2015 MINI Countryman Parts

two jumper cables. In the same way, you can
help jump-start another vehicle. Only use
jumper cables with fully insulated clamp han‐
dles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐
nents while the engine is running. ◀
Preparation1.Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts and approxi‐
mately the same capacitance in Ah. This in‐
formation can be found on the battery.2.Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.3.Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
There must not be any contact between
the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise there
is a danger of shorting. ◀
Connecting jumper cables
Connecting order
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
from sparking. ◀1.Open the battery cover in the engine com‐
partment to access the positive terminal.2.Unlock the tabs of the positive terminal
cover on the left and right, arrows 1, and
raise the cover, arrow 2.3.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery or to a starting aid terminal of the
vehicle providing assistance.4.Attach the second clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery of the vehicle to be started.5.Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery, or to the corresponding engine
or body ground of the vehicle providing as‐
sistance.6.Attach the second clamp of the negative
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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 lights, 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.
Steptronic transmission Towing vehicles with a Steptronic trans‐
mission
Only transport vehicles with a Steptronic trans‐
mission 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. ◀
With a tow truck: vehicles without ALL4
all-wheel drive
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result. ◀
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MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
Have the vehicle transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
With a tow truck: vehicle with ALL4 all-wheel drive
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result. ◀
Note for vehicles with ALL4 all-wheel
drive
Do not tow a vehicle with ALL4 all-wheel drive
with just the front or rear axle raised; other‐
wise, the wheels could lock up and the transfer
case could be damaged. ◀
MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
Only transport the vehicle on a flat-bed.
Tow-starting
If possible, start the engine by jump-starting,
refer to page 181, it rather than tow-starting
the vehicle. Vehicles with a catalytic converter
should only be tow-started when the engine is
cold; vehicles with an automatic transmission
cannot be tow-started.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 48.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch is depressed and then slowly release
the clutch. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately depress the clutch completely again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.6.Have the vehicle checked.Seite 185Breakdown assistanceMOBILITY185
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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.
Caring for matte finishes▷Do not use paint cleaners or gloss protec‐
tion agents such as car wax.▷Do not polish the surface or use abrasive
products, as these may cause the finish to
become glossy.
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 leatheris 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
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CD/DVD drivesNo 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
consider when storing the vehicle for longer
than three months.Seite 190MOBILITYCare190
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Technical dataVehicle 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 selectedspecial equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
Note
The technical data and specifications in this
Owner's Manual are used as guidance values.
The vehicle-specific data can deviate from this,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, country version or country-specific
measurement method. Detailed values can befound in the approval documents, on informa‐
tion signs on the vehicle or can be obtained
from the service center.
The information in the vehicle documents al‐
ways has priority.
Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the
model version, equipment or country-specific
measurement method.
The specified heights do not take into account
attached parts, for example, a roof antenna,roof racks or spoiler. The heights can deviate,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, tires, load and chassis version.
MINI Countryman

MINI CountrymanCooperCooper SJohn Cooper WorksWidth with mirrorsinches/mm78.6/1,99678.6/1,99678.6/1,996Width without mirrorsinches/mm70.4/1,78970.4/1,78970.4/1,789Heightinches/mm61.7/1,56661.7/1,56661.4/1,560Length
With aerodynamic bumperinches/mm
inches/mm161.7/4,107
-162.2/4,119
163.2/4,144163.1/4,143Wheelbaseinches/mm102.2/2,595102.2/2,595102.2/2,595Smallest turning circle dia.ft/m38.1/11.638.1/11.638.1/11.6Seite 206REFERENCETechnical data206
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Brakes, MINI maintenancesystem 169
Brakes, service require‐ ments 63
Brake system, MINI mainte‐ nance system 169
Braking, notes 111
Braking, parking brake 50
Breakdown assistance, Road‐ side Assistance 181
Breaking in 110
Buckle tongue, height adjust‐ ment 38
Button for starting the engine, refer to Start/Stop button 48
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 179
Car care products 187
Care, displays 189
Care, vehicle 187
Cargo area, Comfort Ac‐ cess 28
Cargo area door, refer to Tail‐ gate 26
Cargo area, enlarging, cargo cover 100
Cargo area, flat loading floor 102
Cargo area light, refer to Inte‐ rior lights 69
Cargo area, multi-function hook 103
Cargo area, opening from the outside 26
Cargo area, partition net 102
Car horn, refer to Horn 12
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 190
Center armrest 105
Center console, refer to Around the center con‐
sole 15
Center rail 105
Center rail, refer to Storage compartments 105
Central locking, Comfort Ac‐ cess 28
Central locking from the in‐ side 25
Central locking system, con‐ cept 21
Central locking system, from the outside 21
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 6
Changing wheels/tires 159
Check Control 64
Children, transporting 43
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 44
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tems 43
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 43
Child seat, mounting 43
Child seats, refer to Transport‐ ing children safely 43
Chrome parts, care 189
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode, air con‐
ditioner 89
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode, auto‐
matic climate control 91
Cleaning, displays 189
Cleaning, refer to Care 186
Climate 88
Climate mode, ventilation 93
Clock 58 Clock, 12h/24h mode 61
Closing from the inside 25
Closing, from the outside 22
Clutch, breaking in 110
Cockpit 12
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 49
Combination instrument, refer to Displays 14
Combination switch, refer to Turn signal/high-beams/
headlight flasher 51
Combination switch, refer to Washer/wiper system 52
Comfort Access 28
Comfort Access, in the car wash 29
Comfort Access, replacing the battery 30
Comfort area, refer to Around the center console 15
Compartment for remote con‐ trol, refer to Ignition lock 48
Compass, digital 96
Computer 59
Computer, displaying informa‐ tion 59
Condition Based Service CBS 169
Confirmation signals for vehi‐ cle locking/unlocking 23
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 60
Control Display, care 189
Controls and displays 12
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 81
Convenient operation, win‐ dow 23
Coolant temperature 59
Cooling function, switching on and off 92
Cooling, maximum 91
Cornering Brake Control, CBC 81
Corrosion on brake discs 112 Seite 211Everything from A to ZREFERENCE211
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