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2020-05-11
TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED
IN THE DME

MODEL
F54 (Cooper
Clubman)
F56 (Cooper Hardtop)
F60 (Cooper
Countryman)

F54 (Cooper Clubman
S)
F56 (Cooper Hardtop
S)
F60 (Cooper
Countryman S)

F55 (Cooper Hardtop)
F57 (Cooper
Convertible)

F55 (Cooper Hardtop
S)
F57 (Cooper
Convertible S)

Vehicles produced up to March 2019 and with the following engine variants:
B36X, B38X, B46X, B48X
Note: The “X” in the engine designation represents all of the applicable engine variants.

SITUATION
The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the
DME.
All models:
FC 191C02 – Fuel tank ventilation system, 2nd discharge point: malfunction
FC 195014 – Differential pressure sensor, tank vent valve, signal: fixed
FC 118001 – Mixture control: mixture too lean
FC 118401 – Mixture control: mixture too lean, large deviation

CAUSE
Internal mechanical defect in the tank ventilation valve.
The defect can also result in a very loud clicking noise when the valve is cycling.

PROCEDURE
This procedure affects tank ventilation valves
with single and dual discharge points.
Single (1)
Dual (2)

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1. Inspect the discharge point(s) of the tank
ventilation valve using a borescope.
The valves may have different reed valve
designs.
The reed valve dimple should be centered in
the discharge port.
Note the GREEN arrow.
The reed valve in this photo is good.
Do not replace the valve.

ORThe reed valve center with vanes should be
centered in the discharge port.
Note the GREEN arrow.
The reed valve in this photo is good.
Do not replace the valve.

In this example, the reed valve is dislodged
and is no longer centered.
Note the RED arrow.

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The valve must be replaced.

ORThe edges of the reed valve can be ripped or
torn apart.
It is very important to inspect the valve very
closely using a borescope so that any
damage is not overlooked.
Note the RED arrow.
The valve must be replaced.

2. If no problems are detected with the valve itself, then the valve must be activated via the applicable test
plan for the fault stored. The clicking sound that the valve causes needs to be compared to the video linked
below.
If the clicking resembles the “Good” sound file, then the valve does not need be replaced.
If the clicking resembles the “Defective” sound file, then you must install a new valve (for reference) and
activate it before replacing the valve. If the noise is excessive when comparing to the sound file and the new
part, then the valve should be replaced.
Use the vehicle’s VIN in ETK to determine what tank ventilation valve part number needs to be used for the
sound comparison.
3. Check the vehicle’s current I-level by either using AIR or the Key reader/ISPA NEXT application.

if the current I level of the vehicle is not already at 16-07-500 or higher, program the vehicle
with the current version of ISTA

4. If a defect is not identified using the steps provided in this bulletin, perform the applicable test plans for
the faults stored in the vehicle.
5. Certain models and engine variants require TeileClearing authorization before the tank ventilation can be
replaced. Submit the TeileClearing case with “Tank Ventilation Valve” in the subject line for these vehicles.

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Provide the photos or video of the defective areas when creating the case to speed resolution time. Submit
the case and wait for a response. Refer to M00 03 09 for additional details.

PARTS INFORMATION
Obtain and confirm the part numbers for your specific vehicle by entering the chassis number in either ETK
or AIR which takes into account specific equipment and/or options.
Part Number
Refer to ETK using the
VIN of the vehicle

Description

Quantity

Tank ventilation valve

1

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the MINI New Passenger Car Limited Warranty.
Tank ventilation system valve (activated carbon)
permanent malfunction

Defect Code:

1390011500

Labor Operation

Description
Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system –
checking faults) (Main work)

00 00 006

Labor Allowance
Refer to AIR

Or
00 00 556

Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system –
checking faults) (Plus work)

Refer to AIR

Connect an approved battery charger/power supply
(indicated in AIR as Charging battery)

Refer to AIR

Performing step 1

2 FRU

Performing steps 1 and 2

5 FRU

Programing/encoding control unit(s) (Step 3)

Refer to AIR

And:
61 21 528
And
13 99 000
Or:
13 99 000
And, if necessary
61 00 730

And, when applicable:
TeileClearing Authorization
Labor Operation
00 58 677

Description
TeileClearing lump-sum fee Associated work

Labor Allowance
Refer to AIR

If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 00 00 556 instead of
00 00 006.
Refer to AIR for the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowances.
Work time labor operation code 13 99 000 is not considered a Main labor operation. Also, since the work
time FRU allowance to be claimed is specified, a separate punch time is not required. However; it still
requires an explanation on the repair order and in the claim comments section.
Programming and Encoding - Vehicle Control Units (RO and Claim Comments Required)
The programming procedure automatically reprograms and encodes all vehicle control modules which do
not have the latest software I-level. If one or more control module failures occur during this programming

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procedure:

Please claim this consequential control module-related repair work (including performing the
IRAP Control Unit Recovery procedure first as required, refer to the SIM in AIR) under the
defect code listed in this bulletin with the applicable AIR labor operations.
Please explain this additional work (The why and what) on the repair order and in the claim comments
section
For control module failures that occurred prior to performing this programming procedure:

When covered under an applicable limited warranty, claim the applicable test plan and the
corresponding control module-related repair work using the applicable defect code and labor
operations in AIR (including diagnosis with separate punch times).
Other Repairs
If other eligible and covered work is performed as a result of performing the ISTA diagnostics and related
test plans, claim this work with the applicable defect code and the labor operations that are listed in AIR
(including diagnosis with separate punch times).

Supporting Materials
Videos
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