Mini CONVERTIBLE Owner's Manual page 187

Condensation water under the parked
vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops and collects under‐
neath the vehicle.
Ground clearance
NOTE
If ground clearance is insufficient, there
might be contact with the front or rear spoiler,
for instance when driving over curbs or enter‐
ing into underground vehicle parking garages.
There is a risk of damage to property. Ensure
that there is sufficient ground clearance availa‐
ble.◀
Rear luggage rack
General information
Installation only possible with rear luggage rack
preparation.
Rear racks are available as special accessories.
Securing
COOPER
Things to remember when driving
Online Edition for Part no. 01402983394 - X/17
COOPER S
The fixing points, arrow 1, and the socket, ar‐
row 2, are located below the covers in the
bumper.
Remove the covers before installing the rear
luggage rack.
Loading
Because rear luggage racks raise the vehicle's
center of gravity when loaded, they have a ma‐
jor effect on vehicle handling and steering re‐
sponse.
Therefore, note the following when loading and
driving:
▷ Do not exceed the approved axle load and
the approved gross vehicle weight.
▷ Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration
and braking maneuvers. Take corners gen‐
tly.
Power consumption
Before starting to drive, check the function of
the rear luggage rack lights.
The rear luggage rack lights must not consume
more than:
▷ Turn signals: 42 watts per side.
▷ Rear lights: 50 watts per side.
▷ Brake lights: 84 watts in total.
▷ Rear fog lights: 42 watts in total.
▷ Backup light: 42 watts in total.
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