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Mini Countryman fault code issue

I come to you today with a vexing issue plaguing my gasoline 2019 Mini Countryman. I'm encountering a rather persistent fault code. The symptoms are as follows: an error is stored in the error memory, accompanied by an error message displayed on the infotainment system and also on the speedometer. After performing some engine diagnostics, it seems the likely cause is an incorrect coding of the vehicle. Has anyone else experienced something similar? It's incredibly frustrating, especially since I try to keep on top of maintenance. I'm trying to get a handle on this before I take it in, as the eventual repair cost is estimated to be 360€.

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Whoa, that sounds frustrating! I had a similar issue with my Countryman. Kept getting some weird error messages on the infotainment system, and a fault code was popping up. Did you try using an OBD-II diagnostic scanner to read the fault code? What code is it showing?

Yes, I used a diagnostic scanner to read the fault code, and it indicates an issue with the vehicle coding. However, I'm not entirely sure what that entails. Could you elaborate on what exactly 'vehicle coding' means in this context and how it might cause these errors? I want to go to the workshop being informed.

Okay, so 'vehicle coding' is basically the software configuration of your car's computer. It controls everything from the engine to the lights. Sometimes, this coding can get corrupted or messed up, leading to false error messages and fault codes. Sounds like you need to visit a workshop to have them reset codes and reprogram the car. They'll use their fancy diagnostic scanner to do it properly. Good luck!

Thank you so much for confirming my suspicions. I was pulling my hair out trying to figure this out. I just got back from the workshop, and you were spot on – it was indeed a coding issue. They ran engine diagnostics, reset the codes, and reprogrammed the vehicle. Everything seems to be running smoothly now. The diagnostic scanner didn't lie! I appreciate the help!

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