MINI Cooper Convertible Service Bulletins
366 manufacturer communications on file.
- December 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146801Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120816
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryRATTLING NOISE UNDER LIGHT LOAD. Faint rattling noise is heard from engine while under a light load or in a coasting overrun condition. Normal turbocharger operational sounds. Depending on current Integration level, reprogram vehicle to improve engine acoustics. For conditions that are similar to the situation described: Run diagnosis with ISTA and check the level to which the vehicle has been programmed; Program and encode the complete vehicle using ISTA/P 3.60.0 or ISTA NEXT 4.02.10 or higher to integration level F056-16-11-500 or higher.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - December 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146800Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M111316
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: B38 Engine - Check and Replace Crankshaft Guide Bearing. The upper crankshaft guide bearing may wear out prematurely. The wear on the guide bearing can cause the clutch pedal to malfunction during shifting. The Engine Malfunction Warning may be illuminated and a fault will be stored in the DME memory for the crankshaft sensor. Noise may be heard from the lower engine and transmission bell housing area and engine damage can occur in rare occasions.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - December 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146799Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M011216
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"ENGINE MECHANICAL WATER (COOLANT) PUMP: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 7 YEARS/84,000 MILES. INFORMATION As part of a Class Action Suit Settlement for the vehicles listed above (""Class Vehicles""), MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC, is extending the limited warranty for the engine mechanical water pump to: z Item #1: This ""component-specific"" limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship. z This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty. z When it is necessary, the friction wheel is covered only when it is done in conjunction with performing an eligible and covered engine mechanical water pump repair. z This extended coverage does not apply to electric water pump. Note: This bulletin is a notice of a component-specific ""limited warranty extension as part of a Class Action Settlement. This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action. There is no immediate repair required unless the MINI vehicle is currently experiencing a problem with the water pump."
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - December 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146796Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- BMWDEC0116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"Update MINI Water Pump Class Action Settlement: Herremans v. BMW of North America, LLC. MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC (""MINI USA"") has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the above referenced class action and the Court has granted final approval of the settlement. This DCS message provides you with the latest information about this case and the settlement. Class Allegations. The Plaintiff claimed that MINI produced and sold certain MINI Cooper Class Vehicles with defective water pumps. Class Vehicles are MINI R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, and R60 Series vehicles equipped with N12, N14, N16 or N18 engines that were sold or leased to Class Members in the US (including Puerto Rico). The Class Vehicles were produced from October 2006 through November 2012."
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - November 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146981Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M651016
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"USB DEVICE IS NOT DETECTED BY CHAMP2 HEAD UNIT. Media connected to the USB connector is not recognized by the audio system. Playback of files from the media is not possible. Message displayed on the audio system display: ""Title cannot be reproduced"" ""Is being read"" (but never plays back any audio) CAUSE Media with data files stored in more than 32 directories or 32 subdirectories within a directory. Media with a large number of files. Media exceeds total storage capacity of 32 GB."
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- M340316
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryThe front outer brake pads are worn more than the inner pads. The brake pad wear indicator has not been activated. Very aggressive driving
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - November 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146979Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; STEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M320116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"EPS INTERMITTENT ASSIST FAILURE, FC 4823FA. The steering assistance fails after several, consecutive parking maneuvers or sustained hold at the end stop. EPS assistance starts functioning again after a few minutes. And, Fault code 4823FA (""EPS control unit internally overload, reduction in steering assistance"") is stored in the EPS control module. EPS software error (overloading protection function over sensitivity)."
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - November 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146977Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION:FRONT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M310315
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryCRACKING NOISE IN THE AREA OF THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT/WISHBONE This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 31 03 15 dated February 2016. Cracking noise coming from the area of the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, railroad crossings and speed bumps. CAUSE Wishbone rubber mount.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - November 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146976Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION:FRONT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M310115
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryGroaning/squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. A groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - November 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146975Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M270116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryF54 ALL4: FAULT CODE 440317 STORED IN THE LMV. The following Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed in the instrument cluster: CCM 350: Driving stabilization. Drive at a moderate speed. The following entry is present in the fault memory of the LMV: 440317 - Pump motor: General multiple fault. Further fault memory entries can occur in combination: DSC: 48068C - Transfer box - clutch closed down temporarily, possible overheating. 48078A - All-wheel drive clutch - clutch position open, only front-wheel drive. LMV: 440304 - Pump motor: Current too low Unfavorable software of the longitudinal torque distribution module (LMV).
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - November 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146974Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120716
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryCOMMUNICATION FAULT FOR ELECTRIC FAN. The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following fault code stored in the DME: ? 1A2005 - electric fan: Communication fault DME software calibration
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - November 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146973Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M111316
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: B38 Engine - Check and Replace Crankshaft Guide Bearing. The upper crankshaft guide bearing may wear out prematurely. The wear on the guide bearing can cause the clutch pedal to malfunction during shifting. The Engine Malfunction Warning may be illuminated and a fault will be stored in the DME memory for the crankshaft sensor. Noise may be heard from the lower engine and transmission bell housing area and engine damage can occur in rare occasions.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146930Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M650916
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryNo sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or PDC. Poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. Possible Check Control system message: Battery discharge when engine off, Caution, no acoustic warning signals. CAUSE Non MINI approved (third-party supplier) USB cable plugged into the USB port. CORRECTION Install new MINI approved USB cable.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- M650816
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summaryechnical Service AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. This is normal system behavior - serves to protect the head unit, battery drain and avoidance of incremental leaps in the loudness. The loudness is reduced to 2/3 of maximum and is not restored. Note: Air conditioning output is also reduced upon MSA stop and is not restored for similar reasons.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146928Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M511316
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryWIND DEFLECTOR DAMAGED. A rattle may be heard from the wind deflector while driving or, the retaining pins may be broken when installing wind deflector. Retaining pins in wind deflector are broken.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146927Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M511016
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"SERVICE ACTION: CHECKING AND REWORKING PVC SEAM ON STRUT TOWER. A PVC seam of the front strut spring tower may not be providing the necessary corrosion protection. Improper application of seam sealer. AFFECTED VEHICLES Vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed will show it as ""Open"" when checked either in the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or with the Key Reader."
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146926Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS; STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510516
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryWATER LEAK IN REAR HATCH This Service Information supersedes SI M51 05 16 dated July 2016.. Water may be found in trunk area. Insufficient sealing of rear hatch.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146925Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M320114
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryThe power assisted steering is unavailable at start up. No communication with the Electric Power Steering (EPS). Multiple possible fault codes. Cause: Electric Power Steering (EPS). Perform a vehicle test with ISTA to identify fault code entrie
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146924Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120615
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"ENGINE POWER REDUCTION WITH "CLUTCH DAMAGED"" FAULTS STORED This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M12 06 15 dated July 2015. A drivetrain malfunction check control message is displayed, prompting the customer to contact the dealer for a service visit. F54, F55, F56, F57Target Integration level: F056-16-11-501 or higherThe vehicle drives normally, but fault(s) for a damaged clutch are stored in the DME. ? 1D3101 - Clutch: Damaged, transmittable torque too low ? 1D3201 - Clutch: Severely damaged, transmittable torque too low CAUSE 1. The DME software diagnostic for detecting excessive clutch slip is too sensitive. 2. The clutch is damaged."
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146875Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M640214
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryFoul Odor when Switching On A/C. The customer reports a foul smell (musty, rotten, and vinegary) when the A/C is first turned on that lasts about five minutes. Micro-filter position too low in the IHKA housing.
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