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Stowing Mobility System
1.Unscrew filler hose 2 of the sealant bottle
from the wheel.
2. Unscrew connecting hose of the
compressor 6 from the sealant bottle.
3. Connect the filler hose 2 of the sealant bot-
tle to the unoccupied connection on the
sealant bottle.
This prevents the rest of the sealant from
escaping from the bottle.
4. Wrap the empty sealant bottle in suitable
material to avoid dirtying the cargo area.
5. Stow Mobility System back in the vehicle.
Distributing the sealant
Immediate drive approx. 3.1 miles/5 km so that
the sealant evenly distributes itself.
Do not exceed speeds of 50 mph/
80 km/h.
If possible, do not drop below 10 mph/
20 km/h.<
Adjusting the tire pressure
1. After driving approx. 3.1 miles/5 km or
10 minutes, stop at a suitable location.
2. Screw the connection hose 6 of the com-
pressor directly onto the tire valve.
3. Insert the plug 5 into the power socket in
the vehicle interior.
4. Correct inflation pressu re to 26 psi/180 kPa.
With the engine running:
> To increase the inflatio n pressure: switch on
the compressor. To check the current infla-
tion pressure, switch off the compressor.
Do not run the compressor for longer
than 10 minutes; otherwise, the
device will overheat and possibly be dam-
aged. <
> To decrease the inflation pressure: press the
release button 9. If the tire cannot ma
intain the inflation
pressure, drive the vehicle again, refer to
Distributing the sealan t. Then repeat steps
1to4.
If an inflation pressure of 26 psi/180 kPa still
cannot be reached, the tire is too heavily dam-
aged. Contact the nearest MINI dealer. <
Driving on
Do not exceed the permitted maximum
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h; doing so may
result in an accident.<
Replace the defective tire as soon as possible
and have the new wheel/tire assembly bal-
anced.
Have the Mobility System refilled.
Changing wheels
Run-flat tires*
Tire change for run-flat tires:
> Prepare for tire change, page 154
> Jack up vehicle, page 154
> Tighten lug bolts, page 155
Space-saver spare tire*
Tire change with space-saver spare tire:
>Remove the space-saver spare tire,
page 154
> Prepare for tire change, page 154
> Jack up vehicle, page 154
> Mount space-saver spare tire, page 155
> Tighten lug bolts, page 155
> Drive with space-saver spare tire, page 154
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Removing the space-saver spare tire
The space-saver spare tire is located under the
tire change set in the cargo area.
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 br aking, 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 page 151.< Additional safety measures when chang-
ing tires:
Only change the tire wh en 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.
Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a
support base for the jack, as this would prevent
it from extending to its full support height and
reduce its load-carrying capacity.
Do not lie under the vehicle or start the engine
when the vehicle is supported by the jack; other-
wise, there is a risk of fatal injury. <
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 sl ope, 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. <
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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.
2. During jacking up, insert the jack head in the
square recess of the jacking point.
3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are
changing is raised off the ground.
Mounting the space-saver spare tire
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.
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 func tions may not be fully
available. <
After a battery replacement, have the battery
registered on the vehicle by your dealer to
ensure that all comfort functions are fully avail-
able.
Charging the battery
Only charge the battery in the vehicle when the
engine is off. Connection s, refer to Jump-start-
ing on page 157.
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 se ttings are also lost and
must be reprogrammed:
Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
189
Steering wheel37
– adjustment 37
– buttons on steering wheel 11
– lock 41
– shift paddles 45
Steptronic, refer to Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 43
Storage area
– cargo area 92
Storage compartment, front passenger side 86
Storage compartments 86
Storage space
– storage compartments 86
Storing the vehicle 145
Storing tires 135
Stowage, refer to Storage compartments 86
Summer tires, re fer to Wheels
and tires 128
Switches, refer to Cockpit 10
Switching off
– engine 42
Switching off the engine
– Start/Stop button 41
Switching on
– CD player 100,105
– Radio MINI Boost CD 100
Switching the cooling function
on and off 82
Symbols 4
T
Tachometer 51
Tail lamp, refer to Tail lamps 150
– replacing bulb 150
Tail lamps 150
Tank volume, refer to Capacities 179
Technical data 176
Technical modifications 5Telephone
112
– hands-free system 120
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 85
– refer to separate Owner's Manual
– voice commands 120
Telephone call, refer to the Owner's Manual for the
telephone
Temperature display
– setting the units 55
Temperature of coolant, refer
to Coolant temperature 139
Temperature setting
– air conditioner 79
– automatic climate control 81
Tempomat, refer to Cruise control 49
Tensioning straps, refer to Securing cargo 95
The individual vehicle 4
Third brake lamp, refer to Center brake lamp 151
Three-point safety belt 35
Tightening the lug bolts
– keys 146
– torque 155
Tightening torque, refer to Tightening lug bolts 155
Time
– setting 101
Tire change set
– space-saver spare tire 146
Tire failure
– Flat Tire Monitor 64
– indicator/warning lamp 64
– MINI Mobility System 151
– run-flat tires 65
– space-saver spare tire 153
– Tire Pressure Monitor 65
Tire inflation pressure 128
– loss 64
– space-saver spare tire 128Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
65
– limitations of system 66
– resetting system 66
– warning lamp 66
Tire pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 63
Tire Quality Grading 132
Tires
– age 133
– breaking in 90
– changi
ng, refe r to Changing
wheels 153
– condition 133
– damage 133
– inflation pressure 128
– inflation pressure loss 66
– minimum tread depth 133
– new tires 134
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Flat Tire Monitor 63
– pressure monitoring, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 65
– puncture 64
– size 131
– wear indicators, refer to Minimum tread depth 133
– winter tires 135
– with emergency operation properties 134
Tires with emergency operation properties, refer to
Run-flat tires 134
Tires with safety features, refer
to Run-flat tires 134
Tone
– middle setting 101
Tone control 101
Tools, refer to Onboard vehicle
toolkit 146
Torque 176
– lug bolts 155
Tow bar 159
Tow fitting 159
– screw thread 159
Tow fittings for tow-starting and towing away 159