Mini Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Mini Symbols

So, what is that light on your dashboard? What follows is easily the most complete list available of symbols and warnings that may appear in and on your car’s dashboard or instrument cluster.

The following are warning lights and indicators found in vehicles built by Mini. Click the link to the right of each one to learn more.

How They Are Presented

They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray), but there are nearly 70 of them so be patient!

	Charge system trouble indicator -- click for more
	Brake trouble indicators -- click for more
	Park brake indicator -- click for more
	Oil warning lights -- click for more
	Engine temperature indicator -- click for more
	Seat belt reminder -- click for more
	Air bag warning indicator -- click for more
	Security indicator -- click for more
	Door ajar indicators -- click for more
	Service interval due or past -- click for more
	Check control message -- click for more
	Shift or start lock indicator -- click for more
	Roll away potential indicator -- click for more
	Maintenance required indicator -- click for more
	Engine malfunction indicator -- click for more
	Engine electronics malfunction indicator -- click for more
	Transmission or drivetrain trouble indicator -- click for more
	Transmission oil temperature indicator -- click for more
	Key fob malfunction or low battery indicators -- click for more
	Low brake pad indicator -- click for more
	Anti-lock brake system fault indicators -- click for more
	Electronic brake force distribution indicator -- click for more
	Tire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
	Low coolant warning indicator -- click for more
	Check gas cap indicator -- click for more
	Stability control indicator -- click for more
	Dynamic stability control indicators -- click for more
	Stability control off indicator -- click for more
	Dynamic traction control indicator -- click for more
	Steerng trouble indicator -- click for more
	Frost warning indicator -- click for more
	Low fuel indicator -- click for more
	Low washer fluid indicator -- click for more
	Automatic brake hold indicator -- click for more
	MDM Indicator -- click for more
	Lane keeping indicators -- click for more
	Collision warning indicator -- click for more
	Pedestrian detected indicator -- click for more
	Adaptive cruise control indicators -- click for more
	Cruise control indicator -- click for more
	Park distance control -- click for more
	Convertible top indicators -- click for more
	Acoustic pedestrian protection system off -- click for more
	Lamp out indicator -- click for more
	Fog lamps activated-- click for more
	Automatic high beam indicator -- click for more
	Park lamps on indicator -- click for more
	Turn signal indicator -- click for more
	High beam indicator -- click for more

Models examined include the Hardtop 2 Dr., Hardtop 4 Dr., Countryman, Clubman, Convertible, Paceman, Coupe, Roadster, and John Cooper Works GP.

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

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