damage caused by undesired wiper activa- tion.<
Rod antenna
If necessary, for example before entering a car wash or a garage with
elevator ramp, remove the rod antenna. To do so, grip the rod antenna at the base and unscrew it from the antenna foot by turning it to the left.<
Headlamps
When cleaning the headlamps, please note: do not rub the head-
lamps dry and do not use any abrasive or caustic cleaning products. Remove dirt and contamination, such as insects, by soaking with shampoo and then rinsing with plenty of water. Always use a deicer spray to remove accumulated ice and snow; never use a scraper.<
Vehicle paintwork Regular care contributes greatly to driving safety and value retention. Environmental influences varying from one region to the next can affect the vehicle paintwork. Please base the frequency and scope of car care on these various influ- ences.
Care of upholstery Depressions that come about on the uphol- stery material of the seats in daily use can be brushed out using a slightly damp brush against the grain. The fact that velour lays down is not a qual- ity defect, but rather is inevitable in the case of home textiles or clothing materials. In the case of strong sunlight and longer parking periods, cover the seats or all win- dows to prevent discoloration.
Care of special parts >Light-alloy wheels*:
Use wheel cleaner especially during the winter months, but do not use any aggressive, acidic, strong alkali or rough cleansers or steam jets above 1407/ 606. Observe the manufacturer's instructions
>Chrome parts* such as the bonnet grille,
door handles, and similar parts: Particularly if they were exposed to road salt, clean these parts carefully with plenty of water and shampoo additive, if necessary. For additional treatment, use chrome polish
>Rubber components:
Treat only with water or rubber care products.
Do not use silicon sprays or other silicon-containing care products,
otherwise noise and damage could occur.<
>Plastic parts, artificial leather surfaces, headliner, lamp lenses, cover glass over display elements as well as matt-black die-cast parts: Clean these parts with water and plastic care products, if necessary. Do not dampen seats and the headliner. Never use solvents such as lacquer thin-
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ner, heavy-duty grease remover, fuel or similar
>Fine-wood parts*:
Please clean wood paneling and other wood parts only with a damp cloth. Dry off with a soft cloth
>Safety belts:
Only clean using mild soap, leaving the belts installed. Do not dry clean, as the fabric can be destroyed. Always roll up safety belts only when dry. Dirty safety belts prevent unrolling and thus negatively affect safety >Floor carpets and floor mats*:
Use an interior cleaner to clean these items if they are heavily soiled. Floor mats can be removed to allow the inte- rior to be cleaned
>Wiper blades:
Clean with soap and water. Replace wiper blades twice a year, before and after the cold season. This is particularly important on vehicles fitted with a rain sensor.
Caring for leather* and imitation leather The leather and imitation leather used by the manufacturer of your MINI are high
quality products processed using state-of- the-art methods and will retain their qual- ity level for many years if cared for prop- erly. Regular cleaning and care are necessary, as dust and road dirt scratch in pores and 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- 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.
Cleaning agents can contain hazard- ous or health-damaging substances. For this reason, always observe the warn- ings on the package. For interior cleaning, always open the doors or windows of the vehicle. Do not use any products that are not intended for cleaning the vehicle.<
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Care of the MINI Convertible's top The appearance and service life of the con- vertible top largely depend on the proper care and operation of the convertible top. You should therefore observe the following notes in particular: >Whenever possible, park your vehicle in the shade to protect it from intense sun- light
>Do not fold the convertible top when it is
wet, dirty or frozen; otherwise water marks, moisture stains and chafing could result
>If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area for a longer period of time, make sure that there is sufficient ventilation
>Remove bird droppings immediately
because they have corrosive properties.
Never use spot removers, paint thin- ner, solvents, cleaning fuel or similar since these products can destroy the rubber seals and cause leaks.<
CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
VEHICLE STORAGE
Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you on what is important if the vehicle is to be decommissioned for longer than three months.
If the convertible top is very dirty, it is rec- ommended that it be cleaned with a spe- cial convertible top cleaning agent. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you. Clean the convertible top as follows: >Spray the convertible top with an
approved convertible top cleaning agent
>Then scrub the convertible top with a
wet sponge using circular motions
>Afterward, finish cleaning the vehicle in
a car wash or rinse the convertible top thoroughly with plenty of water.
After washing the convertible top three to five times, it should be treated with a waterproofing agent.
Wind deflector* >Clean the wind deflector with a soft sponge and water evenly across the entire surface so that water marks do not form
>Do not clean it with a vacuum cleaner or upholstery brush attachment, otherwise the net could be damaged.
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OVERVIEW
CONTROLS
OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE
OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES
TECHNICAL DATA
INDEX
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Repairs
ONBOARD TOOL KIT
WIPER BLADES
Tire change set with onboard tools for space-saver spare tire In the luggage compartment under the floor mat.
MINI Mobility System with tire change set and onboard tools In the luggage compartment under the floor mat.
Tire change set and onboard tool kit with Run-Flat Tires MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convert- ible: >In the luggage compartment under the
floor mat.
MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Con- vertible: >Tire change set:
in the luggage compartment in a sepa- rate pouch
>Onboard tool kit:
in the luggage compartment under the floor mat.
Windshield wiper 1. Rotate the wiper arm completely out 2. Set the wiper blade at an angle 3. Press the securing spring, see arrow 4. Unhook the wiper blade towards the
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.
The picture shows as an example the tire change set with onboard tools for vehicles with the space-saver spare tire. Depending on the equipment version, your vehicle is equipped with a special onboard tool kit stored at the locations described below:
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LAMPS AND BULBS
Whenever working on the electrical system, switch off the electrical
accessory you are working on or disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Failure to do this could result in short circuits. To prevent injuries and damage, comply with any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer.<
Lamps and bulbs are an important compo- nent of vehicle safety. Therefore, proceed carefully when handling bulbs. To replace bulbs which are not described here, please contact a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained per- sonnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer.
Do not touch the glass portion of a new bulb with your bare hands since even small amounts of impurities burn into the surface and reduce the service life of the bulb. Use a clean cloth, paper napkin, or similar material, or hold the bulb by its metallic base.<
A replacement bulb set can be obtained at your MINI Dealer.
Rear window wiper* 1. Rotate the wiper arm completely out 2. Turn the wiper blade as far as it will go
to the rear
3. Press the wiper blade against the limit
and thus out of the mounting
4. Press the new wiper blade into the
mounting.
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LAMPS AND BULBS
1 Low beams H7 bulb, 55 watts
2 High beams H7 bulb, 55 watts
The H7 bulb is pressurized. Therefore, wear safety glasses and protective gloves. If the lamp is damaged there is a risk of injury.<
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your MINI
Dealer.<
Replacing bulbs The headlamps are integrated into the bon- net.
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1. Gently pull the retaining wire of the
headlamp cover and guide it outwards
2. Fold down the headlamp cover 3. Disconnect the cable connector from the
bulb socket and pull out the bulb
4. Place the bulb holder on the lower edge
of the mounting and press it in until it engages in the bulb socket
5. Reconnect the cable connector and
install the headlamp cover again.
Xenon lamps* The service life of these bulbs is very long and the probability of a failure is very low, provided that they are not switched on and off an unusual number of times. If one of these bulbs should nevertheless fail, it is possible to continue driving with great cau- tion using the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in your area do not prohibit this.
Turn signal indicators, front 21 watt bulb 1. Open the bonnet 2. Reach into the opening for the turn sig-
nal indicators from above
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb holder
while turning it to the left
4. Remove and replace the bulb.
Have any work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacement, carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a work- shop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifica- tions of the MINI manufacturer. Due to high voltage, there is a risk of fatal injury if work on the xenon lamps is carried out improperly.<
Parking lamps and standing lamps 5 watt bulb The parking lamps and standing lamps are integrated in the lamp housing of the turn signal indicator. 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull
out
2. Remove and replace the bulb.
LAMPS AND BULBS
Side turn signal indicators 5 watt bulb 1. Slide the lamp toward the rear of the
vehicle and remove
2. Remove and replace the bulb.
Tail lamps Turn signal lamp 1: Rear lamp 2: Backup lamp 3:
21 watts 21/5 watt bulb 16 watts
1 Turn signal indicator 2 Rear lamp/Brake lamp 3 Backup lamp
yellow red white
Replacing bulbs
To access the bulb holder, remove the cover
on the side panel in the luggage compart-
ment for MINI and MINI Convertible.
1. Unplug the power supply, arrow 1
2. Squeeze the retaining clips together, see
arrows 2, and remove the bulb holder
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left
4. Remove and replace the bulb 5. Press the bulb holder into position until
you hear it engage
6. Plug in the power supply.
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LAMPS AND BULBS
Do not remove the protective lenses and avoid staring directly at the unfil- tered beam for several hours, as inflamma- tion of the retina could result.<
Rear fog lamp* With the space-saver spare tire option: Access to the lamp via the back or under- side of the bumper. 1. Press the clips together 2. Push the lamp out of the bumper 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left
4. Remove and replace the bulb.
Other equipment:
In the event of a malfunction, please contact your MINI Dealer or a work- shop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifica- tions of your MINI manufacturer.<
License plate lamps 5 watt bulb As an example, the illustration shows the license plate lamp of the MINI. 1. Apply a screwdriver to the recess and
lever out the lamp cover
2. Replace the bulb.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Light-emitting diodes installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light sources for many of the controls and dis- plays in your vehicle. These light-emitting diodes are related to conventional lasers, and legislation defines them as light-emit- ting diodes, Class 1.
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REPAIRING A FLAT TIRE
SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*
To change a space-saver spare tire, proceed as follows: >Remove space-saver spare tire, refer to
the section after the next one
>Prepare for tire change, refer to page 139
>Jack up the vehicle, refer to page 140
>Mount the space-saver spare tire, refer
to page 140
>Tighten the lug bolts, refer to page 140
>Drive with space-saver spare tire, refer to
page 139.
Safety measures in the event of a flat:
Park the vehicle as far away from flowing traffic as possible, and switch on the haz- ard warning flashers. Turn the steering wheel to the straight- ahead wheel position and engage the steering lock. Engage the parking brake and shift into 1st or reverse gear – selector lever in P. All passengers should be outside the vehi- cle and well away from your immediate working area – behind a guardrail, for instance. If a portable hazard warning lamp is avail- able, set it up on the roadside at an appro- 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 vehicle: >Vehicles with Run-Flat Tires, refer to
page 115
>Vehicles with a space-saver spare tire,
refer to the following section
>Vehicles with MINI Mobility System,
refer to page 141.
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Tire change set On vehicles with a space-saver spare tire, the tire change set with onboard tools is stored in the luggage compartment under the floor mat. 1 Chock, folding 2 Hubcap remover 3 Wheel stud wrench 4 Jack 5 Special wrench for removing the space-
saver spare tire 6 Towing eyelet 7 Lifting handle The onboard tool kit includes a pouch with a plastic bag in which you can place the damaged wheel.
SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*
Removing the space-saver spare tire The screw connection of the space-saver spare tire is in the luggage compartment under the floor mat, on the base of the storage compartment for the tire change set. 1. Loosen the screw connection using the
special wrench
2. Take out the cover panel
3. Screw the lifting handle from the
onboard tool kit onto the thread
4. Raise the lifting handle slightly
5. Squeeze the securing spring 6. The space-saver spare tire is released and must be held by the lifting handle 7. Lower the space-saver spare tire with
the lifting handle
8. Unscrew the lifting handle
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SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*
CHANGING TIRES
9. Pull out the space-saver spare tire
towards the rear underneath the vehi- cle
10. Position the space-saver spare tire with
the valve facing upwards
11. Unscrew the valve extension from the
valve of the space-saver spare tire
12. Unscrew the dust cap from the exten-
sion and place it on the valve of the space-saver spare tire.
Due to its different dimensions, the damaged wheel cannot be placed in the recess for the space-saver spare tire.<
Driving with the space-saver spare tire Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. You must expect changes in vehicle han- dling such as lower track stability during braking, longer braking distances and changes in self-steering properties when close to the handling limit. These effects are more pronounced when driving with winter tires.
Only one space-saver spare tire may be mounted at one time. Reinstall a wheel and tire of the original size as soon as possible.<
Check the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity and correct it
if necessary. Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/ tire assembly balanced.<
Additional safety measures in the event of a tire change:
Change tires only on a flat, solid and non- slippery surface. The vehicle or the jack could slip sideways 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 height and reduce its load-carrying capac- ity. Do not lie under the vehicle or start the engine when the vehicle is supported by the jack – risk of fatal injury.<
Preparing for a tire change
Observe the safety precautions regarding flat tires on page 137.<
1. For vehicles with a space-saver spare
tire: 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. If the wheel is changed on a surface with a more severe slope, take additional precautions to secure the vehicle from rolling
2. Loosen the lug bolts by a half turn.
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6. Tighten all the lug bolts firmly in a diag-
onal pattern
7. Lower the vehicle 8. Remove the jack.
Tightening the lug bolts Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.
As soon as possible, have the secure seating of the lug bolts, tightening
torque 103.3 lb ft/140 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.
CHANGING TIRES
Jacking up the vehicle 1. Place the jack at the jacking point closest
to the wheel. The jack base must be perpendicular to the surface beneath the jacking point
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.<
2. During jacking up, insert the jack head in
the square recess of the jacking point
3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are changing is raised from the ground.
Mounting a wheel 1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the
wheel
2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt
from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub. Clean the lug bolts.
3. Mount the new wheel 4. Screw at least two lug bolts finger-tight
into opposite bolt holes
5. Screw in the remaining bolts
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1 Jack 2 Wheel stud wrench 3 Hubcap remover 4 Wrench, screwdriver/Phillips screw-
driver, towing eyelet
5 Compressor, hose with manometer and
plug for cigarette lighter socket
6 Package with filling hose, valve remover
and valve core 7 Filling canister 8 Hex wrench/screwdriver 9 Adapter for wheel lug lock
MINI Mobility System with onboard tools The MINI Mobility System with tire change set and onboard tools is located in the lug- gage compartment under the floor mat:
MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*
MINI Mobility System The MINI Mobility System is provided to help you repair a flat tire. With the help of this system you can apply a liquid sealant on the inside of the tire, which seals the damaged area and enables you to continue to drive.
Preparing for tire repair
Before using the MINI Mobility Sys- tem read the warning and danger
precautions on the equipment.<
If possible, leave objects in which have been forced into the tire. Take off the tag regarding speed limits and stick it onto the steering wheel.
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 142
>Reinflate the tire, refer to page 142
>Distribute liquid sealant, refer to
page 143
>Check tire inflation pressure, refer to
page 143
>Drive on, refer to page 143.
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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
in a package with the filling hose. Please remember that the liquid canister must be replaced every four years if the equipment has not been used.<
MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*
Pumping in liquid sealant 1. Shake the filling canister 2. Screw the filling hose onto the filling
canister
3. Unscrew the dust protection cap from
the valve of the defective tire
4. Screw out the valve core with the valve remover. The valve remover is located in a package with the filling hose.
Place the valve core and valve remover only on clean surfaces.<
5. Remove the cap from the filling hose 6. Push the filling hose onto the tire valve
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Reinflating the tire 1. Screw hose 1 with manometer onto the
tire valve
2. Connect plug 3 to the cigarette lighter
socket in the vehicle interior, refer to
page 90
3. Ignition key in position 1:
switch on compressor 2
4. Inflate the tires to at least 26 psi/
180 kPa, but not to more than 36 psi/ 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.<
MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*
If an air pressure of 26 psi/180 kPa cannot be reached, unscrew the
hose 1 and drive back and forth about 33 ft/10 m so that the liquid seal- ant is distributed in the tire. Afterwards repeat the procedure. If an air pressure of 26 psi/180 kPa is still not reached, the tire is too badly dam- aged. Please contact the nearest MINI Dealer.<
5. Turn off compressor 2
6. Unscrew hose 1 from the tire valve
7. Store the MINI Mobility System back in
the vehicle.
The instructions for using the MINI Mobility System are also given on the
equipment.<
Distributing liquid sealant Immediately drive for approx. 10 minutes, so that the liquid sealant is uniformly dis- tributed.
Do not exceed a speed of 40 mph / 60 km/h.
If possible do not drive at a speed lower than 10 mph / 20 km/h.<
Driving on
Do not exceed the permitted maxi- mum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h;
otherwise an accident could happen.<
Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly balanced. Have the MINI Mobility System refilled.<
Tire change set When changing a tire, always observe the safety measures and the procedure for changing tires starting on page 137.
In case of a flat tire the tire change set is not needed due to the availabil-
ity of the MINI Mobility System.<
Checking tire inflation pressure 1. After driving for approx. 10 minutes, pull
over at a suitable location
2. Screw hose with manometer back onto
the tire valve
3. Check the tire inflation pressures.
The tire inflation pressure must be at least 18 psi/130 kPa. If it is not,
do not continue driving.< If 18 psi/130 kPa are displayed:
4. Ignition key position 1:
switch on compressor 2. Correct the tire
inflation pressure to the specified value,
refer to the tire inflation pressure table
on page 109
5. Replace the tire as soon as possible.
The use of the MINI Mobility System may be ineffective with tire damage
larger than approx. 1/6 in/4 mm. Please contact the nearest MINI Dealer if the tire cannot be made drivable with the MINI Mobility System.<
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Disposal
After replacing old batteries, return the used batteries to your MINI
Dealer or to a recycling point. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Secure the battery to prevent it from tilting during transport.<
Power failure
After a temporary power failure, e.g. due to
a discharged battery, some of your vehicle's
equipment will function only to a limited
extent and must be reinitialized or read-
justed. Individual settings are also lost and
must be reprogrammed:
>The clock must be reset, refer to page 67
>The power windows must be reinitial-
ized, refer to page 32
>Radio*:
The stations must be reset, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio
>Navigation system*:
It may take some time for its operability to be restored, refer to the Owner's Man- ual for Navigation System.
VEHICLE BATTERY
Storage location MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convert- ible: The battery is located in the engine com- partment, refer to page 119.
MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Con- vertible: The battery is located in the luggage com- partment under the floor mat.
Battery care The battery is absolutely maintenance-free, that is, the original electrolyte will normally last for the service life of the battery under moderate climatic conditions. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you if you have any questions regarding the battery.
Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine switched off, refer to 'Jump-starting', page 146.
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FUSES
Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse or replace it with a fuse of a dif-
ferent color or Ampere rating. To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a circuit overload.<
If a second fuse blows in the same cir- cuit, have the cause rectified by your
MINI Dealer.<
A fuse allocation diagram is located on the inside of the fuse box cover panel. Plastic tweezers and spare fuses can be found in the fuse box in the vehicle interior.
In the engine compartment In the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER Convertible to the right of the battery. In the MINI COOPER S and the MINI COO- PER S Convertible to the right of the air fil- ter box. Open the fuse box lid. To do so, press the clip fastener.
In the vehicle interior On the left side of the footwell in the side trim panel. Open the fuse box lid. To do so, press the fastener.
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JUMP-STARTING
When your battery is discharged, you can use two jumper cables to start your vehicle with power from the battery in a second vehicle. Correspondingly you can help start another vehicle. Only use jumper cables with fully insulated handles on the termi- nal clamps.
Preparing for jump-starting
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 per- sonal injury and/or damage to either vehi- cle or both vehicles. Make sure that there is no contact between the bodywork of the two vehicles to avoid a short circuit haz- ard.<
1. Check whether the battery of the sup- port vehicle has 12 Volts and approxi- mately the same capacity measured in Ah. These data are printed on the bat- tery
2. Switch off the engine of the support
vehicle
3. Switch off any electrical systems and
components in both vehicles.
Connect the jumper cables
Always adhere to this sequence when connecting the jumper cables; failure to observe this procedure can lead to spark- ing and pose an injury hazard.<
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The illustration shows the auxiliary jump- starting terminal on the MINI COOPER S and the MINI COOPER S Convertible. In the MINI COOPER S and the MINI COOPER S Convertible, the auxiliary jump- starting terminal, arrow 1, acts as the posi- tive battery terminal, refer to view of engine compartment on page 120. The cover is marked with a +. 1. Remove the cover of the battery or open the cover of the auxiliary jump-starting terminal: >MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Con-
vertible: Remove the battery cover. To do so, press the two clips simulta- neously.
>MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S
Convertible:
JUMP-STARTING
Flip open the cover of the auxiliary
jump-starting terminal, arrow 1
2. Connect one terminal clamp of the
plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat- tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump- starting terminal of the support vehicle
3. Connect the other terminal clamp of the plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat- tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump- starting terminal of the vehicle to be started
Engine or body ground in your MINI or MINI Convertible: arrow 2. 4. Connect one terminal clamp of the
minus/– jumper cable to the negative battery terminal or to an engine or body ground of the support vehicle
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 be started.
TOWING AND TOW-STARTING
Observe all applicable laws and regu- lations for towing and tow-start-
ing.<
Do not transport any occupant other than the driver in a vehicle that is
being towed.<
Using the towing eyelet The screw-in towing eyelet is stored in the onboard tool kit, refer to page 132; be sure that it remains with the vehicle at all times. It can be attached at the front or rear of your vehicle.
Use only the towing eyelet supplied with the vehicle and screw it in firmly
until it stops. Use the towing eyelet for towing on paved roads only. Avoid subject- ing the towing eyelet to lateral loads, e.g. do not lift the vehicle using the towing eye- let. Otherwise, the towing eyelet and the vehicle could be damaged.<
Performing the jump-start 1. Start the engine of the support vehicle
and allow it to run at increased idle speed for several minutes
2. Start the engine of the other vehicle in
the usual manner. If the first start attempt is not success- ful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge
3. Allow the engines of both vehicles to run
for several minutes.
On the MINI or MINI Convertible: Before disconnecting the jumper cables, switch on the lighting, the rear window defroster and the highest blower speed to prevent a voltage surge from the regulator to the electrical sys- tems and components.<
4. Then disconnect the jumper cables in
the reverse order.
If necessary have the battery checked and completely charged at a MINI Dealer.
Do not use spray starter fluids to start the engine.<
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TOWING AND TOW-STARTING
Access to the threaded socket The illustration shows by way of example the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER Convertible. Pry out the cover in the front or rear bumper by inserting a screwdriver into the recess.
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition key is in position 1; otherwise the steering
lock could engage and prevent the vehicle from being steered. There is no power assist while the engine is off. Therefore, you will need to exert more force to brake and steer the vehicle.<
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Turn on the hazard warning flashers, if required by national regulations. If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify the vehicle being towed, e.g. by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win- dow.
With a tow bar:
The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, vehicle handling can no longer be controlled.<
MINI or MINI Convertible with manual transmission: Put the gearshift lever in idle position.
MINI or MINI Convertible featuring auto- matic transmission with Steptronic:
Only tow vehicles featuring auto- matic transmission with Steptronic with a tow truck; otherwise the transmis- sion can be damaged, refer to page 149.<
Overriding the selector lever lock, refer to page 59.
Towing methods In some countries, it is not permitted to tow the vehicle with a tow bar or tow rope on public roads. Familiarize yourself with the applicable towing regulations for the country in which you are driving.
The towing eyelets of both vehicles should be on the same side. If the tow bar can only be used in a diagonal position, please note the following: >Clearance and maneuverability will be
strictly limited in corners
>The inclination of the tow bar produces
lateral force.
Attach the tow bar to the towing eye- let only. Attaching it to other parts of
the vehicle can result in damage.<
With a tow rope: When the towing vehicle is driving off, make sure that the tow rope is taut.
Use nylon ropes or straps for towing because they prevent sudden jerking
movements. Attach the tow rope to the towing eyelet only. Attaching it to other parts of the vehicle can result in damage.<
TOWING AND TOW-STARTING
Tow-starting
Do not tow-start vehicles featuring automatic transmission with Step-
tronic. Jump-starting, refer to page 146.<
Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possible. Jump-start the engine instead, refer to page 146. Vehicles with a catalytic converter should only be tow-started if the engine is cold. Vehicles with an automatic transmission cannot be tow-started. 1. Turn on the hazard warning flashers;
comply with national regulations
2. Turn the ignition key to position 2
3. Engage the 3rd gear
4. Have the vehicle towed with the clutch
completely depressed and then slowly
release the clutch. After the engine has
started, immediately depress the clutch
again completely
5. Pull over at a suitable location, remove
the tow bar or tow rope, and turn off the hazard warning flashers
6. Have the vehicle checked.
With a tow truck: Have the MINI or MINI Convertible trans- ported by a tow truck with a lift sling, or on a flatbed.
Only tow vehicles featuring auto- matic transmission with Steptronic
with the front wheels raised or on a special transport vehicle; otherwise the transmis- sion can be damaged. Do not lift the vehicle by the towing eyelet, nor by parts of the body or chassis. Other- wise damage could result.<
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ENGINE DATA
MINI COOPER,
MINI COOPER S,
MINI COOPER S,
MINI COOPER Convertible
MINI COOPER S Convertible
MINI COOPER S Convertible with John Cooper Works Kit*
Displacement Number of cylinders Maximum output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed
cu in/cmμ
hp/kW rpm lb ft/Nm rpm
97.5/1,598
115/85
6,000
111/150
4,500
97.5/1,598
168/125
6,000
162/220
4,000
97.5/1,598
208/155
6,950
180/245
4,500
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DIMENSIONS: MINI
All measurements in inches/millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 34 ft 10 in/10.66 m.
Values following a ; are differing values for MINI COOPER S.
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DIMENSIONS: MINI CONVERTIBLE
All measurements in inches/millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 34 ft 10 in/10.66 m.
Values following a ; are differing values for MINI COOPER S.
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WEIGHTS: MINI
MINI COOPER
MINI COOPER S
Curb weight, with all optional special equipment with manual transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic Cargo and luggage load capacity Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load, with special MINI roof rack Luggage compartment volume with rear backrest folded down
lbs/kg lbs/kg
lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg cu ft/liters cu ft/liters
2,524/1,145
2,557/1,160
3,340/1,515
3,373/1,530
816/370
1,918/870
1,609/730
165/75
5.3/150
23.7/670
2,679/1,215
2,723/1,235
3,494/1,585
3,538/1,605
816/370
1,962/890
1,698/770
165/75
5.3/150
23.7/670
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WEIGHTS: MINI CONVERTIBLE
MINI COOPER Convertible
MINI COOPER S Convertible
Curb weight, with all optional special equipment with manual transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic Cargo and luggage load capacity Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load, with special MINI roof rack Luggage compartment volume with luggage compartment cover hooked in above with rear backrest folded down
lbs/kg lbs/kg
lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg cu ft/liters cu ft/liters cu ft/liters
2,700/1,225
2,734/1,240
3,472/1,575
3,505/1,590
771/350
1,918/870
1,697/770
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4.2/120
5.8/165
21.4/605
2,844/1,290
2,888/1,310
3,616/1,640
3,660/1,660
771/350
1,962/890
1,763/800
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4.2/120
5.8/165
21.4/605
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CAPACITIES
Fuel tank Reserve Window washer system Headlamp washer system Cooling system including heater circuit
gal./liters gal./liters quarts/liters quarts/liters quarts/liters
quarts/liters
approx. 13.2/50
approx. 2.1/8
approx. 2.4/2.3
approx. 2.6/2.5
5.6/5.3 MINI COOPER and
MINI COOPER Convertible
6.3/6.0 MINI COOPER S and
MINI COOPER S Convertible
Notes
Fuel quality, refer to page 105
More details, refer to page 64
More details, refer to page 122
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