2023 Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC Warning and Indicator Lights
The 2023 Mini Hardtop SE Electric represents a pioneering step in the evolution of automotive technology, ushering in a new era of sustainable and electrified transportation. With its cutting-edge electric powertrain, this compact yet spirited vehicle is designed to deliver an exhilarating driving experience while remaining eco-conscious. To help drivers navigate this electrifying voyage with confidence and safety, the Mini Hardtop SE Electric is equipped with a comprehensive array of warning and indicator lights. These warning and indicator lamps serve as a crucial communication bridge between the car and the driver, providing real-time information about various aspects of the vehicle’s performance and operational status. In this introduction, we will examine the key warning and indicator lights in the 2023 Mini Hardtop SE Electric, shedding light on what each one signifies and how they contribute to a seamless and secure driving experience.
Indicator/Warning Lights
General information
The indicator/warning lights can light up in a variety of combinations and colours.
Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the drive-ready state is established.
Red lights
Safety belt reminder
The indicator light flashes or is illuminated: The safety belt on the driver or passenger side is not buckled. The safety belt reminder can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat.
Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly.
Airbag system
Airbag system and belt tensioner may not be working.
Have the vehicle checked immediately by a dealer’s service centre or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Parking brake, electric
The parking brake is set.
For releasing the parking brake.
Brake system
Braking system impaired. Continue to drive moderately.
Have the vehicle checked immediately by a dealer’s service centre or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Forward Collision Warning
Indicator light illuminates: advance warning is issued, for example when there is the impending danger of a collision or the distance to the vehicle ahead is too small.
Increase the distance.
The indicator light flashes acute warning of the imminent danger of a collision when the vehicle approaches another vehicle at a relatively high differential speed.
Intervene by braking or make an evasive manoeuvre.
Pedestrian Warning
If a collision with a detected person is imminent, the icon lights up and a signal sounds.
Yellow lights
Antilock Braking System ABS
The Brake Assistant function may not activate. Avoid abrupt braking. Take the longer braking distance into account.
Have the system immediately checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
The indicator light flashes: DSC controls the drive and braking forces. The vehicle is stabilized. Reduce speed and modify your driving style to the driving circumstances.
The indicator light lights up: DSC has malfunctioned.
Have the system checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated
DSC is deactivated or DTC is activated.
DSC, DTC
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
The FTM signals a loss of tire inflation pressure in a tire.
Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Avoid sudden braking and steering manoeuvres.
Flat Tire Monitor.
Tire Pressure Monitor TPMThe indicator light illuminates: the Tire Pressure Monitor reports a low tire inflation pressure or a flat tire.
Follow the information in the Check Control message.
The indicator light flashes and is then illuminated continuously: flat tires or tire pressure losses cannot be detected.
- Interference caused by systems or devices with the same radio frequency: after leaving the area of the interference, the system automatically becomes active again.
TPM was unable to complete the reset. Reset the system again. - A wheel without TPM wheel electronics is mounted: have it checked by a dealer’s service centre or another qualified service center or repair shop as needed.
- Malfunction: have the system checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service centre or repair shop.
Tire Pressure Monitor.
Steering system
The steering system may not be working. Have the system checked by a dealer’s service centre or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Acoustic pedestrian protection inactive
Acoustic pedestrian protection is defective.
Have the system checked by a dealer’s service centre or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Drive power
The drive power is reduced, for instance, due to a heavily discharged high-voltage battery.
Heavily discharged high-voltage battery.
Green lights
Turn signal
Turn the signal on. Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator light indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.
Parking lights, headlights
Parking lights or headlights are switched on.
Parking lights/low beams, headlight control.
Bad weather light
Bad weather light is switched on. Bad weather light.
High-beam Assistant
The High-beam Assistant is switched on.
High beams are switched on and off automatically depending on the traffic situation.
High-beam Assistant.
Cruise control
The system is switched on. It maintains the speed that was set using the control elements on the steering
Speed Limiter
The indicator light illuminates: the system is switched on.
The indicator light flashes: the set speed limit has been exceeded. If this happens, a signal sounds.
Reduce speed or deactivate the system.
Lane departure warning
The indicator light lights up: the system is activated. At least one lane marking was detected and warnings can be issued.
Lane departure warning.
Blue lights
High beams
High beams are switched on. High beams, refer to page 111.
FAQs
Stop driving immediately and call for help.
This is the generic warning indicator. Consult the owner’s manual and have your vehicle inspected by a mechanic, as it may indicate a variety of problems.
This is the indicator for the parking brake. It indicates whether the parking brake is applied.
It indicates a problem with the emissions system of the engine. It should be diagnosed by a physician.
The green “EV” indicator indicates that the vehicle is operating on electric power, typically when the gasoline engine is not in use.
Allow the vehicle to settle down by coming to a stop.
Add oil as necessary and evaluate the vehicle.
Check the air pressure in your tires and add air if necessary.
The green “P” with an arrow indicates that your automatic transmission is in Park.
Inspect the vehicle as soon as feasible.
The green “D” represents Drive and indicates that the transmission is in conventional drive mode.
The crimson “ABS” symbol signifies a problem with the anti-lock braking system. It should be examined by a physician.
The yellow “ESP” indicator light indicates a problem with the Electronic Stability Program. Check the system with a mechanic.
The blue high-beam symbol shows that your high-beam headlights are on.
The green “A” with a circular arrow indicates the Auto Start-Stop system is active, which helps save fuel by turning off the engine when the vehicle is stationary.
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