2019 MINI Cooper S Technical Service Bulletins

144 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2019 MINI Cooper S. 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.

• 10149553Oct 1, 2018Equipment. RATTLE NOISE FROM SUNSHADE WHILE DRIVING. With either of the sunshades fully opened, there is a rattle noise present when driving over rough road surfaces The sunshade is contacting the roof liner trim.
• 10149552Oct 1, 2018Electrical system, Body and structure. TRUNK OPEN MESSAGE ON CLUSTER. Check Control Message (CCM) "Trunk Open" message is displayed. Trunk is closed and latched. Improper attachment of trunk lock connector.
• 10150063Sep 1, 2018Equipment. ?CONNECTEDDRIVE/MINI ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/MINI Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of time when researching system failures with ConnectedDrive or MINI Assist. This Service Information bulletin will assist you both in identifying the issue and providing technical…
• 10150062Sep 1, 2018Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. ?RATTLE NOISE FROM SUNROOF WHILE CLOSED. When driving over rough road surfaces, a rattle noise is present from the roof when the sunroof is closed. Grease was not correctly applied to the sunroof mechanism during production.
• 10150061Sep 1, 2018Seats. ?SEAT HEATING DOES NOT GET SUFFICIENTLY WARM. The seat heating in the sports seat may not heat up sufficiently Software error in the climate control panel (IHKA)
• 10150060Sep 1, 2018Body and structure. ?TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Customer inquires about tailgate opening process, mentioning: * 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.
• 10150059Sep 1, 2018Engine cooling, Electrical system. ?SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE THE DME CONTROL UNIT. The damaged Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit may fail. The printed circuit board may be damaged due to a fault in the production of the DME control unit
• 10154765Feb 1, 2018Air bags. Airbag indicator light remains on after seat occupancy mat replacement.
• 10154761Feb 1, 2018Engine. ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE. One of the following complaints may be reported: The engine runs erratically; The engine causes vibrations when running; Grinding noise from the engine compartment when engine is running.
• 10146776Sep 1, 2017Equipment. "NAVIGATION PRO (NBT EVO) MAP UPDATE NOT POSSIBLE, NAVIGATION DOES NOT START. A. Navigation system will not start at all or the ""Navigation system starts"" message is permanently displayed. B. While attempting to update the Navigation system's map, it will not update. Subfolder on internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD) is missing."
• 10146775Sep 1, 2017Equipment. AIR CONDITIONING COOLING IS INSUFFICIENT. * With option code SA 530 air conditioning or SA 534 Automatic air conditioning Produced from 2/1/2016 through 9/30/2016. * A/C system contains little or no A/C refrigerant. Contaminants under O-ring seals have allowed refrigerant loss.
• 10146774Sep 1, 2017Wheels. CAVITY PROTECTION WAX LEAKING OUT OF HOOD. Cavity protection applied to underside of hood is leaking out onto wheel arch trim and grille. Improper application of Cavity Protection Wax.
• 10146751Aug 1, 2017Electrical system. ERRONEOUS SERVICE INCLUSIVE CBS DISPLAY. After pre-delivery check or after instrument cluster exchange, MINI Service Inclusive is displayed although the vehicle does not feature the optional Service Inclusive coverage. Instrument Cluster display error
• 10146727Jun 1, 2017Engine cooling. KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. There is a knocking noise coming from the engine compartment or the engine shakes during: z Engine start z When driving off from a stop z When applying brakes CAUSE Damage to the right side engine mount. The damage may be subtle (1st picture) or obvious (2nd picture). Inspect the right engine mount and replace if necessary.
• 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.
• 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…
• 10151390Jun 1, 2016Equipment. Air Conditioning Refrigerant R1234yf Introduction. INFORMATION Several precautions need to be observed when working on automotive air conditioning systems: Always wear eye protection and gloves while handling refrigerant or servicing air conditioning system. Avoid breathing R1234yf lubricant vapor or mist. Use only approved service equipment to discharge A/C systems.
• 10151389Jun 1, 2016Electrical system. The Clock in the Instrument Cluster Loses time This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI M62 05 15 dated June 2016. The time displayed in the instrument cluster (KOMBI) may lose a few minutes each week and the clock needs to be adjusted periodically.
• 10151388Jun 1, 2016Equipment. "INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty or the MINI NEXT Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty. This repair is also covered by the terms of the State-specific Emissions Warranty (dependent on the vehicle's model year, state of registration and its inclusion on the ""model-specific"" list of covered components).
• 10151386Jun 1, 2016Equipment. VANOS AND VANOS CENTRAL BOLT IDENTIFICATION. INFORMATION Replacing the VANOS gear central bolts or the VANOS gear will require a component inspection when the engine assembly has been previously replaced in one of the vehicles listed above. Ordering the parts via the model, production or VIN may provide the incorrect part numbers. The procedure below will help identify which VANOS parts are installed in the…
• 10151349May 1, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Bluetooth Connection Failures This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated February 2016.. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle.
• 10151348May 1, 2016Forward collision avoidance. Collision warning and Pedestrian Warning Failed. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following fault code is stored in the KAFAS (Camera-based Driver Assistance System): 0X800AC4 - Camera calibration failed CAUSE The KAFAS camera is not properly mounted and secured to the mounting bracket on the…
• 10151346May 1, 2016Engine. "Service Action: Program Control Units (DME - VANOS). If the engine has been off for long period of time, when started it may run very rough at idle with the Service Engine Soon (MIL) light on. The engine power is reduced and a Check Control Message (CCM) ""Drive Faulty; Drive at moderate speed"" is also displayed. If the engine is then stopped and restarted the problem would no longer be present."
• 10151294Apr 1, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Front Windshield Wiper Noises. Customer complains wipers are noisy or chattering during wiper operation. CAUSE Wiper arms out of adjustment and/or windshield cowl misaligned.
• 10151293Apr 1, 2016Engine cooling. Air Intake Makes Rattle Noise At Engine Idle. Engine has rattle noise from engine compartment. Check Hyperlink for video of rattle noise at engine idle. http://tinyurl.com/zwb8e6s Worn buffer in the battery tray
• 10151289Apr 1, 2016Engine cooling. B38, B46 and B48 Engines: Engine and Cylinder Head Replacement Procedures. The engine may run rough and exhibit an engine noise from the VANOS area after the cylinder head or the engine is replaced.
• 10151288Apr 1, 2016Engine cooling. "This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI M11 07 15 dated October 2015.. Excessive amount of water condensation may accumulate in the engine's crankcase. With prolonged vehicle storage, water condensation in engine's oil may cause oil pump malfunction.
• 10151287Apr 1, 2016Engine cooling. "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. This Service Action…
• 10151154Feb 1, 2016Engine, Equipment. SI M11 03 15 February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M11 03 15 dated April 2015. SUBJECT B38 Engine: Mixture Faults Stored in DME and Cylinder Head Cover Leaking Engine Oil.
• 10151153Feb 1, 2016Equipment, Engine. SI M11 03 15 February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M11 03 15 dated April 2015. SUBJECT B38 Engine: Mixture Faults Stored in DME and Cylinder Head Cover Leaking Engine Oil.
• 10151152Feb 1, 2016Engine, Equipment. SI M11 03 15 February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M11 03 15 dated April 2015. SUBJECT B38 Engine: Mixture Faults Stored in DME and Cylinder Head Cover Leaking Engine Oil.
• 10151150Feb 1, 2016Engine, Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. "SI M11 02 16 February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M11 02 16 dated February 2016.. 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.
• 10151149Feb 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment, Engine. "SI M11 01 16 February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M11 01 16 dated February 2016.. 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.
• 10151060Feb 1, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M84 01 14 dated November 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: z Apple iPhones z Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: z Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle.
• 10151059Feb 1, 2016Equipment. SI M65 01 16 February 2016 Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms, SRS Technical Service SUBJECT XM Satellite Radio Reception. Currently Satellite Radio is provided by SiriusXM for MINI customers. Satellite radio is broadcast from two different sets of Satellites using different earth orbits. XM uses geosynchronous (GEO) satellites located roughly above the equator. This means that the satellite signal to some parts…
• 10151058Feb 1, 2016Steering, Equipment. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M61 01 15 dated February 2015. SUBJECT Noise from Steering Column Switch Center when Turning. The customer states that there is a grating or scraping noise when the steering wheel is turned. The noise comes from the area of the Steering Column Switch Center (SZL). When turning the steering wheel, the connection between the steering wheel and the SZL causes torsion…
• 10151050Jan 1, 2016Equipment. "SI M84 02 15 Communication Systems SUBJECT HU-B: Bluetooth Connection Fails Sporadically . Page 1 of 2 January 2016 Technical Service The Bluetooth system works intermittently. One or more of the following scenarios may occur: ? Bluetooth pairing is not possible - display shows ""Please wait"" ? Unable to select the check box to activate Bluetooth? Device does not reconnect to the vehicle after a key cycle ? Audio…
• 10151049Jan 1, 2016Equipment. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M64 02 14 dated January 2016. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT 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.
• 10151048Jan 1, 2016Electrical system. The Clock in the Instrument Cluster Loses time . The time displayed in the instrument cluster (KOMBI) may lose a few minutes each week and the clock needs to be adjusted periodically.
• 10151046Jan 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Electrical system. ?SUBJECT Service Action: Program Control Units (DME) . A Check Control Message could intermittently be displayed indicating a Start/Stop Function failure. Vehicle may not restart after stopping.
• 10151044Jan 1, 2016Equipment, Engine. ?SUBJECT B38, B46 and B48 Engines: Engine Replacement Procedures . The engine may run rough and exhibit an engine noise from the VANOS area after the cylinder head or the engine is replaced.

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