timlange95
Mini Countryman Hybrid Automatic Gearbox Issues
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A 2017 Mini Countryman Hybrid is experiencing issues with its automatic gearbox, including illuminated check engine and transmission indicator lights, unclean shifting, and grinding noises. The error memory suggests a defective torque converter lock-up clutch, indicating a possible converter failure. The recommended solution is to have the vehicle inspected by a workshop experienced in transmission repair to confirm the diagnosis and address the issue.
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timlange95 (community.author)
Sounds very familiar. I'm no mechanic, but based on what you're describing, and the engine surge you mentioned, it's pointing towards a converter issue in the automatic gearbox. Get it checked out by a workshop with experience in transmission repair. It's not something you want to ignore.
mariotaylor9
Yes, I have experienced an engine surge a few times, now that you mention it. It's subtle, but definitely there. Was your issue also a converter failure, and what was the fix? Any other symptoms I should be looking out for?
timlange95 (community.author)
I took the Countryman to a workshop, and it does indeed appear to be a converter failure in the automatic gearbox, as suspected. The error codes confirmed it. A transmission repair is going to set me back 2120€. Thanks for the input; it helped me prepare for the diagnosis.
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mariotaylor9
That sounds rough. I had something similar happen with my Countryman. Check engine light and the transmission acting up. Did you notice any engine surge along with the shifting problems? Mine was hesitating, then lurching forward. Could be auto transmission related, especially if you're getting grinding noises.