2012 MINI COOPER Parking light

Things to remember when drivingDRIVING TIPS
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1.Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
2. Switch off the recirc ulated-air mode and
switch the airflow contro l of the heating, air
conditioner, or automa tic climate control to
high, refe r to page 81 or 83.
Hot exhaust system
As in all vehicles, extremely high tempera-
tures are generated on the exhaust sys-
tem. Do not remove the heat shields installed
adjacent to various se ctions of the exhaust
system, and never apply undercoating to them.
Make sure that when driving, idling or when
parking, no easily flamma ble materials, such as
hay, leaves, grass, etc. come into contact with
the hot exhaust system. Such contact could lead
to a fire, with the risk of serious personal injuries
and property damage. Do not touch hot exhaust
tail pipes. Otherwise, there is a risk of burns. <
Hydroplaning
When driving on wet or slushy roads,
reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge
of water can form betw een tires and road sur-
face. This situation, known as hydroplaning, can
cause partial or complete loss of tire contact
with the road surface, so that the car cannot be
steered or braked properly. <
The risk of hydroplaning increases with declining
tread depth on the tires, refer also to Tread
depth on page 139.
Driving through water
Drive through water on the road only if it is
not deeper than 1 ft/30 cm, and then only
at walking speed at the most. Otherwise, the
vehicle's engine, the electrical systems and the
transmission may be damaged. <
Parking brake on inclines
On inclines, do not hold the vehicle with
the clutch; use the parking brake. Other-
wise, greater clutch wear will result. <
For information on drivin g off using Hill Assist,
refer to page 66.
Braking safely
Your MINI is equipped with ABS. If you are in a
situation which requires full braking, it is best to
brake using maximum brake pressure. Since the
vehicle maintains steeri ng responsiveness, you
can still avoid possible obstacles with a mini-
mum of steering effort.
The pulsation of the brake pedal, together with
the sound of hydraulic regulation, indicates that
ABS is functioning properly.
Objects in the movement range of the
pedals
Keep floor mats, carp et, and other objects
out of the movement range of the pedals;
otherwise, they may inhi bit the function of the
pedals during driving.
Do not place additional floor mats onto an
existing one or onto other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved for
the vehicle and can be appropriately fastened.
Make sure that the fl oor mats are securely
fastened again after they have been removed,
e.g. for cleaning. <
Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet or ther e is heavy rain, briefly
exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every
few miles. Monitor traffic conditions to ensure
that this maneuver does not endanger other
road users. The heat generated in this process
helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that.
Then full braking force will be immediately
available when it is needed.
Hills
To prevent overheatin g and the resulting
reduced efficiency of the brake system,
drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear in which the least braking is required. Even
light but consistent brake pressure can lead to
high temperatures, brake wear and possibly
even brake failure. <
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, all the way to first gear if neces-
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MOBILITYCare
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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 lever 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.
Steam jets/high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, make sure that you maintain
sufficient 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 instructions for high-
pressure washers. <
Do not spray sensors, such as the Park Dis-
tance 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 sponge 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 regulations regarding
washing vehicles by hand. <
Headlamps
Do not wipe dry and do not use abrasive or
corrosive cleaning agents. Remove dirt and
contamination, such as in sects, by soaking with shampoo and then washing with plenty of
water.
Do not remove accumulated 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 and change regularly to
prevent the formation of streaks.
Wax, preservatives and dirt on the win-
dows cause streaks wh en the windshield
wipers are on, and can cause premature wear of
the wiper blades and interfere with the rain
sensor. <
Paintwork, care
Regular care helps your vehicle retain its value
and protects the paint from the long-term
effects of aggressive substances.
Environmental influences in areas with
increased air pollution or natural contaminants,
such as tree sap or pollen, can affect the vehicle
paintwork. It is therefore important to adjust the
frequency and extent of vehicle care corre-
spondingly.
Immediately remove any pa rticularly aggressive
substances, such as fuel that has overflowed, oil,
grease, brake fluid, or bird droppings; otherwise,
paint damage can be caused.
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 professionally according
to factory specifications with original MINI
paints.
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MOBILITYReplacing components
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Work on the xenon lighting system,
including lamp replacement, is only to be
carried out only by your MINI dealer. Due to high
voltage, there is a risk of fatal injury if work on
the xenon lamps is ca rried out improperly.<
Halogen low beams and high beams
H13 bulb, 60/55 watts
The H13 bulb is pressurized. Therefore,
wear safety glasses and protective gloves.
Otherwise, there is a risk of injury if the bulb is
damaged. <
Be careful when inst alling the cover;
otherwise, leaks co uld occur and cause
damage to the headlamp system.<
Accessing the lamp from the engine
compartment
The low-beam/high-beam bulb can be changed
from the engine compartment.
Removing the cover:
1. Press the tab.
2. Flip open the cover and take it out of the
holder.
Follow the same steps in reverse order to
reattach the cover.
Be careful when inst alling the cover;
otherwise, leaks co uld occur and cause
damage to the headlamp system.<
Replacing the bulb
1. Turn the lamp counterclockwise, arrow 1,
and remove it, arrow 2.
2. Push on the catch, arrow 1, and disconnect
the connector, arrow 2.
3. To insert the new bulb and replace the
cover, proceed in reverse order.
Turn signals, parking lamps, roadside
parking lamps, and fog lamps
Accessing the lamps via the wheel well
1Turn signal
2 Parking/roadside parking/fog lamps
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Indicator and warning lampsMOBILITY
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Lights up briefly:
Approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters of fuel are
still in the tank
Remains on:
Cruising range is no more than
30 miles/50 km, page54
Engine refuses to start Depress the brake or clutch in order to start the engine, page44.
Ignition switched on and driver's door
open Switch off the ignition, page
44, or
close the driver's door.
Lamps still on
Roadside parking lamps on
Door open
Club Door open
Split Rear Barn Doors open
Hood open
Tailgate open
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MOBILITYIndicator and warning lamps
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Lights up in red:
Battery is no longer being charged.
Alternator malfunctionSwitch off all unnecessary electrical
consumers. Have the battery checked
without delay.
Lights up in yellow:
Battery charge level very low, battery
aged or not securely connected C h a r g e i t b y t a k i n g a longer drive or by
using an external charger. Possibly
automatic switch-o
ff of power con-
suming devices. Have the battery
checked as soon as possible.
Display in US models
Parking brake applied
Display in Canadian models
Parking brake applied
Display in US models
Parking brake applied while driv ing Release the parking brake.
Display in Canadian models
Parking brake applied while driv ing Release the parking brake.
Display in US models
Lights up in red:
Brake fluid level too low Braking action is reduced, stop with
care. Contact your nearest MINI
dealer.
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
198
Footbrake, refer to Braking safely 95
Footwell lamps 79
For universal garage door
openers, refer to the
Integrated universal remote
control 85
For your own safety 4
Front airbags 72
Front fog lamps 78
– indicator lamp 172
– replacing bulb 156
Front seat adjustment 36
Frost on windows, refer to Defrosting windows 82,84
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 66
Fuel 129
– fuel tank volume 192
– gauge 54
– high-quality brands 129
– quality 129
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel gauge 54
Fuel consumption display
– average fuel consumption 55
Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 54
Fuel filler flap 128
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction 128
Fuel specifications 129
Fuses 166
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control 85
Gasoline
– refer to Average fuel consumption 55
Gasoline, refer to Required fuel 129
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge 54 Gear indicator
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 47
Gear shifting
– automatic transmission 47
– manual transmission 46
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 47
– manual transmission 46
General driving notes 94
Glass roof, electric 32
– convenience operation 24
– opening, closing 33
– remote control 24
– tilting 32
Glove compartment 89
Gong
– volume 104
Grills, refer to Air vents 80
Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 191
H
Halogen lamps
– replacing bulb 156
Handbrake, refe r to Parking
brake 46
Hands-free system 14,124
Hazard warning flashers 14
HD Radio 107
Head airbags 72
Headlamp control, automatic 75
Headlamp flasher 49
– indicator lamp 11,81,172
Headlamp glass lens 155
Headlamps
– replacing bulb 156
Headlamps, care 150
Head Light, refer to Adaptive
Light Control 77
Head restraints 37
– sitting safely 35 Heated
– mirrors
39
– rear window 81,83
– seats 38
Heating 80
– mirrors 39
– rear window 81,83
– seats 38
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing cargo 99
Height, refer to Dimensions 187
Height adjustment
– seats 36
– steering wheel 40
High beams 78
– headlamp flasher 78
– indicator lamp 81,172
– replacing bulb 156
High water, refer to Driving through water 95
Hill Assist 66
Hills 95
Holders for cups 90
Homepage 4
Hood 144
Horn 10
Hot exhaust system 95
Hydroplaning 95
I
IBOC, refer to HD Radio 107
Ignition 44
– switched off 45
– switched on 44
Ignition key, refer to Integrated key/remote
control 22
Ignition key position 1, refer to Radio readiness 44
Ignition key position 2, refer to
Ignition on 44
Ignition lock 44
Imprint 2
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Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
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Incoming call121
Indicator and warning lamps 13,172
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 70
Indicator lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 78
Individual air distribution 82
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 22
Inflation pressure monitoring,
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 69
Initializing
– Flat Tire Monitor FTM 67
– glass roof, electric 33
Initializing the
– compass, see Calibration 88
Instrument lighting 78
Instrument panel, refer to
Cockpit 10
Instrument panel, refer to Displays 12
Integrated key 22
Integrated universal remote control 85
Interior lamps 79
– remote control 25
Interior rearview mirror 39
– automatic dimming feature 40
Interlock 47
Intermittent mode of the wipers 50
Internal care 151
Internet page 4
J
Jacking points 164
Jets, refer to Window washer nozzles 51
Jumpering, refer to Jump-
starting 168
Jump-starting 168
K
Key, refer to Keys/remote
controls 22
Keyless-Go, refer to Comfort Access 30
Keyless opening and closing,
refer to Comfort Access 30
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile 22
Keypad dialing 122
Kickdown 47
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 47
Knock control 129
L
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/
Low beams 75
Lamps and bulbs, replacing bulbs 155
Lashing eyes, refer to Securing cargo 99
LATCH child restraint fixing
system 42
Leather care 151
LEDs light-emitting diodes 155
Length, refer to Dimensions 187
License plate lamp
– bulb replacement 159,160
Light alloy wheels, care 151
Light-emitting diodes LEDs 155
Lighter 91
– socket 91
Lighting
– lamps and bulbs 155
– of the instruments 78
– of vehicle, refer to Lamps 75
Light switch 75
Limit 183
Listening to test, scan
– radio MINI Boost CD 106Load
98
Load securing equipment, refer to Securing cargo 99
Lock buttons of doors, refer to
Locking 26
Locking
– adjusting confirmation
signal 24
– from inside 26
– from outside 24
– without remote control, refer
to Comfort Access 30
Locking and unlocking doors
– confirmation signals 24
– from inside 26
– from outside 23
Longlife oils
– approved motor oils 145
Low beams 75
– automatic 75
– replacing bulb 156
Lower back suppo rt, refer to
Lumbar support 36
Luggage compartment, refer to Cargo area 28
Luggage compartment doors, refer to Split Rear Barn
Doors 28
Luggage compartment lid, refer to Tailgate 28
Luggage compartment partition net, refer to Cargo
net 98
Luggage rack, re fer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack 100
Lumbar support 36
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires 141
Maintenance, refer to Service
and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
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Maintenance system147
Malfunction warn ings, refer to
Check Control 61
Manual air distribution 82
Manual mode
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 48
Manual operation
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 128
– transmission lock, automatic transmission 48
Manual station search 105
Manual transmission 46
Manual washing 150
Master key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control 22
Maximum cooling 83
Maximum speed
– with winter tires 142
Medical assistance, refer to First aid pouch 167
Microfilter
– for air conditioner 82
– for automatic climate
control 84
– MINI Maintenance System 147
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
– MINI Maintenance System 147
Microphone for telephone 14
MINI Internet page 4
MINI Maintenance System 147
Mirror dimming feature 40
Mirrors 39
– exterior mirrors 39
– heating 39
– interior rearview mirror 39Mobile phone
– adjusting volume
121
– connecting, refer to Mobile phone, pairing 118
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 89
– pairing 118
– refer to Telephone 89
– What to do if…. 120
Mobility Kit 160
Modifications, technical, refer to For your own safety 4
Monitoring syst em for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 66
MP3 109
Multifunctional steering wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel 11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/ headlamp flasher 49
– refer to Wiper system 50
Mus
ic tracks
– playing a track 110
– random order 109
N
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints 37
Nets, refer to Storage compartments 90
New tires 141
Number of cylinders, refer to Engine data 186
Number of safety belts 35
Nylon rope, refer to Tow rope 170
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket for
On-Board Diagnosis 148
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications 129 Odometer
55
Oil, refer to Engine oil 144
Oil consumption 144
Oil level 144
Oil types 145
Old batteries, refer to Disposal 165
Opening and closing
– Comfort Access 30
– from inside 26
– from outside 23
– using the door lock 26
– using the remote control 23
Opening and unlocking
– from inside 26
Outlets
– refer to Air vents 80
– refer to Ventilation 84
Output, refer to Engine
data 186
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control 83
Overheated engine, refer to Coolant temperature 146
P
Paintwork, care150
Park Distance Control PDC 63
Parking
– vehicle 45
Parking aid, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 63
Parking brake 46
Parking lamps, replacing bulb 156
Parking lamps/low beams 75
Parts and accessories, see Vehicle equipment 4
Pathway lighting 76
PDC
– volume 104
Personal Profile 22
Phone numbers
– dialing 122
Pinch protection system
– windows 34
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