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Vehicle Identification Numbers

Vehicle Identification Numbers are referred to as the VIN. MINI utilizes a VIN with a 17 character structure. The characters are grouped to include multiple information as follows

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Paint Code Identification

When ordering painted parts it is necessary to obtain the vehicle's paint code. The paint code consists of a three digit number printed on the color identification tag as shown below. All color identification tags are located in the engine compartment.

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MINI Abbreviations and Acronyms

Throughout your career as a MINI Group Service Technician you will come across many acronyms in the various Technical publications. An acronym is a word formed from the initial letters of a longer word. In the next two pages there is a list of acronyms describing various systems on MINI.

Remember this is only a partial list. MINI is a dynamic company and is always adding new systems to its products. Look for new systems and acronyms with new Technical Training courses, Service Information, and Technical Information Bulletins.

MINI ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS