2012 MINI COOPER fuel reserve

CONTROLSControls overview
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Controls overview
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. Equipment is also described
that is not available because of, for example,
selected options or coun try version. This also
applies to safety relate d functions and systems.
Fuel gauge
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 13.2 US gal/50 liters.
You can find information on refueling on
page129.
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 gal/8 liters, the remaining indi-
cator lamps change from orange to red, arrow.
The tachometer displays the remaining cruising
range. A warning lamp comes on when the
remaining range is less than approx. 30 miles/
50 km. If the range displayed is less than
30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other-
wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and
damage may occur. <
With a dynamic driving style, e.g. rapid corner-
ing, engine functions are not always assured.
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 in kilometers, trip recorder,
external temperature, time
3 Resetting the trip odometer
Press button on turn signal indicator to call up
information in the display area 2.
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RefuelingMOBILITY
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MINI Clubman:
Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump
symbol; 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 and property damage. <
Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise,
overflowing fuel can cause damage to the
environment and the vehicle.<
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
recovery 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.
Fuel specifications
Gasoline
For optimum fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be free of sulfur or as low in sulfur as possible.
Fuels that are labeled at the pump as containing
metal may not be used.
Do not fill the tank with leaded gasoline or
gasoline that contai ns metal additives,
such as manganese or iron; otherwise, long term
damage to the catalytic converter or other com-
ponents may result. <
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of up to
10 %, that is, E10, can be used.
The ethanol should meet the following quality
standards:
US: ASTM 4806-xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511-xx
xx: Always observe currently valid standards.
Do not fill the tank with E85, i.e. fuel con-
taining 85 % ethanol, nor with FlexFuel.
Otherwise, the engine and fuel supply system
will be damaged. <
The engine is knocking regulated. Therefore,
different grades of gasoline can be used for
refueling.
Recommended gasoline grades
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends:
> AKI 91.
> John Cooper Works AKI 93.
Minimum grade
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends
AKI 89.
Do not use any gasoline below the speci-
fied minimum fuel grade. Otherwise, the
engine could be damaged. <
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI rating,
the engine may produce knocking sounds when
starting at high external temperatures. This has
no effect on the engine life.
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REFERENCETechnical data
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MINI Clubman
Capacities
CooperCooper SJohn Cooper Works
Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras
> Manual transmission lbs/kg 2, 712/1,230 2,833/1,285 2,844/1,290
> Automatic
transmission lbs/kg2,789/1,265 2,877/1,305 2,888/1,310
Approved gross weight
> Manual transmission lbs/kg 3, 549/1,610 3,671/1,665 3,715/1,685
> Automatic
transmission lbs/kg
3,627/1,645 3,726/1,690 3,759/1,705
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission lbs/kg 1,830/830 1,918/870 1,940/880
> Automatic
transmission lbs/kg1,907/865 1,962/890 1,984/900
Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 1,830/830 1,841/835 1,863/845
Approved roof load
capacity lbs/kg
165/75 165/75 165/75
Cargo area capacity cu ft/ liters9.2 - 32.8/
260 - 930 9.2 - 32.8/
260 - 930 9.2 - 32.8/
260 - 930
US gal/US quartsLitersNotes
Fuel tank 13.2/– approx. 50 Fuel grade: page 129
including reserve of 2.1/– approx. 8
Window washer system incl.
headlamp washer system –/4.8 approx. 4.5 For more details: page 52
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Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
201
Plastic parts, care152
Playing a track, scan
– CD 110
Pollen
– refer to Microfilter/activated- charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 84
– refer to Microfilter for air conditioner 82
Power failure 165
Power windows 33
Power windows, refer to Windows 33
Pressure, tires 131
Pressure monitoring, tires 66
– Flat Tire Monitor 66
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 69
Protective function, refer to Pinch protection system
– windows 34
PTY 107
Puncture
– Flat Tire Monitor 66
R
Radio16
– HD Radio 107
Radio key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 22
Radio MINI Boost CD
– playing stations 106
– recalling stations 106
– satellite radio 107
– searching stations 105
– storing stations 106
– switching on/off 104
– tone control 105
– volume 104
Radio position, refer to Radio
readiness 44
Radio readiness 44
– switched off 45
– switched on 44 Rain sensor
50
Range, refer to Cruising range 55
RDS 106
Reading lamps 79
Rear door, refer to Club Door 28
Rear doors, refer to Split Rear Barn Doors 28
Rear double doors, refer to
Split Rear Barn Doors 28
Rear fog lamp 78
– indicator lamp 172
– replacing bulb 159
Rear lamps
– bulb replacement 158,159
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 158
Rear seat backrest, folding 97
Rear seats
– folding down the backrests 97
Rearview mirror
– compass 87
Rearview mirror, refer to
Mirrors 39
Rear window defroster 81,83
Reception
– quality 106
– radio station 105
Recirculated-air mode 81,83
Recirculation of air, refer to Recirculated-air
mode 81,83
Reclining seat, refer to Backrest 36
Refueling 128
Rejecting a call 122
Rele
asing
– hood 144
Remote control 22
– battery renewal 32
– Comfort Access 30
– garage door opener 85
– malfunctions 25,32
– service data 147
– Split Rear Barn Doors 25Replacement remote
control 22
Replacing bulbs, refer to Lamps and bulbs 155
Replacing tires, refer to New wheels and tires 141
Reporting safety defects 7
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 54
Reservoir for washer
systems 52
Reset, resetting tone settings 105
Restraint systems
– for children 41
– refer to Safety belts 38
Reverse
– CD 109
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 47
– manual transmission 46
Roadside Assistance 167
Roadside parking lamps 78
– replacing bulb 156
Road worthiness test, refer to
Service requirements 59
Roof load capacity 191
Roof-mounted luggage rack 100
Rope, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 170
RSC Run-flat System
Component, refer to Run-flat
tires 140
Rubber parts, care 151
Run-flat System Component RSC, refer to Run-flat
tires 140
Run-flat tires 140
– flat tire 67
– tire inflation pressure 131
– tire replacement 141
– winter tires 141
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