2014 MINI Countryman brake sensor

CareVehicle equipmentThis 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.
Car washes Notes Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
Holding them too close or using excessively
high pressures or temperatures can cause dam‐
age or preliminary damage that may then lead
to long-term damage.
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
pressure washer. ◀
Do not direct steam or high-pressure washers
toward the labels applied by the manufacturer;
otherwise, damage may result.
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-pres‐
sure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the seals of the retractable hardtop and
the exterior sensors and cameras, for Park Dis‐ tance Control, for instance, for extended peri‐ods of time and only from a distance of at least
12 in/30 cm. ◀During the winter months
Ensure that the vehicle is washed more
frequently in winter. Intense soiling and road
salt can damage the vehicle. ◀
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Regularly remove foreign bodies, such as
leaves, from the area of the windshield when
the hood is open.
Washing in automatic car washes Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint
damage.
Do not use automatic high-pressure washers;
otherwise, water may drip into the interior in
the area of the windows.
Before driving into the car wash, check whether
the system is suitable for your MINI. Note the
following points:▷Vehicle dimensions, refer to page 260.▷If necessary: fold in the exterior mirrors, re‐
fer to page 51.▷Maximum permissible tire width.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle chassis
could be damaged. ◀
Preparations before driving into the car wash:
▷Unscrew the road antenna.▷Deactivate the rain sensor to avoid unin‐
tentional wiper activation.▷Deactivate the rear window wiper and pro‐
tect it from damage. Ask the car wash oper‐
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▷Remove additional attachments, for in‐
stance a spoiler or telephone antenna, if
there is a risk that these may be damaged.▷Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock.
Automatic transmission
Before driving into the car wash, note the fol‐
lowing to ensure that the vehicle can roll:
1.Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.2.Move the selector lever to position N.3.Release the handbrake.4.Switch the engine off.5.Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock so that the vehicle can roll.
Hand car wash
If washing the vehicle by hand, use copious
quantities of water and car shampoo if neces‐
sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or a
washing brush by applying gentle pressure.
Before cleaning the windshield, deactivate the
rain sensor to avoid unintentional wiper activa‐
tion or switch off the ignition.
Adhere to the local regulations regarding
washing cars by hand.
Headlamps
Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or caus‐
tic cleansers. Soak areas that have been soiled,
e.g., due to insects, with shampoo and rinse off
with copious quantities of water.
Thaw ice with a window deicer; do not use an
ice scraper.
Windows Clean the outside and inside surfaces of the
windows and the mirror glasses with window
cleaner.
Do not clean mirror glass with cleaners contain‐
ing quartz.
Wiper blades
Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to
avoid streaking.
Wax and preservative residue and soiling on
the windows cause streaking during window
wiping and lead to premature wear on the
wiper blades and malfunctions of the rain sen‐
sor.
Vehicle care Car care products
Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi‐
cantly to vehicle value retention.
The manufacturer recommends using cleaning
and care products from MINI, since these have
been tested and approved.
Original MINI CareProducts have been tested
on materials, in the laboratory, and in the field,
and offer optimum care and protection for MINI
vehicles.
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol
or solvents
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or
solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
to surface damage. ◀
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
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Chrome surfacesCarefully clean components such as the radia‐
tor grille or door handles with an ample supply
of water, possibly with shampoo added, partic‐
ularly when they have been exposed to road
salt. For additional treatment, use a chrome
polish.
Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the wheels on the vehicle, only
use a neutral wheel rim cleaner with a pH value
of 5 to 9.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or a steam jet hot‐
ter than 140 ℉/60 ℃; otherwise, damage may
result. Adhere to the manufacturer instructions.
Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaners may de‐
stroy the protective coating of neighboring
components such as the brake disc.
Exterior sensors The sensors on the outside of the vehicle, such
as for Park Distance Control, must be kept clean
and free of ice to ensure that they remain fully
functional.
Decorative trim Clean decorative trims and fine wood compo‐
nents with a moist cloth only. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
No chemical cleaning
Do not clean chemically; this can destroy
the webbing. ◀
Carpets/floor mats No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while drivingDo not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in
place.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again when they are returned after being re‐
moved, such as for cleaning. ◀
Floor mats can be removed for cleaning.
If they are very dirty, clean with a microfiber
cloth and water or an interior cleaner. To pre‐
vent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth
in the direction of travel only.
Displays
To clean the displays, such as the radio or dis‐
play elements, use an antistatic microfiber
cloth.
Cleaning displays
Do not use chemical or household cleans‐
ers.
Keep all fluids and moisture away from the
unit.
Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa‐
ces or electrical components.
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do
not use abrasive materials; otherwise, damage
can result. ◀
CD/DVD drives No cleaning CD
Do not use cleaning CDs; otherwise, parts
of the drive may become damaged. ◀
Long-term vehicle storage
Your service center can advise you on what to
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 93
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 75
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 103
Adaptive Light Control 80
Additional telephone 190
Additives, engine oil 235
Airbags 82
Airbags, indicator/warning light 85
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode 100, 102
Air conditioner 99
Air conditioning 99
Air conditioning mode– Air conditioner 99– Automatic climate con‐
trol 101
Air distribution
– Automatic 102– Individual 100– Manual 100, 102
Air drying, refer to Cooling
function 103
Air flow rate 99, 102
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 220
Air supply
– Air conditioner 99– Automatic climate con‐
trol 101
Alarm system 41
Alarm system
– Avoiding unintentional
alarms 41– Interior motion sensor 41– Tilt alarm sensor 41ALL4 all-wheel system 95
All-wheel drive, refer to ALL4 95
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 105
AM/FM station 158
Ambient lighting 81
Announcement, navigation, refer to Spoken instruc‐
tions 147
Antifreeze, washer fluid 64
Antilock Brake System, ABS 93
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 93
Anti-theft protection 33
Appointments 206
Approved engine oils 235
Ashtray 108
Assistance, roadside 248
Assistance when driving off, refer to Hill drive-off assis‐
tant 95
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 248
Audio playback 167
Audio playback, Blue‐ tooth 173
Automatic– Air distribution 102– Air flow rate 102
Automatic car wash 254
Automatic climate control
– Automatic air distribu‐
tion 102
Automatic, cruise control 96
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 78
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic– Kickdown 66– Overriding selector lever
lock 67
AUTO program with auto‐
matic climate control 102
AUX-IN port 169
Average fuel consumption 70
Average fuel consumption
– Setting the units 72
Average speed 70
Average speed, refer to Com‐ puter 69
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 46
Backrests, refer to Seats 45
Backup lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 243
Balance 156
Bass 156
Battery
– Disposal 41– Remote control 32
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐
tery 246
Battery replacement
– Remote control 41
Belts, refer to Safety belts 47
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 47
Bi-xenon headlamps 240
Black and white map dis‐ play 150
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 99, 102
Bluetooth audio 173
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Engine oil, alternative oiltypes 235
Engine oil change intervals, refer to Service require‐
ments 74
Engine oil, dip stick 234
Engine oil, filling capacity 263
Engine oil, MINI maintenance system 237
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 235
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 235
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 69
Engine power, refer to Engine data 260
Engine, RPM 260
Engine start, assistance 248
Engine, starting 59
Engine, starting– Comfort Access 38
Engine, starting, Start/Stop
button 58
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop button 58
Engine, switching off 60
Equipment, interior 104
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 93
Exchanging wheels/tires 227
Exterior mirrors 51
Exterior mirrors, adjusting 51
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 51
Exterior sensors, care 257
External devices 169
External temperature dis‐ play 68
External temperature display
– Changing the unit of meas‐
ure 72– On computer 72
External temperature warn‐
ing 68
Externel temperature dis‐
play 68
F
Fader 156
Failure messages, refer to Check Control 75
False alarm, refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms 41
Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 47
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 75
Filling capacities 263
Filter– Refer to Activated-charcoal
filter 101– Refer to Microfilter 101– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate con‐
trol 103
First aid kit 248
First aid, refer to First aid kit 248
Flashing when locking/unlock‐ ing 35
Flat tire
– Flat Tire Monitor 86– Indicator/warning lamp 86– Run-flat tire 87– Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 87
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 85
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
– Flat tire message 86– Initializing the system 86– Limits of the system 85– Snow chains 85
Flat tire, wheel change 245
Floor mats, care 257
FM/AM station 158
Fog lamps 80
Foot brake 123
Footwell lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 81
Four-wheel drive, refer to
ALL4 95
Front airbags 82
Front fog lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 241
Front fog lamps 80
Front lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 241
Front passenger airbags, de‐ activating 83
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 85
Fuel 218
Fuel– Refer to Average fuel con‐
sumption 70
Fuel, additives 218
Fuel, average consump‐ tion 70
Fuel cap, closing 216
Fuel consumption display
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 70
Fuel filler flap, closing 216
Fuel filler flap, opening 216
Fuel filler flap, unlocking in case of an electrical malfunc‐
tion 216
Fuel gauge 69
Fuel, saving 130
Fuel tank capacity, refer to Filling capacities 263
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities 263
Fuel tank, refer to Filling ca‐ pacities 263
Fuse 247
G Garage door opener, refer to Universal garage door
opener 104
Gasoline 218
Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel gauge 69
Gasoline quality 218
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