Mini Cooper S (2014–2023) Oil Change Guide
2014–2023 Mini Cooper S · 2014–2023 Mini Cooper · 2014–2023 Cooper S · 2015–2023 Jcw
✅ Modern Mini shares its BMW engine family. Cartridge filter on top, 36mm socket required — same as BMW. Quality full synthetic only. Oil light reset uses the same BMW procedure.
⚠️ Mini Cooper uses BMW engine architecture — 36mm cap socket required for filter. Do not use a generic filter wrench.
Specs
- Oil Type: 5W-30 Full Synthetic
- Capacity: 4.7 quarts (with filter)
- Oil Filter: Mini #11428583898 | Mann HU816X
- Engine Code: B46/B48 2.0T
Tools You'll Need
- Oil filter housing cap socket (check your engine — essential)
- 17mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (cap socket type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Mini #07119963151)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
Video by YouTube — Watch on YouTube
Advanced Details
| Drain plug size | 17mm | Torque: 18 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Mini #07119963151 |
| Filter type | Cartridge — 36mm cap socket required |
| Filter location | Top of engine |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | iDrive menu → Vehicle Info → Service Requirements → Oil Change → Reset |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 4.7 quarts Oil Pal handles this drain easily.