2011 MINI Clubman width

Wheels and tiresMOBILITY
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MINI John Cooper Works Clubman tire inflation pressures
Tire coding
Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire
makes it easier to identify and choose the right
tires.
Tire size
Speed letter
Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h
Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa
Speeds up to a max. of
100 mph /160 km/h Speeds including those
exceeding
100 mph / 160 km/h
All pressure specifications in the
table are indicated in psi/kilopas-
cal with cold tires. Cold = ambient
temperature
185/50 R 17 86 H M+S XL RSC
205/45 R 17 84 V M+S RSC
205/45 R 17 84 W RSC 38/260 38/260 39/270 45/310
205/40 R 18 82 W RSC 41/280 41/280 42/290 48/330
More details on the perm issible load and weights can be found on page 178.
e.g.
Nominal width in mm
Aspect ratio in Ξ
Radial belt construction
Rim diameter in inches
Load rating,
not on ZR tires
Speed code letter,
in front of the R on ZR tires225/45 R 17 91 V

MOBILITYWheels and tires
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Tire Identification Number
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the
US Department of Transportation.
DOT code:
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Tread wear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades
Tread wear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B CAll passenger car tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition
to these grades. <
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half (1 γ) times as
well on the government co urse as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditio ns of their use, how-
ever, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test sur-
faces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not incl ude acceleration, corner-
ing, hydroplaning, or pe ak traction characteris-
tics. <
Temperature
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor labo ratory test wheel. Sus-
tained high temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corre sponds to a level of
performance which all pa ssenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent lev-
els of performance on the laboratory test wheel
that exceed the minimum required by law.
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overlo aded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either sep-
arately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure. <
RSC - run-flat tires*
You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular
symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of
the tire, page 134.
For instance:
Manufacturer's
code for tire make
Tire size and tire design
Tire ageDOT xxxx xxx 0211

MOBILITYCare
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Care
Car-care products
Regular cleaning and care helps to maintain the
value of your MINI.
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends
using manufacturer-approved products to clean
and care for your vehicle.
Your MINI dealer would be pleased to advise
you on cleaning and care products and services
for your MINI.The ingredients of original MINI Care Prod-
ucts have been tested, and the products
have been tested in the laboratory and in prac-
tice. They offer optimum care and protection for
your vehicle. <
Do not use any cleansers containing alco-
hol or solvents as these may cause dam-
age. <
Cleaning agents may contain hazardous
or health-damaging substances. Follow
the warning and hazard instructions on the
packaging. For interior cleaning, always open
the doors or windows of the vehicle.
Do not use any products that are not intended
for cleaning the vehicle. <
External care
Washing your vehicle
Especially during the winter months the
vehicle should be frequently washed. Dirt
and road salt can damage the vehicle. <
After washing the vehicle, apply the
brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise,
water can reduce braking efficiency over the
short term and the brake rotors can corrode. <
Car washes
Preference should be given to cloth car washes. Do not use automatic high-pressure car
washes; otherwise, water may drip into
the vehicle around the windows. <
Before driving in to the car wash, check if the sys-
tem is suitable for your MINI. Observe the fol-
lowing points:
> Vehicle dimensions, page 177
> If necessary: fold in the outside mirrors,
page 36
> Maximum permissible tire width
Avoid car washes with tracks higher than
4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the chassis could
be damaged. <
Preparations for driving into the car wash:
> Unscrew the rod antenna.
> Deactivate the rain sensor
* to prevent unin-
tentional wiping.
> Deactivate the rear window wiper
* and pro-
tect it from damage. Ask the car wash oper-
ator about measures that can be taken to
protect the wipers.
> Remove additional atta chments, e.g. spoil-
ers or telephone antennas, if there is a pos-
sibility that they could be damaged.
> Inserting the remote control into the ignition
lock.
Automatic transmission
Before driving into the car wash, make sure that
the vehicle can roll:
1.Place the remote control, even with Comfort
Access, in the ignition lock.
2. Move the selector le ver to position N.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Switch off the engine.
5. Insert the remote control in the ignition lock
so that the vehicle can roll.

REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
190
Tow rope159
Towing 158
– car with automatic transmission 159
– methods 159
Tow-starting 158
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure
Monitor 65
Track width, refer to Dimension 177
Traction control, refer to
– Dynamic Stability Control DSC 61
Transmission
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 43
– manual transmission 43
– overriding selector lever lock for automatic transmission
with Steptronic 45
Transport securing devices, refer to Securing cargo 95
Transporting children safely 38
Tread depth, refer to Minimum tire tread 133
Trip odometer 51
Trip-distance counter, refer to Trip odometer 51
Triple turn si gnal activation 46
Turn signal 46
– front, replacing bulb 149
– indicator lamp 12
– rear, replacing bulb 150
– side, replacing bulb 150
Turning circle, refer to Dimensions 177
Tying down load s, refer to
Cargo loading 95
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
UTQR 132
Units
– average fuel consumption 55
– temperature 55 Universal garage-door opener,
refer to Integrated universal
remote control 83
Universal remote control 83
Unlatching, refer to Unlocking 28
Unlocking
– from inside 25
– from outside 21
– liftgate 29
– without remote control, refer
to Comfort Access 28
Upholstery, care 144
USB audio interface 107
V
Vehicle
– battery155
– breaking in 90
– cargo loading 92
– dimensions 177
– identification number, refer to Engine compartment 137
– parking 42
– storage 145
– weight 178
Vehicle jack 146
– jacking points 154
Ventilation
– air conditioner 82
Vents, refer to Air vents 78
Vents, refer to Ventilation 82
Voice commands
– telephone 120
Voice phone book 121
Volume
– bell 100
– mobile phone 117
– PDC 100
– setting speed- dependent 100
Volume of cargo area 178
W
Warning and indicator
lamps 13,161
Warning messages, refer to Check Control 58
Warning triangle 157
Washer fluid 49
– capacity of reservoir 49
Washer fluid reservoir 49
Waste tray, refer to Ashtray 87
Water on roads, refer to Driving through water 91
Waterfall lighti ng, refer to
Ambient lighting 77
Wear indicators in tires, refer to
Minimum tread depth 133
Weights 178
Welcome lamps 72
Wheel stud wrench
– space-saver spare tire 146
Wheelbase, refer to
Dimensions 177
Wheels and tires 128
Wheels, new 134
Width, refer to Dimensions 177
Window washer, refer to
Washer fluid 49
Window washer reservoir,
refer to Washer fluid
– volume, refer to Capacities 179
Window washer system 47
– washer fluid 49
– washer jets 48
Windows 30
– closing 31
– convenient operation 22
– opening 31
– pinch protection system 31
Windshield
– cleaning 48
– defrosting and removing condensation 80,82