2003 Mini Cooper Base, Automatic CVTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Purpose of the System: Notes

The BC1 provides control over exterior lighting and illumination of instrumentation indicators for turn signals and high beams. The exterior lighting functions of the BC1 also provide "Follow-Me-Home" Lighting and emergency operation of limited lighting functions in the case of BC1 failure.

These light functions are controlled by the BC1

  • Headlights
  • Tail Lights
  • Brake Lights
  • Turn Signals
  • Side Marker Lights
  • Auxiliary Lights
  • Fog Lights
  • Directional Indicators
  • High Beam Indicator
  • License Plate Lights
  • Hazard Warning Lights
  • Flash to Pass Lights

The BC1 does not control, but signals for activation the optional Xenon Lights.

Factory Service Tools

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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