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© 2008 Bayerische Motoren Werke
Aktiengesellschaft
Munich, Germany
Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the
written consent of BMW AG, Munich.
US English XI/08
Printed on environmentally friendly paper,
bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.

Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 601 475 - © 11/08 BMW AG

Summary of Contents for MINI E

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL MINI E Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 3: ...onsidered 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 dri...

Page 4: ...ich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English XI 08 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Onl...

Page 5: ...porting children safely 32 Driving 39 Everything under control 48 Technology for driving comfort and safety 55 Lamps 59 Climate 62 Practical interior accessories DRIVING TIPS 66 Things to remember whe...

Page 6: ...ble you to care more effectively for your vehicle Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Indicates special equipment coun...

Page 7: ...if it can be used on a MINI safely and without risk to either the vehicle its operation or its occu pants Original MINI Parts MINI Accessories and other products approved by the manufacturer of the MI...

Page 8: ...eath you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying MINI of North America LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 1 8...

Page 9: ...REFERENCE AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY 7 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 10: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 11: ...AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE AT A GLANCE Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 12: ...ls and displays 1 Adjusting the exterior mirrors folding them in and out 28 2 Parking lamps 55 Low beams 55 Turn signals 36 High beams 57 Headlamp flasher 36 Standing lamps 57 Onboard computer 40 Onli...

Page 13: ...e entire surface 8 Adjusting the steering wheel 29 9 Releasing the bonnet 82 3 Charge status display 12 Instrument lighting 57 Resetting the trip odometer 39 4 Wiper system 37 5 Switching the ignition...

Page 14: ...d computer 40 Date of next scheduled service and remaining distance to be driven 43 Odometer and trip odometer 39 Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 49 Settings and information 41 Personal Profile se...

Page 15: ...ator area 1 or 2 Some lamps are checked for proper functioning and thus come on briefly when the run position or the ignition is switched on What to do in case of a malfunction A list of all indicator...

Page 16: ...Cockpit 14 Around the center console Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 17: ...and adjust ing volume 7 Air conditioning system 8 Switches in center console 9 AUX In port 62 2 Reading lamps 58 Color of ambient lighting 58 Interior lamps 57 Temperature 60 Recirculated air mode 60...

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Page 19: ...CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE CONTROLS Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 20: ...ice data in the remote control page 84 New remote controls Your MINI Dealer can supply new remote con trols as additional units or as replacements in the event of loss Integrated key Press button 1 to...

Page 21: ...ns or door han dles The remote control can also be used to switch on off the welcome lamps and interior lamps Operating from inside Button for central locking system page 22 In the event of a sufficie...

Page 22: ...s The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Locking Press the button Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there is any person inside because the vehicle cannot be unlocked f...

Page 23: ...door lock with the integrated key If the car can no longer be locked with a remote control the battery in the remote control is dis charged Use this remote control during an extended drive this will...

Page 24: ...r handle of either door twice the first time unlocks the door the second time opens it Locking Press the switch or press down the safety lock button of a door To prevent you from being locked out the...

Page 25: ...national market versions the tail gate cannot be unlocked using the remote control unless the vehicle is unlocked first Press the button in the handle arrow or the button of the remote control for an...

Page 26: ...terrupted and the window reopens slightly Even though there is the pinch protection system always ensure that the window s travel path is clear otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain...

Page 27: ...tion noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive individ uals This effect is usually only temporary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 52 Head re...

Page 28: ...Height Pull up or push down the lever repeatedly arrows 1 until the desired height is reached arrows 2 Backrest Pull the lever arrow 1 and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off as necessary...

Page 29: ...ts A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx ear level Otherwise there is an...

Page 30: ...t belt tensioners replaced and the belt anchors checked Have this work carried out only by a MINI Dealer or by a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accor dance with the specifica...

Page 31: ...t 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 Move the steering wheel to the preferred distance...

Page 32: ...he child is seated in a child restraint system For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags refer to page 53 Child restraint systems installation Observe the child res...

Page 33: ...m Make sure the upper retaining strap does not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as it passes to the top anchor Otherwise the strap will not properly secure the child restraint system in the eve...

Page 34: ...tion Individual electrical consumers are ready for operation The time and outside temperature are displayed The accessory position is switched off automati cally when the key is removed from the ignit...

Page 35: ...e could begin to roll 1 With the car at a standstill move the selector lever to position P 2 Press the start stop button 3 Forcefully apply the parking brake Even after the run position is switched of...

Page 36: ...refer to page 74 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 roll When the vehicle is stationary and in run...

Page 37: ...lerator is not depressed at all or only within the first third of the accelerator travel distance Energy recovery and accelerator position The vehicle is braked during energy recovery The deceleration...

Page 38: ...ctric motor due to energy recovery will no longer be available The vehicle may roll further than usual even if the accelerator is not depressed This may endanger other road users Reducing the maximum...

Page 39: ...deactivating intermittent mode 4 Cleaning windshield and headlamps Switching on wipers Press the lever upward arrow 1 The lever automatically returns to its initial posi tion when released Normal wipe...

Page 40: ...lean the rear window when wipers are parked Turn the cap to level 3 and hold it there Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty otherwise you will damage the washer pump Washer f...

Page 41: ...re is an increased risk of an accident Current vehicle speed To have the current speed shown in the upper display otherwise serving for the outside tem perature display and clock 1 Press the button in...

Page 42: ...vided by the energy stored in the high voltage battery The range is calculated on the basis of the way the car has been driven over the last 18 miles 30 km and current charge status Average energy co...

Page 43: ...tion 40 2 Adjusting the charging current 72 3 Calling up Check Control 46 4 Displaying vehicle check 46 5 Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 49 6 Setting formats and units of measure reset ting to fa...

Page 44: ...ting or item of 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...

Page 45: ...and hold the button until the display changes 3 Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and SET are displayed 4 Press and hold the button until the display changes 5 Briefly press the bu...

Page 46: ...INFO are displayed 5 Press and hold the button until the display changes 6 Briefly press the button to display the indi vidual service items refer to the following information Possible displays 1 But...

Page 47: ...the button to set the minutes 8 Wait for the display to change The settings are stored Date Setting the date To set the dd mm or mm dd date format refer to Formats and units of measure on page 42 1 B...

Page 48: ...ing Check Control messages Press the button in the turn indicator lever Some Check Control messages are displayed until the malfunctions have been rectified They cannot be hidden If several malfunctio...

Page 49: ...he corresponding symbol and CHECK INFO 4 Hold the button down CHECK OK appears if there are no Check Control messages If a Check Control message has been stored the corresponding message is displayed...

Page 50: ...e 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 applicat...

Page 51: ...example a flat tire may be indi cated even though the tire inflation pressures are correct The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire if a wheel without TPM electronics has been mounted o...

Page 52: ...No punctures can be detected This type of message is shown in the following situations If there is a malfunction Have the system checked If a wheel without TPM electronics has been mounted If TPM is t...

Page 53: ...e malfunction exists When the malfunction indi cator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons in...

Page 54: ...hions 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 rem...

Page 55: ...e seat from below Otherwise a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not ensured Status of front passenger airbags The indicator lamp for the front passenger air bags shows the functional status of t...

Page 56: ...r the ignition 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 fu...

Page 57: ...Turn the light switch to position 2 The low beams come on when the ignition is on Welcome lamps If you leave the light switch in the low beam or automatic headlamp control position when you switch off...

Page 58: ...ing lamps will stay on after the ignition is switched off Switch on the parking lamps separately if needed Activating deactivating daytime running lamps The setting is stored for the remote control in...

Page 59: ...The roadside parking lamps discharge the 12 volt battery Therefore do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time other wise the battery might not have enough power to start the motor Switching...

Page 60: ...ding lamps To switch the reading lamps on and off Press the switch Ambient lighting The color of the ambient lighting can be changed Press the switch forward The color changes in stages ultimately to...

Page 61: ...G TIPS MOBILITY 59 Climate Equipment variant 1 Air conditioner Air vents 2 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 3 Air to the upper body area 4 Air to the footwell Online Edition for...

Page 62: ...e 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 within the vehicl...

Page 63: ...quickly when the cooling function is also activated 3 Set to the highest temperature red 4 Deactivate recirculated air mode 5 Turn on rear window defroster if necessary Microfilter The microfilter cap...

Page 64: ...mpartment after use while the vehicle is being driven Ventilation The glove compartment can be ventilated Opening Rotate the switch in the direction of the arrow Closing Rotate the switch in the direc...

Page 65: ...attery Do not hang heavy objects from the hooks otherwise they could endanger the car s occupants e g in case of heavy braking or sudden swerving Cup holders Cup holders Two cup holders are located in...

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Page 67: ...AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE DRIVING TIPS Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 68: ...also to Tread depth on page 79 Driving through water Drive through water on the road only if it is not deeper than 7 9 in 20 cm and then only at walking speed at the most otherwise the vehicle s motor...

Page 69: ...ing Avoid overloading the vehicle so that the permissible carrying capacity of the tires is not exceeded Overloading can lead to over heating and increases the rate at which damage develops inside the...

Page 70: ...namics and increase energy consumption Check tire inflation pressure regularly Check and if necessary correct tire inflation pressure at least twice a month and before start ing on a long trip Low in...

Page 71: ...REFERENCE AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY 69 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

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Page 73: ...MOBILITY CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS AT A GLANCE REFERENCE MOBILITY Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 74: ...g while stationary Adjust the charging current Connect the charging cable Start the charging process Charging is possible in the voltage range from 110 volts to 250 volts Emergency switch The vehicle...

Page 75: ...perty damage may occur If the charging current selected in the charge status display is higher than the current supported by the power source this may damage the charging cable charging station or ano...

Page 76: ...tatus display If the vehicle is locked from the outside during charging the charge socket door remains unlocked Ending the charging process 1 Disconnect the charging cable from the charging station or...

Page 77: ...TIPS MOBILITY 75 Charging status Recharge the high voltage battery when the range drops below 20 miles 30 km otherwise the performance of the high voltage motor may decline noticeably Online Edition f...

Page 78: ...rked for at least 2 hours When tires are warm the tire inflation pressure is higher After correcting the inflation pressure reset the Tire Pressure Monitor page 49 Inflation pressure specifications Th...

Page 79: ...in psi kPa All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires Cold ambient tem perature 195 55 R 16 87 V M S RSC 195 55 R 16 87 H M S RSC 38 260 33 230 More deta...

Page 80: ...ficantly 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 Th...

Page 81: ...f 1 6 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 ar...

Page 82: ...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 mode...

Page 83: ...performance as winter tires Pay attention to speed Always comply with the speed limit for the winter tires mounted on your car failure to do so could result in tire damage and acci dents If the car is...

Page 84: ...f the bonnet is unlocked as this may damage the headlamp washer system Opening To avoid damage make sure that the wiper arms are against the windshield before you open the bonnet Press the release han...

Page 85: ...BILITY 83 Important parts of the motor compartment 1 Vehicle identification number 2 12 volt battery under the cover 3 Reservoir for washer fluid for the headlamp and window washer system 38 Online Ed...

Page 86: ...ized maintenance approach Whenever you take your car in for servicing you should therefore hand your MINI Dealer the remote control unit that you last used Make sure that the date in the charge sta tu...

Page 87: ...l system and lead to a risk of personal injury Preference should be given to cloth car washes Do not use high pressure car washes because drops of water can penetrate around the windows Before driving...

Page 88: ...In some regions environmental factors can affect the vehicle paintwork and damage it It is therefore important to adjust the frequency and extent of vehicle care correspondingly Immediately remove agg...

Page 89: ...tive layer Carpets floor mats You can use a vacuum cleaner on carpets and floor mats or clean them with interior cleaners when they are very dirty Floor mats can be removed to be cleaned When putting...

Page 90: ...are not going to drive your car for more than three months please ask for advice from your MINI dealer or a workshop that works according to MINI manufacturer specifications Online Edition for Part n...

Page 91: ...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...

Page 92: ...amps 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 Have any work on the xenon lamp sy...

Page 93: ...proceed in reverse order Tail lamps If the tail lamps malfunction contact your MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the spec ifications of your MI...

Page 94: ...er Battery care The 12 volt battery is 100 maintenance free which means that the electrolyte will last for the life of the 12 volt battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate climate Disposal...

Page 95: ...NCE AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY 93 In the vehicle interior On the right side of the footwell Opening the cover Press out at the recess Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 B...

Page 96: ...e tow fitting for towing on paved roads only Avoid lateral loading of the tow fit ting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise the tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged Access...

Page 97: ...only as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage Towing with a tow truck Have the MINI transported with a tow truck with a so called lift bar or on a flat bed Do not lift the...

Page 98: ...are made in the text 1 2 Cause What to do Turn signals High beams headlamp flasher switched on Fasten safety belts Fasten your safety belt refer also to page 28 Parking brake applied Release the park...

Page 99: ...be started Have the remote control checked if neces sary Battery in remote control discharged Use the remote control for an extended trip Belt tensioners and or airbag system failed Have the system ch...

Page 100: ...ts up in red Have the system in question checked immediately Lighting system failed Low beams tail lamps and brake lamps still operational All other lamps failed Vehicle cannot be switched back to run...

Page 101: ...Pressure Monitor Light up in yellow and red There is a flat tire or substantial loss in tire pressure Carefully bring the car to a stop Observe the information starting on page 49 Vehicles with Tire...

Page 102: ...lever locked in position P Disconnect the charging cable before driving refer to page 74 Brake signal malfunctioning gear can be engaged without depressing the brake To engage a gear while the vehicl...

Page 103: ...t Set the time and date page 45 Full motor power no longer available Drive may be continued Lights up in yellow Motor power is noticeably reduced You can continue your journey with limited motor power...

Page 104: ...osition P not engaged Charging process cannot be started Move selector lever to position P to activate charging process page 74 Selector lever position N was engaged automatically e g if vehicle is st...

Page 105: ...tivated High voltage system could not be activated Press the start stop button and reacti vate the high voltage system High voltage system activated Run position can be switched on Malfunction in high...

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Page 107: ...REFERENCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY AT A GLANCE REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 601 475 11 08 BMW AG...

Page 108: ...al data motor data Dimensions MINI E Maximum power output kW 150 Maximum torque lb ft Nm 162 220 All measurements in inches mm Smallest turning circle 35 ft 10 in 10 7 m Online Edition for Part no 01...

Page 109: ...kg 3 230 1 465 Approved gross weight lbs kg 3 660 1 660 Approved front axle load lbs kg 1 830 830 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 1 896 860 Cargo bay capacity cu ft l 2 1 60 Notes Type Lithium ion Ener...

Page 110: ...n setting the units 42 Average energy consumption 40 Average speed 40 Axle loads refer to Weights 107 B Background lighting refer to Ambient lighting 58 Backrests refer to Seats 25 Backup lamps replac...

Page 111: ...ked 67 Condition Based Service CBS 84 Configuring settings refer to Personal Profile 18 Confirmation signals for vehicle locking unlocking 20 Connecting vacuum cleaner refer to Connecting electrical a...

Page 112: ...device 62 Eyes for tow starting and towing away 94 F Failure messages refer to Check Control 46 Failure of an electrical consumer 92 Fasten safety belts reminder refer to Seat belt reminder 28 Fasteni...

Page 113: ...re 87 LEDs light emitting diodes 90 Length refer to Dimen sions 106 License plate lamp replacing bulbs in MINI 91 Light switch 55 Light alloy wheels care 86 Light emitting diodes LEDs 90 Lighting lamp...

Page 114: ...Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 49 Pressure tires 76 Protective function refer to Pinch protection system windows 24 R Radio key refer to Integrated key remote control 18 Radio position refer to Accessory...

Page 115: ...2 Socket for Onboard Diagnosis OBD 84 Socket refer to Connecting electrical appliances 63 Speed with winter tires 81 Speedometer 12 Stability control refer to Driving stability control systems 48 Star...

Page 116: ...tor lamp 12 rear replacing bulb 91 side replacing bulb 91 Turning circle refer to Dimensions 106 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQR 78 Units average energy consumption 42 temperature 42 Unlocking fro...

Page 117: ...des changing 89 Windshield wipers refer to Wiper system 37 Winter tires 81 storage 81 Winter tires refer to Wheels and tires 76 Wiper blade replacement 89 Wiper system 37 Work in the motor compartment...

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