2009 Mini Cooper Owners Manual

Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage

may result.<

Automatic transmission

Tow vehicles with automatic transmission only with a tow truck or with the front

wheels lifted; otherwise the transmission can be damaged.<

Towing with a tow bar

The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the towed vehicle, otherwise it may

be impossible to maintain control.< The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle, please observe the following: > Clearance and maneuvering capability will

be sharply limited during cornering.

> The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is

attached offset.

Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only, as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle

could result in damage.<

Towing with a tow rope When starting off in the towing vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut.

To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on vehicle components when

towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps. Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage.<

Towing with a tow truck

Have the MINI transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.

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Tow-starting Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi- ble; instead, jump-start the engine, page 123. Vehicles with a catalytic converter should only be tow-started when the engine is cold, vehicles with an automatic transmission cannot be tow- started at all. 1. Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply

with local regulations.

2. Switch on the ignition, page 37. 3. Shift into 3rd gear. 4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch

completely depressed and then slowly release the clutch. After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch completely again.

5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn- ing flashers.

6. Have the vehicle checked.

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Indicator and warning lamps

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2. See the table for information on causes and how to react. Note whether a lamp comes on alone or in combination with another. Some lamps can light up in different colors. Corre- sponding distinctions are made in the text.

Cause

What to do

Turn signals

High beams/headlamp flasher switched on

Fog lamps switched on

Rear fog lamp switched on

Fasten safety belts

Indication in US models

Fasten your safety belt, refer also to page 32.

Parking brake applied

Release the parking brake.

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied

Release the parking brake.

Danger of icy roads

Drive cautiously, refer also to page 47.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up briefly:

Approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 l of fuel remain in the tank

Remains on:

Cruising range is no more than 30 miles/50 km, page 48

Engine refuses to start

Depress the brake or clutch in order to start the engine, page 37.

Ignition switched on and driver's door open

Switch off the ignition, page 37, or close the driver's door.

Lamps still on

Roadside parking lamps on

Door open

Clubdoor open

Splitdoor open

Bonnet open

Tailgate open

Gas cap missing or loose

Make sure that the gas cap is correctly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks. Do not jam the strap between the gas cap and the vehicle.

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Cause

What to do

Window washer fluid level too low

Add washer fluid as soon as possible, page 44.

Lights up in yellow:

The engine will start the next time the start/stop button is touched, possibly without the brake or clutch being depressed

Remote control malfunctioning or, in cars with convenient access, not detected

The engine cannot be started. Have the remote control checked, if neces- sary.

Battery in remote control discharged

Use the remote control for a longer journey or, in cars with convenient access, replace the battery.

Belt tensioners and/or airbag system failed

Have the system checked immedi- ately. Fasten the safety belts anyway.

Power steering failed

Lights up:

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Steering response will be markedly different. Have the system checked without delay.

Emergency calling system failed or malfunctioning

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Lights up in red:

Engine malfunction

Lights up in yellow:

Full engine power no longer available

Stop the car and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the engine checked as soon as possible.

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Cause

What to do

Indicator lamp 1 flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load. High engine load will result in dam- age to the catalytic converter

Indicator lamp 1 comes on:

Engine malfunction with adverse effect on exhaust emissions

Lights up in red:

Engine overheating

Lights up in yellow:

Engine too hot

Lights up in red:

Battery is no longer being charged. Alternator malfunction

Lights up in yellow:

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the vehicle checked without delay.

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the car checked as soon as possible.

Carefully bring the car to a stop, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down. Do not open the bonnet, otherwise there would be a risk of injury by scalding. Contact your MINI Dealer.

Continue driving at more moderate speed so that the engine can cool down. Have the engine checked with- out delay if the situation reoccurs.

Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers. Have the battery checked without delay.

Battery charge level very low, battery aged or not securely connected

Have the battery checked as soon as possible.

Indication in US models

Parking brake applied

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Cause

What to do

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied

Indication in US models

Lights up in red:

Brake fluid level too low

Lights up in yellow:

Hill Start Assist failed. The car will not be held in place after the brake is released

Indication in Canadian models

Lights up in red:

Brake fluid level too low

Lights up in yellow:

Brake pedal travel may be markedly longer. Stop immediately. Contact the nearest MINI Dealer.

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Brake pedal travel may be markedly longer. Stop immediately. Contact the nearest MINI Dealer.

Hill Start Assist failed. The car will not be held in place after the brake is released

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Indication in US models

Brake pads worn

Indication in Canadian models

Brake pads worn

Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay.

Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay.

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Cause

What to do

You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer.

You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer.

You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer.

Have the system in question checked without delay.

The engine cannot be restarted.

Indication in US models

Vehicle electronics failed

Indication* in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed

Indication* in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed

Lights up in red:

> Starter failed or > ignition malfunctioning. Engine restart only possible when brake is depressed or

> lighting system failed. Low beams/tail lamps and brake lamps still operational. All other lamps failed

Lights up in yellow:

> Control of the brake lamps failed

or

> fuel supply malfunctioning

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system in ques- tion checked without delay.

Flashing: Dynamic Stability Control DSC or Dynamic Traction Control DTC is con- trolling drive and braking forces, refer also to page 56

Dynamic Traction Control activated (see page 58)

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Cause

What to do

The dynamic stability control (DSC) and dynamic traction control (DTC) are deactivated (see page 56)

Driving stability limited during accel- eration and cornering. Driving style must be adjusted.

The Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic Traction Control DTC have failed.

Indication in US models

The driving stability control systems, including ABS and the Tire Pressure Monitor, have failed, refer also to page 56

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems, including ABS and the Flat Tire Moni- tor or the Tire Pressure Monitor*, have failed, refer also to page 56

Indication* in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems, including ABS and the Flat Tire Moni- tor or the Tire Pressure Monitor*, have failed, refer also to page 56

Driving stability limited during accel- eration and cornering. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Reduced braking and driving stability. Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid braking with full force, driving on rough tracks, and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kick-down position. Have the system checked immediately.

Reduced braking and driving stability. Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid braking with full force, driving on rough tracks, and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kick-down position. Have the system checked immediately.

Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid braking with full force, driving on rough tracks, and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kick-down position. Have the system checked immediately.

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Cause

What to do

Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor*

Light up in yellow and red:

> Tire damage

Carefully bring the car to a stop. Observe the information starting on page 59.

> Flat Tire Monitor not initialized

Initialize Flat Tire Monitor, page 59.

Light up in yellow:

Flat Tire Monitor failed. Punctures are not indicated

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow and red:

There is a flat tire or substantial loss in tire pressure

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*

Light up in yellow:

Have the system checked.

Carefully bring the car to a stop. Observe the information starting on page 61.

Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized

Initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor, page 62.

The small lamp flashes yellow and then stays on, the large lamp lights up in yellow:

Tire Pressure Monitor failed. Punc- tures are not indicated

Have the system checked. Observe the information starting on page 62.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up in red:

> Transmission limp-home pro-

gram active with restricted range of gears, possibly with reduced acceleration

You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked without delay.

> Gears can be engaged without

depressing the brake

Always depress the brake to engage a gear.

> Automatic selector lever locked

Lights up in yellow:

> Automatic selector lever locked: Selector lever locked in position P with engine running and brake depressed or

> brake signal malfunctioning: gear can be engaged without depress- ing the brake

Lights up in red:

Transmission overheating

Lights up in yellow:

Transmission too hot

Selector lever position P not engaged. Vehicle not prevented from rolling

Overriding the selector lever lock, page 41.

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Overriding the selector lever lock, page 41.

To engage a gear while the vehicle is at a standstill, always depress the brake. Before leaving the vehicle, move the selector lever to position P and switch off the engine.

Bring the car to a stop and move the selector lever to position P. Allow the transmission to cool down. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked if the situa- tion reoccurs.

Avoid high engine loads. You can con- tinue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution.

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Cause

What to do

Selector lever position P not engaged. Ignition cannot be switched off

Engage selector lever position P when you wish to switch off the ignition, page 37.

Lights up in red:

Electric steering wheel lock malfunc- tioning

Lights up in yellow:

The engine can no longer be started. If applicable, do not switch off the engine. Contact your MINI Dealer.

Electric steering wheel lock engaged

Move the steering wheel before start- ing the engine.

Cruise control system failed

Have the system checked.

Park Distance Control failed

Have the system checked.

Bulb of exterior lighting system failed

Have the exterior lighting checked as soon as possible.

Low-beam headlamp or fog lamp failed

Have the lamps checked as soon as possible.

High-beam headlamp failed

Have the high-beam headlamps checked.

Rear fog lamp failed

Have the rear fog lamp checked.

Headlamp beam throw adjustment system failed

Have the headlamp beam throw adjustment system checked.

Coolant level too low

Add coolant immediately, page 105.

Engine oil pressure too low

Stop immediately and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer.

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Cause

What to do

Lights up in red:

Service appointment overdue

Lights up in yellow:

Service due

No service due

Set speed limit exceeded

Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 52.

Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 52.

Time and date no longer correct

Set the time and date, page 53.

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CONTROLS

DRIVING TIPS

MOBILITY

REFERENCE

REFERENCE

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Technical data

In the technical data, only the values that differ from the MINI Cooper S are shown for the MINI John Cooper Works.

Engine data

Displacement

Number of cylinders

Maximum power output

At engine speed

Maximum torque with overboost

At engine speed with overboost

cu in/ cmμ

hp

rpm

lb ft/ Nm

rpm

Cooper

97.5/ 1,598

118

6,000

114/155
–

4,250
–

Cooper S

John Cooper Works

97.5/ 1,598

172

5,500

177/240
192/260

97.5/ 1,598

208

6,000

192/260
207/280

1,600-5,000
1,700-4,500

1,850-5,600
2,000-5,100

Overboost briefly raises the maximum torque at high rates of acceleration, e.g. when passing.

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Dimensions

All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 35 ft 10 in/10.7 m.

Figures following the semicolons: Values that differ for the MINI Cooper S.

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Weights

MINI COOPER

MINI COOPER S

JOHN COOPER WORKS

Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras

> Manual transmission

lbs/kg

2,546/1,155

2,668/1,210

2,701/1,225

> Automatic transmis-

lbs/kg

2,634/1,195

2,723/1,235

–

sion

Approved gross weight

> Manual transmission

lbs/kg

3,362/1,525

3,483/1,580

3,516/1,595

> Automatic transmis-

lbs/kg

3,450/1,565

3,538/1,605

–

sion

Approved front axle load

lbs/kg

1,929/875

1,984/900

Approved rear axle load

lbs/kg

1,653/750

1,664/755

Approved roof load capacity

Cargo bay capacity

lbs/kg

165/75

165/75

cu ft/ Liters

5.7 - 24.0/ 160 - 680

5.7 - 24.0/ 160 - 680

1,918/870

1,675/760

165/75

5.7 - 24.0/ 160 - 680

Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.

Capacities

Fuel tank

including reserve of

Window washer system incl. headlamp washer system

US gal/US quarts

Liters

Notes

13.2/–

2.1/–

approx. 50

approx. 8

Fuel grade: page 93

–/4.8

approx. 4.5

For more details: page 44

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From A to Z

INDEX

AKI, refer to Fuel specifications 93

Accessories, refer to Your

individual vehicle 4

Activated-charcoal filter for

Alarm system 24
All-season tires, refer to Winter

tires 102

automatic climate control 76

Ambient air, refer to

Additives – coolant 105
– engine oil 105
Adjusting temperature inside

the car, refer to Air conditioner 73

Adjusting temperature inside the car, refer to Automatic climate control 74

Air conditioner 72
Air conditioning mode – air conditioner 73
– automatic climate control 74
– ventilation 76
Air distribution – automatic 75
– individual 74
– manual 74
Air flow rate 73, 75
– air conditioning system 73
– automatic climate control 75
– heating, ventilation 73
Air outlets, refer to Air vents 72
Air pressure, checking, refer to

Tire inflation pressure 94

Air recirculation, refer to

Recirculated-air mode 73, 75

Air supply – air conditioner 73
– automatic climate control 74
– ventilation 76
Air vents 72
Airbags 64
– sitting safely 29
– warning lamp 66
Airing, refer to Ventilation 76

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Recirculated-air mode 73, 75

Ambient lighting 71
Antenna, care 109
Antifreeze – coolant 105
– washer fluid 44
Antilock Brake System ABS 57
Anti-theft alarm system, refer

to Alarm system 24
Anti-theft system 19
Approved axle loads, refer to

Weights 144

Approved engine oils 105
Approved gross vehicle

weight, refer to Weights 144

Armrest, refer to Center

armrest 79
Arrival time – computer 49
Ashtray 81
Assistant systems, refer to – Dynamic Stability Control

DSC 57

AUC Automatic recirculated-

air control 75

Audio device, external 79
AUTO program for automatic

climate control 75

Automatic – air distribution 75
– air flow rate 75
– cruise control 45
– headlamp control 67
Automatic climate control 72
– automatic air distribution 75

Automatic recirculated-air

control AUC 75

Automatic transmission with

Steptronic 39

– interlock 40
– overriding selector lever

lock 41

– shiftlock 40
– sport program 40
AUX-In, refer to External audio

device 79

Average fuel consumption 48
– setting the units 50
Average speed 49
Axle loads, refer to

Weights 144

Background lighting, refer to

Ambient lighting 71

Backrests, refer to Seats 29
Backup lamps – replacing bulb 116
– replacing bulbs in MINI 116
Band-aids, refer to First aid

pouch 123

Bar, refer to Tow-starting,

towing away 126

Battery 122
– charging 122
– disposal 27, 122
– jump starting 123
– temporary power failure 122
Battery renewal – remote control 27
Being towed 125
Belt tensioner, refer to Safety

belts 32

Belts, refer to Safety belts 32
Beverage holders, refer to Cup

holders 81

Blower, refer to Air flow

rate 73, 75
Bonnet 103
Bottle holders, refer to Cup

holders 81

Brake Assist 57
Brake fluid, refer to Service

requirements 52

Brake lamps – replacing bulbs in MINI 116
Brake pads, breaking in 84
Brake rotors 85
– brakes 84
– breaking in 84
Brake system 84
– breaking in 84
– disc brakes 85
– MINI Maintenance

System 107

Brakes – ABS 57
– breaking in 84
– MINI Maintenance

System 107

– parking brake 39
– service requirements 52
Brakes, refer to Braking

safely 85

Breakdown service, refer to

Roadside Assistance 123

Break-in period 84
Breaking in the clutch 84
Bulb changing, refer to Lamps

and bulbs 113

Button for starting the

engine 37

Buttons on the steering

wheel 11

California Proposition 65

warning 5

Can holders, refer to Cup

holders 81

Capacities 144
Car battery, refer to Vehicle

battery 122
Car care 109

Car key, refer to Keys/remote

controls 18

Car phone – installation location, refer to

Center armrest 79

– refer to separate Owner's

Manual

Car wash 85
Car wash, care 109
Car washes 109
Care 109
– Car washes 109
– Car-care products 109
– CD/DVD drives 111
– High-pressure washers 109
– internal 111
– Leather 111
– Manual washing 110
– Upholstery and fabrics 111
– Windows 110
– Wiper blades 110
Cargo area – capacity 144
Cargo bay 86
– convenient access 26
– cover 86
– lamp 70
– opening from outside 23
Cargo bay, expanding 86
Cargo bay lamp 70
Cargo bay lid, refer to

Tailgate 23

Cargo loading 87
– securing cargo 88
– stowing cargo 87
– vehicle 86
Cargo, securing 88
Carpets, care 111
Catalytic converter, refer to

Hot exhaust system 84

Center armrest 79
Center brake lamp 117
Center console, refer to

Around the center console 14

Central locking system 19
– convenient access 25
– from inside 22
– from outside 19

Changing bulbs 113
Changing wheels 119
Chassis number, refer to

Engine compartment 104

Check Control 54
Child's seats 35
Child-restraint fixing system

LATCH 36

Child-restraint systems 35
Chock, folding – space-saver spare tire 119
Chrome parts, care 110
Chrome parts, refer to

Care 109

Cigarette lighter 81
Cleaning headlamps 43
– washer fluid 44
Clock 47
– 12h/24h mode 50
– setting time 53
Closing – from inside 22
– from outside 19
Clothes hooks 80
Cockpit 10
Cold start, refer to Starting the

engine 38

Comfort access – what to observe before entering a car wash 26
Comfort access, refer to Convenient access 25

Comfort area, refer to Around

the center console 14

Compartment for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 37

Computer 48
Condensation, refer to When

the vehicle is parked 85
Condition Based Service

CBS 107

Configuring settings, refer to

Personal Profile 18

Confirmation signals for

vehicle locking/unlocking 20

Connecting vacuum cleaner,

refer to Connecting electrical appliances 81

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Consumption indicator – average fuel consumption 48
Consumption, refer to Average

fuel consumption 48

Control Display – settings 49
Controls and displays 10
Convenience start, refer to

Starting the engine 38

Convenient access 25
– replacing the battery 27
Convenient operation – windows 20
Coolant 105
– checking level 105
– filling 105
Coolant temperature 47
Cooling fluid, refer to

Coolant 105

Cooling, maximum 75
Copyright 2
Cruising range 48
Cup holders 81
Curb weight, refer to

Weights 144

Current fuel consumption 49

Dashboard instruments, refer

to Displays 12

Dashboard lighting, refer to

Instrument lighting 70

Dashboard, refer to Cockpit 10
Data 142
– capacities 144
– dimensions 143
– engine 142
– weights 144
Date – setting 54
Daytime running lamps 68
DBC Dynamic Brake Control,

refer to Brake assist 57

Defect – door lock 22
– fuel filler door 92
Defogging windows 74, 76
Defrost position, refer to

Defrosting windows 74, 76

Defrosting windows 74, 76
Defrosting windows and removing condensation

– air conditioner 74
– automatic climate control 76
Differential, breaking in 84
Digital clock 47
Dimensions 143
Dipstick, engine oil 104
Directional indicators, refer to

Turn signals 41

Displacement, refer to Engine

data 142

Display lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 70

Displays 12
– instrument combination 12
Displays and controls 10
Displays, care 111
Disposal – of coolant 105
– remote control battery 27
– vehicle battery 122
Distance remaining to service,

refer to Service requirements 52

Distance warning, refer to Park

Distance Control PDC 56

Diving stability control

systems 56

Door key, refer to Integrated

key/remote control 18

Door lock 22
Door lock, confirmation

signals 20

Doors, manual operation 22
DOT Quality Grades 99
Drinks holders, refer to Cup

Deactivating front passenger

holders 81

Driving lamps, refer to Parking

lamps/low beams 67

Driving notes 84
Driving off on inclines, refer to

Hill Start Assist 58

Driving through water 85
Driving tips, refer to Driving

notes 84

Dry air, refer to Cooling

function 76

DTC Dynamic Traction Control

DTC 58

Dynamic Brake Control DBC,

refer to Brake assist 57
Dynamic Stability Control

DSC 57

Dynamic Traction Control 58

Electrical malfunction – door lock 22
– fuel filler door 92
Electronic brake-force

distribution 57

Electronic Stability Program

ESP, refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 57

Emergency operation, refer to

Manual operation

– door lock 22
– fuel filler door 92
– transmission lock, automatic

transmission 41

Emergency services, refer to

Roadside Assistance 123

Engine – breaking in 84
– data 142
– overheated, refer to Coolant

temperature 47

– speed 142
– starting 38
– starting, convenient