I need assistance.

[Olivia_Johnson92]

Greetings everyone, I purchased my first Mini Cooper on July 18th of this year. Operates really well; it is a 2009 Mini Clubman Sport with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Several weeks ago, I struck a substantial piece of tire tread while travelling on the highway at night, rendering visibility nonexistent. Consequently, this incident ruptured my oil cooler line and damaged my little wind guard. Repaired the oil cooler hose, replenished the oil in the vehicle, and replaced the oil filter concurrently. Attempted to initiate the engine; it cranks but fails to start. I am perplexed over the issues with my vehicle. I discovered that there is an inertia (fuel cut-off) switch located in my automobile. I have searched extensively in all the locations indicated by this forum and the broader internet. I concede, get a code reader, and discover that I have misfires in all cylinders; hence, I believe this will resolve the problem. After replacing four spark plugs and two coil packs, costing over 200 dollars, the error code has disappeared; nonetheless, the vehicle remains non-operational. The new code is 30A9, indicating that the residual problem pertains to the inertia switch. I urgently need the return of my vehicle owing to significant personal difficulties, since my lack of mobility impedes my ability to work. I would much appreciate any insights, as I am nearing despair. I adore my little companion, whom my boyfriend and I have called Dolly, and I miss her much. I want the return of my vehicle, and I am uncertain about the appropriate course of action.

[William_Brown2000]

Engine damage is more probable if the engine operates without oil owing to a ruptured oil line.

[Olivia_Johnson92]

The motor failed prior to the complete drainage of oil, prompting our investigation into the inertia switch.

[David_Smith2003]

The first-generation minis included a physical switch located in the engine compartment. I recall that with the Gen2, the "switch" is electrical inside the DME and requires resetting with a scan tool after a crash.

I believe I encountered that information before, but I am not really certain.

[Olivia_Johnson92]

Must it be a specialised BMW diagnostic tool? If that is the case, I may need to transport it to the closest small dealership.

[David_Smith2003]

A competent high-end scanner may suffice; I am uncertain whether it is only available via dealers.

[n1mrod]

I do not remember seeing anything of that kind on my Foxwell scanner, which extensively analyses BMW codes.

It does not imply its absence, however.I may not recall seeing it, or it might be inaccessible on my scanner.

[David_Smith2003]

I believe I encountered information on it before, however I am uncertain, since I am doubting my cognitive processes.

[n1mrod]

Discovered this with a random Google search:

The MINI Cooper is equipped with an inertia switch that allows for the reset of the fuel pump in the event of a rollover or other unintentional activation. It is situated, in earlier model years, between the brake master cylinder and the hood hinge, inside the engine compartment on the driver's side of the car. The right side of the vehicle, as seen from under the hood and facing the front of the automobile. In subsequent model years (2003 and beyond), the same switch is located inside the airbag control unit within the car. Although the equipment remains mostly same, MINIMade the modification in September 2002. It is located under the carpet, positioned between the gear lever housing and the handbrake control module. Significant hardware removal is necessary for access; hence, consulting a specialist is advisable in this instance.

Utilise such information judiciously; I cannot affirm or refute it.

If it is integrated into the airbag module, I doubt that is your issue, since I would expect the airbags to have deployed if it had been activated, and you do not indicate that.

I believe you are on an erroneous course, and the responsibility rests elsewhere.

I connected my scanner and navigated through the options of our 09 model. No information on a fuel cutoff switch.

[David_Smith2003]

It must be my ageing mind deceiving me; I have already seen the Gen1 visuals. Perhaps it is time for me to retire and relax on the patio.