Contents
The fastest way to find information on a particu-
lar topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page188.
4 Notes
7 Reporting safety defects
AT A GLANCE 9
10Cockpit
16 Radio
CONTROLS 21
22Opening and closing
34 Adjustments
41 Transporting children safely
45 Driving
55 Controls overview
64 Technology for drivin g comfort and safety
76 Lamps
81 Climate
86 Practical interior accessories
DRIVING TIPS 95
96Things to remember when driving
ENTERTAINMENT 107
108Radio MINI Boost CD
COMMUNICATIONS 119
120Telephone
MOBILITY 133
134Refueling
136 Wheels and tires
145 Engine compartment
149 Maintenance
151 Care
155 Replacing components
165 Giving and receiving assistance
169 Indicator and warning lamps
REFERENCE 183
184Technical data
188 Everything from A to Z
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Notes
6
Detailed information about these warranties is
listed in the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and
designed to meet the particular operating con-
ditions and homologation requirements in your
country and continental region in order to
deliver the full driving pleasure while the vehicle
is operated under those conditions. If you wish
to operate your vehicle in another country or
region, you may be requ ired to adapt your
vehicle to meet different prevailing operating
conditions and registration requirements. You
should also be aware of any applicable warranty
limitations or exclusions for such country or
region. In such a case, please contact Customer
Relations for further information.
Maintenance
Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain road
safety, operational reliability and the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Specifications for required maintenance
measures:
> MINI Maintenance System
> Service and Warranty Information Booklet
for US models
> Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
If the vehicle is not ma intained according to
these specifications, this could result in serious
damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not cov-
ered by the MINI New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Data memory
A variety of electronic components in your vehi-
cle include data storage devices, which store
technical information on the condition of your
vehicle, events and errors, either temporarily or
permanently. In general, this technical informa-
tion documents the condition of a component,
a module, a system or the surroundings: >
Operating conditions of system compo-
nents, e.g., fill levels.
> Status messages regarding the vehicle and
of its individual comp onents, such as wheel
rpm/vehicle speed, response delay, lateral
acceleration.
> Malfunctions and defects in the major
system components, such as the lights and
brakes.
> Responses of the vehicle in special driving
situations, such as th e deployment of an
airbag, the utilization of stability control
systems.
> Environmental conditio ns, such as tempera-
ture.
These data are exclusively of a technical nature
and are used for the detection and correction of
errors, as well as the optimization of vehicle
functions. Motion profiles of traveled routes can
not be deduced from these data. If services are
required, such as repair services, service pro-
cesses, warranty claims an d quality assurance,
then this technical info rmation can be read out
by employees of service departments, including
the manufacturer, from the event and error data
storage devices by usin g special diagnostic
equipment. There, if necessary, you will receive
further information. Afte r remedying an error,
the information in the error memory is deleted
or progressively overwritten.
When using the vehicle, situations are conceiv-
able in which this techni cal data, in conjunction
with other information, su ch as accident reports,
vehicle damage, witness statements, etc. - pos-
sibly with the assistance of an expert - could be
traced to particular individuals. Additional func-
tions that are agreed upon contractually with
the customer, such as vehi cle tracking in case of
emergency, permit the transmission of certain
vehicle data from the vehicle.
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Technical data
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.
Engine data
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Displacement cu in/
cmμ 97.5/1,598 97.5/1,598
97.5/
1,598
Number of cylinders 44 4
Maximum power
output hp
121181 208
At engine speed rpm 6,0005,500 6,000
Maximum torque
with overboost lb ft/
Nm
114/155
– 177/240
192/260 207/280
221/300
At engine speed
with overboost rpm
4,250
– 1,600-5,000
1,730-4,500 1,900-5,000
2,100-4,500
Overboost briefly raises the maximum torque at high rates of acceleration, e. g. when passing.
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Dimensions
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1Vehicle height without roof
antenna 61.5/1,561 61.5/1,561 61.5/1,561
2 Track, front
60/1,525 60/1,525 60.1/1,527
3 Vehicle width, with outside
mirror 78.5/1,995 78.5/1,995 78.6/1,996
4 Track, rear
61.1/1,551 61.1/1,551 61.2/1,554
5 Vehicle width, without outside
mirror 70.4/1,789 70.4/1,789 70.4/1,789
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Weights
6Wheelbase
102.2/2,595 102.2/2,595 102.2/2,596
7 Vehicle length
161.7/4,108 161.8/4,110 163.2/4,144
All dimensions in in/mm. Minimum turning radius dia.: 38.1 ft/11.6 m.
CooperCooper SJohn Cooper Works
CooperCooper S
Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras
> Manual transmission lbs/kg2,954/1,340 3,053/1,385
> Automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,020/1,3703,097/1,405
Approved gross weight
> Manual transmission lbs/kg3,858/1,750 3,990/1,810
> Automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,924/1,7804,034/1,830
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission lbs/kg2,050/930 2,127/965
> Automatic transmission lbs/kg 2,116/9602,172/985
Approved rear axle load lbs/kg1,918/870 1,918/870
Approved roof load ca pacity lbs/kg 165/75165/75
Cargo area capacity cu ft/
liters 12.4 - 41.3/
350 - 1,170 12.4 - 41.3/
350 - 1,170
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Curb weight, ready for travel , with all optional extras
> Manual transmission lbs/kg3,208/1,455 3,263/1,480
> Automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,252/1,4753,307/1,500
Approved gross weight
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Never exceed either the approved axle loads or
the gross vehicle weight.
Capacities
>Manual transmission lbs/kg4,101/1,860 4,156/1,885
> Automatic transmission lbs/kg4,145/1,880 4,200/1,905
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission lbs/kg2,183/990 2,183/990
> Automatic transmission lbs/kg2,227/1,010 2,227/1,010
Approved rear axle load lbs/kg2,017/915 2,072/940
Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75165/75
Cargo area capacity cu ft/
liters 12.4 - 41.3/
350 - 1,170 12.4 - 41.3/
350 - 1,170
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US gal/US quartsLitersNotes
Fuel tank 12.4/– approx. 47 Fuel grade: page 135
including reserve of 2.1/– approx. 8
Window washer system incl.
headlamp washer system –/4.2 approx. 4 For more details: page 53
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Manual mode
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 49
Manual operation
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 134
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission 49
Manual station search 109
Manual transmission 47
Manual washing 152
Master key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 22
Maximum cooling 84
Maximum speed
– with winter tires 144
Medical assistance, refer to First aid pouch 165
Microfilter
– for air conditioner 83
– for automatic climate control 85
– MINI Maintenance System 149
Microfilter/activated-charcoal
filter
– MINI Maintenance System 149
Microphone for telephone 14
MINI Internet page 4
MINI Maintenance System 149
Mirror dimming feature 40
Mirrors 39
– exterior mirrors 39
– heating 40
– interior rearview mirror 40
Mobile phone
– adjusting volume 125
– connecting, refer to Mobile
phone, pairing 122
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 90
– pairing 122
– What to do if…. 124
Mobility Kit 160
Modifications, technical, refer to For your own safety 4Monitoring syst
em for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 68
MP3 113
Multifunctional steering wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel 11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/ headlamp flasher 50
– refer to Wiper system 51
Music tracks
– playing a track 114
– random order 113
N
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints 36
Nets, refer to Storage compartments 91
New tires 143
Number of cylinders, refer to Engine data 184
Number of safety belts 34
Nylon rope, refer to Tow rope 168
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket for
On-Board Diagnosis 150
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications 135
Odometer 56
Oil, refer to Engine oil 146
Oil consumption 146
Oil level 146
Oil types 147
Old batteries, refer to Disposal 163
Opening and closing
– Comfort Access 30
– from inside 26
– from outside 23
– using the door lock 26
– using the remote control 23Opening and unlocking
– from inside
26
Outlets
– refer to Ventilation 85
Outlets, refer to Air vents 81
Output, refer to Engine data 184
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control 84
Overheated engine, refer to
Coolant temperature 148
P
Paintwork, care152
Park Distance Control PDC 64
Parking
– vehicle 46
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control PDC 64
Parking brake 47
Parking lamps, replacing
bulb 157
Parking lamps/low beams 76
Parts and accessories, see
Vehicle equipment 4
Pathway lighting 77
PDC
– volume 108
Personal Profile 22
Phone numbers
– dialing 126
Pinch protection system
– windows 33
Plastic parts, care 154
Playing a track, scan
– CD 114
Pollen
– refer to Microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 85
– refer to Microfilter for air
conditioner 83
Power failure 164
Power window
– safety switch 33
Power windows 32
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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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