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Loading/Activation Of Enabling Codes With ISTA/P (M09 01 11)
Reference number: M09 01 11
LOADING/ACTIVATION OF ENABLING CODES WITH ISTA/P
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| MINI: | R56 (Cooper, Cooper S); R55 (Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman); R57 (Cooper Convertible, Cooper S Convertible); R60 (Cooper Countryman, Cooper S Countryman) |
| GROUP: | Programming/Coding Explanations |
SUBJECT
Loading/Activation of Enabling Codes with ISTA/PÂ
SITUATION
Enabling codes are needed for certain module replacements, retrofits, modules that fail programming, or during the QC1 pre-delivery check. This bulletin gives an overview on how to load and activate enabling codes with ISTA/P.
CAUSE
The general purpose of the enabling codes is to unlock value-added functions or components in MINI vehicles.
INFORMATION
Please follow the procedures below to load and activate the enabling codes with ISTA/P. Refer to the attached document for detailed information and screenshots:
Refer to SI M09 02 11 to determine which enabling code is needed for which function/component.
For further information on enabling codes, please refer to the document "Information on Enabling Codes" in the Workshop Technology portal in Centernet.
PROCEDURE
Module Replacement Procedure
- ISTA/P will ask you to import codes depending on the option codes and replaced module.
- Download repair codes in ASAP.
Retrofit Procedure
- ISTA/P will ask you to import codes depending on the retrofit.
- Order the codes as mentioned in the installation instructions and in the EPC.
- It can take up to 24 hours to generate codes.
- Download the codes in ASAP.
Module Failed Programming Procedure
- ISTA/P will ask you to import the codes, depending on which module failed programming.
- Download the repair enabling codes in ASAP.
- Try to import and activate in another ISTA/P session.
- If those codes don't work, open a PuMA Case to receive technical support.
PDI with Navigation (SA 606) Procedure
- During PDI, you will be asked in ISTA if you want to activate the Navigation Map.
- Please refer to SI M65 03 10.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
This Service Information bulletin is intended to provide technical diagnostic and/or repair information.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
