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Mini Clubman diesel incorrect fuel composition error

Hello, I am a bit desperate. My 2008 Mini Clubman diesel is showing a 'incorrect fuel composition' error. The check engine light is on, and the engine stalls at idle sometimes. I had the error memory read, and it says the cable or plug connection of the component could be defective. Has anyone experienced something similar? Any suggestions?

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AndiBee

I also own a Mini Clubman diesel. A similar thing happened to me a while back. Engine light, stalling... turned out to be something with the fuel system. Have you checked your fuel filter recently? Also, what about fuel quality? Bad fuel can cause havoc. Are you using any fuel additives?

AndiBee

I also own a Mini Clubman diesel. A similar thing happened to me a while back. Engine light, stalling... turned out to be something with the fuel system. Have you checked your fuel filter recently? Also, what about fuel quality? Bad fuel can cause havoc. Are you using any fuel additives?

AndiBee

I also own a Mini Clubman diesel. A similar thing happened to me a while back. Engine light, stalling... turned out to be something with the fuel system. Have you checked your fuel filter recently? Also, what about fuel quality? Bad fuel can cause havoc. Are you using any fuel additives?

emilklein4 (Author)

Thanks for your quick reply! I haven't checked the fuel filter, no. And the fuel quality... well, I always try to get it from reputable stations, but who knows, right? As for fuel additives, no, I don't use any. Could you be a bit more specific about what exactly was the problem with your car? Maybe it's the same issue.

emilklein4 (Author)

Thanks for your quick reply! I haven't checked the fuel filter, no. And the fuel quality... well, I always try to get it from reputable stations, but who knows, right? As for fuel additives, no, I don't use any. Could you be a bit more specific about what exactly was the problem with your car? Maybe it's the same issue.

emilklein4 (Author)

Thanks for your quick reply! I haven't checked the fuel filter, no. And the fuel quality... well, I always try to get it from reputable stations, but who knows, right? As for fuel additives, no, I don't use any. Could you be a bit more specific about what exactly was the problem with your car? Maybe it's the same issue.

AndiBee

Okay, so, with mine, the symptoms sound very similar. After some back and forth, the workshop found a faulty connection in the fuel system. It could be several things causing it, so maybe it is best if you have it checked out.

AndiBee

Okay, so, with mine, the symptoms sound very similar. After some back and forth, the workshop found a faulty connection in the fuel system. It could be several things causing it, so maybe it is best if you have it checked out.

AndiBee

Okay, so, with mine, the symptoms sound very similar. After some back and forth, the workshop found a faulty connection in the fuel system. It could be several things causing it, so maybe it is best if you have it checked out.

emilklein4 (Author)

Just wanted to update you: It was indeed a defective plug connection. The error memory was read, the connection repaired and the error deleted. Everything works fine now and the total cost was 95€. Thanks again for your help!

emilklein4 (Author)

Just wanted to update you: It was indeed a defective plug connection. The error memory was read, the connection repaired and the error deleted. Everything works fine now and the total cost was 95€. Thanks again for your help!

emilklein4 (Author)

Just wanted to update you: It was indeed a defective plug connection. The error memory was read, the connection repaired and the error deleted. Everything works fine now and the total cost was 95€. Thanks again for your help!

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