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What is the method to reset the MINI brake pad warning light?

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AdrielLynn
07/29/25 1:38pm
MINI brake pad warning light reset method is: 1. Insert the remote key without pressing the brake pedal; 2. Press the start/stop engine button once to illuminate all dashboard lights; 3. Hold the reset button on the upper left of the dashboard for approximately 8 seconds. The brake pad replacement procedure is: 1. Open the engine compartment to check brake fluid level height to prevent overflow during replacement; 2. Remove the wheel where the brake is located; 3. Remove the brake caliper bolts and take out the old brake pads; 4. Install new brake pads and tighten the guide bolts to complete replacement. Types of brake pads include: semi-metallic brake pads, non-asbestos organic (NAO) brake pads, carbon fiber brake pads, and ceramic fiber brake pads. The working principle of brake pads is: utilizing friction between the brake pads and brake drum, as well as between tires and road surface, to convert the vehicle's kinetic energy into thermal energy through friction, thereby stopping the vehicle.
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DelEsther
08/14/25 4:36am
I previously bought a used Mini, and the brake pad warning light kept coming on, which made me a bit nervous. I tried resetting it myself by turning the key to the ON position without starting the engine, then pressing the BC button on the left side of the steering wheel a few times to enter the dashboard menu. I selected the Service option, found the brake pad reset item, confirmed it, and the light went off. The whole process took only five minutes and was quite simple. But I realized that just resetting isn’t enough—the key is to check the brake pad thickness. If they’re genuinely worn, the light will come back on even after resetting. So, I make sure to get them checked at a shop every six months to ensure safety. Doing it myself also saved me some repair costs, which made me much happier.
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ColtonMarie
10/10/25 4:24am
I've been driving my Mini for several years and learned to reset the brake pad warning light when it comes on. The method is: turn the key to the ON position without starting the engine, use the steering wheel buttons to navigate the instrument menu to the Service section, find the brake pad reset option and confirm to turn off the light. After resetting, don't neglect inspection - if the pads are too thin, they must be replaced. I've done this several times in my home garage, and can also check tire pressure while at it. Car maintenance isn't difficult but requires attention to detail. After each reset, pay attention to brake feel when driving - if it feels soft, there might be an issue that needs prompt attention to avoid danger.
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ElizabethDella
11/23/25 5:34am
A friend recommended that I reset the brake pad light on my Mini myself, and it really worked. With the key in the ON position and the engine off, use the left button on the steering wheel to enter the menu, find the brake reset option in the Service section, and confirm. It took less than two minutes—simple and cost-effective. Last time the light came on, I reset it and also cleaned the dust off the brake discs to improve performance. Just a reminder not to take it lightly; if the pads are worn thin, the light will come back on, so replace the new pads as soon as possible for safety.
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