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Page 3 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 the next owner with important operating, safety and mainte- nance information.
Page 4 © 2007 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 014 701 US English XI/07 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents The fastest way to find information on a particu- lar topic or item is by using the index, refer to page 150. Using this Owner's Manual Notes Reporting safety defects At a glance 9 Cockpit Controls 17 Opening and closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving...
Page 6: Using This Owner's Manual
The manufacturer of your MINI is the Bayerische find this in the first chapter. Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, BMW AG. Should you wish to sell your MINI at some time in When you ordered your MINI, you chose various the future, remember to hand over this Owner's items of equipment.
Page 7: California Proposition 65 Warning
MINI safely and without risk to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occu- Service and warranty pants.
Page 8: Reporting Safety Defects
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, in addition to notifying MINI of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831- 1117.
Page 11: At A Glance
At a glance At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 12: Cockpit
Cockpit Around the steering wheel: Controls and displays Adjusting the exterior mirrors, folding them High beams in and out Headlamp flasher Parking lamps Roadside parking lamps Low beams Computer Automatic headlamp control Turn signals Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 13 Tachometer Instrument lighting Resetting the trip odometer Wiper system Switching the ignition on/off and starting/stopping the engine Ignition lock Buttons on steering wheel Continuing cruise control Right: Storing speed and accelerating or decelerating Left: Volume Activating/deactivating cruise control Telephone Accepting and ending a call, start- ing dialing of selected phone number and redialing if no phone...
Page 14 Displays Tachometer Display for > with indicator and warning lamps Position of automatic transmission > Display for Computer > > Clock Date of next scheduled service, and remaining distance to be driven > Outside temperature > Odometer and trip odometer >...
Page 15: Indicator And Warning Lamps
Indicator and warning lamps The concept Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2. Some lamps are checked for proper functioning and thus come on briefly when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on.
Page 17 Microphone for voice command system Automatic air distribution and flow and for telephone in hands-free mode rate Indicator/warning lamp for front passen- Maximum cooling ger airbags Reading lamps Cooling function 72, Color of ambient lighting Defrosting windows Glass sunroof, electric Rear window defroster 72, Interior lamps Windshield heating...
Page 19: Controls
At a glance Controls Controls Driving tips Mobility Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 20: Opening And Closing
In vehicles equipped with convenient access The concept the remote control contains a replaceable bat- The functions of your MINI can be set individu- tery, page 27. ally. By means of Personal Profiles, most of these If more than one remote control is used, the set-...
Page 21: Central Locking System
> Settings for the displays on the onboard The anti-theft system is also operated at the monitor, in the speedometer and in the same time. It prevents the doors from being tachometer. unlocked using the lock buttons or door han- dles.
Page 22 Switch on the ignition, refer to page 39. only the driver's door and the fuel filler door. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator Press the button twice to unlock the lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- entire vehicle. played.
Page 23 Switching on interior lamps Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed. While the car is locked: Press the button. You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages, etc. Unlocking the tailgate/splitdoor Press the button.
Page 24: Unlocking And Opening
Opening and closing: > This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may from inside cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.< Using the door lock The switch locks or unlocks the doors and tail- gate when the doors are closed, but the anti- theft system is not activated.
Page 25 Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed. Clubdoor MINI Clubman Opening The Clubdoor can only be opened using the han- dle on the inside. The right-hand front door must be open when opening the Clubdoor.
Page 26: Alarm System
MINI The handle recesses on the interior trim panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull it down. MINI Clubman Press the button in the handle, arrow, or the button of the remote control, for an extended period. The tailgate is unlocked and can be opened.
Page 27 Arming and disarming The interior movement detector is not acti- vated. Whenever the car is locked or unlocked, the alarm system is armed or disarmed. > LEDs go out after the vehicle is unlocked: No attempt was made to tamper with the Even when the alarm system is armed, you can car.
Page 28 Convenient access* Unlocking Convenient access enables you to enter your vehicle without having to hold the remote con- trol in your hand. All you need to do is wear the remote control close to your body, e.g. in your jacket pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the remote control within the immediate vicinity or in the passenger compartment.
Page 29 Press the cover on to close. The vehicle can roll. Take the old battery to a battery collection Malfunction point or to your MINI Dealer.< Convenient access may malfunction due to local radio waves. Glass sunroof, electric* If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the...
Page 30 MINI recommends that you have this work done by your MINI Dealer. Windows To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the windows and keep them in your field of vision until they are shut. Take the remote control with you when you...
Page 31 electric windows and possibly injure them- selves.< Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes, the closing action is interrupted and the window reopens slightly. Even though there is the pinch protection system, always ensure that the window's travel path is clear, otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as thin objects, and the window would con-...
Page 32: Adjustments
Adjustments Sitting safely Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the The ideal sitting position can make a vital contri- risk of neck injury in the event of an accident. bution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con- Adjust the head restraint in such a way junction with the safety belts, the head restraints that its center is at approx.
Page 33: Lumbar Support
Backrest incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven, otherwise there is a dan- ger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection nor- mally provided by the belt.<...
Page 34: Height Adjustment
Height adjustment Pull up the lever on the seat backrest, arrow 1. To raise: pull up. The backrest folds forward. To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and slide the head restraint down. Move the seat forward by pushing on the backrest, arrow 2.
Page 35: Seat Heating
Have this work carried out wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the only by a MINI Dealer or by a workshop that has safety belt as an additional safety device, but specially trained personnel working in accor- they do not represent a substitute.
Page 36: Manual Adjustment
you on the basis of what you see in the mirror; Turn the knob. otherwise there is an increased risk of an acci- Interior mirror, automatic dimming* dent.< The automatic dimming feature of the interior Adjusting the left or right exterior mirror rearview mirror is controlled by two photo cells Folding mirrors in and out...
Page 37 Swing the lever back up. Do not use force to swing the lever back up, otherwise the mechanism will be damaged.< Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 38: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely The right place for chil- Child-restraint systems, dren installation Do not leave children unattended in the Observe the child-restraint system manu- vehicle, otherwise they could endanger facturer's instructions when selecting, themselves and/or other persons by opening the installing and using child-restraint systems.
Page 39 Allow the safety belt strap to retract all the way. LATCH child-restraint fix- ing system LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. To install and use the LATCH child- restraint system, follow the operating and There are two additional anchors for child- safety instructions provided by the manufac- restraint systems with tether straps, arrows.
Page 41: Driving
Driving Ignition lock When you press the start/stop button and depress the clutch if the car has manual transmission or the brake if the car has auto- Inserting the key into the ignition lock matic transmission, the engine starts.< Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers can operate.
Page 42: Switching Off The Engine
and death. Exhaust gases contain carbon mon- The starter operates automatically for a certain oxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic time, and stops automatically as soon as the gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine has started. engine running, otherwise such a vehicle repre- sents a potential safety hazard.
Page 43 In exceptional cases, if the parking brake Remove the key. has to be used to slow or stop the car, do Selector lever positions not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, con- tinuously press the button of the parking brake P R N D M/S + –...
Page 44 Overriding the selector lever lock Sport program and manual operation Press the button on the front of the selector lever, arrow. Move the selector lever from position D to the left into the M/S shifting slot: P Park The Sport program is activated and DS is dis- played.
Page 45 Turn signals/ headlamp flasher > Pull one of the shift paddles. Transmission shifts up. > Push one of the shift paddles. Transmission shifts down. Turn signal indicator M1 to M6 is displayed in the gear indicator. Headlamp flasher Overriding the selector lever lock Using turn signals Should the selector lever refuse to move out of Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
Page 46: Wiper System
Wiper system Press and hold the button until the display changes. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed. Switching on wipers Switching off wipers or brief wipe Activating/deactivating intermittent mode Press and hold the button until the display or rain sensor changes.
Page 47 Deactivate the rain sensor before entering Press and hold the button until the display an automatic car wash. Failure to do so changes. could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.< Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain sensor Switch on the ignition, refer to page 39. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO"...
Page 48: Rear Window Wiper
Window washer nozzles spills constitute a fire hazard and a risk to per- sonal safety.< The window washer nozzles are heated auto- matically while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on. Rear window wiper Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations.
Page 49 Activating Increasing speed Press button 3 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached. Every time you press the but- ton, the speed increases by approx. 1 mph or 2 km/h. Accelerating using the button Press and hold button 3. The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal.
Page 50: Everything Under Control
Everything under control Odometer, outside tem- Press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until the current speed appears perature display, clock in the lower display. Wait for the speed display to automatically move to the upper display. The outside temperature then appears in the lower display.
Page 51: Fuel Gauge
The following items of information are displayed example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly. in the order listed: > Cruising range MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper S > Average fuel consumption Approx. 13.2 US gallons/50 liters. > Current fuel consumption >...
Page 52: Settings And Information
Current fuel consumption Current vehicle speed Displays the current fuel consumption to allow To have the current speed shown in the upper you to see whether your current driving style is display otherwise serving for the outside tem- conducive to fuel economy with minimum perature display and clock.
Page 53 Adjusting settings Setting the time > Confirmation signals when locking and Setting the date unlocking the vehicle Exiting the menu > Response during unlocking procedure > Automatic locking > Pathway lighting > Daytime running lamps > Triple turn signal activation Exiting displays The display changes directly to the next setting or item of information.
Page 54: Resetting To Factory Settings
Briefly press the button repeatedly until the Briefly press the button in the turn indicator symbol and "SET" are displayed. lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played. Press and hold the button until the display changes. Press and hold the button until the display changes.
Page 55: Service Requirements
The extent of service work required can be vidual service items, refer to the following read out from the remote control by your information. MINI Dealer.< Displaying vehicle check For certain maintenance operations, you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the tachometer.
Page 56: Possible Displays
Exit display Rear brakes Next setting or item of information Vehicle check More information on the MINI Maintenance Sys- tem can be found on page 110. Clock Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
Page 57: Check Control
Briefly press the button repeatedly until the Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed. symbol and "SET" are displayed. Press and hold the button until the display Press and hold the button until the display changes.
Page 58 What to do in case of a malfunction Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- The meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal- played. function and tips on how to respond are listed starting on page 131.
Page 59: Technology For Driving Comfort And Safety
If the distance to the nearest Your MINI has a number of systems that help to object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse continuous tone sounds.
Page 60 Antilock Brake System ABS ing conditions, for example if the rear of the car is about to swerve or if momentum is acting at ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak- an angle past the front wheels. In these cases, ing.
Page 61 This change is detected and is reported as a flat tire. Sport button* Functional requirement Pressing the button causes your MINI to respond In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat even more sportily. tire, the system must be initialized for the cor- >...
Page 62 "SET/INFO" is dis- Determine which tire is damaged. played. If this cannot be determined, contact your MINI Dealer.< Repair the flat tire, refer to page 119, or change the damaged tire, refer to page 122. Run-Flat Tires* Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph or 80 km/h.
Page 63: Tire Pressure Monitor
Do not continue driving and changed, reset the system.< contact your MINI Dealer.< Using the button in the turn indicator Malfunction lever The warning lamps light up in yellow.
Page 64 Owner's Manual for Vehicle.< Normal tires Determine which tire is damaged. If this cannot be determined, contact your MINI Dealer.< Repair the flat tire or change the damaged tire, refer to page 122. Run-Flat Tires* Press and hold the button until "RESETTING"...
Page 65 Do not continue driving and under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat contact your MINI Dealer.< and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and Malfunction may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Page 66 The front airbags help protect the driver and bag generators executed only by a MINI Dealer front passenger by responding to frontal or a workshop that works according to repair...
Page 67 MINI. Operational readiness of airbag system Do not place any items under the seat which could press against the seat from below.
Page 68: Lamps
Lamps Parking lamps/low beams ing on ambient light conditions, e.g. in a tunnel, in twilight, or if there is precipitation. The headlamps may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a blue sky. When driving into tunnels with bright overhead lights, there may be a delay before the head- lamps come on.
Page 69: Daytime Running Lamps
Setting the duration or deactivating the Briefly press the button to select: function > Switch on the ignition, refer to page 39. The function is deactivated. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator > lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- Select the corresponding duration, e.g.
Page 70 High beams/roadside Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed. parking lamps Press and hold the button until the display changes. Turn signal indicators/roadside parking lamps Briefly press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol, arrow. Switching on high beams Switching off high beams/headlamp flasher Roadside parking lamps, left or right*...
Page 71: Fog Lamps
Fog lamps* Increasing brightness Press and hold the button until the desired Fog lamps brightness is reached. Rear fog lamp Press the respective switch to turn the lamps on/ Reducing brightness off. Press the button briefly. The brightness decreases every time the button Fog lamps* is pressed briefly.
Page 72: Reading Lamps
Reading lamps* To switch the reading lamps on and off. Press the switch. Ambient lighting* The color of the ambient lighting can be changed. > Press the switch forward. The color changes in stages, ultimately to orange. > Press the switch toward the rear. The color changes in stages, ultimately to blue.
Page 73: Climate
Climate Equipment versions Depending on your vehicle's equipment, your MINI contains an air conditioner or an automatic climate control Air conditioner Automatic climate control Air vents Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows Air to the upper body area Air to the footwell Online Edition for Part no.
Page 74: Air Conditioner
Air conditioner Air flow rate Rear window defroster Cooling function Air distribution Recirculated-air mode Windshield heating Temperature Air flow rate Recirculated-air mode Adjust the air flow rate. The higher the If the air outside the car has an rate, the more effective the heating or unpleasant odor or contains pollut- cooling will be.
Page 75: Automatic Climate Control
The windshield heating is switched Microfilter off automatically after a short time. The microfilter captures dust and pollen. The microfilter is changed by your MINI Dealer dur- ing routine maintenance work. Defrosting windows and removing condensation Set air flow rate to the maximum level.
Page 76: Maximum Cooling
The air flow rate is lowered or switched off button or switch off the recirculated-air mode entirely to save on battery power. The display and, if necessary, increase the air flow rate. remains the same. The recirculated-air mode should not be used over an extended period of time, otherwise the Switching the system on/off air quality inside the car will deteriorate contin-...
Page 77: Windshield Heating
The microfilter captures dust and pollen. The activated-charcoal filter provides additional pro- tection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the 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 53.
Page 78: Practical Interior Accessories
15 sec- For additional information, please contact your onds, alter the distance. MINI Dealer or call: 1-800-355-3515. To program other original hand-held trans- You can also obtain information on the Internet mitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
Page 79: Glove Compartment
The corresponding memory button 1 is now The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter. hand-held transmitter. You can operate the system with the engine Clearing stored programs running or with the ignition switched on.
Page 80: Center Armrest
To connect the iPod, use the cable adapter for the Apple iPod. For additional information, contact your MINI Dealer or visit the Internet at www.MINI.com Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 81: Storage Compartments
Storage compartment on the front To play audio tracks over the vehicle's loud- speaker system, connect the iPod to ports 1 and passenger side* The iPod's menu structure is supported by the USB-audio interface. USB device To play audio tracks over the vehicle's loud- speaker system, connect the USB device to port 2.
Page 82: Cigarette Lighter Socket
Connecting electrical appliances In your MINI, you can use electrical devices such as a flashlight, car vacuum cleaner, etc., up to approx. 200 watts at 12 volts, as long as one of Cup holders the following sockets is available. Avoid damag-...
Page 85: Driving Tips
At a glance Controls Driving tips Driving tips Mobility Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 86: Things To Remember When Driving
Things to remember when driving Break-in period Following part replacement The same break-in procedures should be Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to observed if any of the components mentioned each other. Please follow the instructions below above have to be renewed in the course of the in order to achieve the optimal service life and vehicle's operating life.
Page 87: Driving Through Water
Braking safely used at all, and in operating conditions where Your MINI is equipped with ABS. If you are in a brake applications are less frequent, there is an situation which requires full braking, it is best to increased tendency for corrosion to form on brake using maximum brake pressure.
Page 88: Cargo Loading
The engine can be switched off when the selec- tor lever is in position N. Refer also to page 27. MINI Clubman In the MINI Clubman, the cargo bay cover can be Cargo loading locked in the intermediate positions 1 to 3.
Page 89 In the MINI Clubman, remove the third head The partition net can be mounted in the cargo restraint if necessary, refer to Head restraints, bay or behind the front seats. Removing, page 32. In the cargo bay Fold the rear seat backrest forward if neces- sary, page 87.
Page 90: Stowing Cargo
Subtract the combined weight of the driver backrests. and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds. In addition in the MINI Clubman: The resulting figure equals the available > Use the partition net, refer to page 87. amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
Page 91 Roof-mounted luggage 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. Mounting points Securing cargo Remove the cover panel.
Page 92: Saving Fuel
The man- tion and tire wear. ufacturer of your MINI recommends having the vehicle serviced by a MINI Dealer. Also note the Drive off immediately MINI Maintenance System, page 110. Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary.
Page 95: Mobility
At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility Mobility Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 96: Refueling
Fuel filler door Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump symbol. The fuel filler door is released. Opening MINI Clubman Open fuel filler door. Turn the gas cap counterclockwise. Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door.
Page 97: Fuel Specifications
Should you encounter driveability problems MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper S which you suspect could be related to the fuel Approx. 13.2 US gallons/50 liters, including the you are using, we recommend that you respond reserve capacity of 2.1 US gallons/8 liters.
Page 98: Wheels And Tires
After correcting the tire inflation pressure, MINI. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, page 60, you.< or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, page 61.<...
Page 99 umns for traveling speeds up to a maximum of 100 mph or 160 km/h. These tire inflation pressures can also be found on the driver's-side door post when the driver's door is open. The maximum permissible speed for these tire pressures is 100 mph or 160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed, otherwise tire damage and accidents could occur.<...
Page 100 MINI Cooper tire inflation pressures Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Speeds up to a max. of 100 mph / Speeds including those exceeding 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Page 101 MINI Cooper S tire inflation pressures Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Speeds up to a max. of 100 mph / Speeds including those exceeding 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Page 102 MINI Clubman Cooper tire inflation pressures Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Speeds up to a max. of 100 mph / Speeds including those exceeding 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Page 103 MINI Clubman Cooper S tire inflation pressures Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Speeds up to a max. of 100 mph / Speeds including those exceeding 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Page 104: Tire Coding
Tire coding 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. All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition Tire size to these...
Page 105: Tire Condition
To do so, drive carefully to the nearest Tread depth MINI Dealer or tire shop that works according to The tread depth should not drop below 1/8 in/ MINI repair procedures with correspondingly 3 mm, although, for example, European legisla- trained personnel.
Page 106: New Wheels And Tires
Your MINI Dealer will be glad to inform you about the correct wheel and tire combination for your vehicle. The symbol identifying Run-Flat Tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall.
Page 107: Snow Chains
Run-Flat Tires for your own safety. Keep in mind > 175/65 R 15 M+S that no space-saver spare tire is available in the event of a flat. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to > 175/60 R 16 M+S advise you.
Page 108: Under The Bonnet
If you are not familiar with the regulations to be observed, have the necessary work on your vehicle carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer.
Page 109: Engine Oil
Important parts of the engine compartment Battery, under the cover Coolant expansion tank Engine oil dipstick Reservoir for washer fluid for the headlamp and window washer system Engine oil filler neck Engine compartment fuse box Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on driving style and driving conditions.
Page 110: Adding Engine Oil
Oil change Coolant consists of half water and half additive. Have the oil changed only by a MINI Dealer or a Not all commercially available additives are suit- workshop that has specially trained personnel able for your MINI. Your MINI Dealer knows...
Page 111 If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill. Turn the cap until there is an audible click. Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi- nated as soon as possible. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 112: Maintenance
MINI Dealer. costs. Take the time to ensure that these service pro- If and when you come to sell your MINI, a com- cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi- prehensive record of servicing will prove a signif- cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet icant benefit.
Page 113 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 114: Care
You can wash your new MINI in an automatic car Do not remove accumulated ice and snow with wash from the first day. Preference should be an ice scraper;...
Page 115 Vehicle storage Do not dry clean, as the fabric can be Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you on destroyed.< what is important if the vehicle is to be decom- Only clean using mild soap, leaving the belts missioned for longer than three months.
Page 116: Replacing Components
Changing the front wiper blades Replacing the rear wiper blade in the Fold up the wiper arm. MINI Clubman Position the wiper blade horizontally. Fold out the wiper arm and hold it. Press the securing spring, arrow.
Page 117: Lamps And Bulbs
MINI Dealer or a workshop that has bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a specially trained personnel working in accor-...
Page 118 Turn signal indicators, parking lamps, Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat- roadside parking lamps and fog lamps tach the cover. Be careful when installing the cover, oth- Accessing the lamps via the wheel well erwise leaks could occur and cause dam- age to the headlamp system.<...
Page 119 To insert the new bulb and replace the cover, proceed in reverse order. Tail lamps To insert the new bulb and replace the cover, proceed in reverse order. MINI Replacing a fog lamp bulb H8 bulb, 35 watts Turn in the wheel. Remove cover 2.
Page 120 MINI Clubman Replacing bulbs in MINI Clubman Using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, remove the screw at the top. Brake lamp/tail lamp 21 watt/5 watt bulb, W 5 W Turn signal lamp Swing out the tail lamp and remove it 21 watt bulb, P 21 W toward the top.
Page 121: Repairing A Flat Tire
To insert the new bulb and bulb holder, pro- Remove the lamp, arrow 2. ceed in reverse order. Replace the bulb. In the MINI Clubman, the rear fog lamp is Insert the lamp. located in the left tail lamp, refer to Tail lamps, page 118.<...
Page 122 Filling canister ineffective if the tire puncture measures Allen wrench /screwdriver approx. 1/8 in/4 mm or more. Contact the near- est MINI Dealer if the tire cannot be made driv- Vehicle jack able with the MINI Mobility System.< Wheel stud wrench...
Page 123 Remove the filling hose. cannot be reached, the tire is too severely Screw the valve core into the tire valve with damaged. Please contact the nearest MINI the valve remover. Dealer.< In the event of a lost or dirty valve core...
Page 124: Changing Wheels
Special wrench for removing the space- and have the new wheel/tire assembly bal- saver spare tire anced. Flat screwdriver/Phillips screwdriver Have the MINI Mobility System refilled. Towing eyelet Wrench Tire change set Lifting handle When changing a tire, always observe the safety...
Page 125 MINI Clubman tire change set with Squeeze the securing spring. space-saver spare tire* The space-saver spare tire is released and In vehicles with the space-saver spare tire, the must be held by the lifting handle. tire change set with the onboard tool kit is...
Page 126 Driving with the space-saver spare tire If the wheel is equipped with a hub cover, pry it off using the screwdriver from the tire Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of change kit. 50 mph/80 km/h. Loosen the lug bolts by a half turn. You must expect changes in vehicle handling such as lower track stability during braking, Jacking up the vehicle...
Page 127: Vehicle Battery
Ampere rating. To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a circuit overload. Have any work on the battery, including Have the fuse changed only by a MINI Dealer or battery replacement, carried out only by a a workshop that has specially trained personnel...
Page 128 In the vehicle interior On the right side of the footwell. Opening the cover Press out at the recess. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 129: Giving And Receiving Assistance
Giving and receiving assistance Roadside Assistance MINI Clubman The Roadside Assistance service is there to assist you around the clock in the event of a break- down, including on weekends and public holi- days. The phone numbers of the Roadside Assistance in your home country can be found in the Con- tact brochure.
Page 130: Jump Starting
Attach the second terminal clamp of the plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal If the car's own battery is flat, your MINI's engine of the battery or a starting-aid terminal of can be started by connecting two jumper cables the vehicle to be started.
Page 131: Being Towed
The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the MINI. It is stored in the onboard tool kit in the cargo bay underneath the cover on the right-hand side, page 114.
Page 132 Towing with a tow truck Have the MINI transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed. Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage result.<...
Page 133: Indicator And Warning Lamps
Indicator and warning lamps or 2. See the table for information on causes and how to react. Note whether a lamp comes on alone or in combination with another. Some lamps can light up in different colors. Corre- sponding distinctions are made in the text. Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 Cause...
Page 134 Cause What to do Lights up briefly: Approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 l of fuel remain in the tank Remains on: Cruising range is no more than 30 miles/50 km, page Engine refuses to start Depress the brake or clutch in order to start the engine, page 39.
Page 135 Lights up in red: Engine malfunction Stop the car and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer. Lights up in yellow: Full engine power no longer available You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution.
Page 136 Carefully bring the car to a stop, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down. Do not open the bonnet, otherwise there would be a risk of injury by scalding. Contact your MINI Dealer. Lights up in yellow: Engine too hot...
Page 137 Lights up in red: Brake fluid level too low Brake pedal travel may be markedly longer. Stop immediately. Contact the nearest MINI Dealer. Lights up in yellow: Hill Start Assist failed. The car will not Have the system checked as soon as be held in place after the brake is possible.
Page 138 Cause What to do Indication in US models Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer. Indication in Canadian models Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer. Indication in Canadian models Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey.
Page 139 Cause What to do Suspension control system failed, Driving stability limited during accel- refer also to page eration and cornering. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Indication in US models The driving stability control systems, You can continue your journey.
Page 140 Cause What to do Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor Light up in yellow and red: Carefully bring the car to a stop. > Tire damage Observe the information starting on page 59. Initialize Flat Tire Monitor, page 60. > Flat Tire Monitor not initialized Light up in yellow: Flat Tire Monitor failed.
Page 141 Cause What to do Lights up in red: > Transmission limp-home pro- You can continue your journey, but gram active with restricted range moderate your speed and exercise of gears, possibly with reduced due caution. Have the system acceleration checked without delay. >...
Page 142 Electric steering wheel lock malfunc- The engine can no longer be started. If tioning applicable, do not switch off the engine. Contact your MINI Dealer. Lights up in yellow: Electric steering wheel lock engaged Move the steering wheel before start- ing the engine.
Page 143 Cause What to do Lights up in red: Service appointment overdue Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 53. Lights up in yellow: Service due Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 53. No service due Set speed limit exceeded Time and date no longer correct Set the time and date, page 54.
Page 145: Reference
At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility Reference Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 146: Technical Data
Technical data Engine data MINI/MINI Clubman Cooper Cooper S Displacement cu in/cmμ 97.5/1,598 97.5/1,598 Number of cylinders Maximum power output At engine speed 6,000 5,500 Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 114/155 177/240 with overboost – 192/260 At engine speed 4,250 1,600-5,000 with overboost –...
Page 147 All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 35 ft 2 in/10.7 m. Figures following the semicolons: values that differ for the MINI Cooper S. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 148 All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 36 ft/11 m. Figures following the semicolon: values that differ for the MINI Clubman Cooper S. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 149 Weights MINI MINI COOPER MINI COOPER S Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras > Manual transmission lbs/kg 2,546/1,155 2,668/1,210 > Automatic transmission lbs/kg 2,634/1,195 2,723/1,235 Approved gross weight > Manual transmission lbs/kg 3,362/1,525 3,483/1,580 > Automatic transmission...
Page 150 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Capacities MINI/MINI Clubman US gal/US quarts Liters Notes Fuel tank Fuel grade: page MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper S 13.2/– approx. 50 including reserve of 2.1/– approx. 8 Window washer system incl. headlamp washer system –/4.8 approx.
Page 152 Backup lamps Air flow rate 72, Arrival time – replacing bulb – air conditioning system – computer – replacing bulbs in MINI – automatic climate control Ashtray – replacing bulbs in MINI – heating, ventilation Assistant systems, refer to Clubman Airing, refer to Ventilation –...
Page 153 Car-care products, refer to Center console, refer to requirements Suitable car-care Around the center Brake lamps products console – replacing bulbs in MINI Care Central locking system – replacing bulbs in MINI Cargo, securing – convenient access Clubman Cargo area –...
Page 154 Comfort area, refer to Around Dashboard instruments, refer Distance remaining to service, the center console to Displays refer to Service Compartment for remote Dashboard lighting, refer to requirements control, refer to Ignition Instrument lighting Distance warning, refer to Park lock Data Distance Control PDC Computer...
Page 155 Exhaust system, refer to Hot Floor panel, refer to Level load – automatic transmission exhaust system floor in MINI Clubman – manual transmission Fog lamps – replacing bulb 116, Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG...
Page 156 Gearshift lever High beams Instrument panel, refer to – automatic transmission with – headlamp flasher Cockpit Steptronic – indicator lamp Instrument panel, refer to – manual transmission – replacing bulb Displays General driving notes High water, refer to Driving Integrated key Glass sunroof, electric through water Integrated universal remove...
Page 157 LEDs light-emitting diodes Lumbar support Mobile phone Length, refer to – installation location, refer to Dimensions Center armrest Level load floor in MINI – refer to separate Owner's Clubman M+S tires, refer to Winter Manual License plate lamp tires Mobile phone, installation –...
Page 158 Rear door, refer to Steptronic bulb Clubdoor – manual transmission Parking lamps/low beams Rear doors, refer to Roadside Assistance Partition net in MINI Splitdoor Roadside parking lamps Clubman Rear double doors, refer to – replacing bulb Parts and accessories, refer to Splitdoor...
Page 159 RSC Runflat System Selector lever lock Smokers' package, refer to Component, refer to Run- – automatic transmission with Ashtray Flat Tires Steptronic, refer to Snap-in adapter, refer to Rubber parts, care Shiftlock Center armrest storage Runflat System Component – overriding manually compartment RSC, refer to Run-Flat Selector lever positions...
Page 160 – replacing bulb – Run-Flat Tires – methods Tail lamps – space-saver spare tire Tow rope – replacing bulbs in MINI – Tire Pressure Monitor Tow-starting – replacing bulbs in MINI Tire inflation pressure TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Clubman –...
Page 161 Transmission Wheel stud wrench – automatic transmission with – space-saver spare Steptronic Valve tire 122, – manual transmission – dust cap Width, refer to Dimensions – overriding selector lever lock Vehicle Windows for automatic transmission – battery – closing with Steptronic –...

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