2016 MINI Cooper Convertible Technical Service Bulletins

251 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10149266May 1, 2017Engine. "?Primarily when vehicle is at altitudes higher than 1500m above sea level, and engine is at operating temperature, the idle is sporadically elevated (up to approx. 1200 rpm). MIL indicator is illuminated. Fault code 1E0001 - ""Idle speed control: Speed too high"" is stored in DME. CAUSE DME software error The DME software improvements come in 2 steps 1. Primary improvements with I-level XXXX-17-03-50x. 2.
• 10146669Apr 1, 2017Equipment. LIST OF AVAILABLE FM RADIO STATIONS TEMPORARILY NOT AVAILABLE. As of 11/2015, all Entry-NAV/Media head units supplied in new vehicles were upgraded for improved noise characteristics and quality. As a part of this upgrade, the hardware updating the sender lists was changed from an "update after every diversity reception interruption or maximum of four minutes" configuration to "regular interval updates (every four…
• 10146668Apr 1, 2017Exterior lighting. SERVICE COVER FOR THE REAR LIGHT IS LOOSE. Mounting position of service cover is too low and clearance dimensions between the cover and door are too tight.
• 10146666Apr 1, 2017Latches, locks and linkages. "CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT COMPLETELY STOW. F57 (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper Works Convertible) When attempting to stow the convertible top, it does not compress into a fully locked position on the left side, preventing the soft-top bow cover from moving forward into proper operating position as shown in the attached video. Also, a warning gong sounds and a CC Message "Roof not locked" appears."
• 10146664Apr 1, 2017Engine cooling. CREAKING NOISE WHEN CORNERING. A creaking noise is heard from the front end of the vehicle while cornering (predominantly left turns) under the following conditions: Driving In 1st or 2nd gear; While coasting or accelerating; with an Outside ambient temperature that is below 10C (50F); and After engine warm-up, the ambient temperature of engine compartment may exceed 10C (50F) even though the outside temperature is…
• 10146662Apr 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. ?SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (DME). Due to an error in the OBD diagnostics of the DME software, a marginal catalytic convertor or post catalyst oxygen sensor may not be detected as faulty.
• 10146661Apr 1, 2017Engine. MIL IS ON WITH FAULT CF0486 STORED IN THE EGS MODULE. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. The following fault is stored in the AISIN EGS module: z CF0486: EGS,PT-CAN2: Line fault/electrical fault It is possible the following Check Control messages could be displayed: z Engine fault! Power loss (CCM ID 29) z Drive faulty! (CCM ID 419) - The transmission is in the emergency program and the engine is running…
• 10146620Mar 1, 2017Electrical system. ? COMFORT ACCESS LOCKING REQUIRES MULTIPLE BUTTON PRESSES . Locking vehicle with CA button requires two presses, with up to 3 second delay between presses. Body Domain Controller (BDC) software
• 10146619Mar 1, 2017Equipment. . INFORMATION Inform the customer that the introduction of these expanded frequencies by the wireless mobile providers may be influencing reception quality. MINI is currently working with the wireless mobile providers in order to improve the quality of reception and help alleviate the issues that are caused by the wireless mobile expanded frequencies. Once we have more information about this situation this service…
• 10146618Mar 1, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). ? CONVERTIBLE TOP REAR WINDOW DAMAGE . When opening the convertible top, the rear window and the luggage compartment cover or convertible top linkage collide causing damage to the rear window. The micro-switch that is supposed to detect an incorrectly positioned luggage compartment cover during closing is improperly positioned due to interference from the micro-switch wiring harness.
• 10146617Mar 1, 2017Body and structure. ? HEADLINER INTERFERENCE WITH ROLLOVER TRIM PANEL . Rollover protection trim panel interferes with headliner during roof retraction. Headliner fabric is not sufficiently relaxed to free itself from trim panel.
• 10146616Mar 1, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). "? INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR MOVES OUT OF POSITION . The ""manually-dimming"" interior rearview mirror does not hold its set position when traveling over rough roads and/or with ""low ambient"" interior temperatures. The pivot ball surface finish does not provide sufficient friction for stable positioning."
• 10146614Mar 1, 2017Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. ? MIL IS ON WITH FAULT CF0486 STORED IN THE EGS MODULE . The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. The following fault is stored in the AISIN EGS module: ? CF0486: EGS,PT-CAN2: Line fault/electrical fault It is possible the following Check Control messages could be displayed: ? Engine fault! Power loss (CCM ID 29) ? Drive faulty! (CCM ID 419) - The transmission is in the emergency program and the engine is running…
• 10146613Mar 1, 2017Engine cooling. "? FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES What's New: ? In the Warranty Information section: defect code, labor operations and additional information are updated . The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the DME. ?
• 10146564Feb 1, 2017Seats. "AIR BAG WARNING LAMP, CC MESSAGE 'RESTRAINT SYSTEM' . Air bag Warning indicator sporadically illuminates for short intervals when occupants are exiting the front of the vehicle.
• 10146563Feb 1, 2017Suspension. FRONT SUSPENSION RIDE HEIGHT HAS DROPPED. INFORMATION Please refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC), using the VIN to locate the part numbers.
• 10150990Jan 1, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. ?Technical Service ERRONEOUS CID MENU ENTRY- 'IMPORT JOURNEY'. ?Import Journey (USB)? submenu item in the Stored Journeys menu of the Navigation system is not working.
• 10150989Jan 1, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). ?Front Windshield Wiper Noises. Customer complains wipers are noisy or chattering during wiper operation.
• 10150987Jan 1, 2017Electrical system, Engine. ?ENGINE MAY RUN ROUGH AFTER MSA ENGINE RESTART. Unfavorable DME software. Program and recode the vehicle using the latest version of ISTA.
• 10150986Jan 1, 2017Electrical system, Engine cooling. ?REDUCED ENGINE POWER WITH EXHAUST CAMSHAFT SENSOR FAULT STORED. DME software error or incorrect oil viscosity. Ensure that the engine oil level is correct and no other VANOS or oil pressure faults are present.
• 10146804Dec 1, 2016Latches, locks and linkages. "TAILGATE NOT LOCKING PROPERLY. Tailgate only locks on one side, most often on the left side, CC message ""Tailgate open"" - when not locked on left side. Closing force/speed too low. Striker on right or left side of tailgate not set accurately."
• 10146801Dec 1, 2016Engine cooling. RATTLING 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.
• 10146800Dec 1, 2016Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Service 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…
• 10146981Nov 1, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. "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…
• 10146980Nov 1, 2016Brakes. The front outer brake pads are worn more than the inner pads. The brake pad wear indicator has not been activated. Very aggressive driving
• 10146979Nov 1, 2016Equipment, Steering. "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…
• 10146977Nov 1, 2016Suspension, Equipment. CRACKING 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.
• 10146976Nov 1, 2016Suspension. Groaning/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.
• 10146975Nov 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. F54 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…
• 10146974Nov 1, 2016Engine cooling, Electrical system. COMMUNICATION 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
• 10146973Nov 1, 2016Equipment, Engine. Service 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…
• 10146930Oct 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. No 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.
• 10146929Oct 1, 2016Electrical system. echnical 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…
• 10146928Oct 1, 2016Equipment. WIND 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.
• 10146927Oct 1, 2016Suspension, Equipment. "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."
• 10146926Oct 1, 2016Body and structure. WATER 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.
• 10146925Oct 1, 2016Steering. The 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
• 10146924Oct 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. "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. ?…
• 10146875Sep 1, 2016Equipment. Foul 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.
• 10146874Sep 1, 2016Engine cooling. Water 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…
• 10146873Sep 1, 2016Electrical system. HORN 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.
• 10146872Sep 1, 2016Seats. HEATED SEAT TEMPERATURES INSUFFICIENT. Seat heater output is too low. Seat heating mat is ineffective.
• 10146871Sep 1, 2016Body and structure. SERVICE ACTION: RUBBER STRIP ON REAR SIDE WINDOW TRIM IS CRACKED. The rubber strip on the rear side window trim may crack. In some cases a gap may be evident on the rubber trim strip. Results are cosmetic- no water leakage or sound intrusion. Combination of unfavorable materials.
• 10146870Sep 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. GROANING 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).
• 10146868Sep 1, 2016Electrical system. "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…
• 10146867Sep 1, 2016Engine cooling. Service 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…
• 10147586Aug 1, 2016Electrical system. PERCEIVED 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.
• 10147585Aug 1, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). SI 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.
• 10147584Aug 1, 2016Body and structure. TAILGATE 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.
• 10147581Aug 1, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). SQUEAKING NOISE FROM POWER FOLDING EXTERIOR REARVIEW MIRRORS. A squeaking noise can be heard when folding the exterior rear view mirrors in or out. Tolerances in the exterior rear view mirrors

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