Owner's Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

MINI COOPER MINI COOPER S

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MINI

This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

CONTENTS

NOTES OVERVIEW CONTROLS

About this Owner's Manual 6 Cockpit 12 Opening and closing: Symbols used 6 Display elements 13 Keys 22 Your individual vehicle 6 Display elements with navigation Central locking system 23 Editorial notice 7 system 14 Opening and closing: from outside 23 For your own safety 7 Indicator and warning lamps 15 Opening and closing: from inside 26 Symbol on vehicle parts 8 Multifunction steering wheels 18 Tailgate 27 Service and warranty 8 Electric power windows 28 Reporting safety defects 9 Glass sunroof, electric 29 Roller sun blind 30 Adjustments: Safe seating position 31 Seat adjustment 32 Head restraints 33 Entry to the rear 34 Safety belts 35 Seat heating 35 Steering wheel 36 Mirrors 36 Vehicle Memory 37 Transporting children safely 38

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Driving: Technology for safety and driving OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE Ignition lock 41 convenience: Starting the engine 41 All Season traction Control (ASC) 59 Special operating instructions: OVERVIEW Switching off the engine 43 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 60 Break-in procedures 82 Parking brake 43 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 61 General driving notes 83 Manual transmission 44 Flat Tire Monitor 62 Refueling 84 Continuously Variable automatic Park Distance Control (PDC) 64 Fuel specifications 85 Transmission (CVT) 45 Airbags 65 Brake system 86 Parking lamps/Low beams 48 Controlling the climate for pleasant Wheels and tires: Turn signal indicator/Headlamp driving: Tire inflation pressure 87 flasher 49 Air conditioning system 67 Tire coding 89 Instrument lighting 49 Automatic climate control 70 Tire condition 91 Fog lamps 49 Wheel and tire replacement 92 Interior lamps 50 Interior conveniences: Run Flat tires 93 Washer/wiper system 50 Glove compartment 73 Snow chains 94 Cruise control 52 Ashtray, beverage holders 74 Cigarette lighter, 12 V power supply 74 Everything under control: Odometer 54 Loading and transporting cargo: Tachometer 54 Cargo area 75 REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS Fuel gauge 54 Loading cargo 76 Coolant temperature gauge 55 Roof-mounted luggage rack 78 Service interval display 56 Clock 56 Onboard computer 57 DATA INDEX

CONTENTS

In the engine compartment: OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES TECHNICAL DATA Bonnet 95 Engine compartment: MINI COOPER 96 Replacement procedures: Engine data 132 Engine compartment: MINI COOPER S 97 Onboard tool kit 110 Dimensions 133 Washer fluid 98 Windshield wiper blades 110 Weights 134 Engine oil 98 Lamps and bulbs 111 Capacities 135 Coolant 100 Repairing a flat tire 116 Brake fluid 101 Changing tires: MINI with space-saver spare tire 117 Maintenance and care: MINI Mobility System 121 MINI Maintenance System 102 Battery 124 Caring for your vehicle 103 Fuses 125 Vehicle storage 105 Giving and receiving assistance: Laws and regulations: Jump-starting 126 OBD socket 106 Towing 128 California Proposition 65 warning 107

INDEX

Everything from A to Z 138 OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX

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About this Owner's Manual Symbols used Your individual vehicle In compiling this Owner's Manual we have Indicates precautions that must be The manufacturer of your MINI is the Bay- made every effort to furnish you with a followed precisely in order to avoid erische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, convenient reference source affording the possibility of personal injury and seri- BMW AG. quick access to all the essentials. The fast- ous damage to the vehicle. On purchasing your MINI, you have decided est way to find detailed information on any in favor of a model with individualized specific subject is to turn to the compre- Contains information that will assist equipment and features. This Owner's hensive index at the back of the manual. If you in gaining the optimum benefit Manual describes the entire array of you wish to gain an initial overview of your from your vehicle and enable you to care options and equipment that the manufac- vehicle, you will find this in the first chap- more effectively for your vehicle. turer of your MINI makes available with a ter. specific model range. Should you wish to sell your MINI at some Refers to measures that can be taken time in the future, please remember to to help protect the environment. We hope you will understand that equip- hand over this Owner's Manual to the new ment and features are included that you < owner; it is an important part of the vehi- Marks the end of a specific item of infor- might not have chosen for your vehicle. To cle. mation. assist you in identifying possible variations If you have any additional questions, your between your own vehicle and the man- * Indicates special equipment, country- MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you. ual's contents, the passages describing specific equipment and optional extras optional accessories and special equipment when available. are marked with an asterisk*.

Vehicle Memory, refer to page 37. If your MINI features equipment that is not Identifies functions that can be spe- described in this Owner's Manual – a car cifically adapted for a particular vehicle. radio, for instance – we have enclosed addi- These adjustments can be performed either tional operating instructions. We ask you to by yourself or by your MINI Dealer. read these manuals as well.

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Editorial notice For your own safety Maintenance and repair The manufacturer pursues a policy of con- Advanced technology, e.g. the use of OVERVIEW tinuous, ongoing development that is con- Fuels modern materials and high-perfor- ceived to ensure that the MINI continues to Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels mance electronics, requires specially embody the highest quality and safety containing up to and including 10% adapted maintenance and repair methods. standards combined with advanced, state- ethanol or other oxygenates with up to Therefore, only have corresponding work of-the-art technology. For this reason, the 2.8% oxygen by weight, i.e. 15% MTBE or on your MINI carried out by a MINI Dealer features described in this Owner's Manual 3% methanol plus an equivalent amount of or a workshop that works according to could differ from those on your vehicle. Nor co-solvent, will not void the applicable war- MINI repair procedures with correspond- can errors and omissions be entirely ruled ranties with respect to defects in materials ingly trained personnel. If work is carried out. or workmanship. Field experience has indi- out improperly there is a danger of conse- You are therefore asked to appreciate that cated significant differences in fuel quality, quential damage and the related safety < no claims can be entertained on the basis i.e. volatility, composition, additives, etc., risks. of the data, illustrations or descriptions in among gasolines offered for sale in the this Owner's Manual. United States and Canada. The use of poor- quality fuels may result in driveability, starting and stalling problems, especially under certain environmental conditions such as high ambient temperature and high altitude. REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS Should you encounter driveability problems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high-quality brand. Failure to comply with these recommenda- DATA tions may result in unscheduled maintenance. Obey pertinent safety rules when you are handling gasoline.< INDEX

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Parts and accessories approved accessories such as alarms, Service and warranty For your own safety, use genuine radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, This manual is supplemented by a Service parts and accessories approved by suspension components, brake dust and Warranty Information Booklet for US the manufacturer of the MINI. shields, telephones, including operation of models or a Warranty and Service Guide When you purchase accessories tested any portable cellular phone from within Booklet for Canadian models. the vehicle without using an externally and approved by the manufacturer of the We recommend that you read this publica- mounted antenna, or transceiver equip- MINI and Original MINI Parts, you simulta- tion thoroughly. neously acquire the assurance that they ment, e.g. CB, walkie-talkie, ham radio or Your MINI is covered by the following war- have been thoroughly tested by the manu- similar, may cause extensive damage to the ranties: facturer of the MINI to ensure optimum vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere performance when installed on your vehi- with the vehicle's electrical system or affect >New Vehicle Limited Warranty cle. the validity of the MINI Limited Warranty. >Rust Perforation Limited Warranty The manufacturer of the MINI warrants See your MINI Dealer for additional infor- >Federal Emissions System Defect War- < these parts to be free from defects in mate- mation. ranty rial and workmanship. >Federal Emissions Performance War- The manufacturer of the MINI will not Maintenance, replacement, or repair ranty accept any liability for damages resulting of the emission control devices and >California Emission Control System Lim- from installation of parts and accessories systems must be performed by an autho- ited Warranty. not approved by the manufacturer rized MINI Dealership or individual using Detailed information about these warran- < of the MINI. certified MINI parts. ties is listed in the Service and Warranty The manufacturer of the MINI cannot test Information Booklet for US models or in the every product from other manufacturers to Symbol on vehicle parts Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for verify if it can be used on a MINI safely and Indicates that you should consult the Canadian models. without risk to either the vehicle, its opera- relevant section of this Owner's Man- tion, or its occupants. ual for information on a particular part or Original MINI Parts, MINI Accessories and assembly. other products approved by the manufacturer of the MINI, together with professional advice on using these items, are available from all MINI Dealers. Installation and operation of non-MINI

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Reporting safety defects The following only applies to vehicles OVERVIEW owned and operated in the US. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to noti- fying the MINI Division of BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, telephone toll- free 1-866-275-6464. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems

between you, your dealer, or BMW of North REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 or 366-0123 in Wash- ington, D.C. area, or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, DATA Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. INDEX

OVERVIEW OVERVIEW

CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS

TECHNICAL DATA DATA

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Overview 11

COCKPIT

1 >Parking lamps/Low beams 48 2 Washer/wiper system 50 6 Bonnet release 95 > Turn signal indicators 49 3 Instrument lighting 49 7 Horn 18 >Standing lamps 48 4 Outside mirror adjustment 36 8 Adjusting steering wheel 36 >High beams 49 >Headlamp flasher 49 5 Hazard warning flashers 9 OBD interface socket 106 >Onboard computer 57

DISPLAY ELEMENTS OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS

1 Tachometer 54 4 Indicator for 6 Fuel gauge 54 > with indicator and warning lamps, Odometer 54 7 Engine coolant temperature gauge 55 page 15 ff >Trip odometer 54 > DATA 2 Display for onboard computer 57 Service interval 56 > If there is no onboard computer: Program display for Continuously Vari- Display of outside temperature and cur- able automatic Transmission rent vehicle speed (CVT) 47 3 Speedometer with indicator and warning 5 Trip odometer, reset to zero 54

lamps, page 15 ff INDEX

DISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM*

1 Tachometer 54 3 Speedometer with indicator and warning 5 Indicator for with indicator and warning lamps, lamps, page 15 ff >Odometer 54 > page 15 ff 4 Trip odometer, reset to zero 54 Trip odometer 54 > 2 Additional indicator and warning lamps, Service interval 56 > page 16 ff, display for onboard computer Program display for Continuously Vari- in navigation system, refer to separate able automatic Transmission Owner's Manual (CVT) 47

INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS

Technology that monitors itself Red: stop immediately Brake warning lamp + The system runs a check on the indicator Battery charge current + Lights up although parking brake is OVERVIEW and warning lamps marked by + each time The battery is no longer being released: check the brake fluid you switch on the ignition. They each light charged. Indicates a defective alter- level. Before driving further, be sure to up once for different periods of time. nator drive belt or a problem with the comply with the information on pages 86 and 101. If a malfunction should occur in one of charge circuit. Please contact the nearest these systems, the corresponding lamp MINI Dealer. Brake warning lamp for Canadian does not go out after the engine is started If this lamp lights up, the power-assist for models. or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. steering can be deactivated. You will see below the correct way to react If the drive belt is defective, do not With navigation system option: to this. continue driving. The engine could be Coolant temperature warning damaged due to overheating. When the lamp in the speedometer + power-assist is deactivated, increased Lights up while driving: steering effort is required.< Engine is too hot. Switch off the engine immediately and allow to cool down, also Engine oil pressure + refer to page 55. Stop immediately. Switch off engine. Check the engine oil and fill as needed. Please contact the nearest MINI REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS Dealer. Do not continue driving; otherwise, the engine could be damaged because of inadequate lubrication.< DATA INDEX

INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS

Yellow: stop immediately Brake warning lamp together with Airbags + Flat Tire Monitor + the yellow indicator warning lamps Please have the system inspected Flashes: tire failure. ABS, CBC, EBV and ASC/DSC for at your MINI Dealer. Reduce speed immediately and Canadian models. More information on page 65. stop the vehicle. Depending on the level of equipment, the indicator lamp is in the vicinity of With Run Flat tires: the navigation system.< Carefully reduce the driving speed to below 50 mph / 80 km/h and continue to a safe Bonnet/Tailgate location. Red: an important reminder Lights up when the bonnet and/or In both cases, avoid hard brake applications Brake warning lamp tailgate are open. and steering maneuvers. Check the tire with parking brake applied. More information on pages 27, 95. inflation pressures. More information on the parking Brake pads Conduct in the event of a flat tire, refer to brake on page 43. Have the condition of the brake pages 93, 116, 117, 121. Brake warning lamp for Canadian pads checked. General information on the system, refer to models. More information on page 86. page 62. Depending on the level of equipment, Fasten safety belts + the indicator lamp is in the vicinity of Red and yellow: continue driving Lights up for several seconds or, de- the navigation system.< cautiously pending on the version, until after Brake warning light together with the safety belts are fastened. A signal* also yellow indicator lamp for ABS, CBC, sounds depending on the version. EBD and ASC/DSC: More information on page 35. The control system ABS, CBC, EBD Depending on the level of equipment, and ASC/DSC has failed. Drive cau- the indicator lamp is in the vicinity of tiously and defensively. Avoid full the navigation system.< brake applications. Please have the system checked by your MINI Dealer as soon as possible. More information on pages 59, 60.

INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS

Yellow: check as soon as possible Service Engine Soon + Green: for your information Flat Tire Monitor + If the warning lamp comes on Turn signal indicators OVERVIEW Stays lit: the system is defective. either continuously or intermit- Flashes when turn signal indicator Please have the system inspected tently, this indicates a malfunction in the is on. at your MINI Dealer. emissions-related electronic systems. Rapid flashing: the system is defective. More information on page 62. Although the vehicle remains operational, More information on page 49. you should have the systems checked by Antilock Brake System (ABS) + Cruise control your MINI Dealer at the earliest possible ABS has been deactivated in Lights up when the cruise control is opportunity. response to system malfunction. activated: operation via the multi- Conventional braking efficiency is avail- Service Engine Soon warning lamp function steering wheel or multifunction able. Please have the system inspected at for Canadian models. sports steering wheel. your MINI Dealer. More information on page 52. More information on page 61. Engine electronics* + Malfunction in the engine electron- ABS indicator lamp for Canadian Blue: for your information ics. You can continue to drive with models. High beams reduced engine output or engine speed. Comes on when the high beams Please have the system inspected at your All Season traction Control (ASC)/ are on or the headlamp flasher is MINI Dealer. Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) + actuated. Check Gas Cap* +

Indicator lamp flashes: More information on page 49. REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS System active: drive and braking forces are This indicator lamp comes on regulated. when the fuel gas cap is loose or The indicator lamp stays lit: ASC/DSC missing. Close the gas cap tightly: switched off with button or defective. In Refer to page 85. the event of a defect: please have the sys- Depending on the level of equipment, tem inspected at your MINI Dealer. the indicator lamp is in the vicinity of DATA More information on pages 59, 60. the navigation system.< INDEX

MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEELS*

Steering wheels with multifunctions The control buttons integrated within the multifunction steering wheel and the multifunction sports steering wheel have been designed to allow you to operate a number of accessories both quickly and safely, without taking your eyes from the road: >Some audio source functions >Cruise control.

Steering wheel Left: 1 Call up and continue cruise control 5 Operation of: 2 Activate/interrupt/deactivate cruise >Radio control Press briefly: next/previous station stored in memory 3 Store and accelerate cruise control Extended pressure: station scan 4 Store and decelerate cruise control >CD Press briefly: jump to next track Right: Extended pressure: search within cur- 5 Volume rent title > 6 Changing between radio, CD and cas- Cassette sette Press briefly: jump to next track or stop fast forward Extended pressure: fast forward/ rewind If the Wave radio is installed, the above options for cassette player operation are not available.<

18 MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEELS*

5 Fast forward/rewind >Radio Press briefly: next/previous station OVERVIEW stored in memory Extended pressure: station scan >CD Press briefly: jump to next track Extended pressure: search within current title >Cassette Press briefly: jump to next track or stop fast forward Sports steering wheel Extended pressure: fast forward 1 Call up and continue cruise control If the Wave radio is installed, the 2 Store and accelerate cruise control above options for cassette < 3 Activate/interrupt/deactivate cruise player operation are not available. control 6 Volume 4 Store and decelerate cruise control REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX

19 20 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW

CONTROLS CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES REPAIRS OPERATION

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Controls 21 KEYS

Initializing the master key with remote control When you activate a master key with remote control – for example a replacement or additional key, or after a battery change – it must be initialized. This initialization can be performed in two ways: Press button or button , refer to page 24, four times in succession or The key set of your MINI consists of three Changing battery if the vehicle is unlocked: keys. Replace if it is no longer possible to unlock 1. Switch the ignition on briefly, position 2, 1 Two master keys with remote control the vehicle via the remote control. and then off If the battery is discharged, please 2. Within 10 seconds, press button consult your MINI Dealer. For Only use a battery of the type specified on the battery, CR 2032, and and button , refer to page 24, in suc- changing the battery, refer to the next cession. section.< make absolutely sure that it is fitted in the correct position.< 2 Spare key In the event of a system malfunction, For keeping in a safe place, e.g. in your 1. Apply a screwdriver at the recess please contact your MINI Dealer. You wallet. This key is not intended for con- 2. Use the screwdriver to lever out the can also obtain replacement keys and bat- < stant use cover. teries there.

Return used batteries to a recycling point or your MINI Dealer.<

22 CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

The concept Via remote control For US owners only The central locking system is ready for The remote control gives you an exception- The transmitter and receiver units comply OVERVIEW operation whenever the driver's door is ally convenient method for unlocking and with part 15 of the FCC, Federal Communi- closed. The doors, the tailgate and the fuel locking your vehicle. It also offers addi- cations Commission, regulations. Opera- filler door are unlocked or locked. tional functions: tion is governed by the following: The central locking system secures your >To open the power windows and the FCC ID: LX8765S MINI: glass sunroof, refer to page 24. LX8765E >When operated from the outside via the Locking/unlocking the vehicle automati- LX8CAS CONTROLS remote control as well as via the door cally activates/deactivates the anti-theft Compliance statement: lock system and switches the interior lamps off/ This device complies with part 15 of the > When operated from the inside via a on. FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- switch. If the vehicle has been properly locked lowing two conditions: If operated from outside, the anti-theft sys- using the remote control, the hazard warn- >This device may not cause harmful inter- tem is activated at the same time. This pre- ing system flashes once. ference, and vents the doors from being unlocked via When the vehicle is unlocked, the hazard >this device must accept any interference safety lock buttons or door handles. warning system does not react. received, including interference that may In the event of an accident, the central lock- cause undesired operation. ing system unlocks automatically. The haz- Children might be able to lock the ard warning system and interior lamps are doors from the inside. Always take Any unauthorized modifications or REPAIRS OPERATION also switched on. the vehicle keys with you so that the vehi- changes to these devices could void cle can be opened again from the outside at the user's authority to operate this equip- < any time. ment.< DATA INDEX

23 OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

Unlocking Convenience opening mode 1. Press button once to unlock the Press and hold button . driver's door only. The power windows and glass sunroof are The interior lamps are switched on and opened. the hazard warning flashers flash twice* 2. Press button a second time to You can have the opening of the win- unlock the other door as well as the tail- dows and glass sunroof with the gate and the fuel filler door. remote control activated/deactivated.<

You can have this function activated/ Convenience closing is not possible deactivated by your MINI Dealer.< by means of the remote control.< 1 Unlocking and convenience opening If none of the vehicle doors are Locking and securing 2 Locking and securing opened within 2 minutes, the central Press button . locking system locks the vehicle automati- If the remote control does not react, The hazard warning system flashes once. cally. The anti-theft system is not activated. the battery is discharged. To deadlock the vehicle, refer to the next In the event of a system malfunction, column.< please contact your MINI Dealer. You can also obtain replacement keys and batteries You can have the vehicle's automatic there. locking feature activated/deacti- Battery changing, refer to page 22.< vated.<

24 OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

Malfunctions Manual operation External systems or devices may cause local In the event of electrical malfunction: OVERVIEW interference in the functions of the remote The driver's door can be locked or unlocked control. by turning the key in the door lock all the In this case, unlock the vehicle via the door way to the left or right. lock. Convenience closing via the door lock You can also close the power windows and CONTROLS the glass sunroof via the door lock. With the door closed, hold the key in the locking position. Via the door lock 1. One turn of the key in the driver's You can have the closing of the win- door lock unlocks the driver's door only dows and glass sunroof via the door 2. Turning the key a second time unlocks lock activated/deactivated.< the other door, the tailgate and the fuel filler door.

You can have this function activated/ REPAIRS OPERATION deactivated by your MINI Dealer.<

If the vehicle has been properly locked, the hazard warning system flashes once. When the vehicle is unlocked, the hazard

warning system flashes twice*. DATA INDEX

25 OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM INSIDE

To lock To unlock and open the doors Briefly press the switch downward 1. Briefly press the switch upward or 2. Pull the door handle above the armrest push down the safety lock buttons on the or doors. pull the door handle for each door twice: to unlock first and then open. After you have driven off, the central locking system automatically locks your MINI once a certain speed has been reached.<

With this switch, you operate the central You can have this function activated/ locking system when the doors are closed. deactivated by your MINI Dealer.< The doors and tailgate are unlocked or locked only. The anti-theft system is not Do not lock the safety lock buttons activated. while driving, since these doors will not unlock automatically in the event of an If the remote control has been used accident. Children might be able to lock the to unlock only the driver's door, refer doors from the inside. Always take the to page 24, and you touch the switch when vehicle's keys with you so that you can the driver's door is open, the other door, the open the vehicle again from the outside at tailgate, and the fuel filler door are any time.< unlocked. If the driver's door is closed, touching the switch locks it.<

26 TAILGATE OVERVIEW CONTROLS

To open from the outside To unlock manually To close Push the button in the strip handle and In the event of an electrical malfunction, The handle recesses in the interior trim open the tailgate. you can also unlock the tailgate manually. panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull For information on unlocking via the cen- 1. Fold the rear seat bench upwards the lid down. tral locking system, refer to page 26. 2. Pull the ring. The tailgate is unlocked. To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the tailgate is clear

when it is closed, as with all closing proce- REPAIRS OPERATION dures. Operate the vehicle only when the tailgate is closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could penetrate the interior of the vehicle.< Should it be absolutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the tailgate open: DATA 1. Close all windows and the glass sunroof 2. Sharply increase the air supply for the air conditioning or automatic climate control, refer to page 67 or 70. INDEX

27 ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS

or Convenience operation with the engine running: For convenience operation using the Briefly press the switch upwards. remote control refer to page 24, for opera- The window closes automatically. tion via the door lock refer to page 25. Pressing the switch again stops the operation. To initialize power windows If the battery is disconnected, e.g. for The window on the front passenger's changing batteries or vehicle storage, side cannot be closed automati- re-initialize the power windows. Other- cally.< wise the windows will not be lowered when the door is opened.< To open and close windows Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured.< 1. Close the doors From ignition key position 1: 2. Close both windows To open: After the ignition has been switched off: 3. Hold both switches of the power win- Press the switch downwards. You can continue using the electric power dows up for approx. one second. The window opens until you release the windows for a limited period as long as no switch one opens any of the doors. In the event of a system malfunction, < or If a door is opened during operation, the please contact your MINI Dealer. briefly press the switch downwards. opening/closing process stops immedi- The window opens automatically. ately. Pressing the switch again stops the operation. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key from the lock To close: and remember to close the doors, e.g. to prevent children from operating the power Press the switch upwards. windows and injuring themselves.< The window closes until you release the switch

28 GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC*

To prevent injuries, exercise care Do not use force to close the glass when closing the glass sunroof and sunroof in its raised position, as dam- keep it in your field of vision until it is shut. age to the mechanism could result.< OVERVIEW Make sure that the closing path of the sunroof is clear. After the ignition has been switched off: When leaving the vehicle, always remove You can continue using the electric power the ignition key from the lock and remem- windows for a limited period as long as no ber to close the doors, e.g. to prevent chil- one opens any of the doors. CONTROLS dren from operating the sunroof and injur- If a door is opened during operation, the ing themselves. opening/closing process stops immedi- Be sure that adequate clearance is main- ately. tained for the opening path of the glass < To raise sunroof; otherwise damage can occur. Automatic opening and closing From ignition key position 1: From ignition key position 2: Convenience operation Press the switch To open: For convenience operation using the or remote control refer to page 24, for opera- Push the switch back past the point of tion via the door lock refer to page 25. push the switch backwards to the resis- resistance: tance point. The sunroof opens completely. REPAIRS OPERATION To open and close To close: From ignition key position 1: 1. Press the switch past the pressure point: 1. Push the switch in the desired direction The sunroof closes to the raised position until you feel resistance, and hold in this 2. Press the switch again and keep it position depressed: DATA 2. Release the switch when the desired The sunroof closes completely. sunroof position has been reached. Touching the switch briefly during opening and closing stops the movement immediately. INDEX

29 GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC* ROLLER SUN BLIND*

Pinch protection If, while closing, the glass sunroof encoun- ters resistance within roughly the last 8 in / 20 cm, the closing procedure is interrupted and the roof reopens.

Despite the pinch protection, be extremely careful that the travel path of the sunroof is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Otherwise, it is not guaranteed that the closing procedure will be interrupted, for instance if the obstructions offer very little resistance. Manual opening and closing 1 Opening You can disable the pinch protection by In the event of an electrical malfunction, 1. Press the button in the handle, arrow 1 pressing the switch past the pressure point you can also open and close the glass sun- The cap is unlocked and holding it.< roof manually: 2. Guide the roller sun blind towards the 1. Push the clock towards the interior and back. When closing the sunroof from the remove raised position, ensure that the travel 2. Use an Allen key to turn the glass sun- 2 Closing path of the sunroof is not obstructed since roof in the direction required. 1. Use the handle to pull the roller sun the pinch protection is not active in this blind forwards position.< 2. Engage the handle in the device, arrow 2.

30 SAFE SEATING POSITION

The ideal seating position can make a vital head rest near or on a side airbag because will not exert pressure against the abdomi- contribution to relaxed, relatively fatigue- the inflating airbag could cause a serious or nal area. free driving. Together with the safety belts fatal injury.< Never allow more than one person to wear OVERVIEW and airbags, the seating position also plays a single safety belt. Never allow infants or an important role in providing occupants Even if all these instructions are followed, it small children to ride in a passenger's lap. with maximum levels of passive safety in cannot entirely be ruled out that in some Do not route the belt across your neck, or an accident. To ensure that the safety sys- circumstances injury may result from con- run it across sharp edges. Be sure that the tems operate with optimal efficiency, we tact with the airbags. In sensitive individu- belt does not become caught or jammed. CONTROLS strongly urge you to observe the instruc- als, the ignition and inflation noise may Avoid twisting the belt while routing it tions contained in the following section. induce a mild hearing loss that is usually firmly across the hips and shoulder; wear it For additional information about trans- temporary. as snugly against your body as possible and porting children safely, refer to page 38. For airbag locations and additional infor- do not allow it to rest against sharp or frag- mation on airbags, refer to page 65. ile objects. Otherwise, the belt could slide Sitting safely with airbags over your hips in the event of a frontal impact and cause abdominal injury. Avoid Always maintain an adequate dis- Safe seating position with safety belt wearing bulky clothing and pull on the lap tance between yourself and all of the Fasten your safety belt before each drive. belt periodically to retension it over your airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by Airbags are an additional safety device and shoulder. Otherwise, the safety belt's the rim with the hands at the 9 and work in conjunction with the safety belts, restraint effectiveness could be reduced.< 3 o'clock positions to keep any chance of but do not replace them. REPAIRS OPERATION injury to hands or arms to an absolute min- Your vehicle is equipped with four seats, For information on using the safety belts, imum, should the airbag be deployed. each of which is provided with a safety belt. refer to page 35. No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not At all times, occupants should sit use the front passenger airbag cover as a upright and be properly restrained – storage surface for objects of any kind. infants and small children in appropriate DATA Ensure that the front passenger is correctly child-restraint systems; larger children and seated, i.e. that no feet or legs are propped adults using the safety belts. against the dashboad. Otherwise, leg injury Expectant mothers should always wear could result if the front passenger airbag their safety belts, taking care to position suddenly deployed. Never let an occupant's the lap belt against the lower hips, where it INDEX

31 SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Important adjustment information Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with an unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. While driving, do not recline the backrest too far toward the rear. This especially applies to the front passenger side. If you do so, there is a risk that you will slide under the safety belt in an accident, thus reducing the protection provided by the Longitudinal adjustment Height adjustment safety belt.< 1. Lift the handle 1. To raise: 2. Push the seat into the desired position Pull the handle up repeatedly, continu- 3. After releasing the handle, apply pres- ing until the seat reaches the desired sure to the seat to ensure that the latch height engages securely. 2. To lower: Push the handle repeatedly, continuing until the seat reaches the desired height.

32 SEAT ADJUSTMENT HEAD RESTRAINTS OVERVIEW CONTROLS

Lumbar support* Backrest tilt Adjusting You can adjust the contour of the backrest 1. Pull up the lever at the inside of the seat To raise: pull the head restraint upward. for additional support in the curvature of 2. Apply weight to or remove weight from To lower: press the button and push the your spine's lumbar region. The upper hips the backrest as required head restraint downward. and spinal column receive supplementary 3. Release the lever so that the backrest support to help you maintain a relaxed, locks into place. You can reduce the risk of spinal upright posture. injury and whiplash by adjusting the Turn the wheel. head restraint to a height at which it is cen- REPAIRS OPERATION The contour is strengthened or weakened. tered roughly at ear level.< DATA INDEX

33 HEAD RESTRAINTS ENTRY TO THE REAR

Removal Original position 1. Pull up the head restraint, continuing Slide the seat back to its home posi- until it is at maximum extension tion before folding back the backrest, 2. Press the button and remove the head otherwise the seat is latched in at its cur- restraint at the same time. rent position. In this case, adjust the longitudinal position manually, refer to Installation page 32.< 1. Press the button and at the same time insert the head restraint in the reception 1. Push the seat back into its home posi- points tion 2. Adjust the head restraint. 2. Fold the backrest back to the home position to lock the seat. Easy entry To avoid possible violation of traffic The Easy entry function includes a memory laws, never retract the head When returning the seat to the rear for the longitudinal seat and the backrest restraints unless the rear seats are empty. position, ensure that no one is positions. Always ensure that the head restraints are injured and that no objects are damaged. raised before transporting passengers in 1. Push down the lever at the outside of Engage and lock both seats and backrests the rear seat.< the seat, arrow 1. into position prior to driving; otherwise The backrest folds forward automati- unexpected movement could increase the cally risk of accident.< 2. Push the seat forward, arrow 2.

34 SAFETY BELTS SEAT HEATING* OVERVIEW CONTROLS

To close Safety belt height adjustment The seat cushion and backrest can be Make sure you hear the lock engage in the Use the height adjustment mechanism to heated with the ignition key in position 2. belt buckle. adapt the safety belt to the ideal position Select the temperature setting: Fasten safety belts: the warning for your own body: lamp lights up until after the safety Press the button and at the same time push Press each button briefly. belt is fastened. An acoustic signal the entire unit upwards or downwards. Direct deactivation from the second tem- sounds for several seconds. Also observe the instructions on adjusting perature setting: REPAIRS OPERATION the seats on page 31. To release Press the button for a longer period. 1. Press the red button in the belt buckle Damaged safety belts 2. Hold the belt If the safety belts are damaged or 3. Guide the belt back into its reel. stretched in an accident: have the

safety belt system replaced by your MINI DATA Dealer and the belt anchors checked, otherwise the safety function can no longer be guaranteed. If a child-restraint system was in the vehicle during an accident, consult the manufacturer's instructions regarding

replacement.< INDEX 35 STEERING WHEEL MIRRORS

Do not adjust the steering wheel Outside mirror adjustment Interior rearview mirror while the vehicle is moving; other- 1 Switch for choosing between the left and To reduce glare from vehicles behind you wise unexpected movement could increase right mirror when you are driving at night: the risk of accident.< 2 Switch for 4-way adjustment Tilt the lever forward.

Adjusting Manual adjustment Illuminated vanity mirror 1. Push the locking lever downward The mirrors can also be adjusted manually: From ignition key position 1: 2. Adjust the desired steering wheel position Press the edge of the lens. 1. Fold down the sun visor 3. Pull the lever back in. 2. Fold the cover panel upwards. Electric heating* Both mirrors are heated automatically Sun visors when the ignition key is in position 2. Can be swung sideways.

36 MIRRORS VEHICLE MEMORY

How the system functions >Setting units for outside temperature No doubt you have often reflected on how and fuel consumption display, refer to OVERVIEW great it would be if you could configure page 57 > your vehicle's various adjustment settings Setting units for display of temperatures to meet your own personal requirements. specified for automatic climate control In developing this vehicle, the manufac- system, refer to page 71 > turer of the MINI has incorporated a num- Volume control PDC, refer to page 64 >Acoustic alarm for starting PDC activa- ber of options that you or your MINI Dealer CONTROLS can program to suit your individual prefer- tion, refer to page 64. ences. This symbol alerts you to Vehicle What the system can do Memory functions in the Owner's Interior mirror, automatic dimming* Manual.< Your MINI Dealer can provide you with This mirror dims automatically as required. details on the capabilities of the Vehicle After memory functions have been The mirror becomes clear again when you Memory system. engage reverse gear or select position R on reconfigured, your vehicle may oper- Examples for Vehicle Memory: the selector lever. ate slightly differently from the descrip- >Automatic locking if none of the vehicle tions used in this Owner's Manual. If you Keep the photocells free and clean to doors are opened, refer to page 24 decide to sell your MINI one day, please ensure that the mirror functions perfectly. >Automatic locking after starting to drive, remember to have the memory functions REPAIRS OPERATION There is one photocell in the mirror frame; refer to page 26 reset to their default configuration.< the other is on the back of the mirror. >Selective central locking system, refer to pages 24, 25 Do not cover the area between the >Convenience operation, refer to inside rearview mirror and the wind- pages 24, 25 shield, and do not place stickers or toll tags >'Follow-me-home' lamps, refer to DATA on the windshield in front of the mirror.< page 48 >Daytime driving lamps, refer to page 49 >Speed-dependent windshield wipers, refer to page 51 INDEX

37 TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

The proper place for children Child-restraint system in the rear Exception for the front passenger seat Children should always sit in the rear: Children under 13 years of age and Never install a rearward-facing child- Accident research shows that the safest children less than 5 ft / 150 cm tall restraint system in the front passen- place for children in a vehicle is in the rear should always ride in the rear and the ger seat of this vehicle if the passenger's seat. restraint systems should be secured with airbag is not deactivated. If you do so, the the vehicle's safety belts.< child could be severely injured or killed Older children should be tightly secured when the airbag is triggered. Your vehicle is with a safety belt, after they have out- Younger children should be secured in an equipped with an airbag supplemental grown a booster seat that is appropriate for appropriate forward-facing child-restraint restraint system for the front passenger. their age, height and weight. system that has first been properly Because the backrest on any rearward-fac- restrained. We strongly urge you to care- ing child-restraint system – of the kind A child sitting in the rear seat and not fully read and comply with the instructions designed for infants under 1 year and properly restrained may place his or for installation and use provided by the 20 Ibs / 9 kg – would be within the airbag's her head on or near the airbag, if so child-restraint's manufacturer whenever deployment range, you should never equipped. For example, a child – even you use such a device. mount such a system in the front passen- though belted – may fall asleep with his or ger seat, since the impact of the airbag her head against the side airbag. It may be All rear seating positions in your vehicle against the child restraint's backrest could difficult for a driver to ensure that children meet the recommendations of SAE J1819, lead to serious or fatal injuries.< in the rear seat will remain properly posi- an industry-recommended practice for tioned at all times and do not place their securing child-restraint systems in motor heads on or near the side airbag. Therefore, vehicles. we recommend that the rear side airbags, if provided, be deactivated if you plan to transport children in the rear seat.<

38 TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

Installing child-restraint systems To unlock the belt Before installing any child-restraint system Release the buckle, remove the child- OVERVIEW or child seat, read the following: restraint system and allow the belt retractor to reel the belt completely in. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions concerning installation and use; otherwise the system's protective

function could be impaired. CONTROLS After an accident, have all parts of the affected safety belt system inspected and/ or replaced by your MINI Dealer.< Child seat security Commercially available child-restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap All of the rear belt retractors and the front belt or with the lap belt portion of a combi- passenger's safety belt can be locked for nation lap/shoulder belt. Improperly or mounting and securing child-restraint sys- inadequately installed restraint systems tems. can increase the risk of injury to children. Information regarding this is located near Always read and follow the instructions the buckle latch of each safety belt. that come with the system. REPAIRS OPERATION To lock the belt Pull the entire length of the belt from the belt retractor. Allow the reel to retract the belt somewhat and engage the buckle, then tighten the belt against the child- DATA restraint system. The retraction mechanism is now locked. INDEX

39 TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

Child-restraint system with tether Both seating positions are fitted with a LATCH child-restraint mounting strap head restraint. system If you use a child-restraint system with a Lift the head restraint and pass the tether Open the cover. tether strap: strap between the head restraint and the The illustration is an example showing the Depending on the location selected for seat back. It is recommended to readjust mounts for the LATCH, Lower Anchors and seating in the rear passenger area, attach the head restraint into the lowest possible Tethers for CHildren, child-restraint mount- the tether strap to the corresponding position. ing system at the right rear. anchorage point to secure the child- Adjust the tether strap according to the The system is also available at the left rear restraint system. child-restraint manufacturer's instructions. position. Canadian models only: The LATCH anchorage points are identified by buttons, see illustration.

Always follow all manufacturer's instructions and observe all safety precautions when installing the LATCH child-restraint system.<

40 IGNITION LOCK STARTING THE ENGINE

1 Steering unlocked Do not let the engine warm up with Individual electrical accessories are ready the vehicle at a standstill. Move off < OVERVIEW for operation. immediately at a moderate engine speed. You will find that it is often easier to turn Do not allow the engine to run in the ignition key from position 0 to enclosed spaces. Breathing the nox- position 1 when you move the steering ious exhaust gases can lead to uncon- wheel slightly to help disengage the lock. sciousness and death. The exhaust gases CONTROLS contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and 2 Ignition switched on colorless, but highly toxic gas. All electrical accessories are ready for oper- Do not leave the vehicle unattended with ation. the engine running. This is a safety hazard. 0 Steering locked When driving, standing at idle, and parking The key can be inserted or removed in this 3 Starting the engine the vehicle, take care to avoid contact position only. Vehicles with manual transmission: between the hot exhaust system and flam- Step on the clutch when starting the mable materials, e.g. hay, grass, leaves, etc. To lock the steering: vehicle. A lockout prevents the engine from Such contact could lead to a fire resulting in 1. Remove the key starting if the clutch is not depressed.< serious personal injury and property dam- < 2. Turn the steering wheel slightly to the age. left or right until the lock engages. REPAIRS OPERATION A sound alarm goes off if the key remains in the ignition after opening the driver's door.

Vehicles with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT): DATA Do not move the selector lever from position P until the engine is running. The ignition key cannot be turned to position 0 and removed until the selector lever is in position P, interlock. INDEX

41 STARTING THE ENGINE

Starting Manual transmission Continuously Variable automatic When starting the engine, do not press the 1. Engage the parking brake Transmission (CVT) accelerator pedal. 2. Put the manual gearshift lever in neutral 1. Press the footbrake 3. Press the clutch pedal 2. Put the selector lever in position P or N Do not actuate the starter for too 4. Start the engine. 3. Start the engine. short a time. Do not turn it for more than approx. 20 seconds. Release the igni- Move the gearshift lever to neutral Move the selector lever to position P tion key immediately when the engine position and engage the parking and engage the parking brake before starts. brake before leaving your vehicle with the leaving your vehicle with the engine run- Extended starting attempts, characterized engine running. ning. by excessively frequent or long periods Do not leave the vehicle unattended with Do not leave the vehicle unattended with with the starter engaged, can lead to dam- the engine running. This is a safety haz- the engine running. This is a safety haz- age in the catalytic converter.< ard.< ard.<

If the engine does not start on the first attempt, for instance if the engine is very hot or cold: When starting the engine, press the gas pedal down halfway.

When first starting the engine at very low temperatures, from +57 / –156: When starting the engine, press the gas pedal down halfway. For the initial start attempt, allow the starter to remain engaged somewhat longer, approx. 10 seconds.

42 SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE PARKING BRAKE

You should never remove the ignition If, in exceptional circumstances, it key when the vehicle is in motion, as should be necessary to engage the the steering lock could engage. parking brake while the vehicle is in OVERVIEW When you leave the vehicle, always remove motion, do not pull the lever with excessive the ignition key and engage the steering pressure. Keep your thumb pressed against lock. the release button while carefully pulling When you park on downward slopes, the lever up to apply moderate pressure. engage the parking brake.< Excessive pressure can lead to overbraking CONTROLS and loss of traction, i.e. fishtailing, at the Manual transmission rear axle. The brake lamps do not come on Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0. when the parking brake is engaged. Vehicles with manual transmission: Continuously Variable automatic The parking brake is designed primarily to Always engage the parking brake when Transmission (CVT) prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is parking on hills and inclined surfaces, as parked. It operates against the rear wheels. first gear or reverse may not provide ade- Engage selector lever position P, turn the quate resistance to rolling. ignition key to position 1 or 0. To engage Vehicles with CVT: Lever automatically locks in position. Place the selector lever in P.< The indicator lamp in the instrument clus-

ter lights up from ignition key position 2, To avoid corrosion and one-sided REPAIRS OPERATION refer to page 16. braking, apply the parking brake lightly from time to time when coasting to To release a standstill, for instance at a traffic light, provided that it is safe to do so.< 1. Pull up slightly 2. Press the button DATA 3. Push the lever downwards. INDEX

43 MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Reverse gear Before selecting reverse gear, ensure the vehicle is stationary; then, fully depress the clutch pedal and pause briefly before moving the gearshift lever into position. 5-speed transmission: Press the gearshift lever to the right and to the back. 6-speed transmission: Press the gearshift lever towards the left. Thereby overcome the slight resistance and 6-speed transmission* press forward. When changing gear in the 5th/6th As you do this, the backup lamps will turn gear plane, press the gearshift lever on automatically when the ignition key is to the right to prevent inadvertently shift- in position 2. ing to a gear of the 3rd/4th gear plane.< Do not hold the vehicle in place on slopes by slipping or 'riding' the clutch. Use the parking brake instead. Riding the clutch causes the clutch assembly to wear out sooner.<

44 CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*

You can drive with a continuously variable To prevent the vehicle from starting shifting CVT. In addition, you can also shift off on its own, always move the manually. selector lever to position P and engage the OVERVIEW When in manual selection mode, you have parking brake before getting out of your the option of changing gears by using vehicle with the engine running. either the selector lever or the shift paddles Do not leave the vehicle unattended with on the steering wheel. the engine running. This is a safety hazard.< Under normal operating conditions, fuel CONTROLS consumption is lowest when driving in If the selector lever is not placed in position D. position P when the vehicle is parked, the position display of the selector lever Selector lever positions Range selection stays on. This can lead to battery dis- P R N D M/S + – Inadvertent engaging of certain selector charge.< lever positions is prevented by a lock. Press the button on the front side of the selector lever knob. The lock is released.

While the vehicle is stationary, and before shifting out of P or N, press the REPAIRS OPERATION brake pedal in order to disengage the selector lever lock mechanism, shiftlock. If the engine speed is too high when the vehicle is at a standstill, the selector lever is also blocked to protect the transmission. DATA Hold the brake pedal down until starting off. Otherwise the vehicle will 'creep' when a drive position is engaged.< INDEX

45 CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*

P Park Select P only when the vehicle is completely stopped. The transmission locks to prevent the rear wheels from turning.

R Reverse Select P only when the vehicle is completely stopped.

N Neutral: idle Select N only if your journey is interrupted for a long period. M/S + – Manual mode and Sport Shifting on the steering wheel* program The shift paddles allow the gears to be D Drive: CVT driving position Switch from D into M/S + –: changed rapidly and, above all, safely, since This position is designed for driving under Activates the Sport program and displays both hands can remain on the steering all normal operating conditions. SD in the gear indicator in the speedome- wheel. ter. Use one of the two shift paddles to shift Kickdown Press selector lever once: upwards or downwards: In 'kickdown' mode, you achieve maximum Shifts from the Sport program to the man- >Pull shift paddle toward body: acceleration and maximum speed in ual mode. Transmission shifts upwards position D. >Push shift paddle away from body: Press the accelerator pedal past the Shifting with the selector lever Transmission shifts back. increased resistance point at the full-throt- >Press selector lever briefly towards +: 1 to 6 appear in the gear indicator. tle position. Transmission shifts upwards The transmission will only execute upshifts > Press selector lever briefly towards –: or downshifts that will result in a plausible Transmission shifts back. combination of vehicle speed and engine 1 to 6 appear in the gear indicator. rpm, e.g. downshifts that would result in excessive engine speed are not executed.

46 CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*

In order to accelerate rapidly in the Avoid high engine loads. Please pro- M/S + – Manual mode and in the ceed to the nearest MINI Dealer.< Sport program, e.g. when passing, shift OVERVIEW downwards manually or by kickdown.< Do not work in the engine compartment when a drive gear – forward or Whenever you want to return to automatic reverse – is engaged. If you do this, the shifting, just move the selector lever vehicle could move.< toward the left to position D. CONTROLS Switching from M/S + – Manual mode into Jump-starting and towing, refer to < the selector lever positions P, R and N is pages 126, 128. only possible via D. Available displays P R N D SD 1 2 3 4 5 6 EP

Electronic transmission control module If there is a malfunction in the transmission system, EP appears in the display. All selector lever positions can still be REPAIRS OPERATION selected. In positions for driving forward: the vehicle can now only be driven with a limited gear selection. DATA INDEX

47 PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS

'Follow me home' lamps Daytime driving lamps* If you activate the headlamp flasher after If you desire, the light switch can be left in having switched off the engine and the position 2. lights, the low beams will stay lit for a pre- When the ignition is switched off, the car's set period of time. exterior lights go out.

You can have this function set by The automatic headlamp range con- your MINI Dealer.< trol for xenon lamps only operates with the light switch in position 1 or 2.< Standing lamps, left or right For parking, you can activate lights on one You can have the daytime driving side of the vehicle. Observe local laws. lamp function activated/deactivated Switching on the parking lamps by your MINI Dealer.< Turn to the first position. The front, rear 1. Turn the ignition key to position 0 or and side vehicle lighting is switched on. remove the key Parking light on one side, refer to following 2. Switch on the low beams column. 3. Move the lever to the adequate turn signal indicator position. Switching on the low beams 'Lights on' warning Turn to the second position. With the low beams on and with the ignition switched If the lights have not been switched off and off, only the parking lamps will remain on. the ignition key is in position 0, an acoustic signal sounds for a few seconds when you open the driver's door to remind you that the lights have not been switched off.

48 SIGNAL/HEADLAMP FLASHER INSTRUMENT LIGHTING FOG LAMPS OVERVIEW CONTROLS

1 Turn signal indicator: To control the instrument lighting, press When the parking lamps/low beams are Green indicator lamps and periodic click- the button. switched on: ing sound from the relay Briefly press the switch upwards or down- 2 High beams/Headlamp flasher: To increase the illumination intensity wards. Blue indicator lamp Keep the button pressed until the desired Briefly press once again to switch off. brightness is reached. To signal briefly Fog lamps* Press the lever up to but not beyond the To decrease the illumination intensity Fog lamps switched on: REPAIRS OPERATION point of resistance. Press the button briefly. Green light-emitting diode in the With each brief pressing of the button, the switch lights up. If the blinking of the indicator lamp illumination intensity is reduced in steps. and the clicking from the relay are Rear fog lamp* both faster than normal: one of the turn Rear fog lamp switched on: DATA signal indicators has failed.< Yellow light-emitting diode in the switch lights up. Observe all legal regulations concerning the use of fog lamps. INDEX

49 INTERIOR LAMPS WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM

Footwell and cargo area lamps These lamps are controlled in the same way as the interior light.

Switching the reading lamps on and off Press button 2.

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Light-emitting diodes installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light The interior light is controlled automati- sources for many of the controls and dis- 0 Wipers parked cally. plays in your vehicle. These light-emitting 1 Intermittent operation or rain sensor diodes are related to conventional lasers, Switching the interior lamps on and and legislation defines them as light-emit- 2 Normal wiper speed off manually ting diodes, Class 1. 3 Fast wiper speed Press button 1 briefly. 4 Brief wipe Do not remove the protective lens 5 Clean windshield and headlamps Permanently turn off interior light: and avoid staring directly at the unfil- tered beam for several hours, as inflamma- Press button 1 until the interior light comes Intermittent operation tion of the retina could result.< on briefly. Not on vehicles with rain sensor. To reverse this condition, repeat the proce- The interval time for the wipers is depen- dure. dent on the vehicle speed.

Rain sensor* The rain sensor is located on the windshield, directly in front of the interior rearview mirror. When the rain sensor is activated, the

50 WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM windshield wipers are automatically con- You can have this function activated/ trolled depending on the amount of mois- deactivated by your MINI Dealer.< ture, including snow, on the windshield. OVERVIEW Cleaning windshield and headlamps* To activate the rain sensor: The system sprays washer fluid against the From ignition key position 1: windshield. The wipers are automatically Lever in position 1. activated for a brief period.

The wipers move over the windshield once. When the vehicle lighting is on, the head- CONTROLS To deactivate the rain sensor: lamps are also cleaned at appropriate intervals. Put lever in position 0. Do not use the washers if there is any Switch the rain sensor off when pass- Rear window wiper danger that the fluid will freeze on ing through an automatic car wash. 6 Intermittent operation: the windshield. For this reason, use an anti- Failure to do so could result in damage Turn the cap to position 6. freeze agent, refer to page 98 caused by undesired wiper activation.< The rear window wiper moves across the Do not use the washers when the reservoir window a number of times before is empty, since this could cause damage to switching to intermittent operation Normal wiper speed the washing pump.< When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers Cleaning rear window REPAIRS OPERATION switch automatically to intermittent wip- Heated windshield washer jets* ing. 7 Intermittent operation: The windshield washer jets are heated Turn the cap to position 7 and hold in automatically when the ignition key is in You can have this function activated/ place < position 2. deactivated by your MINI Dealer. 8 In lever position 0:

Turn the cap to position 8 and hold in DATA Fast wiper speed place When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers switch automatically to normal wiper speed. INDEX

51 CRUISE CONTROL*

On the multifunction steering wheel and sports steering wheel The vehicle maintains and stores any desired speed when driving above approx. 20 mph / 30 km/h. Vehicles with manual transmission must be driving in 3rd gear or higher.

Do not use cruise control on twisting roads, when high traffic density prevents driving at a constant speed, or when the road surface does not permit driving at a constant speed, e.g. due to snow, rain, ice, To activate via the multifunction To deactivate loose surfaces.< steering wheel Press button 2 repeatedly until the indica- From ignition key position 1: tor lamp goes out. Press button 2. The cruise control is deactivated when the The indicator lamp in the instrument clus- ignition key is turned to position 0. ter lights up. The stored speed is cleared. Cruise control is active.

To activate via the sports steering wheel 1. Start the engine 2. Press button 2. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. Cruise control is active.

52 CRUISE CONTROL*

To maintain and store speed or to Press and hold button 4. To continue cruise control accelerate With the cruise control active, the system Press button 1. OVERVIEW Press button 3. automatically reduces the throttle opening The vehicle accelerates to and maintains The system maintains and stores the cur- to slow the vehicle. When you release the the last speed stored. rent vehicle speed. Every time you tap the button, the system maintains and stores button, the speed increases by approx. the current speed. 1 mph / 2 km/h.

To cancel the cruise control CONTROLS Press and hold button 3. The cruise control is automatically can- The vehicle accelerates without pressure on celed: the accelerator pedal. When you release >When the brakes are applied the button, the system maintains and >When the clutch pedal is depressed stores the current speed. >If the cruise speed is either exceeded or not met for an extended length of time, If, on a downhill gradient, the engine for example if you press the accelerator braking effect is not sufficient, the pedal and exceed the stored speed. controlled speed may be exceeded. Speed The indicator lamp stays lit. can drop on uphill grades if the engine out- You can use the cruise control again as < put is insufficient. required. REPAIRS OPERATION On the multifunction steering wheel, the To decelerate cruise control can be interrupted manually: Press button 4. When the system is activated, press If you are already driving with active cruise button 2. control, the speed is decreased by approx. DATA 1 mph / 2 km/h every time you briefly tap the button. INDEX

53 ODOMETER TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE

1 Trip odometer Do not operate the engine with the needle In the speedometer To set to zero: in the red overspeed zone of the gauge. If the indicator light 1 begins to be lit con- With ignition key in position 1, press but- To protect the engine, the power is reduced tinuously, there are approx. 2.1 gallons / ton 3 until the trip odometer is at zero. when you approach a certain engine speed 8 liters of fuel in the tank. in this sector. Fuel tank capacity: 2 Odometer approx. 13.2 gallons / 50 liters. You can activate the displays shown in the When you switch on the ignition, the indi- illustration, with the ignition key in cator lamp lights up briefly to confirm that position 0, by pressing button 3 in the dis- the system is operational. play elements. If the angle of the vehicle varies, for example when you are driving in mountainous areas, the needle may fluctuate slightly.

Refill the gas tank early. If you drive to the last drop of fuel, engine functions are not guaranteed and damage can occur.<

54 FUEL GAUGE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

1 Red indicator lamp When you switch on the ignition, warning OVERVIEW lamp 1 comes on briefly to confirm that the system is operational. Lights up while driving: Engine is too hot. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down. CONTROLS Navigation system option Coolant temperature warning lamp in the speedometer lights up In the navigation system Low temperature while driving: Please also comply with the instruc- The needle is at the bottom or on the right Engine is too hot. Switch off the engine tions in the previous section.< of the range. immediately and allow it to cool down. The engine is still cold. Drive at moderate If the indicator light 1 changes from orange engine and vehicle speeds. to red, there are approx. 2.1 gallons / 8 liters of fuel in the tank. Center position Normal operating temperature of the REPAIRS OPERATION engine.

High temperature As soon as there is a deviation from the

center position upwards or to the left: DATA Drive moderately and at low engine speed. If necessary, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down. Checking coolant level, refer to page 100. INDEX

55 SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY CLOCK

The onboard computer bases its calcula- tions of the remaining distance on your driving style in the period immediately pre- ceding your data request. The remaining distance display counts backwards in steps of 35 miles / 50 km to the next service. A flashing message and a minus sign in front of the display that again begins counting forwards mean that the service interval has been exceeded. Please contact your MINI Dealer for an appointment. Remaining distance for service Settings The remaining-distance display disappears The distance remaining before the next after approx. 5 seconds and changes to the From ignition key position 1: scheduled service is displayed in miles / odometer and trip odometer display. Left button: hours kilometers with the ignition key in position For more information on the service inter- Right button: minutes. 1 or higher. The display also indicates val display, refer to page 102. whether an engine oil service and/or an Move forward in increments: inspection is due. Press the button or fast forward: Press and hold the button.

Changeover from 24-hour to 12-hour mode: Press both buttons at the same time for approx. 5 seconds.

56 ONBOARD COMPUTER*

Ice warning If the outside temperature falls below OVERVIEW approx. 37 7 / +36, the onboard computer automatically switches to the outside temperature display. In addition, an acoustic signal can be heard and the display flashes for a short time. CONTROLS The ice warning does not exclude the possibility that surface ice can form at temperatures above 37 7 / +36, e.g. on bridges and shaded roads.< Mode selection Outside temperature With the ignition key in position 1 and higher, If the vehicle is equipped with a tachome- With navigation system option: you can use the button in the turn signal indi- ter, but not with an onboard computer, the The temperature is displayed in the status cator lever to retrieve information from the outside temperature is displayed. line of the navigation system, refer to the onboard computer for display in the tachom- Owner's Manual for the navigation system. eter. By pressing the button briefly, you can You can have the units 6 or 7 set call up a new function for display. by your MINI Dealer.< Current vehicle speed The displays appear in the following order: REPAIRS OPERATION If the vehicle is equipped with a tachome- Outside temperature, range, average con- ter, but not with an onboard computer, the sumption and current consumption, aver- current vehicle speed is displayed. age speed and current speed. With the ignition key in position 1 and Starting with ignition key position 1, the higher, you can use the button in the turn

last active setting is displayed. DATA signal indicator lever to call this up in the tachometer display. Briefly press the but- If the vehicle is equipped with a navi- ton to switch the display from the outside gation system, you will find more temperature to the current vehicle speed. information on the onboard computer in the navigation system Owner's Manual.< INDEX

57 ONBOARD COMPUTER*

Range Current fuel consumption The onboard computer bases its calcula- The current consumption value is calcu- tions for the cruising range on the driving lated and displayed on the basis of your style and on the remaining fuel in the tank. driving style.

If the range displayed is less than You can have a different unit of mea- 35 miles / 50 km, be sure to refuel; surement set by your MINI Dealer.< otherwise engine functions are not guaranteed and damage could occur.<

Average speed, average fuel consumption Press the button in the turn signal indicator lever for a longer period. The displayed average speed value and consumption value are recalculated. Any time spent when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is shut off is ignored for the calculation.

You can have an other unit of measurement set by your MINI Dealer.<

58 ALL SEASON TRACTION CONTROL (ASC)*

The concept Indicator lamp This system optimizes driving stability and The indicator lamp in the display OVERVIEW traction, especially when just starting off, elements will go out shortly after when accelerating or when cornering. the ignition has been switched on, ASC recognizes the danger present in trac- refer to pages 16, 17. tion loss and will increase driving stability and traction by reducing the engine's out- If the indicator lamp flashes: put and, if necessary, by applying the ASC controls the drive and braking forces. CONTROLS brakes to the front wheels. If the indicator lamp fails to go out after ASC is operational each time you start the the engine is started, or if it comes on dur- engine. It contains the following functions: ing normal driving and stays on: The system is defective or was turned off >Antilock Brake System (ABS) To switch off the ASC using the button. >Cornering Brake Control (CBC) Briefly press the switch. The described stabilizing operations are no >Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). The indicator lamp stays lit. longer available. You can, however, drive the vehicle nor- When driving with snow chains or to 'rock The laws of physics cannot be mally without ASC. free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off repealed, even with ASC. An appropri- In the event of a malfunction, please see the ASC for a brief period. ate driving style always remains the your MINI Dealer, refer to pages 16, 17. responsibility of the driver. Avoid using the To maintain vehicle stability, always REPAIRS OPERATION additional safety margin provided by the drive with the ASC switched on system as an excuse for taking unnecessary whenever possible.< risks. Do not make any modifications to the ASC To switch the ASC back on system. Allow only authorized technicians

Briefly press the switch once again. DATA to perform service procedures on the Indicator lamp goes out. ASC.< INDEX

59 DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC)*

The concept Indicator lamp This system optimizes driving stability and The indicator lamp in the display traction, especially when just starting off, elements will go out shortly after when accelerating or when cornering. It the ignition has been switched on, also maintains driving stability even in criti- refer to pages 16, 17. cal driving situations. DSC recognizes unstable vehicle conditions, If the indicator lamp flashes: such as understeering or oversteering, and, DSC controls the drive and braking forces. as far as is possible within the laws of phys- If the indicator lamp fails to go out after ics, helps keep the vehicle on a steady the engine is started, or if it comes on dur- course by reducing the rpms and by brake ing normal driving and stays on: applications to the individual wheels. The system is defective or was turned off To switch off the DSC using the button. The DSC is operational every time you start Briefly press the switch. The described stabilizing operations are no the engine. It contains the following func- The indicator lamp stays lit. tions: longer available. The vehicle will remain completely opera- When driving with snow chains, it may be >All Season traction Control (ASC) tional, however, without DSC. effective to switch off the DSC for a brief >Antilock Brake System (ABS) In the event of a malfunction, please see period. >Cornering Brake Control (CBC) > your MINI Dealer, refer to pages 16, 17. Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). To maintain stability, always drive with the DSC switched on whenever The laws of physics cannot be possible.< repealed, even with DSC. An appropriate driving style always remains the respon- To switch the DSC back on sibility of the driver. Avoid using the addi- Briefly press the switch once again. tional safety margin provided by the system Indicator lamp goes out. as an excuse for taking unnecessary risks. Do not make any modifications to the DSC system. Allow only authorized technicians to perform service procedures on the DSC.<

60 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)

The concept Cornering Brake Control (CBC) The ABS keeps the wheels from locking Cornering Brake Control (CBC) is an OVERVIEW while braking, thereby enhancing active enhancement of ABS that improves vehicle driving safety. stability especially when braking during ABS also includes Electronic Brake Force cornering. Distribution (EBD). When the vehicle is being braked, the rear wheels are relieved from load, and this can

Braking with ABS cause the vehicle to oversteer in curves. CONTROLS CBC counteracts this by making use of uni- To achieve optimal performance from ABS lateral braking pressure to generate a stabi- when reacting to critical situations, you lizing counter torque while braking outside should apply maximum pressure to the of the ABS control range. brake pedal – panic stop. Since the vehicle remains maneuverable, Electronic Brake Force Distribution you can still go around any obstacles with (EBD) the smallest possible steering movements. In order to achieve a short braking distance Pulsation of the brake pedal in conjunction when the vehicle is fully loaded, your vehi- with the sound of hydraulic regulation indi- cle is equipped with relatively large brakes cates to you that you are driving at the limit on the rear axle. EBV continuously moni- REPAIRS OPERATION and reminds you to readapt your vehicle's tors the speeds of the rear wheels in rela- speed to road surface conditions. tion to the front wheels in order to prevent overbraking of the rear wheels even when the vehicle has a light load. If the rear wheels tend to lock, the EBV controls their

slip, ensuring operating stability. DATA INDEX

61 FLAT TIRE MONITOR

The concept System limitations As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor keeps The Flat Tire Monitor cannot alert you track of the tire inflation pressure in all four to severe and sudden tire damage tires. The system alerts you when there is a caused by external factors, nor does it substantial pressure loss in one of the tires detect the gradual and minor loss of pres- relative to another. sure in all four tires.< The tire inflation pressures are monitored based on the speeds of the four wheels in On the other hand, the following situations relation to one another. A flat tire is could lead to a delayed detection of pres- detected as the result of differences in cer- sure loss or to the system not functioning: tain speed ratios, and a warning is gener- >Driving on snow-covered or slippery ated. roads Initializing the system >Performance-oriented driving: slip at the The system must be re-initialized System requirements drive wheels, high rates of lateral accel- immediately after changing a tire eration So that the system can 'familiarize' itself and wheel, or after correcting the pressure >When driving with snow chains, false with the correct inflation pressure, please in any tire. This requires a bit of driving.< do the following: warnings and undetected pressure loss may occur 1. Check the tire inflation pressure in all 1. Before a journey, start the engine, but do >When driving with a space-saver spare tires not start driving tire, the Flat Tire Monitor cannot func- 2. Compare them with the inflation pres- 2. Press the button long enough for the tion. sure table, refer to page 88, and adjust indicator lamp in the display elements to the pressures if necessary light up for a few seconds 3. Initializing the system. 3. Drive off. It takes a few minutes before the Flat Tire Monitor can detect a flat tire and issue an alert.

Do not initialize the system if you are driving with snow chains or a space- saver spare tire.<

62 FLAT TIRE MONITOR

Flat tire Vehicles with Run Flat tires: Indicator lamp: 1. Reduce vehicle speed carefully to under 50 mph / 80 km/h. Avoid hard brake OVERVIEW The indicator lamp in the display applications and steering maneuvers. elements flashes. In addition, an Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph / acoustic signal sounds. 80 km/h 1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with Since Run Flat tires are reinforced caution. Avoid hard brake applications

on the flanks, it is usually not pos- CONTROLS and steering maneuvers sible to detect a loss of pressure from 2. Determine which tire is damaged the outside, refer to Run Flat tires on If this cannot be determined, con- page 93.< tact your MINI Dealer.< 2. To continue driving, follow the instruc- 3. Replace the damaged tire, refer to tions on driving with damaged tires on Changing tires on page 117, or repair the page 93. flat tire using the MINI Moblity System, refer to page 121. System malfunction Indicator lamp: The symbol in the instrument clus-

ter lights up. The Flat Tire Monitor REPAIRS OPERATION is malfunctioning or out of order. Please contact your MINI Dealer. DATA INDEX

63 PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)*

The concept You can have a signal tone set by your The volume can be set by your MINI < The PDC assists you when you back into a MINI Dealer as a confirmation that Dealer. < parking space. A signal tone tells you the PDC has been activated. current distance to an object behind your System limitations vehicle. To do this, four ultrasonic sensors Acoustical signals Even with PDC, final responsibility for in the rear bumper measure the distance to The distance to an object is indicated by a estimating the distance between the the nearest object. tone sounding at intervals. As the distance vehicle and any objects always remains The sensors on each side have a range of between vehicle and object decreases, the with the driver. approx. 2 ft / 60 cm, the middle sensors intervals between the tones become Even when sensors are involved, there is a one of approx. 5 ft / 1.5 m. shorter. A continuous tone indicates the blind spot in which objects cannot be de- presence of an object less than 8 in / 20 cm tected. Recognition of some objects can be PDC is a parking aid that can identify away. beyond the limits of physical ultrasonic objects if they are approached slowly, The warning signal is canceled after measurement, for example with towing as is generally the case when parking. approx. three seconds if the distance to the bars or hitches or with thin or wedge- Avoid driving towards objects rapidly; due object remains constant during this time, shaped objects. Moreover, low objects that to underlying physical principles, the sys- for instance if you are moving parallel to a have already been detected, such as a curb tem may otherwise alert you too late for wall. edge, can disappear out of the range of the you to take evasive steps.< sensors before a continuous tone sounds. Malfunction Loud sources of sound outside and inside Automatic function your vehicle can drown the PDC signal System malfunctions will be indicated by a tone.< With the ignition key in position 2, the sys- continuous high-pitched tone when the tem starts to operate automatically about system is activated the first time. Please Keep the sensors clean and free of ice one second after you select reverse gear or have your MINI Dealer resolve the problem. place the selector lever in position R. or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively. Wait for this one second before you Volume control Do not apply high pressure spray to the drive backwards.< The volume of the Park Distance Control sensors for a prolonged period of time. signal can be adjusted from level 1, soft, to Always maintain a distance which is The system is deactivated when you shift level 6, loud. greater than 4 in / 10 cm.< away from Reverse.

64 AIRBAGS

Each of the side airbags is designed to help in accordance with its intended function, support the seat occupant's upper body. please commission a MINI Dealer with the OVERVIEW The airbags are designed to not be trig- inspection, repair or disassembly. Unprofes- gered in certain types of collisions, e.g. in sional attempts to service the system could minor accidents, certain kinds of vehicle lead to failure in an emergency or undesired rollover and rear impact. airbag activation, either of which could result in personal injury. In view of the applicable For information on the ideal seating position, safety regulations, please arrange for your refer to page 31. CONTROLS MINI Dealer to dispose of the airbag genera- tors.< Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags, cover them Airbag warning information is also pro- or modify them in any other way. Do not fit 1 Side airbags in seatback on the driver vided on the sun visors. and passenger side: front covers, cushions or other items to the front seats that have not been specially approved 2 Head airbags on the driver and passenger Indicator lamp for seats with side airbags. Do not hang cloth- sides for both rows of seats: front/rear ing, e.g. jackets, over the backrests. The indicator lamp in the display 3 Front airbags on the driver and passen- Do not attempt to remove the airbag elements shows the status of the ger sides restraint system from the vehicle. Do not entire airbag system and the seat make any changes yourself to the individual belt tensioners starting from ignition key REPAIRS OPERATION Protective effect components and wiring. This includes the position 1. The front airbags supplement the safety belts padded covers of the steering wheel, instru- System operational: by providing additional protection for the ment panel and roof supports, as well as the >The indicator lamp comes on briefly. driver and front passenger in the event of a sides of the roofliner and the original back- frontal collision in which the protection rest covers on the front seats. Do not attempt System malfunction:

afforded by the belts alone may no longer be to remove or dismantle the steering wheel. DATA >The indicator lamp does not come on sufficient. Do not touch the individual components starting from ignition key position 1 When needed, the head and side airbags help directly after the system has been triggered, >The indicator lamp stays lit to furnish protection in the event of side as otherwise there is a danger of burns. In the >The indicator lamp lights up while driving. impact. event of malfunctions, immobilization or use, i.e. triggering, of the airbag restraint system INDEX

AIRBAGS

A system malfunction could prevent the airbags from deploying in response to a severe impact occurring within the system's normal triggering range. Please have the airbag system checked as soon as possible by your MINI Dealer.<

66 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM* OVERVIEW CONTROLS REPAIRS OPERATION

1 Air onto the windshield and onto the 4 Temperature 68 8 Air distribution 68 side windows 5 Windshield heating 68 9 Recirculated air mode 68 2 Air for the upper body area 69 6 Blower for air supply 68 10 Rear window defroster 68 DATA 3 Air for the front and rear footwells 7 Air conditioning 68 INDEX

67 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM*

Air supply Rear window defroster Air conditioning You can select blower speeds Rear window defroster switched Air conditioner switched on: indi- from 1 to 4. Position 0: fan is on: cator lamp lights up. turned off. The button for recir- Indicator lamp lights up. The air is cooled and dehumidi- culated air mode fully blocks the As long as the indicator lamp is lit, the fied and – depending on the temperature supply of air from outside. heating operates at high power output: setting – rewarmed. Heating and ventilation operate as of rapid defrosting. Condensation on the windows is reduced position 1. Indicator lamp goes out. when the air conditioning is turned on. The heating continues to run with reduced Temperature power output and then switches itself off When the air conditioner is operating, condensation is formed which Turn to the right, red, to increase automatically. then exits under the vehicle. Traces of con- the temperature of the passen- densed water on the ground are therefore ger compartment. Windshield heating* normal.< Rapid heating: turn to the Windshield heating switched on: Indicator lamp lights up. extreme right. Then select a pleasant inte- Recirculated air mode rior temperature. As long as the indicator lamp is lit, the heating operates at high power out- Supply of outside air into the put: rapid defrosting. vehicle is blocked: Air distribution Indicator lamp lights up. Indicator lamp goes out. Air distribution in upper body The air within the vehicle is recirculated. region , upper body region The heating continues to run with reduced power output and then switches itself off and footwell , footwell , Do not run the recirculated air mode automatically. footwell and windows , and over a longer period of time, as the air windows . quality in the vehicle's interior will other- All intermediate positions are possible, wise diminish.< refer to illustration and overview on page 67. If the windows fog up in the recirculated air mode, turn the recirculated air mode off and if necessary increase the air supply.<

68 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM*

Microfilter* The microfilter removes dust and pollen OVERVIEW from the incoming or recirculated air. Your MINI Dealer will replace it during rou- tine maintenance. A substantial reduction in the air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before scheduled mainte-

nance. CONTROLS

Draft-free ventilation Defrosting and demisting windows Air supply for the upper body area: 1. Set the rotary blower speed control for Button 1: air outlets can be opened and the airflow rate to position 4 closed by turning. 2. Turn the rotary temperature control The points indicate the position in each completely to the right, red case. 3. Rotary switch for air distribution in position . Nozzle 2: change the direction of the air- Condensation is removed from the win- REPAIRS OPERATION flow by swiveling. dows more quickly by activating the air conditioning 4. To defrost the rear window: switch on the rear window defroster and, if required, the windshield heating. DATA INDEX

69 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*

1 Air onto the windshield and onto the 5 Interior temperature sensor, 10 Temperature 71 side windows please keep clear and unobstructed 11 Display for temperature and air 2 Air for the upper body area 72 6 Recirculated air mode 71 supply 71 3 Air for the front and rear footwells 7 Air conditioning 71 12 Blower for air supply 72 4 Rear window defroster and windshield 8 Automatic air distribution and 13 Defrosting and demisting the wind- heating 71 supply 71 shield and side windows 72 9 Switching the automatic climate control 14 Individual air distribution 72 on/off 71

70 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*

Automatic air distribution and supply In the automatic program (AUTO), the air Rear window defroster and windshield Automatic program (AUTO): conditioner is activated automatically. heating* OVERVIEW Indicator lamp lights up. Condensation on the windows is reduced Rear window defroster and wind- Automatic adjustment of the air distribu- when the air conditioning is turned on. shield heating switched on: tion and supply, and adaptation of the Indicator lamp lights up. specified temperatures to external influ- Condensation forms in the air condi- As long as the indicator lamp is lit, the ences, i.e. outside temperature and sun- tioning system during operation, and heating operates at high power output – then exits under the vehicle. Traces of con- light. rapid defrosting. CONTROLS densed water on the ground are therefore In the automatic program (AUTO), the air Indicator lamp goes out. normal.< conditioner is activated automatically. The heating continues to run with reduced power output and then switches itself off Recirculated air mode You can change the unit from 6 to automatically. 7 by keeping extended pressure on Supply of outside air into the vehi- the button.< cle is blocked: indicator lamp lights Temperature up. Setting the temperature: The air within the vehicle is recirculated. Switching the automatic climate Move or turn the wheel in the control on/off In the automatic program (AUTO) in hot appropriate direction to increase The blower, heating and air condi- weather conditions, the recirculated air the temperature step by step. mode is activated temporarily to enable tioner are switched off. The figures in the display provide a general REPAIRS OPERATION faster cooling. To switch the automatic climate control on indication of interior temperature. When again: Press any button of the automatic you start the vehicle, the system ensures Do not run the recirculated air mode climate control. that the selected temperature is achieved over a longer period of time, as the air as quickly as possible and then maintained. quality in the vehicle's interior will other- Air conditioning <

wise diminish. DATA Air conditioner switched on: indi- Permanent heating with maximum power output at temperature selec- cator lamp lights up. If the windows fog up in the recircu- tion HI. Permanent cooling at LO.< The air is cooled and dehumidified and – lated air mode, turn the recirculated depending on the temperature setting – air mode off and if necessary increase the rewarmed. air supply.< INDEX

71 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*

Air supply Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter Press the left or right half of the The microfilter removes dust and pollen button: the air supply varies. from the incoming or recirculated air. The activated-charcoal filter provides addi- Defrosting and demisting windows tional protection by filtering gaseous pol- Press the button briefly. lutants from the outside air. The indicator lamp flashes. Your MINI Dealer replaces this combined Ice and condensation are rapidly removed filter as a standard part of your scheduled from the rear window, windshield and side maintenance. A substantial reduction in windows. Condensation is removed from the air supply indicates that the filter must the windows more quickly by activating the be replaced before scheduled maintenance. air conditioning. Draft-free ventilation The rear window defroster/windshield Air supply for the upper body area: heating is switched on automatically. It can Button 1: air outlets can be opened and be switched off again separately. closed by turning. The points indicate the position in each Press the button for a longer period. case. The indicator lamp stays lit. Permanent air supply to the windshield and side windows. Vent 2: change the direction of the airflow The air supply can be directed both to the by swiveling. windows and to the footwell simulta- neously. The rear window defroster/windshield heating is switched off.

Individual air distribution Combine the air distribution yourself. This switches off the automatic program.

72 GLOVE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW CONTROLS

To open: Ventilation Pull the handle. Turn the rotary switch to a horizontal posi- The light goes on. tion: The vents are open. To close: Fold the door up. Turn the rotary switch to a vertical position, see arrow: REPAIRS OPERATION To prevent injury in the event of an The vents are closed. accident, close the glove compartment immediately after use.< Depending on the temperature setting of the air conditioning or the automatic climate control, high tempera-

tures may result in the glove compart- DATA ment.< INDEX

73 ASHTRAY, DRINKS HOLDERS CIGARETTE LIGHTER, 12 V POWER SUPPLY

A second 12 V socket is on the left-hand side of the cargo area. When the vehicle is equipped with a MINI Mobility System, the 12 V socket is also for supplying the compressor.

Ashtray From ignition key position 1: The ashtray is located in one of the bever- Press the cigarette lighter in. age holders in the center console. Remove as soon as the lighter jumps back In the rear, an ashtray can also be fitted in out. the beverage holder at the end of the center console. Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only. Holding or Beverage holders touching it in other areas could result in burns.< There are two beverage holders at the front of the center console. Another is located at the end of the center console in the rear. Cigarette lighter socket, 12 V power supply Suitable for attaching power supplies for flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., up to a rating of approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Avoid damaging the socket with plugs of different shapes or sizes.

74 CARGO AREA

Cargo area cover When the tailgate is opened, the cargo area OVERVIEW cover is also raised.

Never place any heavy or hard objects on the cargo area cover; otherwise occupants could be injured during braking < maneuvers. CONTROLS

Removal Foldable rear backrest To load bulky luggage, the compartment 1. Pull lever cover can be removed. 2. Fold the rear backrest forwards. 1. Remove the retaining straps on the tailgate When folding the backrest back into 2. Pull the cargo area cover out towards its original position, always ensure the rear. that the catch engages securely. A loose

backrest might fail to prevent cargo from REPAIRS OPERATION entering the passenger compartment during sudden braking or evasive maneuvers, posing a potential hazard to occupants.< DATA INDEX

75 LOADING CARGO

Avoid overloading the vehicle so that 4. The resulting figure equals the available the permitted load on the tires is not amount of cargo and luggage load exceeded. Overloading can lead to over- capacity. heating and damage inside the tires. For example, if the XXX amount equals Depending on the circumstances, this can 1,400 lbs. and there will be four 150 lbs. result in sudden air loss.< passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 800 lbs.: 1,400 lbs. minus 600 lbs. = 800 lbs. 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely Determining cargo limit exceed the available cargo and luggage 1. Locate the following statement on your load capacity calculated in Step 4 vehicle's placard: 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, The combined weight of occu- load from your trailer will be transferred pants and cargo should never to your vehicle. Consult the manual for exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs, as this could transporting a trailer to determine how otherwise result in damage to the vehi- this may reduce the available cargo and cle and unstable driving conditions.< luggage load capacity of your vehicle. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3. Substract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilo- grams or YYY pounds

76 LOADING CARGO OVERVIEW CONTROLS

Stowing cargo >For very heavy cargo when the rear seat Securing the load >Place heavy cargo as far forward as possi- is unoccupied, fasten each safety belt in >Secure smaller and lighter items using ble, directly behind the backrests, and as the opposite buckle. This provides addi- the cargo area net* or elastic straps low as possible tional stabilization for the rear backrests. >For large, heavy items, see your MINI >Cover sharp edges and corners Dealer for load-securing devices*. Lash- >Do not pile objects higher than the top ing eyes are provided at the inner corners edge of the backrest of the cargo area for attaching these

load-securing devices. REPAIRS OPERATION Comply with the information enclosed with the load-securing devices. DATA INDEX

77 ROOF-MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK*

Always position and secure the load When loading a roof-mounted lug- carefully. If you do not, it can endan- gage rack, ensure that there is suffi- ger the passengers during braking or eva- cient space for the movement of the glass sive maneuvers. sunroof and that no objects protrude into Do not exceed the permissible gross weight the swiveling area of the tailgate, as other- and axle load, refer to page 134; otherwise wise damage can occur.< the vehicle's operating safety is no longer assured and it will not be in compliance Do not secure the roof-mounted lug- with the certification regulations. gage rack to the trim panels/strips: Do not stow heavy or hard objects in the the lack of a secure hold could lead to dam- passenger compartment without first age or accidents.< securing them. Otherwise they would be thrown around during braking and evasive Special roof-mounted luggage racks maneuvers and endanger the occupants.< for your MINI are available as accessories from your MINI Dealer.<

78 OVERVIEW CONTROLS REPAIRS OPERATION DATA INDEX

79 80 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW

CONTROLS CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE OPERATION

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES REPAIRS

TECHNICAL DATA DATA

INDEX INDEX

Operation 81 BREAK-IN PROCEDURES

To ensure that your vehicle provides maxi- Tires mum economy throughout a long service Due to technical factors associated with life, we request that you comply with the their manufacture, tires do not achieve following information: their full traction potential until after an initial break-in period. Therefore drive care- Engine fully during the first 200 miles / 300 km. Up to 1,250 miles / 2,000 km: >Drive at various vehicle and engine Brake system speeds Approx. 300 miles / 500 km must be driven >Do not exceed an engine speed of before the brake pads and rotors achieve 4,500 rpm or a vehicle speed of 95 mph / the optimum pad-surface and wear pat- 150 km/h. terns required for trouble-free operation >Absolutely avoid using the full-throttle and an extended service life. or kickdown position for the accelerator. Up to 1,250 miles / 2,000 km: Clutch Engine and road speeds can be gradually Roughly 300 miles / 500 km must be driven increased. before the clutch starts to operate at optimum efficiency. Remember to engage the You should also comply with these break-in clutch carefully during this initial period. procedures if the engine has to be replaced at a later point.

82 GENERAL DRIVING NOTES

Parking the vehicle Driving through water High temperatures Condensation forms in the air conditioner Do not drive through water on the High temperatures occur in any vehi- OVERVIEW system during operation, and then exits road if it is deeper than 1 ft / 30 cm, cle equipped with a catalytic con- under the vehicle. Traces of condensed and then only at walking speed at the verter. Do not remove the heat protection water on the ground are therefore normal. most. Otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the plates fitted in the area of the exhaust sys- electrical systems and the transmission tem and do not apply body-cavity pro- Brakes may be damaged.< tectant to this area. When driving, standing

Do not rest your foot on the brake at idle, and parking the vehicle, take care to CONTROLS pedal while driving. Even light but Clothes hooks avoid contact between the hot exhaust sys- consistent pedal pressure can lead to high When suspending clothing from the tem and flammable materials, e.g. hay, temperatures, brake wear and possibly hooks, ensure that they will not grass, leaves, etc. Such contact could lead even brake failure.< obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang to a fire resulting in serious personal injury < heavy objects on the hooks. If you do so, and property damage. Hydroplaning they could cause personal injury during OPERATION < When driving on wet or slushy roads, braking or evasive maneuvers. reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge of water can form between tires and road surface. This phenomenon is charac-

terized by a partial or complete loss of con- REPAIRS tact between the tires and the road surface. The ultimate results are loss of steering and braking control.< DATA INDEX

83 REFUELING

Simple and environmentally friendly Always observe all safety precautions posted at the service station when handling fuel.<

When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Pulling the nozzle out of the pipe during refueling: >Results in premature pump shutoff >Will reduce the effect of the fuel vapor recovery system on the pump. Always switch off the engine before Unlocking manually As long as the filler nozzle is used properly, refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot In the event of an electrical malfunction, the fuel tank is full whenever the nozzle be filled into the tank and the SERVICE the gas cap can be unlocked manually. shuts off the first time. ENGINE SOON lamp may come on.< 1. Remove the side trim panel on the left- hand side of the cargo area. 1. Open the fuel filler door Remove the first aid pouch 2. Turn the gas cap counterclockwise 2. Pull the white lever toward the rear. 3. Put the gas cap in the bracket attached The central locking system releases the to the fuel filler door. gas cap 3. Open the fuel filler door. Always observe all applicable precautions and regulations when handling fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers can leak, cause an explosion, and lead to fire in the event of a collision.<

84 REFUELING FUEL SPECIFICATIONS

Close the tank The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. 1. Put on gas cap Required fuel: OVERVIEW 2. Turn gas cap clockwise until it clicks >Premium Unleaded Gasoline, 3. Close fuel filler door. min. 91 AKI. Fuel tank capacity: AKI = Anti Knock Index. Approx. 13.2 gallons / 50 liters, of which approx. 2.1 gallons / 8 liters are reserve Do not use leaded fuels. The use of capacity. leaded fuels will cause permanent CONTROLS damage to the emissions-control system's Close the gas cap carefully after refu- oxygen sensor and the catalytic con- elling until a click is heard. verter.< While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. US models only: OPERATION A loose or missing cap will activate the message CHECK GAS CAP in the Check Con- trol* or the Check Gas Cap lamp*.<

Do not drive until the fuel tank is REPAIRS totally empty. Otherwise engine operations are not guaranteed and damage could occur.< DATA INDEX

85 BRAKE SYSTEM

Brake fluid level It is a good idea to periodically dry the Brake pads If the brake fluid level is too low and brake brakes with a gentle application when driv- Brake pad sensors in the left brake pads of pedal travel has become longer, there may ing in rain and on wet roads. Monitor traffic the front axle and in the right brake pads of be a defect in one of the brake system's conditions to ensure that this maneuver the rear axle monitor the brake pad condi- hydraulic circuits. does not endanger other road users. The tion. When the brake pads reach the wear resulting heat dries the brake rotor and the limit, the brake wear warning lights up, Proceed to the nearest MINI Dealer. brake pads. Then if braking effect is refer to page 16. Higher brake application pressure needed, it is immediately available. may be necessary under these conditions, Extended or steep mountain descents For your own safety: use brake pads there may be a slight pull to one side, and should be driven in the gear or in the driv- which the manufacturer of your MINI brake pedal travel may be longer. Please ing position in which only minimal periodic has approved for your particular vehicle remember to adapt your driving style brake application is required. This helps model. The manufacturer of your MINI can- accordingly.< avoid placing excessive loads on the brake not evaluate non-approved brake pads to system. Stay within the allowable speed determine if they are suitable for use, and Disc brakes range, refer to page 54. therefore cannot ensure the operating When the vehicle is driven only occasion- safety of the vehicle in the event of their < ally, during extended periods when the Do not coast with the clutch pressed use. vehicle is not used at all, and in operating or with the transmission or selector conditions where brake applications are lever in Neutral. Do not coast with the less frequent, there is an increased ten- engine switched off. The engine provides dency for corrosion of the brake rotors and no braking effect when the transmission is accumulation of contamination on the in Neutral, and there is no power-assist for < brake pads. This occurs because the mini- braking when the engine is switched off. mal pressure that must be exerted by the pads to clean the rotors by brake applications is not reached. Corrosion on brake rotors is signaled by a running or pulsation during braking; even extended subsequent braking will not cure this phenomenon.

86 TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE

Information for your safety It is not merely the tire's service life, but OVERVIEW also driving safety and driving comfort that depend on the condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pressure.

Check tire inflation pressures regu- CONTROLS larly, including the space-saver spare tire: at least twice a month and before long journeys. Failure to observe this precaution can result in incorrect tire pressures, which Tire inflation pressures for original Checking the inflation pressure on the cause unstable handling response as well tires space-saver spare tire as tire damage, and can ultimately lead to OPERATION an accident. Do not drive with deflated, i.e. The tire inflation pressures in psi and kilo- Behind the bumper there is a valve exten- flat, tires except if Run Flat tires are fitted. pascal are given on the placard on the B-pil- sion accessible from the outside for check- A flat tire greatly impairs steering and brak- lar that is visible when the driver's door is ing the inflation pressure. ing response, and can lead to complete loss open. of control over the vehicle.< Run Flat tires Inflation pressures for other tires Run Flat tires consist of self-contained tires REPAIRS Checking tire inflation pressures In the following tire pressure table, all pres- and special rims. The tire reinforcement Check the tire inflation pressures only on sures are specified in the psi / kilopascal ensures that the tire offers some residual cold tires. This means after driving a maxi- units of pressure and apply to tires at ambi- safety in the event of pressure drop and mum of 1.25 miles / 2 km or when the vehi- ent temperature. driving remains possible to a restricted degree, refer to page 93. The vehicle is

cle has been parked for at least 2 hours. DATA Warm tires have higher pressures. In order to determine the correct equipped with Flat Tire Monitor, refer to inflation pressures for your tires, page 62. After correcting the tire inflation refer to the values for the tire size in ques- < pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire tion. Monitor, refer to page 62.< INDEX

87 TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE

Model Tires

Pressures specified in psi / kilopascal 175/65 R 15 84 H 30 / 210 35 / 240 35 / 240 35 / 240 175/65 R 15 84 Q M+S 195/55 R 16 87 H 195/55 R 16 87 H M+S 30 / 210 30 / 210 35 / 240 35 / 240 205/45 R 17 84 V MINI COOPER 205/45 R 17 84 V M+S 175/65 R 15 84 Q M+S 175/60 R 15 82 Q M+S 33 / 230 33 / 230 38 / 260 38 / 260 195/55 R 16 87 Q M+S 205/45 R 17 84 Q M+S Space-saver spare tire T 115/70 R 15 90 M 61 / 420 61 / 420 61 / 420 61 / 420 195/55 R 16 87 V 30 / 210 30 / 210 35 / 240 35 / 240 195/55 R 16 87 V M+S 205/45 R 17 84 V MINI COOPER S 205/45 R 17 84 Q M+S 33 / 230 33 / 230 38 / 260 38 / 260 205/45 R 17 84 V M+S 195/55 R 16 87 Q M+S 175/60 R 16 82 Q M+S 36 / 250 36 / 250 41 / 280 41 / 280 All-season tires, M+S, should be inflated to the same pressures as summer tires. Figures as stated here apply to the manufacturer's approved or recommended tires; your MINI Dealer will be happy to provide information on request.

88 TIRE CODING

Knowing the tire code on the tire's sidewall DOT code: DOT quality grades makes it easier for you to choose and iden- e.g. DOT xxxx xxx 3603 Treadwear 200 tify the correct tires. OVERVIEW Manufacturer's code Traction AA A B C for tire make Tire size Temperature A B C Tire size and e.g. 205/45 R 17 84 V tire version All passenger car tires must conform Nominal width in mm Tire age to Federal Safety Requirements in Cross-sectional addition to these grades.< CONTROLS ratio in % Tire age Tread wear Radial belt construction The manufacturer of your MINI recom- Rim diameter in inches mends replacing all tires, including the The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when Load index, space-saver spare tire, regardless of actual

tested under controlled conditions on a OPERATION not on ZR tires wear, after 6 years at the latest. specified government test course. Speed code letter, The date on which the tire was manufactured is indicated by the code on the side- For example, a tire graded 150 would wear in front of the R on ZR tires γ wall: one and one-half, 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. Speed code letters: DOT … 3603 indicates that the tire was manufactured in Week 36 of the year 2003. The relative performance of tires depends Q= bis 105 mph / 160 km/h upon the actual conditions of their use, REPAIRS T= up to 118 mph / 190 km/h Uniform Tire Quality Grading however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving H= up to 131 mph / 210 km/h Quality grades can be found where applica- habits, service practices and differences in ble on the tire sidewall between tread V= up to 150 mph / 240 km/h road characteristics and climate. W= up to 167 mph / 270 km/h shoulder and maximum section width. For example: DATA Tire Identification Number Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Transportation. INDEX

89 TIRE CODING

Traction Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent The traction grades, from highest to lowest, higher levels of performance on the labora- are AA, A, B, and C. tory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under The temperature grade for this tire is controlled conditions on specified govern- established for a tire that is properly ment test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. inflated and not overloaded. Excessive A tire marked C may have poor traction per- speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, formance. either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail- The traction grade assigned to this ure.< tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include RSC Run Flat tires acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.< You will recognize Run Flat tires by a circu- lar symbol containing the letters RSC on Temperature the side of the tire, refer to page 93. The temperature grades are A, the highest, M+S B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to Winter and all-season tires. dissipate heat when tested under con- These have better winter performance trolled conditions on a specified indoor lab- properties than summer tires. oratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to a sudden flat tire. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety

90 TIRE CONDITION

Tire tread Tire damage Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear, Unusual vibrations while driving can OVERVIEW signs of damage and for foreign objects indicate tire damage or other dam- lodged in the tread. Check the tread depth. age to the vehicle. This may be caused, for The tread depth should not fall below example, by driving over a curb. This is also 1/8 in / 3 mm. true for abnormalities in the vehicle's han- Below 1/8 in / 3 mm tread pattern depth, dling characteristics, such as a pronounced there is an increased risk of hydroplaning, tendency to pull to the left or right. Should CONTROLS even at relatively moderate speeds and this occur, respond by immediately reduc- with only small amounts of water on the ing your speed. Proceed carefully to the road. nearest MINI Dealer or professional tire Below a tread depth of 1/6 in / 4 mm, win- center, or have the vehicle towed there to Wear indicators in the tread-groove base, have its wheels and/or tires inspected or ter tires display a perceptible decrease in arrow, are spread around the circumfer- their ability to cope with winter driving controlled. Tire damage – up to and includ- OPERATION ence of the tire and are marked on the side ing blowouts – can endanger the lives of conditions, and should be replaced in the wall of the tire with TWI, Tread Wear Indi- interest of safety. both the vehicle occupants and other road cator. The indicators in the tread indicate at users.< 1/16 in / 1.6 mm tread depth that the legally permitted wear limit has been

reached. REPAIRS DATA INDEX

91 WHEEL AND TIRE REPLACEMENT

Unprofessional attempts by laymen as manufacturing tolerances can result in generally do not achieve the full perfor- to service tires can lead to damage contact between tire and bodywork, ulti- mance of winter tires. and accidents. mately leading to serious accidents. The For mounting winter tires, refer to the Have this work performed by skilled profes- manufacturer of your MINI cannot evaluate descriptions under Tire condition, page 91, sionals only. Your MINI Dealer will be glad non-approved wheels and tires to deter- and Wheel and tire replacement. to assist you with both their expertise and mine if they are suited for use, and there- < the proper equipment for your vehicle. fore cannot ensure the operating safety of Run Flat tires: the vehicle if they are fitted.< If your MINI is equipped with Run Flat tires The correct wheel and tire combination – refer to Run Flat tires – use only these also affects various systems that would Recommended tire makes: tires, since no space-saver spare tire may be otherwise be impaired, e.g. ABS or DSC. To maintain good handling and vehicle available in the event of a flat. Have the wheels balanced after each tire or response, use only tires of a single tread wheel replacement. configuration from a single manufacturer. Observing speeds: In the event of a flat tire, remount the pre- Never exceed the maximum speed The manufacturer of your MINI rec- vious wheel and tire combination as soon for which the winter tires are rated. ommends that you avoid using as possible. Unprofessional attempts by laymen to ser- retread tires, as this could impair driving vice tires can lead to damage and accidents. safety. This is due to the possible variations Run Flat tires: Have this work performed by skilled profes- in casing structures and, in some cases, to If your MINI is equipped with Run Flat tires sionals only. The technicians at your MINI their extreme age, which can lead to a – refer to Run Flat tires – use only these Dealer will be glad to assist you with the decrease in their durability.< tires, since no space-saver spare tire may be required professional knowledge and spe- available in the event of a flat. cialized equipment.< The correct wheels and tires The manufacturer of your MINI rec- Special characteristics of winter tires Storage ommends never mounting wheels The manufacturer of your MINI recom- Store tires in a cool, dry place, protecting and tires that have not been specifically mends winter tires for driving in adverse them against light whenever possible. Pro- approved by the manufacturer for use on winter road conditions. While all-season tect the tires against contact with oil, your particular model. Although other tires with the M+S designation provide bet- grease and fuel. Do not exceed the maxi- wheels and tires may theoretically have the ter winter traction than summer tires, they mum tire inflation pressure specified on same dimensions, variations in factors such the tire sidewall.

92 RUN FLAT TIRES*

Continuing driving with a damaged Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a tire speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. In case of OVERVIEW Depending on the load, you can continue tire pressure loss you must expect changes driving with Run Flat tires at a maximum in vehicle handling such as lower track sta- speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. bility during braking, longer braking distances and changes in self-steering proper- If there is a total loss of tire inflation pres- ties when close to the handling limit. sure, 0 psi / 0 kPa, or obvious tire damage, For safety reasons, the manufacturer of you can gauge the mileage for continued CONTROLS your MINI recommends not having dam- driving on the basis of the following indica- aged Run Flat tires repaired. In this case, tions: consult your MINI dealer.< >With a light load: You will recognize Run Flat tires by a circu- 1 to 2 persons without luggage: Tire change set lar symbol containing the letters RSC on approx. 155 miles / 250 km Your MINI is additionally equipped with a OPERATION the side of the tire. Run Flat tires consist of >With a medium load: tire change set. This is located in the MINI self-contained tires and special rims. The 2 persons, full cargo area, or COOPER in the cargo area under the floor tire reinforcement ensures that driving 4 persons without luggage: mat. remains possible to a restricted degree in approx. 95 miles / 150 km In the MINI COOPER S the tire change set is the event of a pressure drop or even a flat >With a full load: located in a separate bag which is attached

tire. 4 persons or more, full cargo: REPAIRS to the eyelets on the cargo area floor by approx. 30 miles / 50 km. means of tie-down straps. When mounting or replacing summer Run Flat tires with winter tires, or vice When changing a tire, always observe the versa, use Run Flat tires again since no safety measures on page 116, and follow space-saver spare tire is available in the the procedure described on page 117 ff. event of a flat. In this event, the manufac- DATA turer of your MINI recommends consulting In case of a flat tire, the tire change your MINI Dealer. Your MINI Dealer has the set is not needed, since your MINI has < necessary special equipment and expertise Run Flat tires. for handling Run Flat tires.< INDEX

93 SNOW CHAINS*

Only certain types of snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of your MINI, classified as road-safe and approved. Contact your MINI Dealer for more details. The manufacturer of your MINI recommends that you use only these approved fine-link snow chains. Their use is only permitted in pairs on the front wheels on winter tires of the following types: >175/65 R 15 M+S >175/60 R 16 M+S. When fitting, comply with the manufacturer's instructions. With chains, do not exceed a speed of 30 mph / 50 km/h.

Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after attaching snow chains to the tires. When driving with snow chains, it can be helpful to switch off the ASC or DSC for a brief period, refer to pages 59, 60.<

94 BONNET

Do not attempt to service your vehicle if you do not have the required technical background. Before working in OVERVIEW the engine compartment, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down. Before working on the electrical system, always disconnect the battery first. For all work on the vehicle, comply with the appropriate CONTROLS information and instructions. If you are not familiar with the guidelines, the manufacturer of your MINI recommends that you have the service work performed by your MINI Dealer. Otherwise, work improperly To unlock To open

carried out on the parts and components Pull the lever in the right door area beneath 1. Reach under the bonnet OPERATION can pose a safety hazard for vehicle occu- the instrument panel. 2. Pull the release lever pants and other road users.< 3. Open the bonnet.

To close Allow the bonnet to fall from a height of approx. 1 ft / 30 cm. REPAIRS

To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the bonnet is clear when it is closed, as with all closing procedures. DATA If it is determined that the bonnet is not completely closed while driving, stop immediately and close it securely, also refer to page 16.< INDEX

95 ENGINE COMPARTMENT: MINI COOPER

1 Reservoir for windshield washer 3 Engine oil filler neck 99 6 Reservoir for headlamp cleaning system 98 4 Battery 124 system 98 2 Coolant expansion tank 100 5 Brake fluid reservoir 101 7 Engine oil dipstick 98

96 ENGINE COMPARTMENT: MINI COOPER S OVERVIEW CONTROLS OPERATION REPAIRS

1 Reservoir for windshield washer 3 Engine oil filler neck 99 6 Reservoir for headlamp cleaning system 98 4 Auxiliary terminal for jump- system 98 2 Coolant expansion tank 100 starting 126 7 Engine oil dipstick 98 DATA 5 Brake fluid reservoir 101 INDEX

97 WASHER FLUID ENGINE OIL

As with fuel economy, oil consumption is directly influenced by your driving style and vehicle operating conditions. The oil volume between the two notches – MIN, MAX – on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 quarts / 1 liter. Do not fill beyond the upper notch on the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the engine.

Headlamp* and windshield washer The illustration shows as an example the system dipstick of the MINI COOPER. The capacity of the headlamp washer system is approx. 2.6 quarts / 2.5 liters, that of Measuring the oil level the windshield washer system approx. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface 2.1 quarts / 2.0 liters. 2. Switch the engine off after it has Fill with water and, if required, with anti- reached normal operating temperature freeze, according to manufacturer's recom- 3. Pull the dipstick out after approx. mendations. 5 minutes and wipe it off with a lint-free cloth, paper towel, or similar material We recommend that you mix the 4. Carefully push the dipstick all the way washer fluid before adding it to the into the guide tube and pull it out again. reservoir.< The oil level must be between the two marks on the dipstick. Antifreeze agent for the washer systems is flammable. Always keep it well away from sparks and open flames, and store it in tightly closed containers well out of the reach of children. Always observe the instructions for use provided on the container.< 98 ENGINE OIL

For this reason, any skin areas that come Ask your authorized MINI Dealer for into contact with oil should be thoroughly details concerning the specific MINI washed with soap and water. High Performance Synthetic Oil or syn- OVERVIEW Always store oil, grease, etc., out of reach of thetic oils which have been approved.< children. Comply with all warning labels and information on lubricant containers.< Viscosities Viscosity is the oilflow rating as established Comply with the applicable environ- in SAE classes. CONTROLS mental laws regulating the disposal The choice of the proper SAE class depends of used oil.< on the climatic conditions in the area where your MINI is used. Specified engine oils Adding engine oil The quality of the engine oil selected has Approved oils are in SAE classes

Only top up oil when the oil level has OPERATION critical significance for the operation and 5W-40 and 5W-30.< dropped to just above the lower service life of an engine. Based on extensive notch of the dipstick. However, never allow testing, the manufacturer of your MINI These oils can be used at all ambient tem- the level to drop below the lower notch.< approves only certain grades of engine oil. peratures. Use only approved MINI High Performance MINI engines are designed to operate Synthetic Oil. without oil additives; the use of addi- REPAIRS tives could lead to damage in some cases. If you are unable to obtain MINI High Per- That is also valid for the Continuously Vari- formance Synthetic Oil, you can add small able automatic Transmission (CVT), the amounts of synthetic oil in between oil gear box and the power assisted steering.< changes. Only use oils with the API SH spec- ification or higher.

The manufacturer of your MINI recom- DATA mends that you have the oil changed at your MINI Dealer.

Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing. INDEX

99 COOLANT

Do not add coolant to the cooling sys- To add coolant tem when the engine is hot. Escaping MINI COOPER: coolant can cause burns. 1. Slowly open the cap by pulling at the tab Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents are to allow accumulated pressure to escape hazardous to health. Always store these 2. Pull open the cap completely agents in tightly-closed original containers 3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant kept well away from the reach of children. until the correct level is reached; do not Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents are overfill. flammable. Therefore, do not spill them over hot engine parts; otherwise they may MINI COOPER S: ignite and cause burns. Always observe the instructions for use provided on the con- 1. Open the cap by turning it slightly coun- tainer.< The illustration shows as an example the terclockwise to allow accumulated pres- coolant tank on the MINI COOPER. sure to escape Comply with the applicable environ- 2. Unscrew and open the cap completely mental laws regulating the disposal Checking coolant level 3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant of antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents.< Correct coolant level with cold engine, until the correct level is reached; do not approx. 687/206: overfill. Up to the MAX mark of the transparent The coolant is made up of water and an expansion tank. antifreeze with corrosion resistance. The mixture ratio of 50 to 50 must be kept the Only open the cap of the expansion entire year due to the required anti-corro- tank when the engine has cooled sion property. No other additives are down. The needle on the coolant tempera- required. ture gauge in the display elements must be Replace the coolant every four years. no higher than in the first quarter; otherwise there is a danger of scalding.<

100 BRAKE FLUID

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it absorbs moisture from the air over time. OVERVIEW In order to ensure the brake system's safety and reliability, have the brake fluid changed every two years by a MINI Dealer, also refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the CONTROLS Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. Brake fluid is toxic and also damages vehicle paintwork. Always store brake fluid in tightly closed original Warning lamp containers kept well away from the reach

If the brake warning lamp comes of children. OPERATION on with the parking brake released: Do not spill the brake fluid and do not fill The brake fluid level is too low, the brake fluid reservoir beyond the MAX refer to page 15. mark. The brake fluid could ignite upon contact with hot engine parts and cause Brake warning lamp for Canadian serious burns.< models. REPAIRS Comply with the applicable environ- Adding brake fluid mental laws regulating the disposal To add brake fluid or to determine and cor- of brake fluid.< rect the cause of brake fluid loss, please consult your MINI Dealer. Your MINI Dealer is familiar with the specifications for fac- DATA tory-approved brake fluids, DOT 4. Brake fluid loss may result in extended brake pedal travel. If this occurs, refer to the information on page 86. INDEX

101 MINI MAINTENANCE SYSTEM

Service interval display Service and Warranty Information While conventional systems specify main- Booklet for US models, Warranty and tenance according to fixed distances Service Guide Booklet for Canadian driven, the MINI Maintenance System takes models account of the operating conditions of the For additional information on maintenance vehicle, for distances can be driven in many intervals and procedures, please refer to different ways: the Service and Warranty Information 60,000 miles / 100,000 km short distance Booklet for US models or the Warranty and operation can not be equated with Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. 60,000 miles / 100,000 km long distance As a precaution against rust, it is advisable operation from a maintenance standpoint. to have the body checked for damage from The MINI Maintenance System has been The condition-based MINI Maintenance rocks or gravel at the same time, depending designed as a reliable means of providing System includes the Engine Oil Service and upon operating conditions. maximum driving and operating safety, Inspections I and II. and as cost-effective for you as possible. Determining the maintenance intervals Have your vehicle's maintenance and repairs performed at your MINI Please bear in mind that regular mainte- according to the actual use of the vehicle Dealer. Be sure that all maintenance work nance is not only necessary for the safety of covers every kind of operating situation. is confirmed in the Service and Warranty your vehicle, but also plays a significant People who drive very little, i.e. much less Information Booklet for US models or the role in maintaining the resale value of the than 6,000 miles / 10,000 km per year, Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for vehicle. should have the engine oil changed at least every 2 years since oil deteriorates over Canadian models. These entries are your time, regardless of use. proof that the vehicle has received regular maintenance. They are also a requirement For more information on the service inter- for warranty claims.< val display, refer to page 56.

102 CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE

Suitable car-care products Switch the rain sensor off when pass- Vehicle paintwork Use the cleaning and car-care prod- ing through an automatic car wash, Regular care contributes greatly to driving OVERVIEW ucts available at your MINI Dealer.< refer to page 50. Failure to do so could safety and value retention. result in damage caused by undesired Environmental influences varying from one wiper activation.< Washing your vehicle region to the next can affect the vehicle You can wash your new MINI from the out- paintwork. Please base the frequency and Rod antenna set in automatic car washes. Preference scope of car care on these various influ- should be for cloth car washes. If, due to If necessary, for example before ences. CONTROLS lack of availability, brush car washes must entering a car wash or a garage with be used, modern systems with soft brushes elevator ramp, remove the rod antenna. Care of upholstery To do so, grip the rod antenna at the base should be given preference. Depressions that come about on the uphol- and unscrew it from the antenna foot by stery material of the seats in daily use can turning it to the left.< When using steam cleaners or high- be brushed out using a slightly damp brush OPERATION pressure cleaners, maintain sufficient against the grain. distance to the vehicle and do not exceed a Headlamps The fact that velour lays down is not a qual- maximum temperature of 1407/ 606 . When cleaning the headlamps, ity defect, but rather is inevitable in the If the jet is too close or the pressure is too please observe the following: do not case of home textiles or clothing materials. high, this can lead to damage or initial rub them dry, and never use abrasives or damage that can develop into more serious strong solvents. Remove dirt and contami- In the case of strong sunlight and longer REPAIRS damage. Water that enters vehicle compo- nation, such as insects, by soaking with parking periods, cover the seats or all win- nents can lead to damage over the long shampoo and then rinsing with plenty of dows to prevent discoloration. term.< water. Always use a deicer spray to remove accumulated ice and snow; never use a After washing the vehicle, apply the scraper.<

brakes briefly to dry them, otherwise DATA water can reduce braking efficiency over the short term and the brake rotors can cor- rode.< INDEX

103 CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE

Care of special parts >Plastic parts, imitation leather surfaces, >Floor carpets and floor mats*: >Light-alloy wheels*: headliner, lamp glass, covering glass for If heavily soiled, clean using interior Use wheel cleaner especially during the the display elements, as well as matt cleaner. Floor mats can be removed to winter months, but do not use any ag- black molded parts: allow the interior to be cleaned > gressive, acidic, strong alkali or rough Clean with water and, if necessary, plas- Wiper blades: cleansers or steam jets above 1407/ tic care products. Do not dampen seats Clean with soapy water. Replace wiper 606 . Observe the manufacturer's in- and the headliner. blades twice a year, before and after the structions Never use solvents such as lacquer thin- cold season. This is particularly impor- >Chrome parts* such as bonnet grill, door ner, heavy-duty grease remover, fuel or tant on vehicles fitted with a rain sensor. handles, etc.: similar > Especially if exposed to road salt, care- Wood paneling*: fully clean these parts with plenty of Please clean wood paneling and other water and possibly with a shampoo addi- wood parts only with a damp cloth. Dry tive. off with a soft cloth > For additional treatment, use chrome Safety belts: polish Only clean using mild soap, leaving the >Rubber parts: belts fitted. Treat only with water or rubber care Do not dry clean, as the fabric can be products destroyed. Always roll up safety belts only when dry. Do not use silicon sprays or other Dirty safety belts prevent unrolling and silicon-containing care products, thus negatively affect safety otherwise noise and damage could occur.<

104 CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE

Caring for leather* and imitation Cleaning agents can contain hazard- Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you leather ous or health-damaging substances. on what is important if the vehicle is to be OVERVIEW The leather and imitation leather used by For this reason, always observe the warn- decommissioned for longer than three the manufacturer of your MINI are high ings on the package. For interior cleaning, months. quality products processed using state-of- always open the doors or windows of the the-art methods and will retain their qual- vehicle. ity level for many years if cared for prop- Do not use any products that are not intended for cleaning the vehicle.< erly. CONTROLS Regular cleaning and care are necessary, as dust and road dirt scratch in pores and creases and lead to heavy wear as well as premature brittleness of the leather and imitation leather surface. This is why you should use a cloth or vac- OPERATION uum cleaner to remove dust on a regular basis. Since dirt and oil slowly destroy the protective layer of the leather and imitation

leather, a treatment with a leather care REPAIRS product is necessary twice a year. This pre- serves the quality of the leather and prevents electrostatic charging. DATA INDEX

105 OBD SOCKET

An illuminated lamp informs you of the need for service, not of the need to stop the vehicle. However, the system should be checked by your MINI Dealer at the earliest possible opportunity. Indicator lamp for Canadian models.

Under certain conditions, the indicator will blink or flash. This indicates a rather severe The Onboard Diagnostic OBD interface level of engine misfire. When this occurs, socket is located on the left of the driver's you should reduce speed and consult the side under the instrument panel and under nearest MINI Dealer as soon as possible. a cover. Severe engine misfire over only a short The cover has the letters OBD on it. period of time can seriously damage emission control components, especially the The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure catalytic converter. proper operation of the emission control system for the vehicle's lifetime. The sys- When the gas cap is not properly tem monitors emission-related compo- tightened, the OBD system can detect nents for deterioration and malfunction. the vapor leak and the indicator will light up. If the cap is subsequently tightened, the indicator lamp should go out within a few days.<

106 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

California laws require us to state the following warning: OVERVIEW

Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California CONTROLS to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer and OPERATION birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. REPAIRS Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.< DATA INDEX

107 108 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW

CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE OPERATION CONTROLS

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES REPAIRS

TECHNICAL DATA DATA

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Repairs 109 ONBOARD TOOL KIT WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

Storage location MINI Mobility System with tire change set and onboard tools: >In the cargo area under the floor mat. Tire change set and onboard tools for Run Flat tires: >Tire change set: In the cargo area in a separate pouch, refer to page 123 >Onboard tool kit: on the left-hand side of the cargo area The picture shows as an example the tire behind the side trim panel. Windshield wiper change set with onboard tools for vehicles Tire change set with space-saver spare tire: 1. Rotate the wiper arm completely out with the space-saver spare tire. from the windshield >In the cargo area under the floor mat. Depending on the level of equipment 2. Set the wiper blade at an angle options, your MINI is fitted with a special 3. Press the securing spring, arrow onboard tool kit stored at the locations 4. Unhook the wiper blade towards the described below: windshield 5. Pull the wiper blade past the wiper arm toward the top 6. Insert the new wiper blade 7. Press into position until you hear it engage.

110 WIPER BLADES LAMPS AND BULBS

Lamps and bulbs are an important compo- Whenever working on the electrical nent of vehicle safety. Therefore, proceed system, switch off the electrical carefully when handling bulbs. The manu- accessory you are working on or disconnect OVERVIEW facturer of your MINI recommends that you the cable from the negative terminal of the have such work performed by your MINI battery. Failure to do this could result in Dealer if you are not familiar with the pro- short circuits. cedures. To prevent injuries and damage, comply with any instructions provided by the bulb Do not touch the glass portion of a manufacturer.< new bulb with your bare hands since even small amounts of impurities burn into the surface and reduce the service life of Rear window wiper the bulb. Use a clean cloth, paper napkin, or

1. Rotate the wiper arm completely out similar material, or hold the bulb by its OPERATION CONTROLS from the windshield metallic base.< 2. Turn the wiper blade as far as it will go to the rear, see arrow A replacement bulb set is available at your 3. Press the wiper blade against the limit MINI Dealer. and thus out of the mounting

4. Press the new wiper blade into the REPAIRS mounting. DATA INDEX

111 LAMPS AND BULBS

1. Pull on the tab of the cover of the defective lamp and open it 2. Press the retaining wire lightly at the eyelet and at the same time guide it out- wards 3. Fold the retaining wire down 4. Remove the lamp holder and replace the lamp 5. Reinsert the lamp holder in the correct position 6. Fold the retaining wire back up and catch in place. 1 Low beams Ensure that it is placed in the middle of Turn signal indicators, front H7 bulb, 55 Watts the wire connector. 21 Watt bulb 1. Open the bonnet 2 High beams Xenon lamps* 2. Reach into the opening for the turn sig- H7 bulb, 55 Watts The service life of these bulbs is very long nal indicators from above and the probability of a failure is very low, 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb holder The H7 bulb is pressurized. Therefore, provided that they are not switched on and while turning it to the left wear safety glasses and protective off an unusual number of times. If one of 4. Remove and replace the bulb. gloves. If the lamp is damaged there is a these bulbs should nevertheless fail, it is risk of injury.< possible to continue driving with great cau- Parking lamps and standing lamps tion using the fog lamps, provided traffic 5 Watt bulb Replacing bulbs laws in your area do not prohibit this. The parking lamps and standing lamps are The headlamps are integrated into the integrated in the lamp housing of the turn Because of the extremely high volt- MINI engine compartment. signal indicator. ages involved, any work on the xenon lighting system should be carried out by 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull technically qualified personnel only. Other- out wise, there is a risk of fatal injury.< 2. Remove and replace the bulb.

112 LAMPS AND BULBS OVERVIEW

Side turn signal indicators Fog lamps* Tail lamps

5 Watt bulb H11 bulb, 55 Watts Rear lamp 3: bulb 21/5 Watts OPERATION CONTROLS 1. Press lamp toward vehicle tailgate and Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a Other bulbs: 21 Watts remove malfunction. 1 Rear fog lamp* red 2. Remove and replace the bulb. 2 Turn signal indicator yellow 3 Rear lamp red Side marker lamps

4 Rear lamp/Brake lamp red REPAIRS 3 Watt bulb Side marker lamps in the wheelhouse paneling of the bumper. Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a malfunction. DATA INDEX

113 LAMPS AND BULBS

To make this clear, the illustration shows a Backup lamp Center high-mount brake lamp dismantled tail lamp with the bulb holder With the space-saver spare tire option: LED strip on the tailgate. removed. All of the bulbs are integrated in Access to the lamp via the back or under- Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a the bulb holder. side of the bumper. malfunction. To reach the bulb holder, remove the cover 1. Press the clips together of the side trim panel in the cargo area. 2. Push the lamp out of the bumper 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while Replacing bulbs turning it to the left 1. Unplug the power supply 4. Remove and replace the bulb. 2. Release the bulb holder, arrow, and remove Other equipment: 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a turning it to the left malfunction. 4. Remove and replace the bulb 5. Plug in the power supply receptacle 6. Press the bulb holder into position until you hear it engage.

114 LAMPS AND BULBS OVERVIEW

License plate lamps Interior lamps Illuminated vanity mirror

5 Watt bulb 6 Watt xenon bulb Lamps in the vanity mirror in the sun visor. OPERATION CONTROLS 1. Apply a screwdriver to the recess and 1. Press out the lamp cover with a screw- Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a lever out the lamp cover driver malfunction. 2. Replace the bulb. 2. Remove and replace the bulb.

Reading lamps 2 x 6 Watt xenon bulbs REPAIRS 1. Press out the lamp cover with a screwdriver 2. Unscrew the entire lamp with a screwdriver

3. Remove the bulb from above and DATA replace. INDEX

115 LAMPS AND BULBS REPAIRING A FLAT TIRE

Footwell lamps Safety measures in the event of a flat 5 Watt bulb tire: Stop the vehicle as far as possible from 1. Press out the lamp cover with a screw- passing traffic. Switch on the hazard warn- driver ing flashers. 2. Remove and replace the bulb. Turn the steering wheel to the straight- ahead wheel position and engage the Glove compartment lamp steering lock. Engage the parking brake and 5 Watt bulb shift into 1st or reverse gear – selector lever 1. Press out the lamp cover with a screw- in P. driver All passengers should be outside the vehi- 2. Remove and replace the bulb. cle and well away from your immediate Cargo area lamps working area – behind a guardrail, for 5 Watt bulb instance. 1. Press the lamp cover to the left and out If a portable hazard warning lamp is avail- with a screwdriver. able, set it up on the roadside at an appro- 2. Remove and replace the bulb. priate distance from the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations.<

In the event of a flat tire, different procedures should be followed depending on the equipment included in your MINI: >Vehicles with Run Flat tires, refer to page 93 >Vehicles with a space-saver spare tire, refer to the following section >Vehicles with MINI Mobility System, refer to page 121.

116 CHANGING TIRES: MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*

Additional safety measures in the event of a wheel change: Change the wheel only on a level, firm sur- OVERVIEW face which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack could slip sideways on soft or slippery support surfaces, such as snow, ice, flagstones, etc.. Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a support base for the jack, as this would prevent it from extending to its full support height and reduce its load-carrying capacity. Do not lie under the vehicle or start the Tire change set Removing the space-saver spare tire

engine when the vehicle is supported by On vehicles with a space-saver spare tire, The screw connection of the space-saver OPERATION CONTROLS the jack – risk of fatal injury.< the tire change set is stored in the cargo spare tire is in the cargo area under the area under the floor mat. floor mat, on the base of the storage com- To change a space-saver tire, proceed as 1 Chock, folding partment for the tire change set. follows: 2 Hubcap remover 1. Loosen the screw connection using the >Remove space-saver spare tire, refer to wheel lug bolt wrench

3 Wheel stud wrench REPAIRS the section after the next one 2. Take out the cover panel >Prepare for tire change, refer to page 119 4 Jack >Jack up the vehicle, refer to page 119 5 Lug wrench > Fit the space-saver spare tire, refer to 6 Towing eyelet page 120 >Tighten the lug bolts, refer to page 120 7 Lifting handle >Drive with space-saver spare tire, refer to The onboard tool kit includes a pouch with DATA page 120. a plastic bag in which you can place the damaged wheel. INDEX

117 CHANGING TIRES: MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*

3. Screw the lifting handle from the 5. Squeeze the securing springs 9. Pull out the space-saver spare tire onboard tool kit onto the thread 6. The space-saver spare tire is released towards the rear underneath the vehi- 4. Raise the lifting handle slightly and must be held by the lifting handle cle 7. Lower the space-saver spare tire with 10. Position the space-saver spare tire with the lifting handle the valve facing upwards 8. Unscrew the lifting handle again 11. Unscrew the valve extension from the valve of the space-saver spare tire 12. Unscrew the dust cap from the extension and attach to the valve on the spare tire.

Due to its different dimensions, the damaged wheel cannot be placed in the recess for the space-saver spare tire.<

118 CHANGING TIRES: MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*

Preparing for a tire change Follow the safety precautions on OVERVIEW pages 116 and 117.<

1. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling: Place the folding chock behind the front wheel on the other side of the vehicle; on downward inclines, place it in front of this wheel. If the wheel is changed on a surface with a more severe slope, take additional pre- Jacking up the vehicle 2. During jacking up, insert the jack head in cautions to secure the vehicle from roll- the square recess of the jacking point ing 1. Place the jack at the jacking point closest OPERATION CONTROLS 3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you 2. Loosen the lug bolts by a half turn. to the wheel. The jack base must be perpendicular to are changing is raised from the ground. the surface beneath the jacking point

The vehicle jack is designed for

changing wheels only. Do not REPAIRS attempt to raise another vehicle model with it or to raise any load of any kind. To do so could cause accidents and personal injury.< DATA INDEX

119 CHANGING TIRES: MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*

Fitting the space-saver spare tire Driving with the space-saver spare tire 1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed of wheel 50 mph / 80 km/h. 2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt You must expect changes in vehicle han- from the mounting surfaces of the dling such as lower track stability during wheel and hub. Clean the lug bolts braking, longer braking distances and 3. Fit the space-saver spare tire changes in self-steering properties when 4. Screw at least two lug bolts finger-tight close to the handling limit. These effects into opposite bolt holes are more pronounced when driving with 5. Screw in the remaining bolts winter tires. 6. Tighten all the lug bolts firmly in a diagonal pattern Only one space-saver spare tire may 7. Lower the vehicle be mounted at one time. Reinstall a 8. Remove the jack. wheel and tire of the original size as soon as possible.< Tightening the lug bolts Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern. Check the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity and correct it As soon as possible, have the secure if necessary.< seating of the lug bolts, tightening torque 88.5 lb ft / 120 Nm, checked using a calibrated torque wrench. Otherwise, a wheel coming loose can lead to a severe accident.<

Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly balanced.

120 MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*

MINI Mobility System 1 Jack To repair a flat tire you will find a MINI 2 Chock, folding OVERVIEW Mobility System in your MINI. With the 3 Wheel stud wrench help of this system you can apply a liquid 4 Hubcap remover sealant on the inside of the tire, which seals the damaged area and enables you to con- 5 Wrench, screwdriver/Phillips screw- tinue to drive. driver, towing eyelet 6 Compressor, hose with manometer and Preparing for tire repair plug for cigarette lighter socket Before using the MINI Mobility Sys- 7 Package with filling hose, valve tem read the warning and danger remover and valve core < precautions on the equipment. MINI Mobility System with onboard 8 Filling canister tools If possible, leave objects in which have 9 Hex wrench/screwdriver OPERATION CONTROLS The MINI Mobility System with tire change been forced into the tire. 10 Adapter for wheel lug lock set and onboard tools is located in the Take off the tag regarding speed limits and cargo area under the floor mat: stick it onto the steering wheel.

Using the MINI Mobility System REPAIRS In order to repair a flat tire with the MINI Mobility System, proceed as follows: >Pump in liquid sealant, refer to page 122 >Reinflate the tire, refer to page 122 >Distribute liquid sealant, refer to DATA page 123 >Check tire inflation pressure, refer to page 123 >Drive on, refer to page 123. INDEX

121 MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*

5. Remove the cap from the filling hose 6. Push the filling hose onto the tire valve 7. Hold the filling canister with the cap down and squeeze. Squeeze the entire contents of the canister into the tire 8. Remove filling hose 9. Screw valve core into the tire valve with the valve remover.

In the event of a lost or dirty valve core you will find another valve core Pumping in liquid sealant in a package with the filling hose.< Reinflating the tire 1. Shake the filling canister 1. Screw hose 1 with manometer onto the 2. Screw the filling hose onto the filling Please remember that the liquid can- tire valve canister ister must be replaced every four 2. Connect plug 3 to the cigarette lighter 3. Unscrew the dust protection cap from years if the equipment has not been socket in the vehicle interior, refer to the valve of the defective tire used.< page 74 4. Screw out the valve core with the valve 3. Ignition key in position 1: remover. The valve remover is located in Turn on compressor 2 a package with the filling hose 4. Inflate the tires to at least 26 psi / Place the valve core and valve 180 kPa, but not to more than 36 psi / remover only on clean surfaces.< 250 kPa. To check the current air pressure, shut off the device for a short time Do not run the compressor for longer than 6 minutes, otherwise the device will overheat and possibly be damaged.<

122 MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*

If an air pressure of 26 psi / Checking tire inflation pressure Driving on 180 kPa cannot be reached, 1. After driving for approx. 10 minutes, pull Do not exceed the permitted maxi- OVERVIEW unscrew the hose 1 and drive back and over at a suitable location mum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h; forth about 33 ft / 10 m so that the liq- 2. Screw hose with manometer back onto otherwise an accident could happen.< uid sealant is distributed in the tire. the tire valve Afterwards repeat the procedure. 3. Check tire pressure Replace the defective tire as soon as If an air pressure of 26 psi / 180 kPa is possible and have the new wheel/tire still not reached, the tire is too badly The tire inflation pressure must be at assembly balanced. damaged. Please contact the nearest least 18 psi / 130 kPa betragen. Have the MINI Mobility System refilled. < MINI Dealer. If it is not, do not continue driving.< Please contact your MINI Dealer.< 5. Turn off compressor 2 6. Unscrew hose 1 from the tire valve If 18 psi / 130 kPa are displayed: Tire change set 7. Store the MINI Mobility System back in 4. Ignition key position 1: Your MINI is additionally equipped with a the vehicle. Turn on compressor 2. Correct the tire tire change set. This is located in the MINI OPERATION CONTROLS inflation pressure to the specified value, COOPER in the cargo area under the floor The instructions for using the MINI refer to the tire inflation pressure table mat. Mobility System are also given on the on page 88 When changing a tire, always observe the equipment.< 5. Replace the tire as soon as possible. safety measures on page 116, and follow

the procedure described on page 119 ff. REPAIRS Distributing liquid sealant The use of the MINI Mobility System Immediately drive for approx. 10 minutes, may be ineffective with tire damage In case of a flat tire the tire change so that the liquid sealant is uniformly dis- larger than approx. 1/6 in / 4 mm. Please set is not necessary due to the avail- tributed. contact the nearest MINI Dealer if the tire ability of the MINI Mobility System.< cannot be made drivable with the MINI <

Do not exceed a speed of 40 mph / Mobility System. DATA 60 km/h. If possible do not drive at a speed lower than 10 mph / 20 km/h.< INDEX

123 BATTERY

Location in the MINI COOPER Charging the battery The battery is located in the engine com- Only charge the battery in the vehicle via partment. the terminals in the engine compartment Exact location, refer to page 96. with the engine switched off, refer to 'Jump-starting', page 126 ff. Location in the MINI COOPER S Disposal The battery is located in the cargo area under the floor mat. Return used batteries to a recycling point or your MINI Dealer. Maintain Battery care the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Secure the battery to pre- The battery is absolutely maintenance-free, vent it from tilting during transport.< that is, the original electrolyte will normally last for the service life of the battery under moderate climatic conditions.

For all questions regarding the battery, please consult your MINI Dealer.<

124 FUSES OVERVIEW

Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse In the engine compartment or replace it with a fuse of a different

In the MINI COOPER to the right of the bat- OPERATION CONTROLS color or Ampere rating. To do this could tery. cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a In the MINI COOPER S to the right of the air circuit overload.< filter box. Open the fuse box lid. To do so, press the If a fuse blows a second time, have clip fastener.

the cause of the damage rectified by REPAIRS your MINI Dealer.< In the vehicle interior A fuse allocation diagram is located on the On the left side of the footwell in the side inside of the fuse box cover panel. trim panel. Plastic tweezers can be found in the fuse Open the cover panel of the fuse box. To do box in the vehicle interior, refer to next col- so, press the fastener. DATA umn. INDEX

125 JUMP-STARTING

When your battery is discharged, you can 1. Check whether the battery of the sup- Connect the jumper cables use two jumper cables to start your MINI port vehicle has 12 Volts and approxi- Always adhere to this sequence when with power from the battery in a second mately the same capacity measured in connecting the jumper cables; failure vehicle. Correspondingly you can help start Ah. These data are printed on the bat- to observe this procedure can lead to spark- another vehicle. Only use jumper cables tery ing and pose an injury hazard.< with fully insulated handles on the termi- 2. Switch off the engine of the support nal clamps. vehicle 3. Switch off any electrical systems and Preparing for jump-starting components in both vehicles. Do not touch live wiring and cables on a running engine. There is a risk of fatal injury if you do this. Carefully observe the following instructions to avoid personal injury and/or damage to either vehicle or both vehicles. Make sure that there is no contact between the bodywork of the two vehicles to avoid a short circuit hazard.<

126 JUMP-STARTING

1. Remove the cover of the battery or open Performing the jump-start the cover of the auxiliary jump-starting 1. Start the engine of the support vehicle OVERVIEW terminal: and allow it to run at a fast idle speed for > MINI COOPER: several minutes Remove the battery cover. 2. Start the engine of the other vehicle in To do so, press the two clips simulta- the usual manner. neously. If the first start attempt is not success- > MINI COOPER S: ful, wait a few minutes before another Open the cover of the auxiliary jump- attempt in order to allow the discharged starting terminal, arrow 1 battery to recharge 2. Connect one terminal clamp of the 3. Allow the engines of both vehicles to run plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat- for several minutes The illustration shows the auxiliary jump- tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump- starting terminal on the MINI COOPER S. On the MINI: before disconnecting

starting terminal of the support vehicle OPERATION CONTROLS the jumper cables, switch on the In the MINI COOPER S, the auxiliary jump- 3. Connect the other terminal clamp of the lighting, the rear window defroster and starting terminal, arrow 1, acts as the posi- plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat- the highest blower speed to prevent a tive battery terminal, refer to view of tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump- voltage surge from the regulator to the engine compartment on page 97. starting terminal of the vehicle to be electrical systems and components.< started

4. Then disconnect the jumper cables in REPAIRS Engine or body ground in your MINI: the reverse order. arrow 2. If necessary have the battery checked and 4. Connect one terminal clamp of the completely charged at a MINI Dealer. minus/– jumper cable to the negative battery terminal or to an engine or body Do not use spray starter fluids to start

ground of the support vehicle DATA the engine.< 5. Connect the second terminal clamp of the minus/– jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started. INDEX

127 TOWING

Tow bars If the towing eyelets of the two vehicles are not directly opposite one another, please note: >Clearance and maneuvering capability will be strictly limited in corners >The inclination of the tow bar generates lateral force, critical above all if the road surface is slippery.

Do not tow a vehicle that is heavier For towing, use either a tow bar or nylon Use only the towing eyelet supplied than the towing vehicle; otherwise it ropes or straps that prevent sudden jerking with the vehicle and screw it in firmly will no longer be possible to control the < movements. until it stops. Use the towing eyelet for vehicle's response. towing on paved roads only. If you do not Towing eyelet follow these instructions, the towing eyelet The screw-in towing eyelet is stored in the could detach itself from the vehicle or the onboard tool kit; be sure that it remains in vehicle could be damaged. Never attach the vehicle at all times. It can be attached tie-down hooks, chains, straps, or tow at the front or rear of the vehicle. hooks to tie rods, control arms, or any other part of the vehicle suspension, as this could Access to tow sockets damage the components and possibly lead to accidents.< Use a suitable object, e.g. credit card, screwdriver, to press out the covers from Avoid staggered towing and make the recess. sure that the towing rope is taut before the vehicle that is towing drives off.<

128 TOWING

Tow-starting Find some means of identifying the vehicle It is not possible to start the engine of a in tow, for instance, by turning on the haz- OVERVIEW vehicle equipped with an automatic trans- ard warning flashers. mission by towing or pushing. Make sure that the ignition key For instructions on jump starting, refer to remains in position 1 even when the page 126. electrical system has failed to prevent the Never attempt to use your vehicle to push steering lock from engaging. another car, since damage to the energy- The steering and brakes are without power absorbing bumpers could result. assist when the engine is off. This means that increased effort is required for steer- Towing a vehicle ing and braking.< Only tow vehicles with Continuously Towing with a commercial tow truck > Variable automatic Transmission Do not tow with sling-type equipment OPERATION CONTROLS (CVT) with the front wheels raised or on a >Use a wheel-lift or flatbed carrier special transport vehicle, otherwise the >Please comply with applicable towing transmission can be damaged.< laws.

1. Place gear selector lever in neutral or idle Never allow passengers to ride in a

2. Towing speed: towed vehicle for any reason.< REPAIRS Max. 45 mph / 70 km/h 3. Towing distance: Max. 95 miles / 150 km 4. Leave the ignition key at position 1 to ensure that the brake lamps, turn signals, horn and windshield wipers remain DATA operative, and to prevent the steering lock detent from engaging 5. Switch on the hazard-warning system, observe country-specific regulations. INDEX

129 130 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW

CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS

TECHNICAL DATA DATA

INDEX INDEX

Data 131 ENGINE DATA

MINI COOPER MINI COOPER S Displacement cu in / cmµ 97.52 / 1,598 97.52 / 1,598 Number of cylinders 4 4 Maximum output hp / kW 115 / 85 163 / 120 at engine speed rpm 6,000 6,000 Maximum torque lb ft / Nm 110 / 149 155 / 210 at engine speed rpm 4,500 4,000 Compression ratio ε 10.6 8.3 Stroke in / mm 3.38 / 85.8 3.38 / 85.8 Bore in / mm 3.03 / 77 3.03 / 77 Fuel mixture preparation Digital electronic engine-management system

132 DIMENSIONS OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA

All measurements in inches / millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 35 ft / 10.66 m. Values following a ; are differing values for MINI COOPER S. INDEX

133 WEIGHTS

MINI COOPER MINI COOPER S Curb weight, with all optional special equipment with manual transmission lbs / kg 2,524 / 1,145 2,678 / 1,215 with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) lbs / kg 2,557 / 1,160 – Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission lbs / kg 3,340 / 1,515 3,494 / 1,585 with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) lbs / kg 3,373 / 1,530 – Cargo and luggage load capacity lbs / kg 816 / 370 816 / 370 Approved front axle load lbs / kg 1,918 / 870 1,962 / 890 Approved rear axle load lbs / kg 1,609 / 730 1,698 / 770 Approved roof load, with special MINI roof rack lbs / kg 165 / 75 165 / 75 Cargo area volume cu ft / liters 5.3 / 150 5.3 / 150 with rear backrest folded down cu ft / liters 23.7 / 670 23.7 / 670

134 CAPACITIES

Notes

Fuel tank gal. / liters approx. 13.2 / 50 Fuel quality, refer to page 85 OVERVIEW Reserve approx. 2.1 / 8 Windshield washer system quarts / liters approx. 2.1 / 2.0 More details, refer to page 98 Headlamp washer system approx. 2.6 / 2.5 Cooling system including heater circuit quarts / liters 5.6 / 5.3 MINI COOPER More details, refer to page 100 6.3 / 6.0 MINI COOPER S Engine with oil filter change quarts / liters 4.7 / 4.5 MINI COOPER High Performance Synthetic Oil: 4.7 / 4.5 MINI COOPER S for more details, refer to page 99 Manual transmission quarts / liters approx. 2.1 / 2.0 MINI COOPER Contact your MINI Dealer for more approx. 1.8 / 1.7 MINI COOPER S details Continuously Variable automatic Trans- quarts / liters approx. 4.2 / 4.0 MINI COOPER Contact your MINI Dealer for more mission (CVT) details REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX

135 136 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW

CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS

TECHNICAL DATA DATA

INDEX INDEX

Index 137

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

A All Season traction Control Automatic car washes 103 Blowers, refer to Draft-free ABS Antilock Brake System 61 (ASC) 59 Automatic climate control 70 ventilation 69, 72 indicator lamp 16, 17 indicator lamp 16, 17 Automatic headlamp range BMW 6 Accessories, refer to All-season tires, refer to Winter control for xenon lamps, Bonnet 95 For your own safety 7 tires 92 refer to Daytime driving indicator lamp 16 Your individual vehicle 6 Antenna 103 lamps 48 Bore, refer to Engine data 132 Activated-charcoal filter 72 Antifreeze Average consumption Bottle holders, refer to Air circulation, refer to coolant 100 setting units 58 Beverage holders 74 Recirculated air mode 68, 71 washer fluid 98 Average speed Brake discs Air conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) 61 setting units 58 brake system 86 air conditioning system 68 indicator lamp 16, 17 Axle loads, refer to break-in procedures 82 automatic climate control 71 Approved axle load, refer to Weights 134 Brake fluid 101 Air conditioning system 67 Weights 134 adding 101 Air distribution Approved engine oils 99 B level 86 air conditioning system 68 Approved gross vehicle weight, Backrests, refer to warning lamp 15 automatic climate control 71 refer to Weights 134 Adjusting seats 33 Brake lamps Air outlets, refer to ASC All Season traction Backup lamp 44 bulb replacement 114 Ventilation 69, 72 Control 59 bulb replacement 114 Brake pads 86 Air pressure, refer to Tire indicator lamp 16, 17 Bar, towing 128 break-in procedures 82 inflation pressure 87 Ashtray 74 Battery 124 warning lamp 16 Air supply Assistant systems, refer to disposal 22, 124 Brake system 86 air conditioning system 68 All Season traction Control indicator lamp 15 brake fluid level 86 automatic climate control 72 (ASC) 59 jump-starting 126 brake pads 86 Air, drying, refer to Air Dynamic Stability Control remote control 22 disc brakes 86 conditioning 68, 71 (DSC) 60 Belts, refer to Safety belts 35 warning lamp 16 Airbags 65 AUTO program, refer to Beverage holders 74 Brake wear warning indicator lamp 16 Automatic air distribution 71 Blower brake pads 86 safe seating position 31 Automatic air conditioning system 68 warning lamp 16 AKI, refer to Fuel quality 85 air distribution 71 automatic climate control 72 air supply 71 Blower, refer to Air flow 68, 72 cruise control 52

138 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Brakes 86 Car wash, refer to Washing Changing tires Compact disk operation, refer ABS 61 your vehicle 103 space-saver spare tire 117 to Owner's Manual for Radio brake fluid 101 Car-care products 103 Charge-current indicator Compartments 73 OVERVIEW break-in procedures 82 Care, vehicle 103 light 15 Compression, refer to Engine handbrake 43 Cargo area 75 Child seat, refer to Child- data 132 indicator/warning cover 75 restraint systems 38 Compressor, refer to MINI lamps 15, 16 emergency operation, refer Child-restraint systems 38 Mobility System Breaking in 82 to Manual operation 27 Chock, folding operation, refer to Bulb replacement, refer to foldable rear backrest 75 MINI Mobility System 121 Reinflating tires 122 Lamps and bulbs 111 lid, refer to Tailgate 27 Run Flat tires 93 storage location 110 Buttons in multifunction volume, refer to Weights 134 space-saver spare tire 117 Computer, refer to Onboard steering wheel 18 Cargo area lamps Chrome parts, refer to Caring computer 57 Continuously Variable bulb replacement 116 for your vehicle 104 Condensed water, refer to Air automatic Transmission Cargo area net 77 Chrome-plated parts, care 104 conditioning 68, 71 (CVT) 46 Carpet care 104 Cigarette lighter 74 Configuring settings, refer to Cassette operation, refer to Cigarette lighter socket 74 Vehicle Memory 37 C Owner's Manual for Radio Circulation of air, refer to Consumption, refer to Average California Proposition Catalytic converter, refer to Recirculated air mode 68, 71 consumption 58 65 warning 107 High temperatures 83 Cleaning the rear window 51 Consumption, refer to Current

Capacities 135 CBC Cornering Brake Control 61 Cleaning the vehicle, refer to consumption 58 REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS Car care, refer to Caring for your warning lamp 16 Caring for your vehicle 103 Contents 2 vehicle 103 CD changer, refer to separate Clock 56 Continuously Variable Car keys, refer to Keys 22 Owner's Manual Closing automatic Transmission Car radio, refer to separate CD operation, refer to from inside 26 (CVT) 45 Owner's Manual Owner's Manual for Radio from outside 23 ignition 41

Car telephone, refer to separate Center high-mount brake lamp Clothes hooks 83 indicator lamp 47 DATA Owner's Manual bulb replacement 114 Clutch interlock 41 Car vacuum cleaner, Central locking system 23 break-in procedures 82 selector lever lock 45 connecting, refer to Cigarette interior 26 Cockpit 12 shiftlock 45 lighter socket 74 Changing bulbs, refer to Lamps Cold start, refer to towing 129 Car wash 103 and bulbs 111 Starting the engine 41 INDEX

139 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Control elements, refer to Current fuel consumption Demisting windows 69, 72 Driving lamps, refer to Parking Cockpit 12 setting units 58 Digital clock 56 lamps/Low beams 48 Convenience operation Cylinders, refer to Engine Dimensions 133 Driving notes 83 from outside 24, 25 data 132 Dimming interior rearview break-in procedures 82 glass sunroof, electric 29 mirror 37 Driving stability control 59, 60 window 28 D Dipstick, engine oil 98 Dry air, refer to Air Coolant 100 Daily odometer, refer to Trip Directional turn signal, conditioning 68, 71 indicator lamp 15 odometer 54 refer to Turn signal DSC Dynamic Stability level 100 Dashboard lighting, refer to indicators 49 Control 60 temperature 55 Instrument lighting 49 Disc brakes 86 indicator lamp 16 Coolant temperature gauge 55 Data, technical Displacement, refer to Engine DVD changer, refer to separate Cooling system, refer to dimensions 133 data 132 Owner's Manual Capacities 135 engine data 132 Display elements 13 Dynamic Stability Control Cooling, refer to Air weights 134 with navigation system 14 (DSC) 60 conditioning 68, 71 Date of the Owner's Manual 7 Display lighting, refer to indicator lamp 16 Copyright 2 Daytime driving lamps 48 Instrument lighting 49 Dynamic Cornering Brake Control Deep water, refer to Water on Disposal Stability Control (DSC) 60 (CBC) 61 roadways 83 oil 99 warning lamp 16 Defrost setting, refer to remote control battery 22 E Cosmetic mirror, refer to Defrosting and demisting vehicle battery 124 Easy entry to the rear 34 Illuminated vanity mirror 36 windows 69, 72 Distance covered, refer to EBD Electronic Brake Force Cruise control 52 Defrosting and demisting Odometer 54 Distribution 61 indicator lamp 17 windows Door keys 24 indicator lamp 16 multifunction steering air conditioning system 69 Door lock 25 Electric glass sunroof 29 wheel 18 automatic climate control 72 Doors, locking and unlocking Electric power windows 28 sports steering wheel 18 Defrosting windows 69, 72 from inside 26 initializing 28 Cup holders, refer to Beverage air conditioning system 68 from outside 24 holders 74 automatic climate control 71 DOT quality grades 89 Curb weight, refer to Defrosting windshield, refer to Draft-free ventilation 69, 72 Weights 134 Defrosting and demisting Drink holders, refer to Beverage windows 69, 72 holders 74

140 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Electrical malfunction Engine compartment ESP Electronic Stability Floor coverings and carpets 104 door lock 25 MINI COOPER 96 Program, refer to Floor mat 104 driver's door 25 MINI COOPER S 97 Dynamic Stability Control Fog lamps 49 OVERVIEW glass sunroof, electric 30 Engine coolant 100 (DSC) 60 bulb replacement 113 tailgate 27 Engine data 132 Exhaust system, refer to indicator lamp 49 transmission lock for Engine oil 98 High temperatures 83 Foldable rear backrest 75 Continuously Variable alternative oils 99 Exterior mirrors 36 'Follow me home' lamps 48 automatic Transmission capacity 135 Eyelet, towing 128 Foot brake, refer to Driving (CVT) 47 indicator/warning lamp 15 notes 83 Electronic Brake Force recommended oils 99 F Footwell lamps 50 Distribution (EBD) 61 Engine oil level 98 Failure of an electrical bulb replacement 116 indicator lamp 16 indicator/warning lamp 15 consumer 125 Front airbags 65 Electronic Stability Program Engine oil pressure Fasten safety belts 35 Fuel (ESP), refer to indicator/warning lamp 15 indicator lamp 16 average consumption 58 Dynamic Stability Control Engine output, refer to Engine Filling canister, refer to MINI gauge 54, 55 (DSC) 60 data 132 Mobility System 122 mixture preparation, refer to Electronic transmission control Engine speed, refer to Engine Filling hose, refer to MINI Engine data 132 module 47 data 132 Mobility System 122 quality 85 Emergency operation, refer to Entry to the rear 34 Filter, refer to volume, refer to

Manual operation EP electronic transmission Microfilter/activated- Capacities 135 REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS driver's door 25 control module charcoal filter 72 Fuel filler cap glass sunroof, electric 30 Continuously Variable Flat tire unlocking in the event of tailgate 27 automatic Transmission Flat Tire Monitor 62, 63 electrical malfunction 84 Engine (CVT) 47 indicator/warning lamp 16 Fuel tank capacity, refer to break-in procedures 82 Equipment and features, refer MINI Mobility System 121 Capacities 135

data 132 to Service and Warranty Run Flat tires 93 Fuses 125 DATA electronics 17 Information Booklet for US space-saver spare tire 117 indicator lamp 17 models, Warranty and tire condition 91 G speed 54 Service Guide Booklet for Flat Tire Monitor 62 Gas cap 84 starting 41 Canadian models indicator lamp 16, 17 Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel switching off 43 initializing 62 gauge 54, 55 INDEX

141 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Gasoline, refer to Fuel Headlamp washer reservoir 98 High Performance Synthetic Indicator/warning lamp quality 85 capacity, refer to Oil, refer to Engine oil 99 airbags 65 Gear indicator 47 Capacities 135 alternative oils 99 ASC 59 Gearshift lever Headlamps capacity 135 brakes 101 Continuously Variable bulb replacement 112 recommended oils 99 coolant temperature 55 automatic Transmission care 103 specified oils 99 DSC 60 (CVT) 45 cleaning 51 High temperatures 83 fasten safety belts 35 manual transmission 44 Heated mirrors 36 Holders for beverages 74 Flat Tire Monitor 63 General driving notes 83 Heated rear window Horn 12 fog lamps 49 Glass sunroof, electric 29 air conditioning system 68 Hydroplaning 83 reserve fuel capacity 54, 55 convenience automatic climate control 71 Individual air distribution 72 operation 24, 25 Heating 67 I Individual settings, refer to pinch protection 30 exterior mirrors 36 Ice warning 57 Vehicle Memory 37 Glove compartment 73 rear window 68, 71 Identification mark Inflation pressure monitor, Glove compartment lamp seats 35 Run Flat tires 93 refer to Flat Tire Monitor 62 bulb replacement 116 windshield 68, 71 Ignition 41 Inflation pressure, tires 87 Gross weight, refer to Heavy load, refer to Loading Ignition key 22 Inspection 56 Weights 134 cargo 77 Ignition lock 41 Instrument cluster, refer to Height adjustment Illuminated vanity mirror 36 Display elements 13 H seats 32 Illumination Instrument lighting 49 Handbrake, refer to Parking steering wheel 36 of instruments 49 Instrument panel, refer to brake 43 Height, refer to Imitation leather 104 Cockpit 12 Hazard warning flashers 12 Dimensions 133 Imprint 2 Interior lamps 50 Head airbags 65 Hex wrench 121 Index 138 bulb replacement 115 Head restraints 33 High beams 49 Indicator and warning lamps, Interior rearview mirror 36 Headlamp flasher 49 bulb replacement 112 overview 15 automatic dimming 37 indicator lamp 17 headlamp flasher 49 Interior temperature Headlamp washer indicator lamp 17 settings 68, 71 cleaning headlamps 51 Interlock, refer to Steering washer fluid 98 locked 41

142 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Intermittent operation Leather care 105 Luggage compartment lamps, Manual operation wipers 50 LEDs light-emitting diodes 50 refer to Cargo area lamps 116 door lock 25 Interval display, service 102 Length, refer to Luggage compartment lid driver's door 25 OVERVIEW Dimensions 133 emergency operation, refer fuel filler cap 84 J License plate lamp to Manual operation 27 glass sunroof, electric 30 Jack, refer to Tire change set bulb replacement 115 Luggage compartment lid, refer tailgate 27 MINI Mobility System 121 Lifting handle, space-saver to Tailgate 27 Manual transmission 44 Run Flat tires 93 spare tire, refer to Tire Luggage compartment, refer to Manufacturer 6 space-saver spare tire 117 change set 117 Cargo area 75 Master key Jacking points 119 Light switch 48 Luggage rack, refer to Roof- initializing 22 Jets, refer to Ventilation 69, 72 Light-alloy wheels, care 104 mounted luggage rack 78 with remote control 22 Jets, refer to Windshield Light-emitting diodes 50 Lumbar support 33 MC operation, refer to washer jets 51 Lighter 74 Owner's Manual for Radio Jump-starting 126 'Lights on' warning 48 M Memory, refer to Vehicle Load securing devices, refer to M+S tires, refer to Winter Memory 37 K Securing the load 77 tires 92 MFL Multifunction steering Keys 22 Loading cargo Maintenance system 102 wheel 18 Kickdown 46 vehicle 76 Maintenance, refer to Service Microfilter Knock control 85 Loads, refer to Loading cargo 76 interval display 56, 102 air conditioning system 69

Locking Malfunction automatic climate control 72 REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS L from inside 26 door lock 25 MINI Maintenance System 102 Lamp defect 111 from outside 24 glass sunroof, electric 30 MINI manufacturer 6 Lamp replacement, refer to Low beams 48 tailgate 27 MINI Mobility System 121 Lamps and bulbs 111 bulb replacement 112 Manual mode, refer to compressor 122 Lamps and bulbs 111 Lower back support, refer to Continuously Variable liquid sealant 122

Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/ Lumbar support 33 automatic Transmission Mirrors 36 DATA Low beams 48 Luggage compartment (CVT) 46 heating 36 Lashing eyes, refer to Securing capacity, refer to Cargo area Mobility System 121 the load 77 volume 134 Modifications, technical, refer LATCH child-restraint Luggage compartment cover, to For your own safety 7 mounting system 40 refer to Cargo area cover 75 INDEX

143 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Multifunction sports steering models, Warranty and P Pressure, tires 87 wheel 19 Service Guide Booklet for Paintwork care, refer to Vehicle production using MINI Multifunction steering Canadian models paintwork 103 Mobility System 122 wheel 18 Oil consumption 99 Park Distance Control (PDC) 64 Pumping in liquid sealant 122 Multifunction switch Oil filter change 135 Parking aid, refer to Park turn signal indicator/ Oil level 98 Distance Control (PDC) 64 Q headlamp flasher 49 indicator/warning lamp 15 Parking brake 43 Quality grades, refer to washer/wiper system 50 Oil level, measuring 98 warning lamp 16 Uniform Tire Quality Oil pressure Parking lamps 48 Grading 89 N indicator/warning lamp 15 bulb replacement 112 Navigation system, refer to Oil, refer to Engine oil Parking lamps/Low beams 48 R separate Owner's Manual alternative oils 99 Parking lock, refer to Radiator, refer to Coolant 100 Neck restraints, refer to Head capacity 135 Transmission lock 46 Radio, refer to separate restraints 33 dipstick 98 Parking the vehicle 83 Owner's Manual New tires 92 indicator/warning lamp 15 Parts and accessories, refer to Rain sensor 50 Non-smoker's equipment recommended oils 99 Your individual vehicle 6 Range 58 package, refer to Cigarette Onboard computer 57 PDC Park Distance Control 64 Reading lamps 50 lighter socket 74 Onboard tool kit 110 Pinch protection bulb replacement 115 Nylon rope 128 MINI Mobility System 121 glass sunroof, electric 30 Rear backrests space-saver spare tire 117 Plastic 104 folding 75 O Opening and closing Pollen, refer to Rear fog lamp 49 OBD interface socket 106 from inside 26 Microfilter 69 bulb replacement 113 Octane number, refer to Fuel from outside 23 Microfilter/activated- indicator lamp 49 quality 85 via remote control 23 charcoal filter 72 Rear lamps, refer to Tail Odometer 54 via the door lock 25 Power output, refer to Engine lamps 113 Oil 56 Outlets, refer to data 132 bulb replacement 113, 114 Oil change intervals, refer to Ventilation 67, 70 Power supply, refer to Cigarette Rear seats Service and Warranty Outside temperature lighter socket 74 adjusting head restraints 33 Information Booklet for US display 57 Power windows 28 Rear shelf, refer to Cargo area changing units 57 Pressure monitor, tires cover 75 in the onboard computer 57 Flat Tire Monitor 62

144 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Rear turn signal indicator Restraint systems Safety belts 35 Selector lever positions bulb replacement 113 for children 38 care 104 Continuously Variable Rear window wiper 51 refer to Safety belts 35 height adjustment 35 automatic Transmission OVERVIEW replacement 111 Reverse safe seating position 31 (CVT) 45 Rearview mirror 36 Continuously Variable warning lamp 16, 35 Selector lever shiftlock, refer to Recirculated air mode automatic Transmission Safety lock buttons, doors, Shiftlock 45 air conditioning system 68 (CVT) 46 refer to Locking 26 Service 56 automatic climate control 71 manual transmission 44 Safety systems, refer to Service interval display 56, 102 Reclining seat, refer to Backrest Rod antenna 103 All Season traction Control Service, refer to Service and tilt 33 Roller sun blind 30 (ASC) 59 Warranty Information Refueling 84 Roof load, refer to Weights 134 Antilock Brake System Booklet for US models, Remaining distance for Roof-mounted luggage rack 78 (ABS) 61 Warranty and Service Guide service 56 Rope, refer to Towing 128 Dynamic Stability Control Booklet for Canadian Remaining distance, refer to RSC Runflat System (DSC) 60 models 102 Range 58 Component, refer to Run Flat Screwdriver, refer to Onboard Shifting Remote control 23 tires 93 tool kit 110 Continuously Variable changing battery 22 Rubber parts 104 Seat adjustment 32 automatic Transmission initializing 22 Run Flat tires 93 Seat heating 35 (CVT) 46 malfunctions 25 tire failure 93 Securing loads, refer to Loading manual transmission 44

Remote control key, refer to tire inflation pressure 87 cargo 76 Shifting gears, refer to REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS Master key with remote Runflat System Component Securing the load 77 Continuously Variable control 22 (RSC), refer to Run Flat Securing the vehicle automatic Transmission Replacement key 22 tires 93 from inside 26 (CVT) 45 Replacement of tires 92 from outside 24 Shiftlock, refer to Range changing tires 117 S Selector lever selection 45

Reporting safety defects 9 Safety belt height Continuously Variable Side airbags 65 DATA Reserve indicator light, refer to adjustment 35 automatic Transmission Side turn signal indicators Fuel gauge 54, 55 (CVT) 45 bulb replacement 113 Reservoir Signal horn, refer to Horn 12 washer system 98 INDEX

145 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Sitting safely 31 Stability control Sun blind, refer to Roller sun Temperature display with airbags 31 All Season traction Control blind 30 ice warning 57 with safety belt 31 (ASC) 59 Sun visors 36 outside temperature 57 Size, refer to Dimensions 133 Dynamic Stability Control Surface ice, refer to Ice setting units 57 Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to (DSC) 60 warning 57 Temperature grades 90 Glass sunroof, electric 29 Standing lamps 48 Switches, refer to Cockpit 12 Third brake lamp Smoker's equipment package, bulb replacement 112 Switching off the engine 43 bulb replacement 114 refer to Ashtray 74 Starting aid Switching the air conditioning Third brake lamp, refer to Snow chains 94 All Season traction Control on and off manually 68, 71 Center high-mount brake Socket 12 V 74 (ASC) 59 Symbols 6 lamp 114 Socket, for onboard Dynamic Stability Control Three-point seat belt, refer to diagnostics 106 (DSC) 60 T Safety belts 35 Space-saver spare tire Starting aid, refer to Jump- Tachometer 54 Tightening the lug bolts changing tires 117 starting 126 Tail lamps keys 117, 121 Spare key 22 Starting problems bulb replacement 114 Tightening torque, refer to Spare tire, refer to Space-saver jump-starting 126 Tailgate 27 Tightening the lug bolts 120 spare tire 117 temperature 42 emergency operation, refer Tire change set Special oils, refer to Specified Starting the engine 41 to Manual operation 27 MINI Mobility System 123 engine oils 99 Steering lock 41 indicator lamp 16 Run Flat tires 93 Special wash program, refer to Steering wheel 12 to open from the outside 27 space-saver spare tire 117 Washing your vehicle 103 settings 36 Tank capacity, refer to Fuel tank Tire failure 116 Specified engine oils 99 Steering wheel lock 41 capacity 135 MINI Mobility System 121 Speed control, refer to Cruise Steering wheel with Tank gauge, refer to Fuel space-saver spare tire 117 control 52 multifunction buttons 18 gauge 54, 55 Tire inflation pressure 87, 123 Speedometer 13, 14 Storage compartments 73 Technical data 132 reinflation 122 Split rear backrest, refer to Storage space, refer to Cargo Technical modifications, refer Tire pressure monitor, refer to Foldable rear backrest 75 area 75 to For your own safety 7 Flat Tire Monitor 62 Sport program Storage, tires 92 Temperature Continuously Variable Storing the vehicle 105 air conditioning system 68 automatic Transmission Stroke, refer to Engine data 132 automatic climate control 71 (CVT) 46 engine 55

146 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Tires Track width, refer to U Vanity mirror age 89 Dimensions 133 Uniform Tire Quality bulb replacement 115 break-in procedures 82 Traction grades 90 Grading 89 illuminated 36 OVERVIEW changing 117 Transmission Units Vehicle condition 91 Continuously Variable average consumption 58 battery 124 damage 91 automatic Transmission average speed 58 break-in procedures 82 flat tire 93, 116 (CVT) 45 temperature 57 care 103 inflation pressure 87 manual transmission 44 Unlocking dimensions 133 replacement 92 Transmission lock, refer to bonnet 95 loading cargo 76 storage 92 Range selection 45 from inside 26 storage 105 tread 91 Transmission malfunction 47 from outside 24 switching off 83 wear indicator, refer to Tire Transporting children 38 Used batteries, refer to washing 103 tread 91 Transporting children safely 38 Disposal 124 weight 134 winter tires 92 Trash container, refer to Using antifreeze 98, 100 Vehicle Memory 37 Tools, refer to Onboard tool Ashtray 74 Ventilation kit 110 Tread depth, refer to Tire V draft-free 69, 72 Torque, refer to Engine tread 91 Vacuum cleaner, connecting, Volume data 132 Treadwear grade 89 refer to Cigarette lighter cargo area, refer to Tow Trip odometer 54 socket 74 Weights 134

bar 128 Trunk, refer to Cargo area 75 Valve fuel tank, refer to REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS eyelet 128 Turn signal indicators 49 core 121 Capacities 135 rope 128 indicator lamp 17 dust cap 118 Tow fitting, refer to Turn signal indicators, front remover 121 W Towing eyelet 128 bulb replacement 112 spare 121 Warning and indicator Tow socket for towing Turn signal indicators, side Valve remover, refer to lamps 15

eyelet 128 bulb replacement 113 Onboard tool kit 121 Warranty, refer to Service and DATA Towing 128 Turning circle, refer to Valve stem and replacement Warranty Information with automatic Dimensions 133 valve, refer to Onboard tool Booklet for US models, transmission 129 kit 121 Warranty and Service Guide Towing eyelet 128 Booklet for Canadian models 102 INDEX

147 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Washer fluid 98 Windshield heating Washer fluid reservoir, refer to air conditioning system 68 Capacities 135 automatic climate control 71 Washer fluid reservoir, refer to Windshield washer jets 51 Washer/Wiper system 98 Windshield washer reservoir 98 Washer systems 98 refer to Capacities 135 Washer/wiper system 50 Windshield washer system Washing your vehicle 103 washer fluid 98 Water on roadways, deep washer/wiper system 50 water 83 Windshield wiper blades Wear indicators in the tires, care 104 refer to Tire tread/Tire replacement 110, 111 damage 91 Windshield wipers, refer to Weights 134 Washer/wiper system 50 Wheel stud wrench Windshield, cleaning 51 MINI Mobility System 121 Winter tires space-saver spare tire 117 changing 117 Wheelbase, refer to storage 92 Dimensions 133 Winter tires, refer to Special Wheelslip control characteristics of winter All Season traction Control tires 92 (ASC) 59 Wood paneling 104 Dynamic Stability Control Work in the engine (DSC) 60 compartment 95 Width, refer to Dimensions 133 Wrench, refer to Onboard tool Window kit 110 convenience operation 24, 25 X Windscreen wipers Xenon lamps replacement 110, 111 bulb replacement 112 daytime driving lamps 48

148 REFUELING

Fuel

Designation

AKI:

Engine oil

Quality

The oil volume between the two notches on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts / 1 liter.

To ensure that you always have convenient access to all essential information when you stop for fuel, Tire inflation pressure Summer Winter we recommend that you take the time to fill out the adjoining chart by entering the data that front rear front rear applies to your vehicle. 2 persons

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