MINI Cooper Service Bulletins (2013)
177 manufacturer communications on file.
- January 1, 2015•Document ID: 10057573Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-32-01-15
- Date Added:
- June 10, 2015
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: DUE TO AN ERROR IN SOFTWARE, ONCE ENGINE STARTS, ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS) WARNING LAMP WILL INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATE IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND STEERING ASSISTANCE IS NOT AVAILABLE WHEN THIS OCCURS. MODEL 2013-14 F56. *PE
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - December 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148212Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M840214
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: Bluetooth Software (KISU Data) Update. This Service Action is being released to improve customer satisfaction as we strive to be number 1 in the JD Power Initial Quality Survey (IQS). This new KISU software improves the Bluetooth functionality in our vehicles, and it helps to keep us up-to-date with technology innovation. Please implement the Bluetooth Software Update Service Action. This Service Action will be in effect until March 2015. Thank you for your continuous support. Improved KISU data (Customer Initiated Software Update) is now available for installation in these vehicles via the USB port. Improved functionality for COMBOX: z Detailed view of the text messages z Android device connection stability (linked contacts causing BT disconnection) Improved functionality for HU-H: z Reconnection strategy z 3rd Party App Metadata - Album art and song title Note: This Service Action is to be completed only at the dealer. You (dealers) will be receiving vehicles from the VDCs that will require this Service Action to be completed prior to customer delivery.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - December 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148211Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M650414
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryAutomated Activation of Navigation System During PDI/QC1. INFORMATION Important: The INITIAL NAV enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department! When the vehicle is connected to the diagnostic system ISTA to perform PDI/QC1, the step to activate the navigation system (part of Delete Transport Mode) will automatically request the INITIAL NAV enabling code (VIN-specific) without pre-ordering the enabling code. This enabling code will be automatically delivered through ISTA and it then activates the navigation system. Note: This VIN-specific NAV enabling code is then also automatically stored in the Repair Kit in the Aftersales Assistance Portal (ASAP). The automated INITIAL NAV enabling code request and activation of the navigation system will take no longer than 1 minute. After finishing "Delete Transport Mode," the navigation system in the vehicle will be active without entering the 20-digit INITIAL NAV enabling code manually or in ISTA. If the navigation system is not active and asking for the enabling code, turn off the ignition and wait for the head unit to enter sleep mode (approx. 3 minutes). After that, turn on the ignition again. The head unit will start up and the navigation system is activated. If the INITIAL NAV enabling code for first-time activation of the navigation system is not requested or delivered automatically, it still can be ordered manually through the Parts department and activated in the vehicle by entering the 20-digit enabling code manually.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - December 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148206Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M210114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryDual Mass Flywheel: Diagnosis and Inspection. INFORMATION The following three criteria must to be checked, evaluated and the resulting findings documented on the repair order prior to replacing a dual-mass flywheel as defective: 1. Total rotational angle at no load condition (with applied torque less then 20 Nm) 2. Secondary plate longitudal axial play 3. Friction surface appearance changes due to thermal overload. PROCEDURE Refer to the attached "Dual-mass Flywheel Inspection" document for the complete inspection procedure. The dual-mass flywheel replacement is justified only if one or more of the following criteria are met: 1. The total rotational free-play measured at the flywheel gear ring is: Equal to or greater than 3 tooth gaps on N14/N18-equipped engines; Equal to or greater than 14 tooth gaps on B38/B46/B48-equipped engines. 2. The secondary plate total axial bearing play measured at outside diameter of the flywheel is: Equal to or greater than 3 mm on N14/N18-equipped engines; Equal to or greater than 5 mm on B38/B46/B48-equipped engines. 3. Significant discoloration in the adjoining area outside the friction ring, or a severe ablation/erosion of the friction area, is present. WARRANTY INFORMATION Warranty claims for replacing a Dual Mass Flywheel are subject to denial or debit when it is determined that the diagnostic procedures outlined above were not followed. ATTACHMENTS View PDF attachment M210114_Dual-Mass_Flywheel_Inspection.
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - December 1, 2014•Document ID: 10057570Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-11-10-14
- Date Added:
- June 10, 2015
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: SOME VEHICLES HAVE TURBOCHARGER NOISE AND A LACK OR LOSS OF PERFORMANCE, DUE TO RESTRICTION OF TURBOCHARGER OIL SUPPLY, RESULTING IN OIL STARVATION AND SEIZING OF TURBOCHARGER ASSEMBLY. MODEL ALL. *PE
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- M840114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryiPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS 7. Some examples are listed below: z Call disconnection z Contact List incomplete z General connection failures Apple software iOS 7 and its variants
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - November 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148441Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110414
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryN16 Engine: Oil Leak from Cylinder Head Sealing Plug. An oil leak can develop at a sealing plug located in the cylinder head, just below the vacuum pump. The sealing plug was not tightened sufficiently during production.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - November 1, 2014•Document ID: 10057571Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-31-02-14
- Date Added:
- June 10, 2015
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: BETWEEN SPEEDS OF 5MPH AND 30MPH, ON ROUGH ROAD SURFACES AND HIGH TEMPERATURES, A NOISE, LIKE SQUEAKING, IS HEARD FROM FRONT AXLE, DUE TO FRONT AXLE CONTROL ARM HYDRAULIC BEARING. MODEL F55, F56. *PE
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - October 1, 2014•Document ID: 10149394Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M070114
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryISTA Premium Repair Instructions. INFORMATION ISPI NEXT ISTA 3.45 introduces a new concept for displaying repair instructions. The new repair instructions have the following advantages compared to the old style: z All instructions (preliminary and follow-up) needed for the repair are included; hyperlinks are no longer needed. z All special tools needed for the repair can be viewed or printed from one tab in ISTA without leaving the repair instructions page. z All technical data and torque specs for the repair can be viewed from one tab in ISTA without leaving the repair instructions page. Currently repair instructions for the timing chain replacement "1131051 - Replace timing chain (N14)" have been converted to this new format. Refer to the attachment which describes how to access and use the instructions. To get initial feedback if any further changes are needed prior to converting all future repair instructions, we have converted the repair instructions used most often to this new concept. Please use these repair instructions when applicable and provide feedback using the attached feedback form. The form can be sent directly to Paul Labrie at [email protected]. Thanks for any feedback that you can provide. Paul Labrie Technical Service 201- 571-5247
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - October 1, 2014•Document ID: 10149393Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M011014
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI Motorer-Focused Satisfaction (MFS) Program. Based on Motorer feedback, MINI has determined that during the first three years of service, some vehicles may require specific additional service work to be performed. MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC ("MINI USA") is pleased to announce the following Motorer-Focused Satisfaction (MFS) Program. This new program's procedure will be available for your dealer to address these Motorers' concerns, starting with claim repairs dates on or after September 1, 2014. As part of our Motorer Pledge to deliver an incredible MINI motoring experience, for the above-referenced MINI vehicles, we developed this program to increase our Motorers' satisfaction by helping to prevent unexpected dealer service repair visits.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - September 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148058Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M640114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryAutomatic Deactivation of Recirculation Mode. The customer states the recirculation display goes out, even though the recirculation button was switched on. CAUSE The automatic recirculation air deactivation feature was introduced in July 2012. Note: If the customer dislikes this feature, it can be deactivated by using the following steps.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - September 1, 2014•Document ID: 10056720Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-12-12-14
- Date Added:
- February 7, 2015
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: DUE TO ENGINE POSITION MANAGEMENT (EPM) UNFAVORABLE PARAMETERS, IN DME SOFTWARE, VARIOUS CONTROL FAULTS ARE SET AND ENGINE CAN GO INTO POWER MODE, WHILE DISPLAYING DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION MESSAGE. MODEL 2011-14 F56 (COOPER, COOPER S). *PE
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - August 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148391Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M110414
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryN16 Engine: Oil Leak from Cylinder Head Sealing Plug. An oil leak can develop at a sealing plug located in the cylinder head, just below the vacuum pump. CAUSE The sealing plug was not tightened sufficiently during production.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - July 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148150Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M170912
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Internal corrosion could form in the engine coolant temperature sensor which is integrated into the thermostat housing (not replaceable). This corrosion leads to internal bridging of the contacts, which can cause an inaccurate engine temperature reading. This false reading could lead to difficulty in the engine starting or a "Service Engine Soon" lamp being illuminated.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - July 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148149Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M170812
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryService Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Internal corrosion could form in the engine coolant temperature sensor which is integrated into the thermostat housing (not replaceable). This corrosion leads to internal bridging of the contacts, which can cause an inaccurate engine temperature reading. This false reading could lead to difficulty in the engine starting or a "Service Engine Soon" lamp being illuminated.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - June 1, 2014•Document ID: 10056114Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIM-61-05-14
- Date Added:
- September 5, 2014
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryMINI: THERE IS A DISCONNECTION OR KINK, IN WNIDSHIELD WASHER HOSE, WHICH IS TOO SHORT, CAUSING WINDSHIELD FRONT WASHER JET TO FAIL. MODEL F56 (COOPER, COOPER S). *PE
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - May 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148358Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M640114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryAutomatic Deactivation of Recirculation Mode. The customer states the recirculation display goes out, even though the recirculation button was switched on. CAUSE The automatic recirculation air deactivation feature was introduced in July 2012. Note: If the customer dislikes this feature, it can be deactivated by using the following steps.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - May 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148351Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M510314
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryTransportation Protective Sleeve Introduced for Windshield Wipers. The windshield wipers streak and judder. The windshield wiper blades become distorted during transportation and when in storage.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - May 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148349Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M340113
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryErroneous "Service due" Message Although Brake Lining Thickness is Above Minimum Specification. The yellow "Service Due" warning message lights up in the instrument cluster, even though the brake pad thickness is more than 4.2mm (above the thickness at which the pad sensor intervenes). The calculated remaining service life for the brake pads (front and/or rear axle) from the CBS data does not match the actual brake pad thickness. Software calculation of the brake pad wear model in the DSC.
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - May 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148347Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M120214
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- MINI
SummaryN18: Service Engine Soon Lamp (MIL) May Come On at High Altitude. The Service Engine Soon lamp (MIL) is illuminated and engine power output is reduced. This could only occur only in areas high above sea level (greater than 5,000 feet) and more frequently with colder outside temperatures. The following faults will be stored in the DME, and no engine mechanical problems are found. * 2C56 - Charging pressure control, plausibility Pressure too high * 2C58 - Charging pressure control, switch-off: pressure build-up blocked Unfavorable DME software
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