How to Install Performance Supercharger Pulley Mod MINI Cooper 2002-2005 R53

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Supercharger oil service:
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Click here to see the old version of this job:
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This work is done by raising the engine until we have access to the supercharger shaft, and then using a special pulley puller to pull the old pulley off the shaft. Don't forget to change your spark plugs to cooler running plugs as well, and install a shorter belt.

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Coilover install
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