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!

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Charging System Trouble Indicator SymbolCharge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Trouble IndicatorBrake trouble indicators -- click for moreBrake Trouble Indicator Canada
Park Brake IndicatorPark brake indicator -- click for more
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning lights -- click for moreLow Oil Level Symbol
Temperature Warning Light SymbolEngine temperature indicator -- click for more
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Security Lock IndicatorSecurity indicator -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor ajar indicators -- click for moreIgnition on driver door open indicator
Service interval nearService interval due or past -- click for moreService interval exceeded
Amber Master Warning Light SymbolCheck control message -- click for more
Step on the brake indicatorShift or start lock indicator -- click for more
Roll away potential indicator -- click for more
Service needed indicatorMaintenance required indicator -- click for more
Check engine lightEngine malfunction indicator -- click for moreMalfunction Indicator Light
EML IndicatorEngine electronics malfunction indicator -- click for more
Drivetrain Trouble IndicatorTransmission or drivetrain trouble indicator -- click for more
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission oil temperature indicator -- click for more
Key battery indicatorKey fob malfunction or low battery indicators -- click for moreKey not found indicator
Brake Pad Wear Warning SymbolLow brake pad indicator -- click for more
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system fault indicators -- click for moreABS 4x4 indicatorABS Trouble Indicator US
Electronic Brake Force Distribution IndicatorElectronic brake force distribution indicator -- click for more
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
Low Coolant IndicatorLow coolant warning indicator -- click for more
Close gas cap indicatorCheck gas cap indicator -- click for moreCheck Gas Cap Indicator
Stacility controlStability control indicator -- click for more
Dynamic Stability Control IndicatorDynamic stability control indicators -- click for moreDSC 4x4 failed indicator
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for more
Dynamic Traction Control IndicatorDynamic traction control indicator -- click for more
Steering trouble warningSteerng trouble indicator -- click for moreSteering Trouble Indicator
Frost warningFrost warning indicator -- click for more
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicator -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Automatic Hold IndicatorAutomatic brake hold indicator -- click for more
MDM IndicatorMDM Indicator -- click for more
Lane Departure SymbolLane keeping indicators -- click for moreLane Departure Warning
Collision warning 2Collision warning indicator -- click for moreFront End Collision Warning IndicatorVehicle detected indicator
Pedestrian Warning Symbol 2Pedestrian detected indicator -- click for morePedestrian Warning Symbol 1
Active Cruise Control SymbolAdaptive cruise control indicators -- click for moreActive cruise control
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicator -- click for more
Parking Assistance SymbolPark distance control -- click for morePark assist failure
Convertible failure indicatorConvertible top indicators -- click for moreConvertible top lock indicatorConvertible top speed indicator
Acoustic protection offAcoustic pedestrian protection system off -- click for more
Headlamp outLamp out indicator -- click for more
Fog Lamp Indicator SymbolFog lamps activated-- click for more
High-beam Assistant IndicatorAutomatic high beam indicator -- click for more
Tail Light Indicator CanadaPark lamps on indicator -- click for more
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh 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.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

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