Mini Cooper 2004 40,000 miles, 1.6 liter

2004 MINI COOPER
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CSHILLI
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I can hear a noise that sounds like my wheel bearings coming from the back of the car. The faster I drive is the higher the pitch of the sound. I had the rear wheel brakes done today. With no change in the sound. Granted, the brakes were in a terrible state according to the mechanic.
I am concerned that the dealer contends that thie bearing are not covered by the warranty. BTW the car is 3 years into its warranty which means it has one more year to go.
Are the bearings covered. Is there a recall on my year and make for just such a problem. I have seen many instances of problems identical to mine on the same model. I would appreciate a prompt reply. I am at my wits end as to what to do.
I have been told that the only method of determining the problem is do do exploratory surgery. i.e. for a prce the mechainc will open the housing and check to see what is exactly the problem. I would hate to pay for this and then find out that the bearings are not exactly the problem.
Aug 31, 2007 at 10:45 PM
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EMCBRIDE
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I have a 2004 Mini Cooper with 35,000 miles. I'm in the same dilemma. I'm hearing a lot of noise. A local shop told me (in August) it wasn't the bearings, but the run-flat tires. I didn't worry, but the noise got worse, so I replaced the tires--today. Unfortunately, the noise is still there. I don't have any pulling. The Mini dealer is 90 miles away. I'm wondering whether the car is safe to drive. I could take it back to the local shop, which has a great reputation, but wonder if it would be a waste of money.
Nov 2, 2007 at 11:08 PM