Page 1 Contents OWNER'S MANUAL A - Z MINI COUPE MINI ROADSTER MINI CONVERTIBLE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 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 John Cooper the next owner with important operating, safety and mainte- Works 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 II/12, 03 12 500 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 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 268. Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Office MINI Connected Notes Reporting safety defects MOBILITY 205 Refueling AT A GLANCE 9...
Page 5: Notes
Symbols on vehicle components find this in the first chapter. Indicates that you should consult the rele- Should you wish to sell your MINI at some time in vant section of this Owner's Manual for the future, remember to hand over this Owner's information on a particular part or assembly.
Page 6: For Your Safety
Used engine oil contains chemicals that have if it can be used on a MINI safely and without caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always risk to either the vehicle, its operation, or its protect your skin by washing thoroughly with occupants.
Page 7: Reporting Safety Defects
We recommend that you read this publication damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not cov- thoroughly. ered by the MINI New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Your MINI is covered by the following warranties: Reporting safety defects >...
Page 10: At A Glance
AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS NAVIGATION ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNICATIONS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 11: Vehicle Equipment
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 Turn signals Activating/deactivating cruise High beams control Headlamp flasher Roadside parking lamps Computer Left side MINI Roadster, MINI Convertible: Always Increasing or reducing volume Open Timer Tachometer Telephone: Instrument lighting Press: accepting and ending a call, starting dialing of selected phone...
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 77. 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 with Control Display 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...
Page 16 Windshield heating Air flow rate Switches in the center console Seat heating Power windows MINI Convertible: central power window unit Rear fog lamp Front fog lamps Central locking system, inside Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 17 Switch panel Reading lamps MINI Roadster: interior lamps/ reading lamps Color of ambient lighting MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: extend- ing and retracting spoiler manually MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster: Opening and closing the sunroof or convertible top Interior lamps Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 18: Onboard Computer
Display can be damaged. 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 19: Operating Principle
AT A GLANCE Onboard computer Operating principle MINI joystick with buttons Selecting menu items and carrying out settings. As of radio readiness, the following message Turning 1 and pressing 2. appears on the Control Display: Tilting in four directions. To hide the message: Press the MINI joystick.
Page 20 A new menu is displayed or the function is To display the first panel of the menu: executed. Move the MINI joystick as often to the left as Using the button on the MINI joystick: necessary until the first panel is displayed.
Page 21 Function is deactivated. Turn the MINI joystick until "Time:" is selected, and press the MINI joystick. Turn the MINI joystick to set the hours and press the MINI joystick. Turn the MINI joystick to set the minutes and press the MINI joystick.
Page 22 AT A GLANCE Onboard computer Status information Time Telephone status > Incoming, outgoing or missed call > Roaming active > Text message received Reception strength of the wireless network, depends on the mobile phone Display for: > Entertainment: Radio, CD, external devices >...
Page 23: 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 numbers. lowercase letters: Select additional letters or numbers if needed.
Page 24: 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 25 AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Commands Carrying out functions through short commands Individual menu items on the Control Display can be voiced as commands. Main menu functions can be executed immedi- ately by short commands, almost regardless The commands that are possible depend upon of which menu item is selected, e.g., {Vehicle which menu is currently shown on the Control status}.
Page 26 AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Notes For voice commands, bear in mind the following: > Do not use the voice activation system to initiate an emergency call. In stressful situations, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establishment of a telephone connection.
Page 28 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS NAVIGATION ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNICATIONS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 29: Opening And Closing
The concept remote control contains a replaceable battery, page 38. The functions of your MINI can be set individu- ally. By means of Personal Profiles, most of these If more than one remote control unit is used, the settings are stored for the remote control settings called up and implemented depend on currently in use.
Page 30: Central Locking System
CONTROLS Opening and closing Central locking system This means that your settings will be activated for you, even if in the meantime your car was used by someone else with another remote The concept control and the corresponding settings. The central locking system is ready for operation At most three remote controls can be set for whenever the driver's door is closed.
Page 31 The welcome lamps and interior lamps come on. opened. In order to open the convertible top of your MINI Unlocking mode Convertible: release button and push again until You can also set which parts of the car are the convertible top is completely open.
Page 32 FCC ID: LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Press the MINI joystick. Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Switching on interior lamps > This device must not cause harmful...
Page 33: Unlocking And Opening
Pull on the door handle of either door twice: locking. the first time unlocks the door, the second In the MINI Convertible, the convertible top time opens it. closes first, followed by the folding sunroof, and finally the side windows close.
Page 34: Automatic Locking
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can tailgate.< also manually release the tailgate. While driving, sharp objects or objects MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: with edges may strike against the rear window and damage the heating element for the rear window. Assure that there are no objects with sharp edges near the rear window.<...
Page 35: Emergency Unlocking
MINI Roadster Pull the handle, refer to arrow. The tailgate is released. MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster: Emergency unlocking A handle recess on the interior trim panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull it down.
Page 36: General Information
CONTROLS Opening and closing > Display on the revolution counter The car’s inclination changes, for example if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the When the system is armed, all LEDs pulse. After wheels or to raise it prior to towing it away approx.
Page 37 Comfort Access > If pets are to remain inside the car > MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: closing the side windows Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior movement detector Functional requirements >...
Page 38: Automatic Transmission
In addition, the Before driving a vehicle with automatic convertible top on the MINI Cabrio and MINI transmission into a car wash Roadster can be closed. Insert remote control into ignition lock.
Page 39: Warning Lamps
In order to close the window, press the switch up. The window closes until you release the Take the old battery to a recycling center switch. or to your MINI dealer.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 40 Take the key with you when you leave MINI Convertible: opening the convertible top is the car; otherwise, children could operate possible.< the electric windows and possibly injure Close the doors.
Page 41: Power Convertible Top
Here are some helpful tips for getting the most similar low structure, make sure that you have enjoyment out of your MINI Convertible: the minimum clearance of 6 ft 7 in/2 m; other- >...
Page 42 CONTROLS Opening and closing Operating while driving Switch off the ignition and then switch it on again. The convertible top may be opened or closed while driving not faster than 20 mph/30 km/h. Press the switch to continue the procedure in the desired direction.
Page 43 CONTROLS Opening and closing Use the screwdriver and turn the gold-col- Using the Allen wrench, loosen second bolt, ored screw, refer to arrow, one and a half arrow, to unlock the convertible top. turns in the direction of the arrow. Releasing the convertible top Loosen bolt, arrow, with the Allen wrench and remove.
Page 44 2 until the convertible top is securely cowl. locked. Inside the vehicle, use a screwdriver to pry Please contact your MINI dealer to have out the cover in the center of the roof. the electrical malfunction repaired.< Closing the sliding sunroof...
Page 45 On the opposite side of the vehicle, insert Here are some helpful tips for getting the most the retaining pin 1 into the opening, push- enjoyment out of your MINI Roadster: ing against the spring load. > It is recommended that you close the con- Push out retaining pin 2 on one side until it vertible top whenever the vehicle is parked.
Page 46 While opening and closing, the convertible top pivots upward. When opening or clos- ing the convertible top in garages, under bridges or similar locations, ensure that there is a mini- mum clearance of 2 meters; otherwise damage may occur to the vehicle.<...
Page 47 When opening or clos- ing the convertible top in garages, under bridges General information or similar locations, ensure that there is a mini- mum clearance of 2 meters; otherwise damage The fully automatic convertible top provides may occur to the vehicle.<...
Page 48 CONTROLS Opening and closing Malfunction Opening The Convertible top not locked indicator lamp Fold the handle out and rotate until it lights up and a message appears on the Control reaches the end stop, arrow. Display. Interruption A convertible top which is not completely open or closed is hazardous.<...
Page 49: Wind Deflector
The closing procedure must be completely finished. Otherwise, damage or injury could result.< MINI Roadster: Wind deflector Before closing Move the side windows slightly down, stop the With the convertible top open, the wind deflec- engine and switch off the ignition.
Page 50 CONTROLS Opening and closing Installing With the parts 1 pointing rearward, insert the wind deflector into the recesses 2 in the rollover bar. Slide the wind deflector downward until it engages, arrow 3. The wind deflector must engage firmly; otherwise it can come loose at high speeds.<...
Page 51: 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 52: Seat Adjustment
CONTROLS Adjustments Longitudinal adjustment injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing bulky cloth- ing and regularly pull the belt in the upper-body Pull the lever, arrow 1, and slide the seat into the area taut; otherwise, its restraining effect could desired position, arrows 2. impaired.<...
Page 53: Head Restraints
MINI Convertible: getting in back Correctly adjust the head restraints of all MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: access to lateral occupied seats; otherwise, there is an storage tray increased risk of injury in an accident.<...
Page 54: Switching Off
Front and rear seats Fold back the backrest. MINI Convertible: rear Pull up as far as it will go. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint out completely.
Page 55: Exterior Mirrors
Have this work carried out only by a MINI dealer or by a workshop that has Automatic heating specially trained personnel working in accor-...
Page 56: Steering Wheel
CONTROLS Adjustments Steering wheel Interior rearview mirror Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion; otherwise, there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected movement.< To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night: Turn the knob.
Page 57: Transporting Children Safely
Observe the child restraint system manu- facturer's instructions when selecting, MINI Convertible: children should installing and using child restraint systems. always sit in the rear Otherwise, the protective effect may be Accident research has shown that the safest diminished.<...
Page 58: Mini Convertible
MINI Convertible MINI Convertible: anchor points for LATCH anchors Before installing the child seat, pull the belt out of the area for the child restraint fixing system. All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the...
Page 59 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Child restraint system with tether strap MINI Coupe Use the tether strap anchors to secure child restraint systems only; otherwise, the anchors could be damaged.< MINI Coupe: Direction of travel Head restraint Partition Rear cargo well...
Page 60 CONTROLS Transporting children safely MINI Convertible Ensure that the upper strap 9 is passed between the seat backrest 8 and the roll- over protection system with cross member 3; otherwise, the strap will not properly secure the child restraint system.<...
Page 61: 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 62: 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 63: Parking Brake
CONTROLS Driving Automatic transmission In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be used to slow or stop the car, do With the car at a stop, move the selector not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, con- lever to position P.
Page 64 CONTROLS Driving Removing the key Overriding the selector lever lock To remove the key from the ignition lock, first move the selector lever into position P and then switch off the engine: interlock. Remove the key from the ignition lock, refer to page 60. Selector lever positions P R N D M/S + –...
Page 65 CONTROLS Driving Sport program and manual mode M/S Shifting on the steering wheel With the selector lever in position D, automatic drive, you can shift gears using the shift paddles on the steering wheel. The transmission auto- matically switches to manual mode. If you do not shift gears with the shift paddles or accelerate for a certain amount of time, the transmission automatically returns to D,...
Page 66 CONTROLS Driving Signaling a turn briefly Press the lever as far as the resistance point for as long as you wish to signal a turn. Triple turn signal activation Press the lever as far as the resistance point. You can set whether the turn signal flashes once or three times.
Page 67: Wiper System
CONTROLS Driving Wiper system depends on the intensity of the rainfall. The rain sensor is mounted on the windshield, directly in Do not turn on the wipers when they are front of the interior rearview mirror. frozen; otherwise, the wiper blades and the windshield wiper motor may be damaged.<...
Page 68: Washer Fluid
CONTROLS Driving Window washer nozzles Press and hold the button until the display changes. The window washer nozzles are heated auto- matically while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on. Washer fluid Washer fluid is flammable. Keep it away from ignition sources, only store it in the closed, original container, and keep out of reach of children;...
Page 69: Cruise Control
CONTROLS Driving Cruise control > The transmission is set on N > The stability control system is on The concept Cruise control is not deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal. Once the accelerator Cruise control is available at vehicle speeds of at pedal is released, the stored speed is achieved least approx.
Page 70 CONTROLS Driving Display on tachometer Selected speed is displayed briefly. If --- mph or --- km/h is displayed briefly in the tachometer, the conditions necessary for operation may not be fulfilled.< Malfunction The warning lamp in the tachometer lights up if the system fails. A message appears on the Control Display.
Page 71: Controls Overview
CONTROLS Controls overview Controls overview Vehicle equipment Reserve Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone In this chapter, all production, country, and of approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters the remaining indi- optional equipment that is offered in the model cator lamps change from orange to red, arrow, range is described.
Page 72: Trip Odometer
Briefly press button 3. > Average speed Resetting the trip odometer: > MINI Roadster, MINI Convertible: Always While the trip recorder is displayed and the Open Timer ignition is switched on, press button 3. To set the corresponding units of measure, refer Time to Units of measure on page 74.
Page 73: Average Fuel Consumption
"Reset trip odometer" button, page 12, To reset average fuel consumption: press the for approx. 2 seconds. button in the turn signal lever for approx. To reset the total driving time, contact your MINI 2 seconds. dealer. Current fuel consumption...
Page 74: 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 message. Resetting the trip computer Displays in the "Onboard info": To reset all values: "Vehicle Info"...
Page 75: Units Of Measure
CONTROLS Controls overview Next setting or item of information Button for: > Selecting display > Setting values > Confirming selected display or set values > Calling up computer information Symbol Function Adjusting rain sensor While in a setting or information item, press the button in the turn signal indicator repeatedly until "NEXT"...
Page 76: Service Requirements
You can request more detailed information on 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 required, legally mandated inspections, is shown.
Page 77 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 78: Check Control
Turn MINI joystick until the desired time systems monitored. Check Control messages zone is set and press the MINI joystick. involve indicator and warning lamps in the The time zone is stored.
Page 79 CONTROLS Controls overview Supplemental text messages For most Check Control messages, you can view more information later, e.g. regarding the cause of a malfunction and how to respond, refer to page 79. symbol indicates that Check Control messages have been stored. Check Control mes- sages can be viewed whenever it is convenient.
Page 80: Speed Limit
Displaying on the onboard computer "Vehicle Info" "Vehicle status" "Check Control" 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" "Speed"...
Page 81: Altering Settings
Switch between a standard dialog and a short dialog. "Settings" "Language/Units" "Speech mode:" Select the desired dialog. Press the MINI joystick. Altering settings Language on the Control Display You can set the language on the Control Display. The setting is stored for the remote control "Settings"...
Page 82 CONTROLS Controls overview Turn the MINI joystick until the desired setting is reached. Press the MINI joystick. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. In bright conditions, for example, the brightness control may not be clearly visible.
Page 83: 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 84: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control Dynamic Stability Control DSC systems The concept Your MINI has a number of systems that help to DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse traction when you pull away from rest or driving conditions.
Page 85: Dynamic Traction Control Dtc
CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Activating DSC Activating DTC Press the button 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 86: Sport Button
CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Sport button Deactivating both DTC and DSC Pressing the button causes your MINI to respond even more sportily. > Engine responds more spontaneously to movements of the accelerator. > Steering response is more direct.
Page 87: Automatic Mode
CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Retracting rear spoiler Do not push on the rear spoiler; otherwise, it may be damaged. If the rear spoiler was manually extended and a For information on car washing facilities and speed of 50 mph/80 km/h not exceeded, then care, see page and following.
Page 88: System Limitations
CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Flat Tire Monitor FTM Status display The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can be displayed on the Control Display, e.g. whether or The concept not the FTM is active. The system does not measure the actual "Vehicle Info"...
Page 89 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 Use the Mobility Kit to remedy the flat tire on change in the handling characteristics, e.g.
Page 90: 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 91: Resetting The System
If it is not possible to identify the damaged pressures in the tires are accepted as the target tire, contact your MINI dealer. values to be monitored. The resetting process is Use the Mobility Kit to remedy the flat tire on completed automatically as you drive.
Page 92 If the inflation pressure is correct in all four > Wheel without TPM electronics is mounted: tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not If need be, have it checked by your MINI have been reset. The system must then be dealer. reset.
Page 93 CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety Declaration according to NHTSA/ The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- Systems tem detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain Each tire, including the spare, should be continuously lit.
Page 94: Automatic Deactivation Of The Front Passenger Airbags
Front airbags the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of air- bag generators executed only by a MINI dealer Side/head airbags in the backrests or a workshop that works according to repair procedures of the manufacturer of your MINI...
Page 95 The indicator lamp does not come on if the passenger seat unless they are specifically rec- seat is empty. ommended by the manufacturer of your MINI. The front and side airbags for the front Do not place items under the seat which could passenger are not activated.
Page 96 Have the necessary work on the rollover protec- tion system of your MINI only carried out by an authorized MINI dealer. Faulty repair may lead to the failure of the system or malfunctions.
Page 97: Lamps
CONTROLS Lamps Lamps Vehicle equipment The parking lamps will discharge the battery. Therefore, do not leave them on In this chapter, all production, country, and for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the optional equipment that is offered in the model battery might not have enough power to start range is described.
Page 98: Daytime Running Lights
CONTROLS Lamps Welcome lamps Daytime running lights If you leave the light switch in the low beam or The light switch can remain in the lamps off, automatic headlamp control position when you parking lamps or automatic headlamp control switch off the ignition, the parking lamps and position.
Page 99: Front Fog Lamps
A message is displayed. The Adaptive Light Control is malfunctioning or Front fog lamps failed. Have the system checked as soon as possible. MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster High beams/ roadside parking lamps Front fog lamps Rear fog lamp Press the respective switch to turn the lamps on/off.
Page 100: Interior Lamps
CONTROLS Lamps Interior lamps > Turn on rear fog lamps: Press the switch downward The interior lighting, the footwell lamps and the To switch them off, press the switch upward or luggage compartment lighting are automati- downward again. cally controlled. Front fog lamps To reduce the drain on the battery, a short while after the ignition is switched off,...
Page 101: Mini Roadster With Semi-Automatic Convertible Top
CONTROLS Lamps MINI Roadster with semi-automatic convertible top > To switch on interior lamps: Press the switch toward the rear. > To switch on reading lamps: Press the switch forward. To turn off, press the respective switch forward again or back.
Page 102: Climate
Equipment versions Air vents Depending on your vehicle's equipment, your Airflow directed toward the windshield and MINI contains an air conditioner or an automatic side windows climate control. Air to the upper body area, draft-free Air conditioner...
Page 103: Air Conditioner
CONTROLS Climate Air conditioner Air flow rate Rear window defroster Cooling function Air distribution Recirculated-air mode Windshield heating Temperature Air flow rate The cooling function helps prevent condensa- tion on the windows or removes it quickly. Adjust the air flow rate. The higher the rate, the more effective the heating or Depending on the weather, the windshield may cooling will be.
Page 104: Automatic Climate Control
Turn on windshield heating if necessary. Intermediate settings are possible. Turn on rear window defroster if necessary. Microfilter The microfilter captures dust and pollen. The microfilter is changed by your MINI dealer during routine maintenance work. Automatic climate control Air flow rate, manual Temperature...
Page 105: Maximum Cooling
CONTROLS Climate Comfortable interior climate Convertible Program AUTO program 2 offers the ideal air distribution If the convertible top is open, the Convertible and air flow rate for almost all conditions, refer Program is activated. During the Convertible to AUTO program below. All you need to do is Program, the automatic climate control is opti- select an interior temperature which is comfort- mized for driving with the convertible top down.
Page 106: Rear Window Defroster
Windshield heating outside air. Your MINI dealer replaces this com- The windshield heating is switched bined filter as a standard part of your scheduled off automatically after a certain maintenance.
Page 107 CONTROLS Climate Ventilation Knob for continuous opening and closing Jet for direction of air flow Opening/closing Turn the knob. Direction of air flow Swivel the entire jet. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 108: Practical Interior Accessories
166. The USB interface is located on the right side of MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster: the glove compartment, toward the top. Locking Observe the following when connecting: Use the integrated key of the remote control, >...
Page 109: Center Armrest
You can connect an external audio device such The map compartments in the MINI Convertible as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks over are located next to the rear seats.
Page 110: Cupholders And Ashtray
CONTROLS Practical interior accessories MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: lateral Cupholders storage tray behind the seats Two cupholders are located in the front of the center console; another is in the rear at the back of the center console. Use lightweight, nonbreakable containers and do not transport hot beverages.
Page 111: Cigarette Lighter Socket
Practical interior accessories Connecting electrical appliances In your MINI, when the engine is running or if the ignition is switched on, you can use electrical devices such as flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., up to approx. 140 watts at 12 volts, as long as one of the following sockets is available.
Page 114 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS NAVIGATION ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNICATIONS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 115: 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 116: Driving Through Water
Braking safely sary. This strategy helps you avoid placing Your MINI is equipped with ABS. If you are in a excessive loads on the brake system. Downshift- situation which requires full braking, it is best to ing in manual mode of the automatic transmis- brake using maximum brake pressure.
Page 117: Cargo Loading
Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal. In the MINI Cooper S, the coolant pump may continue to run for some time after the engine is switched off. This will generate noise in the engine compartment.
Page 118 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: opening for Loading aid loading When the convertible top is closed, you can load Always secure snowboards and similar the vehicle more easily by releasing the convert- items; otherwise, these may pose a ible top and folding it up.
Page 119: Determining Cargo Limit
The belt guide loop, refer to page 54, must be closed.< Load MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: Determining cargo limit Locate the following statement on your vehicle's placard: The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs.
Page 120: Stowing Cargo
> Heavy-duty cargo straps for securing larger and heavier objects are available at your MINI dealer. Four lashing eyes are provided for attaching the cargo straps. Two of them are located on the forward wall of the cargo area.
Page 121: Saving Fuel
Rear luggage rack Closing windows A special rack system is available as an option Open windows increase air resistance and for your MINI. Please note the information therefore fuel consumption. contained in the assembly instructions. Check tire inflation pressure regularly...
Page 122 The man- ufacturer of your MINI recommends having the vehicle serviced by a MINI dealer. Also note the MINI Maintenance System, page 225. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 124: Navigation
AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS NAVIGATION ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNICATIONS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 125: 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 126 NAVIGATION Navigation system To update Insert USB storage device with navigation data > Into the USB interface in the glove compartment > Into the USB audio interface. Follow the instructions on the onboard computer. Enter the activation code of the USB storage device.
Page 127: 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 128 Select the digits. Select the symbol. Change to the list of house numbers. 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 numbers. cities and select a name.
Page 129: Address Book
NAVIGATION Destination entry Starting route guidance after entering the destination "Accept destination" "Start guidance" or "Add as another destination". > Setting "Route preference", refer to page 135. > Search for "Points of Interest at loc.", refer to page 130. Select a contact in the list or if so desired, using the "A-Z search".
Page 130: Last Destinations
NAVIGATION Destination entry Storing the position Using home address as destination Your current position can be stored in the The home address must be stored as a address book. destination. Refer to Defining a home address, page or page 195. "Navigation"...
Page 131 You can search for a special destination, e.g. a to select several category details. Move the hotel or place of interest, and start route guid- MINI joystick to the left to exit category ance to the corresponding location. details. The scope of information provided "Start search"...
Page 132: Entering The Destination
NAVIGATION Destination entry > Displaying special destinations in "At different location" the map > With active route guidance: "Along route" To display symbols of the special destinations in the map: "Navigation" "Map" Open "Options". "Display Points of Interest" Starting the search for special destinations "Start search"...
Page 133: Entering Destination Via Voice
"Display current location" The section of the map around the > Changing scale: turn the MINI joystick. current position is displayed. > Moving map: move the MINI joystick in > "Find points of interest", refer to the corresponding direction. page 130. >...
Page 134: Starting Route Guidance
The town/city can also be selected from the list via the onboard computer: Entering intermediate destinations Turn the MINI joystick until the destination is A maximum of 30 intermediate destinations can selected, and press the MINI joystick. be entered for one trip.
Page 135 NAVIGATION Destination entry "Add as another destination" Select the location where the intermediate destination is to be inserted. Starting the trip After entering all intermediate destinations: "Start guidance" 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.
Page 136: 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 137: Lane Information
NAVIGATION Route guidance > > "Alternative routes": suggestions of Small arrow: indicates the next change of additional alternate routes during route direction. guidance. > Intersection view. > Lane information. > Traffic information. > Distance to the next change of direction. >...
Page 138: 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. Toolbar Resuming the original route Route segment with traffic obstruction If the route section should no longer be...
Page 139 Changing map scale After route guidance is started, the planned "Interactive map" route is displayed on the map. > Moving map: move the MINI joystick in the corresponding direction. Status boxes > Shifting map diagonally: move the Show/hide: press the MINI joystick.
Page 140: Traffic Information
Highlight the symbol. Provisions Press the MINI joystick twice. Certain MINI models equipped with navigation have the capability to display real-time traffic Adjusting volume for voice instructions 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 141 A. Total Traffic Network, a division of Clear Chan- D. Neither Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc. nor nel Broadcasting, Inc. ("Total Traffic Network") MINI NA will be liable to you for any indirect, holds the rights to the traffic incident data and special, consequential, exemplary, or incidental RDS-TMC network through which it is delivered.
Page 142 NAVIGATION Route guidance Traffic bulletins in the map "Traffic Info categories" When the traffic info map is activated, the Select the desired categories. picture on the Control Display is switched to a grayscale. This permits an optimized depiction of traffic information. The day/night mode is disregarded in this setting.
Page 143 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 144: 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 146: Entertainment
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Page 147: On/Off And Tone
ENTERTAINMENT On/off and tone On/off and tone Vehicle equipment Sound output for entertainment on/off, volume 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 148: Adjusting Volume
Various tone settings can be changed, e.g. treble and bass or the speed-dependent volume control. 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 149 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 150: 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 151: 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 station that appears in the list of stations, but is iBiquity Digital Corp.
Page 152: Satellite Radio
HD2, "Radio" HD3, etc. "Presets" Select the desired station. Select the desired station. Press the MINI joystick. Open "Options". Select the substation. "Delete entry" When reception is poor, the substation is muted for several seconds.
Page 153 ENTERTAINMENT Radio Navigation bar Dial the telephone number to have the channels activated. Symbol Function Changing list view Selecting category Entering channel directly Time shift Accessing favorites, selecting the My Favorites category This telephone number can also be used to deactivate the channels.
Page 154 ENTERTAINMENT Radio Using the onboard computer Press the MINI joystick again to confirm the highlighted channel. "Radio" "Satellite radio" Select "All channels" or the desired category. Select desired channel. Select the desired memory location. The channels are stored for the remote control currently in use.
Page 155 Select "All channels" or the desired Fast forward category. Reverse Select desired channel. Press the MINI joystick again. Automatic time shift deactivated/activated Select artist, track, or game. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 156 ENTERTAINMENT Radio Storing league or team Managing favorites Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites Activating/deactivating favorites from a selection list. Favorites can be activated or deactivated "Radio" globally and individually. "Satellite radio" "Satellite radio" "Manage favorites" "Manage favorites" "Add sports information"...
Page 157 ENTERTAINMENT Radio Symbol Meaning Information will be broadcast soon. Information is currently being broadcast. Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic Jump. Automatic update About twice a year, Sirius carries out an update of the names and positions of the channels. The update occurs automatically and can take several minutes.
Page 158: 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 159 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 160: External Devices
ENTERTAINMENT External devices External devices Vehicle equipment Connecting 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 161 ENTERTAINMENT External devices Adjusting volume Ask your MINI dealer for suitable audio devices/ mobile phones. "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" if applicable File systems "AUX front" Popular file systems for USB devices are "Volume" supported. The manufacturer of your MINI recommends the FAT 32 format.
Page 162: Copy Protection
At: www.mini.com/connectivity Select the or symbol and press the MINI joystick. > At your MINI dealer. Playback begins with the first track. For audio playback over the vehicle speakers, connect the Apple device using the special Track search adapter cable with AV-In connection 2 and USB...
Page 163 All of the tracks by that artist are then "CD/Multimedia" displayed. "External devices" "Play" Select the symbol and press the MINI joystick. Restarting a track search "Video" "New search" Playback lists To open playback lists.
Page 164: Bluetooth Audio
Notes Requirements Do not subject the audio device to > Suitable device. Information is available at extreme environmental conditions, e.g. www.mini.com/connectivity. extremely high temperatures, refer to the > Device operational. operating instructions for the audio device. > Ignition switched on.
Page 165: Starting Playback
ENTERTAINMENT External devices Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on Open "Options". the device's display. "Configure phone" The onboard computer or the device will Activate "Audio". prompt you to enter the same Bluetooth "OK" passkey. Enter the passkey and confirm. Connecting a device "CD/Multimedia"...
Page 166 ENTERTAINMENT External devices Player program Select the symbol. Depending on the device, there may be various programs for playing music files. "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" Select the symbol. Open "Options". "Select player" Select the desired program. Select the desired track from the list. Disconnecting an audio connection Playback menu "CD/Multimedia"...
Page 167: Software Update
> Is the mobile phone in power economy contact the Hotline or your MINI dealer. mode or does it only have a small amount of battery charge remaining? Charge the Software update mobile phone in the snap-in adapter or via a charging cable.
Page 168 External devices Updating software Note The software update can only be performed MINI Connected, Office functions, and con- when stopped. nected devices may temporarily be unavailable during a software update or while restoring to Save the file for the software update in the the previous version.
Page 170: Communications
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Page 171: Hands-Free Device Bluetooth
171, 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 172 The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is "OK" displayed. Move the MINI joystick to the left. If pairing was successful, the mobile phone appears at the top of the list of mobile phones. If the pairing was not successful: what to do if…, refer to page 172.
Page 173 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth > What to do if… After identification, phone book entries are imported from the mobile phone and/or SIM For information on suitable mobile phones, refer card of the telephone, depending on the to page 170. telephone. The mobile phone could not be paired or >...
Page 174: Incoming Call
Place mobile phone in the area of the center console. 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. Operation Adjusting volume Rejecting a call "Reject"...
Page 175 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Ending a call Accepting a call while speaking to another party Press the button on the steering wheel This function may have to be activated by the service provider and the mobile phone may "Telephone" need to be adjusted for this. "End call"...
Page 176 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Establishing a conference call Phone book Two calls can be connected to a single tele- Displays phone conference call. The phone book accesses the contacts of the Establish two calls. telephone and shows all contacts for which a "Conference call"...
Page 177 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Redialing Received calls General information Displaying calls The list of dialed numbers in the telephone are The list of received calls in the telephone is transferred to the vehicle, depending on the transferred into the vehicle, depending on the mobile phone.
Page 178 COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Hands-free system New contact "Contacts" General information "New contact" Calls being conducted using the hands-free sys- tem can be continued using the mobile phone and vice versa. From the mobile phone to the hands- free system Calls that have been initiated from outside the Bluetooth range of the vehicle can be continued using the hands-free system if the ignition is...
Page 179 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 All contacts are listed in alphabetical order.
Page 180: Deleting Contacts
COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth Selecting name sorting Names can be displayed in different orders. "My contacts" Open "Options". "Display: last, first name" or "Display: first, last name" Depending on how the contacts were stored in the mobile phone, the sorting of names can differ from the sorting selected.
Page 181: 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 182 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 183 Select the functions that are to be used for "Bluetooth® (phone)" the mobile phone. "Add new phone" The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is displayed. "OK" Move the MINI joystick to the left. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 184 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Configuring device If pairing was successful, the mobile phone appears at the top of the list of mobile phones. "Telephone" If the pairing was not successful: what to do if…, "Bluetooth® (phone)" refer to page 184. Highlight the device to be configured.
Page 185: Unpairing Device
COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth > Activate and connect the mobile phone in Is the passkey input taking longer than vehicle, refer to page 182. 30 seconds? Repeat the pairing procedure. The mobile phone is used as an audio source if >...
Page 186: Accepting A Call
Hotline or your MINI dealer. played; otherwise, only the number is displayed. If a contact is assigned more than one phone...
Page 187 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Rejecting a call Calls with multiple parties "Reject" General information The caller is redirected to the mailbox if it has It is possible to switch between two calls and to been activated. connect two calls to form a conference call. These functions must be supported by the Ending a call mobile phone and by the service provider.
Page 188: Muting The Microphone
COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Establishing a conference call "Telephone" Two calls can be connected to a single Select contact from a list or telephone conference call. "Dial number" Establish two calls. "Keypad dialing" "Conference call" Enter the DTMF code via the onboard computer.
Page 189 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Deleting a single entry or all entries Select the symbol. Contact with more than one phone number. Select phone number, Deleting entries depends upon the mobile the connection is established. phone. Call not possible, the mobile phone has no Highlight the entry.
Page 190: Operation By Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Deleting a single entry or all entries At this point, follow the instructions that appear on the display of the mobile phone, also refer to Deleting entries depends upon the mobile the Owner's Manual for the mobile phone. phone.
Page 191 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Possible commands Deleting phone number {Delete}. Having possible commands read aloud All digits entered up to this point are deleted. Press the button on the steering wheel. {Help}. Redialing Possible commands are read aloud. {Redial}. Each digit can be spoken individually or com- Voice phone book bined into a sequence to accelerate the entry...
Page 192: Snap-In Adapter
Say the name when prompted. Detailed information on snap-in adapters that Confirm prompt with {Yes}. compatibly support mobile phone functions can be found at your MINI dealer. Adjusting volume Do not expose your mobile phone to extreme Turn knob during announcement.
Page 193 COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth Inserting mobile phone Depending on the mobile phone, it may be necessary to remove the protective cap of the antenna connector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone. Push the mobile phone with the buttons facing upward toward the electrical connec- tions and press down until it engages.
Page 194: Office
Bluetooth radio standards. Data from the mobile phone are again transferred 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 195 COMMUNICATIONS Office Contacts Dialing phone numbers Select the desired contact. General information Select phone number. Contacts can be created and edited. The con- The connection is established. tacts from the mobile phone are displayed as well if this function is supported by the mobile Editing a contact phone.
Page 196 COMMUNICATIONS Office Checking the address as a destination tion data stored in the vehicle. This ensures that route guidance is possible for all An address that is to be used in route guidance addresses. must correspond to the navigation data stored in the vehicle.
Page 197: 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 198: 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 199 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 200 Select the symbol. 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 180. To display a contact or dial a phone number: >...
Page 201 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. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 202: 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 203: Using Mini Connected
Additional information can be found in the MINI Connected Owner's Manual at www.mini.com/connectivity. Select the desired software application. The extent of MINI Connected that is shown on the Control Display depends on the range of installed software applications on the mobile phone.
Page 206: Mobility
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Page 207: Fuel Filler Flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can Switch off the engine before refueling; manually release the fuel filler flap: otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: tank and a message will be displayed.< Remove the cover from the left-hand Take all precautionary measures and sidewall of the cargo area.
Page 208: Fuel Specifications
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time. Recommended gasoline grades The manufacturer of your MINI recommends: Fuel tank capacity > AKI 91. If the range displayed is less than >...
Page 209 MOBILITY Refueling Minimum grade The manufacturer of your MINI recommends AKI 89. Do not use any gasoline below the speci- fied minimum fuel grade. Otherwise, the engine could be damaged.< If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI rating, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high external temperatures.
Page 210: Wheels And Tires
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly recommended by the manufacturer of your and correct it, if necessary: at least twice a MINI. Your MINI dealer will be glad to advise month and before starting long trips. If you fail you.<...
Page 211 100 mph or occur. 160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed; otherwise, tire damage and accidents may occur.< MINI Cooper Coupe tire inflation pressures Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/psi for cold tires.
Page 212 205/40 R 18 82 W RSC 175/60 R 16 82 H M+S RSC More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 257. MINI John Cooper Works Coupe tire inflation pressures Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi...
Page 213 MOBILITY Wheels and tires MINI Cooper Roadster tire inflation pressures Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/psi for cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature 175/65 R 15 84 T M+S 175/65 R 15 84 H...
Page 214 205/40 R 18 82 W RSC 175/60 R 16 82 H M+S RSC More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 257. MINI John Cooper Works Roadster tire inflation pressures Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi...
Page 215 MOBILITY Wheels and tires MINI Cooper Convertible tire inflation pressures Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds up to a Speeds including those 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 216 MOBILITY Wheels and tires MINI Cooper S Convertible tire inflation pressures Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds up to a Speeds including those 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 217: Tire Coding
MOBILITY Wheels and tires MINI John Cooper Works Convertible tire inflation pressures Tire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds up to a Speeds including those 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 218: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature Quality grades can be found where applicable The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and and C, representing the tire's resistance to the maximum section width.
Page 219: Tread Depth
To do so, drive carefully to the nearest Winter tires MINI dealer or a specialized tire shop that has specially trained personnel working in accor- When winter tires wear down past a tread depth...
Page 220: New Wheels And Tires
Your MINI dealer will be glad to inform you that no space-saver spare tire is available in the about the correct wheel and tire combination for event of a flat. Your MINI dealer will be glad to your vehicle. advise you.
Page 221: Snow Chains
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if tires must be displayed in your field of view. This snow chains are mounted; otherwise, the label is available at your tire dealer or MINI instrument might issue an incorrect reading. dealer.
Page 222: Engine Compartment
This also instructions, then have the work carried out applies to safety related functions and systems. by your MINI dealer. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.<...
Page 223: Engine Oil
MOBILITY Engine compartment Hood Releasing Closing Pull the lever. Close the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/ 40 cm with momentum. It must be clearly heard Do not clean the windshield and head- to engage. lamps if the hood is unlocked as this may damage the headlamp washer system.<...
Page 224: Adding Engine Oil
Oil change If too much motor oil is added, immedi- Only MINI dealers are to perform oil changes. ately have the vehicle checked; otherwise, damage to the engine may result.< Keep oils, grease, etc. out of the reach of children and comply with the warnings on the containers.
Page 225: Coolant Temperature
Not all commercially available additives are suit- pressure to escape, then continue turning to able for your MINI. Your MINI dealer knows open. which additives are suitable and will be glad to Slowly fill to the correct fluid level; do not advise you.
Page 226: Mini Maintenance System
MINI dealer. If and when you come to sell your MINI, a Take the time to ensure that these service pro- comprehensive record of servicing will prove a cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi- significant benefit.
Page 227 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 damage of emissions-related components, especially the catalytic converter.
Page 228 Your MINI dealer would be pleased to advise Before driving into the car wash, check if the you on cleaning and care products and services system is suitable for your MINI. Observe the for your MINI.
Page 229 MOBILITY Care Automatic transmission Headlamps Before driving into the car wash, make sure that Do not wipe dry and do not use abrasive or the vehicle can roll: corrosive cleaning agents. Remove dirt and contamination, such as insects, by soaking with Place the remote control, even with Comfort shampoo and then washing with plenty of Access, in the ignition lock.
Page 230 Use an impregnating agent to treat the convert- ible top once a year. Chrome parts Carefully clean vehicle parts such as the radiator MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: rear spoiler grill and door handles with copious quantities of compartment water and, if necessary, a shampoo additive, So that the operation of the rear spoiler is not especially when contaminated with road salt.
Page 231: Vehicle Storage
Mat parts The leather processed by the manufac- Only clean with water and, if necessary, solvent- turer of your MINI is a high-quality natural free plastic cleaners. product. Light variations in the grain is one of Do not use solvents such as alcohol, lac- the typical properties of natural leather.<...
Page 232: Replacing Components
MOBILITY Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle equipment Run-flat tires or space-saver spare tire The toolkit includes a pouch with a plastic bag in In this chapter, all production, country, and which you can place the damaged wheel. optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described.
Page 233: Lamps And Bulbs
Caring for headlamps, refer to page 228. For any bulb replacement not described below, contact a MINI dealer or a work- Position the wiper blade horizontally. shop that has specially trained personnel work- Press the securing spring, arrow.
Page 234 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.<...
Page 235 MOBILITY Replacing components Push on the catch, arrow 1, and disconnect the connector, arrow 2. Unscrew the bulb counterclockwise. 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 To insert the new bulb and replace the covers, proceed in reverse order.
Page 236: Tail Lamps
Tail lamp LED Brake light Changing Remove the cover from the sidewall of the cargo area. MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: To insert the new bulb and replace the cover, proceed in reverse order. Side turn signals 5 watt bulb, W 5 W Push the lamp with the ventilation grate forward and remove.
Page 237 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 specifications of your MINI manufacturer.
Page 238: 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...
Page 239: Distributing The Sealant
Pull the connecting hose 6 completely out of not reached, then the tire is too badly the compressor housing and screw it onto damaged. Please contact the nearest MINI the connector of the sealant bottle. Make dealer.< sure that the hose is not kinked.
Page 240: Changing Wheels
Distributing the sealant. Then repeat steps 1 to 4. If an inflation pressure of 1.8 bar/26 psi still cannot be reached, then the tire is too heavily damaged. Contact your nearest MINI dealer.< Driving on Do not exceed the permitted maximum speed of 50 mph/80 km/h;...
Page 241 MOBILITY Replacing components Driving with the space-saver spare tire Squeeze the securing spring. Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Changes may occur in vehicle handling such as lower track sta- bility during braking, longer braking distances and changes in self-steering properties when close to the handling limit.
Page 242: Vehicle Battery
After a battery replacement, have the battery Mounting the space-saver spare tire registered on the vehicle by your MINI dealer Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the to ensure that all comfort functions are fully wheel.
Page 243 MINI dealer. 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.<...
Page 244: Giving And Receiving Assistance
Jump-starting selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems. If the car's own battery is flat, your MINI's engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables Roadside Assistance to another vehicle's battery. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle.
Page 245 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 246: Being Towed
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle, please observe the following: John Cooper Works with aerodynamic bumper: > Clearance and maneuvering capability will Pull out the bottom of the cover panel of the be sharply limited during cornering.
Page 247 Have the vehicle checked. Have the MINI transported by a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed. Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage may result.<...
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Page 251: Technical Data
This also applies to safety related functions and range is described. Equipment is also described systems. that is not available, for example due to the Engine data Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Displacement cu in/ 97.5/ 97.5/ 97.5/ cmμ...
Page 253 REFERENCE Technical data Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Vehicle height without roof 54.3/1,378 54.5/1,384 54.5/1,384 antenna Track, front 57.4/1,459 57.2/1,453 57.2/1,453 Vehicle width, with outside mirror 74.5/1,892 74.5/1,892 74.5/1,892 Track, rear 57.8/1,467 57.5/1,461 57.5/1,461 Vehicle width, without outside 66.3/1,683 66.3/1,683...
Page 255 REFERENCE Technical data Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Vehicle height without roof 54.5/1,384 54.7/1,390 54.8/1,391 antenna Track, front 57.4/1,459 57.2/1,453 57.2/1,453 Vehicle width, with outside mirror 74.5/1,892 74.5/1,892 74.5/1,892 Track, rear 57.8/1,467 57.5/1,461 57.5/1,461 Vehicle width, without outside 66.3/1,683 66.3/1,683...
Page 257 REFERENCE Technical data Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Vehicle height without roof 55.7/1,414 55.7/1,414 55.7/1,414 antenna Track, front 57.4/1,459 57.2/1,453 57.2/1,453 Vehicle width, with outside mirror 75.3/1,913 75.3/1,913 75.3/1,913 Track, rear 57.8/1,467 57.5/1,461 57.5/1,461 Vehicle width, without outside 66.3/1,683 66.3/1,683...
Page 258 REFERENCE Technical data Weights Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. MINI Coupe Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras > Manual transmission lbs/kg 2,557/1,160 2,679/1,215 2,701/1,225 >...
Page 259 REFERENCE Technical data MINI Roadster Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras > Manual transmission lbs/kg 2,635/1,195 2,745/1,245 2,767/1,255 > Automatic lbs/kg 2,712/1,230 2,800/1,270 – transmission Approved gross weight > Manual transmission...
Page 260 REFERENCE Technical data MINI Convertible Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras > Manual transmission lbs/kg 2,701/1,225 2,811/1,275 2,811/1,275 > Automatic lbs/kg 2,778/1,260 2,855/1,295 – transmission Approved gross weight > Manual transmission...
Page 261: 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 23.
Page 262 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 {Track …} e.g.
Page 263 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. WPLJ Selecting a station Function Command Selecting AM stations {A M} {Manual} Selecting manual search...
Page 264 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 265 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Office Function Command Calling up the Office menu {Office} {Current office} Displaying Current office Displaying contacts {Contacts} {Messages} Displaying messages {Calendar} Displaying calendar Displaying tasks {Tasks} {Reminders} Displaying reminders Navigation General information Function Command {Navigation}...
Page 266 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Function Command {Route information} Selecting route {Switch on voice instructions} Switching on the voice instructions Repeating a voice instruction {Repeat voice instructions} {Switch off voice instructions} Switching off the voice instructions Displaying the address book {Address book} {Last destinations} Displaying the last destinations...
Page 267: Vehicle Information
REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Vehicle information Function Command {Onboard info} Accessing the onboard computer {Trip computer} Accessing the trip computer Accessing vehicle information {Vehicle info} {Vehicle status} Accessing vehicle status Settings Vehicle Function Command {Main menu} Opening the main menu Accessing settings {Settings}...
Page 268 REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG...
Page 269: Everything From A To Z
REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index Air flow rate 102, Approved engine oils – air conditioning system Approved gross vehicle ABS Antilock Brake System – automatic climate weight, refer to Weights Accessories, see Vehicle control Armrest, refer to Center equipment...
Page 270 Base plate for telephone or – ABS Car care mobile phone – breaking in Care – refer to Snap-in adapter – car-care products – MINI Maintenance Bass sounds, refer to Tone – car washes System control – parking brake – CD/DVD drives Battery –...
Page 271 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Carpets, care Chrome parts, care Control Display, refer to iDrive Car phone Chrome parts, refer to – switching on/off – installation location, refer to Care Control Display, refer to Center armrest Cigarette lighter Onboard computer –...
Page 272 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Data Direction announcements, Driving notes – capacities refer to Voice Driving off on inclines, refer to – dimensions instructions Hill Assist – engine Direction instructions, refer to Driving stability control – weights Voice instructions systems Data memory Directory for navigation, refer...
Page 273 Front seat adjustment refer to Service Fastening safety belts, refer to Frost on windows, refer to requirements Safety belts Defrosting – MINI Maintenance Fastest route for windows 103, System navigation FTM, refer to Flat Tire Engine oil level, checking Fast forward...
Page 274 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Headlamp control, automatic Gasoline Headlamp flasher IBOC, refer to HD Radio – refer to Average fuel iDrive – indicator consumption lamp 11, 13, 102, – status information Gasoline, refer to Required Headlamp glass lens Ignition fuel Headlamps...
Page 275 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Instrument panel, refer to Longlife oils Displays – approved motor oils Integrated key Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/ Low beams Interactive map Low beams – automatic Interesting destination for Lamps and bulbs, replacing – replacing bulb navigation bulbs Lower back support, refer to...
Page 276 Modifications, technical, refer – terminating route Medical assistance, refer to to For your own safety guidance First aid pouch Monitor, refer to MINI controls – voice instructions MENU button with navigation – volume adjustment Menus, refer to Onboard Monitoring system for tire...
Page 277 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Oil types Pathway lighting Range, refer to Cruising Old batteries, refer to Personal Profile range Disposal Phone numbers Reading aloud Onboard computer – dialing 174, Reading lamps – adjusting brightness Plastic parts, care Rear fog lamp –...
Page 278 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Reserve warning, refer to Fuel Rubber parts, care Seats gauge Run-flat System Component – adjusting the seats Reservoir for washer RSC, refer to Run-flat – heating systems tires – sitting safely Reset, refer to Resetting tone Run-flat tires Securing the vehicle settings...
Page 279 Storage space, refer to Sitting safely Split-folding rear seats – luggage compartment in the – airbags Split rear backrest, refer to MINI Convertible – safety belts Split-folding rear seats Storing a destination in the – with head restraint Sport button...
Page 280 – Flat Tire Monitor – middle setting – opening from outside – indicator/warning lamp Tone during audio playback – unlocking with remote – MINI Mobility Kit – adjusting control – run-flat tires Toolkit Tail lamp, refer to Tail – space-saver spare tire...
Page 281 Warning triangle Trip odometer – dust cap Washer fluid Trunk, refer to Luggage Vehicle – capacity of reservoir compartment in the MINI – battery Washer fluid reservoir Convertible – breaking in Waste tray, refer to Trunk lid – cargo loading Ashtray –...
Page 282 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Width, refer to Dimensions Wind deflector 43, Windows – closing – convenience operation – opening Windows, indicator on Control Display Window washer, refer to Washer fluid Window washer reservoir, refer to Washer fluid – volume, refer to Capacities Window washer system –...

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