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toward the top

6. Insert the new wiper blade 7. Press into position until you hear it

engage.

The picture shows as an example the tire change set with onboard tools for vehicles with the space-saver spare tire. Depending on the equipment version, your vehicle is equipped with a special onboard tool kit stored at the locations described below:

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WIPER BLADES

LAMPS AND BULBS

Whenever working on the electrical system, switch off the electrical

accessory you are working on or disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Failure to do this could result in short circuits. To prevent injuries and damage, comply with any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer.<

Lamps and bulbs are an important compo- nent of vehicle safety. Therefore, proceed carefully when handling bulbs. To replace bulbs which are not described here, please contact a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained per- sonnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer.

Do not touch the glass portion of a new bulb with your bare hands since even small amounts of impurities burn into the surface and reduce the service life of the bulb. Use a clean cloth, paper napkin, or similar material, or hold the bulb by its metallic base.<

A replacement bulb set can be obtained at your MINI Dealer.

Rear window wiper* 1. Rotate the wiper arm completely out

from the windshield

2. Turn the wiper blade as far as it will go

to the rear

3. Press the wiper blade against the limit

and thus out of the mounting

4. Press the new wiper blade into the

mounting.

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LAMPS AND BULBS

1 Low beams H7 bulb, 55 watts

2 High beams H7 bulb, 55 watts

The H7 bulb is pressurized. Therefore, wear safety glasses and protective gloves. If the lamp is damaged there is a risk of injury.<

For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your MINI

Dealer.<

Replacing bulbs The headlamps are integrated into the bon- net.

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1. Gently pull the retaining wire of the

headlamp cover and guide it outwards

2. Fold down the headlamp cover 3. Disconnect the cable connector from the

bulb socket and pull out the bulb

4. Place the bulb holder on the lower edge

of the mounting and press it in until it engages in the bulb socket

5. Reconnect the cable connector and

install the headlamp cover again.

Xenon lamps* The service life of these bulbs is very long and the probability of a failure is very low, provided that they are not switched on and off an unusual number of times. If one of these bulbs should nevertheless fail, it is possible to continue driving with great cau- tion using the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in your area do not prohibit this.

Turn signal indicators, front 21 watt bulb 1. Open the bonnet 2. Reach into the opening for the turn sig-

nal indicators from above

3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb holder

while turning it to the left

4. Remove and replace the bulb.

Have any work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacement, carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a work- shop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifica- tions of the MINI manufacturer. Due to high voltage, there is a risk of fatal injury if work on the xenon lamps is carried out improperly.<

Parking lamps and standing lamps 5 watt bulb The parking lamps and standing lamps are integrated in the lamp housing of the turn signal indicator. 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull

out

2. Remove and replace the bulb.

LAMPS AND BULBS

Side turn signal indicators 5 watt bulb 1. Slide the lamp toward the rear of the

vehicle and remove

2. Remove and replace the bulb.

Tail lamps Turn signal indicator 1: Rear lamp 2: Backup lamp 3:

1 Turn signal indicator 2 Rear lamp/Brake lamp 3 Backup lamp

21 watts 21/5 watt bulb 16 watts

yellow red white

Replacing bulbs To access the bulb holder, remove the cover on the side panel in the luggage compart- ment for MINI and MINI Convertible. 1. Unplug the power supply, arrow 1
2. Squeeze the retaining clips together, see

arrows 2, and remove the bulb holder

3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

turning it to the left

4. Remove and replace the bulb 5. Press the bulb holder into position until

you hear it engage

6. Plug in the power supply.

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LAMPS AND BULBS

Do not remove the protective lenses and avoid staring directly at the unfil- tered beam for several hours, as inflamma- tion of the retina could result.<

Rear fog lamp* With the space-saver spare tire option: Access to the lamp via the back or under- side of the bumper. 1. Press the clips together 2. Push the lamp out of the bumper 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

turning it to the left

4. Remove and replace the bulb.

Other equipment:

In the event of a malfunction, please contact your MINI Dealer or a work- shop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifica- tions of your MINI manufacturer.<

License plate lamps 5 watt bulb As an example, the illustration shows the license plate lamp of the MINI. 1. Apply a screwdriver to the recess and

lever out the lamp cover

2. Replace the bulb.

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Light-emitting diodes installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light sources for many of the controls and dis- plays in your vehicle. These light-emitting diodes are related to conventional lasers, and legislation defines them as light-emit- ting diodes, Class 1.

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REPAIRING A FLAT TIRE

SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*

To change a space-saver spare tire, proceed as follows: >Remove space-saver spare tire, refer to

the section after the next one

>Prepare for tire change, refer to page 133
>Jack up the vehicle, refer to page 134
>Mount the space-saver spare tire, refer

to page 134

>Tighten the lug bolts, refer to page 134
>Drive with space-saver spare tire, refer to

page 133.

Safety measures in the event of a flat tire:

Stop the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic. Switch on the hazard warn- ing flashers. Turn the steering wheel to the straight- ahead wheel position and engage the steering lock. Engage the parking brake and shift into 1st or reverse gear – selector lever in P. All passengers should be outside the vehi- cle and well away from your immediate working area – behind a guardrail, for instance. If a portable hazard warning lamp is avail- able, set it up on the roadside at an appro- priate distance from the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regu- lations.<

In the event of a flat tire, different proce- dures should be followed depending on the equipment included in your vehicle: >Vehicles with Run Flat tires, refer to

page 108

>Vehicles with a space-saver spare tire,

refer to the following section

>Vehicles with MINI Mobility System,

refer to page 135.

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Tire change set On vehicles with a space-saver spare tire, the tire change set with onboard tools is stored in the luggage compartment under the floor mat. 1 Chock, folding 2 Hubcap remover 3 Wheel stud wrench 4 Jack 5 Special wrench for removing the space-

saver spare tire 6 Towing eyelet 7 Lifting handle The onboard tool kit includes a pouch with a plastic bag in which you can place the damaged wheel.

SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*

Removing the space-saver spare tire The screw connection of the space-saver spare tire is in the luggage compartment under the floor mat, on the base of the storage compartment for the tire change set. 1. Loosen the screw connection using the

special wrench

2. Take out the cover panel

3. Screw the lifting handle from the

onboard tool kit onto the thread

4. Raise the lifting handle slightly

5. Squeeze the securing spring 6. The space-saver spare tire is released and must be held by the lifting handle 7. Lower the space-saver spare tire with

the lifting handle

8. Unscrew the lifting handle

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CHANGING TIRES

9. Pull out the space-saver spare tire

towards the rear underneath the vehi- cle

10. Position the space-saver spare tire with

the valve facing upwards

11. Unscrew the valve extension from the

valve of the space-saver spare tire

12. Unscrew the dust cap from the exten-

sion and place it on the valve of the space-saver spare tire.

Due to its different dimensions, the damaged wheel cannot be placed in the recess for the space-saver spare tire.<

Driving with the space-saver spare tire Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. You must expect changes in vehicle han- dling such as lower track stability during braking, longer braking distances and changes in self-steering properties when close to the handling limit. These effects are more pronounced when driving with winter tires.

Only one space-saver spare tire may be mounted at one time. Reinstall a wheel and tire of the original size as soon as possible.<

Check the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity and correct it

if necessary. Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/ tire assembly balanced.<

Additional safety measures in the event of a tire change:

Change the tire only on a level, firm surface which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack could slip sideways on soft or slippery support surfaces, such as snow, ice, flagstones, etc.. Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a support base for the jack, as this would prevent it from extending to its full support height and reduce its load-carrying capac- ity. Do not lie under the vehicle or start the engine when the vehicle is supported by the jack – risk of fatal injury.<

Preparing for a tire change

Observe the safety precautions regarding flat tires on page 131.<

1. For vehicles with a space-saver spare

tire: Place the folding chock behind the front wheel on the other side of the vehicle; on downward inclines, place it in front of this wheel. If the wheel is changed on a surface with a more severe slope, take additional precautions to secure the vehicle from rolling

2. Loosen the lug bolts by a half turn.

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6. Tighten all the lug bolts firmly in a diag-

onal pattern

7. Lower the vehicle 8. Remove the jack.

Tightening the lug bolts Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.

As soon as possible, have the secure seating of the lug bolts, tightening

torque 88.5 lb ft/120 Nm, checked using a calibrated torque wrench. Otherwise, a wheel coming loose can lead to a severe accident.<

Replace the defective tire as soon as possi- ble and have the new wheel/tire assembly balanced.

CHANGING TIRES

Jacking up the vehicle 1. Place the jack at the jacking point closest

to the wheel. The jack base must be perpendicular to the surface beneath the jacking point

The vehicle jack is designed for changing wheels only. Do not

attempt to raise another vehicle model with it or to raise any load of any kind. To do so could cause accidents and personal injury.<

2. During jacking up, insert the jack head in

the square recess of the jacking point

3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are changing is raised from the ground.

Mounting a wheel 1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the

wheel

2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt

from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub. Clean the lug bolts.

3. Mount the new wheel 4. Screw at least two lug bolts finger-tight

into opposite bolt holes

5. Screw in the remaining bolts

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1 Jack 2 Wheel stud wrench 3 Hubcap remover 4 Wrench, screwdriver/Phillips screw-

driver, towing eyelet

5 Compressor, hose with manometer and

plug for cigarette lighter socket

6 Package with filling hose, valve remover

and valve core 7 Filling canister 8 Hex wrench/screwdriver 9 Adapter for wheel lug lock

MINI Mobility System with onboard tools The MINI Mobility System with tire change set and onboard tools is located in the lug- gage compartment under the floor mat:

MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*

MINI Mobility System The MINI Mobility System is provided to help you repair a flat tire. With the help of this system you can apply a liquid sealant on the inside of the tire, which seals the damaged area and enables you to continue to drive.

Preparing for tire repair

Before using the MINI Mobility Sys- tem read the warning and danger

precautions on the equipment.<

If possible, leave objects in which have been forced into the tire. Take off the tag regarding speed limits and stick it onto the steering wheel.

Using the MINI Mobility System In order to repair a flat tire with the MINI Mobility System, proceed as follows: >Pump in liquid sealant, refer to page 136
>Reinflate the tire, refer to page 136
>Distribute liquid sealant, refer to

page 137

>Check tire inflation pressure, refer to

page 137

>Drive on, refer to page 137.

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7. Hold the filling canister with the cap

down and squeeze. Squeeze the entire contents of the canis- ter into the tire

8. Remove filling hose 9. Screw valve core into the tire valve with

the valve remover.

In the event of a lost or dirty valve core you will find another valve core

in a package with the filling hose. Please remember that the liquid canister must be replaced every four years if the equipment has not been used.<

MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*

Pumping in liquid sealant 1. Shake the filling canister 2. Screw the filling hose onto the filling

canister

3. Unscrew the dust protection cap from

the valve of the defective tire

4. Screw out the valve core with the valve remover. The valve remover is located in a package with the filling hose.

Place the valve core and valve remover only on clean surfaces.<

5. Remove the cap from the filling hose 6. Push the filling hose onto the tire valve

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Reinflating the tire 1. Screw hose 1 with manometer onto the

tire valve

2. Connect plug 3 to the cigarette lighter

socket in the vehicle interior, refer to page 85

3. Ignition key in position 1:

Turn on compressor 2

4. Inflate the tires to at least 26 psi/

180 kPa, but not to more than 36 psi/ 250 kPa. To check the current air pressure, shut off the device for a short time.

Do not run the compressor for longer than 6 minutes, otherwise the device will overheat and possibly be damaged.<

MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*

If an air pressure of 26 psi/180 kPa cannot be reached, unscrew the

hose 1 and drive back and forth about 33 ft/10 m so that the liquid seal- ant is distributed in the tire. Afterwards repeat the procedure. If an air pressure of 26 psi/180 kPa is still not reached, the tire is too badly dam- aged. Please contact the nearest MINI Dealer.<

5. Turn off compressor 2
6. Unscrew hose 1 from the tire valve 7. Store the MINI Mobility System back in

the vehicle.

The instructions for using the MINI Mobility System are also given on the

equipment.<

Distributing liquid sealant Immediately drive for approx. 10 minutes, so that the liquid sealant is uniformly dis- tributed.

Do not exceed a speed of 40 mph / 60 km/h.

If possible do not drive at a speed lower than 10 mph / 20 km/h.<

Driving on

Do not exceed the permitted maxi- mum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h;

otherwise an accident could happen.<

Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly balanced. Have the MINI Mobility System refilled.<

Tire change set When changing a tire, always observe the safety measures and the procedure for changing tires starting on page 131.

In case of a flat tire the tire change set is not needed due to the availabil-

ity of the MINI Mobility System.<

Checking tire inflation pressure 1. After driving for approx. 10 minutes, pull

over at a suitable location

2. Screw hose with manometer back onto

the tire valve

3. Check the tire inflation pressures.

The tire inflation pressure must be at least 18 psi/130 kPa. If it is not,

do not continue driving.< If 18 psi/130 kPa are displayed:

4. Ignition key position 1:

Turn on compressor 2. Correct the tire inflation pressure to the specified value, refer to the tire inflation pressure table on page 102

5. Replace the tire as soon as possible.

The use of the MINI Mobility System may be ineffective with tire damage

larger than approx. 1/6 in/4 mm. Please contact the nearest MINI Dealer if the tire cannot be made drivable with the MINI Mobility System.<

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Disposal

After replacing old batteries, return the used batteries to your MINI

Dealer or to a recycling point. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Secure the battery to prevent it from tilting during transport.<

Power failure After a temporary power failure, e.g. due to a discharged battery, some of your vehicle's equipment will function only to a limited extent and must be reinitialized or read- justed. Individual settings are also lost and must be reprogrammed: >The clock must be reset, refer to page 66
>The power windows must be reinitial-

ized, refer to page 32

>Radio*:

The stations must be reset, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio

>Navigation system*:

It may take some time for its operability to be restored, refer to the Owner's Man- ual for Navigation System.

VEHICLE BATTERY

Storage location MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convert- ible: The battery is located in the engine com- partment, refer to page 112.

MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Con- vertible: The battery is located in the luggage com- partment under the floor mat.

Battery care The battery is absolutely maintenance-free, that is, the original electrolyte will normally last for the service life of the battery under moderate climatic conditions. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you if you have any questions regarding the battery.

Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine switched off, refer to 'Jump-starting', page 140.

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FUSES

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

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

If a second fuse blows in the same cir- cuit, have the cause rectified by your

MINI Dealer.<

A fuse allocation diagram is located on the inside of the fuse box cover panel. Plastic tweezers and spare fuses can be found in the fuse box in the vehicle interior.

In the engine compartment In the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER Convertible to the right of the battery. In the MINI COOPER S and the MINI COO- PER S Convertible to the right of the air fil- ter box. Open the fuse box lid. To do so, press the clip fastener.

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

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JUMP-STARTING

When your battery is discharged, you can use two jumper cables to start your vehicle with power from the battery in a second vehicle. Correspondingly you can help start another vehicle. Only use jumper cables with fully insulated handles on the termi- nal clamps.

Preparing for jump-starting

Do not touch live wiring and cables on a running engine. There is a risk of fatal injury if you do this. Carefully observe the following instructions to avoid per- sonal injury and/or damage to either vehi- cle or both vehicles. Make sure that there is no contact between the bodywork of the two vehicles to avoid a short circuit haz- ard.<

1. Check whether the battery of the sup- port vehicle has 12 Volts and approxi- mately the same capacity measured in Ah. These data are printed on the bat- tery

2. Switch off the engine of the support

vehicle

3. Switch off any electrical systems and

components in both vehicles.

Connect the jumper cables

Always adhere to this sequence when connecting the jumper cables; failure to observe this procedure can lead to spark- ing and pose an injury hazard.<

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The illustration shows the auxiliary jump- starting terminal on the MINI COOPER S and the MINI COOPER S Convertible. In the MINI COOPER S and the MINI COOPER S Convertible, the auxiliary jump- starting terminal, arrow 1, acts as the posi- tive battery terminal, refer to view of engine compartment on page 113. The cover is marked with a +. 1. Remove the cover of the battery or open the cover of the auxiliary jump-starting terminal: >MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Con-

vertible: Remove the battery cover. To do so, press the two clips simulta- neously.

>MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S

Convertible:

JUMP-STARTING

Open the cover of the auxiliary jump- starting terminal, arrow 1

2. Connect one terminal clamp of the

plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat- tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump- starting terminal of the support vehicle

3. Connect the other terminal clamp of the plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat- tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump- starting terminal of the vehicle to be started

Engine or body ground in your MINI or MINI Convertible: arrow 2. 4. Connect one terminal clamp of the

minus/– jumper cable to the negative battery terminal or to an engine or body ground of the support vehicle

5. Connect the second terminal clamp of the minus/– jumper cable to the nega- tive terminal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started.

TOWING AND TOW-STARTING

Observe all applicable laws and regu- lations for towing and tow-start-

ing.<

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

being towed.<

Using the towing eyelet The screw-in towing eyelet is stored in the onboard tool kit, refer to page 126; be sure that it remains with the vehicle at all times. It can be attached at the front or rear of your vehicle.

Use only the towing eyelet supplied with the vehicle and screw it in firmly

until it stops. Use the towing eyelet for towing on paved roads only. Avoid subject- ing the towing eyelet to lateral loads, e.g. do not lift the vehicle using the towing eye- let. Otherwise, the towing eyelet and the vehicle could be damaged.<

Performing the jump-start 1. Start the engine of the support vehicle

and allow it to run at increased idle speed for several minutes

2. Start the engine of the other vehicle in

the usual manner. If the first start attempt is not success- ful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge

3. Allow the engines of both vehicles to run

for several minutes.

On the MINI or MINI Convertible: Before disconnecting the jumper cables, switch on the lighting, the rear window defroster and the highest blower speed to prevent a voltage surge from the regulator to the electrical sys- tems and components.<

4. Then disconnect the jumper cables in

the reverse order.

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

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

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TOWING AND TOW-STARTING

Access to the threaded socket The illustration shows by way of example the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER Convertible. Pry out the cover in the front or rear bumper by inserting a screwdriver into the recess.

Being towed

Make sure that the ignition key is in position 1; otherwise the steering

lock could engage and prevent the vehicle from being steered. There is no power assist while the engine is off. Therefore, you will need to exert more force to brake and steer the vehicle.<

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Turn on the hazard warning flashers, if required by national regulations. If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify the vehicle being towed, e.g. by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win- dow.

MINI or MINI Convertible with manual transmission: Put the gearshift lever in idle position.

MINI or MINI Convertible featuring auto- matic transmission with Steptronic:

Only tow vehicles featuring auto- matic transmission with Steptronic with a tow truck; otherwise the transmis- sion can be damaged, refer to page 143.<

Towing methods In some countries, it is not permitted to tow the vehicle with a tow bar or tow rope on public roads. Familiarize yourself with the applicable towing regulations for the country in which you are driving.

With a tow bar:

The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed;

otherwise, vehicle handling can no longer be controlled.<

The towing eyelets of both vehicles should be on the same side. If the tow bar can only be used in a diagonal position, please note the following: >Clearance and maneuverability will be

strictly limited in corners

>The inclination of the tow bar produces

lateral force.

Attach the tow bar to the towing eye- let only. Attaching it to other parts of

the vehicle can result in damage.<

With a tow rope: When the towing vehicle is driving off, make sure that the tow rope is taut.

Use nylon ropes or straps for towing because they prevent sudden jerking

movements. Attach the tow rope to the towing eyelet only. Attaching it to other parts of the vehicle can result in damage.<

TOWING AND TOW-STARTING

With a tow truck: Have the MINI or MINI Convertible trans- ported by a tow truck with a lift sling, or on a flatbed.

Only tow vehicles featuring auto- matic transmission with Steptronic

with the front wheels raised or on a special transport vehicle; otherwise the transmis- sion can be damaged. Do not lift the vehicle by the towing eyelet, nor by parts of the body or chassis. Other- wise damage could result.<

Tow-starting

Do not tow-start vehicles featuring automatic transmission with Step-

tronic. Jump-starting, refer to page 140.<

Only tow-start vehicles with catalytic con- verters if the engine is cold. It is better to have the engine jump-started, refer to page 140. 1. Turn on the hazard warning flashers;

comply with national regulations 2. Turn the ignition key to position 2
3. Engage the 3rd gear 4. Have the vehicle towed with the clutch completely depressed and then slowly release the clutch. After the engine has started, immediately depress the clutch again completely

5. Pull over at a suitable location, remove

the tow bar or tow rope, and turn off the hazard warning flashers

6. Have the vehicle checked.

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Data

ENGINE DATA

MINI COOPER,

MINI COOPER S,

MINI COOPER S,

MINI COOPER Convertible

MINI COOPER S Convertible

MINI COOPER S Convertible

Displacement Number of cylinders Maximum output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed

cu in/cmµ

hp/kW rpm lb ft/Nm rpm

97.5/1,598

115/85
6,000

111/150

4,500

97.5/1,598

168/125

6,000

162/220

4,000

with John Cooper Works

Kit*

97.5/1,598

208/155

6,950

180/245

4,500

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DIMENSIONS: MINI

All measurements in inches/millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 34 ft 10 in/10.66 m.

Values following a ; are differing values for MINI COOPER S.

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DIMENSIONS: MINI CONVERTIBLE

All measurements in inches/millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 34 ft 10 in/10.66 m.

Values following a ; are differing values for MINI COOPER S.

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WEIGHTS: MINI

MINI COOPER

MINI COOPER S

Curb weight, with all optional special equipment with manual transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic Cargo and luggage load capacity Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load, with special MINI roof rack Luggage compartment volume with rear backrest folded down

lbs/kg lbs/kg

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

2,524/1,145
2,557/1,160

3,340/1,515
3,373/1,530

816/370
1,918/870
1,609/730

165/75
5.3/150
23.7/670

2,679/1,215
2,723/1,235

3,494/1,585
3,538/1,605

816/370
1,962/890
1,698/770

165/75
5.3/150
23.7/670

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WEIGHTS: MINI CONVERTIBLE

MINI COOPER Convertible

MINI COOPER S Convertible

Curb weight, with all optional special equipment with manual transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic Cargo and luggage load capacity Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load, with special MINI roof rack Luggage compartment volume with luggage compartment cover hooked in above with rear backrest folded down

lbs/kg lbs/kg

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

2,700/1,225
2,734/1,240

3,472/1,575
3,505/1,590

771/350
1,918/870
1,697/770

–

4.2/120
5.8/165
21.4/605

2,844/1,290
2,888/1,310

3,616/1,640
3,660/1,660

771/350
1,962/890
1,763/800

–

4.2/120
5.8/165
21.4/605

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CAPACITIES

Fuel tank Reserve Window washer system Headlamp washer system Cooling system including heater circuit

gal./liters

quarts/liters

quarts/liters

Engine with oil filter change

quarts/liters

approx. 13.2/50
approx. 2.1/8
approx. 2.4/2.3
approx. 2.6/2.5 5.6/5.3 MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convertible 6.3/6.0 MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Convertible 4.8/4.5 MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convertible 5.1/4.8 MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Convertible

Notes Fuel quality, refer to page 99

More details, refer to page 63

More details, refer to page 115

High Performance Synthetic Oil: for more details, refer to page 115

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Index

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z

ABS Antilock Brake System 71

indicator lamp 17, 18

Accessories, refer to Your

individual vehicle 6

Activated-charcoal filter 83 Adjusting interior

temperature 79, 82 Air circulation, refer to

Recirculated air mode 79, 82

Air conditioning system 78 Air distribution

air conditioning system 79 automatic climate control 82

Air outlets, refer to Ventilation 80, 83

Air pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 101

Air volume

air conditioning system 79 automatic climate control 82

Airbags 75

passenger airbag status lamp 76 safe seating position 42 warning lamp 18

AKI, refer to Fuel quality 99 All Season traction Control

(ASC) 71 indicator lamps 17, 18

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Average consumption 70

ventilation 80, 83

All-season tires, refer to Winter

Automatic transmission with

tires 110

Antenna 120 Antifreeze

coolant 115 washer fluid 63

Antilock Brake System (ABS) 71

indicator lamp 17, 18

Anti-theft system 24 Approved axle load, refer to

Weights 149, 150

Approved engine oils 115 Approved gross vehicle weight,

refer to Weights 149, 150

ASC All Season traction

Control 71 indicator lamps 17, 18

Ashtray 85 Assistant systems, refer to

All Season traction Control (ASC) 71 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 71

Steptronic ignition 53 indicator lamp 57 interlock 53 selector lever lock 56 shiftlock 56 towing 142 tow-starting 143

setting units 70 Average speed 70 setting units 70 Axle loads, refer to Weights 149, 150

Backrests, refer to

Adjusting seats 44

Backup lamp

bulb replacement 129

Bar, towing 142 Base plate for telephone or

AUTO program, refer to

mobile phone 84

Automatic air distribution 82

Battery 138

Automatic

air distribution 82 air volume 82 cruise control 64

Automatic car washes 119 Automatic climate control 81

charging 138 disposal 138 indicator lamp 16 jump-starting 140 power failure 138 Battery care 68, 118

Belts, refer to Safety belts 46 Beverage holders 85 Black ice, refer to Temperature

warning 69

Blower

air conditioning system 79 automatic climate control 82 Blower, refer to Air volume 79 Blowers, refer to Draft-free

Bonnet 111

indicator lamp 17

Bottle holders, refer to Beverage holders 85

Brake discs

brake system 97 break-in procedures 96

Brake fluid 117

level 117 warning lamp 16

Brake lamps, bulb

replacement 129

Brake pads 117

break-in procedures 96 warning lamp 18

Brake system 117 brake fluid 117 brake pads 117 break-in procedures 96 disc brakes 97 warning lamp 17

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Brake wear warning

brake pads 117 warning lamp 18

Brakes 117

ABS 71 brake fluid 117 brake pads 117 break-in procedures 96 handbrake 54 indicator/warning lamps 16, 17, 18

Breaking in 96 Bulb replacement, refer to

Lamps and bulbs 127

Buttons on multifunction

steering wheel 20 automatic transmission with Steptronic 58

California Proposition 65

warning 7

Capacities 151 Car care, refer to Caring for your

vehicle 119

Car keys, refer to Keys 24 Car radio, refer to separate

Owner's Manual

Car vacuum cleaner,

connecting, refer to Cigarette lighter socket 85

Car wash 119 Car wash, refer to Washing

your vehicle 119

Car-care products 119 Care of plastics 120 Care of synthetic leather 120 Care, vehicle 119 Cargo area

opening from the outside 29 opening with the remote control 26 volume 149, 150

Cargo area cover, refer to Luggage compartment cover 88

Cargo area lid, refer to

Tailgate 29

Cargo area, refer to Luggage

compartment in the MINI 88

Carpet care 121 Cassette operation, refer to Owner's Manual for Radio Catalytic converter, refer to

Hot exhaust system 98

CD changer, refer to Owner's

Car telephone, refer to separate

Manual for Radio

Owner's Manual

CD operation, refer to

Owner's Manual for Radio

Center armrest 84 Central locking system 24

interior 28

Changing bulbs 127 Changing the wiper

blades 126, 127 Changing tires 133

space-saver spare tire 131

Charge-current indicator

light 16

Child seat, refer to Installing child-restraint systems 50

Children, transporting 50 Child-restraint fixing system,

LATCH 52

Child-restraint systems 50 Chock, folding

space-saver spare tire 131 Chrome parts, refer to Caring

for your vehicle 120

Chrome-plated parts, care 120 Cigarette lighter 85 Cigarette lighter socket 85 Cigarette tray, refer to

Ashtray 85

Clock 66

12-hour/24-hour mode 66 changing the time 66

Closing

from inside 28 from outside 25 Clothes hooks 98 Clutch 53

break-in procedures 96

Cockpit 12 Coding, tires 105 Compact disk operation, refer to Owner's Manual for Radio

Compartments 84 Computer, refer to Onboard

computer 69

Condensed water, refer to Air

conditioning 79, 82

Configuring settings, refer to

Vehicle Memory 49 Consumption, refer to

Average consumption 70 Current fuel consumption 70

Contents 2 Control elements, refer to

Circulation of air, refer to

Cockpit 12

Recirculated air mode 79, 82

Convenience operation

Cleaning the rear window 63 Cleaning the vehicle, refer to Caring for your vehicle 119

convertible top 37 from outside 26, 27 glass sunroof, electric 33 windows 31