Exhaust emission values – Mini 2007 Cooper User Manual

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Exhaust emission values

The warning lamps light up. The exhaust
emission values have turned poor and
there is a danger of engine damage. You
can continue your journey, but moder-

ate your speed and exercise due caution. Have
the car checked as soon as possible.

Canadian models display these warning
lamps.

Under certain conditions one of the lamps
flashes or stays lit continuously. This indicates
excessive misfiring or a malfunction in the
engine. If this happens, reduce your speed and
visit the nearest MINI Dealer as soon as possible.
Severe misfiring can quickly lead to serious dam-
age of emissions-related components, espe-
cially the catalytic converter. In addition,
mechanical engine components can become
damaged.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tightened, the
OBD system may conclude that fuel vapors are
escaping, causing an indicator to light up. If the
filler cap is then tightened, the indicator should
go out within a few days.

Event data recorders

Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev-
eral measuring or diagnostic modules or a
device for recording or sending certain vehicle
data or information.