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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CONTROLS
OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE
OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES
TECHNICAL DATA
INDEX
145
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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OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES
TECHNICAL DATA
INDEX
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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
EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
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
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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
Convertible top 35
Cup holders, refer to Beverage
Defrosting and demisting
Disposal
care 121 convenience operation 37 electrical malfunction 38 emergency closing 38 malfunction 38
Coolant 115
indicator lamp 16 level 116 temperature gauge 67
Coolant temperature gauge 67 Cooling function
holders 85
Curb weight, refer to Weights 149, 150
Current fuel consumption 70
setting units 70
Cylinders, refer to Engine
data 146
Daily odometer, refer to Trip
odometer 66
air conditioning system 79 automatic climate control 82
Dashboard lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting 61
Cooling system, refer to
Capacities 151
Cooling, refer to Air
conditioning 82
Cooling, refer to Cooling
function 79
Copyright 2 Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
warning lamp 17
Correct tires 105 Cosmetic mirror, refer to
Dashboard, refer to Cockpit 12 Data
capacities 151 dimensions 147 engine 146 technical 146 weights 149
Date of the Owner's Manual 7 Daytime driving lamps 60 Deep water, refer to Driving
through water 98
windows air conditioning system 80 automatic climate control 83 Defrosting front windows, refer to Defrosting and demisting windows 80, 83
Defrosting windows 80, 83
air conditioning system 79 automatic climate control 82 Defrosting windshield, refer to
Defrosting and demisting windows 80, 83
Demisting windows 80, 83 Digital clock 66 Dimensions 147, 148 Dimming interior rearview
mirror 96
Dipstick, engine oil 114 Directional turn signal,
refer to Turn signal indicators 60 Disc brakes 97 Displacement, refer to Engine
data 146
Illuminated vanity mirror 48
Defrost setting, refer to
Display elements 13
Cruise control 64
buttons on the steering wheel 20 indicator lamp 19
Defrosting and demisting windows 80, 83
with navigation system or Cockpit Chrono Pack 14
Display lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 61
vehicle battery 138
Distance covered, refer to
Odometer 66
Distance warning, refer to Park
Distance Control (PDC) 77
Door keys 24 Door lock 27 Doors, locking and unlocking
acknowledgment signals 26, 27 from inside 28 from outside 26
DOT quality grades 105 Draft-free ventilation 80, 83 Drink holders, refer to Beverage
holders 85
Driving downhill 97 Driving hints, refer to Driving
notes 96
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/Low beams 59
Driving notes 96 Driving stability control
systems 71
Dry air, refer to Cooling
function 79, 82
Drying air,
refer to Cooling function 79, 82
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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
DSC Dynamic Stability
Emergency operation, refer to
Engine oil level 114
Flat
Control 71 indicator lamp 17
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 71 indicator lamp 17
Easy entry to the rear 45 EBD Electronic Brake Force
Distribution 71
Electric glass sunroof 33 Electric power windows 31
initializing 32
Electrical malfunction
automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 convertible top 38 door lock 27 driver's door 27 fuel filler door 100 glass sunroof, electric 34 tailgate 30
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBD) 71
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP), refer to Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 71
Manual operation convertible top 38 driver's door 27 fuel filler door 100 glass sunroof, electric 34 tailgate 30 transmission lock, automatic transmission with Steptronic 56
Engine
break-in procedures 96 data 146 electronics 18 indicator lamp 18 speed 68 starting 53 switching off 54
Engine compartment
MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convertible 112 MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Convertible 113
Engine coolant 115 Engine data 146 Engine oil 114 capacity 151 indicator/warning lamp 16 recommended oils 115 specified oil grades 115
indicator/warning lamp 16 Engine oil level, checking 114 Engine oil pressure, indicator/
warning lamp 16
Engine output, refer to Engine
data 146
Entry to the rear 45 ESP Electronic Stability
Run Flat tires 74
Flat tire
Flat Tire Monitor 73, 74 MINI Mobility System 135 space-saver spare tire 131
Flat Tire Monitor 73 indicator lamp 17
Flat tire, refer to Changing
Program, refer to Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 71
tires 133
Flat tire, refer to Tire
Exhaust system, refer to Hot exhaust system 98
Exterior mirrors 48
folding in and out 48
Eyelet, for towing and tow-
starting 141
Failure of an electrical
consumer 138
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts 46
condition 106 Floor mats 121 Fog lamps 61
indicator lamp 61
Foldable rear backrest 88, 89 Folding roof, refer to
Convertible top with integrated sliding sunroof 35
Foot braking, refer to General
driving notes 97
Front airbags 75 Front turn signal indicators,
Filling canister, refer to MINI
bulb replacement 128
Mobility System 136
Filling hose, refer to MINI
Mobility System 136
Filter, refer to
Microfilter 80 Microfilter/Activated- charcoal filter 83
Fuel 99
average consumption 70 gauge 66, 67 quality 99 tank capacity 151
157
EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
Fuel filler door 99
Glass sunroof, electric 33
Heating 78
unlocking in the event of electrical malfunction 100
Fuel tank capacity 151 Fuses 139
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote control 86
Gas, refer to Average
consumption 70
Gas, refer to Fuel quality 99 Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel
gauge 66, 67
Gasoline, refer to Fuel
quality 99
Gear indicator, for automatic
transmission with Steptronic 57
Gear shifts, automatic
transmission with Steptronic 56 Gearshift lever
automatic transmission with Steptronic 56 manual transmission 55
General driving notes 96
convenience operation 27 opening and closing in the event of an electrical malfunction 34 remote control 26
Glove compartment 84 Gross weight, refer to
Weights 149, 150