Technology for driving comfort and safety
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>With a medium load:
2 persons, cargo bay full, or 4 persons
without luggage:
approx. 94 miles/150 km
>With a full load:
4 persons, load compartment full:
approx. 30 miles/50 km
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph or 80 km/h; otherwise,
an accident may occur. In the event of pressure
loss, vehicle handling changes. This includes
reduced tracking stability in braking, extended
braking distance and altered natural steering
characteristics.
If unusual vibration or loud noises occur during
the journey, this may be an indication that the
damaged tire has finally failed. Reduce the vehi-
cle speed and stop as soon as possible. Other-
wise, sections of the tire may come loose and
cause accidents. Do not continue driving and
contact your MINI dealer.<
Tire Pressure
Monitor TPM*
The concept
TPM checks the inflation pressures of the four
mounted tires during a trip. The system notifies
you if there is a significant loss of pressure in one
or more tires.
Functional requirement
In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat
tire, the system must be reset while all tire infla-
tion pressures are correct.
Always use wheels with TPM electronics. Other-
wise, the system may malfunction.
Each time a tire inflation pressure has
been corrected or a wheel or tire has been
changed, reset the system.<
System limitations
TPM cannot warn you in advance of sud-
d e n s e v e r e t i r e d a m a g e c a u s e d b y o u t s i d e
influences.<
The system does not work correctly if it has not
been reset; for example, a flat tire may be indi-
cated even though the tire inflation pressures
are correct.
The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat
tire if a wheel without TPM electronics, such as a
compact spare wheel
*, has been mounted, or if
TPM is temporarily malfunctioning due to other
systems or devices using the same radio fre-
quency.
Resetting the system
Each time a tire inflation pressure has
been corrected or a wheel or tire has been
changed, reset the system.<
Using the button in the turn indicator
lever
1.Start the engine, but do not start driving.
2.Briefly press the button in the turn indicator
lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis-
played.
3.Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
4.Repeatedly press the button briefly until the
symbol for Tire Pressure Monitor and
"ACTIVE" are displayed.
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Airbags
The following airbags are located under the
marked covers:1Front airbags
2Side airbags in backrests
3Head airbags at the front and rear
Protective effect
Observe the instructions on page31 to
ensure the best possible personal pro-
tection.<
The front airbags help protect the driver and
front passenger by responding to frontal
impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro-
vide adequate restraint. When needed, the head
and side airbags help provide protection in the
event of side impact. The relevant side airbag
supports the side upper body area. The head air
bag supports the head.
The airbags are designed to not be triggered in
every type of collision, e.g. not in minor acci-
dents, certain rollover situations or rear impacts.
Do not apply adhesive materials to the
cover panels of the airbags, cover them or
modify them in any other way.
Keep the dashboard and window on the passen-
ger side free from obstruction, i.e. do not cover it
with adhesive film or coverings, and do not affix
any holders such as for a navigation device or a
mobile phone.
Do not attach seat covers, cushions or other
objects not specifically approved for seats with
integral side airbags to the front seats. Do not
hang items of clothing such as coats or jackets
over the backrests. Do not attempt to remove
the airbag retention system from the vehicle. Do
not modify the individual components of the
system or its wiring in any way. This includes the
upholstered covers on the steering wheel, instrument panel, seats and roof posts, as well as
the sides of the roof lining. Do not attempt to
remove or dismantle the steering wheel.
Do not touch the individual components imme-
diately after the system has been triggered,
because there is a danger of burns.
In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or
triggering of the airbag restraint system, have
the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of air-
bag generators executed only by a MINI dealer
or a workshop that works according to repair
procedures of the manufacturer of your MINI
with correspondingly trained personnel and has
the required explosives licenses. Otherwise,
unprofessional attempts to service the system
could lead to failure in an emergency or undes-
ired airbag activation, either of which could
result in personal injury.<
Warning notices and information about the air-
bags can also be found on the sun visors.
Automatic deactivation of the front
passenger airbags
An analysis of the impression in the front pas-
senger seat cushion determines whether and
how the seat is occupied. The front and side air-
bags for the front passenger are activated or
deactivated by the system accordingly.
Replacing components
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3.Pull off the cable connector 1, unlock the
bulb holder, arrow2, and remove it,
arrow3.
4.Screw out the respective bulb counter-
clockwise.
5.To insert the new bulb and reinstall the tail
lamp, proceed in reverse order.
Rear fog lamp*
21 watt bulb, P 21 W
The rear fog lamp is located in the left tail
lamp, refer to Tail lamps page117.<
License plate lamps
5 watt bulb, C 5 W
1.Using a screwdriver, push the lamp to the
left in the tab of the lamp housing, arrow1.
2.Remove the lamp, arrow 2.
3.Replace the bulb.
4.Insert the lamp.
Center brake lamp
This lamp uses LED technology for operation. In
the event of a malfunction, contact your MINI
dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the spec-
ifications of your MINI manufacturer.
Repairing a flat tire
Safety measures in the event of a break-
down:
Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving
traffic and switch on the hazard warning
flashers.
Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels
are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock. Engage the parking
brake and shift into 1st or reverse gear or place
the selector lever in position P.
All passengers should be outside the vehicle and
in a safe place, e.g. behind a guardrail.
Erect a warning triangle or warning flasher at the
appropriate distance if necessary. Comply with
all safety guidelines and regulations.<
In the event of a flat tire, different procedures
should be followed depending on the equip-
ment included in your vehicle:
>MINI Mobility System, refer to the following
section
>Run-flat tires, page103
>Tire change with space-saver spare tire,
page121
MINI Mobility System with onboard
vehicle tool kit and tire change set*
Preparations
Use of the MINI Mobility System may be ineffec-
tive if the tire puncture measures approx. 1/8 in/
4 mm or more. Contact the nearest MINI dealer
if the tire cannot be made drivable with the
Mobility System.
Do not remove foreign bodies which have pen-
etrated the tire if possible.
Follow the instructions on using the Mobil-
ity System found on the compressor and
the sealant bottle.<
Remove the adhesive label for the speed limit
from the sealant bottle and affix it to the steer-
ing wheel.
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Changing wheels
Space-saver spare tire*
To change a space-saver spare tire, proceed as
follows:
>Remove the space-saver spare tire,
page121
>Prepare for tire change, page121
>Jack up vehicle, page122
>Mount space-saver spare tire, page122
>Tighten lug bolts, page122
>Drive with space-saver spare tire, page121
Tire change set for a space-saver
spare tire*
In vehicles with the space-saver spare tire, the
tire change set with the onboard vehicle tool kit
is located beneath the floor mat or level load
floor in the cargo bay.
1Folding chock and cover for defective wheel
2Vehicle jack
3Wheel stud wrench
4Hub cover remover
5Flat screwdriver/Phillips screwdriver
6Torx insert bit for screwdriver
7Towing eyelet
The onboard vehicle tool kit includes a pouch
with a plastic bag in which you can place the
damaged wheel.
Removing the space-saver spare tire
The space-saver spare tire is located under the
tire change set in the cargo bay.
1.Fold up the floor mat.
2.Unscrew the nut, arrow, and remove the
space-saver spare tire.
Driving with the space-saver spare tire
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Changes may
occur in vehicle handling such as lower track sta-
bility during braking, longer braking distances
and changes in self-steering properties when
close to the handling limit. These properties are
more noticeable with winter tires.<
Only one space-saver spare tire may be
mounted at one time. Mount a wheel and
tire of the original size as soon as possible, to
avoid any safety risks.<
Check the tire inflation pressure at the ear-
liest opportunity and correct it if neces-
sary. Replace the defective tire as soon as possi-
ble and have the new wheel/tire assembly
balanced.<
Preparing for a tire change
Observe the safety precautions regarding
flat tires on page118.<
Additional safety measures when chang-
ing tires:
Only change the tire when parked on a surface
that is level, firm and not slippery.
The vehicle or the jack could slip sideways on
soft or slippery support surfaces, such as snow,
ice, flagstones, etc.
Giving and receiving assistance
126
Access to screw thread
Push out the cover of the towing eye out of the
recess in the bumper.
Front
Rear
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on,
refer to page40; otherwise, the low
beams, tail lamps, turn signal indicators and
windshield wipers may be unavailable. Do not
tow the vehicle with just the rear axle raised, as
this would allow the steering to turn. <
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 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 Clubman transported with a tow
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, dam-
age may result.<
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Bottle holders, refer to
Cupholders81
Brake Assist58
Brake fluid, refer to Service
requirements53
Brake lamps
– replacing bulbs117
Brake pads, breaking in84
Brake rotors85
– brakes84
– breaking in84
Brake system84
– breaking in84
– disc brakes85
– MINI Maintenance
System108
Brakes
– ABS58
– breaking in84
– MINI Maintenance
System108
– parking brake41
– service requirements53
Brakes, refer to Braking
safely85
Breakdown service, refer to
Roadside Assistance124
Break-in period84
Breaking in the clutch84
Bulb changing, refer to Lamps
and bulbs114
Button for starting the
engine40
Buttons on the steering
wheel11
C
California Proposition 65
warning5
Can holders, refer to
Cupholders81
Capacities144
Car battery, refer to Vehicle
battery123
Car care110
Car key, refer to Keys/remote
controls20Car phone
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest79
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Car wash, care110
Car washes110
Care110
– car washes110
– car-care products110
– CD/DVD drives113
– external110
– high-pressure washers111
– internal112
– leather112
– manual washing111
– upholstery and fabrics112
– windows111
– wiper blades111
Cargo area
– capacity144
Cargo bay86
– Comfort Access28
– doors, refer to Splitdoor25
– lamp70
– opening from outside26
– trunk lid, refer to Splitdoor25
Cargo bay doors, refer to
Splitdoor25
Cargo bay, expanding86
Cargo bay lamp70
Cargo bay partition net, refer
to Partition net87
Cargo loading87
– securing cargo88
– stowing cargo88
– vehicle86
Cargo, securing88
Carpets, care112
Catalytic converter, refer to
Hot exhaust system84
Center armrest79
Center brake lamp118
Center console, refer to
Around the center
console14Central locking system21
– Comfort Access27
– from inside24
– from outside21
Changing bulbs114
Changing wheels121
Chassis number, refer to
Engine compartment106
Check Control55
Child restraint systems37
Child seats37
Child-restraint fixing system
LATCH38
Chrome parts, care111
Chrome parts, refer to
Care110
Cigarette lighter81
Cleaning headlamps46
– washer fluid47
Clock49
– 12h/24h mode52
– setting time55
Closing
– from inside24
– from outside21
Clothes hooks80
Clubdoor25
Cockpit10
Cold start, refer to Starting the
engine41
Comfort Access27
– replacing the battery29
Comfort access
– what to observe before
entering a car wash28
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console14
Compartment for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock40
Computer50
Condensation, refer to When
the vehicle is parked85
Condition Based Service
CBS108
Configuring settings, refer to
Personal Profile20
Confirmation signals for
vehicle locking/unlocking22
From A to Z
150
Glove compartment78
Grills, refer to Air vents72
Gross vehicle weight, refer to
Weights144
H
Halogen lamps
– replacing bulb115
Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake41
Hands-free system14
Hazard warning flashers14
Head airbags65
Head restraints33
– sitting safely31
Headlamp control,
automatic67
Headlamp flasher44
– indicator lamp11,128
Headlamps
– replacing bulb115
Headlamps, care111
Heated
– mirrors35
– rear window73,75
– seats34
Heating72
– mirrors35
– rear window73,75
– seats34
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing
cargo88
Height adjustment
– seats32
– steering wheel36
Height, refer to
Dimensions143
High beams69
– headlamp flasher69
– indicator lamp128
– replacing bulb115
High water, refer to Driving
through water85
Hill Assist59
Hills85
Holders for cups81
Homepage4Horn10
Hot exhaust system84
Hydroplaning84
I
Ice warning49
Icy roads, refer to Outside
temperature warning49
Ignition40
– switched off40
– switched on40
Ignition key position 1, refer to
Radio readiness40
Ignition key position 2, refer to
Ignition on40
Ignition key, refer to
Integrated key/remote
control20
Ignition lock40
Imprint2
Indicator and warning
lamps13,128
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM63
Indicator lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting70
Individual air distribution74
Individual settings, refer to
Personal Profile20
Inflation pressure monitoring,
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM62
Initializing
– Flat Tire Monitor FTM60
– glass sunroof, electric30
Instrument cluster, refer to
Displays12
Instrument lighting70
Instrument panel, refer to
Cockpit10
Instrument panel, refer to
Displays12
Integrated key20
Integrated universal remote
control77
Interior lamps70
– remote control23Interior rearview mirror35
– automatic dimming
feature35
Interlock42
Intermittent mode of the
wipers45
Internet page4
J
Jacking points122
Jets, refer to Window washer
nozzles47
Jumpering, refer to Jump-
starting124
Jump-starting124
K
Key Memory, refer to Personal
Profile20
Key, refer to Keys/remote
controls20
Keyless go, refer to Comfort
Access27
Keyless opening and closing,
refer to Comfort Access27
Kickdown43
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic43
Knock control95
L
Lamps and bulbs, replacing
bulbs114
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/
Low beams67
Lashing eyes, refer to Securing
cargo88
LATCH child-restraint fixing
system38
Leather care112
LEDs light-emitting diodes115
Length, refer to
Dimensions143
Level load floor87
License plate lamp
– bulb replacement118
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Light switch67
Light-alloy wheels, care112
Light-emitting diodes
LEDs115
Lighter81
– socket81
Lighting
– lamps and bulbs114
– of the instruments70
– of vehicle, refer to Lamps67
Limit138
Load87
Load securing equipment,
refer to Securing cargo88
Lock buttons of doors, refer to
Locking24
Locking
– adjusting confirmation
signal22
– from inside24
– from outside22
– without remote control, refer
to Comfort Access27
Locking and unlocking doors
– confirmation signals22
– from inside24
– from outside21
Low beams67
– automatic67
– replacing bulb115
Lower back support, refer to
Lumbar support32
Luggage compartment doors,
refer to Splitdoor25
Luggage compartment
partition net, refer to
Partition net87
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack89
Lumbar support32
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires104
Maintenance, refer to Service
Booklet
Maintenance system108Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control55
Manual air distribution74
Manual mode
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic43
Manual operation
– door lock24
– fuel filler flap94
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission44
Manual transmission42
Manual washing111
Master key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control20
Maximum cooling75
Maximum speed
– with winter tires104
Medical assistance, refer to
First aid pouch124
Microfilter
– for air conditioner74
– for automatic climate
control76
– MINI Maintenance
System108
Microfilter/activated-charcoal
filter
– MINI Maintenance
System108
Microphone for telephone14
MINI Internet page4
MINI Maintenance System108
Mirror dimming feature35
Mirrors35
– exterior mirrors35
– heating35
– interior rearview mirror35
Mobile phone
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest79
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Mobile phone, installation
location, refer to Center
armrest79
Mobile phone, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Mobility System118Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety5
Monitoring system for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor60
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher44
– refer to Wiper system45
Multifunctional steering
wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel11
N
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints33
Nets, refer to Storage
compartments80
New tires103
Number of cylinders, refer to
Engine data142
Nylon rope, refer to Tow
rope126
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket for
Onboard Diagnosis108
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications95
Odometer49
Oil consumption106
Oil level106
Oil, refer to Engine oil106
Oil types107
Old batteries, refer to
Disposal123
Onboard vehicle tool kit114
Opening and closing
– Comfort Access27
– from inside24
– from outside21
– using the door lock24
– via the remote control21
Opening and unlocking
– from inside24
Opening/closing the
splitdoor26