2013 MINI 3 door airbag

Protective action
Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐
tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-end
collisions.
Information on how to ensure the opti‐
mal protective effect of the airbags▷Keep at a distance from the airbags.▷Always grasp the steering wheel on the
steering wheel rim, holding your hands at
the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to
keep the danger of injury to your hands or
arms as low as possible if the airbag is trig‐
gered.▷There should be no people, animals, or ob‐
jects between an airbag and a person.▷Do not use the cover of the front airbag on
the front passenger side as a storage area.▷Keep the dashboard and window on the
front passenger side clear, i.e., do not cover
with adhesive labels or coverings, and do
not attach holders such as for navigation in‐
struments and mobile phones.▷Make sure that the front passenger is sitting
correctly, i.e., keeps his or her feet and legs
in the footwell; otherwise, leg injuries can
occur if the front airbag is triggered.▷Do not place slip covers, seat cushions or
other objects on the front passenger seat
that are not approved specifically for seats
with integrated side airbags.▷Do not hang pieces of clothing, such as
jackets, over the backrests.▷Make sure that occupants keep their heads
away from the side airbag and do not rest
against the head airbag; otherwise, injuries
can occur if the airbags are triggered.▷Do not remove the airbag restraint system.▷Do not remove the steering wheel.▷Do not apply adhesive materials to the air‐
bag cover panels, cover them or modify
them in any way.▷Never modify either the individual compo‐
nents or the wiring in the airbag system.
This also applies to steering wheel covers,
the dashboard, the seats, the roof pillars
and the sides of the headliner. ◀
Even when all instructions are followed closely,
injury from contact with the airbags cannot be
ruled out in certain situations.
The ignition and inflation noise may lead to
short-term and, in most cases, temporary hear‐
ing impairment in sensitive individuals.
In the case of a malfunction, deactivation
and after triggering of the airbags
Do not touch the individual components imme‐
diately after the system has been triggered;
otherwise, there is the danger of burns.
Only have the airbags checked, repaired or dis‐
mantled and the airbag generator scrapped by
the service center or a workshop that has the
necessary authorization for handling explo‐
sives.
Non-professional attempts to service the sys‐
tem could lead to failure in an emergency or
undesired triggering of the airbag, either of
which could result in injury. ◀
Warnings and information on the airbags are
also found on the sun visors.
Functional readiness of the airbag
system
When the ignition is switched on, thewarning lamp in the instrument cluster
lights up briefly and thereby indicates
the operational readiness of the entire airbag
system and the belt tensioner.
Airbag system malfunctioning
▷Warning lamp does not come on when the
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When there is a malfunction, have the air‐
bag system checked immediately
When there is a malfunction, have the airbag
system checked immediately; otherwise, there
is a risk that the system does not function as
expected in the event of an accident despite
corresponding severity of the accident. ◀
Automatic deactivation of the front
passenger airbags
The system determines whether the front pas‐
senger seat is occupied by measuring the re‐
sistance of the human body.
The front, knee, and side airbag on the front
passenger side are activated or deactivated ac‐
cordingly.
Leave feet in the footwell
Make sure that the front passenger keeps
his or her feet in the footwell; otherwise, the
front passenger airbags may not function prop‐
erly. ◀
Child restraint fixing system in the front
passenger seat
Before transporting a child on the front passen‐
ger seat, refer to the safety notes and instruc‐
tions under Children on the front passenger
seat. ◀
Malfunction of the automatic deactivation system
When transporting older children and adults,
the front passenger airbags may be deactivated
in certain sitting positions. In this case, the indi‐
cator lamp for the front passenger airbags
lights up.
In this case, change the sitting position so that
the front passenger airbags are activated and
the indicator lamp goes out.
If it is not possible to activate the airbags, have
the person sit in the rear.
To make sure that the occupied seat cushion
can be evaluated correctly▷Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or
other items to the front passenger seat un‐
less they are specifically recommended by
the manufacturer of your vehicle.▷Do not place any electronic devices on the
passenger seat if a child restraint system is
to be installed on it.▷Do not place objects under the seat that
could press against the seat from below.▷No moisture in or on the seat.
Indicator lamp for the front passenger
airbags
The indicator lamp for the front passenger air‐
bags indicates the operating state of the front
passenger airbags.
The lamp indicates whether the airbags are ac‐
tivated or deactivated.
▷The indicator lamp lights up
when a child who is properly
seated in a child restraint fix‐
ing system intended for that
purpose is detected on the
seat or the seat is empty. The
airbags on the front passen‐
ger side are not activated.▷The indicator lamp does not light up when,
for example, a correctly seated person of
sufficient size is detected on the seat. The
airbags on the front passenger side are ac‐
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Detected child seatsThe system generally detects children seated in
a child seat, especially in the child seats that
were required by NHTSA when the vehicle was
manufactured. After installing a child seat,
make sure that the indicator lamp for the front
passenger airbags lights up. This indicates that
the child seat has been detected and the front
passenger airbags are not activated.
Strength of the driver's and front
passenger airbag
The strength with which the driver's and front
passenger airbags are triggered depends on
the position of the driver's and front passenger
seats.
To maintain the accuracy of this function over
the long-term, calibrate the front seats when a
corresponding message appears on the Control
Display.
Calibrating the front seats
A corresponding message appears on the Con‐
trol Display.1.Move the respective seat forward all the
way.2.Move the respective seat forward again. It
moves forward briefly.3.Readjust the seat to the desired position.
The calibration procedure is completed when
the message on the Control Display disappears.
If the message continues to be displayed, re‐
peat the calibration.
If the message does not disappear after a re‐
peat calibration, have the system checked as
soon as possible.
Unobstructed area of movement
Ensure that the area of movement of the
seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury
or damage to objects. ◀
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM
The concept The system monitors tire pressure in the four
mounted tires. The system warns you if there is
a significant loss of pressure in one or more
tires. For this purpose, sensors in the tire valves
measure the tire inflation pressure.
Hints Tire damage due to external factors
Sudden tire damage caused by external
influences cannot be indicated in advance. ◀
Pay attention to the other information and indi‐
cations under Tire inflation pressure, refer to
page 166, as well when using the system.
Functional requirements The system must have been reset with the cor‐
rect tire inflation pressure; otherwise, reliable
signaling of tire pressure loss is not ensured.
Reset the system again after each correction of
the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or
wheel change.
Always use wheels with TPM electronics to en‐
sure that the system will operate properly.
Status display The current status of the Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM can be displayed, e.g., whether or not the
TPM is active.1. Press the button.2. "Vehicle Info"3."Vehicle status"4."Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)"
The status is displayed.
In addition, the current tire inflation pressures
are displayed. The values shown are current
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The setting is stored automatically after ap‐
proximately 10 seconds.
Connecting electrical de‐
vices
Hints Do not plug chargers into the socket
Do not connect battery chargers to the
factory-installed sockets in the vehicle as this
may damage the battery. ◀
Replace the cover after use
Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after
use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter
socket or fixture and cause a short circuit. ◀
Keep the airbag unfolding area clear
Make sure that the devices and cable are
located outside of the unfolding area of the air‐
bag; otherwise, its unfolding can be hindered
or objects can be hurled through the interior
when the airbag unfolds. ◀
Sockets Sockets can be used for the operation of elec‐
trical devices with the engine running or with
the ignition switched on. The total load of all
sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable
connectors.In the center console
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the cargo area
The socket is located on the right side in the
cargo area.
USB interface The concept
Connection for USB devices with music files.
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Everything from A to Z
Index
A
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐
tem 86
ACC, Active Cruise Control 90
Acceleration Assistant, refer to
Launch Control 55
Activated-charcoal filter 109
Active cruise control, ACC 90
Additives, oil 181
Adjusting the headlamps 69
Adjustments, seats/head re‐
straints 32
Adjustments, steering
wheel 39
After washing vehicle 204
Airbags 71
Airbags, indicator/warning
light 72
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐
culated-air mode 105, 108
Air conditioner 104
Air, dehumidifying, refer to
Cooling function 105, 108
Air distribution,
manual 105, 107
Air flow, air conditioner 105
Air flow, automatic climate
control 107
Air pressure, tires 166
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐
tion 109
Alarm system 27
Alarm triggering 27
Alarm, unintentional 28
All around the center con‐
sole 14
All around the headliner 15
All around the steering
wheel 12
All-season tires, refer to Win‐
ter tires 172
Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 111
Alternative oil types 182
Antifreeze, washer fluid 51
Antilock Brake System,
ABS 86
Anti-slip control, refer to
DSC 86
Appendix
Approved axle load 210
Approved engine oils 182
Ash tray 115
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐
tance 198
Assistance when driving
off 89
Assist system, refer to Intelli‐
gent Safety 79
AUTO intensity 107
Automatic car wash 203
Automatic climate con‐
trol 106
Automatic cruise control with
Stop & Go 90
Automatic Curb Monitor 37
Automatic deactivation, front
passenger airbags 73
Automatic headlamp con‐
trol 67
Automatic locking 27
Automatic recirculated-air
control 108
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 52
AUTO program, automatic cli‐
mate control 107
AUTO program, intensity 107
Auto Start/Stop function 46
Average fuel consumption 64
Average speed 64
Axle loads, weights 210
B
Backrest curvature, refer to
Lumbar support 33
Balance 138
Band-aids, refer to First aid
kit 198
Bar for tow-starting/
towing 201
Bass 138
Battery replacement, vehicle
battery 196
Battery, vehicle 196
Belts, safety belts 34
Beverage holder, cu‐
pholder 119
Bluetooth, refer to Hands-free
system 152
Bonus range, GREEN
mode 132
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐
pholder 119
Brake assistant 86
Brake discs, breaking in 124
Brake pads, breaking in 124
Braking, hints 125
Breakdown assistance 198
Breaking in 124
Bug light 188
Bulb replacement 187
Bulb replacement, front 188
Bulb replacement, rear 190
Bulb replacement, side 193
Bulbs and lamps 187
Button, RES 92
Button, Start/Stop 44
Bypassing, refer to Jump-
starting 198
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Disposal, coolant 183
Disposal, vehicle battery 197
Distance control, refer to PDC 98
Distance covered, setting units 65
Door lock, refer to Remote control 20
Drive mode, GREEN mode 131
Drive mode lock, manually unlocking 54
Drive-off assistant 89
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 86
Driving Dynamics Control 88
Driving instruction, GREEN mode 133
Driving instructions, breaking in 124
Driving mode 88
Driving notes, general 124
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 86
Driving tips 124
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 86
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 87
Dynamic Damping Control 87
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 86
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 87
E Electronic displays, instrument cluster 57
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 86
Emergency detection, remote control 21
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 162 Emergency service, refer to
Roadside Assistance 198
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 21
Emergency unlocking, door lock 24
Energy Control 60
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 46
Engine, automatic switch- off 46
Engine compartment 178
Engine compartment, working in 178
Engine coolant 183
Engine idling when driving, coasting 133
Engine oil 180
Engine oil, adding 181
Engine oil additives 181
Engine oil change 182
Engine oil filler neck 181
Engine oil temperature 59
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 182
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 182
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 21
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 198
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 45
Engine stop 45
Engine temperature 59
Entering a car wash 203
Equipment, interior 110
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 86
Exchanging wheels/tires 171
Exhaust system 125
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 38
Exterior mirrors 37
External start 198 External temperature dis‐
play 59
External temperature warn‐ ing 59
Eyes for securing cargo 128
F
Fader 138
Failure message, refer to Check Control 57
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 28
Fan, refer to Air flow 105, 107
Fault displays, refer to Check Control 57
Filler neck for engine oil 181
Fine wood, care 205
First aid kit 198
Fitting for towing, refer to Tow fitting 201
Flat tire, changing wheels 193
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 77
Flat tire, repairing 173
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 74
Flat tire, warning lamp 75, 78
Flooding 125
Floor carpet, care 206
Floor mats, care 206
Fogged up windows 105
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 51
Foot brake 125
Formats, setting 65
Front airbags 71
Front fog lamps 69
Front passenger airbags, auto‐ matic deactivation 73
Front passenger airbags, indi‐ cator lamp 73
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 77
Fuel 164
Fuel cap 162
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Fuel consumption, refer toAverage fuel consump‐
tion 64
Fuel filler flap 162
Fuel gauge 59
Fuel quality 164
Fuel recommendation 164
Fuel, tank capacity 211
Fuse 197
G Garage door opener, refer to Universal garage door
opener 110
Gasoline 164
Gasoline quality 164
Gear change, automatic trans‐ mission 53
Gear selector lever, automatic transmission 53
Gear shift indicator 61
General driving notes 124
Glass sunroof, refer to Panor‐ amic glass sunroof 30
Glove compartment 118
Gong, volume equaliza‐ tion 138
GREEN mode 131
GREEN mode, bonus range 132
GREEN mode indicator 131
GREEN - program, driving dy‐ namics 88
GREEN tip 133
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 210
Ground clearance 126
H Halogen headlamps 188
Handbrake, refer to parking brake 48
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 111 Hands-free system 152
Hazard warning flashers 198
HD Radio 141
Head airbags 71
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 67
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 67
Headlamp flasher 49
Headlamp glass 187
Headlamps, care 204
Headlamp washer system 49
Headliner 15
Head restraints 32
Head restraints, front 35
Head restraints, rear 36
Heavy cargo, stowing 128
High-beam Assistant 68
High beams 49
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 68
Hills 126
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 89
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 119
Homepage 6
Hood 178
Horn 12
Hot exhaust system 125
Hydroplaning 125
I
Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 59
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 59
Identification marks, tires 169
Identification number, refer to Important features in the en‐
gine compartment 178
Ignition key, refer to Remote control 20
Ignition off 44
Ignition on 44 Illuminated ring, central in‐
strument cluster 65
Indication of a flat tire 75, 78
Individual air distribu‐ tion 105, 107
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 21
Inflation pressure, tires 166
Inflation pressure warning, tires 77
Info display, refer to Com‐ puter 63
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 75
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 78
Instrument cluster 56
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 57
Instrument lighting 70
Integrated key 20
Intelligent Safety 79
Intensity, AUTO program 107
Interior equipment 110
Interior lamps 70
Interior lamps via remote con‐ trol 22
Interior motion sensor 28
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 38
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 112
Interior rearview mirror, man‐ ually dimmable 38
Internet site 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 60
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 194
Joystick, automatic transmis‐ sion 53
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K
Key/remote control 20
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort
Access 25
Key Memory, refer to Personal
Profile 21
Kickdown, automatic trans‐
mission 53
Knee airbag 71
L
Lamp replacement 187
Lamp replacement, front 188
Lamp replacement, rear 190
Lamp replacement, side 193
Lamps and bulbs 187
Language, setting 65
Lashing eyes, securing
cargo 128
LATCH child restraint fixing
system 41
Launch Control 55
Leather, care 204
LED bug light 188
LED headlamps 188
LED ring, central instrument
cluster 65
LEDs, light-emitting di‐
odes 187
Left-hand traffic, lamp set‐
ting 69
License Texts and Certifica‐
tions
Light 66
Light-alloy wheels, care 205
Light-emitting diodes,
LEDs 187
Lighter 115
Lighting 66
Lighting via remote con‐
trol 22
Light switch 66
Load 127
Loading 127
Lock, door 23
Locking/unlocking via door
lock 23
Locking/unlocking with re‐
mote control 22
Locking, automatic 27
Locking, settings 26
Low beams 66
Low beams, automatic, refer
to High-beam Assistant 68
Lower back support, mechani‐
cal 33
Low-Sulfur Diesel 165
Lug bolt lock 196
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack 128
Lumbar support, mechani‐
cal 33
M
Maintenance 184
Maintenance require‐
ments 184
Maintenance, service require‐
ments 60
Maintenance system,
MINI 184
Malfunction displays, refer to
Check Control 57
Manual air distribu‐
tion 105, 107
Manual air flow 105, 107
Manual mode, transmis‐
sion 53
Manual operation, door
lock 23
Manual operation, exterior
mirrors 37
Manual operation, fuel filler
flap 162
Manual operation, Park Dis‐
tance Control PDC 99
Manual transmission 52
Manufacturer of the MINI 6
Marking on approved
tires 172
Marking, run-flat tires 173
Master key, refer to Remote
control 20
Maximum cooling 107
Maximum speed, display 61
Maximum speed, winter
tires 172
Medical kit 198
Menu in instrument cluster 63
Microfilter 106, 109
MID - program, driving dy‐
namics 88
MINI maintenance sys‐
tem 184
Minimum tread, tires 170
Mirrors 37
Mobile communication devi‐
ces in the vehicle 125
Mobile phone 152
Mobility System 173
Mode, GREEN Mode 131
Modifications, technical, refer
to Safety 6
Moisture in headlamp 187
Mounting of child restraint fix‐
ing systems 40
Multifunction steering wheel,
buttons 12
N
Neck restraints, front, refer to
Head restraints 35
Neck restraints, rear, refer to
Head restraints 36
New wheels and tires 171
No Passing Information 61
Nylon rope for tow-starting/
towing 201
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐
tics 184
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