Uploaded January 2018 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
This video shows how to change the thermostat, which is embedded in a housing, so has to be changed as a whole unit, on a BMW MINI mark 2. Which is years 2006 - 13. It is done on a cooper s, but should be the same for other petrol models of that age. I also discuss testing the thermostat.
Also see my other video on changing the water pump and another on doing a simple service.
You may find a new thermostat housing on amazon:
Amazon uk: amzn.to/2EmAgrw
Amazon usa: amzn.to/2DJIgS1
Or ebay uk: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=9&pub=5575193927&toolid=10001&campid=5337910930&customid=&icep_uq=Mini+r55+r56+thermostat+housing&icep_sellerId=&icep_ex_kw=&icep_sortBy=12&icep_catId=&icep_minPrice=&icep_maxPrice=&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229508&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg
Or ebay usa: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=9&pub=5575193927&toolid=10001&campid=5337910930&customid=&icep_uq=Mini+r55+r56+thermostat+housing&icep_sellerId=&icep_ex_kw=&icep_sortBy=12&icep_catId=&icep_minPrice=&icep_maxPrice=&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229466&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg
Here is some thread locker for the bolts to stop them coming loose:
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Amazon usa: amzn.to/2nnrYaC
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Similar ones on Amazon USA: amzn.to/2IHmip1
Eye goggles: Amazon UK: amzn.to/2IUSqos
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2GAtIXJ
Rubber disposible gloves are also useful, here's the links for
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Amazon UK: amzn.to/3aikbl8
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3cdwjpD
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/2Q0VHZm
Amazon Australia: amzn.to/2QlUawX
A set of precision screwdrivers:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2W311si
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2Z322T5
Torx bits sets:
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Or Amazon USA: amzn.to/2XlOK3h
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This video shows how to change the thermostat, which is embedded in a housing, so has to be changed as a whole unit, on a BMW MINI mark 2. Which is years 2006 - 13. It is done on a cooper s, but should be the same for other petrol models of that age. I also discuss testing the thermostat.
Also see my other video on changing the water pump and another on doing a simple service.
You may find a new thermostat housing on amazon:
Amazon uk: amzn.to/2EmAgrw
Amazon usa: amzn.to/2DJIgS1
Or ebay uk: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=9&pub=5575193927&toolid=10001&campid=5337910930&customid=&icep_uq=Mini+r55+r56+thermostat+housing&icep_sellerId=&icep_ex_kw=&icep_sortBy=12&icep_catId=&icep_minPrice=&icep_maxPrice=&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229508&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg
Or ebay usa: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=9&pub=5575193927&toolid=10001&campid=5337910930&customid=&icep_uq=Mini+r55+r56+thermostat+housing&icep_sellerId=&icep_ex_kw=&icep_sortBy=12&icep_catId=&icep_minPrice=&icep_maxPrice=&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229466&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg
Here is some thread locker for the bolts to stop them coming loose:
Amazon uk: amzn.to/2DWFLzf
Amazon usa: amzn.to/2nnrYaC
Subscribe to the channel for similar DIY, fixing stuff, car bits and tech reviews here:
youtube.com/subscribe_widget?p=comeinhandynow
Note, if you want to be notified of new videos click on the bell symbol on my home page.
See other videos on my channel here:
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If anyone wants to show appreciation for any money savings, or just help support the channel and future videos then you now can. Use this link: paypal.me/comeinhandy
OR you can support me by using the Amazon and Ebay links to buy other stuff that you would usually buy, it will not cost you anything more, but will help this channel. e.g. Generally useful stuff:
Face mask:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2GHE9d6
Similar ones on Amazon USA: amzn.to/2IHmip1
Eye goggles: Amazon UK: amzn.to/2IUSqos
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2GAtIXJ
Rubber disposible gloves are also useful, here's the links for
eBay USA: ebay.us/GGqmTJ
eBay UK: ebay.us/cE1BHK
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3aikbl8
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3cdwjpD
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/2Q0VHZm
Amazon Australia: amzn.to/2QlUawX
A set of precision screwdrivers:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2W311si
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2Z322T5
Torx bits sets:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2Pgmf48
Or Amazon USA: amzn.to/2XlOK3h
I’m on Facebook here: facebook.com/comeinhandynow
Become a Patron to get extra content or previews or sponsor here: patreon.com/user?u=31365629&fan_landing=true
The video is about my personal opinion and experience and contains no paid for product placements. No responsibility is accepted for any perceived recommendation for or against a product or feature nor any consequential damage or harm since this video is just my personal experience. You accept by watching this video that you accept any responsibility for any subsequent actions or decisions that you take.
Note on copyright / licensing: This video was created using Apple iMovie and as such any music or video content is fully licensed by their terms and conditions for free publication and distribution.
See the Apple iMovie software license agreement at:
images.apple.com/legal/sla/docs/iMovie.pdf
Which states "all Sample Content included in the Apple Software may be used on a royalty-free basis in your own video projects"
Additional background music free used royalty and copyright free (no copyright songs) from the following source:
Song “paradise” by Federico Aldinucci
