MINI Cooper Service Bulletins (2016)
346 manufacturer communications on file.
- September 1, 2020•Document ID: 10181236Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M340120
- Date Added:
- October 19, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummarySERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the BDC and therefore cannot transmit any diagnostic requests via the OBD using aftermarket scan tools.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - August 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179828Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M340120
- Date Added:
- September 14, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummarySERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the BDC and therefore cannot transmit any diagnostic requests via the OBD using aftermarket scan tools.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - August 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179826Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M010520
- Date Added:
- September 14, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryB46M ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST SENSOR - LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES: Component/Issue-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the eligible vehicles, MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC ("MINI USA") is extending the limited warranty for the engine radiator's Environmental Air Catalyst (EAC) sensor (shown) to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - July 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179018Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M660220
- Date Added:
- August 31, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryKAFAS (CAMERA-BASED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS) LIMITATIONS: KAFAS camera-based assistance system (without radar) is not operating up to customer expectations. Customers can report system errors such as: Vehicle equipped with camera-based ACC, brakes without apparent reason and then does not accelerate When ACC is active, the vehicle does not brake, although it is obvious it should brake; or it even accelerates KAFAS system deactivates independently, due to system limitations that are not clear to the customer KAFAS system cannot be activated due to system limitations that are not clear to the customer When accelerating from a standstill, the vehicle does not automatically start in "Follow mode" Road signs are sporadically not detected Lane departure warning sporadically fails to function For the situations described in this service information bulletin that pertain to normal system limitations, ISTA diagnosis does not show any relevant fault codes stored.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - July 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179017Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M620318
- Date Added:
- August 31, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryBLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY: A small black spot remains on the Central Information Display's (CID) illuminated screen which does not go away after a key cycle or sleep mode. Dead pixels in the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) diodes. Each individual light pixel on an LCD screen is made up of three diodes- red, blue and green. If all three fail, the pixel will appear as a permanent black dot. Dead pixels can occur as a result of: Blunt force contact to the screen that does not result in a cracked surface Non-functioning diodes Manufacturer defects (e.g., gas bubble).
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - July 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179015Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M160220
- Date Added:
- August 31, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryNOISES FROM THE FUEL TANK AT IDLE: While driving slowly with low RPM or while idling, a faint knocking or fluttering noise can be heard from inside the fuel tank when the tank is full. The customer may describe this noise as a "helicopter noise" from the rear of the vehicle.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - July 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179014Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M010520
- Date Added:
- August 31, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryB46M ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST SENSOR - LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES: Component/Issue-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the eligible vehicles, MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC ("MINI USA") is extending the limited warranty for the engine radiator's Environmental Air Catalyst (EAC) sensor (shown) to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - May 1, 2020•Document ID: 10176383Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M130120
- Date Added:
- June 15, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryTANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge point: malfunction FC 195014 - Differential pressure sensor tank vent valve signal: fixed FC 118001 - Mixture control: mixture too lean FC 118401 - Mixture control: mixture too lean large deviation CAUSE Internal mechanical defect in the tank ventilation valve. The defect can also result in a very loud clicking noise when the valve is cycling.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10175294Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M840818
- Date Added:
- May 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryCONNECTEDDRIVE/MINI ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174372Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M620119
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryCENTRAL INSTRUMENT PANEL LED SURROUND RING DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN IGNITION IS TURNED ON: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI M62 01 19 dated January 2019.The central instrument's outer perimeter LED ring (arrows) does not illuminate when switching on the ignition or with the engine start-stop button. It only illuminates after direct actuation of a component (e.g. setting the temperature radio volume etc.). F57 shown; other models similar Software error in the Automotive Pixel Link driver (APIX driver). APIX is the serial high-speed Gigabit multichannel link that connects displays such as the LED ring with vehicle control modules.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174371Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SUSPENSION; ENGINE; SERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M610220
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryCHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: Engine can no longer be switched off Drive position (D) cannot be engaged on the gear selector switch (GWS) Reduction of steering assist After an engine emergency shut-off (either a prolonged long press; or 3 consecutive short presses of the Start/Stop button) and the vehicle going to sleep (identifiable by the lighting of the "Start/Stop button") everything resumes normal functionality and the CCM messages no longer appear. When performing a vehicle test the following diagnostic fault codes are stored in the BDC: CD0420 - "error of Flexray controller on Flexray bus" D91FF9 - "Flexray message data drivetrain 2 (DT_PT_2): Timeout" This message may be read out in the ZGM control unit or Body Domain Controller CAUSE Software in the Body Domain Control unit (BDC).
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174369Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510120
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryFRONT DOORS DO NOT LATCH IN COLD WEATHER: At ambient temperatures below freezing one or both front doors may not open when attempting to enter. In some cases after opening they may not correctly latch. A missing seal on the inner Bowden release cable may allow water to enter the cable sheathing and freeze.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174328Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M220317
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryCREAKING NOISE FROM THE LOWER ENGINE AREA: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M22 03 17 dated January 2018. During load reversal or taking off from a stop there is a creaking or droning noise heard from the lower engine area. CAUSE The bushing in the lower engine stabilizer link is working its way out of its aluminum housing thereby rubbing against the engine oil pan. The bushing in the lower engine stabilizer link (1) is working its way out of its aluminum housing. The aluminum housing starts to rub against the engine oil pan (2).
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174327Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120420
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummarySERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM THE DIGITAL MOTOR ELECTRONICS (DME) - B36C: In certain situations the exhaust valve seat inserts may become overheated when using low quality fuel. If overheated the valve seat insert may become distorted and wear at an increased rate. Unfavorable software calibration for low quality fuel engine operation.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174325Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120120
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMIL LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision #1) replaces SI B12 01 20 dated February 2020. After engine start the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and Check Control message (ID 29) "Engine fault! Power loss" are displayed in the instrument cluster.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - February 1, 2020•Document ID: 10172513Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEAT BELTS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M720120
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummarySAFETY BELT WARNING GONG SOUNDS AFTER UNBUCKLING WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. After a vehicle has been programmed to an I-level greater than 19-11-5xx and lower than I-level 20-03-530; the safety belt (aka seat belt) acoustic warning sounds when in Park (engine running) and the safety belt is unbuckled. The chime/gong lasts for up to 1 minute 40 seconds. The customer only expects the acoustic warning when the vehicle is moving and the safety belt is not buckled. The acoustic warning can occur when the seat is occupied and the safety belt buckle is opened on the driver's or passenger's side. Software in the ACSM4 Control Unit.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - February 1, 2020•Document ID: 10172512Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M640116
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryWATER INGRESS IN FOOTWELL AREA FROM A/C CONDENSATE DRAIN: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M64 01 16 dated September 2016. The condensate drain hose is blocked by the heat shield - The condensate drain hose is not attached properly to the housing - The condensate drain hose was damaged during installation or previous repair.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - February 1, 2020•Document ID: 10172511Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M540317
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryCONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT COMPLETELY STOW: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI M54 03 17 dated May 2019. When attempting to stow the convertible top it does not compress into a fully locked position on the left side. This prevents the soft-top bow cover from moving forward into proper operating position as shown in video 54 01 17. Additionally a warning gong sounds and a Check Control Message "Roof not locked" appears. One or both can apply: An issue with the convertible top assembly gripper hook Improper adjustment of the convertible top storage spacer adjustment bolt Damaged folding top felt pad.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171512Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M320114
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryPower-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Startup This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI M32 01 14 dated October 2016. The power assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. No communication with the Electric Power Steering (EPS).
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171511Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110120
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following fault may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). Fault code Control module Fault code text 213A2B DME Increment wheel adaption faulty This situation is not associated with any drivability complaints and only affects vehicles built with a Factory I-level of 19-07-500 and later. An unfavorable DME diagnostic calibration may cause the fault code to be stored. In most circumstances this will cause the MIL to be illuminated.
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