2011 Mini Cooper Convertible Owners Manual

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10 Switching displays 108
> "PHONE": telephone > "COMP": computer > "CONFIG": adjusting

11 Radio on/off, volume

> Press: to switch radio on/off > Turn: adjusting volume 108

12 Ejecting CD, refer to owner's manual for the

radio This symbol appears on the radio display

when a phone call is being made with the hands-free system.

Menu navigation

Selecting and confirming function Functions can be selected by turning the right rotary knob and confirmed by pressing it.

1. Turn knob, arrow 2, to select a function with

the highlight, e.g. "PHONE".

2. Press the knob, arrow 1, to confirm a high-

lighted function.

Function buttons

Press the button.

To carry out a function, press the button under- neath it to the right or left. If only one function appears on the display, then press the button anywhere, on the left, on the right, or in the middle.

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Pairing/unpairing mobile phone

Overview The pairing data of four mobile phones can be stored simultaneously in the vehicle. When the engine is running or the ignition is switched on, each paired mobile phone is automatically detected as soon as it is present in the passenger compartment.

Requirements > Suitable mobile phone, refer to page 102. > Mobile phone operational. > Bluetooth activated in vehicle, refer to

page 104, and in the mobile phone.

> Bluetooth presets in the mobile phone are required, e.g. connection not confirmed or visible, refer to owner's manual for the mobile phone.

> A number with at least 4 and at most 16 dig-

its has been established as the Bluetooth passkey. Only required once for pairing.

> Ignition switched on.

Activating/deactivating Bluetooth link Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere. Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations. To deactivate the Bluetooth connection: 1. 2.

Press the button.

3.

4.

5.

Press the button.

Press the button.

Press the button.

Press the button.

To reactivate the Bluetooth connection: 1.

Press the button.

2.

Press the button.

Pairing and connecting

Only pair the mobile phone when the vehicle is stopped; otherwise, inattention

may lead to endangerment of passengers or other road users.<

Switching on ignition 1.

Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock.

2. Switch on the ignition; to do so, press the start/stop button without stepping on the brake or clutch pedal.

Preparation on the radio display 3.

Press the button.

Press the button.

Press the button.

4.

5.

6.

Press the button.

12.

Press the right rotary knob to display the Blue- tooth name of your vehicle on the display.

Preparation with mobile phone 7. Other operations must be performed on the mobile phone and differ depending on the type of mobile phone, refer to owner's man- ual of the mobile phone, e.g. under Con-

necting or coupling Bluetooth device. The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears on the mobile phone display.

8. Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on

the mobile phone display.

Pairing The mobile phone or the radio display will prompt you to enter the same Bluetooth pass- key. Depending on the mobile phone, you have approx. 30 seconds to enter the Bluetooth pass- key using the mobile phone and the radio dis- play. If the Bluetooth passkey can be entered using the radio, then the following appears on the dis- play:

9. Enter the Bluetooth passkey using the num-

ber buttons of the mobile phone.

10.

Press the button to enter the Blue-

tooth passkey using the radio.

11. Using the function buttons 0-9, enter the same Bluetooth passkey that was entered into the mobile phone. To delete the last digit:

Press the button.

Press the button to confirm the

Bluetooth passkey. The following display will appear after a few seconds:

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13.

Press the button if necessary.

The following display will appear after the mobile phone is paired:

If pairing was successful, the mobile phone appears at the top of the list of mobile phones. If the pairing was not successful: what to do if…, refer to page 107. To repeat the pairing procedure:

Connecting a particular mobile phone If more than one mobile phone is detected by the vehicle, the mobile phone at the top of the list is connected. A different mobile phone can be connected by selecting it. The connected mobile phone is identified with the following symbol in the radio display: To change the sequence of mobile phones in the list: 1. 2.

Press the button.

Press the button.

1.

Press the button.

3.

Press the button.

2. Repeat steps 6 to 13. If the application has been repeatedly unsuc- cessful, please contact the Hotline. To display the Hotline phone number:

Press the button.

Press the right rotary knob to display the Hotline phone number and to display required pairing information on the display.

Following the initial pairing > The mobile phone is detected/connected in

the vehicle within a short period of time when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on.

> After identification, phone book entries are imported from the mobile phone and/or SIM card* of the telephone, depending on the telephone.

> Specific settings may be necessary in some

mobile phones, e.g. authorization or a secure connection, refer to the mobile phone operating instructions.

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4. Turn the right rotary knob until the display shows the mobile phone whose position in the list is to be changed.

5.

Press the button the number of

times required to reach the desired position.

Unpairing mobile phone 1. Switch off mobile phone. 2. 3.

Press the button.

Press the button.

4.

Press the button.

5. Turn the right rotary knob to show the

desired mobile phone on the radio display.

6.

7.

Press the button.

Press the button to acknowledge

the message displayed.

What to do if… For information on suitable mobile phones, refer to page 102. The mobile phone could not be paired or con- nected. > Is Bluetooth activated in the vehicle and in the mobile phone? Activate Bluetooth in the vehicle and in the mobile phone.

> Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile phone and the vehicle match? Enter the same passkey on the mobile phone and via the radio.

> Is the passkey input taking longer than 30

seconds? Repeat the pairing procedure.

> Are too many Bluetooth devices connected to the mobile phone? If so, delete the con- nections with other devices on the mobile phone.

> Is the mobile phone in power economy

mode or does it only have a small amount of battery charge remaining? Charge the mobile phone in the snap-in adapter* or via a charging cable.

> Depending on the mobile phone, it may only

be possible to connect one device to the vehicle. Unpair the connected device from the vehicle and only pair and connect one device.

> Is the mobile phone no longer responding?

Switch the mobile phone off and back on again. Repeat the pairing procedure.

Phone book entries are not displayed, not all of them are displayed, or they are displayed incompletely. > The transfer of phone book entries has not

yet completed.

> It is possible that only the phone book

entries of the mobile phone or the SIM card* are transferred.

> It may not be possible to display phone book

entries with special characters.

> The number of phone book entries to be

stored is too high.

> The data volume of the phone book entry is

too great, e.g. due to additionally stored

information such as notes? Reduce the data volume.

The telephone connection quality is low. > Depending on the mobile phone, it is possi- ble to adjust the strength of the Bluetooth signal.

> Insert the mobile phone into the snap-in

adapter* or place it in the vicinity of the cen- ter console.

> Adjust the volume of the microphone and

speaker separately.

If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function please contact the Hotline or your MINI center.

Operation

Overview The following functions can be operated using the radio: > Accepting/refusing a call > Dialing phone numbers > Dialing a phone number from the phone

book

> Dialing a stored phone number, e.g. from

the list of accepted calls

> Ending a call When the ignition is switched off and in radio- ready mode, e.g. after removal of the infrared remote control, an ongoing conversation can be continued for a maximum of 25 minutes using the hands-free system.

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Adjusting volume

Entering phone numbers

Dialing a number 1.

Press the button.

Press the button

2.

3.

Press the button.

4. Enter the desired phone number using the

0-9 buttons. To delete the last digit:

Press the button.

5.

Press the button on the radio or on the

steering wheel.

Alternative: Turn the right rotary knob to dial the phone number. For your phone number to be displayed to the person you are calling, the display of phone numbers must be enabled by your service pro- vider.

Keypad dialing Use keypad dialing to gain access to network services or to control devices, e.g. to remotely access an answering machine. This requires the DTMF code. This function is available if a connection has been established and the call is being made using the hands-free system. 1.

Press the button.

Turn the knob until the desired volume is reached. The volume for incoming calls and call volume can be adjusted independently of each other. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.

Incoming call

Receiving calls If the phone number of the caller is stored in the phone book and the phone number is transmit- ted, then the name of the entry is displayed.

Accepting a call

Press the button on the radio or steering

wheel. Alternative:

Press the button.

Rejecting a call

Press the button.

Ending a call

Press the button on the radio or steering

wheel. Alternative:

Press the button.

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2. Enter the desired code using the 0-9 but-

tons.

3.

If needed, press and hold the but- ton on the right or left side to enter special characters.

Dialing a phone number from the phone book or from phone numbers stored in a list Phone numbers dialed, incoming calls, and phone book entries are stored in lists when the mobile phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. If the caller is entered in the phone book, then the name of the entry is displayed instead of the phone number. Select the desired name from the list and estab- lish the connection. There are five available lists: > "A-Z"

The entries of the phone book, the SIM card*, or the mobile phone, composed of a name and phone number, are sorted alpha- betically. > "TOP8"

The Top 8 list automatically stores the eight phone numbers of the phone book that are dialed the most frequently.

> "LAST8"

The last eight phone numbers you have dialed are stored automatically. The phone number dialed last appears at the top of the list.

> "CALLS"

The phone numbers of the last eight accepted calls are stored. This requires the phone number of the caller to have been transmitted.

> "MISSED"

The phone numbers of the last eight calls that were not accepted are stored. This requires the phone number of the caller to have been transmitted.

Dialing a phone number from the phone book The A-Z list is available for phone book entries. If entries with different names, but the same phone number are transferred from the mobile phone to the vehicle, only one entry is displayed. The displays of the phone book entries on the radio display can differ from the displays on the mobile phone display, e.g. sequence of the first and last names. 1.

Press the button.

Press the button.

2.

3.

Press the button.

The arrows indicate that

additional letters can be displayed. Turn the right rotary knob to display addi- tional letters.

4. Turn the right rotary knob to select the first

letters of the desired entry.

5.

Press the button if so desired.

The phone number is dialed. To display all entries: 1. Turn the right rotary knob to select the first

letters of the desired entry and press the right rotary knob.

2. Turn the right rotary knob to select the desired entry and press the right rotary knob.

The phone number is dialed. The phone number can also be dialed using the buttons on the steering wheel or radio:

Press the button.

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Editing and dialing a phone number from the phone book The phone number of an entry can be edited before a call. This change is not stored in the phone book. 1. Select an entry. 2.

Press the button.

3.

digit.

Press the button to delete a

4. Enter additional digits using the 0-9 buttons. 5. Turn the right rotary knob to dial the phone

number.

Dialing a phone number from the phone book using buttons on the steering wheel 1.

Press and hold the button to display the

telephone menu.

2. Use the arrow buttons on the steering wheel

to scroll through the phone book.

3.

Press and hold the button to dial the

phone number.

Dialing a phone number stored in a list To select an entry and establish a connection: 1. 2.

Press the button.

Press the button.

3.

Press the desired button to select

one of the four lists.

4. Turn the right rotary knob to select an entry

and press the right rotary knob to dial the phone number.

Deleting an individual entry 1. Select the desired entry from the list. 2.

Press the button.

Displaying call duration To display the duration during a call:

Press the button.

Hands-free system

General information Calls being conducted using the hands-free sys- tem can be continued using the mobile phone and vice versa.

From the mobile phone to the hands- free system Calls that have been initiated from outside the Bluetooth range of the vehicle can be continued using the hands-free system if the ignition is switched on. Depending on the mobile phone, the call is automatically switched to hands-free mode. If the switch does not occur automatically, then follow the instructions that appear on the dis- play of the mobile phone, also refer to the owner's manual of the mobile phone.

From hands-free system to mobile phone Calls being conducted using the hands-free sys- tem can also be continued using the mobile phone if so desired, depending on the mobile phone. At this point, follow the instructions that appear on the display of the mobile phone, also refer to the owner's manual of the mobile phone.

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Operation by voice*

Finishing voice input

Press the button on the steering wheel

The concept > The mobile phone can be operated without

removing your hand from the steering wheel.

> In many cases, the entry process is sup- ported by means of announcements or questions.

> {...} Verbal instructions to use with the voice

activation system.

> {{...}} Indicates responses of the voice acti-

vation system.

Voice commands

Activating voice activation system 1.

Briefly press the button on the steering

wheel. An acoustic signal indicates that commands can be spoken aloud. Display on the radio:

briefly or

{Cancel}.

Possible commands

Having possible commands read aloud The system understands default commands that must be spoken word for word.

{Help}.

Possible commands are read aloud. The system recognizes digits from zero to nine. Each digit can be spoken individually or com- bined into a sequence to accelerate the entry process.

Using alternative commands There are often a number of commands to run a function, e.g.:

{Dial name} or {Name}.

2. Say the command.

Example: dialing phone numbers To start the dialog:

Press the button on the steering wheel.

You say

{Dial number}

For example: {123 456 7890}

The voice control answers

{{Please say the number}}

Depending on equipment: {{123 456 7890. Continue ?}}

{Dial}

{{Dialing number}}

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Calling

Dialing phone numbers

{Dial number}.

1. 2. Say the phone number. 3.

{Dial}.

The connection to the desired subscriber is established.

Correcting phone number Digit sequences can be deleted after the system has repeated the digits. {Correct number}.

The command can be repeated as often as nec- essary.

Deleting phone number

{Delete}.

Delete the entry.

{Delete name}.

1. 2. Say the name when prompted. 3. Confirm the query with {Yes}.

Delete all entries.

1.

{Delete phonebook}. The dialog for deleting phone book is opened.

2. Confirm the query with {Yes}. 3. Confirm the query again with {Yes}.

Listen to and select the entries:

1.

{Read phonebook}. The dialog for reading phone book is opened.

2. Say {Dial number} when the desired

entry is read.

All digits entered up to this point are deleted.

Select an entry.

Redialing

{Redial}.

Voice phone book* Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, it may be necessary to create your own voice phone book. Depending on the equipment you have, the entries are imported from the mobile phone's memory or have to be entered independently of it. In this case, phone numbers stored in the mobile phone cannot be accessed by voice or stored in the mobile phone by voice.

Store the entry.

{Save name}.

1. 2. Say the name aloud. Do not exceed a speaking duration of about 2 seconds.

3. Say the phone number after being prompted to do so by the system. {Save}.

4.

{Dial name}.

1. 2. Say the name when prompted. 3. Confirm the query with {Yes}.

Adjusting volume Turn knob during announcement. > The volume remains the same, even if the volume of other audio sources is changed.

> The volume is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Notes

Notes on emergency calls Do not use the voice activation system to initiate an emergency call. In stressful situations, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establishment of a tele- phone connection.

Ambient conditions > Say the commands, numbers and letters

smoothly and with normal volume, empha- sis and speed.

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> Always say commands in the language of

2.

the voice activation system.

> Keep doors, windows, glass sunroof*/pan-

orama glass roof*, or convertible top* closed to avoid noise interference.

> Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while

speaking.

Insert the snap-in adapter at the front, arrow 1, and press downward, arrow 2, until it clicks into place.

MINI contact* Several MINI center phone numbers can be dis- played. > "Road Assist": roadside service*, if you

require assistance in the event of a flat tire. > "Service": MINI Service, for example if you

need to make a service appointment.

> "Cust Relat": MINI Hotline* for information

about your vehicle.

Displaying phone numbers 1. Press the 2.

button.

Press the

button.

Inserting mobile phone

1. Depending on the mobile phone, it may be necessary to remove the protective cap of the antenna connector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone.

3. Turn the right rotary knob until the desired

2. Push the mobile phone with the buttons fac-

phone number is displayed.

Snap-in adapter*

Installation location In the center armrest.

Inserting snap-in adapter 1. Press the button and remove the cover.

ing upward toward the electrical connec- tions and press down until it engages.

Removing mobile phone

Press the button and remove the mobile phone.

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AT A GLANCE

CONTROLS

DRIVING TIPS

COMMUNICATIONS

MOBILITY

MOBILITY

REFERENCE

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Refueling

Switch off the engine before refueling; otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the

tank and a message will be displayed.<

Take all precautionary measures and observe all applicable regulations when handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con- tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the event of an accident.<

Fuel filler flap

Opening

1. Open the fuel filler flap. 2. Turn the gas cap counterclockwise. 3. Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to

the fuel filler flap.

Closing Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click.

Do not pinch the band attached to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed properly and fuel vapors can escape. A message will be displayed if the gas cap is loose or miss- ing.<

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Manually releasing the fuel filler flap In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can manually release the fuel filler flap: 1. Remove the cover from the left-hand side-

wall of the cargo area.

MINI:

MINI Convertible:

2. Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump

symbol. The fuel filler flap is released.

By way of example, the illustration shows the sidewall of the cargo compartment in the MINI.

Observe the following when refueling

Take all precautionary measures and observe all applicable regulations when handling fuel; otherwise, there is a danger of personal injury and property damage.< When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com- pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler nozzle while filling the tank, as that would lead to > premature pump shutoff > reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-

ery system.

The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time.

Fuel tank capacity

If the range displayed is less than 30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other- wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and damage could occur.< Approx. 13.2 US gallons/50 liters, including the reserve capacity of 2.1 US gallons/8 liters.

Fuel specifications

Do not use leaded gasoline; otherwise, permanent damage to the catalytic con-

verter will result. Do not fill the tank with E85, i.e. fuel containing 85% ethanol, nor with FlexFuel. Otherwise, the engine and fuel supply system will be dam- aged.<

Required fuel

Super Premium gasoline/AKI 91
This gasoline is highly recommended. However, you may also use gasoline with less AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is: > Cooper S, John Cooper Works: 89
> Cooper: 87
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat- ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high outside temperatures. This has no effect on the engine life.

Do not use any gasoline below the speci- fied minimum fuel grade. Otherwise, the

engine could be damaged.<

Use high-quality brands Field experience has indicated significant differ- ences in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada. Fuels contain- ing up to and including 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8% oxygen by weight, that is, 15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equivalent amount of cosolvent, will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship.

The use of poor-quality fuels may result in drivability, starting and stalling problems especially under certain environmental condi- tions such as high ambient temperature and high altitude. Should you encounter drivability problems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high-quality brand such as gasoline that is advertised as Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. Failure to comply with these recommendations may also result in unscheduled maintenance.<

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Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressures

Checking the tire inflation pressure of the space-saver spare tire*

Information for your safety It is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving comfort and, to a great extent, driving safety that depend on the condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pres- sure.

Checking pressure

Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and correct it, if necessary: at least twice a month and before starting long trips. If you fail to observe this precaution you may be driving on tires with incorrect tire pressures, a condition that can not only compromise your vehicle's driving stability, but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident. Do not drive with deflated, i.e. flat tires, except when using run- flat tires. A flat tire will seriously impair your vehicle's handling and braking response. Attempts to drive on a flat tire can lead to loss of control over the vehicle.< Check the tire inflation pressures only on cold tires. This means after a maximum of 1.25 miles/ 2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours. When tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure is higher.

After adjusting the tire inflation pressure, reinitialize the flat tire monitor, page 65,

or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, page 67.<

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A valve extension for checking the inflation pres- sure is located behind the bumper.

Inflation pressure specifications The tables below provide all the correct inflation pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient temperature.

The tire inflation pressures apply to the tire sizes approved and the tire brands recommended by the manufacturer of your MINI. Your MINI dealer will be glad to advise you.< For correct identification of the right tire infla- tion pressures, observe the following: > Tire sizes for your vehicle > Load conditions > Maximum allowable driving speed

Tire inflation pressures for driving up to 100 mph or 160 km/h For normal driving up to 100 mph or 160 km/h and to achieve optimum driving comfort, adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation pres- sures listed on the following pages in the col- umns for traveling speeds up to a maximum of 100 mph or 160 km/h. These tire inflation pressures can also be found on the driver's side door post when the driver's door is open.

Tire inflation pressures for driving above 100 mph or 160 km/h

In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess of 100 mph or 160 km/h, adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation pres- sures listed on the following pages in the col- umns for traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph or 160 km/h. Otherwise, tire damage and accidents could occur.< Observe all national and local maximum speed limits; otherwise, violations of the law could occur.

The maximum permitted speed for these tire inflation pressures is 100 mph or

160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed; otherwise, tire damage and accidents may occur.<

MINI Cooper tire inflation pressures

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Speeds up to a

max. of

100 mph/160 km/h

Speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopas- cal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature

175/65 R 15 84 T M+S 175/65 R 15 84 H M+S 175/65 R 15 84 H 175/60 R 16 82 H M+S RSC 195/55 R 16 87 H RSC 195/55 R 16 87 H M+S RSC 195/55 R 16 87 V M+S RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V M+S RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V M+S RSC 205/40 R 18 82 W RSC

Emergency wheel: 115/ 70 R 15 90 M

33/230

33/230

38/260

38/260

60/420

60/420

60/420

60/420

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 169.

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MINI Cooper S tire inflation pressures

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Speeds up to a

max. of

100 mph/160 km/h

Speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopas- cal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature

195/55 R 16 87 V RSC 195/55 R 16 87 H M+S RSC 195/55 R 16 87 V M+S RSC

205/45 R 17 84 V M+S RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V RSC 205/40 R 18 82 W RSC 175/60 R 16 82 H M+S RSC

33/230

33/230

38/260

38/260

38/260

38/260

41/280

41/280

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 169.

MINI John Cooper Works tire inflation pressures

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Speeds up to a

max. of

100 mph/160 km/h

Speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopas- cal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature

185/50 R 17 86 H M+S XL RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V M+S RSC 205/45 R 17 84 W RSC

38/260

38/260

41/280

41/280

205/40 R 18 82 W RSC

41/280

41/280

44/300

44/300

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 169.

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MINI Cooper Convertible tire inflation pressures

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Speeds up to a

max. of

100 mph/160 km/h

Speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopas- cal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature

175/65 R 15 84 T M+S 175/65 R 15 84 H 175/65 R 15 84 H M+S 175/60 R 16 82 H M+S RSC 195/55 R 16 87 H RSC 195/55 R 16 87 H M+S RSC 195/55 R 16 87 V M+S RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V M+S RSC 205/40 R 18 82 W RSC

Emergency wheel: 115/ 70 R 15 90 M

35/240

35/240

38/260

38/260

60/420

60/420

60/420

60/420

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 169.

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MINI Cooper S Convertible tire inflation pressures

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Speeds up to a

max. of

100 mph/160 km/h

Speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopas- cal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature

195/55 R 16 87 V RSC 195/55 R 16 87 H M+S RSC 195/55 R 16 87 V M+S RSC

205/45 R 17 84 V M+S RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V RSC 205/40 R 18 82 W RSC 175/60 R 16 82 H M+S RSC

35/240

35/240

38/260

38/260

39/270

39/270

42/290

42/290

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 169.

MINI John Cooper Works Convertible tire inflation pressures

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Speeds up to a

max. of

100 mph/160 km/h

Speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopas- cal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature

185/50 R 17 86 H M+S XL RSC 205/45 R 17 84 V M+S RSC 205/45 R 17 84 W RSC

39/270

39/270

42/290

42/290

205/40 R 18 82 W RSC

42/290

42/290

45/310

45/310

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 170.

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Tire coding Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires.

225/45 R 17 91 V

Tire size e.g. Nominal width in mm Aspect ratio in Ξ Radial belt construction Rim diameter in inches Load rating, not on ZR tires Speed code letter, in front of the R on ZR tires

Speed code letter Q = up to 100 mph or 160 km/h T = up to 118 mph or 190 km/h H = up to 131 mph or 210 km/h V = up to 150 mph or 240 km/h W = up to 167 mph or 270 km/h Y = up to 186 mph or 300 km/h

Tire Identification Number Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the US Department of Transportation. DOT code:

DOT xxxx xxx 3010

For instance: Manufacturer's code for tire make Tire size and tire design Tire age

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Tread wear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C

All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition

to these grades.<

Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov- ernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1γ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, how- ever, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test sur- faces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, corner- ing, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteris- tics.<

Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus- tained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of

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Minimum tread depth

Wear indicators in the base of the tread groove are distributed around the tire's circumference; the letters TWI, for Tread Wear Indicator, on the tire's sidewalls identify tires that incorporate these wear indicators. When tire tread is worn down to the level of the wear indicators, the remaining tread depth is 1/16 in/1.6 mm.

Tire damage Due to low-profile tires, please note that wheels, tires and suspensions parts are more susceptible to road hazards and consequential damages. Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehicle defect. This can, for exam- ple, be caused by driving over curbs. The same applies to any other abnormal road behavior, such as pulling severely to the right or left.

In these cases, reduce speed immediately and have wheels and tires thoroughly

checked. To do so, drive carefully to the nearest MINI dealer or tire shop that works according to MINI repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If necessary, have the vehicle towed there. Otherwise, tire damage can be extremely dan- gerous for vehicle occupants and other road users.<