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BMW 2012 MINI COUNTRYMAN, Owner'S Manual

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MOBILITY

Indicator and warning lamps

176

Display in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems, 
including ABS and the Flat Tire Moni-
tor or the Tire Pressure Monitor, have 
failed, refer also to page

65

Reduced braking and driving stability. 
Drive cautiously and think well ahead. 
Avoid braking with full force, driving 
on rough tracks, and depressing the 
accelerator pedal to full throttle or 
kickdown position. Have the system 
checked immediately.

Display in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems, 
including ABS, ALL4 all-wheel drive, 
and the Flat Tire Monitor or the Tire 
Pressure Monitor, have failed, refer 
also to page

65

Drive cautiously and think well ahead. 
Avoid braking with full force, driving 
on rough tracks, and depressing the 
accelerator pedal to full throttle or 
kickdown position. Have the system 
checked immediately.

ALL4 all-wheel drive has failed.

Continued driving is possible. Drive 
cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid 
rough track driving, full-throttle oper-
ation, and use of the transmission's 
kickdown mode. Have the system 
checked immediately.

ALL4 all-wheel drive and DSC have 
failed.

Continued driving is possible. Drive 
cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid 
rough track driving, full-throttle oper-
ation, and use of the transmission's 
kickdown mode. Have the system 
checked immediately.

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2

Cause 

What to do

Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 914 828 - © 07/12 BMW AG

Summary of Contents for 2012 MINI COUNTRYMAN

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL MINI COUNTRYMAN Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ... 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 mainte nance information We wish you an enjoyable driving experience Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 3: ...nich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English VI 12 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 4: ...for driving comfort and safety 76 Lamps 81 Climate 86 Practical interior accessories DRIVING TIPS 95 96 Things to remember when driving ENTERTAINMENT 107 108 Radio MINI Boost CD COMMUNICATIONS 119 120 Telephone MOBILITY 133 134 Refueling 136 Wheels and tires 145 Engine compartment 149 Maintenance 151 Care 155 Replacing components 165 Giving and receiving assistance 169 Indicator and warning lamps ...

Page 5: ...with the voice operation system Identifies the answers generated by the voice operation system Symbols on vehicle components Indicates that you should consult the rele vant section of this Owner s Manual for information on a particular part or assembly Vehicle equipment The manufacturer of your MINI is the Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft BMW AG This Owner s Manual describes all models ...

Page 6: ...n externally mounted antenna or transceiver equipment for instance CBs walkie talkies ham radios or similar acces sories may cause extensive damage to the vehi cle compromise its safety interfere with the vehicle s electrical system or affect the validity of the MINI Limited Warranty See your MINI dealer for additional information Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices a...

Page 7: ...hnical informa tion documents the condition of a component a module a system or the surroundings Operating conditions of system compo nents e g fill levels Status messages regarding the vehicle and of its individual components such as wheel rpm vehicle speed response delay lateral acceleration Malfunctions and defects in the major system components such as the lights and brakes Responses of the ve...

Page 8: ...ll and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or MINI of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safer car gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle...

Page 9: ...Watch Me Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 10: ...CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNICATIONS MOBILITY REFERENCE AT A GLANCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 11: ...uipment that is offered in the model range is described Equipment is also described that is not available because of for example selected options or country version This also applies to safety related functions and systems Around the steering wheel Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ...ter 12 Instrument lighting 79 Resetting the trip odometer 55 4 Wiper system 51 5 Switching the ignition on off and starting stopping the engine 45 Resuming cruise control 53 Storing speed and accelerating or decelerating Activating deactivating cruise control 53 Increasing or reducing volume Telephone Accepting and ending a call starting dialing of selected phone number and redialing if no phone n...

Page 13: ...ssion 47 Computer 56 Date of next scheduled service and remaining distance to be driven 61 Odometer and trip odometer 55 Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 68 Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 70 Settings and information 57 Personal Profile settings 22 5 Instrument lighting 79 6 Speedometer with indicator and warning lamps 13 7 Fuel gauge 55 8 Radio display 16 9 Radio 16 Online Edition for Part ...

Page 14: ...s will be tested for proper functioning when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on and will therefore light up briefly What to do in case of a malfunction A list of all indicator and warning lamps as well as notes on possible causes of malfunctions and on how to respond can be found starting on page 169 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 15: ...climate control 81 Temperature Recirculated air mode Air distribution for air conditioner Air distribution to the windshield Air distribution to the upper body area Air distribution to the footwell Automatic air distribution and flow rate Maximum cooling Cooling function Defrosting windows Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 16: ...74 Rear window defroster Windshield heating Air flow rate Seat heating 37 Power windows front 32 Power windows rear 32 Central locking system inside 26 Front fog lamps 79 Safety switch for power windows in rear passenger compartment 33 Sport button 67 Driving stability control systems Dynamic Stability Control DSC 65 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 66 3 Reading lamps 80 Ambient lighting 80 Glass roof...

Page 17: ...quipment that is offered in the model range is described Equipment is also described that is not available because of for example selected options or country version This also applies to safety related functions and systems Radio MINI Boost CD Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 18: ...p the audio menu Press the MODE button Radio HD Radio Satellite radio CD player External audio device e g MP3 player USB audio interface Selecting a menu item Menu items can be selected by using the knob on the right the MODE button or function buttons Using the knob on the right 1 Turn knob arrow 2 to mark a menu item for example CONFIG 2 Press the knob arrow 1 to confirm a high lighted function ...

Page 19: ...ion Function is selected Function is activated Function is deactivated Exit menu one menu back Displaying other menu items Scroll display list contains more than two inputs Changing to parent directory Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 20: ...Radio AT A GLANCE 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 21: ...Handle Me Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 22: ...AT A GLANCE DRIVING TIPS ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNICATIONS MOBILITY REFERENCE CONTROLS Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 23: ...d on which remote control is recognized when the car is unlocked refer to Personal Profile page 22 In addition information about service require ments is stored in the remote control refer to Service data in the remote control page 149 New remote controls Your MINI dealer can supply new remote controls as additional units or as replacements in the event of loss Integrated key Press button 1 to rel...

Page 24: ...never the driver s door is closed The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the following Doors Tailgate Fuel filler flap Operating from outside Via the remote control Using the door lock In cars with Comfort Access via the door handles on the driver s and passenger s sides The remote control can also be used to switch on off the welcome lamps and interior lamps The alarm system ...

Page 25: ... only the driver s door and the fuel filler flap Press the button twice to unlock the entire vehicle Press the button once to unlock the entire vehicle 9 Press and hold the button until the display changes The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Convenient opening Press and hold the button The power windows are opened and the glass roof is tilted Convenient closing is not pos...

Page 26: ...es The setting is stored Switching on interior lamps While the car is locked Press the button You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc Unlocking tailgate Press the button for approx 1 second and then release it When it is opened the tailgate swings out and up toward the rear Make sure that adequate clearance is available before opening To prevent accidentally lo...

Page 27: ...erson inside because the vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowledge Locking doors and tailgate together To lock all doors the fuel filler flap and the tailgate together With the doors closed press the interior central locking button page 26 to lock the vehicle Unlocking and opening the driver or passen ger door page 26 Lock the vehicle Lock the driver s door with the integrat...

Page 28: ...r as often as necessary until SET INFO is displayed 3 Press and hold the button until the display changes 4 Press the button as often as necessary until the symbol and SET are displayed 5 Press and hold the button until the display changes 6 Press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol arrow 7 Press and hold the button until the display changes 8 Press the button to s...

Page 29: ...nto the luggage compartment otherwise the remote control can be locked in the vehicle when the tailgate is closed The handle recesses on the interior trim panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull it down Alarm system The concept The alarm system when activated reacts if A door the engine compartment lid or the tailgate is opened There is movement inside the car The car s inclination changes fo...

Page 30: ...s not activated LEDs go out after the vehicle is unlocked No attempt was made to tamper with the car LEDs flash after unlocking until the key is inserted in the ignition but for no longer than approx 5 minutes an attempt was made to tamper with the vehicle Tilt alarm sensor The vehicle s inclination is monitored The alarm is triggered for instance if an attempt is made to steal the vehicle s wheel...

Page 31: ... you notice a brief delay while opening or closing the windows or glass roof the system is checking whether a remote control is inside the vehicle Repeat the opening or closing procedure if necessary Unlocking Press button 1 Depending on the setting refer to Unlocking mode on page 23 only the driver s door or the entire vehicle is unlocked Press the button again to lock the vehicle again Convenien...

Page 32: ...ves If this happens open or close the vehicle via the buttons on the remote control or using the integrated key Insert the remote control into the ignition lock and start the engine Warning lamps The warning lamp lights up when an attempt is made to start the engine the engine cannot be started The remote control is not inside the vehicle or is malfunc tioning Take the remote control with you insi...

Page 33: ...unblind can be opened and closed independently of the glass roof Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure there is a possibility that the glass roof can only be tilted In this case have the system initialized The manufacturer of your MINI recommends that you have this work done by your MINI dealer Windows To prevent injuries exercise care when closing the windows Ta...

Page 34: ...therwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions such as thin objects and the window would con tinue closing Do not install any accessories that might inter fere with window movement Otherwise the pinch protection system could be impaired Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger or if ice on the windows etc prevents you from closing the windows n...

Page 35: ...ir heads away from the side airbag and do not lean against the cover of the head airbag otherwise injuries can occur when the airbags are trig gered Even if you follow all the instructions injuries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded depending on the circumstances The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive indi viduals This effe...

Page 36: ...uctions on head restraint height on page 36 and on damaged safety belts on page 39 Seat adjustment front Observe the instructions on page 35 to ensure the best possible personal protec tion Longitudinal direction Pull the lever arrow 1 and slide the seat into the desired position arrows 2 After releasing the lever move the seat slightly forward or back so that it engages properly Height Pull up or...

Page 37: ...t angle refer to page 98 Head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident Correctly adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in an accident Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level Height adjustment To raise...

Page 38: ...ture The temperature is lowered or the heating is switched off entirely to reduce the drain on the battery The LEDs stay lit Switching off Press button longer Safety belts Observe the instructions on page 35 to ensure the best possible personal protec tion Before every drive make sure that all occupants wear their safety belts Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device but t...

Page 39: ... 3 Guide both belt latches downwards Fastening Insert safety belt with small belt latch 2 into the small belt buckle 3 Opening Press red button on small belt buckle 3 with belt latch 1 If the center belt is locked Press red button 3 with the belt latch of the left outside belt Buckle belt 1 Large belt latch 2 Small belt latch 3 Small belt buckle 4 Large belt buckle The belt latch 1 must be inserte...

Page 40: ...r by a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accor dance with the specifications of the MINI manu facturer otherwise correct operation of these safety systems is not ensured Mirrors Exterior mirrors The mirror on the passenger s side is more curved than the driver s mirror The objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear Do not gauge your distance from traffic behind y...

Page 41: ...the mirror For proper function Keep the photosensors clean Do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield Do not place stickers or decals on the wind shield in front of the mirror Steering wheel Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion otherwise there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected move ment 1 Fold the lever down 2 ...

Page 42: ...he front and side airbags must be deacti vated Otherwise there is an increased risk of injury to the child if the airbags deploy even if the child is seated in a child restraint system For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags refer to page 73 Child restraint systems installation Before installing a child restraint system on the rear seats move the seat as far b...

Page 43: ...s for Children To install and use the LATCH child restraint system follow the operating and safety instructions provided by the manufacturer of the system otherwise the protective function of the seat may be compromised Anchor points for LATCH anchors Before installing the child seat pull the belt out of the area for the child restraint fixing system The mounts for the lower LATCH anchors are loca...

Page 44: ...f an accident Outer seats 1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Rear cargo well 4 Tether strap hook 5 Anchor 6 Seat backrest 7 Tether strap of the child restraint system Center seat 1 Forward driving direction 2 Head rest 3 Attaching clip 4 Child restraint anchor fitting 5 Load area floor 6 Seat back 7 Strap of the child restraint system Attaching upper tether strap to the attachment point 1 Sl...

Page 45: ...down the safety lever on the rear doors The door can now be opened from the outside only Safety switch for power windows The rear power windows are blocked and can not be operated from the rear Press safety switch refer to page 33 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 46: ...ess the Start Stop button to switch radio readi ness or the ignition on and off Do not depress the brake or clutch while doing so If the Start Stop button is pressed while the clutch is depressed in the manual transmission or the brake pedal is depressed in the automatic transmission the engine starts Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers can operate The time and external temperature are...

Page 47: ...se the fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter Do not let the engine warm up with the vehicle at a standstill Move off immediately at a moder ate engine speed When starting the engine do not depress the accelerator pedal Manual transmission Key in ignition lock or inside vehicle with Com fort Access refer to page 30 1 Depr...

Page 48: ...o hard In doing so con tinuously press the button of the parking brake lever Otherwise excessive force could lead to over braking and loss of traction i e fishtailing at the rear axle Manual transmission When shifting into 5th or 6th gear press the gearshift lever to the right Otherwise the engine could be damaged if you inadvert ently shift into 3rd or 4th gear Reverse gear Select this only when ...

Page 49: ...y to start A lock prevents accidental shifting into selector lever positions R and P Overriding the selector lever lock Press the button on the front of the selector lever arrow P Park Select this only when the vehicle is stationary The front wheels are blocked R Reverse Select this only when the vehicle is stationary N Neutral Select this when you are in a car wash for exam ple The vehicle can ro...

Page 50: ...v will not be executed by the system The selected gear is displayed briefly followed by the current gear Shifting on the steering wheel With the selector lever in position D automatic drive you can shift gears using the shift paddles on the steering wheel The transmission auto matically switches to manual mode If you do not shift gears with the shift paddles or accelerate for a certain amount of t...

Page 51: ...ates that an indicator bulb has failed Signaling a turn briefly Press the lever as far as the resistance point for as long as you wish to signal a turn Triple turn signal activation Press the lever as far as the resistance point You can set whether the turn signal flashes once or three times 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 45 2 Press the button in the turn signal indicator as often as neces...

Page 52: ...r speed Press twice or press beyond the resistance point The system switches to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary Intermittent wipe or rain sensor If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor the intermittent wipe time is preset If the car is equipped with a rain sensor the time between wipes is controlled automatically and depends on the intensity of the rainfall The rain sensor is mou...

Page 53: ... washer fluid reservoir is empty otherwise you will damage the washer pump Only use the washers if the hood has been com pletely closed otherwise the headlamp washer system may be damaged Do not use the wash ers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield If you do your vision could be obscured For this reason use antifreeze Window washer nozzles The window washer nozzles a...

Page 54: ...t Cruise control is available at vehicle speeds of at least approx 20 mph or 30 km h The car then stores and maintains the speed that you specify using the button on the steering wheel Do not use cruise control when driving at constant speed is prevented by adverse conditions e g winding roads dense traffic or poor road conditions due to e g snow rain ice or loose surfaces Otherwise you could lose...

Page 55: ... and hold button 1 The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal After the button is released the driving speed is maintained and stored Decreasing speed Press button 3 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached The functions here are the same as for increas ing the speed or accelerating except that the speed will be decreased Resuming a speed stored beforehand Press button ...

Page 56: ...uel level has fallen to the reserve zone of approx 2 1 US gal 8 liters the remaining indi cator lamps change from orange to red arrow The tachometer displays the remaining cruising range A warning lamp lights up when the remaining range is less than approx 30 miles 50 km If the range displayed is less than 30 miles 50 km be sure to refuel other wise engine functions are not guaranteed and damage m...

Page 57: ...r the external temperature page 59 Computer Displays in the tachometer Press the button in the turn signal lever repeat edly to call up various items of information The following information is displayed sequen tially Cruising range Average fuel consumption Current fuel consumption Average speed To set the corresponding units of measure refer to Formats and units of measure on page 59 Cruising ran...

Page 58: ...start the calculation for fuel consumption 1 Press the button 2 Press the button The previous display is reset to zero and the system starts with the new calculation for average fuel consumption Average speed The average speed for a trip can be displayed Average speed is determined for the time that the engine is running To start the calculation for average speed 1 Press the button 2 Press the but...

Page 59: ...tializing the Flat Tire Monitor 68 Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 70 Setting formats and units of measure resetting to factory settings 60 Adjusting settings Confirmation sig nals when locking and unlocking the vehicle 24 Response during unlocking procedure 23 Automatic locking 27 Pathway lighting 77 Daytime running lights 77 Triple turn signal activation 50 Exiting the menu Symbol Function O...

Page 60: ...f information Formats and units of measure To set the formats and units of measure The set tings are stored for the remote control currently in use refer also to Personal Profile on page 22 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 45 2 Press the button in the turn signal indicator as often as necessary until SET INFO is displayed 3 Press and hold the button until the display changes 4 Press the butt...

Page 61: ...s displayed 2 Press and hold the button until the display changes 3 Press the button as often as necessary until the symbol and SET are displayed 4 Press and hold the button until the display changes 5 Press the button as often as necessary until RESET is displayed 6 Press and hold the button until the display changes to the first setting The settings are reset In Radio MINI Boost CD Settings You ...

Page 62: ...e date individually in the tachometer 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 45 2 Press the button in the turn signal indicator as often as necessary until SET INFO is displayed 3 Press and hold the button until the display changes 4 Press the button repeatedly until the corre sponding symbol and SERVICE INFO are displayed 5 Press and hold the button until the display changes 6 Press the button to...

Page 63: ...exit setting values Date Setting date Radio MINI Boost CD 1 Press the MENU button 2 Press the button 3 Press the button 4 Select the desired menu item DD MM or YY 5 Turn the knob on the right to set values 6 Press the knob on the right to store values 7 Press the button to exit setting values Check Control The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions ...

Page 64: ...n Other Check Control messages are auto matically hidden after approx 20 seconds but remain stored The symbol indicates that Check Control messages have been stored Check Control mes sages can be viewed whenever it is convenient Viewing stored Check Control messages Stored Check Control messages can only be displayed if the driver s door is closed 1 Press the button in the turn signal indicator as...

Page 65: ...gnals As the distance between vehicle and object decreases the intervals between the tones become shorter If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft 30 cm then a continuous tone sounds If the distance remains constant e g when driv ing parallel to a wall the acoustic signal stops after approx 3 seconds Adjustments The volume of the acoustic signals can be set refer to page 1...

Page 66: ...ng the brake causes this system to automatically develop maximum braking force Thus the system helps keep braking dis tance to a minimum At the same time all the benefits provided by ABS are exploited Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the duration of the full braking application Dynamic Stability Control DSC The concept DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing traction when you pull a...

Page 67: ...briefly activate DTC When driving on snow covered inclines in slush or on uncleared snowy roads When rocking the vehicle free driving out of deep snow or on loose surfaces When driving with snow chains Activating DTC Press the button the indicator lamp DSC OFF on the speedometer comes on and TRACTION is displayed on the tachometer The Dynamic Stability Control DSC is deacti vated the Dynamic Tract...

Page 68: ...cle can roll backward slightly during this period After you release the brake immedi ately start driving since the Hill Assist only holds the vehicle for about 2 seconds and it will start to roll backward ALL4 all wheel drive system ALL4 is the all wheel drive system of your MINI The combined effects of ALL4 and DSC further optimize the traction and dynamic driving characteristics The ALL4 all whe...

Page 69: ... system could be delayed or malfunction System has not been initialized Driving on snowy or slippery road surface Performance oriented style of driving slip in the drive wheels high lateral acceleration Snow chains are attached Initializing the system The initialization process adopts the set inflation tire pressures as reference values for the detec tion of a flat tire Initialization is started b...

Page 70: ... tire 1 Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph or 80 km h 3 At the next opportunity check the air pressure in all four tires If the inflation pressure in all four tires is correct the Flat Tire Monitor might not have been initialized The system must then be initialized Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure The distance it is...

Page 71: ...e correctly if it has not been reset For example a flat tire may be indicated despite correct tire inflation pressures The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire If a wheel without TPM electronics is mounted Interference with TPM by other systems or devices with the same transmission fre quency Resetting system Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure...

Page 72: ...the Mobility Kit to remedy the flat tire on the damaged wheel refer to page 160 The use of tire sealant e g Mobility Kit can damage the TPM wheel electronics In this case have the electronics checked and replaced if necessary at your earliest oppor tunity Run flat tires You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h If the vehicle is not equipped with run flat tires do...

Page 73: ...t size than the size indicated on the vehi cle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pres sure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pres sure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated Accordingly when the low ti...

Page 74: ...covers cushions or other objects not specifically approved for seats with integral side airbags to the front seats Do not hang items of clothing such as coats or jackets over the backrests Do not attempt to remove the airbag retention system from the vehicle Do not modify the individual components of the system or its wiring in any way This includes the upholstery in the center of the steering whe...

Page 75: ...ms to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by the manufacturer of your MINI Do not place items on the front passenger seat Do not place items under the seat which could press against the seat from below Status of front passenger airbags The indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags shows the functional status of the front passenger s front side and knee airbags in...

Page 76: ...e belt tensioners are oper ational Airbag system malfunction The warning lamp does not come on when radio readiness is switched on The warning lamp stays lit continuously In the event of a fault in the airbag system have it checked without delay otherwise there is the risk that the system will not function as intended even if a severe accident occurs Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 1...

Page 77: ...ugh power to start the engine Low beams Turn the light switch to position 2 The low beams come on when the ignition is on Automatic headlamp control When the switch is in position 3 the low beams are switched on and off automatically depend ing on ambient light conditions e g in a tunnel in twilight or if there is precipitation Adaptive Light Control is active The headlamps may also come on when t...

Page 78: ...s often as necessary until the symbol and SET are displayed 5 Press and hold the button until the display changes 6 Press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol 7 Press and hold the button until the display changes 8 Press the button to select The function is deactivated Select the corresponding period e g 40 seconds 9 Press the button for a longer period The setting ...

Page 79: ...rol The concept Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface Depending on the steering angle and other parameters the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road Activating Adaptive Light Control With the ignition switched on turn the light switch to position 3 refer to page 76 Standstill function to avoid blinding onc...

Page 80: ...ur vehicle s equipment the fog lamps are switched off when you activate the headlamp flasher or switch on the high beams If the automatic headlamp control is acti vated the low beams will come on auto matically when you switch on the fog lamps Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting only when the parking lamps or the low beams are on The intensity of the bright...

Page 81: ...e reading lamps on and off In the front press the switch In the rear press the button Ambient lighting The color and brightness of the ambient lighting can be changed Press the switch forward The color changes in stages Press the switch toward the rear The brightness changes in stages Intermediate settings and colors are possible For a continuous color change in the ambient lighting press and hold...

Page 82: ...country version This also applies to safety related functions and systems Equipment versions Depending on your vehicle s equipment your MINI contains an air conditioner or an automatic climate control 1 Air conditioner 82 2 Automatic climate control 83 Air vents 3 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 4 Air to the upper body area draft free venti lation 5 Air to the footwell Onli...

Page 83: ... weather the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started To cool the air more quickly and intensely when the external temperature is high you can switch on the recirculated air mode Recirculated air mode If the air outside the car has an unpleasant odor or contains pollut ants shut off the supply to the inte rior of the car temporarily The system then recirculates the air currently ...

Page 84: ... defroster if necessary Microfilter The microfilter captures dust and pollen The microfilter is changed by your MINI dealer during routine maintenance work Automatic climate control 1 Air flow rate manual 2 AUTO program 3 Recirculated air mode 4 Maximum cooling 5 Air distribution manual 6 Temperature 7 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 8 Cooling function 9 Rear window defroster 10 Winds...

Page 85: ...ress the AUTO button or switch off the recirculated air mode and if necessary increase the air flow rate Ensure that air can flow onto the windshield The recirculated air mode should not be used over an extended period of time otherwise the air quality in the passenger com partment will deteriorate continuously Maximum cooling The automatic climate control switches to the lowest tempera ture high ...

Page 86: ... quickly Depending on the weather the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started The recirculated air mode may be switched on auto matically When the AUTO button is pressed the cooling function switches on automatically Microfilter activated charcoal filter The microfilter captures dust and pollen The activated charcoal filter provides additional pro tection by filtering gaseous po...

Page 87: ...lied with the original hand held transmitter Before selling the vehicle delete the stored functions as a safety precaution page Checking compatibility Depending on your vehicle s equip ment the glove compartment can be ventilated and if the cooling function is switched on can also be cooled For additional information please contact your MINI dealer or call 1 800 355 3515 A list of compatible remot...

Page 88: ...ing can be found in the operating instructions for the device to be set Programming will be easier with the aid of a second person Synchronizing 1 Park your vehicle within the range of the remote controlled device Do not exceed the 164 ft 50 m range of the remote controlled device 2 Program the particular button on the rear view mirrors as described 3 Find and press the button for synchronizing th...

Page 89: ...leted individually Digital compass 1 Setting button on the back of the mirror 2 Display The cardinal or ordinal direction in which the vehicle is moving is shown on the display Operating principle By pressing the setting button with a thin sharp object e g a pen or a similar object various functions can be called up The following setting options are displayed one after the other depending on how l...

Page 90: ...pass zone that currently applies 3 Press the setting button approx 6 7 seconds to call up C Then drive in a complete circle at a maximum speed of 4 mph 7 km h If the calibration is successful the C will be replaced by the directions Setting right left hand drive Your digital compass is already set to right hand drive or left hand drive at the factory depend ing upon your vehicle Setting the langua...

Page 91: ...ition Depending on the temperature setting of the air conditioner or the automatic climate control high temperatures may result in the glove com partment Connection for external audio device You can connect an external audio device such as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks over the vehicle s speaker system refer to the Enter tainment chapter page 115 Center armrest The center armrest betwee...

Page 92: ... In the vehicle interior Depending on your vehicle s equipment you will find storage compartments in the front and rear doors and in the center console Pockets are provided on the backrest rear panels of the front seats Center Rail Various accessory parts can be attached to the Center Rail and installed in different positions Do not use accessory parts near the hand brake otherwise these could be ...

Page 93: ...t Example cupholder Put cupholder in the back between the rear seats and push in Installing cupholder 1 Lock base plate in place if necessary refer to Sliding and locking 2 Pull the lever 6 up to unlock the mounts 3 First insert the cupholder into the front mounts 4 and then snap it into the rear mounts 5 Make sure that the lever 6 is situated opposite the mount 4 Clothes hooks There are clothes h...

Page 94: ...t as soon as it pops back out Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns When leaving the car always remove the key so that children cannot operate the cigarette lighter and burn themselves Connecting electrical appliances In your MINI when the engine is running or if the ignition is switched on you can use electrical device...

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Page 97: ...al break in period Therefore drive cautiously during the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of approx 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors Drive cautiously during this break in period Clutch The function of the clutch reaches its optimal level only after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500 km ...

Page 98: ...the clutch use the parking brake Other wise greater clutch wear will result For information on driving off using Hill Assist refer to page 67 Braking safely Your MINI is equipped with ABS If you are in a situation which requires full braking it is best to brake using maximum brake pressure Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness you can still avoid possible obstacles with a mini mum of...

Page 99: ...ondensation forms while the automatic climate control is in operation and then exits under the vehicle Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal In the MINI Cooper S the coolant pump may continue to run for some time after the engine is switched off This will generate noise in the engine compartment Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their approved carrying capa...

Page 100: ...t the lock properly engages Otherwise for example during braking and avoidance maneu vers cargo can be thrown into the interior and endanger the occupants If the rear seat backrests are positioned at a steeper angle do not install child restraint systems in the rear of the vehicle as their protective features may be ineffective When backrests are folded back from the folded down position they lock...

Page 101: ...ind and fold forwards arrow 2 Before closing the tailgate put the load floor back on the cargo area floor Removing If necessary the load floor can be removed 1 Fold load floor together 2 Pull the load floor back slightly out of the take up 3 Then take it out toward the top The folded together load floor can be placed into the luggage compartment Cargo net Ensure that the cargo net is firmly attach...

Page 102: ...he left and right side of the support for the cargo area cover arrow e g for hanging shopping bags or storage bags Only hang light shopping bags or suitable items on the holders Otherwise this may create a hazard due to flying objects for exam ple in the event of braking and evasive maneu vers Transport heavy luggage only if it is appropri ately secured in the cargo area Determining cargo limit 1 ...

Page 103: ...e permissible load is the sum of the occu pants weights and the weight of the cargo The greater the weight of the occupants the less cargo luggage can be transported Stowing cargo Position heavy objects as low and as far for ward as possible ideally directly behind the rear seat backrests Cover sharp edges and corners For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is not occupied secure each safety belt ...

Page 104: ...n vehicle handling and steering response You should therefore always remember not to exceed the approved roof load capacity the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads when loading the rack You can find more information under Weights in the technical specifications The roof load must be distributed uniformly and should not be too large in area Heavy items should always be placed at the bot...

Page 105: ...d road speed In doing so avoid high engine speeds and shift up early When you reach your desired traveling speed shift to the highest suitable gear and drive at constant speed As a rule driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel consumption and reduces wear Coasting When approaching a red traffic light take your foot off the accelerator and let the car roll to a stop in the highest gear possible On ...

Page 106: ...ads The ground clearance of the vehicle is a maximum of approx 6 0 in 15 cm Please note that the ground clear ance can vary depending on loading and the driving conditions of the vehicle Only drive through road surface water up to a maximum water depth of 1 ft 30 cm and only at walking speed do not remain sta tionary After driving through water at low speed lightly press the brake pedal several ti...

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Page 109: ...be muted Setting the volume for the PDC and gong You can raise or lower the audio signals for the PDC or gong with respect to the volume of the audio sources The audio signals have a set minimum and max imum volume below which they can not fall and above which they can not go Set the audio source to a high volume to be able to better set the volume of the audio signals 1 Press the button 2 Press t...

Page 110: ...esetting tone settings The tone settings are reset to the middle values 1 Press the button 2 Press the button Time Setting the time date and time format You can set the time date and time format refer to page 62 Radio Your radio is designed for the reception of FM and AM signals Listening to the radio 1 Switch on the radio refer to page 108 2 If necessary press the MODE button 3 Press the button 4...

Page 111: ...the desired fre quency range is selected 2 Select station 3 Press and hold the desired button until the station can again be heard after a short interruption The memory level and the selected button are shown on the display e g Recalling stored stations 1 Press the corresponding button as often as necessary until the desired wave length band is selected 2 Press the desired button Using the knob on...

Page 112: ... reception As a result the reception can be interrupted and then resume from time to time In this type of situation it is suggested that digital radio reception be turned off Selecting programs from a digital station Some stations broadcast several programs To select one of these programs 1 Press the button as often as necessary until the desired digital station is displayed If a station broadcast...

Page 113: ...ctivating 1 Press the MODE button 2 Press the button 3 Press the button for a longer period A phone number and the electronic serial number ESN are displayed For deactivat ing the electronic serial number is required 4 To deactivate channels Dial the phone number Selecting and storing a channel 1 Press the MODE button 2 Press the button 3 Press the button 4 Select the desired category 5 Select des...

Page 114: ...ot directly control Signals may not be available under tunnels in parking garages next to tall buildings nearby trees with dense foliage nearby mountains or other possible strong sources of radio interfer ence Service should resume normally after the source of signal unavailability has been cleared CD player Starting the CD player Some time may pass until the CD player starts 1 Switch on the radio...

Page 115: ...s 1 Do not operate if the cover is damaged oth erwise serious injury to eyes may result Do not use CDs with after market labels other wise the labels can loosen as a result of the heat generated during playback and possibly cause irreparable damage to the system Only use round CDs with a standard diameter of 4 7 in 12 cm and do not play CDs with adapters e g single CDs otherwise the CDs or the ada...

Page 116: ...ar audio files such as MP3 AAC and M3U playlists PLS and WPL can be played Depending on the audio file proper play back can not be ensured in every case such as for bit rates greater than 256 kbit s Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Management DRM cannot be played Because of the large number of audio devices on the market it can not be ensured that every device will properly operate in t...

Page 117: ... end Then the tracks in the current folder are played back in random order To terminate the random generator Press the button Selecting a track Depending on the connected device a track can be selected from the following categories LIST playlists GEN music type ART artist ALB album 1 Select the desired category 2 Use the knob on the right to select the desired folder as needed press the knob on th...

Page 118: ... devices are not to be connected to a receptacle in the vehicle dur ing operation Do not expose audio devices to extreme ambient conditions for example very high temperatures refer to the operating instruc tions for the audio device Do not connect any devices e g fans or lamps to the USB audio interface Do not connect USB hard drives Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

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Page 121: ...itions permit Do not hold the mobile phone in your hand while you are driving use the hands free system instead If you do not observe this precaution your being distracted can endanger vehicle occupants and other road users Snap in adapter The snap in adapter refer to page 130 makes it possible to Accommodate the mobile phone Recharge its battery Connect it to an external antenna of the vehicle Th...

Page 122: ...ion 3 Reception of the mobile phone network Display depends upon signal strength 4 Pairing a new mobile phone delete pairing data of a mobile phone or switching Blue tooth on off 122 5 Time 6 Backspace 7 Function buttons for confirming the func tions displayed above them 8 Redialing answering a call starting to dial ending a call and switching to the phone menu 9 Selecting and confirming function ...

Page 123: ...t 16 digits has been established as the Bluetooth passkey Only required once for pairing Ignition switched on Activating deactivating Bluetooth link Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations To deactivate the Bluetooth connection 1 Press the MENU button 2 Press the button 3 Press the button 4 Press the button 5 Press the button To reactivate the Blueto...

Page 124: ... radio then the following appears on the display 9 Enter the Bluetooth passkey using the num ber buttons of the mobile phone 10 Press the button to enter the Blue tooth passkey using the radio 11 Using the function buttons 0 9 enter the same Bluetooth passkey that was entered into the mobile phone To delete the last digit Press the button 12 Press the button to confirm the Bluetooth passkey The fo...

Page 125: ...o be changed 5 Press the button the number of times required to reach the desired position Unpairing mobile phone 1 Switch off mobile phone 2 Press the MENU button 3 Press the button 4 Press the button 5 Turn the right rotary knob to show the desired mobile phone on the radio display 6 Press the button 7 Press the button to acknowledge the message displayed What to do if For information on suitabl...

Page 126: ...ata volume The telephone connection quality is low Depending on the mobile phone it is possi ble to adjust the strength of the Bluetooth signal Insert the mobile phone into the snap in adapter or place it in the vicinity of the cen ter console Adjust the volume of the microphone and speaker separately If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function ple...

Page 127: ... or to control devices e g to remotely access an answering machine This requires the DTMF code This function is available if a connection has been established and the call is being made using the hands free system 1 Press the button 2 Enter the desired code using the 0 9 but tons 3 If needed press and hold the but ton on the right or left side to enter special characters Dialing a phone number fro...

Page 128: ...l letters can be displayed Turn the right rotary knob to display addi tional letters 4 Turn the right rotary knob to select the first letters of the desired entry 5 Press the button if so desired The phone number is dialed To display all entries 1 Turn the right rotary knob to select the first letters of the desired entry and press the right rotary knob 2 Turn the right rotary knob to select the d...

Page 129: ...tched to hands free mode If the switch does not occur automatically then follow the instructions that appear on the dis play of the mobile phone also refer to the Owner s Manual for the mobile phone From hands free system to mobile phone Calls being conducted using the hands free system can also be continued using the mobile phone if so desired depending on the mobile phone At this point follow th...

Page 130: ...n be deleted after the system has repeated the digits The command can be repeated as often as nec essary Deleting phone number All digits entered up to this point are deleted Redialing Voice phone book Depending on how the vehicle is equipped it may be necessary to set up a separate voice telephone book Depending on the equipment you have the entries are imported from the mobile phone s memory or ...

Page 131: ...d Road Assist Roadside service if you require assistance in the event of a flat tire Service MINI dealer for example if you need to make a service appointment Cust Relat MINI Hotline for information about your vehicle Displaying phone numbers 1 Press the MENU button 2 Press the button 3 Turn the right rotary knob until the desired phone number is displayed Snap in adapter The concept The snap in a...

Page 132: ... the cover 2 Insert the snap in adapter at the front arrow 1 and press downward arrow 2 until it clicks into place Inserting mobile phone 1 Depending on the mobile phone it may be necessary to remove the protective cap of the antenna connector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone 2 Push the mobile phone with the buttons fac ing upward toward the electrical connec tions and press down un...

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Page 135: ...e bracket attached to the fuel filler flap Closing Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click Do not pinch the band attached to the cap otherwise the cap cannot be closed properly and fuel vapors can escape A message will be displayed if the fuel cap is loose or miss ing Manually releasing the fuel filler flap In the event of an electrical malfunction you can manually release...

Page 136: ...3 511 xx xx Always observe currently valid standards Do not fill the tank with E85 i e fuel con taining 85 ethanol nor with FlexFuel Otherwise the engine and fuel supply system will be damaged The engine is knocking regulated Therefore dif ferent grades of gasoline can be used for refuel ing Recommended gasoline grades The manufacturer of your MINI recommends AKI 91 John Cooper Works AKI 93 Minimu...

Page 137: ...ressures only on cold tires This means after a maximum of 1 25 miles 2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours When tires are warm the tire inflation pressure is higher After adjusting the tire inflation pressure reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor page 68 or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor page 70 Pressure specifications The tables below provide all the correct inflatio...

Page 138: ...t pressures to the respective tire inflation pres sures listed on the following pages in the col umns for traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph or 160 km h Otherwise tire damage and accidents could occur Observe all national and local maximum speed limits otherwise violations of the law could occur Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 139: ... km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar psi for cold tires Cold ambient temperature 195 60 R 16 89 H M S 205 55 R 17 91 H M S 205 55 R 17 91 H M S RSC 205 55 R 17 91 V RSC 225 45 R 18 91 V RSC 225 40 R 19 89 V RSC 2 2 32 2 2 32 2 4 35 2 4 35 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 186 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 140: ...g 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar psi for cold tires Cold ambient temperature 195 60 R 16 89 H M S 205 55 R 17 91 H M S 205 55 R 17 91 H M S RSC 205 55 R 17 91 V RSC 225 45 R 18 91 V RSC 225 40 R 19 89 V RSC 2 2 32 2 2 32 2 6 38 2 6 38 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 186 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 ...

Page 141: ...00 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar psi for cold tires Cold ambient temperature 195 60 R 16 89 H M S Std 205 55 R 17 91 H M S RSC 205 55 R 17 91 H M S A S RSC 225 45 R 18 91 V RSC 225 40 R 19 89 V RSC 2 4 35 2 4 35 2 6 38 2 6 38 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 186 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG...

Page 142: ...ns of their use how ever and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under con trolled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt a...

Page 143: ...ead depth of 0 16 in 4 mm they become perceptibly less suitable for winter conditions In the interest of safety new tires should be installed Minimum tread depth Wear indicators in the base of the tread groove are distributed around the tire s circumference the letters TWI for Tread Wear Indicator on the tire s sidewalls identify tires that incorporate these wear indicators If the tire tread has b...

Page 144: ...aded tires as this could impair driving safety The causes for this include potentially different tire casing structures and often wide variations in tire age which can result in a limited service life Correct wheels and tires The manufacturer of your MINI recom mends mounting only wheels and tires that it has specifically approved for use on your particular model Although other wheels and tires ma...

Page 145: ...ating the maximum permitted speed for the mounted tires must be displayed in your field of view This label is available at your tire dealer or MINI dealer Storage Always store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres sure indicated on the side wa...

Page 146: ...r vehicle without the required professional technical training If you do not know how to follow the specified instructions then have the work carried out by your MINI dealer If this work is not carried out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Important parts of the engine compartment 1 Vehicle identification number 2 Battery under the cover 166 3 Engine oil di...

Page 147: ... clear otherwise injuries may result Engine oil Engine oil consumption depends on driving style and operating conditions e g with a very sporty driving style the engine oil consumption is significantly increased Therefore check the engine oil level regularly after each refueling Checking engine oil level 1 With the vehicle s engine at normal operat ing temperature i e after uninterrupted driving f...

Page 148: ...ealth hazards may result Oil types for refilling Notes Do not use oil additives as this could result in engine damage When choosing oil ensure that it belongs to one of the SAE viscosity classes 0W 40 0W 30 5W 40 and 5W 30 otherwise malfunc tions and damage to the engine may result The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Some types of oil may not be available in every country...

Page 149: ...t temperature If the coolant and therefore the engine should overheat then a warning lamp will go on refer to page 172 Checking coolant level Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot Escaping coolant can cause burns Do not open the hood until the engine has cooled down The coolant level is correct if it is between the Min and Max markings Topping off 1 Turn the cap of the ex...

Page 150: ...scribed dates displayed page 61 Service data in the remote control Your vehicle continuously stores service requirement information in the remote control while you are driving Your MINI dealer can read out this data from the remote control unit and propose an optimized maintenance approach Whenever you take your car in for servicing you should therefore hand your MINI dealer the remote control uni...

Page 151: ...quickly lead to serious dam age of emissions related components espe cially the catalytic converter In addition mechanical engine components can become damaged If the fuel cap is not properly tightened the OBD system may conclude that fuel vapors are escaping causing an indica tor to light up If the fuel cap is then tightened the indicator should go out within a few days Data memory Your vehicle d...

Page 152: ...at are not intended for cleaning the vehicle External care Washing your vehicle Especially during the winter months the vehicle should be frequently washed Dirt and road salt can damage the vehicle After washing the vehicle apply the brakes briefly to dry them otherwise water can reduce braking efficiency over the short term and the brake rotors can corrode Car washes Preference should be given to...

Page 153: ...not use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents Remove dirt and contamination such as insects by soaking with shampoo and then washing with plenty of water Do not remove accumulated ice and snow with an ice scraper use window deicers instead Windows Clean the outside and inside of the windows and mirrors with a window cleaner Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners containing quartz Wiper blades Clea...

Page 154: ...ub forcefully Velcro fasteners on pants or other items of clothing can damage seat covers Make sure that all Velcro fasteners are closed Leather leather coverings The leather processed by the manufac turer of your MINI is a high quality natural product Light variations in the grain is one of the typical properties of natural leather Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the leather have an ...

Page 155: ...e a negative impact on safety Do not clean chemically as this may destroy the webbing Displays To clean displays such as the radio or display elements use an anti static microfiber cloth Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning the display as this can cause damage Do not use chemical or abrasive house hold cleaning agents Keep fluids of any kind away from the device Surfaces or electrical components ...

Page 156: ...ade 1 Fold out the wiper arm and hold it 2 Rotate the wiper blade toward the back as far as it will go arrow 3 Press the wiper blade against the limit and thus out of the mounting 4 Press the new wiper blade into the fixture until it engages audibly Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety They should therefore be handled carefully The manufacturer of your M...

Page 157: ...anged Do not remove the condensation from head lamps despite driving with lights on and if con densation increases e g because of water droplets have this checked by your MINI dealer Xenon lamps The service life of these bulbs is very long and the probability of failure very low provided that they are not switched on and off an excessive number of times If a xenon lamp fails neverthe less switch o...

Page 158: ...signal 2 Parking roadside parking fog lamps Replacing a turn signal bulb 21 watt bulb P21W if necessary PY 21 W 1 Turn in the wheel 2 Remove cover 1 To do so turn the cover counterclockwise 3 Remove the inside cover To do so turn the cover counterclockwise 4 Unscrew the bulb counterclockwise 5 To insert the new bulb and replace the cov ers proceed in reverse order Replacing a parking roadside park...

Page 159: ...nterclockwise 5 To insert the new bulb and replace the cover proceed in reverse order Side turn signals 5 watt bulb W 5 W 1 Open hood 2 Squeeze clamping clip arrows and remove bulb holder 3 Unscrew bulb counterclockwise and replace 4 To insert the new bulb and replace the cover proceed in reverse order Side marker lamps Have these bulbs replaced by your MINI dealer Tail lamps Bulb P 21 W 1 Brake t...

Page 160: ... watt bulb C 5 W 1 Using a screwdriver push the lamp to the left in the tab of the lamp housing arrow 1 2 Remove the lamp arrow 2 3 Replace the bulb 4 Insert the lamp Center brake lamp This lamp uses LED technology for operation In the event of a malfunction contact your MINI dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the spec ifications of your MINI manuf...

Page 161: ... hose Note the use by date on the sealant bottle 3 Holder for the sealant bottle 4 Compressor 5 Plug and cable for the socket in the vehicle interior page 93 6 Connection hose to connect the compressor and sealant bottle or the compressor and wheel 7 On off switch 8 Pressure gauge for indicating the tire infla tion pressure 9 Release button for reducing the tire inflation pressure Connector cable ...

Page 162: ...arest MINI dealer Stowing Mobility Kit 1 Unscrew filler hose 2 of the sealant bottle from the wheel 2 Unscrew connecting hose of the compressor 6 from the sealant bottle 3 Connect the filler hose 2 of the sealant bottle to the unoccupied connection on the sealant bottle This prevents the rest of the sealant from escaping from the bottle 4 Wrap the empty sealant bottle in suitable material to avoid...

Page 163: ...ays 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 engine when the vehicle is supported by the jack other wise there is a risk of fatal injury 1 Place the f...

Page 164: ...f you have any questions regarding your battery please contact your MINI dealer Battery replacement Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manu facturer otherwise the vehicle could be dam aged and systems or functions may not be fully available After a battery replacement have the battery registered on the vehicle by your MINI dealer to ensure that all convenien...

Page 165: ... applicable The system must be initialized Contact your nearest MINI dealer Fuses Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse or replace it with a fuse of a different color or Ampere rating To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a circuit overload Have fuses replaced by your MINI dealer A fuse assignment diagram is located on the inside of the fuse box cover panels In the engine com...

Page 166: ...ull out floor panel Warning triangle In the cargo area under the loading sill To remove open the two clasps Jump starting If the car s own battery is flat your MINI s engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables to another vehicle s battery You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle Only use jumper cables with fully insulated clamp handles Do not touch any electrically...

Page 167: ...ne or body ground of the assisting vehicle Body ground in MINI 6 Attach the second terminal clamp of the minus jumper cable to the negative termi nal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started Starting the engine 1 Start the engine of the donor vehicle and allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly increased idle speed 2 Start the engine of the vehicle to be sta...

Page 168: ...t the ignition is switched on refer to page 45 otherwise the low beams tail lamps turn signals and windshield wipers may be unavailable Do not tow the vehi cle with just the rear axle raised as this would allow the steering to turn There is no power assist while the engine is off Thus braking and steering will require increased effort Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend ing on local regul...

Page 169: ...t bed With tow truck vehicles with ALL4 all wheel drive Do not have your vehicle with ALL4 all wheel drive towed with the front or rear axle raised individually otherwise the wheels may lock and the transfer case may be dam aged Only have your MINI Countryman transported on a flat bed Tow starting Avoid tow starting the vehicle whenever possi ble instead jump start the engine page 165 Vehicles wit...

Page 170: ... light up in var ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2 Refer to the table for information on causes and how to react Note whether a lamp lights up alone or in combination with another Some lamps can light up in different colors Corre sponding distinctions are made in the text 1 2 Cause What to do Turn signals High beams headlamp flasher switched on Fog lamps switched on Rear fog la...

Page 171: ...0 km page 55 Engine refuses to start Depress the brake or clutch in order to start the engine page 45 Ignition switched on and driver s door open Switch off the ignition page 45 or close the driver s door Lamps still on Roadside parking lamps on Door open Hood open Fuel cap missing or loose Make sure that the fuel cap is correctly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks Do not jam the stra...

Page 172: ... cars with Comfort Access not detected The engine cannot be started Have the remote control checked if neces sary Remote control battery is discharged Use the remote control for a longer journey or in cars with Comfort Access replace the battery Belt tensioners and or airbag system failed Have the system checked immedi ately Fasten the safety belts anyway Power steering failed You can continue you...

Page 173: ...d and exercise due caution Have the vehicle checked without delay Indicator lamp 1 comes on Engine malfunction with adverse effect on exhaust emissions You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the car checked as soon as possible Lights up in red Engine overheating Carefully bring the car to a stop switch off the engine and allow it to cool down Do not ope...

Page 174: ...vices Have the battery checked as soon as possible Indication in US models Parking brake applied Indication in Canadian models Parking brake applied Indication in US models Lights up in red Brake fluid level too low Braking action is reduced stop with care Contact your nearest MINI dealer Indication in Canadian models Lights up in red Brake fluid level too low Braking action is reduced stop with c...

Page 175: ...oning Engine restart only possible when brake is depressed or Lighting system failed Low beams tail lamps and brake lamps still operational All other lamps failed Depress the brake to start the engine again Lights up in yellow Control of the brake lamps failed or fuel supply malfunctioning You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the system in ques tion c...

Page 176: ...as soon as possible Indication in US models The driving stability control systems including ABS and the Tire Pressure Monitor have failed refer also to page 65 Reduced braking and driving stability Drive cautiously and think well ahead Avoid braking with full force driving on rough tracks and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kickdown position Have the system checked immediately...

Page 177: ...ure Monitor have failed refer also to page 65 Drive cautiously and think well ahead Avoid braking with full force driving on rough tracks and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kickdown position Have the system checked immediately ALL4 all wheel drive has failed Continued driving is possible Drive cautiously and think well ahead Avoid rough track driving full throttle oper ation ...

Page 178: ...s a flat tire or significant tire pressure loss e g in the front right tire Carefully bring the car to a stop Observe the information starting on page 70 Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor Light up in yellow Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized Check the inflation pressure and reset the system page 71 The small lamp flashes yellow and then stays on the large lamp lights up in yellow Wheel mounte...

Page 179: ...ut delay Gears can be engaged without depressing the brake Always depress the brake to engage a gear Automatic selector lever locked Manually releasing the selector lever lock page 49 Lights up in yellow Have the system checked as soon as possible Automatic selector lever locked Selector lever locked in position P with engine running and brake depressed or Manually releasing the selector lever loc...

Page 180: ...ition P not engaged Vehicle not prevented from rolling Selector lever position P not engaged Ignition cannot be switched off Engage selector lever position P when you wish to switch off the ignition page 45 Cruise control system failed Have the system checked Park Distance Control failed Have the system checked Bulb of exterior lighting system failed Have the exterior lighting checked as soon as p...

Page 181: ...your journey Contact your MINI dealer Lights up in red Service appointment overdue Arrange a service appointment Check service requirements page 61 Lights up in yellow Service due Arrange a service appointment Check service requirements page 61 No service due Set speed limit exceeded Time and date no longer correct Set the time and date page 62 1 2 Cause What to do Online Edition for Part no 01 40...

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Page 185: ...and systems Engine data Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Displacement cu in cmμ 97 5 1 598 97 5 1 598 97 5 1 598 Number of cylinders 4 4 4 Maximum power output hp 121 181 208 At engine speed rpm 6 000 5 500 6 000 Maximum torque with overboost lb ft Nm 114 155 177 240 192 260 207 280 221 300 At engine speed with overboost rpm 4 250 1 600 5 000 1 730 4 500 1 900 5 000 2 100 4 500 Overboost briefly ...

Page 186: ... 5 1 561 61 5 1 561 61 5 1 561 2 Track front 60 1 525 60 1 525 60 1 1 527 3 Vehicle width with outside mirror 78 5 1 995 78 5 1 995 78 6 1 996 4 Track rear 61 1 1 551 61 1 1 551 61 2 1 554 5 Vehicle width without outside mirror 70 4 1 789 70 4 1 789 70 4 1 789 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

Page 187: ...ion lbs kg 3 858 1 750 3 990 1 810 Automatic transmission lbs kg 3 924 1 780 4 034 1 830 Approved front axle load Manual transmission lbs kg 2 050 930 2 127 965 Automatic transmission lbs kg 2 116 960 2 172 985 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 1 918 870 1 918 870 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft liters 12 4 41 3 350 1 170 12 4 41 3 350 1 170 Cooper S ALL4 Jo...

Page 188: ...transmission lbs kg 2 227 1 010 2 227 1 010 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 017 915 2 072 940 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft liters 12 4 41 3 350 1 170 12 4 41 3 350 1 170 Cooper S ALL4 John Cooper Works US gal US quarts Liters Notes Fuel tank 12 4 approx 47 Fuel grade page 135 including reserve of 2 1 approx 8 Window washer system incl headlamp washer ...

Page 189: ...ason tires refer to Winter tires 144 All wheel drive refer to ALL4 67 Ambient air refer to Recirculated air mode 82 84 Ambient lighting 80 Antenna care 151 Antifreeze coolant 148 washer fluid 53 Antilock Brake System ABS 65 Anti theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 28 Approved axle loads refer to Weights 186 Approved engine oils 147 Approved gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 186 Armrest re...

Page 190: ...87 Car battery refer to Vehicle battery 163 Car care 151 Care 151 car care products 151 car washes 151 CD DVD drives 154 high pressure washers 152 leather 153 manual washing 152 upholstery and fabrics 153 windows 152 wiper blades 152 Cargo securing 102 Cargo area 98 capacity 186 Comfort Access 30 lamp 79 opening from outside 28 trunk lid refer to Tailgate 28 Cargo area expanding 98 Cargo area lamp...

Page 191: ...instruments refer to Displays 12 Dashboard lighting refer to Instrument lighting 79 Data 184 capacities 187 dimensions 185 engine 184 weights 186 Data memory 150 Date setting 62 Daytime running lights 77 DBC Dynamic Brake Control refer to Brake Assist 65 Deactivating front passenger airbags 73 Deadlocking refer to Locking 24 Defect door lock 26 Defective fuel filler flap 134 Defogging windows 83 8...

Page 192: ...put refer to Engine data 184 Engine starting refer to Starting the engine 46 ESP Electronic Stability Program refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 65 Exhaust system refer to Hot exhaust system 97 Exterior mirrors 39 adjusting 39 automatic dimming feature 40 automatic heating 40 folding in and out 39 External audio device 90 108 External care 151 External temperature display change units of measu...

Page 193: ...ong volume 108 Grills refer to Air vents 81 Gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 186 H Halogen lamps replacing bulb 156 Handbrake refer to Parking brake 47 Hands free system 14 128 Hazard warning flashers 14 HD Radio 111 Head airbags 73 Headlamp control automatic 76 Headlamp flasher 50 indicator lamp 11 82 85 169 Headlamp glass lens 156 Headlamps replacing bulb 156 Headlamps care 152 Head Light r...

Page 194: ...5 Lashing eyes refer to Securing cargo 102 LATCH child restraint fixing system 42 Leather care 153 LEDs light emitting diodes 156 Length refer to Dimensions 185 License plate lamp bulb replacement 159 Light automatic headlamp control 76 Light alloy wheels care 153 Light emitting diodes LEDs 156 Lighter 93 socket 93 Lighting lamps and bulbs 155 of the instruments 79 of vehicle refer to Lamps 76 Lig...

Page 195: ...dom order 113 N Neck support refer to Head restraints 36 Nets refer to Storage compartments 91 New tires 143 Number of cylinders refer to Engine data 184 Number of safety belts 34 Nylon rope refer to Tow rope 168 O OBD socket refer to Socket for On Board Diagnosis 150 Octane ratings refer to Fuel specifications 135 Odometer 56 Oil refer to Engine oil 146 Oil consumption 146 Oil level 146 Oil types...

Page 196: ...ulation of air refer to Recirculated air mode 82 84 Reclining seat refer to Backrest 35 Refueling 134 Rejecting a call 126 Releasing hood 146 Remote control 22 battery renewal 31 Comfort Access 30 garage door opener 86 malfunctions 25 31 service data 149 tailgate 25 Replacement remote control 22 Replacing bulbs refer to Lamps and bulbs 155 Replacing tires refer to New wheels and tires 143 Reportin...

Page 197: ...ftlock automatic transmission refer to Changing selector lever positions 48 Shift paddles 49 Side airbags 73 Side marker lamps replacing bulbs 158 Side turn signal replacing bulb 158 Side windows refer to Windows 32 Signal horn refer to Horn 10 Sitting safely 34 airbags 34 safety belts 34 with head restraint 34 Size refer to Dimensions 185 Sliding tilt sunroof refer to Glass roof electric 31 Slot ...

Page 198: ...o 102 Third brake lamp refer to Center brake lamp 159 Three point safety belt 37 Tightening the lug bolts torque 163 Tightening torque refer to Tightening lug bolts 163 Time setting 109 Tire failure Flat Tire Monitor 69 indicator warning lamp 69 MINI Mobility Kit 160 run flat tires 69 Tire Pressure Monitor 70 Tire inflation pressure 136 loss 69 Tire pressure monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 6...

Page 199: ...ery 163 breaking in 96 cargo loading 98 dimensions 185 identification number refer to Engine compartment 145 parking 46 storage 154 weight 186 Vehicle jack jacking points 162 Ventilation air conditioner 85 Ventilation refer to Climate control 81 Vents refer to Air vents 81 Vents refer to Ventilation 85 Voice commands telephone 128 Voice phone book 129 Volume gong 108 mobile phone 125 PDC 108 setti...

Page 200: ... changing 155 Windshield wipers refer to Wiper system 51 Winter tires 144 storage 144 Wiper blade replacement 155 Wiper system 51 WMA 113 Work in the engine compartment 146 X Xenon lamps replacing bulb 156 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 914 828 07 12 BMW AG ...

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