Nick

You imply that the turbocharger must be removed to change the oil filter housing gaskets. Is this correct?

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On turbocharged models, yes it has to come off.

- Nick

Nick

The turbo does NOT have to be removed to change the seals. The turbo oil line easily comes off around the turbo and all required bolts to remove filter housing are accessable. I just did this job and changed oil cooler seals as well as the two water lines from the electric water pump.

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Thanks for the follow up. MINI suggest removing it, so I follow those guidelines, but shortcuts are always great when they work better than factory instructions.

- Nick