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Press Brake and Select Neutral to Start

on 2024 Mini Cooper SE Electric · FWD

What this code means

The engine cannot start until the brake is pressed and neutral is selected. This is raised by the transmission and start/stop control system.

Symptoms

  • Engine will not crank
  • Start prompt on display
  • No response to start button

Common causes

  • Selector not in Park or Neutral
  • Brake pedal not pressed
  • Faulty brake pedal switch
  • Range sensor fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Press brake pedal firmly
  2. Select Neutral or Park
  3. Retry engine start
  4. Check brake switch and range sensor if fault persists

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