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1. 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 inter vene otherwise there is the risk of an acci dent lt 128 DRIVING COMFORT Curbs The parking assistant may steer the vehi cle over or onto curb if need be Therefore always be alert and ready to inter vene otherwise the wheels tires or the vehi cle may become damaged lt An engine that has been switched off by the Auto Start Stop function is restarted automati cally when the parking assistant is activated Requirements For measuring parking spaces gt Maximum speed while driving forward ap prox 22 mph 35 km h gt Maximum distance to row of parked vehi cles 5 ft 1 5 m Suitable parking space gt Gaps behind an object that has a min length of 5 ft 1 5 m gt Gap between two objects with a minimum length of approx 5 ft 1 5 m gt Min length of gap between two objects your vehicle s length plus approx 3 3 ft 1 0 m gt Minimum depth approx 5 ft 1 5 m Regarding the parking procedure gt Doors and tailgate closed gt Parking brake released gt When parking in parking spaces on the driver s side the corresponding turn signal must be set Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT CONTROLS Ata glance ey Parking assistant is activated automatically Shift into revers
2. Display With a low remaining range A Check Control message is displayed briefly 2 i 347 mi gt The remaining range is shown on the computer gt With a dynamic driving style e g taking curves aggressively engine operation might vary The Check Control message appears continu ously below a range of approx 30 miles 50 km Refuel promptly Refuel no later than at a range of 30 miles 50 km or engine operation might fail and damage might occur Displaying the cruising range 1 amp Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 Range CURRENT FUEL CONSUMP TION The concept Displays the current fuel consumption Check whether you are currently driving in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner Displaying the current fuel consumption 1 amp Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 Current consumption 78 SERVICE REQUIREMENTS The 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 service requirements from your remote control Display Detailed information on service requirements More information on the scope of service re quired can be displayed on the Control Display On the Control Display 1 amp gt Vehicle info Vehicle status 62 Service required Required maintenance procedures and le gally mandated inspectio
3. Footwell Windows and footwell Windows upper body region and footwell Windows and upper body region VV VV VV V V Windows Maximum cooling USE Press button AIC The system is set to the lowest temper ature optimum air flow and air circulation mode Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re gion The vents need to be open for this The function is available with external tempera tures beyond approx 32 F O C and with the engine running Adjust air flow with the program active Cooling function The car s interior can only be cooled with the engine running Ne Press button The air will be cooled and dehumidi fied and depending on the temperature set ting warmed again Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CLIMATE CONTROL Depending on the weather the windshield may fog up briefly when the engine is started The cooling function is switched on automati cally with the AUTO program When using the automatic climate control con densation water refer to page 156 develops that exits underneath the vehicle Automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode You may respond to unpleasant odors or pollu tants in the immediate environment by tempo rarily suspending the supply of outside air The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle Wi Press button repeatedly to select an operating mode gt LEDs off outside air flows i
4. If the engine is switched off and then restarted rather than leaving the engine running con stantly fuel consumption and emissions are re duced Savings can begin within a few seconds of switching off the engine In addition fuel consumption is also deter mined by other factors such as driving style road conditions maintenance or environmental factors SWITCH OFF ANY FUNCTIONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY NEEDED Functions such as seat heating and the rear window defroster require a lot of energy and consume additional fuel especially in city and stop and go traffic Therefore reel off these functions if they are not actually needed HAVE MAINTENANCE CAR RIED OUT Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve optimal vehicle efficiency and operating life Have the maintenance carried out by your service center Please also note the MINI Maintenance System refer to page 195 GREEN MODE The concept The GREEN mode supports a driving style that saves on fuel consumption For this purpose the engine control and comfort features e g the climate control output are adjusted For Steptronic transmission Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 The Coasting driving condition is enabled under certain conditions Under certain conditions the engine is auto matically decoupled from the transmission in selector lever position D The vehicle continues traveling with the engine idling to reduce fuel
5. Special feature of the alternating code wireless system If you are unable to operate the system after repeated programming please check if the sys tem to be controlled features an alternating code system Read the system s operating manual or press the programmed button on the interior rear view mirror longer If the LED on the interior rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds the system features an alternating code system Flashing 140 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT and continuous illumination of the LED will re peat for approximately 20 seconds For systems with an alternating code system the Universal Integrated Remote Control and the system also have to be synchronized Please read the operating manual to find out how to synchronize the system Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a second person To synchronize 1 Park the vehicle within range of the re mote controlled system 2 Program the relevant button on the interior rearview mirror as described 3 Locate and press the synchronizing button on the system being programmed You have approx 30 seconds for the next step 4 Hold down the programmed button on the interior rearview mirror for approximately 3 seconds and then release it If necessary repeat this step up to three times in order to finish synchronization Once synchroni zation is complete the programmed func tion will be carried out Reprog
6. gt Green display efficient driving style as long as the mark moves within the green range gt 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 driving are met 164 GREEN tip driving instruction GREEN Instructions tell you to reel to a more fuel effi cient driving style when you back off the accel erator Note The driving style display and GREEN mode tips in the instrument cluster appear when the GREEN mode display is activated Activating driving style and GREEN mode tips 1 amp Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 GREEN Info GREEN tip symbols An additional symbol and text instructions are displayed Symbol Measure aS For efficient driving back off the ac celerator or delay accelerating to al low time to assess road conditions Reduce speed to the selected GREEN speed 3 la Steptronic transmission reel from S M to D or avoid manual shift interven tions Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Symbol Measure Manual transmission follow shifting instructions Manual transmission engage neutral for engine stop N aie Indications on the Control Display MINIMALISM Information on fuel consumption and technol ogy can be displayed while driving 1 e Vehicle info 2 MINIMALISM Displaying MINIMALISM info The curren
7. DTC Dynamic Traction Con trol 112 Dynamic Damping Con trol 112 232 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z Dynamic Stability Control DSC 111 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 112 E Electronic displays instrument cluster 73 Electronic oil measure ment 190 Electronic Stability Program ESP refer to DSC 111 Emergency detection remote control 35 Emergency release fuel filler flap 170 Emergency start function en gine start 35 Emergency wheel compact wheel refer to Emergency 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 driving coasting 165 Engine oil 190 Engine oil adding 191 Engine oil additives 191 Engine oil change 192 Engine oil filler neck 191 Engine oil types alterna tive 192 Engine oil types ap proved 192 Engine start during malfunc tion 35 Engine start jump start ing 209 Engine start refer to Starting the engine 61 Engine stop 61 Engine temperature dis play 82 Entering a car wash 214 Equipment interior 139 Error displays see Check Con trol 73 ESP Electronic Stability Pro gram refer to DSC 111 Exchanging wheels tires 181 Exhaust system 155 Exterior mirror automatic dimming feature 54 Exterior mirrors 53 External start 209 External temperature dis play 77 External temperature warn ing 77 Eye
8. Do not use a fuel with a higher ethanol per centage than recommended or one with other types of alcohol e g M5 to M100 otherwise this could damage the engine and fuel supply system lt Recommended fuel grade John Cooper Works Super Plus 98 RON MINI recommends AKI 91 Minimum fuel grade MINI recommends AKI 89 Minimum fuel grade Do not use any gasoline below the mini mum fuel grade as this may impair engine per formance If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat ing the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high outside temperatures This has no effect on the engine life Fuel quality The use of poor quality fuels may result in harmful engine deposits or damage Addition ally problems relating to drivability starting and stalling especially under certain environ Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 FUEL MOBILITY mental conditions such as high ambient tem perature and high altitude may occur If drivability problems are encountered we rec ommend switching to a high 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 comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled mainte nance lt 1735 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY WHEELS AND T
9. Empty battery in remote control gt Interference from radio transmissions through mobile devices in close proximity to remote control 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 or start the engine Steptronic transmission if a corresponding Check Control message appears hold the re mote control as shown against the marked area on the steering column and press the Start Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the brake Manual transmission if a corresponding Check Control message appears hold the remote con trol as shown against the marked area on the steering column and press the Start Stop but ton within 10 seconds while pressing the clutch The concept Personal Profile provides three profiles using which personal vehicle settings can be stored Every remote control has one of these profiles assigned 35 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS If the vehicle is unlocked using a remote con trol the assigned personal profile will be acti vated All settings stored in the profile are auto matically applied If several drivers use their own remote control the vehicle will adjust the personal settings dur ing unlocking These settings are also restored if the vehicle has been used in the meantime by a p
10. Head Up Display 3 Brightness 4 Turn 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 profile currently in use Adjusting the height On the Control Display 1 amp Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Height 4 Turn the controller Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Setting the rotation On the Control Display 63 Settings Head Up Display Rotation E iS Turn the controller Settings are stored for the profile currently in use CHRONO PACKAGE IN THE COCKPIT The concept The Chrono package consists of three display instruments in the cockpit where the engine oil pressure the turbocharger boost and the time are displayed In addition intermediate and to 87 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS tal times can be measured using the stop watch The display elements of the Chrono package mainly support a sporty driving style e g on racetracks Overview 1 Engine oil pressure display Turbocharger boost display Time stop watch Engine oil pressure The current engine oil pressure is displayed Turbocharger boost The current boost of the turbocharger is dis played Stop watch General information The stop watch contains the following features gt
11. Language Units 3 Speech type 4 Select setting ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Turn the volume button while giving an instruc tion until the desired volume is set gt The volume remains constant even if the volume of other audio sources is changed gt The volume is stored for the profile cur rently in use HINTS ON EMERGENCY RE QUESTS Do not use the voice activation system to ini tiate an Emergency Request In stressful situa tions the voice and vocal pitch can change This can unnecessarily delay the establishment of a phone connection ENVIRONMENTAL CONDI TIONS gt Say the commands numbers and letters smoothly and with normal volume empha sis and speed gt Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system gt Keep the doors windows and glass sun roof closed to prevent noise interference Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 VOICE ACTIVATION SYSTEM gt Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE 29 AT A GLANCE INTEGRATED OWNER S MANUAL IN THE VEHICLE INTEGRATED OWNER S MANUAL IN THE VEHICLE VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions
12. 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 personal settings for every remote control Personal Profile refer to page 35 Press button arrow 1 and remove the key ar The remote controls hold information on re row 2 quired maintenance For service data refer to The integrated key fits the driver s door lock page 195 Replacing the battery 1 Remove integrated key from remote con trol 2 Slide the key into the opening and raise the cover arrow ii Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 OPENING AND CLOSING CONTROLS The battery compartment is accessible 3 Slide the key in the cover of the battery compartment and raise the cover arrow Insert a battery of the same type with the positive side facing up Insert lid and cover CRY Take the used battery to a recycling center or to your service center New remote controls New remote controls are available from the service center Loss of the remote controls Lost remote controls can be disabled by your service center a T as a gage e E Emergency detection of remote contri It is possible to switch on the ignition or start the engine in situations such as the following Interference of radio transmission to re mote control by external sources e g by radio masts
13. Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 NOTES The vehicle identification number can also be found behind the windshield REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS For US customers The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying MINI of North America LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 1 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or MINI of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safe rcar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safe rcar gov For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety related defect to Transport Canada De fect Investigations and Recalls may call the toll free hotline 1 800 333 0510 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety f
14. Run flat tires Maximum speed You may continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h Continued driving with a flat tire If continuing to drive with a damaged tire 1 Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h Check the air pressure in all four tires at the next opportunity If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized In this case initialize the system SAFETY CONTROLS Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire 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 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 different self steering properties Adjust your driving style accordingly Avoid abrupt steering ma neuvers or driving over obstacles e g curbs potholes etc Because the possible driving distance depends on how the vehicle is used during the trip the actual distance may be shorter or longer de pending on the driving speed road conditions external temperature cargo load etc Continued driving with a flat tire Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h Your car ha
15. available cargo and luggage load capacity is 400 lbs 1 000 Ibs minus 600 Ibs 400 Ibs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 157 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING TIPS LOADING LOAD On 3 door models h TTT S Max Load hih COT S Max Load Hiki E lt Max Load On 5 door models ACLI S Max toad KER WP lt Max Load EDEL w lt Max Load The maximum load is the sum of the weight of the occupants and the cargo The greater the weight of the occupants the less cargo that can be transported STOWING CARGO gt Cover sharp edges and corners on the cargo gt Heavy cargo stow as far forward as possi ble directly behind and at the bottom of the rear passenger seat backrests gt Very heavy cargo when the rear seat is not occupied secure each of the outer safety belts in the opposite buckle gt If necessary fold down the rear backrests to stow cargo gt Do not stack cargo above the top edge of the backrests 158 SECURING CARGO Lashing eyes 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 lashing eyes arrows 1 and 2 in the cargo area Securing car
16. for handling explosives Non professional attempts to service the sys tem could lead to failure in an emergency or unintentional activation of the airbag both may lead to injury lt Warnings and information on the airbags are also found on the sun visors Functional readiness of the airbag system e When the ignition is reel on the warn a ing lamp in the instrument cluster lights up briefly and thereby indicates the op erational readiness of the entire airbag system and the belt tensioner Airbag system malfunctioning gt Warning lamp does not come on when the ignition is turned on gt The warning lamp lights up continuously Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 In case of a malfunction have airbag sys tem checked immediately In case of a malfunction have airbag system checked immediately otherwise there is a risk that the system does not function as expected in case of a severe accident Automatic deactivation of the front seat passenger airbags The system reads if the front passenger seat is occupied by measuring the human body s re sistance Front knee and side airbag on the front pas senger s side are either activated or deacti vated Leave feet in the footwell Make sure that the front passenger keeps his or her feet in the footwell otherwise proper functioning of the front passenger airbag might not be assured lt Child restraint fixing system in the front
17. g due to the selected options 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 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 roof racks or spoiler The heights can deviate for example due to the selected special equip ment tires load and chassis version inches mm 76 1 1 932 inches mm 68 0 1 727 inches mm 55 7 1 414 inches mm 151 1 3 837 inches mm 151 9 3 858 inches mm 152 5 3 874 inches mm 98 2 2 495 ft m 35 4 10 8 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MINI 5 door Width with mirrors Width without mirrors Height Length Cooper Cooper S Wheelbase Smallest turning radius diam WEIGHTS The values preceding the slash apply to vehicles with manual transmission the values following MINI Cooper 3 door Approved gross vehicle weight Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo area capacity Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 TECHNICAL DATA inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm ft m REFERENCE 76 1 1 932 68 0 1 727 56 1 1 425 157 4 3 998 158 0 4 013 101 1 2 567 36 2 11 02 the slash apply to vehicl
18. odes installed behind a cover as a light source LAMP AND BULB REPLACE These light emitting diodes which are related to conventional lasers are officially designated MENT as Class 1 light emitting diodes 5 Fold the wipers in Do not remove the covers General information Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety Do not remove the covers and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours otherwise irritation of the retina could result The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends that you entrust corresponding procedures to the service center if you are unfamiliar those or l o if they have not been described here Condensation can form on the inside of the ex ternal lights in cool or humid weather When driving with the light switched on the conden sation evaporates after a short time The head light glass does not need to be changed Headlight glass You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at the service center Hints If the headlights do not dim despite driving Lights and bulbs with the light switched on increasing humidity forms e g water droplets in the light have the Danger of burns service center check this Only change bulbs when they are cool otherwise there is a danger of getting burned lt 198 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REPLACING COMPONENTS MOBILITY Front lights bulb replacement Parking lights 2 Day
19. refer to page 196 Green lights Turn signal Turn signal on Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed For additional information refer to Turn signal refer to page 65 Parking lights headlight control Parking lights or headlights are acti vated For additional information refer to Parking lights low beams headlight control re fer to page 90 Front fog lights Front fog lights are activated ED For additional information refer to Front fog lights refer to page 93 75 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS High beam Assistant A High beam Assistant is switched on High beams are activated and off auto matically as a function of the traffic sit uation For additional information refer to High beam Assistant refer to page 92 Cruise control The system is switched on It maintains A the speed that was set using the control elements on the steering wheel Blue lights High beams High beams are activated For additional information refer to High beams refer to page 65 General lamps At least one Check Control message is displayed or is stored The symbol is lt shown in the display of the instrument cluster Text messages Text messages in combination with a symbol in the instrument cluster explain a Check Control message and the meaning of the indicator and warning light
20. resulting in fishtailing lt To prevent corrosion and one sided brake ac tion lightly apply the parking brake periodically while coasting if traffic conditions permit The brake lights will not light up if the parking brake is set Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 TURN SIGNAL HIGH BEAMS HEADLIGHT FLASHER Turn signal Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point To switch off manually press the lever to the resistance point Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point The turn signal flashes three times The function can be activated or deactivated On the Control Display 1 3 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Triple turn signal Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Signaling briefly Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash DRIVING CONTROLS High beams headlight flasher gt High beams arrow 1 gt Headlight flasher arrow 2 WASHER WIPER SYSTEM Switching the wipers on off and brief wipe Hints Do not activate wipers if frozen to wind shield Do not switch on the wipers if they are frozen to the windshield otherwise the wiper blades and the wiper motor may be damaged lt Do not activate wipers on dry windshield Do not use the wipers
21. values in the tire inflation pressure table refer to page 175 and adjust as necessary These pressure values can also be found on the tire inflation pressure label on the driver s door pillar Maximum permissible speed Do not exceed 100 mph 160 km h oth erwise tire damage and accidents may result Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 175 60 R 16 86 HM S XL RSC 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 A S RSC 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL RSC 205 45 R 17 88 W XL RSC 205 40 R 18 86 W XL RSC 2 4 35 2 4 35 Speed up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Compact wheel T115 70R1590M 175 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY On 3 door models COOPER S Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 195 55R1687HM 2 4 35 S RSC 195 55 R 16 87 V M S A S RSC 195 55 R 16 87 W RSC 2 4 35 175 60R 1686 HM 2 6 38 S XL RSC 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL A S RSC 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL RSC 205 45 R 17 88 W XL RSC 205 40 R 18 86 W XL RSC 2 4 35 176 WHEELS AND TIRES On 3 door models JOHN COOPER WORKS Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI w
22. 183 Seat belts refer to Safety belts 50 Seat heating front 50 Seating position for chil dren 56 Seats 48 Selection list in instrument cluster 81 Selector 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 Settings mirrors 53 Settings on Control Display 84 Shift paddles on the steering wheel 70 Side airbags 95 Signaling horn 14 Signals when unlocking 43 Sitting safely 48 Size 220 Slide tilt glass roof 46 Snow chains 186 Socket 143 Socket OBD Onboard Diag nostics 196 Spare fuse 208 Spare tire refer to Emergency wheel 205 Specified engine oil types 192 Speed average 82 Speed limit detection com puter 82 Speed limiter display 79 Speed Limit Information 79 Speed warning 83 Split screen 24 Sport displays 83 Sport instruments cockpit 87 SPORT program Dynamic Driving Control 113 Sport program transmis sion 69 Stability control systems 111 Standard view Head up Dis play 87 Start stop automatic func tion 62 Start Stop button 60 Start function during malfunc tion 35 Starting the engine 61 Status control display tires 99 Status information onboard monitor 23 Status of Owner s Manual 7 Steering wheel adjusting 55 Steptronic Sport transmission see Steptronic transmis sion 68 Steptronic transmission 68 Sto
23. 3 and re move Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs refer to page 198 The lights feature LED technology Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs refer to page 198 Bulbs gt Parking lights for halogen headlights WSW 5 Insert the new bulbs and install the cover in Parking lights for LED headlights WSW NBV the reverse order Daytime running light PSX24W When installing the daytime running lights Fog lamp H8 audibly latch the bulb holder first at the Turn the steering wheel bottom then at the top wr YY 7 Turn the lid counterclockwise arrow 2 and Tail lights bulb replacement remove 3 Remove the corresponding connector 4 gt Remove bulb holder of the parking lamp arrow 1 by turning it counter clockwise Pull the bulb out of the fixture gt Remove the bulb holder of the daytime running lights arrow 2 by pressing to gether the top and bottom latch mech anism Side tail lights Rear fog lamp License plate lamp Third brake lamp A WU N For better accessibility if needed re move the bulb of the fog lamp before hand 201 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY REPLACING COMPONENTS 3 Brake light 4 Reversing lights Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs refer to page Bulbs P21W 1 Open the tailgate refer to page
24. 40 2 961 168 II 15 SELECTION LISTS IN THE IN STRUMENT CLUSTER The concept With the buttons on the steering wheel and the display in the instrument cluster the following can be displayed or operated gt Current audio source gt Redial phone feature gt Turn on voice activation system It also displays programs of the Driving Dynam ics Control Display D BAYERN 3 Activating a list and adjusting the setting Button the steering wheel Function Activate the respec tive list and select the desired settings Confirm the selection DISPLAYS CONTROLS ON BOARD COMPUTER Calling up 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 Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn signal lever calls up 7AE the following information in the info display gt Range gt GREEN Info When GREEN Mode is activated Average fuel consumption Current fuel consumption Average speed Date Engine temperature display VV Vv VV OV Distance to destination When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system gt Time of arrival When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system gt Speed limit detection 81 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS
25. Check Control messages are no longer displayed Charging the battery General information Make sure that the battery is always sufficiently charged to guarantee that the battery remains usable for its full service life The battery may need to be charged in the fol lowing cases gt When making frequent short distance drives gt If the vehicle is not used for prolonged peri ods longer than a month gt Steptronic transmission when parked for long periods of time in selector lever posi tion D RorN Note Do not connect charging devices to the 12 volt socket in the vehicle Do not connect battery chargers to the factory installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as this may damage the vehicle battery due to an in creased power consumption lt Starting aid terminals In the vehicle only charge the battery via the starting aid terminals refer to page 210 in the engine compartment with the engine off Power failure After a temporary power loss some equipment needs to be reset Individual settings need to be reprogrammed gt Time update 207 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY REPLACING COMPONENTS gt Date update gt Navigation system wait for the operability of the navigation Disposing of old batteries Ay Have old batteries disposed of by your EY service center or bring them to a recy cling center Maintain the battery in an upright pos
26. Control Display e Flashing or illuminated safety belt on A the driver or passenger side is not buck led The safety belt reminder can also Safety belt reminder 73 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly Airbag system e Airbag system and belt tensioner are N defective 72 Have the vehicle checked by the service center immediately Parking brake brake system The parking brake is set For additional information refer to Re lease parking brake refer to page 64 BRAKE 6S Front end collision warning Illuminated advance warning is issued e g when there is the impending dan ger of a collision or the distance to the vehicle ahead is too small Increase distance Flashing acute warning of the imminent dan ger of a collision when the vehicle approaches another vehicle at a relatively high differential speed Intervention by braking or make an evasive maneuver Pedestrian warning ra If a collision with a person detected in ZWN this way is imminent the symbol lights up and a signal sounds 74 Orange lights Active Cruise Control _ The number bars shows the selected A distance from the vehicle driving ahead For more information see Camera based cruise control ACC refer to page 115 Vehicle detection
27. DSC where forward momentum is optimized The system ensures maximum headway on special road conditions or loose road surfaces e g unplowed snowy roads but with some what limited driving stability Activating the Dynamic Traction Control DTC provides maximum traction Driving stability is limited during acceleration and when driving in curves Therefore drive with appropriate caution You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances gt When driving in slush or on uncleared snow covered roads 112 DRIVING STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS gt When freeing vehicle from deep snow or driving off from loose grounds gt When driving with snow chains Deactivating activating DTC Dynamic Traction Control Activating DTC Ee ae Press button TRACTION is displayed in the instru ment cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up Deactivating DTC E orr Press button again ee TRACTION and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out PERFORMANCE CONTROL Performance Control enhances the agility of the vehicle To increase maneuverability with a corre spondingly sporty driving style wheels are braked individually DYNAMIC DAMPING CON TROL The concept The tuning of the suspension can be changed with the system Programs The system offers several different programs Select the programs via the Driving Dynamics Control refer to page 113 Online Ed
28. It is not recommended to use the inner lower anchors of standard outer LATCH positions to fasten a child restraint system on the middle seat Use the vehicle seat belt in stead for the middle seat Assembly of LATCH child restraint systems 1 Mount the child restraint system refer to the user s manual of the system 2 Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop erly connected Child restraint fixing system with a 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 58 TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY Mounting points pen The respective symbol shows the an ile chor for the upper retaining strap Seats with an upper Top Tether are marked with this symbol It can be found on the rear seat backrest or the rear window shelf Retaining strap guide Retaining strap Make sure that the upper retaining strap is not passed over the head restraints or sharp edges and is not twisted up to the upper mounting points otherwise the belt cannot properly secure the child restraint system in an accident Direction of travel Head restraint Hook for upper retaining strap Mounting point eye Seat backrest a U A WNN Upper retaining strap Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point 1 Raise the head restraint if needed 2 Guide the upper retaining strap between the supp
29. Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS ADJUSTING Fold down seat back 1 Pull lever up to the stop 2 Fold backrest forward 3 Push the seat forward Original position The driver s seat features a mechanical mem ory function for forward back and backrest ad justment 1 Push the seat back into the original posi tion 2 Fold back the backrest to lock the seat If the backrest is folded back when the seat is not yet in the original position the seat latches in the current position In this case manually adjust longitudinal direction refer to page 48 Front seat heating d u WA lii AIC Switching on Ea Press button once for each tempera ture level The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit 50 If the journey is continued within approx 15 minutes the seat heating is activated automat ically with the temperature selected last When Green mode refer to page 162 is acti vated the heater output is reduced Switch off al 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 belts Your vehicle has been fitted with four or five safety belts for your and your passengers safety However they can only offer protection when adjusted correctly General information Always make sure that safety belts are being wor
30. Press or button in the interrupted state When the system is switched on the current speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed The speed is displayed on the symbol 95 When cruise control is maintained or stored DSC Dynamic Stability Control will be turned on if needed Changing the speed or button press until the desired speed is set CONTROLS If active the displayed speed is stored and the vehicle reaches the stored speed when the road is clear gt or button each time it is pressed to the point of resistance the desired speed increases or decreases by approx 1 mph 1 km h gt or button each time it is pressed past the point of resistance the desired speed increases or decreases by a maxi mum of 5 mph 10 km h or button hold down to repeat the cor responding action Distance Select a distance Adjust the distance according to the traf fic and weather conditions otherwise there is the risk of an accident Maintain the prescribed safety distance lt Reduce distance TA Press button repeatedly until the de a sired distance is set The set distance is briefly displayed in AA the left part of the instrument cluster Increase distance TA Press button repeatedly until the de Mal sired distance is set The set distance is briefly displayed in AA the left part of the instrument cluster Calling up the desired speed and distance While dr
31. S Std 175 65 R 15 84 H M S Std 175 65 R 15 84 H Std 175 60 R 16 86 H M S XL RSC 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 A S RSC 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL RSC 205 45 R 17 88 W XL RSC 205 40 R 18 86 W XL RSC 2 8 41 2 6 38 Speed up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Compact wheel T115 70R1590M 177 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY On 3 door models JOHN COOPER WORKS Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 185 50 R 17 86 H 3 1 45 2 9 42 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 40R18 86W 3 4 49 3 2 46 XL RSC 178 WHEELS AND TIRES On 5 door models COOPER Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 175 65R1584HM 2 8 41 2 6 38 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 A S RSC 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL RSC 205 45 R 17 88 W XL RSC 175 60R 1686 HM 2 8 41 2 8 41 S XL RSC 205 40 R 18 86 W XL RSC Compact wheel Speed up to a max of T115 70R1590M 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 TIRE IDENTIFICATION MARKS Tire size 205 45 R 17 84 V 205 nominal width
32. Stop button The ignition is activated automatically for a cer tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine starts Manual transmission Starting the engine 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Press on the clutch pedal and shift to neu tral 3 Press the Start Stop button The ignition is activated automatically for a cer tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine starts ENGINE STOP Hints Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children e g cannot start the engine Apply parking brake and further secure the vehicle if needed Set the parking brake firmly when parking oth erwise the vehicle could roll On steep upward and downward inclines further secure the ve 61 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DRIVING hicle e g by turning the steering wheel in the direction of the curb lt Before driving into a car wash So that the vehicle can roll into a car wash ob serve instructions for going into an automatic car wash refer to page 214 Steptronic transmission Switching off the engine 1 Engage selector lever position P with the vehicle stopped 2 Press the Start Stop button The engine is switched off The radio ready state is switched on 3 Setthe parking brake Manual transmission Switching off the engine 1 With the vehicle at a standstill press the Start Stop button
33. 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 GENERAL INFORMATION Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif ferent factors The implementation of certain measures driv ing style and regular maintenance can influ ence fuel consumption and environmental im pact REMOVE UNNECESSARY CARGO Additional weight increases fuel consumption REMOVE ATTACHED PARTS FOLLOWING USE Remove roof or rear luggage racks which are no longer required following use Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero dynamics and increase the fuel consumption SAVING FUEL DRIVING TIPS CLOSE THE WINDOWS AND GLASS SUNROOF Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased air resistance and raises fuel consumption TIRES General information Tires can affect fuel consumption in various ways e g tire size may influence fuel con sumption Check the tire inflation pressure regularly Check and if needed correct the tire inflation pressure at least twice a month and before starting on a long trip Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and tire wear DRIVE AWAY WITHOUT DE LAY Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary Start driving right away but at moderate engine speeds This is the
34. and in flated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation SAFETY CONTROLS pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your 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 the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Un der inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s han dling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte nance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under in flation has not reached the level to trigger illu mination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system dete
35. back out CONNECTING ELECTRICAL DE VICES Hints Do not connect charging devices to the 12 volt socket in the vehicle Do not connect battery chargers to the factory installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as this may damage the vehicle battery due to an in creased power consumption lt Replace the cover after use Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after use otherwise objects may get into the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit lt Keep the airbag unfolding area clear Make sure that the devices and cable are located outside of the airbag s unfolding area otherwise its unfolding can be hampered or objects can be hurled through the interior when the airbag unfolds Sockets Sockets can be used for the running electrical devices with the engine running or with the ig 143 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS nition switched on The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors Remove the cover or cigarette lighter In the cargo area The socket is located on the right side in the cargo area USB INTERFACE The concept Connection for USB devices with music files and for importing data such as for Personal Profile settings Hints Observe the following when connecting gt Do not use force when plugging the con nector into the USB interface 14
36. between the last dis played function and the Owner s Manual re peat steps 4 amp 5 Opens a new display every time Programmable memory buttons General information The Owner s Manual can be stored on the pro grammable memory buttons and called up di rectly Storing 1 Select Owner s Manual via the onboard monitor 2 iG Press and hold the desired button until a signal sounds Executing Press button sem The Owner s Manual is displayed im mediately 31 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 HANDLE ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS OPENING AND CLOSING OPENING AND CLOSING VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP Overview TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 Unlocking Locking Unlock the tailgate A WU N REMOTE CONTROL KEY Panic mode General information The vehicle is supplied with two remote con trols with integrated key Integrated key
37. consumption Selector lever position D remains engaged An indicator provides information about the distance traveled in Coasting mode In addition context sensitive instructions are displayed to assist with an optimized fuel con sumption driving style The achieved extended range is displayed in the instrument cluster At a glance The system includes the following MINIMAL functions and displays gt GREEN bonus range refer to page 164 gt GREEN tips driving instruction refer to page 164 gt GREEN climate control refer to page 163 gt MINIMALISM analyzer refer to page 166 Coasting driving condition refer to page 165 Activating GREEN mode Turn Driving Dynamics Control to the right until GREEN mode is displayed in the instrument clus ter Configuring GREEN mode Via the Driving Dynamics Control 1 Activating GREEN mode 2 Configure GREEN 3 Configure the program Via onboard monitor 1 amp Settings SAVING FUEL DRIVING TIPS 2 GREEN Mode Or 1 4 Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Configure GREEN Configure the program GREEN tip gt Tip at Set the GREEN mode speed at which a GREEN mode tip is to be displayed gt GREEN speed warning Displays a reminder when the set GREEN mode speed is exceeded Coasting Fuel efficiency can be optimized by disengag ing the engine and Coasting refer to page 165 with the engine idling This function is only availabl
38. correc tion of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change Status display The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can be displayed on the Control Display e g whether or not the FTM is active On the Control Display 1 4 Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 1 Flat Tire Monitor FTM The status is displayed Initialization When initializing the once set inflation tire pres sures serve as reference values in order to de tect a flat tire Initialization is started by con firming the inflation pressures Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains On the Control Display 1 e Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 102 3 4 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 be interrupted at any time The initialization automatically continues when driving resumes Indication of a flat tire There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure The yellow warning lamp lights up A Check Control message is displayed 1 Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Check whether the vehicle is fitted with regular tires or run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 182 are la beled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the tire s sid
39. fastest way for the cold engine to reach its operating temperature LOOK WELL AHEAD WHEN DRIVING Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking 161 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING TIPS SAVING FUEL By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi cle driving ahead of you Driving smoothly and proactively reduces fuel consumption AVOID HIGH ENGINE SPEEDS As a rule driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel consumption and reduces wear Use 1st gear to get the vehicle moving Starting with the 2nd gear accelerate rapidly When ac celerating shift up before reaching high engine speeds When you reach the desired speed shift into the highest applicable gear and drive with the engine speed as low as possible and at a con stant speed The gear shift indicator refer to page 79 of your vehicle indicates the most fuel efficient gear USE COASTING CONDITIONS When approaching a red light take your foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a halt For going downhill take your foot off the accel erator and let the vehicle roll The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE DURING LONGER STOPS Switch off the engine during longer stops e g at traffic lights railroad crossings or in traffic congestion Auto Start Stop function The Auto Start Stop function of your vehicle au tomatically switches off the engine during a stop 162
40. for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE TECHNICAL DATA CAPACITIES MINI Fuel tank approx Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works US gal liters 11 6 44 224 a Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 APPENDIX Any updates to the Owner s Handbook for Ve hicle are listed here Additional information on the description of the Head up Display in the Displays chapter for John Cooper Works models John Cooper Works Sport displays in the Head up Display General information The sport displays in the Head up Display assist with a sporty driving style Switching on 1 amp Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Displayed information 4 Sport displays With navigation system if the sport displays are switched on no navigation content will be dis played on the Head up Display Display 4 an N A 1 Speed 2 Shift point indicator 3 Gear display APPENDIX REFERENCE 4 Current engine speed 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 vehicle acceleration is achieved Functional requirements gt Steptronic transmission Manual mode M S and if necessary the Dy namic Traction Control DTC are activated gt Press the gas pedal all the way down Switching on Shift point indicators are displayed in the Head up if t
41. garage door drives or lighting systems The Universal Integrated Remote Con trol replaces up to 3 different hand held trans mitters To operate the remote control the but tons on the interior rearview mirror must be programmed with the desired functions The hand held transmitter for the particular system is required in order to program the remote con trol During programming During programming 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 risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter Before selling the vehicle delete the stored functions for the sake of security CONTROLS Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag ing or in the instructions of the system to be controlled the system is generally compatible with the Universal Integrated Re mote Control If you have any questions please contact gt Your service center gt www homelink com on the Internet HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation At a glance LED 2 Programmable keys W Hand held transmitters of the system Programming General information 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Initial setup Press and hold the left and right button on the interior rearview mirror simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds
42. gt Speed Adjusting the info display You can select what information from the com puter is to be displayed on the info display of the instrument cluster On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 Select the desired displays Information in detail Range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel It is calculated based on your driving style over the last 20 miles 30 km GREEN info Description of GREEN info refer to page 164 Average fuel consumption This is calculated for the period while the en gine is running The average fuel consumption is calculated for the distance traveled since the last reset by the on board comupter Average speed Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the engine manually stopped are not included in the calculation of the average speed Resetting average values Press and hold the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever Engine temperature display Displays the current engine temperature based on a combination of coolant and motor oil tem perature As soon as the optimum operating 82 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 Control message is dis played Check the coolant level refer to page 193 Distance to destination The distance remaining to the destination is displayed if a destination
43. headlight flasher is switched on Setting the duration 1 amp 3 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Pathway lighting 4 Set length of time Settings are stored for the profile currently in use LIGHTS CONTROLS AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT CONTROL Position of switch 2 the low beams are acti vated 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 lights to be switched on The low beams always stay on when the fog lights are activated Personal responsibility The automatic headlight control cannot serve as a Substitute for your personal judg ment in determining when to turn the lights on in response to ambient lighting conditions E g the sensors are unable to detect fog or hazy weather To avoid safety risks under these conditions you should always switch on the lights manually lt DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS With the ignition switched on the daytime run ning lights light up in position 0 DQ or 2 After the ignition is switched off the park ing lights light up in position PQ Activating deactivating In some countries daytime running lights are mandatory so it may not be possible to deacti vate the daytime running lights On the Control Display 1 4 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Daytime running lamps Settings are stored for the remote control cur re
44. hook the turn signal housing to the bottom then at the top press it into the latch CHANGING WHEELS Hints When using run flat tires or tire sealants a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire Which is why no spare tire is available The tools for changing wheels are available as accessories from your service center Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REPLACING COMPONENTS Jacking points for the vehicle jack t The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo cated at the positions shown t Emergency wheel Safety measures in case of a breakdown or a wheel change gt Park the vehicle as far away as possible from passing traffic and on solid ground Switch on the hazard warning system gt Set the parking brake and engage first gear or selector lever position P gt Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle and ensure that they remain out side the immediate area in a safe place such as behind a guardrail gt If necessary set up a warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp at an appro priate distance Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations gt Perform wheel change only on a flat solid and slip resistant surface On soft or slip pery ground e g snow ice tiles etc the vehicle or vehicle jack can slip away to the side gt Do not place wood blocks or similar items under the vehicle jack o
45. if the windshield is dry as this may damage the wiper blades or cause them to become worn more quickly Do not activate wipers with wipers folded away Do not switch on the wipers if they are folded away otherwise the hood or the wipers may be damaged lt 65 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DRIVING Interval mode or rain sensor 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 the rainfall The sensor is located on the wind shield directly behind the interior rearview mir ror Push wiper lever up The lever automatically returns to its initial po sition when released gt Normal wiper speed push up once The wipers switch to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary gt Fast wiper speed press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point Wipers change to normal speed when vehi cle comes to standstill Press button on the wiper lever The LED in the wiper lever lights up and wiping starts When wipers are frozen to windshield wiper operation is deactivated Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash otherwise un intentional wiping can cause damages lt Push wiper lever down The lever automatically returns to its initial po sition wh
46. 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 edge of the road as well as variable over head sign posts Traffic signs with extra symbols for wet road conditions etc are also detected and compared with the vehicle s onboard data such as for the rain sensor and will be dis played depending on the situation With the navigation system the system takes into account the information stored in the navi gation data and also displays speed limits present on routes without signs Without a navigation system the system is sub ject to limitations imposed by technology Speed limits with extra text characters are al ways displayed Hints Speed limits when towing a trailer are not shown Personal judgment The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation 79 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS The system assists the driver and does not re place the human eye At a glance Camera The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear Switching on off 1 amp Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 Speed limit information If speed limit detection is switched on it can be displayed on the info display in the
47. in the reverse order Check the battery and recharge if needed TOW STARTING AND TOWING Note Tow starting and towing For towing the vehicle turn switch off the Intelligent Safety systems otherwise malfunc tions of the individual braking systems might lead to accidents lt Switching off Intelligent Safety systems refer to page 103 Steptronic transmission transporting your vehicle Note Your vehicle must not be towed if the front wheels are touching the ground Therefore contact a service center in the event of a break down Tow the vehicle only with the front axle raised Have the vehicle towed only with the front axle raised or transported on a loading platform otherwise damage may occur MOBILITY Tow truck 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 damage may result lt Use tow fitting located in the front only for po sitioning the vehicle Manual transmission Observe before towing your vehicle Gearshift lever in neutral position Towing When the parking brake is blocked The parking brake cannot be released manually Do not tow the vehicle with the parking brake blocked or the vehicle can be damaged Contact your service center Follow the towing instructions Follow all towing instructions otherwise vehicle damag
48. is dis charged Replace the battery refer to page 34 gt Interference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmit power gt Shielding of the remote control due to metal objects 42 OPENING AND CLOSING gt Interference of the radio connection from mobile phones or other electronic devices in direct proximity Do not transport the remote control together with metal objects or electronic devices In the case of a malfunction unlock and lock the vehicle using the buttons of the remote control or using the integrated key refer to page 39 ADJUSTING Unlocking The settings are saved in the active profile Per sonal Profile refer to page 35 Doors 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 amp Select the symbol 4 Select the desired function gt Driver s door only Only the driver s door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked Pressing again un locks the entire vehicle gt All doors The entire vehicle is unlocked gt On 3 door models Comfort access The entire vehicle is unlocked If the remote control button is pressed twice directly consecutively the win dow is lowered more when the door is opened next Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 OPENING AND CLOSING Tailgate Depending on optional features and country version this setting is not offered in some cases Settings Doors key Select the symbol
49. is entered in the navi gation system before the trip is started The distance to the destination is adopted au tomatically Time of arrival The estimated time of arrival is displayed if a destination is entered in the navigation system before the trip is started The time must be correctly set Speed limit detection Description of the speed limit detection refer to page 79 function Trip computer The vehicle features two types of board com puters gt Onboard info the values can be reset as often as necessary gt Trip computer the values provide an overview of the current trip Resetting the trip computer On the Control Display 1 Vehicle info Trip computer Reset all values are reset Automatically reset all values are reset approx 4 hours after the vehicle came to a standstill Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Display on the Control Display Display the computer or trip computer on the Control Display On the Control Display 1 amp Vehicle info 2 Onboard info or Trip computer Resetting the fuel consumption and speed On the Control Display 1 amp Vehicle info 2 Onboard info 3 Consumpt or Speed 4 Yes DRIVING EXCITEMENT The concept On the Control Display sport instruments can be displayed and the vehicle condition can be checked before the use of the SPORT program Sport instruments On the Control Disp
50. it backward from the and right arrow You ve reached the maximum supports cargo height The cargo floor panel can be removed from the trunk above the tail lamps Upper position Lower position i p gt With the backrests folded down a long flat loading surface is produced gt Larger objects can be transported gt On 3 door models gt Space for smaller objects remains between Maximum load in this position the fixed and variable trunk floor 330 Ibs 150 kg 150 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 STORAGE COMPARTMENTS CONTROLS gt On 5 door models Maximum load in this position 441 bs 200 kg gt Space for objects remains between the fixed and variable trunk floor 151 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVE ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING TIPS THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN DRIVING THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and sys tems The respectively applicable country provi sions must be o
51. menu items and enter the settings 1 Turn 2 Press 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE 2 Press 3 Move in two directions Press button Function MENU Open the main menu Audio Open audio menu last listened to switch between audio menus TEL Opens the phone menu BACK Open previous panel OPTION Opens the Options menu OPERATING CONCEPT Opening the main menu oo Press button 20 ONBOARD MONITOR The main menu is displayed All onboard monitor functions can be called up via the main menu Selecting menu items Highlighted menu items can be selected 1 Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted Control display Center Instrument Time Date Language Units Connections amp Tone Speed 2 Press the controller In the Owner s Manual menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks e g Settings Changing between panels After a menu item is selected e g Radio a new panel is displayed Panels can overlap gt Move the controller to the left Closes current display and shows previous display Reopens previous display by pressing BACK button In this case the current panel is not closed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 ONBOARD MONITOR gt Move the controller to the right Opens new display on top of previous screen Ee Center Instrument W Cente
52. no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS Clean the camera lens refer to page 217 Switching on off Switching on automatically With the engine running engage lever in posi tion P R Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded Switch the system back on if needed Switching on off manually Press button PY gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes out The PDC is shown on the Control Display The rearview camera image is displayed when the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the button Switching the view via the onboard monitor With PDC activated R Rear view camera The rearview camera image is displayed Display on the Control Display Functional requirement gt The rearview camera is switched on gt The tailgate is fully closed Activating the assistance functions More than one assistance function can be ac tive at the same time gt Parking aid lines 7 Parking aid lines 126 DRIVING COMFORT Lanes and turning radius are indicated gt Obstacle marking Pa Obstacle marking Spatially shaped markings are displayed Pathway lines gt Can be faded into image of the rearview camera gt Help you to estimate the space required when parking and maneuvering on level roads gt Depend on the current steering angle and are continuously adjusted to the steering wheel movem
53. of that section should be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof The manufacturer of your vehicle strongly suggests that you use wheels and tires that have been recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for your vehicle type other wise for example despite having the same official size ratings variations can lead to body contact and with it the risk of severe accidents The manufacturer of your vehicle does not evaluate non recommended wheels and ti res to determine if they are suitable for use on your vehicle At page 186 under the heading Snow Chains the paragraph beginning Only certain fine link snow chains should be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof Only certain types of fine link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of your vehicle and are determined by the ma nufacturer of your vehicle to be road safe and are recommended by the manufacturer of your vehicle Information about recommended snow chains is available from a service center 13 14 15 16 At page 188 under the heading Hood the sentence beginning If you are unfamiliar should be disregarded At page 192 under the heading Engine oil change the text should be disregarded and in lieu thereof should be read as follows MINI recommends that you have the oil changed at your MINI dealer s service center or at another service center t
54. passenger seat Before transporting a child on the front passen ger seat refer to the safety notes and instruc tions for children on the front passenger seat see Children lt Malfunction of the automatic deactivation system When transporting older children and adults the front seat passenger airbags may be deac tivated in certain sitting positions In this case the indicator lamp for the front seat passenger airbags lights up In this case change the sitting position so that the front seat passenger 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 SAFETY CONTROLS gt Do not attach covers cushions ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat un less they are specifically recommended by your vehicle s manufacturer gt Do not place any electronic devices on the passenger seat if a child restraint system is to be installed on it gt Do not place objects under the seat that could press against the seat from below gt No moisture in or on the seat Indicator lamp for the front seat passenger airbags The indicator lamp for the front seat passenger airbags indicates the operating state of the front seat passenger airbags The lamp indicates whether the airbags are ei ther activated or deactivated gt The indicator lamp lights up when a chil
55. properly otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in an accident 51 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS ADJUSTING Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level Distance Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head If necessary adjust the distance by adjusting the tilt of the backrest Adjusting the height C_ ae gt To raise pull gt To lower press button arrow 1 and push headrest down Removing Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question a 1 Pull head restraint up as far as possible 2 Press button arrow 1 and pull the head re straint out completely To remove the headrest fold the backrest rear ward if it is in the upright position Before transporting passengers Reinstall the head 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 head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident Adjusting the head restraint Adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats properly otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in an accident Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center
56. reference to parts and accessories having been appro ved by MINI those references are intended to reflect that those parts and accessories 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 At page 7 under the warranty section s dis cussion of homologation where it states that you cannot lodge warranty claims for your vehicle there the text should read that you may not be able to lodge warranty claims for your vehicle there At page 7 in the Parts and Accessories section the sentence beginning For your own safety use should be disregarded and the following the text should be read in lieu thereof The manufacturer of your ve hicle recommends using genuine MINI parts and accessories In the fifth sentence of that paragraph the word cannot should read does not At page 51 in the Check and replace safety belts section the text beginning This should only be done by your service center should be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof MINI recommends having this work perfor med by a service center as it is important that this safety feature functions properly At page 155 under the heading Objects in the area around the pedals and at page 217 under the heading Carp
57. restraint system with the belt 3 Allow the strap to be pulled in and pull it tight against the child restraint system The safety belt is locked Unlocking the safety belt 1 Unbuckle the belt buckle 2 Remove the child restraint system 3 Allow the strap to be pulled in completely LATCH CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for Children Note Follow manufacturer s information for LATCH child restraint systems To mount and use the LATCH child restraint sys tems observe the operating and safety infor mation from the system manufacturer other wise the level of protection may be reduced lt Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors The lower anchors may be used to attach the CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child 57 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS and CRS weight of 65 Ib when the child is re strained by the internal harnesses Properly engage the lower LATCH an chors Make sure that the lower LATCH anchors have properly engaged and that the child restraint system is resting snugly against the backrest otherwise the degree of protection may be re duced lt Before mounting the LATCH child restraint sys tem pull the belt away from the child restraint system Position The corresponding symbol shows the mounts for the lower LATCH anchors Seats equipped with lower anchors are marked with a pair 2 of LATCH sym sox bols
58. speed Resume speed CONTROLS Press button Function Increasing maintaining or storing the speed Reducing maintaining or storing the speed Switching on Press button on the steering wheel The indicator lamp in the instrument A cluster lights up 3 The current speed is adopted as the de 55 sired speed and is displayed with the symbol in the instrument cluster Cruise control can be used Switch off Deactivated or interrupted system With deactivated or interrupted system use your brakes steering and moves as usual to avoid the chance of an accident lt Press button gt If active press twice gt If interrupted press once The displays go out The stored desired speed is deleted Interrupting When active press the button The system is automatically interrupted if gt The brakes are applied gt The clutch pedal is depressed for a few sec onds or released while a gear is not en gaged gt The gear engaged is too high for the cur rent speed 121 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS gt Selector lever position N is set gt DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated or DSC is deactivated gt DSC is actively controlling stability Maintaining storing and changing the speed Hints Adjusting the desired speed Modify desired speed to road conditions and be ready to brake at all times otherwise there is
59. speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h 54 Fold in the mirror in a car wash Before washing the car in an automatic car wash fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or with the button otherwise the mirrors could be damaged depending on the width of the vehicle lt Automatic heating Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated whenever the engine is running Automatic dimming feature Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim med Photocells are used to control the Interior rearview mirror refer to page 55 Interior rearview mirror manually dimmable Flip lever To reduce the blinding effect of the interior rear view mirror flip the lever forward Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 ADJUSTING CONTROLS Turn knob STEERING WHEEL Note Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving otherwise an unexpected movement could result in an accident lt Adjusting Turn the knob to reduce the blinding effect by the interior mirror Interior rearview mirror automatic dimming feature The concept Switch on the ignition Fold the lever down Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating posi tion Fold the lever back Switch off the ignition again if needed Photocells are used for control gt Inthe mirror glass gt On the back of the mirror Functional requirement For proper operation gt Keep
60. stepping on the brake All indicator lights in the instrument cluster go out To save battery power when the engine is off switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electronic systems power consumers Ignition automatically cuts off while the vehicle is stationary and the engine is stopped gt During locking also with the low beams ac tivated gt Shortly before the battery is discharged completely so that the engine can still be started This function is only available when the low beams are turned off gt When opening and closing the driver door if the driver s safety belt is unbuckled and the low beams are turned off gt While the driver s safety belt is unbuckled with driver s door open and low beams off gt The low beams switch to parking lights af ter approx 15 minutes of no use Radio ready state Activate radio ready state gt When the engine is running press the Start Stop button Some electronic systems power consumers re main ready for operation Radio ready state switches off automatically Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 gt After approx 8 minutes gt When the vehicle is locked using the central locking system gt Shortly before the battery is discharged completely so that the engine can still be started The radio ready state remains active if e g the ignition is automatically switched off for the fol lowing reasons gt Opening or clo
61. subsequent damage and related safety hazards Wheel and tire combination Information on the correct wheel tire combina tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be obtained from your service center Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the function of a variety of systems such as ABS or DSC To maintain good handling and vehicle re sponse use only tires with a single tread con figuration from a single manufacturer MOBILITY Following tire damage have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible Approved wheels and tires You should only use wheels and tires that have been approved by the vehicle manufac turer for your vehicle type otherwise e g de spite having the same official size ratings varia tions can lead to chassis contact and with it the risk of severe accidents The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot evalu ate non approved wheels and tires to deter mine if they are suited for use and therefore cannot guarantee the operating safety of the vehicle Recommended tire brands For each tire size the manufacturer of your ve hicle recommends certain tire brands These can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall With proper use these tires meet the highest standards for safety and handling New tires Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur ing circumstances when tires are brand new they achieve their full traction potential af
62. such as airbag deployment or engag ing the stability control system gt Ambient conditions such as temperature This data is purely technical in nature and is used to detect and correct faults and to opti mize vehicle functions Motion profiles over routes traveled cannot be created from this data When service offerings are used e g re pair services service processes warranty claims quality assurance this technical infor mation can be read out from the event and fault memories by the service personnel in cluding the manufacturer using special diag nostic tools You can obtain further information there if you need it After an error is corrected the information in the fault memory is deleted or overwritten on a continuous basis With the vehicle in use there are situations where you can associate these technical data with individuals if combined with other infor mation e g an accident report damage to the vehicle eye witness accounts possibly with the assistance of an expert Additional functions that are contractually agreed with the customer such as vehicle emergency locating you can transmit certain vehicle data from the vehicle EVENT DATA RECORDER EDR This vehicle is equipped with an event data re corder EDR The main purpose of an EDR 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 stand
63. the air pressure in all four tires The tire pressure gauge of the Mobility Sys tem refer to page 183 can be used for this purpose If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been initialized In this case initialize the system If an identification is not possible please contact the service center 2 Fix the flat tire using the Mobility System refer to page 183 Use of tire sealant e g the Mobility System may damage the TPM wheel electronics In this case have the electronics checked at the next opportunity and have them replaced if needed Run flat tires Maximum speed You may continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h Continued driving with a flat tire If continuing to drive with a damaged tire 1 Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h Check the air pressure in all four tires at the next opportunity If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is shown to be correct it is possible that the Tire Pressure Monitor did not perform a re set Then perform the reset Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire 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 driving range of approx 50 miles 80 km 100 A
64. the installation of a back facing child restraint system in the rear move the front passenger s seat as far up as possible before folding down the backrest On the front passenger seat Deactivating airbags After installing a child restraint system in the front passenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated Deactivate the front seat passenger airbags au tomatically refer to page 97 Deactivating the front seat passenger air bags If a child restraint system is used in the front passenger seat deactivate the front seat pas senger airbags otherwise there is an increased risk of injury to the child when the airbags are activated even with a child restraint system Seat position and height Before installing a child restraint system move the front passenger seat as far back as possible and adjust its height to the highest and thus best possible position for the belt and to offer optimal protection 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 CONTROLS move the passenger seat carefully forward until the best possible belt guide position is reached Child seat security The rear safety belts and the front passenger safety belt can be permanently locked to fasten child restraint systems Locking the safety belt 1 Pull out the strap completely 2 Secure the child
65. the low beams are on the lights are au tomatically brightened or dimmed The system responds to light from oncoming traffic and traffic driving ahead of you and to adequate illumination e g in towns and cities The blue indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster lights up when the system switches on the high beams Switching the high beams on and off manually gt High beams on arrow 1 gt High beams off headlight flasher arrow 2 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 The High beam Assistant can be switched off when manually adjusting the light To reacti vate the High beam Assistant press the button on the turn signal lever System limits The system is not fully functional in situations such as the following and driver intervention may be necessary gt In very unfavorable weather conditions such as fog or heavy precipitation gt When detecting poorly lit road users such as pedestrians cyclists horseback riders and wagons when driving close to train or ship traffic and at animal crossings gt In tight curves on hilltops or in depressions in cross traffic or half obscured oncoming traffic on freeways gt In poorly lit towns and cities and in the presence of highly reflective signs At low speeds When the windshield behind the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc FOG LIGHTS Front fog lights The low beams must be switch
66. the photocells clean gt Do not cover the area between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield 55 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 THE RIGHT PLACE FOR CHILDREN Note Children in the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle otherwise they could endanger them selves and other persons e g by opening the doors lt Children should always be in the rear Accident research shows that the safest place for children is in the back seat Transporting children in the rear Only transport children younger than 13 years of age or shorter than 5 ft 150 cm in the rear in child restraint systems provided in accordance with the age weight and size of the child otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in an accident Children 13 years of age or older must wear a safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint system can no longer be used due to their age w
67. the risk of an accident Maintaining storing the speed Eag Press button Or or button press while the system is in terrupted When the system is switched on the current speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed This is displayed in the instrument cluster When cruise control is maintained or stored DSC Dynamic Stability Control will be turned on if needed Changing the speed or button press repeatedly until the de sired speed is set If active the displayed speed is stored and the vehicle reaches the stored speed when the road is clear gt or button each time it is pressed to the point of resistance the desired speed increases or decreases by approx 1 mph 1 km h gt or button each time it is pressed past the point of resistance the desired speed increases or decreases by a maxi mum of 5 mph 10 km h 122 DRIVING COMFORT The maximum speed that can be set de pends on the vehicle gt or button pressing it to the resist ance point and holding it there accelerates or decelerates the vehicle without requiring pressure on the accelerator pedal After the button is released the vehicle maintains its final speed Pressing the switch beyond the resistance point causes the vehicle to accel erate more rapidly Resuming the desired speed RES Press button The stored speed is reached and maintained Displays in the instrument cluster Indicator
68. the situation An appropriate driving style is always the responsibility of the driver The laws of physics cannot be repealed not even with DSC Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin by driving in a risky manner lt Indicator warning lights 5 The indicator lamp flashes DSC controls A the drive and braking forces The indicator lamp lights up DSC has failed Deactivating DSC DSC OFF When DSC is deactivated driving stability is re duced during acceleration and when driving in curves To increase vehicle stability activate DSC again as soon as possible Deactivating DSC S J Press and hold this button but not lon lt ger than approx 10 seconds until the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the in strument cluster and displays DSC OFF Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS The DSC system is switched off Activating DSC ore Press button DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out Indicator warning lights When DSC is deactivated DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster amp The indicator lamp lights up DSC is de s activated Automatic activation When DSC is deactivated automatic activation occurs in the following situations gt The vehicle has a flat tire gt When activating cruise control in TRACTION or DSC OFF mode DTC DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL The concept The DTC system is a version of the
69. the vehicle against rolling away by set ting the parking brake Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehi cle and ensure that they remain outside the im mediate area in a safe place such as behind a guardrail If necessary set up a warning triangle at an ap propriate distance Comply with all safety guidelines and regula tions lt MOBILITY SYSTEM The concept With the Mobility System minor tire damage can be sealed quickly to enable continued travel To accomplish this sealant is pumped into the tires which seals the damage from the inside The compressor can be used to check the tire inflation pressure Hints gt Follow the instructions on using the Mobi lity System found on the compressor and sealant container gt Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec tive if the tire puncture measures approx 1 8 in 4 mm or more gt Contact the nearest service center if the tire cannot be made drivable MOBILITY gt If possible do not remove foreign bodies that have penetrated the tire gt Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant container and apply it to the steering wheel gt The use of a sealant can damage the TPM wheel electronics In this case have the electronics checked at the next opportunity and have them replaced if needed Enclosed areas Do not let the engine run in enclosed areas since breathing in exhaust fumes may lead to loss of consciousness and death The exha
70. until it audibly latches may result Installation 2 Attach the left and right retaining straps at the tailgate Folding down rear seat backrest The rear seat backrests can be folded down from the front or from the trunk Before the backrest is folded down hook the corresponding safety belt into the safety belt on the side Enlarging the trunk General information The trunk can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrest The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts at a ratio of 60 to 40 The backrest of the left seat is connected to the backrest center sec tion Hints Danger of jamming Before folding down the rear seat back rests ensure that the area of movement ofthe Pull the release upward and fold the backrest backrests is clear Ensure that no one is located toward the front in or reaches into the area of movement of the rear seat backrests Otherwise injury or dam age may result Folding back the backrest Ensure that the lock is securely engaged Ensuring the stability of the child seat y enga3 When you fold back the backrest make sure that it locks in place When this happens the red warning field on the seat disappears Otherwise transported cargo could shoot into the car s interior during braking or evasive ma neuvers and endanger occupants lt When installing child restraint systems make sure that the child seat is securely fas tened to the backrest of the seat Angle and h
71. until the next or previous page is displayed Page by page without link access Scroll through the pages directly while skipping the links Highlight the symbol once Now simply press the controller to browse from page to page Scroll back Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 INTEGRATED OWNER S MANUAL IN THE VEHICLE Scroll forward Context help Owner s Manual to the temporarily selected function You may open the relevant information di rectly Opening via the onboard monitor To move directly from the application on the Control Display to the options menu RERAN 1 Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual Opening when a Check Control message is displayed Directly from the Check Control message on the Control Display Display Owner s Manual Changing between a function and the Owner s Manual To switch from a function e g radio to the Owner s Manual on the Control Display and to alternate between the two displays 1 B Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed Display Owner s Manual Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 g Press button again to return to last displayed function Era 5 ocx Press button to return to the page of the Owner s Manual displayed last AT A GLANCE To alternate permanently
72. when the message on the Control Display disappears If the message continues to be displayed re peat the calibration If the message does not disappear after a re peat calibration have the system checked as soon as possible Unobstructed area of movement Ensure that the area of movement of the seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury or damage to objects lt 98 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR TPM The concept The system monitors tire inflation pressure in the four mounted tires The system warns you if there is a significant loss of pressure in one or more tires For this purpose sensors in the tire valves measure the tire inflation pressure Hints Tire damage due to external factors Sudden tire damage caused by external circumstances cannot be recognized in ad vance With use of the system observe further infor mation found under Tire inflation pressure re fer to page 174 Functional requirements The system must have been reset with the cor rect tire inflation pressure otherwise reliable signaling of tire pressure loss is not assured Reset the system after each adjustment of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change Always use wheels with TPM electronics to en sure that the system will operate properly Status display The current status of the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM can be displayed on the Control Display e g whether or not the TPM is active On the Con
73. 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Carpets and floor mats No objects in the area around the pedals Keep floor mats carpets and any other objects out of the pedal area otherwise the function of the pedals could be impeded while driving and create the risk of an accident Do not place additional floor mats over existing mats or other objects Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be properly attached to floor Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened again after they were removed for cleaning e g lt Floor mats can be removed from the car s inte rior for cleaning If the floor carpets are very dirty clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner To prevent matting of the carpet rub back and forth in the direction of travel 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 use any chemical or household cleaning agents otherwise surfaces can be af fected Keeping out moisture Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit otherwise electrical components can be damaged Avoid pressure Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do not use abrasive materials otherwise damage can result lt Clean with a clean antistatic microfiber cloth CARE MOBILITY For stubborn soiling on the projection lens o
74. 168 II 15 ADDENDUM check control messages of these comfort functions are no longer displayed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTENTS The fastest way to find information on a partic ular topic or item is by using the index refer to page 230 6 Notes AT A GLANCE 14 Cockpit 18 Onboard monitor 27 Voice activation system 30 Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle CONTROLS 34 Opening and closing 48 Adjusting 56 Transporting children safely 60 Driving 72 Displays 90 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 when driving 157 Loading 161 Saving fuel MOBILITY 170 172 174 188 190 193 195 197 209 214 Refueling Fuel Wheels and tires Engine compartment Engine oil Coolant Maintenance Replacing components Breakdown assistance Care REFERENCE 220 Technical data 225 Appendix 230 Everything from A to Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 NOTES NOTES USING THIS OWNER S MANUAL The fastest way to find information on a partic ular topic is by using the index An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter Updates made after the editorial deadline Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in the appendix of the printe
75. 2 Remove left or right cover Side tail lights Rear fog lights License plate lamp Third brake lamp h WN 3 Through the opening loosen the plug con nector arrow 2 on the bulb holder Press the latches together arrows 1 and remove the bulb holder 1 Brake lights tail lights 2 Turn signal 3 Reversing lights 4 Remove the bulb holder from the opening 5 Press the defective bulb gently into the socket turn counterclockwise and remove gt Arrow 1 brake lights tail lights gt Arrow 2 turn signal 1 Tail lights 2 Turn signal 202 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REPLACING COMPONENTS MOBILITY gt Arrow 3 reversing light The wire is long enough to guide the socket down and through between any heat shield that may be installed and the bumper 6 Proceed in the reverse order to insert the new bulb and attach the bulb holder Make sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas 4 Replace defective bulb teners 5 To install the new bulb proceed in reverse order of removal Follow the general instructions on lights and Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs refer to page bulbs refer to page The lights feature LED technology Contact your Bulbs W16W service center in the event of a malfunction Left rear fog lamp On vehicles with heat shield Follow the general instructions on lights and Loosen 3 screws arrow bulbs refer to page Bulbs W16
76. 21 Cruise control active 115 Cruising range 78 Cupholder 148 Current fuel consumption 78 D Damage tires 180 Damping control dy namic 112 Data technical 220 Date 77 Daytime running lights 91 Defrosting refer to defrosting the windows 133 Defrosting refer to Windows defrosting 137 Defrosting the windows 133 Dehumidifying air 133 136 Deleting personal data 25 Deletion of personal data 25 Destination distance 82 Digital clock 77 Digital compass 141 Dimensions 220 231 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE Dimmable exterior mirrors 54 Dimmable interior rearview mirror 55 Direction indicator refer to Turn signals 65 Display electronic instrument cluster 73 Display engine tempera ture 82 Display lighting refer to In strument lighting 93 Displays 72 Displays cleaning 217 Disposal coolant 194 Disposal vehicle battery 208 Distance control refer to PDC 123 Distance to destination 82 Divided screen view split screen 24 Door lock refer to Remote control 34 Drive mode GREEN mode 162 Drive off assistant 114 Drive off assistant refer to DSC 111 Driving Dynamics Control 113 Driving Excitement SPORT 83 Driving instruction GREEN mode 164 Driving instructions break in 154 Driving mode 113 Driving notes general 154 Driving stability control sys tems 111 Driving style analysis 166 Driving tips 154 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 111
77. 4 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT gt Do not connect devices such as fans or lights to the USB interface gt Do not connect any USB hard drives or USB hubs gt Donotuse the USB interface for recharging external devices At a glance The USB interface is located in the front of the center console CARGO AREA Cargo cover When the tailgate is opened the cargo cover is raised Do not deposit heavy objects Do not deposit heavy or hard objects on the cargo cover Otherwise they may pose a risk to occupants such as during braking and evasive maneuvers lt For storing bulky objects the cargo cover can be removed 1 Detach the left and right retaining straps at the tailgate Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CONTROLS 2 Pull the cargo cover out of the brackets on Stability of the child seat can be affected and the left and right there is an increased risk of injury because of unexpected movement of the seat backrest Using the middle safety belt If the middle safety belt in the rear is used the larger side of the backrest must be locked Otherwise the safety belt will not have a restraining effect lt Push the headrests down before the backrests are folded down Before folding down the rear seat backrests make sure that the corresponding headrest is 1 Slide the cover forward horizontally into the pushed all the way down otherwise damage two side brackets
78. 47 GREEN mode 162 EVERYTHING FROM ATO Z GREEN mode bonus range 164 GREEN mode driving style analysis 166 GREEN mode indicator 162 GREEN program driving dy namics 113 GREEN tip 164 Gross vehicle weight ap proved 221 Ground clearance 156 H Halogen headlights 199 Handbrake refer to parking brake 64 Hand held transmitter alter nating code 140 Hazard warning flashers 209 Head airbags 95 Headlight control auto matic 91 Headlight courtesy 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 87 Heavy cargo stowing 158 High beam Assistant 92 High beams 65 High beams low beams refer to High beam Assistant 92 Hills 156 Hill start assistant refer to Drive off assistant 114 Hints 6 Holder for beverages 148 Homepage 6 Hood 188 REFERENCE Horn 14 Hot exhaust system 155 HUD Head up Display 86 Hydroplaning 155 Ice warning see External tem perature warning 77 Icy roads see External tem perature warning 77 Identification marks tires 178 Identification number see ve hicle identification number 9 Ignition key refer to Remote control 34 Ignition off 60 Ignition on 60 Illuminated ring central in strument cluster 85 Indication of a flat tire 99 102 Indicator lamp see Check Control 73 Individual air distrib
79. 9 Check Control 73 Checking the oil level elec tronically 190 EVERYTHING FROM ATO Z Children seating position 56 Children transporting safely 56 Child restraint fixing sys tem 56 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 57 Child restraint fixing systems mounting 56 Child safety locks 59 Child seat mounting 56 Child seats 56 Chrome parts care 216 Chrono package cockpit 87 Cigarette lighter 143 Cleaning displays 217 Climate control 132 135 Clock 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 reel refer to Turn signals 65 Combination reel refer to Wiper system 65 Comfort Access 41 Compartments in the doors 148 Compass 141 Compressor 183 Computer refer to On board computer 81 Condensation on win dows 137 Condensation under the vehi cle 156 Condition Based Service CBS 195 REFERENCE Configuring driving pro gram 114 Confirmation signal 43 Control Display 18 Control Display settings 84 Controller 19 Control systems driving stabil ity 111 Convenient opening 38 Coolant 193 Cooling function 133 136 Cooling maximum 136 Cooling system 193 Cornering lamp 92 Corrosion on brake discs 156 Cosmetic mirror 143 Courtesy lamps during unlock ing 37 Courtesy lamps with the vehi cle locked 38 Cruise control 1
80. 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS Swerving vehicles D A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected until it is completely within the same lane as your vehicle Swerving vehicles If a vehicle driving ahead of you suddenly swerves into your lane the system may not be able to automatically restore the selected dis tance This also applies to major speed differ ences to vehicles driving ahead of you e g when rapidly approaching a truck When a ve hicle driving ahead of you is reliably detected the system requests that the driver intervene by braking and carrying out evasive maneu vers if needed You must react yourself other wise there is the risk of an accident W Cornering If the desired speed is too high for a curve the speed is reduced slightly although curves can not be anticipated in advance Therefore drive into a curve at an appropriate speed 120 DRIVING COMFORT In tight curves the system offers only restricted detection where a vehicle ahead of you might be detected late or not at all gt When you approach a curve the system may briefly report vehicles in the next lane due to the bend of the curve If the system decelerates you may compensate it by briefly accelerating After releasing the gas pedal the system is reac tivated and controls speed independently Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed if the sys tem fails or was automatically deactiva
81. AGE RACK General information Installation only possible with rear luggage rack preparation Rear racks are available as special accessories Note Follow the installation instructions of the rear luggage rack Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers Take corners gently LOADING DRIVING TIPS Securing COOPER COOPER D ONE ONE D COOPER S COOPER SD The anchorage points arrow 1 and the socket arrow 2 are located below the covers in the bumper Remove the covers before installing the rear luggage rack Power consumption Function of tail lights Before driving off check that the tail lights of the rear luggage rack are functioning properly otherwise there is a risk of endanger ing other traffic The rear luggage rack lights must not consume more than gt Turn signals 42 watts per side gt Rear lights 50 watts per side gt Brake lights 84 watts in total gt Rear fog lights 42 watts in total 159 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING TIPS LOADING gt Backup lamp 42 watts in total 160 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 SAVING FUEL VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions
82. Active Cruise Control Illuminated vehicle driving ahead de tected Flashing the conditions are not ade quate for operating the system The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal Yellow lights Anti lock Braking System ABS Avoid abrupt braking if possible Brak s ing force boost in some cases defective Stop carefully Take into account longer brake travel Have this checked by the ABS service center immediately DSC Dynamic Stability Control Flashing DSC controls the drive and oo braking forces The vehicle is stabilized Reduce speed and adapt driving profile to the driving circumstances Illuminated DSC failed Have the system checked by the service center For additional information refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC refer to page 111 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated amp Dynamic Stability Control DSC is oe switched off or Dynamic Traction Con trol DTC is switched on For additional information refer to Dynamic Stability Control refer to page 111 and Dy namic Traction Control refer to page 112 Flat Tire Monitor FTM The Flat Tire Monitor signals a loss of tire inflation pressure in a tire Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuve
83. Air flow air conditioner 133 Air flow automatic climate control 136 Air pressure tires 174 Air vents refer to Ventila tion 138 Alarm system 43 Alarm triggering 43 Alarm unintentional 44 All around the center con sole 16 All around the roofliner 17 All around the steering wheel 14 All season tires refer to Win ter tires 182 230 Alternating code hand held transmitter 140 Alternative oil types 192 Antifreeze washer fluid 67 Antilock Brake System ABS 111 Anti slip control refer to DSC 111 Approved axle load 221 Approved engine oils see Suitable engine oil types 192 Arrival time 82 Ash tray 143 Assistance when driving off 114 Assist system refer to Intelli gent Safety 103 AUTO intensity 156 Automatic car wash 214 Automatic climate con trol 135 Automatic Curb Monitor 54 Automatic deactivation front seat passenger airbags 97 Automatic headlight con trol 91 Automatic locking 43 Automatic recirculated air control 137 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 68 AUTO program automatic cli mate control 136 AUTO program intensity 136 Auto Start Stop function 62 Average fuel consumption 82 Average speed 82 Axle loads weights 221 B Backrest curvature refer to Lumbar support 49 Band aids refer to First aid kit 209 Bar for tow starting towing 212 Battery replacement vehicle battery 207 Battery vehicle 207 Belts safety belts 50 Beverage holder cu pholder 148 Bonus range G
84. BILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking The vehicle contains its steering power even during full brake applications thus increasing active safety ABS is operational every time you start the en gine BRAKE ASSISTANT When you apply the brakes rapidly this system automatically produces the greatest possible braking force boost It reduces the braking dis tance to a minimum during emergency stop This system utilizes all of the benefits provided by ABS Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the emergency 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 or nose diving Within the physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying brakes to the individual wheels Adjust your driving style to
85. Contents A Z OWNER S MANUAL MINI Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MINI Owner s Manual for Vehicle Thank you for choosing a MINI The more familiar you are with your vehicle the better control you will have on the road We therefore strongly suggest Read this Owner s Manual before starting off in your new MINI Also use the Integrated Owner s Manual in your vehicle It con tains important information 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 safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your MINI Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in the appendix of the printed Owner s Handbook for the Vehicle Get started now We wish you driving fun and inspiration with your MINI The MINI team of BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 2015 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English 11 15 03 15 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 ADDENDUM ADDENDUM TO OWNER S MANUAL We wanted to provide you with some updates and clarifications with respect to the printed MINI Owner s Manual
86. Detection range The detection potential of the camera is lim ited Thus a warning might not be issued or be is sued late E g the following situations may not be de tected gt Partially covered pedestrians gt Pedestrians that are not detected as such because of the viewing angle or contour Pedestrians outside of the detection range gt Pedestrians having a body size less than 32 in 80 cm Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional or may not be available in the following situations gt In heavy fog rain sprayed water or snow fall In tight curves gt Ifthe camera viewing field or the front windshield are dirty or covered 109 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS SAFETY gt Ifthe driving stability control systems are deactivated e g DSC OFF gt Upto 10 seconds after the start of the en gine via the Start Stop knob gt During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment gt If there is constant blinding effects because of oncoming light e g from the sun low in the sky gt When it is dark outside BRAKE FORCE DISPLAY The concept gt During normal brake application the brake lights light up gt During heavy brake application the flash ers light up in addition ny Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 11 15 DRIVING STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS CONTROLS DRIVING STA
87. ERAL DRIVING NOTES Closing the tailgate Drive with the tailgate closed Only drive with the tailgate closed other wise in the event of an accident or braking and evasive maneuvers passengers and other traf fic may be injured and the vehicle may be damaged In addition exhaust fumes may en ter the vehicle interior lt If driving with the tailgate open cannot be avoided Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN DRIVING gt Close all windows and the glass sunroof gt Greatly increase the air flow from the vents gt Drive moderately Hot exhaust system Hot exhaust system High temperatures are generated in the exhaust system Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them Make sure that flammable materials e g hay leaves grass etc do not come in contact with the hot exhaust system while driving while in idle posi tion mode or when parked Such contact could lead to a fire resulting in an increased risk of serious personal injury as well as property dam age Do not touch hot exhaust pipes otherwise there is a danger of getting burned lt Mobile communication devices in the vehicle Mobile communication devices in the ve hicle It is not recommended to use mobile phones such as mobile phones in the vehicle interior without a direct connection to an external aer ial Otherwise the vehicle s electronics and mo bile c
88. Engine oil level display messages Different messages appear on the display de pending on the engine oil level Pay attention to these messages If the engine oil level is too low within the next 125 miles 200 km add engine oil refer to page 191 Engine oil level too low Add engine oil immediately otherwise an insufficient amount of engine oil could result in engine damage lt Take care not to add too much engine oil Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Too much engine oil Have the vehicle checked immediately otherwise surplus engine oil can lead to engine damage lt Detailed measurement The concept In the detailed measurement the engine oil level is checked and displayed via a scale If the engine oil level reaches the minimum level or an overfilling is detected a check con trol message is displayed During the measurement the idle speed is in creased somewhat Requirements gt Vehicle is on level road gt Manual transmission shift lever in neutral position clutch and accelerator pedals not depressed gt Steptronic transmission selector lever in se lector lever position N or P and accelerator pedal not depressed gt Engine is running and is at operating tem perature Performing a detailed measurement On the Control Display 1 em Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 Se Measure engine oil level 4 Start measurement The engine oil level is checked an
89. IRES VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE Safety information The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres sure influence the following gt The service life of the tires gt Road safety gt Driving comfort Checking the tire inflation pressure Check the tire inflation pressure regularly Regularly check the tire inflation pressure and correct it as needed at least twice a month and before a long trip If you fail to observe this precaution you may be driving on tires with in correct tire pressures a condition that may not only compromise your vehicle s driving stabil ity but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident Tires have a natural consistent loss of tire infla tion pressure Tires heat up while driving and the tire inflation pressure increases along with the tire s temper ature The tire inflation pressure specifications 174 WHEELS AND TIRES relate to cold tires or tires with the ambient temperature Only check the tire inflation pressure when the tir
90. L Switching the system on off Switch off Turn wheel for air quantity to the left until the control switches off Switching on Set any air volume Microfilter In external and recirculated air mode the mi crofilter filters dust and pollen from the air This filter should be replaced during scheduled maintenance refer to page 195 of your vehi cle Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CLIMATE CONTROL AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL CONTROLS Temperature left Display Air flow AUTO intensity AUTO program Air distribution manual Display Temperature right Seat heating right O An Au BR WN Maximum cooling 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 mode otherwise the air quality in the interior continuously deteriorates and window condensation increases lt 10 Cooling function 11 Automatic recirculated air control recircu lated air mode 12 Rear window defroster 13 Windshield defroster 14 Defrosts windows and removes condensa tion 15 Seat heating left Climate control functions in detail Turn the ring to set the desired temperature The automatic climate control reaches this temperature as quickly as possible if needed 135 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS by increasing the c
91. LE The concept Depending on the usage the vehicle saves per sonal data such as stored radio stations These personal data can be permanently deleted via the onboard monitor General information Depending on the equipment package the fol lowing data can be deleted gt Personal Profile settings Stored radio stations Stored Favorites buttons Travel and computer information Music collection Navigation e g stored destinations Phone book Online data e g Favorites cookies VV VV VY VV OV Voice notes Login accounts Altogether the deletion of the data can take up to 30 minutes Functional requirement Data can only be deleted while stationary Deleting data Heed and follow the instructions on the Control Display Switch on the ignition 63 Settings Open Options ap a Delete all personal data AT A GLANCE 5 Continue 6 OK ENTERING LETTERS AND NUMBERS General information On the Control Display 1 Turn the controller select letters or num bers 2 Select additional letters or numbers if needed 3 OK confirm the entry Symbol Function Press the controller delete the letter or number lt Press the controller for an extended period delete all letters or numbers Switching between cases letters and numbers Depending on the menu you can switch be tween entering upper and lower case letters and numbers Symbol Function ABc Enter th
92. Measuring the total time gt Measuring and storing of up to nine lap times gt Displaying the time The red indicator light indicates that the stop watch is active 88 Overview buttons gt MODE button arrow 1 gt START STOP button arrow 2 gt RESET LAP buttons arrow 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 seconds are alternatively displayed If the stop watch is running the seconds are also shown using a seconds pointer in the scale of the display element Measuring the total time 1 Press button arrow 2 to start the stop watch 2 Press button arrow 2 again to stop the stop watch Lap times General information It is possible to measure and store up to nine lap times Older lap times are overwritten Measuring and storing a lap time 1 Press button arrow 2 to start the stop watch 2 Press button arrow 3 to measure and store a lap time The lap time is briefly shown in the display and via the seconds pointer of the stop Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DISPLAYS watch e g LAP 1 with the measured time The stop watch continues running in the background 3 If needed press button arrow 3 again to measure a further lap time Calling up lap times 1 Press button arrow 1 repeat
93. OMPARTMENTS IN THE DOORS Do not stow any breakable objects Do not store any breakable objects e g glass bottles in the compartments or there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an ac cident lt CENTER ARMREST The center armrest contains a storage compart ment 148 STORAGE COMPARTMENTS Opening Press button arrow 1 and open center arm rest upward arrow 2 Adjusting the height 7 a Press button arrow 1 and swing center arm rest upward or downward into the desired height arrow 2 CUPHOLDERS Hints Shatter proof containers and no hot drinks Use light and shatter proof containers and do not transport hot drinks Otherwise there is the increased danger of injury in an accident lt Unsuitable containers Do not forcefully push unsuitable contain ers into the cupholders This may result in dam age Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 STORAGE COMPARTMENTS Front In the center console Rear On 3 door models in front of the rear seats and in the and in the side armrests On 5 door models in front of the rear seats CLOTHES HOOKS Do not obstruct view When suspending clothing from the hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the driv er s view lt CONTROLS No heavy objects Do not hang heavy objects from the hooks otherwise they may present a danger to passengers during braking and evasive ma neuvers Th
94. REEN mode 164 Bottle holder refer to Cu pholder 148 Brake assistant 111 Brake discs break in 154 Brake pads break in 154 Braking hints 155 Breakdown assistance 209 Break in 154 Brightness of Control Dis play 85 Bug light 199 Bulb replacement 198 Bulb replacement front 199 Bulb replacement rear 201 Bulb replacement side 204 Bulbs and lights 198 Button RES 117 Button Start Stop 60 Bypassing refer to Jump starting 209 C California Proposition 65 Warning 8 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Camera based cruise control ACC 115 Camera lenses care 217 Camera rearview cam era 125 Can holder refer to Cu pholder 148 Car battery 207 Car care products 215 Care displays 217 Care vehicle 215 Cargo area 144 Cargo area adapting size 149 Cargo area enlarging 145 Cargo area lid 40 Cargo area storage compart ments 149 Cargo cover 144 Cargo securing 158 Cargo straps securing cargo 158 Car key refer to Remote con trol 34 Carpet care 217 Car wash 214 Catalytic converter refer to Hot exhaust system 155 CBS Condition Based Serv ice 195 Center armrest 148 Center console 16 Central instrument cluster LED ring 85 Central locking system 40 Central screen refer to Control Display 18 Changes technical refer to Safety 7 Changing parts 197 Changing wheels 204 Changing wheels tires 181 Chassis number see vehicle identification number
95. Select the desired function wy YS gt Tailgate Only the tailgate is unlocked gt Tailgate door s The tailgate and the doors are un locked Locking The settings are saved in the active profile Per sonal Profile refer to page 35 1 3 Settings Doors key Select desired setting gt Lock if no door is opened The vehicle locks automatically after a short period of time if no door is opened gt Lock after start driving The vehicle locks automatically after you drive off Confirmation signals from the vehicle 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Select desired setting gt Acoustic sig lock unlock Unlocking is signaled by one honk of the horn gt Flash when lock unlock Unlocking is signaled by two flashes locking by one CONTROLS ALARM SYSTEM The concept When the vehicle is locked the vehicle alarm system responds to gt Opening a door the hood or the tailgate gt Movements in the vehicle interior gt Changes in the vehicle tilt e g during at tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing the car gt Disconnected battery voltage The alarm system briefly signals tampering gt Acoustic alarm gt By switching on the hazard warning system gt By flashing the daytime running lights Arming and disarming the alarm system When you lock or unlock the vehicle either with the remote control or via the Comfort Ac cess the alarm system is armed or dis
96. Settings Speed Warning Pr i p Press the controller Setting your current speed as the limit On the Control Display Settings Speed Select current speed oS Press the controller The current vehicle speed is stored as the limit SETTINGS ON THE CONTROL DISPLAY Time Setting the time zone 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Time zone 4 Select the desired time zone The time zone is stored Setting the time 1 amp Settings 2 Time Date 3 Time 84 4 Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed Press the controller Turn the controller until the desired mi nutes are displayed 7 Press the controller The time is stored Setting the time format 1 amp Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The time format is stored Date Setting the date 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Date 4 Turn the controller until the desired day is displayed Press the controller 6 Make the necessary settings for the month and year The date is stored Setting the date format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The date format is stored Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Language Setting the language To set the language on the Control Display Settings Language Units Language oe YS Select the desired language Settings are store
97. TE CONTROL 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 mode otherwise the air quality in the interior continuously deteriorates and window condensation increases lt Climate control functions in detail Manual air distribution Turn the wheel to select the de sired program or the desired in termediate setting W Windows 4 Upper body region 4 Footwell i Windows upper body region and foot well gt gt gt gt Defrosts windows and removes condensation Direct the air distribution toward windows in crease the air flow and temperature and if needed use the cooling function Air flow manual Turn the ring to set the desired air volume The higher the rate the more ef fective the heating or cooling will be The air flow from the air conditioner may be re duced automatically to save battery power CONTROLS Temperature Turn the ring to set the desired temperature Cooling function The car s interior can only be cooled with the engine running Ne Press button The air will be cooled and dehumidi fied and depending on the temperature set ting warmed again Depending on the weather the windshield may fog up briefly when the engine is started The air conditioner produces condensation wa ter refer to page 156 that will e
98. The engine is switched off The radio ready state is switched on Shift into first gear or reverse Set the parking brake AUTO START STOP FUNCTION The concept The Auto Start Stop function helps save fuel The system switches off the engine during a stop e g in traffic congestion or at traffic lights The ignition remains switched on The engine starts again automatically for driving off Automatic operation After every start of the engine using the Start Stop button the Auto Start Stop function is in the last selected state refer to page 63 When 62 the Auto Start Stop function is active it is avail able when the vehicle is traveling faster than about 3 mph approx 5 km h Engine stop The engine is switched off automatically during a stop under the following conditions Manual transmission gt Neutral is engaged and the clutch pedal is not pressed gt The driver s safety belt is buckled or the driver s door is closed Steptronic transmission gt The selector lever is in selector lever posi tion D Brake pedal remains depressed while the vehicle is stopped The driver s safety belt is buckled or the driver s door is closed V V In order to be able to release the brake pedal engage lever in position P The engine remains off To continue driving depress the brake pedal When a gear is engaged the engine starts au tomatically The air flow from the air conditioner is reduced
99. These updates and clari fications will supersede the materials contained in that document As 29 k Where the terms service center the ser vice center your service center service specialist or service are used in the Ow ner s Manual we wanted to clarify that the terms refer to a MINI dealer s service center or another service center or repair shop that employs trained personnel that can perform maintenance and repair work on your ve hicle in accordance with MINI specifications Where the text of the Owner s Manual con tains an affirmative instruction to contact a service center or your service center we wanted to clarify that MINI recommends that if you are faced with one of the situa tions addressed by that text you contact or seek the assistance of a MINI dealer s service center or another service center or repair shop that employs trained personnel that can perform maintenance and repair work on your vehicle in accordance with MINI specifications While MINI at no cost to you will pay for re pairs required by the limited warranties pro vided with respect to your vehicle and for maintenance under the Maintenance Pro gram during the applicable warranty and maintenance coverage periods you are free to elect both during those periods and the reafter to have maintenance and repair work provided by other service centers or repair shops Where the Owner s Manual makes
100. 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 INTEGRATED OWNER S MANUAL IN THE VEHICLE The Integrated Owner s Manual can be dis played on the Control Display It specifically de scribes features and functions found in the ve hicle Components of the Integrated Owner s Manual The Integrated Owner s Manual consists of three parts which offer various levels of infor mation or possible access Quick Reference Guide 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 Search by images Image search provides information and de scriptions This is helpful when the terminology for a feature is not at hand 30 Owner s Manual Search for information and descriptions by en tering terms selected from the index Select components iid Press button Turn the controller open Vehicle info Press the controller Por eS Selecting desired range gt Quick reference gt Search by pictures gt Owner s Manual Vehicle info MINIMALISM Quick reference Search by pictures Owner s Manual amp Onboard info Trip computer Vehicle status Leafing through the Owner s Manual Page by page with link access Turn the controller
101. W On vehicles with heat shield Loosen 5 screws arrow 2 Push the heat shield forward and the bumper back in order to be able to reach the fog lamp 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove Push the heat shield forward and the bumper back in order to be able to reach the fog lamp N 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove 203 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 The wire is long enough to guide the socket down and through between any heat shield that may be installed and the bumper 4 Replace defective bulb 5 To install the new bulb proceed in reverse order of removal Right fog lamp 1 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove The wire is long enough to guide the socket down and through between any heat shield that may be installed and the bumper 2 Replace defective bulb 3 To install the new bulb proceed in reverse order of removal Side turn signal bulb replacement Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs refer to page Bulbs gt With orange lens W5W 204 REPLACING COMPONENTS gt 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 remove 3 Replace the bulb 4 Proceed in the reverse order to insert the new bulb and install the turn signal hous ing First
102. adjacent components such as the brake disk Chrome surfaces Carefully clean components such as the radia tor grille 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 216 When cleaning rubber seals do not use any sili con containing car care products in order to avoid damage or noises Fine wood parts Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo nents only with a moist rag Then dry witha soft cloth Plastic components These include Imitation leather surfaces V Roofliner Lamp lenses Instrument cluster cover V V V V Matt black spray coated components Painted parts in the interior Clean with a microfiber cloth Dampen cloth lightly with water Do not soak the roofliner No cleansers that contain alcohol or sol vents Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents such as lacquer thinners heavy duty grease removers fuel or such this could lead to surface damage lt Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety Chemical cleaning Do not clean chemically this can destroy the webbing lt Use only a mild soapy solution with the safety belts clipped into their buckles Do not allow the reels to retract the safety belts until they are dry Online Edition for Part no
103. age 123 The objects displayed on the Control Display under certain circumstances are closer than they appear Therefore do not estimate the distance from the objects on the display PARKING ASSISTANT The concept 127 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS This system assists the driver in parking parallel to the road Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle The parking assistant calculates the best possi ble parking line and takes control of steering during the parking procedure When parking also take note of the visual and acoustic information issued by the PDC the parking assistant and where applicable the rearview camera and react accordingly A component of the parking assistant is the PDC Park Distance Control refer to page 123 Hints Personal responsibility Even an active system does not relieve the driver from personal responsibility while driving Technically the system has its limits it cannot independently react to all traffic situations Monitor your driving be on the alert observe the vehicle surroundings and other traffic and react when needed risk of accident lt Changes to the parking space Changes to the parking space after it was measured are not taken into account by the system Therefore always be alert and ready to inter vene otherwise there is the risk of an acci dent lt Transporting cargo
104. age 35 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 OPENING AND CLOSING POWER WINDOWS Note Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children e g cannot operate the power windows and injure them selves lt On 5 door models On 3 door models Opening gt Press the button to the resistance point The window opens while the switch is held a gt Press the switch beyond the resist ance point The window opens automatically Pressing again stops the motion See also Convenient opening refer to page 38 via remote control CONTROLS Closing Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the window is clear otherwise injuries may result a f Pull switch up The window closes while the reel is held See also closing by means of Comfort Access refer to page 41 Pinch protection system Danger of jamming even 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 present No window accessories Do not install any accessories in the win dow s range of movement otherwise the pinch protection system will be impaired lt If closing force exceeds a specific margin as a window closes closing is interrupted The
105. ained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro ductive harm Battery posts terminals and re lated accessories contain lead and lead com pounds Wash your hands after handling Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly Your vehicle is covered by the fol lowing warranties gt New Vehicle Limited Warranty Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty Federal Emissions Performance Warranty VV VV California Emission Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and designed to meet 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 conditions If you wish to operate your vehicle in another country or re gion you may be required to adapt your vehi cle to meet different prevailing operating con ditions and homologation requirements You s
106. aking 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 gt Low mileage gt Extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all gt Infrequent use of the brakes Corrosion will built up when the maximum pressure applied to the brake pads during brak ing is not reached thus discs don t get cleaned 156 THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN DRIVING Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re sponse generally that cannot be corrected Condensation under the parked vehicle When using the automatic climate control con densation water develops collecting under neath the vehicle These traces of water under the vehicle are normal Ground clearance Limited ground clearance Observe the limited ground clearance of the vehicle e g while entering underground parking garages or when driving over obsta cles Otherwise damages to the vehicle may result Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 LOADING VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and sys tems The
107. al filter SERVICE AND WARRANTY IN FORMATION BOOKLET FOR US MODELS AND WARRANTY AND SERVICE GUIDE BOOK LET FOR CANADIAN MODELS Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor mation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information on service require ments Maintenance and repair should be performed by your service center Make sure to have regu lar maintenance procedures recorded in the ve hicle s Service and Warranty Information Book let for US models and in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models These entries are proof of regular maintenance 195 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY MAINTENANCE SOCKET FOR OBD ONBOARD DIAGNOSIS Note Socket for Onboard Diagnosis The socket for onboard diagnostics may only be used by the service center or a work shop that operates in accordance with the specifications of the vehicle manufacturer with correspondingly trained personnel and other authorized persons Otherwise use may result in operating problems for the vehicle lt Position There is an OBD socket on the driver s side for checking the primary components in the vehi cle s emissions Emissions gt The warning lamp lights up Emissions are deteriorating Have the vehicle checked as soon as pos sible gt The warning lamp flashes under certain cir cumstances This indicates tha
108. arm has been triggered Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored The alarm system responds in situations such as attempts to steal a wheel or when the car is towed 4 OPENING AND CLOSING Interior motion sensor The windows and glass sunroof must be closed for the 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 gt In automatic car washes gt In duplex garages gt During transport on trains carrying vehicles at sea or on a trailer gt With animals in the vehicle Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor aoa Press the remote control button again within 10 seconds as soon as the vehi cle is locked The indicator lamp lights up for approx 2 sec onds and then continues to flash The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor are turned off until the vehicle is locked again Switching off the alarm gt Unlock vehicle with the remote control or switch on the ignition if needed through emergency detection of remote control re fer to page 35 gt With Comfort Access If you are carrying the remote control on your person grasp the driver side or front passenger side door handle completely Unlock vehicle with the remote control or switch on the ignition if needed through emer gency detection of remote control refer to p
109. armed at the same time Door lock and armed alarm system The alarm system is triggered when the door is opened when the vehicle is unlocked via the door lock Switch off the alarm refer to page 44 Tailgate and armed alarm system The tailgate can be opened even when the alarm system is armed After the tailgate is closed it is locked and monitored again when the doors are locked The hazard warning system flashes once 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 d 43 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS To reel off the alarm press any button Indicator lamp on the interior rearview mirror gt The indicator lamp flashes briefly every 2 seconds The system is armed gt The indicator lamp flashes after locking The doors hood or tailgate is not closed properly but the rest of the vehicle is se cured After 10 seconds the indicator lamp flashes continuously Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor are not active When the still open access is closed interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor will be switched on gt The indicator lamp goes out after unlock ing The vehicle has not been tampered with gt The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking until the engine ignition is switched on but no longer than approx 5 minutes An al
110. asoline 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 types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available up to 1 US quart liter of an en gine oil with the following oil rating can be added Gasoline engine API SM or superior oil rating ENGINE OIL CHANGE The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you let the service center change the motor oil ie Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 11 15 COOLANT VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 HINTS Danger of burns from hot engine Do not open the cooling system while the engine is hot otherwise esliding coolant may cause burns Suitable additives Only use suitable additives otherwise engine damage may occur The additives are harmful to your health lt Coolant consists of water and additives Not all commercially available additives are suitable for your vehicle Ask your service cen
111. ater in the glass symbolize the efficiency of the driving style The more efficient the driving style the less the water sloshes around in the glass and the better is the fish s mood arrow 1 The table 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 is inefficient the water oscillates the mood of the fish is sullied and a reduced number of asterisks is displayed To assist with an efficient driving style GREEN tips are displayed during driving Tips about the energy saving driving style Con serving fuel refer to page 161 167 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 6 MOVE ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY REFUELING REFUELING VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP 2 Turn the tank lid counterclockwise TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 an
112. be removed Overview 1 Pull head restraint up against the resist Ta 1 Adjusting 54 2 Left right Automatic Curb Monitor straint out completely 3 Foldinandout 54 2 Press button arrow 1 and pull the head re Before transporting passengers Reinstall the head restraint before trans Selecting a mirror porting anyone in the seat otherwise the pro To change over to the other mirror tective function of the head restraint is unavail ciide the switch able 53 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS ADJUSTING Adjusting electrically The setting corresponds to the direction in which the button is pressed Adjusting manually In case of electrical malfunction press edges of mirror Automatic Curb Monitor The concept If reverse gear is engaged the mirror glass on the front passenger side is tilted downward This improves your view of the curb and other low lying obstacles when parking e g Activating 1 oOo Slide the switch to the driver s side mirror position 2 Engage selector lever position R Deactivating Slide the switch to the passenger side mirror position Fold in and out g Press button Possible at speeds up to approx 15 mph 20 km h E g this is advantageous gt In car washes gt In narrow streets gt For folding mirrors back out that were folded away manually Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto matically at a
113. bserved when using the respec tive features and systems BREAKING IN PERIOD General information Moving parts need time to adjust to one an other break in time The following instructions will help accomplish a long vehicle life and good efficiency During break in do not use the Launch Control refer to page 71 Engine transmission and axle drive Up to 1 200 miles 2 000 km Do not exceed the maximum engine and road speed gt For gasoline engine 4 500 rpm and 100 mph 160 km h Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum stances From 1 200 miles 2 000 km The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be increased 154 Tires Tire 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 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of ap prox 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimal per formance between brake discs and brake pads Drive moderately during this break in period Clutch The function of the clutch reaches its optimal level only after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500 km During this break in period engage the clutch gently Following part replacement The same break in procedures should be ob served if any of the components above men tioned have to be renewed in the course of the vehicle s operating life GEN
114. can cause serious damage to wheels tires and sus pension parts This is more likely to occur with low profile tires which provide less cushioning between the wheel and the road Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed es pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low profile tires Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de fects gt Unusual vibrations while driving gt Unusual handling such as a strong ten dency to pull to the left or right Damage can e g be caused by driving over curbs road damage or similar things Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 WHEELS AND TIRES In case of tire damage If there are indications of tire damage re duce your speed immediately and have the rims and tires checked right away otherwise there is the increased risk of an accident Drive carefully to the nearest service center If necessary have the vehicle towed or trans ported there Otherwise tire damage can be come life threatening for vehicle occupants and also other traffic lt Repair of tire damage For safety reasons the manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you do not have damaged tires repaired they should be re placed Otherwise damage can occur as a re sult CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Mounting Information on mounting tires Have mounting and balancing performed only by a service center If work is not carried out properly there is a danger of
115. cessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 1 Tachometer 2 Messages e g Check Control 3 Speedometer 72 4 Fuel gauge 5 Display reset miles 6 Electronic displays Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DISPLAYS CONTROLS Electronic displays 1 Driver assistance systems Messages e g Check Control Time 77 External temperature 77 Selection lists 81 On board computer 81 Selector lever position display 68 Gear shift indicator 79 Driving Dynamics Control 113 Status Total miles trip odometer 77 Indicator warning lights CHECK CONTROL The concept General information The Check Control system monitors functions in the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in the monitored systems The indicator and warning lights can light up in a variety of combinations and colors Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the A Check Control message is displayed as a com oe aoe Ae engine is started or the ignition is switched on bination of indicator or warning lights and text messages in the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display Red lights In addition an acoustic signal may be output and a text message may appear on the
116. child restraint sys tem 57 Launch Control 71 Leather care 215 LED bug light 199 LED headlights 199 LED ring central instrument cluster 85 LEDs light emitting di odes 198 Letters and numbers enter ing 25 Light 90 Light alloy wheels care 216 Light emitting diodes LEDs 198 Lighter 143 Lighting 90 Lights and bulbs 198 Light switch 90 Load 158 Loading 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 Low beams automatic refer to High beam Assistant 92 Lower back support mechani cal 49 Luggage rack refer to Roof mounted luggage rack 158 Lumbar support mechani cal 49 M Maintenance 195 Maintenance require ments 195 Maintenance service require ments 78 Maintenance system MINI 195 Make up mirror 143 Malfunction displays see Check Control 73 Manual air distribu tion 133 136 Manual air flow 133 136 Manual mode transmis sion 69 Manual operation door lock 39 Manual operation exterior mirrors 54 Manual operation fuel filler flap 170 Manual operation Park Dis tance Control PDC 124 Manual operation rearview camera 126 Manual transmission 68 Manufacturer of the MINI 7 Marking on approved tires 181 Marking run flat tires 182 Master key refer to Remote control 34 Maximum cooling 136 Max
117. cooling function or press the AUTO button Switching the system on off Switch off Turn wheel for air quantity to the left until the control switches off Switching on Set any air volume Microfilter activated charcoal filter In external and recirculated air mode the mi crofilter activated charcoal filter filters dust pollen and gaseous pollutants out of the air This filter should be replaced during scheduled maintenance refer to page 195 of your vehi cle 137 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS VENTILATION gt Turn knob for continuous opening and clos ing of the vents gt Swivel the vents to alter the direction of the vent flow arrow Adjusting the ventilation gt Ventilation for cooling Direct vent in your direction when vehicle s interior is too hot gt Draft free ventilation Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you gt Indirect ventilation If the vents are fully or partly closed the air is directly routed into the car s interior PARKED CAR VENTILATION The concept The parked car ventilation ventilates the vehi cle interior and lowers its temperature if needed The system can be switched on and off at any external temperature either directly or by us ing two preset reel on times It remains switched on for 30 minutes Open the vents to allow air to flow out 138 CLIMATE CONTROL Switching on off directly On the Con
118. cts a malfunction the telltale will flash for approxi mately one minute and then remain continu ously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as in tended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a va riety of reasons including the installation of re placement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the re placement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly 101 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS SAFETY FTM FLAT TIRE MONITOR The concept The system does not measure the actual infla tion pressure in the tires It detects a tire inflation pressure loss by com paring the rotational speeds of the individual wheels while moving In the event of a tire inflation pressure loss the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corresponding wheel changes This will be detected and reported as a flat tire Functional requirements The system must have been initialized when the tire inflation pressure was correct other wise reliable flagging of a flat tire is not as sured Initialize the system after each
119. d accents or periods so that the letter can be l a ee clearly recognized Possible input depends Turn the controller until Settings is on the set language Where necessary en highlighted and then press the controller ter special characters via the controller gt To delete a character slide to the left on the touchpad gt To enter a blank space slide to the right in f the center of the touchpad epi Settings gt To enter a hyphen slide to the right in the upper area of the touchpad gt To enter an underscore swipe to the right in the lower area of the touchpad 3 If necessary move the controller to the left to display Time Date Operating the interactive map The interactive map in the navigation system can be moved via the touchpad 4 Turn the controller until Time Date is highlighted and then press the controller 22 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 ONBOARD MONITOR 5 Turn the controller until Time is high lighted and then press the controller UTC 01 00 Format 24h 18 02 2015 tt mm jj Date Format 6 Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller 7 Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller STATUS INFORMATION Status field The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right Time Current entertainment source Sound output on off Wireless network reception s
120. d Owner s Handbook for Vehicle User s manual for Navigation Entertainment Communication The topics Navigation Entertainment Commu nication and the short commands of the voice activation system can be retrieved on the Con trol Display via the Integrated Owner s Hand book Additional sources of information Should you have any questions your service center will be glad to advise you at any time Information about MINI e g on technology is available on the Internet www miniusa com SYMBOLS FN Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Marks the end of a specific item of information Identifies Control 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 amp Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Symbols on vehicle components li Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner s Manual for information on a particular part or assembly VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This Owner s Manual describes all models and all standard country specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series Therefore in this Owner s Manual we also de scribe and illustrate features that are not avail abl
121. d country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 FUEL RECOMMENDATION Note General fuel quality Even fuels that conform to the specifica tions can be of low quality This may cause en gine problems for instance poor engine start up behavior poor handling and or poor performance Switch gas stations or use a brand name fuel with a higher octane rating lt Gasoline For the best fuel efficiency the gasoline should be sulfur free or very low in sulfur content Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con taining metal must not be used Refuel only with unleaded gasoline with out metallic additives Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gaso line with metallic additives e g manganese or iron as this can cause permanent damage to the catalytic converter and other compo nents lt 172 Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 25 i e E10 or E25 may be used for refuel ing Ethanol should satisfy the following quality standards US ASTM 4806 xx CAN CGSB 3 511 xx xx comply with the current standard in each case Do not use a fuel with a higher percent age of ethanol
122. d displayed via a scale Time approx 1 minute ENGINE OIL MOBILITY ADDING ENGINE OIL General information Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi cle before engine oil is added Oil filler neck Only replenish the maximum engine oil amount of 1 US quart liter if the signal is dis played in the instrument cluster After refilling perform a detailed measure ment refer to page 191 Adding engine oil Add oil within the next 125 miles 200 km otherwise this may cause engine damage lt Do not add too much engine oil When too much engine oil is added im mediately have the vehicle checked otherwise this may cause engine damage lt Protect children Keep oil grease etc out of reach of chil dren and observe the warnings on the contain ers to prevent health risks ENGINE OIL TYPES TO ADD Hints No oil additives Oil additives may lead to engine dam age lt 191 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY ENGINE OIL Viscosity grades for engine oils When selecting an engine oil ensure that the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity grades SAE OW 40 SAE OW 30 SAE 5W 40 and MINI recommends SAE 5W 30 or malfunctions or engine damage MINI Original Engine Oil may occur The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Suitable engine oil types You can add engine oils that meet the follow ing oil rating standards G
123. d for the profile currently in use Setting the voice dialog Voice dialog for the voice activation system re fer to page 28 Units of measure Setting the units of measure To set the units for fuel consumption route distance and temperature Settings Language Units Select the desired menu item oe eS Select the desired unit Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Brightness Setting the brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display Settings Control display Brightness oe SS Turn the controller until the desired bright ness is set 5 Press the controller Settings are stored for the profile currently in use DISPLAYS CONTROLS 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 animations to repre sent specific functions Basic displays Basic functions for example the tachometer can be set to be displayed continually if so de sired Event displays Functions that are only displayed temporarily for example the volume or temperature set tings can be set as event displays Several vehicle assistance functions can also be displayed on the LED ring This display corre sponds with the displays of the function in the respective display Example tachometer Like the tachometer in the instrument cluster the ligh
124. d in this case MINI recom mends having this work performed by your service center 47 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS ADJUSTING ADJUSTING VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 SITTING SAFELY The ideal seating position can make a vital con tribution to relaxed fatigue free driving The seating position plays an important role in an accident in combination with gt Safety belts refer to page 50 gt Head restraints refer to page 51 gt Airbags 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 con trol could lead to an accident lt Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while driving or there is a risk of slipping under the safety belt in the event of an accident This 48 would eliminate the protection normally pro vided by the belt lt Keep the
125. d is properly seated in a child restraint fix ing system or when the seat is empty The airbags on the front passenger side are not activated gt The indicator lamp does not light up when e g a correctly seated person of sufficient size is detected on the seat The airbags on the front passenger side are activated Detected child seats The system generally detects children seated in a child seat particularly in child seats required by NHTSA when the vehicle was manufactured 97 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS SAFETY After installing a child seat make sure that the indicator lamp for the front seat passenger air bags lights up This indicates that the child seat has been detected and the front seat passen ger airbags are not activated Strength of the driver s and front seat passenger airbag The explosive power that activates driver s front passenger s airbags very much depends on the positions of the driver s front passeng er s seat With a respective message appearing on Con trol Display calibrate the front seats to keep the accuracy of this function over the long term Calibrating the front seats A corresponding message appears on the Con trol Display 1 Move the respective seat all the way for ward 2 Move the respective seat forward again It moves forward briefly 3 Readjust the seat to the desired position The calibration procedure is completed
126. d systems nds Place the tank lid in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap GENERAL INFORMATION Observe the fuel recommendation refer to page prior to refueling Refuel promptly Refuel no later than at a range of 30 miles 50 km or engine operation might fail and damage might occur Closing FUEL LID 1 Fit the lid and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click Opening 2 Close the fuel filler flap 1 Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge Do not pinch the retaining strap and open it Do not pinch the retaining strap attached to the lid otherwise the lid cannot be closed properly and fuel vapors can escape lt Manually unlocking fuel filler flap aL S In the event of an electrical malfunction e g 170 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFUELING MOBILITY Remove the cover Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol arrow This releases the fuel filler flap OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WHEN REFUELING The fuel 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 vehicle Handling fuels Observe safety regulations posted at the gas station 171 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY FUEL FUEL VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standar
127. dgment of the traffic situation Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle s surroundings at all times otherwise acci dents are still possible despite all warnings lt Adapting your speed and driving style The displays and warnings of the system do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving speed and style to the traffic conditions lt 108 Be alert Due to system limitations warnings may be not issued at all or may be issued late or im properly Therefore always be alert and ready 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 braking systems might lead to accidents At a glance Intelligent Safety button The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Switching on off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving off Switching on off manually Kou Press button briefly gt The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed The systems are individually switched off ac cording to their respective settings gt LED lights up orange or goes out respective to their individual settings Adjust as needed Ind
128. e The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display To activate Parking Assistant The system can be deactivated as follows gt Press button PY Py Parking assistant gt Switch off the ignition Indicator on the Control Display Symbol Meaning eo Gray the system is not available White the system is available but not activated ey The system is activated The ultrasound sensors for measuring parking spaces are located on the wheel housing To ensure full functionality gt Keep the sensors clean and free of ice gt When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 12 in 30 cm gt Do not put stickers over sensors Switching on off gon gt Colored symbols see arrows on the side of the vehicle illustrated Parking assistant is activated and search for parking space ac PY Press salsa tive The LED lights up gt Control Display shows suitable parking spaces at the edge of the road next to the The current status of the parking space search vehicle symbol When the parking assistant is indicated on the Control Display 129 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS is active suitable parking spaces are high lighted gt The parking procedure is ac p tive Steering control has O been taken over by system gt Parking space search is alway
129. e break in refer to page 154 period To increase vehicle stability activate DSC again as soon as possible DRIVING CONTROLS An experienced driver may be able to achieve better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode re fer to page 111 Requirements Launch Control is available when the engine is warmed up that is after uninterrupted driving of at least 6 miles 10 km To start with Launch Control do not steer the steering wheel Start with launch control While the engine is running 1 E OFF l ee Press button and select SPORT with Driving Dynamics Control refer to page 1153 The instrument cluster displays TRACTION in combination with SPORT The DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up Engage selector lever position S With the left foot forcefully press down on the brake Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position A flag symbol is displayed in the instrument cluster The starting engine speed adjusts Within 3 seconds release the brake Before using Launch Control allow the trans mission to cool down for approx 5 minutes 71 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS DISPLAYS VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Overview instrument cluster ne
130. e 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 kit To remove the onboard vehicle tool kit fold the right side of the cargo floor panel upward VARIABLE TRUNK FLOOR With the variable trunk floor the trunk can be configured corresponding to transport require ments To do this remove the trunk floor and insert it in the desired position Follow instructions on securing cargo refer to page 149 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 f CONTROLS f STORAGE COMPARTMENTS Removing the cargo floor panel Folded up position The variable cargo floor panel may not be used as a partition net to separate the trunk and the vehicle interior gt Only use the variable cargo floor in the folded up position when the backrests are folded up and locked gt Always secure cargo against shifting using straps belts and lashing eyes e g If you don t follow these precautions you can endanger vehicle s occupants and damage the cargo floor during braking lt On 5 door models To change the position of the cargo floor panel first fold up the rear part of the cargo floor panel Fold up the cargo floor panel in the lower posi Grasp the cargo floor panel in the rear and fold tion and push it behind the locks on the left slightly upward Next pull
131. e current remote control CONTROLS Display profile list during start The profile list can be displayed during each start to select the desired profile 63 Settings Profiles Open Options a a F Display user list at startup USING THE REMOTE CON TROL Note Take the remote control with you People or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in side Always take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from the outside Unlocking ren Press button on the remote control The vehicle is unlocked gt Interior lamps and courtesy lamps are acti vated This function is not available if the interior lamps were switched off manually The welcome lamps are switched on if this function was activated Exterior mirrors folded through convenient closing are folded open _ On 3 door models Press button on the remote control twice in direct succession When the door is opened the window is low ered more to make it easier to enter the vehi cle You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked Create the settings refer to page 42 37 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS The alarm system refer to page 43 is dis armed Convenient opening Press and hold this button on the re mote control after unlocking The windows and the glass sunroof are opened as long as the bu
132. e driver door is opened with the ignition switched off the exterior lighting is automati cally switched off at these switch settings Parking lights Position of switch D QE the vehicle s lights light up on all sides e g for parking Do not use the parking lights for extended peri ods otherwise the battery may become dis charged and it would then be impossible to start the engine When parking you better turn on just the road side parking light Low beams Position of switch ZD with the ignition switched on the low beams light up Roadside parking lights The vehicle can be illuminated on one side Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Switching on With the ignition switched off press the lever either up or down past the resistance point for approx 2 seconds Switch off Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in the opposite direction WELCOME LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHT COURTESY DE LAY FEATURE Welcome lights When the vehicle is parked leave the switch in position ZD or 40 parking and interior lights come on briefly when the vehicle is unlocked depending on the ambient brightness Activating deactivating 1 lt 3 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Welcome lights Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Headlight courtesy delay feature The low beams stay lit for a short while after the radio ready state is switched off if the lights are turned off and the
133. e features and the country version it is also possible to have door un locked Create the settings refer to page 42 If the doors were not unlocked the tailgate is locked again as soon as it closes 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 locked inside the vehicle when the tailgate is closed lt Provide edge protection Sharp objects or those with edges can hit the rear window while driving and damage the heat conductors of the rear window Provide edge protection lt Malfunction Remote control detection by the vehicle can among others be malfunctioning under the fol lowing circumstances gt The battery of the remote control is dis charged Replace the battery refer to page 34 gt Interference of the radio connection from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmit power Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 OPENING AND CLOSING gt Shielding of the remote control due to metal objects gt Interference of the radio connection from mobile phones or other electronic devices in direct proximity Do not transport the remote control together with metal objects or electronic devices In the case of a malfunction unlock and lock the vehicle using the integrated key refer to page 39 For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with pa
134. e in GREEN mode GREEN climate control GREEN climate control Climate control is set to be fuel efficient By making a slight change to the set tempera ture or adjusting the rate of heating or cooling of the car s interior fuel consumption can be economized The outputs of the seat heater and the exterior Additionally heat output to seats and exterior mirror is reduced Exterior mirror heat is available when outside temperatures are very low GREEN potential The percentage of potential savings that can be achieved with the current configuration is dis played 163 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING TIPS SAVING FUEL Display in the instrument cluster GREEN bonus range An adjusted driving style helps you extend your driving range This may be displayed as the bo nus range in the instrument clus ter The bonus range is shown in the range display The bonus range is automatically reset every time the vehicle is refueled gt Green display efficient driving style gt Gray display adjust driving style e g by backing off the accelerator pedal Driving style A bar display in the instrument cluster indicates your current driving efficiency Mark in the left area arrow 1 display for energy recovered by coasting or when braking Mark in the right area arrow 2 display when accelerating Your driving style s efficiency is shown by the bar s color
135. e in your vehicle e g because of the se lected optional features or the country specific version This also applies to safety related functions and systems The respectively applicable country provisions must be observed when using the respective features and systems For any options and equipment not described in this Owner s Handbook refer to the Supple mentary Owner s Handbooks On right hand drive vehicles some controls are arranged differently from what is shown in the illustrations Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 STATUS OF THE OWNER S MANUAL Basic information The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a policy of constant development that is con ceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety stan dards In rare cases therefore the features de scribed in this Owner s Manual may differ from those in your vehicle Updates made after the editorial deadline Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in the appendix of the printed Owner s Handbook for Vehicle OWN SAFETY Manufacturer The manufacturer of this MINI is Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktionengesellschaft BMW AG Warranty Your vehicle is technically configured for the operating conditions and registration require ments applying in the country of first delivery homologation If your vehicle is to be operated in a different country it might be necessary to adapt you
136. e letters 18 Enter the numbers abc or ABC Tip controller up Without navigation system A 2g Select the symbol Entry comparison Entering names and addresses choice is nar rowed down with every letter entered and let ters may be added automatically 25 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE ONBOARD MONITOR Entries are continuously compared with data stored in the vehicle gt Only those letters are offered during input for which data is available gt Target search names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display 26 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 VOICE ACTIVATION SYSTEM AT A GLANCE VOICE ACTIVATION SYSTEM VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 THE CONCEPT gt Most functions displayed on the Control Display can be operated by voice com mands via the voice activation system The system supports you with announcements during input gt Functions that can only be used when the vehicle is stationary cannot be u
137. e or accidents may occur gt Make sure that the ignition is switched on otherwise the low beams tail lights turn signals and wipers may be unavailable gt Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle tilted as the front wheels could turn 211 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY gt When the enaine is stopped there is no power assist Consequently more force needs to be applied when braking and steering gt Larger steering wheel movements are re quired gt The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed otherwise it will not be possible to control the vehicle s re sponse Tow truck 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 damage may result lt Towing other vehicles Hints Light towing vehicle The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed otherwise it will not be possible to control the vehicle s re sponse Attaching the tow bar tow rope correctly Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting connecting it to other vehicle parts may cause damage lt 212 BREAKDOWN ASSISTANCE gt Switch on the hazard warning system de pending on local regulations gt If the electrical system has failed clearly identify the vehicle being towed b
138. e projection lens of the Head up Display and make sure that the closing path is clear otherwise injuries may re sult lt Follow the instructions for cleaning the Head up Display refer to page 217 Display visibility The visibility of the displays in the Head up Dis play is influenced by the following factors gt Certain sitting positions gt Objects on the cover of the Head up Dis play Sunglasses with certain polarization filters Wet roads gt Unfavorable light conditions Switching on off When switching on the projection lens of the Head up Display is extended When switching off the projection lens of the Head up Display is retracted again Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Press button Display Overview gt Speed gt Navigation system gt Check Control messages gt Selection list from the instrument cluster gt Driver assistance systems Some of this information is only displayed briefly as needed Selecting displays in the Head up Display On the Control Display Settings Head Up Display Displayed information A oe oy gt Display Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Setting the brightness The brightness is automatically adjusted to the ambient brightness The basic setting can be adjusted manually Select the desired displays in the Head up DISPLAYS CONTROLS On the Control Display 1 4 Settings 2
139. e this alarm un lock vehicle with the remote control or switch on the ignition if needed through emergency detection of the remote control 39 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS OPENING AND CLOSING From the inside Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Locking and unlocking Take the remote control with you and do not leave it in the cargo area otherwise the re mote control is locked inside the vehicle when the tailgate is closed lt Provide edge protection Sharp objects or those with edges can hit the rear window while driving and damage the heat conductors of the rear window Provide edge protection Press button Opening Vehicle is locked When the tailgate is opened make sure there is pannan Brace buton sufficient clearance to prevent damage G l The vehicle is unlocked Pressing the buttons for the central locking sys tem locks and unlocks the doors and the tail gate when the front doors are closed but they are not secured against theft The fuel filler flap remains unlocked In the event of a severe accident the vehicle is automatically unlocked The hazard warning system and interior lights come on gt Unlock the vehicle and press the button on the tailgate Unlocking and opening gt g Press button on the remote control Either unlock the doors together using the cen for approx 1 second tral locking system but
140. e vehicle in place with the foot brake 2 Release the foot brake and drive off with out delay After the foot brake is released the vehicle is held in place for approx 2 seconds For vehicles with respective equipment ver sions the possible holding duration amounts to 2 minutes Driving off without delay After releasing the foot brake start driv ing without delay since the drive off assistant will not hold the vehicle in place for more than approx 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin to roll back lt Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT DRIVING COMFORT VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 CAMERA BASED CRUISE CON TROL ACC The concept Use this system to select a desired speed that the vehicle will maintain automatically on clear roads To the extent possible the system automati cally adjusts the speed to a slower vehicle ahead of you A camera on the interior rear view mirror is used to detect vehicles driving ahead The distance that the vehicle maintains to the v
141. eadrest of the backrest might need to be ad justed or possibly be removed Make sure that all backrests are securely locked Otherwise the 145 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Fold up the backrest and press it into the latch Make sure that the safety belt is not pinched Adjusting the backrest tilt Do not install any child restraint systems When the backrests are set at steeper po sition do not install any child restraint systems on the backrest otherwise their protective ef fect may be impaired lt To transport bulky items the trunk can be ex panded by setting the backrests at a steeper angle 1 Released the back rest and tilt it forward 2 Fold the frame arrow up until it latches 3 Fold back and latch the backrest 146 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 STORAGE COMPARTMENTS CONTROLS STORAGE COMPARTMENTS VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 HINTS No loose objects in the car s interior Do not stow any ob
142. ed depending on the width of the vehicle Unscrew the rod antenna gt Deactivate the rain sensor refer to page 66 to avoid unintentional wiper acti vation gt In some cases an unintentional alarm can be triggered by the interior motion sensor of the alarm system Follow the instructions on avoiding an unintentional alarm refer to page 44 Guide rails in car washes Avoid car washes with guide rails higher than 4 in 10 cm otherwise the vehicle body could be damaged lt Before driving into a car wash In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll ina car wash take the following steps Manual transmission 1 Drive into the car wash 2 Shift to neutral Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 3 Switch the engine off 4 Switch on the ignition Steptronic transmission 1 Drive into the car wash Engage selector lever position N Press the Start Stop button to reel off the engine In this way the ignition remains switched on and two Check Control messages are displayed A signal sounds when you leave the vehicle while in selector lever position N The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside when in selector lever position N A signal is sounded when an attempt is made to lock the vehicle To start the engine 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Press the Start Stop button Headlights gt Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or acidic cleansers gt Soak areas that have b
143. ed 117 121 Reduce distance 121 BITE Increase distance 115 N or D m To A o 3 3 Va or v r D pe Turn signal 65 4p Vv High beams head light flasher 65 High beam Assistant 92 Tm G Roadside parking lights 90 gt Computer 81 Steering column stalk right Windshield wipers 65 Rain sensor 66 aid COCKPIT ows 2 Bg AT A GLANCE Cleaning windows 67 Rear window wiper 67 Cleaning rear window 67 9 Steering wheel buttons right ARRANA 10 Horn Voice activation 27 Telephone Confirm the selection 81 Move selection up 81 Move selection down 81 Increase volume Reduce volume 11 Adjust the steering wheel 55 12 Unlock hood 188 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE COCKPIT A i A D A j N i n E Cc E N Cc D C f k S C ILE FAL Em rr AS Vw Q i N LJ 1 u Ni IE rm ON gt LZ ey 1 Hazard warning system pe Start stop the engine and switch A vgn the ignition on off Intelligent Safety DSC Dynamic Stability Con z F trol 2 Control Display ie Head up Display 3 Radio Multimedia 4 Glove compartment 7 Steptronic transmission selector lever 5 Climate control Manual transmission selector lever 6 Py PDC Park Distance Control 8 Controller with buttons Rearview camera 9 Parking brake Parking assistant 10 Driving Dynamics Control A Auto S
144. ed on Press button The green indicator lamp lights up O If the automatic headlight control refer to page 91 is activated the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the front fog lights When the high beams or headlight flasher are activated the front fog lights are not switched on LIGHTS CONTROLS Rear fog lights The low beams or front fog lights must be switched on Press button The yellow indicator lamp lights up OF If the automatic headlight control refer to page 91 is activated the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the rear fog lights INSTRUMENT LIGHTING Adjusting amp The parking lights or low beams must be switched on to adjust the brightness Adjust the brightness with the thumbwheel INTERIOR LIGHTS General information The interior lights footwell lights access lights and courtesy lights are controlled automati cally Thumb wheel for the instrument lighting con trols brightness of some of these features 93 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS LIGHTS Overview 1 Interior lights 2 Reading lamp 3 Ambient light Switching the interior lights on and off Press button To reel off permanently press the button for approx 3 seconds Switch back on press button Reading lights Press button Reading lights are located in the front next to the interior light Amb
145. edly until LAP 1 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 delete all stored lap times Displaying the time The time is copied from the instrument cluster Press button arrow 1 repeatedly until the time is displayed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS 89 CONTROLS LIGHTS LIGHTS VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 OVERVIEW 1 Rear fog lights Front fog lights Depending on the equipment automatic headlight control cornering lights High beam Assistant welcome lights daytime running lights Lights off daytime running lights 5 Parking lights daytime running lights Depending on the equipment low beams welcome lights High beam Assistant 7 Instrument lighting 90 PARKING LIGHTS CORNER ING LIGHTS AND ROADSIDE PARKING LIGHTS General information Position of switch 0 ZD 2 If th
146. een dirtied e g from insects with shampoo and wash off with water gt Thaw ice with de icing spray do not use an ice scraper After washing the vehicle After washing the vehicle apply the brakes briefly to dry them otherwise braking action can be reduced and corrosion of the brake discs can occur Completely remove all residues on the win dows to minimize loss of visibility due to smearing and to reduce wiper noises and wiper blade wear CARE MOBILITY VEHICLE CARE Car care 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 the interior open the doors or windows Only use products intended for cleaning vehi cles Cleansers can contain substances that are dan gerous and harmful to your health Vehicle paint Regular care contributes to driving safety and value retention Environmental influences in areas with elevated air pollution or natural con taminants such as tree resin or pollen can af fect the vehicle s paintwork Tailor the fre quency and extent of your car care to these influences Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel oil grease or bird droppings must be removed im mediately to prevent the finish from being al tered or discolored Leather care Remove dust from the leather often using a cloth or vacuum cleaner Otherwi
147. ehicle ahead of you can be varied For safety reasons it depends on the speed To maintain a certain distance the system au tomatically decelerates applies the brakes lightly or accelerates again if the vehicle ahead begins moving faster As soon as the road is clear the vehicle acceler ates to the desired speed The speed is also maintained downhill but may not be maintained uphill if engine power is in sufficient CONTROLS General information The system is functional at speeds beginning at approx 20 mph 30 km h Depending on the set drive mode refer to page 113 the features of the cruise control can change in certain areas Hints Personal responsibility Even an active system holds the driver re sponsible for his or her driving particularly for staying in your lane adjusting your speed keeping your distance and for your driving style all in relation to traffic Technically the system has its limits it cannot independently react to all traffic situations Monitor your driving be on the alert observe the vehicle surroundings and other traffic and react when needed e g through braking steering or make evasive maneuvers risk of accident lt Unfavorable weather conditions In the event of unfavorable weather and light conditions for instance if there is rain snowfall slush fog or glare this may result in poorer recognition of traffic situations as well as short term interruptions for
148. eight and size lt 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 that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated Automatic deactivation of front seat passenger airbags refer to page 97 56 Note Deactivating the front seat passenger air bags If a child restraint system is used in the front passenger seat deactivate the front seat pas senger airbags otherwise there is an increased risk of injury to the child when the airbags are activated even with a child restraint system lt INSTALLING CHILD RE STRAINT SYSTEMS Hints Manufacturer s information for child re straint systems To select mount and use child restraint sys tems observe the information provided by the system manufacturer otherwise the protective effect can be lost Ensuring the stability of the child seat When installing child restraint systems make sure that the child seat is securely fas tened to the backrest of the seat Angle and headrest of the backrest might need to be ad justed or possibly be removed Make sure that all backrests are securely locked Otherwise the stability of the child seat can be affected and Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY there is an increased risk of injury because of unexpected movement of the seat backrest In order to faciliate
149. en released gt Single wipe press down once gt To switch off normal wipe press down once gt To switch off fast wipe press down twice Turn the thumbwheel 66 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Washing the windshield Pull the wiper lever towards you The system sprays washer fluid on the wind shield and activates the wipers briefly Do not use the washer system at freezing temperatures Do not use the washers if fluid could freeze onto the windshield which might impede your viewing field Therefore use antifreeze fluid Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is empty operation might damage pump lt Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are automati cally heated while the ignition is switched on Rear window wiper Switching on the rear window wiper Turn the switch from idle position O upward ar row 1 interval mode When reverse gear is en gaged the system switches to continuous op eration DRIVING CONTROLS Cleaning rear window In interval mode turn the switch further ar row 2 The switch automatically returns to its interval position when released In idle position turn switch downward arrow 3 The switch 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 again 2 With icy cond
150. ents Turning circle lines gt Can be faded into image of the rearview camera gt Show the course of the smallest possible turning radius on a level road gt Only one turning radius line is displayed af ter the steering wheel is turned past a cer tain angle Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT CONTROLS Obstacle marking gt Obstacle markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera Their colored margins match the markings of the PDC This simplifies estimation of the dis tance to the object shown Parking using pathway and turning radius lines 1 Position the vehicle so that the turning ra dius lines lead to within the limits of the parking space 2 Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding turning radius line Display settings Brightness With the rearview camera switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the 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 and press the controller System limits Detection of objects Very low obstacles or high protruding objects such as ledges may not be recognized by the system Assistance functions also take into account data of the PDC Follow instructions in the PDC chapter refer to p
151. ep floor mats carpets and any other objects out of the pedal area otherwise the function of the pedals could be impeded while driving and create the risk of an accident Do not place additional floor mats over existing mats or other objects Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be properly attached to floor Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened again after they were removed for cleaning e g lt 155 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING TIPS Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet or in heavy rain press brake pedal ever so gently every few miles Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic The heat generated in this process helps dry the brake discs and pads In this way braking efficiency will be available when you need it Hills Avoid stressing the brakes Avoid placing excessive stress on the brake system Light but consistent brake pres sure can lead to high temperatures brakes wearing out and possibly even brake failure Do not drive in neutral Do not drive in neutral or with the engine stopped as doing so disables engine braking In addition steering and brake assist are un available with the engine stopped lt Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear that requires least braking efforts Other wise the brakes may overheat and reduce brake efficiency You can increase the engine s br
152. erson with a different remote control Changes to the settings are automatically saved in the personal profile Three personal profiles and a guest profile can be created Adjusting The settings for the following systems and func tions are saved in the active profile The scope of storable settings is country and equipment dependable gt Unlocking and locking Lights Radio Instrument cluster Programmable memory buttons Volumes tone Control Display Climate control Navigation Park Distance Control PDC Rearview camera Head up Display Driving Dynamics Control Cruise control Intelligent Safety VV Vv VV VV VV VV VV VV 36 OPENING AND CLOSING Profile management Opening profiles Regardless of the remote control in use a differ ent profile may be activated Settings Profiles Select a profile V W N gt All settings stored in the called up profile are automatically applied gt The called up profile is assigned to the re mote control being used at the time gt Ifthe profile is already assigned to a differ ent remote control this profile will apply to both remote controls It cannot be differen tiated anymore between the settings for the two remote controls Renaming profiles A personal name can be assigned to every pro file to avoid confusion between the profiles 1 amp Settings 2 Profiles The current profile is selected 3 Options 4 Rename curren
153. es With thin or wedge shaped objects gt With moving objects With elevated protruding objects such as ledges or cargo gt With objects with corners and sharp edges With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences gt For objects with porous surfaces Low objects already displayed e g curbs can move into the blind area of the sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds The parking assistant may identify parking spaces that are not suitable for parking Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed The parking assistant failed Have the system checked A 131 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS CLIMATE CONTROL VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not AIR CONDITIONER CLIMATE CONTROL necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 Vent settings Air flow Temperature Seat heating right 50 Cooling function 1 2 3 4 5 132 6 Recirculated air mode 7 Rear window defroster 8 Windshield defroster 9 Seat heating left 50 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CLIMA
154. es steering and moves as usual to avoid the chance of an accident lt Press button on the steering wheel ER gt If active press twice gt If interrupted press once The displays go out The stored desired speed is deleted Interrupting Press button on the steering wheel ER The system is automatically interrupted if gt The brakes are applied gt The clutch pedal is depressed for a few sec onds or released while a gear is not en gaged gt Selector lever position N is set gt DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated or DSC is deactivated gt DSC is actively controlling stability Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT gt The detection range of the camera is im paired e g by soiling heavy precipitation or glare effects from the sun gt The vehicle in front decelerates below a speed of approx 20 mph 30 km h Maintaining storing and changing the speed Hints Adjusting the desired speed Modify desired speed to road conditions and be ready to brake at all times otherwise there is the risk of an accident Differences in speed Large differences in speed relative to other vehicles cannot be compensated by the system such as in the following situations gt When fast approaching a slowly moving ve hicle gt When another vehicle suddenly swerves into the wrong lane lt Maintaining storing the speed SET Press button Or
155. es are cold This means after driving no more than 1 25 miles 2 km or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours The displays of inflation devices may under read by up to 1 45 psi 0 1 bar For Flat Tire Monitor after correcting the tire inflation pressure reinitialize the Flat Tire Moni tor For Tire Pressure Monitor after correcting the tire inflation pressure reset the Tire Pressure Monitor gt Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor gt Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor Checking the inflation pressure of the emergency wheel Located behind the bumper on the underside of the vehicle is an opening for checking the tire inflation pressure Pressure specifications The tire inflation pressure table refer to page 175 contains all pressure specifications for the specified tire sizes at the ambient tem perature Pressure specifications apply to ap proved tire sizes and recommended tire brands This information can be obtained from your service center Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 WHEELS AND TIRES MOBILITY To identify the correct tire inflation pressure please note the following Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph 160 km h gt Tire sizes of your vehicle On 3 door models COOPER gt Maximum permitted driving speed Tire inflation pressures up to 100 mph 160 km h For speeds of up to 100 mph 160 km h and for optimum driving comfort note the pressure
156. es with Steptronic transmission Ibs kg Ibs kg Ibs kg Ibs kg Ibs kg cu ft L 3 565 1 617 790 725 358 329 1 920 1 990 871 903 1 725 1 685 782 764 132 60 8 7 34 0 211 751 221 REFERENCE TECHNICAL DATA Approved gross vehicle weight lbs 3 795 kg 1 721 Load Ibs 885 820 kg 401 372 Approved front axle load Ibs 1 995 2 065 kg 905 937 Approved rear axle load Ibs 1 880 1 860 kg 853 844 Approved roof load capacity Ibs 165 kg 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft 13 1 40 7 L 278 941 Approved gross vehicle weight Ibs 3 620 3 650 kg 1 642 1 656 Load Ibs 775 770 kg 352 349 Approved front axle load lbs 2 025 2 060 kg 919 934 Approved rear axle load Ibs 1 690 kg 767 Approved roof load capacity Ibs 132 kg 60 Cargo area capacity cu ft 8 7 34 0 L 211 731 222 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 TECHNICAL DATA REFERENCE Approved gross vehicle weight Ibs 3 860 3 900 kg 1 751 1 769 Load Ibs 885 kg 401 Approved front axle load lbs 2 085 2 125 kg 946 964 Approved rear axle load Ibs 1 880 kg 853 Approved roof load capacity Ibs 165 kg 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft 13 1 40 7 L 278 941 Approved gross vehicle weight Ibs 3 720 3 765 kg 1 687 1 708 Load Ibs 775 kg 352 Approved front axle load lbs 2 065 2 105 kg 937 955 Approved rear axle load Ibs 1 725 kg 782 Approved roof load capacity Ibs 132 kg 60 Cargo area capacity cu ft 8 7 34 0 L 211 731 223 Online Edition
157. ets and floor mats the paragraph that begins Only use floor mats should be disregarded and the following language should be read in lieu thereof The manufacturer of your ve hicle recommends that you use floor mats that have been identified by it as appropri ate for use in your vehicle and that can be properly fixed in place At page 162 under the heading Have maintenance carried out the sentence be ginning Have the maintenance carried out should be disregarded and the fol lowing text should be read in lieu thereof MINI recommends that you have the main tenance carried out by your service center Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 9 10 11 12 ADDENDUM At page 174 under the heading Pressure specifications the sentence beginning Pressure specifications apply to approved tire sizes should be disregarded At page 181 under the heading Moun ting the paragraph beginning Have mounting and balancing should be dis regarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends that you have mounting and balancing perfor med by your service center or a tire moun ting specialist At page 181 under the heading Approved wheels and tires the term Approved should be disregarded and in lieu thereof the term Recommended should be read in its place In addition the text
158. ewall Do not continue driving without run flat tires Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not equipped with run flat tires continued driving may result in serious accidents When a flat tire is indicated DSC Dynamic Sta bility Control is switched on if needed System limits Sudden tire damage Sudden serious tire damage caused by external circumstances cannot be recognized in advance lt A natural even tire inflation pressure loss in all four tires will not be recognized Therefore check the tire inflation pressure regularly The system could be delayed or malfunction in the following situations Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 gt When the system has not been initialized gt When driving ona snowy or slippery road surface gt Sporty driving style spinning traction wheels high lateral acceleration drifting gt When driving with snow chains Actions in the event of a flat tire Normal tires 1 Identify the damaged tire Do this by checking the air pressure in all four tires The tire pressure gauge of the Mobility Sys tem refer to page 183 can be used for this purpose If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized In this case initialize the system If an identification is not possible please contact the service center 2 Fix the flat tire using the Mobility System refer to page 183
159. f the Head up Display dampen the microfiber cloth with alcohol Extending projection lens refer to page 86 Long term When the vehicle is shut down for longer than three months special measures must be taken Additional information is available from the service center 217 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 FIND ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE TECHNICAL DATA VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not NOTE The technical data and specifications in this Owner s Manual are used as guidance values The vehicle specific data can deviate from this for example due to the selected special equip ment country version or country specific measurement method Detailed values can be DIMENSIONS The dimensions can vary depending on the model version equipment or country specific measurement method The specified heights do not take into account attached parts for example a roof antenna MINI 3 door Width with mirrors Width without mirrors Height Length Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Wheelbase Smallest turning radius diam 220 TECHNICAL DATA necessarily available in your car e
160. f a collision with a recognized vehicle is immi nent a warning symbol appears in the instru ment cluster and in the Head Up Display Symbol Measure G The vehicle lights up red prewarning Brake and increase distance The vehicle flashes red and an acous tic signal sounds acute warning You are requested to intervene by braking or make an evasive maneu ver Prewarning This warning is issued e g when there is the impending danger of a collision or the distance to the vehicle ahead is too small The driver must intervene actively when there is a prewarning Acute warning with braking function Warning of the imminent danger of a collision when the vehicle approaches another object at a relatively high differential speed The driver must intervene actively when there is an acute warning If necessary the driver is assisted by a minor automatic braking inter vention in a possible risk of collision Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Acute warnings can also be triggered without previous prewarning Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself herself to react During a warning the maximum brak ing force is used Premise for the brake booster is sufficiently quick and sufficiently hard step ping 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 transmiss
161. f any one of the following conditions are met gt The driver s safety belt is unbuckled and the driver s door is open gt The hood was unlocked DRIVING CONTROLS Some indicator lights light up for a varied length of time The engine can only be started via the Start Stop button Functional limitations Even if driving off was not intended the deacti vated engine starts up automatically in the fol lowing situations gt Excessive warming of the car s interior when the cooling function is switched on The steering wheel is turned gt Steptronic transmission change from selec tor lever position D to R N or M S gt Steptronic transmission change from selec tor lever position P to R N D or M S The vehicle begins rolling Fogging of the windows when the auto matic climate control is switched on The vehicle battery charge is very low gt Excessive cooling of the car s interior when the heating is switched on gt Manual transmission low brake vacuum pressure this can occur e g if the brake pedal is depressed a number of times in succession Switching the system on off Using the button 63 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DRIVING gt LED comes on Auto Start Stop function is deactivated The engine is started during an automatic engine stop The engine can only be stopped or started via the Start Stop button gt LED goes
162. f of the ground der the vehicle toward the rear 8 Remove the spacer and emergency wheel Wheel mounting from the well 1 Unscrew the wheel lug bolts and remove the wheel 9 Stow the well and spacer in the vehicle 2 Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on Prepare wheel change and screw in at least two bolts 1 Follow the Safety instructions refer to If original MINI light alloy wheels are not page 205 mounted any accompanying lug bolts also 2 With the wheel chock from the wheel have to be used change set also secure the vehicle against 5 screw in the remaining the lug bolts and rolling away at the front wheel of the oppo tighten all bolts well in a crosswise pattern site side 4 Lower the vehicle and remove the vehicle 3 Loosen the wheel lug bolts a half turn jack Jacking up the vehicle After the wheel change 1 Place the vehicle jack at the jacking point 1 Tighten the lug bolts crosswise The tight closest to the wheel such that the vehicle ening torque is 101 Ib ft 140 Nm jack foot is vertically beneath the vehicle Check for secure seating of the lug bolts For safety reasons have the secure seating of the lug bolts checked with a calibrated torque wrench otherwise a safety hazard results from incorrectly tightened lug bolts lt 2 Stow the defective wheel in the trunk 206 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REPLACING COMPONENTS The defective wheel cannot be stored in the emerge
163. ference 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 Pressure Monitor TPM active is dis played The progress of the reset is displayed You may interrupt this trip at any time When you continue the reset resumes automatically Low tire pressure message The yellow warning lamp lights up A Check Control message is displayed gt There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure gt A reset of the system was not carried out after a wheel was changed The system therefore issues a warning based on the tire pressures before the last reset 1 Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Check whether the vehicle is fitted with regular tires or run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 182 are la beled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the tire s sidewall Do not continue driving without run flat tires Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not equipped with run flat tires continued driving may result in serious accidents A low tire inflation pressure might turn on DSC Dynamic Stability Control Actions in the event of a flat tire Normal tires 1 Identify the damaged tire 99 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS SAFETY Do this by checking
164. go Securing cargo Stow and secure the cargo as described otherwise it may present a danger to the occu pants e g during braking and evasive maneu vers lt gt Smaller and lighter items secure with re taining straps or with draw straps gt Larger and heavy objects secure with cargo straps Attach the cargo straps retaining straps or draw straps to the lashing eyes in the trunk ROOF MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK Note Installation only possible with roof rack Roof racks are available as special accessories Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Securing Follow the installation instructions of the roof rack Loading Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof Because roof racks raise the vehicle s center of gravity when loaded they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response Therefore note the following when loading and driving gt Do not exceed the approved roof axle loads and the approved gross vehicle weight gt Distribute the roof load uniformly gt The roof load should not extend past the loading area gt Always place the heaviest pieces on the bottom gt Secure the roof luggage firmly e g tie with ratchet straps gt Do not let objects project into the opening path of the tailgate gt Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler ation and braking maneuvers Take corners gently REAR LUGG
165. hat has trained personnel that can perform the work in ac cordance with MINI specifications At page 195 under the heading Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US Models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian Models the second paragraph should be disregarded and the following text read in lieu thereof The manufacturer of your vehicle recom mends that you have maintenance and re pair performed by your MINI dealer s service center or another service center or repair shop that employs trained personnel that can perform maintenance and repair work on your vehicle in accordance with MINI specifications The manufacturer of your ve hicle recommends that you maintain re cords of all maintenance and repair work performed on your vehicle At page 207 under the Battery replace ment section the text should be disregar ded and in lieu thereof the following text should be read Use of recommended vehicle batteries The manufacturer of your vehicle recom mends that you use vehicle batteries that it has tested and recommends for use in your vehicle otherwise the vehicle could be da maged and systems or functions may not be fully available After a battery replacement the manufactu rer of your vehicle recommends that you have the battery registered on your vehicle by a service center to ensure that all comfort functions are fully available and that any Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961
166. he Settings menu is displayed the commands for the settings are read out loud 27 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE Executing functions using short commands Execute functions on the main menu via short commands It almost doesn t matter which menu item is selected e g Vehicle status Help dialog for the voice activation system Calling up help dialog Help Additional commands for the help dialog gt Help with examples announces informa tion about the current operating options and the most important commands for them gt Help with voice activation information about the principle of operation for the voice activation system is announced ONE EXAMPLE OPEN THE TONE SETTINGS Via the main menu The commands of the menu items are spoken just as they are selected via the controller 1 Turn on the Entertainment sound output if needed gt Gs Radiox Tonex Via short command The desired tone settings can also be started via a short command 1 Turn on the Entertainment sound output if needed 2 Gs Press button on the steering wheel Tonex 28 Press button on the steering wheel VOICE ACTIVATION SYSTEM 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 the Control Display 1 Settings 2
167. he compass zones Sets the particular compass zones on the vehi cle so that the compass operates correctly re fer to World map with compass zones 141 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS World map with magnetic zones INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Procedure 1 Press and hold the control button for ap prox 3 to 4 seconds The number of the set compass zone appears in the mirror 2 To change the zone setting press the con trol button quickly and repeatedly until the number of the compass zone that corre sponds with your location appears in the mirror The set zone is stored automatically The com pass is ready for use again after approximately 10 seconds Calibrating the digital compass The digital compass must be calibrated in the event of the following gt The wrong compass point is displayed gt The point of the compass displayed does not change despite changing the direction of travel gt Notall points of the compass are displayed 142 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 in a circle 2 Setthe currently applicable compass zone Press and hold the control button for ap prox 6 to 7 seconds so that C appears on the display Next drive in a complete circle at least once at a speed of no more than 4 mph 7 km h If calibration is successf
168. he menu item activates or deactivates the function EY Function is activated EJ Function is deactivated TOUCHPAD Some functions of the onboard monitor can be operated using the touchpad on the controller Selecting functions On the Control Display 1 amp Settings 21 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE ONBOARD MONITOR 2 Touchpad Function Controls 5 Select the desired function Interactive map Swipe into respective gt Speller enter letters and numbers direction gt Interactive map viewing the interac Enlarge shrink in Drag in or out on the tive map teractive map touchpad with fingers gt Audio feedback pronounces entered ical 7 letters and numbers alaia uta ae ais Entering letters and numbers Chanaing settings Entering letters requires some practice at the You may change control display settings via beginning When entering pay attention to the touchpad Swipe left or right accordingly following gt For the input of upper lower case letters and numbers it may be necessary to switch EXAMPLE SETTING THE via the controller to the corresponding In CLOCK put mode refer to page 25 e g when the spelling of upper and lower case letters is A Setting the clock On the Control Display gt Enter characters as they are displayed on a the Control Display 1 Press button The main menu is dis gt Always enter associated characters such as playe
169. he sport displays refer to page 91 are switched on 1 Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Displayed information 4 Sport displays Display Successive gray illuminated fields indicate the upcoming upshift moment As soon as the red fields light up shift up im mediately When the permitted maximum speed is reached all shift point indicators flash When the maximum speed is exceeded the supply of fuel is interrupted in order to protect the engine 225 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE 226 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE 227 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE 228 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE 229 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z EVERYTHING FROM ATO Z INDEX A ABS Antilock Brake Sys tem 111 ACC Active Cruise Control 115 Acceleration Assistant refer to Launch Control 71 Activated charcoal filter 137 Active Cruise Control ACC 115 Additives oil 191 Adjustments seats head re straints 48 Adjustments steering wheel 55 After washing vehicle 215 Airbags 95 Airbags indicator warning light 96 Air circulation refer to Recir culated air mode 133 137 Air conditioner 132 Air dehumidifying refer to Cooling function 133 136 Air distribution manual 133 136
170. he traffic situation around the ve hicle with your own eyes Otherwise an acci dent could result from road users or objects located outside of the PDC detection range Loud noises from outside and inside the vehicle may prevent you from hearing the PDC s signal tone lt Avoid driving fast with PDC Avoid approaching an object too fast Avoid driving off fast while PDC is not yet ac tive For technical reasons the system may other wise be too late in issuing a warning lt CONTROLS At a glance Button in the vehicle PDC Park Distance Control Switching on off Switching on automatically PDC switches on automatically in the following situations gt If selector lever position R is engaged when the engine is running The rearview camera also switches on gt If with the appropriate equipment obsta cles are detected behind or in front of the vehicle by PDC and the speed is slower than approx 2 5 mph 4 km h You may turn off automatic activation 63 Settings Parking Select setting Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded Switch the system back on if needed 123 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS Switching on off manually n Press button PY gt On the LED lights up gt Off the LED goes ou
171. he washer fluid and hot engine parts Otherwise there is a danger of fire and a risk to personal safety if the fluid is spilled lt Washer fluid reservoir All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser voir Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con centrate and tap water and if required with a washer antifreeze according to the manufac turer s recommendations Mix the washer fluid before adding to find the right mixture Do not add windshield washer concentrate and antifreeze undiluted 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 68 Recommended minimum fill quantity 0 2 US gal 1 liter MANUAL TRANSMISSION Shifting Shifting into 5th or 6th gear When shifting into 5th or 6th gear push the gearshift lever to the right otherwise inad vertent shifting into 3rd or 4th gear could lead to engine damage lt Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is stationary To overcome the resistance push the selector lever dynamically to the left and engage the re verse Gear STEPTRONIC TRANSMISSION Selector lever positions D Drive Selector lever position for normal vehicle oper ation All gears for forward travel are activated automatically R is Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary N Neutral The vehicle may roll Use in au
172. hill or downhill grades gt Battery charge status temporarily too low or vehicle electrical system drawing exces sive current gt Cruise control activated Functional requirements In GREEN mode this function is available in a speed range from approximately 30 mph ap prox 50 km h to 100 mph approx 160 km h if the following conditions are met gt Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not operated gt The selector lever is in selector lever posi tion D gt Engine and transmission are at operating temperature 165 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING TIPS SAVING FUEL Display Display in the instrument cluster The mark in the bar display be low the tachometer is high lighted green and appears at the zero point The tachometer ap proximately indicates idle speed Indications on the Control Display The Coasting driving condition is displayed in MINIMALISM Info while this driving mode is ac tive The distance traveled in the Coasting driving condition is indicated by a counter ca MINIMALISM Color code green arrow 1 distance traveled in the Coasting driving condition Symbol ar row 2 coasting driving condition Displaying MINIMALISM info 1 4 Vehicle info 2 MINIMALISM 3 MINIMALISM info Deactivating the system manually The function can be deactivated in the Config ure GREEN mode refer to page 163 menu e g to use the b
173. hin a certain amount of time the transmission switches back to automatic mode Displays in the instrument cluster The selector lever position is dis played e g P Manually release the transmission lock Should the selector lever be blocked in selector lever position P despite the ignition being turned on the brake being depressed and the unlock button being pressed the transmission lock can be manually canceled Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Before unlocking the transmission lock man ually engage the parking brake forcefully to prevent the vehicle from rolling away 1 Loosen the sleeve of the selector lever 2 Pull the sleeve over the selector lever Un plug the cable connector if needed 3 Using the screwdriver from the onboard ve hicle tool kit refer to page 197 press the yellow release lever downward arrow 4 Move the selector lever slightly toward the rear to do this press the unlock button on the front of the selector lever Release the release lever 5 Bring the selector lever into the desired po sition Steptronic Sport transmission Launch Control The concept Launch Control enables optimum acceleration on surfaces with good traction Hints Component wear Do not use Launch Control too often oth erwise this may result in premature wear of components due to the high stress placed on the vehicle lt Do not use Launch Control during th
174. hould also be aware of any applicable war ranty limitations or exclusions for such country or region In such case please contact Cus tomer Relations for further information Maintenance Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain the road safety operational reliability and the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Specifications for required maintenance meas ures gt MINI Maintenance system gt Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models gt Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models If the vehicle is not maintained according to these specifications this could result in serious damage to the vehicle Such damage is not covered by the MINI New Vehicle Limited War ranty DATA MEMORY Many electronic components on your vehicle are equipped with data memories that tempo rarily or permanently store technical informa tion about the condition of the vehicle events and faults This technical information generally records the state of a component a module a system or the environment gt Operating mode of system components fill levels for instance gt Status messages for the vehicle and from its individual components e g wheel rotation speed vehicle speed deceleration trans verse acceleration Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 gt Malfunctions and faults in important system components e g lights and brakes gt Responses by the vehicle to special situa tions
175. iate braking kicks in at speeds of up to At a glance 35 mph 60 km h Button in the vehicle Detection range Koy Intelligent Safety button It responds to objects if they are detected by the system 1 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 05 CONTROLS SAFETY Camera The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear Switching on off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving off Switching on off manually KOE Press button briefly gt The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed The systems are individually switched off ac cording to their respective settings gt LED lights up orange or goes out respective to their individual settings Adjust as needed Individual settings are stored for the profile currently in use KON Press button again gt All Intelligent Safety systems are activated gt The LED lights up green KOB Hold down button gt All Intelligent Safety systems are turned off gt The LED goes out 106 Setting the warning time The warning time can be set via the onboard monitor 1 amp Settings Frontal Coll Warning Activate the desired warning time on the Control Display The selected warning time is stored for the pro file currently in use Warning with braking function Display I
176. ic and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 START STOP BUTTON The concept Pressing the Start Stop button switches the ignition on or off and starts the engine Steptronic transmission the en gine starts in selector lever posi tion P or N with the brake pedal pressed when you press the Start Stop button Manual transmission the engine starts with the clutch pedal pressed when the Start Stop but ton is pressed Ignition on Steptronic transmission press the Start Stop button and do not press on the brake pedal at the same time Manual transmission press the Start Stop but ton without stepping on the clutch pedal All vehicle systems are ready for operation Most of the indicator and warning lights in the instrument cluster light up for a varied length of time 60 To save battery 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 clutch pedal Steptronic transmission shift to selector lever position P press the Start Stop button again without
177. idually configured The configuration is stored for the profile cur rently in use Activating SPORT Turn Driving Dynamics Control to the left until SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster Configuring SPORT Depending on your vehicle s optional features when the display is activated on the Control Display the SPORT driving mode can be config ured for individual specifications Activating SPORT Select Configure SPORT Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS Configure the program SPORT can also be configured before it is acti vated 1 amp Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Configure SPORT This configuration is retrieved when SPORT is activated Configuring driving program Settings can be made for the following driving programs in Driving mode gt GREEN refer to page 113 gt SPORT refer to page 113 Displays Program selection EE With Driving Dynamics Control SPORT turned on a list of programs is MID displayed and can be selected GREEN aaa Selected program The instrument cluster displays the selected program SPORT lt lt Display on the onboard monitor Program changes can be displayed on the on board monitor 1 Settings 2 Control display 3 Driving mode info 114 DRIVING STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS DRIVE OFF ASSISTANT This system supports driving off on inclines The parking brake is not required 1 Hold th
178. ient light Depending on your optional features lighting can be adjusted for some lights in the interior Activating deactivating On the Control Display 1 lt 3 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Ambient Settings are stored for the profile currently in use 94 Changing color ET Push the switch forward or back manual color change EEE Push and hold the switch forward or back automatic color change Push the switch again to end color changes Setting the brightness The brightness of the ambient light can be ad justed via the thumbwheel for the instrument lighting or on the Control Display On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Brightness 4 Adjust the brightness Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 SAFETY VEHICLE FEATURES AN TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not D OP AIRBAGS CONTROLS SAFETY necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 1 Front airbag driver 2 Front airbag front passenger 3 Head airbag Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to fro
179. ight occur when front airbag is activated gt Do not place slip covers seat cushions or other objects on the front passenger seat that are not approved specifically for seats with integrated side airbags gt Do not hang pieces of clothing such as jackets over the backrests gt Make sure that occupants keep their heads away from the side airbag and do not rest against the head airbag otherwise injuries might occur when airbag is activated gt Donotremove the airbag system gt Do not remove the steering wheel 96 gt Do not apply adhesive materials to the air bag cover panels do not cover them or modify them in any way gt Never modify either the individual compo nents or the wiring in the airbag system This also applies to steering wheel covers the dashboard the seats the roof pillars and the sides of the roofliner lt Even when you follow all instructions very closely injury from contact with the airbags cannot be ruled out in certain situations The ignition and inflation noise may lead to short term and in most cases temporary hear ing impairment in sensitive individuals Malfunction deactivation and after de ploying the airbags Do not touch the individual components imme diately after the system has been triggered otherwise you may risk burns Only have the airbags checked repaired or dis mantled and the airbag generator scrapped by the service center or an authorized repair shop
180. imum speed display 79 Maximum speed winter tires 182 Measure units of 85 Medical kit 209 Menu in instrument cluster 81 Menus refer to onboard mon itor operating concept 20 Messages see Check Con trol 73 Microfilter 134 137 MID program driving dy namics 113 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MINI Connected refer to Integrated Owner s Manual MINI maintenance sys tem 195 MINIMALISM Analyser 166 MINIMALISM info 165 Minimum tread tires 180 Mirrors 53 Mobile communication devi ces in the vehicle 155 Mobility System 183 Mode GREEN Mode 162 Modifications technical refer to Safety 7 Moisture in headlight 198 Monitor refer to Control Dis play 18 Mounting of child restraint systems 56 Multifunction steering wheel buttons 14 Multimedia refer to Integrated Owner s Manual N Navigation refer to Integrated Owner s Manual Neck restraints front refer to Head restraints 51 Neck restraints rear refer to Head restraints 52 New wheels and tires 181 Nylon rope for tow starting towing 212 O OBD Onboard Diagnos tics 196 Obstacle marking rearview camera 127 Octane rating refer to Recom mended fuel grade 172 Odometer 77 EVERYTHING FROM ATO Z Office refer to Integrated Owner s Manual Oil 190 Oil adding 191 Oil additives 191 Oil change 192 Oil change interval service re quirements 78 Oil filler neck 191 Oil types alternative 192 Oil
181. in incorrect readings Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after mounting snow chains as doing so may result in incorrect readings When driving with snow chains briefly activate Dynamic Traction Control if needed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 WHEELS AND TIRES MOBILITY Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph 50 km h when using snow chains 187 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 8 MOBILITY ENGINE COMPARTMENT ENGINE COMPARTMENT VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP necessarily available in your car e g due to TIONS the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and sys This chapter describes all standard country tems The respectively applicable country provi specific and optional features offered with the sions must be observed when using the respec series It also describes features that are not tive features and systems IMPORTANT FEATURES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1 Washer fluid reservoir 4 Jump starting positive terminal 2 Vehicle identification number 5 Jump starting negative terminal 3 Oil filler neck 6 Coolant reservoir HOOD If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide lines have any work on the vehicle performed Hints only by a service center If work is not carried out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related Never attempt to perform any service or safe
182. in mm Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 WHEELS AND TIRES 45 aspect ratio in R radial tire code 17 rim diameter in inches 84 load rating not for ZR tires F speed rating before the R on ZR tires Speed letter T up to 118 mph 190 km h H up to 131 mph 210 km h V up to 150 mph 240 km h W up to 167 mph 270 km h Y up to 186 mph 300 km h Tire Identification Number DOT code DOT xxxx xxx 0115 xxxx Manufacturer code for the tire brand Xxx tire size and tire design 0115 tire age Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U S Department of Transportation Tire age DOT 0115 the tire was manufactured in the 1st week of 2015 Recommendation Regardless of wear and tear replace tires at least every 6 years Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A DOT Quality Grades Treadwear Traction AAA BC Temperature A B C MOBILITY All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 g times as well on the government course as a tire g
183. ing dynamics 112 Transmission lock releasing manually 70 Transmission manual trans mission 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 camera 126 Turn signal front 199 Turn signal side 204 Turn signals operation 65 Turn signals rear bulb re placement 201 U Unintentional alarm 44 Units of measure 85 Universal remote control 139 Unlock button Steptronic transmission 69 Unlocking locking via door lock 39 Unlocking locking with re mote control 37 Unlocking settings 42 REFERENCE Updates made after the edito rial deadline 7 Upholstery care 216 USB interface 144 V Vanity mirror 143 Vehicle battery 207 Vehicle battery replacing 207 Vehicle break in 154 Vehicle care 215 Vehicle features and op tions 6 Vehicle identification num ber 9 Vehicle jack 205 Vehicle paint 215 Vehicle storage 217 Vehicle wash 214 Ventilation 138 Ventilation refer to Parked car ventilation 138 VIN see vehicle identification number 9 Voice activation system 27 W Warning and indicator lamps see Check Control 73 Warning displays see Check Control 73 Warning messages see Check Control 73 Warning triangle 209 Warranty 7 Washer fluid 67 Washer nozzles wind shield 67 Washer system 65 Washing vehicle 214 Water on
184. ing how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as NOTES gt How various systems in your vehicle were operating gt Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were fastened gt How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal gt How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better under standing of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation occurs no data are re corded by the EDR under normal driving condi tions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location are recorded However other parties such as law enforce ment could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely ac quired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehi cle or the EDR is needed In addition to the ve hicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Va The vehicle identification number can be found in the engine compartment
185. ing the vehicle so that children e g cannot operate the glass sunroof and injure them selves lt 46 OPENING AND CLOSING At a glance Tilting the glass sunroof Press back the reel up to or be yond the resistance point and re lease it The glass sunroof is raised Opening glass sunroof When the glass sunroof is closed Press the reel back beyond the resistance point and release it twice The glass sunroof is opened Pressing the reel again stops the motion With the glass sunroof completely raised gt Slide reel back to the resist ance point and hold The glass sunroof is opened as long as the reel is pressed gt Press the reel back beyond the resistance point and re lease it The glass sunroof is opened Pressing the reel again stops the motion Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 OPENING AND CLOSING Comfort position If the glass sunroof stops before it is completely opened it is in the Comfort position In this po sition the wind noises in the interior are the least If desired continue the movement by pressing the reel Closing glass sunroof With the glass sunroof open gt Slide reel forward to the re sistance point and hold The glass sunroof is closed as long as the reel is pressed and stops in the raised posi tion gt Press the reel forward beyond the resist ance point and release it The glass sunroof is closed and s
186. ing triangle is located in the tailgate trim WAJIR FA P Ar FI ARAI A l i A FAIT AVAVA LJ bDi S AX d D LJ AY q EA g E J NI vVVIF LIN DLAD LE NEF LAULIVILIN I To 4 Insert and latch a new wiper blade in re mints verse order Do not fold down the wipers without 5 Fold down the wipers wiper blades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed this may damage the windshield lt 197 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY REPLACING COMPONENTS Replace the rear wiper blade Working on the lighting system 1 Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly When working on the lighting system 2 Turn the wiper blade all the way back you should always reel off the lights affected to prevent short circuits To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when replacing bulbs observe any instructions 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 reduce its service life 3 Continue turning the wiper blade all the way so that it pops out of the holder Use a clean tissue cloth or something similar or hold the bulb by its base lt 4 Press the new wiper blade into the holder until you hear it snap into place Light emitting diodes LEDs Some items of equipment use light emitting di
187. instrument cluster via the computer Display The following is displayed in the instrument cluster Speed limit detection The last speed limit detected Without a navigation system the traffic signals are grayed out af ter curves or longer stretches of roadway 75 80 With navigation system speed limit detection is not available A Without navigation system speed limit detection switched on but no speed limit or cancel lation is detected LIMIT INFO 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 information in the fol lowing situations gt In heavy fog rain or snowfall gt When signs are concealed by objects gt When driving very close to the vehicle in front of you When driving toward bright lights When the windshield behind the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered by a sticker etc gt Inthe event of incorrect detection by the camera gt Ifthe speed limits stored in the navigation system are incorrect gt In areas not covered by the navigation sys tem gt When roads differ from the navigation such as due to changes in road routing gt When passing buses or trucks with a speed sticker If the traffic signs are non conforming gt During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment Online Edition for Part no 01
188. ion During a braking inter vention up to a complete stop the engine may be shut down The braking intervention is executed only if DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on The braking intervention can be interrupted by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by actively moving the steering wheel Object detection can be restricted Limitations of the detection range and functional restric tions are to be considered System limits Detection range The system s detection potential is limited Thus a warning might not be issued or be is sued late E g the following situations may not be de tected gt Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed gt Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you or sharply decelerating vehicles Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance gt Two wheeled vehicles ahead of you Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the following situations SAFETY CONTROLS gt In heavy fog rain sprayed water or snow fall In tight curves gt Ifthe camera viewing field or the front windshield are dirty or covered gt Ifthe driving stability control systems are deactivated e g DSC OFF gt Up to 10 seconds after the start of the en gine via the Start Stop knob gt During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment gt If there is constant blinding effects because of oncoming light e g from the sun low i
189. is approximately at ear level Adjusting the height gt To raise push gt To lower press button arrow 1 and push headrest down Folding down head restraints Extending retracting head restraint Only fold down head restraint if no pas sengers are in the rear Fold out retracted headrests again if passengers are being carried Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 ADJUSTING CONTROLS in the rear otherwise there is increased risk of MIRRORS injury in the event of an accident Exterior mirrors General information The mirror on the passenger side is more curved than the driver s side mirror Depending on the vehicle equipment the mir ror setting is stored for the profile currently in use When the vehicle is unlocked via the re mote control the position is automatically re gt To lower flaps press the button arrow 1 trieved if this function is active and press down the head restraint Note Estimating distances correctly gt Fold back up pull up head restraints Removing Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear Do not estimate the distance to the traffic behind you based on what you see in the mirror as this will increase your risk of an Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question Fold the seat down refer to page 145 before accident lt removing the head restraint otherwise the head restraint cannot
190. is not pro duced via the shift paddles when switching briefly from D to manual mode Ending the sport program manual mode Push the selector lever to the right D is displayed in the instrument cluster Shift paddles for Steptronic Sport transmission The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow you to shift gears quickly while keeping both hands on the steering wheel gt Shift up briefly pull right shift paddle 70 gt Shift down briefly pull left shift paddle gt With the respective transmission version the lowest possible gear 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 The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in strument cluster followed by the current gear If the shift paddles on the steering wheel are used to shift gears in automatic mode the transmission temporarily switches to manual mode If the selector lever is still in selector lever posi tion D with the respective transmission version it is possible to switch back into the automatic mode gt Pull and hold right shift paddle Or gt In addition to the briefly pulled right shift paddle briefly pull the left shift paddle In the manual mode after conservative driving for a certain amount of time or if there has been no acceleration or shifting of the shift paddles wit
191. issued late or im properly Therefore always be alert and ready 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 braking systems might lead to accidents 104 At a glance Button in the vehicle Intelligent Safety button Switching on off Some Intelligent Safety systems are automati cally active after every departure Some Intelli gent Safety systems activate according to the last setting KOR Press button briefly gt The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed The systems are individually switched off ac cording to their respective settings gt LED lights up orange or goes out respective to their individual settings Adjust as needed Individual settings are stored for the profile currently in use KOE Press button again gt All Intelligent Safety systems are activated gt The LED lights up green KOE Hold down button gt All Intelligent Safety systems are turned off gt The LED goes out Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 SAFETY CONTROLS FRONT END COLLISION Hints WARNING WITH CITY BRAK Personal responsibility ING FUNCTION The system does not serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation The concept Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle s s
192. ith cold tires 185 50R17 86HM 2 9 42 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 40 R 18 86 W XL RSC 2 7 39 On 5 door models COOPER Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires a a D y HIRIO 175 65R1584HM 2 55 36 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 2 3 33 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 WHEELS AND TIRES Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI 205 45R17 88 VM _ 2 5 36 2 4 35 S XL A S RSC 205 45 R 17 88 V M S XL RSC 205 45 R 17 88 W XL RSC 175 60R 1686 HM 2 6 38 2 6 38 S XL RSC 205 40 R 18 86 W XL RSC Compact wheel Speed up to a max of T115 70R1590M 20 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 Tire inflation pressures at max speeds above 100 mph 160 km h Speeds above 100 mph 160 km h In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess of 100 mph 160 km h please observe and if necessary adjust tire pressures for speeds exceeding 100 mph 160 km h from the relevant table on the following pages Other wise tire damage and accidents could occur MOBILITY Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph 160 km h On 3 door models COOPER Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 175 65R1584HM S A
193. ition for transport and storage Secure the battery so that it does not tip over during transport FUSES Note Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown 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 The fuses are located in the passenger footwell under the dashboard 1 To open loosen screws arrow 1 2 Fold down the fuse holder arrow 2 Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet 3 Replace the fuse in question 4 The installation is done in reverse order from the removal 208 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 BREAKDOWN ASSISTANCE MOBILITY BREAKDOWN ASSISTANCE VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP WARNING TRIANGLE TIONS cee This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 The warning triangle is located in the tailgate To remove loosen the brackets HAZARD WARNING FLASH ERS FIRST AID KIT The first aid kit is located in the cargo area S
194. ition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS MID GREEN Balanced tuning of the shock absorbers for more comfort SPORT Consistently sporty tuning of the shock absorb ers for greater driving agility DRIVING DYNAMICS CON TROL The concept The Driving Dynamics Control helps to fine tune the vehicle s settings and features Choose between three different programs Driving Dy namics Control will activate the particular pro gram Operating the programs Driving Dynamics Control Program MID GREEN SPORT MID For balanced tuning With each starting operation MID is activated using the Start Stop button GREEN GREEN refer to page 162 provides consistent tuning to maximize range Activating GREEN Turn Driving Dynamics Control to the right until GREEN is displayed in the instrument cluster CONTROLS Configuring GREEN Via the Driving Dynamics Control 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 amp Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Configure GREEN Configure the program This configuration is retrieved when GREEN is activated SPORT Consistently sporty tuning of the engine control for greater driving agility With the appropriate equipment the tuning of the suspension also changes and SPORT can be indiv
195. itions make sure that blades are not frozen to the windshield 3 Press the wiper lever up beyond the point of resistance and hold it for approx 3 sec onds until the wiper remains in a nearly vertical position After the wipers are folded back down the wiper system must be reactivated Folding wipers back down Before switching the ignition on fold the wipers back down to the windshield otherwise the wipers may become damaged when they are activated lt 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Push wiper lever down Wipers move to their resting position and are ready again for operation WASHER FLUID Hints Antifreeze for washer fluid Antifreeze is flammable and can cause in jury if it is used incorrectly Therefore keep it away from possible sources of ignition Only keep it in the closed original container and inaccessible to children 67 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DRIVING Follow the notes and instructions on the con tainer United States The washer fluid mixture ratio is regulated by the U S EPA and many individual states do not exceed the allowable washer fluid dilution ratios limits that apply Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid con tainer Use BMW s Windshield Washer Concen trate or the equivalent lt Adding washer fluid Only add washer fluid when the engine is cool and then close the cover completely to avoid contact between t
196. ividual settings are stored for the profile currently in use KOM Press button again gt All Intelligent Safety systems are activated gt The LED lights up green ROR Hold down button gt All Intelligent Safety systems are turned off gt The LED goes out Warning with braking function Display If a collision with a person detected in this way is imminent a warning symbol appears on the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display r The red symbol is displayed and a signal AZAN sounds Intervene immediately by braking or make an evasive maneuver Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself herself to react During a warning the maximum brak ing force is used Premise for the brake booster SAFETY CONTROLS is sufficiently quick and sufficiently hard step ping 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 inter vention up to a complete stop the engine may be shut down The braking intervention is executed only if DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on The braking intervention can be interrupted by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by actively moving the steering wheel Object detection can be restricted Limitations of the detection range and functional restric tions are to be considered System limits
197. iving PRES Press button with the system inter rupted Desired speed and distance are then continued with these settings The se 117 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS lected distance is briefly displayed in the info display In the following cases the stored speed value is deleted and cannot be called up again gt When the system is switched off gt When the ignition is switched off Changing between cruise control with without distance control Traffic ahead The cruise control does not react to traffic driving ahead of you but instead maintains the stored speed Take this factor into account you yourself must react otherwise there is the risk of an accident To reel over to cruise control Press and hold this button or a Press and hold this button o The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on and check control message is displayed as soon as the reel is made to cruise control To reel back to the camera based cruise con trol press one of the buttons Displays in the instrument cluster Desired speed 3 In addition to the indicator lamp the 55 desired speed is displayed in the central information display gt The indicator lights up green the system is active gt The indicator lights up orange the system has been interrupted gt No display system is switched off 118 DRIVING COMFORT Brief status disp
198. jects in the car s inte rior without securing them otherwise they may present a danger to occupants e g during braking and evasive maneuvers lt Do not place anti slip mats on the dash board Do not place anti slip mats on the dashboard The mat materials could damage the dash board lt OVERVIEW The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehicle interior gt Storage compartment in front of the cu pholders Storage tray in the center console Glove compartment on the front passenger side gt Storage compartment above the glove compartment gt Storage compartment in the center arm rest gt Compartments in the doors Pockets on the backrests of the front seats GLOVE COMPARTMENT Note Close the glove compartment again im mediately Close the glove compartment immediately after use while driving otherwise injury may occur during accidents lt Opening Pull the handle The light in the glove compartment switches on Closing Fold up the cover 147 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS STORAGE COMPARTMENT ABOVE THE GLOVE COM PARTMENT Note Immediately close the storage compart ment Close the storage compartment immediately after use while driving otherwise injury may occur during accidents lt Opening Press the lower edge of the cover Closing Push the cover back into the original position C
199. lamp Depending on how the vehicle is equip A ped the indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster indicates whether the sys tem is switched on Desired speed The desired speed is displayed together 55 with the symbol gt The indicator lights up green the system is active gt The indicator lights up orange the system has been interrupted gt No display system is switched off Brief status display lt Selected desired speed a If appears briefly on the display for Check Control messages it is possible that the system requirements are currently not ready for opera tions Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT PDC PARK DISTANCE CON TROL The concept PDC supports you when parking Slowly ap proaching an object behind or with the appro priate equipment also in front of your vehicle is signaled by gt Signal tones gt Visual display General information Ultrasound sensors in the bumpers measure the distances from objects The maneuvering range depending on obsta cles and environmental conditions is approx 6 ft 2 m An acoustic warning is first given gt By the front middle sensors and the two corner sensors at approx 24 in 60 cm gt By the rear middle sensors at approx 5 ft 1 50 m Hints Check the traffic situation as well PDC cannot serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situa tion Check t
200. lay Selected desired speed 5 If appears briefly on the display for Check Control messages it is possible that the system requirements are currently not ready for opera tions Distance to vehicle ahead of you Selected distance from the vehicle driving ahead is briefly displayed in the left hand por tion of the info display Distance display Distance 1 Distance 2 Distance 3 A Distance 4 A This value is set after the system is switched on ID Indicator warning lights Personal responsibility The indicator and warning lights do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her desired driving speed and style to the traffic conditions The vehicle symbol lights up orange S A vehicle has been detected ahead of you The vehicle symbol flashes orange S The conditions are not adequate for the system to work The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal The vehicle symbol flashes red and an S acoustic signal sounds You are requested to intervene by brak ing or make an evasive maneuver The system has been interrupted or dis tance control is temporarily suppressed because the accelerator pedal is being pressed a vehicle was not detected amp Distance control is temporarily sup pressed beca
201. lay values for power and torque are displayed Displaying sport instruments Via onboard monitor 1 em Vehicle info 2 Driving Excitement 3 Sports instruments Via the Driving Dynamics Control 1 Activating SPORT 2 amp Driving Excitement 3 Sports instruments DISPLAYS CONTROLS Vehicle state The following vehicle and surrounding area data are automatically checked and evaluated in succession gt Range gt Engine temperature gt External temperature gt SPORT program state Finally a total evaluation of the vehicle state is displayed Checking vehicle state Via onboard monitor 1 e Vehicle info 2 Driving Excitement 3 Vehicle and surroundings Via the Driving Dynamics Control 1 Activating SPORT 2 i Driving Excitement 3 Vehicle and surroundings SPEED WARNING The concept Displays speed limit which when reached should cause a warning to be issued The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed drops below the set speed limit once by at least 3 mph 5 km h Displaying setting or changing the limit On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Speed 3 Warning at 83 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS 4 Turn the controller until the desired limit is displayed 5 Press the controller The speed limit is stored Activating deactivating the limit On the Control Display
202. ller until the split screen is selected 4 Press the controller or select Split screen content 5 Select the desired menu item Split screen content W Split screen Arrow display Map facing north Map direction of travel Map perspective view Position amp Onboard info 24 ONBOARD MONITOR PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY BUTTONS General information 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 stored for the profile currently in use Saving a function 1 Highlight function via the onboard monitor 2 iG Press and hold the desired button until a signal sounds Running a function Press button The function will work immediately This means e g that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected Displaying the button assignment Touch buttons with bare fingers Do not wear gloves or use objects The key assignment is displayed at top edge of screen a 2 300m 4 Owner s Manual 16 r N i Quick reference Search by pictures G Owner s Manual Onboard info Trip computer Vehicle status Deleting the button assignments 1 Press buttons 1 and 6 simultaneously for approx five seconds Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 ONBOARD MONITOR 2 OK DELETING PERSONAL IN THE VEHIC
203. movement area unobstructed When changing the seat position keep the seat s area of movement unobstructed otherwise people might get injured or objects damaged lt Adjusting seats Overview 1 Forward backward 2 Thigh support 3 Height 4 Backrest tilt Forward backward Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired direction Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 After releasing the lever move the seat forward or back slightly making sure it engages prop erly Pull the lever up or press it down as often as needed to reach the desired height Pull the lever and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off as necessary The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re gion of the spine The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture CONTROLS ADJUSTING 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 door models entering the rear Folding back and locking the backrest Before driving off fold back and lock the backrests otherwise an unexpected seat movement may cause an accident lt Keep the movement area unobstructed When changing the seat position keep the seat s area of movement unobstructed otherwise people might get injured or objects damaged lt 49 Online Edition for
204. n the sky Warning sensitivity The more sensitive the warning settings are the more warnings are displayed However there may also be an excess of false warnings PEDESTRIAN WARNING WITH CITY BRAKING FUNCTION The concept The ystem can help prevent accidents with pe destrians The system issues a warning in the city driving speed area if there is imminent danger of a col lision with pedestrians and includes a braking function A camera at the base of the rearview mirror controls the system General information In daylight the system warns of possible colli sions with pedestrians at speeds from about 6 mph 10 km h to about 35 mph 60 km h shortly before a collision the system supports you with a braking intervention 107 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS SAFETY Under those circumstances it reacts to people who are within the detection range of the sys tem The detection area in front of the vehicle is div ided into two areas gt Central area arrow 1 directly in front of the vehicle gt Expanded area arrow 2 to the right and left A collision is imminent if pedestrians are lo cated within the central area A warning is is sued about pedestrians who are located within the extended area only if they are moving in the direction of the central area Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substitute for the driver s personal ju
205. n by all occupants before driving off For the occupants safety the belt locking mechanism triggers early Slowly guide the belt out of the holder when applying it If needed disengage the belt in the rear from the belt buckle on the side Although airbags enhance safety by providing added protection they are not a substitute for safety belts The two outer safety belt buckles integrated into the rear seat are for passengers sitting on the left and right The center rear safety belt buckle is solely in tended for the center passenger Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Hints One person per safety belt Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt Never allow infants or small children to ride on a passenger s lap lt Putting on the belt Lay the belt without twisting snugly across the lap and shoulders as close to the body as possible Make sure that the belt lies low around the hips in the lap area and does not press on the abdomen Otherwise the belt can slip over the hips in a frontal impact and in jure the abdomen The safety belt must not lie across the neck rub on sharp edges be routed over breakable ob jects or be pinched lt What reduces the restraining effect Avoid wearing bulky clothing and pull the shoulder belt periodically to readjust the tension Make sure that the belt is not jammed otherwise the belt can be damaged and the restraining effect i
206. n continuously Left LED on automatic recirculated air con trol a sensor detects pollutants in the out side air and shuts off automatically gt Right LED on recirculated air mode the supply of outside air into the vehicle is per manently blocked To prevent window condensation recirculated air mode switches off automatically after a cer tain amount of time depending on the external temperature If windows are fogged over switch off the recir culating mode and press the AUTO button Make sure that air can flow to the windshield 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 mode otherwise the air quality in the interior continuously deteriorates and window condensation increases lt Rear window defroster Press button CONTROLS The rear window defroster switches off auto matically after a certain period of time When Green mode refer to page 162 is acti vated the heater output is reduced Windshield defroster EES Press button The front window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time Defrosts windows and removes condensation Yeu Press button YY Ice and condensation are quickly re moved from the windshield and the front side windows Adjust air flow with the program active If the windows fog over also switch on the
207. n pressure Stop at a suitable location 2 Screw the connection hose onto the tire valve stem 3 Attach the connection hose directly to the compressor 4 Insert the connector into a power socket in side the vehicle Correct the tire inflation pressure to 2 5 bar Increase pressure with the ignition turned on or the engine running reel on the compressor gt To reduce the pressure press the but ton on the compressor 186 WHEELS AND TIRES Continuing the trip Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 50 mph 80 km h Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor refer to page Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor refer to page Replace the defective tire and the sealant con tainer of the Mobility System as soon as possi ble Fine 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 available from the service center Use Use only in pairs on the front wheels equipped with the tires of the following size gt 175 65 R 15 175 60 R 16 John Cooper Works 185 50 R 17 Follow the chain manufacturer s instructions Make sure that the snow chains are always suf ficiently tight Retighten as needed according to the chain manufacturer s instructions Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains as doing so may result
208. n the lid of the starting aid terminal 210 BREAKDOWN ASSISTANCE The body ground acts as the negative terminal of the battery Connecting the cables 1 Pull off the lid of the starting aid terminal 2 Attach one terminal clamp of the positive jumper cable to the 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 the battery or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle to be started 4 Attach one terminal clamp of the negative jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the corresponding engine or body ground of assisting vehicle 5 Attach the second terminal clamp to the negative terminal of the battery or to the corresponding engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started Starting the engine Never use spray fluids to start the engine 1 Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run for several minutes at an increased idle speed 2 Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be started in the usual way If the first starting attempt is not successful wait a few minutes before making another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 BREAKDOWN ASSISTANCE 3 Let both engines run for several minutes 4 Disconnect the jumper cables
209. ncy wheel bracket because of its size 3 Check tire inflation pressure at the next op portunity and correct as needed 4 Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 102 Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor refer to page 99 5 Replace the damaged tires as soon as pos sible Driving with emergency wheel Watch the speed when driving with the emergency wheel Drive conservatively and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h otherwise changed driving characteristics such as reduced lane stability while braking extended braking distance and changed self steering properties in the limit area lt Mount one emergency wheel only Only a single emergency wheel may be mounted Reinstall wheels and tires of the orig inal size as quickly as possible otherwise there is a Safety risk lt VEHICLE BATTERY Maintenance The battery is maintenance free i e the elec trolyte will last for the life of the battery Your service center will be glad to advise you on questions regarding the battery Battery replacement Use approved vehicle batteries only Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer otherwise the vehicle could be damaged and MOBILITY 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 ensure that all comfort features are fully available and that any
210. ndles differently when you lose tire inflation pressure e g your lane stability is re duced when braking braking distances are lon ger and the self steering properties will change Final tire failure Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate the final failure of a tire Reduce speed and stop otherwise pieces of the tire could come loose and cause an accident Do not continue driving and contact your service center lt INTELLIGENT SAFETY The concept Intelligent Safety enables central operation of the driver assistance system 103 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS SAFETY The intelligent safety systems can hel prevent an imminent collision gt Front end collision warning with City Brak ing function refer to page 105 gt Pedestrian warning with city braking func tion refer to page 107 Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle s surroundings at all times otherwise acci dents are still possible despite all warnings lt Adapting your speed and driving style The displays and warnings of the system do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving speed and style to the traffic conditions lt Be alert Due to system limitations warnings may be not issued at all or may be
211. ng conditions The tires can be rotated between the axles to achieve even wear Your service center will be glad to advise you After rotating check the tire pressure and cor rect if needed 182 WHEELS AND TIRES Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres sure indicated on the side wall of the tire RUN FLAT TIRES Label RSC label on the tire sidewall The wheels are composed of tires that are self supporting to a limited degree The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re main drivable to a restricted degree in the event of a tire inflation pressure loss Continued driving with a damaged tire refer to page 103 Continued driving with a damaged tire refer to page 100 Changing run flat tires For your own safety only use run flat tires No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire Your service center will be glad to advise you Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 WHEELS AND TIRES REPAIRING A FLAT TIRE Safety measures in case of a breakdown Park the vehicle as far away as possible from passing traffic and on solid ground Switch on the hazard warning system Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight ahead position and engage the steering wheel lock Secure
212. nic measuring might not function under the following circumstances gt For small children and animals gt For persons with certain clothing e g coats gt With external interference of the ultra sound e g from passing vehicles or loud machines gt When sensors are dirty iced over damaged or out of position gt Under certain weather conditions such as high relative humidity rain snowfall ex treme heat or strong wind gt With tow bars and trailer couplings of other vehicles gt With thin or wedge shaped objects gt With moving objects With elevated protruding objects such as ledges or cargo With objects with corners and sharp edges gt With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences gt For objects with porous surfaces Low objects already displayed e g curbs can move into the blind area of the sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT False warnings PDC may issue a warning under the following conditions even though there is no obstacle within the detection range gt In heavy rain gt When sensors are very dirty or covered with ice gt When sensors are covered in snow gt Onrough road surfaces gt On uneven surfaces such as speed bumps gt In large buildings with right angles and smooth walls e g in underground garages gt In automatic car washes gt Through hea
213. ns are displayed 4 Select an entry to call up detailed informa tion Symbols Symbols A Description No service is currently required The deadline for scheduled maintenance or a legally man dated inspection is approach ing The service deadline has al ready passed Entering appointment dates Enter the dates for the required inspections Make sure that the vehicle s date and time are set correctly Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 On the Control Display ep Vehicle info Vehicle status s Service required Vehicle inspection Date Adjust the settings a oe ee ee S Confirm The entered date is stored GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR The concept The system recommends the most fuel efficient gear for the current driving situation Depending on the vehicle s features and coun try version of the vehicle the gear shift indica tor is active in the manual mode of the Step tronic transmission and with manual transmission Suggestions to shift gear up or down are dis played in the instrument cluster Manual transmission displaying Example Fuel efficient gear is set Shift into fuel efficient gear Description DISPLAYS CONTROLS Steptronic transmission Displaying Example Fuel efficient gear is set Shift into fuel efficient gear Description SPEED LIMIT DETECTION The concept Speed limit detection Speed limit detection uses a symbol
214. ntal impacts in which safety belts alone would not provide ad equate restraint 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbags Side airbags In a lateral impact the side airbag supports the side of the body in the chest and lap area Head airbags In a lateral impact the head airbag supports the head 95 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS SAFETY Knee airbag The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal impact Protective action Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa tion e g in less severe accidents or rear end collisions Information on how to ensure the opti mal protective effect of the airbags gt Keep ata distance from the airbags gt Always grasp the steering wheel on the steering wheel rim holding your hands at the 3 o clock and 9 o clock positions to keep the risk of injury to your hands or arms as low as possible when the airbag is triggered gt There should be no person animals or ob jects between an airbag and a person gt Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area gt Dashboard and windshield on the front passenger side must stay clear do not at tach adhesive labels or coverings and do not attach brackets or cables e g for GPS devices or mobile phones gt Make sure that the front passenger is sitting correctly i e keeps his or her feet and legs in the footwell otherwise leg injuries m
215. ntly in use 91 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS LIGHTS CORNERING LAMP Position of switch 40 going around corners the cornering lamp also lights the interior area of the curve Below a speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h when the flasher is switched on and the steering angle is detected there is automatic activation Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed Cornering light is disrupted or failed Have the system checked as soon as possible HIGH BEAM ASSISTANT The concept When the low beams are activated this system automatically switches the high beams on and off The procedure is controlled by a camera on the front of the interior rearview mirror The as sistant ensures that the high beams are acti vated whenever the traffic situation allows The driver can intervene at any time and switch the high beams on and off as usual Note Personal 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 where required to avoid a safety risk 92 Activating The High beam Assistant can be activated when the low beams are activated 1 Depending on the equipment turn the light switch into position 2 or ZD 2 Press button on the turn signal lever arrow z The indicator lamp in the instrument 4 cluster lights up When
216. ome of the articles have a limited service life Check the expiration dates of the contents reg ularly and replace any expired items promptly JUMP STARTING General information The button is located above the Control Dis play If the battery is discharged the engine can be started using the battery of another vehicle and two jumper cables Only use jumper cables with fully insulated clamp handles Hints Do not touch live parts To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury always avoid all contact with electrical compo nents while the engine is running lt To prevent personal injury or damage to both vehicles adhere strictly to the following proce dure 209 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY Preparation Bodywork contact between vehicles Make sure that there is no contact be tween the bodywork of the two vehicles other wise there is a danger of short circuits 1 Check whether the battery of the other ve hicle has a voltage of 12 volts This informa tion can be found on the battery 2 Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi cle 3 Switch off any electronic systems power consumers in both vehicles Starting aid terminals Connecting order Connect the jumper cables in the correct order to prevent risk of injury from arcing The so called starting aid terminal in the engine compartment acts as the battery s positive ter minal Ope
217. ommunication devices can interfere with each other In addition there is no assurance that the radiation generated during transmis sion will be conducted away from the vehicle interior lt Hydroplaning Hydroplaning When driving on wet or slushy roads re duce your speed to prevent hydroplaning lt On wet or slushy roads a wedge of water can form between the tires and road surface This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan ing It is characterized by a partial or complete DRIVING TIPS loss of contact between the tires and the road surface ultimately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle Driving through water Observe water level and speed Do not exceed the maximum water level and maximum speed otherwise the vehicle s engine the electrical systems and the transmis sion may be damaged lt Drive through calm water only if it is not deeper than 9 8 inches 25 cm and at this height no faster than walking speed up to 3 mph 5 km h Braking safely Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a standard feature Applying the brakes fully is the most effective way of braking in situations needed Steering is still responsive You can still avoid any obstacles with a minimum of steering ef fort Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its active mode Objects in the area around the pedals No objects in the area around the pedals Ke
218. ooling or heating output and then keeps it constant Do not rapidly switch between different tem perature settings The automatic climate con trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature Air flow manual To manually adjust air flow turn off AUTO pro gram first Turn the ring to set the desired air volume Automatic climate control displays the selected amount of air flow The air flow of the automatic climate control may be reduced automatically to save battery power AUTO program en AUTO Press button Air flow air distribution and tempera ture are controlled automatically Depending on the selected temperature AUTO intensity and outside influences the air is di rected to the windshield side windows upper body and into the footwell The cooling function refer to page 136 and the automatic recirculation control refer to page 137 are automatically also switched on in the AUTO program To switch off the 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 136 CLIMATE CONTROL Turn the ring to set the desired intensity The selected intensity is displayed on the auto matic climate control Manual air distribution gt fi Press button repeatedly to select a a a program Upper body region Upper body region and footwell
219. orts of the head restraint 3 Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the mounting eye on the rear seat 4 Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it down Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY No persons on the back seat when there This locks various functions so that they cannot is a child restraint system with an upper be operated from the rear safety switch refer retaining strap on the front passenger seat to page 46 When there is a child restraint system with an upper retaining strap on the front passenger seat no one should sit in the back seat directly behind it otherwise there is an increased risk of injury due to the upper retaining strap lt Upper retaining strap when the backrest is folded down When the backrest is folded 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 lt ON 5 DOOR MODELS LOCK ING THE DOORS AND WIN DOWS Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors up The door can now be opened from the outside only Safety switch for the rear A Press button on the driver s door if children are being transported in the rear Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 59 CONTROLS DRIVING DRIVING VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specif
220. ote controlled system otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter The system such as the garage door can be operated using the button on the interior rear view mirror while the engine is running or when the ignition is started To do this hold down the button within 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 the left and right button on the interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly All stored functions are deleted The functions cannot be deleted individually CONTROLS DIGITAL COMPASS Overview 1 Control button 2 Mirror display Mirror display The point of the compass is displayed in the mirror when driving straight Operating concept Various functions can be called up by pressing the control button with a pointed object such as the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object The following setting options are displayed in succession depending on how long the control button is pressed gt Pressed briefly turns display on off gt 3 to 6 seconds compass zone setting gt 6 to 9 seconds compass calibration gt 9 to 12 seconds left right hand steering setting gt 12 to 15 seconds language setting Setting t
221. out Auto Start Stop function is activated Switching off the vehicle during an automatic engine stop During an automatic engine stop the vehicle can be switched off permanently e g when leaving it 1 Steptronic transmission engage selector lever position P 2 Press the Start Stop button The ignition is switched off The Auto Start Stop function is deactivated 3 Manual transmission shift into first gear or reverse 4 Set the parking brake Engine start as usual via Start Stop button Automatic deactivation In certain situations Auto Start Stop function is deactivated automatically for safety reasons as if the driver were absent Malfunction 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 The lever automatically engages after being pulled up 64 The indicator lamp lights up red The BRAKE parking brake is set Lower lamp indicator lamp in Canadian models Releasing Raise lever slightly press the button and guide the lever down Hints Use while driving On rare occasions if it is necessary to use the parking brake while driving do not use ex cessive force when applying it When using it keep the button on the lever depressed Otherwise using excessive force when applying the parking brake may cause the rear wheels to lock
222. play Hints gt To clean the Control Display follow the care instructions gt Do not place objects close to the Control Display otherwise the Control Display can be damaged gt Inthe case of very high temperatures on the Control Display e g due to intense so lar radiation the brightness may be re duced down to complete deactivation Once the temperature is reduced e g through shadow or climate control system the normal functions are re established Switching on 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Press the controller Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 ONBOARD MONITOR AT A GLANCE 3 Move in four directions 1 Press button 2 Turn off control display em Options Turn off contro display o Center Instrument iDrive Change profile O Display user list at startup Press button Function Controller with navigation system MENU Open the main menu The buttons can be used to open the menus di RADIO Opens the Radio menu rectly The controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu Some functions of the onboard monitor can be NAV Opens the Navigation menu operated using the touchpad on the controller TEL Opens the phone menu 1 Turn BACK Displays the previous panel OPTION Opens the Options menu Controller without navigation system The buttons can be used to open the menus di rectly The controller can be used to select
223. played again after the ignition is switched off FUEL GAUGE Vehicle tilt position may cause the display to vary The arrow beside the fuel pump symbol shows which side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on Notes on refueling refer to page 170 TACHOMETER Always avoid engine speeds in the red warning field In this range the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine ODOMETER AND TRIP ODOM ETER The concept Odometer and trip odometer are displayed in the instrument cluster DISPLAYS CONTROLS Resetting the trip odometer Press the knob gt The odometer is displayed when the ignition is switched off gt When the ignition is switched on the trip odometer is re set EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE If the indicator drops to 37 F 3 C a signal sounds A Check Control message is dis played There is an increased risk of ice on roads Ice on roads Even at temperatures above 37 F 3 C roads might be icy Therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads e g to avoid the increased risk of an accident TIME The time is displayed in the in strument cluster Setting the time on the Control Display refer to page 84 DATE The date is displayed in the in strument cluster Set the date on the Control Dis play refer to page 84 amp 01 10 12 77 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS RANGE
224. pping the engine 61 Storage compartments 147 Storage tires 182 Storing the vehicle 217 Suitable engine oils 192 Summer tires tread 180 Sun visor 143 Supplementary text mes sages 76 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Switch for Dynamic Driv ing 113 Switch on times parked car ventilation 138 Switch refer to Cockpit 14 Symbols 6 Symbols in the status field 23 T Tachometer 77 Tailgate 40 Tailgate via remote control 38 Tail lights 201 Technical changes refer to Safety 7 Technical data 220 Temperature air condi tioner 133 Temperature automatic cli mate control 135 Temperature display for exter nal temperature 77 Temperature engine 82 Tempomat see Camera based cruise control 115 Terminal starting aid 210 Text messages supplemen tary 76 Theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 43 Thigh support 49 Tilt alarm sensor 44 Time of arrival 82 Tire damage 180 Tire identification marks 178 Tire inflation pressure 174 Tire inflation pressure moni tor refer to FTM 102 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 98 Tires changing 181 Tire sealant 183 Tires everything on wheels and tires 174 Tires run flat tires 182 Tire tread 180 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z Tone refer to Integrated Owner s Manual Tools 197 Total vehicle weight 221 Touchpad 21 Tow fitting 212 Towing 211 Tow starting 211 TPM Tire Pressure Monitor 98 Traction control 112 TRACTION drive mode driv
225. pplies to safety related functions and sys tems The respectively applicable country provi sions must be observed when using the respec tive features and systems CAR WASHES General information Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves in the area below the windshield when the hood is raised Wash your vehicle frequently particularly in winter Intense soiling and road salt can dam age the vehicle Hints Steam jets or high pressure washers When using steam jets or high pressure washers hold them a sufficient distance away and use a maximum temperature of 140 F 60 C If the vehicle has a glass sunroof ensure that a distance of at least 31 5 inches 80 cm is main tained Holding them too close or using exces sively high pressures or temperatures can cause damage or preliminary damage that may then lead to long term damage Follow the user s manual for the high pressure washer 214 Cleaning sensors camera lenses with high pressure washers When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors and camera lenses on the outside of the vehicle for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 12 in 30 cm lt Automatic car washes Hints gt Give preference to cloth car washes or those that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint damage gt Make sure that the wheels and tires are not damaged by the transport mechanisms gt Fold in the exterior mirrors otherwise they may be damag
226. r Instrument Brightness Basic display Event display 7 Arrows pointing to the left or right indicate that additional panels can be opened Display of an opened menu When selecting a menu it generally opens with the panel that was last selected in that menu To display the first panel of a menu gt Move the controller to the left repeatedly until the first panel is displayed gt Press the menu button on the controller twice Opening the Options menu 7 IOPTION Press button The Options menu is displayed Options Turn off control display Center Instrument T Display Owner s Manual HD Radio reception Additional options move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed AT A GLANCE Options menu The Options menu consists of various areas gt Screen settings e g Split screen This area remains unchanged gt Control options for the selected main menu e g for Radio gt If applicable further operating options for the selected menu e g Store station Changing settings 1 Selecta field 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed Bass inn Balance Li i Fader i Volume settings Reset 3 Press the controller Activating deactivating the functions Several menu items are preceded by a check box It indicates whether the function is acti vated or deactivated Selecting t
227. r vehicle to potentially differing oper ating conditions and permit requirements If your vehicle does not comply with the homolo gation requirements in a certain country you cannot lodge warranty claims for your vehicle there Further information can be obtained from your Service Centre Maintenance and repairs Advanced technology e g the use of modern materials and high performance electronics requires suitable maintenance and repair work NOTES Therefore have this work performed only by a MINI service center or a workshop that works according to the manufacturer s repair proce dures for the MINI with respectively trained personnel If work is not carried out properly 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 you purchase accesso ries tested and approved by MINI and Genuine MINI Parts you simultaneously acquire the as surance that they have been thoroughly tested by MINI to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle MINI warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workmanship MINI will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and accessories not approved by MINI MINI cannot test every product made by other man ufacturers to verify if it can be used on a MINI safely and without risk to either the
228. raded 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 in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under control led conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hy droplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the ma terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehi cle Safety Standard No 109 Grades Band A represent higher levels of performance on the 179 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY laboratory tes
229. raking effect of the engine when traveling downhill Settings are saved for the profile currently be ing used 166 MINIMALISM driving style 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 various categories and is displayed on the Control Display Using this indication the individual driving style can be oriented toward conserving fuel The last fifteen minutes of a trip are evaluated The range of the vehicle can be extended by an efficient driving style This gain in range is dis played as a bonus range in the instrument clus ter and on the Control Display Functional requirement The function is only available in GREEN mode Calling up MINIMALISM Analyser Via the Driving Dynamics Control 1 Activate GREEN mode 2 MINIMALISM 3 Select the symbol Display Display on the Control Display oo bt fh 1234 gt The display of the MINIMALISM Analyser con sists of a fish which is riding along in a glass of water on the roof of the MINI and a table of values that rates the driving style in various cat Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 SAVING FUEL DRIVING TIPS egories The bonus range achieved by driving style that minimizes fuel consumption is dis played below the table of values The fish and the movements of the w
230. ramming individual buttons 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Press and hold the interior rearview mirror button to be programmed 3 As soon as the interior rearview mirror LED starts flashing slowly hold the hand held transmitter for the system to be controlled approx 1 to 3 in 2 5 to 8 cm away from the buttons of the interior rearview mirror The required distance depends on the manual transmitter Likewise press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand held trans mitter Release both buttons as soon as the interior rearview mirror LED flashes more rapidly The LED flashing faster indicates that the p Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT button on the interior rearview mirror has been programmed The system can then be controlled by the button on the interior rearview mirror If the LED does not flash faster after at least 60 seconds change the distance and re peat the step Several more attempts at dif ferent distances may be necessary Wait at least 15 seconds between attempts Canada if programming with the hand held transmitter was interrupted hold down the interior rearview mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand held transmitter button for 2 seconds Controls Before operation Before operating a system using the uni versal garage door opener ensure that there are no people animals or objects within the range of movement of the rem
231. re not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 GENERAL INFORMATION The engine oil consumption is dependent on the driving style and driving conditions The engine oil consumption can increase in case of for example gt Sporty driving gt Break in the engine gt Idling of the engine gt Usage of non approved engine oil grades Therefore regularly check the engine oil level after refueling The vehicle is equipped with electronic oil measurement The electronic oil measurement has two meas uring principles gt Status display gt Detailed measurement 190 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 level reaches the minimum level a check control message is displayed Requirements A current measured value is available after ap prox 30 minutes of driving During a shorter trip the status of the last sufficiently long trip is displayed With frequent short distance trips perform a detailed measurement Displaying the engine oil level On the Control Display 1 e Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 X Engine oil level
232. respectively applicable country provi sions must be observed when using the respec tive features and systems HINTS Overloading the vehicle To avoid exceeding the approved ca pacity of the tires never overload the vehicle Overloading can lead to overheating and in creases the rate at which damage develops in side the tires This could result in a sudden loss of tire inflation pressure lt No fluids in the cargo area Make sure that fluids do not leak into the cargo area otherwise the vehicle may be dam aged Heavy and hard objects Do not stow any heavy and hard objects in the car s interior without securing them oth erwise they may present a danger to occu pants e g during braking and evasive maneu vers lt LOADING DRIVING TIPS DETERMINING THE LOAD LIMIT 1 Locate the following statement on your ve hicle s placard gt The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY Ibs Otherwise damage to the ve hicle and unstable driving situations may result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load ca pacity For example if the YYY amount equals 1 000 Ibs and there will be four 150 Ibs pas sengers in your vehicle the amount of
233. road surfaces gt Ifamaximum number of parking attempts or the time taken for parking is exceeded gt Ifthe Park Distance Control PDC displays clearances that are too small gt When switching into other functions of the radio A Check Control message is displayed Resume An interrupted parking procedure can be con tinued if needed To do this follow the instructions on the dis play System limits No parking assistance The parking assistant does not offer assistance in the following situations gt In tight curves Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the following situations gt On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel roads On slippery ground gt With accumulations of leaves snow in the parking space gt With amounted emergency wheel Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT CONTROLS Limits of ultrasonic measurement Ultrasonic measuring might not function under the following circumstances gt For small children and animals gt For persons with certain clothing e g coats gt With external interference of the ultra sound e g from passing vehicles or loud machines gt When sensors are dirty iced over damaged or out of position gt Under certain weather conditions such as high relative humidity rain snowfall ex treme heat or strong wind gt With tow bars and trailer couplings of other vehicl
234. roads 155 Weights 221 Welcome lamps during un locking 37 237 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z Welcome lights 91 Wheels changing 181 Wheels everything on wheels and tires 174 Wheels Flat Tire Monitor FTM 102 Wheels Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 98 Window defroster rear 134 157 Windows powered 45 Windshield de froster 134 137 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 Winter tires tread 180 Wiper blades replacing 197 Wiper fluid 67 Wiper system 65 Wood care 216 Word match concept naviga tion 25 Wrench 197 oe Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 11 15 01 40 2 961 168 ue DRIVE ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15
235. rom http www tc gc ca roadsafety Ww Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 NOTES Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 11 WATCH ME Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 COCKPIT pm A pm j En g A AIr f EATI J R E CA N l D CY D _f a U es xX f gt j ran Ni LW LJ TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 L o LL M i 1 Power windows 2 Exterior mirror operation 3 Central locking system 4 Lights Front fog lights Parking lights s Low beams 14 Automatic headlight control Daytime running lights Corner illuminating lights High beam Assistant Instrument lighting 5 Steering wheel buttons left Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Cruise control on off inter rupt 115 Cruise control on off inter rupt 121 DJ X Store speed 115 121 IA m Resume speed 117 122 Setspe
236. rs For additional information refer to Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 102 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Illuminated the Tire Pressure Monitor signals a loss of tire inflation pressure in a tire Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers Flashing and then continuously illuminated no flat tire or loss of tire inflation pressure can be detected gt Interference through systems or devices with the same radio frequency after leav ing the area of the interference the system automatically becomes active again gt TPM could not conclude the reset perform the reset of the system again gt A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted have the service center check it if needed gt Malfunction have the system checked by your service center For additional information refer to Tire Pres sure Monitor refer to page 98 DISPLAYS CONTROLS Steering system Steering system in some cases defec e tive Have the steering system checked by the service center Engine functions Illuminated vehicle generates in creased exhaust emissions It is possible to continue driving Exhaust system in some cases defective Flashing increased engine load damages the catalytic converter Continue driving with a lower engine load Possible engine problem Have the vehicle checked by the service center For additional information refer to On board Diagnostics socket
237. rt 15 of the FCC Federal Communication Commission regulations Operation is governed by the following FCC ID LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS LX8CAS2 MYTCAS4 Compliance statement V V V V This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions gt This device may not cause harmful interfer ence and gt this device must accept any interference re ceived including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment CONTROLS WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL From the outside Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside with people inside the car as the vehicle can not be unlocked from inside without special knowledge lt Remove the key before pulling the door handle Before pulling the outside door handle remove the key to avoid damaging the paintwork and the key lt Unlock or lock the driver s door via the door lock using the integrated key refer to page 34 The other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside To do this unlock the lid from below with the integrated key arrow and remove Alarm system The alarm system is not armed if the vehicle is locked with the integrated key The alarm system is triggered when the door is opened if the vehicle was unlocked via the door lock In order to terminat
238. s Supplementary text messages Additional information such as on the cause of an error 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 76 Symbols Within the supplementary text the following functions can be selected independent of the check control message gt Ji Display additional information about the Check Control message in the Integrated Owner s Manual gt Service request Contact the service partner gt A Roadside Assistance Contact Roadside Assistance Hiding Check Control messages Press the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever gt Some Check Control messages are dis played continuously and are not cleared until the malfunction is eliminated If sev eral malfunctions occur at once the mes sages are displayed consecutively These messages can be faded for approx 8 seconds After this time they are dis played again automatically gt Other Check Control messages are faded automatically after approx 20 seconds They are stored and can be displayed again later Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Displaying stored Check Control messages On the Control Display 1 amp Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 fi Check Control 4 Select the text message Messages after trip completion Special messages displayed while driving are dis
239. s active whenever the vehicle is moving forward slow and straight even if the system is de activated When the system is deactivated the displays on the Control Display are shown in gray Parking using the parking assistant A Check the traffic situation as well Louds noises outside and inside the vehi cle can drown out the parking assistant s and PDC s signals Check the traffic situation around the vehicle with your own eyes otherwise there is a dan ger of an accident lt 1 Switch on the parking assistant and activate it if needed The status of the parking space search is in dicated on the display 2 Follow the instructions on the display The best possible parking position will come after gear change on the stationary vehicle wait for the automatic steering wheel move The end of the parking procedure is indi cated on the display 3 Adjust the parking position yourself if needed Interrupting manually The parking assistant can be interrupted at any time gt e Parking Assistant a gt Py Press button 130 DRIVING COMFORT Interrupting automatically The system is interrupted automatically in the following situations gt Ifthe driver grasps the steering wheel or if he takes over steering gt Ifa gear is selected that does not match the instruction on the display gt Ifthe vehicle speed exceeds approx 6 mph 10 km h gt Possible on snow covered or slippery
240. s for securing cargo 158 F Failure message see Check Control 73 False alarm refer to Uninten tional alarm 44 Fan refer to Air flow 133 136 Favorites buttons onboard monitor 24 Filler neck for engine oil 191 Fine wood care 216 First aid kit 209 Fitting for towing see tow fit ting 212 Flat tire changing wheels 204 Flat Tire Monitor FTM 102 Flat tire repairing 183 Flat tire Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 98 Flat tire warning lamp 99 102 Flooding 155 Floor carpet care 217 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Floor mats care 217 Fogged up windows 133 Folding back rear seat back rests 145 Fold out position windshield wipers 67 Foot brake 155 Front airbags 95 Front end collision warning with City Braking func tion 105 Front fog lights 93 front seat passenger airbags automatic deactivation 97 Front seat passenger airbags indicator lamp 97 FTM Flat Tire Monitor 102 Fuel 172 Fuel consumption current 78 Fuel consumption refer to Average fuel consump tion 82 Fuel filler flap 170 Fuel gauge 77 Fuel lid 170 Fuel quality 172 Fuel recommendation 172 Fuel tank capacity 224 Fuse 208 G Garage door opener refer to Universal Integrated Remote Control 139 Gasoline 172 Gear change Steptronic trans mission 69 Gear shift indicator 79 General driving notes 154 Glare shield 143 Glass sunroof refer to Panor amic glass sunroof 46 Glove compartment 1
241. s reduced Using the middle safety belt If the middle safety belt in the rear is used the larger side of the backrest must be locked Otherwise the safety belt will not have a restraining effect lt Buckling the belt Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle ADJUSTING CONTROLS 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 s seat and front passenger seat 74 The indicator lamp lights up and a sig Tr nal sounds Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly The safety belt reminder is active at speeds above approx 6 mph 10 km h It can also be acti vated if objects are placed on the front passen ger seat Damage to safety belts Wear and tear after accidents or when dam aged otherwise Have the safety belts including the safety belt tensioners replaced and have the belt anchors checked Check and replace safety belts This should only be done by your service center otherwise this safety feature might not work properly lt FRONT HEAD RESTRAINTS Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident Adjust the headrest via the backrest tilt as needed Adjusting the head restraint Adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats
242. s required maintenance measures and thereby provides support in maintaining road safety and the op erational reliability of the vehicle In some cases scopes and intervals may vary according to the country specific version Re placement work spare parts fuels and lubri cants and wear materials are calculated sepa rately Additional information is available from the service center CONDITION BASED SERVICE CBS Sensors and special algorithms take into ac count the driving conditions of your vehicle Based on this Condition Based Service recog nizes the maintenance requirements The system makes it possible to adapt the amount of maintenance corresponding to your user profile Detailed information on service requirements refer to page 78 can be displayed on the Con trol Display MAINTENANCE MOBILITY For service data Information on the required maintenance is continuously stored in the remote control Your service center will read out this data and sug gest the right array of service procedures for your vehicle Therefore hand your service specialist the re mote control that you used most recently Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat tery was disconnected are not taken into ac count If this occurs have a service center update the time dependent maintenance procedures such as checking brake fluid and if needed chang ing the engine oil and the microfilter activated charco
243. se particles of dust and road grime chafe in pores and folds and lead to increased wear and premature degradation of the leather surface To guard against discoloration such as from clothing provide leather care roughly every two months Clean light colored leather more frequently be cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially more visible 215 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY CARE Use leather care products otherwise dirt and grease will gradually break down the protective layer of the leather surface Suitable care products are available from the service center Upholstery material care Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner If upholstery is very dirty e g with beverage Stains use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaner Clean the upholstery down to the seams using large sweeping motions Avoid rubbing the ma terial vigorously Damage from Velcro fasteners Open Velcro fasteners on pants or other articles of clothing can damage the seat covers Ensure that any Velcro fasteners are closed Caring for special components Light alloy wheels When cleaning the vehicle use only neutral wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9 Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets above 140 F 60 C Follow the manufac turer s instructions Aggressive acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can destroy the protective layer of
244. sed via the voice activation system gt Thesystem uses a special microphone on the driver s side gt Verbal instructions in the Owner s Manual to use with the voice activation sys tem REQUIREMENTS Via the Control Display set a language that is also supported by the voice activation system so that the spoken commands can be identi fied Set the language refer to page 85 USING VOICE ACTIVATION Activating the voice activation system 1 e Wait for the signal Press button on the steering wheel Say the command A command that is recognized by the voice activation system is announced and dis played in the instrument cluster This symbol in the instrument cluster indi cates that the voice activation system is active If no other commands are available operate the function via the onboard monitor Terminating the voice activation system aa Briefly press the button on the steering wheel or gt Cancek POSSIBLE COMMANDS Most menu items on the Control Display can be voiced as commands The available commands depend on the menu that is currently displayed on the Control Dis play There are short commands for many functions You may select lists such as phone lists via voice activation Read these lists out loud ex actly as they show in the respective list Having possible commands read aloud You can have available commands read out loud for you Voice commands E g if t
245. sing the driver s door gt Unfastening of the driver s safety belt gt When automatically switching from low beams to parking lights If the engine is switched off and the ignition is switched on the system automatically switches to the radio ready state if the lights are turned off or if correspondingly equipped the day time running lights are activated STARTING THE ENGINE Hints Enclosed areas Do not let the engine run in enclosed areas since breathing in exhaust fumes may lead to loss of consciousness and death The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas Unattended vehicle Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running doing so poses a risk of danger Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run ning set the parking brake and place the trans mission in selector lever position P or N to pre vent the vehicle from moving lt Repeated starting in quick succession Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat edly and in quick succession Otherwise the fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned DRIVING CONTROLS posing a risk of overheating and damage to the catalytic converter lt Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary Start driving at moderate engine speeds Steptronic transmission Starting the engine 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Engage selector lever position P or N 3 Press the Start
246. ssible until after approx 2 seconds gt The engine can only be started if the re mote control is in the vehicle On the driver s or front passenger s door han dle press the button arrow This corresponds to pressing the remote control button amp Locking On the driver s or front passenger s door han dle press the button arrow This corresponds to pressing the remote control button F To save battery power ensure that all power consumers are turned off before locking the vehicle Convenient closing Monitor closing Monitor closing to ensure that no one be comes trapped lt 41 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS Press and hold down the handle of the driver or the front seat passenger This corresponds to pressing the remote control button F In addition to locking the windows and glass sunroof will be closed Unlock the tailgate Press button on tailgate s exterior This corresponds to pressing the remote control button g The situation of the doors does not change 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 locked inside the vehicle when the tailgate is closed lt Malfunction Remote control detection by the vehicle can among others be malfunctioning under the fol lowing circumstances gt The battery of the remote control
247. sure and correct as needed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 gt Carry outa reset of the system after a tire change System limits The system does not function properly if a reset has not been carried out e g a flat tire is re ported though tire inflation pressures are cor rect The tire inflation pressure depends on the tire s temperature Driving or exposure to the sun will increase the tire s temperature thus in creasing the tire inflation pressure The tire in flation pressure is reduced when the tire tem perature falls again These circumstances may cause a warning when temperatures fall very sharply Malfunction The yellow warning lamp flashes and rf then lights up continuously A Check Control message is displayed No flat tire or loss of tire pressure can be detected Display in the following situations gt Awheel without TPM electronics such as an emergency wheel is mounted have the service center check it if needed gt Malfunction have the system checked by your service center gt TPM was unable to complete the reset Re set the system again gt Interference through systems or devices with the same radio frequency after leav ing the area of the interference the system automatically becomes active again Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold
248. t The rearview camera image is displayed when the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the button Display Signal tones When approaching an object an intermittent sound indicates the position of the object E g if an object is detected to the left rear of the ve hicle a signal tone sounds from the left rear speaker The shorter the distance to the object the shorter the intervals If the distance to a detected object is less than approx 10 in 25 cm a continuous tone is sounded If objects are located both in front of and to the rear of the vehicle an alternating continuous signal is sounded The signal tone is switched off when selector lever position P is engaged on vehicles with Steptronic transmission Volume The volume of the PDC signal tone can be ad justed similar to the sound and volume settings of the radio Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Visual warning The approach of the vehicle to an object can be shown on the Control Display Objects that are farther away are already displayed on the Con trol Display before a signal sounds 124 DRIVING COMFORT A display appears as soon as Park Distance Control PDC is activated The range of the sensors is represented in col ors red green and yellow When the image of the rearview camera is dis played the reel can be made to PDC Rav Rear view camera System limits Limits of ultrasonic measurement Ultraso
249. t animations of the tachometer s basic display show the current RPMs and the respec tive RPM warning margins Display gt Arrow 1 current RPM gt Arrow 2 prewarning field 85 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DISPLAYS gt Arrow 3 warning field Switching on off LED ring 1 amp Settings 2 Center Instrument 3 Center Instrument Adjusting the LED ring 1 3 Settings 2 Center Instrument 3 Basic display or Event display 4 Select desired setting Setting the brightness The brightness can be adjusted when night lighting is active in the instrument cluster 1 Settings 2 Center Instrument 3 Brightness 4 Turn the controller Settings are stored for the profile currently in use HEAD UP DISPLAY The concept This system projects important information into the driver s field of vision e g the speed The driver can quickly absorb information and concentrate on the traffic situation 86 Hints Do not move the moving parts manually Do not move the moving parts manually and keep the area of movement of these parts clear otherwise the system is damaged lt 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 the system can be damaged lt Keep the closing path clear Monitor retraction of th
250. t efficiency can be displayed MINIMALISM info The following systems are displayed gt Auto Start Stop function gt Energy recovery gt Climate control output gt Coasting Displaying GREEN mode tips i GREEN Tips Driving instruction and an additional symbol are displayed Settings are stored for the profile currently in use Coasting The concept The system helps to conserve fuel To do this under certain conditions the engine is automatically decoupled from the transmis sion when selector lever position D is set The vehicle continues traveling with the engine SAVING FUEL DRIVING TIPS idling to reduce fuel consumption Selector lever position D remains engaged This driving condition is referred to as coasting As soon as the brake or 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 activated when GREEN mode is called via the Driving Dynamics Control refer to page 113 The function is available in a certain speed range A proactively driving style helps the driver to use the function as often as possible and sup ports the fuel conserving effect of coasting Safety mode The function is not available under one of the following conditions gt DSC OFF or TRACTION activated gt Driving in the dynamic limit range and on steep up
251. t profile Resetting profiles The settings of the active profile are reset to their default values 1 amp Settings 2 Profiles The current profile is selected Open Options Reset current profile Exporting profiles Most settings of the active profile can be ex ported Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 OPENING AND CLOSING This can be helpful for securing and retrieving personal settings before delivering the vehicle to a workshop e g Profiles can be taken to an other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro file function Export is made via the USB port to a USB de vice Popular file systems for USB devices are sup ported FAT32 and exFAT are the recom mended formats for profile export Other for mats may not support the export Settings Profiles Export profile USB device eo p Importing profiles Profiles stored on a USB device can be im ported via the USB interface Existing settings are overwritten with the im ported profile 63 Settings Profiles Import profile USB device eS Using the guest profile The guest profile is for individual settings that are saved in none of the three personal profiles This can be useful for drivers who are using the vehicle temporarily and do not have their own profile 1 3 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Guest 4 Adjust the settings The guest profile cannot be renamed It is not assigned to th
252. t there is excessive misfir ing in the engine Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys tem checked immediately otherwise seri ous engine misfiring within a brief period can seriously damage emission control 196 components in particular the catalytic con verter Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REPLACING COMPONENTS MOBILITY EDI ACING CORADONENTS A r om Lha Ni J k a A N VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP Folding down wipers before opening the slid ec a A hood TIONS Before opening the hood ensure that the wiper This chapter describes all standard country arms with the wiper blades are against the specific and optional features offered with the windshield to prevent damage lt series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to Replacing the wiper blades the selected options or country versions This also applies to safety related functions and sys tems The respectively applicable country provi 2 Open the wiper blade lock arrow sions must be observed when using the respec tive features and systems 1 Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly Pull the wiper blade down first out of the holder on the wiper arm arrow 1 Then pull the wiper blade free from the holder of the wiper arm arrow 2 The onboard vehicle tool kit is located in the trough under the cargo area floor The warn
253. t wheel than the minimum re quired by law Temperature grade for this tire The temperature grade for this tire is es tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinfla tion or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure If necessary have the vehicle towed lt RSC Run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 182 are labeled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the sidewall M S Winter and all season tires with better cold weather performance than summer tires TIRE TREAD Summer tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0 12 in 3 mm There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if the tread depth is less than 0 12 in 3 mm Winter tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than 0 16 in 4 mm Below a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm tires are less suitable for winter operation 180 WHEELS AND TIRES 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 marked on the side of the tire with TWI Tread Wear Indicator TIRE DAMAGE General information Inspect your tires often for damage foreign ob jects lodged in the tread and tread wear Hints Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces as well as debris curbs and other obstacles
254. tart Stop function OFF 16 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 COCKPIT AT A GLANCE ALL AROUND THE ROOFLINER 1 SOS 2 3 WD Emergency Request 4 we Ambient light i Indicator lamp front seat passen 5 Glass sunroof ger airbag Reading lights 6 Interior lights 17 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE ONBOARD MONITOR VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 THE CONCEPT The onboard monitor combines the functions of a multitude of switches Thus these func tions can be operated from a central location Using the onboard monitor during a trip To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard 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 lt 18 ONBOARD MONITOR CONTROL ELEMENTS ATA GLANCE Control elements 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons and depending on the equipment version with touchpad Control Dis
255. ted The system may not be fully functional in the following situations gt When an object was not correctly detected gt In heavy fog rain sprayed water or snow fall In tight curves gt Ifthe camera viewing field or the front windshield are dirty or covered gt When driving toward bright lights gt Upto 20 seconds after the start of the en gine via the Start Stop knob gt During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle shipment Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 DRIVING COMFORT CRUISE CONTROL The concept The system is functional at speeds beginning at approx 20 mph 30 km h It maintains the speed that was set using the control elements on the steering wheel The system brakes on downhill gradients if en gine braking is insufficient Unfavorable conditions Do not use the system if unfavorable con ditions make it impossible to drive at a constant speed e g gt On winding roads gt In heavy traffic gt On slippery roads in fog snow or rain or on a loose road surface Otherwise you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident lt General information The system is functional at speeds beginning at approx 20 mph 30 km h Depending on the set drive mode refer to page 113 the features of the cruise control can change in certain areas Controls Overview Press button Function System on off interrupt Store
256. ter a break in time Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300 km Retreaded tires The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec ommend the use of retreaded tires 181 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY Retreaded tires Possibly substantial variations in the de sign and age of the tire casing structures can limit service life and have a negative impact on road safety lt Winter tires Winter tires are recommended for operating on winter roads Although so called all season M S tires provide better winter traction than summer tires they do not provide the same level of performance as winter tires Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires then a respective symbol is displayed in your field of vision You can obtain this sign from the tire specialist or from your service center Maximum speed for winter tires Do not exceed the maximum speed for the respective winter tires otherwise tire dam age and accidents can occur lt Run flat tires If you are already using run flat tires for your own safety you should replace them only with the same kind No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire Your service center will be glad to advise you Rotating wheels between axles Different wear patterns can occur on the front and rear axles depending on individual drivi
257. ter for suitable additives COOLANT LEVEL Checking There are yellow Min and Max marks in the coolant reservoir 1 Let the engine cool COOLANT MOBILITY 2 Turn the coolant reservoir lid counterclock wise to unscrew and open it 3 The coolant level is correct if it lies between the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck Adding 1 Let the engine cool 2 Turn the coolant reservoir lid counterclock wise to unscrew and open it gil e 3 Ifthe coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 193 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY COOLANT 4 Close cap 5 Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible DISPOSAL Ky Comply with the relevant environmen tal protection regulations when dispos ing of coolant and coolant additives ie Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MAINTENANCE VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 MINI MAINTENANCE SYSTEM The maintenance system indicate
258. therwise it cannot reach its carrying capacity because of the restricted height gt If the vehicle is raised do not lie under the vehicle and do not start the engine other wise a fatal hazard exists lt MOBILITY Use the vehicle jack only for changing wheels Use the vehicle jack only for changing wheels Do not attempt to use it to jack up a different type of vehicle or cargo of any kind otherwise this could cause material damage and personal injury lt The emergency wheel is housed in a well on the underbody of the vehicle The screw con nection of the emergency wheel is located in the trunk under the floor mat on the floor of the storage compartment for the wheel chang ing set 1 Loosen the nut from the wheel change set using the wheel wrench X 4 pa Remove the retaining plate 3 Screw wheel lug wrench onto the thread and hold in place with one hand 205 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY REPLACING COMPONENTS 4 Unlock the locking hexagon of the emer jacking point with the entire surface on the gency wheel well using the hexagon at ground tached to retaining plate 2 Insert the vehicle jack head in the rectan 5 Lower the emergency wheel with the wheel gular recess of the jacking point for crank wrench ing it up Unscrewing the wheel wrench 3 Crank it up until the wheel in question lifts Pull out the well with emergency wheel un of
259. time running lights Fog lights 1 Low beams high beams 2 Turn signal Parking lights 2 Fog lights 1 Daytime running lights 2 Low beams high beams Follow the general instructions on lights and 3 Turn signal bulbs refer to page The lights feature LED technology Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs refer to page 199 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY REPLACING COMPONENTS Bulbs H4 With white turn signal lights PWY24W 1 Open the hood refer to page 1 Turn the steering wheel 2 Turn the lid counterclockwise arrow and 2 Turn the lid counterclockwise arrow 1 and remove remove Pull off the connector 3 Unscrew the inner lid counterclockwise I Unclip spring clip arrow and fold down and remove it 5 Remove the bulb from the headlight hous 4 Pull bulb holder out of the bulb housing if ing needed loosen it with small tilting move ments if possible 6 Insert the new bulb and install the cover in the reverse order Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs refer to page Bulbs PW24W 5 Pull the bulb out of the fixture 6 Insert the new bulb and install the cover in the reverse order 200 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REPLACING COMPONENTS MOBILITY gt Turn the bulb holder of the fog lamp counterclockwise arrow
260. ting COOPER COOPER D ONE ONE D COOPER S COOPER SD MOBILITY JOHN COOPER WORKS Threaded holes for the tow fitting are located in the front and rear of the vehicle on the right side with respect to the direction of travel Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge Tow starting 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 If possible do not tow start the vehicle but start the engine by jump starting refer to page If the vehicle is equipped with a cat alytic converter only tow start while the engine is cold 1 Switch on the hazard warning system and comply with local regulations Ignition refer to page 60 on Engage third gear Have the vehicle tow started with the clutch pedal pressed and slowly release the pedal After the engine starts immediately press on the clutch pedal again 5 Stop ata suitable location remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warning system 6 Have the vehicle checked 213 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY CARE CARE VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options or country versions This also a
261. tomatic car washes e g P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary The drive wheels are blocked Before exiting the vehicle make sure that se lector lever position P is set Otherwise the ve hicle may begin to move Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Kickdown Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driving performance Step on the accelerator pedal be yond the resistance point at the full throttle po sition Engaging a selector lever position Press on the brake pedal until you start driving To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a gear maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start lt The selector lever can only be taken out of se lector lever position P if the ignition is on or the engine is running With the vehicle is stationary press on the brake pedal before shifting out of selector lever position P or N otherwise the selector lever is blocked shift lock A lock prevents inadvertent shifting into selec tor lever position P or R Canceling the lock Press button on the front of the selector lever arrow DRIVING CONTROLS Sport program and manual mode M S Activating the sport program gt aa 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 instrument cluster The sport program of the transmission is acti vated Acti
262. tons and then pull the As the case may be the doors are also un door handle above the armrest or pull the door locked Unlocking with the remote control handle on the door to open the door The other refer to page 38 COO TERA OKEN The tailgate is unlocked and can be swung up ward TAILGATE Opening from the inside Hints Pza With the vehicle is stationary press the button in the driver s footwell Keep the closing path clear Make sure that the closing path of the tailgate is clear otherwise injuries may result 4 0 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 OPENING AND CLOSING Closing CONTROLS Unlocking Recessed grips on the inside trim of the tailgate can be used to conveniently pull down the tail gate COMFORT ACCESS The concept The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control All you need to do is to have the remote control with you such as in your pants pocket The vehicle automatically detects the remote control when it is in close proximity or in the car s interior Comfort Access supports the following func tions Unlocking locking of the vehicle V Convenient closing V Separate unlocking of the tailgate V Start the engine Functional requirements gt There are no sources of interference nearby gt To lock the vehicle the remote control must be located outside of the vehicle gt The next unlocking and locking cycle is not po
263. tops in the raised position Pressing the reel toward the back stops the motion gt Press the reel forward beyond the resist ance point and release it twice The glass sunroof is closed Pressing the reel again stops the motion With the glass sunroof completely raised Press the reel forward beyond the resistance point and release it The glass sunroof is closed Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a glass sunroof closes the closing action is inter rupted The glass sunroof reopens slightly CONTROLS Danger of jamming even with pinch pro tection Despite the pinch protection system check that the glass sunroof s closing path is clear other wise the closing action may not be interrupted in certain extreme situations such as when thin objects are present Closing without the pinch protection system E g if there is an external danger proceed as follows 1 Press the reel forward beyond the resist ance point and hold it The pinch protection is limited and the glass sunroof reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain margin 2 Press the reel forward again beyond the re sistance point and hold until the glass sun roof closes without jam protection Make sure that the closing area is clear Initializing after a power failure After a power failure it can happen that the glass sunroof can only be raised The system must be initialize
264. trength Phone status VV Vv VV OV Traffic bulletin reception Status field symbols The symbols are grouped as follows Radio symbols H HD Radio station is being received Y Satellite radio is switched on AT A GLANCE Telephone symbols Y Incoming or outgoing call aS Missed call all Wireless network reception strength Symbol flashes network search lll Wireless network is not available ey Bluetooth is switched on A Roaming is active Text message was received mO Check the SIM card mA SIM card is blocked ZA SIM card is missing a Enter PIN Entertainment symbols E1 6 DVD changer amp g Music collection o an Gracenote database K AUX IN port p USB audio interface Mobile phone audio interface Additional symbols N Spoken instructions are turned off 23 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 AT A GLANCE SPLIT SCREEN General information Additional information can be displayed on the right side of the split screen e g information from the on board comupter In the divided screen view the so called split screen this information remains visible even when you change to another menu Switching the split screen on and off On the Control Display OPTION l 1 Press button 2 Split screen Selecting the display On the Control Display OPTION Press button Split screen Move the contro
265. trol Display 1 Settings 2 Climate 3 Activate comf ventilation amp The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes if the system is switched on Preselecting the reel on time On the Control Display Settings Climate Timer 1 or Timer 2 S Set the desired time Activating the reel on time On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Climate 3 Activate timer 1 or Activate timer 2 amp The symbol on the automatic climate con trol lights up when the reel on time is acti vated amp The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes when the system has been switched on The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours After that it needs to be reacti vated Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT INTERIOR EQUIPMENT VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car e g due to the selected options 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 UNIVERSAL INTEGRATED RE MOTE CONTROL The concept The Universal Integrated Remote Control can operate up to 3 functions of remote controlled systems such as
266. trol Display 1 e Vehicle info 2 Vehicle status 3 1 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The status is displayed Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Status control display Tire and system status are indicated by the color of the tires and a text message on the Control Display All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning rela tive to the tire inflation pressures stored during the last reset One wheel is yellow A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in the indicated tire All wheels are yellow A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in several tires Wheels gray The system cannot detect a flat tire due toa malfunction Status information The status control display additionally shows the current tire inflation pressures It shows the actual values read they may vary depending on driving style or weather conditions Carry out reset Reset the system after each adjustment of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change On the Control Display and on the vehicle em Vehicle info Vehicle status 1 Perform reset Start the engine do not drive off Pre YS Reset the tire inflation pressure using Perform reset 6 Drive away The tires are shown in gray and the status is displayed SAFETY CONTROLS After driving faster than 19 mph 30 km h for a short period the set tire inflation pressures are accepted as re
267. tton on the remote control is pressed Locking Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside with people inside the car as the vehicle can not be unlocked from inside without special knowledge lt The driver s door must be closed eal Press button on the remote control The alarm system refer to page 43 is armed If the vehicle horn honks twice when you lock the car this means that the engine or ignition is still switched on In this case the engine or ig nition must be switched off by means of the Start Stop button Switching on interior lights and courtesy lights Press button on the remote control EE with the vehicle locked This function is not available if the interior lamps were switched off manually If the button is pressed within 10 seconds of when the vehicle was locked Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor of the anti theft warning system refer to page 44 are turned off After locking wait 10 seconds before press ing the button again 38 OPENING AND CLOSING 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 c To switch off the alarm press any button Unlock the tailgate Press button on the remote control for approx 1 second The tailgate opens slightly regardless of whether the vehicle was previously locked or unlocked Depending on th
268. ty hazards lt repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training Working in the engine compartment 195 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 ENGINE COMPARTMENT Never reach into the engine compart ment Never reach into spaces or gaps in the engine compartment otherwise there is a risk of in jury e g from rotating or hot parts Fold down wiper arm Before opening the hood ensure that the wiper arms are against the windshield or this may result in damage lt Opening the hood 1 Pull lever arrow 1 Hood is unlocked 2 After the lever is released 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 that the hood is not completely closed while driving pull over im mediately and close it securely lt Danger of jamming Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear otherwise injuries may result MOBILITY Let the hood fall from approx 16 in 40 cm ar row The hood must audibly engage on both sides 189 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 MOBILITY ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL VEHICLE FEATURES AND OP TIONS This chapter describes all standard country specific and optional features offered with the series It also describes features that a
269. types approved 192 Old batteries disposal 208 On board computer 81 Onboard Diagnostics OBD 196 Onboard monitor 18 Onboard monitor operating concept 18 Onboard vehicle tool kit 197 Opening closing 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 safety 7 P Paint vehicle 215 Panoramic glass sunroof 46 Parallel parking assistant 127 Park Distance Control PDC 123 Parked car ventilation 138 Parked vehicle condensa tion 156 Parking aid refer to PDC 123 Parking assistant 127 Parking brake 64 Parking lights 90 REFERENCE Passenger side mirror tilting downward 54 Pathway lines rearview cam era 126 PDC Park Distance Con trol 123 Pedestrian warning with city braking function 107 Performance Control 112 Personal Profile 35 Phone refer to Integrated Owner s Manual Pinch protection system glass sunroof 47 Pinch protection system win dows 45 Plastic care 216 Power failure 207 Power windows 45 Pressure tire air pressure 174 Pressure warning tires 102 Profile refer to Personal Pro file 35 Protective function glass sun roof 47 Protective function win dows 45 Push and turn switch refer to Controller 19 R Radiator fluid 193 Radio operated key refer to Remote control 34 Radio ready state 60 Radio refer to Integrated O
270. u tion 133 136 Individual settings refer to Personal Profile 35 Inflation pressure tires 174 Inflation pressure warning tires 102 Info display refer to On Board computer 81 Initialize Tire Pressure Moni tor TPM 99 Initializing Flat Tire Monitor FTM 102 Instrument cluster 72 Instrument cluster electronic displays 73 Instrument lighting 93 Integrated key 34 Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle 30 Intelligent Safety 103 Intensity AUTO program 136 233 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE Interior equipment 139 Interior lights 93 Interior lights during unlock ing 37 Interior lights with the vehicle locked 38 Interior motion sensor 44 Interior rearview mirror auto matic dimming feature 55 Interior rearview mirror com pass 141 Interior rearview mirror man ually dimmable 54 Internet site 6 Interval display service re quirements 78 Interval mode 66 J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 205 Joystick Steptronic transmis sion 69 Jump starting 209 K Key remote control 34 Keyless Go refer to Comfort Access 41 Key Memory refer to Personal Profile 35 Kickdown Steptronic trans mission 69 Knee airbag 96 L Lamp replacement 198 Lamp replacement front 199 Lamp replacement rear 201 Lamp replacement side 204 Language on Control Dis play 85 234 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z Lashing eyes securing cargo 158 LATCH
271. ul the C is replaced by the points of the compass Left right hand steering The digital compass is already set for right or left hand steering at the factory Setting the language Press and hold the control button for approx 12 to 13 seconds Briefly press the control but ton again to switch between English E and German O Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Settings are stored automatically after approxi mately 10 seconds SUN VISOR Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be hind a cover When the cover is opened the mirror lighting switches on ASHTRAY CIGARETTE LIGHTER At a glance The ashtray is located in one of the frontal cup holders the cigarette lighter above it in the center console Ashtray In order to empty the ashtray remove the ash tray from the cupholder Lighter Danger of burns Only hold the hot lighter by its knob oth erwise there is a danger of getting burned CONTROLS Switch off the ignition and take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children cannot use the lighter and burn themselves lt Replace the cover after use Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after use otherwise objects may get into the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit lt Push in the lighter The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops
272. until the LED on the interior rearview mirror flashes This erases all programming of the buttons on the interior rearview mirror 139 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS 3 Hold the hand held transmitter for the sys tem to be controlled approx 1 to 3 in 2 5 to 8 cm away from the buttons of the inte rior rearview mirror The required distance depends on the manual transmitter 4 Simultaneously press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand held transmitter and the button to be program med on the interior rearview mirror The LED on the interior rearview mirror will be gin flashing slowly 5 Release both buttons as soon as the LED flashes more rapidly The LED flashing faster indicates that the button on the inte rior rearview mirror has been programmed If the LED does not flash faster after at least 60 seconds change the distance between the interior rearview mirror and the hand held transmitter and repeat the step Sev eral more attempts at different distances may be necessary Wait at least 15 seconds between attempts Canada if programming with the hand held transmitter was interrupted hold down the interior rearview mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand held transmitter button for 2 seconds 6 To program other functions on other but tons repeat steps 3 to 5 The systems can be controlled using the interior rearview mirror buttons
273. urroundings at all times otherwise acci dents are still possible despite all warnings The ystem can help prevent accidents If an ac cident cannot be prevented the system will help reduce the collision speed The system sounds a warning before an immi Adapting your speed and driving style nent collision and actuates brakes independ The displays and warnings of the system ently if needed do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to The automatic braking intervention is done adapt his or her driving speed and style to the with limited force and duration traffic conditions lt The system is controlled via a camera in the Be alert base of the mirror Due to system limitations warnings may be not issued at all or may be issued late or im properly Therefore always be alert and ready With the vehicle approaching another vehicle to intervene otherwise there is the risk of an intentionally the collision warning is delayed accident avoiding false alarm The front end collision warning is available even if cruise control has been deactivated Tow starting and towing General information For towing the vehicle turn switch off the The system warns at two levels of an imminent Intelligent Safety systems otherwise malfunc danger of collision at speeds from approx tions of the individual braking systems might 3 mph 5 km h Time of warnings may vary with lead to accidents lt the current driving situation Appropr
274. use the accelerator pedal is being pressed a vehicle was de tected Changing between cruise control with without distance control Display in the instrument cluster Cruise Control without distance control A N Camera based cruise control with dis A tance control Displays in the Head up Display The information from Active Cruise Control can also be displayed in the Head up Display Adjusting the Head 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 be set is 85 mph 140 km h CONTROLS Comply with the legal speed limit and safety distance in every situation when using the sys tem Detection range The detection lidacity of the system and the au tomatic braking lidacity are limited Two wheeled vehicles for instance might not be detected Limited detection potential Because the camera detection system s potential is limited you should be alert at all times so that you can intervene actively if needed otherwise there is the risk of an acci dent Deceleration The system does not decelerate for gt Pedestrians cyclists or similar slow road users Red traffic lights Cross traffic Oncoming traffic VV V V Unlit vehicles or vehicles with defective lighting at night 119 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2
275. ust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas Storage The Mobility System is located under the cargo floor panel Sealant container gt Sealant container arrow 1 gt Filling hose arrow 2 Observe use by date on the sealant container 183 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 N OF u BR WN MOBILITY WHEELS AND TIRES mils A fF Lla m been ithe aA me TMQ THE UFC WITH SCalialll 2 Take the connection hose completely out of the compressor housing Do not kink the hose On off reel Holder for bottle Reduce inflation pressure 3 Attach the connection hose to the connec tor of the sealant container ensuring that it engages audibly Inflation pressure dial Compressor Connector cable for socket Connection hose stowed in the bottom of the compressor Shake the sealant container Slide the sealant container upright into the holder on the compressor housing ensur ing that it engages audibly 184 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 WHEELS AND TIRES 5 Screw the connection hose onto the tire valve of the defective wheel 6 With the compressor switched off insert the plug into a power socket inside the ve hicle 7 With the ignition turned on or the engine running switch on the compressor Let the compressor run for approx 3 to 8 mi nutes to fill the tire with sealant and achie
276. vating the M S manual mode 1 Press the selector lever to the left out of se lector lever position D 2 Push the selector lever forward or back ward Manual mode becomes active and the selector lever position is changed The engaged selector lever position is displayed in the instrument cluster for instance M1 Once maximum engine speed is attained M S manual mode is automatically upshifted as needed Switching to manual mode gt To shift down press the selector lever for ward gt To shift up pull the selector lever rear wards Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds for example downshifting is not possible if the engine speed is too high 69 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS DRIVING The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in strument cluster followed by the currently se lected gear Manual mode M S prevent automatic upshifting Once maximum engine speed is attained M S manual mode is automatically upshifted as needed For vehicles with Steptronic Sport transmission automatic shift operations are not performed if one of the following conditions is met gt DSC is deactivated gt TRACTION is activated In addition the kickdown is deactivated With the respective transmission version the lowest possible gear can be selected by simul taneously operating the kickdown and the left shift paddle However this effect
277. ve a tire inflation pressure of approx 2 5 bar While the tire is being filled with sealant the tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach approx 5 bar Do not switch off the compressor at this point Switch off the compressor after 10 mi nutes Do not allow the compressor to run longer than 10 minutes otherwise the device will overheat and may be damaged lt If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not reached 1 Switch off the compressor 2 Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel Drive forward and back to distribute the sealant in the tire 4 Inflate the tire again using the compressor If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be reached contact your service center Chatain ans th towing the Mobility System 1 Remove the connection hose of the sealant container from the wheel 2 Remove the connection hose from the seal ant container Wrap the empty sealant container and con nection hose in suitable material to avoid dirtying the cargo area 4 Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi cle Distributing the sealant Immediately drive approx 5 mls 10 km h to ensure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the tire Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h If possible do not drive at speeds less than 12 mph 20 km h 185 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 h m m F ra ee tla A d a rr H ae fe d MH Ferm a e ET Eem NNA To correct the tire inflatio
278. vehicle its operation or its occupants Genuine MINI Parts MINI Accessories and other products approved by MINI together with professional advice on using these items are available from all MINI centers Installation and operation of non MINI approved accessories such as alarms radios amplifiers radar detectors wheels suspension components brake dust shields telephones including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna or transceiver equipment for instance CBs walkie talkies ham radios or similar accessories may cause extensive dam age to the vehicle compromise its safety inter fere with the vehicle s electrical system or af fect the validity of the MINI Limited Warranty See your MINI center for additional informa tion Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any automotive repair estab Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 NOTES lishment or individual using any certified auto motive part California Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to state the following warning Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automo bile components and parts including compo nents found in the interior furnishings in a vehi cle contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de fects and reproductive harm In addition cer tain fluids cont
279. vehicle with a damaged tire reacts differently e g it has reduced lane stability during brak ing a longer braking distance and different self steering properties Adjust your driving style accordingly Avoid abrupt steering ma neuvers or driving over obstacles e g curbs potholes etc Because the possible driving distance depends on how the vehicle is used during the trip the actual distance may be shorter or longer de pending on the driving speed road conditions external temperature cargo load etc Continued driving with a flat tire Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph 80 km h Your car handles differently when you lose tire inflation pressure e g your lane stability is re duced when braking braking distances are lon ger and the self steering properties will change Final tire failure Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate the final failure of a tire Reduce speed and stop otherwise pieces of the tire could come loose and cause an accident Do not continue driving and contact your service center lt Required inflation pressure check message A Check Control message is displayed in the fol lowing situations gt The system has detected a wheel change but no reset was done gt Inflation was not carried out according to specifications gt The tire inflation pressure has fallen below the level of the last confirmation In this case gt Check the tire pres
280. vehicles that are already detected Drive attentively and react to the current traffic situation Intervene actively when necessary e g by braking steering or making an evasive maneuver otherwise there is the risk of an accident 115 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS At a glance Buttons on the steering wheel Press button Function E Cruise control on off interrupt re fer to page 116 SET Store maintain speed refer to page 117 Resume speed refer to page 117 Reduce distance refer to page 117 Increase distance refer to page 117 Increase maintain and store speed refer to page 117 Reduce maintain and store speed refer to page 117 BEEBE Buttons are arranged according to vehicle s ser ies optional features and country specifica tions Camera The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear 116 DRIVING COMFORT Switching on off and interrupting cruise control Switching on Press button on the steering wheel ER J Display in the instrument cluster lights up lt Display in the instrument cluster lights 55 up The current speed is adopted as de sired speed and displayed with symbol Cruise control can be used Switch off Deactivated or interrupted system With deactivated or interrupted system use your brak
281. vy pollution gt Due to other ultrasound sources e g sweeping machines high pressure steam cleaners or neon lights The malfunction is signaled by a continuous tone alternating between the front and rear speakers As soon as the malfunction due to other ultrasound sources is no longer present the system is again fully functional Malfunction A Check Control message refer to page 73 is displayed 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 gt Keep the sensors clean and free of ice gt dimmedDo not put any stickers on sensors gt When using high pressure washers do not spray the sensors for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 12 in 30 cm CONTROLS REARVIEW CAMERA The concept The rearview camera provides assistance in parking and maneuvering backwards The area behind the vehicle is shown on the Control Dis play Note Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve hicle with your own eyes Otherwise an acci dent could result from road users or objects that are not lidtured by the camera lt At a glance Button in the vehicle f Rearview camera PY Camera The camera lens is located in the handle of the tailgate The image quality may be impaired by dirt 125 Online Edition for Part
282. when the engine is switched off Displays in the instrument cluster The display indicates that the Auto Start Stop function is ready for an Automatic engine start The display indicates that the conditions for an automatic en gine stop have not been met Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 Functional limitations The engine is not switched off automatically in the following situations gt External temperature too low gt The external temperature is high and auto matic climate control is running gt The car s interior has not yet been heated or cooled to the required level gt The engine is not yet at operating tempera ture gt The wheels are ata sharp angle or the steering wheel is being turned gt After driving in reverse V Fogging of the windows when the auto matic climate control is switched on The vehicle battery charge is very low At higher elevations The engine compartment lid is unlocked The parking assistant is activated Stop and go traffic VV VV VV Selector lever in selector lever position R N or M S Starting the engine The engine starts automatically under the fol lowing conditions gt Manual transmission The clutch pedal is pressed gt Steptronic transmission By releasing the brake pedal After the engine starts accelerate as usual Safety mode After the engine switches off automatically it will not start again automatically i
283. window reopens slightly Closing without the pinch protection system Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the window is clear otherwise injuries may result E g danger from the outside or ice might pre vent window from closing properly proceed as follows 1 Pull the switch past the resistance point and hold it there The pinch protection is limited and the win dow reopens slightly if the closing force ex ceeds a certain margin 45 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS 2 Pull the switch past the resistance point again within approx 4 seconds and hold it there The window closes without jam protection On 5 door models safety switch The safety switch in the driver s door can be used to prevent children e g from opening and closing the rear windows using the switches in the rear Switching on and off Press button The LED lights up if the safety function is switched on Safety switch for rear operation Press the safety switch when transporting children in the rear otherwise injury may result if the windows are closed without supervi sion PANORAMIC GLASS SUN ROOF Hints Keep the closing path clear Monitor closing and make sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear other wise injuries may result Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leav
284. wner s Manual Rain sensor 66 Rear fog lights 93 Rear lights 201 Rear luggage rack 159 Rearview camera 125 Rearview mirror 53 Rear window de froster 134 137 235 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 REFERENCE Recirculated air filter 137 Recirculated air mode 133 137 Recommended fuel grade 172 Recommended tire brands 181 Refueling 170 Remaining range 78 Remote control key 34 Remote control blocking 35 Remote control malfunc tion 38 Remote control replacing the battery 34 Remote control univer sal 139 Replacement fuse 208 Replacing parts 197 Replacing the battery remote control 34 Replacing wheels tires 181 Reporting safety defects 10 RES button 117 Reserve warning refer to Range 78 Reset Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 99 Retaining straps securing cargo 158 Retreaded tires 181 Roadside parking lights 90 RON recommended fuel grade 172 Roofliner 17 Roof load capacity 221 Roof mounted luggage rack 158 Rope for tow starting towing 212 RSC Run Flat System Compo nent refer to Run flat tires 182 Rubber components care 216 Run flat tires 182 236 EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z S Safe braking 155 Safety belt reminder for driv er s seat and front passenger seat 51 Safety belts 50 Safety belts care 216 Safety reel windows 46 Safety systems airbags 95 Saving fuel 161 Screen refer to Control Dis play 18 Screwdriver 197 Screw thread for tow fit ting 213 Sealant
285. xit from below the car Recirculated air mode You may respond to unpleasant odors or pollu tants in the immediate environment by tempo rarily suspending the supply of outside air The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle Press button repeatedly to select an operating mode gt LED off outside air flows in continuously gt LED on recirculated air mode the supply of outside air into the vehicle is perma nently blocked To prevent window condensation recirculated air mode switches off automatically after a cer tain amount of time depending on the external temperature If the windows fog over switch off recirculated air mode and increase the air flow if needed 133 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 CONTROLS 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 mode otherwise the air quality in the interior continuously deteriorates and window condensation increases Rear window defroster Press button The rear window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time When Green mode refer to page 162 is acti vated the heater output is reduced Windshield defroster ss Press button The front window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time 134 CLIMATE CONTRO
286. y placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win dow Tow bar The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset angle please observe the following gt Maneuvering capability is limited going around corners gt The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is secured with an offset Tow rope When starting to tow the vehicle make sure that the tow rope is taut To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on the vehicle components when towing always use nylon ropes or nylon straps Attaching the tow rope correctly Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit ting otherwise damage can occur when it is secured on other parts of the vehicle lt Tow fitting 9 The screw in tow fitting should always be car ried in the vehicle It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the MINI It is located under the Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 961 168 II 15 BREAKDOWN ASSISTANCE cargo floor panel next to the onboard vehicle tool kit refer to page Tow fitting information on use gt Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in gt Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only gt Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur Screw thread for tow fit

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