Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2008COOPER S CLUBMAN (R55) L4-1.6L TURBO (N14)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSERVICE PRECAUTIONSTECHNICIAN SAFETY INFORMATION00 .. ... SAFETY INFORMATION FOR WORKING ON VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC ENGINE START-STOP FUNCTION (MSA)
2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman (R55) L4-1.6L Turbo (N14)
00 .. ... Safety Information For Working on Vehicles With Automatic Engine Start-Stop Function (MSA)
2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman (R55) L4-1.6L Turbo (N14)SECTION 00 .. ... Safety Information For Working on Vehicles With Automatic Engine Start-Stop Function (MSA)
00 .. ... Safety information for working on vehicles with automatic engine start-stop function (MSA)

Warning:
If the engine hood/bonnet contact is pulled upwards (workshop mode), the information "switch closed" is output.
The automatic engine start-stop function is active.
An automatic engine start is possible.
Observe safety precautions when working on MSA vehicles.
Before carrying out practical work on the engine, always ensure that the MSA functionality is deactivated so as to prevent automatic engine starting while work is being carried out in the engine compartment.

MSA function is deactivated by:
^ Deactivate MSA by means of button (1) in passenger compartment
^ Open seat belt buckle and driver's door

^ Open engine bonnet/hood and ensure that engine hood/bonnet contact is not in workshop mode
^ Workshop mode
A = 10 mm
^ Basic setting (engine hood/bonnet open)
B = 7 mm
To make sure that the engine hood/bonnet contact is at the basic setting, if necessary press the hood/bonnet contact up to the limit position before starting work and slowly release.

When working with diagnosis tools:
^ Observe instructions in diagnosis tool

Note:
For further information on automatic engine start-stop function (MSA):
^ Refer to the Service Information (bulletin) (for manual transmissions) Service Information (bulletin) 61 01 07 335
^ Refer to the Service Information (bulletin) (for automatic transmissions or twin-clutch gearboxes) Service Information (bulletin) 61 01 10 629
Warning:
If the engine hood/bonnet contact is pulled upwards (workshop mode), the information "switch closed" is output.
The automatic engine start-stop function is active.
An automatic engine start is possible.
Observe safety precautions when working on MSA vehicles.
Before carrying out practical work on the engine, always ensure that the MSA functionality is deactivated so as to prevent automatic engine starting while work is being carried out in the engine compartment.
MSA function is deactivated by:
^ Deactivate MSA by means of button (1) in passenger compartment
^ Open seat belt buckle and driver's door
^ Open engine bonnet/hood and ensure that engine hood/bonnet contact is not in workshop mode
^ Workshop mode
A = 10 mm
^ Basic setting (engine hood/bonnet open)
B = 7 mm
To make sure that the engine hood/bonnet contact is at the basic setting, if necessary press the hood/bonnet contact up to the limit position before starting work and slowly release.
When working with diagnosis tools:
^ Observe instructions in diagnosis tool
Note:
For further information on automatic engine start-stop function (MSA):
^ Refer to the Service Information (bulletin) (for manual transmissions) Service Information (bulletin) 61 01 07 335
^ Refer to the Service Information (bulletin) (for automatic transmissions or twin-clutch gearboxes) Service Information (bulletin) 61 01 10 629
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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.