Hi everyone I have a 2011 Mini Cooper S I need anyone out there who can help me out with 2 problem I am having with my Mini.

First Problem #1

My on board computer is telling me that my Left and right Brake lights and fog lights are malfunctioning but when you actually check them to see if they're out they are working just fine. I have been to my Mini dealership and they are telling me that I am need to have my computer in my car reprogramed witch is a 3 hour process to have done. Has anyone every had this type of a problem and if so can you tell me is there any way around having my Mini Dealership reprogram my car. I really do not want to pay them the $200 buck to have this problem fix unless I have to.

Problem #2

My on board computer is telling that I have increased battery Discharge. I have not take my mini to my dealership yet to have this problem check yet. but I have taken my Mini to my local AutoZone had had my battery and alternator checked and they are telling me that everything is all good. dose anyone have any idea for me as to what could be causing this problem.

Thanks to anyone out there who can help me out with either or both of my problems I am having.

 

Check the battery first, if you have the IBS system it will have to be reset with a full charged battery. On the reprogram it happens, but it might be related to a slow or weak battery.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...y-monitor.html

 

Thanks for the advice. How do I find out if I have a IBS system for sure. My Mini has a built in navigation system with Mini connected. once I find that information out. And if I do have a IBS system then can you please explain to me how do I go about reprogramming my computer after I make sure the battery is full. Thanks for any more help you can give me.