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How do you replace the reverse light switch on a Mini?
Answer: In this car model, the reverse light switch is installed below the air filter. Once the filter box is removed, it is possible to extract the switch an... read all

Posted on 5-06-2023
How do you replace the ignition switch of a Mini Cooper?
Answer: To replace the ignition switch of the Mini Cooper, you need to remove the steering column coverings: in this way, you will be able to locate the switc... read all

Posted on 29-05-2023
Where is the brake fluid reservoir located in the Mini Cooper?
Answer: The brake oil reservoir of the Mini Cooper is located inside the engine compartment, on the right side next to the battery: it will be possible to acc... read all

Posted on 27-05-2023
What is the cigarette lighter fuse in the Mini R56?
Answer: The cigarette lighter fuse, in the Mini version R56, is located in the passenger compartment of the car, between the steering column and the driver's ... read all

Posted on 17-03-2023
What are the automatic gearbox problems on Mini?
Answer: The most frequent problem encountered on the Mini's automatic gearbox is that, although mode D can be selected, the ratio remains fixed, without chang... read all

Posted on 8-01-2023
Where is the inflation kit located on the Mini Countryman?
Answer: The tire inflation and repair kit in the car is positioned under the driver's seat and is wrapped in a black bag, and contains the canister with the f... read all

Posted on 3-11-2022
Where is the battery of the Mini Countryman f60 located?
Answer: The battery of the Mini Countryman f60 is hidden behind a small compartment in the engine compartment. In fact, once the bonnet is open, there is a sm... read all

Posted on 6-10-2022
What does the Mini R56 key battery light mean?
Answer: The light, when lit, in orange, indicates that the car key battery is flat. To remedy the problem, just change the battery through a very simple opera... read all

Posted on 3-07-2022
Where is the Mini's air conditioning fuse located?
Answer: On this car model from the German manufacturer, all the fuses are divided into two statoles which are placed one in the engine compartment and one in ... read all

Posted on 3-07-2022
What is the dde light of the Mini One d for?
Answer: The task of this warning light is to check the pressure of the diesel fuel. When it is low, it lights up and signals a malfunction. This may be due to... read all

Posted on 14-04-2022
Why does the cigarette lighter socket no longer work in the Mini Cooper?
Answer: In the event that the cigarette lighter plug stops working in the Mini Cooper, it is very likely that the relevant fuse has failed. We can find the la... read all

Posted on 12-04-2022
How do you reset the brake wear warning light on the 2019 Mini Cooper?
Answer: In order to reset the pad wear indicator on the 2019 Mini Cooper, you need to press and hold the BC buttons located on the lever to the left of the st... read all

Posted on 25-03-2022
Where is the spare wheel located in the Mini Countryman?
Answer: In the Mini Countryman there is no spare wheel or small wheel. Instead, run-flat tires are provided, which unlike traditional tires are able to suppor... read all

Posted on 20-03-2022
What does the warning light with an exclamation point inside a triangle mean in the Mini Cooper?
Answer: In the Mini Cooper, the warning light depicting an exclamation point contained within a triangle indicates the presence of a generic fault. Often thes... read all

Posted on 16-03-2022
Where is the Mini Cooper engine temperature sensor located?
Answer: The Mini Cooper's engine temperature sensor is located inside the engine compartment: the piece is located on the engine block itself, in corresponden... read all

Posted on 14-03-2022
Where is the diesel filter located in the Mini Countryman?
Answer: The Mini Countryman's diesel filter is located on the left side of the car, under the rear door. The replacement of this filter is recommended every 3... read all

Posted on 13-03-2022
Why is the heater fan of the Mini Countryman not working?
Answer: If the heater fan on the Mini Countryman is not working, it is likely that its fuse is worn out. The problem could also be caused by damage to the cab... read all

Posted on 10-03-2022
Where are the fuse boxes located in the Mini Countryman?
Answer: In the Mini Countryman we can find two fuse boxes. The first is located in the engine compartment, on the driver's side, while the second is located i... read all

Posted on 14-01-2022
What does the battery light on the Mini Countryman mean?
Answer: When the battery warning light comes on on the instrument panel of the Mini Countryman, it means that the alternator is not charging it. When the ligh... read all

Posted on 16-12-2021
How to reset the engine failure warning light on the Mini Cooper?
Answer: One of the various ways to force reset the engine fault warning light is to disconnect the battery, press the horn for about a minute to discharge any... read all

Posted on 31-10-2021
Red oil warning light on in the Mini Cooper, why?
Answer: When the red oil warning light appears in the Mini Cooper dashboard, it means that the system is detecting a very low level of engine oil. In fact, it... read all

Posted on 16-10-2021
What does the Mini Light Failure Indicator mean?
Answer: When the light failure warning light appears on the instrument panel of the Mini, it means that one of the bulbs in the car has burned out. If you rep... read all

Posted on 7-10-2021
Where is the diesel filter located on my Mini Countryman?
Answer: The diesel filter on your Mini Countryman is not located under the right rear passenger wheel arch as on other Minis, but under the left rear door pro... read all

Posted on 3-10-2021
How do you reset the brake wear warning light on the Mini Countryman?
Answer: In order to reset the brake wear warning light on the Mini Countryman, you need to turn on the ignition and hold down the km button at the bottom righ... read all

Posted on 5-09-2021
What does the Mini's red "Service" light mean?
Answer: The red "Service" light on the Mini indicates that you are temporarily approaching a scheduled service (checking oil filters, air filters, etc.). This... read all

Posted on 1-06-2021
What does the red tire light on the Mini mean?
Answer: If the red light with a tire and an exclamation point is shown on the dashboard of the Mini, it means that the sensors that monitor the pressure drops... read all

Posted on 15-05-2021
Where is the mass air flow sensor located on Mini Cooper R50?
Answer: The mass air flow sensor on the Mini Cooper r50 is located between the hose that brings air to the engine and the air filter box. It is used to measur... read all

Posted on 1-05-2021
How much engine oil does it take for the 1.6cc Mini Cooper petrol engine?
Answer: To change the engine oil of the Mini Cooper (1.6 cc petrol) it is necessary to take into account the year of production of the engine in order to know... read all

Posted on 12-04-2021
Where is the puncture kit located on a Mini Countryman?
Answer: If you own a Mini Countryman and are looking for the puncture kit, usually consisting of a spare wheel and jack, you should find it inside the trunk a... read all

Posted on 2-12-2020
Where to put brake oil on Mini Countryman?
Answer: The brake fluid reservoir on Mini cars is located in the upper part of the engine compartment, on the driver's side, and is accessed by lifting a plas... read all

Posted on 14-10-2020

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