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May 1, 2013 Service bulletin

Whistling Noise from the Water Pump Area

MINI technical service bulletin M110309 for 2007-2013 MINI Cooper, 2007-2013 MINI Cooper S and 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible and others.

Bulletin number
M110309
Component
Engine
Summary
Whistling Noise from the Water Pump Area. A whistling or squealing noise is heard from the engine at idle and/or at higher engine speeds. CAUSE 1. Noise is caused by the water pump. 2. Noise is caused by the friction wheel of the belt tensioner.

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