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Text Description

The Battery
The Battery location is dependent on model variation.
- MINI COOPER - Battery is located in the engine compartment
- MINI COOPER S - Battery is located in the rear luggage compartment (with BST)


All batteries used in the MINI are sealed for life and are maintenance free. A battery condition indicator which shows three battery states is located on top of the battery. The battery condition states are:
- Green - Battery is in good state of charge
- Dark (Turning to Black) - Battery requires charging
- Clear (Light Yellow) - Battery must be replaced

Battery Specification
MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER S batteries are 12 volt 55 AH Maintenance Free batteries.
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