2011 Mini Cooper Convertible Owners Manual

reduce its load-carrying capacity. Do not lie under the vehicle or start the engine when the vehicle is supported by the jack; other- wise, there is a risk of fatal injury.<

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1. Place the foldable chock* behind the front wheel on the other side of the vehicle or in front of the wheel if the vehicle is on an incline. If the wheel is changed on a surface with a more severe slope, take additional precautions to secure the vehicle from roll- ing.

2. Uncover the lug bolts if necessary. 3. Loosen the lug bolts by a half turn.

Jacking up the vehicle

The vehicle jack is designed for changing wheels only. Do not attempt to raise

another vehicle model with it or to raise any load of any kind. To do so could cause accidents and personal injury.< 1. Place the jack at the jacking point closest to

the wheel. The jack base must be perpendicular to the surface beneath the jacking point.

2. During jacking up, insert the jack head in the

3.

square recess of the jacking point. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are changing is raised off the ground.

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Mounting the space-saver spare tire 1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the

wheel.

2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from

the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub. Clean the lug bolts.

3. Lift the new wheel into place. 4. Screw at least two lug bolts finger-tight into

opposite bolt holes.

5. Screw in the remaining bolts. 6. Tighten all the lug bolts firmly in a diagonal

pattern.

7. Lower the vehicle. 8. Remove the jack.

Tightening the lug bolts Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.

Immediately have the wheels checked with a calibrated torque wrench to ensure that the lug bolts are firmly seated. Otherwise, incorrectly tightened lug bolts can present a safety hazard.< Tightening torque: 103.3 lb ft or 140 Nm. Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly bal- anced.

Vehicle battery

Maintenance The battery is 100% maintenance-free, the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli- mate.

Battery replacement

Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manu- facturer; otherwise, the vehicle could be dam- aged and systems or functions may not be fully available.< After a battery replacement, have the battery registered on the vehicle by your dealer to

ensure that all comfort functions are fully avail- able.

In the engine compartment

Opening the cover Press the latch.

In the vehicle interior

On the right side of the footwell.

Opening the cover Press out at the recess.

Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle when the engine is off. Connections, refer to Jump-start- ing on page 148.

Disposal

After replacing old batteries, return the used batteries to your MINI dealer or to a

recycling center. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Always secure the battery against tipping over during transport.<

Power failure After a temporary power loss, some equipment may not be fully functional and may require ini- tialization. Individual settings are also lost and must be reprogrammed: > Time and date

These values must be updated, page 60.

> Radio

Stations must be stored again, refer to the separate Owner's Manual for Radio.

> Glass sunroof*, electric

It may only be possible to raise the sunroof, if applicable. The system must be initialized. Contact your nearest MINI dealer.

Fuses

Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse or replace it with a fuse of a different color or

Ampere rating. To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a circuit overload. Have the fuse changed only by a MINI dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer.< A fuse allocation diagram is located on the inside of the fuse box cover panels.

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Giving and receiving assistance

Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance is available by phone 24 hours a day in many countries. You can receive assistance there in the event of an emergency. Phone numbers for Roadside Assistance are listed in the Contact brochure.

First aid pouch* Some of the articles contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life. Therefore, check the expiration dates of the contents regu- larly and replace any items in good time, if nec- essary.

By way of example, the illustration shows the cargo area in the MINI. The first aid pouch is located on the rear cargo well by the left side trim panel.

Warning triangle*

MINI

On the inside of the liftgate. Press the tab to take it out.

MINI Convertible The warning triangle is located at the bottom of the luggage compartment floor.

Jump-starting If the car's own battery is flat, your MINI's engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables to another vehicle's battery. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle. Only use jumper cables with fully-insulated clamp handles.

Do not touch any electrically live parts when the engine is running, or a fatal acci- dent may occur. Carefully adhere to the follow- ing sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against possible per- sonal injuries.<

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Preparation 1. Check whether the battery of the other vehi-

cle has a voltage of 12 volts and approxi- mately the same capacitance in Ah. This information can be found on the battery.

2. Switch off the engine of the support vehicle. 3. Switch off any consumers in both vehicles. There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles; otherwise,

there is a danger of shorting.<

Connecting jumper cables

Connect the jumper cables in the correct order, so that no sparks which could cause

injury occur.< 1. Open the battery cover in the engine com- partment to access the positive terminal of your MINI.

2. Release the tabs on the left and right sides of the positive terminal cover*, arrows 1, and lift the cover to open, arrow 2.

3. Attach one terminal clamp of the plus/+

jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to a starting-aid terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.

4. Attach the second terminal clamp of the

plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or a starting-aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.

5. Attach one terminal clamp of the minus/–

jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the assisting vehicle.

Body ground in MINI:

6. Attach the second terminal clamp of the

minus/– jumper cable to the negative termi- nal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started.

Starting the engine 1. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly increased idle speed.

2. Start the engine of the other vehicle in the

usual manner. If the first start attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge.

3. Let the engines run for a few minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing

the above connecting sequence.

If necessary, have the battery checked and recharged.

Never use spray fluids to start the engine.<

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Tow-starting, towing away

Rear

Observe the applicable laws and regula- tions for tow-starting and towing vehi-

cles.<

Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being

towed.<

Using a tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the MINI. It is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit in the cargo area underneath the cover on the right- hand side, page 137.

Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise, the tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged.<

Access to screw thread Push out the cover of the towing eye out of the recess in the bumper.

Front

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Being towed

Make sure that the ignition is switched on, refer to page 44; otherwise, the low

beams, tail lamps, turn signals, and windshield wipers may be unavailable. Do not tow the vehi- cle with just the rear axle raised, as this would allow the steering to turn. < There is no power assist while the engine is off. Thus, braking and steering will require increased effort. Switch on the hazard warning flashers, depend- ing on local regulations.

Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.

Automatic transmission

Tow vehicles with automatic transmission only with a tow truck or with the front

wheels lifted; otherwise, the transmission can be damaged.<

Towing with a tow bar

The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the towed vehicle; otherwise, it may

be impossible to maintain control.< 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 angle, please observe the following: > Clearance and maneuvering capability will

be sharply limited during cornering.

> The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is

attached offset.

4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch

completely depressed and then slowly release the clutch. After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch completely again.

5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn- ing flashers.

6. Have the vehicle checked.

Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only, as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle

could result in damage.<

Towing with a tow rope When starting off in the towing vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut.

To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on vehicle components when

towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps. Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage.<

Towing with a tow truck

Have the MINI or MINI Convertible transported by a tow truck with a so-called lift sling or on a flatbed.

Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or body and chassis parts; otherwise, dam-

age may result.<

Tow-starting Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi- ble; instead, jump-start the engine, page 148. Vehicles with a catalytic converter should only be tow-started when the engine is cold, vehicles with an automatic transmission cannot be tow- started at all. 1. Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply

with local regulations.

2. Switch on the ignition, page 44. 3. Shift into 3rd gear.

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Indicator and warning lamps

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2. See the table for information on causes and how to react. Note whether a lamp comes on alone or in combination with another. Some lamps can light up in different colors. Corre- sponding distinctions are made in the text.

Cause

What to do

Turn signals

High beams/headlamp flasher switched on

Fog lamps switched on

Rear fog lamp switched on

Fasten safety belts

Indication in US models

Fasten your safety belt, refer also to page 39.

Parking brake applied

Release the parking brake.

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied

Release the parking brake.

Outside temperature warning

Drive cautiously, refer also to page 53.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up briefly:

the tank still contains approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 liters of fuel

Remains on:

Cruising range is no more than 30 miles/50 km, page 54

Engine refuses to start

Depress the brake or clutch in order to start the engine, page 44.

Ignition switched on and driver's door open

Switch off the ignition, page 44, or close the driver's door.

Lamps still on

Roadside parking lamps on

Door open

Hood open

Liftgate open

Cargo area cover in the MINI Convert- ible

Convertible top cannot be activated. Bring cargo area cover in required position, refer to page 95.

Lights up in red:

Convertible top not locked

Convertible top cannot be activated. Complete open/close of convertible top before continuing drive, refer to page 31.

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Cause

What to do

Sliding/tilting sunroof or soft top of MINI Convertible

Excessive vehicle speed, activation not possible, reduce speed and con- tinue activation.

Lights up in red:

Control system for convertible top failed!

Lights up in yellow:

Drive of convertible top overheated!

Sliding/tilting sunroof or soft top of MINI Convertible

Tailgate of MINI Convertible not closed

Gas cap missing or loose

Window washer fluid level too low

Lights up in red:

Service due

Lights up in yellow: The engine will start the next time the Start/Stop button is briefly pressed, possibly without the brake or clutch being depressed

Position of convertible top and locking mechanism not recognized. If con- vertible top securely locked, drive may be continued. Manually close convertible top/sliding roof, refer to page 32. Have your MINI Service inspect the system.

Let drive of convertible top cool down, refer to page 32.

Control system of convertible top/tilt roof malfunctioning. Close convertible top/tilt roof manually, refer to page 32. Contact your MINI Service.

Close the tailgate.

Make sure that the gas cap is correctly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks. Do not jam the strap between the gas cap and the vehicle.

Add washer fluid as soon as possible, page 51.

Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page, 131.

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Cause

What to do

Remote control malfunctioning or, in cars with Comfort Access, not detected

The engine cannot be started. Have the remote control checked, if neces- sary.

Remote control battery is discharged

Use the remote control for a longer journey or, in cars with Comfort Access, replace the battery.

Belt tensioners and/or airbag system failed

Have the system checked immedi- ately. Fasten the safety belts anyway.

Power steering failed

Lights up in red:

Engine malfunction

Lights up in yellow:

Full engine power no longer available

Indicator lamp 1 flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load. High engine load will result in dam- age to the catalytic converter

Indicator lamp 1 comes on:

Engine malfunction with adverse effect on exhaust emissions

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Steering response will be markedly different. Have the system checked without delay.

Stop the car and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the engine checked as soon as possible.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the vehicle checked without delay.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the car checked as soon as possible.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up in red:

Engine overheating

Lights up in yellow:

Engine too hot

Lights up in red:

Battery is no longer being charged. Alternator malfunction

Lights up in yellow:

Carefully bring the car to a stop, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down. Do not open the hood; otherwise, there is a risk of injury from scalding. Contact your MINI dealer.

Continue driving at more moderate speed so that the engine can cool down. Have the engine checked with- out delay if the situation reoccurs.

Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers. Have the battery checked without delay.

Battery charge level very low, battery aged or not securely connected

Have the battery checked as soon as possible.

Indication in US models

Parking brake applied

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied

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Cause

What to do

Indication in US models

Lights up in red:

Brake fluid level too low

Lights up in yellow:

Hill Assist failed. The car will not be held in place after the brake is released

Indication in Canadian models

Lights up in red:

Brake fluid level too low

Lights up in yellow:

Braking action is reduced, stop with care. Contact the nearest MINI dealer.

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Braking action is reduced, stop with care. Contact the nearest MINI dealer.

Hill Assist failed. The car will not be held in place after the brake is released

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Indication in US models

Brake pads worn

Indication in Canadian models

Brake pads worn

Indication in US models

Vehicle electronics failed

Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay.

Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay.

You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

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Cause

What to do

Indication* in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed

You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

Lights up in red:

Have the system in question checked without delay.

> Starter failed or

The engine cannot be restarted.

Depress the brake to start the engine again.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system in ques- tion checked without delay.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Transmission limp-home program active with restricted range of gears. Have the system checked immediately.

> ignition malfunctioning. Engine restart only possible when brake is depressed or

> lighting system failed. Low beams/tail lamps and brake lamps still operational. All other lamps failed

Lights up in yellow:

> Control of the brake lamps failed

or

> fuel supply malfunctioning

> Drive malfunctioning

Flashing: Dynamic Stability Control DSC or Dynamic Traction Control DTC is con- trolling drive and braking forces, refer also to page 62

Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti- vated, refer also to page 63

The Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic Traction Control DTC are deactivated, refer also to page 62

Driving stability limited during accel- eration and cornering. Driving style must be adjusted.

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Cause

What to do

The Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic Traction Control DTC have failed.

Indication in US models

The driving stability control systems, including ABS and the Tire Pressure Monitor, have failed, refer also to page 62

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems, including ABS and the Flat Tire Moni- tor or the Tire Pressure Monitor*, have failed, refer also to page 62

Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor*

Light up in yellow and red:

> Tire damage

Driving stability limited during accel- eration and cornering. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

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

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

Carefully bring the car to a stop. Observe the information starting on page 65.

> Flat Tire Monitor not initialized

Initialize Flat Tire Monitor, page 65.

Light up in yellow:

Flat Tire Monitor failed. Punctures are not indicated

Have the system checked.

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Cause

What to do

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow and red:

There is a flat tire or substantial loss in tire pressure

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow:

Carefully bring the car to a stop. Observe the information starting on page 67.

Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized

Check the inflation pressure and reset the system, page 68.

The small lamp flashes yellow and then stays on, the large lamp lights up in yellow:

> Tire Pressure Monitor failed. Punctures are not indicated

> Wheel mounted without TPM

electronics

> The TPM is temporarily malfunc- tioning due to other systems or devices using the same radio fre- quency.

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow:

> Tire Pressure Monitor failed. Punctures are not indicated

Have the system checked.

Have the system checked.

Have the system checked.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up in red:

> Transmission limp-home pro-

gram active with restricted range of gears, possibly with reduced acceleration

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked without delay.

> Gears can be engaged without

depressing the brake

Always depress the brake to engage a gear.

> Automatic selector lever locked

Lights up in yellow:

> Automatic selector lever locked: Selector lever locked in position P with engine running and brake depressed or

> brake signal malfunctioning: gear can be engaged without depress- ing the brake

Lights up in red:

Transmission overheating

Lights up in yellow:

Transmission too hot

Selector lever position P not engaged. Vehicle not prevented from rolling

Manually releasing the selector lever lock, page 48.

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Manually releasing the selector lever lock, page 48.

To engage a gear while the vehicle is at a standstill, always depress the brake. Before leaving the vehicle, move the selector lever to position P and switch off the engine.

Bring the car to a stop and move the selector lever to position P. Allow the transmission to cool down. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked if the situa- tion reoccurs.

Avoid high engine loads. You can con- tinue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution.

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Cause

What to do

Selector lever position P not engaged. Ignition cannot be switched off

Engage selector lever position P when you wish to switch off the ignition, page 44.

Cruise control system failed

Have the system checked.

Park Distance Control failed

Have the system checked.

Bulb of exterior lighting system failed

Have the exterior lighting checked as soon as possible.

Low-beam headlamp or fog lamp failed

Have the lamps checked as soon as possible.

High-beam headlamp failed

Have the high-beam headlamps checked.

Rear fog lamp failed

Have the rear fog lamp checked.

Headlamp beam throw adjustment system failed

Have the headlamp beam throw adjustment system checked.

Coolant level too low

Add coolant immediately, page 129.

Engine oil pressure too low

Lights up in red:

Service appointment overdue

Lights up in yellow:

Service due

Stop immediately and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 58.

Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 58.

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Cause

What to do

No service due

Set speed limit exceeded

Time and date no longer correct

Set the time and date, page 60.

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AT A GLANCE

CONTROLS

DRIVING TIPS

COMMUNICATIONS

MOBILITY

REFERENCE

REFERENCE

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Technical data

In the technical data, only the values that differ from the Cooper S are shown for the John Cooper Works.

Engine data

Displacement

Number of cylinders

Maximum power output

At engine speed

Maximum torque with overboost

At engine speed with overboost

cu in/ cmμ

hp

rpm

lb ft/ Nm

rpm

Cooper

97.5/ 1,598

121

6,000

114/155
–

4,250
–

Cooper S

John Cooper Works

97.5/ 1,598

181

5,500

177/240
192/260

97.5/ 1,598

208

6,000

192/260
207/280

1,600-5,000
1,730-4,500

1,850-5,600
2,000-5,100

Overboost briefly raises the maximum torque at high rates of acceleration, e.g. when passing.

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Dimensions

MINI

All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning radius Δ: 35 ft 10 in/10.7 m.

Information after the semicolon: different values for MINI Cooper S.

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MINI Convertible

All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning radius Δ: 35 ft 10 in/10.7 m.

Information after the semicolon: different values for MINI Cooper S.

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Weights

MINI

Cooper

Cooper S

John Cooper Works

Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras

> Manual transmission

lbs/kg

2,535/1,150

2,668/1,210

2,668/1,210

> Automatic trans-

lbs/kg

2,612/1,185

2,712/1,230

–

mission

Approved gross weight

> Manual transmission

lbs/kg

3,384/1,535

3,494/1,585

3,516/1,595

> Automatic trans-

lbs/kg

3,461/1,570