Mini Cooper R60 R61 S Charge Intake Air Line Pipe Hose N18 9804247

The Mini Cooper R60 R61 N18 Intercooler Hose Pipe Tube is an original component of the turbocharging system from the Hoses, Pipes, and Tubes group, designed for use in Mini vehicles with the N18 engine. The carefully designed geometry of the pipe ensures stable air delivery to the intercooler, which helps maintain correct engine operating parameters and consistent boost characteristics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9804247
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9804247
• Substitutable numbers: 13719804247, 9804247
• Category: Hoses, Lines & Pipes

Purpose and Function in the Turbocharging System

The presented intercooler hose is responsible for the sealed and as uniform as possible delivery of compressed air in the N18 engine's turbocharging system in Mini Cooper R60 and R61 models. A correctly selected hose limits pressure drops, minimizes the risk of leaks, and supports the stable operation of the turbocharger and intercooler.

Thanks to its factory fit for a specific body configuration and engine unit, this component allows for proper positioning within the engine bay, which facilitates servicing and reduces stress on other intake system components.

Construction and Fit for Mini Cooper R60/R61 N18

The intercooler hose has been designed as an original Mini part, which translates to compatibility with factory mounting points and connection diameters. The appropriately selected flexibility of the hose allows it to compensate for engine unit vibrations while maintaining sealed connections with other intake components.

Key structural features of this hose include:

• a profile adapted to the spatial layout of the engine bay in R60 and R61 models,
• connection ends designed for factory clamps and connectors,
• suitability for operation under variable pressure and temperature conditions typical for the N18 engine.

Performance Characteristics and Application Benefits

Using the original intercooler hose in a Mini Cooper with an N18 engine helps to reduce common intake leak issues, such as power loss, unstable boost pressure, or engine control unit error codes. Precise dimensional fit facilitates quick installation and reduces the risk of incorrect hose routing.

The most important benefits include:

• maintaining factory airflow characteristics in the turbocharging system,
• reducing the risk of connection leaks under high engine loads,
• compatibility with original Mini Cooper R60/R61 accessory components.

Component Condition and Service Application

The offered intercooler hose is a used part, making it a practical choice for servicing the turbocharging system in Mini vehicles where the factory hose has become worn, cracked, or deformed. A used component allows for an economical yet technically correct replacement without the need for installation modifications.

Due to its intended purpose, the hose is suitable for both standard servicing and repairs resulting from the operational wear of the intake system in the N18 engine.

Mini Intake System Expansion – Related Components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the intake system area in your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as additional air hoses, flexible connecting hoses, or rigid pipes leading to the intercooler, check the available parts in the Mini Hoses, Pipes, and Tubes category.

If you are interested in a broader context of engine unit operation in vehicles related to the Mini segment, it is worth reading the practical guide on problematic BMW E90 engines: Problematic BMW E90 Engines – Find Out What Can Ruin Your Budget.