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OWNER'S MANUAL.

MINI.

Contents

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Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 168 - II/15

Summary of Contents for Countryman Cooper S

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL MINI Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

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Page 3: ...ation on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your MINI The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road sa...

Page 4: ...ch Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English II 15 03 15 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recy...

Page 5: ...are recommended by MINI You may elect to use other parts and accessories but if you do we recommend that you make sure that any such parts and or accessories are appropriate for use on your vehicle 4...

Page 6: ...w chains is available from a service center 13 At page 188 under the heading Hood the sentence beginning If you are unfamiliar should be disregarded 14 At page 192 under the heading Engine oil change...

Page 7: ...Addendum check control messages of these comfort functions are no longer displayed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

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Page 9: ...0 Lights 95 Safety 111 Driving stability control systems 115 Driving comfort 132 Climate control 139 Interior equipment 141 Digital compass 147 Storage compartments DRIVING TIPS 154 Things to remember...

Page 10: ...Display texts used to select individual functions Verbal instructions to use with the voice activation system Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation system Refers to measures that ca...

Page 11: ...perly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Parts and Accessories For your own safety it is recommended that you use genuine parts and accessories ap proved by MINI When yo...

Page 12: ...the particular operating con ditions and homologation requirements in your country and continental region in order to de liver the full driving pleasure while the vehicle is operated under those cond...

Page 13: ...R is to record in certain crash or near crash like situa tions such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in under standing how a vehicle s systems performed The ED...

Page 14: ...up of vehicles it may order a recall 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...

Page 15: ...Notes 11 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 16: ...WATCH ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 17: ...AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 18: ...ms The respectively applicable country provi sions must be observed when using the respec tive features and systems All around the steering wheel 1 Power windows 45 2 Exterior mirror operation 53 3 Ce...

Page 19: ...ide parking lights 90 Computer 81 7 Instrument cluster 72 8 Steering column stalk right Windshield wipers 65 Rain sensor 66 Cleaning windows 67 Rear window wiper 67 Cleaning rear window 67 9 Steering...

Page 20: ...w camera 125 Parking assistant 127 Auto Start Stop function 62 Start stop the engine and switch the ignition on off 63 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 111 Head up Display 86 7 Steptronic transmission s...

Page 21: ...er 1 Emergency Request 2 Indicator lamp front seat passen ger airbag 97 3 Reading lights 94 4 Ambient light 94 5 Glass sunroof 46 6 Interior lights 93 Cockpit AT A GLANCE 17 Online Edition for Part no...

Page 22: ...rd to your vehicle s occu pants and to other traffic never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow it Control elements at a glance Control elements 1...

Page 23: ...Move in four directions Buttons on controller Press button Function MENU Open the main menu RADIO Opens the Radio menu MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu NAV Opens the Navigation menu TEL Opens the phon...

Page 24: ...ghlighted menu items can be selected 1 Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted 2 Press the controller Menu items in the Owner s Manual In the Owner s Manual menu items that can...

Page 25: ...u consists of various areas Screen settings e g Split screen This area remains unchanged Control options for the selected main menu e g for Radio If applicable further operating options for the select...

Page 26: ...eft on the touchpad To enter a blank space slide to the right in the center of the touchpad To enter a hyphen slide to the right in the upper area of the touchpad To enter an underscore swipe to the r...

Page 27: ...s Radio symbols Symbol Meaning HD Radio station is being received Satellite radio is switched on Telephone symbols Symbol Meaning Incoming or outgoing call Missed call Wireless network reception stren...

Page 28: ...rmation The onboard monitor functions can be stored on the programmable memory buttons and called up directly e g radio stations naviga tion destinations phone numbers and menu entries Settings are st...

Page 29: ...rol Display 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Settings 3 Open Options 4 Delete all personal data 5 Continue 6 OK Entering letters and numbers General information On the Control Display 1 Turn the controller...

Page 30: ...e vehicle Only those letters are offered during input for which data is available Target search names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display AT A GLANCE Onboard mon...

Page 31: ...mands can be identi fied Set the language refer to page 85 Using voice activation Activating the voice activation system 1 Press button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command A...

Page 32: ...utton on the steering wheel 3 Tone Setting the voice dialog Set system to standard dialog or use a short version The short version of the voice dialog plays back short messages in abbreviated form On...

Page 33: ...Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking Voice activation system AT A GLANCE 29 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 34: ...ide The Quick Reference Guide provides informa tion how to operate the car how to use basic vehicle functions or what to do in case of a breakdown This information can also be dis played while driving...

Page 35: ...lays 1 Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press button again to...

Page 36: ...HANDLE ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 37: ...AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 38: ...y Every remote control holds a replaceable bat tery You may set the key functions depending on the optional features and country specific ver sion For Settings refer to page 42 The vehicle stores pers...

Page 39: ...ontrol Interference of radio transmission by charger while charging items such as mo bile devices in the vehicle A Check Control message is displayed if an at tempt is made to switch on the ignition o...

Page 40: ...ng Dynamics Control Cruise control Intelligent Safety Profile management Opening profiles Regardless of the remote control in use a differ ent profile may be activated 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Select a...

Page 41: ...d It is not assigned to the current remote control Display profile list during start The profile list can be displayed during each start to select the desired profile 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Open Opti...

Page 42: ...n again Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation Press button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds To switch off the alarm press any button Unl...

Page 43: ...to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Without remote control From the outside Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside with people inside...

Page 44: ...gate is clear otherwise injuries may result Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area otherwise the re mote control is lo...

Page 45: ...of interference nearby To lock the vehicle the remote control must be located outside of the vehicle The next unlocking and locking cycle is not possible until after approx 2 seconds The engine can on...

Page 46: ...r equipment with high transmit power Shielding of the remote control due to metal objects Interference of the radio connection from mobile phones or other electronic devices in direct proximity Do not...

Page 47: ...the hood or the tailgate Movements in the vehicle interior Changes in the vehicle tilt e g during at tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing the car Disconnected battery voltage The alarm system bri...

Page 48: ...system to function properly Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can be switched off together such as in the fol lowing situations In automatic car washes In...

Page 49: ...with pinch pro tection Even with the pinch protection system check that the window s closing path is clear other wise the closing action may not stop in certain situations e g if thin objects are pres...

Page 50: ...is clear other wise injuries may result Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children e g cannot operate the glass sunroof and injure them...

Page 51: ...eds a specific value as a glass sunroof closes the closing action is inter rupted The glass sunroof reopens slightly Danger of jamming even with pinch pro tection Despite the pinch protection system c...

Page 52: ...s refer to page 95 Seats Hints Do not adjust the seat while driving Do not adjust the driver s seat while driv ing or the seat could respond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle co...

Page 53: ...and the spine are supported for upright posture Turn the wheel in order to increase or decrease the curvature Thigh support Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support In 3 do...

Page 54: ...duced Switch off Press button longer The LEDs go out Safety belts Seats with safety belt The vehicle has four or five seating positions each of which is equipped with a safety belt Number of safety be...

Page 55: ...h plate engage in the belt buckle Unbuckling the belt 1 Hold the belt firmly 2 Press the red button in the belt buckle 3 Guide the belt back into its roll up mecha nism Safety belt reminder for driver...

Page 56: ...d restraint before trans porting anyone in the seat otherwise the pro tective function of the head restraint is unavail able Rear head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted...

Page 57: ...function of the head restraint is unavail able Mirrors Exterior mirrors General information The mirror on the passenger side is more curved than the driver s side mirror Depending on the vehicle equip...

Page 58: ...ar washes In narrow streets For folding mirrors back out that were folded away manually Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto matically at a speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h Fold in the mirror...

Page 59: ...the area between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield Steering wheel Note Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving otherwise an unexpected movement could res...

Page 60: ...nt system can no longer be used due to their age weight and size Children on the front passenger seat Should it ever be necessary to use a child re straint system in the front passenger seat make sure...

Page 61: ...otection in the event of an accident If the upper anchorage of the safety belt is lo cated in front of the belt guide of the child seat move the passenger seat carefully forward until the best possibl...

Page 62: ...tether strap Note Mounting eyelets Use the mounting eyes only for the upper retaining strap to secure child restraint systems otherwise the mounting eyes could be dam aged Mounting points The respecti...

Page 63: ...lded down do not guide the belt through the head restraint sup ports on the backrest otherwise the belt may not secure the child restraint system properly in case of an accident ON 5 door models Lock...

Page 64: ...power when the engine is off switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electronic systems power consumers Ignition off Manual transmission press the Start Stop but ton again without stepping on the...

Page 65: ...tor lever position P or N to pre vent the vehicle from moving Repeated starting in quick succession Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat edly and in quick succession Otherwise the fuel is not burn...

Page 66: ...utton the Auto Start Stop function is in the last selected state refer to page 63 When the Auto Start Stop function is active it is avail able when the vehicle is traveling faster than about 3 mph app...

Page 67: ...omatically it will not start again automatically if any one of the following conditions are met The driver s safety belt is unbuckled and the driver s door is open The hood was unlocked Some indicator...

Page 68: ...ion The Auto Start Stop function no longer switches off the engine automatically A Check Control message is displayed It is possible to continue driving Have the system checked Parking brake Applying...

Page 69: ...esistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash High beams headlight flasher High beams arrow 1 Headlight flasher arrow 2 Washer wiper system Switching the wipers on...

Page 70: ...val mode or rain sensor The concept Without the rain sensor the frequency of the wiper operation is preset The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of t...

Page 71: ...witch automatically returns to its idle posi tion when released Fold out position of the wipers Helpful when changing the wiper blades or un der frosty conditions e g 1 Switch the ignition on and off...

Page 72: ...and do not fill with pure water this could damage the wiper system Do not mix window washer concentrates of dif ferent manufacturers because they can clog the windshield washer nozzles Recommended min...

Page 73: ...program and manual mode M S Activating the sport program Press the selector lever to the left out of selec tor lever position D The engaged selector lever position such as S1 is displayed in the inst...

Page 74: ...r can be selected by pulling and holding the left shift paddle Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds for example downshifting is not possible if the engine speed is too high...

Page 75: ...break in refer to page 154 period To increase vehicle stability activate DSC again as soon as possible An experienced driver may be able to achieve better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode re fer t...

Page 76: ...ions or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and sys tems The respectively applicable country provi sions must be observed when using the respec tive features and systems Ins...

Page 77: ...tor or warning lights and text messages in the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display In addition an acoustic signal may be output and a text message may appear on the Control Display Indicator...

Page 78: ...hts Active Cruise Control The number bars shows the selected distance from the vehicle driving ahead For more information see Camera based cruise control ACC refer to page 115 Vehicle detection Active...

Page 79: ...A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted have the service center check it if needed Malfunction have the system checked by your service center For additional information refer to Tire Pres sure Monit...

Page 80: ...or the required action can be called up via Check Control With urgent messages the added text will be automatically displayed on the Control Display Symbols Within the supplementary text the followin...

Page 81: ...dometer and trip odometer are displayed in the instrument cluster Resetting the trip odometer Press the knob The odometer is displayed when the ignition is switched off When the ignition is switched o...

Page 82: ...concept After the ignition is turned on the instrument cluster briefly displays available driving distance or time to the next scheduled maintenance Your service specialist can read the current servic...

Page 83: ...on Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the shape of a traffic sign to display the currently detected speed limit The camera at the base of the interior rearview mirror detects traffic signs at the...

Page 84: ...but no speed limit or cancel lation is detected Speed limit detection can also be displayed in the Head up Display System limits The system may not be fully functional and may provide incorrect inform...

Page 85: ...information on the info display Press the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever Information is displayed in the info display of the instrument cluster Information at a glance Info display R...

Page 86: ...motor oil tem perature As soon as the optimum operating temperature has been attained the indicator is in the center position If the engine oil or coolant thus the engine be come too hot a Check Contr...

Page 87: ...ating SPORT 2 Driving Excitement 3 Sports instruments Vehicle state The following vehicle and surrounding area data are automatically checked and evaluated in succession Range Engine temperature Exter...

Page 88: ...stored Setting the time 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Time 4 Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed 5 Press the controller 6 Turn the controller until the desired mi nutes are displayed...

Page 89: ...or the profile currently in use Depending on the light conditions the bright ness settings may not be clearly visible LED ring on the central instrument cluster The concept The LED ring displays light...

Page 90: ...erwise the system is damaged Do not place objects on the Head up Dis play Do not place any objects on the Head up Dis play attach them to components of the system or insert them in the system or else...

Page 91: ...rn the controller When the low beams are activated the bright ness of the Head up Display can be additionally influenced using the instrument lighting refer to page 93 Settings are stored for the prof...

Page 92: ...ow 3 Displaying the measured times The times measured using the stop watch are shown in minutes and seconds on the display For times greater than 60 minutes the num bers of hours and the minutes with...

Page 93: ...is shown on the display 2 Press button arrow 2 to call up the individ ual lap times Deleting lap times 1 Press button arrow 1 repeatedly until LAP 1 is shown on the display 2 Press button arrow 3 to...

Page 94: ...running lights 6 Depending on the equipment low beams welcome lights High beam Assistant 7 Instrument lighting Parking lights corner ing lights and roadside parking lights General information Position...

Page 95: ...ated and off automatically e g in tunnels in twilight or if there is precipitation The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause the light...

Page 96: ...rsonal responsibility The High beam Assistant cannot serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of when to use the high beams Therefore manually reel off the high beams in situations whe...

Page 97: ...ont fog lights The low beams must be switched on Press button The green indicator lamp lights up If the automatic headlight control refer to page 91 is activated the low beams will come on automatical...

Page 98: ...Activating deactivating On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Ambient Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Changing color Push the switch forward or back manual color change P...

Page 99: ...be observed when using the respec tive features and systems Airbags 1 Front airbag driver 2 Front airbag front passenger 3 Head airbag 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbags Front airbags Front airbags help pro...

Page 100: ...ted Do not remove the airbag system Do not remove the steering wheel Do not apply adhesive materials to the air bag cover panels do not cover them or modify them in any way Never modify either the ind...

Page 101: ...er airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out If it is not possible to activate the airbags have the person sit in the rear To enable correct recognition of the occupied seat cushion Do not...

Page 102: ...Ensure that the area of movement of the seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury or damage to objects Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The concept The system monitors tire inflation pressure in the fo...

Page 103: ...res are accepted as reference values The resetting process is completed automatically while driv ing After successful completion of the reset the tires appear in green on the Control Display and Tire...

Page 104: ...average load has a possible driving range of approx 50 miles 80 km A vehicle with a damaged tire reacts differently e g it has reduced lane stability during brak ing a longer braking distance and dif...

Page 105: ...vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys tem TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is signifi cantly under inflated Accordingly when th...

Page 106: ...1 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Perform reset 4 Start the engine do not drive off 5 Start the initialization with Perform reset 6 Drive away The initialization is completed while driving which can b...

Page 107: ...ire inflation pressure The possible driving distance after a loss of tire inflation pressure depends on cargo load driv ing style and road conditions A vehicle with an average load has a possible driv...

Page 108: ...ady to intervene otherwise there is the risk of an accident Tow starting and towing For towing the vehicle turn switch off the Intelligent Safety systems otherwise malfunc tions of the individual brak...

Page 109: ...o 35 mph 60 km h Detection range It responds to objects if they are detected by the system Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of...

Page 110: ...ime on the Control Display The selected warning time is stored for the pro file currently in use Warning with braking function Display If a collision with a recognized vehicle is immi nent a warning s...

Page 111: ...es Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance Two wheeled vehicles ahead of you Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the following situations In heavy fog rain sprayed water...

Page 112: ...otherwise acci dents are still possible despite all warnings Adapting your speed and driving style The displays and warnings of the system do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his...

Page 113: ...ing on the brake pedal The system can assist with some braking intervention if there is risk of a collision At low speeds vehicles may thus come to a complete stop Manual transmission During a braking...

Page 114: ...edi ately after vehicle shipment If there is constant blinding effects because of oncoming light e g from the sun low in the sky When it is dark outside Brake force display The concept During normal b...

Page 115: ...cy stop DSC Dynamic Stability Control The concept DSC prevents traction loss in the power wheels when driving off and accelerating DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle conditions such as fishtailing o...

Page 116: ...urves Therefore drive with appropriate caution You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances When driving in slush or on uncleared snow covered roads When fr...

Page 117: ...ol 1 Activate GREEN 2 Configure GREEN 3 Configure the program This configuration is retrieved when GREEN is activated Via onboard monitor 1 Settings 2 GREEN Mode Or 1 Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Configu...

Page 118: ...on the on board monitor 1 Settings 2 Control display 3 Driving mode info Drive off assistant This system supports driving off on inclines The parking brake is not required 1 Hold the vehicle in place...

Page 119: ...ntained downhill but may not be maintained uphill if engine power is in sufficient General information The system is functional at speeds beginning at approx 20 mph 30 km h Depending on the set drive...

Page 120: ...lay in the instrument cluster lights up Display in the instrument cluster lights up The current speed is adopted as de sired speed and displayed with symbol Cruise control can be used Switch off Deact...

Page 121: ...til the desired speed is set If active the displayed speed is stored and the vehicle reaches the stored speed when the road is clear or button each time it is pressed to the point of resistance the de...

Page 122: ...The indicator lights up green the system is active The indicator lights up orange the system has been interrupted No display system is switched off Brief status display Selected desired speed If appe...

Page 123: ...ad up Display refer to page 86 System limits Speed range The system is best used on well constructed roads The system is functional at speeds be ginning at approx 20 mph 30 km h The max speed that can...

Page 124: ...iate speed In tight curves the system offers only restricted detection where a vehicle ahead of you might be detected late or not at all When you approach a curve the system may briefly report vehicle...

Page 125: ...on off interrupt Store speed Resume speed Press button Function Increasing maintaining or storing the speed Reducing maintaining or storing the speed Switching on Press button on the steering wheel T...

Page 126: ...int of resistance the desired speed increases or decreases by a maxi mum of 5 mph 10 km h The maximum speed that can be set de pends on the vehicle or button pressing it to the resist ance point and h...

Page 127: ...noises from outside and inside the vehicle may prevent you from hearing the PDC s signal tone Avoid driving fast with PDC Avoid approaching an object too fast Avoid driving off fast while PDC is not y...

Page 128: ...r away are already displayed on the Con trol Display before a signal sounds A display appears as soon as Park Distance Control PDC is activated The range of the sensors is represented in col ors red g...

Page 129: ...d in the instrument cluster Red symbol is displayed and the range of the sensors is dimmed on the Control Display PDC has failed Have the system checked To ensure full functionality Keep the sensors c...

Page 130: ...ent The rearview camera is switched on The tailgate is fully closed Activating the assistance functions More than one assistance function can be ac tive at the same time Parking aid lines Parking aid...

Page 131: ...e controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast With the rearview camera switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached...

Page 132: ...k of an acci dent Transporting cargo Cargo that extends beyond the perimeter of the vehicle is not taken into account by the system during the parking procedure Therefore always be alert and ready to...

Page 133: ...Switching on with reverse gear Shift into reverse The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display To activate Parking Assistant Switch off The system can be deactiv...

Page 134: ...errupting manually The parking assistant can be interrupted at any time Parking Assistant Press button Interrupting automatically The system is interrupted automatically in the following situations If...

Page 135: ...r couplings of other vehicles With thin or wedge shaped objects With moving objects With elevated protruding objects such as ledges or cargo With objects with corners and sharp edges With objects with...

Page 136: ...ntry versions This also applies to safety related functions and sys tems The respectively applicable country provi sions must be observed when using the respec tive features and systems Air conditione...

Page 137: ...red temperature Cooling function The car s interior can only be cooled with the engine running Press button The air will be cooled and dehumidi fied and depending on the temperature set ting warmed ag...

Page 138: ...mode refer to page 162 is acti vated the heater output is reduced Windshield defroster Press button The front window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time Switching the s...

Page 139: ...ion 15 Seat heating left 50 Note Sufficient ventilation When remaining in the vehicle for an ex tended period of time ensure sufficient exter nal ventilation Do not continuously use recircu lated air...

Page 140: ...he program press the button again or manually adjust the air distribution Intensity of the AUTO program With the AUTO program activated the auto matic intensity control can be changed Turn the ring to...

Page 141: ...icient ventilation When remaining in the vehicle for an ex tended period of time ensure sufficient exter nal ventilation Do not continuously use recircu lated air mode otherwise the air quality in the...

Page 142: ...set reel on times It remains switched on for 30 minutes Open the vents to allow air to flow out Switching on off directly On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Climate 3 Activate comf ventilation The sy...

Page 143: ...ramming and before activat ing a device using the universal garage door opener ensure that there are no people ani mals or objects in the area of the remote con trolled device otherwise there is a ris...

Page 144: ...erior rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds the system features an alternating code system Flashing and continuous illumination of the LED will re peat fo...

Page 145: ...in receiving range of the system until the function is activated The inte rior rearview mirror LED stays lit while the wire less signal is being transmitted Deleting stored functions Press and hold th...

Page 146: ...l Not all points of the compass are displayed Procedure 1 Make sure that there are no large metallic objects or overhead power lines near the vehicle and that there is sufficient room to drive around...

Page 147: ...rwise objects may get into the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit Push in the lighter The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out Connecting electrical de vices Hints Do no...

Page 148: ...connect devices such as fans or lights to the USB interface Do not connect any USB hard drives or USB hubs Do not use the USB interface for recharging external devices At a glance The USB interface i...

Page 149: ...securely locked Otherwise the stability of the child seat can be affected and there is an increased risk of injury because of unexpected movement of the seat backrest Using the middle safety belt If t...

Page 150: ...n do not install any child restraint systems on the backrest otherwise their protective ef fect may be impaired To transport bulky items the trunk can be ex panded by setting the backrests at a steepe...

Page 151: ...lace anti slip mats on the dash board Do not place anti slip mats on the dashboard The mat materials could damage the dash board Overview The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehic...

Page 152: ...in the event of an ac cident Center armrest The center armrest contains a storage compart ment Opening Press button arrow 1 and open center arm rest upward arrow 2 Adjusting the height Press button ar...

Page 153: ...rs The clothes hooks are located above the side windows in the rear Storage space under cargo floor panel Located under the cargo floor panel on the right side is a trough for the onboard vehicle tool...

Page 154: ...n net to separate the trunk and the vehicle interior Only use the variable cargo floor in the folded up position when the backrests are folded up and locked Always secure cargo against shifting using...

Page 155: ...oor models Maximum load in this position 441 lbs 200 kg Space for objects remains between the fixed and variable trunk floor Storage compartments CONTROLS 151 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 16...

Page 156: ...DRIVE ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 157: ...AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 158: ...e traction is not optimal due to manufactur ing circumstances when tires are brand new they achieve their full traction potential after a break in time Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300...

Page 159: ...referred to as hydroplan ing It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface ultimately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle Dri...

Page 160: ...he engine s braking effect by shifting down going all the way to first gear if needed Brake disc corrosion Corrosion on the brake discs and contamina tion on the brake pads are furthered by Low mileag...

Page 161: ...interior without securing them oth erwise they may present a danger to occu pants e g during braking and evasive maneu vers Determining the load limit 1 Locate the following statement on your ve hicl...

Page 162: ...in the cargo area Without storage compartment package to se cure the cargo there are two lashing eyes ar row 1 in the cargo area With storage compartment package to secure the cargo there are six las...

Page 163: ...rs gently Rear luggage rack General information Installation only possible with rear luggage rack preparation Rear racks are available as special accessories Note Follow the installation instructions...

Page 164: ...Backup lamp 42 watts in total DRIVING TIPS Loading 160 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 165: ...following use Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero dynamics and increase the fuel consumption Close the windows and glass sunroof Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in i...

Page 166: ...Start Stop function of your vehicle au tomatically switches off the engine during a stop If the engine is switched off and then restarted rather than leaving the engine running con stantly fuel consu...

Page 167: ...ng GREEN mode Via the Driving Dynamics Control 1 Activating GREEN mode 2 Configure GREEN 3 Configure the program Via onboard monitor 1 Settings 2 GREEN Mode Or 1 Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Configure GR...

Page 168: ...the mark moves within the green range Gray display adjust driving style e g by backing off the accelerator pedal The display switches to green as soon as all conditions for fuel efficiency optimized d...

Page 169: ...accelerator pedal is de pressed the engine is automatically coupled to the transmission again Hints Coasting is a component of the GREEN driving mode refer to page 162 Coasting is automatically activa...

Page 170: ...le analysis The concept In this situation the system helps develop an especially efficient driving style and to conserve fuel For this purpose the driving style is analyzed The assessment is done in v...

Page 171: ...ble of values includes asterisks arrow 2 The more efficient the driving style the more stars are included in the table and the faster the bonus range increases arrow 3 If by contrast the driving style...

Page 172: ...MOVE ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 173: ...AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 174: ...ling Refuel promptly Refuel no later than at a range of 30 miles 50 km or engine operation might fail and damage might occur Fuel lid Opening 1 Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge and open it...

Page 175: ...l tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank otherwise fuel may eslide causing harm to the environ ment and damaging the...

Page 176: ...additives e g manganese or iron as this can cause permanent damage to the catalytic converter and other compo nents Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 25 i e E10 or E25 may be used for refuel ing...

Page 177: ...h quality gasoline brand and a higher octane grade AKI num ber for a few tank fills To avoid harmful en gine deposits it is highly recommended to pur chase gasoline from Top Tier retailers Failure to...

Page 178: ...n pressure Tires heat up while driving and the tire inflation pressure increases along with the tire s temper ature The tire inflation pressure specifications relate to cold tires or tires with the am...

Page 179: ...exceed 100 mph 160 km h oth erwise tire damage and accidents may result Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph 160 km h On 3 door models COOPER Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Speci...

Page 180: ...re size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 185 50 R 17 86 H M S XL RSC 205 45 R 17 88 Y XL Std 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL A S RSC 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL RSC 205...

Page 181: ...160 km h from the relevant table on the following pages Other wise tire damage and accidents could occur Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph 160 km h On 3 door models COOPER Tire size Pressur...

Page 182: ...n bar PSI with cold tires 175 65 R 15 84 H M S A S Std 175 65 R 15 84 H M S Std 175 65 R 15 84 H Std 195 55 R 16 87 H M S RSC 195 55 R 16 87 V M S A S RSC 195 55 R 16 87 W RSC 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL...

Page 183: ...ll on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use how ever and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations...

Page 184: ...ires are less suitable for winter operation Minimum tread depth Wear indicators are distributed around the tire s circumference and have the legally required minimum height of 0 063 in 1 6 mm They are...

Page 185: ...icle re sponse use only tires with a single tread con figuration from a single manufacturer Following tire damage have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possi...

Page 186: ...glad to advise you Rotating wheels between axles Different wear patterns can occur on the front and rear axles depending on individual driving conditions The tires can be rotated between the axles to...

Page 187: ...ation pressure Hints Follow the instructions on using the Mobi lity System found on the compressor and sealant container Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec tive if the tire puncture measures ap...

Page 188: ...alant 1 Shake the sealant container 2 Take the connection hose completely out of the compressor housing Do not kink the hose 3 Attach the connection hose to the connec tor of the sealant container ens...

Page 189: ...ssure of 2 bar is not reached 1 Switch off the compressor 2 Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel 3 Drive forward and back to distribute the sealant in the tire 4 Inflate the tire again using the co...

Page 190: ...e link snow chains Only certain types of fine link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of your vehi cle classified as road safe and approved Information about the approved snow chains are...

Page 191: ...Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph 50 km h when using snow chains Wheels and tires MOBILITY 187 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 192: ...s in the engine compartment 1 Washer fluid reservoir 2 Vehicle identification number 3 Oil filler neck 4 Jump starting positive terminal 5 Jump starting negative terminal 6 Coolant reservoir Hood Hint...

Page 193: ...eased pull the lever again arrow 2 Hood can be opened Indicator warning lights When the hood is opened a Check Control message is displayed Closing the hood Hood open when driving If you see any signs...

Page 194: ...splay Detailed measurement Electronic oil measure ment Status display The concept The engine oil level is monitored electronically while driving and shown on the Control Display If the engine oil leve...

Page 195: ...e status 3 Measure engine oil level 4 Start measurement The engine oil level is checked and displayed via a scale Time approx 1 minute Adding engine oil General information Switch off the ignition and...

Page 196: ...line engine BMW Longlife 01 BMW Longlife 01 FE Further information regarding the oil specifica tions and viscosities of MINI engine oils can be inquired with the service center Alternative engine oil...

Page 197: ...use suitable additives otherwise engine damage may occur The additives are harmful to your health Coolant consists of water and additives Not all commercially available additives are suitable for you...

Page 198: ...coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible Disposal Comply with the relevant environmen tal protection regulations when dispos ing of coolant and coolant additives MOBILITY Coolant 194 Online Editio...

Page 199: ...ion on service requirements refer to page 78 can be displayed on the Con trol Display For service data Information on the required maintenance is continuously stored in the remote control Your service...

Page 200: ...on the driver s side for checking the primary components in the vehi cle s emissions Emissions The warning lamp lights up Emissions are deteriorating Have the vehicle checked as soon as pos sible The...

Page 201: ...ocated in the tailgate trim Wiper blade replacement Hints Do not fold down the wipers without wiper blades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed this may damage the winds...

Page 202: ...uctions provided by the bulb manufacturer Do not touch the bulbs Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with your bare hands as even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb s surface and...

Page 203: ...ights LED bug light 1 Parking lights 2 Fog lights LED low beams LED high beams Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs refer to page 198 The lights feature LED technology Contact your serv...

Page 204: ...ns on lights and bulbs refer to page 198 Bulbs PW24W With white turn signal lights PWY24W 1 Turn the steering wheel 2 Turn the lid counterclockwise arrow 1 and remove 3 Unscrew the inner lid countercl...

Page 205: ...holder of the parking lamp arrow 1 by turning it counter clockwise Pull the bulb out of the fixture Remove the bulb holder of the daytime running lights arrow 2 by pressing to gether the top and botto...

Page 206: ...s on lights and bulbs refer to page 198 Bulbs P21W 1 Open the tailgate refer to page 40 2 Remove left or right cover 3 Through the opening loosen the plug con nector arrow 2 on the bulb holder Press t...

Page 207: ...hield forward and the bumper back in order to be able to reach the fog lamp 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove The wire is long enough to guide the socket down and through between any...

Page 208: ...r to page 198 Bulbs With orange lens W5W With white lens WY5W diadem 1 Pull the turn signal housing at the top out of the catch then unhook it at the bottom 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and...

Page 209: ...slip away to the side Do not place wood blocks or similar items under the vehicle jack otherwise it cannot reach its carrying capacity because of the restricted height If the vehicle is raised do not...

Page 210: ...ace on the ground 2 Insert the vehicle jack head in the rectan gular recess of the jacking point for crank ing it up 3 Crank it up until the wheel in question lifts off of the ground Wheel mounting 1...

Page 211: ...acturer otherwise the vehicle could be damaged and systems or functions may not be fully availa ble After a battery replacement have the battery registered on the vehicle by your service center to ens...

Page 212: ...wn fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substi tute of another color or amperage rating this could lead to a circuit overload ultimately re sulting in a fire in the vehicle Replacing fuse T...

Page 213: ...gate To remove loosen the brackets First aid kit The first aid kit is located in the cargo area Some of the articles have a limited service life Check the expiration dates of the contents reg ularly a...

Page 214: ...positive terminal of the battery or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle providing assistance 3 Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of the cable to the positive terminal of...

Page 215: ...k Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck with a so called lift bar or on a flat bed Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damag...

Page 216: ...rning system de pending on local regulations If the electrical system has failed clearly identify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win dow Tow bar The tow fi...

Page 217: ...g Steptronic transmission Do not tow start the vehicle Tow starting the engine is not possible due to the Steptronic transmission Have the cause of the starting problems fixed Manual transmission If p...

Page 218: ...lead to long term damage Follow the user s manual for the high pressure washer Cleaning sensors camera lenses with high pressure washers When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors and c...

Page 219: ...re products MINI recommends using cleaning and care products from MINI since these have been tested and approved Car care and cleaning products Follow the instructions on the container When cleaning t...

Page 220: ...or door handles with an ample supply of water possibly with shampoo added partic ularly when they have been exposed to road salt Rubber components Aside from water treat only with rubber cleans ers W...

Page 221: ...vel only Sensor camera lenses To clean sensors and camera lenses use a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass deter gent Displays Screens Projection lenses Cleaning displays and screens Do not u...

Page 222: ...FIND ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 223: ...AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 224: ...lues can be found in the approval documents on informa tion signs on the vehicle or can be obtained from the service center The information in the vehicle documents al ways has priority REFERENCE Tech...

Page 225: ...567 Smallest turning radius diam ft m 36 2 11 02 Weights The values preceding the slash apply to vehicles with manual transmission the values following the slash apply to vehicles with Steptronic tra...

Page 226: ...pproved rear axle load lbs kg 1 880 1 860 853 844 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft L 13 1 40 7 278 941 MINI Cooper S 3 door Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 3 62...

Page 227: ...6 964 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 1 880 853 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft L 13 1 40 7 278 941 MINI John Cooper Works 3 door Approved gross vehicle weight lbs k...

Page 228: ...REFERENCE Technical data 224 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Capacities MINI Fuel tank approx Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works US gal liters 11 6 44...

Page 229: ...peed 5 Warning field speed Shift point indicator The concept Shift point indicator in the Head up Display in dicates the optimum shifting point Thus with a sporty driving style the best possible vehic...

Page 230: ...REFERENCE 226 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 231: ...REFERENCE 227 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 232: ...REFERENCE 228 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 233: ...REFERENCE 229 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15...

Page 234: ...istance when driving off 114 Assist system refer to Intelli gent Safety 103 AUTO intensity 136 Automatic car wash 214 Automatic climate con trol 135 Automatic Curb Monitor 54 Automatic deactivation fr...

Page 235: ...ock 77 Closing opening via door lock 39 Closing opening with remote control 37 Clothes hooks 149 Coasting 165 Coasting with engine decou pled coasting 165 Coasting with idling en gine 165 Combination...

Page 236: ...ency wheel 205 Energy Control 78 Engine automatic Start Stop function 62 Engine automatic switch off 62 Engine compartment 188 Engine compartment working in 188 Engine coolant 193 Engine idling when d...

Page 237: ...tesy delay fea ture 91 Headlight flasher 65 Headlight glass 198 Headlights care 215 Head restraints 48 Head restraints front 51 Head restraints rear 52 Head up Display 86 Head up Display standard view...

Page 238: ...ding 157 Lock door 39 Locking unlocking via door lock 39 Locking unlocking with re mote control 37 Locking automatic 43 Locking settings 42 Lock power window 46 Locks doors and windows 59 Low beams 90...

Page 239: ...osing via door lock 39 Opening closing with remote control 37 Operating menus onboard monitor 18 Optional equipment standard equipment 6 Outside air refer to Automatic recirculated air control 137 Own...

Page 240: ...ctor lever Steptronic transmission 69 Sensors care 217 Service and warranty 8 Service requirements Condi tion Based Service CBS 195 Service requirements dis play 78 Settings locking unlocking 42 Setti...

Page 241: ...sion 68 Transmission see Steptronic transmission 68 Transporting children safely 56 Tread tires 180 Trip computer 82 Triple turn signal activa tion 65 Trip odometer 77 Turning circle lines rearview ca...

Page 242: ...7 Windshield washer fluid 67 Windshield washer nozzles 67 Windshield washer system 65 Windshield wiper 65 Windshield wipers fold out position 67 Winter storage care 217 Winter tires suitable tires 182...

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