2014 MINI 3 door flat tire

Run-flat tiresLabel
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels are composed of tires that are self-
supporting to a limited degree.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐
main drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a tire inflation pressure loss.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 101.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 98.
Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Repairing a flat tire Safety measures in case of a breakdown
Park the vehicle as far away as possible
from passing traffic and on solid ground.
Switch on the hazard warning system.
Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels
are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away by set‐
ting the parking brake.
Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehi‐
cle and ensure that they remain outside the im‐
mediate area in a safe place, such as behind a
guardrail.
If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an ap‐
propriate distance.
Comply with all safety guidelines and regula‐
tions. ◀
Mobility System
The concept
With the Mobility System, minor tire damage
can be sealed quickly to enable continued travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped
into the tires, which seals the damage from the
inside.
The compressor can be used to check the tire
inflation pressure.
Hints▷Follow the instructions on using the Mobi‐
lity System found on the compressor and
sealant container.▷Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐
tive if the tire puncture measures approx.
1/8 in/4 mm or more.▷Contact the nearest service center if the tire
cannot be made drivable.▷If possible, do not remove foreign bodies
that have penetrated the tire.▷Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant
container and apply it to the steering
wheel.▷The use of a sealant can damage the TPM
wheel electronics. In this case, have the
electronics checked at the next opportunity
and have them replaced if needed.
Storage
The Mobility System is located under the cargo
floor panel.
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Sealant container▷Sealant container, arrow 1.▷Filling hose, arrow 2.
Observe use-by date on the sealant container.
Compressor
1On/off reel2Holder for bottle3Reduce inflation pressure4Inflation pressure dial5Compressor6Connector/cable for socket7Connection hose — stowed in the bottom
of the compressorFilling the tire with sealant1.Shake the sealant container.2.Take the connection hose completely out of
the compressor housing. Do not kink the
hose.3.Attach the connection hose to the connec‐
tor of the sealant container, ensuring that it
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4.Slide the sealant container upright into the
holder on the compressor housing, ensur‐
ing that it engages audibly.5.Screw the connection hose onto the tire
valve of the defective wheel.6.With the compressor switched off, insert
the plug into a power socket inside the ve‐
hicle.7.With the ignition turned on or the engine
running, reel on the compressor.
Let the compressor run for approx. 3 to 8 mi‐
nutes to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a
tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.
While the tire is being filled with sealant, the
tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach
approx. 5 bar. Do not reel off the compressor at
this point.
Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas, since breathing in exhaust fumes may
lead to loss of consciousness and death. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas. ◀
Switch off the compressor after 10 mi‐
nutes
Do not allow the compressor to run longer than
10 minutes; otherwise, the device will overheat
and may be damaged. ◀
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not
reached:
1.Switch off the compressor.2.Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel.3.Drive forward and back to distribute the
sealant in the tire.4.Inflate the tire again using the compressor.
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Stowing the Mobility System1.Remove the connection hose of the sealant
container from the wheel.2.Remove the connection hose from the seal‐
ant container.3.Wrap the empty sealant container and con‐
nection hose in suitable material to avoid
dirtying the cargo area.4.Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐
cle.
Distributing the sealant
Immediately drive approx. 5 mls/10 km/h to
ensure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the tire.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
To correct the tire inflation pressure
1.Stop at a suitable location.2.Screw the connection hose onto the tire
valve stem.3.Attach the connection hose directly to the
compressor.4.Insert the connector into a power socket in‐
side the vehicle.5.Correct the tire inflation pressure to 2.5 bar.▷Increase pressure: with the ignition
turned on or the engine running, reel
on the compressor.▷To reduce the pressure: press the but‐
ton on the compressor.
Continuing the trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed
of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 100.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to
page 96.
Replace the defective tire and the sealant con‐
tainer of the Mobility System as soon as possi‐
ble.
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Snow chainsFine-link snow chains
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains have
been tested by the manufacturer of your vehi‐
cle, classified as road-safe and approved.
Information about the approved snow chains
are available from the service center.
Use
Use only in pairs on the front wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:▷175/65 R 15.▷175/60 R 16.
Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Make sure that the snow chains are always suf‐
ficiently tight. Retighten as needed according
to the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control if needed.
Maximum speed with snow chains
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h
when using snow chains.
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The wire is long enough to guide the socket
down and through between any heat shield
that may be installed and the bumper.4.Replace defective bulb.5.To install the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Right fog lamp:
1.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.
The wire is long enough to guide the socket
down and through between any heat shield
that may be installed and the bumper.2.Replace defective bulb.3.To install the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Side turn signal, bulb replacement
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
Bulbs:
▷With orange lens: W5W▷With white lens: WY5W diadem1.Pull the turn signal housing at the top out
of the catch, then unhook it at the bottom.2.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.3.Replace the bulb.4.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and install the turn signal hous‐
ing.
First hook the turn signal housing to the
bottom, then at the top press it into the
latch.
Changing wheels
Hints
When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire
does not need to be changed immediately in
the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
Which is why no spare tire is available.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
accessories from your service center.
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The defective wheel cannot be stored in the
compact wheel bracket because of its size.3.Check tire inflation pressure at the next op‐
portunity and correct as needed.4.Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 100.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer
to page 97.5.Replace the damaged tires as soon as pos‐
sible.
Driving with the compact wheel
Watch the speed when driving with the
emergency wheel
Drive conservatively and do not exceed a speed
of 50 mph/80 km/h; otherwise, changed driving
characteristics such as reduced lane stability
while braking, extended braking distance and
changed self-steering properties in the limit
area. ◀
Mount one emergency wheel only
Only a single emergency wheel may be
mounted. Reinstall wheels and tires of the orig‐
inal size as quickly as possible; otherwise, there
is a safety risk. ◀
Vehicle battery Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐
trolyte will last for the life of the battery.
Your service center will be glad to advise you
on questions regarding the battery.
Battery replacement Use approved vehicle batteries only
Only use vehicle batteries that have been
approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer;
otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and
systems or functions may not be fully availa‐
ble. ◀
After a battery replacement, have the battery
registered on the vehicle by your service center
to ensure that all comfort features are fully
available and that any Check Control messages
are no longer displayed.
Charging the battery
Note Do not connect charging devices to the
12 volt socket in the vehicle
Do not connect battery chargers to the factory-
installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as this
may damage the vehicle battery due to an in‐
creased power consumption. ◀
General information
Make sure that the battery is always sufficiently
charged to guarantee that the battery remains
usable for its full service life.
The battery may need to be charged in the fol‐
lowing cases:▷When making frequent short-distance
drives.▷If the vehicle is not used for prolonged peri‐
ods, longer than a month.▷Steptronic transmission: when parked for
long periods of time in selector lever posi‐
tion D, R or N.
Starting aid terminals
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
starting aid terminals, refer to page 208, in the
engine compartment with the engine off.
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be reset.
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:
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Direction indicator, refer toTurn signals 65
Display, electronic, instrument cluster 73
Display, engine tempera‐ ture 82
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 91
Displays 72
Displays, cleaning 215
Disposal, coolant 192
Disposal, vehicle battery 206
Distance control, refer to PDC 121
Distance to destination 82
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock, refer to Remote control 34
Drive mode, GREEN mode 160
Drive-off assistant 112
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 109
Driving Dynamics Control 111
Driving Excitement, SPORT 82
Driving instruction, GREEN mode 162
Driving instructions, break- in 152
Driving mode 111
Driving notes, general 152
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 109
Driving style analysis 164
Driving tips 152
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 109
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 110
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 110
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 109
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 110 E
Electronic displays, instrument cluster 73
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 188
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 109
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 168
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 207
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Energy Control 78
Engine, automatic reel-off 62
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 62
Engine compartment 186
Engine compartment, working in 186
Engine coolant 191
Engine idling when driving, coasting 163
Engine oil 188
Engine oil, adding 189
Engine oil additives 189
Engine oil change 190
Engine oil filler neck 189
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 190
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 190
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 207
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 61
Engine stop 61
Engine temperature, dis‐ play 82
Entering a car wash 212
Equipment, interior 137 Error displays, see Check Con‐
trol 73
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 109
Exchanging wheels/tires 179
Exhaust system 153
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 54
Exterior mirrors 53
External start 207
External temperature dis‐ play 77
External temperature warn‐ ing 77
Eyes for securing cargo 156
F Failure message, see Check Control 73
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 44
Fan, refer to Air flow 131, 133
Favorites buttons, onboard monitor 24
Filler neck for engine oil 189
Fine wood, care 214
First aid kit 207
Fitting for towing, see tow fit‐ ting 210
Flat tire, changing wheels 202
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 100
Flat tire, repairing 181
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 96
Flat tire, warning lamp 97, 100
Flooding 153
Floor carpet, care 215
Floor mats, care 215
Fogged up windows 131
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 67
Foot brake 153
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