2016 MINI Paceman check engine light

and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
for additional information on service require‐
ments.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
that maintenance and repair be performed by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop. Records of regu‐
lar maintenance and repair work should be re‐
tained.
Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
CAUTION
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an
intricate component intended to be used in
conjunction with specialized equipment to
check the vehicle’s primary emissions system.
Improper use of the socket for Onboard Diag‐
nosis, or contact with the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates
risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the socket
for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a dealer's
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop or other persons that have
the specialized training and equipment for pur‐
poses of properly utilizing the socket for On‐
board Diagnosis. ◀
Primary components in the vehicle emissions
can be checked via the OBD socket using a de‐
vice.
Emissions
The warning lamps light up. The vehicle
is producing higher emissions. Further
driving at a moderate pace is possible.
Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Under certain circumstances, one of the lamps
flashes or lights up continuously. This indicates
that there is excessive misfiring or a malfunc‐
tion in the engine. In this situation, decrease
the vehicle speed and immediately drive to a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop. Serious engine
misfiring within a brief period can seriously
damage emission control components, in par‐
ticular the catalytic converter. In addition, the
mechanical engine components may become
damaged.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight‐
ened, the OBD system may conclude
that fuel vapor is escaping; this will
cause a display to light up. If the filler cap is
then tightened, the display should go out in a
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or body ground of the vehicle providing as‐
sistance.6.Attach the second clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery, or to the engine or body
ground of the vehicle to be started.
Body ground:
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at a slightly in‐
creased idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle being started
in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another
attempt in order to allow the discharged
battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing
Information Warning
There is an increased danger of accidents
when towing vehicles. There is a risk of per‐
sonal injury. Do not transport any passengers
other than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed. ◀
Using a tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried
in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the MINI.
The tow fitting is stowed in the following loca‐
tion, depending on the equipment:▷Under the right or left front seat.▷In the pouch of the wheel change set in the
cargo area.
CAUTION
If the tow fitting is not used as intended,
there can be damage to the vehicle or to the
tow fitting. There is risk of property damage.
Observe the notes on using the tow fitting. ◀
Use of the tow fitting:
▷Use only the tow fitting provided with the
vehicle and screw it all the way in.▷Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Access to the screw thread
Push out the tow fitting cover at the appropri‐
ate recess in the bumper.
Front
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12CauseHow to respondLights up briefly:
Approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters of fuel remain in
the tank.
Remains on:
The remaining range is no more than
30 miles/50 km, refer to page 62.The engine refuses to start.Depress the brake or clutch to start
the engine, refer to page 51.The ignition is switched on and driver's door
is open.Switch off the ignition, refer to
page 50, or close the driver's door.The lights are still switched on.Switch off the lights, refer to
page 69.The roadside parking lamps are still on.Switch off the roadside parking
lights, refer to page 70.A door is open.The hood is open.The tailgate is open.The fuel cap is missing or loose.Make sure that the fuel cap is cor‐
rectly positioned and close it until it
clicks audibly. Do not jam the strap
between the fuel cap and the vehi‐
cle.The windshield washer fluid level is too low.Add washer fluid, refer to page 56,
as soon as possible.Lights up in red:Service is due.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements, re‐
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12CauseHow to respondLights up in yellow:The engine will start the next time the Start/
Stop button is touched, possibly without the
brake or clutch being depressed.The remote control is malfunctioning or, in
cars with Comfort Access, was not detected.The engine cannot be started. Have
the remote control checked, if nec‐
essary.The battery in the remote control is dis‐
charged.Use the remote control for a longer
journey or, in cars with Comfort Ac‐
cess, replace the battery.The belt tensioners and/or airbag system
has failed.Have the system checked immedi‐
ately.
Fasten the safety belts anyway.Steering assistance has failed.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Markedly different
steering response. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.Lights up in red:Engine malfunctionStop the car and switch off the en‐
gine. You cannot continue your
journey. Contact a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.Lights up in yellow:Full engine power is no longer available.Further driving at a moderate pace
is possible. Have the engine
checked as soon as possible.Indicator lamp 1 flashes:Engine malfunction under high load. High
engine load will result in damage to the cat‐
alytic converter.Further driving at a moderate pace
is possible. Have the vehicle
checked immediately.Indicator lamp 1 lights up:Seite 196MOBILITYIndicator/warning lamps196
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12CauseHow to respondEngine malfunction with adverse effect on
emissions.Further driving at a moderate pace
is possible. Have the vehicle
checked as soon as possible.Lights up in red:The engine is overheating.Carefully bring the car to a stop,
switch off the engine and allow it to
cool down. Do not open the hood;
otherwise, there would be a risk of
injury due to scalding. Contact a
dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair
shop.Lights up in yellow:The engine is too hot.Continue driving at more moderate
speed so that the engine can cool
down. Have the engine checked
without delay if the situation reoc‐
curs.Lights up in red:Battery is no longer being charged. Alterna‐
tor malfunction.Switch off all unnecessary electrical
consumers. Have the power supply
system checked without delay.Lights up in yellow:The battery charge level is very low, the bat‐
tery is old or is not securely connected.Charge the battery by taking a long
drive or using an external charger.
If necessary, switch off automatic
power consumers. Have the battery
checked as soon as possible.Indication in US models
The parking brake is set.Indication in Canadian models
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12CauseHow to respondThe vehicle electronics have failed.You cannot continue your journey.
Contact a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or
repair shop.Indication in Canadian modelsThe vehicle electronics have failed.You cannot continue your journey.
Contact a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or
repair shop.Lights up in red:Have the system in question
checked immediately.The starter has failed orThe engine cannot be restarted.Ignition malfunctioning. The engine can
only be restarted when the brake is de‐
pressed or
Lighting system failed. Low beams/tail lights
and brake lights still operational. All other
lights failed.Depress the brake to restart the en‐
gine.Lights up in yellow:Brake light control failed or
The fuel supply is malfunctioning.Further driving at a moderate pace
is possible. Have the system in
question checked immediately.Drive malfunctioning.Further driving at a moderate pace
is possible. Transmission limp-
home program with reduced accel‐
eration is active. Have the system
checked immediately.Flashing:
Dynamic Stability Control DSC or Dynamic
Traction Control DTC is controlling drive and
braking forces, refer to page 84.Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated,
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12CauseHow to respondTransmission limp-home program active
with restricted range of gears, possibly with
reduced acceleration.Further driving at a moderate pace
is possible. Have the system
checked immediately.Gears can be engaged without depressing
the brake.Always depress the brake to en‐
gage a gear.Automatic selector lever locked:Manually unlock the selector lever
lock, refer to page 59.Lights up in yellow:Have the system checked as soon
as possible.Automatic selector lever locked:
The selector lever is locked in position P
with the engine running or the ignition
switched on and the brake depressed orManually unlock the selector lever
lock, refer to page 59.The brake signal is malfunctioning: a gear
can be engaged without depressing the
brake.To engage a gear while the vehicle
is at a standstill, always depress the
brake. Before leaving the vehicle,
move the selector lever to position
P and switch off the engine.Lights up in red:The transmission is overheating.Bring the car to a stop and move
the selector lever to position P. Al‐
low the transmission to cool down.
Further driving at a moderate pace
is possible. Have the system
checked if the situation reoccurs.Lights up in yellow:The transmission is too hot.Avoid high engine loads. Further
driving at a moderate pace is possi‐
ble.Selector lever position P not engaged. The
vehicle is not secured against rolling.Selector lever position P not engaged. The
ignition cannot be switched off.Engage selector lever position P
when you wish to switch off the ig‐
nition, refer to page 50.Seite 203Indicator/warning lampsMOBILITY203
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12CauseHow to respondThe cruise control system has failed.Have the system checked.The Park Distance Control has failed.Have the system checked.A bulb of the exterior lighting system has
failed.Have the exterior lighting checked
as soon as possible.A low-beam headlight or front fog light has
failed.Have the lights checked as soon as
possible.A high-beam headlight has failed.Have the high-beam headlights
checked.A rear fog light has failed.Have the rear fog lights checked.The headlight beam throw adjustment has
failed.Have the headlight beam throw ad‐
justment system checked.The Adaptive Light Control has failed.The engine oil pressure is too low.Stop immediately and switch off
the engine. You cannot continue
your journey. Contact a dealer’s
service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.Lights up in red:The service appointment is overdue.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements, re‐
fer to page 66.Lights up in yellow:Service is due.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements, re‐
fer to page 66.Seite 204MOBILITYIndicator/warning lamps204
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