Campaign - Convertible Top Module Coding
SI M61 07 06General Electrical Systems
June 2006
Technical Service
PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL
AFFECTED VEHICLES THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS, AND PRIOR TO RETAIL DELIVERY.
SUBJECT
Service Action: Code Convertible Top Module
MODEL
R52 (Convertible)
SITUATION
The CVM (Convertible Top Module) does not go into sleep mode. This results in a high current draw when the vehicle is switched off.
If the vehicle is unused for a period of 7 14 days, the battery will become discharged, and it will no longer be possible to start the engine.
Copies of the customer notification letter and Q&A are included.
To minimize customer's inconvenience caused by this Service Action, you may pick up (and deliver after repair) from the customer's home, or provide appropriate alternative transportation.
Customers will be impressed when you return their vehicles cleaned inside and out and with a full tank of gas. Reimbursement information for the vehicle fueling and valet costs can be found in the Warranty section of this bulletin.
CAUSE
CVM coding fault
AFFECTED VEHICLES
This Service Action involves R52 (Convertible) vehicles which were produced from February 21, 2006 to February 28, 2006.
In order to determine if a specific vehicle is affected by this Service Action, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of the DCS (Dealer Communication System). Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action.
The Chassis Number Ranges listed below are only for informational purposes and are not to be considered as the only deciding factor
PROCEDURE
1. Recode the CVM:
^ Use Progman V 21.2 or higher.
^ Connect a battery charger to the vehicle.
^ Start Progman and select "New session".
^ Select "MINI", select R50/R52/R53.
^ Select "Load software".
^ Answer the control unit replacement query with "No".
^ Select "CVM".
^ Select "Code" - coding is carried out.
^ End Progman.
^ Disconnect battery charger.
2. Check the battery using the Midtronics battery tester (Refer to SI M07 02 05 MINI dedicated Diagnostic and Programming Tools):
^ Switch off all electrical consumers in the vehicle. Turn the ignition lock to position "0" and remove the ignition key. Then open and close the driver's door. Close all doors on the vehicle.
^ Connect the battery tester directly to the positive terminal of the battery (not to the starting aid terminal).
^ Follow the instructions on the battery tester.
^ If the "Charge battery" or "Charge battery now" instruction appears, print out the results, and file the printout with the vehicle records. Charge the battery in accordance with the Repair Instructions RA 61 00 ...- "Battery".
^ If the "Replace battery" instruction appears, print out the results, and file the printout with the vehicle records. Replace the battery in accordance with the Repair Instructions RA 61 21 010 - "Remove and refit the battery".
^ Reinitialize both power windows. To initialize, raise the window glass and keep the switch depressed in the "Lift" position for approx. 5 seconds and then release. Refer to repair instruction RA 67 62..( Notes on initializing power window unit (front).
^ Enter the test code from the battery tester printout in the comment box of the warranty claim.
PARTS INFORMATION
This Service Action has been assigned code number 27. After the vehicle has been checked, and corrected if necessary, obtain a label (MD 20-036) and:
a. emboss your MINI dealer warranty number in
the middle of the label (1);
b. punch out code number 27 printed on the label
(2) and,
c. affix the label to the B pillar as shown.
If the vehicle already has a label from a previous Service Action/Recall Campaign, affix the new label next to the old one. Do not affix one label on top of another one because a number from an underlying label could appear in the punched-out hole of the new label.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Reimbursement for this Service Action will be via normal claim entry utilizing the following information.
MINI RE-FUELING COSTS
MINI a Division of BMW of North America, LLC, will provide reimbursement to have the gas tank
topped off once, as required, for each vehicle affected by this Service Action.
VALET COSTS
MINI a Division of BMW of North America, LLC, will provide reimbursement for vehicle valet services (pick up & delivery) for each vehicle affected by this Service Action. Attach the appropriate receipt to the repair order.
RENTAL VEHICLES
Dealers participating in the MINI Dealer Administered Customer Assistance Program may self-authorize claims for reimbursement of rental costs from independent rental agencies in certain situations. For more details refer to SI M01 06 03.