BMW Mini Cooper S 1 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 R60 R61 Throttle Body Housing

BMW Mini Cooper S 1 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 R60 R61 Throttle Body Housing is an original component from the Throttle Bodies category, designed for precise control of air intake to the engine in Mini vehicles. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures stable engine operation, correct throttle response, and predictable vehicle behavior in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

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

Technical characteristics and intended use

The described throttle body is an intake system component dedicated to Mini models from the R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, and R61 series. As a part from the Throttle Bodies group, it is responsible for regulating the amount of air drawn in by the engine, which has a direct impact on power, engine smoothness, and fuel consumption. Using an original Mini solution helps maintain factory engine performance parameters and ensures proper communication with the vehicle's electronics.

The component has been designed for integration with the factory engine control unit, position sensors, and the electrical system of the specific model. This enables the maintenance of stable idle speed, smooth throttle pedal response, and proper operation of driver assistance systems.

Benefits of using an original Mini throttle body

Using this throttle body in your Mini helps reduce the risk of problems typical of cheap aftermarket replacements, such as unstable idle, ECU errors, or rough engine operation. The original design ensures:

• consistency with the factory engine control software,
• accurate readings from the throttle position sensors,
• proper opening and closing characteristics of the throttle plate,
• better predictability of vehicle behavior during acceleration and deceleration.

This solution is particularly recommended when diagnosing issues with fluctuating idle, power loss, or a check engine light, when the cause is wear or improper operation of the air intake control component.

Condition, origin, and fitment

The Mini throttle body comes from disassembly and is offered as a used original component. This ensures the retention of factory geometry, proper fitment with the intake manifold, and compatibility with the mounts and connectors provided by the manufacturer. In practice, this facilitates installation and limits the need for system modifications.

To ensure proper part selection, it is worth comparing the throttle body markings with the vehicle data and verifying compatibility with the list of interchangeable numbers in the technical specifications section. This minimizes the risk of purchasing a component with a different operating range or a different type of electrical connector.

Application in service and diagnostics

Replacing the throttle body is often a key step in resolving faults related to unstable engine operation, mixture errors, or problems with hot starts. The offered component will perform well both in professional service centers and in workshops specializing in the Mini brand, where parameter repeatability and predictable repair results are essential.

During installation, it is recommended to perform a throttle body adaptation using an appropriate diagnostic tester and to check the intake system for leaks. This approach allows you to fully utilize the potential of the original component and restore the proper operation of the air supply system.

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 throttle housings, control elements, or additional air supply modules, check the available parts in the Mini Throttle Bodies category.

To better plan a larger scope of service work and efficiently complete a set of used parts for repair, it is worth checking out our one-stop-shop guide: Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to complete used car parts in one place?