2014 MINI Countryman Tail Light

TelephoneVehicle 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.
At a glance The concept
Mobile phones can be connected with the vehi‐
cle via Bluetooth.
After a suitable mobile phone is paired with the
vehicle once, you can operate the mobile
phone via the radio, the buttons on the steer‐
ing wheel, and via voice activation.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue‐
tooth® SIG, Inc.
Certain functions may need to be enabled by
the mobile phone provider or service provider.
Using the mobile phone while driving
Make entries only when traffic and road
conditions allow. Do not hold the mobile phone
in your hand while you are driving; use the
hands-free system instead. If you do not ob‐
serve this precaution, you can endanger the ve‐
hicle occupants and other road users. ◀
Snap-in adapter The snap-in adapter is used to:▷Hold the mobile phone.▷Recharge the battery.▷Connect the mobile phone to an outside
antenna of the vehicle.This provides for better network reception
and consistent sound quality.
Do not operate a mobile phone that is con‐
nected to the vehicle on the mobile phone key‐
pad, as this may lead to a malfunction.
Approved mobile phones
Details on which mobile phones with a Blue‐
tooth interface are supported by the mobile
phone preparation package can be obtained at
www.mini.com/connectivity.
Notes At high temperatures, the charging function of
the mobile phone may be limited and functions
may not be executed.
Controls
1Display.2Function buttons for selecting the menu
items shown directly above them on the
display.3Redial, accept a call, start dialing, terminate
a call and change to the Telephone menu.4▷Turn: highlight the menu item on the
display or set the value.▷Press: select the highlighted menu item
or store the setting.Seite 136CommunicationTelephone136
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MINI Countryman: rear
MINI Paceman: rear
Being towedFollow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle
damage or accidents may occur. ◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic transmission Towing vehicles with an automatic trans‐
mission
Only transport vehicles with an automatic
transmission on tow trucks or with raised front
wheels; otherwise, the transmission may be
damaged. ◀
Towing with a tow bar Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than your vehicle, or it will not be possible to
control vehicle response. ◀
Correctly attach the tow bar
Only secure the tow bar on the tow fit‐
tings; damage can occur when it is secured on
other parts of the vehicle. ◀
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:▷Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is attached offset.
Towing with a tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on
the vehicle components when towing, always
use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attaching the tow rope correctly
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle. ◀
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Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to vehicle value reten‐
tion and protects the paintwork against the
long-term effects of paint-damaging substan‐
ces.
Environmental influences in areas with higher
air pollution or natural contaminants, such as
tree resin or pollen, can have an impact on the
vehicle paint. Therefore, it is important to tailor
the frequency and extent of your car care to
these influences.
Immediately remove especially aggressive sub‐
stances, such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, or bird
droppings, to prevent damage to the paint‐
work.
Correcting paint damage
Depending on the severity of the damage, re‐
pair stone impact damage or scratches imme‐
diately to prevent rust formation.
The manufacturer recommends having paint
damage corrected with a professional repair
paint job according to factory specifications us‐
ing original MINI paint materials.
Preservation
Preservation is needed when water no longer
beads off of the clean paint surfaces. Only use
paint preservation products that contain car‐
nauba or synthetic waxes.
Leather care The leather processed by the manufacturer is a
high quality natural product. Light graininess is
a typical feature of natural leather.
Particles of dust and road grime chafe in pores
and folds, and lead to increased wear and pre‐
mature degradation of the leather surface.
Therefore, remove dust from the leather regu‐
larly, using a cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Make especially sure that light-colored leather
is cleaned regularly as it is more susceptible to
soiling.Twice a year, treat the leather with a leather lo‐
tion as dirt and grease will attack the protective
layer of the leather.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner to re‐
move superficial soiling.
In case of heavy soiling, e.g., beverage stains,
use a soft sponge or lint-free microfiber cloth in
combination with a suitable interior cleaner.
Follow the instructions on the container.
Clean the upholstery material down to the
seams using large sweeping motions. Avoid
rubbing the material vigorously.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other
articles of clothing can damage the seat covers.
Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are closed. ◀
Caring for special components Interior plastic parts These include:▷Imitation leather surfaces▷Lamp lenses▷Indicator covers▷Matte components
Clean with water and a solvent-free plastic
cleaner if necessary.
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. ◀
Rubber seals Only treat with water or a rubber care product.
When cleaning rubber seals, do not use silicone
sprays or other care products containing sili‐
cone; otherwise, noise and damage may result.
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12CauseHow to respondThe engine refuses to start.Depress the brake or clutch to start
the engine, refer to page 50.The ignition is switched on and driver's door
is open.Switch off the ignition, refer to
page 49, or close the driver's door.The lights are still switched on.Switch off the lights, refer to
page 67.The roadside parking lamps are still on.Switch off the roadside parking
lamps, refer to page 68.A door is open.The hood is open.The tailgate is open.The fuel cap is missing or loose.Make sure that the fuel cap is cor‐
rectly positioned and close it until it
clicks audibly. Do not jam the strap
between the fuel cap and the vehi‐
cle.The windshield washer fluid level is too low.Add washer fluid, refer to page 55,
as soon as possible.Lights up in red:Service is due.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements, re‐
fer to page 169.Lights up in yellow:The engine will start the next time the Start/
Stop button is touched, possibly without the
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12CauseHow to respondLights up in red:Have the system in question
checked immediately.The starter has failed orThe engine cannot be restarted.Ignition malfunctioning. The engine can
only be restarted when the brake is de‐
pressed or
Lighting system failed. Low beams/tail
lamps and brake lights still operational. All
other lamps failed.Depress the brake to restart the en‐
gine.Lights up in yellow:Brake light control failed or
The fuel supply is malfunctioning.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the system in
question checked immediately.Drive malfunctioning.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Transmission limp-
home program with reduced accel‐
eration is active. Have the system
checked immediately.Flashing:
Dynamic Stability Control DSC or Dynamic
Traction Control DTC is controlling drive and
braking forces, refer to page 81.Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated,
refer to page 82.Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic
Traction Control DTC are deactivated, refer
to page 81.Driving stability limited during ac‐
celeration and cornering.
Driving style must be readjusted.Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dynamic
Traction Control DTC failed.Driving stability limited during ac‐
celeration and cornering.
You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.Seite 195Indicator/warning lampsMobility195
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Breakdown assistance, Road‐side Assistance 180
Breaking in 110
Buckle tongue, rear– Height adjustment 39
Button for starting the engine,
refer to Start/Stop button 49
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 178
Car care products 187
Care, displays 189
Care, vehicle 187
Cargo area
– Comfort Access 30– Flat loading floor 99– Multi-function hook 101– Opening from the out‐
side 28– Partition net 100
Cargo area, enlarging
– Cargo cover 98
Cargo area lamp, refer to Inte‐
rior lamps 70
Cargo area tailgate, refer to Tailgate 28
Car horn, refer to Horn 14
Carpet, care 189
Car phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 136
Car wash 186
CBC, Cornering Brake Con‐ trol 81
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 169
CD/DVD drives, care 189
Center armrest 103
Center console, refer to Around the center con‐
sole 17
Center rail 104
Center rail, refer to Storage compartments 104
Central locking– Comfort Access 30– From the inside 27– From the outside 24
Central locking system
– Concept 23– From the outside 23
Changes, technical, refer to
Safety 7
Changing wheels/tires 159
Check Control 65
Children, transporting 44
Child restraint fixing system
LATCH 45
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tems 44
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 44
Child seat, mounting 44
Child seats, refer to Transport‐ ing children safely 44
Chrome parts, care 189
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode 88, 90
Cleaning, displays 189
Cleaning, refer to Care 186
Climate 87
Climate mode
– Ventilation 91
Clock 59
Clock
– 12h/24h format 62
Closing
– From the inside 27– From the outside 24
Clutch, breaking in 110
Cockpit 14
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 50
Combination instrument, refer to Displays 16
Combination switch, refer to Turn signal/high beams/
headlamp flasher 52
Combination switch, refer to Washer/wiper system 53
Comfort Access– In the car wash 31– Replacing the battery 32
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console 17
Compartment for remote con‐ trol, refer to Ignition lock 49
Compass, digital 94
Computer 60
Computer, displaying informa‐ tion 60
Condition Based Service CBS 169
Confirmation signals for vehi‐ cle locking/unlocking 25
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 61
Control Display, care 189
Controls and displays 14
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 81
Convenient operation
– Windows 25
Coolant temperature 60
Cooling function, switching on and off 91
Cooling, maximum 90
Cornering Brake Control, CBC 81
Corrosion on brake discs 112
Cradle for telephone or mobile phone, refer to Snap-in
adapter 143
Cruise control 84
Cupholders 96
Current fuel consumption 61
Curve lights, refer to Adaptive Light Control 69
Cylinders, number of, refer to Engine data 204
D
Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 70
Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ pit 14
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Prescribed engine oils, refer toApproved engine oils 167
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 77
Pressure, tires 152
Pressure warning, tires 75
Profile depth, refer to Mini‐ mum tread depth 158
Profile, tires 157
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection– Windows 34
R
Radio MINI Boost CD 122
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 22
Radio ready state 49
Radio ready state, switched off 50
Radio ready state, switched
on 49
Radio setting, refer to Radio ready state 49
Rain sensor 53
Range 61
Rear 37
Rear fog lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 175
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 175
Rear seat backrests, folda‐ ble 98, 99
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐ rors 42
Rear window defroster 88, 91
Rear window, washing 55
Rear window wiper 55
Recirculated air mode 88, 90
Recommended tire brands 159
Releasing, refer to Unlock‐ ing 30
Remaining range for service,
refer to Service require‐
ments 64
Remaining range, refer to Range 61
Remote control– Battery replacement 32– Comfort Access 30– Malfunctions 26, 31
Remote control, removing
from the ignition lock 49
Remote control, service data 169
Remote control, universal 92
Replacement remote con‐ trol 22
Replacing wheels/tires 159
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 60
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 55
Restraining systems
– Refer to Safety belts 38
Restraint systems for chil‐
dren 44
Retreaded tires 159
Reverse gear, manual trans‐ mission 56
Roadside Assistance 180
Roadside parking lamp, bulb replacement 173
Roadside parking lamps 68
RON gasoline quality 150
RON, refer to Fuel quality 150
RPM, refer to Engine data 204
Rubber seals, care 188
Run-flat tires 160
Run-flat tires
– Flat tire 76
Run-flat tires, tire inflation
pressure 152
Running lights, refer to Park‐ ing lamps/low beams 67
S
Safe braking 111
Safety 7
Safety belts 38
Safety belts– Damage 41– Rear center safety belt 39
Safety belts, care 189
Safety belts, indicator/warning lamp 41
Safety belts, reminder 41
Safety systems
– Safety belts 38
Safety systems, airbags 72
Saving fuel 118
Seat adjustment 37
Seat adjustment
– Manual 36
Seat belts
– Refer to Safety belts 38
Seat heating 38
Seats
– Adjusting 36– Heating 38– Sitting safely 36
Selector lever, automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 57
Selector lever lock, overrid‐ ing 58
Selector lever lock, refer to Changing selector lever posi‐
tions, Shiftlock 57
Selector lever positions, auto‐ matic transmission with
Steptronic 57
Service and warranty 8
Service data in the remote control 169
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 169
Service interval display, refer to Service requirements 64
Service requirements 64
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Trip-distance counter, refer toTrip odometer 59
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 52
Trip odometer 59
Trunk lid, refer to Tailgate 28
Trunk, refer to Cargo area 28
Turning lamps, refer to Adap‐ tive Light Control 69
Turn signal– Indicator lamp 16
Turn signal, bulb replace‐
ment 173
Turn signals 52
Turn signals, triple turn signal activation 52
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/ UTQG 156
Unintentional alarms, avoid‐ ing 32
Units
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 62– Temperature 62
Universal remote control 92
Unlocking
– From the inside 27– From the outside 24– Tailgate 30– Without remote control, re‐
fer to Comfort Access 30
Upholstery care 188
Upholstery material care 188
USB audio interface 131
V Vehicle battery 178
Vehicle, breaking in 110
Vehicle care 187
Vehicle care, refer to Care 186
Vehicle equipment 6
Vehicle paintwork, care 188
Vehicle storage 189
Vehicle, switching off 51
Vehicle wash 186
Ventilation– Air conditioning 91
W
Warning and indicator lamps 17
Warning and indicator lamps, overview 190
Warning messages, refer to Check Control 65
Warning triangle 180
Washer/wiper system 53
Washer/wiper system, rain sensor 53
Washer/wiper system, washer fluid 55
Washer fluid 55
Washer fluid reservoir 55
Washing, vehicle 186
Welcome lamps 69
Wheel change 177
Wheels and tires 152
Wheels, changing 159
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 75
Windows
– Closing 34– Convenient operation 25– Opening 34
Windows, care 187
Windows, defrosting and de‐ fogging 88
Windows, pinch protection 34
Windshield
– Defrosting and defogging 88
Windshield, defrosting, refer
to Defrosting windows 88
Windshield wash 53
Windshield washer fluid 55
Windshield wash, rear win‐ dow 55
Windshield wash, reservoir for washer fluid 55
Windshield wash, washer
fluid 55
Windshield wiper blades, changing 171
Windshield wiper, refer to Washer/wiper system 53
Winter storage, care 189
Winter tires 159
Winter tires, tread 157
Wiper blades, care 187
Wiper blades, changing 171
Wiper fluid 55
Y
Your individual vehicle– Settings, refer to Personal
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