Date: 110101
A/T - Gear Indicator Warning Lamp ON/Code A0B6
SI M24 01 08
Automatic Transmission
January 2011
Technical Service
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI M24 01 08 dated March 2010.
[NEW] designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
[NEW] R55, R56, R57, R60 with F21 Transmission - Warning Lamp Illuminated with FC A0B6
MODEL
R55, R56, R57, R60 (Cooper, Cooper S) with F21 ASIN 6-speed automatic transmission
SITUATION
Intermittently, the transmission warning lamp ("gear indicator") is displayed (in some instances, when the ignition is turned off). Also, the
selector lever could not be moved out of the P position. Fault code A0B6 (Selector lever interlock signal, above threshold) may be stored
in the CAS module.
[NEW] CAUSE
Incorrect adjustment of the gearshift cable at the transmission selector level or sluggish movement of the shift lock solenoid lever due to
outside influence (fluid spillage in the shifter area)
CORRECTION
[NEW] Fluid damage:
Inspect the shifter for any signs of liquid spillage. Failure or malfunction of the shifter (e.g., impaired movement of the lock solenoid lever)
due to external influences (e.g., coffee, soda spillage) does not constitute a defect in workmanship or material, and the resulting shifter
replacement cannot be covered under the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty.
Gearshift cable adjustment required:
Adjust the gearshift selector cable according to Repair Instruction REP24 10 018. After the adjustment is performed, the M8 tightening nut
of the transmission selector lever should be torqued to 12 Nm. Do not replace any components. Clear the fault memory and test drive the
vehicle.
Note:
On vehicles produced from 03/01/2008 to 03/31/2008, if fault code A0B6 is stored in the CAS module, the Steptronic gearshift assembly
(P/N 25 16 7 577 589) should be replaced. For the replacement procedure, refer to REP25 16 056.2010 Mini Cooper (R56) L4-1.6L (N12)
