Page 1 Contents OWNER'S MANUAL. MINI CONVERTIBLE. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new MINI. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents MOBILITY The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Refueling page 254. Fuel Wheels and tires Engine compartment Information Engine oil Coolant AT A GLANCE Maintenance Cockpit Replacing components Onboard monitor Breakdown assistance...
Page 6 Internet the first chapter. The Owner's Manual and general Information Updates made after the editorial about MINI, for example on technology, are deadline available on the Internet: www.miniusa.com. Due to updates after the editorial deadline, dif‐ MINI Motorer’s Guide app ferences may exist between the printed Own‐...
Page 7 Therefore, this Owner's Manual also describes and illustrates features and functions that are Manufacturer not available in your vehicle, for example be‐ The manufacturer of this MINI is Bayerische cause of the selected optional features or the Motoren Werke Aktionengesellschaft, BMW AG. country-specific version.
Page 8 If your vehicle does not comply not evaluate whether these products are suita‐ with the homologation requirements in a cer‐ ble for MINI vehicles under all usage conditions. tain country you may not be able to lodge war‐ California Proposition 65 Warning ranty claims for your vehicle there.
Page 9 Such damage is not with individuals if combined with other infor‐ covered by the MINI New Vehicle Limited War‐ mation, e.g., an accident report, damage to the ranty. vehicle, eye witness accounts — possibly with the assistance of an expert.
Page 10 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration der, age, and crash location, are recorded. NHTSA, in addition to notifying MINI of North However, other parties, such as law enforce‐ America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New...
Page 11 Information You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safe‐ rcar.gov For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, De‐ fect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510. You can also obtain other information about motor ve‐...
Page 12 WATCH ME. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 13 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 14 AT A GLANCE Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the...
Page 15 AT A GLANCE Cockpit Automatic headlight control 104 Roadside parking lights 104 Cornering light 105 High-beam Assistant 105 Onboard computer 92 Instrument lighting 107 Instrument cluster 83 Steering wheel buttons, left Steering column stalk, right Camera-based cruise control on/ Windshield wipers 74 off 131 Cruise control on/off 136 Rain sensor 75 Cruise control: store speed Cleaning windows 75...
Page 16 Climate control 149 Manual transmission selector lever 77 PDC Park Distance Control 138 Controller with buttons 19 Rearview camera 141 Parking brake 72 Parking assistant 144 10 MINI Driving Modes switch 129 Auto Start/Stop function 70 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 17 AT A GLANCE Cockpit All around the interior mirror Emergency Request Ambient light 107 Indicator light, front-seat passen‐ Convertible top 48 airbag 111 Reading lights 107 Interior lights 107 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 18 AT A GLANCE Onboard monitor Onboard monitor Vehicle features and op‐ Overview of control ele‐ tions ments This chapter describes all standard, country- Operation specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 19 AT A GLANCE Onboard monitor Switching off Press button. "Turn off control display" Buttons on the controller Button Function MENU Opens the main menu. Controller with navigation system RADIO Opens the Radio menu. The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐ MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu.
Page 20 AT A GLANCE Onboard monitor ▷ Move in two directions. The main menu is displayed. All onboard monitor functions can be called up via the main menu. Selecting menu items Highlighted menu items can be selected. Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted.
Page 21 AT A GLANCE Onboard monitor ▷ Move the controller to the right. Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed. Opens new display on top of previous screen. Press the controller. Arrows pointing to the left or right indicate that Activating/deactivating the functions additional panels can be opened.
Page 22 AT A GLANCE Onboard monitor Example: setting the ▷ The system distinguishes between upper and lower-case letters and numbers. To clock make entries, it may be necessary to change between upper and lower-case let‐ Setting the clock ters, numbers and characters, refer to page 25.
Page 23 AT A GLANCE Onboard monitor Status information Symbol Meaning SIM card is missing. Status field Enter PIN. The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right: Entertainment symbols ▷ Time. ▷ Current entertainment source. Symbol Meaning ▷...
Page 24 AT A GLANCE Onboard monitor Displaying the button assignment Move the Controller until the split screen is selected. Touch buttons with bare fingers. Do not wear Press the Controller or select "Split screen gloves or use objects. content". The key assignment is displayed at top edge of Select the desired menu item.
Page 25 AT A GLANCE Onboard monitor Altogether, the deletion of the data can take up Symbol Function to 30 minutes. Enter the letters. Functional requirement Enter the numbers. Data can only be deleted while stationary. Tip the controller up. Deleting data Without navigation system Heed and follow the instructions on the Control Select the symbol.
Page 26 AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle features and op‐ Using voice activation tions Activating the voice activation system This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Press button on the steering wheel. series.
Page 27 AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Executing functions using short Press button on the steering wheel. commands ›Tone‹ Execute functions on the main menu via short commands. It almost doesn't matter which menu item is selected, for example, ›Vehicle Setting the voice dialog status‹.
Page 28 AT A GLANCE Voice activation system ▷ Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system. ▷ Keep the doors, windows, and convertible top closed to prevent noise interference. ▷ Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 29 AT A GLANCE Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Search by images Vehicle features and op‐ Image search provides information and de‐ tions scriptions. This is helpful when the terminology for a feature is not at hand. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Owner's Manual...
Page 30 AT A GLANCE Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Highlight the symbol once. Now simply press Press button again to return to last the Controller to browse from page to page. displayed function. Scroll back. Press button to return to the page of the Owner's Manual displayed last.
Page 31 AT A GLANCE Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 32 HANDLE ME. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 33 AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 34: Opening And Closing
CONTROLS Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and op‐ WARNING Unlocking from the inside is only possible tions with special knowledge. This chapter describes all standard, country- Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehi‐ specific and optional features offered with the cle while being exposed to extreme tempera‐...
Page 35 42, are applied. Close the driver's door. ▷ The interior lights, courtesy lights and the MINI logo projection are activated. Press button on the remote con‐ These functions are not available if the inte‐ trol. rior lights were switched off manually.
Page 36 Press button on the remote control with the vehicle locked. To switch off the alarm: press any button. The MINI logo projection is also switched on. Replacing the battery These functions are not available if the interior Remove the integrated key from the re‐...
Page 37 CONTROLS Opening and closing Malfunction Slide the integrated key in the cover of the battery compartment and raise the cover. General information A Check Control message is displayed. Remote control detection by the vehicle may malfunction under the following circumstances: ▷...
Page 38 CONTROLS Opening and closing Removing If the remote control is not detected, slightly change the position of the remote control and repeat the procedure. Integrated key General information The driver's door can be locked and unlocked without remote control using the integrated key.
Page 39 CONTROLS Opening and closing Buttons for the central Comfort Access locking system Concept The vehicle can be accessed without activating General information the remote control. In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is All you need to do is to have the remote control automatically unlocked.
Page 40 CONTROLS Opening and closing Lock Closing On the driver's or front passenger's door han‐ Press and hold down the handle of the driver or dle, press the button. the front seat passenger. This corresponds to pressing the remote control This corresponds to pressing and holding the button: remote control button: To save battery power, ensure that all power...
Page 41 CONTROLS Opening and closing Opening Depending on your vehicle's equipment and the country version, it is possible to specify whether the doors are also unlocked when un‐ locking with the remote control. Adjusting the settings, refer to page 44. Safety information WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operat‐...
Page 42: Control Display
▷ Head-up Display. Changes to the settings are automatically saved ▷ MINI Driving Modes. in the driver profile currently activated. ▷ Intelligent Safety. If another driver profile is selected via the on‐...
Page 43 CONTROLS Opening and closing Profile management The active profile is selected. Open "Options". Opening profiles "Rename current profile" Regardless of the remote control in use, a dif‐ ferent profile may be activated. Reset profiles Via the onboard monitor: The settings of the active profile are reset to their factory settings.
Page 44 CONTROLS Opening and closing Unlock Via the onboard monitor: "Settings" Doors "Profiles" Via the onboard monitor: "Import profile" "Settings" "USB device" "Doors/key" Display profile list during start Select the symbol. The profile list can be displayed during each Select the desired function. start to select the desired profile.
Page 45 CONTROLS Opening and closing Overview "Doors/key" Select the desired setting. ▷ With alarm system: "Acoustic sig. lock/unlock" Unlocking is signaled by one honk of the horn. ▷ "Flash when lock/unlock" Unlocking is signaled by two flashes, locking by one. Indicator light on the interior mirror. Alarm system Switching on and off When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either...
Page 46 CONTROLS Opening and closing Signals of the indicator lightSignals of ▷ In automatic vehicle washes. the indicator lights ▷ In duplex garages. ▷ The indicator light flashes briefly every ▷ During transport on trains carrying vehicles, 2 seconds: at sea or on a trailer. The alarm system is switched on.
Page 47 CONTROLS Opening and closing that the area of movement of the windows is All side windows open simultaneously while clear during opening and closing.◀ the switch is being held. WARNING ▷ Press the switch beyond the resist‐ Unattended children or animals can ance point.
Page 48: System
CONTROLS Opening and closing Safety information Initializing the system The system can be initialized when the vehicle WARNING is stationary and the engine is running. Accessories on the windows such as an‐ During initialization, the affected window tennas can impact jam protection. There is a closes without jam protection .
Page 49 CONTROLS Opening and closing Sliding sun roof the ventilation so that no vacuum is pro‐ duced in the vehicle. General information ▷ It is not possible to start the engine and op‐ Before closing the sliding sun roof, remove any erate the convertible top simultaneously.
Page 50 CONTROLS Opening and closing ▷ Always open or close the convertible top ▷ The cargo area partition, refer to page 51, completely. The convertible top is only is stored and latched in the bottom posi‐ locked in the final positions. tion.
Page 51 CONTROLS Opening and closing The convertible top movement is interrupted if Before closing the switch is released. The sequence can be Lower the windows completely. continued in the desired direction using the Switching off the ignition. switch. Take the hexagon wrench and screwdriver Operate switch again until the convertible op‐...
Page 52 CONTROLS Opening and closing inside, arrow 1, and then toward the front, Swivel the cable out sideways so it cannot arrow 2. be pinched. Turn the cover under the trim as far out‐ Closing the convertible top ward as possible. Grasp the convertible top with two people, with both hands on the two side frames.
Page 53 CONTROLS Opening and closing Wind deflector For this purpose, insert the hexagon wrench into the designated receptacle in the center of the roof and press push up‐ The concept ward, arrow 1. The wind deflector reduces the air movement Turn the hexagon wrench counterclockwise in the vehicle interior when driving with the to open the side frame lock.
Page 54 CONTROLS Opening and closing Fully unfold the wind deflector so that the Press the wind deflector downward, while handle, arrow 1, folds down and locks the inserting the pins in the corresponding fix‐ wind deflector. ing points, arrows 2. Open the rear side window, if necessary. Press the wind deflector downward in the middle, until the handle engages, arrows 1.
Page 55: Settings
CONTROLS Settings Settings Vehicle features and op‐ WARNING With a backrest inclined too far to the tions rear, the protective effect of the safety belt cannot be ensured anymore. There is a risk of This chapter describes all standard, country- sliding under the safety belt in an accident.
Page 56 CONTROLS Settings Forward/backward Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re‐ gion of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture. Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired direction.
Page 57: Safety
CONTROLS Settings Front seat heating WARNING Unexpected movements of the backrest Overview while driving may occur due to an unlocked backrest. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of injury. Fold back and lock the backrests before driving.◀ Fold down seat back Pull lever up to the stop.
Page 58 CONTROLS Settings added protection, they are not a substitute for Have the safety belts checked after an accident safety belts. at the dealer’s service center or another quali‐ fied service center or repair shop.◀ Slowly guide the safety belt out of the holder when fastening it.
Page 59 CONTROLS Settings Rear belt guide Safety information WARNING A missing protective effect due to re‐ moved or not correctly adjusted head restraints can cause injuries in the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury. Before driving, install the head restraints on the occupied seats.
Page 60 CONTROLS Settings To adjust the height: basic seat Rear head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint General information A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident. Height ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and Adjust the head restraint so that its center is push the head restraint down.
Page 61 CONTROLS Settings Adjusting the height Safety information WARNING Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. The distance to the traffic behind could be incorrectly estimated, e.g., while changing lanes. There is a risk of an acci‐ dent. Estimate the distance to the traffic behind by looking over your shoulder.◀...
Page 62 CONTROLS Settings Folding in and out Engage selector lever position R. NOTE Deactivating Depending on the vehicle width, the ve‐ Slide the switch to the passenger side mirror hicle can be damaged in vehicle washes. There position. is a risk of property damage. Before washing, fold in the mirrors by hand or with the button.◀...
Page 63 CONTROLS Settings Interior mirror, automatic dimming Adjusting feature Overview Switch on the ignition. Fold the lever down. Move the steering wheel to the preferred Photocells are used for control: height and angle to suit your seating posi‐ ▷ In the mirror glass. tion.
Page 64: Transporting Children Safely
CONTROLS Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the...
Page 65 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Safety information the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and correctly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats WARNING and backrests are securely engaged. If possible, Active front-seat passenger airbags can adjust the height of the head restraints or re‐ injure a child in a child restraint system when move them.◀...
Page 66 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Child seat security Locking the safety belt Pull out the belt strap completely. Secure the child restraint system with the belt. Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and pull it tight against the child restraint system. The safety belt is locked.
Page 67 CONTROLS Transporting children safely The following statement is required by Trans‐ port Canada: This vehicle is not equipped with user-ready tether anchorages. As such neither a child re‐ straint system, nor a booster cushion, requiring the use of a tether strap can be properly se‐ cured in the vehicle.
Page 68: Driving
CONTROLS Driving Driving Vehicle features and op‐ To save battery power when the engine is off, switch off the ignition and any unnecessary tions electronic systems/power consumers. This chapter describes all standard, country- Ignition off specific and optional features offered with the Manual transmission: press the Start/Stop but‐...
Page 69 CONTROLS Driving Activating WARNING With the engine running, press the Start/Stop An unsecured vehicle can begin to move button. and possibly roll away. There is a risk of an acci‐ dent. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against If the engine is not running and the ignition is rolling.
Page 70 CONTROLS Driving Steptronic transmission Engine stop Switching off the engine Safety information When the vehicle is stationary, apply the WARNING parking brake. Unattended children or animals can Engage selector lever position P. cause the vehicle to move and endanger them‐ Press the Start/Stop button.
Page 71 CONTROLS Driving Manual transmission: ▷ The engine is not yet at operating tempera‐ ture. ▷ Neutral is engaged and the clutch pedal is not pressed. ▷ The wheels are at a sharp angle or the steering wheel is being turned. ▷...
Page 72 CONTROLS Driving Switching off the vehicle during an ▷ Excessive warming of the car's interior automatic engine stop when the cooling function is switched on. ▷ The steering wheel is turned. During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle can be switched off permanently, for instance ▷...
Page 73 CONTROLS Driving Turn signal, high beams, In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, observe the following: headlight flasher ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, Turn signal turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb.
Page 74 CONTROLS Driving High beams, headlight flasher Switching on Push the lever forward or pull it backward. Tap up the lever or press it past the resistance point. ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. ▷ Normal wiper speed: tap up once. ▷...
Page 75 CONTROLS Driving Interval mode or rain sensor Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall. General information The sensor is located on the windshield, directly in front of the interior mirror.
Page 76 CONTROLS Driving Cleaning is a risk of property damage. Defrost the wind‐ shield prior to switching the wipers on.◀ Folding away the wipers Switch the ignition on and off again. Press the wiper lever up beyond the point of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐ onds, until the wipers remain in a nearly vertical position Pull the lever.
Page 77 CONTROLS Driving Washer fluid add silicon-containing additives to the washer fluid.◀ General information NOTE All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser‐ Mixing different windshield washer con‐ voir. centrates or antifreeze agents can damage the Use a mixture of tap water and windshield washing system.
Page 78 CONTROLS Driving ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, turn the front wheels in the direction of the turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb. curb. ▷...
Page 79 CONTROLS Driving Activating the sport program With the vehicle stationary, depress the brake pedal before shifting out of selector lever posi‐ tion P or N; otherwise, the shift block will not be deactivated and the shift command will not be executed.
Page 80 CONTROLS Driving General information Manual mode M/S becomes active and the gear is changed. Shifting The engaged gear is displayed in the instru‐ ment cluster, for instance M1. Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds, for instance downshifting is not possible if the engine speed is too high.
Page 81: Control
For additional information, see the chapter on the center console. To do so, pull the re‐ tow-starting and towing. taining ring and, if required, the MINI Driv‐ ing Modes switch upward at the rear edge. Steptronic Sport transmission: Launch Control...
Page 82 Driving Start with launch control While the engine is running: Press button and select SPORT with the MINI Driving Modes switch. The instrument cluster displays TRACTION in combination with SPORT. The DSC OFF indicator light lights up. Engage selector lever position S.
Page 83: Displays
CONTROLS Displays Displays Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the observed.
Page 84 Driver assistance systems Onboard computer 92 Messages, for instance Check Control Selector lever position 78 Time 88 Gear shift indicator 90 External temperature 88 MINI Driving Modes switch status 129 Selection lists 92 Status Total miles/trip odometer 88 Indicator/warning lights Check Control General information Concept The indicator and warning lights can light up in The Check Control system monitors functions in a variety of combinations and colors.
Page 85: Parking Brake
CONTROLS Displays Orange lights belt reminder can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat. Active Cruise Control Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly. The number bars shows the selected distance from the vehicle driving ahead. Airbag system Camera-based cruise control, refer to page 131.
Page 86 CONTROLS Displays DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated Steering system or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated Steering system in some cases not DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deacti‐ working. vated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control Have the steering system checked by a is activated.
Page 87 CONTROLS Displays Continuous display Parking lights, headlight Some Check Control messages are displayed Parking lights or headlights are acti‐ continuously and are not cleared until the mal‐ vated. function is eliminated. If several malfunctions Parking lights/low beams, headlight occur at once, the messages are displayed con‐ control, refer to page 103.
Page 88 CONTROLS Displays Odometer and trip odom‐ Symbols Within the supplementary text, the following eter functions can be selected independent of the check control message. Concept ▷ Display additional information about The total number of kilometers driven and the the Check Control message in the Inte‐ number of kilometers driven since the last reset grated Owner's Manual.
Page 89 CONTROLS Displays Date Current fuel consump‐ tion The date is displayed in the in‐ strument cluster. The concept The date can be set via the on‐ Displays the current fuel consumption. Check board monitor. whether you are currently driving in an efficient and environmentally-friendly manner.
Page 90 CONTROLS Displays General information Required maintenance procedures and le‐ gally mandated inspections are displayed. Depending on the vehicle's features and coun‐ Select an entry to call up detailed informa‐ try-specific version, the gear shift indicator is tion. active in the manual mode of the Steptronic transmission and with manual transmission.
Page 91 CONTROLS Displays the rain sensor, and will be displayed depend‐ ing on the situation. With the navigation system, the system takes into account the information stored in the navi‐ gation data and also displays speed limits pres‐ ent on routes without signs. Without a navigation system, the system is sub‐...
Page 92 CONTROLS Displays Activating a list and adjusting the ▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in setting front of you. ▷ When driving toward bright lights or strong Button the steering wheel Function reflections. Activate the respec‐ ▷ When the windshield behind the interior tive list and select the mirror is fogged over, dirty or covered by a desired settings.
Page 93 CONTROLS Displays Information is displayed in the info display of Via the onboard monitor: the instrument cluster. "Settings" "Instrument cluster" Information at a glance Select the desired information. Settings are stored for the profile currently CID (central information display) used. Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn signal lever calls up Information in detail...
Page 94 CONTROLS Displays Engine temperature display With equipment version with Head-up Display and navigation: distance to Displays the current engine temperature, based destination on a combination of coolant and engine oil temperature. As soon as the optimum operat‐ The distance remaining to the destination is ing temperature has been attained, the indica‐...
Page 95 "Automatically reset": all values are reset "Vehicle info" approx. 4 hours after the vehicle has come "Driving Excitement" to a standstill. "Vehicle and surroundings" Via MINI Driving Modes switch: Driving Excitement Activate SPORT. "Driving Excitement" The concept "Vehicle and surroundings"...
Page 96 CONTROLS Displays Turn the controller until the desired speed Press the Controller. warning is displayed. Turn the Controller until the desired mi‐ Press the controller. nutes are displayed. Press the Controller. Activating/deactivating the speed The time is stored. warning Via the onboard monitor: Setting the time format "Settings"...
Page 97 CONTROLS Displays Basic displays Settings are stored for the profile currently used. Basic functions, for example the tachometer, can be set to be displayed continually if so de‐ Setting the voice dialog sired. Voice dialog for the voice activation system, re‐ Event displays fer to page 27.
Page 98 CONTROLS Displays Adjusting the LED ring projection screen is clear during opening and closing.◀ Via the onboard monitor: NOTE "Settings" The Head-up Display consists of sensitive "Center Instrument" components that can easily be scraped or dam‐ "Basic display" or "Event display" aged.
Page 99 CONTROLS Displays Display Settings are stored for the profile currently used. Overview Adjusting the height The following information is displayed on the Head-up Display: Via the onboard monitor: ▷ Speed. "Settings" ▷ Navigation system. "Head-Up Display" ▷ Check Control messages. "Height"...
Page 100 CONTROLS Displays John Cooper Works: sport displays in Functional requirements the Head-up Display ▷ Steptronic transmission: Manual mode M/S and, if necessary, Dy‐ General information namic Traction Control DTC are activated. The sport displays in the Head-up Display assist ▷ Press the accelerator pedal all the way with a sporty driving style.
Page 101 CONTROLS Displays Overview mation on the LED ring of the central instru‐ ment cluster. Displaying the Always Open Timer "Vehicle info" "Always Open" Display The following information is displayed on the Control Display: Engine oil pressure display ▷ Current driving time with the convertible top open in minutes and hours.
Page 102 CONTROLS Displays Overview, buttons watch, for example, LAP 1 with the meas‐ ured time. The stop watch continues run‐ ning in the background. If needed, press button, arrow 3, again to measure a further lap time. Calling up lap times Press button, arrow 1, repeatedly until LAP 1 is shown on the display.
Page 103: Lights
CONTROLS Lights Lights Vehicle features and op‐ Symbol Function tions Lights off Daytime running lights This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Parking lights series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 104 CONTROLS Lights Roadside parking lights "Welcome lights" The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ Concept rently used. The vehicle can be illuminated on one side. Headlight courtesy delay feature Switching on General information The low beams stay lit for a short while if the headlight flasher is switched on after the vehi‐...
Page 105 CONTROLS Lights System limits Malfunction The automatic headlight control cannot serve A Check Control message is displayed. as a substitute for your personal judgment of Cornering light is malfunctioning or has failed. lighting conditions. Have the system immediately checked by a For example, the sensors are unable to detect dealer’s service center or another qualified fog or hazy weather.
Page 106 CONTROLS Lights Activating/deactivating and wagons; when driving close to train or ship traffic; and at animal crossings. ▷ In tight curves, on hilltops or in depressions, in cross traffic or half-obscured oncoming traffic on highways. ▷ In poorly-lit towns and cities and in the presence of highly reflective signs.
Page 107 CONTROLS Lights come on automatically when you switch on the To switch off permanently: press the button for rear fog lights. approx. 3 seconds. Switch back on: press button. Instrument lighting Switching the reading lights on and off manually Settings Press button.
Page 108 CONTROLS Lights "Brightness:" Adjust the brightness. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 109: Safety
CONTROLS Safety Safety Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the observed.
Page 110 ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the contact MINI Customer Relations or your au‐ steering wheel rim. Hold your hands at the thorized MINI service center. 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to keep...
Page 111 CONTROLS Safety Malfunction of the automatic ped by a dealer’s service center or another deactivation system qualified service center or repair shop.◀ When transporting older children and adults, Correct function the front-seat passenger airbags may be deac‐ tivated in certain sitting positions. In this case, When the ignition is switched on, the the indicator lamp for the front-seat passenger warning lamp in the instrument cluster...
Page 112 CONTROLS Safety ▷ The indicator light lights up An appropriate Check Control message is dis‐ when a child is properly played. seated in a child restraint fix‐ Move the respective seat all the way for‐ ing system or when the seat ward.
Page 113 CONTROLS Safety Malfunction WARNING Improperly executed work can lead to A Check Control message is displayed failure, malfunction or unintentional triggering when there is a malfunction. of the system. In the case of a malfunction, the system could not trigger as intended in the event of an accident despite respective acci‐...
Page 114 CONTROLS Safety Status control display After driving faster than 19 mph/30 km/h for a short period, the set tire inflation pressures are Tire and system status are indicated by the accepted as reference values. The resetting color of the tires and a SMS text message on process is completed automatically while driv‐...
Page 115 CONTROLS Safety ▷ No reset was performed for the system. The low the information on run-flat tires and con‐ system issues a warning based on the tire tinued driving with these tires.◀ inflation pressures stored during the last re‐ A low tire inflation pressure might turn on DSC set.
Page 116 CONTROLS Safety System limits If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, the Tire Pressure Monitor may not The system does not function properly if a reset have been reset. In this case, perform the has not been carried out, e.g., a flat tire is re‐ reset.
Page 117 CONTROLS Safety FTM Flat Tire Monitor by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size The concept indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation The system does not measure the actual infla‐...
Page 118 CONTROLS Safety "Perform reset" The system could be delayed or malfunction in the following situations: Start the engine but do not drive off. ▷ When the system has not been initialized. Start the initialization with "Perform reset". ▷ When driving on a snowy or slippery road Drive away.
Page 119 CONTROLS Safety Intelligent Safety been initialized. In this case, initialize the system. Possible driving distance with complete loss of The concept tire inflation pressure: Intelligent Safety enables central operation of The possible driving range varies depending on the driver assistance system. the how the vehicle is loaded and used, e.g., The intelligent safety systems can help prevent speed, road conditions, external temperature.
Page 120 CONTROLS Safety Overview Front-end collision warning with City Brak‐ Button in the vehicle ing function The concept The system can help prevent accidents. If an accident cannot be prevented, the system will help reduce the collision speed. The system sounds a warning before an immi‐ nent collision and actuates brakes independ‐...
Page 121 CONTROLS Safety Detection range Overview Button in the vehicle Objects that the system can detect are taken into account. Intelligent Safety button Safety information WARNING Camera Indicators and warnings do not relieve the driver from personal responsibility. Due to system limits, warnings or reactions of the sys‐ tem may not be output or they may be output too late or incorrectly.
Page 122 CONTROLS Safety Prewarning ▷ LED lights up orange or goes out respective to their individual settings. This warning is issued, for example, when there Adjust as needed. The individual settings are is the impending danger of a collision or the stored for the driver profile currently in use.
Page 123 CONTROLS Safety System limits Warning sensitivity The more sensitive the warning settings are, Safety information the more warnings are displayed. However, there may also be an excess of false warnings. WARNING The system can react incorrectly or not at all due to the system limits. There is a risk of ac‐ Person warning with City cidents or risk of property damage.
Page 124 CONTROLS Safety Camera ▷ Expanded area, arrow 2, to the right and left of the central area. A collision is imminent if pedestrians are lo‐ cated within the central area. A warning is is‐ sued about pedestrians who are located within the extended area only if they are moving in the direction of the central area.
Page 125 CONTROLS Safety Warning with braking function Detection range The detection potential of the camera is lim‐ Display ited. If a collision with a person detected in this way Thus a warning might not be issued or be is‐ is imminent, a warning symbol appears on the sued late.
Page 126 CONTROLS Safety General information Interrupting automatic braking It can be necessary to interrupt automatic brak‐ ing in certain situations, e.g., for an evasive ma‐ neuver. Interrupt automatic braking: ▷ By pressing the brake pedal. ▷ By pressing the accelerator pedal. ▷...
Page 127: Driving Stability Control Systems
CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and op‐ DSC Dynamic Stability tions Control This chapter describes all standard, country- The concept specific and optional features offered with the Within the physical limits, the system helps to series.
Page 128 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF The system ensures maximum headway on special road conditions, for example unplowed When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐ snowy roads or loose road surfaces, but with duced during acceleration and when driving in somewhat limited vehicle stability.
Page 129 The system offers several different programs. The programs are selected via the MINI Driving Activating GREEN Modes switch. Turn MINI Driving Modes switch to the right un‐ til GREEN is displayed in the instrument cluster. Programs Configuring GREEN MID/GREEN...
Page 130 The instrument cluster displays the selected program. Activating SPORT Turn MINI Driving Modes switch to the left until SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster. Configuring SPORT Display on the onboard monitor Depending on your vehicle's optional features, Program changes can be displayed on the on‐...
Page 131: Driving Comfort
CONTROLS Driving comfort Driving comfort Safety information Vehicle features and op‐ tions WARNING The system does not release from the This chapter describes all standard, country- personal responsibility to correctly assess the specific and optional features offered with the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the sys‐ series.
Page 132 CONTROLS Driving comfort Overview Functional requirements Buttons on the steering wheel Speed range The system is best used on well-constructed Press button Function roads. Cruise control on/off, refer to The system is functional at speeds beginning at page 132. approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. The max.
Page 133 CONTROLS Driving comfort ▷ When the driver applies the brakes. speed increases or decreases by a maxi‐ mum of 5 mph/10 km/h. ▷ Manual transmission: when the clutch pedal is depressed for a few seconds or re‐ button: hold down to repeat the ac‐ leased while a gear is not engaged.
Page 134 CONTROLS Driving comfort In the following cases, the stored speed value is ▷ Display lights up green: system is active, the deleted and cannot be called up again: display indicates the desired speed. ▷ When the system is switched off. ▷...
Page 135 CONTROLS Driving comfort pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator ▷ For red traffic lights. pedal. ▷ For cross traffic. ▷ For oncoming traffic. Symbol flashes red and a signal sounds: ▷ Unlit vehicles or vehicles with nonworking You are requested to intervene by brak‐ lighting at night.
Page 136 CONTROLS Driving comfort not be anticipated in advance. Therefore, drive ▷ In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐ into a curve at an appropriate speed. fall. In tight curves the system offers only restricted ▷ In tight curves. detection where a vehicle ahead of you might ▷...
Page 137 CONTROLS Driving comfort ▷ On winding roads. DSC will be switched on if needed. ▷ In heavy traffic. Switching off ▷ On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or Press button on the steering wheel. on a loose road surface. There is a risk of accidents or risk of property The displays go out.
Page 138 CONTROLS Driving comfort Changing the speed Displays in the instrument cluster button: press until the desired speed Indicator lamp is set. Depending on how the vehicle is equip‐ If active, the displayed speed is stored and the ped, the indicator lamp in the instru‐ vehicle reaches the stored speed when the ment cluster indicates whether the sys‐...
Page 139 CONTROLS Driving comfort General information Overview The ultrasound sensors for measuring the dis‐ With front PDC: button in vehicle tances are located in the bumpers. The maneuvering range, depending on obsta‐ cles and environmental conditions, is approx. 6 ft/2 m. An acoustic warning is first given in the follow‐...
Page 140 CONTROLS Driving comfort With front PDC: automatic activation on obsta‐ The signal tone is switched off, when selector cle detection can be switched off. Via the on‐ lever position P is engaged on vehicles with board monitor: Steptronic transmission. "Settings" Volume "Parking"...
Page 141 CONTROLS Driving comfort Limits of ultrasonic measurement ▷ In large buildings with right angles and smooth walls, for instance in underground Ultrasonic measuring might not function under garages. the following circumstances: ▷ In automatic vehicle washes. ▷ For small children and animals. ▷...
Page 142 CONTROLS Driving comfort Automatic deactivation during forward just the driving style to the traffic conditions. travel Watch traffic and vehicle surroundings closely and actively intervene in the respective situa‐ The system switches off when a certain driving tions.◀ distance or speed is exceeded. Switch the system back on if needed.
Page 143 CONTROLS Driving comfort Obstacle marking Spatially-shaped markings are displayed. Pathway lines Obstacle markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera. Pathway lines can be superimposed on the im‐ Their colored margins of the obstacle markings age of the rearview camera. match the markings of the PDC.
Page 144 CONTROLS Driving comfort Display settings This system assists the driver in parking parallel to the road. Brightness General information With the rearview camera switched on: Parking assistant handling is divided into three Select the symbol. steps: Turn the Controller until the desired setting ▷...
Page 145 CONTROLS Driving comfort Overview Suitable parking space ▷ Gaps behind an object that has a min. Button in the vehicle length of 5 ft/1.5 m. ▷ Gap between two objects with a minimum length of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m. ▷ Min.
Page 146 CONTROLS Driving comfort Indicator on the Control Display Parking using the parking assistant System activated/deactivated Parking Symbol Meaning Press park assistance button or shift into reverse gear to switch the parking as‐ Gray: the system is not available. sistant on, refer to page 145. Activate the White: the system is available but not parking assistant, if needed.
Page 147 CONTROLS Driving comfort ▷ Possible on snow-covered or slippery road ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel surfaces. roads. ▷ If a maximum number of parking attempts ▷ On slippery ground. or the time taken for parking is exceeded. ▷...
Page 148 CONTROLS Driving comfort Tire size The parking position may vary depending on the tire size. Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed. The parking assistant failed. Have the system checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Online Edition for Part no.
Page 149: Climate Control
CONTROLS Climate control Climate control Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the...
Page 150 CONTROLS Climate control Climate control functions in detail The air conditioner produces condensation wa‐ ter, refer to page 176, that will exit from below Switching the system on/off the vehicle. Recirculated-air mode Switching on Set any air volume. Concept Switching off You may react to unpleasant odors or pollu‐...
Page 151 CONTROLS Climate control Windshield defroster The air flow from the air conditioner may be re‐ duced automatically to save battery power. Press button. The front window defroster switches Controlling the air distribution manually off automatically after a certain period of time. Concept Rear window defroster The air distribution for climate control can be...
Page 152 CONTROLS Climate control Automatic climate control Temperature, left Maximum cooling Display 10 Air conditioning Air flow, AUTO intensity 11 Recirculated-air mode AUTO program 12 Rear window defroster Air distribution, manual 13 Windshield defroster Display 14 Defrosting windows and removing conden‐ sation Temperature, right 15 Seat heating,...
Page 153 CONTROLS Climate control Maximum cooling by using the maximum cooling or heating power, and then keeps it constant. Concept Settings The system is set to the lowest temperature, maximum air flow and recirculated-air mode. Turn the ring to set the desired temperature.
Page 154 CONTROLS Climate control Intensity With constant recirculated-air mode, the air quality in the vehicle's interior deteriorates and With the AUTO program activated, the auto‐ the fogging of the windows increases. matic intensity control can be changed. If the windows fog over, switch off recirculated- Turn the ring to set the desired air mode and increase the air flow, if needed.
Page 155 CONTROLS Climate control Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter ▷ Windows, upper body region, and floor area. In external and recirculated-air mode the mi‐ ▷ Windows and upper body region. crofilter/activated charcoal filter filters dust, pollen, and gaseous pollutants out of the air. ▷ Windows.
Page 156 CONTROLS Climate control Parked-car ventilation The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours. After that, it needs to be reacti‐ vated. The concept The parked-car ventilation ventilates the vehi‐ cle interior and lowers its temperature, if needed.
Page 157: Interior Equipment
CONTROLS Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle features and op‐ programming and operation. Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-held transmit‐ tions ter.◀ This chapter describes all standard, country- Compatibility specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not If this symbol is printed on the packag‐...
Page 158 CONTROLS Interior equipment proximately 20 seconds until the LED on flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for the interior mirror flashes. This erases all 2 seconds, the system features a rolling code programming of the buttons on the interior radio system.
Page 159 CONTROLS Interior equipment Likewise, press and hold the button of the 20 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror desired function on the hand-held trans‐ flashes rapidly. All stored functions will be de‐ mitter. leted. The functions cannot be deleted individ‐ ually.
Page 160 CONTROLS Interior equipment Setting the compass zones Sets the particular compass zones on the vehi‐ cle so that the compass operates correctly; re‐ fer to World map with compass zones. World map with magnetic zones Procedure ▷ The point of the compass displayed does not change despite changing the direction Press and hold the control button for ap‐...
Page 161 CONTROLS Interior equipment Ashtray/cigarette the "C" is replaced by the points of the compass. lighter Open convertible top completely. Press and hold the control button for ap‐ Overview prox. 6 to 7 seconds so that "C" appears on the display. Next, drive in a complete circle at least once at a speed of no more than 4 mph/7 km/h.
Page 162 CONTROLS Interior equipment In the center console Sockets Concept The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the ignition is switched on or the engine is running. General information The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Page 163 CONTROLS Interior equipment Common file systems are supported. FAT32 ▷ Due to the many different compression and exFAT are the recommended formats. techniques, proper playback of the media stored on the USB storage device cannot be Information about compatible USB devices can guaranteed in all cases.
Page 164: Storage Compartments
CONTROLS Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle features and op‐ ▷ Storage compartment in front of the cup holders. tions ▷ Storage compartments in the cargo area. This chapter describes all standard, country- ▷ Storage tray in the center console. specific and optional features offered with the ▷...
Page 165 CONTROLS Storage compartments Lock Opening The glove compartment can be locked with an integrated key to separately secure the tail‐ gate, e.g. This prevents access to the glove compartment and to the cargo area. After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐ mote control can be handed over, such as at a hotel, without the integrated key.
Page 166 CONTROLS Storage compartments Front In the center console. Rear In front of the rear seats. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 167: Cargo Area
CONTROLS Cargo area Cargo area Vehicle features and op‐ WARNING Improperly stowed objects can shift and tions be thrown into the vehicle's interior, e.g., in the event of an accident or during braking and eva‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- sive maneuvers.
Page 168 CONTROLS Cargo area Loading aid how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Concept Load For easier loading, the vehicle is equipped with loading aid. When the loading aid is opened, objects can be stowed that would not other‐ wise fit through the tailgate opening.
Page 169 CONTROLS Cargo area Enlarging the cargo Push the handles outward to lock the con‐ vertible top. area Check that the convertible top is locked. Concept The cargo area can be enlarged as follows: Lashing eyes in the cargo ▷ The rear seat backrests in the rear can be area folded down.
Page 170 CONTROLS Cargo area Cargo area partition adjust the height of the head restraints or re‐ move them.◀ Fold the convertible top upward as descri‐ bed under Loading aid, refer to page 168. WARNING Swing the cargo area partition upward and Body parts can be jammed when moving pull backward out of the lower supports, ar‐...
Page 171 CONTROLS Cargo area Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 172 DRIVE ME. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 173: Driving Tips
AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 174: Things To Remember When Driving
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and op‐ ▷ For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and 100 mph/160 km/h. tions Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum‐ stances. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the From 1,200 miles/2,000 km series.
Page 175 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving General driving notes erty damage. If possible, in the vehicle's interior use only mobile phones with direct connections to an exterior antenna in order to exclude mu‐ Closing the tailgate tual interference and deflect the radiation from WARNING the vehicle's interior.◀...
Page 176 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from sistance, are restricted or not available at all. the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its There is a risk of an accident. Do not drive in active mode.
Page 177 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Rear luggage rack ▷ Do not exceed the approved axle load and the approved gross vehicle weight. ▷ Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration General information and braking maneuvers. Take corners gen‐ Installation only possible with rear luggage rack tly.
Page 178: Saving Fuel
DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Saving fuel Vehicle features and op‐ Closing the windows tions Open windows increase air resistance and therefore lead to greater fuel consumption. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Tires necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 179 Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve For going downhill take your foot off the accel‐ optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. MINI erator and let the vehicle roll. recommends that maintenance work be per‐ The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting.
Page 180 GREEN climate control Activating GREEN Mode Climate control is set to be fuel-efficient. Turn MINI Driving Modes switch By making a slight change to the set tempera‐ to the right until GREEN Mode is ture, or adjusting the rate of heating or cooling displayed in the instrument clus‐...
Page 181 DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Display in the instrument cluster GREEN tip, driving instruction GREEN bonus range An adjusted driving style helps you extend your driving range. This may be displayed as the bo‐ nus range in the instrument clus‐ ter. The bonus range is shown in the range display.
Page 182 Coasting is a component of the GREEN driving mode. Indications on the Control Display Coasting is automatically activated when the GREEN driving mode is called via the MINI Driv‐ Displaying MINIMALISM info ing Modes switch, refer to page 129. The current efficiency of the functions in GREEN A proactive driving style helps the driver to use Mode can be displayed on the Control Display.
Page 183 ▷ The battery charge state is temporarily too the roof of a MINI and a table of values. low. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 184 DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel The fish and the movements of the water in the glass, arrow 1, symbolize the efficiency of the driving style. The more efficient the driving style, the less the water sloshes around in the glass and the bet‐ ter is the fish's mood.
Page 185 DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 186 MOVE ME. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 187: Mobility
AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 188: Refueling
MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and op‐ Fuel cap tions Opening This chapter describes all standard, country- Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge specific and optional features offered with the and open it. series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 189 MOBILITY Refueling Closing WARNING The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jammed and crushed during closing. The cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Pay attention that the retain‐ ing strap is not jammed or crushed when clos‐...
Page 190: Fuel
M5 ple. M100.◀ Gasoline NOTE Fuel that does not comply with the mini‐ General information mum quality can compromise engine function For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should or cause engine damage. There is a risk of be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
Page 191 Top Tier retailers. Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐ nance.◀ Recommended fuel grade MINI recommends AKI 91. John Cooper Works: MINI recommends AKI 93. Minimum fuel grade MINI recommends AKI 89.
Page 192: Wheels And Tires
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and op‐ ature. The tire inflation pressure specifications relate to cold tires or tires at ambient tempera‐ tions ture. The displays of inflation devices may under- This chapter describes all standard, country- read by up to 0.1 bar, 2 psi.
Page 193 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values up to values in the tire inflation pressure table, refer 100 mph/160 km/h to page 193, and adjust as necessary. COOPER Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires 175/60 R 16 86 H 2.5 / 36...
Page 194 MOBILITY Wheels and tires COOPER S JOHN COOPER WORKS Tire size Pressure specifications in Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI bar/PSI Specifications in Specifications in bar/PSI with cold bar/PSI with cold tires tires 195/55 R 16 87 H 2.6 / 38 2.4 / 35 185/50 R 17 86 H 2.9 / 42...
Page 195 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values over COOPER S 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI COOPER Specifications in bar/PSI with cold Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI tires Specifications in bar/PSI with cold 195/55 R 16 87 H 2.8 / 41 2.6 / 38 tires...
Page 196 MOBILITY Wheels and tires On 3-door models: JOHN COOPER Axle Weight Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs. rear WORKS GAWR and tire loads, respectively. Tire size Pressure specifications in Speed letter bar/PSI T = up to 118 mph, 190 km/h Specifications in H = up to 131 mph, 210 km/h bar/PSI with cold...
Page 197 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Treadwear WARNING The treadwear grade is a comparative rating The temperature grade for this tire is es‐ based on the wear rate of the tire when tested tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐...
Page 198 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Minimum tread depth Safety information WARNING Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres‐ sure, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There is a risk of an accident. If tire damage is suspected while driving, immediately reduce speed and stop.
Page 199 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Safety information dent. The manufacturer of your vehicle does not recommend the use of retreaded tires.◀ WARNING Wheels and tires which are not suitable Winter tires for your vehicle can damage parts of the vehi‐ Winter tires are recommended for operating on cle, for instance due to contact with the body winter roads.
Page 200 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Repairing a flat tire Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐ sure indicated on the side wall of the tire. Safety measures ▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible Run-flat tires from passing traffic and on solid ground. ▷...
Page 201 MOBILITY Wheels and tires General information Compressor ▷ Follow the instructions on using the Mobi‐ lity System found on the compressor and sealant container. ▷ Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐ tive if the tire puncture measures approx. 1/8 inches/4 mm or more.
Page 202 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Filling Screw the filling hose of the sealant con‐ tainer onto the tire valve of the nonworking Shake the sealant container. wheel. Pull filling hose completely out of the cover With the compressor switched off, insert of the sealant container.
Page 203 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Checking and adjusting the tire Insert the connector into the power socket inflation pressure inside the vehicle. Checking Switch off the compressor. Read the tire inflation pressure on the tire pressure gage. To continue the trip, a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar must be reached.
Page 204 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Adjustment Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 113. Stop at a suitable location. Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant Screw the connection hose of the compres‐ container of the Mobility System promptly. sor directly onto the tire valve stem. Snow chains Fine-link snow chains The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends...
Page 205 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after WARNING mounting snow chains, as doing so may result The vehicle jack is only provided for in incorrect readings. short-term lifting of the vehicle for wheel When driving with snow chains, briefly activate changes.
Page 206 MOBILITY Wheels and tires On a level surface immediate area in a safe place, such as be‐ hind a guardrail. ▷ Depending on your vehicle's equipment, remove the tool and the emergency wheel from the vehicle. ▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp at an appro‐...
Page 207 MOBILITY Wheels and tires do not change this position while using the ve‐ Make sure that the vehicle jack foot is ex‐ hicle jack.◀ tended vertically. Hold the jack with one hand, arrow 1, and grasp the crank or lever with your other hand, arrow 2.
Page 208 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Turn the crank on the vehicle jack counter‐ the storage compartment for the onboard vehi‐ clockwise to retract the jack and lower the cle tool kit. vehicle. Loosen the nut using the wheel wrench Remove the vehicle jack. from the onboard vehicle tool kit.
Page 209 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Remove the spacer and emergency wheel from the well. Stow the well and spacer in the vehicle. Replacing the tires Have the damaged tire replaced. Replace the emergency wheel with the new wheel. Installing the emergency wheel Have the emergency wheel installed back into the vehicle by a dealer’s service center or an‐...
Page 210: Engine Compartment
MOBILITY Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the...
Page 211 MOBILITY Engine compartment WARNING Hood is unlocked. The engine compartment accommodates moving components. Certain components in the engine compartment can also move with the vehicle switched off, e.g., the radiator fan. There is a risk of injury. Do not reach into the area of moving parts.
Page 212: Engine Oil
MOBILITY Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle features and op‐ Electronic oil measure‐ tions ment This chapter describes all standard, country- Status display specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not The concept necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due The engine oil level is monitored electronically to the selected options or country versions.
Page 213 MOBILITY Engine oil NOTE "Measure engine oil level" An engine oil level that is too low causes "Start measurement" engine damage. There is a risk of property The engine oil level is checked and displayed damage. Immediately add engine oil.◀ via a scale.
Page 214 MOBILITY Engine oil Overview Suitable engine oil types The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐ Add engine oils that meet the following oil rat‐ partment, refer to page 210. ing standards: Gasoline engine Opening the oil filler neck BMW Longlife-01 FE.
Page 215 MOBILITY Engine oil The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you have a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop change the engine oil. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 216: Coolant
MOBILITY Coolant Coolant Vehicle features and op‐ Coolant level tions Overview This chapter describes all standard, country- The coolant reservoir is in the engine compart‐ specific and optional features offered with the ment, refer to page 210. series. It also describes features that are not Open the hood, refer to page 210.
Page 217 MOBILITY Coolant Adding Let the engine cool. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, then open it. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill. Close cap.
Page 218: Maintenance
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently. MINI maintenance system Storage periods The maintenance system indicates required Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐ maintenance measures, and thereby provides tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐...
Page 219 MOBILITY Maintenance Emissions dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Records of regu‐ ▷ The warning lamp lights up: lar maintenance and repair work should be re‐ Emissions are deteriorating. Have tained. the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐ sible.
Page 220: Replacing Components
MOBILITY Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and op‐ erty damage. Secure the wiper arm when re‐ placing the wiper blades and do not fold down tions the wipers without the wiper blades installed.◀ This chapter describes all standard, country- NOTE specific and optional features offered with the Folded-away wipers can be jammed...
Page 221 MOBILITY Replacing components Insert and latch a new wiper blade in re‐ WARNING verse order. Work on switched-on lighting systems Fold down the wiper arm. can cause short circuits. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. When working on the lighting system, switch off the lamps in Light/bulb replacement question.
Page 222 MOBILITY Replacing components Front halogen lights, bulb replacement Bulbs: H4 Open the hood, refer to page 211. Overview Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow, and remove. Halogen headlights Pull off the connector. Low beams/high beams Unclip spring clip, arrow, and fold down. Turn signal Bug light Remove the bulb from the headlight hous‐...
Page 223 MOBILITY Replacing components Parking lights/fog lights/daytime With white turn signal lights: PWY24W running lights Turn the steering wheel. Follow the general instructions on lights and Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow 1, and bulbs, refer to page 221. remove. Bulbs: ▷ Parking lights for halogen headlights: W5W Parking lights for LED headlights: W5W NBV.
Page 224 MOBILITY Replacing components Overview ▷ Fog lights: turn the bulb holder, ar‐ row 3, counterclockwise and remove. Position of the headlights Pull the bulb out of the fixture. Daytime running lights Insert the new bulb and install the cover in the reverse order.
Page 225 MOBILITY Replacing components Tail lights, bulb replacement With white turn signal lights: PWY24W Turn the steering wheel. Overview Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow 1, and remove. Vehicles with a rear fog lamp Unscrew the inner lid counterclockwise, Side tail lamps and remove it.
Page 226 MOBILITY Replacing components Side tail lamps Bulbs: P21W Opening tailgate. Remove left or right cover. Brake lights/tail lamps Turn signal Reversing lights Through the opening, loosen the plug con‐ nector, arrow 2 on the bulb holder. Side LED tail lights Press the latches together, arrows 1, and remove the bulb holder.
Page 227 MOBILITY Replacing components ▷ Arrow 3: reversing light. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove. The wire is long enough to guide the socket down and through between any heat shield that may be installed and the bumper. Proceed in the reverse order to insert the new bulb and attach the bulb holder.
Page 228 MOBILITY Replacing components The wire is long enough to guide the socket ▷ With white lens: WY5W. down and through between any heat shield Open the hood. The covers of the side turn that may be installed and the bumper. signal lights are on the left and right next to the hinges of the hood.
Page 229 MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle battery The battery may need to be charged in the fol‐ lowing cases: ▷ When making frequent short-distance Maintenance drives. The battery is maintenance-free. ▷ If the vehicle is not used for more than a The added amount of acid is sufficient for the month.
Page 230 MOBILITY Replacing components Fuses Safety information WARNING Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload electrical lines and components. There is a risk of fire. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse. Do not replace a nonworking fuse with a sub‐ stitute of another color or amperage rating.◀...
Page 231: Breakdown Assistance
MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance Roadside Assistance Vehicle features and op‐ The Roadside Assistance phone number can be tions viewed on the onboard monitor or a connec‐ tion to Roadside Assistance can be established This chapter describes all standard, country- directly.
Page 232 MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Safety information DANGER Contact with live components can lead to an electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not touch any components that are under voltage.◀ Preparation The body ground or a special nut acts as the NOTE battery negative terminal.
Page 233 MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Tow truck If the first starting attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before making another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge. Let both engines run for several minutes. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse order.
Page 234 MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Towing NOTE When lifting the vehicle by the tow fitting NOTE or body and chassis parts; damage can occur If manual unlocking of the parking brake on vehicle parts. There is a risk of property is not possible, the vehicle cannot be moved or damage.
Page 235 MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Tow rope Safety information When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure NOTE that the tow rope is taut. If the tow fitting is not used as intended, To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on there can be damage to the vehicle or to the the vehicle components when towing, always tow fitting.
Page 236 MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Engage third gear. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch pedal pressed and slowly release the pedal. After the engine starts, immediately press on the clutch pedal again. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope, and switch off the hazard warning system.
Page 237: Care
MOBILITY Care Care Automatic vehicle washes Vehicle features and op‐ tions Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- NOTE specific and optional features offered with the Water can penetrate in the windshield series. It also describes features that are not area due to high-pressure washers.
Page 238 Some vehicle washes do not permit persons in General information the vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from MINI recommends using vehicle care and the outside when in selector lever position N. A cleaning products from MINI. Suitable care signal is sounded when an attempt is made to products are available from a dealer’s service...
Page 239 MOBILITY Care Caring for the convertible top Cleaning the convertible top To remove heavy soiling, especially for light col‐ General information ored convertible tops, use a special convertible The appearance and life of the convertible top top cleaner. depend on correct care and operation. Proceed as follows when cleaning: Follow the following instructions: Spray the convertible top with the converti‐...
Page 240 MOBILITY Care Upholstery material care Rubber components Environmental influences can cause surface General information soiling of rubber parts and a loss of gloss. Use Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vac‐ only water and suitable cleaning agents for uum cleaner. cleaning.
Page 241 MOBILITY Care Displays/Screens/Projection lenses Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety. NOTE Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety Chemical cleansers, moisture or fluids of belts clipped into their buckles. any kind can damage the surface of displays Do not allow the switchs to retract the safety and screens.
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Page 244: Technical Data
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, e.g., a roof antenna, roof racks MINI Convertible Width with mirrors inches/mm 76.1/1,932 Width without mirrors inches/mm...
Page 245 1,790/812 Cargo area capacity cu ft 5.7-7.6 Canada: cargo area capacity cu ft/l 5.6-7.5/160-215 MINI John Cooper Works Convertible Approved gross vehicle weight Manual transmission lbs/kg 3,900/1,769 Steptronic transmission lbs/kg 3,940/1,787 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 246 REFERENCE Technical data MINI John Cooper Works Convertible Load lbs/kg 800/363 Approved front axle load Manual transmission lbs/kg 2,121/962 Steptronic transmission lbs/kg 2,169/984 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 1,821/826 Cargo area capacity cu ft 5.7-7.6 Canada: cargo area capacity cu ft/l 5.6-7.5/160-215...
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REFERENCE Appendix Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve‐ Este equipamento opera em caráter secun‐ hicle are listed here. dário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferên‐ Updates made after the cia a sistemas operando em caráter primário.
Page 248 REFERENCE Appendix Japan No.: ESD-1307076C Singapore Complies with IDA Standards DA101586 South Africa 201-135124 Mexico COFETEL: RLVBHEID13–0912 Marca: Hella Modelo (s): IDGNG1 La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las si‐ TA-2013/004 guientes dos condiciones: APPROVED (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y Taiwan (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cual‐...
Page 249 REFERENCE Appendix This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer‐ ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference re‐ ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Page 254: Everything From A To Z
Antilock Brake System, Band-aids, see First-aid Accessories and parts ACC, see camera-based cruise Anti-slip control, see DSC Battery replacement, vehicle control App, MINI Motorer’s Guide battery Activated-charcoal filter Approved axle load Battery, vehicle Active Cruise Control, see Arrival time Being towed, see Tow-starting camera-based cruise con‐...
Page 255 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Chassis number, see vehicle Confirmation signal identification number Control Display California Proposition 65 Check Control Control Display, settings Warning Checking the oil level elec‐ Controller Camera-based assistance sys‐ tronically Control systems, driving stabil‐ tems, see Intelligent Children, seating position Safety Children, transporting...
Page 256 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Driving Dynamics Control, see Emergency wheel, compact MINI Driving Modes wheel, see Emergency Damage, tires switch wheel Damping control, dy‐ Driving Excitement, SPORT Energy Control namic Driving instructions, break- Engine, automatic Start/Stop Data, technical 244,...
Page 257 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z External temperature dis‐ Fuel Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ play Fuel cap ture External temperature warn‐ Fuel consumption, see Aver‐ Headlight flasher age fuel consumption Headlight glass Eyes for securing cargo Fuel filler flap Headlights, care Fuel gauge Head restraints, front Fuel quality...
Page 258 Manual operation, rearview Interval mode Lighting camera In the vicinity of the steering Light replacement Manual transmission wheel Light replacement, Manufacturer of the MINI front 222, Marking, run-flat tires Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 102 - X/16...
Page 259 MID - program, driving dy‐ camera Parts and accessories namics Octane rating, see Recom‐ Passenger's side mirror, tilt‐ MINI Connected, see Inte‐ mended fuel grade grated Owner's Manual Odometer Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ MINI driving modes Office, see Integrated Owner's...
Page 260 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Radiator fluid Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor Service requirements, dis‐ Radio-operated remote con‐ play trol, opening/closing Retreaded tires Service, Roadside Assis‐ Radio ready state Roadside parking lights tance Radio, see Integrated Owner's Rolling code hand-held trans‐ SET button, see camera-based Manual mitter...
Page 261 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Standard equipment Technical data 244, Transmission lock, releasing Standard view, Head-up Dis‐ Temperature, air condi‐ manually play tioner Transmission, manual trans‐ Start/stop, automatic func‐ Temperature, automatic cli‐ mission tion mate control Transmission, see Steptronic Start/Stop button Temperature display for exter‐...
Page 262 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Vehicle battery, replacing Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor Vehicle, break-in Vehicle care Wind deflector Vehicle care products Window defroster, Vehicle features and op‐ rear 151, tions Windows, powered Vehicle identification num‐ Windshield cleaning sys‐ Vehicle jack Windshield de‐...
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