2012 MINI Countryman sensor

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 and main tain the greatest possi-
ble distance of approx. 1 ft/30 cm from them. <
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 wash-
ing 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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Preservation
Preservation is necessary when water no longer
beads on the clean paint surface. To preserve
the paint, only use preservatives that contain
carnauba or synthetic waxes.
Rubber seals
Only treat with water or rubber care products.Do not use silicon sprays or other silicon-
containing care products on rubber seals;
otherwise, noise and damage could occur. <
Chrome parts
Carefully clean vehicle parts such as the radiator
grill and door handles with copious quantities of
water and, if necessary, a shampoo additive,
especially when contaminated with road salt.
For additional treatment, use chrome polish.
Light alloy wheels
The system produces brake dust that collects on
the light alloy wheels. Clean them regularly with
acid-free wheel cleaner.
Do not use aggressive , acid-containing,
highly alkaline, or abrasive cleansers or
steam jets hotter than 140 7/60 6 as they may
cause damage. <
External sensors
Keep the outside sensors on the vehicle
such as the Park Di stance Control clean
and ice-free to ensure that they function
properly. <
Internal care
Upholstery/fabrics
Regularly use a vacuum cleaner to remove sur-
face dirt.
In case of serious spots such as liquid stains, use
a soft sponge or lint-f ree microfiber cloth and
suitable interior cleaners. Observe the instruc-
tions on the packaging. Clean upholstery up to the seams. Do not
rub forcefully.
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Velcro fasteners on pants or other items of
clothing can damage seat covers. Make
sure that all Velcro fasteners are closed. <
Leather/leather coverings
The leather processed by the manufac-
turer of your MINI is a high-quality natural
product. Light variations in the grain is one of
the typical properties of natural leather. <
Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the
leather have an abrasive effect, leading to
increased wear and causing the leather surface
to become brittle prematurely. Use a cloth or
vacuum cleaner to remove dust on a regular
basis.
Especially when the leather has a light color, it
should be cleaned regularl y since it tends to get
heavily soiled.
Treat the leather twice a year using a leather
lotion since dirt and grease will gradually attack
the leather's protective layer.
Carpets/floor mats
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 exist-
ing 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 floo r mats are securely fas-
tened again after they have been removed, e.g.
for cleaning.<
Floor mats can be removed to be cleaned.
If the carpets are very dirty, clean with a micro-
fiber cloth and water or an interior cleaner.
When doing so, rub forward and back in the
driving direction; othe rwise, the carpet may
become matted.
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Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
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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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