2014 MINI Countryman cargo area

Lateral turn signals
5-watt bulb, W 5 W1.Open the hood.2.Squeeze the clip, arrows, and remove the
bulb holder.3.Remove the bulb by turning it to the left
and replace it.4.Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in
reverse order.
Side marker lamps
To replace these bulbs, contact the service cen‐
ter.
Tail lamps, bulb replacement Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 172.
Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, PY 21 W
MINI Countryman
1Brake/tail lamp2Turn signal3Brake/tail lamp4Backup lamp
MINI Paceman
1Brake lamp2Tail lamp3Turn signal4Backup lamp
Replacing
All bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder.
MINI Countryman
1.Switch off the lamps and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.2.Open the tailgate.3.Press the cover out of the cargo area side
panel at the rear and remove it.4.Detach the emergency release of the fuel
filler flap, refer to page 148, and push it
aside with the foam insert.
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5.Disengage the bulb holder by pushing
down the clip, arrow 1.6.Take out the bulb holder and detach the
cable, arrow 2.7.Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left and remove it.8.Insert the new bulb and mount the bulb
holder in reverse order. Ensure that the
bulb holder engages in all fasteners.9.Return the foam insert to its original posi‐
tion and reattach the emergency release of
the fuel filler flap.10.Reattach the cover.
MINI Paceman
1.Switch off the lamps and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.2.Open the tailgate.3.Remove the cover from the cargo area side
trim.4.Unlock the fastening elements, arrows 1, by
turning.5.Remove the screws, arrows 2, using the hex
key from the vehicle document portfolio.6.Remove the tail lamp.7.Disengage the bulb holder by pushing
down the clip, arrows 1.8.Take out the bulb holder and detach the
cable, arrow 2.9.Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left and remove it.10.Insert the new bulb and mount the bulb
holder in reverse order. Ensure that the
bulb holder engages in all fasteners.
License plate lamps
5-watt bulb, C 5 W
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Breakdown assistanceVehicle 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.
Hazard warning flash‐
ers
The button is located on the speedometer.
Warning triangle
Under the loading edge in the cargo area.
To remove, open the two fasteners.
First aid kit
Some of the articles contained in the first aid kit
have a limited service life. Therefore, check the
use-by dates of the contents regularly and re‐
place the items before they expire.
The first aid kit is located in the left side trim on
the cargo area floor or under the loading floor.
Roadside Assistance Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the
clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐
tance there in the event of a vehicle break‐
down.
Roadside Assistance A phone number for Roadside Assistance can
be displayed, refer to page 142, via the radio.
Jump-starting NotesIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. In the same way, you can
help jump-start another vehicle. Only use
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the battery, or to the engine or body
ground of the vehicle to be started.
Body ground:
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at a slightly in‐
creased idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle being started
in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another
attempt in order to allow the discharged
battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing
Notes Observe applicable laws and regulations
Observe applicable laws and regulations
for tow-starting and towing. ◀
No additional passengers
Do not transport any passengers other
than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed. ◀
Using a tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried
in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the MINI.
The tow fitting is stowed in the following loca‐
tion, depending on the equipment:▷Under the right or left front seat.▷In the pouch of the wheel change set in the
cargo area.
Tow fitting, information on use
▷Use only the tow fitting provided with
the vehicle and screw it all the way in.▷Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur. ◀
Access to the screw thread Push out the tow fitting cover at the appropri‐
ate recess in the bumper.
Front
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CooperCooper SApproved roof load capacitylbs/kg165/75165/75Cargo area capacitycu ft/liter12.4–41.3/ 350–1,17012.4–41.3/ 350–1,170

Cooper S ALL4John Cooper WorksCurb weight, road ready, with maximum special equipmentManual transmissionlbs/kg3,208/1,4553,263/1,480Automatic transmissionlbs/kg3,252/1,4753,307/1,500Approved gross vehicle weightManual transmissionlbs/kg4,101/1,8604,156/1,885Automatic transmissionlbs/kg4,145/1,8804,200/1,905Loadlbs/kg860/390860/390Approved front axle loadManual transmissionlbs/kg2,183/9902,183/990Automatic transmissionlbs/kg2,227/1,0102,227/1,010Approved rear axle loadlbs/kg2,017/9152,072/940Approved roof load capacitylbs/kg165/75165/75Cargo area capacitycu ft/liter12.4–41.3/ 350–1,17012.4–41.3/ 350–1,170
MINI Paceman

CooperCooper SCooper S ALL4John Cooper Wor
ksCurb weight, road ready, with maximum special equipmentManual transmissionlbs/kg2,940/1,3343,070/1,3933,210/1,4563,260/1,479Automatic transmis‐
sionlbs/kg3,010/1,3653,110/1,4113,260/1,4793,310/1,501Approved gross vehicle weightManual transmissionlbs/kg3,850/1,7463,960/1,7964,100/1,8604,150/1,882Automatic transmis‐
sionlbs/kg3,920/1,7784,010/1,8194,140/1,8784,200/1,905Loadlbs/kg850/386850/386850/386850/386Seite 206ReferenceTechnical data206
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CooperCooper SCooper S ALL4John Cooper Wor
ksApproved front axle loadManual transmissionlbs/kg2,050/9302,120/9622,180/9892,200/998Automatic transmis‐
sionlbs/kg2,120/9622,170/9842,220/1,0072,240/1,016Approved rear axle
loadlbs/kg1,910/8661,910/8662,020/9162,060/934Approved roof load ca‐
pacitylbs/kg165/75165/75165/75165/75Cargo area capacitycu ft/
liter11.6–38.1/
330–1,08011.6–38.1/
330–1,08011.6–38.1/
330–1,08011.6–38.1/
330–1,080
Capacities

NotesFuel tankUS gal/litersApprox. 12.4/
approx. 47Fuel quality, refer to
page 150Including reserve ofUS gal/litersApprox. 2.1/
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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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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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