2014 MINI Clubman ECO mode

Wheels and tiresVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Tire inflation pressure Safety information
It is not merely the tires' service life, but also
driving comfort and, to a great extent, driving
safety that depend on the condition of the tires
and the maintenance of the specified tire pres‐
sure.
Checking the pressure Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
Regularly check the tire inflation pressure
and correct it as needed: at least twice a month
and before a long trip. If you fail to observe this
precaution, you may be driving on tires with in‐
correct tire pressures, a condition that may not
only compromise your vehicle's driving stabil‐
ity, but also lead to tire damage and the risk of
an accident.
Do not drive with depressurized or flat tires, ex‐
cept for run-flat tires. A flat tire will seriously
impair your vehicle's handling and braking re‐
sponse. Attempts to drive on a flat tire can lead
to a loss of control over the vehicle. ◀
Only check the tire inflation pressure when the
tires are cold. This means after a maximum of
1.25 miles/2 km driving or when the vehicle
has been parked for at least 2 hours. When thetires are warm, the tire inflation pressure is
higher.
After correcting the tire inflation pressure, reset
the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 72
or reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 70.
MINI: checking the inflation pressure of
the compact wheel
To check the inflation pressure, there is a valve
extension behind the bumper.
MINI Clubman: checking the inflation
pressure of the compact wheel
To check the inflation pressure, fold up the flat
loading floor if necessary. Remove the onboard
vehicle tool kit and compact wheel, refer to
page 171.
Pressure specifications
The tables below provide all the correct infla‐
tion pressures for the specified tire sizes at am‐
bient temperature.
The inflation pressures apply to the tire sizes
approved and tire brands recommended by the
manufacturer of the MINI; a list of these is
available from the service center.
For correct identification of the right tire infla‐
tion pressures, observe the following:
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pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-
profile tires.
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐
fects:▷Unusual vibrations during driving.▷Unusual handling such as a strong ten‐
dency to pull to the left or right.
Damage can be caused by driving over curbs,
road damage and similar situations.
In case of tire damage
If there are indications of tire damage, re‐
duce your speed immediately and have the
wheels and tires checked right away; other‐
wise, there is the increased risk of an accident.
Drive carefully to the next service center or tire
shop.
If necessary, have the vehicle towed.
Otherwise, tire damage can present a life-
threatening hazard to vehicle occupants and
other road users. ◀
Repair of tire damage
For safety reasons, the manufacturer of
your vehicle recommends that you do not have
damaged tires repaired; they should be re‐
placed. Otherwise, damage can occur as a re‐
sult. ◀
Tire age RecommendationFor several reasons, among other things be‐
cause of beginning brittleness, the manufac‐
turer of your MINI recommends mounting new
tires at the latest after six years, regardless of
the actual wear.
Manufacture date The date of manufacture of the tires is specified
in the tire label:
DOT … 2313: the tire was manufactured in
week 23 of 2013.
Changing wheels and
tires
Mounting Information on mounting tires
Have mounting and balancing performed
only by a service center or tire specialist.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is
the danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards. ◀
Wheel and tire combination Information on the right wheel and tire combi‐
nation and rim version for your vehicle can be
obtained from the service center.
Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair
the function of a variety of systems such as ABS
or DSC.
To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐
sponse, use only tires with a single tread con‐
figuration from a single manufacturer.
Following tire damage, have the original wheel
and tire combination remounted on the vehicle
as soon as possible.
Approved wheels and tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle recom‐
mends that you use only wheels and tires that
have been approved for your particular vehicle
model.
For example, despite having the same official
size ratings, variations can lead to body contact
and with it, the risk of severe accidents.
The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot evalu‐
ate non-approved wheels and tires to deter‐
mine if they are suited for use, and therefore
cannot ensure the operating safety of the vehi‐
cle if they are mounted. ◀Seite 149Wheels and tiresMobility149
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MaintenanceVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
MINI maintenance system
The MINI maintenance system provides infor‐
mation on required maintenance measures and
thus provides support in maintaining road
safety and the operational reliability of the ve‐
hicle.
Condition Based Service
CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐
count the various driving conditions of your
MINI. Based on this, Condition Based Service
determines the current and future mainte‐
nance requirements.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance you need to your user
profile.
Detailed information on service requirements
can be displayed in the tachometer, refer to
page 59.
Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is
continuously stored in the remote control. Your
service center will read out this data and sug‐
gest the right array of service procedures for
your vehicle. Therefore, hand your service spe‐
cialist the remote control that you used most
recently.
Setting the correct date
Make sure the date is set correctly; other‐
wise, the effectiveness of CBS Condition Based
Service is not ensured. ◀
Service and Warranty In‐
formation Booklet for
US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Book‐
let for Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor‐
mation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
for additional information on service require‐
ments.
Maintenance and repair should be performed
by your service center. Make sure to have regu‐
lar maintenance procedures recorded in the ve‐
hicle's Service and Warranty Information Book‐
let for US models, and in the Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
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Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Socket for Onboard Diagnosis
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis may
only be used by the service center, by work‐
shops that operate according to the specifica‐
tions of the vehicle manufacturer with appro‐
priately trained personnel, and by other
authorized persons. Otherwise, its use may
lead to vehicle malfunctions. ◀
Primary components in the vehicle emissions
can be checked via the OBD socket using a de‐
vice.
Emissions The warning lamps light up. The vehicle
is producing higher emissions. You can
continue your journey, but moderate
your speed and exercise due caution. Have the
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Under certain circumstances, one of the lamps
flashes or lights up continuously. This indicates
that there is excessive misfiring or a malfunc‐
tion in the engine. If this happens, reduce the
vehicle speed and drive to the next service cen‐
ter promptly. Serious engine misfiring within a
brief period can seriously damage emission
control components, in particular the catalytic
converter. In addition, the mechanical engine
components may become damaged.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight‐
ened, the OBD system may conclude
that fuel vapor is escaping; this will cause a dis‐
play to light up. If the filler cap is then tight‐
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Prescribed engine oils, refer toApproved engine oils 158
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 72
Pressure, tires 142
Pressure warning, tires 69
Profile depth, refer to Mini‐ mum tread depth 148
Profile, tires 148
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection– Windows 32
R
Radio MINI Boost CD 112
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 20
Radio ready state 44
Radio ready state, switched off 45
Radio ready state, switched
on 44
Radio setting, refer to Radio ready state 44
Rain sensor 48
Range 56
Rear door, refer to Club‐ door 26
Rear doors, refer to Split door 27
Rear fog lamp 65
Rear fog lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 167
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 167
Rear swing doors, refer to Split door 27
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐ rors 38
Rear window defroster 83, 86
Rear window, washing 50
Rear window wiper 50
Recirculated air mode 83, 85
Recommended tire
brands 150
Releasing, refer to Unlock‐ ing 28
Remaining range for service, refer to Service require‐
ments 59
Remaining range, refer to Range 56
Remote control– Battery replacement 30– Comfort Access 28– Malfunctions 24, 29– Split door 24
Remote control, removing
from the ignition lock 44
Remote control, service data 160
Remote control, universal 87
Replacement remote con‐ trol 20
Replacing wheels/tires 149
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 55
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 50
Restraining systems
– Refer to Safety belts 36
Restraint systems for chil‐
dren 40
Retreaded tires 150
Reverse gear, manual trans‐ mission 51
Roadside Assistance 175
Roadside parking lamp, bulb replacement 166
Roadside parking lamps 63
RON gasoline quality 140
RON, refer to Fuel quality 140
RPM, refer to Engine data 196
Rubber seals, care 181
Run-flat tires 151
Run-flat tires
– Flat tire 70Run-flat tires, tire inflation
pressure 142
Running lights, refer to Park‐ ing lamps/low beams 62
S Safe braking 102
Safety 6
Safety belts 36
Safety belts– Damage 37
Safety belts, care 182
Safety belts, indicator/warning lamp 37
Safety belts, reminder 37
Safety systems
– Safety belts 36
Safety systems, airbags 67
Saving fuel 108
Seat adjustment
– Manual 34
Seat belts
– Refer to Safety belts 36
Seat heating 36
Seats
– Adjusting 34– Heating 36– Sitting safely 34
Selector lever, automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 52
Selector lever lock, overrid‐ ing 53
Selector lever lock, refer to Changing selector lever posi‐
tions, Shiftlock 52
Selector lever positions, auto‐ matic transmission with
Steptronic 52
Service and warranty 7
Service data in the remote control 160
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 160
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