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1. Place the foldable chock* behind the front wheel on the other side of the vehicle or in front of the wheel if the vehicle is on an incline. If the wheel is changed on a surface with a more severe slope, take additional precautions to secure the vehicle from roll- ing.
2. Uncover the lug bolts if necessary. 3. Loosen the lug bolts by a half turn.
Jacking up the vehicle
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.< 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.
Mounting the 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. Lift the new wheel into place. 4. Screw at least two lug bolts finger-tight into
opposite bolt holes.
5. Screw in the remaining bolts. 6. Tighten all the lug bolts firmly in a diagonal
pattern.
7. Lower the vehicle. 8. Remove the jack.
Tightening the lug bolts Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.
Immediately have the wheels checked with a calibrated torque wrench to ensure that the lug bolts are firmly seated. Otherwise, incorrectly tightened lug bolts can present a safety hazard.< Tightening torque: 103.3 lb ft or 140 Nm. Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly bal- anced.
2. Slide reversible ratchet onto the fixture on
the jack, arrow 1.
Vehicle battery
Maintenance The battery is 100% maintenance-free, the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli- mate.
Battery replacement
Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manu- facturer; otherwise, the vehicle could be dam- aged and systems or functions may not be fully available.< After a battery replacement, have the battery registered on the vehicle by your dealer to
3. As you ratchet up the jack, place the jack
head onto the lifting point on the body, arrow 2. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are changing is raised off the ground.
4.
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ensure that all comfort functions are fully avail- able.
In the engine compartment
Opening the cover Press the latch.
In the vehicle interior
On the right side of the footwell.
Opening the cover Press out at the recess.
Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle when the engine is off. Connections, refer to Jump-start- ing on page 140.
Disposal
After replacing old batteries, return the used batteries to your MINI dealer or to a
recycling center. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Always secure the battery against tipping over during transport.<
Power failure After a temporary power loss, some equipment may not be fully functional and may require ini- tialization. Individual settings are also lost and must be reprogrammed: > Time and date
These values must be updated, page 54.
> Radio
Stations must be stored again, refer to the separate Owner's Manual for Radio.
> Glass sunroof*, electric
It may only be possible to raise the sunroof, if applicable. The system must be initialized. Contact your nearest MINI dealer.
Fuses
Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse or replace it with a fuse of a different color or
Ampere rating. To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a circuit overload. Have the fuse changed only by a MINI dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer.< A fuse allocation diagram is located on the inside of the fuse box cover panels.
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Giving and receiving assistance
Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance is available by phone 24 hours a day in many countries. You can obtain assistance there in the event of a vehicle break- down. Phone numbers for Roadside Assistance are listed in the Contact brochure.
First aid pouch* Some of the articles contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life. Therefore, check the expiration dates of the contents regu- larly and replace any items in good time, if nec- essary.
The first aid pouch is located on the rear cargo well by the left side trim panel or under the pull- out floor panel.
Warning triangle*
In the cargo area under the loading sill. To remove, open the two clasps.
Jump-starting If the car's own battery is flat, your MINI's engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables to another vehicle's battery. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle. Only use jumper cables with fully-insulated clamp handles.
Do not touch any electrically live parts when the engine is running, or a fatal acci- dent may occur. Carefully adhere to the follow- ing sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against possible per- sonal injuries.<
Preparation 1. Check whether the battery of the other vehi-
cle has a voltage of 12 volts and approxi- mately the same capacitance in Ah. This information can be found on the battery.
2. Switch off the engine of the support vehicle. 3. Switch off any consumers in both vehicles. There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles; otherwise,
there is a danger of shorting.<
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Connecting jumper cables
Body ground in MINI:
Connect the jumper cables in the correct order, so that no sparks which could cause
injury occur.< 1. Open the battery cover in the engine com- partment to access the positive terminal of your MINI.
2. Release the tabs on the left and right sides of the positive terminal cover*, arrows 1, and lift the cover to open, arrow 2.
3. Attach one terminal clamp of the plus/+
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to a starting-aid terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.
4. Attach the second terminal clamp of the
plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or a starting-aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.
5. Attach one terminal clamp of the minus/–
jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the assisting vehicle.
6. Attach the second terminal clamp of the
minus/– jumper cable to the negative termi- nal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine 1. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly increased idle speed.
2. Start the engine of the other vehicle in the
usual manner. If the first start attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge.
3. Let the engines run for a few minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the above connecting sequence.
If necessary, have the battery checked and recharged.
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.<
Tow-starting, towing away
Observe applicable laws and regulations for tow-starting and towing.< Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.<
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Using a tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or at the right rear. The tow fitting is stored under the right front seat.
Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise, the tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged.<
Access to screw thread Press the lower part of the cover. This will push out the upper edge of the cover, which can then be removed.
Front
Rear
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on, refer to page 39; otherwise, the low
beams, tail lamps, turn signals, and windshield wipers may be unavailable. Do not tow the vehi- cle with just the rear axle raised, as this would allow the steering to turn.<
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There is no power assist while the engine is off. Thus, braking and steering will require increased effort. Switch on the hazard warning flashers, depend- ing on local regulations.
Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.
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 methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage may
result.<
With towbar
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.
Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings, as attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<
With 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.<
With tow truck: vehicles without ALL4 all-wheel drive
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.
Have the MINI Countryman transported by a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
With tow truck: vehicles with ALL4 all- wheel drive
Do not have your vehicle with ALL4 all- wheel drive towed with the front or rear axle raised individually; otherwise, the wheels may lock and the transfer case may be dam- aged.<
Only have your MINI Countryman transported on a flat bed.
Tow-starting Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi- ble; instead, jump-start the engine, page 140. 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 39. 3. Shift into 3rd gear.
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Indicator and warning lamps
or 2. See the table for information on causes and how to react. Note whether a lamp lights up alone or in combination with another. Some lamps can light up in different colors. Corre- sponding distinctions are made in the text.
Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1
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 33.
Parking brake applied
Release the parking brake.
Indication in Canadian models
Parking brake applied
Release the parking brake.
Outside temperature warning
Drive cautiously, refer also to page 48.
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Cause
What to do
Lights up briefly:
The tank still contains approx. 2.1 gal- lons/8 liters of fuel
Remains on:
The remaining range is at most 30 miles/50 km, page 49
Engine refuses to start
Depress the brake or clutch in order to start the engine, page 39.
Ignition switched on and driver's door open
Switch off the ignition, page 39, or close the driver's door.
Lamps still on
Roadside parking lamps on
Door open
Hood open
Gas cap missing or loose
Window washer fluid level too low
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.
Add washer fluid as soon as possible, page 46.
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Cause
What to do
Lights up in red:
Service due
Lights up in yellow: The engine will start the next time the Start/Stop button is briefly pressed, possibly without the brake or clutch being depressed
Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page, 125.
Remote control malfunctioning or, in cars with Comfort Access, not detected
The engine cannot be started. Have the remote control checked, if neces- sary.
Remote control battery is discharged
Use the remote control for a longer journey or, in cars with Comfort 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 in red:
Engine malfunction
Lights up in yellow:
Full engine power no longer available
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.
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 lights up:
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 hood; otherwise, there is a risk of injury from 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
Indication in Canadian models
Parking brake applied
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Cause
What to do
Indication in US models
Lights up in red:
Brake fluid level too low
Lights up in yellow:
Hill 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:
Braking action is reduced, stop with care. Contact the nearest MINI dealer.
Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Braking action is reduced, stop with care. Contact the nearest MINI dealer.
Hill 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
Indication in US models
Vehicle electronics failed
Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay.
Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay.
You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.
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Cause
What to do
Indication* in Canadian models
Vehicle electronics failed
You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.
Lights up in red:
Have the system in question checked without delay.
> Starter failed or
The engine cannot be restarted.
Depress the brake to start the engine again.
You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system in ques- tion checked without delay.
You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Transmission limp-home program active with restricted range of gears. Have the system checked immediately.
> 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
> Drive malfunctioning
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 DTC is acti- vated, refer also to page 57
The Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic Traction Control DTC are deactivated, refer also to page 56
Driving stability limited during accel- eration and cornering. Driving style must be adjusted.
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Cause
What to do
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 US models
The driving stability control systems, including ABS, ALL4 all-wheel drive, 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, ALL4 all-wheel drive, and the Flat Tire Monitor 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 kickdown 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 kickdown 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 kickdown 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 kickdown position. Have the system checked immediately.
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Cause
What to do
ALL4 all-wheel drive has failed.
ALL4 all-wheel drive and DSC have failed.
Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor*
Light up in yellow and red:
> Tire damage
Continued driving is possible. Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid rough track driving, full-throttle oper- ation, and use of the transmission's kickdown mode. Have the system checked immediately.
Continued driving is possible. Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid rough track driving, full-throttle oper- ation, and use of the transmission's kickdown mode. Have the system checked immediately.
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:
Have the system checked.
There is a flat tire or significant tire pressure loss, e.g. in the front right tire
Carefully bring the car to a stop. Observe the information starting on page 61.
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Cause
What to do
Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*
Light up in yellow:
Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized
Check the inflation pressure and reset the system, page 62.
The small lamp flashes yellow and then stays on, the large lamp lights up in yellow:
> Wheel mounted without TPM
electronics
> The TPM is temporarily malfunc- tioning due to other systems or devices using the same radio fre- quency.
Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*
Light up in yellow:
> Tire Pressure Monitor failed. Punctures are not indicated
Have the system checked.
Have the system checked.
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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
Manually releasing the selector lever lock, page 43.
Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Manually releasing the selector lever lock, page 43.
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 39.
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.
Adaptive Light Control has failed
Coolant level too low
Add coolant immediately, page 123.
Engine oil pressure too low
Lights up in red:
Service appointment overdue
Lights up in yellow:
Service due
Stop immediately and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI dealer.
Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 52.
Arrange a service appointment. Check service requirements, page 52.
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Cause
What to do
No service due
Set speed limit exceeded
Time and date no longer correct
Set the time and date, page 54.
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AT A GLANCE
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Mobility
Reference
Reference
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Technical data
Engine data
Displacement
cu in/cmμ
Number of cylinders
Maximum power output
hp
At engine speed
rpm
Maximum torque with overboost
At engine speed with overboost
lb ft/Nm
rpm
Cooper
97.5/1,598
121
6,000
114/155
–4,250
–Cooper S
97.5/1,598
181
5,500
177/240
192/2601,600-5,000
1,700-4,500Overboost briefly raises the maximum torque at high rates of acceleration, e.g. when passing.
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Dimensions
All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning radius Δ: 38.1 ft/11.6 m.
Information after the semicolon: different values for MINI Cooper S.
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Weights
Cooper
Cooper S
Cooper S ALL4
Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras
> Manual transmission
lbs/kg
2,954/1,340
3,053/1,385
3,208/1,455
> Automatic transmission
lbs/kg
3,020/1,370
3,097/1,405
3,252/1,475
Approved gross weight
> Manual transmission
lbs/kg
3,858/1,750
3,990/1,810
4,101/1,860
> Automatic transmission
lbs/kg
3,924/1,780
4,034/1,830
4,145/1,880
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission
> Automatic transmission
Approved rear axle load
Approved roof load capacity
Cargo area capacity
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
lbs/kg
cu ft/ liters
2,028/920
2,105/955
2,161/980
2,094/950
2,150/975
2,205/1,000
1,918/870
1,918/870
2,017/915
165/75
165/75
165/75
1.2 - 41.3/ 350 - 1,170
1.2 - 41.3/ 350 - 1,170
1.2 - 41.3/ 350 - 1,170
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
12.4/–
2.1/–
approx. 47
Fuel grade: page 113
approx. 8
–/4.2
approx. 4
For more details: page 46
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