Thank you really appreciate itThe traction control light staying on in your R53 could be an indication of a problem with the traction control system or related components. There could be several potential causes for this issue, and it's recommended to have the car diagnosed by a qualified mechanic or MINI specialist to determine the exact source of the problem. However, I can provide some general information about possible causes:
1. Faulty wheel speed sensor: The traction control system relies on wheel speed sensors to monitor the rotational speed of each wheel. If one of the sensors is faulty or malfunctioning, it can trigger the traction control light to stay on.
2. ABS module malfunction: The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) module is responsible for controlling the traction control system. If the module develops a fault or experiences a malfunction, it can cause the traction control light to illuminate continuously.
3. Wiring or connection issues: Loose or damaged wiring connections to the traction control system components, such as the wheel speed sensors or ABS module, can also lead to the traction control light staying on.
Regarding the lumpy starting issue, it could be unrelated to the traction control light, but it's worth mentioning to the mechanic when you have your car inspected. The lumpy starting could be caused by a variety of factors, including a faulty MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor, fuel delivery issues, ignition system problems, or other engine-related issues. The mechanic will be able to perform further diagnostics to identify the exact cause.
To ensure an accurate diagnosis and proper repair, it's best to have your car inspected by a professional with experience in MINI vehicles. They will have the necessary tools and expertise to diagnose the specific issues and provide appropriate solutions.
Regards;
David Johnson.
R53 traction control light staying on no matter what i do
Got a 54 plate R53 , the traction control light will stay on no matter what I do , stays on asoon as car is started , car was left for over a week while I was on holiday and it still stays on. The car is abit lumpy to when starting takes 3 seconds of the starter before it fires up, could the map sensor be to fault or something else?
Have got videos of it stating.
TIA
Have got videos of it stating.
TIA
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Thank you really appreciate it
if it's on on it's own it's not necessarily in the traction or abs system, it serves as an EML, so can be MAP, coil, or cam sensor and perhaps cam timing, sometimes with EML and other times not, if it stalls a bit, runs slow, manifold glows, underpowered, engine noisy or has been, it's worth checking cam timing imo, it might have jumped, can happen if front guide is breaking up for example
God this makes nervous I've had the car for 4 months and on month two I replaced the timing chain tensinor and that sorted the noise out worried it may be timing , it feels fast but I don't think I'd notice if it was slower than it should be as I havnt had it long, think I may need to take valve cover off and check the guides can you see the timing chain postio from just taking the valve cover off. Occasionally too at traffic lights or at a stand still it will run like it has an insane cam in it give it a blip of throttle and it sorts it outif it's on on it's own it's not necessarily in the traction or abs system, it serves as an EML, so can be MAP, coil, or cam sensor and perhaps cam timing, sometimes with EML and other times not, if it stalls a bit, runs slow, manifold glows, underpowered, engine noisy or has been, it's worth checking cam timing imo, it might have jumped, can happen if front guide is breaking up for example
maybe get it scanned for some direction?
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