2010 Mini Clubman Owners Manual

increased idle speed.

2. Start the engine of the other vehicle in the

usual manner.

If the first start attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge.

3. Let the engines run for a few minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing

the above connecting sequence.

If necessary, have the battery checked and recharged.

Never use spray fluids to start the engine.<

Tow-starting, towing away

Observe the applicable laws and regula- tions for tow-starting and towing vehi-

cles.<

Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being

towed.<

Using a tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the MINI. It is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit in the cargo bay underneath the cover on the right- hand side, page 114.

Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise, the tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged.<

Access to screw thread Push out the cover of the towing eye out of the recess in the bumper.

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Towing with a tow bar

The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the towed vehicle; otherwise, it may

be impossible to maintain control.< The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle, please observe the following: > Clearance and maneuvering capability will

be sharply limited during cornering.

> The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is

attached offset.

Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only, as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle

could result in damage.<

Towing with a tow rope When starting off in the towing vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut.

To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on vehicle components when

towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps. Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage.<

Towing with a tow truck

Front

Rear

Being towed

Make sure that the ignition is switched on, refer to page 38; otherwise, the low

beams, tail lamps, turn signal indicators and windshield wipers may be unavailable. Do not tow the vehicle with just the rear axle raised, as this would allow the steering to turn. < There is no power assist while the engine is off. Thus, braking and steering will require increased effort. Switch on the hazard warning flashers, depend- ing on local regulations.

Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.

Automatic transmission

Tow vehicles with automatic transmission only with a tow truck or with the front

wheels lifted; otherwise, the transmission can be damaged.<

Have the MINI Clubman transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.

Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or body and chassis parts; otherwise, dam-

age may result.<

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Tow-starting Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi- ble; instead, jump-start the engine, page 124. Vehicles with a catalytic converter should only be tow-started when the engine is cold, vehicles with an automatic transmission cannot be tow- started at all. 1. Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply

with local regulations.

2. Switch on the ignition, page 38. 3. Shift into 3rd gear. 4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch

completely depressed and then slowly release the clutch. After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch completely again.

5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn- ing flashers.

6. Have the vehicle checked.

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Indicator and warning lamps

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2. See the table for information on causes and how to react. Note whether a lamp comes on alone or in combination with another. Some lamps can light up in different colors. Corre- sponding distinctions are made in the text.

Cause

What to do

Turn signals

High beams/headlamp flasher switched on

Fog lamps switched on

Rear fog lamp switched on

Fasten safety belts

Indication in US models

Fasten your safety belt, refer also to page 32.

Parking brake applied

Release the parking brake.

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied

Release the parking brake.

Outside temperature warning

Drive cautiously, refer also to page 47.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up briefly:

Approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 l of fuel remain in the tank

Remains on:

Cruising range is no more than approx. 30 miles/50 km, page 48

Engine refuses to start

Depress the brake or clutch in order to start the engine, page 38.

Ignition switched on and driver's door open

Switch off the ignition, page 38, or close the driver's door.

Lamps still on

Roadside parking lamps on

Door open

Clubdoor open

Splitdoor open

Hood open

Gas cap missing or loose

Window washer fluid level too low

Make sure that the gas cap is correctly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks. Do not jam the strap between the gas cap and the vehicle.

Add washer fluid as soon as possible, page 45.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up in red:

Service due

Lights up in yellow: The engine will start the next time the start/stop button is touched, possibly without the brake or clutch being depressed

Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page, 108.

Remote control malfunctioning or, in cars with Comfort Access, not detected

The engine cannot be started. Have the remote control checked, if neces- sary.

Remote control battery is discharged

Use the remote control for a longer journey or, in cars with Comfort Access, replace the battery.

Belt tensioners and/or airbag system failed

Have the system checked immedi- ately. Fasten the safety belts anyway.

Power steering failed

Lights up in red:

Engine malfunction

Lights up in yellow:

Full engine power no longer available

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Steering response will be markedly different. Have the system checked without delay.

Stop the car and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the engine checked as soon as possible.

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Cause

What to do

Indicator lamp 1 flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load. High engine load will result in dam- age to the catalytic converter

Indicator lamp 1 comes on:

Engine malfunction with adverse effect on exhaust emissions

Lights up in red:

Engine overheating

Lights up in yellow:

Engine too hot

Lights up in red:

Battery is no longer being charged. Alternator malfunction

Lights up in yellow:

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the vehicle checked without delay.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the car checked as soon as possible.

Carefully bring the car to a stop, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down. Do not open the hood; otherwise, there is a risk of injury from scalding. Contact your MINI dealer.

Continue driving at more moderate speed so that the engine can cool down. Have the engine checked with- out delay if the situation reoccurs.

Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers. Have the battery checked without delay.

Battery charge level very low, battery aged or not securely connected

Have the battery checked as soon as possible.

Indication in US models

Parking brake applied

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied

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Cause

What to do

Indication in US models

Lights up in red:

Brake fluid level too low

Lights up in yellow:

Hill Assist failed. The car will not be held in place after the brake is released

Indication in Canadian models

Lights up in red:

Brake fluid level too low

Lights up in yellow:

Brake pedal travel may be markedly longer. Stop immediately. Contact the nearest MINI dealer.

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Brake pedal travel may be markedly longer. Stop immediately. Contact the nearest MINI dealer.

Hill Assist failed. The car will not be held in place after the brake is released

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Indication in US models

Brake pads worn

Indication in Canadian models

Brake pads worn

Indication in US models

Vehicle electronics failed

Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay.

Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay.

You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

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Cause

What to do

Indication* in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed

Indication* in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed

You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

Lights up in red:

Have the system in question checked without delay.

> Starter failed or

The engine cannot be restarted.

Depress the brake to start the engine again.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system in ques- tion checked without delay.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Transmission limp-home program active with restricted range of gears. Have the system checked immediately.

> ignition malfunctioning. Engine restart only possible when brake is depressed or

> lighting system failed. Low beams/tail lamps and brake lamps still operational. All other lamps failed

Lights up in yellow:

> Control of the brake lamps failed

or

> fuel supply malfunctioning

> Drive malfunctioning

Flashing: Dynamic Stability Control DSC or Dynamic Traction Control DTC is con- trolling drive and braking forces, refer also to page 56

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Cause

What to do

Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti- vated, refer also to page 58

The Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic Traction Control DTC are deactivated, refer also to page 56

Driving stability limited during accel- eration and cornering. Driving style must be adjusted.

The Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic Traction Control DTC have failed.

Indication in US models

The driving stability control systems, including ABS and the Tire Pressure Monitor, have failed, refer also to page 56

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems, including ABS and the Flat Tire Moni- tor or the Tire Pressure Monitor*, have failed, refer also to page 56

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems, including ABS and the Flat Tire Moni- tor or the Tire Pressure Monitor*, have failed, refer also to page 56

Driving stability limited during accel- eration and cornering. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Reduced braking and driving stability. Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid braking with full force, driving on rough tracks, and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kickdown position. Have the system checked immediately.

Reduced braking and driving stability. Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid braking with full force, driving on rough tracks, and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kickdown position. Have the system checked immediately.

Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid braking with full force, driving on rough tracks, and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kickdown position. Have the system checked immediately.

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Cause

What to do

Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor*

Light up in yellow and red:

> Tire damage

Carefully bring the car to a stop. Observe the information starting on page 59.

> Flat Tire Monitor not initialized

Initialize Flat Tire Monitor, page 59.

Light up in yellow:

Flat Tire Monitor failed. Punctures are not indicated

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow and red:

There is a flat tire or substantial loss in tire pressure

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow:

Have the system checked.

Carefully bring the car to a stop. Observe the information starting on page 61.

Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized

Check the inflation pressure and reset the system, page 62.

The small lamp flashes yellow and then stays on, the large lamp lights up in yellow:

> Tire Pressure Monitor failed. Punctures are not indicated

> Wheel mounted without TPM

electronics

> The TPM is temporarily malfunc- tioning due to other systems or devices using the same radio fre- quency.

Have the system checked.

Have the system checked.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up in red:

> Transmission limp-home pro-

gram active with restricted range of gears, possibly with reduced acceleration

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked without delay.

> Gears can be engaged without

depressing the brake

Always depress the brake to engage a gear.

> Automatic selector lever locked

Lights up in yellow:

> Automatic selector lever locked: Selector lever locked in position P with engine running and brake depressed or

> brake signal malfunctioning: gear can be engaged without depress- ing the brake

Lights up in red:

Transmission overheating

Lights up in yellow:

Transmission too hot

Selector lever position P not engaged. Vehicle not prevented from rolling

Manually unlock the selector lever lock, page 42.

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Manually unlock the selector lever lock, page 42.

To engage a gear while the vehicle is at a standstill, always depress the brake. Before leaving the vehicle, move the selector lever to position P and switch off the engine.

Bring the car to a stop and move the selector lever to position P. Allow the transmission to cool down. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked if the situa- tion reoccurs.

Avoid high engine loads. You can con- tinue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution.

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Cause

What to do

Selector lever position P not engaged. Ignition cannot be switched off

Engage selector lever position P when you wish to switch off the ignition, page 38.

Cruise control system failed

Have the system checked.

Park Distance Control failed

Have the system checked.

Bulb of exterior lighting system failed

Have the exterior lighting checked as soon as possible.

Low-beam headlamp or fog lamp failed

Have the lamps checked as soon as possible.

High-beam headlamp failed

Have the high-beam headlamps checked.

Rear fog lamp failed

Have the rear fog lamp checked.

Headlamp beam throw adjustment system failed

Have the headlamp beam throw adjustment system checked.

Coolant level too low

Add coolant immediately, page 107.

Engine oil pressure too low

Lights up in red:

Service appointment overdue

Lights up in yellow:

Service due

Stop immediately and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.

Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 52.

Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 52.

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Cause

What to do

No service due

Set speed limit exceeded

Time and date no longer correct

Set the time and date, page 54.

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AT A GLANCE

CONTROLS

DRIVING TIPS

MOBILITY

REFERENCE

REFERENCE

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Technical data

In the technical data, only the values that differ from the Cooper S are shown for the John Cooper Works.

Engine data

Displacement

Number of cylinders

Maximum power out- put

At engine speed

Maximum torque with overboost

At engine speed with overboost

cu in/ cmμ

hp

rpm

lb ft/ Nm

rpm

Cooper

97.5/ 1,598

118

6,000

114/155
–

4,250
–

Cooper S

John Cooper Works

97.5/ 1,598

172

5,500

177/240
192/260

97.5/ 1,598

208

6,000

192/260
207/280

1,600-5,000
1,700-4,500

1,850-5,600
2,000-5,100

Overboost briefly raises the maximum torque at high rates of acceleration, e.g. when passing.

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Dimensions

All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning radius Δ: 36 ft in/11.0 m.

Information after the semicolon: different values for MINI Cooper S.

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Weights

Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras

> Manual transmission

lbs/kg

2,723/1,235

2,855/1,295

2,888/1,310

Cooper

Cooper S

John Cooper Works

> Automatic transmis-

sion

lbs/kg

Approved gross weight

2,800/1,270

2,900/1,315

–

> Manual transmission

lbs/kg

3,539/1,605

3,671/1,665

3,704/1,680

> Automatic transmis-

sion

lbs/kg

Approved front axle load

3,616/1,640

3,715/1,685

–

> Manual transmission

lbs/kg

1,830/830

1,918/870

1,962/875

> Automatic transmis-

sion

lbs/kg

1,907/865

1,962/890

–

Approved rear axle load

lbs/kg

1,830/830

1,841/835

1,863/845

Approved roof load capac- ity

Cargo bay capacity

lbs/kg

cu ft/l

165/75

165/75

165/75

9.2 - 32.8/ 260 - 930

9.2 - 32.8/ 260 - 930

9.2 - 32.8/ 260 - 930

Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.

Capacities

Fuel tank

including reserve of

Window washer system incl. headlamp washer system

US gal/US quarts

liters

Notes

13.2/–

2.1/–

approx. 50

approx. 8

Fuel grade: page 95

–/4.8

approx. 4.5

For more details: page 45

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Everything from A to Z

INDEX

Accessories, refer to Your

individual vehicle 4

Acknowledgment signals for

locking/unlocking vehicle 20

Activated-charcoal filter for

automatic climate control 75

Additives – coolant 107
– engine oil 107
Adjusting temperature inside

the car, refer to Air conditioner 72

Adjusting temperature inside the car, refer to Automatic climate control 73

Air conditioner 71
Air conditioning mode – air conditioner 72
– automatic climate control 73
– ventilation 75
Air distribution – automatic 74
– individual 73
– manual 73
Air flow rate 72, 74
– air conditioning system 72
– automatic climate control 74
– heating, ventilation 72
Air outlets, refer to Air vents 71
Air pressure, checking, refer to

Tire inflation pressure 96

Air recirculation, refer to

Recirculated-air mode 72, 74

Air supply – air conditioner 72
– automatic climate control 73
– ventilation 75
Air vents 71

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Airbags 64
– sitting safely 29
– warning lamp 65
Airing, refer to Ventilation 75
AKI, refer to Fuel grade 95
Alarm system 24
All-season tires, refer to Winter

tires 104

Ambient air, refer to

Recirculated-air mode 72, 74

Ambient lighting 70
Antenna, care 110
Antifreeze – coolant 107
– washer fluid 45
Antilock Brake System ABS 57
Anti-theft alarm system, refer

to Alarm system 24
Anti-theft system 19
Approved axle loads, refer to

Weights 144

Approved engine oils 107
Approved gross vehicle

Automatic transmission with

Steptronic 40

– interlock 40
– overriding selector lever

lock 42

– shiftlock 40
– sport program 41
AUX-IN, refer to External audio

device 78

Average fuel consumption 49
– setting the units 51
Average speed 49
Axle loads, refer to

Weights 144

Background lighting, refer to

Ambient lighting 70

Backrests, refer to Seats 29
Backup lamps – replacing bulb 117
Band-aids, refer to First aid

pouch 124

weight, refer to Weights 144

Bar, refer to Tow-starting,

Armrest, refer to Center

towing away 126

armrest 78

Ashtray 80
Assistant systems, refer to – Dynamic Stability Control

DSC 57

Audio device, external 78
AUTO program for automatic

climate control 74

Automatic – air distribution 74
– air flow rate 74
– cruise control 45
– headlamp control 66
Automatic climate control 71
– automatic air distribution 74

Battery 123
– charging 123
– disposal 27, 123
– jump-starting 124
– temporary power failure 123
Battery renewal – remote control 27
Being towed 126
Belt tensioner, refer to Safety

belts 32

Belts, refer to Safety belts 32
Beverage holders, refer to

Cupholders 80

Black ice, refer to Outside temperature warning 47

Blower, refer to Air flow

rate 72, 74

Bottle holders, refer to

Cupholders 80
Brake Assist 57
Brake fluid, refer to Service

requirements 52

Brake lamps – replacing bulbs 117
Brake pads, breaking in 84
Brake rotors 85
– brakes 84
– breaking in 84
Brake system 84
– breaking in 84
– disc brakes 85
– MINI Maintenance

System 108

Brakes – ABS 57
– breaking in 84
– MINI Maintenance

System 108

– parking brake 39
– service requirements 52
Brakes, refer to Braking

safely 85

Breakdown service, refer to

Roadside Assistance 124

Break-in period 84
Breaking in the clutch 84
Bulb changing, refer to Lamps

and bulbs 114

Button for starting the

engine 38

Buttons on the steering

wheel 11

California Proposition 65

warning 5

Can holders, refer to

Cupholders 80

Capacities 144
Car battery, refer to Vehicle

battery 123
Car care 110
Car key, refer to Keys/remote

controls 18

Car phone – installation location, refer to

Center armrest 78

– refer to separate Owner's

Manual

Car wash, care 110
Car washes 110
Care 110
– car washes 110
– car-care products 110
– CD/DVD drives 113
– external 110
– high-pressure washers 111
– internal 112
– leather 112
– manual washing 111
– upholstery and fabrics 112
– windows 111
– wiper blades 111
Cargo area – capacity 144
Cargo bay 86
– Comfort Access 26
– doors, refer to Splitdoor 23
– lamp 69
– opening from outside 24
– trunk lid, refer to Splitdoor 23
Cargo bay doors, refer to

Splitdoor 23

Cargo bay, expanding 86
Cargo bay lamp 69
Cargo bay partition net, refer

to Partition net 87

Cargo loading 87
– securing cargo 88
– stowing cargo 88
– vehicle 86
Cargo, securing 88
Carpets, care 112
Catalytic converter, refer to

Hot exhaust system 84

Center armrest 78
Center brake lamp 118
Center console, refer to

Around the center console 14

Central locking system 19
– Comfort Access 25
– from inside 22
– from outside 19
Changing bulbs 114
Changing wheels 121
Chassis number, refer to

Engine compartment 106

Check Control 54
Child restraint systems 35
Child seats 35
Child-restraint fixing system

LATCH 36

Chrome parts, care 111
Chrome parts, refer to

Care 110

Cigarette lighter 80
Cleaning headlamps 44
– washer fluid 45
Clock 47
– 12h/24h mode 51
– setting time 54
Closing – from inside 22
– from outside 19
Clothes hooks 79
Clubdoor 23
Cockpit 10
Cold start, refer to Starting the

engine 39

Comfort Access 25
– replacing the battery 27
– what to observe before entering a car wash 26

Comfort area, refer to Around

the center console 14

Compartment for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 38

Computer 48
Condensation, refer to When

the vehicle is parked 85
Condition Based Service

CBS 108

Configuring settings, refer to

Personal Profile 18

Connecting vacuum cleaner,

refer to Connecting electrical appliances 80

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Defect – door lock 22
– fuel filler flap 94
Defogging windows 73, 74
Defrost position, refer to

Drinks holders, refer to

Cupholders 80

Drive-off assistant, refer to Hill

Assist 58

Driving dynamics control, refer

Defrosting windows 73, 74

to Sport button 59

Defrosting windows 73, 74
Defrosting windows and removing condensation

– air conditioner 73
– automatic climate control 74
Defrosting windshield, refer to

Defrosting windows 73, 74

Differential, breaking in 84