2011 Mini Cooper Convertible Owners Manual

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If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the time between wipes is controlled automatically and depends on the intensity of the rainfall. The rain sensor is mounted on the windshield, directly in front of the interior rearview mirror.

Activating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press button, arrow 3.

This symbol is displayed in the tacho- meter.

Deactivate the rain sensor before entering an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.<

Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain sensor 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 44. 2. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.

3. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the

symbol and "SET" are displayed.

5. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

6. Press the button to select the desired sensi-

tivity.

7. Wait, or press and hold the button until the

display changes. The settings are stored.

Deactivating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press the button again, arrow 3.

Brief wipe Press the lever downward once, arrow 2.

Cleaning windshield and headlamps* Pull the lever, arrow 4. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and the wipers are operated briefly. When the vehicle lighting system is switched on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals. In cars equipped with an alarm system, the headlamps cannot be cleaned when the hood is open.

Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty; otherwise, you will

damage the washer pump. Only use the washers if the hood has been com- pletely closed; otherwise, the headlamp washer system* may be damaged. Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield. If you do, your vision could be obscured. For this reason, use anti- freeze.<

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Window washer nozzles The window washer nozzles are heated auto- matically* while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on.

MINI: rear window wiper

Washer fluid reservoir

Only refill washer fluid that contains anti- freeze when the engine is cool, to avoid contact with hot engine parts. Otherwise, fluid spills constitute a fire hazard and a risk to per- sonal safety.<

0 Rear wipers parked 1 To switch on intermittent wipe

Turn the cap to level 1. Operation is continuous in reverse gear. The rear wiper does not move if the cap is in interval stage 1 before the ignition is switched on.

Cleaning the rear window 2 To clean the rear window during intermit-

tent wipe Turn the cap further to level 2 and hold it there.

3 To clean the rear window when wipers are

parked Turn the cap to level 3 and hold it there.

Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty; otherwise, you will

damage the washer pump.<

Washer fluid

Washer fluid is flammable. Keep it away from ignition sources, only store it in the closed, original container, and keep out of reach of children; otherwise, there is a danger of injury. Comply with the instructions on the con- tainer.<

Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations.

Mix the water and antifreeze before filling the washer fluid reservoir to make sure

the correct concentration is maintained.<

Capacity Approx. 2.6 US quarts/2.5 liters. With headlamp washer system: Approx. 4.8 US quarts/4.5 liters.

Cruise control*

The concept Cruise control is available at vehicle speeds of at least approx. 20 mph or 30 km/h. The car then stores and maintains the speed that you specify using the button on the steering wheel.

Do not use cruise control when driving at constant speed is prevented by adverse conditions, e.g. winding roads, dense traffic or poor road conditions due to, e.g., snow, rain, ice or loose surfaces. Otherwise, you could lose con- trol of the vehicle and cause an accident as a result.<

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Activating

1 Resuming cruise control 2 Activating/deactivating cruise control 3 Maintaining, storing and increasing speed 4 Maintaining, storing and decreasing speed Indicator lamp in the speedometer lights up. The cruise control system is ready and can be acti- vated.

Activating/deactivating cruise control Press button 2. In addition, the system is automatically deacti- vated: > When the brakes are applied > When the clutch is depressed > When the automatic transmission is in selec-

tion lever position N

> When the driving stability control system is

active

Cruise control is not deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal. Once the accelerator pedal is released, the stored speed is achieved again and maintained. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is switched off.

Maintaining current speed Press button 3. The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed. If, on a downhill grade, the engine braking effect is not sufficient, the controlled speed may be exceeded. On uphill grades vehicle speed may drop if the engine output is insufficient.

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Increasing speed Press button 3 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached. Every time you press the but- ton, the speed increases by approx. 1 mph or 2 km/h.

Accelerating using the button Press and hold button 3. The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal. After the button is released, the driving speed is maintained and stored.

Decreasing speed Press button 4 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached. The functions here are the same as for increas- ing the speed or accelerating, except that the speed will be decreased.

Resuming a speed stored beforehand Press button 1. The last speed stored is achieved again and maintained. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is switched off.

Display in tachometer*

Selected speed is displayed briefly.

If --- mph or --- km/h is displayed briefly in the tachometer, the conditions necessary

for operation may not be fulfilled.<

Malfunction

The warning lamp in the tachometer lights up if the system fails.

Controls overview

Tachometer

Odometer and trip odometer

Resetting the trip odometer With the ignition switched on, press knob 3 in the tachometer.

Units of measure Select the respective units of measure, miles or km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for the outside temperature, page 57.

Coolant temperature A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and therefore the engine, becomes too hot. Check coolant level, refer to page 129.

Fuel gauge

Never operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine.

Displays in tachometer

1 Current vehicle speed 2 Odometer, trip odometer, outside tempera-

ture display

3 Resetting the trip odometer

Outside temperature warning When the displayed temperature sinks to approx. +377/+3 6, a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up. There is an increased risk of black ice.

Black ice can also form at temperatures above +377/+3 6. Therefore, drive

carefully, e.g. on bridges and sections of road in the shade; otherwise, there is an increased acci- dent risk.<

Fuel tank capacity Approx. 13.2 US gallons/50 liters. You can find information on refueling on page 117. If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period, when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly. The arrow next to the gas pump symbol of the fuel gauge points toward the side of the vehicle with the fuel filler flap.

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Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. The range is calculated on the basis of the way the car has been driven over the last 18 miles/30 km and the amount of fuel currently in the tank.

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.<

Average fuel consumption Calculated for the time the engine has been run- ning. To reset average fuel consumption: press the button in the turn signal lever for approx. 2 seconds.

Current fuel consumption Displays the current fuel consumption to allow you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust emissions.

Average speed Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine switched off are not included in the calculations of average speed. To reset average speed: press the button in the turn signal lever for approx. 2 seconds.

Reserve Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone of approx. 2.1 gallons/8 liters, the remaining indicator lamps change from orange to red, arrow. The tachometer displays the remaining cruising range. An indicator lamp comes on when the remaining range is less than approx. 30 miles/50 km.

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.< With a dynamic driving style, e.g. rapid corner- ing, engine functions are not always assured.

Computer*

Displays in tachometer

Press the button in the turn signal lever repeat- edly to call up various items of information. The following items of information are displayed in the order listed: > Cruising range > Average fuel consumption > Current fuel consumption > Average speed > MINI Convertible: always Open Timer To set the corresponding units of measure, refer to Formats and units of measure on page 57.

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Always Open Timer If driving the MINI Convertible with its soft top down, the driving times are displayed digitally on the tachometer.

The following driving times are displayed: 1 Total driving time 2 Current driving time To reset the display 2: Press and hold the button in the turn signal lever or the "Reset trip odometer" button, page 12, for approx. 2 seconds. To reset the total driving time, contact your MINI dealer.

Analog to Always Open Timer The analog Always Open Timer indicates the number of hours and minutes that you drove with the convertible top down. A maximum of 6 hours and 59 minutes can be displayed. The total driving time is displayed digitally in the tachometer.

1 LED hour display 2 Minute display

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Settings and information

Operating principle

Certain settings and information are only avail- able when the ignition is switched on, the vehi- cle is at a standstill and the doors are closed. 1 Button for:

> Selecting display > Setting values > Confirming selected display or set values > Calling up computer information 54

2 Calling up Check Control 60
3 Displaying vehicle check 61
4 Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 65

5 Setting formats and units of measure, reset-

ting to factory settings 58

6 Adjusting settings

> Confirmation signals when locking and

unlocking the vehicle 21

> Response during unlocking

procedure 19

> Automatic locking 23
> Pathway lighting 73
> Daytime running lights 74
> Triple turn signal activation 48

Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 67

7 Exiting the menu

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Exiting displays

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 44. 2. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.

1. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "HOME" is displayed.

2. Press the button for a longer period. Current vehicle speed is once again displayed. Displays are also exited if no entries are made for approx. 8 seconds.

Next setting or item of information

3. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the

symbol and "SET" are displayed.

1. While in a setting or information item, briefly

press the button in the turn signal lever repeatedly until "NEXT" is displayed. 2. Press the button for a longer period. The display changes directly to the next setting or item of information.

Formats and units of measure To set the formats and units of measure. The set- tings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 18.

5. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

6. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol, arrow.

> Fuel consumption: l/100 km, mpg,

km/l*

Distance covered: mls, km

> Temperature: 7, 6

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7. Press and hold the button until the display

5. Briefly press button repeatedly until "RESET"

changes.

is displayed.

8. Press the button briefly to change the for-

mat or unit of measure.

9. Press and hold the button until the display

changes. The settings are stored.

Resetting to factory settings The settings for formats and units of measure can be reset to the factory settings. The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 18. 1. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.

2. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

3. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the

symbol and "SET" are displayed.

4. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

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6. Press and hold the button until the display

changes to the first setting. The settings are reset.

Service requirements

The remaining driving distance and the date of the next scheduled service are briefly displayed immediately after you start the engine or switch on the ignition.

The extent of service work required can be read out from the remote control by your

MINI dealer.<

Displaying vehicle check For certain maintenance operations, you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the tachometer.

1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 44. 2. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.

4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the corresponding symbol and "SERVICE INFO" are displayed.

3. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

5. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

Possible displays

6. Briefly press the button to display the indi- vidual service items, refer to the following information.

1 Button for selecting information 2 Engine oil 3 Front brakes 4 Rear brakes 5 Vehicle check

6 Roadworthiness test 7 Brake fluid 8 Exit display 57
9 Next setting or item of information 57
More information on the MINI Maintenance Sys- tem can be found on page 131.

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Clock

Setting the time Setting time, refer to owner's manual for Radio Boost CD.

What to do in case of a malfunction The meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal- function and tips on how to respond are listed starting on page 152.

Hiding Check Control messages

Date

Setting date Setting date, refer to owner's manual for Radio Boost CD.

Check Control

The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys- tems monitored. Check Control messages involve indicator or warning lamps in the dis- plays and, in some circumstances, an acoustic signal. To adjust the volume of the signal, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio.

Press the button in the turn signal lever. > Some Check Control messages are displayed until the malfunctions have been rectified. They cannot be hidden. If several malfunc- tions occur at the same time, they are dis- played in succession.

> Other Check Control messages are automat- ically hidden after approx. 20 seconds, but remain stored.

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in the indicator areas 1 and 2.

This symbol indicates that Check Control

messages have been stored. Check Control mes- sages can be viewed whenever it is convenient.

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Viewing stored Check Control messages Stored Check Control messages can only be dis- played if the driver's door is closed. 1. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.

2. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

3. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the

corresponding symbol and "CHECK INFO" are displayed.

4. Hold the button down.

If there are no Check Control messages, then "CHECK OK" is displayed. If a Check Control message has been stored, the corresponding message is displayed. 5. Briefly press the button to check for other

messages.

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Technology for driving comfort and safety

Park Distance Control PDC*

The concept PDC assists you with parking in reverse. Acoustic signals warn you of the presence of an object behind the vehicle. To measure the distance, there are four ultrasonic sensors in either bumper. However, an acoustic warning does not sound until an object is approx. 24 in/60 cm from the corner sensors, or approx. 5 ft/1.50 m from the center sensors.

PDC is a parking aid that can indicate objects when they are approached slowly,

as is usually the case when parking. Avoid approaching an object at high speed; otherwise, physical circumstances may lead to the system warning being issued too late.<

Automatic mode With the engine running or the ignition switched on, the system is activated automatically after approx. 1 second when you engage reverse gear or move the automatic transmission selector lever to position R. Wait this short period before driving.

Acoustic signals As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone sounds. If the distance remains constant, e.g. when driv- ing parallel to a wall, the acoustic signal stops after approx. 3 seconds.

Adjustments The volume of the acoustic signals can be adjusted, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio.

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Malfunction

Indicator lamp comes on: PDC has failed. Have the system checked. To avoid this problem, keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively. When using a high-pressure cleaner, do not direct the jet toward the sensors for lengthy periods and only spray from a distance of at least 4 in/10 cm.

System limitations

Even with PDC, final responsibility for esti- mating the distance between the vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver. Sensors, too, have blind spots in which objects cannot be detected. Moreover, ultra- sonic detection can reach its physical limits with objects such as trailer tow bars and couplings, thin and wedge-shaped objects, etc. Low objects already indicated, such as curbs, may enter the sensors' blind spots before or after a continuous audible signal is given. Higher, pro- truding objects, such as wall ledges, may not be detectable. Therefore, always drive cautiously; otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or property damage. Loud sound sources outside or inside the car can drown out the PDC signal.<

Driving stability control systems Your MINI has a number of systems that help to maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse driving conditions.

The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with driving stability control systems. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin by engaging

in hazardous driving thereby running the risk of an accident.<

Deactivating DSC

Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak- ing. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased. Braking safely, refer to page 93. ABS is operational every time you start the engine.

Cornering Brake Control CBC Driving stability and steering characteristics are further enhanced while braking in turns or dur- ing a lane change.

Electronic brake-force distribution EBV The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.

Brake Assist Rapidly depressing the brake causes this system to automatically develop maximum braking force. Thus, the system helps keep braking dis- tance to a minimum. At the same time, all the benefits provided by ABS are exploited. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the duration of the full braking application.

Dynamic Stability Control DSC

The concept DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing traction when you pull away from rest or accel- erate. DSC also detects unstable driving conditions such as when the vehicle's rear end fishtails or the vehicle is sliding on its front wheels. In these cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through braking actions at the indi- vidual wheels.

Press the button repeatedly until the DSC indica- tor lamps come on. DSC is deactivated. Stabiliz- ing and propulsion promoting actions are no longer executed. When driving with snow chains or to 'rock free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off DSC for a brief period. To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible.

Activating DSC Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps go out.

For better control

If the indicator lamp flashes: The DSC controls the driving and break- ing forces. The indicator lamp in the display ele- ments lights up: DSC is deactivated.

Dynamic Traction Control DTC* DTC is a type of DSC that is propulsion optimized for special road conditions such as uncleared snowy roads. The system ensures maximum propulsion though with restricted driving stabil- ity. You therefore need to drive with suitable caution. In the following exceptional situations, it can be useful to briefly activate DTC: > when driving on snow-covered inclines, in

slush, or on uncleared snowy roads

> when rocking the vehicle free, driving out of

deep snow or on loose surfaces > when driving with snow chains

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Activating DTC

Press the button, the indicator lamp for DTC lights up in the display elements and TRACTION is displayed in the tachometer.

For better control

If the indicator lamp flashes: DTC controls the driving and breaking forces. The indicator lamp lights up and TRAC- TION is displayed in the tachometer: DTC is activated.

Deactivating DTC Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps go out.

Deactivating both DTC and DSC

Press the button for at least 3 seconds: the DSC indicator lamps in the display elements come on. The Dynamic Traction Control DTC and Dynamic Stability Control DSC are both deacti- vated. There will be no more stabilizing inter- ventions. Interventions (differential lock*) in braking occur to improve propulsion when drive wheels are rotating unevenly, even when the DSC is deactivated.

Activating DSC Press the button again: the indicator lamps go out.

Hill Assist Hill Assist aids you in comfortably driving off on inclines. It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this. 1. Hold the MINI with the brake. 2. Release the brake and immediately drive

off.

Hill Assist holds the car in place for approx. 2 seconds after the brake is released.

Depending on the load and gradient, the vehicle can roll backward slightly during this period. After you release the brake, immedi- ately start driving since the Hill Assist only holds the vehicle for about 2 seconds, and it will start to roll backward.<

Sport button* Pressing the button causes your MINI to respond even more sportily. > Engine responds more spontaneously to

movements of the accelerator.

> Steering response is more direct. > Cooper S, John Cooper Works: the engine

sounds more sporty in coasting mode.

With automatic transmission: > More rapid gear shifting in Sport program.

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Activating the system

System limitations

Press the SPORT button. The LED lights up. SPORT is briefly displayed in the tachometer.

Deactivating the system > Press the SPORT button again. > Switch off the engine.

Flat Tire Monitor FTM*

The concept The system does not measure the actual infla- tion pressure in the tires. The system detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing the rotational speeds of the individ- ual wheels while moving. In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corre- sponding wheel change. This is detected and reported as a flat tire.

Functional requirement The system must have been initialized while the tire inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. Initialize the system after every correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.

Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in

advance.< A natural, even pressure loss in all four tires can- not be detected. Therefore, check the tire infla- tion pressure regularly. In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in

the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration

> Snow chains are attached When the vehicle is driven with a space-saver spare tire*, page 145, the Flat Tire Monitor can- not function.

Initializing the system The initialization process adopts the set inflation tire pressures as reference values for the detec- tion of a flat tire. Initialization is started by con- firming the inflation pressures. Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains.

Using the button in the turn signal lever 1. Start the engine, but do not start driving. 2. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.

3. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

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4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the corresponding symbol and "RESET" are dis- played.

5. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

6. Start driving.

Initialization is completed while the car is on the move, without any feedback.

The initialization is completed during driv- ing, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the initialization is con- tinued automatically.<

Indication of a flat tire

The warning lamps come on in yellow and red. An acoustic signal also sounds. There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure.

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau-

tion. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.

2. Check whether the vehicle is equipped with

normal tires or with run-flat tires*. Run-flat tires, refer to page 125, are identi- fied by a circular symbol containing the let- ters RSC on the tire sidewall.

When a flat tire is reported, the Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated.

Actions in the event of a flat tire

Normal tires 1.

Identify the damaged tire. To do so, check the inflation pressure in all four tires. The inflation pressure display of the Mobility

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System, page 142, can be used for this pur- pose. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized. If it is not possible to identify the damaged tire, contact your MINI center.

2. Use the Mobility System to remedy the flat

tire on the damaged wheel, refer to page 141, or to replace the damaged wheel, refer to page 144.

Run-flat tires* You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph or 80 km/h.

If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires, do not continue driving; continuing

to drive can result in serious accidents.<

Continued driving with a flat tire When driving with a damaged tire: 1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-

vers.

2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph or

80 km/h.

3. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-

sure in all four tires. If the inflation pressure in all four tires is cor- rect, the Flat Tire Monitor might not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized.

Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure: The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the vehi- cle while driving. With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km. When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change.

Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turn- ing abruptly and driving over obstacles such as curbs, potholes, etc. Since the possible driving distance depends to a considerable degree on the strain exerted on the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, depending on the speed, road condition, out- side temperature, vehicle load, etc.

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics, e.g. reduced lane stability during braking, a longer braking distance and altered self-steering prop- erties.<

Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate final failure of the tire. Reduce

your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; oth- erwise, pieces of tire may come off, which could result in an accident. Do not continue driving and contact your MINI center.<

Tire Pressure Monitor TPM*

The concept Measuring the inflation pressure in the four mounted tires. The system notifies you if there is a significant loss of pressure in one or more tires.

Functional requirement The system must have been reset while the inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reli- able signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. Always use wheels with TPM electronics to ensure that the system will operate properly. Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.

System limitations

Sudden, serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in

advance.< The system does not operate correctly if it has not been reset. For example, a flat tire may be indicated despite correct tire inflation pressures. The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire: > if a wheel without TPM electronics, e.g. a

compact spare wheel*, is mounted.

> Interference with TPM by other systems or

devices with the same transmission fre- quency.

Resetting the system Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.

Using the button in the turn signal lever 1. Start the engine, but do not start driving. 2. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.

3. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the

symbol for Tire Pressure Monitor and "ACTIVE" are displayed.

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The Tire Pressure Monitor can be reset by selecting "RESET".

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau-

tion. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.

2. Check whether the vehicle is equipped with

normal tires or with run-flat tires*. Run-flat tires, refer to page 125, are identi- fied by a circular symbol containing the let- ters RSC on the tire sidewall.

When a low inflation pressure is reported, the Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated.

5. Press and hold the button until "RESETTING"

Actions in the event of a flat tire

Normal tires 1.

Identify the damaged tire. To do so, check the inflation pressure in all four tires. The inflation pressure display of the Mobility System, refer to page 142, can be used for this. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been reset. The system must then be reset. If it is not possible to identify the damaged tire, contact your MINI center.

2. Use the Mobility System to remedy the flat

tire on the damaged wheel, refer to page 141, or to replace the damaged wheel, refer to page. 144. The use of tire sealant, e.g. Mobility System, can damage the TPM wheel electronics. In this case, have the electronics checked and replaced if necessary at your earliest oppor- tunity.

Run-flat tires* You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.

If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires, do not continue driving; continuing

to drive can result in serious accidents.<

is displayed.

6. Start driving.

After driving a few minutes, the set inflation pressures in the tires are accepted as the tar- get values to be monitored. The system reset is completed during your drive, and can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the reset is continued automati- cally. The indicator lamp goes out after the system reset is completed.

Message for low tire inflation pressure The warning lamps come on in yellow and red. An acoustic signal also sounds. The position of the faulty tire is dis- played.

> There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire

pressure.

> The system was not reset after a wheel

change and thus issues a warning based on the inflation pressures initialized last.

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Continued driving with a flat tire When driving with a damaged tire: 1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-

vers.

2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. 3. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-

sure in all four tires. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been reset. The system must then be reset.

Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure: The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the vehi- cle while driving. With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km. When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turn- ing abruptly and driving over obstacles such as curbs, potholes, etc. Since the possible driving distance depends to a considerable degree on the strain exerted on the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, depending on the speed, road condition, out- side temperature, vehicle load, etc.

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics, e.g. reduced lane stability during braking, a longer braking distance and altered self-steering prop- erties.<

Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate complete failure of the tire.

Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; otherwise, pieces of tire may come off, which could result in an accident. Do not con- tinue driving and contact your MINI center.<

Malfunction

The small warning lamp flashes in yel- low and then lights up continuously; the larger warning lamp comes on in yel- low. No punctures can be detected.

This type of message is shown in the following situations: > If there is a malfunction.

Have the system checked.

> If a wheel without TPM electronics has been

mounted.

> If TPM is temporarily malfunctioning due to

other systems or devices using the same radio frequency.

Message for unsuccessful system reset

Both warning lamps come on in yellow. The system is not reset after a tire has been changed, for example. Check the tire inflation pressure and

reset the system, page 67.

Declaration according to NHTSA/ FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Each tire, including the spare, should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire infla- tion pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehi- cle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pres- sure for those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pres- sure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substi-

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