Mini Cooper not starting caused by engine ECU problem

A common fault with the Mini Cooper 2006-2010 engine ECU will result in the vehicle not starting. This Mini Cooper ECU problem is often created by the breakdown of internal components and will cause the engine management light to constantly illuminate on the dashboard instrument cluster.

You may encounter initial running problems such as engine misfire, engine hesitation, a drastic loss of power or the vehicle being forced into limp mode before the Mini Cooper ultimately fails to start. This Mini Cooper engine ECU issue will likely generate the fault codes; 2BD0-DME Internal Failure, 2BD3 Monitoring Power Supply 2 CY230 or 2BD4 Monitoring Power Supply 3 CY320, which will often clear but will always return on re-ignition. Sometimes, the issue preventing the vehicle from starting can also hinder the engine ECU from being able to communicate with diagnostic equipment, restricting fault codes from being stored.

You will likely be offered the option of replacing the entire unit by manufacturers in order to resolve this Mini Cooper ECU problem, however, this isn’t necessary. The expensive replacement unit supplied will cause you further cost and lost time in order to re-programme it to your specific vehicle.

Thankfully, we offer a full test and rebuild service on this Mini Cooper engine ECU. Our solution will retain all previous programming stored in the original unit. Your engine ECU will take only 2-3 working days to be returned to you and will come with an unlimited-mile lifetime warranty.

Common Failure symptoms:

• No start
• No communication with DME / engine ECU
• Misfire
• Limp mode
• Drastic loss of power
• Engine hesitation
• Cutting out

Common fault codes:

• 2BD3 – Monitoring Power Supply 2 CY230 / Power Supply For Sensor 2 Power Supply Not Within Range
• 2BD4 – Monitoring Power Supply 3 CY320 / Power Supply For Sensor 3 Power Supply Not Within Range
• 2BD0 – DME Internal Failure
• 2B0B - Throttle Valve Position Sensor 1/2 Faulty
• 2B02 - Throttle Valve Position Sensor 1 Faulty
• 2B06 - Throttle Valve Position Sensor 2 Faulty
• 2848 - Fuel Pressure Sensor Faulty
• P0641 – Sensor A Open Circuit

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Test and rebuild:

Each Mini Cooper engine ECU unit we receive is comprehensively tested on one of our custom-built Hardware In-the-Loop testing rigs, which examines the unit under real-world driving conditions and loads. Having identified all faults, our vastly-experienced technicians will replace the faulty parts with components of a higher quality than OEM standard. Finally, your fully-rebuilt unit will be retested, to ensure it meets and exceeds manufacturer specifications, before being sent back to you.

Programming:

Your rebuilt unit requires no extra effort from you as we retain all programming information for your vehicle, eliminating any extra reprogramming costs you’d likely incur from the manufacturer.

Quality:

Due to our rigorous quality control processes and our defect rate of less than 0.49%, we have become the leading provider of engine ECU remanufacturing services for main dealerships and industry specialists across the globe.

Warranty:

Lifetime unlimited mileage*

How do I get my unit rebuilt?

To pay for the rebuild select your part number above and then click: Get yours rebuilt

Print the payment/booking confirmation email.

Package the Mini Cooper engine ECU inside a sturdy box with plenty of packaging material (make sure you include your confirmation email in the box).

Send us your package by tracked courier (the shipping instructions are on the confirmation email).

Once received we will test, rebuild and return your engine ECU with an unlimited mileage lifetime warranty. (if your unit turns out not to be faulty then we will refund your payment less a small testing fee and return shipping)

What if I don’t want to pay up front?

This is not a problem, if you prefer this option then follow the following steps:

Fill in and submit this test form.

Print the booking confirmation email.

Package the Mini engine ECU inside a sturdy box with plenty of packaging material (make sure you include your confirmation email in the box).

Send us your package by tracked courier (the shipping instructions are on the confirmation email).

Once received, we will test your Cooper engine ECU and call you to advise on the outcome of testing, if your unit is faulty and you choose to go ahead with the rebuild then we will take payment over the phone using a debit/credit card.

We will then rebuild your ECU and return it to you with an unlimited mileage warranty.

If you require further information regarding this Mini Cooper engine ECU then please contact us.