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Old Jan 17, 2011 | 07:07 PM
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Default 2006 Mini Cooper S Cold start issue

The temperatures in Alaska have been in the negatives. After 2 days of leaving it out and not starting it, it wouldn't start this morning. The battery seemed to be the issue, but after jump starting it, it still won't start. Any suggestions? It sounds like it about to start, but doesn't.
 
Old Jan 17, 2011 | 07:57 PM
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Any type of block heater ?
 
Old Jan 17, 2011 | 08:00 PM
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No block heater.
 
Old Jan 17, 2011 | 09:12 PM
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That cold I'm betting the oil is near a solid Try a block heater and see if it cranks better
 
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