BMW Mini series Owner's Handbook Manual page 177

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If indicator light 1 is flashing:
Engine fault under high load. High
engine load will result in damage to
the catalytic converter
If indicator light 1 is lit:
Engine malfunction with degradation
of the emissions
Shows red:
Engine overheating
Shows yellow:
Engine too hot
Shows red:
Battery is no longer being charged.
Alternator fault
Shows yellow:
Battery charge level very low, battery
aged or not securely connected
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Indicator and warning lights
Cause
MOBILITY
What to do
You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the vehicle
checked without delay.
You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the car checked as
soon as possible.
Exercising due care, bring the car to a
stop, switch off the engine and allow it
to cool down. Do not open the engine
compartment lid, as there would be a
risk of injury by scalding. Consult MINI
Service.
Continue driving at more moderate
speed so that the engine can cool
down. Have the engine checked with-
out delay if the situation reoccurs.
Switch off all unnecessary electrical
consumers. Have the battery checked
without delay.
Have the battery checked as soon as
possible.
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