2012 MINI Countryman run flat

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In the event of a flat tire, different procedures
should be followed depending on the equip-
ment included in your vehicle:
>MINI Mobility Kit, refer to the following
section
> Run-flat tires, page 143
MINI Mobility Kit
The Mobility Kit is located under the left front
seat.
Preparations
Use of the MINI Mobility Kit may be ineffective if
the tire puncture measures approx. 1/8 in/4 mm
or more. Contact the nearest MINI dealer if the
tire cannot be made drivable with the Mobility
Kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies which have
penetrated the tire if possible.
Follow the instructions on using the Mobil-
ity Kit found on the compressor and the
sealant bottle. <
Remove the adhesive label for the speed limit
from the sealant bottle an d affix it to the steer-
ing wheel.
Sealant and compressor
1 Sealant bottle and adhesive label with speed
limit
2 Filling hose
Note the use-by date on the sealant
bottle. < 3
Holder for the sealant bottle
4 Compressor
5 Plug and cable for the socket in the vehicle
interior, page 93
6 Connection hose to connect the compressor
and sealant bottle or the compressor and
wheel
7 On/off switch
8 Pressure gauge for indi cating the tire infla-
tion pressure
9 Release button for reduci ng the tire inflation
pressure
Connector, cable and connection hose are
stored in the co mpressor housing.
Using the Mobility Kit
To repair a tire puncture with the Mobility Kit,
proceed as follows:
>Filling the tire with sealant.
> Distributing the sealant.
> Correct the tire in flation pressure.
Filling the tire with sealant.
Proceed in the specified order; otherwise,
sealant may emerge under high pres-
sure. <
1. Shake the sealant bottle.
2. Pull the connecting hose 6 completely out of
the compressor housing and screw it onto
the connector of the sealant bottle. Make
sure that the hose is not kinked.
3. Insert the sealant bo ttle on the compressor
housing in an upright position.
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4.Unscrew the dust cap from the valve of the
defective wheel and screw the filling hose 2
of the sealant bottle onto the valve.
5. Ensure that the compre ssor is switched off.
6. Insert the plug 5 into the lighter socket/
power socket in the vehicle interior,
page 93.
7. With the engine running:
Switch on the compre ssor and let run for
about 3 to 8 minutes in order to add the
sealant and to achieve an inflation pressure
of about 1.8 bar/26 psi.
When adding sealant, the filling pres-
sure can temporarily increase up to
about 5 bar/73 psi. Do not switch off the
compressor during this phase. <
Do not run the compressor for longer
than 10 minutes; otherwise, the
device will overheat and possibly be
damaged. <
8. Switch off the compressor.
If an inflation pressure of 1.8 bar/26 psi is not
reached:
1. Unscrew the filling hose 2 from the wheel
and drive the vehicle forward and backward
approx. 33 ft/10 m to distribute the liquid
sealant in the tire evenly.
2. Inflate the tire again with the compressor.
If an inflation pressure of 1.8 bar/26 psi
still cannot be reached, then the tire is too
heavily damaged. Please contact the nearest
MINI dealer. <
Stowing Mobility Kit
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
bottle 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 Kit back in the vehicle.
Distributing the sealant.
Immediately 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.<
Correct the tire inflation pressure.
1. After driving approx. 3.1 miles/5 km or
ten 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. Adjust tire pressure to 1.8 bar/26 psi. 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
damaged. <
> To decrease the inflat ion pressure: press the
release button 9.
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Giving and receiving assistance
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 count ry version. This also
applies to safety related functions and systems.
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance is available by phone
24 hours a day in many countries. You can
obtain assistance there in the event of a vehicle
breakdown.
First aid pouch
Some of the articles co ntained in the first aid
pouch have a limited se rvice life. Therefore,
check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any items in good time, if
necessary.
The first aid pouch is located on the rear cargo
well by the left side trim panel or under the pull-
out floor panel.
Warning triangle
In the cargo area under the loading sill.
To remove, open the two clasps.
Jump-starting
If the car's own battery is flat, your MINI's engine
can be started by connecting two jumper cables
to another vehicle's battery. You can also use
the same method to help start another vehicle.
Only use jumper cables with fully-insulated
clamp handles.
Do not touch any electrically live parts
when the engine is running, or a fatal
accident may occur. Ca refully adhere to the
following sequence, both to prevent damage to
one or both vehicles, and to guard against
possible personal injuries. <
Preparation
1.Check whether the battery of the other vehi-
cle has a voltage of 12 volts and approxi-
mately the same capacitance in Ah. This
information can be found on the battery.
2. Switch off the engine of the support vehicle.
3. Switch off any consumers in both vehicles.
There must not be any contact between
the bodies of the two vehicles; otherwise,
there is a danger of shorting. <
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Driving notes96
Driving off on inclines, refer to Hill Assist 67
Driving stability control
systems 65
Driving through water 97
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes 96
Dry air, refer to Cooling function 85
DSC Dynamic Stability Control 65
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control 66
Dynamic Brake Control DBC, refer to Brake Assist 65
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 65
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC 66
E
Eject button 114
Electrical malfunction
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 134
Electronic brake-force
distribution 65
Electronic Stability Program
ESP, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 65
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 134
– transmission lock, automatic transmission 49
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance 165
Ending a call 126
Engine
– breaking in 96
– data 184
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature 148
– speed 184
– starting, Comfort Access 30Engine compartment
145
Engine coolant, refer to Coolant 148
Engine oil
– additives, refer to Approved engine oils 147
– alternative oil types 147
– approved engine oils 147
– capacity 147
– checking level 146
– dipstick 146
– intervals between changes, refer to Service
requirements 61
– MINI Maintenance System 149
Engine oil level, checking 146
Engine output, refer to Engine data 184
Engine starting, refer to Starting the engine 46
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 65
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system 97
Exterior mirrors 39
– adjusting 39
– automatic dimming feature 40
– automatic heating 40
– folding in and out 39
External audio device 90,108
External care 151
External temperature display
– change units of measure 59
– in the onboard computer 59
External tem peratur
e


warning 56
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing away 167
– for tying down loads 102
F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control 62
Failure of an electrical consumer 164
Fastening safety be lts, refer to
Safety belts 37
Fast forward
– CD 113
Fault messages, refer to Check
Control 62
Faulty
– tire 69
Filter
– microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 85
– microfilter for air
conditioner 83
Fine wood, care 154
First aid pouch 165
Fixture for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 45
Flash when locking/
unlocking 24
Flat load floor 100
Flat tire
– run-flat tires 143
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 70
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 68
– indicating a flat tire 69
– initializing the system 68
– snow chains 68
– system limits 68
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition 142
Floor mats, care 153
Floor plate, refe r to Flat load
floor 100
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb 157
Folding rear seat backrest 98
Footbrake, refer to Braking safely 97
Footwell lamps 79
For your own safety 4
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Power windows, refer to Windows 32
Pressure, tires 136
Pressure monitoring, tires 68
– Flat Tire Monitor 68
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 70
Protective function, refer to Pinch protection system
– windows 33
PTY 111
Puncture
– Flat Tire Monitor 68
R
Radio
– HD Radio111
Radio key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 22
Radio MINI Boost CD
– playing stations 110
– recalling stations 110
– satellite radio 111
– searching stations 109
– storing stations 110
– switching on/off 108
– tone control 109
– volume 108
Radio position, refer to Radio readiness 45
Radio readiness 45
– switched off 46
– switched on 45
Rain sensor 51
Range, refer to Cruising range 56
RDS 110
Reading lamps 80
Rear fog lamp
– indicator lamp 169
Rear lamps
– bulb replacement 159
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps 158 Rear-mounted luggage
rack 103
Rear seat backrest, folding 98
Rear seats
– adjusting 36
– folding down the backrests 98
Rearview mirror
– compass 88
Rearview mirror, refer to
Mirrors 39
Rear window
– windshield wiper 52
Rear window defroster 82,84
Rear window safety switch 33
Reception
– quality 110
– radio station 109
Recirculated-air mode 82,84
Recirculation of air, refer to Recirculated-air
mode 82,84
Reclining seat, refer to Backrest 35
Refueling 134
Rejecting a call 126
Releasing
– hood 146
Remote control 22
– battery renewal 31
– Comfort Access
30
– ga

rage door opener 86
– malfunctions 25,31
– service data 149
– tailgate 25
Replacement remote
control 22
Replacing bulbs, refer to Lamps and bulbs 155
Replacing tires, refer to New wheels and tires 143
Reporting safety defects 7
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 55
Reservoir for washer
systems 53 Reset, resetting tone
settings 109
Restraint systems
– for children 41
– refer to Safety belts 37
Reverse
– CD 113
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 48
– manual transmission 47
Roadside Assistance 165
Roadside parking lamps 79
– replacing bulb 157
Road worthiness test, refer to
Service requirements 61
Roof load capacity 186
Roof-mounted luggage rack 103
Rope, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 168
RSC Run-flat System
Component, refer to Run-flat
tires 143
Rubber parts, care 153
Run-flat System Component RSC, refer to Run-flat
tires 143
Run-flat tires 143
– flat tire 69
– Flat Tire Monitor 69
– tire inflation pressure 136
– tire replacement 143
– winter tires 144
S
Safety belt
– number34
Safety Belt Reminder 39
Safety belts 37
– center belt 38
– damage 39
– indicator lamp 39
– reminder 39
– sitting safely 34
Safety belts, care 154
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Safety systems
– airbags73
– Antilock Brake System ABS 65
– driving stability control systems 65
– Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 65
– safety belts 37
Safety tires, refer to Run-flat
tires 143
Satellite radio 111
– activating 112
Scan, listening to test
– radio MINI Boost CD 110
Screw thread for tow
fitting 167
Searching
– CD player 113
– radio 109
Searching for a music track
– CD 113
Seat adjustment
– mechanical 35
– rear 36
Seats 35
– adjusting the seats 35
– heating 37
– sitting safely 34
Securing the vehicle
– from inside 26
– from outside 23
Selector lever
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 48
Selector lever lock
– automatic transmission with Steptronic, refer to
Shiftlock 48
– overriding manually 49
Selector lever positions
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 48
Service, refer to Roadside Assistance 165
Service car, refer to Roadside Assistance 165 Service data in the remote
control 149
Service Interval Display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 149
Service requirement display, refer to Condition Based
Service CBS 149
Service requirements 61
Settings
– clock, 12 h/24 h mode 59
Settings and information 57
Setting the date 109
Setting the time format 109
Setting tone controls 109
Shifting gears
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 49
– manual transmission 47
Shiftlock
– automatic transmission, refer to Chang
i

ng selector lever
positions 48
Shift paddles 49
Side airbags 73
Side marker lamps, replacing bulbs 158
Side turn signal
– replacing bulb 158
Side windows, refer to
Windows 32
Signal horn, refer to Horn 10
Sitting safely 34
– airbags 34
– safety belts 34
– with head restraint 34
Size, refer to Dimensions 185
Sliding/tilt sunroof
– refer to Glass roof, electric 31
Slot for remote control 45
Smokers' package, refer to Ashtray 93
Snap-in adapter
– inserting/removing 130
– use 120 Snap-in adapter, refer to
Center armrest storage
compartment 90
Snow chains 144
Socket, refer to Connecting electrical appliances 93
Socket for On-Board Diagnosis
OBD 150
Special oils, refer to Approved engine oils 147
Speed 184
– with winter tires 144
Speed-dependent volume 108
Speedo, refer to Speedometer 12
Speedometer 12
Split rear seat backrest, refer to Expanding the cargo area 98
Sport button 67
Stability control, refer to Driving stability control
systems 65
Start/Stop button 45
– starting the engine 46
– switching off the engine 46
Starting, refer to Starting the engine 46
Starting assistance, refer to
Jump-starting 165
Starting the CD player 113
Starting the engine 46
– Start/Stop button 45
Start-off assistance, refer to
– DSC 65
– Hill Assist 67
Stations, refer to Radio MINI
Boost CD 110
Status of this Ow
ner's Manual
at

time of printing 4
Steering wheel 40
– adjustment 40
– buttons on steering wheel 11
– lock 45
– shift paddles 49
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Steptronic, refer to Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 47
Storage area
– cargo area 98
Storage compartments 91
Storage space
– storage compartments 91
Storing the vehicle 154
Storing tires 144
Stowage, refer to Storage compartments 91
Summer tires, re fer to Wheels
and tires 136
Switches, refer to Cockpit 10
Switching off
– engine 46
Switching off the engine 46
– Start/Stop button 45
Switching on
– CD player 108,113
– radio MINI Boost CD 108
Switching the cooling function on and off 85
Symbols 4
T
Tachometer 55
Tailgate 28
– Comfort Access 30
– opening/closing 28
– opening from outside 28
– unlocking with remote control 25
Tail lamp, refer to Tail
lamps 158
– replacing bulb 158
Tail lamps 158
Tank volume, refer to Capacities 187
Technical data 184
Technical modifications 4Telephone
120
– hands-free system 128
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 90
– voice commands 128
Temperature display
– setting the units 59
Temperature of coolant, refer to Coolant temperature 148
Temperature setting
– air conditioner 82
– automatic climate control 84
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control 53
Tensioning straps, refer to Securing cargo 102
Third brake lamp, refer to Center brake lamp 159
Three-point safety belt 37
Tightening the lug bolts
– torque 163
Tightening torque, refer to
Tightening lug bolts 163
Time
– setting 109
Tire failure
– Flat Tire Monitor 69
– indicator/warning lamp 69
– MINI Mobility Kit 160
– run-flat tires 69
– Tire Pressure Monitor 70
Tire inflation pressure 136
– loss 69
Tire pressure mo nitoring, refer
to Flat Tire Monitor 68
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 70
– limitations of system 70
– resetting system 70
– warning lamp 71
Tire Quality Grading 141Tires
– age
143
– breaking in 96
– changing, refe r to Changing
wheels 162
– co
n

dition 142
– damage 142
– inflation pressure 136
– inflation pressure loss 71
– minimum tread depth 142
– new tires 143
– pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 68
– pressure monitoring, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 70
– puncture 69
– size 141
– wear indicators, refer to
Minimum tread depth 142
– winter tires 144
– with emergency operation
properties 143
Tires with emergency operation properties, refer to
Run-flat tires 143
Tires with safety features, refer
to Run-flat tires 143
Tone
– middle setting 109
Torque 184
– lug bolts 163
Tow bar 167
Tow fitting 167
– screw thread 167
Tow fittings for tow-starting
and towing away 167
Towing 166
– car with automatic
transmission 167
– methods 167
Tow rope 168
Tow-starting 166
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