How To Reset MINI Service Light (06-13)

How To Reset MINI Service Light (2006-2013)
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[@SharonUK]

You are the man 😅. I literally was losing my mind trying to get the brake warning off after having all brake pads replaced. Many many thanks

[@cindyball1293]

JUST had full brakes/rotors and sensors professionally replaced yesterday, went to pick up my 2010 r55 clubman, and damned if the maintenance and brake sensor light wasn't still on. With your assistance on the resets, i just did it my damned self. Much thanks!

[@charlessmith3739]

Amazing the things you can learn from KZbin. Thankfully I searched on KZbin and found this post. As others have said, most mechanics don’t know about these reset techniques. Thanks!

[@MikeMDs]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dylanuchalik8870]

Come to Midas then I’ll get u right 😂

[@psfanboy7256]

You are the man. I keep checking the handbrake when I see the light. Drove me insane

[@colinmontgomery8171]

thank you very much...the car is ammazing...just figured out cruise control...due to dodgy knees , its great....took a bit of time to clic in my plumber head....but appreciate people like yourselves helping with this stuff, as it intrests me and need to learn stuff constantly due to rediscovering that i used to love all this sort of stuff, was getting fed up annoying my friend who does do mechanics....ill keep his plumbing going for life due to the help this gy has given me,,,,if im able too,,,and if you lads were closer..i would repay yourselves with the same if i could....but cheers for the help...you DONT know how much it means...thank you :)

[@MikeMDs]

Glad it helped. Thank you for the kind words. Best!

[@flipflopless1959]

You have saved my sanity

[@chrisduffy7314]

Fair play Mikey-moo....after a few goes at getting the button sequence right, i managed to reset the brake service light on daughters mini. As you comment, service interval goes negaive 90 miles. Much kudos from North Wales :)

[@fulltimesuperstar1]

Thank you so much for this! Been trying to reset my Mini for years and didn’t know how!

[@MikeMDs]

Glad I could help!

[@claytonspann8032]

Thanks Mike, just serviced my wife's mini , tune up, oil and this allowed me to reset light

[@MikeMDs]

Thats wonderful. I'm glad this helped. Happy motoring!

[@__SM__1]

The moment I saw he's face upfront I knew he was the truth. Thanks man

[@MikeMDs]

LOL !

[@juanflyer8443]

Worked as mentioned I just had to remember to close the door prior to trying the reset procedure. 2012 Mini Cooper S with Dash installed MINI GPS. Thank you very much. Oh this also reset the warning message in my Vehicle status Page.

[@Chickenlittle327]

Bought my daughter a 2013 mini, now every time I change her oil I come back and watch this video 😅

[@d.m.2223]

Worked great. My Diagnostic machine couldn't even reset the light. As you advised, I just had to try your method at least 2 or 3 times, but then it eventually reset and the warning light doesn't show anymore. Many Thanks! 😉👍

[@MikeMDs]

Glad it helped

[@andrewprosser3717]

Thanks tried many times without success, followed your instructions and bingo. Thanks😊

[@MikeMDs]

Happy it was helpful.

[@garagemahalkew]

Awesome!! I’ve been looking for this to help reset our Mini!! Thanks!!

[@MikeMDs]

Glad I could help!

[@abdelmoralli1263]

Thank you from Sydney this video was very helpful

[@weaves3771]

I wish I came to you in the first place. My wife is so happy.

[@HectorRam-n1d]

Hi . So I noticed that service light cone on after they did n oil change and rotated the tires yesterday Thank you for the info . 😊

[@MikeMDs]

Glad it helped

[@asslerdidier]

Short and right to the issue. Thanks.

[@julianalstin7245]

Excellent and straightforward info.... a great help. Cheers

[@MikeMDs]

Glad it helped

[@DrKnowitallKnows]

What a pain. Even my service guy couldn't figure it out. Thank you!!

[@AtharianMithra]

Thank you! Just got some brakes done on my mini.

[@MikeMDs]

Glad I could help

[@petes.6609]

Your check engine came on because of your rear brakes? You have a manual?

[@JTMCNAIR09]

Hell Yeah! That's simply put I'm well versed in 325is, e39 e36 e34 e53 etc... I am not fluent mini at all!!! Lol thanks again

[@MikeMDs]

Right on!

[@ananias-]

Thank you 🙏 it took me days to figure it out ! That 0mph

[@MikeMDs]

I'm glad you were able to figure it out. Have a good weekend.

[@marienapopojesse9013]

Thank you so much for this video.

[@MikeMDs]

It's my pleasure

[@MoodManMellow]

Hi Mike, Thank you so much for this tutorial! I had this service issue for few months ( car got serviced back in August) and your video certainly helped fix it. I am curious. Would you happen to know if the car color is custom made or is that a newer model? I have not seen a mini of this color in the dealerships

[@MikeMDs]

You're welcome! Yes it was custom painted.

[@TheTomMcHughChannel]

Thank you, so much!

[@MikeMDs]

You're welcome!

[@izakg7321]

Hi Mike, I have a Mini Cooper 1.6 2012. The way you describe how to get into the reset mode doesn't work the same. After pushing the Start button, without starting the engine, holding the trip button for 5 sec does nothing. Holding it longer, 10sec, it goes into a menu, 1.00, showing the VIN and other details. I got all but one Service Light reset by using only the BC button, entering via the SET/INFO menu only (with the motor running, not only with the ignition on). The one light that would not reset in the Break Fluid light. Do you know if there is a sensor that checks the condition of the Break fluid? The Service Book refers to the Condition Based Services system.

[@MikeMDs]

Hi, yes it is built into the brake fluid reservoir. But if the level is low then it will show the work BRAKE in red. If the service is due then it must be reset.

[@bunkysdad]

Very helpful. Thank you

[@MikeMDs]

You're welcome!

[@letsdiscoverlondon9545]

Thanks Mike! This was helpful and prevented a lot of anxiety on the wife's car.

[@MikeMDs]

Hi. I'm glad it worked out well. Have a good rest of your week!

[@shack7631]

Thanks for this. Minis have just too much technology in them.

[@faze_kd3524]

My check engine light has been on for months and nothing is wrong I hope haha

[@jorgemora7190]

Wow good. Job thanks

[@MikeMDs]

Thank you too

[@ElisaA29]

Thank you!!

[@MikeMDs]

You're welcome!

[@hakankeskin9566]

Thanks mate 😅😊

[@MikeMDs]

Happy to help

[@Narwhalhammer]

Thank you so much my dude

[@MikeMDs]

Glad it helped!

[@charlenebrink5423]

Thank you for posting, Happy Motoring indeed!!

[@vic2r2k]

U saved me once again lol

[@johnpinniss6949]

Thanks man 👍🏿

[@Nitrokiller244]

Short and sweet thx dude

[@vic2r2k]

I saved money on oil chainge tnx

[@vitaminhead1465]

Yay it worked!!! Magic

[@MikeMDs]

Ha Ha! Glad it helped.

[@think2cre81]

That was very helpful 🙂 thank you . I liked and subscribed

[@MikeMDs]

Awesome, thank you!

[@MikeMDs]

Let me know what kind of content you would like to see.

[@think2cre81]

@@MikeMDs hi Mike, I have 2 mini cooper's the 2007 R56 and 2003 R53 S .... I had just put in a new fuel pump in the R56 and when it started I noticed it had the service light and oil light and low tire light . I found a video on resetting the tire light . Then I found your video on the service light . I watched it about 6 times and felt confident to get it right. Lol I'm 63 years old and I did something wrong but it still worked . I wish I knew now how to reset the date for next service. Because I believe I set it wrong trying to get it go backwards after making it go forward until 10/2027 .... I'm so stupid lol 😆 not even sure how it happened the first time . So I tried again and made it worse . I don't even know if it's possible to go back in time , only forward... if you know if it's Possible I'm all ears 👂 lol I believe if it can be done , you would know how to do it .

[@MikeMDs]

You might of reset the state inspection date light. That is the only one where you can actually manually set the date. If that is the case then it is okay to leave it as is.

[@think2cre81]

@@MikeMDs I did leave it lol 😆 because it is working right now . But I am one of those guys that like everything in order . And I am so disappointed 😞 in myself for making it worse lol 😆 so I am just going to try and forget about it . I still feel it lol 😆 thanks for writing back . The video was so helpful and you did it perfectly. I did not . I knew it looked differently than your video and still went ahead screwing it up . Good job Mike, much respect sir. 🙏

[@kaimcbride]

Wow! Thank you so much. It's off!

[@filemhorror6393]

Tq bro .. info 👍👍🚗

[@cosmicdavid95]

That green though ! Wow!!

[@markhughes6803]

Good video no bs right to point is there anyway way to turn off engine check light permanently the code is for sensor on exuast but car is driving really well not missing and has power don’t want to be put money thanks in advance

[@MikeMDs]

Thank you. You can purchase a generic code reader/clearer to clear the code after fixing the issue. I recommend the creator. It is specific to MINI and is cheap

[@doitmyway9089]

Thanks that been annoying me for years

[@michaelvanna8982]

Ang galing🤩

[@kazzadl]

Thanks very much.

[@1kissmaniagene]

good job buddy!!!

[@MikeMDs]

Thanks!!

[@boosted_marx]

I have a few CC-IDs wondering if theres any answers to these. Scanner says p1782, went further ahead, has another code 2FAA, CF2C, and 5DF3. CC-ID 31 - Engine Problem, Increased Emissions CC-ID 35 - DSC Failed CC-ID 250 - Brake Signal Malfunction, Gears May Be Selected Without Brake CC-ID 354 - Start Assist Inactive CC-ID 371 - Number Plate Light Failure 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible. Recent Service - Timing chain - Spark plugs - New battery - New keyfob Brake light came on after brake job done by a local shop a few months ago and hasn't turned off since. I tried deleting all codes and resetting all services through the cluster and turn signal. All lights came back. Turned it off to put gas at the pump and lights went away. Stopped and turned it off after driving for about 10 mins, turned the engine back on and all lights came back again! Maybe a short somewhere?

[@phillylopez4295]

Thank you, you know I got mini Cooper stereo it's not working I'll already check the fusible everything is good what should I do next

[@MikeMDs]

It's hard to know without seeing it in person.

[@MikeMDs]

Take to a MINI specialist.

[@drox69]

Big help, it work! Thank you

[@CheferDutt]

Helped alot thanks man.

[@PeteRock1]

Hi Mike! I have a 2013 Mini Paceman JCW with the nav. I replaced the pads myself before ever needing replacement as I wanted a better pad so I went with Akebono pads for less dust and there was no need to change any of the sensors as they where still intact (car only has 33k miles).... Several months later a count down for the service brake sensor light came on and now the light is on just like your video. So I followed the instructions above given but it doesn't seem to clear the red rear brake service light. Any suggestion on how to turn it off even though my pads are new and the sensor where never needing replacement? I did the reset but after I turn off the ignition and turn it back on, the red light rear service brake light is still there. Am I doing something wrong? Your help would be greatly appreciated.

[@jlmerlin28]

Thanks

[@MikeMDs]

No problem

[@kevinbell6292]

Thank you! It worked! Now I can do my happy dance!

[@8kris8]

What kind of service need the car usually as the light comes up ?

[@giannimini3293]

thank you my friend for this video 😀✌👍

[@ChoonYang94]

I tried reseting and the mls went negative, took the key out and redo the steps but it is still stuck at negative. Also, i recently serviced my car and the RED car on a lift just popped up, i cant reset that also it just shows up when i turn on the car. Im on a 2010 cooper r56. help will be greatly appreciated!

[@MikeMDs]

It sounds like one of your brake wear sensors are worn through. If you already did brakes then the sensor needs to be replaced, They are one time use only. Then you can reset the service light with this video. Hopes this helps.

[@emersontayten]

Thank you man

[@245thegreat]

Thank you!! Im resetting mine tomorrow! :)

[@M1N1Girl007]

Any idea why my tach and speedometer isn't back lighting on my R56 (2012) Thanks! All back lighting works inside the car, ambient lighting, interior lights etc. The high beams doesn't work if i push them forward either. Please help..thanks. They (the dealership) all worked before we had the wiring done to fix the CanBus. One wire was cut in half, which is why our air conditioning stopped working. It works now after repaired, but our tach and speedometer back lighting stopped working. Any Ideas? Thanks!

[@jrey5676]

Hello mike i just put a new map sensor on my 2007 r56 cam I reset there aswell or need a proper obd? Thank you

[@MikeMDs]

No It needs to be cleared with a code clearing device.

[@petes.6609]

My check engine light just came on when I realized I left the store and I had the handbrake on my manual then 30 seconds later the check engine came on but it's not showing the break check light when I go through the check list. I still can't get it off it's driving me crazy because I baby this car.

[@osobisty8361]

Hello. I have question. In my mini r56 i cant reset back breaks. It shows -400km to change them and i cant reset IT.

[@MikeMDs]

Did you already replace the sensor for the back brakes?

[@osobisty8361]

@@MikeMDs IT was fault od sensor, thanks you very much !

[@djchino774]

You're a life saver 👍

[@carloscruses7338]

Thank you so much bro

[@MikeMDs]

Welcome

[@gustavomarcelo7250]

Any issue if we just leave the Service Alarm? Resetting the alarm will erase any info such as mileage etc?

[@melindahorn161]

I like this 👌

[@KielbasaLeg]

I been trying to reset the service and the oil life service but it not resetting completely. I have an ultragauge plugged into my OBD II port will that stop the computer resetting?

[@ejfearn2717]

I cant get rid of the negateve mileage after resetting it on my 2012 Cooper S R56, ive literally tried everything...any suggestions?

[@MikeMDs]

If it is a brake job you're trying to reset. The sensor must be replaced first. Then it will let you reset that service.

[@Kenziedick2018]

What if after selecting reset ans getting the wee clock up it does not save?

[@QzAMYQz]

Thanks so much for this video! You ROCK 😁

[@73oldsmobile88]

Mine didn’t reset but at the same time I haven’t got it serviced , it’s it cause I need to do the brake service or is it a software issue like you said ?

[@MikeMDs]

If you are trying to reset the brake pad service. The sensor must be replaced before it will allow you to reset it. The other services should reset using the method int he video.

[@73oldsmobile88]

@@MikeMDs oh man ok thank you so it should be the darn sensor huh

[@MikeMDs]

I thank so. You are welcome

[@InkDropCustoms]

Good tip

[@vgnsam8x996]

Cheers mate

[@TJ_775]

2012 mini Cooper r56, tried this ...when I finish and turn off the car and restart it returns. Any advice on where to look ?

[@MikeMDs]

Which service is it?

[@TJ_775]

We changed a rear brake ABS cable, I think it's for the brakes. I have a red exclamation ❗ light on the right side of the rpm meter. When I reset it it says -1100 km !

[@Ronaldo0330]

Yes 💪🙏🏻

[@drdaskalov3036]

I just put a new battery today, and if I start the car after an hour or so, the clock shows --:--, it`s really annoying, please can you help me.

[@MikeMDs]

It could be a bad negative battery terminal. Some models have a built in sensor called an IBS. When they go bad they will reset the clock

[@jrcarson5018]

I did exactly what u told me to and u did aweaome explaining what to do but it will not reset from negative number and ive replaced all the brakes wht am i doin wrong plz help me

[@raylaird1416]

Did you find the issue

[@erickramos2627]

Buena tarde me aparece check engine en Minicooper 2013 1.6lts que puedo hacer solo se queda prendido en el tablero nadamas

[@sahilsoni9646]

Very nice sir

[@MikeMDs]

Happy to help.

[@dandundolo5066]

Tried on my r60 and it won’t work so dunno if mines different but Thankyou

[@hattyeashford2403]

thanks

[@nimfaray5262]

I just replaced a new battery on my 2008 Mini Cooper S... the window on the driver and the passenger side not closing all the way. Help.. 🙏🏽

[@MikeMDs]

HI , The window motors may need to be initialized. Try finding a video on that and see it that solves your issue.

[@MrJoedotmac]

Had the same issue on my '11. When opening the door the window motor will detent down 5mm, then when the door is closed the window closes completely. I had an issue where my window would drop on open, and not move back up upon closing. There is a "reset" that I went through that fixed mine. With the car ignition on, not started, roll down the window, keep holding down on the toggle for 5+ seconds, then roll up the window and once closed keep holding the toggle up for 5+ seconds. Shut off the ignition. Open and close the door the detent feature should now work if the symptom was this mentioned issue without any additional faults.

[@bajonivideos]

Not work for me i can not Breaks fix , i folow the video but wont fix why !? Brake pads Are new three months old any Ideas ?

[@MikeMDs]

Did you already replace the brake wear sensor? It is one time use and must be replaced. Then you can reset the light through the cluster.

[@bajonivideos]

@@MikeMDs sensor not but Car Brake Pads yes maybe 3 monthe ago.. now i have vehicle check RED simbol and BREAK ON DASH ...is there any other option not to change the sensor that if it is dead

[@KNCRKNCR-if9uf]

How come when I reset the pads it just goes negative to -1200 and doesn't work

[@MikeMDs]

The brake pad sensor needs to be replaced. It is one time use only.

[@nancyprice3683]

Just got my car a couple of days ago and the engine lights come on?

[@MikeMDs]

Like the check engine light came on?

[@precool]

Low tire as well?

[@MaidenHell1977]

thank you.

[@6155ish]

Hello, I purchased a paceman s 2015 about 4 months ago. How do I know if the service indicators are correct. I only noticed recently, when I first put the key fob in, start the car, it shows service with a -5000, but I don't recall seeing this when I first purchased the vehicle. I recently had an oil change and I am wondering if the tech set the service information incorrectly, or does the computer on the vehicle automatically reset itself? I did not get an owner's manual with the vehicle,but I downloaded one from online which is a countryman/paceman combo manual. Several features on the paceman are not in the manual, like do I have a factory alarm on the car. When I use the key fob to lock the car, I don't hear the little beep sound when most people hear when they remotely lock their vehicle, that's one thing. Another thing is there's like a little rectangular, red color, I think liight on top of the tachometer and I have no idea what its for, it doesn't light up and i'm not sure whether it is a light or not. There is also what appears to look like a camera lens on the backside of the rear view mirror but i'm not sure what it's for either, I thought maybe it was the garage door opener feature, but there are no buttons on the mirror anywhere to activate!!! , that's just a few of my unknowns, can you help?

[@MikeMDs]

Hi there. It'l be easier to talk. Can you call my shop tomorrow? Ask for Mike, and say you are Theresa from youtube. [phone]

[@KNCRKNCR-if9uf]

Someone help is that cuz the sensors bad. It didn't look damaged? The brake light is still on the dash tho

[@MikeMDs]

The sensor probably needs to be replaced. Try it and then reset the light based on this video.

[@huntedone4314]

I have a 2007 and nothing shown here seem to be working any idea as to why?

[@MikeMDs]

What service are you trying to reset?

[@Isaac-iv3sj]

Thank yoh

[@MikeMDs]

You're welcome

[@Charkatak]

What about 2016 cooper s?

[@dynoesaur]

What year and model is that mini

[@jrcarson5018]

I did everythg except replace the brake senserses on the pad but they was wore out or snythg do it still hve to replace thm everytime do brakes

[@MikeMDs]

The brake sensor needs to be replaced before it will let you reset the light. It is a one time use item.

[@jrcarson5018]

@@MikeMDs man u r awesome ive been fighting for a weak with ths dang thing thk u brother u r awesome

[@JordanDeLarge]

These instructions just give me the VIN

[@johnbrandon1658]

That happened with me also. - follow the instructions but start the engine at the beginning and it goes through as shown. Hope this helps

[@m2dat791]

Mine won't turn off? Please help. The vehicle check light comes up red on the rev counter. I've reset but it stills comes up in red? Can't reset the front brakes light, stays red even after reset

[@MikeMDs]

Make sure you replaced the brake wear sensor as it is one time use only. Then you can reset through the cluster

[@m2dat791]

@@MikeMDs thanks for replying. I will do this when I change discs and pads to see if it rectifys the issue.