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Recommended 2003 MINI Cooper Engine Oil Capacity & Type

BMW / Prince / N12 / N12B16
Displacement - 1.6L I-4
Power - 118 hp
Torque - 118 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 4.8 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 5W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 18 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 6.0 quarts

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- ADVANCED PROTECTION IN EUROPEAN VEHICLES agains the four main causes of engine breakdown: wear friction heat and deposits

- EXTRA WEAR PROTECTION vs. industry and OEM standards with advanced anti-wear additives

- SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE FOR EUROPEAN gasoline and diesel engines

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- Country Of Origin: China

- Model Number: PS-482

- Item Package Dimension: 4.28" L x 2.79" W x 1.81" H

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- suitable for Opel vehicles

- High-tech low-viscosity motor oil based on synthetic technology

- Fastest cold-start oiling during starting

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- COMPATIBLE with Mini Cooper 1.6L 2002-2008

- REPLACES FRAM CH9584, PUROLATOR L15465, WIX 57303, BMW 11 42 7 509 208, 11 42 7 512 446

- BUILT for both SYNTHETIC AND CONVENTIONAL OILS. Proven to drive up to 5,000 miles between oil changes with confidence.

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- PREMIUM PROTECTION – Synthetic blend resin media is engineered to deliver up to 10,000 miles of filter life with synthetic oil, as well as conventional oil.

- ULTRA EFFICIENT FILTER MEDIA – EX Series captures particles as small as 25 microns and offers 99% multi-pass efficiency over the life of the filter.

- STOP & GO PROTECTION – Premium Guard Extended Life filters offer advanced protection with high retention power to help protect the engine from oil starvation during start-ups.

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Changing oil is an important maintenance task for any MINI Cooper vehicle. Oil lubricates and cools the engine, increasing performance and extending its life. The 2003 MINI Cooper oil capacity depends on the specific engine.

However, finding the right oil capacity is only one step of the process. Also pay attention to the recommended oil viscosity and type for your 2003 MINI Cooper as well as the torque required for the oil drain plug.

Browse the charts to determine how much oil your 2003 MINI Cooper takes and check other oil related specifications.