Parts supplier Blue Print has highlighted the parts that it has in it range for the BMW MINI which many technicians may be unaware of.

As a car that retains its value well, most MINIs are well maintained meaning demand for replacement parts is always healthy. Blue Print supplies over 95 different components for the BMW MINI in its range, including braking, transmission and electrical parts.

One MINI issue that Blue Print technicians have highlighted and found a solution for concerns the clutch. The company says when problems with clearance and gear selection occur on a BMW MINI, repairers assume that the clutch is at fault, but replacement doesn’t always rectify the problem. A fracture in the weld of the clutch fork allows the fork to flex during operation. This prevents the clutch from fully engaging, leading to difficult gear selection and clutch judder.

It is imperative that the clutch fork is cleaned and thoroughly checked during normal clutch replacement. Fork failure is a known issue with the MINI, and mistaking the issue could lead to extra, time-consuming repairs. The fork pivot bushes and locking pin should also be closely inspected.

Whilst the fork is only available through BMW, Blue Print has a range of clutch kits available to fit various models of the BMW MINI. These kits help save you time and money on clutch replacement.

The full range of Blue Print parts for the MINI BMW can be found on the Blue Print LIVE! catalogue at www.blue-print.com/blueprintlive.