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Car-care products Regular cleaning and care helps to maintain the value of your MINI. The manufacturer of your MINI recommends using manufacturer-approved products to clean and care for your vehicle. Your MINI dealer would be pleased to advise you on cleaning and care products and services for your MINI.
The ingredients of original MINI Care Prod- ucts have been tested, and the products have been tested in the laboratory and in prac- tice. They offer optimum care and protection for your vehicle.<
Do not use any cleansers containing alco- hol or solvents as these may cause dam-
age.<
Cleaning agents may contain hazardous or health-damaging substances. Follow
the warning and hazard instructions on the packaging. For interior cleaning, always open the doors or windows of the vehicle. Do not use any products that are not intended for cleaning the vehicle.<
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Washing your vehicle
Especially during the winter months the vehicle should be frequently washed. Dirt
and road salt can damage the vehicle.<
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise, water can reduce braking efficiency over the short term and the brake rotors can corrode.< Regularly open the hood and clear out any debris such as leaves that may have collected in the region of the windshield.
Car washes Preference should be given to cloth car washes.
Do not use automatic high-pressure car washes; otherwise, water may drip into
the vehicle around the windows.< Before driving into the car wash, check if the sys- tem is suitable for your MINI. Observe the fol- lowing points: > Vehicle dimensions, page 246
> If necessary: fold in the outside mirrors,page 44
> Maximum permissible tire width
Avoid car washes with tracks higher than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the chassis could
be damaged.< Preparations for driving into the car wash: > Unscrew the rod antenna. > Deactivate the rain sensor to prevent unin-
tentional wiping.
> Deactivate rear window wiper and protect it
from damage. Ask the car wash operator about measures that can be taken to protect the wipers.
Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG > Remove additional attachments, e.g. spoil- ers or telephone antennas, if there is a pos- sibility that they could be damaged.
> Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock.
Automatic transmission Before driving into the car wash, make sure that the vehicle can roll: 1. Place the remote control, even with Comfort
Access, in the ignition lock.
2. Move the selector lever to position N. 3. Release the parking brake. 4. Switch off the engine. 5.
Insert the remote control in the ignition lock so that the vehicle can roll.
Steam jets/high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure washers, make sure that you maintain suf-
ficient distance from the vehicle and do not exceed a maximum temperature of 1407/ 606. If the distance is too close, the pressure too high, or the temperature too high, parts of the vehicle can be damaged, or water can penetrate. Observe the operating instructions for high- pressure washers.<
Do not spray sensors such as the Park Dis- tance Control with high-pressure washers for a long time and maintain the greatest possi- ble distance of approx. 1 ft/30 cm from them.<
Manual washing Use a great deal of water and, if necessary, car shampoo when washing your car by hand. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or a washing brush applying a slight amount of pressure.
Before cleaning the windshield, deacti- vate the rain sensor or turn off the ignition
to prevent unintentional wiping.<
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Observe local regulations regarding wash- ing vehicles by hand.<
Headlamps Do not wipe dry and do not use abrasive or cor- rosive cleaning agents. Remove dirt and con- tamination, such as insects, by soaking with shampoo and then washing with plenty of water. Do not remove accumulated ice and snow with an ice scraper; use window deicers instead.
Windows Clean the outside and inside of the windows and mirrors with a window cleaner.
Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners containing quartz.<
Wiper blades Clean with soapy water and change regularly to prevent the formation of streaks.
Wax, preservatives and dirt on the win- dows cause streaks when the windshield wipers are on, and can cause premature wear of the wiper blades and interfere with the rain sen- sor.<
Paintwork, care Regular care helps your vehicle retain its value and protects the paint from the long-term effects of aggressive substances. Environmental influences in areas with increased air pollution or natural contaminants, such as tree sap or pollen, can affect the vehicle paintwork. It is therefore important to adjust the frequency and extent of vehicle care corre- spondingly. Immediately remove any particularly aggressive substances, such as fuel that has overflowed, oil, grease, brake fluid, or bird droppings; otherwise, paint damage can be caused.
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Removing paintwork damage
Depending on the severity of the damage, immediately repair stone damage or
scratches to prevent rusting.< The manufacturer of the MINI recommends repairing paint damage professionally according to factory specifications with original MINI paints.
Preservation Preservation is necessary when water no longer beads on the clean paint surface. To preserve the paint, only use preservatives that contain carnauba or synthetic waxes.
Rubber seals Only treat with water or rubber care products. Do not use silicon sprays or other silicon- containing care products on rubber seals;
otherwise, noise and damage could occur.<
Chrome parts Carefully clean vehicle parts such as the radiator grill and door handles with copious quantities of water and, if necessary, a shampoo additive, especially when contaminated with road salt. For additional treatment, use chrome polish.
Light alloy wheels The system produces brake dust that collects on the light alloy wheels. Clean them regularly with acid-free wheel cleaner.
Do not use aggressive, acid-containing, highly alkaline, or abrasive cleansers or
steam jets hotter than 1407/606 as they may cause damage.<
External sensors
Keep the outside sensors on the vehicle such as the Park Distance Control clean and ice-free to ensure that they function prop- erly.<
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Upholstery/fabrics Regularly use a vacuum cleaner to remove sur- face dirt. In case of serious spots such as liquid stains, use a soft sponge or lint-free microfiber cloth and suitable interior cleaners. Observe the instruc- tions on the packaging.
Clean upholstery up to the seams. Do not rub forcefully.< Velcro fasteners on pants or other items of clothing can damage seat covers. Make
sure that all Velcro fasteners are closed.<
Leather/leather coverings
The leather processed by the manufac- turer of your MINI is a high-quality natural
product. Light variations in the grain is one of the typical properties of natural leather.< Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the leather have an abrasive effect, leading to increased wear and causing the leather surface to become brittle prematurely. Use a cloth or vacuum cleaner to remove dust on a regular basis. Especially when the leather has a light color, it should be cleaned regularly since it tends to get heavily soiled. Treat the leather twice a year using a leather lotion since dirt and grease will gradually attack the leather's protective layer.
Carpets/floor mats
Keep floor mats, carpet, and other objects out of the movement range of the pedals; otherwise, they may inhibit the function of the pedals during driving. Do not place additional floor mats onto an exist- ing one or onto other objects. Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be appropriately fastened. Make sure that the floor mats are securely fas-
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CD/DVD drives
Do not use cleaning CDs as this could damage parts of the drive.<
Vehicle storage If you park your vehicle longer than three months, ask your MINI dealer to advise you.
tened again after they have been removed, e.g. for cleaning.< Floor mats can be removed to be cleaned. If the carpets are very dirty, clean with a microfi- ber cloth and water or an interior cleaner. When doing so, rub forward and back in the driving direction; otherwise, the carpet may become matted.
Interior plastic parts These include: > Plastic surfaces > Lamp glass > Display panes > Mat parts Only clean with water and, if necessary, solvent- free plastic cleaners.
Do not use solvents such as alcohol, lac- quer thinner, cold cleaners, fuel, or similar,
as these will damage the surfaces.<
Decorative strips Only clean decorative strips and fine wood parts with damp cloths. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety.
Do not clean chemically, as this may destroy the webbing.<
Displays To clean displays, such as the radio or display elements, use an anti-static microfiber cloth. Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning the display as this can cause damage.< Do not use chemical or abrasive house- hold cleaning agents. Keep fluids of any
kind away from the device. Surfaces or electrical components may otherwise become corroded or damaged.<
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Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Wiper blades
Do not place windshield wipers on the windshield if wiper blades are not
installed; otherwise, the windshield may be damaged.<
Changing the front wiper blades 1. Fold out the wiper arm and hold it.
Changing the rear wiper blade MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
1. Fold out the wiper arm and hold it. 2. Rotate the wiper blade toward the back as
far as it will go, arrow.
3. Press the wiper blade against the limit and
thus out of the mounting.
4. Press the new wiper blade into the fixture
until it engages audibly.
Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety. They should, therefore, be handled carefully. The manufacturer of your MINI recommends having your MINI dealer per- form any work that you do not feel competent to perform yourself or that is not described here.
2. Compress the locking spring, arrows 1, and
fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.
3. Pull the wiper blade forward and out of the
catch mechanism.
4. Press the new wiper blade into the fixture
until it engages audibly.
To avoid damage, make sure that the wiper arms are against the windshield
before you open the hood.<
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Never touch the glass of new bulbs with your bare fingers, as even minute
amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by its base.< You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your MINI dealer.
Only replace bulbs after they have cooled down; otherwise, you may burn your fin-
gers.<
When working on electrical systems, always begin by switching off the con- sumer in question; otherwise, short circuits could result. To avoid possible injury or equip- ment damage when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufac- turer.< Caring for headlamps, refer to page 221.
For any bulb replacement not described below, contact a MINI dealer or a work-
shop that has specially trained personnel work- ing in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer.<
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your MINI dealer.<
Light-emitting diodes LEDs Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu- cent lenses serve as the light sources for many of the controls and displays in your vehicle. These light-emitting diodes are related to conven- tional laser diodes, and legislation defines them as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers or expose the eyes directly to the unfiltered light source
for several hours; otherwise, this could cause irritation of the retina.<
Headlamp glass lens In cool or humid weather, condensation may occur on the interiors of the headlamps. During trips with the headlamps on, the condensation disappears after a short time. The headlamps do not need to be changed. Do not remove the condensation from head- lamps, despite driving with lights on, and if con- densation increases, e.g., because of water droplets, have this checked by your MINI dealer.
Xenon lamps The service life of these bulbs is very long and the probability of failure very low, provided that they are not switched on and off an excessive number of times. If a xenon lamp fails neverthe- less, switch on the fog lamps and continue the journey with great care, provided that local leg- islation does not prohibit this.
Work on the xenon lighting system, including lamp replacement, is only to be carried out only by your MINI dealer. Due to high voltage, there is a risk of fatal injury if work on the xenon lamps is carried out improperly.<
Halogen low beams and high beams H13 bulb, 60/55 watts
The H13 bulb is pressurized. Therefore, wear safety glasses and protective gloves. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury if the bulb is damaged.<
Be careful when installing the cover; oth- erwise, leaks could occur and cause dam-
age to the headlamp system.<
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Accessing the lamp from the engine compartment The low-beam/high-beam bulb can be changed from the engine compartment.
3. To insert the new bulb and replace the
cover, proceed in reverse order.
Turn signals, parking lamps, roadside parking lamps, and fog lamps
Accessing the lamps via the wheel well
Removing the cover: 1. Press the tab. 2. Flip open the cover and take it out of the
holder.
Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat- tach the cover.
Replacing the bulb 1. Turn the lamp counterclockwise, arrow 1,
and remove it, arrow 2.
1 Turn signal 2 Parking/roadside parking/fog lamps
Replacing a turn signal bulb 21 watt bulb, P21W, if necessary PY 21 W 1. Turn in the wheel. 2. Remove cover 1.
To do so, turn the cover counterclockwise.
3. Remove the inside cover.
To do so, turn the cover counterclockwise.
2. Push on the catch, arrow 1, and disconnect
the connector, arrow 2.
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4. Unscrew the bulb counterclockwise.
4. Unscrew the lower bulb counterclockwise.
5. To insert the new bulb and replace the cov-
5. To insert the new bulb and replace the
ers, proceed in reverse order.
cover, proceed in reverse order.
Replacing a parking/roadside parking lamp bulb 5 watt bulb, W 5 W 1. Turn in the wheel. 2. Remove cover 2.
To do so, turn the cover counterclockwise. 3. Unscrew the upper bulb counterclockwise.
Side turn signals 5 watt bulb, W 5 W 1. Open hood.
2. Squeeze clamping clip, arrows, and remove
bulb holder.
3. Unscrew bulb counterclockwise and
replace.
4. To insert the new bulb and replace the
4. To insert the new bulb and replace the
cover, proceed in reverse order.
cover, proceed in reverse order.
Replacing a fog lamp bulb H8 bulb, 35 watts 1. Turn in the wheel. 2. Remove cover 2.
To do so, turn the cover counterclockwise.
3. Detach the cable connector.
Side marker lamps Have these bulbs replaced by your MINI dealer.
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Tail lamps Bulb P 21 W MINI Countryman:
3. Push the cover panel out from the rear of the
cargo area side trim panel and remove it.
1 Brake/tail lamp 2 Turn signal 3 Brake/tail lamp 4 Backup lamps 5 Backup lamps MINI Paceman:
4. Open emergency release for the fuel filler flap, see page 200, and then push to the side with the foam insert. Ensure that the emergency release is not damaged.
5. Disengage the bulb holder by pressing down
on the clamping clip, arrow 1.
6. Take out bulb holder and pull out cable,
arrow 2.
7. Exerting gentle pressure, turn bulb to the left
and remove.
8. To insert the new bulb and install the bulb
holder, proceed in reverse order. Ensure that the lamp holder engages in all the fasteners.
9. Put foam insert in its original position and
install the emergency fuel flap release.
10. Install cover.
1 Brake light 2 Rear lamp 3 Turn signal 4 Backup lamps
Changing All bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder. MINI Countryman: 1. Switch off the light and remove the infrared
remote control from the ignition lock.
2. Open the tailgate,
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MINI Paceman: 1. Switch off the light and remove the infrared
9. Exerting gentle pressure, turn bulb to the left
and remove.
remote control from the ignition lock.
10. To insert the new bulb and install the bulb
2. Open the tailgate, 3. Remove the cover from the luggage com-
partment side panel.
holder, proceed in reverse order. Ensure that the lamp holder engages in all the fasteners.
License plate lamps 5 watt bulb, C 5 W MINI Countryman:
4. Unlock the retaining element, arrow 1, by
turning it.
MINI Paceman:
5. Remove the screws, arrow 2, using the hex
wrench from the vehicle document case.
6. Remove the tail lamp. 7. Disengage the bulb holder by pressing down
on the clamping clip, arrow 1.
8. Take out bulb holder and pull out cable,
arrow 2.
1. Using a screwdriver, push the lamp to the left in the tab of the lamp housing, arrow 1.
2. Remove the lamp, arrow 2. 3. Replace the bulb. 4.
Insert the lamp.
Center brake lamp This lamp uses LED technology for operation. In the event of a malfunction, contact your MINI dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the spec- ifications of your MINI manufacturer.
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Repairing a flat tire
Sealant and compressor
Safety measures in the event of a break- down:
Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving traffic and switch on the hazard warning flash- ers. Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position and engage the steering wheel lock. Engage the parking brake and shift into 1st or reverse gear or place the selector lever in position P. All passengers should be outside the vehicle and in a safe place, e.g. behind a guardrail. Erect a warning triangle or warning flasher at the appropriate distance if necessary. Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations.< In the event of a flat tire, different procedures should be followed depending on the equip- ment included in your vehicle: > MINI Mobility Kit, refer to the following sec-
tion
> Run-flat tires, page 212
MINI Mobility Kit The Mobility Kit is located under the left front seat.
Preparations Use of the MINI Mobility Kit may be ineffective if the tire puncture measures approx. 1/8 in/4 mm or more. Contact the nearest MINI dealer if the tire cannot be made drivable with the Mobility Kit. Do not remove foreign bodies which have pen- etrated the tire if possible.
Follow the instructions on using the Mobil- ity Kit found on the compressor and the
sealant bottle.< Remove the adhesive label for the speed limit from the sealant bottle and affix it to the steer- ing wheel.
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1 Sealant bottle and adhesive label with speed
limit
2 Filling hose
Note the use-by date on the sealant bot- tle.<
3 Holder for the sealant bottle 4 Compressor 5 Plug and cable for the socket in the vehicle
interior, page 101
6 Connection hose to connect the compressor
and sealant bottle or the compressor and wheel
7 On/off switch 8 Pressure gauge for indicating the tire infla-
tion pressure
9 Release button for reducing the tire inflation
pressure
Connector, cable and connection hose are stored in the compressor housing.
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Using the Mobility Kit To repair a tire puncture with the Mobility Kit, proceed as follows: > Filling the tire with sealant. > Distributing the sealant. > Correct the tire inflation pressure.
Filling the tire with sealant
Proceed in the specified order; otherwise, sealant may emerge under high pres-
sure.< 1. Shake the sealant bottle. 2. Pull the connecting hose 6 completely out of
the compressor housing and screw it onto the connector of the sealant bottle. Make sure that the hose is not kinked. Insert the sealant bottle on the compressor housing in an upright position.
3.
4. Unscrew the dust cap from the valve of the defective wheel and screw the filling hose 2 of the sealant bottle onto the valve.
5. Ensure that the compressor is switched off. 6.
Insert the plug 5 into the lighter socket/ power socket in the vehicle interior, page 101.
7. With the engine running:
Switch on the compressor and let run for about 3 to 8 minutes in order to add the sealant and to achieve an inflation pressure of about 1.8 bar/26 psi.
When adding sealant, the filling pres- sure can temporarily increase up to about 5 bar/73 psi. Do not switch off the compressor during this phase.<
Do not run the compressor for longer than 10 minutes; otherwise, the
device will overheat and possibly be dam- aged.<
8. Switch off the compressor. If an inflation pressure of 1.8 bar/26 psi is not reached: 1. Unscrew the filling hose 2 from the wheel
and drive the vehicle forward and backward approx. 33 ft/10 m to distribute the liquid sealant in the tire evenly. Inflate the tire again with the compressor. If an inflation pressure of 1.8 bar/26 psi still cannot be reached, then the tire is too
2.
heavily damaged. Please contact the nearest MINI dealer.<
Stowing Mobility Kit 1. Unscrew filler hose 2 of the sealant bottle
from the wheel.
2. Unscrew connecting hose of the
compressor 6 from the sealant bottle.
3. Connect the filler hose 2 of the sealant bot-
tle to the unoccupied connection on the sealant bottle. This prevents the rest of the sealant from escaping from the bottle.
4. Wrap the empty sealant bottle in suitable material to avoid dirtying the cargo area.
5. Stow Mobility Kit back in the vehicle.
Distributing the sealant Immediately drive approx. 3.1 miles/5 km so that the sealant evenly distributes itself. Do not exceed speeds of 50 mph/ 80 km/h.
If possible, do not drop below 10 mph/ 20 km/h.<
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Correct the tire inflation pressure 1. After driving approx. 3.1 miles/5 km or ten minutes, stop at a suitable location.
2. Screw the connection hose 6 of the com-
3.
pressor directly onto the tire valve. Insert the plug 5 into the power socket in the vehicle interior.
4. Adjust tire pressure to 1.8 bar/26 psi. With
the engine running:
> To increase the inflation pressure: switch on the compressor. To check the current infla- tion pressure, switch off the compressor.
Do not run the compressor for longer than 10 minutes; otherwise, the
device will overheat and possibly be dam- aged.<
> To decrease the inflation pressure: press the
release button 9.
If the tire cannot maintain the inflation pressure, drive the vehicle again, refer to
Distributing the sealant. Then repeat steps 1 to 4. If an inflation pressure of 1.8 bar/26 psi still can- not be reached, then the tire is too heavily dam- aged. Contact your nearest MINI dealer.<
Driving on
Do not exceed the permitted maximum speed of 50 mph/80 km/h; doing so may
result in an accident.< Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly bal- anced. Have the Mobility Kit refilled.
Changing wheels The tire change set is available from as an optional accessory at your MINI dealer.
Preparing for a wheel change
Observe the safety precautions regarding flat tires on page 230.< Additional safety measures when chang- ing tires:
Only change the tire when parked on a surface that is level, firm and not slippery. The vehicle or the jack could slip sideways on soft or slippery support surfaces, such as snow, ice, flagstones, etc. Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a support base for the jack, as this would prevent it from extending to its full support height and 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.< 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.
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MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
2. Slide reversible ratchet onto the fixture on
the jack, arrow 1.
3. As you ratchet up the jack, place the jack
head onto the lifting point on the body, arrow 2. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are changing is raised off the ground.
4.
Mounting the wheel 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 maintenance-free; that is, the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli- mate. If you have any questions regarding your bat- tery, please contact your MINI dealer.
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 MINI dealer to ensure that all convenience functions are fully available and, if necessary, the corresponding
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Check Control messages are no longer dis- played.
Charging the battery
Note
Do not connect battery chargers to the sockets installed in the vehicle at the fac- tory; otherwise you may cause damage to the battery.< Only charge the battery in the vehicle when the engine is off. Connections, refer to Jump-start- ing on page 236.
General information To guarantee the full service life of the battery, make sure that the battery is always properly charged. It may be necessary to charge the battery in the following situations: > If frequent short trips are taken. > If the vehicle is frequently parked for more
than a month.
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 66.
> Radio
In some cases, stations may have to be stored again, page 143.
> Onboard monitor
Operability must be waited for, page 118.
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> Glass sunroof, electric
It may only be possible to tilt the sunroof, if applicable. The system must be initialized. Contact your nearest MINI dealer.
Indicator and warning lamps
Lights up in red: Battery is no longer being charged. Alternator malfunction.
Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers. Have the battery checked without delay.
Lights up in yellow: Battery charge level very low, battery aged, or battery not securely con-
nected. Charge it by taking a longer drive or by using an external charger. If the display appears again, have the battery checked as soon as possible.
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 fuses replaced by your MINI dealer.< A fuse assignment diagram is located on the inside of the fuse box cover panels.
In the engine compartment
Opening the cover Press the latch.
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In the vehicle interior
On the right side of the footwell.
Opening the cover Press out at the recess.
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Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance is available by phone 24 hours a day in many countries. You can obtain assistance there in the event of a vehicle breakdown.
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.
The first aid pouch is located on the rear cargo well by the left side trim panel or under the pull- out floor panel.
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Warning triangle
In the cargo area under the loading sill. To remove, open the two clasps.
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.<
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.<
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Connecting jumper cables
Body ground in MINI:
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.
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 vehicle to be started
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.<
Tow-starting, towing away
Observe applicable laws and regulations for tow-starting and towing.< Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.<
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Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on, refer to page 50; 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 methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage may
result.<
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 at the right rear. Depending upon the vehicle features, the tow fitting is located > under the right or left front seat. > in the pouch for the tire-changing set in the
luggage compartment.
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 Press sideways on the cover, vehicle outer side. This will push out the opposite side of the cover, which can then be removed.
Front
Rear MINI Countryman:
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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.
Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings, as attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<
With 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.<
With tow truck: vehicles without ALL4 all-wheel drive MINI Countryman:
Have the vehicle transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar, or on a flatbed.
With tow truck: vehicles with ALL4 all- wheel drive
Do not have your vehicle with ALL4 all- wheel drive towed with the front or rear axle raised individually; otherwise, the wheels may lock and the transfer case may be dam- aged.< MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
Have the vehicle transported on a flatbed sur- face only.
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Tow-starting Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi- ble; instead, jump-start the engine, page 236. 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 50. 3. Shift into 3rd gear. 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.
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Technical data
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described
that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Engine data
MINI Countryman
Displacement
Number of cylinders
Maximum power out- put
cu in/ cmμ
hp
At engine speed
rpm
Maximum torque with overboost
At engine speed with overboost
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
192/26097.5/ 1,598
208
6,000
207/280
221/3001,600-5,000
1,700-4,5001,900-5,000
2,100-4,500Overboost briefly raises the maximum torque at high rates of acceleration, e.g. when passing.
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Number of cylinders
Maximum power out- put
cu in/ cmμ
hp
At engine speed
rpm
Maximum torque with overboost
At engine speed with overboost
lb ft/Nm
rpm
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Cooper
97.5/ 1,598
121
6,000
118/160
–4,250
–Cooper S
97.5/ 1,598
181
5,500
177/240
192/2601,600-5,000
1,700-4,500Overboost briefly raises the maximum torque at high rates of acceleration, e.g. when passing.
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Dimensions
MINI Countryman
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Cooper S
John Cooper Works
1 Vehicle width, with outside mirror
78.5/1,995
78.5/1,995
78.6/1,996
2 Vehicle height without roof
antenna
3 Vehicle width, without outside
mirror
4 Wheelbase
5 Vehicle length
61.5/1,561
61.5/1,561
61.5/1,561
70.4/1,789
70.4/1,789
70.4/1,789
102.2/2,595
102.2/2,595
102.2/2,596
161.7/4,108
161.8/4,110
163.2/4,144
All dimensions in in/mm. Minimum turning radius dia.: 38.1 ft/11.6 m.
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Vehicle width, with outside mirror
Vehicle height without roof antenna
Vehicle width, without outside mirror
4 Wheelbase
Vehicle length
Cooper
78.6/1,996
59.8/1,518
70.3/1,786
Cooper S
78.6/1,996
59.9/1,522
70.3/1,786
102.2/2,596
102.2/2,596
162.2/4,120
162.2/4,120
All dimensions in in/mm. Minimum turning radius dia.: 38.1 ft/11.6 m.
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Weights
MINI Countryman
Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras
Cooper
Cooper S
> Manual transmission
> Automatic transmission
Approved gross weight
> Manual transmission
> Automatic transmission
Load
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission
> Automatic transmission
Approved rear axle load
Approved roof load capacity
Cargo area capacity
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
cu ft/ liters
2,954/1,340
3,020/1,370
3,858/1,750
3,924/1,780
860/390
2,050/930
2,116/960
1,918/870
165/75
12.4 - 41.3/ 350 - 1,170
3,053/1,385
3,097/1,405
3,990/1,810
4,034/1,830
860/390
2,127/965
2,172/985
1,918/870
165/75
12.4 - 41.3/ 350 - 1,170
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Cooper S ALL4
John Cooper Works
> Manual transmission
> Automatic transmission
Approved gross weight
> Manual transmission
> Automatic transmission
Load
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission
> Automatic transmission
Approved rear axle load
Approved roof load capacity
Cargo area capacity
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
cu ft/ liters
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
3,208/1,455
3,252/1,475
4,101/1,860
4,145/1,880
860/390
2,183/990
2,227/1,010
2,017/915
165/75
12.4 - 41.3/ 350 - 1,170
3,263/1,480
3,307/1,500
4,156/1,885
4,200/1,905
860/390
2,183/990
2,227/1,010
2,072/940
165/75
12.4 - 41.3/ 350 - 1,170
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Cooper
Cooper S
Cooper S ALL4
Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras
> Manual transmission
lbs/kg
2,940/1,334
3,070/1,393
3,210/1,456
> Automatic transmission
lbs/kg
3,010/1,365
3,110/1,411
3,260/1,479
Approved gross weight
> Manual transmission
lbs/kg
3,850/1,746
3,960/1,796
4,100/1,860
> Automatic transmission
lbs/kg
3,920/1,778
4,010/1,819
4,140/1,878
Load
lbs/kg
850/386
850/386
850/386
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission
lbs/kg
2,050/930
2,120/962
2,180/989
> Automatic transmission
lbs/kg
2,120/962
2,170/984
2,220/1,007
Approved rear axle load
lbs/kg
1,910/866
1,910/866
2,020/916
Approved roof load capac- ity
Cargo area capacity
lbs/kg
cu ft/ liters
165/75
165/75
165/75
11.6 - 38.1/ 330 - 1080
11.6 - 38.1/ 330 - 1080
11.6 - 38.1/ 330 - 1080
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
Capacities
Fuel tank
including reserve of
Window washer system incl. headlamp washer system
US gal/US quarts
Liters
Notes
12.4/–
2.1/–
approx. 47
Fuel grade: page 201
approx. 8
–/4.2
approx. 4
For more details: page 57
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Short commands for the voice activation system
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
General information Instructions for the voice activation system, refer to page 21. Having the possible spoken commands read aloud: {Voice commands} The following short commands apply to vehicles with voice activation system. They do not work for equipment with which only the mobile phone can be operated by voice.
Useful short commands
Function
Accessing tone control
Accessing settings
Command
{Tone}
{Settings}
Accessing the onboard computer
{Onboard info}
Accessing contacts
To display phone book
Accessing services
Selecting destination entry
Selecting route guidance
{Contacts}
{Phonebook}
{Assist}
{Enter address}
{Guidance}
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CD/Multimedia
CD drive
Function
Playing a CD
Selecting a CD
Command
{C D on}
{Select C D}
Selecting a CD and track
{C D … track …} e.g. CD 3 track 5
Selecting a track
{C D track …} e.g. track 5
Opening the CD and Multimedia menu
{C D and multimedia}
CD
External devices
Function
{C D}
Command
Selecting external devices
{External devices}
Tone control
Function
Accessing tone control
Command
{Tone}
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Radio
FM
Function
Selecting the radio
Selecting FM stations
Selecting manual search
Command
{Radio}
{F M}
{Manual}
Selecting the frequency range
{Select frequency}
Selecting a station
{Select station} e.g. W-PLJ
AM
Function
Selecting AM stations
Selecting manual search
Satellite radio
Function
Selecting the satellite radio
Command
{A M}
{Manual}
Command
{Satellite radio}
Switching on the satellite radio
{Satellite radio on}
Selecting a satellite radio channel
{Select satellite radio} e.g. channel 2
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Stored stations
Function
Selecting stored stations
Command
{Presets}
Choosing a stored station
{Select preset}
Selecting a stored station
{Preset …} e.g. stored station 2
Telephone
Function
Opening the Telephone menu
To display phone book
To redial
Displaying accepted calls
Dialing a phone number
Displaying the list of messages
Displaying Bluetooth devices
Office
Function
Calling up the Office menu
Displaying Current office
Displaying contacts
Command
{Telephone}
{Phonebook}
{Redial}
{Received calls}
{Dial number}
{Messages}
{Bluetooth}
Command
{Office}
{Current office}
