Mini R55 R56 R57 LCI R58 R59 R60 Petrol N14 Throttle Assy Housing 7576698

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini R55 R56 R57 LCI R58 R59 R60 Petrol N14 Throttle Assy Housing is an original intake system component designed for N14 petrol engines in Mini models. This used OEM throttle body ensures proper air intake control, stable engine operation, and predictable throttle response. It is a practical solution for repairs where factory fitment and maintaining engine performance parameters are essential.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7576698-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7576698
• Substitutable numbers: 7576698, 13547576698, 8675278, 13548675278, 8624189, 13548624189, 7574380, 13547574380, 7604918, 13547604918, 7528179, 13547528179
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Part type: Throttle Body
• Category: Throttle Bodies

Purpose and function of the throttle body

The throttle body in the N14 petrol engine is responsible for the precise metering of air drawn into the intake manifold. In Mini vehicles from the R55, R56, R57 LCI, R58, R59, and R60 series, this component works with the engine control electronics, influencing:

• idle speed stability,
• smoothness of acceleration,
• correct air-fuel mixture dosing,
• overall engine performance and refinement.

A properly selected throttle body from the Throttle Bodies category is crucial for eliminating issues such as fluctuating idle, jerking, or delayed throttle response.

Compatibility with the N14 petrol engine

The presented housing is designed to work with the petrol N14 engine used in selected Mini models. This ensures compatibility with the factory engine control unit, wiring harness, and intake system characteristic of this generation of vehicles.

Selecting a component compatible with the specific fuel type and engine variant reduces the risk of adaptation issues, ECU errors, and improper throttle operation after installation.

Product characteristics and advantages

The original Mini throttle body from the Throttle Bodies category is a solution that allows you to maintain the factory performance parameters of the intake system. Compared to aftermarket replacements, it ensures:

• factory fitment to the intake manifold and engine accessories,
• proper integration with control electronics,
• correct throttle opening characteristics under load,
• maintenance of predictable response to accelerator pedal input.

A used OEM component is a sensible choice for maintenance repairs where the priority is balancing proper engine operation with service cost control.

Condition, verification, and service application

The product is sourced from dismantling and is offered as a used throttle body, allowing for an economical repair of the intake system in a Mini with an N14 engine. This type of part is particularly useful in situations where the existing component shows signs of wear, mechanical damage, or issues with the throttle actuator operation.

Before installation, standard service procedures are recommended, such as checking the tightness of intake connections, inspecting the condition of seals, and performing a throttle adaptation according to the vehicle manufacturer's procedure to fully utilize the potential of this component.

Intake system expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional housings, control elements, or related intake components, check the available parts in the Mini Throttle Bodies category.

When selecting used intake system components, it is worth consciously evaluating which parts can be safely used second-hand. A guide article on the used parts market may be helpful – you can find more practical tips in the material Renovation and repair of German cars: which used parts are worth buying and which are better to avoid?.