MINI Cooper Service Bulletins (2015)
417 manufacturer communications on file.
- 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: 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: 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.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146874Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M640116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryWater Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M64 01 16 dated March 2016.. Damp front foot-well carpet after long period of air conditioning use. Musty odor in the vehicle (moldy, old socks, laundry room). The A/C condensate drain hose is blocked by the heatshield. The A/C condensate drain hose is not attached properly to the housing. The A/C condensate drain hose was damaged during installation or previous repair.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146873Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M610216
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryHORN DOES NOT WORK. Horn operation is difficult or impossible. Horn may operate: with a delay after actuation only after pressing on switches very firmly. after repeated, forceful actuation. only when using one or two (of the four) switch contact points Dissimilar metal corrosion between horn switch contacts and airbag unit.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146872Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M520116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryHEATED SEAT TEMPERATURES INSUFFICIENT. Seat heater output is too low. Seat heating mat is ineffective.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146870Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M210116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryGROANING NOISE WITH CLUTCH OPERATION. Clutch operation may exhibit the following characteristics: produces a groaning noise, especially when engine is at operating temperature, during stopand-go travel. noise comes from transmission housing. noise can be heard in the interior and exterior of the vehicle. Friction between clutch slave cylinder piston rod end and ball socket (thrust piece).
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146869Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M121714
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"DME FAULT 168A20 FOR KNOCK CONTROL: SYSTEM ERROR STORED This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M12 17 14 dated January 2015. A Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed: ""Drive Faulty; Drive at moderate speed."" Fault 168A20: Knock control; system error is stored in the DME. DME software"
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146868Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120616
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"MIL LIGHT WITH DME FAULTS 1B2002 AND 1F1A51 STORED. Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. Both of the following fault codes are stored in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) memory: 1B2002: ""EWS protection against tampering: no starting value programmed"" 1F1A51: ""DME, internal fault: Read EEPROM faulty"" Note: Only vehicles with DME MEVD17.2.3 produced or programmed to Integration level 16-03-50x - 16-07-50x - 16-11-50x are affected. Ineffective DME software."
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146867Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M111216
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: B46 and B48 Engines - 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 - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147586Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M620216
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryPERCEIVED SCRATCH IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. INFORMATION Replacing the instrument cluster for this issue will NOT be covered or reimbursed under MINI limited warranties. [ Copyright (c)2016 BMW of North America, Inc. ] Page 1 of 3 Page 2 of 2 https://www.minitis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/350...9/2/2016 https://www.minitis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/350...9/2/2016 Page 1 of 3 https://www.minitis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/350...9/2/2016
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147585Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M610116
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummarySI M61 01 16 General Electrical Systems August 2016 Technical Service Front Windshield Wiper Noises This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M61 01 16 dated April 2016.. Customer complains wipers are noisy or chattering during wiper operation. CAUSE Wiper arms out of adjustment and/or windshield cowl misaligned.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147584Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510916
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryTAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. Vehicle key trunk/tailgate button may accidentally be pressed, thus opening the tailgate.
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