Power stering, changed the pump but still not

Usualy after you off the engine you hear a noise from the bottom of the engine the problem is the steering pump.
electrical part has failed.
most of users with the same problem change the steering pump BUT can be repaired if you have electronic skills.

Same here and local dealership is aware of problem; everyone is still waiting for an official recall as repairs will cost at least $1000.00.

Look here. A few people have had this issue and also have it relate to further issues. They are working towards a recall.
http://newmini.wordpress.com/2009/02/17/mini-cooper-power-steering-failure/#comment-884

The power steering on these vehicles is all electric, NOT belt driven. It is possible that the fuse could be faulty, but the more likely cause is a faulty power steering pump. If you have a lift rack the pump is fairly easy to change. There is a diagram of all the fuses you will have any questions about under that dash of your vehicle, either the left or right side. Left is on the kick panel, right is on the dashboard. Good luck.

sealed unit renew only

Minis have had power steering problems. I wouild contact a dealer and see if theres any updates or service bulletins.

the pump is also a computer may need a new pump

The power steering reservoir looks to be right next to a clear fluid reservoir, most likely for coolant but could be windshield washer fluid. Its a small black reservoir. It takes Pentosin chf 11s hydraulic fluid.

check the power steering fluid if it is full then you would have to replace your power steering pump if not you might have a leak and if so get that fixed before you destroy your power steering pump.

I have experienced total loss of power steering. It took about 45 mins to remove the pump and 2 mins to remove the cooling fan. Two bolts that hold the pump in the surrounding frame are accessible from the rear of the frame near the down pipe of the manifold. My problem now is that after bench testing the fan that works ok and a pump that may or may not work I am unsure of where to go. The research I have seen state there are numerous fuse locations associated w/ this car.

Replacing the pump seems to be the easy part just truly diagnosing the problem is another. I am working this afternoon to get to pump working so I will post other findings tonight or tomorrow.