Service who can service the mini cooper in columbus, georgia and if there is not a dealer within a 125 miles....can someone else change oil etc?

How many miles are on this vehicle? It might be that the trip meter has turned on. The MINI has certain preset service based on mileage. When the miles reach a certain number, the "engine" light will come on. Oil changes, maintenance markers (45,000-100,000) You will need that OBD2 unit to cancel the notice light. Probably should change the oil, check all other fluids, brake pads & rotors, etc...
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-J

That symbol means that service is due. Service could be just an oil change or it could be an oil service and inspection. Take your car to the dealer and have it serviced.

Hi Wallace,

You can find the maintenance schedule for your Mini on Driverside. Just enter the number of miles on your car and it will break down what you need to do at each service:

Service Schedule and History

I do not like suggesting a dealer ever,
but in your case, I wouldn't continue
to use it. Have a dealer check it out

If you do your own oil changes, this is a helpful tip to keep in mind. Typically, it is best to wait until your dealer maintenance service warranty expires, as an 'owner' reset could result in a missed oil change, particularly if the dealer checks the indicator it does not believe an oil change is due.

1. Locate the trip odometer button and depress and hold.
2. Insert the key into the ignition and partially turn into the first position.
3. Pay attention to the trip odometer to display the word 'RESET'.
4. Release the trip odometer button, then press & hold it again.
5. The 'RESET' message will flash.
6. Release the button, and then press & release again (once only)
7. The service interval is now reset to 10,000 miles

My recommendation is to open your glove compartment and see what the owner's manual suggests what the oil change interval is.
Remember all the engines are no the same. What the garanty especify, If is a 2009 mini cooper you still have a garanty.

Resetting the MINI Oil Indicator
If you do your own oil changes, this is a helpful tip to keep in mind. Typically, it is best to wait until your dealer maintenance service warranty expires, as an ‘owner’ reset could result in a missed oil change, particularly if the dealer checks the indicator it does not believe an oil change is due.

1. Locate the trip odometer button and depress and hold.
2. Insert the key into the ignition and partially turn into the first position.
3. Pay attention to the trip odometer to display the word ‘RESET’.
4. Release the trip odometer button, then press & hold it again.
5. The ‘RESET’ message will flash.
6. Release the button, and then press & release again (once only)
7. The service interval is now reset to 10,000 miles

Minis have had power steering problems. I wouild contact a dealer and see if theres any updates or service bulletins.

after how many miles should i service my 2009 mini cooper?