CONTROLSControls overview
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Controls overview
Tachometer
Never operate the engine with the needle in the
red overspeed zone of the gauge. In this range,
the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the
engine.
Displays in tachometer
1Current vehicle speed
2 Odometer, trip odometer, outside tempera-
ture display
3 Resetting the trip odometer
Odometer and trip odometer
Resetting the trip odometer
With the ignition switched on, press knob 3 in
the tachometer.
Units of measure
Select the respective unit s of measure, miles or
km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for the
outside temperature, page 60.
Fuel gauge
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 13.2 US gal/50 liters.
You can find information on refueling on
page 188.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period,
when you are driving in mountainous areas, for
example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly.
The arrow next to the gas pump symbol of the
fuel gauge points toward the side of the vehicle
with the fuel filler flap.
Reserve
Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone
of approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 liters the remaining
indicator lamps change from orange to red,
arrow, and a message is displayed briefly on the
Control Display. The tachometer
displays the
remaining cruising range. When the range is less
than approx. 30 miles/50 km, the message
remains in the Control Display.
MOBILITYRefueling
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Refueling
Switch off the engine before refueling;
otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the
tank and a message will be displayed. <
Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when
handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con-
tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak
and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the
event of an accident. <
Fuel filler flap
Opening
1.Open the fuel filler flap.
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Closing
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.
Do not pinch the band attached to the
cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapors can escape. A message
will be displayed if the fuel cap is loose or miss-
ing. <
Manually releasing the fuel filler flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
manually release the fuel filler flap:
Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump sym-
bol; the fuel filler flap opens.
Observe the following when refueling
Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when
handling fuel; otherwise, there is a danger of
personal injury an d property damage. <
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe . Avoid lifting the filler
nozzle while filling the tank, as that would lead
to
> Premature pump shutoff
> Reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-
ery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
If the range displayed is less than
30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other-
wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and
damage could occur. <
Approx. 13.2 US gal/50 liters, including the
reserve capacity of 2.1 US gal/8 liters.
CareMOBILITY
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Steam jets/high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, make sure that you maintain suf-
ficient distance from the vehicle and do not
exceed a maximum temperature of 140 7/
60 6 .
If the distance is too close, the pressure too high,
or the temperature too high, parts of the vehicle
can be damaged, or water can penetrate.
Observe the operating in structions for high-
pressure washers. <
Do not spray sensors such as the Park
Distance Control with high-pressure
washers for a long time or at a distance of less
than 1 ft/30 cm. <
Manual washing
Use a great deal of water and, if necessary, car
shampoo when washing your car by hand. Clean
the vehicle with a spon ge or a washing brush
applying a slight amount of pressure.
Before cleaning the windshield, deacti-
vate the rain sensor or turn off the ignition
to prevent unintentional wiping. <
Observe local regulati ons regarding wash-
ing vehicles by hand. <
Headlamps
Do not wipe dry and do not use abrasive or cor-
rosive cleaning agents. Remove dirt and con-
tamination, such as inse cts, by soaking with
shampoo and then washing with plenty of
water.
Do not remove accumula ted ice and snow with
an ice scraper; use window deicers instead.
Windows
Clean the outside and inside of the windows and
mirrors with a window cleaner.
Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners
containing quartz. <
Wiper blades
Clean with soapy water an d change regularly to
prevent the formation of streaks.
Wax, preservatives and dirt on the win-
dows cause streaks when the windshield
wipers are on, and can cause premature wear of
the wiper blades and interfere with the rain sen-
sor. <
Paintwork, care
Regular care helps your vehicle retain its value
and protects the pain t from the long-term
effects of aggressive substances.
In some regions, envi ronmental factors can
affect the vehicl e paintwork and damage it. It is
therefore important to adjust the frequency and
extent of vehicle ca re correspondingly.
Immediately remove aggr essive materials such
as spilled fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid, tree sap or
bird droppings to preven t damage to the paint-
work.
Removing paintwork damage
Depending on the severity of the damage,
immediately repair stone damage or
scratches to prevent rusting. <
The manufacturer of the MINI recommends
repairing paint damage pr ofessionally according
to factory specifications with original MINI
paints.
Preservation
Preservation is necessary when water no longer
beads on the clean paint surface. To preserve
the paint, only use pres ervatives that contain
carnauba or synthetic waxes.
Rubber seals
Only treat with water or rubber care products.
Do not use silicon spra ys or other silicon-
containing care products on rubber seals;
otherwise, noise and damage could occur. <
Technical dataREFERENCE
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Capacities
US gal/US quartslitersNotes
Fuel tank13.2/– approx. 50 Fuel grade: page 189
including reserve of 2.1/– approx. 8
Window washer system incl.
headlamp washer system –/4.8 approx. 4.5 For more details: page 53
REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
246
P
Paintwork, care205
Park Distance Control PDC 68
Parking
– vehicle 47
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control PDC 68
Parking brake 48
– indicator lamp 13
Parking lamps, replacing bulb 211
Parking lamps/low beams 81
Parts and accessories, refer to Your individual vehicle 4
Pathway lighting 81
Personal Profile 26
Phone numbers
– dialing 157,170
Pinch protection system
– windows 36
Plastic parts, care 206
Pollen
– refer to Microfilter for air conditioner 87
– refer to Microfilter/activated- charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 89
Power failure 217
Power windows 36
Power windows, refer to Windows 35
Pressure monitoring of tires,
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 74
Pressure moni toring, tires71
– Flat Tire Monitor 71
Pressure, tires 190
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection system
– windows 36
Puncture
– Flat Tire Monitor 71
R
Radio
– controls130
– HD Radio 133
– satellite radio 134
– select waveband 132
– storing stations 133
– switching on/off 130
– tone control 131
– volume 130
Radio key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 26
Radio position, refer to Radio readiness 46
Radio readiness 46
– switched off 47
– switched on 46
Rain sensor 52
Random play sequence
– external devices 145
Range, refer to Cruising
range 57
Reading aloud 183
Reading lamps 84
Rear door, re fer to Club
Door 30
Rear doors, refer to Split Rear
Barn Doors 31
Rear double doors, refer to
Split Rear Barn Doors 31
Rear fog lamp 83
– indicator lamp 13
– replacing bulb 212
Rear lamps
– bulb replacement 212
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 212
Rear seat back rest, folding100
Rear seats
– folding down the backrests 100
Rear window defroster 86,88
Rearview mirror, refer to Mirrors 41 Reception
– quality
133
– radio station 133
Recirculated-air mode 86,88
Recirculation of air, refer to Recirculated-air
mode 86,88
Reclining seat , refer to
Backrest 38
Refueling 188
Releasing
– hood 198
Reminders 183
Rem
ote control 26
– battery renewal 34
– Comfort Access 33
– garage door opener 90
– malfunctions 29,34
– service data 202
– Split Rear Barn Doors 28
Replacement remote control 26
Replacing bulbs, refer to Lamps and bulbs 209
Replacing tires, refer to New
wheels and tires 196
Reporting safety defects 6
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel
gauge 56
Reservoir for washer
systems 53
Reset, refer to Resetting tone settings 131
Restraint systems
– for children 43
– refer to Safety belts 40
Reverse
– CD player 141
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 49
– manual transmission 48
Road map 120
Roadside Assistance 219
Roadside parking lamps 83
– replacing bulb 211