2002 staring problem - Mini Cooper Forums

djs · #1 07-01-2011, 10:50 PM

I have never had a problem starting my 2002 mini. Tonight I went to start it and everything started flashing and clicking but not turning over. Can anyone tell me what this might be?

bad venge · #2 07-02-2011, 08:20 AM

bad battery did you try to jump it ?

djs · #3 07-02-2011, 08:30 AM

no it was at midnight last nite so I will try that today

djs · #4 07-02-2011, 05:52 PM

Ok so I cleaned the battery terminals and jump started it. It started right away and five minutes later also. Then I tried several hours later and it won't start again. Does that sound like the battery? If not what is my next step?

chiquito · #5 07-03-2011, 01:10 PM

Is got to be the battery. Take your battery to the shop and recharge it. If it doesn't hold a charge you will be needing a new battery.

Also test the alternator. While the engine is still running remove the ground cable(black) from the battery. If the engine shuts off you have a faulty alternator.

bad venge · #6 07-03-2011, 03:34 PM

DO NOT do that test on any MINI !!!!
Take it to Autozone ect and have the charging system and battery tested for FREE