MINI Cooper Service Bulletins (2015)
417 manufacturer communications on file.
- August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147583Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510816
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryWATER INGRESS, FRONT DOOR. Water found on Driver's or Passenger's side front carpet. Improper sealing of door at A-pillar.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147582Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510716
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryACTIVE REAR SPOILER IS STIFF MOVING IN AND OUT. The active rear spoiler binds while moving in and out. It also may not operate properly. The mechanics of the active rear spoiler are stiff and/or show corrosion.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147581Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510616
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummarySQUEAKING NOISE FROM POWER FOLDING EXTERIOR REARVIEW MIRRORS. A squeaking noise can be heard when folding the exterior rear view mirrors in or out. Tolerances in the exterior rear view mirrors
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147580Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M340216
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryDRIVING STABILIZATION CONTROL FAILURE: ABS/DSC INSTRUMENT LAMPS LIT- DIAGNOSIS. 1. DSC's fault codes stored from two different wheel speed sensors (both front or both rear): 4809B0 - wheel speed sensor - front left - drive off recognition faulty and 4809CD - wheel speed sensor - front right - drive off recognition faultyor 4809B9 - wheel speed sensor - rear left - drive off recognition faultyand 480686 - wheel speed sensor - rear right - drive off recognition faulty. 2. Next ignition ON (after above codes stored). a) DME fault can occur:1F054D - drive, safety function: Drive power output reduced, DSC signals implausible and b) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may light up. Faulty drive off recognition due to: a towing operation with a raised axle operation of the vehicle on the vehicle hoist operation of the vehicle on the roller test stand DSC diagnosis recognizes implausible wheel speeds, so no control is possible. DME fault is entered on safety grounds since the DSC fault still exists after a terminal change and may only be removed while driving.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147579Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M340116
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryDRIVING STABILIZATION CONTROL FAILURE: ABS/DSC INSTRUMENT LAMPS LIT. ABS/DSC lamps lit in instrument cluster. Fault codes may be saved in the DSC control unit: 480AAD - wheel speed sensor - rear left - smoke monitoring 480AAC - wheel speed sensor - rear left - unexpected jump in the signal 4809B9 - wheel speed sensor - rear left - driving off recognition faulty 480716 - wheel speed sensor - rear left - plausibility: direction of rotation 4809B7 - wheel speed sensor - rear left - missing tooth 480719 - wheel speed sensor - rear right - plausibility: direction of rotation 480686 - wheel speed sensor - rear right - driving off recognition faulty 480AB3 - wheel speed sensor - rear right - unexpected jump in the signal 480AB4 - wheel speed sensor - rear right - smoke monitoring 4809C2 - wheel speed sensor - rear right - missing tooth Rear wheel pulse generator (wheel speed sensor) retaining screw is loose, missing or broken.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147578Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M310115
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryA groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147576Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M111016
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"THERMOSTAT FAULTS (B-ENGINES). The Service Engine Soon light is on. A Check Control message for ""Engine overheated"" and or ""Exercise caution!"" may also display. The following fault codes may be stored in the DME: 1D2401 - Characteristic map thermostat, actuation: Short circuit to B+ 1D2402 - Characteristic map thermostat, actuation: Short circuit to ground 1D2404 - Characteristic map thermostat, actuation: Line disconnection During diagnosis the coolant may be found to be discolored. Insulation on the wiring for the map activation thermostat (heating element) may be damaged. Exposed wiring may allow coolant to enter the harness. This may cause damage to the heating element."
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147572Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M010416
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"B46 LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES FOR ""NON-CALIFORNIA EMISSION"" STATUTE STATES. INFORMATION For the eligible vehicles that are not eligible for coverage under the ""State of California PZEV (SULEV) emission regulation,"" MINI USA a division of BMW of North America, LLC (""MINI USA"") is extending the limited warranty for the leak diagnosis module (NVLD) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date Item #1: This componentspecific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship. This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty.Note: This bulletin is notice of a ""limited warranty extension."" This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action. There is no immediate repair required unless the MINI vehicle is currently experiencing this problem. Customer Notification Letter - VIN and Component-specific Warranty Extension Even though this is NOT a Recall, MINI USA will be sending VIN-specific customer notification letters in a phased release. ELIGIBLE VEHICLES To assist you in identifying the ""eligible vehicles"" that have this extended limited warranty coverage, the DCSnet Warranty Vehicle Inquiry will be updated with the VIN-specific ""Vehicle Comment"" shown below: MINI USA has extended the limited warranty for the leak diagnosis module (NVLD) on this vehicle to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date. This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship. This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty. See SI M01 04 16. Vehicles that are registered in California or a State that has ""fully"" adopted the ""State of California PZEV (SULEV) emission regulation.""
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147064Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M010316
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"B38 AND B48 LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. INFORMATION For the eligible vehicles, MINI USA a division of BMW of North America, LLC (""MINI USA"") is extending the limited warranty for the leak diagnosis module (NVLD) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date Note: This bulletin is notice of a ""limited warranty extension."" This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action. There is no immediate repair required unless the MINI vehicle is currently experiencing this problem. Customer Notification Letter - VIN and Component-specific Warranty Extension Even though this is NOT a Recall, MINI USA will be sending VIN-specific customer notification letters in a phased release. ELIGIBLE VEHICLES To assist you in identifying the ""eligible vehicles"" that have this extended limited warranty coverage, the DCSnet Warranty Vehicle Inquiry will be updated with the VIN-specific ""Vehicle Comment"" shown below: MINI USA has extended the limited warranty for the leak diagnosis module (NVLD) on this vehicle to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date. This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship. This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty. Please see SI M01 03 16. Warning: Before performing and submitting a repair under this extended limited warranty (ELW), always do a DCSnet Warranty inquiry to confirm that the vehicle has the above ""Notice of Limited Warranty Extension"" in the Vehicle Comment section. The ""model year"" production start (SOP) and end date (EOP) for a specific ""model variant"" within a ""Series"" will vary, please do not use a vehicle's production date as the sole determent for ELW coverage eligibility. If you have ELW eligibility and/or coverage question, please send an ema
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - July 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146987Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M650616
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryFM RADIO INTERFERENCE. Poor radio reception quality, short interruptions or a hissing noise in FM radio mode on weak radio stations. The wire harness which is run underneath the amplifier may be influenced by Electro-magnetic interference (EMI) from the amplifier. This can generate noise(s) under certain circumstances.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146986Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120516
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"MSA FEATURE DOES NOT FUNCTION AFTER JCW RETROFIT. After retrofitting JCW kit, the Automatic ""Start/Stop"" function (MSA) no longer works. DSC module software."
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151390Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M640216
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryAir Conditioning Refrigerant R1234yf Introduction. INFORMATION Several precautions need to be observed when working on automotive air conditioning systems: Always wear eye protection and gloves while handling refrigerant or servicing air conditioning system. Avoid breathing R1234yf lubricant vapor or mist. Use only approved service equipment to discharge A/C systems. If refrigerant or compressor oil contacts the skin or eyes, large quantities of cool water should be used to flush the affected area. Never heat a refrigerant container with an open flame. Keep all refrigerant away from open flames. Under no circumstances should R1234yf service equipment or vehicle A/C systems be pressure tested or leak tested with air/R1234yf mixtures. NOTE: The use of compressed air (shop air) for leak detection in an R1234yf system can contaminate the system and/or refrigerant with moisture. Leak detection equipment that meets the SAE J2791 standard will work with R1234yf Never use fittings for an R12 or R134a system on an R1234yf system. Any difficulty in connecting service equipment may be an indication of refrigerant/equipment incompatibility with the vehicle's system. Always carefully ascertain the type of refrigerant used in the vehicle's system before performing service. Labels on underside of hood, will detail which refrigerant is used in the air conditioning system. Service the vehicle with compatible recycling equipment ONLY. Attempts to adapt and use incompatible service tools will destroy both the vehicle's air conditioning system and the service tool. Never use any R-12/R134a service tools on R1234yf systems. Tools, such as manifold gauge sets, retain small amounts of refrigerant and lubricant. Attempting to use the same equipment on both R-12/R134a and R1234yf vehicles will contaminate the air conditioning systems. Obtain and use the correct type of refrigerant recovery/recycling machine. Follow the directions included in the machine's instruction manual. WARR
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151389Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M620515
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryThe Clock in the Instrument Cluster Loses time This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI M62 05 15 dated June 2016. The time displayed in the instrument cluster (KOMBI) may lose a few minutes each week and the clock needs to be adjusted periodically.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151388Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120815
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty or the MINI NEXT Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty. This repair is also covered by the terms of the State-specific Emissions Warranty (dependent on the vehicle's model year, state of registration and its inclusion on the ""model-specific"" list of covered components). The MINI NEXT Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty applies to MINI vehicles that have and are still within the MINI NEXT Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty coverage period, but beyond the Emissions Warranty coverage that applies. If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 00 00 556 instead. Refer to KSD2 for the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowances. Vehicle Programming and Coding Control module failures that occur during programming: Please claim these consequential repairs under the defect code listed in this bulletin and use the applicable KSD2 labor operations. Other Repairs Control module failures that occur prior to programming: When covered under an applicable limited warranty, claim these repairs using the applicable defect code and labor operations in KSD2. "
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151386Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110916
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryVANOS AND VANOS CENTRAL BOLT IDENTIFICATION. INFORMATION Replacing the VANOS gear central bolts or the VANOS gear will require a component inspection when the engine assembly has been previously replaced in one of the vehicles listed above. Ordering the parts via the model, production or VIN may provide the incorrect part numbers. The procedure below will help identify which VANOS parts are installed in the replacement engine. 11 36 7 608 788 Inlet adjustment unit Oulet adjustment unit Refer to the ETK and the repair instructions for one time use fastener and component information regarding additional screws, gaskets and seals.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151349Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M840114
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryBluetooth Connection Failures This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated February 2016.. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures Apple iOS software (issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- M660216
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryCollision warning and Pedestrian Warning Failed. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following fault code is stored in the KAFAS (Camera-based Driver Assistance System): 0X800AC4 - Camera calibration failed CAUSE The KAFAS camera is not properly mounted and secured to the mounting bracket on the windshield, And/ or The mounting bracket glued to the windshield is not installed correctly. The pictures below show both incorrect and correct installation. KAFAS camera mounting bracket not secured correctly to the windshield. Notice the spacing between the white outline and the bracket. Possible solutions: Verify the KAFAS camera is installed (seated) properly in its bracket Replace the KAFAS camera Replace the windshield
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151347Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M630116
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryDelay in Automatic Driving Light Switching on/off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes. Shut-off period varies based on detected situation. This is normal operational behavior.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120316
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"Service Action: Program Control Units (DME - VANOS). If the engine has been off for long period of time, when started it may run very rough at idle with the Service Engine Soon (MIL) light on. The engine power is reduced and a Check Control Message (CCM) ""Drive Faulty; Drive at moderate speed"" is also displayed. If the engine is then stopped and restarted the problem would no longer be present."
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151345Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120115
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryEngine Misfire Due to Failed Ignition Coil This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M12 01 15 dated March 2016.. The Check Engine or Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is on with misfire fault(s) stored in the DME. Intermittent performance or rough running without a relevant DME fault stored The most likely cause is that an ignition coil has failed, which in many cases can be confirmed with basic diagnosis. During operation with high temperature fluctuations, the different materials used in the Bosch ignition coil construction can deteriorate over time, leading to a failure.
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