2010 MINI Clubman tires

Wheels and tires
104
When properly used, these tires meet the high-
est standards in terms of safety and handling
characteristics.
Run-flat tires*
When mounting new tires or changing over from
summer to winter tires and vice versa, mount
run-flat tires for your own safety. Keep in mind
that no space-saver spare tire is available in the
event of a flat. Your MINI dealer will be glad to
advise you.
Special characteristics of winter tires
The manufacturer of MINI recommends the use
of winter tires on snowy roads or if temperatures
drop below 457/ +76. Although all-season
M+S tires provide better winter traction than
summer tires, they generally fail to provide the
same levels of cold-weather performance as
winter tires.
Pay attention to speed
Always comply with the speed limit for the
winter tires mounted on your car; failure
to do so could result in tire damage and acci-
dents.<
If the car is capable of speeds higher than that
permitted for the winter tires, a label stating the
maximum permitted speed for the mounted
tires must be displayed in your field of view. Spe-
cialist tire dealers and your MINI dealer can sup-
ply these labels.
Storage
Always store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place
with as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-
sure indicated on the sidewall of the tire.
Swapping wheels among the axles
Depending on the individual use, front and rear
tires may exhibit different wear and tear.
In order to maintain an even wear and tear, the
wheels may be rotated between the axles. Your
MINI dealer will be glad to advise you.Always check the inflation pressure after the tire
rotation, if necessary change the pressure.
Snow chains*
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains have
been tested by the manufacturer of your MINI,
classified as road-safe and recommended. Con-
tact your MINI dealer for more details.
Only attach snow chains in pairs to the front
wheels with the following tires.
>175/65 R 15 M+S
>175/60 R 16 M+S
John Cooper Works:
>185/50 R 17 86 H M+S XL RSC
Observe the manufacturer's instructions when
mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed
of 30 mph or 50 km/h.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if
snow chains are mounted; otherwise, the
instrument might issue an incorrect reading.
When driving with snow chains, it can be useful
to briefly deactivate the DSC or activate the DTC,
refer to page59.<

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.

From A to Z
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From A to Z
INDEX
A
Accessories, refer to Your
individual vehicle4
Activated-charcoal filter for
automatic climate control76
Additives
– coolant107
– engine oil107
Adjusting temperature inside
the car, refer to Air
conditioner73
Adjusting temperature inside
the car, refer to Automatic
climate control74
Air conditioner72
Air conditioning mode
– air conditioner73
– automatic climate control74
– ventilation76
Air distribution
– automatic75
– individual74
– manual74
Air flow rate73,74
– air conditioning system73
– automatic climate control74
– heating, ventilation73
Air outlets, refer to Air vents72
Air pressure, checking, refer to
Tire inflation pressure96
Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode73,75
Air supply
– air conditioner73
– automatic climate control74
– ventilation76
Air vents72
Airbags65
– sitting safely31
– warning lamp66Airing, refer to Ventilation76
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications95
Alarm system26
All-season tires, refer to Winter
tires104
Ambient air, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode73,75
Ambient lighting71
Antenna, care110
Antifreeze
– coolant107
– washer fluid47
Antilock Brake System ABS58
Anti-theft alarm system, refer
to Alarm system26
Anti-theft system
21
Approved axle loads, refer to
Weights144
Approved engine oils107
Approved gross vehicle
weight, refer to Weights144
Armrest, refer to Center
armrest79
Ashtray81
Assistant systems, refer to
– Dynamic Stability Control
DSC58
Audio device, external79
AUTO program for automatic
climate control75
Automatic
– air distribution75
– air flow rate75
– cruise control47
– headlamp control67
Automatic climate control72
– automatic air distribution75Automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
– interlock42
– overriding selector lever
lock44
– shiftlock42
– sport program43
AUX-IN, refer to External audio
device79
Average fuel consumption50
– setting the units52
Average speed50
Axle loads, refer to
Weights144
B
Background lighting, refer to
Ambient lighting71
Backrests, refer to Seats31
Backup lamps
– replacing bulb117
Band-aids, refer to First aid
pouch124
Bar, refer to Tow-starting,
towing away126
Battery123
– charging123
– disposal29,123
– jump-starting124
– temporary power failure123
Battery renewal
– remote control29
Being towed126
Belt tensioner, refer to Safety
belts34
Belts, refer to Safety belts34
Beverage holders, refer to
Cupholders81
Blower, refer to Air flow
rate73,74
Bonnet105

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Engine
– breaking in84
– data142
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature49
– speed142
– starting41
– starting, Comfort Access27
– switching off41
Engine compartment106
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant107
Engine oil
– adding107
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils107
– alternative oil types107
– approved engine oils107
– capacity107
– checking level106
– dipstick106
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements53
– MINI Maintenance
System108
Engine oil level, checking106
Engine output, refer to Engine
data142
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine41
Error messages, refer to Check
Control55
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC58
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system84
Exterior mirrors35
– adjusting35
– automatic heating35
– folding in and out35
External audio device79
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away125
– for tying down loads88F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control55
Failure of an electrical
consumer123
Fasten safety belts reminder,
refer to Seat belt
reminder34
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts34
Filter
– microfilter for air
conditioner74
– microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control76
Fine wood, care112
First aid pouch124
Fixture for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock40
Flash when locking/
unlocking22
Flat tire
– run-flat tires103
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM62
Flat Tire Monitor FTM60
– indicating a flat tire61
– initializing the system60
– snow chains60
– system limits60
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition102
Floor mats, care112
Floor plate, refer to Level load
floor87
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb116,118
Folding rear seat backrest86
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely85
Footwell lamps70
For your own safety5
Front airbags65
Front fog lamps69
– indicator lamp128
– replacing bulb116Front seat adjustment31
Frost on windows, refer to
Defrosting windows74,75
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor60
Fuel95
– gauge50
– high-quality brands95
– quality95
– specifications95
– tank capacity144
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Fuel filler flap94
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction94
Fuses123
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control77
Gasoline
– refer to Average
consumption50
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Gasoline, refer to Required
fuel95
Gear indicator
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
Gear shifting
– automatic transmission42
– manual transmission42
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
– manual transmission42
General driving notes84
Glass sunroof, electric29
– convenient operation22,24
– opening, closing29
– raising29
– remote control22

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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

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Outlets
– refer to Ventilation76
Outlets, refer to Air vents72
Output, refer to Engine
data142
Outside temperature
display49
– changing unit of measure52
– on onboard computer52
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control75
Overheated engine, refer to
Coolant temperature49
P
Paintwork, care111
Park Distance Control PDC57
Parking
– vehicle41
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control PDC57
Parking brake41
Parking lamps, replacing
bulb116
Parking lamps/low beams67
Partition net87
Parts and accessories, refer to
Your individual vehicle4
Pathway lighting67
Personal Profile20
Pinch protection system
– windows30
Plastic parts, care112
Pollen
– refer to Microfilter for air
conditioner74
– refer to Microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control76
Power failure123
Power windows30
Power windows, refer to
Windows30
Pressure monitoring of tires,
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM62
Pressure monitoring, tires60
– Flat Tire Monitor60Pressure, tires96
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection system
– windows30
Puncture
– Flat Tire Monitor60
R
Radio key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control20
Radio position, refer to Radio
readiness40
Radio readiness40
– switched off40
– switched on40
Rain sensor46
Range, refer to Cruising
range50
Reading lamps70
Rear door, refer to
Clubdoor25
Rear doors, refer to
Splitdoor25
Rear double doors, refer to
Splitdoor25
Rear fog lamp70
– indicator lamp128
– replacing bulb118
Rear lamps
– bulb replacement117
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps117
Rear seat backrest, folding86
Rear seats
– folding the backrests86
Rear window heating73,75
Rearview mirror, refer to
Mirrors35
Recirculated-air mode73,75
Recirculation of air, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode73,75
Reclining seat, refer to
Backrest32
Refueling94Releasing
– bonnet105
Remote control20
– battery renewal29
– Comfort Access27
– garage door opener77
– malfunctions23,28
– service data108
– splitdoor23
Replacement remote
control20
Replacing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs114
Replacing tires, refer to New
wheels and tires103
Reporting safety defects6
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Reservoir for washer
systems
47
Restraint systems
– for children37
– refer to Safety belts34
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic43
– manual transmission42
Roadside Assistance124
Roadside parking lamps69
– replacing bulb116
Roadworthiness test, refer to
Service requirements53
Roof load capacity144
Roof-mounted luggage
rack89
Rope, refer to Tow-starting,
towing away126
RSC Runflat System
Component, refer to Run-flat
tires103
Rubber parts, care111
Runflat System Component
RSC, refer to Run-flat
tires103
Run-flat tires103
– flat tire61
– new tires103
– tire inflation pressure96
– winter tires104

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Runflat Tyres, refer to Run-flat
tires103
S
Safety belts34
– damage34
– indicator lamp34
– reminder34
– sitting safely31
Safety belts, care112
Safety systems
– airbags65
– Antilock Brake System
ABS58
– Dynamic Stability Control
DSC58
– safety belts34
Safety tires, refer to Run-flat
tires103
Screw thread for tow
fitting126
Seat adjustment
– mechanical32
Seats31
– adjusting the seats32
– heating34
– sitting safely31
Securing the vehicle
– from inside24
– from outside21
Selector lever
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
Selector lever lock
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic, refer to
Shiftlock42
– overriding manually44
Selector lever positions
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
Service car, refer to Roadside
Assistance124
Service data in the remote
control108Service Interval Display, refer
to Condition Based Service
CBS108
Service, refer to Roadside
Assistance124
Service requirement display,
refer to Condition Based
Service CBS108
Service requirements53
Settings
– clock, 12h/24h mode52
Shifting gears
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic43
– manual transmission42
Shiftlock
– automatic transmission, refer
to Changing selector lever
positions42
Side airbags65
Side door, rear, refer to
Clubdoor25
Side turn signal indicator
– replacing bulb117
Side windows, refer to
Windows30
Signal horn, refer to Horn10
Sitting safely
31
– airbags31
– safety belts31
– with head restraint31
Size, refer to Dimensions143
Sliding/tilt sunroof
– refer to Glass sunroof,
electric29
Slot for remote control40
Smokers' package, refer to
Ashtray81
Snap-in adapter, refer to
Center armrest storage
compartment79
Snow chains104
Socket for Onboard Diagnosis
OBD108
Socket, refer to Connecting
electrical appliances81Space-saver spare tire
– changing tires121
– inflation pressure96
Spare wheel, refer to Space-
saver spare tire121
Special oils, refer to Approved
engine oils107
Speed142
– with winter tires104
Speed control, refer to Cruise
control47
Speedometer12
Split rear seat backrest, refer to
Expanding the cargo bay86
Splitdoor25
– opening from outside26
– unlocking with remote
control23
Sport button60
Stability control, refer to
Driving stability control
systems57
Start/stop button40
– starting the engine41
– switching off the engine41
Starting assistance, refer to
Jump-starting124
Starting, refer to Starting the
engine41
Starting the engine
– start/stop button40
Start-off assistance, refer to
– DSC58
– Hill Assist59
Status of this Owner's Manual
at time of printing4
Steering wheel36
– adjustment36
– buttons on steering wheel11
– lock40
– shift paddles43
Steptronic, refer to Automatic
transmission with
Steptronic
42
Storage area
– cargo bay86