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BATTERY

Location in the MINI COOPER The battery is located in the engine com- partment. Exact location, see page 92.

Location in the MINI COOPER S The battery is located in the cargo area 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.

Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine switched off, see "Jump- starting" on page 124.

For all questions regarding the bat- tery, please consult your MINI

Dealer.<

Whenever working on the electrical system, disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Fail- ure to do this could result in fire hazards or injury due to short circuits.<

Disposal

Return used batteries to a recycling point or your MINI Dealer. Maintain the battery in an upright position for trans- port and storage. Secure the battery to pre- vent it from tilting during transport.<

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FUSES

In the vehicle interior On the left side of the footwell in the side trim panel. Open the cover panel of the fuse box. To do so, press the fastener.

If an electrical device fails, switch it off and check the fuse. Plastic tweezers that you can use to pull fuses out of their sockets can be found in the fuse box in the vehicle interior, see next column.

In the engine compartment In the MINI COOPER on the right next to the battery. In the MINI COOPER S on the right next to the air filter box. Open the cover panel of the fuse box. To do so, press the clip fastener.

Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse or replace it with a fuse of a different

color or Ampere rating. To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a circuit overload.<

If a fuse blows a second time, have the cause of the damage rectified by

your MINI Dealer.<

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WARNING TRIANGLE*

FIRST-AID KIT*

JUMP-STARTING

Do not use spray starter fluids to start the engine.<

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.

Do not touch live wiring and cables on a running engine. There is a risk of fatal injury if you do this. Carefully observe the following instructions to avoid personal injury and/or damage to either vehicle or both vehicles.<

The warning triangle is located beneath the luggage compartment cover.

Comply with legal requirements requiring you to carry a hazard warn-

ing triangle in the vehicle.<

The first-aid kit is located on the left in the luggage compartment, behind the side trim panel.

Some articles in the first-aid kit are perishable. For this reason, check the expiration dates of each of the items regu- larly, and replace any whose expiration dates have passed. Source: any pharmacy. Comply with legislation requiring you to carry a first-aid kit in the vehicle.<

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JUMP-STARTING

Preparing for jump-starting 1. Check whether the battery of the sup- port vehicle has 12 Volts and approxi- mately the same capacity – measured in Ah, printed on the battery

2. Switch off the engine of the support

vehicle

3. Switch off any electrical systems and components in both vehicles – except for the hazard warning flashers of the support vehicle. >Do not disconnect the discharged bat- tery from the vehicle electrical system >Make certain that there is no contact

between the bodywork of the two vehicles – short circuit hazard!

4. With the battery of the MINI COOPER, remove the cover panel. To do so, press both clips at the same time or with the MINI COOPER S, open the cover of the positive terminal connection for jump-starting*, see arrow 1.

Connect the jumper cables

Adhere to the sequence also when providing support for other vehicles; failure to observe this procedure can lead to sparks at the terminals and pose an injury hazard.<

Performing the jump-start 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the current and allow to run at a fast idle speed for several minutes

2. Start the engine on the vehicle with the discharged battery in the usual manner. >If the first start attempt is not suc- cessful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge

On the MINI: Before disconnecting the jumper

cables, switch on the lighting, rear window defroster and the highest blower speed as well as the engine for at least approx. 10 seconds to prevent a voltage surge from the regulator to the electrical systems and components.<

3. Then disconnect the jumper cables in

the reverse order.

If necessary have the battery checked and completely charged at a MINI Dealer.

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1. On the MINI COOPER S, the positive ter- minal connection for jump-starting, see arrow 1, functions as the positive bat- tery terminal. Make a connection with the "+" jumper cable between the positive terminal of the discharged battery and the positive terminal of the support battery

2. Use the second, "–" jumper cable to set up the connection between the negative terminals of both vehicles. To do so: >Connect one terminal clamp to the

negative terminal and/or to an engine or body ground of the support vehicle >Connect the second terminal clamp to

the negative terminal of the battery and/or to an engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started. For the MINI, see arrow 2.

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TOWING

For towing, use either a tow bar or a nylon rope or nylon belts that prevent sudden jerking movements.

Tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting is stored in the onboard tool kit; be sure that it remains in the vehicle at all times. This fitting is designed for installation in the tow sockets located at the front and rear of the vehicle. It is intended for towing on paved road sur- faces only.

Access to tow sockets Use a suitable object – e.g. credit card, screwdriver – to press out the covers from the recess.

Firmly screw in the towing eyelet until it stops. If this is not done, the

threads could be damaged. Never attach tie-down hooks, chains, straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, control arms, or any other part of the vehicle sus- pension, as severe damage to these compo- nents will occur, possibly leading to acci- dents.<

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Avoid staggered towing and be care- ful that the towing rope is in tight

tension before starting to drive the vehicle that is towing.<

Tow bars If the tow fittings of the two vehicles are not directly opposite one another, please note: >Clearance and maneuvering capability

will be strictly limited in corners

>The inclination of the tow bar generates lateral force – critical above all if the road surface is slippery.

Do not tow a vehicle that is heavier than the towing vehicle, otherwise it

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TOWING

Tow-starting It is not possible to start the engine of a vehicle equipped with an automatic trans- mission by towing or pushing. For instructions on jump starting, refer to page 124. Never attempt to use your vehicle to push another car, since damage to the energy- absorbing bumpers could result.

Towing a vehicle

Only tow vehicles with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission

(CVT) with the front wheels raised or on a special transport vehicle, otherwise the transmission can be damaged.<

1. Place gear selector lever in neutral or idle 2. Towing speed:

Max. 45 mph / 70 km/h

3. Towing distance:

Max. 95 miles / 150 km

4. Leave the ignition key at position 1 to ensure that the brake lamps, turn sig- nals, horn and windshield wipers remain operative, and to prevent the steering lock detent from engaging

5. Switch on the hazard-warning system,

observe country-specific regulations.

Find some means of identifying the vehicle in tow, for instance, place a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.

Make sure that the ignition key remains in position 1 even when the electrical system has failed to prevent the steering lock from engaging. The steering and brakes are without power assist when the engine is off. This means that increased effort is required for steer- ing and braking.<

Towing with a commercial tow truck >Do not tow with sling-type equipment >Use a wheel-lift or flatbed carrier >Please comply with applicable towing

laws.

Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle for any reason.<

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Data

OVERVIEW

CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES

TECHNICAL DATA

INDEX

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ENGINE DATA

Displacement Number of cylinders Maximum output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed Compression ratio Stroke Bore Fuel-injection system

cu in / cmµ

bhp / kW rpm lb ft / Nm rpm ε in / mm in / mm

MINI COOPER 97.52 / 1,598

115 / 85

6,000

110 / 149

4,500
10.6

3.38 / 85.8
3.03 / 77

MINI COOPER S 97.52 / 1,598

163 / 120

6,000

155 / 210

4,000
8.3

3.38 / 85.8
3.03 / 77

Digital electronic engine-management system

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DIMENSIONS

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All measuring units in inches / millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 35 ft / 10.66 m.

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WEIGHTS

MINI COOPER

MINI COOPER S

Curb weight with manual transmission with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load – with special MINI roof rack Cargo area volume

lbs / kg

lbs / kg

lbs / kg

lbs / kg lbs / kg lbs / kg lbs / kg cu ft / liters

2,526 / 1,146

2,557 / 1,160

3,340 / 1,515

3,373 / 1,530
1,918 / 870
1,609 / 730

165 / 75
5.3 / 150

2,678 / 1,215

–

3,494 / 1,585

–

1,962 / 890
1,698 / 770

165 / 75
5.3 / 150

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CAPACITIES

Fuel tank Reserve Windshield/ Headlamp washer reservoir Cooling system including heater circuit

gal. / liters

quarts / liters

approx. 13.2 / 50
approx. 2.1 / 8
approx. 2.1 / 2.0
approx. 2.6 / 2.5

Notes Fuel quality, see page 83

More details, see page 94

quarts / liters 5.6 / 5.3 MINI COOPER

More details, see page 96

6.3 / 6.0 MINI COOPER S

Engine with oil filter change

quarts / liters 4.7 / 4.5 MINI COOPER

Manual transmission

Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT)

quarts / liters

quarts / liters

4.7 / 4.5 MINI COOPER S approx. 2.1 / 2.0 MINI COOPER approx. 1.8 / 1.7 MINI COOPER S approx. 4.2 / 4.0 MINI COOPER

High Performance Synthetic Oil: for more details, see page 95
Contact your MINI Dealer for more details Contact your MINI Dealer for more details

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Index

OVERVIEW

CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES

TECHNICAL DATA

INDEX

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Hilfsrahmen für Querverweise

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

ABS (Antilock Brake

System) 16, 17, 83

Accessories 7, 99 Activated-charcoal filter 72 Adjusting

backrest 35 steering wheel 38

Air conditioner operation

air conditioning system 68 automatic climate control 71

Air conditioning system 67 Air distribution

air conditioning system 68 automatic climate control 71, 72

Air outlets, ventilation 69 Air pressure 85 Air recirculation 68, 71 Air supply

air conditioning system 68 automatic climate control 71

Air vents 69, 72 Air, dry 68 Air, drying 71 Airbags 16, 33, 40 Airing out 69 Alarm system 31 All-season tires 89

Antenna 99 Antifreeze 96 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 16, 17, 83 Anti-theft system 31 Aquaplaning, see

Hydroplaning 81

ASC+T (Automatic Stability

Control plus Traction) 16, 17, 62

Ashtray 73 AUTO Program, see Automatic

air distribution 71

Auto washing 99 Automatic

air distribution 71 air supply 71 cruise control 56

Automatic car wash 99 Automatic climate control 70 Automatic Stability Control

plus Traction (ASC+T) 16, 17, 62

Average fuel consumption 61 Average speed 61 Axle loads 132

Backrest, adjusting 35 Backup lamps 48

bulb replacement 109

Bar, towing 126 Battery 124

charge current 15 charging 122 disposal 122 maintenance 122

Battery, remote control 22 Belts 33, 38 Beverage holder 73 Blower 71 BMW 6 Bonnet 16, 91 Bore 130 Brake fluid level 15, 84, 97 Brake hydraulic system 15 Brake lamp

bulb replacement 109

Brake pads 80, 84 Brake rotors 80 Brake system 80, 84

brake fluid 97

Brakes 81, 84 Braking system 16 Breaking-in 80 Bridging 124 Bulb replacement

backup lamps 109 brake lamp, center 110 cargo area lamps 111 footwell lamps 111 front fog lamps 108

front turn signal indicators 108 glove compartment lamp 111 interior lamps 110 license plate lamp 110 parking lamps 108 reading lamps 110 rear lamps 109 side turn signal indicators 108 standing lamps 108 tail lamps 109 vanity mirror 111

California Proposition

65 warning 103

Capacity

fuel tank 133

Car care 99 Car wash 99 Car-care products 99 Care 99

chrome parts 100 floor mats 100 imitation leather 100 leather 101 light-alloy wheels 100 plastic parts 100 rubber parts 100

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

safety belts 100 upholstery material 99 wiper blades 100 wood parts 100

Cargo

stowing 75 Cargo area 75

cover 74 lamps 53, 111 opening, remote control volume 132

Caring for your vehicle 99 Carpets 100 Cassette player, see separate

Owner's Manual

CD changer, see separate

Owner's Manual

CD player, see separate

Owner's Manual

Center high-mount brake lamp

bulb replacement 110

Central locking

system 23, 26

Changing battery, remote

control 22

Changing bulbs 107 Changing lamps 107 Changing tire

space-saver spare tire 112 tire change set 112, 117, 121

Checking oil level 94 Checking tire inflation

pressure 121

Child seat 41 Child seat fastening system

LATCH 43

Child-restraint systems 41 Chrome parts 100 Cigarette lighter 73

socket 73

Cleaning headlamps 99 Cleaning rear window 55 Cleaning windshield 55 Clock 60 Closing

from inside 26 from outside 23 Clothes hooks 81 Clutch 80 Cockpit 12 Combination of wheels/

tires 89

Compact Disc player, see

separate Owner's Manual

Compression ratio 130 Compressor 118, 120 Computer 60 average fuel consumption 61 average speed 61

cruising range 61 outside temperature 61

Condensation 68, 71 Consumption 61 Consumption display, see

Fuel gauge 58

Continuously Variable

Coolant 96 level 96 thermometer 59

Cooling 68, 71 Copyright 2 Cosmetic mirror, see Vanity mirror 39

automatic Transmission (CVT) 49 electronic transmission control module EP 51 gear display 51 ignition 45 interlock 45 manual mode 50 parking 50 reverse gear 50 selector lever shift- lock 45, 49 shiftlock 49 sport program 50 towing 127 transmission malfunction 51

Control elements 12 Convenience opening

from inside 26

Convenience operation

sliding/tilt sunroof 25, 29 windows 25

Cruise control 18, 19, 56 Cruising range 61 Cup holder, see Beverage

holder 73

Curb weight 132 Currency of the Owner's

Manual 7

CVT (Continuously Variable

automatic Transmission) 49

Cylinders 130

Dashboard 12 Data

dimensions 131 engine 130 technical 130 weight 132

Daytime driving lamps 52 Deep water, see Water on

roadways 81

Defrost setting 69

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Defrosting windows 69, 72 air conditioning system 69 automatic climate control 72

DSC (Dynamic Stability

Control) 16, 63

Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC) 16, 63

Engine compartment MINI COOPER 92 MINI COOPER S 93

Engine oil 94

Dimensions 131 Dimming

interior mirror 39

Dipstick, engine oil 94 Dirt on the paintwork 99 Disc brakes 84 Displacement 130 Display elements 13, 14

coolant thermometer 59 fuel gauge 58 indicator and warning lamps 15 odometer 58 service interval display 60 with navigation system 14

Display lighting 53 Distance remaining 61 Doors

keys 22 locking 24 manual operation 25 unlocking 24

DOT quality grades 87 Driving lamps 52 Driving notes, general 81 Dry air 68, 71

Easy entry 35 EBD (Electronic Brake Force

Distribution) 16, 83

Electric power windows 28 Electrical defect

driver's door 25 sliding/tilt sunroof 30 tailgate 27

Electronic Brake Force

Distribution (EBD) 16, 83

Electronic transmission control

module Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) 51

Emergency operation

driver's door 25 sliding/tilt sunroof 30 tailgate 27

Engine 80

electronics 17 power output 17 speed 17, 58 starting 46

additives 95 consumption 94 dipstick 94 High Performance Synthetic Oil 96 level 94 pressure 15 recommended grades of oil 95 viscosities 96

Entry to the rear 35 Exterior finish, care 99 Exterior mirrors 39 Eyelets, towing 126

Failure, tires 64 False alarm 32 Fans 68 Fastening safety belts 16, 38 Filling canister 118, 119 Filling hose 118 First-aid kit 124 Flat 116

Flat tire 64, 112

MINI Mobility System 118 Run Flat tires 116 space-saver spare tire 112 Flat Tire Monitor 16, 17, 64 Floor coverings, floor

carpets 100 Fluid capacities

fuel tank 133 headlamp washer system 133 windshield washer system 133 Fog lamps 53 Foldable rear backrest 74 "Follow me home" lamps 52 Foot mats 100 Footbrake 84 Footwell lamps 53

bulb replacement 111

Front airbags 40 Front fog lamps

bulb replacement 108 Front seat adjustment 34 Fuel

consumption 61 consumption display 58 preparation 130 quality 83 tank capacity 82, 133

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Fuel gauge 58 Fuses 123

Gas display, see

Fuel gauge 58

Gasoline 83 Gear display 51

Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) 51

General driving notes 81 Glove compartment 73 Glove compartment lamps

bulb replacement 111

Grills 69, 72

Handbrake 47 Hazard warning flashers 12 Head airbags 40 Head restraints 37 Headlamp cleaning system 55, 94 filling 94

Headlamp flasher 52 Headlamps

cleaning 55, 99 lamp replacement 107

Heated

outside rear view mirror 39 rear window 68, 71 seats 36 windshield 68, 71 windshield washer jets 55

Heater 67

outside rear view mirror 39 windshield 68

Heating

rear window 68 seats 36

Heavy cargo 75 Height 131 Hex wrench 118 High beams 18, 52, 107 High Performance

Synthetic Oil 96 recommended grades of oil 96 Horn 12 Hub cap remover 112, 118 Hydroplaning 81

Ignition 45 Ignition key 22 Ignition key position,

see Ignition 45

Illuminated vanity mirror 39 Imitation leather 100

Imprint 2 Index 2 Indicator lamps 15 Individual air distribution 72 Inflation pressure 85 INSPECTION 60 Instrument cluster, see Display

elements 13

Instrument lighting 53 Instrument panel 12 Interface socket

for Onboard Diagnostics 102 Interior lamps 53

bulb replacement 110

Interior mirror

automatic dimming 39

Interior motion sensor 31, 32 Interior protection

turning off 25, 32

Interior rearview mirror 39 Interlock 45 Interval

operation, wipers 54

Interval display, service 98

Jack 112 Jump-starting 124

Keys 22

multifunction steering wheel 19

Kickdown 50

Lamp replacement headlamps 107 high beams 107 low beams 107 parking lamp 107

Lamps 52

backup lamps 109 brake lamps 109, 110 cargo area lamps 111 daytime driving lamps 52 fog lamps 53 footwell lamps 111 front fog lamps 108 glove compartment 111 high beams 107 instrument lighting 53 interior lamps 53, 110 license plate lamp 110 low beams 52, 107 parking lamps 52, 108 reading lamps 53, 110 rear fog lamp 109 standing lamps 52, 108 tail lamp 109

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

turn signal indicators 108 xenon lamps 107

Lashing eyes 75 LATCH

child seat fastening system 43 identification 43

Leather care 101 LED light-emitting diodes 54 Length 131 License plate lamp

bulb replacement 110 Lifting handle, space-saver

spare tire 112

Light-alloy wheels 100 Lighting

cargo area lamps 53 "Lights on" warning 52 Liquid sealant filling 119

Load securing devices 75 Loading 75 Loading cargo 75 Low beams 52, 107 Lug bolts 114 Luggage compartment

see Cargo area

Luggage compartment cover,

see Cargo area cover 74

Luggage compartment lamps, see Cargo area lamps 111

Luggage rack,

see Roof-mounted luggage rack 76

Lumbar support 35

Navigation system, see

separate Owner's Manual 14

M+S tires 89 Maintenance 60, 98 Maintenance System 98 Manual operation driver's door 25 sliding/tilt sunroof 30 tailgate 27

Manual transmission 48 Manufacturer 6 Master key

initialization 22 with remote control 22

Mechanical key 22 MINI Maintenance System 98 MINI manufacturer 6 MINI Mobility System

compressor 120 liquid sealant 119 on-board tools 118

Mirror heater 39 Mirrors 39 Modifications, technical 103 Multifunction steering

wheel 19

Multifunction switch 52

Non-smoker's equipment

package, see Cigarette lighter socket 73

Nozzles 69, 72 Nylon rope 126

OBD interface socket 102 Odometer 58 Oil 94

additives 95 consumption 94 dipstick 94 High Performance Synthetic Oil 96 level 15 pressure 15 recommended grades of oil 95 viscosities 96

Oil change intervals, see Service and Warranty Booklet for US models, or Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models

Oil service 60 Old batteries 122

On-board tool kit 106 On-board tools 112, 118 Opening

from inside 26 from outside 23 Outside temperature

display 61

Park Distance Control

(PDC) 66

Parking brake 16, 47 Parking lamps 52

bulb replacement 108

Parking lamps/Low beams 52 Parking vehicle 81 Particle filter 69, 72 PDC (Park Distance

Control) 66

Phillips screwdriver 118 Plastic 100 Pollen 69, 72 Power output 17, 130 Power supply 12 V 73 Power windows

electric power windows 28 initialize 28

Pressure, tires 85, 115, 120 Pushing/Towing 126

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Recommended grades of

oil 96

Safety belts 16, 33

Refueling, fuel filler door 82 Remaining distance for

adjusting 38 care 100

Quality grading, tire 88

Radiator 96 Radio, see separate Owner's

Manual

Rain sensor 54 Reading lamps 53

service 60

Remote control 23

battery 22 changing battery 22 initialization 22

bulb replacement 110

Removing fog on windows

Rear backrest foldable 74 Rear fog lamp

bulb replacement 109

Rear lamps 48, 109 Rear shelf, see Cargo area

cover 74

air conditioning system 69 automatic climate control 72

Replacement key 22 Reporting safety defects 8 Reserve indicator light 58 Restore tire inflation

Rear window defroster

pressure 120

air conditioning system 68 automatic climate control 71

Rear window wiper 55

replacing 106

Rearview mirror 39 Recirculated air mode

air conditioner system 68 automatic climate control 71

Recirculation of air 68, 71 Reclining seat 34

Restraint system 41 Reverse gear 48, 50 Rod antenna 99 Roller sun blind, rear window

blind 30

Roof load 132 Rope, towing 126 Rubber parts 100 Run Flat tires 85, 88, 116

winter tires 89

Safety lock buttons 26 Seat heater 36 Securing cargo 75 Selector lever

shiftlock 45, 49

Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models 98

Service interval

display 60, 98

Setting up the car 44 Shiftlock 49 Side airbags 40 Side turn signal indicators bulb replacement 108

Sitting safely with airbags 33 Sitting safely with safety

belts 33

Size 131 Sliding/tilt sunroof 29

convenience operation 25, 29

Snow chains 90 Space-saver spare tire changing tires 112

Spare key 22 Speed 130

Speed control see Cruise

control 56

Speed, winter tires 90 Split rear backrest 74 Spray jets 55 Standing lamps 52

bulb replacement 108

Starting 46

problems 46, 124, 126 with a discharged battery 124

Steering lock 45 Storage, tires 89 Storing the vehicle 101 Sun visors 39 Switches 12 Symbols 6

Tachometer 13, 14, 58 Tail lamps

bulb replacement 109

Tailgate 16, 27

manually unlocking 27 opening, remote control 24

Tank display 58 Technical data 130 Technical modifications 103 Temperature

air conditioning system 68

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

automatic climate control 71 engine coolant 59 high 81 layering 69, 72 outside temperature 61 tires 88

The right tires 89 Third brake lamp

bulb replacement 110

Tilt alarm sensor 31 remote control 25 turning off 32

Tire change set 112, 117 Tire failure 16 Tire inflation pressure 85, 90 Tires 85, 89

all-season tires 89 break-in 80 changing 112 condition 87, 90 damage 87 inflation pressure 85 M+S tires 89 pressure 85 replacement 87 Run Flat tires 85, 88, 116 snow chains 90 storage 89 temperature 88 the right choice 89

tread 87 winter tires 89 with emergency running properties, see Run Flat tires 85, 88, 116

opening, remote control 24 see Cargo area volume 132

Turn signal indicators 18, 52

bulb replacement 108

Vehicle Memory 44 Ventilation

draft-free 69, 72 heater 67

Vents, ventilation 72

Tools 106 Torque 130 Total weight 132 Tow bar 126 Tow socket for towing

eyelet 126 Towing 126

with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) 127

Towing eyelet 126 Towing rope 126 Traction 88 Transmission 48 Transmission malfunction

Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) 51

Transporting children

safely 41

Tread wear 88 Trip odometer 58 Trunk

cover, see Cargo area cover 74 lid, see Tailgate 27

Turning off

engine 47

Uniform Tire Quality

Grading 88

Unwanted alarm 32

Valve core and

spare valve 118 Valve remover 118 Vanity mirror

bulb replacement 111 illuminated 39

Vehicle

breaking-in 80 dimensions 131 exterior finish 99 operating 46 parking 81 starting 46 storing 101 turning off 47 washing 99 weight 132

Warning lamp 15 Warning triangle 124 Warranty 98

see Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models

Warranty and Service Guide

Booklet for Canadian models 98

Washer systems 94 Washer/wiper system 54 Waste container 73 Water on roadways

deep water 81

Weight 132 Wheel and tire

combination 89

Wheel chock

foldable 112, 117, 118

Wheel lug bolts

wrench 112, 113, 118

Wheelbase 131

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

Width 131 Windows, convenience

operation 25

Windshield heating

air conditioning system 68 automatic climate control 71

Windshield washer system 54, 94 filling 94

Windshield wiper blades

care 100 replacement 106

Windshield wipers 54, 106 Winter tires 89

all-season tires 89 Run Flat tires 89 speed 89

Wiper blades 100

replacement 106

Wiper/washer system 54 Wood decoration 100 Wood paneling 100 Work in the engine compartment 91

Xenon lamps 107

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REFUELING

Fuel

Designation

AKI:

Engine oil

Quality

The oil volume between the two notches on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts / 1 liter.

Tire inflation pressure

Summer

Winter

front

rear

front

rear

2 persons

4 persons plus luggage

To ensure that you always have convenient access to all essential information when you stop for fuel, we recommend that you take the time to fill out the adjoining chart by entering the data that ap- plies to your vehicle.

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DRIVE ME.

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OWNER'S MANUAL

MINI COOPER MINI COOPER S

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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MINI

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