Page 1 Contents A - Z OWNER'S MANUAL MINI COUNTRYMAN MINI PACEMAN Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 2 Cooper Congratulations on your new MINI Cooper S This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide Cooper S ALL4 the next owner with important operating, safety and mainte- John Cooper nance information.
Page 3 © 2012 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English X/12, 11 12 500 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
The fastest way to find information on a particu- lar topic or item is by using the index, refer to Hands-free device Bluetooth page 260. Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Office MINI Connected Notes Reporting safety defects MOBILITY 199 Refueling AT A GLANCE 9...
Page 5: Notes
Vehicle equipment Should you wish to sell your MINI at some time in the future, remember to hand over this Owner's The manufacturer of your MINI is the Bayerische Manual to the new owner;...
Page 6: Service And Warranty
Used engine oil contains chemicals that have if it can be used on a MINI safely and without risk caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occu- protect your skin by washing thoroughly with pants.
Page 7 Such damage is not cov- with other information, such as accident reports, ered by the MINI New Vehicle Limited Warranty. vehicle damage, witness statements, etc. - pos- sibly with the assistance of an expert - could be traced to particular individuals.
Page 8: Event Data Recorder Edr
> How far, if at all, the driver was depressing cannot become involved in individual problems the accelerator and/or brake pedal. between you, your dealer, or MINI of North America, LLC. > How fast the vehicle was traveling. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle...
Page 10: At A Glance
AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS NAVIGATION Entertainment COMMUNICATIONS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 11: Cockpit
AT A GLANCE Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle equipment range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, In this chapter, all production, country, and selected options or country version. This also optional equipment that is offered in the model applies to safety related functions and systems.
Page 12 Adjusting the exterior mirrors in and out Buttons on steering wheel, right Power windows, front Resuming cruise control MINI Countryman: power windows, rear MINI Countryman: safety switch for Storing speed and accelerating or power windows in rear passenger decelerating compartment Activating/deactivating cruise Parking lamps...
Page 13 AT A GLANCE Cockpit Displays Tachometer Display for > with indicator and warning lamps Position of automatic transmission Display for > Computer > Current vehicle speed > Date of next scheduled service, and remaining distance to be driven > Indicator and warning lamps >...
Page 14: Indicator And Warning Lamps
AT A GLANCE Cockpit Indicator and warning lamps The concept You can call up more information, e.g. on the cause of a malfunction and on how to respond, via Check Control, page 67. In urgent cases, this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp lights up.
Page 15 AT A GLANCE Cockpit Around the center console Hazard warning flashers Air conditioner or automatic climate control Speedometer Radio/CD Temperature Selecting waveband Recirculated-air mode Changing the audio source Air distribution for air conditioner Changing the radio station or track Air distribution to the windshield Ejecting CD Air distribution to the upper body area...
Page 16 Air distribution to the footwell Changing to a different menu on the Control Display Automatic air distribution and flow rate MINI joystick Move in four directions, turn or press Maximum cooling USB audio interface 10 Accessing the main menu on the Control...
Page 17: Onboard Computer
Switching Control Display off/on The concept Move the MINI joystick to the right repeat- The onboard computer integrates the functions edly until the "Options" menu is displayed. of a large number of switches. This allows these "Switch off control display"...
Page 18: Operating Principle
Selecting a menu item Button Function Menu items displayed in white can be selected. Accessing the main menu Turn the MINI joystick until the desired menu item is highlighted. Changing to another menu Operating principle As of radio readiness, the following message appears on the Control Display: Press the MINI joystick.
Page 19 To display the first panel of the menu: Function is activated. Move the MINI joystick as often to the left as Function is deactivated. necessary until the first panel is displayed. Example: setting the clock...
Page 20 > Entertainment: Radio, CD, external devices > Telephone: Turn the MINI joystick to set the hours and Name of the mobile phone paired with press the MINI joystick. the vehicle Turn the MINI joystick to set the minutes and Sound output is switched off or press the MINI joystick.
Page 21: Letters And Numbers
Entering letters and Switching between uppercase and numbers lowercase letters Depending on the menu, you can switch Turn the MINI joystick: select the letters or between entering uppercase letters and lower- numbers. case letters: Select additional letters or numbers if needed.
Page 22: Voice Activation System
AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle equipment Saying commands In this chapter, all production, country, and Activating voice activation system optional equipment that is offered in the model Press the button on the steering wheel. range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version.
Page 23 For example if you have selected "CD" the sys- The commands of the menu items are spoken tem will read aloud the possible commands for aloud; they can also be selected using the MINI operating the CD player. joystick. Switch on Entertainment sound output if Carrying out functions through short necessary.
Page 24 AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Setting the voice dialog > Keep the doors, windows and glass roof closed to prevent interference from outside You can set whether the system uses the stan- noise. dard dialog or a short version. >...
Page 26: Controls 25
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Page 27: Opening And Closing
General information The concept Each remote control contains a rechargeable The functions of your MINI can be set individu- battery that is recharged when it is in the igni- ally. By means of Personal Profiles, most of these tion lock while the car is being driven. You...
Page 28: Central Locking System
CONTROLS Opening and closing Personal Profile settings Operating from outside For more information on specific settings, refer > Via the remote control to the specified pages. > Using the door lock > Response of the central locking system > In cars with Comfort Access, via the door when the car is being unlocked handles on the driver's and passenger's >...
Page 29 To have the vehicle confirm when it has been locked or unlocked. "Settings" "Door locks" "Door locks" "Flash when lock/unlock" "Unlock button" Press the MINI joystick. Select a menu item: Flashing when locking/unlocking the vehicle is switched on. > "All doors" Press the...
Page 30: Manual Operation
CONTROLS Opening and closing Malfunctions Depending upon the equipment, it is possible that only the driver's side door is unlocked or The remote control may malfunction due to locked using the door lock. local radio waves. If this occurs, unlock and lock the car at the door lock with the integrated key.
Page 31: Automatic Locking
"Lock after start. to drive" The central locking system locks the vehicle as soon as you begin to drive. The illustration shows the button in the MINI Paceman as an example. The switch or the button locks or unlocks the doors and tailgate when the doors are closed, but the anti-theft system is not activated.
Page 32: Tailgate
Opening and closing Unlocking tailgate MINI Paceman: Press the button in the driver's footwell. Press the top side of the MINI emblem, arrow, or Press the button on the remote control for approx. 1 second and then release it. The Tailgate tailgate is unlocked.
Page 33: Alarm System
CONTROLS Opening and closing Panic mode The handle recesses on the interior trim panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull it down. You can activate the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation. Press the button for at least 2 seconds.
Page 34 CONTROLS Opening and closing Tilt alarm sensor > Unlocking/locking the vehicle The vehicle's inclination is monitored. The alarm > Convenient closing is triggered, for instance, if an attempt is made > Unlocking the tailgate separately to steal the vehicle's wheels or tow it away. >...
Page 35: Automatic Transmission
N, the remote control must be in Unlocking the tailgate separately the ignition lock. Press the top side of the MINI emblem. Before driving a vehicle with automatic If the vehicle detects that a remote control transmission into a car wash...
Page 36: Replacing The Battery
The glass roof can be closed in the same way by Take the old battery to a recycling center pressing the switch forward. or to your MINI dealer.< The front glass roof remains in a tilted position. The rear glass roof is tilted. Pressing on the Glass roof, electric switch again closes both roofs completely.
Page 37: General Information
In this case, have the system initialized. The manufacturer of Push the switch again to stop the opening your MINI recommends that you have this work movement. done by your MINI dealer. To close: >...
Page 38 CONTROLS Opening and closing After switching off the ignition MINI Countryman: safety switch When the ignition is switched off, the windows can still be operated for approx. 1 minute as long as no door is opened. Take the key with you when you leave the car;...
Page 39: Adjustments
CONTROLS Adjustments Adjustments Vehicle equipment Even if you follow all the instructions, injuries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be In this chapter, all production, country, and fully excluded, depending on the circumstances. optional equipment that is offered in the model The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a range is described.
Page 40 Backrest ger in the event of an accident of sliding under MINI Countryman: the safety belt, eliminating the protection nor- mally provided by the belt.<...
Page 41: Lumbar Support
Before driving off, engage the front seats and seat backrests. Otherwise, there is a risk of acci- The illustration shows the MINI Countryman as dent due to unexpected movement.< an example.
Page 42: Head Restraints
Fold the backrest back slightly. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint Height adjustment out as far as it will go. MINI Countryman: press the additional button 2 with a suitable tool. Pull out the head restraint. Fold back the backrest.
Page 43: Seat Heating
Guide the belt into its reel. safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute. MINI Countryman: height adjustment for rear safety belt tongues When the outer rear seats are unoccupied, the safety belt tongues can be slid back to the cargo area trim panel with a clasp to prevent noise.
Page 44 CONTROLS Adjustments MINI Countryman: rear seat center belt Opening The belt buckle marked with the word CENTER is Press red button on small belt buckle 3 with belt designed exclusively for the middle passenger. latch 1. If the center safety belt is used in the back, the If the center belt is locked: backrests must be locked, see page 107;...
Page 45: Exterior Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded in at road speeds up to belt anchors checked. Have this work carried out approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. only by a MINI dealer or by a workshop that has This can be beneficial in narrow streets, for specially trained personnel working in accor-...
Page 46: Steering Wheel
CONTROLS Adjustments Manual adjustment For proper function: If there is, for example, an electrical failure, press > Keep the photosensors clean. on the edges of the mirror glass. > Do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. Automatic heating >...
Page 47: Transporting Children Safely
CONTROLS Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 82. In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model Child restraint systems, range is described.
Page 48: Latch Child Restraint Fixing System
Before installing the child seat, pull the belt out of the area for the child restraint fixing system. MINI Countryman: The illustration shows the MINI Countryman as an example. All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front passenger can be prevented from being pulled out in order to secure child restraint sys- tems.
Page 49 Seat backrest Tether strap of the child restraint system The child restraint anchor fittings for the two MINI Countryman, center seat: outer seats, see arrows, are located behind the back of the rear seats. The child restraint anchor fitting for the center seat is located under the luggage-compartment sill, position 4 in picture center seat.
Page 50 Attach the tether strap to the anchor using the hook. Push the head restraint into its lowermost position. Pull the tether strap tight. MINI Countryman: Securing doors and windows Rear doors Slide down the safety lever on the rear doors.
Page 51: Driving
CONTROLS Driving Driving Vehicle equipment Start/Stop button 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.
Page 52: Manual Transmission
CONTROLS Driving Radio readiness and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps in the displays go out. The ignition switches off automatically if the driver's door is opened. Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches the ignition back on. The ignition is not switched off in situations such as the following: >...
Page 53: Parking Brake
CONTROLS Driving Automatic transmission lever. Otherwise, excessive force could lead to over- With the car at a stop, move the selector braking and loss of traction, i.e. fishtailing, at the lever to position P. rear axle.< Press the Start/Stop button. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
Page 54 CONTROLS Driving Selector lever positions Overriding the selector lever lock P R N D M/S + – Displays in the tachometer Press the button on the front of the selector lever, arrow. P Park P R N D DS M1 to M6 Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 55 CONTROLS Driving Sport program and manual mode M/S If you do not shift gears with the shift paddles or accelerate for a certain amount of time, the transmission automatically returns to D, auto- matic drive. Move the selector lever from position D to the left into the M/S shifting slot: The Sport program is activated and DS is dis- played.
Page 56: Wiper System
CONTROLS Driving Triple turn signal activation The extractor hook is in the onboard document holder or in the pouch for Press the lever as far as the resistance point. the tire-changing set, page 232.< You can set whether the turn signal flashes once Pull the loop up.
Page 57 CONTROLS Driving Switching on wipers Press the lever upward, arrow 1. The lever automatically returns to its initial posi- tion when released. Normal wiper speed Press once. The system switches to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary. Press and hold the button until the display Fast wiper speed changes.
Page 58: Washer Fluid
Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. Use MINI Windshield Washer Concentrate or the equivalent. Washer fluid reservoir Only refill washer fluid that contains anti- freeze when the engine is cool, to avoid contact with hot engine parts.
Page 59: Cruise Control
CONTROLS Driving Activating Fill with a mixture of washer fluid concentrate and water and, if required, with a washer anti- Maintaining, storing and increasing speed freeze according to manufacturer's recommen- Activating/deactivating cruise control dations. Maintaining, storing and decreasing speed Do not fill with undiluted washer fluid concen- Resuming cruise control trate and do not use water alone;...
Page 60 CONTROLS Driving Increasing speed For better control Press button 1 repeatedly until the desired Indicator lamp in the speedometer speed is reached. Every time you press the but- lights up. The cruise control system is ton, the speed increases by approx. 1 mph or ready and can be activated.
Page 61: Controls Overview
CONTROLS Controls overview Controls overview Vehicle equipment If the range displayed is less than 30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other- In this chapter, all production, country, and wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and optional equipment that is offered in the model damage may occur.<...
Page 62 CONTROLS Controls overview Computer The following information is displayed sequen- tially: > Trip odometer Displays in the tachometer > Time > External temperature Trip odometer To display trip recorder: Briefly press button 3. Resetting the trip odometer: While the trip recorder is displayed and the igni- tion is switched on, press button 3.
Page 63: Settings And Information
To reset the values for the average speed and average fuel consumption: Select the respective menu entry. Press the MINI joystick to confirm the mes- sage. Resetting the trip computer To reset all values: Displays in the "Onboard info": "Vehicle Info"...
Page 64 CONTROLS Controls overview Exiting displays Button for: Press the button in the turn signal lever > Selecting display repeatedly until "HOME" is displayed. > Setting values Press the button for a longer period. > Confirming selected display or set values Displays are also exited if no entries are made >...
Page 65: Units Of Measure
The extent of service work required can be read out from the remote control by your Vehicle check MINI dealer.< Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 66 Brake fluid every entry: Select an entry and press the MINI joystick. To exit from the menu: Move the MINI joystick to the left. A list of selected maintenance schedules and, if Exit display required, legally mandated inspections, is shown.
Page 67 Press the MINI joystick to apply the setting. The date entry is stored. To exit from the menu: Turn the MINI joystick to set the hours and Move the MINI joystick to the left. press the MINI joystick. Turn the MINI joystick to set the minutes and press the MINI joystick.
Page 68: Check Control
Turn MINI joystick until the desired time involve indicator and warning lamps in the dis- zone is set and press the MINI joystick. play and, in some circumstances, an acoustic signal as well as text messages at the bottom of The time zone is stored.
Page 69 CONTROLS Controls overview Hiding Check Control messages Press the button in the turn signal indicator as often as necessary until "SET/INFO" is dis- played. Press and hold the button until the display changes. Press the button repeatedly until the corre- sponding symbol and "CHECK INFO"...
Page 70: Speed Limit
"Warning at:" Press the MINI joystick. Altering settings Language on the Control Display "Settings" Turn the MINI joystick to set the limit. Press the MINI joystick to apply the setting. The limit is stored. Applying your current speed as limit "Settings"...
Page 71 Setting the voice dialog Switch between a standard dialog and a short dialog. "Settings" "Language/Units" Turn the MINI joystick until the desired set- ting is reached. "Speech mode:" Press the MINI joystick. Select the desired dialog. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Page 72: Technology For Driving Comfort And Safety
CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Technology for driving comfort and safety Vehicle equipment Acoustic signals As the distance between vehicle and object In this chapter, all production, country, and decreases, the intervals between the tones optional equipment that is offered in the model become shorter.
Page 73: Driving Stability Control Systems
Your MINI has a number of systems that help to DSC also detects unstable driving conditions maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse such as when the vehicle's rear end fishtails or driving conditions.
Page 74: Dynamic Traction Control Dtc
CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Activating DSC Activating DTC Press the switch again: the DSC indicator lamps in the display elements go out. For better control The indicator lamp on the tachometer is flashing: DSC controls the driving and braking forces.
Page 75: Sport Button
Technology for driving comfort and safety Deactivating both DTC and DSC ALL4 all-wheel drive system ALL4 is the all-wheel drive system of your MINI. The combined effects of ALL4 and DSC further optimize the traction and dynamic driving char- acteristics. The ALL4 all-wheel drive system vari-...
Page 76: System Limitations
CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Flat Tire Monitor FTM "Flat Tire Monitor" The concept The system does not measure the actual infla- tion pressure in the tires. The system detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing the rotational speeds of the individ- ual wheels while moving.
Page 77 Drive cautiously and do not exceed a If it is not possible to identify the damaged speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. tire, contact your MINI dealer A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics, e.g.
Page 78: Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM is activated. result in an accident. Do not continue driving "Vehicle Info" and contact your MINI dealer.< "Vehicle status" "Tire Pressure Monitor - TPM" Tire Pressure Monitor...
Page 79 If it is not possible to identify the damaged completed automatically as you drive. The tires tire, contact your MINI dealer. are depicted in green on the Control Display and Use the Mobility Kit to remedy the flat tire on "Status: TPM active"...
Page 80 > Wheel without TPM electronics is mounted: The distance it is possible to drive depends on If need be, have it checked by your MINI the load and the stress on the vehicle while driv- dealer. ing.
Page 81 CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Message for unsuccessful system reset continuously lit. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as long as the Yellow warning lamp comes on. A mes- malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi- sage appears on the onboard com- cator is illuminated, the system may not be able puter.
Page 82 CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Airbags MINI Countryman: MINI Paceman: The following airbags are located under the Side airbags in backrests marked covers: Head airbags at the front and rear Front airbags Knee airbag Protective action Observe the instructions on page...
Page 83: Automatic Deactivation Of The Front Passenger Airbags
Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or Have the testing, repair, removal, and disposal other items to the front passenger seat of airbag generators executed only by your MINI unless they are specifically recommended dealer or a workshop that has the required by the manufacturer of your MINI.
Page 84 CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety installing a child seat, check that the indica- tor lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up. It indicates that the child seat has been detected and that the front passenger airbags are deactivated.<...
Page 85: Lamps
CONTROLS Lamps Lamps Vehicle equipment The parking lamps will discharge the bat- tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for In this chapter, all production, country, and unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat- optional equipment that is offered in the model tery might not have enough power to start the range is described.
Page 86: Running Lights
CONTROLS Lamps Welcome lamps Switch on the parking lamps separately if needed. If you leave the light switch in the low beam or automatic headlamp control position when you Depending on the national-market version, it switch off the ignition, the parking lamps and may not be possible to deactivate the daytime interior lamps come on for a certain time as soon running lights.
Page 87: Front Fog Lamps
CONTROLS Lamps Front fog lamps In reverse, the Adaptive Light Control is not acti- vated. Malfunction A message is displayed. The Adaptive Light Control is malfunctioning or failed. Have the system checked as soon as pos- sible. High beams/ roadside parking lamps Turn on front fog lamps: Press the switch.
Page 88: Interior Lamps
CONTROLS Lamps Reading lamps Reading lamps are provided in the front and rear adjacent to the interior lamps. Adjusting brightness > Briefly press button: brightness changes in stages. To switch the reading lamps on and off. > Press and hold the button. Brightness changes in a continuous manner.
Page 89: Climate
CONTROLS Climate Climate Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and that is not available because of, for example, optional equipment that is offered in the model selected options or country version. This also range is described. Equipment is also described applies to safety related functions and systems.
Page 90: Rear Window Defroster
Microfilter used over an extended period of time; The microfilter captures dust and pollen. The otherwise, the air quality in the passenger com- microfilter is changed by your MINI dealer dur- partment will deteriorate continuously.< ing routine maintenance work. Temperature Turn upward, red, to increase the temper- ature.
Page 91: Automatic Climate Control
CONTROLS Climate Automatic climate control Air flow rate, manual Temperature AUTO program Defrosting windows and removing conden- sation Recirculated-air mode Cooling function Maximum cooling Rear window defroster Air distribution, manual 10 Windshield heating Comfortable interior climate Press the AUTO button to switch the automatic climate control back on.
Page 92: Maximum Cooling
CONTROLS Climate Rear window defroster If condensation starts to form on the inside win- dow surfaces, press the AUTO button or switch The defroster is switched off auto- off the recirculated-air mode and, if necessary, matically after a certain time. increase the air flow rate.
Page 93 CONTROLS Climate outside air. Your MINI dealer replaces this com- bined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance. You can call up further information in the service requirements display, page 64. Ventilation Knob for continuous opening and closing...
Page 94: Integrated Universal Remote Control
The For additional information, please contact your LED flashes slowly at first. MINI dealer or call: 1-800-355-3515. Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 95: To Reprogram Individual Buttons
CONTROLS Practical interior accessories As soon as the LED flashes rapidly, release Synchronizing: both buttons. The quick flashing indicates Park your vehicle within the range of the that the button on the rearview mirror has remote-controlled device. been programmed. Do not exceed the 164 ft/50 m range of the If the LED does not flash rapidly after remote-controlled device.
Page 96: Digital Compass
CONTROLS Practical interior accessories Operating principle press the button on the hand-held transmit- ter for 2 seconds and release several times. By pressing the setting button with a thin, sharp object, e.g., a pen or a similar object, various Operation functions can be called up.
Page 97 CONTROLS Practical interior accessories Calibrating the digital compass Setting right/left-hand drive The digital compass must be calibrated in the Your digital compass is already set to right-hand following situations: drive or left-hand drive at the factory, depend- ing upon your vehicle. >...
Page 98: Glove Compartment
CONTROLS Practical interior accessories Glove compartment Depending on the temperature setting of the air conditioner or the automatic climate control, high temperatures may result in the glove com- Opening partment. USB interface for data transfer For the updating of navigation data, refer to page on USB media via the USB interface in the glove box.
Page 99: Storage Compartments
CONTROLS Practical interior accessories Center armrest front Installing Insert center armrest in the back into the Opening rear recess of the base plate, arrow 1. Press the button, arrow, and lift the cover. Push to rear and swing down in front, arrow 2.
Page 100 CONTROLS Practical interior accessories Center Rail Inserting base plate Various accessory parts can be attached to the The lever 3 can be locked in three positions. Center Rail and installed in different positions. Do not use accessory parts near the hand brake;...
Page 101: Cupholders And Ashtray
CONTROLS Practical interior accessories Cupholders and ashtray First insert the cupholder into the front mounts 4 and then snap it into the rear mounts 5. Cupholders Make sure that the lever 6 is situated Use lightweight, nonbreakable containers 4.< opposite the mount and do not transport hot beverages.
Page 102: Cigarette Lighter Socket
Connecting electrical appliances In your MINI, when the engine is running or if the ignition is switched on, you can use electrical Pull out the cover. devices such as flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, MINI Paceman: etc., up to approx.
Page 104: Driving Tips
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Page 105: Things To Remember When Driving
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment Brake system Brakes require an initial break-in period of In this chapter, all production, country, and approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized optional equipment that is offered in the model contact and wear patterns between brake pads range is described.
Page 106: Driving Through Water
90. Braking safely Hot exhaust system Your MINI is equipped with ABS. If you are in a As in all vehicles, extremely high tempera- situation which requires full braking, it is best to tures are generated on the exhaust sys- brake using maximum brake pressure.
Page 107: Cargo Loading
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Hills In the MINI Cooper S, the coolant pump may continue to run for some time after the engine is To prevent overheating and the resulting switched off. This will generate noise in the reduced efficiency of the brake system, engine compartment.
Page 108 MINI Paceman: Hold on to the backrest near the top, for example on the headrest, and pull on the MINI Countryman: rear seat backrest loop, arrow. Before folding down the rear seat back- Lock backrest in the desired position or fold rests, make sure that the range of motion down.
Page 109 Unlock privacy screen, see above. Grasp the outer sides of the privacy screen MINI Countryman: cargo area privacy and guide it forward onto the folded-down screen rear seat backrests. Between the cargo area and the rear seat back- rest, there is a cargo area privacy screen.
Page 110 The folded together load floor can be placed into Do not exceed a maximum load of the luggage compartment. 330 lbs/150 kg on the load floor; other- MINI Countryman: cargo net wise, damage may result.< Ensure that the cargo net is firmly Access to the storage space attached;...
Page 111 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Installing behind the front seats MINI Countryman: bag holders If necessary, remove the cargo area cover. Holders on the left and right side of the support for the cargo area cover, arrow, e.g. for hanging Fold down the rear seat backrests, refer to shopping bags or storage bags.
Page 112: Stowing Cargo
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Page 113 Roof-mounted luggage MINI Paceman: rack A special rack system is available as an option for your MINI. Your MINI dealer will be glad to advise you. Comply with the installation instruc- tions supplied with the rack system. Loading roof-mounted luggage rack...
Page 114: Saving Fuel
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif- ferent factors. Fuel consumption and environ- Mounting points mental pollution are affected by various actions, MINI Countryman: the manner of driving and regular maintenance. Remove unnecessary cargo Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Page 115: Driving On Poor Roads
Avoid high engine speeds Use first gear only for driving off. In second and Your MINI with ALL4 drive is at home on any higher gears, accelerate smoothly to a suitable type of street or road. It combines an all-wheel engine and road speed.
Page 116 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving > Depending on the condition of the surface, it may be practical to briefly activate DTC, refer to DTC Dynamic Traction Control on page 73. > If the drive wheels spin on one side, depress the accelerator pedal sufficiently so that the driving stability control systems can distrib- ute the drive forces to the individual wheels.
Page 118: Navigation
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Page 119: Navigation System
You may obtain current navigation data and the enabling code at your MINI dealer. Enter data only with the vehicle station- ary, and always give priority to the appli-...
Page 120 NAVIGATION Navigation system Enter the activation code of the USB storage device. Begin driving. The update begins after the activation code is entered. When the update is completed, the sys- tem restarts. Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 121: Destination Entry
MINI joystick. > To delete all numbers or letters: Turn the MINI joystick to highlight and press and hold the MINI joystick. If necessary, enter more letters. The list gradually grows smaller each time you enter a new letter.
Page 122 NAVIGATION Destination entry If necessary, move the MINI joystick to the Select a house number or range of house right and change to the list of towns and cit- numbers. ies and select a name. Entering a street without a destination...
Page 123: Address Book
NAVIGATION Destination entry > Storing a destination in the address Search for "Points of Interest at loc.", book refer to page 124. Store the destination in the address book after entering the destination. "Navigation" "Map" "Guidance" Open "Options". "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing contact".
Page 124: Last Destinations
NAVIGATION Destination entry Last destinations Depending on the selection, select an exist- ing contact from the list or the type of The last destinations are stored automatically. address and enter the last and first name. These destinations can be called up and used as "Store in vehicle"...
Page 125 "Category details" For some special destinations, it is possible Accessing search for special to select several category details. Move the destinations MINI joystick to the left to exit category "Navigation" details. Select "Points of Interest" "Start search" search. A list of the special destinations is displayed.
Page 126: Entering The Destination
Displaying special destinations in the > Changing scale: turn the MINI joystick. > To display symbols of the special destinations in Moving map: move the MINI joystick in the corresponding direction. the map: > Shifting map diagonally: move the "Navigation"...
Page 127: Entering Destination Via Voice
69. and the visible map section can be shifted. You can also access other functions by pressing the Example: to enter a destination in a US state MINI joystick: as a complete word, the system language must be English. >...
Page 128 Various intermediate destinations can be via the onboard computer: entered for a trip. The trip destination must be Turn the MINI joystick until the destination is entered first, refer to Destination input, selected, and press the MINI joystick. page 120.
Page 129 NAVIGATION Destination entry Word-matching principle The system's word-matching principle makes it easier to enter the names of towns or streets. The system runs ongoing checks, comparing your destination entries with the data stored in the vehicle as the basis for instant response. The user benefits include: >...
Page 130: Route Guidance
NAVIGATION Route guidance Route guidance Starting route guidance Route criteria "Navigation" General information "Enter address" > You can influence the calculated route by Select the destination. selecting certain criteria. "Accept destination" > Route criteria can be changed during desti- nation input and during route guidance. "Start guidance"...
Page 131: Lane Information
NAVIGATION Route guidance > > "Alternative routes": suggestions of addi- Small arrow: indicates the next change of tional alternate routes during route guid- direction. ance. > Intersection view. > Lane information. > Traffic information. > Distance to the next change of direction. >...
Page 132: Map Display
"Route information" Displaying map view "New route for:" "Navigation" "Map" Overview Turn the MINI joystick: enter the desired mileage. Press the MINI joystick. Resuming the original route Toolbar Route segment with traffic obstruction If the route section should no longer be...
Page 133 Changing map scale Traffic information, refer to page 133. "Interactive map" Planned route > Moving map: move the MINI joystick in the After route guidance is started, the planned corresponding direction. route is displayed on the map. > Shifting map diagonally: move the...
Page 134: Traffic Information
Highlight the symbol. Provisions Press the MINI joystick twice. Certain MINI models equipped with navigation Adjusting volume for voice instructions have the capability to display real-time traffic information. If your system has this capability The volume can be adjusted only while a voice the following additional terms and conditions instruction is being issued.
Page 135 Control Display is switched to a gray- D. Neither Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc. nor scale. This permits an optimized depiction of MINI NA will be liable to you for any indirect, traffic information. The day/night mode is disre- special, consequential, exemplary, or incidental garded in this setting.
Page 136 NAVIGATION Route guidance "Settings" Select the desired categories. "Traffic conditions/gray map" Symbols in map view The symbols of traffic obstructions are displayed differently, depending on the scale of the map and location of the traffic obstruction in relation to the route. Additional information in the map display Traffic bulletins of the selected categories are...
Page 137 NAVIGATION Route guidance With particular hazards, e.g. objects on the road- way, a message is displayed without a possible alternate route. It is also possible to take alternate routes can also be taken if the traffic reports are accessed via the list: "Navigation"...
Page 138: What To Do If
NAVIGATION What to do if… What to do if… What to do if… > The current position cannot be displayed? The position is in an unrecognized region, in a poor reception area, or the system is in the process of determining the position. Recep- tion is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky.
Page 140: Entertainment
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Page 141: On/Off And Tone
Entertainment On/off and tone On/off and tone Vehicle equipment Sound output for entertainment on/off, vol- In this chapter, all production, country, and > Press: switch on/off. optional equipment that is offered in the model When you switch on the unit, the radio range is described.
Page 142: Adjusting Volume
Various tone settings can be changed, e.g. treble and bass or the speed-dependent volume con- trol. The tone settings are set for all audio sources at To adjust: turn the MINI joystick. once. To store: press the MINI joystick. The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use;...
Page 143 Adjustments "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". "Tone" "Volume settings" Select the desired volume setting. To adjust: turn the MINI joystick. To store: press the MINI joystick. Resetting tone settings All tone settings can be reset to the default value. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings".
Page 144: Radio
AM/FM station Selecting a station The selected station is stored for the remote control currently in use. Changing stations Turn and press the MINI joystick Press the button for the corresponding direction Press the knob if the sound output is switched Press the buttons on the steering wheel, refer to off.
Page 145: Storing Stations
Select the desired memory location. Digital Corp. HD Radio™ and the HD and HD Press and hold the MINI joystick to save a radio Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiq- station that appears in the list of stations, but is uity Digital Corp.
Page 146: Satellite Radio
HD2, HD3, "Delete entry" etc. Select the desired station. Satellite radio Press the MINI joystick. Select the substation. General information When reception is poor, the substation is muted The channels are offered in fixed packages.
Page 147 Entertainment Radio Dial the telephone number to have the Symbol Function channels activated. Accessing favorites, selecting the My Favorites category Managing favorites Traffic Jump Managing subscription Clear reception is required for activating and deactivating channels. Reception is best when This telephone number can also be used to you have an unobstructed view to the sky.
Page 148 "Radio" "Satellite radio" "Satellite radio" "Category" "Set channel" Select the desired category. Turn the MINI joystick until you reach the desired channel and then press the MINI joy- Time shift stick. Approximately one hour of the channel cur- Storing channel rently being listened to is temporarily stored in a cache memory.
Page 149 Select "All channels" or the desired cate- gory. Playback/pause Select desired channel. Next track Press the MINI joystick again. Select artist, track, or game. Previous track Fast forward Storing league or team Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites Reverse from a selection list.
Page 150 Entertainment Radio Traffic Jump Select the desired league. Select "Add all teams" or a desired team. Traffic and weather information for a selected region are broadcast at intervals of a few min- Accessing favorites utes. If an activated favorite is being played, the mes- Selecting region sage "Favorite alert!"...
Page 151 Entertainment Radio Notes > Under some circumstances, reception may not be possible, e.g. under certain environ- mental or topographical conditions. The sat- ellite radio has no influence on this. > The signal may not be available in tunnels or underground garages or near trees, moun- tains, or other powerful sources of radio interference.
Page 152: Cd Player
Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC Select the directory, if necessary. To change to a higher level directory: move Ejecting CD the MINI joystick to the left. Press the button on the CD player. The CD will be slid a short distance out from the drive.
Page 153 Entertainment CD player Random play sequence Select a track and press the MINI joystick. The tracks on the current CD are played once each in random order. "CD/Multimedia" "CD" Select the desired CD. Open "Options". "Random" Displaying information about the track...
Page 154: External Devices
For audio playback over the vehicle speakers, device is connected to the vehicle, the device connect the headphones or line-out connection may be operated using the MINI joystick. of the device to the AUX-In connection 2. Make sure that the plug is inserted into the AUX-...
Page 155 If this volume greatly deviates device/mobile phone. from the other audio sources, then the volume Ask your MINI dealer for suitable audio devices/ should be equalized. mobile phones. Adjusting volume File systems "CD/Multimedia"...
Page 156: Copy Protection
Further information: Playback begins with the first track. > At: www.mini.com/connectivity Track search > At your MINI dealer. Selection is possible via: For audio playback over the vehicle speakers, > Playback lists connect the Apple device using the special adapter cable with AV-In connection 2 and USB >...
Page 157 Entertainment External devices Playback lists Select the or symbol. To open playback lists. "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" Select the or symbol. "Playlists" Current playback List of tracks currently being played. "CD/Multimedia" Select desired category, e.g. "Genre", "Art- ist". "External devices" All entries are displayed in a list. Select the or symbol.
Page 158: Bluetooth Audio
The volume of the sound output depends on the device. If necessary, change the volume setting on the device. Press the MINI joystick. > Up to four external devices can be paired The playback of the selected video file is with the vehicle.
Page 159 Entertainment External devices tooth passkey. Only required once for pair- "OK". ing. Pairing and connecting Only pair the device when the vehicle is stopped; otherwise, inattention may lead to endangerment of passengers or other road users.< "CD/Multimedia" "Bluetooth® (audio)" "Bluetooth® audio" if applicable Select desired functions with which the device is to be connected, e.g.
Page 160: Starting Playback
Entertainment External devices Connecting a device Select the symbol. "CD/Multimedia" "Bluetooth® (audio)" "Bluetooth® audio" if applicable Select the desired device from the list of paired devices. Select the desired track from the list. Playback menu Depending on the device, all functions may not be available.
Page 161 What to do if… Depending on the device, there may be various Information about suitable devices is available programs for playing music files. at www.mini.com/connectivity. "CD/Multimedia" Suitable mobile phones, refer to page 174. "External devices" Device not supported by vehicle.
Page 162: Software Update
160, and start playback again. If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function please contact the Hotline or your MINI dealer. "Start update" "OK" Software update All of the listed software updates are installed.
Page 164: Communications
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Page 165: Hands-Free Device Bluetooth
165, and in the mobile phone. are supported by the hands-free device can be > Bluetooth presets in the mobile phone are found at www.mini.com/connectivity. required, e.g. connection not confirmed or With a certain software version, these suitable visible, refer to Owner's Manual for the mobile phones support the vehicle functions mobile phone.
Page 166 The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis- played. "OK" Select the functions that are to be used for the mobile phone. "OK" Move the MINI joystick to the left. Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 167 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth If pairing was successful, the mobile phone "Remove phone from list" appears at the top of the list of mobile phones. If the pairing was not successful: what to do if…, refer to page 166. Following the initial pairing >...
Page 168: Incoming Call
If you have gone through all items in the list and Press the button on the steering wheel still cannot activate the desired function please contact the Hotline or your MINI dealer. "Accept" Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 169 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Rejecting a call Calls with multiple parties "Reject" General information The caller is redirected to the mailbox if it has been activated. It is possible to switch between two calls and to connect two calls to form a conference call. Ending a call These functions must be supported by the mobile phone and by the service provider.
Page 170 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Switching between two calls, toggling "Keypad dialing" Active call: highlighted. The call on hold is identified with: "on hold...". Select the symbol to switch to the call on hold. Establishing a conference call Two calls can be connected to a single tele- phone conference call.
Page 171 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Calling a contact Select the desired entry and phone number, if necessary. Select the desired contact. The connection is established. Select the symbol. Contact with one phone number. The connection is estab- Deleting a single entry or all entries lished.
Page 172 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Calling a number from the list From hands-free system to mobile phone Select an entry. The connection is established. Calls being conducted using the hands-free sys- tem can also be continued using the mobile Deleting a single entry or all entries phone if so desired, depending on the mobile phone.
Page 173: My Contacts
Displaying contacts "Contacts" "My contacts" Change the entry. Move the MINI joystick to the left. "Yes" If a contact that comes from the mobile phone is edited, the changes are not stored on the mobile phone. A copy of the entry is stored in the vehi- cle, and only this copy is displayed.
Page 174: Deleting Contacts
COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Checking the address as a destination An address that is to be used in route guidance must correspond to the navigation data stored in the vehicle. The address can be checked to ensure this. Select the desired contact and highlight the address.
Page 175: Mobile Phone Preparation Bluetooth
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue- phones and external devices with Bluetooth tooth® SIG, Inc. interfaces are supported by the mobile phone preparation package, go to www.mini.com/ After being paired once, when the ignition is connectivity. switched on, these devices are automatically...
Page 176 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Notes > Bluetooth presets in the mobile phone are required, e.g. connection not confirmed or Do not expose your mobile phone to extreme visible, refer to Owner's Manual for the ambient conditions, for example, very high tem- mobile phone.
Page 177 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth "Configure Bluetooth®" The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis- played. Select desired additional function. Bluetooth audio Use a mobile phone as a telephone and as an audio device in the vehicle. "Bluetooth® audio" To use a mobile phone exclusively as a tele- phone in the vehicle, deactivate the function and reconnect the mobile phone.
Page 178 "OK" the mobile phone are assigned to the mobile phone when it is reconnected. If a mobile phone Move the MINI joystick to the left. is already connected, then these functions are If pairing was successful, the mobile phone deactivated if necessary.
Page 179 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth If a device is assigned a function, this may deac- "Remove phone from list" tivate the function in an already connected device and cause the other device to be unpaired. Exchanging the telephone and auxiliary phone If the telephone and auxiliary phone are con- nected to the vehicle, the function can be...
Page 180: Receiving Calls
If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function please contact the Hotline or your MINI dealer. Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 181 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Entering phone numbers If a contact is assigned more than one phone number, then only the name of the caller is Dialing a number transmitted. With calls to the auxiliary phone, only the num- "Telephone" ber is displayed if it is transmitted by the net- "Dial number"...
Page 182: Muting The Microphone
COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Muting the microphone "Hold" The existing call is put on hold. The microphone can be muted in active calls. "Telephone" "Active calls" "Microphone mute" Dial the new phone number or select it from a list. Switching between two calls, toggling The muted microphone is automatically acti- Active call: highlighted.
Page 183 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Phone book Redialing Displays General information The phone book accesses the contacts of the The list of dialed numbers in the telephone are telephone and shows all contacts for which a transferred to the vehicle, depending on the phone number is entered.
Page 184: Operation By Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Received calls Hands-free system Displaying calls General information The list of received calls in the telephone is Calls being conducted using the hands-free sys- transferred into the vehicle, depending on the tem can be continued using the mobile phone mobile phone.
Page 185 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth The concept Example: dialing phone numbers > The mobile phone can be operated without Briefly press the button on the steering removing your hand from the steering wheel. wheel. {Dial number} > In many cases, the entry process is sup- The system replies: {{Please say the num- ported by means of announcements or ber.}}...
Page 186: Snap-In Adapter
Confirm prompt with {Yes}. Detailed information on snap-in adapters that compatibly support mobile phone functions can Adjusting volume be found at your MINI dealer. Turn knob during announcement. Do not expose your mobile phone to extreme > The volume remains the same, even if the ambient conditions, for example, very high tem- volume of other audio sources is changed.
Page 187 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Installation location Removing mobile phone In the center armrest. Inserting snap-in adapter Press the button and remove the cover. Press the button and remove the mobile phone. Insert the snap-in adapter at the front, arrow 1, and press downward, arrow 2, until it clicks into place.
Page 188: Office
Bluetooth radio standards. Data from the mobile phone are again trans- ferred to the vehicle. For information about which mobile phones and functions are available, go to www.mini.com/ connectivity. Current office A limited number of compatible mobile phones are available for Office.
Page 189 COMMUNICATIONS Office Contacts The connection is established. Editing a contact General information Select the desired contact. Contacts can be created and edited. The con- "Edit contact" tacts from the mobile phone are displayed as well if this function is supported by the mobile phone.
Page 190 COMMUNICATIONS Office Checking the address as a destination that route guidance is possible for all addresses. An address that is to be used in route guidance must correspond to the navigation data stored "Accept address" if necessary in the vehicle. The address can be checked to "Store contact in vehicle"...
Page 191: Displaying Messages
COMMUNICATIONS Office Displaying contact pictures Message type Pictures stored with contacts are stored in the A symbol indicates the type of message. vehicle when the mobile phone is connected to Read message. the vehicle. The number of pictures transmitted Unread message. depends on the mobile phone.
Page 192: Displaying Calendar
Displaying appointment is completely transferred to the vehicle. This Select the desired appointment. may result in charges. To scroll through appointment, if necessary: "Office" > Turn the MINI joystick. "Messages" > Select the symbol. Open "Options". "Fully download e-mails" Using contact data...
Page 193 Displaying a note Sorting task list Select the desired note. Select the top line in the task list. To scroll through the note, if necessary: To select sorting criterion: > Turn the MINI joystick. > "Priority (!)" > Select the symbol. >...
Page 194 Skip over a paragraph. > To terminate the reading, move the MINI joystick to the left. What to do if… For information on suitable mobile phones, refer to page 174. To display a contact or dial a phone number: >...
Page 195 > If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function please contact the Hotline or your MINI dealer. Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 196: Mini Connected
Overview > At your MINI dealer. The concept Connecting a mobile You can use MINI Connected to integrate certain phone software applications of a suitable mobile phone into your MINI. These software applications are Connecting via the USB audio interface displayed on the Control Display.
Page 197: Using Mini Connected
MINI Connected, > via the snap-in adapter, refer to the applications are displayed on the Control page 185. Display and can be operated using the MINI joy- stick. "MINI Connected" Volume adjustments can be made using the "PlugIn"...
Page 200: Mobility
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Page 201: Refueling
MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle equipment MINI Paceman: 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.
Page 202: Fuel Specifications
Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise, overflowing fuel can cause damage to the Recommended gasoline grades environment and the vehicle.< The manufacturer of your MINI recommends: Fuel tank capacity > AKI 91. If the range displayed is less than >...
Page 203 MOBILITY Refueling If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI rating, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high external temperatures. This has no effect on the engine life. The use of poor quality fuels may result in harmful engine deposits or damage.
Page 204: Wheels And Tires
This also recommended by the manufacturer of your applies to safety related functions and systems. MINI. Your MINI dealer will be glad to advise you.< Tire inflation pressures For correct identification of the right tire infla- tion pressures, observe the following: >...
Page 205 MOBILITY Wheels and tires MINI Paceman: The maximum permitted speed for these tire inflation pressures is 100 mph or 160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed; otherwise, tire damage and accidents may occur.< Tire inflation pressures for driving above 100 mph or 160 km/h...
Page 206 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressures MINI Cooper Countryman Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds including those Speeds up to a max. of exceeding 100 mph / 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/psi for cold tires.
Page 207 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressures MINI Cooper S Countryman / Cooper S ALL4 Countryman Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds including those Speeds up to a max. of exceeding 100 mph / 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h...
Page 208 MOBILITY Wheels and tires MINI Countryman John Cooper Works tire inflation pressures Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds including those Speeds up to a max. of exceeding 100 mph / 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/psi for cold tires.
Page 209 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressures for MINI Paceman Cooper Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds including those Speeds up to a max. of exceeding 100 mph / 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/psi for cold tires.
Page 210 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressures for MINI Paceman Cooper S / Paceman Cooper S ALL4 Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds including those Speeds up to a max. of exceeding 100 mph / 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h...
Page 211: Tire Identification Marks
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire identification marks DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire Traction AA A B C makes it easier to identify and choose the right Temperature A B C tires.
Page 212: Tire Damage
To do so, drive carefully to the nearest water are present on the road surface. MINI dealer or a specialized tire shop that has specially trained personnel working in accor- Winter tires...
Page 213: New Wheels And Tires
Your MINI dealer will be glad to inform you The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle about the correct wheel and tire combination for with the letters RSC on the sidewall.
Page 214: Snow Chains
Keep in mind Snow chains that no space-saver spare tire is available in the event of a flat. Your MINI dealer will be glad to Only certain types of fine-link snow chains have advise you.
Page 215: Engine Compartment
This also instructions, then have the work carried out by applies to safety related functions and systems. your MINI dealer. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent dam- age and related safety hazards.<...
Page 216: Engine Oil
MOBILITY Engine compartment Hood Closing Releasing Close the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/ 40 cm with momentum. It must be clearly heard to engage. Pull the lever. If you notice any signs while driving your Do not clean the windshield and head- vehicle that the hood is not completely lamps if the hood is unlocked as this may closed, stop at once and close it securely.
Page 217: Adding Engine Oil
BMW Longlife-01 BMW Longlife-01 FE Additional information on approved types of oil can be found at a MINI dealer. Do not add the maximum quantity of Alternative oil types 1 US quart/1 liter of engine oil until the oil level...
Page 218: Coolant Temperature
MOBILITY Engine compartment Oil change Topping off Only MINI dealers are to perform oil changes. Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little counterclockwise to allow any accumulated pressure to escape, then continue turning to open. Slowly fill to the correct fluid level; do not Coolant overfill.
Page 219: Maintenance
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information on service requirements. If and when you come to sell your MINI, a com- prehensive record of servicing will prove a signif- The manufacturer of the MINI recom- icant benefit.
Page 220 This indicates excessive misfiring or a malfunction in the engine. If this happens, reduce your speed and visit the nearest MINI dealer as soon as possible. Severe misfiring can quickly lead to serious dam- age of emissions-related components, espe- cially the catalytic converter.
Page 221: Care
The ingredients of original MINI Care Prod- Before driving into the car wash, check if the sys- ucts have been tested, and the products tem is suitable for your MINI. Observe the fol- have been tested in the laboratory and in prac- lowing points: tice.
Page 222 MOBILITY Care > Remove additional attachments, e.g. spoil- Observe local regulations regarding wash- ers or telephone antennas, if there is a pos- ing vehicles by hand.< sibility that they could be damaged. Headlamps > Insert the remote control into the ignition lock.
Page 223 Only treat with water or rubber care products. The leather processed by the manufac- Do not use silicon sprays or other silicon- turer of your MINI is a high-quality natural containing care products on rubber seals; product. Light variations in the grain is one of otherwise, noise and damage could occur.<...
Page 224: Vehicle Storage
If you park your vehicle longer than three matted. months, ask your MINI dealer to advise you. Interior plastic parts These include: > Plastic surfaces >...
Page 225: Replacing Components
The manufacturer of your before you open the hood.< 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. Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 226: Xenon Lamps
MINI dealer or a work- carried out only by your MINI dealer. Due to high shop that has specially trained personnel work- voltage, there is a risk of fatal injury if work on...
Page 227 MOBILITY Replacing components Accessing the lamp from the engine To insert the new bulb and replace the compartment cover, proceed in reverse order. The low-beam/high-beam bulb can be changed Turn signals, parking lamps, roadside from the engine compartment. parking lamps, and fog lamps Accessing the lamps via the wheel well Removing the cover: Press the tab.
Page 228 Replacing a fog lamp bulb Side marker lamps H8 bulb, 35 watts Have these bulbs replaced by your MINI dealer. Turn in the wheel. Remove cover 2. To do so, turn the cover counterclockwise. Detach the cable connector.
Page 229: Tail Lamps
Push the cover panel out from the rear of the cargo area side trim panel and remove it. Bulb P 21 W MINI Countryman: Open emergency release for the fuel filler flap, see page 200, and then push to the Brake/tail lamp side with the foam insert.
Page 230: License Plate Lamps
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.
Page 231: Repairing A Flat Tire
Preparations Plug and cable for the socket in the vehicle interior, page Use of the MINI Mobility Kit may be ineffective if the tire puncture measures approx. 1/8 in/4 mm Connection hose to connect the compressor or more. Contact the nearest MINI dealer if the...
Page 232: Distributing The Sealant
Insert the sealant bottle on the compressor still cannot be reached, then the tire is too housing in an upright position. heavily damaged. Please contact the nearest MINI dealer.< Stowing Mobility Kit Unscrew filler hose 2 of the sealant bottle from the wheel.
Page 233: Changing Wheels
After driving approx. 3.1 miles/5 km or The tire change set is available from as an ten minutes, stop at a suitable location. optional accessory at your MINI dealer. Screw the connection hose 6 of the com- pressor directly onto the tire valve.
Page 234: Vehicle Battery
Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the After a battery replacement, have the battery wheel. registered on the vehicle by your MINI dealer to ensure that all convenience functions are fully Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from available and, if necessary, the corresponding the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub.
Page 235: Charging The Battery
After replacing old batteries, return the Have fuses replaced by your MINI dealer.< used batteries to your MINI dealer or to a A fuse assignment diagram is located on the recycling center. Maintain the battery in an inside of the fuse box cover panels.
Page 236 MOBILITY Replacing components In the vehicle interior On the right side of the footwell. Opening the cover Press out at the recess. Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 237: Giving And Receiving Assistance
Jump-starting First aid pouch If the car's own battery is flat, your MINI's engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables Some of the articles contained in the first aid to another vehicle's battery. You can also use pouch have a limited service life.
Page 238 MOBILITY Giving and receiving assistance Connecting jumper cables Body ground in MINI: Connect the jumper cables in the correct order, so that no sparks which could cause injury occur.< Open the battery cover in the engine com- partment to access the positive terminal of your MINI.
Page 239: Being Towed
MOBILITY Giving and receiving assistance Using a tow fitting MINI Paceman: 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 >...
Page 240 MOBILITY Giving and receiving assistance With towbar MINI Paceman: 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...
Page 241 MOBILITY Giving and receiving assistance 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.
Page 244: Reference
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Page 245: Technical Data
This also range is described. Equipment is also described applies to safety related functions and systems. Engine data MINI Countryman Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Displacement cu in/ 97.5/ 97.5/ 97.5/ cmμ 1,598...
Page 246 REFERENCE Technical data MINI Paceman Cooper Cooper S Displacement cu in/ 97.5/ 97.5/ cmμ 1,598 1,598 Number of cylinders Maximum power out- At engine speed 6,000 5,500 Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 118/160 177/240 with overboost – 192/260 At engine speed...
Page 248 REFERENCE Technical data Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Vehicle width, with outside mirror 78.5/1,995 78.5/1,995 78.6/1,996 Vehicle height without roof 61.5/1,561 61.5/1,561 61.5/1,561 antenna Vehicle width, without outside 70.4/1,789 70.4/1,789 70.4/1,789 mirror Wheelbase 102.2/2,595 102.2/2,595 102.2/2,596 Vehicle length 161.7/4,108 161.8/4,110...
Page 249 REFERENCE Technical data MINI Paceman Cooper Cooper S Vehicle width, with outside mirror 78.6/1,996 78.6/1,996 Vehicle height without roof antenna 59.8/1,518 59.9/1,522 Vehicle width, without outside mirror 70.3/1,786 70.3/1,786 Wheelbase 102.2/2,596 102.2/2,596 Vehicle length 162.2/4,120 162.2/4,120 All dimensions in in/mm. Minimum turning radius dia.: 38.1 ft/11.6 m.
Page 250 REFERENCE Technical data Weights MINI Countryman Cooper Cooper S Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras > Manual transmission lbs/kg 2,954/1,340 3,053/1,385 > Automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,020/1,370 3,097/1,405 Approved gross weight > Manual transmission lbs/kg 3,858/1,750 3,990/1,810 >...
Page 251 REFERENCE Technical data Cooper S ALL4 John Cooper Works Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras > Manual transmission lbs/kg 3,208/1,455 3,263/1,480 > Automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,252/1,475 3,307/1,500 Approved gross weight > Manual transmission lbs/kg 4,101/1,860 4,156/1,885 >...
Page 252 REFERENCE Technical data MINI Paceman 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...
Page 253: Short Commands For The Voice Activation
REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Short commands for the voice activation system Vehicle equipment General information In this chapter, all production, country, and Instructions for the voice activation system, refer optional equipment that is offered in the model to page 21.
Page 254 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system CD/Multimedia CD drive Function Command Playing a CD {C D on} {Select C D} Selecting a CD Selecting a CD and track {C D … track …} e.g. CD 3 track 5 Selecting a track {C D track …} e.g.
Page 255 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Radio Function Command Selecting the radio {Radio} {F M} Selecting FM stations Selecting manual search {Manual} Selecting the frequency range {Select frequency} {Select station} e.g. W-PLJ Selecting a station Function Command Selecting AM stations {A M} {Manual} Selecting manual search...
Page 256 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Stored stations Function Command Selecting stored stations {Presets} {Select preset} Choosing a stored station Selecting a stored station {Preset …} e.g. stored station 2 Telephone Function Command Opening the Telephone menu {Telephone} {Phonebook} To display phone book To redial...
Page 257 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Function Command {Messages} Displaying messages {Calendar} Displaying calendar Displaying tasks {Tasks} {Reminders} Displaying reminders Contacts Function Command Accessing contacts {Contacts} {My contacts} My contacts New contact {New contact} Navigation General information Function Command Navigation menu {Navigation}...
Page 258 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Function Command {Route preference} Selecting route criteria {Route information} Selecting route Switching on the voice instructions {Switch on voice instructions} {Repeat voice instructions} Repeating a voice instruction Switching off the voice instructions {Switch off voice instructions} {Address book} Displaying the address book...
Page 259: Vehicle Information
REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Route guidance with intermediate destinations Function Command Entering a new destination {Enter address} Vehicle information Function Command Accessing the onboard computer {Onboard info} {Trip computer} Accessing the trip computer Accessing vehicle information {Vehicle info} {Vehicle status} Accessing vehicle status...
Page 260 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Function Command {Speed} Accessing speed limit settings {Lighting} Activating lighting Selecting the door lock {Door locks} Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...
Page 261: Everything From A To Z
REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index Air flow rate 88, Arrival time – air conditioning system – computer ABS Antilock Brake System – automatic climate control – route guidance Accepting a call 167, – heating, ventilation Ashtray Accessories, see Vehicle Airing, refer to Ventilation...
Page 262 Band-aids, refer to First aid – ABS – CD/DVD drives pouch – breaking in – high-pressure washers Bar, refer to Tow-starting, – MINI Maintenance – leather towing away System – manual washing Base plate for telephone or – parking brake –...
Page 263 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z CD, audio playback Clock Control stick, refer to Onboard CD player – setting time computer – controls – 12 h/24 h mode Control unit, refer to Onboard – fast forward/reverse Closing computer – random order –...
Page 264 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z DBC Dynamic Brake Control, Displaying contact Dry air, refer to Cooling refer to Brake Assist pictures function Deactivating front passenger Displaying contacts DSC Dynamic Stability airbags Displaying special Control Deadlocking, refer to destinations DTC Dynamic Traction Locking Display lighting, refer to Control...
Page 265 Four-wheel drive, refer to refer to Service Failure of an electrical ALL4 requirements consumer Front airbags – MINI Maintenance Fastening safety belts, refer to Front fog lamps System Safety belts – replacing bulb Engine oil level, checking Fastest route for...
Page 266 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Gasoline display, refer to Fuel Head restraints Ignition key position 2, refer to gauge – sitting safely Ignition on Gear indicator Heated Ignition lock – automatic transmission with Imprint – mirrors Steptronic – rear window 89, Incoming call 167, Gear shifting –...
Page 267 LATCH child restraint fixing Luggage compartment – for automatic climate system partition net, refer to Cargo control Leather care – MINI Maintenance LEDs light-emitting diodes Luggage rack, refer to Roof- System Length, refer to mounted luggage rack Dimensions Lumbar support...
Page 268 Octane ratings, refer to Fuel MINI Connected Navigation destination specifications MINI Internet page – entering manually 120, Odometer MINI joystick, refer to Onboard – home address Office computer Navigation instructions, refer – current office MINI Maintenance System to Switching voice –...
Page 269 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Recirculated-air mode 89, Recirculation of air, refer to Paintwork, care Radio Recirculated-air Park Distance Control PDC – controls mode 89, Parking – HD Radio Reclining seat, refer to – vehicle – satellite radio Backrest Parking aid, refer to Park –...
Page 270 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Roof load capacity Safety belts Selector lever Roof-mounted luggage – center belt – automatic transmission with rack – damage Steptronic Rope, refer to Tow-starting, – indicator lamp Selector lever lock towing away – reminder –...
Page 271 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Shuffled, refer to Random Speedo, refer to Storing a destination in the – CD player Speedometer address book Side airbags Speedometer Storing the vehicle Side marker lamps, replacing Speed volume Storing tires bulbs Split rear seat backrest, refer to Stowage, refer to Storage Side turn signal Expanding the cargo...
Page 272 – Flat Tire Monitor TMC station, refer to Traffic Steptronic – indicator/warning lamp information – manual transmission – MINI Mobility Kit Tone – overriding selector lever lock – run-flat tires – middle setting for automatic transmission – Tire Pressure Monitor...
Page 273 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Turning circle, refer to Washer fluid Dimensions – capacity of reservoir Turn signal Vehicle Washer fluid reservoir – front, replacing bulb – battery Waste tray, refer to – indicator lamp 12, – breaking in Ashtray –...
Page 274 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Winter tires – setting speed limit – storage Wiper blade replacement Wiper system Word matching principle for navigation Work in the engine compartment Xenon lamps – replacing bulb Online Edition for Part no. 01402917368 - © 10/12 BMW AG...

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