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Indicator lamp 1 flashes:
Engine malfunction under high load.
High engine load will result in dam-
age to the catalytic converter
Indicator lamp 1 comes on:
Engine malfunction with adverse
effect on exhaust emissions
Lights up in red:
Engine overheating
Lights up in yellow:
Engine too hot
Lights up in red:
Battery is no longer being charged.
Alternator malfunction
Lights up in yellow:
Battery charge level very low, battery
aged or not securely connected
Indication in US models
Parking brake applied
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Cause 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.
Carefully bring the car to a stop,
switch off the engine and allow it to
cool down. Do not open the bonnet,
otherwise there would be a risk of
injury by scalding. Contact your
MINI Dealer.
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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