Mini Paceman Engine Troubles

That's a tricky one. I had a similar issue with my old Opel Astra, although the symptoms weren't exactly the same. Mine would sometimes crank but not start, other times it would start and then die immediately. I'm no expert, but have you checked the basics like the battery terminals and the starter motor relay? It might be something simple. Could also be a faulty crankshaft position sensor. That can cause all sorts of weird engine start problems.

That's a tricky one. I had a similar issue with my old Opel Astra, although the symptoms weren't exactly the same. Mine would sometimes crank but not start, other times it would start and then die immediately. I'm no expert, but have you checked the basics like the battery terminals and the starter motor relay? It might be something simple. Could also be a faulty crankshaft position sensor. That can cause all sorts of weird engine start problems.

That's a tricky one. I had a similar issue with my old Opel Astra, although the symptoms weren't exactly the same. Mine would sometimes crank but not start, other times it would start and then die immediately. I'm no expert, but have you checked the basics like the battery terminals and the starter motor relay? It might be something simple. Could also be a faulty crankshaft position sensor. That can cause all sorts of weird engine start problems.

Interesting, thanks for the reply. When you say "starter motor relay", where exactly is that located, and how would I go about testing it? Also, did your Opel exhibit any rough running after it started, or was it purely a starting issue? Trying to narrow down possibilities here. I know about the car ignition system but some clarifications would be helpful.

Interesting, thanks for the reply. When you say "starter motor relay", where exactly is that located, and how would I go about testing it? Also, did your Opel exhibit any rough running after it started, or was it purely a starting issue? Trying to narrow down possibilities here. I know about the car ignition system but some clarifications would be helpful.

Interesting, thanks for the reply. When you say "starter motor relay", where exactly is that located, and how would I go about testing it? Also, did your Opel exhibit any rough running after it started, or was it purely a starting issue? Trying to narrow down possibilities here. I know about the car ignition system but some clarifications would be helpful.

Okay, so the starter motor relay is usually in the fuse box, often under the hood. The owner's manual should have a diagram showing its location. As for testing, you can try swapping it with another identical relay in the fuse box (like the horn relay) to see if that fixes the problem. If the horn doesn't work, but the car starts, then you know the relay is bad. In my case, the Opel only had starting issues, no rough running. Given your Mini's symptoms, it really does sound like an ignition problem. I'd recommend taking it to a reputable workshop; they'll be able to diagnose it properly.

Okay, so the starter motor relay is usually in the fuse box, often under the hood. The owner's manual should have a diagram showing its location. As for testing, you can try swapping it with another identical relay in the fuse box (like the horn relay) to see if that fixes the problem. If the horn doesn't work, but the car starts, then you know the relay is bad. In my case, the Opel only had starting issues, no rough running. Given your Mini's symptoms, it really does sound like an ignition problem. I'd recommend taking it to a reputable workshop; they'll be able to diagnose it properly.

Okay, so the starter motor relay is usually in the fuse box, often under the hood. The owner's manual should have a diagram showing its location. As for testing, you can try swapping it with another identical relay in the fuse box (like the horn relay) to see if that fixes the problem. If the horn doesn't work, but the car starts, then you know the relay is bad. In my case, the Opel only had starting issues, no rough running. Given your Mini's symptoms, it really does sound like an ignition problem. I'd recommend taking it to a reputable workshop; they'll be able to diagnose it properly.

Update for anyone who might stumble across this thread with a similar issue. Took it to the shop. Turns out it was just a defective fuse related to the ignition system. Replaced it, and she's purring like a kitten again. Cost me 52€ for the fuse and labor. Thanks for the input, I appreciate it!

Update for anyone who might stumble across this thread with a similar issue. Took it to the shop. Turns out it was just a defective fuse related to the ignition system. Replaced it, and she's purring like a kitten again. Cost me 52€ for the fuse and labor. Thanks for the input, I appreciate it!

Update for anyone who might stumble across this thread with a similar issue. Took it to the shop. Turns out it was just a defective fuse related to the ignition system. Replaced it, and she's purring like a kitten again. Cost me 52€ for the fuse and labor. Thanks for the input, I appreciate it!