RoSchm
Mini Countryman diesel problems again and again the starter does not work
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Summary of the thread
The 2010 Mini Countryman Diesel is experiencing issues such as longer cold start times, the engine sometimes not starting, strange engine noises, a weak battery when starting, fluctuating lights, and a warning light in the speedometer. These problems could be due to a defective control unit caused by a broken alternator, as experienced by another Mini owner. The recommended solution is to have the vehicle checked by a workshop specializing in Minis and BMWs to accurately identify and rectify all sources of error.
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RoSchm (community.author)
Hi, thanks for the reply! Do you remember how much you paid for the repair? Have there been any further problems since then or did everything run smoothly again afterwards? Best regards
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MarWa87
Hey, I'm glad I could help you! After going to a specialist mechanic, they fixed the fault for me. The problem of the engine sometimes not starting (engine start possibly not possible) was solved simply by them determining that it was a consequential fault with the vehicle electrics. Fortunately, the mechanic was accommodating and the repair cost me €0 because only a small thing had to be reconfigured. Since then, the car has been running perfectly again and I've had no further problems! So I can definitely recommend that you visit a special workshop for Minis and BMWs, they usually know these problems very well. Best wishes and good luck!
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RoSchm (community.author)
Hello, thank you for your quick reply and the helpful information! It reassures me a little to know that such problems don't necessarily have to be extremely expensive. I will definitely look for a specialized workshop and hope that they are as accommodating as you are. I'll keep you posted on how things progress! Best regards
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DeeKay
Hello RoSchm, Which indicator light flashes when you start the car? Have you ever used the adapter to read out what entries it writes? There could be several problems and these are also understandably expensive. Greetings Daniel
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MarWa87
Hello, I had similar problems with my 2012 Mini Cooper S. The symptoms also occurred, especially the longer cold start time and the flickering light. In my case, it turned out that the fault was due to a defect in the control unit, which in turn was caused by a broken alternator. The alternator had to be replaced in the workshop and the control unit reconfigured. It was a serious matter, as subsequent electronic faults in the vehicle's electrical system can often lead to further problems in stages. I recommend having the vehicle checked in a workshop that specializes in Minis and BMWs to make sure that all sources of error are precisely identified and rectified. All the best and good luck! Best regards,
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