2011 MINI Countryman hood open

CONTENTS
The fastest way to find information on a particu-
lar topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page236.
Notes
4 General information
6 Reporting safety defects
AT A GLANCE
10Cockpit
16 On-board computer
20 Letters and numbers
21 Voice activation system
CONTROLS
26Opening and closing
37 Adjustments
43 Transporting children safely
46 Driving
55 Controls overview
66 Technology for drivin g comfort and safety
79 Lamps
83 Climate
88 Practical interior accessories
DRIVING TIPS
96Things to remember when driving
NAVIGATION
108Navigation system
109 Destination entry
118 Route guidance
126 What to do if…
ENTERTAINMENT
130On/Off and tone
132 Radio
140 CD player
142 External devices
Communications
154Hands-free device Bluetooth
163 Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth
176 Office
183 MINI Connected
MOBILITY
188Refueling
190 Wheels and tires
198 Under the hood
202 Maintenance
204 Care
208 Replacing components
218 Giving and receiving assistance
REFERENCE
224Technical data
227 Short commands for the voice activation
system
236 Everything from A to Z

CONTROLSOpening and closing
32
>LEDs pulse or LED flashes: system is armed.
> One LED flashes at short intervals:
A door, the hood or the liftgate is not prop-
erly closed. Even if these are not closed fully,
the remaining items ar e deadlocked and the
LEDs pulse after approx. 10 seconds for
approx. 16 minutes. Afterwards, one LED
flashes.
The interior movement detector is not acti-
vated.
> LEDs go out after the vehicle is unlocked:
No attempt was made to tamper with the
car.
> LEDs flash after unlocking until the key is
inserted in the ignition, but for no longer
than approx. 5 minutes: an attempt was
made to tamper with the car.
Tilt alarm sensor
The vehicle's inclination is monitored. The alarm
is triggered, for instance, if an attempt is made
to steal the car's wheels or tow it away.
Interior movement detector
Before the interior movement detector can
operate correctly, the windows and glass roof
must be closed.
Avoiding false alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement
detector can be switched off together.
This prevents false alarms, e.g. in the following
situations:
> In duplex garages >
When being transported on car-carrying
trains, ferries or trailers
> If pets are to remain inside the car
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and
interior movement detector
>Press the button on the remote con-
trol twice in succession.
> Lock the vehicle twice with the integrated
key.
LEDs flash in short succession for approx.
2seconds.
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement
detector are switched off until the car is next
unlocked and locked.
Comfort Access*
Comfort Access enables you to enter your vehi-
cle without having to hold the remote control in
your hand. All you need to do is wear the remote
control close to your body, e.g. in your jacket
pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the
remote control within the immediate vicinity or
in the passenger compartment.
Functional requirements
> The vehicle or the liftgate can only be locked
when the vehicle detects that the remote
control currently in use is outside of the
vehicle.
> The vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked
again until after approx. 2 seconds.
> The engine can only be started when the
vehicle detects that the remote control is
inside the vehicle.
> The doors and liftgate must be closed to be
able to operate the windows and glass sun-
roof
*.
Comfort Access support s the following func-
tions:
> Unlocking/locking the vehicle
> Convenient closing

CONTROLSDriving
52
4.Press the button as often as necessary until
the symbol and "SET" are displayed.
5. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
6. Press the button to se lect the desired sensi-
tivity.
7. Wait, or press and hold the button until the
display changes.
The settings are stored.
Deactivating intermittent wipe or rain
sensor
Press the button again, arrow 3.
Brief wipe
Press the lever downward once, arrow 2.
Cleaning windshield and headlamps*
Pull the lever, arrow 4.
Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and
the wipers are operated briefly.
When the vehicle lighting system is switched on,
the headlamps are cleaned at regular and
appropriate intervals. In cars equipped with an alarm system, the
headlamps cannot be cleaned when the hood is
open.
Do not use the washers when the washer
fluid reservoir is emp ty; otherwise, you will
damage the washer pump.
Only use the washers if the hood has been com-
pletely closed; otherwise, the headlamp washer
system
* may be damaged. Do not use the
washers if there is any danger that the fluid will
freeze on the windshield. If you do, your vision
could be obscured. For this reason, use anti-
freeze. <
Window washer nozzles
The window washer nozzles are heated auto-
matically
* while the engine is running or the
ignition is switched on.
Rear window wiper
0 Rear wipers parked
1 To switch on intermittent wipe :
Turn the cap to level 1.
Operation is continuous in reverse gear.
The rear wiper does not move if the cap is in
interval stage 1 before the ignition is switched
on.
Cleaning the rear window
2 To clean the rear window during intermit-
tent wipe :
Turn the cap further to level 2 and hold it
there.
3 To clean the rear window when wipers are
parked :
Turn the cap to level 3 and hold it there.

MOBILITYUnder the hood
198
Under the hood
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without
the required professional technical training. If
you are not familiar with the regulations to be
observed, have the necessary work on your
vehicle carried out only by a MINI dealer or a
workshop that has specially trained personnel
working in accordance with the specifications of
the MINI manufacturer. If this work is not carried
out properly, there is a danger of subsequent
damage and related safety hazards. <
Hood
Releasing
Pull the lever.
Do not clean the windshield and head-
lamps if the hood is unlocked as this may
damage the headlamp washer system
*. <
Opening
To avoid damage, make sure that the
wiper arms are against the windshield
before you open the hood. <
Press the release handle and open the hood.
Closing
Close the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/
40 cm with momentum. It must be clearly heard
to engage.
If you notice any signs while driving your
vehicle that the hood is not completely
closed, stop at once and close it securely.
Make sure that the closing path of the hood is
clear; otherwise, injuries may result. <

Under the hoodMOBILITY
201
Coolant temperature
A warning light will come on if the coolant, and
therefore the engine, becomes too hot.
A message appears on the Control Display.
Checking coolant level
Do not add coolant to the cooling system
when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant
can cause burns. <
Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.
The coolant level is correct if it is between the
Min and Max markings.
Topping off
1. Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little
counterclockwise to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape, then continue turning to
open.
2. Slowly fill to the correct fluid level; do not
overfill.
3. Close by turning the cap.
Have the reason for the coolant loss eliminated
as soon as possible.

MOBILITYReplacing components
208
Replacing components
Wiper blades
Changing the front wiper blades
1.Fold out the wiper arm and hold it.
2. Press together the lo cking spring, arrows1,
and fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.
3. Pull the wiper blade forward and out of the
catch mechanism.
4. Press the new wiper blade into the fixture
until it engages audibly.
To avoid damage, make sure that the
wiper arms are against the windshield
before you open the hood. <
Changing the rear wiper blade
1.Fold out the wiper arm and hold it.
2. Rotate the wiper blade toward the back as
far as it will go, arrow.
3. Press the wiper blade against the limit and
thus out of the mounting. 4.
Press the new wiper blade into the fixture
until it engages audibly.
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution
to vehicle safety. They should, therefore, be
handled carefully. The manufacturer of your
MINI recommends having your MINI dealer per-
form any work that you do not feel competent to
perform yourself or that is not described here.
Never touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare fingers, as even minute
amounts of contaminatio n will burn into the
bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a
clean tissue, cloth or some thing similar, or hold
the bulb by its base. <
You can obtain a selectio n of replacement bulbs
at your MINI dealer.
When working on electrical systems,
always begin by switching off the con-
sumer in question; otherwise, short circuits
could result. To avoid possible injury or equip-
ment damage when replacing bulbs, observe
any instructions provided by the bulb manufac-
turer. <
Caring for headlamp s, refer to page205.
For any bulb replacement not described
below, contact a MINI dealer or a work-
shop that has specially trained personnel work-
ing in accordance with th e specifications of the
MINI manufacturer. <
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim,
please contact your MINI dealer. <
Light-emitting diodes LEDs
Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-
cent lenses serve as the light sources for many of
the controls and displays in your vehicle. These
light-emitting diodes are related to conven-

Replacing componentsMOBILITY
211
Replacing a fog lamp bulb
H8 bulb, 35 watts
1.Turn in the wheel.
2. Remove cover 2.
To do so, turn the cover counterclockwise.
3. Pull the cable connector.
4. Unscrew the lower bulb counterclockwise.
5. To insert the new bulb and replace the
cover, proceed in reverse order.
Side turn signals
5watt bulb, W5W
1.Open hood.
2. Squeeze clamping clip, arrows, and remove
bulb holder.
3. Unscrew bulb counterclockwise and
replace.
4. To insert the new bulb and replace the
cover, proceed in reverse order.
Side marker lamps
Have these bulbs replaced by your MINI dealer.
Tail lamps
Bulb P 21 W
1Brake/tail lamp
2 Turn signal
3 Brake/tail lamp
4 Backup lamps
5 Backup lamps
Changing
All bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder.
1.Switch off the light and remove the infrared
remote control from the ignition lock.
2. Push the cover panel out from the rear of the
cargo area side trim panel and remove it.

Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
241
Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 55
Fuel filler flap 188
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction 188
Fuses 216
G
Garage door op ener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control 88
Gasoline
– refer to Average fuel consumption 56
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge 55
Gasoline, refer to Required
fuel 189
Gear indicator
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 48
Gear shifting
– automatic transmission 48
– manual transmission 48
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 48
– manual transmission 48
General driving notes 96
Glass roof, electric 34
– convenient operation 28,29
– opening, closing 35
– remote control 28
– tilting 34
Glove compartment 90
GPS navigation, refer to Navigation system 108
Grills, refer to Air vents 83
Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 226
H
Halogen lamps
– replacing bulb 209
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 47
Hands-free device
Bluetooth 154
Hands-free system 14,160 ,172
Hazard warning flashers 14
HD Radio 133
Head airbags 76
Head Light, refer to Adaptive Light Control 80
Head restraints 39
– sitting safely 37
Headlamp control, automatic 79
Headlamp flasher 50
– indicator lamp 11,13
Headlamp glass lens 209
Headlamps
– replacing bulb 209
Headlamps, care 205
Heated
– mirrors 41
– rear window 84,86
– seats 40
Heating 83
– mirrors 41
– rear window 84,86
– seats 40
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing cargo 102
Height adjustment
– seats 38
– steering wheel 42
Height, refer to
Dimensions 225
High beams 81
– headlamp flasher 81
– indicator lamp 13
– replacing bulb 209
High water, refer to Driving
through water 97 Highway, refer to Route
criteria 118
Hill Assist 69
Hills 97
Holders for cups 92
Homepage 4
Hood 198
Horn 10
Hot exhaust system 96
Hy
droplaning 97
I
IBOC, refer to HD Radio 133
Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 56
Ignition 46
– switched off 46
– switched on 46
Ignition key position 1, refer to Radio readiness 46
Ignition key position 2, refer to
Ignition on 46
Ignition key, refer to Integrated key/remote
control 26
Ignition lock 46
Imprint 2
Incoming call 157,168
Indicator and warning
lamps 13
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 73
Indicator lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting 81
Individual air distribution 85
Individual settings, refer to
Personal Profile 26
Inflation pressure monitoring, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 72
Information
– on another location 112
– on current position 112
– on destination location 112