WHAT YOUR MINI’S WARNING LIGHTS MEAN.

Your MINI has a range of warning and service lights that give you vital information about its status, from urgent issues to helpful reminders. Below, you’ll find a general guide to warning and service lights – what they mean and what you need to do. Some models display different lights, so we recommend checking your MINI’s manual (it should be in the glove box) and our interactive online drivers’ guide.

Servicing lights.

ENGINE OIL SERVICE.

MICROFILTER SERVICE.

REPLACE BRAKE FLUID.

CBS VEHICLE CHECK INSPECTION.

MOT.

RED LIGHTS.

Never ignore red lights – they’re there to warn you about problems that could pose a risk to your MINI or your safety.

SEAT BELT REMINDER.

What it means: The driver’s seat belt isn’t fastened. (For some specifications: the front passenger’s seat belt isn’t fastened or there’s an object on the seat.)

What to do: Ensure the seat belt is fastened correctly.

SEAT BELT REMINDER FOR REAR SEATS.

What it means: The seat belt on the corresponding rear seat isn’t fastened.

What to do: Ensure the seat belt is fastened correctly.

AIRBAG SYSTEM.

What it means: A fault in the airbag system.

What to do: Have your MINI checked as soon as possible by a qualified MINI Service Partner.

PARKING BRAKE.

What it means: The parking brake has been applied. lf you see this light after releasing the parking brake, there may be a fault in the system.

What to do: Pull over and call for recovery. Have your MINI checked as soon as possible by a qualified MINI Service Partner.

YELLOW LIGHTS.

Yellow lights shouldn’t be ignored either. They tell you when something’s not working properly and needs to be checked, or let you know when an important function is switched on or off.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS).

What it means: A fault has been detected in the ABS system and so it may not function correctly.

What to do: Have your MINI checked as soon as possible by a qualified MINI Service Partner. Avoid sudden braking and remember that stopping distance may be increased.

DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC).

Steady light

What it means: A steady light can signify that there’s a fault in the DSC system.

What to do: Have your MINI checked by a qualified MINI Service Partner.

Flashing light

What it means: DSC is activated and is regulating the acceleration and braking forces to stabilise your car.

What to do: Lower your speed and drive according to the road conditions.

DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) OFF.

What it means: DSC has been deactivated. You might have done this purposefully, or by mistake.

What to do: If DSC has been turned off in error, you’ll need to switch it back on. If you’re not sure how, or believe you haven’t switched the system off, contact your MINI Centre for assistance.

TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (TPM).

What it means: A tyre pressure change has been detected. This might be because of a puncture or wear over time.You might also see this icon flashing if tyre pressure rises.

What to do: If the light is flashing you need to top up or deflate your tyres. To deflate your tyres and reduce the pressure, simply let some air out until you achieve the recommended pressure. If you need to top up your tyres drive with care, and top up your tyres air as soon as possible. You’ll be able to do this at most petrol stations and garages. Top up your tyres to the recommended pressure according to the owners manual.