MINI Cooper CooperS 2004

OWNER'S MANUAL
MINI COOPER
MINI COOPER S
Contents
A-Z
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 644 - © 09/03 BMW AG

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MINI
This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the
vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance
information.
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

CONTENTS
NOTES OVERVIEW CONTROLS
About this Owner's Manual 6 Cockpit 12 Opening and closing:

Symbols used 6 Display elements 13 Keys 22
Your individual vehicle 6 Display elements with navigation Central locking system 23
Editorial notice 7 system 14 Opening and closing: from outside 23
For your own safety 7 Indicator and warning lamps 15 Opening and closing: from inside 26
Symbol on vehicle parts 8 Multifunction steering wheels 18 Tailgate 27
Service and warranty 8 Electric power windows 28
Reporting safety defects 9 Glass sunroof, electric 29
Roller sun blind 30
Adjustments:
Safe seating position 31
Seat adjustment 32
Head restraints 33
Entry to the rear 34
Safety belts 35
Seat heating 35
Steering wheel 36
Mirrors 36
Vehicle Memory 37
Transporting children safely 38
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OVERVIEW
Driving: Technology for safety and driving OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE
Ignition lock 41 convenience:
Starting the engine 41 All Season traction Control (ASC) 59 Special operating instructions:
Switching off the engine 43 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 60 Break-in procedures 82
Parking brake 43 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 61 General driving notes 83
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Manual transmission 44 Flat Tire Monitor 62 Refueling 84
Continuously Variable automatic Park Distance Control (PDC) 64 Fuel specifications 85
Transmission (CVT) 45 Airbags 65 Brake system 86
Parking lamps/Low beams 48
Controlling the climate for pleasant Wheels and tires:
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
driving: Tire inflation pressure 87
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flasher 49
Air conditioning system 67 Tire coding 89
Instrument lighting 49
Automatic climate control 70 Tire condition 91
Fog lamps 49
Wheel and tire replacement 92
Interior lamps 50 Interior conveniences:
Run Flat tires 93
Washer/wiper system 50 Glove compartment 73
Snow chains 94
Cruise control 52 Ashtray, beverage holders 74
Cigarette lighter, 12 V power supply 74
Everything under control:
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Odometer 54 Loading and transporting cargo:
Tachometer 54 Cargo area 75
Fuel gauge 54 Loading cargo 76
Coolant temperature gauge 55 Roof-mounted luggage rack 78
Service interval display 56
Clock 56
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Onboard computer 57
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CONTENTS
In the engine compartment: OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES TECHNICAL DATA

Bonnet 95
Engine compartment: MINI COOPER 96 Replacement procedures: Engine data 132
Engine compartment: MINI COOPER S 97 Onboard tool kit 110 Dimensions 133
Washer fluid 98 Windshield wiper blades 110 Weights 134
Engine oil 98 Lamps and bulbs 111 Capacities 135
Coolant 100 Repairing a flat tire 116
Brake fluid 101 Changing tires: MINI with space-saver
spare tire 117
Maintenance and care:
MINI Mobility System 121
MINI Maintenance System 102
Battery 124
Caring for your vehicle 103
Fuses 125
Vehicle storage 105
Giving and receiving assistance:
Laws and regulations:
Jump-starting 126
OBD socket 106
Towing 128
California Proposition 65 warning 107
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INDEX
Everything from A to Z 138
CONTROLS
OPERATION
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DATA
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NOTES
About this Owner's Manual Symbols used Your individual vehicle

In compiling this Owner's Manual we have Indicates precautions that must be The manufacturer of your MINI is the Bay-
made every effort to furnish you with a followed precisely in order to avoid erische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft,
convenient reference source affording the possibility of personal injury and seri- BMW AG.
quick access to all the essentials. The fast- ous damage to the vehicle. On purchasing your MINI, you have decided
est way to find detailed information on any in favor of a model with individualized
specific subject is to turn to the compre- Contains information that will assist equipment and features. This Owner's
hensive index at the back of the manual. If you in gaining the optimum benefit Manual describes the entire array of
you wish to gain an initial overview of your from your vehicle and enable you to care options and equipment that the manufac-
vehicle, you will find this in the first chap- more effectively for your vehicle. turer of your MINI makes available with a
ter. specific model range.
Should you wish to sell your MINI at some Refers to measures that can be taken
time in the future, please remember to to help protect the environment. We hope you will understand that equip-
hand over this Owner's Manual to the new ment and features are included that you
owner; it is an important part of the vehi- < Marks the end of a specific item of infor- might not have chosen for your vehicle. To
cle. mation. assist you in identifying possible variations
If you have any additional questions, your between your own vehicle and the man-
* Indicates special equipment, country- ual's contents, the passages describing
MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you.
specific equipment and optional extras optional accessories and special equipment
when available. are marked with an asterisk*.
Vehicle Memory, refer to page 37. If your MINI features equipment that is not
Identifies functions that can be spe- described in this Owner's Manual – a car
cifically adapted for a particular vehicle. radio, for instance – we have enclosed addi-
These adjustments can be performed either tional operating instructions. We ask you to
by yourself or by your MINI Dealer. read these manuals as well.
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Editorial notice For your own safety Maintenance and repair
The manufacturer pursues a policy of con- Advanced technology, e.g. the use of
tinuous, ongoing development that is con- Fuels modern materials and high-perfor-
ceived to ensure that the MINI continues to Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels mance electronics, requires specially
embody the highest quality and safety containing up to and including 10% adapted maintenance and repair methods.
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standards combined with advanced, state- ethanol or other oxygenates with up to Therefore, only have corresponding work
of-the-art technology. For this reason, the 2.8% oxygen by weight, i.e. 15% MTBE or on your MINI carried out by a MINI Dealer
features described in this Owner's Manual 3% methanol plus an equivalent amount of or a workshop that works according to
could differ from those on your vehicle. Nor co-solvent, will not void the applicable war- MINI repair procedures with correspond-
can errors and omissions be entirely ruled ranties with respect to defects in materials ingly trained personnel. If work is carried
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out. or workmanship. Field experience has indi- out improperly there is a danger of conse-
You are therefore asked to appreciate that cated significant differences in fuel quality, quential damage and the related safety
no claims can be entertained on the basis i.e. volatility, composition, additives, etc., risks.<
of the data, illustrations or descriptions in among gasolines offered for sale in the
this Owner's Manual. United States and Canada. The use of poor-
quality fuels may result in driveability,
starting and stalling problems, especially
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under certain environmental conditions
such as high ambient temperature and
high altitude.
Should you encounter driveability prob-
lems which you suspect could be related to
the fuel you are using, we recommend that
you respond by switching to a recognized
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high-quality brand.
Failure to comply with these recommenda-
tions may result in unscheduled mainte-
nance.
Obey pertinent safety rules when you are
handling gasoline.<
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Parts and accessories approved accessories such as alarms, Service and warranty
For your own safety, use genuine radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, This manual is supplemented by a Service
parts and accessories approved by suspension components, brake dust and Warranty Information Booklet for US
the manufacturer of the MINI. shields, telephones, including operation of models or a Warranty and Service Guide
When you purchase accessories tested any portable cellular phone from within Booklet for Canadian models.
and approved by the manufacturer of the the vehicle without using an externally
We recommend that you read this publica-
MINI and Original MINI Parts, you simulta- mounted antenna, or transceiver equip-
tion thoroughly.
neously acquire the assurance that they ment, e.g. CB, walkie-talkie, ham radio or
similar, may cause extensive damage to the Your MINI is covered by the following war-
have been thoroughly tested by the manu-
vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere ranties:
facturer of the MINI to ensure optimum
performance when installed on your vehi- with the vehicle's electrical system or affect > New Vehicle Limited Warranty
cle. the validity of the MINI Limited Warranty. > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty
The manufacturer of the MINI warrants See your MINI Dealer for additional infor- > Federal Emissions System Defect War-
these parts to be free from defects in mate- mation.< ranty
rial and workmanship. > Federal Emissions Performance War-
The manufacturer of the MINI will not Maintenance, replacement, or repair ranty
accept any liability for damages resulting of the emission control devices and > California Emission Control System Lim-
from installation of parts and accessories systems must be performed by an autho- ited Warranty.
not approved by the manufacturer rized MINI Dealership or individual using Detailed information about these warran-
of the MINI. certified MINI parts.< ties is listed in the Service and Warranty
The manufacturer of the MINI cannot test Information Booklet for US models or in the
every product from other manufacturers to Symbol on vehicle parts Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
verify if it can be used on a MINI safely and Indicates that you should consult the Canadian models.
without risk to either the vehicle, its opera- relevant section of this Owner's Man-
tion, or its occupants. ual for information on a particular part or
Original MINI Parts, MINI Accessories and assembly.
other products approved by the manufac-
turer of the MINI, together with profes-
sional advice on using these items, are
available from all MINI Dealers.
Installation and operation of non-MINI
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OVERVIEW
Reporting safety defects
The following only applies to vehicles
owned and operated in the US.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
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which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration NHTSA in addition to noti-
fying the MINI Division of BMW of North
America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood,
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New Jersey 07675-1227, telephone toll-
free 1-866-275-6464.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
may open an investigation, and if it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of
vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
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become involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or BMW of North
America, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may either
call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free
at 1-800-424-9393 or 366-0123 in Wash-
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ington, D.C. area, or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also
obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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OPERATION
OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE
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OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES
DATA
TECHNICAL DATA
INDEX
INDEX
Overview 11
COCKPIT
1 >Parking lamps/Low beams 48 2 Washer/wiper system 50 6 Bonnet release 95

> Turn signal indicators 49 3 Instrument lighting 49 7 Horn 18
> Standing lamps 48
4 Outside mirror adjustment 36 8 Adjusting steering wheel 36
> High beams 49
> Headlamp flasher 49 5 Hazard warning flashers 9 OBD interface socket 106
> Onboard computer 57
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DISPLAY ELEMENTS
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OPERATION
REPAIRS
1 Tachometer 54 4 Indicator for 6 Fuel gauge 54
with indicator and warning lamps, > Odometer 54 7 Engine coolant temperature gauge 55
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page 15 ff > Trip odometer 54
2 Display for onboard computer 57 > Service interval 56
If there is no onboard computer: > Program display for Continuously Vari-
Display of outside temperature and cur- able automatic Transmission
rent vehicle speed (CVT) 47
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3 Speedometer with indicator and warning 5 Trip odometer, reset to zero 54
lamps, page 15 ff
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DISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM *
1 Tachometer 54 3 Speedometer with indicator and warning 5 Indicator for

with indicator and warning lamps, lamps, page 15 ff > Odometer 54
page 15 ff 4 Trip odometer, reset to zero 54 > Trip odometer 54
2 Additional indicator and warning lamps, > Service interval 56
page 16 ff, display for onboard computer > Program display for Continuously Vari-
in navigation system, refer to separate able automatic Transmission
Owner's Manual (CVT) 47
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INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS
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Technology that monitors itself Red: stop immediately Brake warning lamp +
The system runs a check on the indicator Battery charge current + Lights up although parking brake is
and warning lamps marked by + each time The battery is no longer being released: check the brake fluid
you switch on the ignition. They each light charged. Indicates a defective alter- level. Before driving further, be sure to
up once for different periods of time. nator drive belt or a problem with the comply with the information on pages 86
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charge circuit. Please contact the nearest and 101.
If a malfunction should occur in one of
these systems, the corresponding lamp MINI Dealer. Brake warning lamp for Canadian
does not go out after the engine is started If this lamp lights up, the power-assist for models.
or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. steering can be deactivated.
You will see below the correct way to react If the drive belt is defective, do not With navigation system option:
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to this. continue driving. The engine could be Coolant temperature warning
damaged due to overheating. When the lamp in the speedometer +
power-assist is deactivated, increased Lights up while driving:
steering effort is required.< Engine is too hot. Switch off the engine
immediately and allow to cool down, also
Engine oil pressure + refer to page 55.
Stop immediately. Switch off
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engine. Check the engine oil and fill
as needed. Please contact the nearest MINI
Dealer.
Do not continue driving; otherwise,
the engine could be damaged
because of inadequate lubrication.<
DATA
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Yellow: stop immediately Brake warning lamp together with Airbags +

Flat Tire Monitor + the yellow indicator warning lamps Please have the system inspected
Flashes: tire failure. ABS, CBC, EBV and ASC/DSC for at your MINI Dealer.
Reduce speed immediately and Canadian models. More information on page 65.
stop the vehicle. Depending on the level of equipment,
the indicator lamp is in the vicinity of
With Run Flat tires:
the navigation system.<
Carefully reduce the driving speed to below
50 mph / 80 km/h and continue to a safe
Bonnet/Tailgate
location.
Red: an important reminder Lights up when the bonnet and/or
In both cases, avoid hard brake applications tailgate are open.
Brake warning lamp
and steering maneuvers. Check the tire More information on pages 27, 95.
with parking brake applied.
inflation pressures.
More information on the parking Brake pads
Conduct in the event of a flat tire, refer to
brake on page 43. Have the condition of the brake
pages 93, 116, 117, 121.
Brake warning lamp for Canadian pads checked.
General information on the system, refer to More information on page 86.
models.
page 62.
Depending on the level of equipment,
Fasten safety belts + the indicator lamp is in the vicinity of
Red and yellow: continue driving Lights up for several seconds or, de- the navigation system.<
cautiously pending on the version, until after
Brake warning light together with the safety belts are fastened. A signal* also
yellow indicator lamp for ABS, CBC, sounds depending on the version.
EBD and ASC/DSC: More information on page 35.
The control system ABS, CBC, EBD
Depending on the level of equipment,
and ASC/DSC has failed. Drive cau-
the indicator lamp is in the vicinity of
tiously and defensively. Avoid full
the navigation system.<
brake applications.
Please have the system checked by
your MINI Dealer as soon as possible.
More information on pages 59, 60.
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Yellow: check as soon as possible Service Engine Soon + Green: for your information
Flat Tire Monitor + If the warning lamp comes on Turn signal indicators
Stays lit: the system is defective. either continuously or intermit- Flashes when turn signal indicator
Please have the system inspected tently, this indicates a malfunction in the is on.
at your MINI Dealer. emissions-related electronic systems. Rapid flashing: the system is defective.
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More information on page 62. Although the vehicle remains operational, More information on page 49.
you should have the systems checked by
Antilock Brake System (ABS) + Cruise control
your MINI Dealer at the earliest possible
ABS has been deactivated in Lights up when the cruise control is
opportunity.
response to system malfunction. activated: operation via the multi-
Conventional braking efficiency is avail- Service Engine Soon warning lamp function steering wheel or multifunction
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able. Please have the system inspected at for Canadian models. sports steering wheel.
your MINI Dealer. More information on page 52.
More information on page 61. Engine electronics* +
Malfunction in the engine electron- Blue: for your information
ABS indicator lamp for Canadian
ics. You can continue to drive with
models. High beams
reduced engine output or engine speed.
Comes on when the high beams
Please have the system inspected at your
All Season traction Control (ASC)/ are on or the headlamp flasher is
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MINI Dealer.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) + actuated.
Indicator lamp flashes: Check Gas Cap* + More information on page 49.
System active: drive and braking forces are This indicator lamp comes on
regulated. when the fuel gas cap is loose or
The indicator lamp stays lit: ASC/DSC missing. Close the gas cap tightly:
switched off with button or defective. In Refer to page 85.
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the event of a defect: please have the sys- Depending on the level of equipment,
tem inspected at your MINI Dealer. the indicator lamp is in the vicinity of
More information on pages 59, 60. the navigation system.<
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MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEELS *
Steering wheels with multifunctions

The control buttons integrated within the
multifunction steering wheel and the mul-
tifunction sports steering wheel have been
designed to allow you to operate a number
of accessories both quickly and safely, with-
out taking your eyes from the road:
> Some audio source functions
> Cruise control.
Steering wheel Left:

1 Call up and continue cruise control 5 Operation of:
2 Activate/interrupt/deactivate cruise > Radio
control Press briefly: next/previous station
stored in memory
3 Store and accelerate cruise control
Extended pressure: station scan
4 Store and decelerate cruise control > CD
Press briefly: jump to next track
Right: Extended pressure: search within cur-
5 Volume rent title
6 Changing between radio, CD and cas- >Cassette
sette Press briefly: jump to next track or
stop fast forward
Extended pressure: fast forward/
rewind
If the Wave radio is installed, the
above options for cassette
player operation are not available.<
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MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEELS *
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5 Fast forward/rewind
>Radio
Press briefly: next/previous station
stored in memory
Extended pressure: station scan
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>CD
Press briefly: jump to next track
Extended pressure: search within cur-
rent title
>Cassette
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Press briefly: jump to next track or
stop fast forward
Sports steering wheel Extended pressure: fast forward
1 Call up and continue cruise control If the Wave radio is installed, the
2 Store and accelerate cruise control above options for cassette
3 Activate/interrupt/deactivate cruise player operation are not available.<
control 6 Volume
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4 Store and decelerate cruise control
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OPERATION
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TECHNICAL DATA
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Controls 21
KEYS
Initializing the master key with remote

control
When you activate a master key with
remote control – for example a replace-
ment or additional key, or after a battery
change – it must be initialized.
This initialization can be performed in two
ways:
Press button or button , refer to
page 24, four times in succession
or
The key set of your MINI consists of three Changing battery
if the vehicle is unlocked:
keys. Replace if it is no longer possible to unlock
the vehicle via the remote control. 1. Switch the ignition on briefly, position 2,
1 Two master keys with remote control
and then off
If the battery is discharged, please 2. Within 10 seconds, press button
consult your MINI Dealer. For Only use a battery of the type speci-
fied on the battery, CR 2032, and and button , refer to page 24, in suc-
changing the battery, refer to the next cession.
section.< make absolutely sure that it is fitted in the
correct position.<
2 Spare key In the event of a system malfunction,
For keeping in a safe place, e.g. in your 1. Apply a screwdriver at the recess please contact your MINI Dealer. You
wallet. This key is not intended for con- 2. Use the screwdriver to lever out the can also obtain replacement keys and bat-
stant use cover. teries there.<
Return used batteries to a recycling

point or your MINI Dealer.<
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CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE
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The concept Via remote control For US owners only
The central locking system is ready for The remote control gives you an exception- The transmitter and receiver units comply
operation whenever the driver's door is ally convenient method for unlocking and with part 15 of the FCC, Federal Communi-
closed. The doors, the tailgate and the fuel locking your vehicle. It also offers addi- cations Commission, regulations. Opera-
filler door are unlocked or locked. tional functions: tion is governed by the following:
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The central locking system secures your >To open the power windows and the FCC ID: LX8765S
MINI: glass sunroof, refer to page 24. LX8765E
>When operated from the outside via the Locking/unlocking the vehicle automati- LX8CAS
remote control as well as via the door cally activates/deactivates the anti-theft Compliance statement:
lock system and switches the interior lamps off/ This device complies with part 15 of the
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>When operated from the inside via a on. FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
switch. If the vehicle has been properly locked lowing two conditions:
If operated from outside, the anti-theft sys- using the remote control, the hazard warn- >This device may not cause harmful inter-
tem is activated at the same time. This pre- ing system flashes once. ference, and
vents the doors from being unlocked via When the vehicle is unlocked, the hazard >this device must accept any interference
safety lock buttons or door handles. warning system does not react. received, including interference that may
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In the event of an accident, the central lock- cause undesired operation.
ing system unlocks automatically. The haz- Children might be able to lock the
ard warning system and interior lamps are doors from the inside. Always take Any unauthorized modifications or
also switched on. the vehicle keys with you so that the vehi- changes to these devices could void
cle can be opened again from the outside at the user's authority to operate this equip-
any time.< ment.<
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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE
Unlocking Convenience opening mode

1. Press button once to unlock the Press and hold button .
driver's door only. The power windows and glass sunroof are
The interior lamps are switched on and opened.
the hazard warning flashers flash twice*
2. Press button a second time to You can have the opening of the win-
unlock the other door as well as the tail- dows and glass sunroof with the
gate and the fuel filler door. remote control activated/deactivated.<
You can have this function activated/ Convenience closing is not possible
deactivated by your MINI Dealer.< by means of the remote control.<
1 Unlocking and convenience opening
2 Locking and securing
If none of the vehicle doors are Locking and securing
opened within 2 minutes, the central Press button .
locking system locks the vehicle automati- The hazard warning system flashes once.
If the remote control does not react,
cally. The anti-theft system is not activated.
the battery is discharged.
To deadlock the vehicle, refer to the next
In the event of a system malfunction,
column.<
please contact your MINI Dealer. You can
also obtain replacement keys and batteries
You can have the vehicle's automatic
there.
locking feature activated/deacti-
Battery changing, refer to page 22.<
vated.<
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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE
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Malfunctions Manual operation
External systems or devices may cause local In the event of electrical malfunction:
interference in the functions of the remote The driver's door can be locked or unlocked
control. by turning the key in the door lock all the
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In this case, unlock the vehicle via the door way to the left or right.
lock.
Convenience closing via the door lock
You can also close the power windows and
the glass sunroof via the door lock.
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With the door closed, hold the key in the
locking position.
Via the door lock
1. One turn of the key in the driver's You can have the closing of the win-
door lock unlocks the driver's door only dows and glass sunroof via the door
2. Turning the key a second time unlocks lock activated/deactivated.<
the other door, the tailgate and the fuel
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filler door.
You can have this function activated/

deactivated by your MINI Dealer.<
If the vehicle has been properly locked, the

hazard warning system flashes once.
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When the vehicle is unlocked, the hazard
warning system flashes twice*.
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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM INSIDE
To lock To unlock and open the doors

Briefly press the switch downward 1. Briefly press the switch upward
or 2. Pull the door handle above the armrest
push down the safety lock buttons on the or
doors. pull the door handle for each door twice:
to unlock first and then open.
After you have driven off, the central
locking system automatically locks
your MINI once a certain speed has been
reached.<
With this switch, you operate the central You can have this function activated/
locking system when the doors are closed. deactivated by your MINI Dealer.<
The doors and tailgate are unlocked or
locked only. The anti-theft system is not Do not lock the safety lock buttons
activated. while driving, since these doors will
not unlock automatically in the event of an
If the remote control has been used accident. Children might be able to lock the
to unlock only the driver's door, refer doors from the inside. Always take the
to page 24, and you touch the switch when vehicle's keys with you so that you can
the driver's door is open, the other door, the open the vehicle again from the outside at
tailgate, and the fuel filler door are any time.<
unlocked.
If the driver's door is closed, touching the
switch locks it.<
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TAILGATE
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OPERATION
To open from the outside To unlock manually To close
Push the button in the strip handle and In the event of an electrical malfunction, The handle recesses in the interior trim
open the tailgate. you can also unlock the tailgate manually. panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull
For information on unlocking via the cen- 1. Fold the rear seat bench upwards the lid down.
tral locking system, refer to page 26. 2. Pull the ring.
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The tailgate is unlocked. To avoid injuries, be sure that the
travel path of the tailgate is clear
when it is closed, as with all closing proce-
dures.
Operate the vehicle only when the tailgate
is closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could
penetrate the interior of the vehicle.<
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Should it be absolutely necessary to oper-
ate the vehicle with the tailgate open:
1. Close all windows and the glass sunroof
2. Sharply increase the air supply for the air
conditioning or automatic climate con-
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trol, refer to page 67 or 70.
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ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS
or Convenience operation
with the engine running: For convenience operation using the
Briefly press the switch upwards. remote control refer to page 24, for opera-
The window closes automatically. tion via the door lock refer to page 25.
Pressing the switch again stops the opera-
tion. To initialize power windows
If the battery is disconnected, e.g. for
The window on the front passenger's changing batteries or vehicle storage,
side cannot be closed automati- re-initialize the power windows. Other-
cally.< wise the windows will not be lowered
when the door is opened.<
To open and close windows Watch during the closing process to
be sure that no one is injured.< 1. Close the doors
From ignition key position 1:
2. Close both windows
To open: After the ignition has been switched off: 3. Hold both switches of the power win-
Press the switch downwards. You can continue using the electric power dows up for approx. one second.
The window opens until you release the windows for a limited period as long as no
switch one opens any of the doors. In the event of a system malfunction,
or If a door is opened during operation, the please contact your MINI Dealer.<
briefly press the switch downwards. opening/closing process stops immedi-
The window opens automatically. ately.
Pressing the switch again stops the opera-
tion. When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the ignition key from the lock
To close: and remember to close the doors, e.g. to
prevent children from operating the power
Press the switch upwards. windows and injuring themselves.<
The window closes until you release the
switch
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GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC *
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To prevent injuries, exercise care Do not use force to close the glass
when closing the glass sunroof and sunroof in its raised position, as dam-
keep it in your field of vision until it is shut. age to the mechanism could result.<
Make sure that the closing path of the sun-
roof is clear. After the ignition has been switched off:
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When leaving the vehicle, always remove You can continue using the electric power
the ignition key from the lock and remem- windows for a limited period as long as no
ber to close the doors, e.g. to prevent chil- one opens any of the doors.
dren from operating the sunroof and injur- If a door is opened during operation, the
ing themselves. opening/closing process stops immedi-
OPERATION
Be sure that adequate clearance is main- ately.
tained for the opening path of the glass
sunroof; otherwise damage can occur.< To raise
Automatic opening and closing
Convenience operation Press the switch
To open:
For convenience operation using the or
remote control refer to page 24, for opera- Push the switch back past the point of
push the switch backwards to the resis-
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tion via the door lock refer to page 25. resistance:
tance point. The sunroof opens completely.
To open and close To close:

From ignition key position 1: 1. Press the switch past the pressure point:
1. Push the switch in the desired direction The sunroof closes to the raised position
until you feel resistance, and hold in this 2. Press the switch again and keep it
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position depressed:
2. Release the switch when the desired The sunroof closes completely.
sunroof position has been reached. Touching the switch briefly during opening
and closing stops the movement immedi-
ately.
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GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC * ROLLER SUN BLIND*
Pinch protection
If, while closing, the glass sunroof encoun-
ters resistance within roughly the last 8 in /
20 cm, the closing procedure is interrupted
and the roof reopens.
Despite the pinch protection, be

extremely careful that the travel path
of the sunroof is not obstructed whenever
it is closed. Otherwise, it is not guaranteed
that the closing procedure will be inter-
rupted, for instance if the obstructions
offer very little resistance. Manual opening and closing 1 Opening
You can disable the pinch protection by In the event of an electrical malfunction, 1. Press the button in the handle, arrow 1
pressing the switch past the pressure point you can also open and close the glass sun- The cap is unlocked
and holding it.< roof manually: 2. Guide the roller sun blind towards the
1. Push the clock towards the interior and back.
When closing the sunroof from the remove
raised position, ensure that the travel 2. Use an Allen key to turn the glass sun- 2 Closing
path of the sunroof is not obstructed since roof in the direction required. 1. Use the handle to pull the roller sun
the pinch protection is not active in this blind forwards
position.< 2. Engage the handle in the device,
arrow 2.
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SAFE SEATING POSITION
OVERVIEW
The ideal seating position can make a vital head rest near or on a side airbag because will not exert pressure against the abdomi-
contribution to relaxed, relatively fatigue- the inflating airbag could cause a serious or nal area.
free driving. Together with the safety belts fatal injury.< Never allow more than one person to wear
and airbags, the seating position also plays a single safety belt. Never allow infants or
an important role in providing occupants Even if all these instructions are followed, it small children to ride in a passenger's lap.
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with maximum levels of passive safety in cannot entirely be ruled out that in some Do not route the belt across your neck, or
an accident. To ensure that the safety sys- circumstances injury may result from con- run it across sharp edges. Be sure that the
tems operate with optimal efficiency, we tact with the airbags. In sensitive individu- belt does not become caught or jammed.
strongly urge you to observe the instruc- als, the ignition and inflation noise may Avoid twisting the belt while routing it
tions contained in the following section. induce a mild hearing loss that is usually firmly across the hips and shoulder; wear it
OPERATION
For additional information about trans- temporary. as snugly against your body as possible and
porting children safely, refer to page 38. For airbag locations and additional infor- do not allow it to rest against sharp or frag-
mation on airbags, refer to page 65. ile objects. Otherwise, the belt could slide
Sitting safely with airbags over your hips in the event of a frontal
Safe seating position with safety belt impact and cause abdominal injury. Avoid
Always maintain an adequate dis-
wearing bulky clothing and pull on the lap
tance between yourself and all of the Fasten your safety belt before each drive.
belt periodically to retension it over your
airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by Airbags are an additional safety device and
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shoulder. Otherwise, the safety belt's
the rim with the hands at the 9 and work in conjunction with the safety belts,
restraint effectiveness could be reduced.<
3 o'clock positions to keep any chance of but do not replace them.
injury to hands or arms to an absolute min- Your vehicle is equipped with four seats,
For information on using the safety belts,
imum, should the airbag be deployed. each of which is provided with a safety belt. refer to page 35.
No one and nothing is to come between
the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not At all times, occupants should sit
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use the front passenger airbag cover as a upright and be properly restrained –
storage surface for objects of any kind. infants and small children in appropriate
Ensure that the front passenger is correctly child-restraint systems; larger children and
seated, i.e. that no feet or legs are propped adults using the safety belts.
against the dashboad. Otherwise, leg injury Expectant mothers should always wear
could result if the front passenger airbag their safety belts, taking care to position
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suddenly deployed. Never let an occupant's the lap belt against the lower hips, where it
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Important adjustment information

Never try to adjust your seat while
operating the vehicle. The seat could
respond with an unexpected movement,
and the ensuing loss of vehicle control
could lead to an accident.
While driving, do not recline the backrest
too far toward the rear. This especially
applies to the front passenger side. If you
do so, there is a risk that you will slide
under the safety belt in an accident, thus
reducing the protection provided by the
Longitudinal adjustment Height adjustment
safety belt.<
1. Lift the handle 1. To raise:
2. Push the seat into the desired position Pull the handle up repeatedly, continu-
3. After releasing the handle, apply pres- ing until the seat reaches the desired
sure to the seat to ensure that the latch height
engages securely. 2. To lower:
Push the handle repeatedly, continuing
until the seat reaches the desired height.
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT HEAD RESTRAINTS
OVERVIEW
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OPERATION
Lumbar support* Backrest tilt Adjusting
You can adjust the contour of the backrest 1. Pull up the lever at the inside of the seat To raise: pull the head restraint upward.
for additional support in the curvature of 2. Apply weight to or remove weight from To lower: press the button and push the
your spine's lumbar region. The upper hips the backrest as required head restraint downward.
and spinal column receive supplementary 3. Release the lever so that the backrest
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support to help you maintain a relaxed, locks into place. You can reduce the risk of spinal
upright posture. injury and whiplash by adjusting the
Turn the wheel. head restraint to a height at which it is cen-
The contour is strengthened or weakened. tered roughly at ear level.<
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HEAD RESTRAINTS ENTRY TO THE REAR
Removal Original position

1. Pull up the head restraint, continuing Slide the seat back to its home posi-
until it is at maximum extension tion before folding back the backrest,
2. Press the button and remove the head otherwise the seat is latched in at its cur-
restraint at the same time. rent position. In this case, adjust the longi-
tudinal position manually, refer to
Installation page 32.<
1. Press the button and at the same time
insert the head restraint in the reception 1. Push the seat back into its home posi-
points tion
2. Adjust the head restraint. 2. Fold the backrest back to the home posi-
tion to lock the seat.
Easy entry
To avoid possible violation of traffic
The Easy entry function includes a memory When returning the seat to the rear
laws, never retract the head
for the longitudinal seat and the backrest position, ensure that no one is
restraints unless the rear seats are empty.
positions. injured and that no objects are damaged.
Always ensure that the head restraints are
raised before transporting passengers in 1. Push down the lever at the outside of Engage and lock both seats and backrests
the rear seat.< the seat, arrow 1. into position prior to driving; otherwise
The backrest folds forward automati- unexpected movement could increase the
cally risk of accident.<
2. Push the seat forward, arrow 2.
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SAFETY BELTS SEAT HEATING*
OVERVIEW
CONTROLS
OPERATION
To close Safety belt height adjustment The seat cushion and backrest can be
Make sure you hear the lock engage in the Use the height adjustment mechanism to heated with the ignition key in position 2.
belt buckle. adapt the safety belt to the ideal position
for your own body: Select the temperature setting:
Fasten safety belts: the warning
lamp lights up until after the safety Press the button and at the same time push Press each button briefly.
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belt is fastened. An acoustic signal the entire unit upwards or downwards.
sounds for several seconds. Direct deactivation from the second tem-
Also observe the instructions on adjusting
perature setting:
the seats on page 31.
To release Press the button for a longer period.
1. Press the red button in the belt buckle Damaged safety belts
2. Hold the belt If the safety belts are damaged or
3. Guide the belt back into its reel.
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stretched in an accident: have the
safety belt system replaced by your MINI
Dealer and the belt anchors checked, other-
wise the safety function can no longer be
guaranteed. If a child-restraint system was
in the vehicle during an accident, consult
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the manufacturer's instructions regarding
replacement.<
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STEERING WHEEL MIRRORS
Do not adjust the steering wheel Outside mirror adjustment Interior rearview mirror
while the vehicle is moving; other- 1 Switch for choosing between the left and To reduce glare from vehicles behind you
wise unexpected movement could increase right mirror when you are driving at night:
the risk of accident.<
2 Switch for 4-way adjustment Tilt the lever forward.
Adjusting Manual adjustment Illuminated vanity mirror
1. Push the locking lever downward
The mirrors can also be adjusted manually: From ignition key position 1:
2. Adjust the desired steering wheel posi-
tion Press the edge of the lens. 1. Fold down the sun visor
3. Pull the lever back in. 2. Fold the cover panel upwards.
Electric heating*
Both mirrors are heated automatically Sun visors
when the ignition key is in position 2. Can be swung sideways.
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MIRRORS VEHICLE MEMORY
OVERVIEW
How the system functions >Setting units for outside temperature
No doubt you have often reflected on how and fuel consumption display, refer to
great it would be if you could configure page 57
your vehicle's various adjustment settings >Setting units for display of temperatures
to meet your own personal requirements. specified for automatic climate control
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In developing this vehicle, the manufac- system, refer to page 71
turer of the MINI has incorporated a num- >Volume control PDC, refer to page 64
ber of options that you or your MINI Dealer >Acoustic alarm for starting PDC activa-
can program to suit your individual prefer- tion, refer to page 64.
ences.
OPERATION
This symbol alerts you to Vehicle
What the system can do Memory functions in the Owner's
Interior mirror, automatic dimming* Manual.<
Your MINI Dealer can provide you with
This mirror dims automatically as required.
details on the capabilities of the Vehicle
The mirror becomes clear again when you Memory system. After memory functions have been
engage reverse gear or select position R on reconfigured, your vehicle may oper-
Examples for Vehicle Memory: ate slightly differently from the descrip-
the selector lever.
>Automatic locking if none of the vehicle tions used in this Owner's Manual. If you
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Keep the photocells free and clean to
doors are opened, refer to page 24 decide to sell your MINI one day, please
ensure that the mirror functions perfectly.
>Automatic locking after starting to drive, remember to have the memory functions
There is one photocell in the mirror frame;
refer to page 26 reset to their default configuration.<
the other is on the back of the mirror.
>Selective central locking system, refer to
pages 24, 25
Do not cover the area between the
>Convenience operation, refer to
inside rearview mirror and the wind-
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pages 24, 25
shield, and do not place stickers or toll tags
>'Follow-me-home' lamps, refer to
on the windshield in front of the mirror.<
page 48
>Daytime driving lamps, refer to page 49
>Speed-dependent windshield wipers,
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refer to page 51
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TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY
The proper place for children Child-restraint system in the rear Exception for the front passenger seat
Children should always sit in the rear: Children under 13 years of age and Never install a rearward-facing child-
Accident research shows that the safest children less than 5 ft / 150 cm tall restraint system in the front passen-
place for children in a vehicle is in the rearshould always ride in the rear and the ger seat of this vehicle if the passenger's
seat. restraint systems should be secured with airbag is not deactivated. If you do so, the
the vehicle's safety belts.< child could be severely injured or killed
Older children should be tightly secured
when the airbag is triggered. Your vehicle is
with a safety belt, after they have out-
Younger children should be secured in an equipped with an airbag supplemental
grown a booster seat that is appropriate for
appropriate forward-facing child-restraint restraint system for the front passenger.
their age, height and weight.
system that has first been properly Because the backrest on any rearward-fac-
restrained. We strongly urge you to care- ing child-restraint system – of the kind
A child sitting in the rear seat and not
fully read and comply with the instructions designed for infants under 1 year and
properly restrained may place his or
for installation and use provided by the 20 Ibs / 9 kg – would be within the airbag's
her head on or near the airbag, if so
child-restraint's manufacturer whenever deployment range, you should never
equipped. For example, a child – even
you use such a device. mount such a system in the front passen-
though belted – may fall asleep with his or
ger seat, since the impact of the airbag
her head against the side airbag. It may be All rear seating positions in your vehicle
meet the recommendations of SAE J1819, against the child restraint's backrest could
difficult for a driver to ensure that children
an industry-recommended practice for lead to serious or fatal injuries.<
in the rear seat will remain properly posi-
tioned at all times and do not place their securing child-restraint systems in motor
heads on or near the side airbag. Therefore, vehicles.
we recommend that the rear side airbags, if
provided, be deactivated if you plan to
transport children in the rear seat.<
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OVERVIEW
Installing child-restraint systems To unlock the belt
Before installing any child-restraint system Release the buckle, remove the child-
or child seat, read the following: restraint system and allow the belt retrac-
tor to reel the belt completely in.
Always follow the manufacturer's
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instructions concerning installation
and use; otherwise the system's protective
function could be impaired.
After an accident, have all parts of the
affected safety belt system inspected and/
OPERATION
or replaced by your MINI Dealer.<
Child seat security
Commercially available child-restraint sys-
tems are designed to be secured with a lap All of the rear belt retractors and the front
belt or with the lap belt portion of a combi- passenger's safety belt can be locked for
nation lap/shoulder belt. Improperly or mounting and securing child-restraint sys-
inadequately installed restraint systems tems.
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can increase the risk of injury to children. Information regarding this is located near
Always read and follow the instructions the buckle latch of each safety belt.
that come with the system.
To lock the belt
Pull the entire length of the belt from the
belt retractor. Allow the reel to retract the
belt somewhat and engage the buckle,
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then tighten the belt against the child-
restraint system.
The retraction mechanism is now locked.
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Child-restraint system with tether Both seating positions are fitted with a LATCH child-restraint mounting
strap head restraint. system
If you use a child-restraint system with a Lift the head restraint and pass the tether Open the cover.
tether strap: strap between the head restraint and the The illustration is an example showing the
Depending on the location selected for seat back. It is recommended to readjust mounts for the LATCH, Lower Anchors and
seating in the rear passenger area, attach the head restraint into the lowest possible Tethers for CHildren, child-restraint mount-
the tether strap to the corresponding position. ing system at the right rear.
anchorage point to secure the child- Adjust the tether strap according to the The system is also available at the left rear
restraint system. child-restraint manufacturer's instructions. position.
Canadian models only:
The LATCH anchorage points are identified
by buttons, see illustration.
Always follow all manufacturer's

instructions and observe all safety
precautions when installing the LATCH
child-restraint system.<
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IGNITION LOCK STARTING THE ENGINE
OVERVIEW
1 Steering unlocked Do not let the engine warm up with
Individual electrical accessories are ready the vehicle at a standstill. Move off
for operation. immediately at a moderate engine speed.<
You will find that it is often easier to turn
Do not allow the engine to run in
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the ignition key from position 0 to
enclosed spaces. Breathing the nox-
position 1 when you move the steering
ious exhaust gases can lead to uncon-
wheel slightly to help disengage the lock.
sciousness and death. The exhaust gases
contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and
2 Ignition switched on colorless, but highly toxic gas.
All electrical accessories are ready for oper- Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
OPERATION
ation. the engine running. This is a safety hazard.
0 Steering locked When driving, standing at idle, and parking
The key can be inserted or removed in this 3 Starting the engine the vehicle, take care to avoid contact
position only. Vehicles with manual transmission: between the hot exhaust system and flam-
Step on the clutch when starting the mable materials, e.g. hay, grass, leaves, etc.
To lock the steering: vehicle. A lockout prevents the engine from Such contact could lead to a fire resulting in
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1. Remove the key starting if the clutch is not depressed.< serious personal injury and property dam-
2. Turn the steering wheel slightly to the age.<
left or right until the lock engages.
A sound alarm goes off if the key remains in
the ignition after opening the driver's door.
Vehicles with Continuously Variable auto-
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matic Transmission (CVT):
Do not move the selector lever from
position P until the engine is running.
The ignition key cannot be turned to
position 0 and removed until the selector
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lever is in position P, interlock.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting Manual transmission Continuously Variable automatic

When starting the engine, do not press the 1. Engage the parking brake Transmission (CVT)
accelerator pedal. 2. Put the manual gearshift lever in neutral 1. Press the footbrake
3. Press the clutch pedal 2. Put the selector lever in position P or N
Do not actuate the starter for too 4. Start the engine. 3. Start the engine.
short a time. Do not turn it for more
than approx. 20 seconds. Release the igni- Move the gearshift lever to neutral Move the selector lever to position P
tion key immediately when the engine position and engage the parking and engage the parking brake before
starts. brake before leaving your vehicle with the leaving your vehicle with the engine run-
Extended starting attempts, characterized engine running. ning.
by excessively frequent or long periods Do not leave the vehicle unattended with Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
with the starter engaged, can lead to dam- the engine running. This is a safety haz- the engine running. This is a safety haz-
age in the catalytic converter.< ard.< ard.<
If the engine does not start on the first

attempt, for instance if the engine is very
hot or cold:
When starting the engine, press the gas
pedal down halfway.
When first starting the engine at very low

temperatures, from +57 / –156:
When starting the engine, press the gas
pedal down halfway. For the initial start
attempt, allow the starter to remain
engaged somewhat longer, approx.
10 seconds.
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SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE PARKING BRAKE
OVERVIEW
You should never remove the ignition If, in exceptional circumstances, it
key when the vehicle is in motion, as should be necessary to engage the
the steering lock could engage. parking brake while the vehicle is in
When you leave the vehicle, always remove motion, do not pull the lever with excessive
the ignition key and engage the steering pressure. Keep your thumb pressed against
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lock. the release button while carefully pulling
When you park on downward slopes, the lever up to apply moderate pressure.
engage the parking brake.< Excessive pressure can lead to overbraking
and loss of traction, i.e. fishtailing, at the
Manual transmission rear axle. The brake lamps do not come on
OPERATION
Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0. when the parking brake is engaged.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
The parking brake is designed primarily to Always engage the parking brake when
Continuously Variable automatic
prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is parking on hills and inclined surfaces, as
Transmission (CVT)
parked. It operates against the rear wheels. first gear or reverse may not provide ade-
Engage selector lever position P, turn the
quate resistance to rolling.
ignition key to position 1 or 0.
To engage Vehicles with CVT:
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Lever automatically locks in position. Place the selector lever in P.<
The indicator lamp in the instrument clus-
ter lights up from ignition key position 2, To avoid corrosion and one-sided
refer to page 16. braking, apply the parking brake
lightly from time to time when coasting to
To release a standstill, for instance at a traffic light,
provided that it is safe to do so.<
1. Pull up slightly
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2. Press the button
3. Push the lever downwards.
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Reverse gear
Before selecting reverse gear, ensure the
vehicle is stationary; then, fully depress the
clutch pedal and pause briefly before mov-
ing the gearshift lever into position.
5-speed transmission:
Press the gearshift lever to the right and to
the back.
6-speed transmission:
Press the gearshift lever towards the left.
Thereby overcome the slight resistance and
6-speed transmission* press forward.
When changing gear in the 5th/6th As you do this, the backup lamps will turn
gear plane, press the gearshift lever on automatically when the ignition key is
to the right to prevent inadvertently shift- in position 2.
ing to a gear of the 3rd/4th gear plane.<
Do not hold the vehicle in place on
slopes by slipping or 'riding' the
clutch. Use the parking brake instead.
Riding the clutch causes the clutch assem-
bly to wear out sooner.<
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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT) *
OVERVIEW
You can drive with a continuously variable To prevent the vehicle from starting
shifting CVT. In addition, you can also shift off on its own, always move the
manually. selector lever to position P and engage the
When in manual selection mode, you have parking brake before getting out of your
the option of changing gears by using vehicle with the engine running.
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either the selector lever or the shift paddles Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
on the steering wheel. the engine running. This is a safety haz-
ard.<
Under normal operating conditions, fuel
consumption is lowest when driving in
If the selector lever is not placed in
position D.
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position P when the vehicle is parked,
the position display of the selector lever
Selector lever positions Range selection stays on. This can lead to battery dis-
P R N D M/S + – Inadvertent engaging of certain selector charge.<
lever positions is prevented by a lock.
Press the button on the front side of the
selector lever knob. The lock is released.
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While the vehicle is stationary, and
before shifting out of P or N, press the
brake pedal in order to disengage the selec-
tor lever lock mechanism, shiftlock.
If the engine speed is too high when the
vehicle is at a standstill, the selector lever is
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also blocked to protect the transmission.
Hold the brake pedal down until starting
off. Otherwise the vehicle will 'creep' when
a drive position is engaged.<
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P Park
Select P only when the vehicle is completely
stopped. The transmission locks to prevent
the rear wheels from turning.
R Reverse
Select P only when the vehicle is completely
stopped.
N Neutral: idle
Select N only if your journey is interrupted
for a long period. M/S + – Manual mode and Sport Shifting on the steering wheel*
program The shift paddles allow the gears to be
D Drive: CVT driving position Switch from D into M/S + –: changed rapidly and, above all, safely, since
This position is designed for driving under Activates the Sport program and displays both hands can remain on the steering
all normal operating conditions. SD in the gear indicator in the speedome- wheel.
ter. Use one of the two shift paddles to shift
Kickdown Press selector lever once: upwards or downwards:
In 'kickdown' mode, you achieve maximum Shifts from the Sport program to the man- >Pull shift paddle toward body:
acceleration and maximum speed in ual mode. Transmission shifts upwards
position D. >Push shift paddle away from body:
Press the accelerator pedal past the Shifting with the selector lever Transmission shifts back.
increased resistance point at the full-throt-
>Press selector lever briefly towards +: 1 to 6 appear in the gear indicator.
tle position.
Transmission shifts upwards The transmission will only execute upshifts
>Press selector lever briefly towards –: or downshifts that will result in a plausible
Transmission shifts back. combination of vehicle speed and engine
1 to 6 appear in the gear indicator. rpm, e.g. downshifts that would result in
excessive engine speed are not executed.
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OVERVIEW
In order to accelerate rapidly in the Avoid high engine loads. Please pro-
M/S + – Manual mode and in the ceed to the nearest MINI Dealer.<
Sport program, e.g. when passing, shift
downwards manually or by kickdown.< Do not work in the engine compart-
ment when a drive gear – forward or
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Whenever you want to return to automatic reverse – is engaged. If you do this, the
shifting, just move the selector lever vehicle could move.<
toward the left to position D.
Switching from M/S + – Manual mode into Jump-starting and towing, refer to
the selector lever positions P, R and N is pages 126, 128.<
OPERATION
only possible via D.
Available displays
P R N D SD 1 2 3 4 5 6 EP
Electronic transmission control module

If there is a malfunction in the transmission
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system, EP appears in the display.
All selector lever positions can still be
selected. In positions for driving forward:
the vehicle can now only be driven with a
limited gear selection.
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PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS
'Follow me home' lamps Daytime driving lamps*

If you activate the headlamp flasher after If you desire, the light switch can be left in
having switched off the engine and the position 2.
lights, the low beams will stay lit for a pre- When the ignition is switched off, the car's
set period of time. exterior lights go out.
You can have this function set by The automatic headlamp range con-
your MINI Dealer.< trol for xenon lamps only operates
with the light switch in position 1 or 2.<
Standing lamps, left or right
For parking, you can activate lights on one You can have the daytime driving
side of the vehicle. Observe local laws. lamp function activated/deactivated
Switching on the parking lamps by your MINI Dealer.<
Turn to the first position. The front, rear 1. Turn the ignition key to position 0 or
and side vehicle lighting is switched on. remove the key
Parking light on one side, refer to following 2. Switch on the low beams
column. 3. Move the lever to the adequate turn sig-
nal indicator position.
Switching on the low beams
'Lights on' warning
Turn to the second position. With the low
beams on and with the ignition switched If the lights have not been switched off and
off, only the parking lamps will remain on. the ignition key is in position 0, an acoustic
signal sounds for a few seconds when you
open the driver's door to remind you that
the lights have not been switched off.
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SIGNAL/HEADLAMP FLASHER INSTRUMENT LIGHTING FOG LAMPS
OVERVIEW
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OPERATION
1 Turn signal indicator: To control the instrument lighting, press When the parking lamps/low beams are
Green indicator lamps and periodic click- the button. switched on:
ing sound from the relay Briefly press the switch upwards or down-
2 High beams/Headlamp flasher: To increase the illumination intensity wards.
Blue indicator lamp Keep the button pressed until the desired Briefly press once again to switch off.
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brightness is reached.
To signal briefly Fog lamps*
Press the lever up to but not beyond the To decrease the illumination intensity Fog lamps switched on:
point of resistance. Press the button briefly. Green light-emitting diode in the
With each brief pressing of the button, the switch lights up.
If the blinking of the indicator lamp illumination intensity is reduced in steps.
and the clicking from the relay are Rear fog lamp*
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both faster than normal: one of the turn Rear fog lamp switched on:
signal indicators has failed.< Yellow light-emitting diode in the
switch lights up.
Observe all legal regulations concerning
the use of fog lamps.
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INTERIOR LAMPS WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM
Footwell and cargo area lamps

These lamps are controlled in the same way
as the interior light.
Switching the reading lamps on and

off
Press button 2.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)

Light-emitting diodes installed behind
translucent lenses serve as the light
The interior light is controlled automati- sources for many of the controls and dis- 0 Wipers parked
cally. plays in your vehicle. These light-emitting 1 Intermittent operation or rain sensor
diodes are related to conventional lasers,
Switching the interior lamps on and and legislation defines them as light-emit- 2 Normal wiper speed
off manually ting diodes, Class 1. 3 Fast wiper speed
Press button 1 briefly. 4 Brief wipe
Do not remove the protective lens
5 Clean windshield and headlamps
Permanently turn off interior light: and avoid staring directly at the unfil-
tered beam for several hours, as inflamma-
Press button 1 until the interior light comes Intermittent operation
tion of the retina could result.<
on briefly. Not on vehicles with rain sensor.
To reverse this condition, repeat the proce- The interval time for the wipers is depen-
dure. dent on the vehicle speed.
Rain sensor*
The rain sensor is located on the wind-
shield, directly in front of the interior rear-
view mirror.
When the rain sensor is activated, the
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WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM
OVERVIEW
windshield wipers are automatically con- You can have this function activated/
trolled depending on the amount of mois- deactivated by your MINI Dealer.<
ture, including snow, on the windshield.
Cleaning windshield and headlamps*
To activate the rain sensor: The system sprays washer fluid against the
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From ignition key position 1: windshield. The wipers are automatically
Lever in position 1. activated for a brief period.
The wipers move over the windshield once. When the vehicle lighting is on, the head-
To deactivate the rain sensor: lamps are also cleaned at appropriate inter-
vals.
OPERATION
Put lever in position 0.
Do not use the washers if there is any Rear window wiper
Switch the rain sensor off when pass-
danger that the fluid will freeze on
ing through an automatic car wash. 6 Intermittent operation:
the windshield. For this reason, use an anti-
Failure to do so could result in damage Turn the cap to position 6.
freeze agent, refer to page 98
caused by undesired wiper activation.< The rear window wiper moves across the
Do not use the washers when the reservoir
window a number of times before
is empty, since this could cause damage to
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Normal wiper speed the washing pump.<
switching to intermittent operation
When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers
switch automatically to intermittent wip- Cleaning rear window
Heated windshield washer jets*
ing. 7 Intermittent operation:
The windshield washer jets are heated
Turn the cap to position 7 and hold in
automatically when the ignition key is in
You can have this function activated/ place
position 2.
deactivated by your MINI Dealer.<
DATA
8 In lever position 0:
Turn the cap to position 8 and hold in
Fast wiper speed place
When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers
switch automatically to normal wiper
speed.
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CRUISE CONTROL*
On the multifunction steering wheel

and sports steering wheel
The vehicle maintains and stores any
desired speed when driving above approx.
20 mph / 30 km/h. Vehicles with manual
transmission must be driving in 3rd gear or
higher.
Do not use cruise control on twisting

roads, when high traffic density pre-
vents driving at a constant speed, or when
the road surface does not permit driving at
a constant speed, e.g. due to snow, rain, ice, To activate via the multifunction To deactivate
loose surfaces.< steering wheel Press button 2 repeatedly until the indica-
From ignition key position 1: tor lamp goes out.
Press button 2. The cruise control is deactivated when the
The indicator lamp in the instrument clus- ignition key is turned to position 0.
ter lights up. The stored speed is cleared.
Cruise control is active.
To activate via the sports steering

wheel
1. Start the engine
2. Press button 2.
The indicator lamp in the instrument clus-
ter lights up.
Cruise control is active.
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CRUISE CONTROL*
OVERVIEW
To maintain and store speed or to Press and hold button 4. To continue cruise control
accelerate With the cruise control active, the system Press button 1.
Press button 3. automatically reduces the throttle opening The vehicle accelerates to and maintains
The system maintains and stores the cur- to slow the vehicle. When you release the the last speed stored.
button, the system maintains and stores
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rent vehicle speed. Every time you tap the
button, the speed increases by approx. the current speed.
1 mph / 2 km/h.
To cancel the cruise control
Press and hold button 3. The cruise control is automatically can-
The vehicle accelerates without pressure on celed:
OPERATION
the accelerator pedal. When you release >When the brakes are applied
the button, the system maintains and >When the clutch pedal is depressed
stores the current speed. >If the cruise speed is either exceeded or
not met for an extended length of time,
If, on a downhill gradient, the engine for example if you press the accelerator
braking effect is not sufficient, the pedal and exceed the stored speed.
controlled speed may be exceeded. Speed
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The indicator lamp stays lit.
can drop on uphill grades if the engine out- You can use the cruise control again as
put is insufficient.< required.
On the multifunction steering wheel, the
To decelerate
cruise control can be interrupted manually:
Press button 4.
When the system is activated, press
If you are already driving with active cruise
DATA
button 2.
control, the speed is decreased by approx.
1 mph / 2 km/h every time you briefly tap
the button.
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ODOMETER TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE
1 Trip odometer Do not operate the engine with the needle In the speedometer
To set to zero: in the red overspeed zone of the gauge. If the indicator light 1 begins to be lit con-
With ignition key in position 1, press but- To protect the engine, the power is reduced tinuously, there are approx. 2.1 gallons /
ton 3 until the trip odometer is at zero. when you approach a certain engine speed 8 liters of fuel in the tank.
in this sector. Fuel tank capacity:
2 Odometer approx. 13.2 gallons / 50 liters.
You can activate the displays shown in the When you switch on the ignition, the indi-
illustration, with the ignition key in cator lamp lights up briefly to confirm that
position 0, by pressing button 3 in the dis- the system is operational.
play elements. If the angle of the vehicle varies, for exam-
ple when you are driving in mountainous
areas, the needle may fluctuate slightly.
Refill the gas tank early. If you drive

to the last drop of fuel, engine func-
tions are not guaranteed and damage can
occur.<
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FUEL GAUGE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
OVERVIEW
1 Red indicator lamp
When you switch on the ignition, warning
lamp 1 comes on briefly to confirm that the
system is operational.
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Lights up while driving:
Engine is too hot. Switch off the engine
immediately and allow it to cool down.
Navigation system option

Coolant temperature warning
OPERATION
lamp in the speedometer lights up
In the navigation system Low temperature while driving:
Please also comply with the instruc- The needle is at the bottom or on the right Engine is too hot. Switch off the engine
tions in the previous section.< of the range. immediately and allow it to cool down.
The engine is still cold. Drive at moderate
If the indicator light 1 changes from orange engine and vehicle speeds.
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to red, there are approx. 2.1 gallons /
8 liters of fuel in the tank. Center position
Normal operating temperature of the
engine.
High temperature
DATA
As soon as there is a deviation from the
center position upwards or to the left:
Drive moderately and at low engine speed.
If necessary, switch off the engine and
allow it to cool down.
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Checking coolant level, refer to page 100.
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SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY CLOCK
The onboard computer bases its calcula-

tions of the remaining distance on your
driving style in the period immediately pre-
ceding your data request. The remaining
distance display counts backwards in steps
of 35 miles / 50 km to the next service. A
flashing message and a minus sign in front
of the display that again begins counting
forwards mean that the service interval has
been exceeded.
Please contact your MINI Dealer for an
appointment.
Remaining distance for service Settings
The remaining-distance display disappears
The distance remaining before the next after approx. 5 seconds and changes to the From ignition key position 1:
scheduled service is displayed in miles / odometer and trip odometer display. Left button: hours
kilometers with the ignition key in position
For more information on the service inter- Right button: minutes.
1 or higher. The display also indicates
val display, refer to page 102.
whether an engine oil service and/or an
Move forward in increments:
inspection is due.
Press the button
or
fast forward:
Press and hold the button.
Changeover from 24-hour to 12-hour

mode:
Press both buttons at the same time for
approx. 5 seconds.
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ONBOARD COMPUTER *
OVERVIEW
Ice warning
If the outside temperature falls below
approx. 37 7 / +36, the onboard com-
puter automatically switches to the outside
temperature display.
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In addition, an acoustic signal can be heard
and the display flashes for a short time.
The ice warning does not exclude the

possibility that surface ice can form
OPERATION
at temperatures above 37 7 / +36, e.g.
on bridges and shaded roads.<
Mode selection Outside temperature
With the ignition key in position 1 and higher, If the vehicle is equipped with a tachome- With navigation system option:
you can use the button in the turn signal indi- ter, but not with an onboard computer, the
The temperature is displayed in the status
cator lever to retrieve information from the outside temperature is displayed.
line of the navigation system, refer to the
onboard computer for display in the tachom-
Owner's Manual for the navigation system.
You can have the units 6 or 7 set
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eter. By pressing the button briefly, you can
call up a new function for display. by your MINI Dealer.<
Current vehicle speed
The displays appear in the following order:
If the vehicle is equipped with a tachome-
Outside temperature, range, average con-
ter, but not with an onboard computer, the
sumption and current consumption, aver-
current vehicle speed is displayed.
age speed and current speed.
With the ignition key in position 1 and
DATA
Starting with ignition key position 1, the
higher, you can use the button in the turn
last active setting is displayed.
signal indicator lever to call this up in the
tachometer display. Briefly press the but-
If the vehicle is equipped with a navi-
ton to switch the display from the outside
gation system, you will find more
temperature to the current vehicle speed.
information on the onboard computer in
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the navigation system Owner's Manual.<
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ONBOARD COMPUTER *
Range Current fuel consumption

The onboard computer bases its calcula- The current consumption value is calcu-
tions for the cruising range on the driving lated and displayed on the basis of your
style and on the remaining fuel in the tank. driving style.
If the range displayed is less than You can have a different unit of mea-
35 miles / 50 km, be sure to refuel; surement set by your MINI Dealer.<
otherwise engine functions are not guaran-
teed and damage could occur.<
Average speed, average fuel

consumption
Press the button in the turn signal indicator
lever for a longer period.
The displayed average speed value and
consumption value are recalculated.
Any time spent when the vehicle is station-
ary and the engine is shut off is ignored for
the calculation.
You can have an other unit of mea-

surement set by your MINI Dealer.<
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ALL SEASON TRACTION CONTROL (ASC) *
OVERVIEW
The concept Indicator lamp
This system optimizes driving stability and The indicator lamp in the display
traction, especially when just starting off, elements will go out shortly after
when accelerating or when cornering. the ignition has been switched on,
refer to pages 16, 17.
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ASC recognizes the danger present in trac-
tion loss and will increase driving stability
and traction by reducing the engine's out- If the indicator lamp flashes:
put and, if necessary, by applying the ASC controls the drive and braking forces.
brakes to the front wheels. If the indicator lamp fails to go out after
ASC is operational each time you start the the engine is started, or if it comes on dur-
OPERATION
engine. It contains the following functions: ing normal driving and stays on:
The system is defective or was turned off To switch off the ASC
>Antilock Brake System (ABS)
using the button.
>Cornering Brake Control (CBC) Briefly press the switch.
The described stabilizing operations are no
>Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). The indicator lamp stays lit.
longer available.
You can, however, drive the vehicle nor- When driving with snow chains or to 'rock
The laws of physics cannot be free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off
mally without ASC.
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repealed, even with ASC. An appropri- the ASC for a brief period.
In the event of a malfunction, please see
ate driving style always remains the
your MINI Dealer, refer to pages 16, 17.
responsibility of the driver. Avoid using the To maintain vehicle stability, always
additional safety margin provided by the drive with the ASC switched on
system as an excuse for taking unnecessary whenever possible.<
risks.
Do not make any modifications to the ASC To switch the ASC back on
DATA
system. Allow only authorized technicians
Briefly press the switch once again.
to perform service procedures on the
Indicator lamp goes out.
ASC.<
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DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) *
The concept Indicator lamp

This system optimizes driving stability and The indicator lamp in the display
traction, especially when just starting off, elements will go out shortly after
when accelerating or when cornering. It the ignition has been switched on,
also maintains driving stability even in criti- refer to pages 16, 17.
cal driving situations.
DSC recognizes unstable vehicle conditions, If the indicator lamp flashes:
such as understeering or oversteering, and, DSC controls the drive and braking forces.
as far as is possible within the laws of phys-
If the indicator lamp fails to go out after
ics, helps keep the vehicle on a steady the engine is started, or if it comes on dur-
course by reducing the rpms and by brake ing normal driving and stays on:
applications to the individual wheels. The system is defective or was turned off To switch off the DSC
The DSC is operational every time you start using the button. Briefly press the switch.
the engine. It contains the following func- The described stabilizing operations are no The indicator lamp stays lit.
tions: longer available.
The vehicle will remain completely opera- When driving with snow chains, it may be
>All Season traction Control (ASC) effective to switch off the DSC for a brief
tional, however, without DSC.
>Antilock Brake System (ABS) period.
In the event of a malfunction, please see
>Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
your MINI Dealer, refer to pages 16, 17.
>Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). To maintain stability, always drive
with the DSC switched on whenever
The laws of physics cannot be possible.<
repealed, even with DSC. An appropri-
ate driving style always remains the respon- To switch the DSC back on
sibility of the driver. Avoid using the addi-
Briefly press the switch once again.
tional safety margin provided by the system
Indicator lamp goes out.
as an excuse for taking unnecessary risks.
Do not make any modifications to the DSC
system. Allow only authorized technicians to
perform service procedures on the DSC.<
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ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
OVERVIEW
The concept Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
The ABS keeps the wheels from locking Cornering Brake Control (CBC) is an
while braking, thereby enhancing active enhancement of ABS that improves vehicle
driving safety. stability especially when braking during
cornering.
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ABS also includes Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBD). When the vehicle is being braked, the rear
wheels are relieved from load, and this can
Braking with ABS cause the vehicle to oversteer in curves.
CBC counteracts this by making use of uni-
To achieve optimal performance from ABS
lateral braking pressure to generate a stabi-
when reacting to critical situations, you
OPERATION
lizing counter torque while braking outside
should apply maximum pressure to the
of the ABS control range.
brake pedal – panic stop.
Since the vehicle remains maneuverable, Electronic Brake Force Distribution
you can still go around any obstacles with (EBD)
the smallest possible steering movements.
In order to achieve a short braking distance
Pulsation of the brake pedal in conjunction when the vehicle is fully loaded, your vehi-
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with the sound of hydraulic regulation indi- cle is equipped with relatively large brakes
cates to you that you are driving at the limit on the rear axle. EBV continuously moni-
and reminds you to readapt your vehicle's tors the speeds of the rear wheels in rela-
speed to road surface conditions. tion to the front wheels in order to prevent
overbraking of the rear wheels even when
the vehicle has a light load. If the rear
DATA
wheels tend to lock, the EBV controls their
slip, ensuring operating stability.
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FLAT TIRE MONITOR
The concept System limitations

As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor keeps The Flat Tire Monitor cannot alert you
track of the tire inflation pressure in all four to severe and sudden tire damage
tires. The system alerts you when there is a caused by external factors, nor does it
substantial pressure loss in one of the tires detect the gradual and minor loss of pres-
relative to another. sure in all four tires.<
The tire inflation pressures are monitored
based on the speeds of the four wheels in On the other hand, the following situations
relation to one another. A flat tire is could lead to a delayed detection of pres-
detected as the result of differences in cer- sure loss or to the system not functioning:
tain speed ratios, and a warning is gener- >Driving on snow-covered or slippery
ated. roads Initializing the system
>Performance-oriented driving: slip at the
The system must be re-initialized
System requirements drive wheels, high rates of lateral accel-
immediately after changing a tire
So that the system can 'familiarize' itself eration
and wheel, or after correcting the pressure
with the correct inflation pressure, please >When driving with snow chains, false
in any tire. This requires a bit of driving.<
do the following: warnings and undetected pressure loss
may occur
1. Check the tire inflation pressure in all 1. Before a journey, start the engine, but do
>When driving with a space-saver spare
tires not start driving
tire, the Flat Tire Monitor cannot func-
2. Compare them with the inflation pres- 2. Press the button long enough for the
tion.
sure table, refer to page 88, and adjust indicator lamp in the display elements to
the pressures if necessary light up for a few seconds
3. Initializing the system. 3. Drive off.
It takes a few minutes before the Flat Tire
Monitor can detect a flat tire and issue an
alert.
Do not initialize the system if you are

driving with snow chains or a space-
saver spare tire.<
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FLAT TIRE MONITOR
OVERVIEW
Flat tire Vehicles with Run Flat tires:
Indicator lamp: 1. Reduce vehicle speed carefully to under
50 mph / 80 km/h. Avoid hard brake
The indicator lamp in the display
applications and steering maneuvers.
elements flashes. In addition, an
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph /
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acoustic signal sounds.
80 km/h
1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with
Since Run Flat tires are reinforced
caution. Avoid hard brake applications
on the flanks, it is usually not pos-
and steering maneuvers
sible to detect a loss of pressure from
2. Determine which tire is damaged
the outside, refer to Run Flat tires on
OPERATION
If this cannot be determined, con- page 93.<
tact your MINI Dealer.<
2. To continue driving, follow the instruc-
3. Replace the damaged tire, refer to tions on driving with damaged tires on
Changing tires on page 117, or repair the page 93.
flat tire using the MINI Moblity System,
refer to page 121. System malfunction
Indicator lamp:
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The symbol in the instrument clus-
ter lights up. The Flat Tire Monitor
is malfunctioning or out of order.
Please contact your MINI Dealer.
DATA
INDEX
63
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC) *
The concept You can have a signal tone set by your The volume can be set by your MINI
The PDC assists you when you back into a MINI Dealer as a confirmation that Dealer.<
parking space. A signal tone tells you the PDC has been activated.<
current distance to an object behind your System limitations
vehicle. To do this, four ultrasonic sensors Acoustical signals Even with PDC, final responsibility for
in the rear bumper measure the distance to The distance to an object is indicated by a estimating the distance between the
the nearest object. tone sounding at intervals. As the distance vehicle and any objects always remains
The sensors on each side have a range of between vehicle and object decreases, the with the driver.
approx. 2 ft / 60 cm, the middle sensors intervals between the tones become Even when sensors are involved, there is a
one of approx. 5 ft / 1.5 m. shorter. A continuous tone indicates the blind spot in which objects cannot be de-
presence of an object less than 8 in / 20 cm tected. Recognition of some objects can be
PDC is a parking aid that can identify away. beyond the limits of physical ultrasonic
objects if they are approached slowly, The warning signal is canceled after measurement, for example with towing
as is generally the case when parking. approx. three seconds if the distance to the bars or hitches or with thin or wedge-
Avoid driving towards objects rapidly; due object remains constant during this time, shaped objects. Moreover, low objects that
to underlying physical principles, the sys- for instance if you are moving parallel to a have already been detected, such as a curb
tem may otherwise alert you too late for wall. edge, can disappear out of the range of the
you to take evasive steps.< sensors before a continuous tone sounds.
Malfunction Loud sources of sound outside and inside
Automatic function your vehicle can drown the PDC signal
System malfunctions will be indicated by a
With the ignition key in position 2, the sys- continuous high-pitched tone when the tone.<
tem starts to operate automatically about system is activated the first time. Please
one second after you select reverse gear or have your MINI Dealer resolve the problem. Keep the sensors clean and free of ice
place the selector lever in position R. or snow in order to ensure that they
will continue to operate effectively.
Wait for this one second before you Volume control Do not apply high pressure spray to the
drive backwards.< The volume of the Park Distance Control sensors for a prolonged period of time.
signal can be adjusted from level 1, soft, to Always maintain a distance which is
The system is deactivated when you shift level 6, loud. greater than 4 in / 10 cm.<
away from Reverse.
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AIRBAGS
OVERVIEW
Each of the side airbags is designed to help in accordance with its intended function,
support the seat occupant's upper body. please commission a MINI Dealer with the
The airbags are designed to not be trig- inspection, repair or disassembly. Unprofes-
gered in certain types of collisions, e.g. in sional attempts to service the system could
minor accidents, certain kinds of vehicle lead to failure in an emergency or undesired
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rollover and rear impact. airbag activation, either of which could result
in personal injury. In view of the applicable
For information on the ideal seating position,
safety regulations, please arrange for your
refer to page 31.
MINI Dealer to dispose of the airbag genera-
tors.<
Do not apply adhesive materials to the
OPERATION
cover panels of the airbags, cover them
Airbag warning information is also pro-
1 Side airbags in seatback on the driver or modify them in any other way. Do not fit
vided on the sun visors.
and passenger side: front covers, cushions or other items to the front
seats that have not been specially approved
2 Head airbags on the driver and passenger Indicator lamp
for seats with side airbags. Do not hang cloth-
sides for both rows of seats: front/rear The indicator lamp in the display
ing, e.g. jackets, over the backrests.
3 Front airbags on the driver and passen- Do not attempt to remove the airbag elements shows the status of the
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ger sides restraint system from the vehicle. Do not entire airbag system and the seat
make any changes yourself to the individual belt tensioners starting from ignition key
Protective effect components and wiring. This includes the position 1.
The front airbags supplement the safety belts padded covers of the steering wheel, instru- System operational:
by providing additional protection for the ment panel and roof supports, as well as the >The indicator lamp comes on briefly.
driver and front passenger in the event of a sides of the roofliner and the original back-
DATA
frontal collision in which the protection rest covers on the front seats. Do not attempt System malfunction:
afforded by the belts alone may no longer be to remove or dismantle the steering wheel.
>The indicator lamp does not come on
sufficient. Do not touch the individual components
starting from ignition key position 1
When needed, the head and side airbags help directly after the system has been triggered,
>The indicator lamp stays lit
to furnish protection in the event of side as otherwise there is a danger of burns. In the
>The indicator lamp lights up while driving.
impact. event of malfunctions, immobilization or use,
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i.e. triggering, of the airbag restraint system
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AIRBAGS
A system malfunction could prevent

the airbags from deploying in
response to a severe impact occurring
within the system's normal triggering
range. Please have the airbag system
checked as soon as possible by your MINI
Dealer.<
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AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM *
OVERVIEW
CONTROLS
OPERATION
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1 Air onto the windshield and onto the 4 Temperature 68 8 Air distribution 68
side windows 5 Windshield heating 68 9 Recirculated air mode 68
DATA
2 Air for the upper body area 69 6 Blower for air supply 68 10 Rear window defroster 68
3 Air for the front and rear footwells 7 Air conditioning 68
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67
Air supply Rear window defroster Air conditioning

You can select blower speeds Rear window defroster switched Air conditioner switched on: indi-
from 1 to 4. Position 0: fan is on: cator lamp lights up.
turned off. The button for recir- Indicator lamp lights up. The air is cooled and dehumidi-
culated air mode fully blocks the As long as the indicator lamp is lit, the fied and – depending on the temperature
supply of air from outside. heating operates at high power output: setting – rewarmed.
Heating and ventilation operate as of rapid defrosting. Condensation on the windows is reduced
position 1. Indicator lamp goes out. when the air conditioning is turned on.
The heating continues to run with reduced
Temperature power output and then switches itself off When the air conditioner is operat-
ing, condensation is formed which
Turn to the right, red, to increase automatically.
then exits under the vehicle. Traces of con-
the temperature of the passen-
Windshield heating* densed water on the ground are therefore
ger compartment.
normal.<
Rapid heating: turn to the Windshield heating switched on:
extreme right. Then select a pleasant inte- Indicator lamp lights up.
Recirculated air mode
rior temperature. As long as the indicator lamp is
lit, the heating operates at high power out- Supply of outside air into the
put: rapid defrosting. vehicle is blocked:
Air distribution Indicator lamp lights up.
Air distribution in upper body Indicator lamp goes out.
The air within the vehicle is recirculated.
region , upper body region The heating continues to run with reduced
and footwell , footwell , power output and then switches itself off
Do not run the recirculated air mode
footwell and windows , and automatically.
over a longer period of time, as the air
windows . quality in the vehicle's interior will other-
All intermediate positions are possible, wise diminish.<
refer to illustration and overview on
page 67. If the windows fog up in the recircu-
lated air mode, turn the recirculated
air mode off and if necessary increase the
air supply.<
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OVERVIEW
Microfilter*
The microfilter removes dust and pollen
from the incoming or recirculated air.
Your MINI Dealer will replace it during rou-
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tine maintenance. A substantial reduction
in the air supply indicates that the filter
must be replaced before scheduled mainte-
nance.
OPERATION
Draft-free ventilation Defrosting and demisting windows
Air supply for the upper body area: 1. Set the rotary blower speed control for
Button 1: air outlets can be opened and the airflow rate to position 4
closed by turning. 2. Turn the rotary temperature control
The points indicate the position in each completely to the right, red
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case. 3. Rotary switch for air distribution in posi-
tion .
Nozzle 2: change the direction of the air-
Condensation is removed from the win-
flow by swiveling.
dows more quickly by activating the air
conditioning
4. To defrost the rear window: switch on
the rear window defroster and, if
DATA
required, the windshield heating.
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL *
1 Air onto the windshield and onto the 5 Interior temperature sensor, 10 Temperature 71
side windows please keep clear and unobstructed 11 Display for temperature and air
2 Air for the upper body area 72 6 Recirculated air mode 71 supply 71
3 Air for the front and rear footwells 7 Air conditioning 71 12 Blower for air supply 72
4 Rear window defroster and windshield 8 Automatic air distribution and 13 Defrosting and demisting the wind-
heating 71 supply 71 shield and side windows 72
9 Switching the automatic climate control 14 Individual air distribution 72
on/off 71
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OVERVIEW
Automatic air distribution and supply In the automatic program (AUTO), the air Rear window defroster and windshield
Automatic program (AUTO): conditioner is activated automatically. heating*
Indicator lamp lights up. Condensation on the windows is reduced Rear window defroster and wind-
Automatic adjustment of the air distribu- when the air conditioning is turned on. shield heating switched on:
tion and supply, and adaptation of the Indicator lamp lights up.
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specified temperatures to external influ- Condensation forms in the air condi- As long as the indicator lamp is lit, the
ences, i.e. outside temperature and sun- tioning system during operation, and heating operates at high power output –
light. then exits under the vehicle. Traces of con- rapid defrosting.
densed water on the ground are therefore
In the automatic program (AUTO), the air Indicator lamp goes out.
normal.<
conditioner is activated automatically. The heating continues to run with reduced
OPERATION
power output and then switches itself off
Recirculated air mode
You can change the unit from 6 to automatically.
7 by keeping extended pressure on Supply of outside air into the vehi-
the button.< cle is blocked: indicator lamp lights Temperature
up.
Setting the temperature:
Switching the automatic climate The air within the vehicle is recirculated.
Move or turn the wheel in the
control on/off In the automatic program (AUTO) in hot appropriate direction to increase
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The blower, heating and air condi- weather conditions, the recirculated air the temperature step by step.
tioner are switched off. mode is activated temporarily to enable
The figures in the display provide a general
faster cooling.
To switch the automatic climate control on indication of interior temperature. When
again: Press any button of the automatic you start the vehicle, the system ensures
Do not run the recirculated air mode
climate control. that the selected temperature is achieved
over a longer period of time, as the air
as quickly as possible and then maintained.
DATA
quality in the vehicle's interior will other-
Air conditioning wise diminish.<
Air conditioner switched on: indi- Permanent heating with maximum
cator lamp lights up. power output at temperature selec-
If the windows fog up in the recircu-
The air is cooled and dehumidified and – tion HI. Permanent cooling at LO.<
lated air mode, turn the recirculated
depending on the temperature setting – air mode off and if necessary increase the
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rewarmed. air supply.<
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Air supply Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter

Press the left or right half of the The microfilter removes dust and pollen
button: the air supply varies. from the incoming or recirculated air. The
activated-charcoal filter provides addi-
Defrosting and demisting windows tional protection by filtering gaseous pol-
Press the button briefly. lutants from the outside air.
The indicator lamp flashes. Your MINI Dealer replaces this combined
Ice and condensation are rapidly removed filter as a standard part of your scheduled
from the rear window, windshield and side maintenance. A substantial reduction in
windows. Condensation is removed from the air supply indicates that the filter must
the windows more quickly by activating the be replaced before scheduled maintenance.
air conditioning. Draft-free ventilation
The rear window defroster/windshield Air supply for the upper body area:
heating is switched on automatically. It can
Button 1: air outlets can be opened and
be switched off again separately.
closed by turning.
The points indicate the position in each
Press the button for a longer period.
case.
The indicator lamp stays lit. Permanent air
supply to the windshield and side windows. Vent 2: change the direction of the airflow
The air supply can be directed both to the by swiveling.
windows and to the footwell simulta-
neously.
The rear window defroster/windshield
heating is switched off.
Individual air distribution

Combine the air distribution your-
self. This switches off the auto-
matic program.
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GLOVE COMPARTMENT
OVERVIEW
CONTROLS
OPERATION
To open: Ventilation
Pull the handle. Turn the rotary switch to a horizontal posi-
The light goes on. tion:
The vents are open.
To close:
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Fold the door up. Turn the rotary switch to a vertical position,
see arrow:
To prevent injury in the event of an The vents are closed.
accident, close the glove compart-
ment immediately after use.< Depending on the temperature set-
ting of the air conditioning or the
DATA
automatic climate control, high tempera-
tures may result in the glove compart-
ment.<
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ASHTRAY, DRINKS HOLDERS CIGARETTE LIGHTER, 12 V POWER SUPPLY
A second 12 V socket is on the left-hand

side of the cargo area.
When the vehicle is equipped with a MINI
Mobility System, the 12 V socket is also for
supplying the compressor.
Ashtray From ignition key position 1:

The ashtray is located in one of the bever- Press the cigarette lighter in.
age holders in the center console. Remove as soon as the lighter jumps back
In the rear, an ashtray can also be fitted in out.
the beverage holder at the end of the cen-
ter console. Hold or touch the hot cigarette
lighter by the knob only. Holding or
Beverage holders touching it in other areas could result in
burns.<
There are two beverage holders at the front
of the center console. Another is located at
the end of the center console in the rear. Cigarette lighter socket, 12 V power
supply
Suitable for attaching power supplies for
flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., up to
a rating of approx. 200 watts at 12 volts.
Avoid damaging the socket with plugs of
different shapes or sizes.
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CARGO AREA
OVERVIEW
Cargo area cover
When the tailgate is opened, the cargo area
cover is also raised.
Never place any heavy or hard objects
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on the cargo area cover; otherwise
occupants could be injured during braking
maneuvers.<
OPERATION
Removal Foldable rear backrest
To load bulky luggage, the compartment 1. Pull lever
cover can be removed. 2. Fold the rear backrest forwards.
1. Remove the retaining straps on the tail-
gate When folding the backrest back into
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2. Pull the cargo area cover out towards its original position, always ensure
the rear. that the catch engages securely. A loose
backrest might fail to prevent cargo from
entering the passenger compartment dur-
ing sudden braking or evasive maneuvers,
posing a potential hazard to occupants.<
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75
LOADING CARGO
Avoid overloading the vehicle so that 4. The resulting figure equals the available
the permitted load on the tires is not amount of cargo and luggage load
exceeded. Overloading can lead to over- capacity.
heating and damage inside the tires. For example, if the XXX amount equals
Depending on the circumstances, this can 1,400 lbs. and there will be four 150 lbs.
result in sudden air loss.< passengers in your vehicle, the amount
of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 800 lbs.:
1,400 lbs. minus 600 lbs. = 800 lbs.
5. Determine the combined weight of lug-
gage and cargo being loaded on the
vehicle. That weight may not safely
Determining cargo limit exceed the available cargo and luggage
1. Locate the following statement on your load capacity calculated in Step 4
vehicle's placard: 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
The combined weight of occu- load from your trailer will be transferred
pants and cargo should never to your vehicle. Consult the manual for
exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs, as this could transporting a trailer to determine how
otherwise result in damage to the vehi- this may reduce the available cargo and
cle and unstable driving conditions.< luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
2. Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding
in your vehicle
3. Substract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kilo-
grams or YYY pounds
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LOADING CARGO
OVERVIEW
CONTROLS
OPERATION
Stowing cargo >For very heavy cargo when the rear seat Securing the load
>Place heavy cargo as far forward as possi- is unoccupied, fasten each safety belt in >Secure smaller and lighter items using
ble, directly behind the backrests, and as the opposite buckle. This provides addi- the cargo area net* or elastic straps
low as possible tional stabilization for the rear backrests. >For large, heavy items, see your MINI
>Cover sharp edges and corners Dealer for load-securing devices*. Lash-
>Do not pile objects higher than the top
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ing eyes are provided at the inner corners
edge of the backrest of the cargo area for attaching these
load-securing devices.
Comply with the information enclosed
with the load-securing devices.
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ROOF-MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK *
Always position and secure the load When loading a roof-mounted lug-
carefully. If you do not, it can endan- gage rack, ensure that there is suffi-
ger the passengers during braking or eva- cient space for the movement of the glass
sive maneuvers. sunroof and that no objects protrude into
Do not exceed the permissible gross weight the swiveling area of the tailgate, as other-
and axle load, refer to page 134; otherwise wise damage can occur.<
the vehicle's operating safety is no longer
assured and it will not be in compliance Do not secure the roof-mounted lug-
with the certification regulations. gage rack to the trim panels/strips:
Do not stow heavy or hard objects in the the lack of a secure hold could lead to dam-
passenger compartment without first age or accidents.<
securing them. Otherwise they would be
thrown around during braking and evasive Special roof-mounted luggage racks
maneuvers and endanger the occupants.< for your MINI are available as acces-
sories from your MINI Dealer.<
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OVERVIEW
CONTROLS
OPERATION
REPAIRS
DATA
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OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
CONTROLS
CONTROLS
OPERATION
REPAIRS
DATA
TECHNICAL DATA
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Operation 81
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
To ensure that your vehicle provides maxi- Tires

mum economy throughout a long service Due to technical factors associated with
life, we request that you comply with the their manufacture, tires do not achieve
following information: their full traction potential until after an
initial break-in period. Therefore drive care-
Engine fully during the first 200 miles / 300 km.
Up to 1,250 miles / 2,000 km:
>Drive at various vehicle and engine Brake system
speeds Approx. 300 miles / 500 km must be driven
>Do not exceed an engine speed of before the brake pads and rotors achieve
4,500 rpm or a vehicle speed of 95 mph / the optimum pad-surface and wear pat-
150 km/h. terns required for trouble-free operation
>Absolutely avoid using the full-throttle and an extended service life.
or kickdown position for the accelerator.
Up to 1,250 miles / 2,000 km: Clutch
Engine and road speeds can be gradually Roughly 300 miles / 500 km must be driven
increased. before the clutch starts to operate at opti-
mum efficiency. Remember to engage the
You should also comply with these break-in
clutch carefully during this initial period.
procedures if the engine has to be replaced
at a later point.
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GENERAL DRIVING NOTES
OVERVIEW
Parking the vehicle Driving through water High temperatures
Condensation forms in the air conditioner Do not drive through water on the High temperatures occur in any vehi-
system during operation, and then exits road if it is deeper than 1 ft / 30 cm, cle equipped with a catalytic con-
under the vehicle. Traces of condensed and then only at walking speed at the verter. Do not remove the heat protection
water on the ground are therefore normal. most. Otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the plates fitted in the area of the exhaust sys-
CONTROLS
electrical systems and the transmission tem and do not apply body-cavity pro-
Brakes may be damaged.< tectant to this area. When driving, standing
Do not rest your foot on the brake at idle, and parking the vehicle, take care to
pedal while driving. Even light but Clothes hooks avoid contact between the hot exhaust sys-
consistent pedal pressure can lead to high When suspending clothing from the tem and flammable materials, e.g. hay,
OPERATION
temperatures, brake wear and possibly hooks, ensure that they will not grass, leaves, etc. Such contact could lead
even brake failure.< obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang to a fire resulting in serious personal injury
heavy objects on the hooks. If you do so, and property damage.<
Hydroplaning they could cause personal injury during
When driving on wet or slushy roads, braking or evasive maneuvers.<
reduce road speed. If you do not, a
wedge of water can form between tires and
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road surface. This phenomenon is charac-
terized by a partial or complete loss of con-
tact between the tires and the road surface.
The ultimate results are loss of steering and
braking control.<
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REFUELING
Simple and environmentally friendly

Always observe all safety precautions
posted at the service station when
handling fuel.<
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle

completely into the filler pipe. Pulling the
nozzle out of the pipe during refueling:
>Results in premature pump shutoff
>Will reduce the effect of the fuel vapor
recovery system on the pump.
Always switch off the engine before Unlocking manually As long as the filler nozzle is used properly,
refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot In the event of an electrical malfunction, the fuel tank is full whenever the nozzle
be filled into the tank and the SERVICE the gas cap can be unlocked manually. shuts off the first time.
ENGINE SOON lamp may come on.<
1. Remove the side trim panel on the left-
hand side of the cargo area.
1. Open the fuel filler door
Remove the first aid pouch
2. Turn the gas cap counterclockwise
2. Pull the white lever toward the rear.
3. Put the gas cap in the bracket attached
The central locking system releases the
to the fuel filler door.
gas cap
3. Open the fuel filler door.
Always observe all applicable precau-
tions and regulations when handling
fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in
your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these
containers can leak, cause an explosion,
and lead to fire in the event of a collision.<
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REFUELING FUEL SPECIFICATIONS
OVERVIEW
Close the tank The engine uses lead-free gasoline only.
1. Put on gas cap Required fuel:
2. Turn gas cap clockwise until it clicks >Premium Unleaded Gasoline,
3. Close fuel filler door.
min. 91 AKI.
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Fuel tank capacity: AKI = Anti Knock Index.
Approx. 13.2 gallons / 50 liters, of which
approx. 2.1 gallons / 8 liters are reserve Do not use leaded fuels. The use of
capacity. leaded fuels will cause permanent
damage to the emissions-control system's
Close the gas cap carefully after refu- oxygen sensor and the catalytic con-
OPERATION
elling until a click is heard. verter.<
While closing, be sure not to squeeze the
strap which is fastened to the cap.
US models only:
A loose or missing cap will activate the
message CHECK GAS CAP in the Check Con-
trol* or the Check Gas Cap lamp*.<
REPAIRS
Do not drive until the fuel tank is
totally empty. Otherwise engine
operations are not guaranteed and damage
could occur.<
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85
BRAKE SYSTEM
Brake fluid level It is a good idea to periodically dry the Brake pads
If the brake fluid level is too low and brake brakes with a gentle application when driv- Brake pad sensors in the left brake pads of
pedal travel has become longer, there may ing in rain and on wet roads. Monitor traffic the front axle and in the right brake pads of
be a defect in one of the brake system's conditions to ensure that this maneuver the rear axle monitor the brake pad condi-
hydraulic circuits. does not endanger other road users. The tion. When the brake pads reach the wear
resulting heat dries the brake rotor and the limit, the brake wear warning lights up,
Proceed to the nearest MINI Dealer. brake pads. Then if braking effect is refer to page 16.
Higher brake application pressure needed, it is immediately available.
may be necessary under these conditions, Extended or steep mountain descents For your own safety: use brake pads
there may be a slight pull to one side, and should be driven in the gear or in the driv- which the manufacturer of your MINI
brake pedal travel may be longer. Please ing position in which only minimal periodic has approved for your particular vehicle
remember to adapt your driving style brake application is required. This helps model. The manufacturer of your MINI can-
accordingly.< avoid placing excessive loads on the brake not evaluate non-approved brake pads to
system. Stay within the allowable speed determine if they are suitable for use, and
Disc brakes range, refer to page 54. therefore cannot ensure the operating
When the vehicle is driven only occasion- safety of the vehicle in the event of their
ally, during extended periods when the Do not coast with the clutch pressed use.<
vehicle is not used at all, and in operating or with the transmission or selector
conditions where brake applications are lever in Neutral. Do not coast with the
less frequent, there is an increased ten- engine switched off. The engine provides
dency for corrosion of the brake rotors and no braking effect when the transmission is
accumulation of contamination on the in Neutral, and there is no power-assist for
brake pads. This occurs because the mini- braking when the engine is switched off.<
mal pressure that must be exerted by the
pads to clean the rotors by brake applica-
tions is not reached.
Corrosion on brake rotors is signaled by a
running or pulsation during braking; even
extended subsequent braking will not cure
this phenomenon.
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TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE
OVERVIEW
Information for your safety
It is not merely the tire's service life, but
also driving safety and driving comfort that
depend on the condition of the tires and
the maintenance of the specified tire pres-
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sure.
Check tire inflation pressures regu-

larly, including the space-saver spare
tire: at least twice a month and before long
OPERATION
journeys. Failure to observe this precaution
can result in incorrect tire pressures, which
Tire inflation pressures for original Checking the inflation pressure on the
cause unstable handling response as well
tires space-saver spare tire
as tire damage, and can ultimately lead to
an accident. Do not drive with deflated, i.e. The tire inflation pressures in psi and kilo- Behind the bumper there is a valve exten-
flat, tires except if Run Flat tires are fitted. pascal are given on the placard on the B-pil- sion accessible from the outside for check-
A flat tire greatly impairs steering and brak- lar that is visible when the driver's door is ing the inflation pressure.
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ing response, and can lead to complete loss open.
of control over the vehicle.< Run Flat tires
Inflation pressures for other tires Run Flat tires consist of self-contained tires
Checking tire inflation pressures In the following tire pressure table, all pres- and special rims. The tire reinforcement
Check the tire inflation pressures only on sures are specified in the psi / kilopascal ensures that the tire offers some residual
cold tires. This means after driving a maxi- units of pressure and apply to tires at ambi- safety in the event of pressure drop and
mum of 1.25 miles / 2 km or when the vehi- ent temperature. driving remains possible to a restricted
DATA
cle has been parked for at least 2 hours. degree, refer to page 93. The vehicle is
Warm tires have higher pressures. In order to determine the correct equipped with Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
inflation pressures for your tires, page 62.
After correcting the tire inflation refer to the values for the tire size in ques-
pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire tion.<
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Monitor, refer to page 62.<
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TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE
Model Tires
Pressures specified in psi / kilopascal

175/65 R 15 84 H
30 / 210 35 / 240 35 / 240 35 / 240
175/65 R 15 84 Q M+S
195/55 R 16 87 H
195/55 R 16 87 H M+S
30 / 210 30 / 210 35 / 240 35 / 240
205/45 R 17 84 V
MINI COOPER 205/45 R 17 84 V M+S
175/65 R 15 84 Q M+S
175/60 R 15 82 Q M+S
33 / 230 33 / 230 38 / 260 38 / 260
195/55 R 16 87 Q M+S
205/45 R 17 84 Q M+S
Space-saver spare tire T 115/70 R 15 90 M 61 / 420 61 / 420 61 / 420 61 / 420
195/55 R 16 87 V
30 / 210 30 / 210 35 / 240 35 / 240
195/55 R 16 87 V M+S
205/45 R 17 84 V
MINI COOPER S 205/45 R 17 84 Q M+S
33 / 230 33 / 230 38 / 260 38 / 260
205/45 R 17 84 V M+S
195/55 R 16 87 Q M+S
175/60 R 16 82 Q M+S 36 / 250 36 / 250 41 / 280 41 / 280
All-season tires, M+S, should be inflated to the same pressures as summer tires. Figures as stated here apply to the manufacturer's
approved or recommended tires; your MINI Dealer will be happy to provide information on request.
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TIRE CODING
OVERVIEW
Knowing the tire code on the tire's sidewall DOT code: DOT quality grades
makes it easier for you to choose and iden- e.g. DOT xxxx xxx 3603 Treadwear 200
tify the correct tires.
Manufacturer's code Traction AA A B C
for tire make Temperature A B C
Tire size
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Tire size and
e.g. 205/45 R 17 84 V
tire version All passenger car tires must conform
Nominal width in mm to Federal Safety Requirements in
Tire age
Cross-sectional addition to these grades.<
ratio in % Tire age
Tread wear
OPERATION
Radial belt construction The manufacturer of your MINI recom-
Rim diameter in inches mends replacing all tires, including the The tread wear grade is a comparative rat-
space-saver spare tire, regardless of actual ing based on the wear rate of the tire when
Load index,
wear, after 6 years at the latest. tested under controlled conditions on a
not on ZR tires
specified government test course.
Speed code letter, The date on which the tire was manufac-
tured is indicated by the code on the side-For example, a tire graded 150 would wear
in front of the R on ZR tires
wall: one and one-half, 1 γ times as well on the
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DOT … 3603 indicates that the tire was government course as a tire graded 100.
Speed code letters:
manufactured in Week 36 of the year 2003. The relative performance of tires depends
Q = bis 105 mph / 160 km/h upon the actual conditions of their use,
T = up to 118 mph / 190 km/h Uniform Tire Quality Grading however, and may depart significantly
H = up to 131 mph / 210 km/h from the norm due to variations in driving
Quality grades can be found where applica-
habits, service practices and differences in
V = up to 150 mph / 240 km/h ble on the tire sidewall between tread
road characteristics and climate.
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W= up to 167 mph / 270 km/h shoulder and maximum section width.
For example:
Tire Identification Number
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines
of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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TIRE CODING
Traction Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, higher levels of performance on the labora-
are AA, A, B, and C. tory test wheel than the minimum required
by law.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured under
The temperature grade for this tire is
controlled conditions on specified govern-
established for a tire that is properly
ment test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
A tire marked C may have poor traction per-
speed, underinflation, or excessive loading,
formance.
either separately or in combination, can
cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
The traction grade assigned to this
ure.<
tire is based on straight-ahead brak-
ing traction tests, and does not include
RSC Run Flat tires
acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.< You will recognize Run Flat tires by a circu-
lar symbol containing the letters RSC on
Temperature the side of the tire, refer to page 93.
The temperature grades are A, the highest,
M+S
B and C, representing the tire's resistance
to the generation of heat and its ability to Winter and all-season tires.
dissipate heat when tested under con- These have better winter performance
trolled conditions on a specified indoor lab- properties than summer tires.
oratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to a sudden flat tire. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
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TIRE CONDITION
OVERVIEW
Tire tread Tire damage
Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear, Unusual vibrations while driving can
signs of damage and for foreign objects indicate tire damage or other dam-
lodged in the tread. Check the tread depth. age to the vehicle. This may be caused, for
example, by driving over a curb. This is also
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The tread depth should not fall below
1/8 in / 3 mm. true for abnormalities in the vehicle's han-
Below 1/8 in / 3 mm tread pattern depth, dling characteristics, such as a pronounced
there is an increased risk of hydroplaning, tendency to pull to the left or right. Should
even at relatively moderate speeds and this occur, respond by immediately reduc-
with only small amounts of water on the ing your speed. Proceed carefully to the
OPERATION
road. nearest MINI Dealer or professional tire
Below a tread depth of 1/6 in / 4 mm, win- center, or have the vehicle towed there to
Wear indicators in the tread-groove base, have its wheels and/or tires inspected or
ter tires display a perceptible decrease in arrow, are spread around the circumfer-
their ability to cope with winter driving controlled. Tire damage – up to and includ-
ence of the tire and are marked on the side ing blowouts – can endanger the lives of
conditions, and should be replaced in the wall of the tire with TWI, Tread Wear Indi- both the vehicle occupants and other road
interest of safety. cator. The indicators in the tread indicate at users.<
1/16 in / 1.6 mm tread depth that the
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legally permitted wear limit has been
reached.
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91
WHEEL AND TIRE REPLACEMENT
Unprofessional attempts by laymen as manufacturing tolerances can result in generally do not achieve the full perfor-
to service tires can lead to damage contact between tire and bodywork, ulti- mance of winter tires.
and accidents. mately leading to serious accidents. The For mounting winter tires, refer to the
Have this work performed by skilled profes- manufacturer of your MINI cannot evaluate descriptions under Tire condition, page 91,
sionals only. Your MINI Dealer will be glad non-approved wheels and tires to deter- and Wheel and tire replacement.
to assist you with both their expertise and mine if they are suited for use, and there-
the proper equipment for your vehicle.< fore cannot ensure the operating safety of Run Flat tires:
the vehicle if they are fitted.<
If your MINI is equipped with Run Flat tires
The correct wheel and tire combination
– refer to Run Flat tires – use only these
also affects various systems that would Recommended tire makes:
tires, since no space-saver spare tire may be
otherwise be impaired, e.g. ABS or DSC. To maintain good handling and vehicle available in the event of a flat.
Have the wheels balanced after each tire or response, use only tires of a single tread
wheel replacement. configuration from a single manufacturer. Observing speeds:
In the event of a flat tire, remount the pre-
Never exceed the maximum speed
The manufacturer of your MINI rec- vious wheel and tire combination as soon
for which the winter tires are rated.
ommends that you avoid using as possible.
Unprofessional attempts by laymen to ser-
retread tires, as this could impair driving
vice tires can lead to damage and accidents.
safety. This is due to the possible variations Run Flat tires:
Have this work performed by skilled profes-
in casing structures and, in some cases, to If your MINI is equipped with Run Flat tires
sionals only. The technicians at your MINI
their extreme age, which can lead to a – refer to Run Flat tires – use only these Dealer will be glad to assist you with the
decrease in their durability.< tires, since no space-saver spare tire may be required professional knowledge and spe-
available in the event of a flat. cialized equipment.<
The correct wheels and tires
The manufacturer of your MINI rec- Special characteristics of winter tires Storage
ommends never mounting wheels The manufacturer of your MINI recom- Store tires in a cool, dry place, protecting
and tires that have not been specifically mends winter tires for driving in adverse them against light whenever possible. Pro-
approved by the manufacturer for use on winter road conditions. While all-season tect the tires against contact with oil,
your particular model. Although other tires with the M+S designation provide bet- grease and fuel. Do not exceed the maxi-
wheels and tires may theoretically have the ter winter traction than summer tires, they mum tire inflation pressure specified on
same dimensions, variations in factors such
the tire sidewall.
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RUN FLAT TIRES*
OVERVIEW
Continuing driving with a damaged Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a
tire speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. In case of
Depending on the load, you can continue tire pressure loss you must expect changes
driving with Run Flat tires at a maximum in vehicle handling such as lower track sta-
speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. bility during braking, longer braking dis-
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tances and changes in self-steering proper-
If there is a total loss of tire inflation pres-
ties when close to the handling limit.
sure, 0 psi / 0 kPa, or obvious tire damage,
For safety reasons, the manufacturer of
you can gauge the mileage for continued
your MINI recommends not having dam-
driving on the basis of the following indica-
aged Run Flat tires repaired. In this case,
tions:
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consult your MINI dealer.<
>With a light load:
You will recognize Run Flat tires by a circu- 1 to 2 persons without luggage: Tire change set
lar symbol containing the letters RSC on approx. 155 miles / 250 km
Your MINI is additionally equipped with a
the side of the tire. Run Flat tires consist of >With a medium load:
tire change set. This is located in the MINI
self-contained tires and special rims. The 2 persons, full cargo area, or
COOPER in the cargo area under the floor
tire reinforcement ensures that driving 4 persons without luggage:
mat.
remains possible to a restricted degree in approx. 95 miles / 150 km
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In the MINI COOPER S the tire change set is
the event of a pressure drop or even a flat >With a full load:
located in a separate bag which is attached
tire. 4 persons or more, full cargo:
to the eyelets on the cargo area floor by
approx. 30 miles / 50 km.
means of tie-down straps.
When mounting or replacing summer
Run Flat tires with winter tires, or vice When changing a tire, always observe the
versa, use Run Flat tires again since no safety measures on page 116, and follow
DATA
space-saver spare tire is available in the the procedure described on page 117 ff.
event of a flat. In this event, the manufac-
turer of your MINI recommends consulting In case of a flat tire, the tire change
your MINI Dealer. Your MINI Dealer has the set is not needed, since your MINI has
necessary special equipment and expertise Run Flat tires.<
for handling Run Flat tires.<
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93
SNOW CHAINS*
Only certain types of snow chains have

been tested by the manufacturer of your
MINI, classified as road-safe and approved.
Contact your MINI Dealer for more details.
The manufacturer of your MINI recom-
mends that you use only these approved
fine-link snow chains. Their use is only per-
mitted in pairs on the front wheels on win-
ter tires of the following types:
>175/65 R 15 M+S
>175/60 R 16 M+S.
When fitting, comply with the manufac-
turer's instructions. With chains, do not
exceed a speed of 30 mph / 50 km/h.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor

after attaching snow chains to the
tires.
When driving with snow chains, it can be
helpful to switch off the ASC or DSC for a
brief period, refer to pages 59, 60.<
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BONNET
OVERVIEW
Do not attempt to service your vehi-
cle if you do not have the required
technical background. Before working in
the engine compartment, switch off the
engine and allow it to cool down. Before
CONTROLS
working on the electrical system, always
disconnect the battery first. For all work on
the vehicle, comply with the appropriate
information and instructions. If you are not
familiar with the guidelines, the manufac-
OPERATION
turer of your MINI recommends that you
have the service work performed by your
MINI Dealer. Otherwise, work improperly To unlock To open
carried out on the parts and components Pull the lever in the right door area beneath 1. Reach under the bonnet
can pose a safety hazard for vehicle occu- the instrument panel. 2. Pull the release lever
pants and other road users.< 3. Open the bonnet.
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To close
Allow the bonnet to fall from a height of
approx. 1 ft / 30 cm.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the

travel path of the bonnet is clear
when it is closed, as with all closing proce-
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dures.
If it is determined that the bonnet is not
completely closed while driving, stop
immediately and close it securely, also refer
to page 16.<
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT: MINI COOPER
1 Reservoir for windshield washer 3 Engine oil filler neck 99 6 Reservoir for headlamp cleaning
system 98 4 Battery 124 system 98
2 Coolant expansion tank 100 5 Brake fluid reservoir 101 7 Engine oil dipstick 98
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT: MINI COOPER S
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1 Reservoir for windshield washer 3 Engine oil filler neck 99 6 Reservoir for headlamp cleaning
system 98 4 Auxiliary terminal for jump- system 98
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2 Coolant expansion tank 100 starting 126 7 Engine oil dipstick 98
5 Brake fluid reservoir 101
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WASHER FLUID ENGINE OIL
As with fuel economy, oil consumption is

directly influenced by your driving style and
vehicle operating conditions.
The oil volume between the two notches –
MIN, MAX – on the dipstick corresponds to
approx. 1.1 quarts / 1 liter. Do not fill
beyond the upper notch on the dipstick.
Excess oil will damage the engine.
Headlamp* and windshield washer The illustration shows as an example the

system dipstick of the MINI COOPER.
The capacity of the headlamp washer sys-
tem is approx. 2.6 quarts / 2.5 liters, that of Measuring the oil level
the windshield washer system approx. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface
2.1 quarts / 2.0 liters. 2. Switch the engine off after it has
Fill with water and, if required, with anti- reached normal operating temperature
freeze, according to manufacturer's recom- 3. Pull the dipstick out after approx.
mendations. 5 minutes and wipe it off with a lint-free
cloth, paper towel, or similar material
We recommend that you mix the 4. Carefully push the dipstick all the way
washer fluid before adding it to the into the guide tube and pull it out again.
reservoir.< The oil level must be between the two
marks on the dipstick.
Antifreeze agent for the washer sys-
tems is flammable. Always keep it well
away from sparks and open flames, and store
it in tightly closed containers well out of the
reach of children. Always observe the instruc-
tions for use provided on the container.<
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ENGINE OIL
OVERVIEW
For this reason, any skin areas that come Ask your authorized MINI Dealer for
into contact with oil should be thoroughly details concerning the specific MINI
washed with soap and water. High Performance Synthetic Oil or syn-
Always store oil, grease, etc., out of reach of thetic oils which have been approved.<
children. Comply with all warning labels
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and information on lubricant containers.< Viscosities
Viscosity is the oilflow rating as established
Comply with the applicable environ- in SAE classes.
mental laws regulating the disposal
The choice of the proper SAE class depends
of used oil.<
on the climatic conditions in the area
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where your MINI is used.
Specified engine oils
Adding engine oil
The quality of the engine oil selected has Approved oils are in SAE classes
Only top up oil when the oil level has critical significance for the operation and 5W-40 and 5W-30.<
dropped to just above the lower service life of an engine. Based on extensive
notch of the dipstick. However, never allow testing, the manufacturer of your MINI These oils can be used at all ambient tem-
the level to drop below the lower notch.< approves only certain grades of engine oil. peratures.
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Use only approved MINI High Performance
MINI engines are designed to operate
Synthetic Oil.
without oil additives; the use of addi-
tives could lead to damage in some cases. If you are unable to obtain MINI High Per-
That is also valid for the Continuously Vari- formance Synthetic Oil, you can add small
able automatic Transmission (CVT), the amounts of synthetic oil in between oil
gear box and the power assisted steering.< changes. Only use oils with the API SH spec-
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ification or higher.
The manufacturer of your MINI recom-
mends that you have the oil changed at
your MINI Dealer.
Continuous exposure to used oil has
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caused cancer in laboratory testing.
99
COOLANT
Do not add coolant to the cooling sys- To add coolant

tem when the engine is hot. Escaping MINI COOPER:
coolant can cause burns.
1. Slowly open the cap by pulling at the tab
Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents are
to allow accumulated pressure to escape
hazardous to health. Always store these
2. Pull open the cap completely
agents in tightly-closed original containers
3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant
kept well away from the reach of children.
until the correct level is reached; do not
Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents are
overfill.
flammable. Therefore, do not spill them
over hot engine parts; otherwise they may
MINI COOPER S:
ignite and cause burns. Always observe the
instructions for use provided on the con- 1. Open the cap by turning it slightly coun-
tainer.< The illustration shows as an example the terclockwise to allow accumulated pres-
coolant tank on the MINI COOPER. sure to escape
Comply with the applicable environ- 2. Unscrew and open the cap completely
mental laws regulating the disposal Checking coolant level 3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant
of antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents.< Correct coolant level with cold engine, until the correct level is reached; do not
approx. 687/206: overfill.
Up to the MAX mark of the transparent The coolant is made up of water and an
expansion tank. antifreeze with corrosion resistance. The
mixture ratio of 50 to 50 must be kept the
Only open the cap of the expansion entire year due to the required anti-corro-
tank when the engine has cooled sion property. No other additives are
down. The needle on the coolant tempera- required.
ture gauge in the display elements must be Replace the coolant every four years.
no higher than in the first quarter; other-
wise there is a danger of scalding.<
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BRAKE FLUID
OVERVIEW
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it
absorbs moisture from the air over
time.
In order to ensure the brake system's safety
and reliability, have the brake fluid
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changed every two years by a MINI Dealer,
also refer to the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US models or the
Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models. Brake fluid is toxic and
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also damages vehicle paintwork. Always
store brake fluid in tightly closed original
Warning lamp containers kept well away from the reach
If the brake warning lamp comes of children.
on with the parking brake released: Do not spill the brake fluid and do not fill
The brake fluid level is too low, the brake fluid reservoir beyond the MAX
refer to page 15. mark. The brake fluid could ignite upon
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contact with hot engine parts and cause
Brake warning lamp for Canadian
serious burns.<
models.
Comply with the applicable environ-
Adding brake fluid mental laws regulating the disposal
To add brake fluid or to determine and cor- of brake fluid.<
rect the cause of brake fluid loss, please
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consult your MINI Dealer. Your MINI Dealer
is familiar with the specifications for fac-
tory-approved brake fluids, DOT 4.
Brake fluid loss may result in extended
brake pedal travel. If this occurs, refer to
the information on page 86.
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MINI MAINTENANCE SYSTEM
Service interval display Service and Warranty Information

While conventional systems specify main- Booklet for US models, Warranty and
tenance according to fixed distances Service Guide Booklet for Canadian
driven, the MINI Maintenance System takes models
account of the operating conditions of the For additional information on maintenance
vehicle, for distances can be driven in many intervals and procedures, please refer to
different ways: the Service and Warranty Information
60,000 miles / 100,000 km short distance Booklet for US models or the Warranty and
operation can not be equated with Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
60,000 miles / 100,000 km long distance As a precaution against rust, it is advisable
operation from a maintenance standpoint. to have the body checked for damage from
The MINI Maintenance System has been The condition-based MINI Maintenance rocks or gravel at the same time, depending
designed as a reliable means of providing System includes the Engine Oil Service and upon operating conditions.
maximum driving and operating safety, Inspections I and II.
and as cost-effective for you as possible. Determining the maintenance intervals Have your vehicle's maintenance and
according to the actual use of the vehicle repairs performed at your MINI
Please bear in mind that regular mainte-
Dealer. Be sure that all maintenance work
nance is not only necessary for the safety of covers every kind of operating situation.
People who drive very little, i.e. much less is confirmed in the Service and Warranty
your vehicle, but also plays a significant
Information Booklet for US models or the
role in maintaining the resale value of the than 6,000 miles / 10,000 km per year,
should have the engine oil changed at least Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
vehicle.
every 2 years since oil deteriorates over Canadian models. These entries are your
time, regardless of use. proof that the vehicle has received regular
maintenance. They are also a requirement
For more information on the service inter-
for warranty claims.<
val display, refer to page 56.
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CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
OVERVIEW
Suitable car-care products Switch the rain sensor off when pass- Vehicle paintwork
Use the cleaning and car-care prod- ing through an automatic car wash, Regular care contributes greatly to driving
ucts available at your MINI Dealer.< refer to page 50. Failure to do so could safety and value retention.
result in damage caused by undesired
Environmental influences varying from one
Washing your vehicle wiper activation.<
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region to the next can affect the vehicle
You can wash your new MINI from the out- paintwork. Please base the frequency and
Rod antenna
set in automatic car washes. Preference scope of car care on these various influ-
should be for cloth car washes. If, due to If necessary, for example before ences.
lack of availability, brush car washes must entering a car wash or a garage with
be used, modern systems with soft brushes elevator ramp, remove the rod antenna. Care of upholstery
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should be given preference. To do so, grip the rod antenna at the base
Depressions that come about on the uphol-
and unscrew it from the antenna foot by
stery material of the seats in daily use can
When using steam cleaners or high- turning it to the left.< be brushed out using a slightly damp brush
pressure cleaners, maintain sufficient against the grain.
distance to the vehicle and do not exceed a Headlamps
The fact that velour lays down is not a qual-
maximum temperature of 1407/ 606 . When cleaning the headlamps,
ity defect, but rather is inevitable in the
If the jet is too close or the pressure is too please observe the following: do not
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case of home textiles or clothing materials.
high, this can lead to damage or initial rub them dry, and never use abrasives or
damage that can develop into more serious strong solvents. Remove dirt and contami- In the case of strong sunlight and longer
damage. Water that enters vehicle compo- nation, such as insects, by soaking with parking periods, cover the seats or all win-
nents can lead to damage over the long shampoo and then rinsing with plenty of dows to prevent discoloration.
term.< water. Always use a deicer spray to remove
accumulated ice and snow; never use a
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After washing the vehicle, apply the scraper.<
brakes briefly to dry them, otherwise
water can reduce braking efficiency over
the short term and the brake rotors can cor-
rode.<
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CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Care of special parts >Plastic parts, imitation leather surfaces, >Floor carpets and floor mats*:
>Light-alloy wheels*: headliner, lamp glass, covering glass for If heavily soiled, clean using interior
Use wheel cleaner especially during the the display elements, as well as matt cleaner. Floor mats can be removed to
winter months, but do not use any ag- black molded parts: allow the interior to be cleaned
gressive, acidic, strong alkali or rough Clean with water and, if necessary, plas- >Wiper blades:
cleansers or steam jets above 1407/ tic care products. Do not dampen seats Clean with soapy water. Replace wiper
606 . Observe the manufacturer's in- and the headliner. blades twice a year, before and after the
structions Never use solvents such as lacquer thin- cold season. This is particularly impor-
>Chrome parts* such as bonnet grill, door ner, heavy-duty grease remover, fuel or tant on vehicles fitted with a rain sensor.
handles, etc.: similar
Especially if exposed to road salt, care- >Wood paneling*:
fully clean these parts with plenty of Please clean wood paneling and other
water and possibly with a shampoo addi- wood parts only with a damp cloth. Dry
tive. off with a soft cloth
For additional treatment, use chrome >Safety belts:
polish Only clean using mild soap, leaving the
>Rubber parts: belts fitted.
Treat only with water or rubber care Do not dry clean, as the fabric can be
products destroyed.
Always roll up safety belts only when dry.
Do not use silicon sprays or other
Dirty safety belts prevent unrolling and
silicon-containing care products,
thus negatively affect safety
otherwise noise and damage could
occur.<
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CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE
OVERVIEW
Caring for leather* and imitation Cleaning agents can contain hazard- Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you
leather ous or health-damaging substances. on what is important if the vehicle is to be
The leather and imitation leather used by For this reason, always observe the warn- decommissioned for longer than three
the manufacturer of your MINI are high ings on the package. For interior cleaning, months.
quality products processed using state-of- always open the doors or windows of the
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the-art methods and will retain their qual- vehicle.
ity level for many years if cared for prop- Do not use any products that are not
erly. intended for cleaning the vehicle.<
Regular cleaning and care are necessary, as
dust and road dirt scratch in pores and
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creases and lead to heavy wear as well as
premature brittleness of the leather and
imitation leather surface.
This is why you should use a cloth or vac-
uum cleaner to remove dust on a regular
basis.
Since dirt and oil slowly destroy the protec-
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tive layer of the leather and imitation
leather, a treatment with a leather care
product is necessary twice a year. This pre-
serves the quality of the leather and pre-
vents electrostatic charging.
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OBD SOCKET
An illuminated lamp informs you of

the need for service, not of the
need to stop the vehicle.
However, the system should be checked by
your MINI Dealer at the earliest possible
opportunity.
Indicator lamp for Canadian mod-
els.
Under certain conditions, the indicator will

blink or flash. This indicates a rather severe
The Onboard Diagnostic OBD interface level of engine misfire. When this occurs,
socket is located on the left of the driver's you should reduce speed and consult the
side under the instrument panel and under nearest MINI Dealer as soon as possible.
a cover. Severe engine misfire over only a short
The cover has the letters OBD on it. period of time can seriously damage emis-
sion control components, especially the
The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure catalytic converter.
proper operation of the emission control
system for the vehicle's lifetime. The sys- When the gas cap is not properly
tem monitors emission-related compo- tightened, the OBD system can detect
nents for deterioration and malfunction. the vapor leak and the indicator will light
up. If the cap is subsequently tightened, the
indicator lamp should go out within a few
days.<
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
OVERVIEW
California laws require us to state the fol-
lowing warning:
Engine exhaust and a wide variety of

automobile components and parts,
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including components found in the interior
furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects and
reproductive harm.
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In addition, certain fluids contained in vehi-
cles and certain products of component
wear contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds.
REPAIRS
Wash your hands after handling. Used
engine oil contains chemicals that have
caused cancer in laboratory animals.
Always protect your skin by washing thor-
oughly with soap and water.<
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108
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Repairs 109
ONBOARD TOOL KIT WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Storage location
MINI Mobility System with tire change set
and onboard tools:
>In the cargo area under the floor mat.
Tire change set and onboard tools for Run
Flat tires:
>Tire change set:
In the cargo area in a separate pouch,
refer to page 123
>Onboard tool kit:
on the left-hand side of the cargo area
The picture shows as an example the tire behind the side trim panel. Windshield wiper
change set with onboard tools for vehicles
Tire change set with space-saver spare tire: 1. Rotate the wiper arm completely out
with the space-saver spare tire. from the windshield
>In the cargo area under the floor mat. 2. Set the wiper blade at an angle
Depending on the level of equipment
options, your MINI is fitted with a special 3. Press the securing spring, arrow
onboard tool kit stored at the locations 4. Unhook the wiper blade towards the
described below: windshield
5. Pull the wiper blade past the wiper arm
toward the top
6. Insert the new wiper blade
7. Press into position until you hear it
engage.
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WIPER BLADES LAMPS AND BULBS
OVERVIEW
Lamps and bulbs are an important compo- Whenever working on the electrical
nent of vehicle safety. Therefore, proceed system, switch off the electrical
carefully when handling bulbs. The manu- accessory you are working on or disconnect
facturer of your MINI recommends that you the cable from the negative terminal of the
have such work performed by your MINI battery. Failure to do this could result in
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Dealer if you are not familiar with the pro- short circuits.
cedures. To prevent injuries and damage, comply
with any instructions provided by the bulb
Do not touch the glass portion of a manufacturer.<
new bulb with your bare hands since
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even small amounts of impurities burn into
the surface and reduce the service life of
Rear window wiper the bulb. Use a clean cloth, paper napkin, or
1. Rotate the wiper arm completely out similar material, or hold the bulb by its
from the windshield metallic base.<
2. Turn the wiper blade as far as it will go
to the rear, see arrow A replacement bulb set is available at your
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3. Press the wiper blade against the limit MINI Dealer.
and thus out of the mounting
4. Press the new wiper blade into the
mounting.
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LAMPS AND BULBS
1. Pull on the tab of the cover of the defec-

tive lamp and open it
2. Press the retaining wire lightly at the
eyelet and at the same time guide it out-
wards
3. Fold the retaining wire down
4. Remove the lamp holder and replace the
lamp
5. Reinsert the lamp holder in the correct
position
6. Fold the retaining wire back up and
catch in place.
1 Low beams Ensure that it is placed in the middle of Turn signal indicators, front
H7 bulb, 55 Watts the wire connector. 21 Watt bulb
1. Open the bonnet
2 High beams Xenon lamps* 2. Reach into the opening for the turn sig-
H7 bulb, 55 Watts The service life of these bulbs is very long nal indicators from above
and the probability of a failure is very low, 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb holder
The H7 bulb is pressurized. Therefore, provided that they are not switched on and while turning it to the left
wear safety glasses and protective off an unusual number of times. If one of 4. Remove and replace the bulb.
gloves. If the lamp is damaged there is a these bulbs should nevertheless fail, it is
risk of injury.< possible to continue driving with great cau- Parking lamps and standing lamps
tion using the fog lamps, provided traffic 5 Watt bulb
Replacing bulbs laws in your area do not prohibit this.
The parking lamps and standing lamps are
The headlamps are integrated into the integrated in the lamp housing of the turn
MINI engine compartment. Because of the extremely high volt-
signal indicator.
ages involved, any work on the xenon
lighting system should be carried out by 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull
technically qualified personnel only. Other- out
wise, there is a risk of fatal injury.< 2. Remove and replace the bulb.
112
LAMPS AND BULBS
OVERVIEW
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Side turn signal indicators Fog lamps* Tail lamps
5 Watt bulb H11 bulb, 55 Watts Rear lamp 3: bulb 21/5 Watts
1. Press lamp toward vehicle tailgate and Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a Other bulbs: 21 Watts
remove malfunction. 1 Rear fog lamp* red
2. Remove and replace the bulb. 2 Turn signal indicator yellow
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3 Rear lamp red
Side marker lamps
4 Rear lamp/Brake lamp red
3 Watt bulb
Side marker lamps in the wheelhouse pan-
eling of the bumper.
Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a
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malfunction.
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LAMPS AND BULBS
To make this clear, the illustration shows a Backup lamp Center high-mount brake lamp
dismantled tail lamp with the bulb holder With the space-saver spare tire option: LED strip on the tailgate.
removed. All of the bulbs are integrated in
Access to the lamp via the back or under- Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a
the bulb holder.
side of the bumper. malfunction.
To reach the bulb holder, remove the cover
1. Press the clips together
of the side trim panel in the cargo area.
2. Push the lamp out of the bumper
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
Replacing bulbs turning it to the left
1. Unplug the power supply 4. Remove and replace the bulb.
2. Release the bulb holder, arrow, and
remove Other equipment:
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a
turning it to the left
malfunction.
4. Remove and replace the bulb
5. Plug in the power supply receptacle
6. Press the bulb holder into position until
you hear it engage.
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LAMPS AND BULBS
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License plate lamps Interior lamps Illuminated vanity mirror
5 Watt bulb 6 Watt xenon bulb Lamps in the vanity mirror in the sun visor.
1. Apply a screwdriver to the recess and 1. Press out the lamp cover with a screw- Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a
lever out the lamp cover driver malfunction.
2. Replace the bulb. 2. Remove and replace the bulb.
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Reading lamps
2 x 6 Watt xenon bulbs
1. Press out the lamp cover with a screw-
driver
2. Unscrew the entire lamp with a screw-
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driver
3. Remove the bulb from above and
replace.
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LAMPS AND BULBS REPAIRING A FLAT TIRE
Footwell lamps Safety measures in the event of a flat

5 Watt bulb tire:
Stop the vehicle as far as possible from
1. Press out the lamp cover with a screw-
passing traffic. Switch on the hazard warn-
driver
ing flashers.
2. Remove and replace the bulb.
Turn the steering wheel to the straight-
ahead wheel position and engage the
Glove compartment lamp steering lock. Engage the parking brake and
5 Watt bulb shift into 1st or reverse gear – selector lever
1. Press out the lamp cover with a screw- in P.
driver All passengers should be outside the vehi-
2. Remove and replace the bulb. cle and well away from your immediate
Cargo area lamps working area – behind a guardrail, for
5 Watt bulb instance.
1. Press the lamp cover to the left and out If a portable hazard warning lamp is avail-
with a screwdriver. able, set it up on the roadside at an appro-
2. Remove and replace the bulb. priate distance from the rear of the vehicle.
Comply with all safety guidelines and regu-
lations.<
In the event of a flat tire, different proce-

dures should be followed depending on the
equipment included in your MINI:
>Vehicles with Run Flat tires, refer to
page 93
>Vehicles with a space-saver spare tire,
refer to the following section
>Vehicles with MINI Mobility System,
refer to page 121.
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CHANGING TIRES: MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE *
OVERVIEW
Additional safety measures in the
event of a wheel change:
Change the wheel only on a level, firm sur-
face which is not slippery.
The vehicle or the jack could slip sideways
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on soft or slippery support surfaces, such as
snow, ice, flagstones, etc..
Do not use a wooden block or similar object
as a support base for the jack, as this would
prevent it from extending to its full support
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height and reduce its load-carrying capac-
ity.
Do not lie under the vehicle or start the Tire change set Removing the space-saver spare tire
engine when the vehicle is supported by On vehicles with a space-saver spare tire, The screw connection of the space-saver
the jack – risk of fatal injury.< the tire change set is stored in the cargo spare tire is in the cargo area under the
area under the floor mat. floor mat, on the base of the storage com-
To change a space-saver tire, proceed as 1 Chock, folding partment for the tire change set.
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follows: 1. Loosen the screw connection using the
2 Hubcap remover
>Remove space-saver spare tire, refer to wheel lug bolt wrench
3 Wheel stud wrench
the section after the next one 2. Take out the cover panel
>Prepare for tire change, refer to page 119 4 Jack
>Jack up the vehicle, refer to page 119 5 Lug wrench
>Fit the space-saver spare tire, refer to 6 Towing eyelet
page 120
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>Tighten the lug bolts, refer to page 120 7 Lifting handle
>Drive with space-saver spare tire, refer to The onboard tool kit includes a pouch with
page 120. a plastic bag in which you can place the
damaged wheel.
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3. Screw the lifting handle from the 5. Squeeze the securing springs 9. Pull out the space-saver spare tire
onboard tool kit onto the thread 6. The space-saver spare tire is released towards the rear underneath the vehi-
4. Raise the lifting handle slightly and must be held by the lifting handle cle
7. Lower the space-saver spare tire with 10. Position the space-saver spare tire with
the lifting handle the valve facing upwards
8. Unscrew the lifting handle again 11. Unscrew the valve extension from the
valve of the space-saver spare tire
12. Unscrew the dust cap from the exten-
sion and attach to the valve on the
spare tire.
Due to its different dimensions, the

damaged wheel cannot be placed in
the recess for the space-saver spare tire.<
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OVERVIEW
Preparing for a tire change
Follow the safety precautions on
pages 116 and 117.<
1. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from roll-
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ing:
Place the folding chock behind the front
wheel on the other side of the vehicle;
on downward inclines, place it in front of
this wheel.
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If the wheel is changed on a surface with
a more severe slope, take additional pre-
Jacking up the vehicle 2. During jacking up, insert the jack head in
cautions to secure the vehicle from roll-
1. Place the jack at the jacking point closest the square recess of the jacking point
ing
to the wheel. 3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you
2. Loosen the lug bolts by a half turn.
The jack base must be perpendicular to are changing is raised from the ground.
the surface beneath the jacking point
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The vehicle jack is designed for
changing wheels only. Do not
attempt to raise another vehicle model
with it or to raise any load of any kind. To
do so could cause accidents and personal
injury.<
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Fitting the space-saver spare tire Driving with the space-saver spare tire
1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed of
wheel 50 mph / 80 km/h.
2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt You must expect changes in vehicle han-
from the mounting surfaces of the dling such as lower track stability during
wheel and hub. Clean the lug bolts braking, longer braking distances and
3. Fit the space-saver spare tire changes in self-steering properties when
4. Screw at least two lug bolts finger-tight close to the handling limit. These effects
into opposite bolt holes are more pronounced when driving with
5. Screw in the remaining bolts winter tires.
6. Tighten all the lug bolts firmly in a diag-
onal pattern Only one space-saver spare tire may
7. Lower the vehicle be mounted at one time. Reinstall a
8. Remove the jack. wheel and tire of the original size as soon
as possible.<
Tightening the lug bolts
Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern. Check the tire inflation pressure at
the earliest opportunity and correct it
As soon as possible, have the secure if necessary.<
seating of the lug bolts, tightening
torque 88.5 lb ft / 120 Nm, checked using a
calibrated torque wrench. Otherwise, a
wheel coming loose can lead to a severe
accident.<
Replace the defective tire as soon as possi-

ble and have the new wheel/tire assembly
balanced.
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MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM *
OVERVIEW
MINI Mobility System 1 Jack
To repair a flat tire you will find a MINI 2 Chock, folding
Mobility System in your MINI. With the 3 Wheel stud wrench
help of this system you can apply a liquid
4 Hubcap remover
sealant on the inside of the tire, which seals
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the damaged area and enables you to con- 5 Wrench, screwdriver/Phillips screw-
tinue to drive. driver, towing eyelet
6 Compressor, hose with manometer and
Preparing for tire repair plug for cigarette lighter socket
Before using the MINI Mobility Sys- 7 Package with filling hose, valve
OPERATION
tem read the warning and danger remover and valve core
precautions on the equipment.< MINI Mobility System with onboard 8 Filling canister
tools 9 Hex wrench/screwdriver
If possible, leave objects in which have
The MINI Mobility System with tire change
been forced into the tire. 10 Adapter for wheel lug lock
set and onboard tools is located in the
Take off the tag regarding speed limits and cargo area under the floor mat:
stick it onto the steering wheel.
REPAIRS
Using the MINI Mobility System
In order to repair a flat tire with the MINI
Mobility System, proceed as follows:
>Pump in liquid sealant, refer to page 122
>Reinflate the tire, refer to page 122
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>Distribute liquid sealant, refer to
page 123
>Check tire inflation pressure, refer to
page 123
>Drive on, refer to page 123.
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5. Remove the cap from the filling hose

6. Push the filling hose onto the tire valve
7. Hold the filling canister with the cap
down and squeeze.
Squeeze the entire contents of the canis-
ter into the tire
8. Remove filling hose
9. Screw valve core into the tire valve with
the valve remover.
In the event of a lost or dirty valve

core you will find another valve core
Pumping in liquid sealant in a package with the filling hose.< Reinflating the tire
1. Shake the filling canister 1. Screw hose 1 with manometer onto the
2. Screw the filling hose onto the filling Please remember that the liquid can- tire valve
canister ister must be replaced every four 2. Connect plug 3 to the cigarette lighter
3. Unscrew the dust protection cap from years if the equipment has not been socket in the vehicle interior, refer to
the valve of the defective tire used.< page 74
4. Screw out the valve core with the valve 3. Ignition key in position 1:
remover. The valve remover is located in Turn on compressor 2
a package with the filling hose 4. Inflate the tires to at least 26 psi /
Place the valve core and valve 180 kPa, but not to more than 36 psi /
remover only on clean surfaces.< 250 kPa.
To check the current air pressure, shut
off the device for a short time
Do not run the compressor for
longer than 6 minutes, otherwise
the device will overheat and possibly be
damaged.<
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OVERVIEW
If an air pressure of 26 psi / Checking tire inflation pressure Driving on
180 kPa cannot be reached, 1. After driving for approx. 10 minutes, pull Do not exceed the permitted maxi-
unscrew the hose 1 and drive back and over at a suitable location mum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h;
forth about 33 ft / 10 m so that the liq- 2. Screw hose with manometer back onto otherwise an accident could happen.<
uid sealant is distributed in the tire. the tire valve
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Afterwards repeat the procedure. 3. Check tire pressure Replace the defective tire as soon as
If an air pressure of 26 psi / 180 kPa is possible and have the new wheel/tire
still not reached, the tire is too badly The tire inflation pressure must be at assembly balanced.
damaged. Please contact the nearest least 18 psi / 130 kPa betragen. Have the MINI Mobility System refilled.
MINI Dealer.< If it is not, do not continue driving.< Please contact your MINI Dealer.<
OPERATION
5. Turn off compressor 2
6. Unscrew hose 1 from the tire valve If 18 psi / 130 kPa are displayed: Tire change set
7. Store the MINI Mobility System back in 4. Ignition key position 1: Your MINI is additionally equipped with a
the vehicle. Turn on compressor 2. Correct the tire tire change set. This is located in the MINI
inflation pressure to the specified value, COOPER in the cargo area under the floor
The instructions for using the MINI refer to the tire inflation pressure table mat.
Mobility System are also given on the on page 88 When changing a tire, always observe the
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equipment.< 5. Replace the tire as soon as possible. safety measures on page 116, and follow
the procedure described on page 119 ff.
Distributing liquid sealant The use of the MINI Mobility System
Immediately drive for approx. 10 minutes, may be ineffective with tire damage In case of a flat tire the tire change
so that the liquid sealant is uniformly dis- larger than approx. 1/6 in / 4 mm. Please set is not necessary due to the avail-
tributed. contact the nearest MINI Dealer if the tire ability of the MINI Mobility System.<
DATA
cannot be made drivable with the MINI
Do not exceed a speed of 40 mph / Mobility System.<
60 km/h.
If possible do not drive at a speed lower
than 10 mph / 20 km/h.<
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BATTERY
Location in the MINI COOPER Charging the battery

The battery is located in the engine com- Only charge the battery in the vehicle via
partment. the terminals in the engine compartment
Exact location, refer to page 96. with the engine switched off, refer to
'Jump-starting', page 126 ff.
Location in the MINI COOPER S
Disposal
The battery is located in the cargo area
under the floor mat. Return used batteries to a recycling
point or your MINI Dealer. Maintain
Battery care the battery in an upright position for trans-
port and storage. Secure the battery to pre-
The battery is absolutely maintenance-free,
vent it from tilting during transport.<
that is, the original electrolyte will normally
last for the service life of the battery under
moderate climatic conditions.
For all questions regarding the bat-

tery, please consult your MINI
Dealer.<
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FUSES
OVERVIEW
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OPERATION
Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse In the engine compartment
or replace it with a fuse of a different In the MINI COOPER to the right of the bat-
color or Ampere rating. To do this could tery.
cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a In the MINI COOPER S to the right of the air
circuit overload.< filter box.
REPAIRS
Open the fuse box lid. To do so, press the
If a fuse blows a second time, have
clip fastener.
the cause of the damage rectified by
your MINI Dealer.<
In the vehicle interior
A fuse allocation diagram is located on the On the left side of the footwell in the side
inside of the fuse box cover panel. trim panel.
DATA
Plastic tweezers can be found in the fuse Open the cover panel of the fuse box. To do
box in the vehicle interior, refer to next col- so, press the fastener.
umn.
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125
JUMP-STARTING
When your battery is discharged, you can 1. Check whether the battery of the sup- Connect the jumper cables
use two jumper cables to start your MINI port vehicle has 12 Volts and approxi- Always adhere to this sequence when
with power from the battery in a second mately the same capacity measured in connecting the jumper cables; failure
vehicle. Correspondingly you can help start Ah. These data are printed on the bat- to observe this procedure can lead to spark-
another vehicle. Only use jumper cables tery ing and pose an injury hazard.<
with fully insulated handles on the termi- 2. Switch off the engine of the support
nal clamps. vehicle
3. Switch off any electrical systems and
Preparing for jump-starting components in both vehicles.
Do not touch live wiring and cables
on a running engine. There is a risk of
fatal injury if you do this. Carefully observe
the following instructions to avoid personal
injury and/or damage to either vehicle or
both vehicles. Make sure that there is no
contact between the bodywork of the two
vehicles to avoid a short circuit hazard.<
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JUMP-STARTING
OVERVIEW
1. Remove the cover of the battery or open Performing the jump-start
the cover of the auxiliary jump-starting 1. Start the engine of the support vehicle
terminal: and allow it to run at a fast idle speed for
>MINI COOPER: several minutes
Remove the battery cover. 2. Start the engine of the other vehicle in
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To do so, press the two clips simulta- the usual manner.
neously. If the first start attempt is not success-
>MINI COOPER S: ful, wait a few minutes before another
Open the cover of the auxiliary jump- attempt in order to allow the discharged
starting terminal, arrow 1 battery to recharge
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2. Connect one terminal clamp of the 3. Allow the engines of both vehicles to run
plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat- for several minutes
The illustration shows the auxiliary jump- tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump-
starting terminal on the MINI COOPER S. On the MINI: before disconnecting
starting terminal of the support vehicle
In the MINI COOPER S, the auxiliary jump- the jumper cables, switch on the
3. Connect the other terminal clamp of the
starting terminal, arrow 1, acts as the posi- lighting, the rear window defroster and
plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat-
tive battery terminal, refer to view of the highest blower speed to prevent a
tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump-
engine compartment on page 97. voltage surge from the regulator to the
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starting terminal of the vehicle to be
electrical systems and components.<
started
4. Then disconnect the jumper cables in
Engine or body ground in your MINI:
the reverse order.
arrow 2.
If necessary have the battery checked and
4. Connect one terminal clamp of the
completely charged at a MINI Dealer.
minus/– jumper cable to the negative
DATA
battery terminal or to an engine or body
Do not use spray starter fluids to start
ground of the support vehicle
the engine.<
5. Connect the second terminal clamp of
the minus/– jumper cable to the nega-
tive terminal of the battery or to the
engine or body ground of the vehicle to
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be started.
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TOWING
Tow bars
If the towing eyelets of the two vehicles are
not directly opposite one another, please
note:
>Clearance and maneuvering capability
will be strictly limited in corners
>The inclination of the tow bar generates
lateral force, critical above all if the road
surface is slippery.
Do not tow a vehicle that is heavier

For towing, use either a tow bar or nylon Use only the towing eyelet supplied than the towing vehicle; otherwise it
ropes or straps that prevent sudden jerking with the vehicle and screw it in firmly will no longer be possible to control the
movements. until it stops. Use the towing eyelet for vehicle's response.<
towing on paved roads only. If you do not
Towing eyelet follow these instructions, the towing eyelet
The screw-in towing eyelet is stored in the could detach itself from the vehicle or the
onboard tool kit; be sure that it remains in vehicle could be damaged. Never attach
the vehicle at all times. It can be attached tie-down hooks, chains, straps, or tow
at the front or rear of the vehicle. hooks to tie rods, control arms, or any other
part of the vehicle suspension, as this could
Access to tow sockets damage the components and possibly lead
to accidents.<
Use a suitable object, e.g. credit card,
screwdriver, to press out the covers from
Avoid staggered towing and make
the recess.
sure that the towing rope is taut
before the vehicle that is towing drives
off.<
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TOWING
OVERVIEW
Tow-starting Find some means of identifying the vehicle
It is not possible to start the engine of a in tow, for instance, by turning on the haz-
vehicle equipped with an automatic trans- ard warning flashers.
mission by towing or pushing.
Make sure that the ignition key
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For instructions on jump starting, refer to
remains in position 1 even when the
page 126.
electrical system has failed to prevent the
Never attempt to use your vehicle to push steering lock from engaging.
another car, since damage to the energy- The steering and brakes are without power
absorbing bumpers could result. assist when the engine is off. This means
OPERATION
that increased effort is required for steer-
Towing a vehicle ing and braking.<
Only tow vehicles with Continuously Towing with a commercial tow truck
Variable automatic Transmission >Do not tow with sling-type equipment
(CVT) with the front wheels raised or on a >Use a wheel-lift or flatbed carrier
special transport vehicle, otherwise the >Please comply with applicable towing
transmission can be damaged.< laws.
REPAIRS
1. Place gear selector lever in neutral or idle Never allow passengers to ride in a
2. Towing speed: towed vehicle for any reason.<
Max. 45 mph / 70 km/h
3. Towing distance:
Max. 95 miles / 150 km
4. Leave the ignition key at position 1 to
DATA
ensure that the brake lamps, turn sig-
nals, horn and windshield wipers remain
operative, and to prevent the steering
lock detent from engaging
5. Switch on the hazard-warning system,
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observe country-specific regulations.
129
130
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
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CONTROLS
OPERATION
REPAIRS
DATA
TECHNICAL DATA
INDEX
INDEX
Data 131
ENGINE DATA
MINI COOPER MINI COOPER S

Displacement cu in / cmµ 97.52 / 1,598 97.52 / 1,598
Number of cylinders 4 4
Maximum output hp / kW 115 / 85 163 / 120
at engine speed rpm 6,000 6,000
Maximum torque lb ft / Nm 110 / 149 155 / 210
at engine speed rpm 4,500 4,000
Compression ratio ε 10.6 8.3
Stroke in / mm 3.38 / 85.8 3.38 / 85.8
Bore in / mm 3.03 / 77 3.03 / 77
Fuel mixture preparation Digital electronic engine-management system
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DIMENSIONS
OVERVIEW
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OPERATION
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DATA
All measurements in inches / millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 35 ft / 10.66 m.
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Values following a ; are differing values for MINI COOPER S.
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WEIGHTS
MINI COOPER MINI COOPER S

Curb weight, with all optional special equipment
with manual transmission lbs / kg 2,524 / 1,145 2,678 / 1,215
with Continuously Variable automatic
Transmission (CVT) lbs / kg 2,557 / 1,160 –
Approved gross vehicle weight
with manual transmission lbs / kg 3,340 / 1,515 3,494 / 1,585
with Continuously Variable automatic
Transmission (CVT) lbs / kg 3,373 / 1,530 –
Cargo and luggage load capacity lbs / kg 816 / 370 816 / 370
Approved front axle load lbs / kg 1,918 / 870 1,962 / 890
Approved rear axle load lbs / kg 1,609 / 730 1,698 / 770
Approved roof load, with special MINI roof rack lbs / kg 165 / 75 165 / 75
Cargo area volume cu ft / liters 5.3 / 150 5.3 / 150
with rear backrest folded down cu ft / liters 23.7 / 670 23.7 / 670
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CAPACITIES
OVERVIEW
Notes
Fuel tank gal. / liters approx. 13.2 / 50 Fuel quality, refer to page 85
Reserve approx. 2.1 / 8
Windshield washer system quarts / liters approx. 2.1 / 2.0 More details, refer to page 98
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Headlamp washer system approx. 2.6 / 2.5
Cooling system including heater circuit quarts / liters 5.6 / 5.3 MINI COOPER More details, refer to page 100
6.3 / 6.0 MINI COOPER S
Engine with oil filter change quarts / liters 4.7 / 4.5 MINI COOPER High Performance Synthetic Oil:
4.7 / 4.5 MINI COOPER S for more details, refer to page 99
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Manual transmission quarts / liters approx. 2.1 / 2.0 MINI COOPER Contact your MINI Dealer for more
approx. 1.8 / 1.7 MINI COOPER S details
Continuously Variable automatic Trans- quarts / liters approx. 4.2 / 4.0 MINI COOPER Contact your MINI Dealer for more
mission (CVT) details
REPAIRS
DATA
INDEX
135
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OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
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CONTROLS
OPERATION
REPAIRS
DATA
TECHNICAL DATA
INDEX
INDEX
Index 137
EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
A All Season traction Control Automatic car washes 103 Blowers, refer to Draft-free
ABS Antilock Brake System 61 (ASC) 59 Automatic climate control 70 ventilation 69, 72
indicator lamp 16, 17 indicator lamp 16, 17 Automatic headlamp range BMW 6
Accessories, refer to All-season tires, refer to Winter control for xenon lamps, Bonnet 95
For your own safety 7 tires 92 refer to Daytime driving indicator lamp 16
Your individual vehicle 6 Antenna 103 lamps 48 Bore, refer to Engine data 132
Activated-charcoal filter 72 Antifreeze Average consumption Bottle holders, refer to
Air circulation, refer to coolant 100 setting units 58 Beverage holders 74
Recirculated air mode 68, 71 washer fluid 98 Average speed Brake discs
Air conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) 61 setting units 58 brake system 86
air conditioning system 68 indicator lamp 16, 17 Axle loads, refer to break-in procedures 82
automatic climate control 71 Approved axle load, refer to Weights 134 Brake fluid 101
Air conditioning system 67 Weights 134 adding 101
Air distribution Approved engine oils 99 B level 86
air conditioning system 68 Approved gross vehicle weight, Backrests, refer to warning lamp 15
automatic climate control 71 refer to Weights 134 Adjusting seats 33 Brake lamps
Air outlets, refer to ASC All Season traction Backup lamp 44 bulb replacement 114
Ventilation 69, 72 Control 59 bulb replacement 114 Brake pads 86
Air pressure, refer to Tire indicator lamp 16, 17 Bar, towing 128 break-in procedures 82
inflation pressure 87 Ashtray 74 Battery 124 warning lamp 16
Air supply Assistant systems, refer to disposal 22, 124 Brake system 86
air conditioning system 68 All Season traction Control indicator lamp 15 brake fluid level 86
automatic climate control 72 (ASC) 59 jump-starting 126 brake pads 86
Air, drying, refer to Air Dynamic Stability Control remote control 22 disc brakes 86
conditioning 68, 71 (DSC) 60 Belts, refer to Safety belts 35 warning lamp 16
Airbags 65 AUTO program, refer to Beverage holders 74 Brake wear warning
indicator lamp 16 Automatic air distribution 71 Blower brake pads 86
safe seating position 31 Automatic air conditioning system 68 warning lamp 16
AKI, refer to Fuel quality 85 air distribution 71 automatic climate control 72
air supply 71 Blower, refer to Air flow 68, 72
cruise control 52
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Brakes 86 Car wash, refer to Washing Changing tires Compact disk operation, refer
ABS 61 your vehicle 103 space-saver spare tire 117 to Owner's Manual for Radio
brake fluid 101 Car-care products 103 Charge-current indicator Compartments 73
break-in procedures 82 Care, vehicle 103 light 15 Compression, refer to Engine
handbrake 43 Cargo area 75 Child seat, refer to Child- data 132
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indicator/warning cover 75 restraint systems 38 Compressor, refer to MINI
lamps 15, 16 emergency operation, refer Child-restraint systems 38 Mobility System
Breaking in 82 to Manual operation 27 Chock, folding operation, refer to
Bulb replacement, refer to foldable rear backrest 75 MINI Mobility System 121 Reinflating tires 122
Lamps and bulbs 111 lid, refer to Tailgate 27 Run Flat tires 93 storage location 110
OPERATION
Buttons in multifunction volume, refer to Weights 134 space-saver spare tire 117 Computer, refer to Onboard
steering wheel 18 Cargo area lamps Chrome parts, refer to Caring computer 57
Continuously Variable bulb replacement 116 for your vehicle 104 Condensed water, refer to Air
automatic Transmission Cargo area net 77 Chrome-plated parts, care 104 conditioning 68, 71
(CVT) 46 Carpet care 104 Cigarette lighter 74 Configuring settings, refer to
Cassette operation, refer to Cigarette lighter socket 74 Vehicle Memory 37
C Owner's Manual for Radio Circulation of air, refer to Consumption, refer to Average
REPAIRS
California Proposition Catalytic converter, refer to Recirculated air mode 68, 71 consumption 58
65 warning 107 High temperatures 83 Cleaning the rear window 51 Consumption, refer to Current
Capacities 135 CBC Cornering Brake Control 61 Cleaning the vehicle, refer to consumption 58
Car care, refer to Caring for your warning lamp 16 Caring for your vehicle 103 Contents 2
vehicle 103 CD changer, refer to separate Clock 56 Continuously Variable
Car keys, refer to Keys 22 Owner's Manual Closing automatic Transmission
Car radio, refer to separate CD operation, refer to from inside 26 (CVT) 45
DATA
Owner's Manual Owner's Manual for Radio from outside 23 ignition 41
Car telephone, refer to separate Center high-mount brake lamp Clothes hooks 83 indicator lamp 47
Owner's Manual bulb replacement 114 Clutch interlock 41
Car vacuum cleaner, Central locking system 23 break-in procedures 82 selector lever lock 45
connecting, refer to Cigarette interior 26 Cockpit 12 shiftlock 45
lighter socket 74 Changing bulbs, refer to Lamps Cold start, refer to towing 129
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Car wash 103 and bulbs 111 Starting the engine 41
139
Control elements, refer to Current fuel consumption Demisting windows 69, 72 Driving lamps, refer to Parking
Cockpit 12 setting units 58 Digital clock 56 lamps/Low beams 48
Convenience operation Cylinders, refer to Engine Dimensions 133 Driving notes 83
from outside 24, 25 data 132 Dimming interior rearview break-in procedures 82
glass sunroof, electric 29 mirror 37 Driving stability control 59, 60
window 28 D Dipstick, engine oil 98 Dry air, refer to Air
Coolant 100 Daily odometer, refer to Trip Directional turn signal, conditioning 68, 71
indicator lamp 15 odometer 54 refer to Turn signal DSC Dynamic Stability
level 100 Dashboard lighting, refer to indicators 49 Control 60
temperature 55 Instrument lighting 49 Disc brakes 86 indicator lamp 16
Coolant temperature gauge 55 Data, technical Displacement, refer to Engine DVD changer, refer to separate
Cooling system, refer to dimensions 133 data 132 Owner's Manual
Capacities 135 engine data 132 Display elements 13 Dynamic Stability Control
Cooling, refer to Air weights 134 with navigation system 14 (DSC) 60
conditioning 68, 71 Date of the Owner's Manual 7 Display lighting, refer to indicator lamp 16
Copyright 2 Daytime driving lamps 48 Instrument lighting 49 Dynamic
Cornering Brake Control Deep water, refer to Water on Disposal Stability Control (DSC) 60
(CBC) 61 roadways 83 oil 99
warning lamp 16 Defrost setting, refer to remote control battery 22 E
Cosmetic mirror, refer to Defrosting and demisting vehicle battery 124 Easy entry to the rear 34
Illuminated vanity mirror 36 windows 69, 72 Distance covered, refer to EBD Electronic Brake Force
Cruise control 52 Defrosting and demisting Odometer 54 Distribution 61
indicator lamp 17 windows Door keys 24 indicator lamp 16
multifunction steering air conditioning system 69 Door lock 25 Electric glass sunroof 29
wheel 18 automatic climate control 72 Doors, locking and unlocking Electric power windows 28
sports steering wheel 18 Defrosting windows 69, 72 from inside 26 initializing 28
Cup holders, refer to Beverage air conditioning system 68 from outside 24
holders 74 automatic climate control 71 DOT quality grades 89
Curb weight, refer to Defrosting windshield, refer to Draft-free ventilation 69, 72
Weights 134 Defrosting and demisting Drink holders, refer to Beverage
windows 69, 72 holders 74
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OVERVIEW
Electrical malfunction Engine compartment ESP Electronic Stability Floor coverings and carpets 104
door lock 25 MINI COOPER 96 Program, refer to Floor mat 104
driver's door 25 MINI COOPER S 97 Dynamic Stability Control Fog lamps 49
glass sunroof, electric 30 Engine coolant 100 (DSC) 60 bulb replacement 113
tailgate 27 Engine data 132 Exhaust system, refer to indicator lamp 49
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transmission lock for Engine oil 98 High temperatures 83 Foldable rear backrest 75
Continuously Variable alternative oils 99 Exterior mirrors 36 'Follow me home' lamps 48
automatic Transmission capacity 135 Eyelet, towing 128 Foot brake, refer to Driving
(CVT) 47 indicator/warning lamp 15 notes 83
Electronic Brake Force recommended oils 99 F Footwell lamps 50
OPERATION
Distribution (EBD) 61 Engine oil level 98 Failure of an electrical bulb replacement 116
indicator lamp 16 indicator/warning lamp 15 consumer 125 Front airbags 65
Electronic Stability Program Engine oil pressure Fasten safety belts 35 Fuel
(ESP), refer to indicator/warning lamp 15 indicator lamp 16 average consumption 58
Dynamic Stability Control Engine output, refer to Engine Filling canister, refer to MINI gauge 54, 55
(DSC) 60 data 132 Mobility System 122 mixture preparation, refer to
Electronic transmission control Engine speed, refer to Engine Filling hose, refer to MINI Engine data 132
REPAIRS
module 47 data 132 Mobility System 122 quality 85
Emergency operation, refer to Entry to the rear 34 Filter, refer to volume, refer to
Manual operation EP electronic transmission Microfilter/activated- Capacities 135
driver's door 25 control module charcoal filter 72 Fuel filler cap
glass sunroof, electric 30 Continuously Variable Flat tire unlocking in the event of
tailgate 27 automatic Transmission Flat Tire Monitor 62, 63 electrical malfunction 84
Engine (CVT) 47 indicator/warning lamp 16 Fuel tank capacity, refer to
DATA
break-in procedures 82 Equipment and features, refer MINI Mobility System 121 Capacities 135
data 132 to Service and Warranty Run Flat tires 93 Fuses 125
electronics 17 Information Booklet for US space-saver spare tire 117
indicator lamp 17 models, Warranty and tire condition 91 G
speed 54 Service Guide Booklet for Flat Tire Monitor 62 Gas cap 84
starting 41 Canadian models indicator lamp 16, 17 Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel
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switching off 43 initializing 62 gauge 54, 55
141
Gasoline, refer to Fuel Headlamp washer reservoir 98 High Performance Synthetic Indicator/warning lamp
quality 85 capacity, refer to Oil, refer to Engine oil 99 airbags 65
Gear indicator 47 Capacities 135 alternative oils 99 ASC 59
Gearshift lever Headlamps capacity 135 brakes 101
Continuously Variable bulb replacement 112 recommended oils 99 coolant temperature 55
automatic Transmission care 103 specified oils 99 DSC 60
(CVT) 45 cleaning 51 High temperatures 83 fasten safety belts 35
manual transmission 44 Heated mirrors 36 Holders for beverages 74 Flat Tire Monitor 63
General driving notes 83 Heated rear window Horn 12 fog lamps 49
Glass sunroof, electric 29 air conditioning system 68 Hydroplaning 83 reserve fuel capacity 54, 55
convenience automatic climate control 71 Individual air distribution 72
operation 24, 25 Heating 67 I Individual settings, refer to
pinch protection 30 exterior mirrors 36 Ice warning 57 Vehicle Memory 37
Glove compartment 73 rear window 68, 71 Identification mark Inflation pressure monitor,
Glove compartment lamp seats 35 Run Flat tires 93 refer to Flat Tire Monitor 62
bulb replacement 116 windshield 68, 71 Ignition 41 Inflation pressure, tires 87
Gross weight, refer to Heavy load, refer to Loading Ignition key 22 Inspection 56
Weights 134 cargo 77 Ignition lock 41 Instrument cluster, refer to
Height adjustment Illuminated vanity mirror 36 Display elements 13
H seats 32 Illumination Instrument lighting 49
Handbrake, refer to Parking steering wheel 36 of instruments 49 Instrument panel, refer to
brake 43 Height, refer to Imitation leather 104 Cockpit 12
Hazard warning flashers 12 Dimensions 133 Imprint 2 Interior lamps 50
Head airbags 65 Hex wrench 121 Index 138 bulb replacement 115
Head restraints 33 High beams 49 Indicator and warning lamps, Interior rearview mirror 36
Headlamp flasher 49 bulb replacement 112 overview 15 automatic dimming 37
indicator lamp 17 headlamp flasher 49 Interior temperature
Headlamp washer indicator lamp 17 settings 68, 71
cleaning headlamps 51 Interlock, refer to Steering
washer fluid 98 locked 41
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OVERVIEW
Intermittent operation Leather care 105 Luggage compartment lamps, Manual operation
wipers 50 LEDs light-emitting diodes 50 refer to Cargo area lamps 116 door lock 25
Interval display, service 102 Length, refer to Luggage compartment lid driver's door 25
Dimensions 133 emergency operation, refer fuel filler cap 84
J License plate lamp to Manual operation 27 glass sunroof, electric 30
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Jack, refer to Tire change set bulb replacement 115 Luggage compartment lid, refer tailgate 27
MINI Mobility System 121 Lifting handle, space-saver to Tailgate 27 Manual transmission 44
Run Flat tires 93 spare tire, refer to Tire Luggage compartment, refer to Manufacturer 6
space-saver spare tire 117 change set 117 Cargo area 75 Master key
Jacking points 119 Light switch 48 Luggage rack, refer to Roof- initializing 22
OPERATION
Jets, refer to Ventilation 69, 72 Light-alloy wheels, care 104 mounted luggage rack 78 with remote control 22
Jets, refer to Windshield Light-emitting diodes 50 Lumbar support 33 MC operation, refer to
washer jets 51 Lighter 74 Owner's Manual for Radio
Jump-starting 126 'Lights on' warning 48 M Memory, refer to Vehicle
Load securing devices, refer to M+S tires, refer to Winter Memory 37
K Securing the load 77 tires 92 MFL Multifunction steering
Keys 22 Loading cargo Maintenance system 102 wheel 18
REPAIRS
Kickdown 46 vehicle 76 Maintenance, refer to Service Microfilter
Knock control 85 Loads, refer to Loading cargo 76 interval display 56, 102 air conditioning system 69
Locking Malfunction automatic climate control 72
L from inside 26 door lock 25 MINI Maintenance System 102
Lamp defect 111 from outside 24 glass sunroof, electric 30 MINI manufacturer 6
Lamp replacement, refer to Low beams 48 tailgate 27 MINI Mobility System 121
Lamps and bulbs 111 bulb replacement 112 Manual mode, refer to compressor 122
DATA
Lamps and bulbs 111 Lower back support, refer to Continuously Variable liquid sealant 122
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/ Lumbar support 33 automatic Transmission Mirrors 36
Low beams 48 Luggage compartment (CVT) 46 heating 36
Lashing eyes, refer to Securing capacity, refer to Cargo area Mobility System 121
the load 77 volume 134 Modifications, technical, refer
LATCH child-restraint Luggage compartment cover, to For your own safety 7
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mounting system 40 refer to Cargo area cover 75
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Multifunction sports steering models, Warranty and P Pressure, tires 87

wheel 19 Service Guide Booklet for Paintwork care, refer to Vehicle production using MINI
Multifunction steering Canadian models paintwork 103 Mobility System 122
wheel 18 Oil consumption 99 Park Distance Control (PDC) 64 Pumping in liquid sealant 122
Multifunction switch Oil filter change 135 Parking aid, refer to Park
turn signal indicator/ Oil level 98 Distance Control (PDC) 64 Q
headlamp flasher 49 indicator/warning lamp 15 Parking brake 43 Quality grades, refer to
washer/wiper system 50 Oil level, measuring 98 warning lamp 16 Uniform Tire Quality
Oil pressure Parking lamps 48 Grading 89
N indicator/warning lamp 15 bulb replacement 112
Navigation system, refer to Oil, refer to Engine oil Parking lamps/Low beams 48 R
separate Owner's Manual alternative oils 99 Parking lock, refer to Radiator, refer to Coolant 100
Neck restraints, refer to Head capacity 135 Transmission lock 46 Radio, refer to separate
restraints 33 dipstick 98 Parking the vehicle 83 Owner's Manual
New tires 92 indicator/warning lamp 15 Parts and accessories, refer to Rain sensor 50
Non-smoker's equipment recommended oils 99 Your individual vehicle 6 Range 58
package, refer to Cigarette Onboard computer 57 PDC Park Distance Control 64 Reading lamps 50
lighter socket 74 Onboard tool kit 110 Pinch protection bulb replacement 115
Nylon rope 128 MINI Mobility System 121 glass sunroof, electric 30 Rear backrests
space-saver spare tire 117 Plastic 104 folding 75
O Opening and closing Pollen, refer to Rear fog lamp 49
OBD interface socket 106 from inside 26 Microfilter 69 bulb replacement 113
Octane number, refer to Fuel from outside 23 Microfilter/activated- indicator lamp 49
quality 85 via remote control 23 charcoal filter 72 Rear lamps, refer to Tail
Odometer 54 via the door lock 25 Power output, refer to Engine lamps 113
Oil 56 Outlets, refer to data 132 bulb replacement 113, 114
Oil change intervals, refer to Ventilation 67, 70 Power supply, refer to Cigarette Rear seats
Service and Warranty Outside temperature lighter socket 74 adjusting head restraints 33
Information Booklet for US display 57 Power windows 28 Rear shelf, refer to Cargo area
changing units 57 Pressure monitor, tires cover 75
in the onboard computer 57 Flat Tire Monitor 62
144
OVERVIEW
Rear turn signal indicator Restraint systems Safety belts 35 Selector lever positions
bulb replacement 113 for children 38 care 104 Continuously Variable
Rear window wiper 51 refer to Safety belts 35 height adjustment 35 automatic Transmission
replacement 111 Reverse safe seating position 31 (CVT) 45
Rearview mirror 36 Continuously Variable warning lamp 16, 35 Selector lever shiftlock, refer to
CONTROLS
Recirculated air mode automatic Transmission Safety lock buttons, doors, Shiftlock 45
air conditioning system 68 (CVT) 46 refer to Locking 26 Service 56
automatic climate control 71 manual transmission 44 Safety systems, refer to Service interval display 56, 102
Reclining seat, refer to Backrest Rod antenna 103 All Season traction Control Service, refer to Service and
tilt 33 Roller sun blind 30 (ASC) 59 Warranty Information
OPERATION
Refueling 84 Roof load, refer to Weights 134 Antilock Brake System Booklet for US models,
Remaining distance for Roof-mounted luggage rack 78 (ABS) 61 Warranty and Service Guide
service 56 Rope, refer to Towing 128 Dynamic Stability Control Booklet for Canadian
Remaining distance, refer to RSC Runflat System (DSC) 60 models 102
Range 58 Component, refer to Run Flat Screwdriver, refer to Onboard Shifting
Remote control 23 tires 93 tool kit 110 Continuously Variable
changing battery 22 Rubber parts 104 Seat adjustment 32 automatic Transmission
REPAIRS
initializing 22 Run Flat tires 93 Seat heating 35 (CVT) 46
malfunctions 25 tire failure 93 Securing loads, refer to Loading manual transmission 44
Remote control key, refer to tire inflation pressure 87 cargo 76 Shifting gears, refer to
Master key with remote Runflat System Component Securing the load 77 Continuously Variable
control 22 (RSC), refer to Run Flat Securing the vehicle automatic Transmission
Replacement key 22 tires 93 from inside 26 (CVT) 45
Replacement of tires 92 from outside 24 Shiftlock, refer to Range
DATA
changing tires 117 S Selector lever selection 45
Reporting safety defects 9 Safety belt height Continuously Variable Side airbags 65
Reserve indicator light, refer to adjustment 35 automatic Transmission Side turn signal indicators
Fuel gauge 54, 55 (CVT) 45 bulb replacement 113
Reservoir Signal horn, refer to Horn 12
washer system 98
INDEX
145
Sitting safely 31 Stability control Sun blind, refer to Roller sun Temperature display
with airbags 31 All Season traction Control blind 30 ice warning 57
with safety belt 31 (ASC) 59 Sun visors 36 outside temperature 57
Size, refer to Dimensions 133 Dynamic Stability Control Surface ice, refer to Ice setting units 57
Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to (DSC) 60 warning 57 Temperature grades 90
Glass sunroof, electric 29 Standing lamps 48 Switches, refer to Cockpit 12 Third brake lamp
Smoker's equipment package, bulb replacement 112 Switching off the engine 43 bulb replacement 114
refer to Ashtray 74 Starting aid Switching the air conditioning Third brake lamp, refer to
Snow chains 94 All Season traction Control on and off manually 68, 71 Center high-mount brake
Socket 12 V 74 (ASC) 59 Symbols 6 lamp 114
Socket, for onboard Dynamic Stability Control Three-point seat belt, refer to
diagnostics 106 (DSC) 60 T Safety belts 35
Space-saver spare tire Starting aid, refer to Jump- Tachometer 54 Tightening the lug bolts
changing tires 117 starting 126 Tail lamps keys 117, 121
Spare key 22 Starting problems bulb replacement 114 Tightening torque, refer to
Spare tire, refer to Space-saver jump-starting 126 Tailgate 27 Tightening the lug bolts 120
spare tire 117 temperature 42 emergency operation, refer Tire change set
Special oils, refer to Specified Starting the engine 41 to Manual operation 27 MINI Mobility System 123
engine oils 99 Steering lock 41 indicator lamp 16 Run Flat tires 93
Special wash program, refer to Steering wheel 12 to open from the outside 27 space-saver spare tire 117
Washing your vehicle 103 settings 36 Tank capacity, refer to Fuel tank Tire failure 116
Specified engine oils 99 Steering wheel lock 41 capacity 135 MINI Mobility System 121
Speed control, refer to Cruise Steering wheel with Tank gauge, refer to Fuel space-saver spare tire 117
control 52 multifunction buttons 18 gauge 54, 55 Tire inflation pressure 87, 123
Speedometer 13, 14 Storage compartments 73 Technical data 132 reinflation 122
Split rear backrest, refer to Storage space, refer to Cargo Technical modifications, refer Tire pressure monitor, refer to
Foldable rear backrest 75 area 75 to For your own safety 7 Flat Tire Monitor 62
Sport program Storage, tires 92 Temperature
Continuously Variable Storing the vehicle 105 air conditioning system 68
automatic Transmission Stroke, refer to Engine data 132 automatic climate control 71
(CVT) 46 engine 55
146
OVERVIEW
Tires Track width, refer to U Vanity mirror
age 89 Dimensions 133 Uniform Tire Quality bulb replacement 115
break-in procedures 82 Traction grades 90 Grading 89 illuminated 36
changing 117 Transmission Units Vehicle
condition 91 Continuously Variable average consumption 58 battery 124
CONTROLS
damage 91 automatic Transmission average speed 58 break-in procedures 82
flat tire 93, 116 (CVT) 45 temperature 57 care 103
inflation pressure 87 manual transmission 44 Unlocking dimensions 133
replacement 92 Transmission lock, refer to bonnet 95 loading cargo 76
storage 92 Range selection 45 from inside 26 storage 105
OPERATION
tread 91 Transmission malfunction 47 from outside 24 switching off 83
wear indicator, refer to Tire Transporting children 38 Used batteries, refer to washing 103
tread 91 Transporting children safely 38 Disposal 124 weight 134
winter tires 92 Trash container, refer to Using antifreeze 98, 100 Vehicle Memory 37
Tools, refer to Onboard tool Ashtray 74 Ventilation
kit 110 Tread depth, refer to Tire V draft-free 69, 72
Torque, refer to Engine tread 91 Vacuum cleaner, connecting, Volume
REPAIRS
data 132 Treadwear grade 89 refer to Cigarette lighter cargo area, refer to
Tow Trip odometer 54 socket 74 Weights 134
bar 128 Trunk, refer to Cargo area 75 Valve fuel tank, refer to
eyelet 128 Turn signal indicators 49 core 121 Capacities 135
rope 128 indicator lamp 17 dust cap 118
Tow fitting, refer to Turn signal indicators, front remover 121 W
Towing eyelet 128 bulb replacement 112 spare 121 Warning and indicator
DATA
Tow socket for towing Turn signal indicators, side Valve remover, refer to lamps 15
eyelet 128 bulb replacement 113 Onboard tool kit 121 Warranty, refer to Service and
Towing 128 Turning circle, refer to Valve stem and replacement Warranty Information
with automatic Dimensions 133 valve, refer to Onboard tool Booklet for US models,
transmission 129 kit 121 Warranty and Service Guide
Towing eyelet 128 Booklet for Canadian
INDEX
models 102
147
Washer fluid 98 Windshield heating

Washer fluid reservoir, refer to air conditioning system 68
Capacities 135 automatic climate control 71
Washer fluid reservoir, refer to Windshield washer jets 51
Washer/Wiper system 98 Windshield washer reservoir 98
Washer systems 98 refer to Capacities 135
Washer/wiper system 50 Windshield washer system
Washing your vehicle 103 washer fluid 98
Water on roadways, deep washer/wiper system 50
water 83 Windshield wiper blades
Wear indicators in the tires, care 104
refer to Tire tread/Tire replacement 110, 111
damage 91 Windshield wipers, refer to
Weights 134 Washer/wiper system 50
Wheel stud wrench Windshield, cleaning 51
MINI Mobility System 121 Winter tires
space-saver spare tire 117 changing 117
Wheelbase, refer to storage 92
Dimensions 133 Winter tires, refer to Special
Wheelslip control characteristics of winter
All Season traction Control tires 92
(ASC) 59 Wood paneling 104
Dynamic Stability Control Work in the engine
(DSC) 60 compartment 95
Width, refer to Dimensions 133 Wrench, refer to Onboard tool
Window kit 110
convenience
operation 24, 25 X
Windscreen wipers Xenon lamps
replacement 110, 111 bulb replacement 112
daytime driving lamps 48
148
REFUELING
Fuel
Designation
AKI:
Engine oil
Quality
The oil volume between the two notches on the

dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts /
1 liter.
To ensure that you always have convenient access

to all essential information when you stop for fuel,
Tire inflation pressure Summer Winter we recommend that you take the time to fill out
the adjoining chart by entering the data that
front rear front rear
applies to your vehicle.
2 persons
4 persons plus luggage

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OWNER'S MANUAL

Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 644 - © 09/03 BMW AG

Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 644 - © 09/03 BMW AG

NOTES OVERVIEW CONTROLS

About this Owner's Manual 6 Cockpit 12 Opening and closing:

© 2003 Bayerische Motoren Werke

In the engine compartment: OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES TECHNICAL DATA

Everything from A to Z 138

About this Owner's Manual Symbols used Your individual vehicle

1 >Parking lamps/Low beams 48 2 Washer/wiper system 50 6 Bonnet release 95

1 Tachometer 54 3 Speedometer with indicator and warning 5 Indicator for

Yellow: stop immediately Brake warning lamp together with Airbags +

Steering wheels with multifunctions

Steering wheel Left:

Initializing the master key with remote

Return used batteries to a recycling

Unlocking Convenience opening mode

You can have this function activated/

If the vehicle has been properly locked, the

To lock To unlock and open the doors

To open and close To close:

Despite the pinch protection, be

Important adjustment information

Removal Original position

Always follow all manufacturer's

Vehicles with Continuously Variable auto-

Starting Manual transmission Continuously Variable automatic

If the engine does not start on the first

When first starting the engine at very low

Electronic transmission control module

'Follow me home' lamps Daytime driving lamps*

Footwell and cargo area lamps

Switching the reading lamps on and

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)

On the multifunction steering wheel

Do not use cruise control on twisting

To activate via the sports steering

Refill the gas tank early. If you drive

Navigation system option

The onboard computer bases its calcula-

Changeover from 24-hour to 12-hour

The ice warning does not exclude the

Range Current fuel consumption

Average speed, average fuel

You can have an other unit of mea-

The concept Indicator lamp

The concept System limitations

Do not initialize the system if you are

A system malfunction could prevent

Air supply Rear window defroster Air conditioning

Air supply Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter

Individual air distribution

A second 12 V socket is on the left-hand

Ashtray From ignition key position 1:

Never place any heavy or hard objects

To ensure that your vehicle provides maxi- Tires

Simple and environmentally friendly

When refueling, insert the filler nozzle

Check tire inflation pressures regu-

Pressures specified in psi / kilopascal

Traction Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent

Only certain types of snow chains have

Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor

To avoid injuries, be sure that the