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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. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your MINI.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTES Information..........................10 QUICK REFERENCE Entering..........................Set-up and use........................24 On the road..........................AT A GLANCE Cockpit............................ Central Information Display (CID)..................42 General settings........................Owner's Manual media.......................56 CONTROLS Opening and closing......................Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel................. Transporting children safely.................... Driving............................ Displays..........................
Page 5 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving................Saving fuel...........................227 ENTERTAINMENT General information......................Tone............................238 Radio............................. Audio.............................248 COMMUNICATION Telephone..........................MINI Connected........................ MOBILITY Refueling..........................264 Fuel............................Wheels and tires........................268 Engine compartment......................289 Engine oil..........................292 Coolant..........................296 Maintenance........................Replacing components....................Breakdown assistance..................... Care............................319 REFERENCE Technical data........................Appendix..........................329 License Texts and Certifications..................330...
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Page 9 NOTES Information ....................Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 10: Notes
The steps must be car- Vehicle information and general informa- ried out in the defined order. tion on MINI, e.g., on technology, are availa- First action step. ble on the Internet: www.mini.jp. Vehicle information and general informa- Second action step.
Page 11 Manual also describes and illustrates fea- tures and functions that are not available in Manufacturer a vehicle, for example because of the se- The manufacturer of this MINI is Bayeri- lected optional features or the country-spe- sche Motoren Werke Aktionengesellschaft, cific version.
Page 12 The manufacturer of your vehicle recom- quires vehicle manufacturers to provide the mends that you entrust corresponding pro- following warning: cedures to a MINI dealer’s service center. If you choose to use another service facility, the manufacturer of your vehicle recom- Warning...
Page 13 Such damage is not – New Vehicle Limited Warranty. covered by the MINI New Vehicle Limited – Rust Perforation Limited Warranty. Warranty. – Federal Emissions System Defect War- ranty.
Page 14 NOTES Information Personal reference – Responses by the vehicle to special sit- uations such as airbag deployment or Each vehicle is marked with a unique vehi- engagement of the driving stability con- cle identification number. Depending on the trol systems. country, the vehicle owner can be identified –...
Page 15 Information NOTES Data entry and data transfer into The sound and picture from the mobile de- vice can be played back and displayed the vehicle through the multimedia system. Certain in- formation is transferred to the mobile de- General information vice at the same time.
Page 16 NOTES Information nection, for instance with the IT systems of – Whether or not the driver and passen- the vehicle manufacturer intended for this ger safety belts were fastened. purpose. – How far, if at all, the driver was depress- Any collection, processing, and use of per- ing the accelerator and/or brake pedal.
Page 17 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to noti- fying MINI of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it...
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Page 19: Quick Reference
QUICK REFERENCE Entering ...................... Set-up and use ................... On the road ....................Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 20: Entering
QUICK REFERENCE Entering Entering Opening and closing Locking the vehicle Press the button on the vehicle key. Buttons on the vehicle key All vehicle access points are locked. Buttons for the central locking system Overview 1 Unlocking 2 Locking 3 Unlocking the tailgate With automatic tailgate operation: open the tailgate 4 Panic mode...
Page 21 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Comfort Access Opening and closing the tailgate with no-touch activation Concept Concept The vehicle can be accessed without operat- The tailgate can be opened and closed with ing the vehicle key. no-touch activation using the vehicle key Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in you are carrying.
Page 22 QUICK REFERENCE Entering Displays and control elements Depending on the setting, the doors may also be unlocked. In the vicinity of the steering With automatic tailgate: Opening wheel – Unlock the vehicle and press the button 1 Low beams, fog lights on the tailgate.
Page 23 Entering QUICK REFERENCE Driver's door Controller General information The buttons can be used to open the menus directly. The Controller can be used to se- lect menu items and enter the settings. Buttons on the Controller Button Function Press once: calls up the main 1 Safety switch menu.
Page 24: Set-Up And Use
QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Set-up and use Seats, mirrors, and steering Adjusting the head restraint wheel Height Manually adjustable seats – To raise: push the head restraint up. – To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and 1 Forward/backward push the head restraint down.
Page 25 (CID), the steering wheel buttons and spo- ken instructions. Press the desired button 1 or 2 on the seat while the LED is illuminated. The "My MINI" LED goes out. "System settings" Calling up settings "Mobile devices"...
Page 26 QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use To perform additional steps on the mo- Select the numbers individually. bile phone, refer to the mobile phone Select the symbol. owner's manual: e.g., search for or con- nect the Bluetooth device or a new de- vice.
Page 27: On The Road
On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Press the Start/Stop button. Manual transmission: switching off Starting and stopping the engine With the vehicle at a standstill, press the Start/Stop button. Ignition on/off Shift into first gear or reverse. –...
Page 28 QUICK REFERENCE On the road prevent inadvertent shifting into the 3rd or Steptronic transmission, Sport and 4th gear. manual mode Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is stationary. To overcome the resistance push the gear- shift lever dynamically to the left and en- gage reverse gear with a forward shifting movement.
Page 29 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Turn signal Lights and lighting Light functions Symbol Function Front fog lights. Automatic headlight control. – On: press the lever past the resistance Lights off. point. Daytime running lights. – Off: lightly tap the lever to the resist- ance point.
Page 30 QUICK REFERENCE On the road – Rain sensor: position 1. Set interval or sensitivity of the rain sensor – Normal wiper speed: position 2. – Fast wiper speed: position 3. Brief wipe and switching off Turn the thumbwheel on the wiper lever. Cleaning the windshield Press the lever down.
Page 31 On the road QUICK REFERENCE – Normal wiper speed: tap up once. Set interval or sensitivity of the rain sensor – Fast wiper speed: tap up twice or tap once beyond the resistance point. Brief wipe and switching off Turn the thumbwheel on the wiper lever. Cleaning the windshield Press the lever down.
Page 32 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Button Function Button Function Controls the air flow, Defrosts and defogs the manual. windows. Windshield defroster. Rear window defroster. Controls the air distribution manually. Refueling Windshield defroster. Refueling Fuel cap Automatic climate control To open the fuel filler flap, press on the Button Function rear edge, arrow.
Page 33 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Wheels and tires The engine oil level is displayed. Adding engine oil Tire inflation pressure specifications General information Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehicle before engine oil is added. Adding The tire inflation pressure values can be found on the sign on the door pillar.
Page 34 This service can be reached around the clock in many countries. "MINI Connected" "MINI Assist" "MINI Roadside Assistance" The contact to the MINI Roadside Assis- tance is established. A telephone number is displayed, if needed. Select to dial the telephone number on a connected mobile phone.
Page 35 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
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Page 37: At A Glance
AT A GLANCE Cockpit ......................Central Information Display (CID) ............General settings ..................Owner's Manual media ................Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 38: Cockpit
AT A GLANCE Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle features and options instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety- related functions and systems. When using This chapter describes all standard, country- these functions and systems, the applicable specific and optional features offered with laws and regulations must be observed.
Page 39 Cockpit AT A GLANCE Automatic headlight con- Canada: roadside parking trol light Cornering light Onboard Computer High-beam Assistant Instrument lighting 7 Instrument cluster 8 Steering column stalk, right 5 Steering wheel buttons, left Wipers Camera-based cruise control Wiper on Canadian mod- on/off Cruise control on/off Rain sensor...
Page 40 Parking assistant Auto Start/Stop func- 2 Control Display tion 3 Radio/Multimedia Start/stop the engine and 4 Glove compartment switch the ignition on/ 5 Climate control DSC Dynamic Stability Control MINI Driving Modes switch Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 41 Cockpit AT A GLANCE 7 Steptronic transmission selector Manual transmission selector lever lever 8 Controller with buttons 9 Parking brake In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, Ambient light Indicator light, front-seat pas- Panoramic glass sunroof senger airbag Reading lights Interior lights Online Edition for Part no.
Page 42: Central Information Display (Cid)
AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Central Information Display (CID) Vehicle features and options Input and display Letters and numbers This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Depending on the menu, you can switch be- the series.
Page 43 Central Information Display (CID) AT A GLANCE Status information Other symbols Symbol Meaning General information The status field can be found in the upper Check Control message. area of the Control Display. Status informa- The sound output has been tion is displayed in the form of symbols. switched off.
Page 44 AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Safety information NOTICE Objects in the area in the front of the Con- trol Display can shift and damage the Con- trol Display. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not place objects in the area in front of the Control Display.
Page 45 Turn the Controller until the desired station". menu item is highlighted. Changing settings Settings, such as brightness, can be entered. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "System settings" "Displays" "Control display" Press the Controller. "Brightness at night" Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 46 AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) instance radio stations, phone numbers, and Turn the Controller until the desired set- menu entries. ting is displayed. Settings are stored for the driver profile Press the Controller. currently used. Entering letters and numbers Storing a function Input Select the function via the Central Infor-...
Page 47: General Settings
Setting the time format related functions and systems. When using Via the Central Information Display (CID): these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed. "My MINI" "System settings" Language "Date and time" "Time format:" Setting the language Select the desired setting.
Page 48 If vehicle tracking has been activated, the "Control display" current vehicle position can be displayed in "Brightness at night" the MINI Connected app. Turn the Controller until the desired brightness is set. Press the Controller. Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 49 All messages, except Check Control mes- Via the Central Information Display (CID): sages or messages from the vehicle manu- facturer, can be deleted from the list. "My MINI" Check Control messages or messages from "System settings" the vehicle manufacturer are displayed as "Displays"...
Page 50 15 minutes. Concept The vehicle offers various functions which Functional requirement require data to be transferred to MINI or a Data can only be deleted while stationary. service provider. The data transfer can be deactivated for some functions.
Page 51 These numbers can be displayed in the ve- play (CID). hicle. Playing music from the Bluetooth Via the Central Information Display (CID): smartphone or the audio or USB. "My MINI" player. "System settings" USB storage device: USB. "Mobile devices" Playing music. "Settings"...
Page 52 Pairing the mobile device with the function as expected. vehicle In this case, the following explanations can Via the Central Information Display (CID): help: "My MINI" Why could the mobile phone not be paired "System settings" or connected? – There are too many Bluetooth devices "Mobile devices"...
Page 53 General settings AT A GLANCE – Transmission of the phone book entries A connected USB storage device will be is not yet complete. supplied with charge current via the USB interface if the device supports this. Follow – It is possible that only the phone book the maximum charge current of the USB in- entries of the mobile phone or the SIM terface.
Page 54 AT A GLANCE General settings Functional requirement Via the Central Information Display (CID): Compatible device, refer to page 51, with "My MINI" USB interface. "System settings" "Mobile devices" Connecting the device Select the desired device. Connect the USB storage device using a suitable adapter cable to a USB interface, Select the desired setting.
Page 55 General settings AT A GLANCE Deleting the device Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "System settings" "Mobile devices" Select device. "Delete device" The device is disconnected and removed from the device list. Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 56: Owner's Manual Media
AT A GLANCE Owner's Manual media Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 57 Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
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Page 59: Controls
CONTROLS Opening and closing ................Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ............. Transporting children safely ..............Driving ......................Displays ....................Lights ......................Safety ......................Driving stability control systems ............. Driving comfort ..................Climate control ..................Interior equipment ................Storage compartments ................. Cargo area ....................
Page 60: Opening And Closing
CONTROLS Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options of injury. Take the vehicle key with you so that the vehicle can be opened from the outside. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 61 Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview – The interior lights, refer to page 144, and the MINI logo projection are switched on, provided that the interior lights were not switched off manually. – Depending on the settings, the welcome light and headlight courtesy delay fea- ture, refer to page 141, are switched on.
Page 62 There is a risk of damage to property. The MINI logo projection is also switched Cover the edges and ensure that pointed objects do not hit the windows. These functions are not available if the inte- rior lights were switched off manually.
Page 63 Opening and closing CONTROLS Panic mode Push battery in the direction of the ar- row using a pointed object and lift it You can trigger the alarm system if you find out. yourself in a dangerous situation. – Press the button on the vehicle key and hold for at least 3 sec- onds.
Page 64 The options provided by the Remote – Interference of the radio connection Services of the MINI Connected app in- from mobile phones or other electronic clude the ability to lock and unlock a ve- devices in direct proximity to the vehi- hicle.
Page 65 Opening and closing CONTROLS The other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside. NOTICE The door lock is permanently joined with Alarm system the door. The door handle can be moved. When pulling the door handle with the The alarm system is not switched on if the integrated key inserted, paint or the vehicle is locked with the integrated key.
Page 66 CONTROLS Opening and closing Unlocking This function is not available in vehicles with a trailer hitch or with a rear lug- Press the button. gage rack preparation. Functional requirements Opening – To lock the vehicle, the vehicle key must be outside of the vehicle near the doors. –...
Page 67 Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking To open the tailgate General information If the tailgate is opened via Comfort Access, locked doors are not unlocked. To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehi- cle, do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area.
Page 68 This function is not available in vehicles with a trailer hitch or with a rear luggage Adjusting rack preparation. "My MINI" General information "Vehicle settings" To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehi- "Doors/Key" cle, do not place the vehicle key in the cargo "Tailgate"...
Page 69 Opening and closing CONTROLS Contactless closing of the tailgate is Malfunction switched on or off. Vehicle key recognition by the vehicle may malfunction under the following circum- Performing the foot movement stances: Stand in the middle behind the vehicle – The battery of the vehicle key is dis- at approx.
Page 70 CONTROLS Opening and closing Safety information – Press and hold the button on the vehicle key for approx. 1 second. Depending on the setting, the doors may Warning also be unlocked. Unlocking with the ve- Body parts can be jammed when operating hicle key, refer to page 62.
Page 71 4 in/10 cm above the tailgate. button in the storage compartment of the Via the Central Information Display (CID): driver's door upwards twice in quick suc- cession. "My MINI" If the vehicle is stationary, the tailgate "Vehicle settings" opens automatically to the adjusted opening "Doors/Key"...
Page 72 CONTROLS Opening and closing From the inside Interruption of the closing procedure The closing procedure is interrupted in the Press and hold the button in the stor- following situations: age compartment of the driver's door. – If the vehicle starts off with a jerky The vehicle key must be located in the car’s movement.
Page 73 – Rearview camera. If the vehicle is unlocked using the vehicle key, the assigned personal driver profile will – MINI Driving Modes. be activated. All settings stored in the – Intelligent Safety. driver profile are automatically applied. –...
Page 74 It is not possible to use the tailgate via the vehicle key. Doors Depending on the vehicle equipment and Via the Central Information Display (CID): country version, this setting may not be of- "My MINI" fered. "Vehicle settings" Automatic locking "Doors/Key" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "Driver's door"...
Page 75 Depending on local regulations, the vehicle acoustic alarm may be suppressed. Via the Central Information Display (CID): – Visual alarm: By flashing the exterior lighting. "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" Overview "Doors/Key" Deactivate or activate the desired con- firmation signals. –...
Page 76 CONTROLS Opening and closing Panic mode Interior motion sensor You can trigger the alarm system if you find The windows and the glass sunroof must be yourself in a dangerous situation. closed for the system to function properly. – Press the button on the vehicle Avoiding unintentional alarms key and hold for at least 3 sec- onds.
Page 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS using the button on the driver's side or The window opens while the switch is passenger side door. being held. – Press the switch beyond the resist- Power windows ance point. The window opens automatically. Press- ing the switch again stops the motion.
Page 78 CONTROLS Opening and closing Safety information The LED lights up if the safety function is switched on. Warning Malfunction Accessories on the windows such as an- tennas can impact jam protection. There is General information a risk of injury. Do not install accessories in the area of movement of the windows.
Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS The window closes. Tilting the glass sunroof Press back the switch up to or Continue holding the switch pulled beyond the resistance point to the resistance point. and release it. The window opens and closes once or The glass sunroof is raised.
Page 80 Press the switch forward be- be operated to a limited extent. The system yond the resistance point and must be initialized in this case. MINI rec- release it. ommends having this work performed only The glass sunroof is closed.
Page 81: Seats, Mirrors, And Steering Wheel
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Vehicle features and options Warning With a backrest inclined too far to the This chapter describes all standard, country- rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no specific and optional features offered with longer be ensured.
Page 82 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Forward/backward Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be adjusted in a way that it supports the lum- bar region of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture. Pull the lever and slide the seat in the de- sired direction.
Page 83 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Forward/backward Backrest tilt Push switch forward or backward. Move switch forward or backward. Height Lumbar support Concept The curvature of the seat backrest can be adjusted in a way that it supports the lum- bar region of the spine.
Page 84 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Thigh support Switching off Press and hold the button until the LEDs go out. Rear seats Safety information Pull the lever at the front of the seat and ad- Warning just the thigh support. There is a risk of jamming when folding down the center armrest in the rear.
Page 85 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting The two outer safety belt buckles of the rear seat are intended for the persons sitting on the left and right. The center safety belt buckle of the rear seat is intended for the person sitting in the middle.
Page 86 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel occupants are wearing safety belts cor- Insert the tongue plate into the safety rectly. belt buckle. The safety belt buckle must engage audibly. Warning The efficacy of safety gear, including safety belts, may not be fully functional or fail in the following situations: –...
Page 87 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Unbuckling the safety belt – Adjust the head restraint so its center supports the back of the head at as Hold the safety belt firmly. close to eye level as possible. Press the red button in the belt buckle. –...
Page 88 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Rear head restraints Adjusting the height Safety information Warning A missing protective effect due to re- moved or not correctly adjusted head re- straints can cause injuries in the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury. –...
Page 89 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Memory function Adjusting the height Concept The following settings can be stored and, if necessary, retrieved using the memory function: – Seat position. – Exterior mirror position. General information – To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and Different settings can be assigned to two push the head restraint down.
Page 90 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Mirrors Overview Exterior mirrors General information The mirror on the front passenger side is more curved than the driver's side mirror. The current exterior mirror position can be stored using the memory function, refer to page 89.
Page 91 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Adjusting electrically Automatic Curb Monitor, exterior mirror Press the button. The mirror movement follows the Concept button movement. If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on the front passenger side is tilted down- Malfunction ward.
Page 92 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Steering wheel Turn knob Safety information Warning Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of accident. Adjustng the steering wheel while the vehicle is sta- Turn the knob to reduce the blinding effect tionary only.
Page 93: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety- related functions and systems. When using This chapter describes all standard, country- these functions and systems, the applicable specific and optional features offered with laws and regulations must be observed.
Page 94 CONTROLS Transporting children safely activation of front-seat passenger airbags, Safety information refer to page 148. Warning Safety information The protective effect of child restraint sys- tems and their fastening systems which Warning have been damaged or exposed to an acci- Active front-seat passenger airbags can in- dent can be limited or lost.
Page 95 Transporting children safely CONTROLS On the front passenger seat Child seat security Deactivating airbags Warning Active front-seat passenger airbags can in- jure a child in a child restraint system when the airbags are activated. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the front- seat passenger airbags are deactivated and that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indica- The rear safety belts and the front passen-...
Page 96 CONTROLS Transporting children safely manufacturer when installing and using Position LATCH child restraint fixing systems. Symbol Meaning Mounts for the lower LATCH The corresponding symbol anchors shows the mounts for the The lower anchors may be used to attach lower LATCH anchors. the CRS to the vehicle seat up to a com- Seats equipped with lower bined child and CRS weight of 65 lbs/30 kg...
Page 97 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Child restraint systems with tether Routing the retaining strap strap Safety information Warning If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly used for the child restraint system, the protective effect can be reduced. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the upper 1 Direction of travel retaining strap does not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as it passes the...
Page 98 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Locking the doors and win- dows Doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors up. The door can now be opened from the out- side only. Safety switch for the rear Press the button on the driver's door if children are being trans- ported in the rear.
Page 99: Driving
Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and options To save battery power when the engine is off, switch off the ignition and any unneces- sary electronic systems/power consumers. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Ignition off the series.
Page 100 CONTROLS Driving – The low beams switch to parking lights – Shortly before the battery is discharged after some minutes of no use. completely, so that the engine can still be started. Steptronic transmission with a tap-operated selector lever, refer to page 116: when switching off the ignition, the selector lever Starting the engine position P is engaged automatically if the...
Page 101 Driving CONTROLS Engine stop heat. There is a risk of damage to property. Avoid repeated starting in quick succes- sion. Safety information Gasoline engine Warning Depending on the motorization, the full Unattended children or animals in the ve- drive power may not be available for ap- hicle can cause the vehicle to move and proximately 30 seconds after starting the endanger themselves and traffic, for in-...
Page 102 CONTROLS Driving Steptronic transmission Engine stop Switching off the engine Functional requirements The engine is switched off automatically When the vehicle is stationary, apply during a stop under the following condi- the parking brake. tions: Engage selector lever position P. Manual transmission: Press the Start/Stop button.
Page 103 Driving CONTROLS Displays in the instrument cluster – Steptronic transmission: by releasing the brake pedal. The display indicates that the After the engine starts, accelerate as usual. Auto Start/Stop function is ready for an Automatic engine Safety mode start. After the engine switches off automatically, it will not start again automatically if any The display indicates that the one of the following conditions are met:...
Page 104 CONTROLS Driving Intelligent Auto Start/Stop function The engine can only be stopped or started via the Start/Stop button. Depending on the vehicle equipment and – LED goes out: auto Start/Stop function country-specific version, the vehicle fea- is activated. tures a variety of sensors for assessing the traffic situation.
Page 105 Driving CONTROLS Parking brake Overview Concept The parking brake is used to prevent the ve- hicle from rolling when it is parked. Safety information Warning An unsecured vehicle can begin to move Parking brake and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident.
Page 106 CONTROLS Driving If the vehicle is decelerated to a complete Malfunction stop, the parking brake is engaged. If the parking brake fails or malfunctions, secure the vehicle against rolling before ex- Releasing iting. A Check Control message is displayed. Releasing manually Secure the vehicle against rolling away, for Switch on the ignition.
Page 107 – High beams on, arrow 1. Via the Central Information Display (CID): The high beams light up when the low beams are switched on. "My MINI" – High beams off/headlight flasher, ar- "Vehicle settings" row 2. "Lighting" "Exterior lighting"...
Page 108 CONTROLS Driving Defrost the windshield prior to switching The lever automatically returns to its in- the wipers on. itial position when released. Interval mode or rain sensor Switching on Concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the in- tensity of the rainfall.
Page 109 Driving CONTROLS Deactivating NOTICE Press the lever back into the standard posi- tion. When the washer fluid reservoir is empty, the wash pump cannot work as intended. Setting the frequency or sensitivity of There is a risk of damage to property. Do not use the washer system when the the rain sensor washer fluid reservoir is empty.
Page 110 CONTROLS Driving – Resting position of the wiper, posi- tion 0. NOTICE – Intermittent mode, arrow 1. When re- If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, verse gear is engaged, the system the wiper blades can be torn off and the switches to continuous operation.
Page 111 Driving CONTROLS Switching on Push wiper lever down. Wipers return to their resting position and are ready again for operation. Canada: wiper system General information Do not use the wipers if the windshield is dry, as this may damage the wiper blades or cause them to become worn more quickly.
Page 112 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 in- tensity of the rainfall. General information The sensor is located on the windshield, di- rectly in front of the interior mirror.
Page 113 Driving CONTROLS Cleaning the windshield – In resting position: turn the switch downward, arrow 3. The switch auto- matically returns to its idle position when released. – In intermittent mode: turn the switch further, arrow 2. The switch automati- cally returns to its interval position when released.
Page 114 CONTROLS Driving Washer fluid Folding away the wipers Switch the ignition on and off again. General information Press the wiper lever up past the point of resistance and hold it for approx. All washer nozzles are supplied from one 3 seconds, until the wipers remain in a reservoir.
Page 115 Driving CONTROLS Manual transmission NOTICE Silicon-containing additives in the washer Safety information fluid for the water-repelling effect on the windows can lead to damage to the wash- ing system. There is a risk of damage to Warning property. Do not add silicon-containing ad- An unsecured vehicle can begin to move ditives to the washer fluid.
Page 116 CONTROLS Driving Shifting In order to ensure that the vehicle is se- cured against rolling away, follow the fol- lowing: General information – Set the parking brake. Depending on the engine installation, the engine speed during a shifting operation is –...
Page 117 Driving CONTROLS Transmission with a tap-operated The transmission blocks the drive wheels in selector lever position P. selector lever Engage selector lever position P only when the vehicle is stationary. Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that selector lever position P is set. Otherwise, the vehicle may begin to move.
Page 118 CONTROLS Driving Engaging selector lever position D, N, Engaging selector lever positions: R, or P with a tap-operated selector lever With the vehicle stationary, depress the General information brake pedal before shifting out of selector lever position P or N; otherwise, the shift To prevent the vehicle from creeping after block will not be deactivated and the shift you select a drive mode, maintain pressure...
Page 119 Driving CONTROLS if needed. The selector lever automati- If there is a malfunction, you may not be cally returns to the center position when able to change the selector lever position. released. Manually unlock the transmission lock, if needed, refer to page 122. Engaging selector lever position N: with a tap-operated selector lever Start the engine while pressing on the...
Page 120 Avoiding automatic upshifting Once a particular engine speed is attained, M/S manual mode is automatically up- shifted as needed. MINI John Cooper Works: once particular engine speeds are attained, upshifting is not Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 121 Driving CONTROLS automatically performed in M/S manual After conservative driving in manual mode mode. without acceleration or shifting via the shift paddles for a certain amount of time, the For vehicles with Steptronic Sport transmis- transmission switches back to automatic sion, automatic shift operations are not per- mode.
Page 122 CONTROLS Driving Displays in the instrument cluster the yellow release lever downward, see arrow. The selector lever position is displayed, for example P. Releasing the transmission lock manually: with a latching selector lever If the selector lever is locked in selector lever position P despite the ignition being Press the button on the front of the se- switched on, the brake pedal being de-...
Page 123 Start with launch control While the engine is running: Press button and select SPORT with the MINI Driving Modes switch. The instrument cluster displays TRAC- Release the selector lever. TION in combination with SPORT. The Release brake, as soon as the starter DSC OFF indicator light lights up.
Page 124: Displays
CONTROLS Displays Displays Vehicle features and options instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety- related functions and systems. When using This chapter describes all standard, country- these functions and systems, the applicable specific and optional features offered with laws and regulations must be observed.
Page 125 1 Driver assistance systems Onboard Computer Messages, for instance Check Control 2 Selector lever position Time Gear shift indicator External temperature 3 MINI Driving Modes switch sta- Selection lists Total miles/trip odometer Check Control Indicator/warning lights General information Concept The indicator/warning lights can light up in The Check Control system monitors func- a variety of combinations and colors.
Page 126 CONTROLS Displays Red lights Indicator light flashes: acute warning of the imminent danger of a collision when the ve- hicle approaches another vehicle at a rela- Safety belt reminder tively high differential speed. Indicator light flashes or is illumi- Intervene by braking or make an evasive nated: safety belt on the driver or maneuver.
Page 127 Displays CONTROLS or another qualified service center or repair – Interference caused by systems or devi- shop. ces with the same radio frequency: after leaving the area of the interference, the system automatically becomes active DSC Dynamic Stability Control again. The indicator light flashes: DSC con- –...
Page 128 The system is switched on. It main- Via the Central Information Display (CID): tains the speed that was set using the control elements on the steering "My MINI" wheel. "Vehicle status" "Check Control" Blue lights Select the SMS text message.
Page 129 Depending on the Check Control message, further help can be selected. Odometer and trip odometer Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" Concept "Vehicle status" The total mileage driven and the mileage "Check Control"...
Page 130 CONTROLS Displays External temperature Date General information The date is displayed in the in- strument cluster. If the indicator drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃, a sig- The date can be set via the nal sounds. Central Information Display A Check Control message is displayed. (CID).
Page 131 Displaying the cruising range ing distance or time to the next scheduled maintenance. Via the Central Information Display (CID): A service advisor can read out the current "My MINI" service requirements from your vehicle key. "System settings" Display "Displays" "Instrument panel"...
Page 132 CONTROLS Displays Via the Central Information Display (CID): Manual transmission: displaying "My MINI" Example Description "Vehicle status" Efficient gear is set. "Service required" "Vehicle inspection" Shift into efficient gear. "Date:" Select the desired setting. Automatic Service Request Steptronic transmission: displaying...
Page 133 Displays CONTROLS tions due to entering or exiting towns, high- way signs, etc. are not displayed. Speed lim- its with extra text characters are always displayed. Safety information Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute Press button on the turn signal lever several for the driver’s personal judgment in as- times, if needed.
Page 134 CONTROLS Displays – In the event of incorrect detection by Display the camera. – When passing buses or trucks with a speed sticker. – If the traffic signs are non-conforming. – When signs that are valid for a parallel road are detected. –...
Page 135 Resetting average values can select what information from the On- board Computer can be displayed on the Info Display of the instrument cluster. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "System settings" "Displays" "Instrument panel" Select the desired setting.
Page 136 Via the Central Information Display (CID): To check the coolant level, refer to "My MINI" page 296. "Driving information" Display "Onboard info" or "Trip computer" Resetting the Onboard Computer Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI"...
Page 137 "My MINI" "Technology in action" "Vehicle settings" "Sport displays" "Speed warning" "Sports instruments" "Speed warning" Via MINI Driving Modes switch: Setting your current speed as the Activate SPORT. speed warning "Sport displays" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "Sports instruments"...
Page 138 CONTROLS Displays LED ring on the central in- Switching on/off LED ring strument cluster Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" Concept "System settings" The LED ring displays light animations to "Displays" represent specific functions. "Center Instrument" Basic displays "Center Instrument"...
Page 139 Vehicle status General information The status can be displayed and actions per- formed for several systems. Opening the vehicle status Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle status" Information at a glance Symbols Description "Flat Tire Monitor": status of the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 154.
Page 140: Lights
CONTROLS Lights Lights Vehicle features and options Symbol Function Parking lights. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are Low beams. not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 141 2 seconds. Setting the duration Via the Central Information Display (CID): Switching off "My MINI" Briefly press the lever to the resistance "Vehicle settings" point in the opposite direction. "Lighting"...
Page 142 In some countries, daytime running lights are mandatory, so it may not be possible to deactivate the daytime running lights. High-beam Assistant Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" Concept "Vehicle settings" The high-beam Assistant detects other traf- "Lighting"...
Page 143 Lights CONTROLS The system responds to light from oncom- The system is not fully functional in the fol- ing traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, lowing situations, and driver intervention and to ambient lighting, for instance in may be necessary: towns and cities.
Page 144 CONTROLS Lights When the high beams or headlight flasher Overview are activated, the front fog lights are not switched on. Instrument lighting Functional requirement The parking lights or low beams must be switched on to adjust the brightness. 1 Interior lights Adjusting 2 Reading lights Adjust the brightness with the...
Page 145 Depending on the equipment, the bright- ness of the ambient light can be adjusted via the thumbwheel for the instrument lighting or on the Control Display. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" "Lighting" "Interior lighting" "Brightness"...
Page 146: Safety
CONTROLS Safety Safety Vehicle features and options instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety- related functions and systems. When using This chapter describes all standard, country- these functions and systems, the applicable specific and optional features offered with laws and regulations must be observed.
Page 147 Safety CONTROLS Head airbag feet and legs in the floor area and does not support them on the dashboard. In the event of a side impact, the head air- – Make sure that occupants keep their bag protects the head. heads away from the side airbag.
Page 148 CONTROLS Safety tact MINI Customer Relations for further in- Automatic deactivation of the formation. front-seat passenger airbags Warnings and information on the airbags are also found on the sun visors. Concept The system reads if the front passenger seat Functional readiness of the airbag...
Page 149 Safety CONTROLS To enable correct recognition of the occu- Detected child restraint systems pied seat cushion. The system generally detects children – Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats seated in a child restraint system, particu- or other items to the front passenger larly in child restraint systems required by seat unless they are specifically deter- NHTSA at the point in time when the vehi-...
Page 150 If the message does not disappear after a re- tem is active. peat calibration, have the system checked Via the Central Information Display (CID): as soon as possible. "My MINI" "Vehicle status" Tire Pressure Monitor TPM "Tire Pressure Monitor" The current status is displayed.
Page 151 Safety CONTROLS You may interrupt this trip at any time. Symbol Possible cause When you continue the reset resumes auto- The system has detected a matically. wheel change, but no reset was done. Messages No reset was performed for the system.
Page 152 CONTROLS Safety To do this, check the tire inflation pres- At the next opportunity, for instance gas sure in all four tires, for instance using station, check and correct the tire infla- the tire pressure gage of a flat tire kit. tion pressure in all four tires, if neces- sary.
Page 153 Safety CONTROLS Continued driving with a flat tire Reduce speed and stop; otherwise, pieces of the tire could come loose and cause an acci- If continuing to drive with a damaged tire: dent. Avoid sudden braking and steering ma- Do not continue driving. Contact a dealer’s neuvers.
Page 154 CONTROLS Safety service center or another qualified serv- pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been ice center or repair shop as needed. equipped with a TPMS malfunction indica- tor to indicate when the system is not oper- – Malfunction: have system checked by a ating properly.
Page 155 Stability Control is switched on, if needed. RPA is active. Via the Central Information Display (CID): Safety information "My MINI" Warning "Vehicle status" A damaged regular tire with low or miss- "Flat Tire Monitor"...
Page 156 CONTROLS Safety Measure Run-flat tires Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Safety information Avoid sudden braking and steering ma- neuvers. Warning Check whether the vehicle is fitted with normal tires or run-flat tires. Your vehicle handles differently with a run-flat tire with no or low inflation pres- Run-flat tires, refer to page 277, are la- sure;...
Page 157 Safety CONTROLS the distance for which it may be safe to – When driving with snow chains. drive may be up to 50 miles/80 km. Intelligent Safety Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle differently, potentially leading to Concept conditions such as the following: Intelligent Safety enables central operation...
Page 158 CONTROLS Safety Press button again: Warning – All Intelligent Safety systems are switched on. Due to system limits, individual functions can malfunction during tow-starting/ – The LED lights up green. towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a risk of accident. Hold down button: Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off –...
Page 159 Safety CONTROLS Braking is performed at speeds up to ap- proximately 35 mph/60 km/h. Warning Due to system limits, individual functions Detection range can malfunction during tow-starting/ towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
Page 160 The warning time can be set via the Central there is an acute warning. If necessary, the Information Display (CID). driver is assisted by a minor automatic braking intervention in a possible risk of "My MINI" collision. "Vehicle settings" Acute warnings may be provided even when "Intelligent Safety"...
Page 161 Safety CONTROLS Brake Assistant function, you must apply The following situations may not be de- the brakes quickly and forcefully. If there is tected, for example: a risk of collision, the system may assist – Slow moving vehicles when you ap- with braking.
Page 162 CONTROLS Safety Daytime pedestrian collision within the extended area only if they are moving in the direction of the central area. mitigation Safety information Concept The system may prevent some accidents Warning with pedestrians. The system cannot serve as a substitute When driving at city speeds, the system for the driver’s personal judgment in as- will issue a warning if there is imminent...
Page 163 Safety CONTROLS Overview switched off according to their respective settings. Button in the vehicle – LED lights up orange or goes out respec- tive to their individual settings. Adjust the settings as needed. The individ- ual settings are stored for the driver profile currently in use.
Page 164 CONTROLS Safety The braking intervention occurs only if ve- – Pedestrians having a body size less than hicle stability has not been restricted, 32 in/80 cm. for instance by deactivating the DSC Dy- namic Stability Control. Functional limitations The driver may interrupt the braking inter- The system may not be fully functional or vention function by stepping on the acceler- may not be available in the following situa-...
Page 165 Safety CONTROLS General information Interrupting automatic braking It can be necessary to interrupt automatic braking in certain situations, for instance for an evasive maneuver. Interrupt automatic braking: – By pressing the brake pedal. – By pressing the accelerator pedal. – During normal brake application, the brake lights light up.
Page 166: Driving Stability Control Systems
CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options DSC Dynamic Stability Control Concept This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Within the physical limits, the system helps the series. It also describes features that are to keep the vehicle on a steady course by not necessarily available in your vehicle, for reducing engine speed and by applying...
Page 167 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS may be a risk of accident or risk of damage Automatic activation to property. Do not deactivate DSC Dy- When DSC is deactivated, automatic activa- namic Stability Control when driving with tion occurs in the following situations: roof load.
Page 168 MINI Driving Modes switch Performance Control enhances the agility of Concept the vehicle. The MINI Driving Modes switch helps to To increase maneuverability, wheels are fine-tune the vehicle's settings and features. braked individually when a sporty driving Choose between three different programs.
Page 169 Drive-off assistant Activating SPORT Concept Press the MINI Driving Modes switch up- This system supports driving off on uphill ward until SPORT is displayed in the instru- grades. The parking brake is not required. ment cluster.
Page 170 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Driving off with the drive-off assistant Hold the vehicle in place with the foot brake. Release the foot brake and drive off without delay. After the foot brake is released, the vehicle is held in place for approx. 2 seconds. Servotronic Servotronic is a speed-dependent power steering function.
Page 171: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and options General information A camera on the interior mirror is used to detect vehicles driving ahead. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Depending on the settings, the characteris- the series.
Page 172 CONTROLS Driving comfort – When fast approaching standing ve- Button Function hicles. Increase speed, refer to There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. page 173. Watch traffic closely and actively inter- vene where appropriate. Reduce speed, refer to page 173. Buttons are arranged according to vehicle's Warning series, optional features and country speci-...
Page 173 Driving comfort CONTROLS Switching on/off and interrupting – When the driver applies the brakes. cruise control – Manual transmission: when the clutch pedal is depressed for a few seconds or released while a gear is not engaged. Switching on – If selector lever position N is set.
Page 174 CONTROLS Driving comfort Changing the speed Increase the distance button: press until the desired Press the button repeatedly until speed is set. the desired distance is set. If active, the displayed speed is stored and The set distance is briefly displayed the vehicle reaches the stored speed when in the left part of the instrument the road is clear.
Page 175 Driving comfort CONTROLS just the desired speed to the traffic condi- Distance display tions and brake as needed. Distance 1 Switching distance control off Distance 2 Distance control can be switched off and on when driving with cruise control activated. Press and hold this button.
Page 176 CONTROLS Driving comfort Symbol flashes red and a signal – Unlit vehicles or vehicles with nonwork- sounds: ing lighting at night. Brake and make an evasive maneu- Swerving vehicles ver, if necessary. The system has been interrupted or distance control is temporarily sup- pressed because the accelerator pedal is being pressed;...
Page 177 Driving comfort CONTROLS Cornering Examples of unfavorable weather or light conditions: – Wet conditions. – Snowfall. – Slush. – Fog. – Glare. Drive attentively, and react to the current traffic situation. If necessary, intervene ac- tively, for instance by braking, steering or If the desired speed is too high for a curve, evading.
Page 178 CONTROLS Driving comfort Cruise control There may be a risk of accident or risk of damage to property. Only use the system if driving at constant speed is possible. Concept Using this system, a desired speed can be Overview adjusted using the buttons on the steering wheel.
Page 179 Driving comfort CONTROLS Switching off Press the button. Press the button on the steering wheel. Changing the speed The displays go out. The stored desired button: press until the desired speed is deleted. speed is set. If active, the displayed speed is stored and Interrupting manually the vehicle reaches the stored speed when the road is clear.
Page 180 CONTROLS Driving comfort Displays in the instrument cluster General information The ultrasound sensors for measuring the Indicator light distances are located in the bumpers. Depending on how the vehicle is The delete range, depending on obstacles equipped, the indicator light in the and environmental conditions, is approx.
Page 181 Overview With front PDC: automatic activation on ob- stacle detection can be switched off. Via the Central Information Display (CID): With front PDC: button in vehicle "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" "Parking" "Automatic PDC activation": depending on the vehicle equipment. "Automatic PDC activation"...
Page 182 Ac- the entertainment volume can be adjusted. tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the information in this Owner’s Manual re- "My MINI" garding the scope of the system’s opera- "System settings" tion and limitations.
Page 183 Driving comfort CONTROLS – With objects with a fine surface struc- Red symbol is displayed, and the ture such as fences. range of the sensors is dimmed on the Control Display. – For objects with porous surfaces. – Low objects already displayed, for in- PDC has failed.
Page 184 CONTROLS Driving comfort Park assistance button Switching the view via the Central Information Display (CID) If the rearview camera view is not dis- Camera played, change the view via the Central In- formation Display (CID): "Rear view camera" The rearview camera image is displayed. Display on the Control Display Functional requirement –...
Page 185 Driving comfort CONTROLS Pathway lines Obstacle marking Pathway lines can be superimposed on the Depending on the vehicle equipment, obsta- image of the rearview camera. cle markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera. Pathway lines help you to estimate the space required when parking and maneu- The colored thresholds of the obstacle mark- vering on level roads.
Page 186 CONTROLS Driving comfort fore, do not estimate the distance from the Turn the steering wheel to the point objects on the display. where the pathway line covers the cor- responding turning radius line. Parking assistant Concept Display settings Brightness With the rearview camera switched on: This system assists the driver in parking parallel to the road.
Page 187 – Gaps behind an object that has a min. length of 5 ft/1.5 m. – Gap between two objects with a mini- mum length of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m. Park assistance button – Min. length of gap between two objects: your vehicle's length plus approx.
Page 188 CONTROLS Driving comfort – The parking brake is released. Parking space search and system status – When parking in parking spaces on the driver's side, the corresponding turn sig- nal must be switched on. Switching on and activating Switching on with the button Press the park assistance button.
Page 189 Driving comfort CONTROLS and at a distance of maximum Resuming 5 ft/1.5 m. An interrupted parking procedure can be The status of the parking space search continued, if needed. and possible parking spaces are dis- Reactivate the parking assistant, refer to played on the display, refer to page 188.
Page 190 CONTROLS Driving comfort – With accumulations of leaves/snow in Tire size the parking space. The parking position may vary depending – With a mounted emergency wheel. on the tire size. – With ditches or edges, for instance an Malfunction edge of a port. A Check Control message is displayed.
Page 191: Climate Control
Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and options – Emission tested passenger compart- ment. – Microfilter. This chapter describes all standard, country- – Air conditioning system to control the specific and optional features offered with temperature, air flow and recirculated- the series.
Page 192 CONTROLS Climate control 3 Temperature 7 Rear window defroster 4 Seat heating, right 8 Windshield defroster 5 Air conditioning 9 Seat heating, left 6 Recirculated-air mode Climate control functions in detail Switching on/off Press the button. Switching the system on/off The LED is illuminated with air con- ditioning switched on.
Page 193 Climate control CONTROLS If the windows fog over, switch off recircu- To defrost windows and remove lated-air mode and increase the air flow, if condensation needed. Make the following settings to defrost the windows and remove condensation: Controlling the air flow manually –...
Page 194 CONTROLS Climate control Automatic climate control 1 Temperature, left 9 Maximum cooling 2 Display 10 Air conditioning 3 Air flow, AUTO intensity 11 Recirculated-air mode 4 AUTO program 12 Rear window defroster 5 Air distribution, manual 13 Windshield defroster 6 Display 14 To defrost windows and remove conden- sation 7 Temperature, right...
Page 195 Climate control CONTROLS necessary by using the maximum cooling or Maximum cooling heating power, and then keeps it constant. Concept Adjusting The system is set to the lowest temperature, maximum air flow and recirculated-air Turn the wheel to set the de- mode.
Page 196 CONTROLS Climate control air is directed to the windshield, side win- porarily suspending the supply of outside dows, upper body, and into the floor area. air. The system then recirculates the air flow within the vehicle. Point the side vents toward the side win- dows.
Page 197 Climate control CONTROLS The manually adjusted air flow is displayed The air flow can be adjusted with the pro- via illuminated LED segments. gram active. The air flow of the automatic climate con- If there is window condensation, switch on trol may be reduced automatically to save the air conditioning too.
Page 198 Switching on/off directly – Lever for changing the air flow direc- Via the Central Information Display (CID): tion, arrow 1. "My MINI" – Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the vents, arrow 2. "Vehicle settings" If necessary, "Climate functions"...
Page 199 CONTROLS The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes if the system is switched on. Preselecting the activation time Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" If necessary, "Climate functions" "Comfort ventilation" Select the desired activation time.
Page 200: Interior Equipment
CONTROLS Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- Warning specific and optional features offered with The operation of remote-controlled sys- the series. It also describes features that are tems with the integrated universal remote not necessarily available in your vehicle, for control, such as the garage door, may re- instance, due to the selected options or...
Page 201 Interior equipment CONTROLS Overview down the interior mirror button and re- peatedly press and release the hand-held transmitter button for 2 seconds. 6. – The LED lights up green: program- ming completed. Release the button. – The LED flashes fast: programming is not complete.
Page 202 CONTROLS Interior equipment Synchronizing the universal remote control – The LED flashes fast: the hand-held with the system: transmitter was detected but pro- gramming is not complete. Park the vehicle within range of the re- Press the button on the interior mir- mote-controlled system.
Page 203 Interior equipment CONTROLS Deleting stored functions Mirror display All stored functions will be deleted. The The point of the compass is displayed in the functions cannot be deleted individually. mirror when driving straight. Press and hold the two outer buttons on the Operating concept interior mirror simultaneously for approxi- mately 10 seconds until the LED on the in-...
Page 204 CONTROLS Interior equipment World map with magnetic zones Procedure Procedure Press and hold the control button for ap- Make sure that there are no large metal- prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the lic objects or overhead power lines near set compass zone appears in the mirror.
Page 205 Interior equipment CONTROLS control button again to switch between Cigarette lighter English "E" and German "O". Safety information Settings are stored automatically after ap- proximately 10 seconds. Warning Contact with the hot heating element or Sun visor the hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause burns.
Page 206 CONTROLS Interior equipment Do not damage the socket by using non- In the center console compatible connectors. Safety information Warning Devices and cables in the unfolding area of the airbags, such as portable navigation devices, can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or be thrown around in the car's in- terior during unfolding.
Page 207 Interior equipment CONTROLS In the front center console The USB interface is located in the front of the center console. Properties: – USB port Type A. – For charging mobile devices and for data transfer. – Charge current: max. 1.5 A. In the rear center console One USB dual charge socket is located in the rear center console.
Page 208: Storage Compartments
CONTROLS Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle features and options – Glove compartment on the front passen- ger side. – Compartments in the doors. This chapter describes all standard, country- – Storage compartment in the center arm- specific and optional features offered with rest.
Page 209 Storage compartments CONTROLS Center armrest Opening General information The center armrest contains a storage com- partment. Opening Pull the handle. The light in the glove compartment switches on. Closing Fold up the cover. Press button, arrow 1, and open center arm- rest upward, arrow 2.
Page 210 CONTROLS Storage compartments containers. Do not transport hot bever- Safety information ages. NOTICE Front With an open cup holder, the center arm- rest cannot be folded back up. There is a risk of damage to property. Press back the covers before the center armrest is folded Clothes hooks General information In the center console.
Page 211: Cargo Area
Cargo area CONTROLS Cargo area Vehicle features and options a cable connection to the vehicle in the car's interior. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Warning the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for Improperly stowed objects can shift and be thrown into the car's interior, for in-...
Page 212 CONTROLS Cargo area luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1,400 - – Do not stack cargo above the top edge of 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) the backrests. Determine the combined weight of lug- gage and cargo being loaded on the ve- Lashing eyes in the cargo area hicle.
Page 213 Cargo area CONTROLS Removing bags, from the multi-function hooks. Only transport heavy luggage in the cargo area For storing bulky objects the cargo cover if it has been appropriately secured. can be removed. Detach the left and right retaining straps at the tailgate. Pull the cargo cover out of the brackets on the left and right.
Page 214 CONTROLS Cargo area Safety information Warning Body parts can be jammed when moving Warning the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Danger of jamming with folding down the Make sure that the area of movement is backrests. There is a risk of injury or risk clear when moving the head restraint.
Page 215 Cargo area CONTROLS Variable cargo area floor Set the loading position of the rear seat backrest as required. Engage the rear seat backrest. Concept With the variable cargo area floor, the cargo Folding back the backrest area can be configured corresponding to Without a cargo position: transport requirements.
Page 216 – Do not use the variable cargo floor When the MINI Picnic Bench is not in use, panel to separate the cargo area and fold it together to prevent soiling and dam- car's interior in the sense of a parti- age.
Page 217 Overview The MINI Picnic Bench is located on the un- derside of the cargo area floor. Fold the rear part of the cargo area floor downward.
Page 218 Folding up Fold rear part of the cargo floor panel up- ward. The MINI Picnic Bench swings against the underside of the cargo area floor and is fas- tened there with magnets. Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
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Page 221: Driving Tips
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving ..........Saving fuel ....................Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 222: Things To Remember When Driving
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Engine, transmission, and axle drive This chapter describes all standard, country- Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are Do not exceed the maximum engine and not necessarily available in your vehicle, for road speed:...
Page 223 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS above have to be renewed in the course of sure that no combustible materials can the vehicle's operating life. come in contact with hot vehicle parts in driving operation, idle or during parking. Do not touch the hot exhaust gas system.
Page 224 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Safety information securely fastened again after they were re- moved, for instance for cleaning. NOTICE Driving in wet conditions When driving too quickly through too deep water, water can enter into the en- When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy gine compartment, the electrical system or rain, gently press the brake pedal every few...
Page 225 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS to drive in idle state or with the engine Roof racks are available as special accesso- switched off. ries. Securing Brake disc corrosion Follow the installation instructions of the Corrosion on the brake discs and contami- roof rack.
Page 226 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Driving on racetracks Safety information Higher mechanical and thermal loads during NOTICE racetrack operation lead to increased wear. Objects in unpaved areas, for instance This wear is not covered by the warranty. stones or branches, can damage the vehi- The vehicle is not designed for use in motor cle.
Page 227: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and options Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aerodynamics and increase the fuel con- sumption. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are Close the windows and glass not necessarily available in your vehicle, for sunroof...
Page 228 MINI recommends that mainte- The flow of fuel is interrupted while coast- nance work be performed by a MINI service ing. center. Also note the MINI maintenance systems, Switch off the engine during refer to page 298.
Page 229 231. Select the desired speed. Activating GREEN Mode GREEN climate control Press the MINI Driving Modes Climate control is set to be efficient. switch downward until By making a slight change to the set tem- GREEN is displayed in the in- perature, or adjusting the rate of heating or strument cluster.
Page 230 Green display: efficient driving style. cluster using the Central Information Dis- – Gray display: modify driving style, for play (CID): instance by backing off the accelerator "My MINI" pedal. "System settings" Efficiency display "Displays" A bar display in the instru- "Instrument panel"...
Page 231 Coasting is automatically activated when and the mark appears at the the GREEN driving mode is called via the zero point. The tachometer MINI Driving Modes switch, refer to shows the idle speed. page 168. A proactive driving style helps the driver to...
Page 232 DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel – The battery charge state is temporarily too low. – The vehicle electrical system is drawing excessive current. Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
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Page 235 ENTERTAINMENT General information ................Tone ......................Radio ......................Audio ......................Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 236: General Information
ENTERTAINMENT General information General information Vehicle features and options Sound output Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are Warning not necessarily available in your vehicle, for A high sound output volume can damage instance, due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 237 General information ENTERTAINMENT Press the button again to select an entertainment source. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "Media/Radio" A list of all possible entertainment sour- ces is displayed. Select the desired entertainment source. Via the button on the Controller: Press the button.
Page 238: Tone
ENTERTAINMENT Tone Tone Vehicle features and options Volume equalization Concept This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with An automatic increase of the volume can be the series. It also describes features that are set to compensate for the increasing driving not necessarily available in your vehicle, for noises at higher speeds.
Page 239 Tone ENTERTAINMENT Reset the tone settings The tone settings are reset to the factory settings. "Media/Radio" "Tone" "Reset" Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 240: Radio
ENTERTAINMENT Radio Radio Vehicle features and options Press the button. "RDS" This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Selecting a station the series. It also describes features that are "Media/Radio" not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or "FM"...
Page 241 Radio ENTERTAINMENT Storing a station that is not being Additional station information played Concept "Media/Radio" If a radio station broadcasts radio text or "FM" or "AM" radio text plus, this information can be dis- Highlight the desired station. played, for instance the track or performer of the music.
Page 242 ENTERTAINMENT Radio several seconds. The duration of the inter- Managing a subscription ruption depends on the reception. General information Activating/deactivating digital radio In order to enable or unsubscribe from reception channels, you must have reception. It is "Media/Radio" usually at its best when you have an unob- structed view of the sky.
Page 243 Radio ENTERTAINMENT A symbol on the highlighted channel indi- Select the desired channel from the cates whether the channel has already been channel list. stored. To display information about the selected channel: Symbol Meaning Highlight a channel. Channel is not stored. Channel is already stored.
Page 244 ENTERTAINMENT Radio Timeshift menu Move the Controller to the left. "Category" Symbol Function Select the desired category. Go to the live broadcast. The subscribed channels from this cate- gory are displayed. Automatic timeshift deacti- vated/activated. Select the desired channel. Playback/pause. Timeshift Automatic timeshift General information...
Page 245 Radio ENTERTAINMENT Removing the current channel from Symbol Meaning Smart Favorites Artist/track is not stored. Press the button. Artist/track was already stored. "Remove from Smart Favorites" Storing the league or team Selecting Smart Favorite "Media/Radio" "Media/Radio" "Satellite radio" "Satellite radio" Move the Controller to the left.
Page 246 ENTERTAINMENT Radio "Favorite alert" "Configure jump" Select the symbol while the message is Select the desired region. shown. Activating/deactivating Traffic Jump The displayed favorite is played. You must have reception in order to acti- When the message disappears, the list of vate or deactivate.
Page 247 Radio ENTERTAINMENT – Graphical contents can be received un- der certain circumstances. – The signal may not be available in tun- nels or underground garages next to tall buildings or near trees, mountains or other powerful sources of radio interfer- ence.
Page 248: Audio
ENTERTAINMENT Audio Audio Vehicle features and options Audio player and storage media with USB port This chapter describes all standard, country- Information on all music tracks, for instance specific and optional features offered with artist, genre or track, as well as playback the series.
Page 249 Audio ENTERTAINMENT – The volume of the sound output depends For USB and Bluetooth devices, the selected on the device. If necessary, adjust the playback list is displayed. This can be the volume on the device. result of a search or of a previously stored playback list.
Page 250 ENTERTAINMENT Audio Searching for track information Tracks where the selected search criterion is not stored are summarized under "un- The following search criteria refer to the known". Tracks without track information data stored in the track information. can only be found via the directory struc- Move the Controller to the left.
Page 251 Audio ENTERTAINMENT Search directory structure It is possible to search the USB storage de- vices via the directory structure. The names of folders and tracks correspond to folder and file names. The folder and file names can deviate from the names in the track information.
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Page 253: Communication
COMMUNICATION Telephone ....................MINI Connected ..................Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 254: Telephone
COMMUNICATION Telephone Telephone Vehicle features and options devices when the traffic situation allows. As warranted, stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are Incoming call not necessarily available in your vehicle, for If the number of the caller is stored in the...
Page 255 The setting is stored for the driver profile DTMF code is needed for this purpose. currently used. "Keypad dialing" Automatic volume equalization Enter DTMF code. "My MINI" "System settings" Calls with multiple parties "Tone" General information "Volume settings" You can switch between calls or connect "Microphone"...
Page 256 COMMUNICATION Telephone Establishing a second call If the system does not switch over automat- ically, follow the instructions on the display An additional call can be established while a of the mobile phone. Refer also to the own- call is active. er's manual of the mobile phone.
Page 257 Telephone COMMUNICATION Quick search in lists bol can be displayed on the Control Display, in the instrument cluster or on the Head-up Quick search is available starting from Display. 30 contacts. All letters, for which there are entries, are displayed in alphabetical order on the left of the Control Display.
Page 258: Mini Connected
Using a manually initiated Service Request, data on the vehicle's service requirements For further information on the available is directly sent by MINI to the service cen- services, the vehicle manufacturer recom- Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 259 Transmits technical data that is evaluated for the ongoing development of MINI prod- General information ucts from the vehicle to MINI in regular in- tervals, if needed. To use Service Partner management in the vehicle, log in with the MINI Connected ac-...
Page 260 The service center that is currently as- signed to the vehicle is displayed as a con- tact in the vehicle. "MINI Connected" or "Communication" "MINI Assist" "Your service center" or select service partner management if necessary.
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Page 263: Mobility
MOBILITY Refueling ....................Fuel ......................Wheels and tires ..................Engine compartment ................Engine oil ....................Coolant ...................... Maintenance ................... Replacing components ................. Breakdown assistance ................Care ......................Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 264: Refueling
MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Fuel cap Opening This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with To open the fuel filler flap, press on the the series. It also describes features that are rear edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap not necessarily available in your vehicle, for opens.
Page 265 Refueling MOBILITY Closing Safety information Warning NOTICE The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling jammed and crushed during closing. The of the fuel tank can damage the fuel sys- cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel tem.
Page 266: Fuel
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as NOTICE containing metal must not be used. Fuel that does not comply with the mini- Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of mum quality can compromise engine func- 25 %, i. e. E10 or E25, may be used for refu- tion or cause engine damage.
Page 267 Failure to comply with these recommenda- tions may result in the need for unsched- uled maintenance. Recommended fuel grade MINI recommends AKI 91. John Cooper Works: MINI recommends AKI 93. Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated performance and consumption values.
Page 268: Wheels And Tires
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options Tire inflation pressure specifications This chapter describes all standard, country- In the tire inflation pressure table specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are The tire inflation pressure table, refer to not necessarily available in your vehicle, for page 270, contains all tire inflation pres-...
Page 269 Wheels and tires MOBILITY – If the vehicle has not moved again for at least 2 hours after a trip. Determine the intended tire inflation pressure levels for the mounted tires. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four tires, using a pressure gage, for ex- ample.
Page 270 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire pressure values up to Tire size Pressure specifica- tions in bar/PSI 100 mph/160 km/h 225/45 R 19 92 2.4 / 35 2.4 / 35 COOPER, COOPER ALL4 225/45 R 19 96 Tire size Pressure specifica- W XL tions in bar/PSI 225/45 R 19 96...
Page 271 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressures at max. Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h 225/45 R 19 2.4 / 35 2.4 / 35 96 Y XL Warning 205/60 R 17 In order to drive at maximum speeds in ex- 93 H M+S cess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please ob- 205/55 R 18...
Page 272 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values over Tire size Pressure specifica- tions in bar/PSI 100 mph/160 km/h 225/45 R 19 92 2.6 / 38 2.6 / 38 COOPER, COOPER ALL4 225/45 R 19 96 Tire size Pressure specifica- W XL tions in bar/PSI 225/45 R 19 96...
Page 273 Wheels and tires MOBILITY 84: load rating, not for ZR tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI V: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires 225/45 R 19 2.8 / 41 2.8 / 41 Maximum tire load 92 W Maximum tire load is the maximum permis- 225/45 R 19 sible weight for which the tire is approved.
Page 274 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire age Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, Recommendation are AA, A, B, and C. Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at Those grades represent the tire's ability to least every 6 years. stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified govern- Manufacture date...
Page 275 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire damage RSC – Run-flat tires Run-flat tires, refer to page 277, are labeled with a circular symbol containing the let- General information ters RSC marked on the sidewall. Inspect your tires regularly for damage, for- eign objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
Page 276 MOBILITY Wheels and tires center or repair shop. Have vehicle towed hicle strongly suggests that you use or transported as needed. Do not repair wheels and tires that have been recom- damaged tires, but have them replaced. mended by the vehicle manufacturer for your vehicle type.
Page 277 Wheels and tires MOBILITY new; they achieve their full traction poten- Rotating wheels between axles tial after a break-in time. Different wear patterns can occur on the Drive conservatively for the first front and rear axles depending on individual 200 miles/300 km. driving conditions.
Page 278 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Safety information side the immediate area in a safe place, such as behind a guardrail. – If necessary, set up a warning triangle Warning at an appropriate distance. Your vehicle handles differently with a run-flat tire with no or low inflation pres- sure;...
Page 279 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Overview Safety measures – Park the vehicle as far away as possible Storage from passing traffic and on solid ground. The Mobility System is located in a bag on – Switch on the hazard warning system. the right side trim in the cargo area.
Page 280 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Filling Screw the filling hose of the sealant con- tainer onto the tire valve of the non- Shake the sealant container. working wheel. Pull filling hose completely out of the With the compressor switched off, in- cover of the sealant container.
Page 281 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Checking and adjusting the tire Insert the connector into the power socket inside the vehicle. inflation pressure Checking Switch off the compressor. Read the tire inflation pressure on the tire pressure gage. To continue the trip, a tire inflation pres- sure of at least 2 bar must be reached.
Page 282 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Adjustment Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 154. Stop at a suitable location. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to Screw the connection hose of the com- page 150. pressor directly onto the tire valve stem. Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant container of the Mobility System promptly.
Page 283 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information Use only in pairs on the front wheels, equip- ped with the tires of the following size: DANGER – 205/65 R 16. The vehicle jack is only provided for short- – 205/60 R 17. term lifting of the vehicle for wheel changes.
Page 284 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Securing the vehicle against rolling Warning General information On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for ex- ample snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack The vehicle manufacturer recommends to can slip away. There is a risk of injury. If additionally secure the vehicle against roll- possible, change the wheel on a flat, solid, ing away when changing a wheel.
Page 285 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Lug bolt lock – Switch on the hazard warning system. – Set the parking brake. Concept – Engage a gear or move the selector lever The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. to position P. The lug bolts can only be released with the –...
Page 286 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Jacking up the vehicle Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise. Warning Hands and fingers can be jammed when using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Comply with the described hand position and do not change this position while using the vehicle jack.
Page 287 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ground and the relevant wheel is maxi- other qualified service center or repair mum 1.2 inches/3 cm above ground. shop. Mounting a wheel Emergency wheel Mount one emergency wheel only, as re- quired. Concept Unscrew the lug bolts. In the event of a flat tire, the emergency Remove the wheel.
Page 288 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Overview The emergency wheel and the wheel change tools are located in the cargo area under the cargo floor panel. Removing the emergency wheel Pull up and remove the cargo floor panel. Unscrew the butterfly screw. Remove the retaining plate or the cover.
Page 289: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and options instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety- related functions and systems. When using This chapter describes all standard, country- these functions and systems, the applicable specific and optional features offered with laws and regulations must be observed.
Page 290 MOBILITY Engine compartment Hood Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening Safety information and closing the hood. There is a risk of in- jury. Make sure that the area of movement Warning of the hood is clear during opening and closing.
Page 291 Engine compartment MOBILITY Indicator/warning lights When the hood is opened, a Check Control message is displayed. Closing the hood Energetically close the hood from approx. 20 in/50 cm. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 292: Engine Oil
MOBILITY Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle features and options NOTICE Too much engine oil can damage the en- This chapter describes all standard, country- gine or the catalytic converter. There is a specific and optional features offered with risk of damage to property. Do not add too the series.
Page 293 30 minutes of normal driving. Performing a detailed measurement Displaying the engine oil level Via the Central Information Display (CID): Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "My MINI" "Vehicle status" "Vehicle status" "Engine oil level" "Engine oil level"...
Page 294 MOBILITY Engine oil Engine oil types to add NOTICE An engine oil level that is too low causes General information engine damage. There is a risk of damage The engine oil quality is critical for the life to property. Immediately add engine oil. of the engine.
Page 295 Engine oil MOBILITY Oil rating API SL. API SM. API SN. Viscosity grades When selecting an engine oil, make sure that the engine oil belongs to one of the fol- lowing viscosity grades: Viscosity grades SAE 0W-20. SAE 0W-30. More information about suitable oil ratings and viscosity grades of engine oils can be requested from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair...
Page 296: Coolant
MOBILITY Coolant Coolant Vehicle features and options contact with skin, eyes or articles of cloth- ing. Use suitable additives only. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are Coolant level not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or...
Page 297 Coolant MOBILITY Disposal The coolant level is correct if it lies be- tween the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck. Comply with the relevant environ- mental protection regulations when disposing of coolant and coolant ad- ditives. Close the lid. Adding Let the engine cool.
Page 298: Maintenance
Therefore, hand the service advisor the ve- hicle key with which the vehicle was driven most recently. MINI maintenance system Storage periods The maintenance system indicates required Storage periods during which the vehicle maintenance measures, and thereby pro-...
Page 299 Maintenance MOBILITY The manufacturer of your vehicle recom- Position mends that maintenance and repair be per- formed by a service center or another quali- fied service center or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Socket for OBD Onboard Diag- nosis There is an OBD socket on the driver's side...
Page 300: Replacing Components
MOBILITY Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options changing the wiper blade. Do not fold or switch on the wiper without a wiper blade installed. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are NOTICE not necessarily available in your vehicle, for Folded-away wipers can be jammed when...
Page 301 Replacing components MOBILITY Rear wiper blade cially designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly. Follow the safety information, refer to Pull the wiper blade out of the wiper page 301. arm. Safety information Lights and bulbs Warning Bulbs can get hot during operation.
Page 302 MOBILITY Replacing components Headlight glass 55-watt bulb, H7. Condensation can form on the inside of the Open the hood, refer to page 290. headlight glass in cool or humid weather. Turn the lid counterclockwise and re- When driving with the lights switched on, move.
Page 303 Replacing components MOBILITY 55-watt bulb, H7. Install the new bulb with the bulb holder in reverse order of removal. In Turn the steering wheel. doing so, ensure that the bulb tab is cor- 2. – On the left facing the driving direc- rectly positioned in the headlight hous- tion: turn the cover clockwise and ing and the bulb holder perceptibly en-...
Page 304 MOBILITY Replacing components Overview Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise, arrow 1, and remove, arrow 2. Position of the headlights Press the bulb gently into the bulb holder, turn counterclockwise and re- 1 Turn signal move. 2 Daytime running lights Insert the new bulb and install the cov- 3 Low beams/high beams ers in the reverse order.
Page 305 Replacing components MOBILITY 24-watt bulb, PWY24W. Tail lights, bulb replacement Open the hood, refer to page 290. Overview Turn the lid counterclockwise and re- move. 1 Side tail lights 2 Center brake light Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise, 3 License plate light arrow 1, and remove, arrow 2.
Page 306 MOBILITY Replacing components Side LED tail lights Press the latches together, arrows 1, and remove the bulb holder. 1 Brake light Remove the bulb holder from the open- 2 Tail lights ing. 3 Turn signal Press the nonworking bulb gently into 4 Reversing lights the socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
Page 307 Replacing components MOBILITY Side turn signal, bulb replacement More information about the battery can be requested from a dealer's service center or Follow the general instructions on lights another qualified service center or repair and bulbs, refer to page 301. shop.
Page 308 MOBILITY Replacing components – When the inspection glass on the top of Disposing of old batteries the battery is black. Have old batteries disposed of by a – When the take-off performance is insuf- dealer’s service center or another ficient. qualified service center or repair The following circumstances can have a shop or take them to a collection point.
Page 309 Replacing components MOBILITY boxes, is available on the Internet: www.mini.com/fusecard. Where applicable, information on the fuse types and locations is also found on a sepa- rate sheet in the fuse box. Replacing fuses The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you have a dealer's service center or an- other qualified service center or repair shop replace the fuses.
Page 310: Breakdown Assistance
The red light in the button flashes when the hazard warning flashers are activated. MINI Roadside Assistance Concept MINI Roadside Assistance can be contacted if assistance is needed in the event of a breakdown. Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 311 Only press the SOS button in an emergency. "MINI Roadside Assistance" The Intelligent Assist system establishes a The contact to the Roadside Assistance connection with the MINI Response Center. of the manufacture is established. For technical reasons, the Emergency Re- A telephone number is displayed, if quest cannot be guaranteed under unfavora- needed.
Page 312 For instance, the current position of the SOS button in the roofliner vehicle, if it can be established. If you can no longer hear the MINI Re- Functional requirements sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the hands-free system, for instance, may –...
Page 313 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Warning If the jumper cables are connected in the incorrect order, sparking may occur. There is a risk of injury. Pay attention to the cor- rect order during connection. NOTICE A special connection on the body acts as the In the case of body contact between the battery negative terminal.
Page 314 MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Starting the engine Safety information Never use spray fluids to start the engine. NOTICE Start the engine of the assisting vehicle The vehicle can be damaged when towing and let it run for several minutes at an the vehicle with a lifted rear axle.
Page 315 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Steptronic transmission with ALL4: For rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 116. transporting the vehicle General information NOTICE The vehicle is not permitted to be towed. If manual unlocking of the parking brake is not possible, the vehicle cannot be Pushing the vehicle moved or towed.
Page 316 MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Tow truck NOTICE With driven front axle The vehicle can be damaged when towing the vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is a risk of damage to property. The vehi- cle should only be transported on a loading platform.
Page 317 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY The tow fitting and the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 300, are together in the NOTICE cargo area. If the tow bar or tow rope is attached in- Use of the tow fitting: correctly, damage to other vehicle parts can occur.
Page 318 MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Tow-starting Steptronic transmission Do not tow-start the vehicle. Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to the Steptronic transmission. Have the reasons for the starting difficulties corrected by a dealer’s service center or an- other qualified service center or repair shop.
Page 319: Care
Care MOBILITY Care Vehicle features and options Distances and temperature – Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃. This chapter describes all standard, country- – Minimum distance from sensors, cam- specific and optional features offered with eras, seals: 12 inches/30 cm. the series. It also describes features that are –...
Page 320 Driving into a vehicle wash with a Steptronic transmission General information In vehicle washes, the vehicle must be able MINI recommends using vehicle care and to roll freely. cleaning products from MINI. Suitable care Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to products are available from a dealer’s serv-...
Page 321 Care MOBILITY Leather care Caring for special components Remove dust from the leather regularly, us- Light-alloy wheels ing a cloth or vacuum cleaner. When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to chafe in pores and folds, and lead to in- 9.
Page 322 MOBILITY Care Plastic components to the floor. Do not use loose floor mats and do not layer several floor mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for NOTICE the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are Cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents, securely fastened again after they were re- such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty moved, for instance for cleaning.
Page 323 Care MOBILITY be taken. Further information is available from a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
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Page 325: Reference
REFERENCE Technical data ..................Appendix ....................License Texts and Certifications ............Everything from A to Z ................ Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
Page 326: Technical Data
The specified heights do not take into ac- count attached parts, for instance a roof an- MINI Countryman Width with mirrors in/mm 78.9/2,005 Width without mirrors in/mm 71.7/1,822...
Page 327 2,260/1,025 Steptronic transmission lbs/kg 2,326/1,055 Approved rear axle load Manual transmission lbs/kg 2,183/990 Steptronic transmission lbs/kg 2,183/990 MINI Cooper S Countryman Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 4,542/2,060 Load lbs/kg 968/439 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,403/1,090 Approved rear axle load...
Page 328 4,696/2,130 Load lbs/kg 902/409 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,469/1,120 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,337/1,060 MINI John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 4,696/2,130 Load lbs/kg 871/395 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,502/1,135 Approved rear axle load...
Page 329: Appendix
Appendix REFERENCE Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the vehicle are listed here. Updates made after the edito- rial deadline The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after the editorial deadline for the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle had closed: –...
Page 330: License Texts And Certifications
REFERENCE License Texts and Certifications License Texts and Certifications Headunit Technical information Frequency Band: 2.5 GHz Output Power : 8 dBm Brazil Manufacturer and Address Manufacturer: Alpine Electronics, Inc. Address: 20-1, Yoshima Industrial Park, Iwaki, Fukushima 970-1192 Japan Phone: +81-246-36-4111 Български...
Page 331 License Texts and Certifications REFERENCE Text der EU-Konformitätserklärung ist un- l'adresse internet suivante: http:// ter der folgenden Internetadresse verfüg- www.alpine.com/e/research/ bar: http://www.alpine.com/e/research/ Hrvatski Eesti Alpine Electronics ovime izjavljuje da je Käesolevaga deklareerib Alpine Electronics, radijska oprema tipa BIS01 u skladu s Dir- et käesolev raadioseadme tüüp BIS01 ektivom 2014/53/EU.
Page 332 REFERENCE License Texts and Certifications met Richtlijn 2014/53/EU. De volledige no seguinte endereço de Internet: http:// tekst van de EU-conformiteitsverklaring kan www.alpine.com/e/research/ worden geraadpleegd op het volgende inter- netadres: http://www.alpine.com/e/ Română research/ Prin prezenta, Alpine Electronics declară că tipul de echipamente radio BIS01 este în Malti conformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE.
Page 333 License Texts and Certifications REFERENCE Japan South Korea 해당 무선설비는 전파혼신 가능성이 있으 Mexico 므로 인명안전과 관련된 서비스는 할 수 없습니다 A 급 기기 (업무용 방송통신기자재) 이 기기는 업무용(A 급) 전자파적합기기 로서 판매자 또는 사용자는 이 점을 주의하시기 바라 며, 가정외의 지역에서...
Page 334 REFERENCE License Texts and Certifications 低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、 vantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de 科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干 brouillage, et (2) l'appareil doit accepter tout 擾。 brouillage subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonc- Use of low power radio frequency electric tionnement.
Page 335 License Texts and Certifications REFERENCE Remote Control right notice, a disclaimer of warranty, and an exclusion of liability is included below. Copyright (c) 2001-2004 Swedish Institute Mexico of Computer Science. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary COFETEL: RLVBHEID13–0912 forms, with or without modification, are Marca: Hella...
Page 336 REFERENCE License Texts and Certifications Transmitter/Receiver This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada li- cence-exempt RSS. Operation is subject to Mexico the following two conditions: IFETEL: RLVCOA213-1447 (1) This device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and A2C35029700 (2) this device must accept any interference...
Page 337 License Texts and Certifications REFERENCE FCC ID:KR5A2C35029700 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 338: Everything From A To Z
REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index Anti-slip control, see DSC Anti-theft protection, lug bolts Approach control warning with city light A/C button, see Air conditioning braking function ABS, Antilock Brake System Approved axle load Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Con- Ash tray trol...
Page 339 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Battery, disposing of Cargo area, loading Battery Guard, Teleservice Cargo area, seating surface Battery, vehicle Cargo area, storage compartments Being towed, see Tow-starting and tow- Cargo cover Cargo position, rear seat backrest Belts, safety belts Cargo, stowing and securing Beverage holder, cup holder Cargo straps...
Page 340 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Comfort Access Cruising range Compartments in the doors Cup holder Compass Current consumption Compatible devices, see Suitable devi- Customer support Compressor Computer, see Onboard Computer Condensation on windows Damage, tires Condensation under the vehicle Data memory Condition Based Service CBS Data protection, settings...
Page 341 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Driver profiles Engine oil change Driving Dynamics Control, see MINI Driv- Engine oil filler neck ing Modes switch Engine oil types to add Driving Excitement, SPORT Engine start, jump-starting Driving instructions Engine start, see Starting the engine...
Page 342 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Flooding GREEN - program, driving dynamics Floor carpet, care GREEN tip, driving tip Floor mats, care Gross vehicle weight, approved FM/AM station Ground clearance Fogged up windows Fold-away position, windshield wip- ers 110, Fold back rear seat backrests Halogen headlights Foot brake Handbrake, see Parking brake...
Page 343 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Icy roads, see External temperature warn- iPod/iPhone Identification marks, tires Identification number, see Vehicle identifi- cation number Jacking points for the vehicle jack Ignition off Jam protection system, glass sunroof Ignition on Jam protection system, windows Illuminated ring, central instrument clus- Jump-starting Indication of a flat tire 151,...
Page 344 Microfilter 193, Locking, settings MID - program, driving dynamics Low beams MINI driving modes Low beams, automatic, see High-beam As- MINI logo projection during unlocking sistant MINI maintenance system Lower back support Minimum tread, tires Lower back support, mechanical MINI Picnic Bench...
Page 345 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Oil change Picnic Bench Oil change interval, service require- Plastic, care ments Poor roads, driving on Oil filler neck PostCrash — iBrake Oil types to add, engine Power failure Onboard Computer Power windows Onboard Diagnostics OBD Pressure, tires Onboard literature, printed Pressure warning, tires...
Page 346 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Replacing the battery, vehicle key Service requirements, Condition Based Replacing wheels/tires Service CBS Reporting safety malfunctions Service requirements, display RES CNCL button, see Camera-based cruise Servotronic control SET button, see Camera-based cruise con- RES CNCL button, see Cruise control trol Reserve warning, see Range SET button, see Cruise control...
Page 347 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Status, vehicle Teleservices Steering assistance Temperature, air conditioner Steering wheel, adjusting Temperature, automatic climate con- Steptronic Sport transmission, see Step- trol tronic transmission Temperature display for external tempera- Steptronic Sport transmission with double ture clutch, see Steptronic transmission Temperature, engine Steptronic transmission...
Page 348 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Trip odometer Vehicle status Trip recorder, see Trip odometer Vehicle storage Turning radius lines, rearview camera Vehicle wash Turn signal, front 302, Vehicle wash, automatic Turn signal, indicator light Vehicle, washing Turn signal, side Ventilation Turn signals, operation Ventilation, see Parked-car ventilation...
Page 349 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Wiper system 107, Wood, care Word match concept, navigation Wrench Your dealer's service center Online Edition for Part no. 01402667330 - VI/19...
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