2012 MINI Countryman sport mode

CockpitAT A GLANCE
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5Switches in the center console
6 Buttons in the center console
7 AUX-In connection
USB audio interface 115
Around the headliner
1Microphone for voice activation system and
for telephone in hands-free mode
2 Indicator/warning lamp
for front passenger
airbags 74
Rear window defroster
Windshield heating
Air flow rate
Seat heating
37
Power windows, front 32
Power windows, rear 32
Central locking system, inside 26
Front fog lamps 79
Safety switch for power windows in
rear passenger compartment 33
Sport button 67
Driving stability control systems
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 65
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC 66
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Reading lamps 80
Ambient lighting 80
Glass roof, electric 31
Interior lamps 79
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Opening and closingCONTROLS
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Tailgate with armed alarm system
Even when the alarm system is armed, you can
open the tailgate by means of the button
on the remote control.
When you subsequently close the tailgate it is
again locked and monitored.
Panic mode
You can activate the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation.
Press the button for at least two seconds.
Switching off the alarm:
Press any button.
Switching off an alarm
> Unlock the car with the remote control.
> Insert the key fully into the ignition lock.
> In cars with Comfort Access, press the button
on the door lock.
Display on the revolution counter
When the system is armed, all LEDs pulse. After
approx. 16 minutes one LED flashes.
>LEDs pulse or LED flashes: system is armed.
> One LED flashes at short intervals:
Doors, the hood or the tailgate are not prop-
erly closed. Even if these are not closed fully,
the remaining items are deadlocked and the
LEDs pulse after approx. 10 seconds for
approx. 16 minutes. Afterwards, one LED
flashes.
The interior movement detector is not
activated. >
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 vehicle.
Tilt alarm sensor
The vehicle's inclination is monitored. The alarm
is triggered, for instance, if an attempt is made
to steal the vehicle's wheels or tow it away.
Interior movement detector
Before the interior mo vement detector can
operate correctly, the windows and glass roof
must be closed.
Avoiding false alarms
The tilt alarm sensor an d 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
control twice in succession.
> Lock the vehicle twice with the integrated
key.
LEDs flash in short succession for approx.
2 seconds.
The tilt alarm sensor an d the interior movement
detector are switched of f until the car is next
unlocked and locked.
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CONTROLSAdjustments
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Adjustments
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.
Sitting safely
The ideal sitting position can make a vital contri-
bution to relaxed, fatigu e-free driving. In con-
junction with the safety belts, the head restraints
and the airbags, the seated position has a major
influence on your safety in the event of an acci-
dent. To ensure that th e safety systems operate
with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to
observe the instructions contained in the follow-
ing section.
For additional information on transporting
children safely, refer to page 41.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance
between yourself and the airbags. Always
grip the steering wheel on the rim, with your
hands in the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to
minimize the risk of inju ry to the hands or arms
in the event of the airbag being deployed.
No one and nothing should come between the
airbags and the seat occupant.
Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the
front passenger side as a storage area. Ensure
that the front passenger is correctly seated, e.g.
that no feet or legs are propped against the
dashboard. Otherwise, leg injury could result if
the front airbag suddenly deployed.
Make sure that passeng ers keep their heads
away from the side ai rbag and do not lean
against the cover of the head airbag, otherwise injuries can occur when the airbags are trig-
gered.
<
Even if you follow all the instructions, injuries
resulting from contact with airbags cannot be
fully excluded, depending on the circumstances.
The ignition and inflation noise may provoke
a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive indi-
viduals. This effect is usually only temporary.
For airbag locations and additional information
on airbags, refer to page 73.
Head restraint
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the
risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Adjust the head restraint in such a way
that its center is at approx. ear level.
Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in
the event of an accident. <
Head restraints, refer to page 36.
Safety belt
Before every drive, make sure that all occupants
wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the
safety belt as an additional safety device, but
they do not represent a substitute.
Number of safety belts
Never allow more than one person to
wear a single safety belt. Never allow
infants or small children to ride in a passenger's
lap.
Make sure that the belt in the lap area sits low
across the hips and does not press against the
abdomen. The safety belt must not rest against
the throat, run across sh arp edges, pass over
hard or fragile objects or be pinched. Fasten the
safety belt so that it is pulled taut across the lap
and shoulder, fitting the body snugly without
any twists. Otherwise, the belt could slide over
the hips in the event of a frontal collision and
injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing bulky cloth-
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Transporting children safelyCONTROLS
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Transporting children safely
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.
The right place for
children
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger
themselves and/or other persons by opening the
doors, for example.<
Children should always sit in the rear
Accident research has shown that the safest
place for children is on the rear seat.
Only transport children under the age of
13 or smaller than 5 ft/150 cm in the rear
in a child restraint system suitable for their age,
weight and size. Othe rwise, there is an
increased risk of injury in the event of an
accident. <
Children 13 years of age or older must be
buckled in with a safety belt as soon as there
no longer is any child re straint system that is
appropriate for their age, size and weight.
Exception for front passenger seat
Front passenger airbags
Should it be necessary to use a child
restraint system on the front passenger
seat, the front and side airbags must be deacti-
vated. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of
injury to the child if th e airbags deploy, even if
the child is seated in a child restraint system. ion on automatic deactivation
of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 73.
Child restraint systems,
installation
Before installing a child restraint system on the
rear seats, move the seat as far back as possible.
5-seater: adjust the incl ination of the center
backrest to the respective outer backrest.
After the child restraint system has been
installed on the respecti ve rear seat, move the
backrest forward so that the it rests lightly
against the child restraint system, refer to Rear
seat backrests on page 98.
Observe the child restraint system manu-
facturer's instructions when selecting,
installing and using ch ild restraint systems.
Otherwise, the protective effect may be dimin-
ished. <
On the front passenger seat
After installing a child restraint system on
the front passenger seat, make sure that
the front, side, and knee airbags for the front
passenger are deactivated; otherwise, there is
an increased risk of injury if the airbags deploy. <
Seat position
Before installing a child restraint system, move
the front passenger seat as far back and up as
possible to obtain the be st possible position for
the belt. Do not change the seat position after
this.
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DrivingCONTROLS
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Sport program and manual mode M/S
Move the selector lever from position D to the
left into the M/S shifting slot:
The Sport program is activated and DS is dis-
played. This position is recommended for a
performance-oriented driving style.
To deactivate the Sport program or manual
mode M/S, move the selector lever to the right
into position D.
Shifting with the selector lever
Push the selector lever forward or pull it back to
activate manual operation. Steptronic shifts the
gear.
> Pull the selector lever in the + direction.
Transmission shifts up.
> Push the selector leve r in the – direction.
Transmission shifts down.
The selected gear is displayed in the tachome-
ter, e.g. M1.
To use the automatic mode again, move the
selector lever to the right into position D.
Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when
they will result in a pl ausible combination of
engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example,
a downshift that would cause the engine to
overrev will not be executed by the system. The
selected gear is displayed briefly, followed by
the current gear.
Shifting on the steering wheel
With the selector lever in position D, automatic
drive, you can shift gears using the shift paddles
on the steering wheel. The transmission auto-
matically switches to manual mode. If you do not shift gears with the shift paddles or
accelerate for a certai
n amount of time, the
transmission automatically returns to D, auto-
matic drive.
> Pull one of the shift paddles.
Transmission shifts up.
> Push one of th e shift paddles.
Transmission shifts down.
M1 through M6 are displayed in the tachometer.
Manually releasing the selector lever
lock
Should the selector lever refuse to move out of
position P even though the ignition is switched
on, the brake is depressed and the button on the
selector lever is pressed, the selector lever lock
can be overridden:
1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever.
2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever
until the sleeve is insi de out. Disconnect the
cable connector if necessary.
3. Insert extractor hook 1 into the loop on the
passenger's side.
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Technology for driving comfort and safetyCONTROLS
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Deactivating both DTC and DSC
Press the button for at least 3 seconds; the indi-
cator lamp DSC OFF on the speedometer comes
on and DSC OFF is displayed on the tachometer.
The Dynamic Traction Control DTC and Dynamic
Stability Control DSC are both deactivated. There
will be no more stab ilizing interventions.
Interventions (differentia l lock) in braking occur
to improve propulsion when drive wheels are
rotating unevenly, even when DSC is deacti-
vated.
Activating DSC
Press the button again: the indicator lamps go
out.
Hill Assist
Hill Assist aids you in co mfortably driving off on
inclines. It is not necessary to use the parking
brake for this.
1. Hold the MINI with the brake.
2. Release the brake and immediately drive
off.
Hill Assist holds the car in place for approx.
2 seconds after the brake is released. Depending on the load and gradient, the
vehicle can roll backwa rd slightly during
this period. After you release the brake, immedi-
ately start driving since the Hill Assist only holds
the vehicle for about 2 seconds, and it will start
to roll backward. <
ALL4 all-wheel drive system
ALL4 is the all-wheel drive system of your MINI.
The combined effects of ALL4 and DSC further
optimize the traction and dynamic driving
characteristics. The ALL4 all-wheel drive system
variably distributes the drive force to the front
and rear axle depending on the driving situation
and prevailing road conditions.
Sport button
Pressing the button causes your MINI to respond
even more sportily.
> Engine responds more spontaneously to
movements of the accelerator.
> Steering response is more direct.
> Cooper S, John Cooper Works: the engine
sounds more sporty in coasting mode.
With automatic transmission:
> More rapid gear shifting in Sport program.
Activating the system
Press the button.
The LED lights up.
SPORT is briefly displayed in the tachometer.
Deactivating the system
>Press the button again.
> Switch off the engine.
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
Everything from A to Z
Index
A
ABS Antilock Brake System65
Accepting a call 125
Accessories, see Vehicle equipment 4
Acknowledgment signals for locking/unlocking vehicle 24
Activated-charcoa l filter for
automatic climate control 85
Adaptive Light Control 78
Adding engine oil 147
Additives
– coolant 148
– engine oil 147
Adjusting temperature inside the car, refer to Air
conditioner 82
Adjusting temperature inside the car, refer to Automatic
climate control 83
Airbags 73
– sitting safely 34
– warning lamp 75
Air conditioner 81
Air conditioning mode
– air conditioner 82
– automatic cl imate control83
– ventilation 85
Air distribution
– automatic 84
– individual 83
– manual 83
Air flow rate 82,84
– air conditioning system 82
– automatic cl imate control84
– heating, ventilation 82
Airing, refer to Ventilation85
Air outlets, refer to Air vents 81
Air pressure, checking, refer to Tire inflation pressure 136Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode 82,84
Air supply
– air conditioner 82
– automatic climate control 83
– ventilation 85
Air vents 81
AKI, refer to Fuel grade 135
Alarm system 28
ALL4 all-wheel drive system 67
All-season tires, refer to Winter
tires 144
All-wheel drive, refer to ALL4 67
Ambient air, refer to Recirculated-air
mode 82,
84
Am bient li
ghti

ng80
Antenna, care 151
Antifreeze
– coolant 148
– washer fluid 53
Antilock Brake System ABS 65
Anti-theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 28
Approved axle loads, refer to Weights 186
Approved engine oils 147
Approved gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 186
Armrest, refer to Center
armrest 90
Ashtray 93
Assistant systems, refer to
– Dynamic Stability Control DSC 65
Audio device, external 90Automatic
– air distribution
84
– air flow rate 84
– cruise control 53
– headlamp control 76
Automatic climate control 81
– automatic air distribution 84
Automatic station search 109
Automatic station storage 110
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 47
– interlock 48
– overriding selector lever lock 49
– shiftlock 48
– sport program 49
AUTO program for automatic climate control 84
Auto radio, refer to Radio MINI Boost CD 108
AUX-In, refer to External audio device 90
AUX-In connection 108
Average fuel consumption 56
– setting the units 59
Average speed 57
Axle loads, refer to Weights 186
B
Background lighting, refer to
Ambient lighting 80
Backrests, refer to Seats 35
Backup lamps
– replacing bulb 158,159
Band-aids, refer to First aid pouch 165
Bar, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 167
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Child restraint systems41
Child-safety locks 44
Child seats 41
Chrome parts, care 153
Chrome parts, refer to Care 151
Cigarette lighter 93
Cleaning headlamps 52
– washer fluid 53
Clock
– setting time 62
– 12 h/24 h mode 59
Closing
– from inside 26
– from outside 23
Clothes hooks 92
Cockpit 10
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 46
Comfort Access 30
– replacing the battery 31
– what to observe before
entering a car wash 31
Comfort area, refer to Around the center console 14
Compartment for remote control, refer to Ignition
lock 45
Compass 88
Compressed audio files 113
Computer 56
Condensation, refer to When the vehicle is parked 98
Condition Based Service CBS 149
Configuring settings, refer to
Personal Profile 22
Connecting vacuum cleaner, refer to Connecting electrical
appliances 93
Consumption, refer to Average fuel consumption 56
Controls and displays 10
Convenience operation
– windows 24
Convenient access, refer to Comfort Access 30 Convenient start, refer to
Starting the engine 46
Coolant 148
– checking level 148
– filling 148
– temperature 148
Cooling, maximum 84
Cooling fluid, refer to Coolant 148
Copyright 2
Cornering light, refer to Adaptive Light Control 78
Cruising range 56,57
Cupholders 93
Curb weight, refer to
Wei g

hts186
Current fuel consumption 57
D
Dashboard, refer to Cockpit 10
Dashboard instruments, refer
to Displays 12
Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 79
Data 184
– capacities 187
– dimensions 185
– engine 184
– weights 186
Data memory 150
Date
– setting 62
Daytime running lights 77
DBC Dynamic Brake Control, refer to Brake Assist 65
Deactivating front passenger airbags 73
Deadlocking, refer to
Locking 24
Defect
– door lock 26
Defective
– fuel filler flap 134
Defogging windows 83,85
Defrosting windows 83,85 Defrosting windows and
removing condensation
– air conditioner 83
– automatic climate control 85
Defrosting windshield, refer to Defrosting windows 83,85
Defrost position, refer to
Defrosting windows 83,85
Differential, breaking in 96
Digital compass 88
Digital radio, refer to HD Radio 111
Dimensions 185
Dipstick, engine oil 146
Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 50
Displacement, refer to Engine data 184
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting 79
Displays 12
– instrument panel 12
Displays, care 154
Displays and controls 10
Disposal
– of coolant 148
– remote control battery 31
– vehicle battery 163
Distance remaining to service, refer to Service
requirements 61
Distance warning, refer to Park

Distance Control

PDC 64
Door key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 22
Door lock 26
Door lock, confirmation signals 24
Doors, manual operation 26
DOT Quality Grades 141
Drinks holders, refer to Cupholders 93
Drive-off assistant, refer to Hill Assist 67
Driving dynamics control, refer
to Sport button 67
Driving lamps, refer to Parking lamps/low beams 76
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