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Controls overviewCONTROLS
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Controls overview
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.
Fuel gauge
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 13.2USgal/50liters.
You can find information on refueling on
page 193.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period,
when you are driving in mountainous areas, for
example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly.
The arrow next to the gas pump symbol of the
fuel gauge points toward the side of the vehicle
with the fuel filler flap.
Reserve
Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone
of approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters the remaining indi-
cator lamps change from orange to red, arrow,
and a message is displaye d briefly on the Control
Display. The tachometer displays the remaining
cruising range. When the range is less than
approx. 30 miles/50 km, the message remains
in the Control Display. If the range displayed is less than
30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other-
wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and
damage may occur. <
With a dynamic driving st yle, e.g. rapid corner-
ing, engine functions are not always assured.
Tachometer
Never operate the engine with the needle in the
red overspeed zone of the gauge. In this range,
the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the
engine.
Displays in tachometer
1Current vehicle speed
2 Odometer in kilometers, trip recorder,
external temperature, time
3 Resetting the trip odometer
Press button on turn sign al indicator to call up
information in the display area 2.
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RefuelingMOBILITY
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MINI Clubman:
Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump sym-
bol; the fuel filler flap opens.
Observe the following when refueling
Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when
handling fuel; otherwise, there is a danger of
personal injury and property damage. <
Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise,
overflowing fuel can cause damage to the
environment and the vehicle.<
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler
nozzle while filling the tank, as that would lead
to
> premature pump shutoff
> reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-
ery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
If the range displayed is less than
30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other-
wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and
damage could occur.<
Approx. 13.2 US gal/50 liters, including the
reserve capacity of 2.1 US gal/8 liters.
Fuel specifications
Gasoline
For optimum fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be free of sulfur or as low in sulfur as possible.
Fuels that are labeled at the pump as containing
metal may not be used.
Do not fill the tank with leaded gasoline or
gasoline that contai ns metal additives,
such as manganese or iron; otherwise, long term
damage to the catalytic converter or other com-
ponents may result. <
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of up to
10 %, that is, E10, can be used.
The ethanol should meet the following quality
standards:
US: ASTM 4806-xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511-xx
xx: Always observe currently valid standards.
Do not fill the tank with E85, i.e. fuel con-
taining 85 % ethanol, nor with FlexFuel.
Otherwise, the engine and fuel supply system
will be damaged. <
The engine is knocking regulated. Therefore, dif-
ferent grades of gasoline can be used for refuel-
ing.
Recommended gasoline grades
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends:
> AKI 91.
> John Cooper Works AKI 93.
Minimum grade
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends
AKI 89.
Do not use any gasoline below the speci-
fied minimum fuel grade. Otherwise, the
engine could be damaged. <
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI rating,
the engine may produce knocking sounds when
starting at high external temperatures. This has
no effect on the engine life.
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
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Engine malfunction
– indicator lamp13
Engine oil
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils 209
– alternative oil types 209
– approved engine oils 209
– capacity 209
– checking level 208
– dipstick 208
– intervals between changes, refer to Service
requirements 61
– MINI Maintenance System 211
Engine oil level, checking 208
Engine output, refer to Engine data 238
Engine starti ng, refer to
Starting the engine 48
Entering destination 112
Entering intersection 113
Entertainment sound output on/off 132
Entry map for destination 117
ESP Electronic Stability Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 69
Exhaust system, refer to Hot exhaust system 101
Exterior mirrors 42
– adjusting 42
– automatic heating 42
– folding in and out 42
External audio device 94
External audio device, refer to
AUX-In connection 145
External care 213
External devices
– random play sequence 148
– Software update 153
External temperature display
– change units of measure 60
– in the onboard computer 60Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away 233
– for tying down loads 105
F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control 63
Failure of an electrical
consumer 230
Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 41
Fastest route for navigation 121
Fast forward
– CD player 144
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 63
Filter
– microfilter/activated- charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 89
– microfilter for air conditioner 87
Fine wood, care 216
First aid pouch 231
Fixture for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock 47
Flash when locking/
unlocking 28
Flat load floor 104
Flat tire
– run-flat tires 205
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 74
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 71
– indicating a flat tire 73
– initializing the system 72
– snow chains 72
– system limits 72
Flat tires, refer to Tire condition 204
Floor mats, care 215
Floor plate, refer to Flat load floor 104
FM, waveband 135 Fog lamps
– replacing bulb
220,223
Folding rear seat backrest 103
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely 101
Footwell lamps 84
For your own safety 4
Front airbags 78
Front fog lamps 83
– replacing bulb 220
Front seat adjustment 39
Frost on windows, refer to Defrosting windows 87,89
FTM, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 71
Fuel 193
– gauge 57
– high-quality brands 193
– quality 193
– specifications 193
– tank capacity 244
Fuel c l
ock, refer to Fuel
gauge 57
Fuel consumption display
– average fuel consumption 58
Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 57
Fuel filler flap 192
– releasing in the event of electrical malfunction 192
Fuses 230
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control 90
Gasoline
– refer to Average fuel
consumption 58
Gasoline, refer to Required fuel 193
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel gauge 57
Gear indicator
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 50
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