Cooper (R56) L4-1.6L (N12) (2008)
Technical Service Bulletin # M180109
Date: 090401
Recall 09E-A01 - Catalytic Converter Replacement
SI M 18 01 09
Exhaust Systems
April 2009
Technical Service
PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE
IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS.
SUBJECT
Voluntary Emissions Recall 09E-A01: R55 and R56 N12 - Catalytic Converter Replacement
MODEL
R55 Cooper Clubman and R56 Cooper with N12 engine
Vehicles produced from the start of production up to February 11th, 2008
SITUATION
Due to a failure in the production process, the catalytic converter may deteriorate, causing an increased level of vehicle emissions. The catalyst efficiency
fault code (276A) will be stored in the DME memory, and the Service Engine Soon lamp will be illuminated.
Vehicle drivability is not affected by this type of the catalyst failure.
In order to remedy this situation, MINI is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign to inspect and replace the catalytic converter on all
affected vehicles (if needed).
A copy of the customer letter is shown in this bulletin.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
This Recall Campaign involves MY 2007 and a partial production of MY 2008 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper Clubman vehicles with the N12 engine,
which were manufactured from Series introduction up to 02/11/2008.
In order to determine whether a specific vehicle is affected by this Service Action, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of DCSnet (Dealer
Communication System) or the Key Reader. Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action.
The chassis number ranges shown above are only for informational purposes, and are not to be considered the only deciding factor.
PROCEDURE
On all affected vehicles, inspect and replace, if needed, the catalytic converter as per the procedure below.
1. In order to gain access to the exhaust manifold/catalytic converter, move the complete front end body panel into the assembly position (refer to RA41
33 600 for the removal instruction).
Note: