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SAFETY BELTS 

To close

Make sure you hear the lock engage in the 
belt buckle.

Indicator lamp

Lights up for several seconds or 
until the driver has fastened his or 
her safety belt. 

 

A signal

*

 also sounds depending on the 

version.

To release

1. Press the red button in the belt buckle
2. Hold the belt
3. Guide the belt back into its reel.

Safety belt height adjustment in the 
MINI 

Use the height adjustment mechanism to 
adapt the safety belt to the ideal position 
for your own body:

Press the button and at the same time push 
the entire unit upwards or downwards.

Also observe the instructions on adjusting 
the seats on page 

41

.

Safety belt height in the MINI 
Convertible 

The seat belt height is adapted to your 
body size if you are sitting correctly.

Damaged safety belts

If the safety belts are damaged or 
stretched in an accident: have the 

safety belts including the seat-belt tension-
ers and any child-restraint systems 
replaced, and have the belt anchorages 
checked. Have the necessary work carried 
out only by a MINI Dealer or a workshop 
that has specially trained personnel work-
ing in accordance with the specifications of 
the MINI manufacturer.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 Mini Convertible Cooper

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL MINI MINI CONVERTIBLE Contents A Z Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 427 07 04 BMW AG...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 427 07 04 BMW AG...

Page 3: ...idered 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...

Page 4: ...ety defects 9 OVERVIEW Cockpit 12 Display elements 13 Display elements with navigation system or Cockpit Chrono Pack 14 Indicator and warning lamps 16 Multifunction steering wheels 20 CONTROLS Opening...

Page 5: ...69 Antilock Brake System ABS 70 Flat Tire Monitor 71 Airbags 72 Park Distance Control PDC 74 Controlling the climate for pleasant driving Air conditioning system 75 Automatic climate control 78 Interi...

Page 6: ...113 Vehicle storage 116 OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES Replacement procedures Onboard tool kit 120 Wiper blades 120 Lamps and bulbs 121 Repairing a flat tire 125 Space saver spare tire 125 Changing tires 12...

Page 7: ...5 OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX INDEX Everything from A to Z 148 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 427 07 04 BMW AG...

Page 8: ...to help protect the environment Marks the end of a specific item of infor mation Indicates special equipment country spe cific equipment and optional extras as well as equipment and functions not yet...

Page 9: ...may result in unscheduled mainte nance Obey pertinent safety rules when you are handling gasoline Maintenance and repair Advanced technology e g the use of modern materials and high perfor mance elec...

Page 10: ...including operation of any portable cellular phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna or transceiver equip ment e g CB walkie talkie ham radio or similar may cause ext...

Page 11: ...ne 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 campai...

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Page 13: ...OVERVIEW CONTROLS OPERATION CARE MAINTENANCE OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX TECHNICAL DATA 11 OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 427 07 04 BMW AG...

Page 14: ...lamp flasher 58 Onboard computer 66 2 Washer wiper system 59 3 Instrument lighting 58 4 Outside mirror adjustment 46 5 Hazard warning flashers 6 Bonnet release 105 7 Horn 20 8 Adjusting steering wheel...

Page 15: ...nd cur rent vehicle speed 3 Speedometer with indicator and warn ing lamps page 16 ff 4 Indicator for Odometer 63 Trip odometer 63 Service interval 65 Program display for Continuously Variable automati...

Page 16: ...lamps page 16 ff 4 Trip odometer reset to zero 63 Setting the clock 63 5 Indicator for Odometer 63 Trip odometer 63 Service interval 65 Program display for Continuously Variable automatic Transmissio...

Page 17: ...warning lamps on page 16 ff 2 Fuel gauge 63 For more information about the navigation system refer to the Owner s Manual for Navigation System 3 Engine oil temperature 4 Engine oil pressure 5 Coolant...

Page 18: ...t is deactivated increased steering effort is required Engine oil pressure The engine oil pressure is too low Pull over immediately and switch off the engine Please contact your MINI Dealer Do not con...

Page 19: ...vigation system or the Cockpit Chrono Pack Red and yellow continue driving cautiously Brake warning light together with yellow indicator lamp for ABS CBC EBD and ASC DSC The driving stability control...

Page 20: ...raking efficiency is available Have the system checked as soon as possible More information on page 70 Display of the malfunction described above in Canadian mod els All Season traction Control ASC Dy...

Page 21: ...r your information Turn signal indicator Flashes when turn signal indicator is on Rapid flashing at least one of the turn sig nal indicators has failed More information on page 58 Cruise control Light...

Page 22: ...te interrupt deactivate cruise control 3 Store and accelerate cruise control 4 Store and decelerate cruise control Right 5 Volume 6 Changing between radio CD or cassette Left 5 Operation of Radio Pres...

Page 23: ...trol 5 Fast forward rewind Radio Press briefly next previous station stored in memory Extended pressure station scan CD MD Press briefly jump to next track Extended pressure search within cur rent tit...

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Page 25: ...RVIEW CONTROLS OPERATION CARE MAINTENANCE OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX TECHNICAL DATA 23 OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX Controls Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 427 07 04 BMW...

Page 26: ...our wallet This key is not intended for con stant use The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver s door is closed The doors the tailgate and the fuel filler door...

Page 27: ...ter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communi cations Commission regulations Opera tion is governed by the following FCC ID LX8765S LX8765E LX8CAS Compliance statement This dev...

Page 28: ...NI Convertible the windows and the folding roof are opened To open the convertible top on the MINI Convertible release the button and press it again until the convertible top is com pletely open Conve...

Page 29: ...second time unlocks the other door the tailgate and the fuel filler door You can have this function activated deactivated If the vehicle has been properly locked the hazard warning system flashes once...

Page 30: ...e speed set Do not lock the safety lock buttons while driving since these doors will not unlock automatically in the event of an accident Children might be able to lock the doors from the inside Alway...

Page 31: ...the tailgate is completely closed Otherwise exhaust fumes could penetrate the interior of the vehicle Should it be absolutely necessary to drive the vehicle with the tailgate open 1 Close all windows...

Page 32: ...ilgate is released Tailgate on the MINI Convertible The maximum load that may be placed on the open tailgate is 175 lb 80 kg Manual release in the MINI Convertible In the event of an electrical malfun...

Page 33: ...Fold rear backrests forward 5 Pull the handle arrow The tailgate is released To open the windows From ignition key position 1 Press the switch downwards The window opens until you release the switch o...

Page 34: ...refer to page 26 for opera tion via the door lock refer to page 27 To initialize power windows If the battery is disconnected e g for changing batteries or vehicle storage reinitialize the power windo...

Page 35: ...he desired sunroof position has been reached Do not use force to close the glass sunroof in its raised position as dam age to the mechanism could result After the ignition has been switched off You ca...

Page 36: ...aised position ensure that the travel path of the sunroof is not obstructed since the trap protection is not active in this position Convenience operation For convenience operation using the remote co...

Page 37: ...o avoid damage do not operate the convertible top at temperatures below 14 7 10 6 Do not leave the convertible top folded for more than one day if it is wet to prevent permanent damage from moisture D...

Page 38: ...e windows again During the closing procedure the folding roof is also closed If the convertible top is left open for a longer period of time it may be nec essary to support the first automatic clos in...

Page 39: ...he opening or closing procedure is inter rupted by releasing the buttons the con vertible top stays in its current position for several seconds before it slowly moves into a more stable position The p...

Page 40: ...rom the onboard tool kit into the designated recess To close the folding roof 5 Press the Allen key in the direction of arrow 1 6 Turn the Allen key in the direction of arrow 2 To close the convertibl...

Page 41: ...as the net could otherwise be damaged Do not place any objects on the installed wind deflector When storing the wind deflector in the luggage compartment make sure that it cannot be damaged by other o...

Page 42: ...the rear if the seats are to be moved back into their end positions or the wind deflector could be damaged Removal Release the catch on the attachment han dle To do so turn the handle slightly for wa...

Page 43: ...t with the airbags In sensitive individu als the ignition and inflation noise may induce a mild hearing loss that is usually temporary For airbag locations and additional infor mation on airbags refer...

Page 44: ...s a risk that you will slide under the safety belt in an accident thus reducing the protection provided by the safety belt Longitudinal adjustment 1 Lift the handle 2 Push the seat into the desired po...

Page 45: ...ly weight to or remove weight from the backrest as required 3 Release the lever so that the backrest locks into place Adjusting To raise pull the head restraint upward To lower press the button and pu...

Page 46: ...lds forward automati cally 2 Push the seat forward arrow 2 Original position Slide the seat back to its home posi tion before folding back the backrest otherwise the seat is latched in at its cur rent...

Page 47: ...Press the button and at the same time push the entire unit upwards or downwards Also observe the instructions on adjusting the seats on page 41 Safety belt height in the MINI Convertible The seat bel...

Page 48: ...he locking lever downward 2 Adjust the desired steering wheel posi tion 3 Pull the lever back in Outside mirror adjustment 1 Switch for 4 way adjustment 2 Switch for choosing between the left and righ...

Page 49: ...do not cover the area between the interior rearview mir ror and the windshield Do not place stick ers or toll tags on the windshield in front of the mirror How the system functions No doubt you have...

Page 50: ...emain properly positioned at all times and do not place their heads on or near the side airbag Therefore we recommend that the rear side airbags if provided be deactivated if you plan to transport chi...

Page 51: ...e secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt portion of a combi nation lap shoulder belt Improperly or inadequately installed restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children Always rea...

Page 52: ...nt and the seat back It is recommended to readjust the head restraint into the lowest possible position Adjust the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions LATCH child...

Page 53: ...l electrical accessories are ready for oper ation 3 Starting the engine Vehicles with manual transmission Step on the clutch when starting the vehicle A lockout prevents the engine from starting if th...

Page 54: ...Depress the clutch pedal especially at low temperatures 4 Start the engine Move the gearshift lever to neutral position and engage the parking brake before leaving your vehicle with the engine runnin...

Page 55: ...otion do not pull the lever with excessive pressure Keep your thumb pressed against the release button while carefully pulling the lever up to apply moderate pressure Excessive pressure can lead to ov...

Page 56: ...ree of clutch wear could result In addition to the fully automatic mode you can shift gears manually using Step tronic refer to page 55 Selector lever positions P R N D M S Range selection Inadvertent...

Page 57: ...pped N Neutral Idle Engage this gear for example when you are in a car wash The vehicle can roll D Drive CVT driving position This position is designed for driving under all normal operating condition...

Page 58: ...e engine speed are not executed In order to accelerate rapidly in the M S Manual mode and in the Sport program e g when passing shift downwards manually or by kickdown Whenever you want to return to a...

Page 59: ...quate turn signal indicator position The standing lamps discharge the battery Avoid using them for longer periods of time otherwise you may not be able to start the engine Lights on warning If the lig...

Page 60: ...ed until the desired brightness is reached To decrease the illumination intensity Press the button briefly With each brief pressing of the button the illumination intensity is reduced in steps When th...

Page 61: ...light Keep button 1 pressed until the light goes out To switch the light back on press the but ton once more Switching the reading lamps on and off Press button 2 0 Wipers parked 1 Intermittent opera...

Page 62: ...d and headlamps The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield The wipers are automatically activated for a brief period When the vehicle lighting is on the head lamps are also cleaned at appro...

Page 63: ...y position 1 Press button 2 The indicator lamp in the instrument clus ter lights up Cruise control is active To activate via the sports steering wheel 1 Start the engine 2 Press button 2 The indicator...

Page 64: ...omatically reduces the throttle opening to slow the vehicle When you release the button the system maintains and stores the current speed To cancel the cruise control The cruise control is automatical...

Page 65: ...ds until the hours display flashes 5 Press button 1 to set the hour 6 Wait approx 5 seconds until the min utes display flashes 7 Press button 1 to set the minute The set time is saved automatically af...

Page 66: ...n from the center position upwards or to the left Drive with moderation and at low engine speeds If necessary switch off the engine and allow it to cool down Checking coolant level refer to page 110 T...

Page 67: ...an inspection is due 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...

Page 68: ...ly switches to the outside temperature display In addition an acoustic signal can be heard and the display flashes for a short time The ice warning does not exclude the possibility that surface ice ca...

Page 69: ...with the vehicle stationary and the engine shut off is ignored for the calculation If the vehicle is equipped with a navi gation system the displays are shown in the area of the navigation sys tem Yo...

Page 70: ...ided by the system as an excuse for taking unnecessary risks Do not make any modifications to the ASC system Allow only authorized technicians to perform service procedures on the ASC Indicator lamp T...

Page 71: ...appro priate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver Avoid using the additional safety margin provided by the system as an excuse for taking unnecessary risks Do not make any mo...

Page 72: ...l CBC is an enhancement of ABS that improves vehicle stability especially when braking during cornering When the vehicle is being braked the rear wheels are relieved from load and this can cause the v...

Page 73: ...and sudden tire damage caused by external factors nor does it detect the gradual and minor loss of pres sure in all four tires On the other hand the following situations could lead to a delayed detec...

Page 74: ...the earliest opportunity If the tire inflation pressure is cor rect in all four tires it is possible that the Flat Tire Monitor was not initial ized In this case initialize the system 3 To continue dr...

Page 75: ...t touch the individual components directly after the system has been triggered as oth erwise there is a danger of burns In the event of malfunctions deactivation or deployment of the airbag restraint...

Page 76: ...esence of an object less than 8 in 20 cm away The warning signal is canceled after approx three seconds if the distance to the object remains constant during this time for instance if you are moving p...

Page 77: ...the side windows 2 Air for the upper body area 77 3 Air for the front and rear footwells 4 Temperature 76 5 Windshield heating 76 6 Air volume Blower 76 7 Air conditioning 76 8 Air distribution 76 9...

Page 78: ...witched on Indicator lamp lights up As long as the indicator lamp is lit the window heater is operating The heater switches off automatically after a short time Air conditioning Air conditioning switc...

Page 79: ...it during rou tine maintenance A substantial reduction in the air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before scheduled mainte nance Defrosting and demisting windows 1 Set the rotary blo...

Page 80: ...clear and unobstructed 6 Recirculated air mode 79 7 Air conditioning 76 8 Automatic air distribution and volume 79 9 Defrosting and demisting the windshield and side windows 80 10 Temperature 79 11 D...

Page 81: ...hield can temporarily fog over In the air conditioning mode there is less condensa tion on the windows When the air conditioning is on con densation is formed which then exits under the vehicle Traces...

Page 82: ...e to distribute air simultaneously toward the win dows and toward the upper body area You can switch the unit from 7 to 6 by pressing the buttons for air conditioning and air distribution toward the f...

Page 83: ...re set ting of the air conditioning or the automatic climate control high tempera tures may result in the glove compart ment Ashtray The ashtray is located in one of the bever age holders in the cente...

Page 84: ...leaners etc up to a rating of approx 200 watts at 12 volts Avoid damaging the socket with plugs of different shapes or sizes When the vehicle is equipped with a MINI Mobility System the 12 V socket is...

Page 85: ...stem in question is clear of people ani mals and inanimate obstructions in order to avoid possible injury or damage Also comply with the safety precautions issued for the original control device Check...

Page 86: ...ibed for an alternating code control device Alternating code control device You will need to refer to the operating instructions of the system in question in order to program the integrated universal...

Page 87: ...ge the compartment cover can be removed 1 Remove the retaining straps on the tail gate 2 Pull the luggage compartment cover out towards the rear Foldable rear backrest 1 Pull lever 2 Fold the rear bac...

Page 88: ...ge compartment cover from the brackets arrow 1 and engage it on the upper support pins arrow 2 Move the luggage compartment cover to its lower position again so that the convertible top can be operate...

Page 89: ...ombined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilo grams or YYY pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals...

Page 90: ...des additional stabilization for the rear backrests Securing the load The illustration shows by way of example the luggage compartment of the MINI Secure smaller and lighter items using the luggage co...

Page 91: ...artment without first securing them Otherwise they would be thrown around during braking and evasive maneuvers and endanger the occupants When loading a roof mounted lug gage rack on the MINI make sur...

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Page 94: ...ciated with their manufacture tires do not achieve their full traction potential until after an initial break in period Therefore drive care fully during the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Approx...

Page 95: ...mobile devices e g cellular phones inside the vehicle without directly connecting them to an outside antenna Otherwise interference between the vehicle electron ics and the mobile device cannot be rul...

Page 96: ...or recovery system on the pump As long as the filler nozzle is used properly the fuel tank is full whenever the nozzle shuts off the first time Closing the gas cap 1 Put on gas cap 2 Turn gas cap cloc...

Page 97: ...s high ambient temperature and high altitude Should you encounter driveability prob lems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using we recommend that you respond by switching to a re...

Page 98: ...e resulting reduced efficiency of the brake system drive down extended or steep mountain gradients in the gear which requires the least brake applications Otherwise even light but consistent pedal pre...

Page 99: ...ter driving a maxi mum of 1 25 miles 2 km or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours Warm tires have higher pressures After correcting the tire inflation pressure reinitialize the Flat T...

Page 100: ...84 Q M S 175 60 R 15 82 Q M S 195 55 R 16 87 Q M S 205 45 R 17 84 Q M S 205 40 R 18 82 W 33 230 33 230 38 260 38 260 Space saver spare tire T 115 70 R 15 90 M 61 420 61 420 61 420 61 420 MINI COOPER...

Page 101: ...2004 The manufacturer of your vehicle recom mends replacing all tires after 6 years at the latest even if a tire service life of 10 years is possible Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can b...

Page 102: ...otor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the labora tory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is establis...

Page 103: ...or abnormalities in the vehicle s handling characteristics such as a pronounced ten dency to pull to the left or right In such situations reduce your speed immediately Drive carefully to the nearest M...

Page 104: ...ays observe the safety measures and the procedure for changing tires starting on page 125 Your vehicle is additionally equipped with a tire change set In the MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Con vertible t...

Page 105: ...The factory approved radial belt tires are matched to your vehicle and provide opti mum safety and driving comfort when used properly Run Flat tires If your vehicle is equipped with Run Flat tires re...

Page 106: ...is only per mitted in pairs on the front wheels on win ter tires of the following types 175 65 R 15 M S 175 60 R 16 M S When fitting comply with the manufac turer s instructions With chains do not ex...

Page 107: ...is improperly carried out could result in consequential damage and pose safety hazards To unlock Pull the lever in the right door area beneath the instrument panel To open 1 Reach under the bonnet 2 P...

Page 108: ...umber 3 Coolant expansion tank 110 4 Engine oil filler neck 109 5 Battery 132 6 Brake fluid reservoir 111 7 Reservoir for headlamp cleaning system 108 8 Engine oil dipstick 108 ENGINE COMPARTMENT MINI...

Page 109: ...ation number 3 Coolant expansion tank 110 4 Engine oil filler neck 109 5 Auxiliary terminal for jump starting 134 6 Brake fluid reservoir 111 7 Reservoir for headlamp cleaning system 108 8 Engine oil...

Page 110: ...ows by way of example the dipstick of the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER Convertible Measuring the oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Switch the engine off after it has reached normal...

Page 111: ...ngine oils The quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the operation and service life of an engine Based on exten sive testing the manufacturer of your MINI approves only cert...

Page 112: ...t ambient temper ature 2 MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Con vertible Slowly pull the cap of the expansion tank by the tab until the excess pressure can escape Then remove the cap com pletely MINI COOPER...

Page 113: ...hygroscopic that is it absorbs moisture from the air over time In order to ensure the brake system s safety and reliability have the brake fluid changed every two years by a MINI Dealer or a workshop...

Page 114: ...should have the engine oil changed at least every 2 years since oil deteriorates over time regardless of use For more information on the service inter val display refer to page 65 Service and Warranty...

Page 115: ...gas cap is not properly tightened the OBD system can detect the vapor leak and the indicator will light up If the cap is subsequently tight ened the indicator lamp should go out within a few days Suit...

Page 116: ...brush against the grain The fact that velour lays down is not a qual ity defect but rather is inevitable in the case of home textiles or clothing materials In the case of strong sunlight and longer pa...

Page 117: ...s is why you should use a cloth or vac uum cleaner to remove dust on a regular basis Since dirt and oil slowly destroy the protec tive layer of the leather and imitation leather a treatment with a lea...

Page 118: ...g the vehicle in a car wash or rinse the convertible top thoroughly with plenty of water After washing the convertible top three to five times it should be treated with a waterproofing agent Wind defl...

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Page 121: ...RVIEW CONTROLS OPERATION CARE MAINTENANCE OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX TECHNICAL DATA 119 OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX Repairs Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 427 07 04 BMW...

Page 122: ...tools In the luggage compartment under the floor mat Tire change set and onboard tools for Run Flat tires Tire change set In the luggage compartment in a sepa rate pouch Onboard tool kit On the left...

Page 123: ...r sonnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer Do not touch the glass portion of a new bulb with your bare hands since even small amounts of impurities burn into the s...

Page 124: ...If one of these bulbs should nevertheless fail it is possible to continue driving with great cau tion using the fog lamps provided traffic laws in your area do not prohibit this Have any work on the...

Page 125: ...r yellow 2 Rear lamp Brake lamp red 3 Backup lamp white Replacing bulbs To access the bulb holder remove the cover on the side panel in the luggage compart ment 1 Unplug the power supply arrow 1 2 Squ...

Page 126: ...License plate lamps 5 watt bulb By way of example the illustration shows the license plate lamp of the MINI 1 Apply a screwdriver to the recess and lever out the lamp cover 2 Replace the bulb Light e...

Page 127: ...ment included in your vehicle Vehicles with Run Flat tires refer to page 101 Vehicles with a space saver spare tire refer to the following section Vehicles with MINI Mobility System refer to page 129...

Page 128: ...n the screw connection using the special wrench 2 Take out the cover panel 3 Screw the lifting handle from the onboard tool kit onto the thread 4 Raise the lifting handle slightly 5 Squeeze the securi...

Page 129: ...Check the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity and correct it if necessary Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel tire assembly balanced Additional safety...

Page 130: ...bolts and remove the wheel 2 Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub Clean the lug bolts 3 Mount the new wheel 4 Screw at least two lug bolts finger tight i...

Page 131: ...ystem In order to repair a flat tire with the MINI Mobility System proceed as follows Pump in liquid sealant refer to page 130 Reinflate the tire refer to page 130 Distribute liquid sealant refer to p...

Page 132: ...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 in a package with the filling hose Please remember that the liquid ca...

Page 133: ...manometer back onto the tire valve 3 Check the tire inflation pressures The tire inflation pressure must be at least 18 psi 130 kPa If it is not do not continue driving If 18 psi 130 kPa are displaye...

Page 134: ...fer to Jump starting page 134 ff Disposal After replacing old batteries return the used batteries to your MINI Dealer or to a recycling point Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport...

Page 135: ...the fuse box cover panel Plastic tweezers and spare fuses can be found in the fuse box in the vehicle interior refer to the column after next In the engine compartment In the MINI COOPER and the MINI...

Page 136: ...city measured in Ah These data are printed on the bat tery 2 Switch off the engine of the support vehicle 3 Switch off any electrical systems and components in both vehicles Connect the jumper cables...

Page 137: ...ga tive terminal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started Performing the jump start 1 Start the engine of the support vehicle and allow it to run at a fast idle spee...

Page 138: ...ey is in position 1 otherwise the steering lock could engage and prevent the vehicle from being steered There is no power assist while the engine is off Therefore you will need to exert more force to...

Page 139: ...ed by a tow truck with a lift sling or on a flatbed Only tow vehicles with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission CVT with the front wheels raised or on a special transport vehicle otherwise the...

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Page 142: ...S Convertible Displacement Number of cylinders cu in cm 97 5 1 598 4 97 5 1 598 4 Maximum output at engine speed hp kW rpm 115 85 6 000 168 125 6 000 Maximum torque at engine speed lb ft Nm rpm 111 15...

Page 143: ...TROLS DATA INDEX DIMENSIONS MINI All measurements in inches millimeters Smallest turning circle dia 34 ft 10 in 10 66 m Values following a are differing values for MINI COOPER S Online Edition for Par...

Page 144: ...INI CONVERTIBLE All measurements in inches millimeters Smallest turning circle dia 34 ft 10 in 10 66 m Values following a are differing values for MINI COOPER S Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158...

Page 145: ...smission with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission CVT lbs kg lbs kg 3 340 1 515 3 373 1 530 3 494 1 585 Cargo and luggage load capacity lbs kg 816 370 816 370 Approved front axle load lbs kg...

Page 146: ...le automatic Transmission CVT lbs kg lbs kg 3 472 1 575 3 505 1 590 3 616 1 640 Cargo and luggage load capacity lbs kg 771 350 771 350 Approved front axle load lbs kg 1 918 870 1 962 890 Approved rear...

Page 147: ...prox 2 6 2 5 More details refer to page 108 Cooling system including heater circuit quarts liters 5 6 5 3 MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convertible 6 3 6 0 MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Convertible Mo...

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Page 150: ...ontrol ASC 68 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 69 AUTO program refer to Automatic air distribution 79 Automatic air distribution 79 air volume 79 cruise control 61 Automatic car washes 113 Automatic clim...

Page 151: ...tral locking system 24 interior 28 Changing bulbs 121 Changing the wiper blades 120 121 Changing tires 127 space saver spare tire 125 Charge current indicator light 16 Child seat refer to Installing c...

Page 152: ...80 Defrosting and demisting windows automatic climate control 80 Defrosting windows 80 air conditioning system 76 automatic climate control 79 Defrosting windshield refer to Defrosting and demisting w...

Page 153: ...e oil pressure indicator warning lamp 16 Engine output refer to Engine data 140 Entry to the rear 44 ESP Electronic Stability Program refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 69 Exhaust system refer to...

Page 154: ...eld 76 79 Heavy load refer to Loading 88 Height adjustment seats 42 steering wheel 46 Height refer to Dimensions 141 142 High beams 58 bulb replacement 122 headlamp flasher 58 indicator lamp 19 High P...

Page 155: ...de 26 Locking unlocking the vehicle acknowledgment signals 26 27 Low beams 57 bulb replacement 122 Lower back support refer to Lumbar support 43 Luggage compartment cover 85 emergency operation refer...

Page 156: ...change 145 Oil level 108 indicator lamp 16 Oil pressure indicator lamp 16 Oil service 65 Onboard computer 66 Onboard tool kit 120 MINI Mobility System 129 Run Flat tires 120 space saver spare tire 125...

Page 157: ...afety belts 45 Retaining straps 88 Reverse Continuously Variable automatic Transmission CVT 55 manual transmission 54 Roller sun blind 34 Roof load refer to Weights 143 144 Roof mounted luggage rack 8...

Page 158: ...stem 86 Sport program Continuously Variable automatic Transmission CVT 55 Stability control All Season traction Control ASC 68 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 69 Standing lamps 57 bulb replacement 122 S...

Page 159: ...gency properties refer to Run Flat tires 101 Tools refer to Onboard tool kit 120 Torque engine 140 lug bolts 128 Tow bar 137 Tow rope 137 Tow socket for towing eyelet 136 Towing 136 with automatic tra...

Page 160: ...ghts 143 144 Wheel stud wrench MINI Mobility System 129 space saver spare tire 125 Wheel tire combination 102 Wheelbase refer to Dimensions 141 142 Wheels and tires 102 Wheelslip control All Season tr...

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Page 163: ...pressure Summer Winter front rear front rear 2 persons 4 persons plus luggage To ensure that you always have convenient access to all essential information when you stop for fuel we recommend that you...

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