MINI Cooper Service Bulletins
867 manufacturer communications on file.
- May 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148345Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110314
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryB38 and B48 Engines: Engine Oil Pressure Faults Stored in DME Memory. INFORMATION When diagnosing the vehicle, the following fault is stored in the DME: FC 1C0102 Engine Oil Pressure control, plausibility, static: pressure too low If the vehicle's integration level is not F056-14-11-500 or higher, and no other faults related to the engine oil pump or engine oil pressure regulating valve are stored in the DME, it can be ignored. This fault will not illuminate the Service Engine Soon lamp. When available, the vehicle can be reprogrammed to integration level F056-14-11-500 or higher to eliminate this erroneous fault. The release of this integration level is scheduled for December 2014. This bulletin will be updated when the applicable programming software is available. If one of the following faults is stored in the DME memory in conjunction with the fault above, or the oil pressure warning lamp is illuminated, proceed with diagnosing the vehicle with the applicable test plan for the fault stored. FC 1C2002 Oil pump, mechanical: Oil pressure too low And/or FC 1C0301 Oil pressure regulating valve, mechanical: hangs in a fully energized position (minimum oil pressure WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 15, 2014•Document ID: 10055137Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC-10113
- Date Added:
- April 16, 2014
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: WARRANTY COVERAGE EXTENSION/REPAIR EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE ELECTRO HYDRAULIC POWER (ASSIST) STEERING (EHPS) PUMP, WHICH HAS ITS OWN COOLING FAN, ON SOME VEHICLES AND NOT THE ELECTRIC POWER (ASSIST) STEERING (EPS) SYSTEM ON OTHER MINIS. MODELS 2002-2005 COOPER, COOPER S, CONVERTIBLE, CONVERTIBLE S. *PE
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - April 14, 2014•Document ID: 10055997Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-11-01-14
- Date Added:
- August 12, 2014
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: THERE IS A DELIVERY STOP/SERVICE ACTION. THE OIL FILTER HOUSING ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT COOLANT LEAK MAY OCCUR THE OIL FILTER HOUSING. THIS CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING, LOSS OF POWER, AND AN ILLUMINATED ENGINE WARNING LIGHT. *JS UPDATED 9/29/14. *PE
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - April 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148299Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M630114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryAfter deleting transport mode during PDI (QCI Pre-Delivery Inspection), fault code ?8041A9 - Daytime running light lock active? is present in the BDC (Body Domain Controller) and the DRL (Day Running Light) is switched off. CAUSE Software in the BDC.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148297Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510312
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryWindow Regulators Squeak when Moving Up or Down. The front side windows can make a squeaking noise when operated.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - April 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148296Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120314
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: Grease Engine Starter Electrical Terminals. Due to the location of the engine starter, the electrical contacts must be coated with special contact grease for protection from moisture and outside elements.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148295Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110214
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryB38 and B48 Engines: Grease Residue Found at Bottom of Transmission Bell Housing. INFORMATION While performing repairs to the underside of the vehicle, the technician may notice yellow grease residue has formed on the lowest point of the transmission bell housing near the engine starter. The residue is not related to the engine oil or transmission fluid. The grease was applied to the starter during vehicle assembly. If the residue is noticed, the grease can be wiped away with a shop towel. The residue will stop accumulating after the engine has been operated for a few hundred miles. If the residue were to drip from the bell housing, it would be caught by the under body covering and would not create a customer complaint. In a severe case, some marks may be seen on the engine side of the under body covering. The grease drippings will not be seen on the ground under the vehicle. Do not remove or replace any components.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148294Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"Delivery Stop/Service Action:Replace Oil Filter Housing Assembly. A Delivery Stop has been issued on certain 2014 model year F56 vehicles produced from November 2013 to March 2014. A coolant leak could occur at the oil filter housing, resulting in overheating, loss of power and an engine warning light. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the oil filter assembly has been replaced. Vehicles at ports of entry will be repaired prior to dealer delivery. The affected vehicles are listed in the attachment to this bulletin; they are also identified with a ""Vehicle Comment"" in the DCSnet Warranty Vehicle Inquiry or ISPA, as follows: Defect Code 0011330300, Delivery Stop, Oil Cooler; see SI M11 01 14."
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148293Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110112
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryN16 and N18 Engine Oil Leak. The customer states that a small engine oil leak can be seen from the underside of the engine. CAUSE The internal sealing of the oil pump volume control solenoid valve is compromised, allowing engine oil to leak from the oil pump volume control solenoid.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147991Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryRattling Noise when Closing Boot Lid. When closing the boot lid, a rattling noise can be heard. The noise does not occur when driving. CAUSE The securing clips for the inner trim panel lose their tension after removal.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147990Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510113
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: Replace Both Sun Visors. When opening the sun visor mirror cover, the pivot pins bind. CAUSE The spring tension is too great and weak pivot pins can break.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147960Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M130114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"N14 and N18 Engine: High-pressure Pump Repair Instruction. INFORMATION The current version of ISTA/D Repair Instruction 13 51 017, ""Removing and installing or replacing high-pressure pump (N14, N18)"" has a procedure error. The current version of the Repair Instruction states to replace the high-pressure supply hose on the N14 engine. The Repair Instruction also states not to replace the high-pressure supply hose on the N18 engine. The N18 portion of the Repair Instruction is incorrect. As an interim solution, follow the procedure outlined below until this portion of the Repair Instruction is corrected. https://www.minitis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/159...2/5/2014 Page 2 of 2 Bosch High-pressure Pump (1): All vehicles equipped with the N18 engine and produced from 3/2012 and later When the engine is fitted with a Bosch High-pressure Pump (1), the highpressure supply hose (2) MUST NOT be replaced when making repairs. The remaining portion of the Repair Instruction and tightening torques is correct. Refer to EPC for the applicable part numbers when making repairs."
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147959Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120212
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryN16 and N18 Engine: Engine Ventilation Heating Faults Stored in DME Fault Memory After Programming. After reprogramming the vehicle to integration level R056-11-11-503 (ISTA/P P45.1.3.0) or higher, one of the following fault codes are stored in the DME fault memory: Vehicles with N16 engine: * 2F42 Engine ventilation heating, Control The Service Engine Soon lamp is not illuminated. Vehicles with N18 engine: * 37DE Engine ventilation, heating, triggering: open circuit The Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. CAUSE Due to a DME software change, the diagnostic monitoring capability is improved for the engine ventilation heating system. However, a fault will be stored in the fault memory because the engine ventilation heater circuit has a malfunction currently present. One of the following may be the cause: * Loose or defective electrical connection * Missing or defective crankcase ventilation heater relay.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147958Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryN16: Fault 274D Mixture Adaptation Is Stored in the DME. Certain low speed, light-load driving conditions at lower outside temperatures could cause the Service Engine Soon lamp (MIL) to illuminate. The following fault would be stored in the DME: ??Fault 274D: Mixture adaptation, lower engine speed range (mixture too lean) CAUSE 1. Possible intake/exhaust leaks, or a faulty component as listed in the test plan 2. Unfavorable DME software.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147957Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110413
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: N14 Engine Check Timing Chain Tensioner and Timing Chain. The timing chain tensioner applies pre-tension to the timing chain guide rail mechanism. In some cases, the tensioner spring force may be too low. Depending on the severity of the wear, it may lead to a rattling noise when starting the engine cold or when the engine is idling. CAUSE The timing chain tensioner internal tolerances are not consistent.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147956Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110112
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"N16 and N18 Engine Oil Leak. The customer states that a small engine oil leak can be seen from the underside of the engine. CAUSE The internal sealing of the oil pump volume control solenoid valve is compromised, allowing engine oil to leak from the oil pump volume control solenoid. DIAGNOSTIC Below is the procedure for identifying how far the engine oil has migrated inside the engine electrical harness, when this issue occurs, if at all. The procedure must be followed very carefully so that the proper repair is identified. 1. Disconnect the oil pump volume control solenoid valve electrical connection per Repair Instructions 11 41 519 ""Removing and installing or replacing the solenoid valve (engine oil pump)."" Inspect the electrical connector; if no engine oil is found inside the electrical connector, perform the oil pump volume control valve repair procedure. If engine oil is found inside the electrical connector, proceed to diagnostic procedure step 2. 2. Remove the cover from the DME and remove all three electrical connectors from the DME. Inspect the connectors for traces of engine oil. If no engine oil is found, perform the oil pump volume control valve repair procedure and replace the engine section of the wire harness. Refer to EPC for the additional part number. If engine oil is found in the DME connector, proceed to step 3. 3. If engine oil is found in the DME electrical connector, perform the oil pump volume control valve repair procedure, replace the engine section of the wire harness and replace the DME. Refer to EPC for the additional part numbers. Do not remove the engine oil pan. Do not replace the oil pump volume control valve. Do not replace engine oil pump. OIL PUMP VOLUME CONTROL VALVE REPAIR"
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10054635Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-11-04-13
- Date Added:
- February 11, 2014
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: TENSIONER SPRING FORCE COULD BE TOO LOW AND SEVERITY OF WEAR CAN CAUSE RATTLING NOISE WHEN IDLING OR STARTING COLD ENGINE, AND TIMING CHAIN INTERNAL TOLERANCES IS NOT CONSISTENT. MODEL R55, R56, R57. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 3/14/14. *PE
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10044680Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-11-01-12
- Date Added:
- July 25, 2012
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: ON CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES, AN ENGINE OIL LEAK MAY OCCUR, DUE TO THE COMPROMISED OIL PUMP VOLUME CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE, FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF ENGINE. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 4/19/2013. *KB UPDATED 3/11/14. *PE
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - December 1, 2013•Document ID: 10052614Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP; STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-01-01-13
- Date Added:
- August 21, 2013
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH POTENTIAL PROBLEM WITH COOLING FAN AND THE DURABILITY OF ELECTRO HYDRAULIC POWER (ASSIST) STEERING (EHPS) PUMP. MODELS 2002-2005 R50, R52, R3. *PE UPDATED ON 11/1/2013. *KB UPDATED 3/4/2014 *JS
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150207Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M540513
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
Summary"Service Action: Convertible Top Does Not Close. During the closing process, it is possible that the convertible top locating pin on the right side is not correctly positioned in the landing plate at the top of the A-pillar (passenger's side). AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action affects certain R57 vehicles produced from July 2013 to October 2013. 3.This picture shows the left side locating pin correctly positioned in the landing plate on the driver's side A-pillar. 4.The passenger's side should In order to determine whether a specific vehicle has had this Service Action completed or is affected by this Service Action, first check the B-pillar label for code number 63. If code number 63 has been punched out, the campaign has already been performed. If code number 63 has not been punched out, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or the Key Reader. Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action. Important Note: A Campaign can be reserved in ISPA Light as "Pending" prior to submission of a claim. If you find this Campaign reserved, please verify the reason before attempting to perform this repair."
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