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matt21 · Sep 29th, 2005, 01:29 PM

Broke my car yesterday!

Its ok now tho

Got to a roundabout and on the exit gave it a bit of a boot up the hill, (no that fast tho) and the traction control light flickered like normal. Then it can on permamently, together with the tyre pressure light and ABS warning light. Drove slow for a while and wouldnt go off so at the next junction turned the engine off. But then it wouldnt restart!

It made a very painful noise but wouldnt start.

There i was at the junction at car wouldnt start! However tried again a few seconds later and all seemed ok

anyone know what happened and whether it may happen again. Cheers

MINI-Morgan · Sep 29th, 2005, 04:32 PM

Not good Matt

Ask Jon about his car.... he's had the same lights i believe. Maybe Traction control sensor or something.

Martin L · Sep 29th, 2005, 05:25 PM

It's the steering angle sensor that needs changing.
Do a search and you'll find the relevant threads

matt21 · Sep 29th, 2005, 05:35 PM

thanks for your helps

is this something i should get sorted straight away or should i wait until it happens again...

thanks again and off to have a search

MINI-Morgan · Sep 29th, 2005, 06:29 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Matt18

thanks for your helps

is this something i should get sorted straight away or should i wait until it happens again...

thanks again and off to have a search

Take it to the dealers now! Have you had a recall notice?? I've had one for my old MCS saying exactly what happened.....well the lights all came on. They say that the Harness can rub on the chassis basically and finally cause a short in the ABS/ASC/DSC! Shame they didnt realise I dont have my car no more

Sort of a kick in the teeth.

matt21 · Sep 29th, 2005, 06:32 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by BOYR4CER

Take it to the dealers now! Have you had a recall notice?? I've had one for my old MCS saying exactly what happened.....well the lights all came on. They say that the Harness can rub on the chassis basically and finally cause a short in the ABS/ASC/DSC! Shame they didnt realise I dont have my car no more

Sort of a kick in the teeth.

thanks mate

im worried now!

MINI-Morgan · Sep 29th, 2005, 06:37 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Matt18

thanks mate

im worried now!

LOL..... I wouldnt worry too much... warranty will fix all.

matt21 · Sep 29th, 2005, 06:41 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by BOYR4CER

LOL..... I wouldnt worry too much... warranty will fix all.

yeah but if it breaks before

just a pain getting it booked in

anyway ill baffle them with my new found knowledge tomorrow and demand why i havent got a recall letter

MINI-Morgan · Sep 29th, 2005, 06:58 PM

Well ask them....have a look at it and mention the recall on the wiring harness thats effecting the ABS/ASC/DSC systems.

matt21 · Sep 30th, 2005, 11:14 AM

just a quickie......

as this happened once in theory will it happen again and if it is a software upgrade and i have it done will it delete my superchip

cheers

MINI-Morgan · Sep 30th, 2005, 12:14 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Matt18

just a quickie......

as this happened once in theory will it happen again and if it is a software upgrade and i have it done will it delete my superchip

cheers

God know....one way to find out. But if you do get the latest ecu update it will wipe the superchip maps. You can ask BMW not to touch the ECU.... its your property at the end of the day.

matt21 · Sep 30th, 2005, 12:31 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by BOYR4CER

God know....one way to find out. But if you do get the latest ecu update it will wipe the superchip maps. You can ask BMW not to touch the ECU.... its your property at the end of the day.

hmm looks like ill have to risk it.....

minicabrio · Sep 30th, 2005, 12:44 PM

Hiya Matt.....

Yep this happened to me, it was actaully one of the four ABS sensors. Its actually the ABS sensors that also control the traction control etc.

Now the fault has happened, there will be a fault logged in the cars computer. If you take it in, they will be able to see the fault and and fault code and make an instant diagnosis. Its a quick job to change, but they may need to order a part in.

Meanwhile, its fine to carry on, just leave plenty of braking room at all times.

They shouldn't touch your superchip for this, it will literaaly be a part replacement and then a clearing of the fault logs.

Hope that helps.

Jon

matt21 · Sep 30th, 2005, 12:55 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by minicabrio-uk

Hiya Matt.....

Yep this happened to me, it was actaully one of the four ABS sensors. Its actually the ABS sensors that also control the traction control etc.

Now the fault has happened, there will be a fault logged in the cars computer. If you take it in, they will be able to see the fault and and fault code and make an instant diagnosis. Its a quick job to change, but they may need to order a part in.

Meanwhile, its fine to carry on, just leave plenty of braking room at all times.

They shouldn't touch your superchip for this, it will literaaly be a part replacement and then a clearing of the fault logs.

Hope that helps.

Jon

cheers mate i will get it there when i can just going to uni in 2 days means its very difficult to get it there then have it back

pecks1981 · Sep 30th, 2005, 02:28 PM

I had that happen yesterday just when I drove out of my driveway - the DSC and the Tyre Light both came on. I rung BMW and they sent out a recovery man who said I needed to go to the dealers today - and that it was safe to drive but reminded me that the DSC was turned off. He checked all the tyres and they were all ok, and the lights stayed on.

So off I went to the dealers this morning - just got onto the M27 and what happens - the bloody lights turn off!!

I got to SNOWS in Portsmouth and they put it on there computer thing and said all seemed ok and that the car has sorted itself out!!?? But to keep an eye on it!! How typical is that!!

Well my fingers are crossed - we will see what happens!

Sam

MINI-Morgan · Sep 30th, 2005, 02:32 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by pecks1981

I had that happen yesterday just when I drove out of my driveway - the DSC and the Tyre Light both came on. I rung BMW and they sent out a recovery man who said I needed to go to the dealers today - and that it was safe to drive but reminded me that the DSC was turned off. He checked all the tyres and they were all ok, and the lights stayed on.

So off I went to the dealers this morning - just got onto the M27 and what happens - the bloody lights turn off!!

I got to SNOWS in Portsmouth and they put it on there computer thing and said all seemed ok and that the car has sorted itself out!!?? But to keep an eye on it!! How typical is that!!

Well my fingers are crossed - we will see what happens!

Sam

Ohhhhh, a local! Hello! Make sure you sign up to South Coast New Mini Club....SCNM and come on a run soon.

matt21 · Sep 30th, 2005, 07:23 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by pecks1981

I had that happen yesterday just when I drove out of my driveway - the DSC and the Tyre Light both came on. I rung BMW and they sent out a recovery man who said I needed to go to the dealers today - and that it was safe to drive but reminded me that the DSC was turned off. He checked all the tyres and they were all ok, and the lights stayed on.

So off I went to the dealers this morning - just got onto the M27 and what happens - the bloody lights turn off!!

I got to SNOWS in Portsmouth and they put it on there computer thing and said all seemed ok and that the car has sorted itself out!!?? But to keep an eye on it!! How typical is that!!

Well my fingers are crossed - we will see what happens!

Sam

yeah mine seems to have sorted itself out too.

got the traction control and ABS working today and both seemed to work fine although now my electric window wont open

ill keep an eye on it tho

Sep 29th, 2005, 01:29 PM	#1
matt21 Now with S power! My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rugby/Loughborough Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 23,899 Offline	Broke my car yesterday! All ok now tho ;) Broke my car yesterday! Its ok now tho Got to a roundabout and on the exit gave it a bit of a boot up the hill, (no that fast tho) and the traction control light flickered like normal. Then it can on permamently, together with the tyre pressure light and ABS warning light. Drove slow for a while and wouldnt go off so at the next junction turned the engine off. But then it wouldnt restart! It made a very painful noise but wouldnt start. There i was at the junction at car wouldnt start! However tried again a few seconds later and all seemed ok anyone know what happened and whether it may happen again. Cheers

Sep 29th, 2005, 04:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
MINI-Morgan MINI Obsessed... My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southampton, Hants Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 4,712 Offline	Not good Matt Ask Jon about his car.... he's had the same lights i believe. Maybe Traction control sensor or something. One Man, One Project......find out what happens next at MINIProject.co.uk For MINIs in the south it can only be South Coast New MINI Club

Sep 29th, 2005, 05:25 PM	#3 (permalink)
Martin L MINI defector Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Harefield Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 13,675 Offline	It's the steering angle sensor that needs changing. Do a search and you'll find the relevant threads MINI, RX8 and MX5 - Done those............. It's now TTime Unofficial MINI2.com bean counter

Sep 29th, 2005, 06:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
MINI-Morgan MINI Obsessed... My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southampton, Hants Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 4,712 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Matt18 thanks for your helps is this something i should get sorted straight away or should i wait until it happens again... thanks again and off to have a search Take it to the dealers now! Have you had a recall notice?? I've had one for my old MCS saying exactly what happened.....well the lights all came on. They say that the Harness can rub on the chassis basically and finally cause a short in the ABS/ASC/DSC! Shame they didnt realise I dont have my car no more Sort of a kick in the teeth. One Man, One Project......find out what happens next at MINIProject.co.uk For MINIs in the south it can only be South Coast New MINI Club

Sep 29th, 2005, 06:37 PM	#7 (permalink)
MINI-Morgan MINI Obsessed... My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southampton, Hants Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 4,712 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Matt18 thanks mate im worried now! LOL..... I wouldnt worry too much... warranty will fix all. One Man, One Project......find out what happens next at MINIProject.co.uk For MINIs in the south it can only be South Coast New MINI Club

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Sep 29th, 2005, 05:35 PM	#4 (permalink)
matt21 Now with S power! My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rugby/Loughborough Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 23,899 Offline	thanks for your helps is this something i should get sorted straight away or should i wait until it happens again... thanks again and off to have a search

Sep 29th, 2005, 06:32 PM	#6 (permalink)
matt21 Now with S power! My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rugby/Loughborough Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 23,899 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by BOYR4CER Take it to the dealers now! Have you had a recall notice?? I've had one for my old MCS saying exactly what happened.....well the lights all came on. They say that the Harness can rub on the chassis basically and finally cause a short in the ABS/ASC/DSC! Shame they didnt realise I dont have my car no more Sort of a kick in the teeth. thanks mate im worried now!

Sep 29th, 2005, 06:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
matt21 Now with S power! My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rugby/Loughborough Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 23,899 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by BOYR4CER LOL..... I wouldnt worry too much... warranty will fix all. yeah but if it breaks before just a pain getting it booked in anyway ill baffle them with my new found knowledge tomorrow and demand why i havent got a recall letter

Sep 29th, 2005, 06:58 PM	#9 (permalink)
MINI-Morgan MINI Obsessed... My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southampton, Hants Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 4,712 Offline	Well ask them....have a look at it and mention the recall on the wiring harness thats effecting the ABS/ASC/DSC systems. One Man, One Project......find out what happens next at MINIProject.co.uk For MINIs in the south it can only be South Coast New MINI Club

Sep 30th, 2005, 11:14 AM	#10 (permalink)
matt21 Now with S power! My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rugby/Loughborough Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 23,899 Offline	just a quickie...... as this happened once in theory will it happen again and if it is a software upgrade and i have it done will it delete my superchip cheers

Sep 30th, 2005, 12:14 PM	#11 (permalink)
MINI-Morgan MINI Obsessed... My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southampton, Hants Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 4,712 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Matt18 just a quickie...... as this happened once in theory will it happen again and if it is a software upgrade and i have it done will it delete my superchip cheers God know....one way to find out. But if you do get the latest ecu update it will wipe the superchip maps. You can ask BMW not to touch the ECU.... its your property at the end of the day. One Man, One Project......find out what happens next at MINIProject.co.uk For MINIs in the south it can only be South Coast New MINI Club

Sep 30th, 2005, 12:31 PM	#12 (permalink)
matt21 Now with S power! My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rugby/Loughborough Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 23,899 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by BOYR4CER God know....one way to find out. But if you do get the latest ecu update it will wipe the superchip maps. You can ask BMW not to touch the ECU.... its your property at the end of the day. hmm looks like ill have to risk it.....

Sep 30th, 2005, 12:44 PM	#13 (permalink)
minicabrio IJ 2009 - Team 50 Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hampshire Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 16,212 Offline	Hiya Matt..... Yep this happened to me, it was actaully one of the four ABS sensors. Its actually the ABS sensors that also control the traction control etc. Now the fault has happened, there will be a fault logged in the cars computer. If you take it in, they will be able to see the fault and and fault code and make an instant diagnosis. Its a quick job to change, but they may need to order a part in. Meanwhile, its fine to carry on, just leave plenty of braking room at all times. They shouldn't touch your superchip for this, it will literaaly be a part replacement and then a clearing of the fault logs. Hope that helps. Jon Italian Job 2009 - Jon & Wiz - Team 50!!

Sep 30th, 2005, 12:55 PM	#14 (permalink)
matt21 Now with S power! My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rugby/Loughborough Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 23,899 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by minicabrio-uk Hiya Matt..... Yep this happened to me, it was actaully one of the four ABS sensors. Its actually the ABS sensors that also control the traction control etc. Now the fault has happened, there will be a fault logged in the cars computer. If you take it in, they will be able to see the fault and and fault code and make an instant diagnosis. Its a quick job to change, but they may need to order a part in. Meanwhile, its fine to carry on, just leave plenty of braking room at all times. They shouldn't touch your superchip for this, it will literaaly be a part replacement and then a clearing of the fault logs. Hope that helps. Jon cheers mate i will get it there when i can just going to uni in 2 days means its very difficult to get it there then have it back

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Sep 30th, 2005, 02:28 PM	#15 (permalink)
pecks1981 Elec Blue MCS Join Date: Jan 2005 Local Time: 08:06 PM Posts: 23 Offline	How Spooky I had that happen yesterday just when I drove out of my driveway - the DSC and the Tyre Light both came on. I rung BMW and they sent out a recovery man who said I needed to go to the dealers today - and that it was safe to drive but reminded me that the DSC was turned off. He checked all the tyres and they were all ok, and the lights stayed on. So off I went to the dealers this morning - just got onto the M27 and what happens - the bloody lights turn off!! I got to SNOWS in Portsmouth and they put it on there computer thing and said all seemed ok and that the car has sorted itself out!!?? But to keep an eye on it!! How typical is that!! Well my fingers are crossed - we will see what happens! Sam

Sep 30th, 2005, 02:32 PM	#16 (permalink)
MINI-Morgan MINI Obsessed... My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southampton, Hants Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 4,712 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by pecks1981 I had that happen yesterday just when I drove out of my driveway - the DSC and the Tyre Light both came on. I rung BMW and they sent out a recovery man who said I needed to go to the dealers today - and that it was safe to drive but reminded me that the DSC was turned off. He checked all the tyres and they were all ok, and the lights stayed on. So off I went to the dealers this morning - just got onto the M27 and what happens - the bloody lights turn off!! I got to SNOWS in Portsmouth and they put it on there computer thing and said all seemed ok and that the car has sorted itself out!!?? But to keep an eye on it!! How typical is that!! Well my fingers are crossed - we will see what happens! Sam Ohhhhh, a local! Hello! Make sure you sign up to South Coast New Mini Club....SCNM and come on a run soon. One Man, One Project......find out what happens next at MINIProject.co.uk For MINIs in the south it can only be South Coast New MINI Club

Sep 30th, 2005, 07:23 PM	#17 (permalink)
matt21 Now with S power! My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rugby/Loughborough Local Time: 07:06 PM Posts: 23,899 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by pecks1981 I had that happen yesterday just when I drove out of my driveway - the DSC and the Tyre Light both came on. I rung BMW and they sent out a recovery man who said I needed to go to the dealers today - and that it was safe to drive but reminded me that the DSC was turned off. He checked all the tyres and they were all ok, and the lights stayed on. So off I went to the dealers this morning - just got onto the M27 and what happens - the bloody lights turn off!! I got to SNOWS in Portsmouth and they put it on there computer thing and said all seemed ok and that the car has sorted itself out!!?? But to keep an eye on it!! How typical is that!! Well my fingers are crossed - we will see what happens! Sam yeah mine seems to have sorted itself out too. got the traction control and ABS working today and both seemed to work fine although now my electric window wont open ill keep an eye on it tho

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