Question on Shift Cable Replacement

Mini Cooper 2004 S, 68,000 miles. I had the clutch replaced two weeks ago and new plate and disc, release bearing, rear oil seal, release lever, flywheel, slave cylinder, front axle shaft and front center balljoint. Two weeks later i'm stopped at a light and when I start to go I can freely enter all gears but can't engage with any of them. The transmission cables popped off at the transmission connection and are now being replaced. I'm just curious, I want to know if the cables popping off so soon after all the above work could be related to the work that was done? I am getting a price break on labor but i'm still paying $600 for this. Thank you in advance for your input.

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This post was auto-generated based upon a question asked on our tech article page here: MINI Cooper Shift Cable Replacement (R50/R52/R53 2001-2006) | Pelican Parts DIY Maintenance Article

[Nick at Pelican Parts]

Anything is possible. However, these cables are troublesome. If they were on the way out, removing them may have been the last straw to wear them out. Putting them back on, possible they weren't secure and they pop off. Give The Pelican Parts parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. They can figure out what part or repair kit you need.


- Nick

[Luccia at Pelican Parts]

You can DIY this with our article you commented on and our parts. It will be way less than $600 all said and done: 2010 Mini Cooper S Hatchback - Shift Linkage - Page 1. Was this a quote from the dealership? If so, and you do not feel you could DIY this, use this site to find a reputable MINI independent repair shop, which will be way less than dealer pricing as well: https://www.minirepairshops.com/.