
Tachometer
It is imperative that you avoid engine speeds in
the red warning field. In this range, the fuel
supply is interrupted to protect the engine.
Coolant temperature A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and
therefore the engine, becomes too hot.
Check the coolant level, refer to page  174.
Fuel gauge
The arrow next to the fuel pump symbol on the
fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle with
the fuel filler flap.
The vehicle inclination may cause the display to
vary.
Notes on refueling, refer to page  152.
Filling capacities, refer to page  217.
Range After the reserve range is reached:
▷The remaining LEDs change from orange to
red, arrow.▷The remaining range is shown on the tach‐
ometer.▷When a dynamic driving style is used, such
as when corners are taken rapidly, engine
functions are not ensured.
A warning light lights up below a range of ap‐
prox. 30 miles/50 km.
Refuel promptly
At the latest, refuel at a range below
30 miles/50 km; otherwise, the engine function
is not ensured and damage may occur. ◀
Computer
Opening information in the tachometer
Press the button on the turn indicator lever.
Overview of the information
The following information is displayed consecu‐
tively by repeatedly pressing the button on the
turn indicator lever:
▷Range.▷Average fuel consumption.▷Current fuel consumption.▷Average speed.▷MINI Roadster, MINI Convertible: Always
Open Timer.
To set the corresponding units of measure, re‐
fer to page  70.
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CoolantVehicle 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.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
General information Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while the
engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may
cause burns. ◀
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health. ◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for your MINI vehicle. Ask your service
center for suitable additives.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant and therefore the engine over‐
heat, a warning lamp lights up, refer to
page  199.Coolant level
Checking1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.2.Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐
wise slightly to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape; then continue turning
to open.3.The coolant level is correct if it is between
the markings. The markings are located on
the side of the coolant reservoir.
Refilling
1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.2.Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐
wise slightly to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape, then continue turning
to open.3.If the coolant level is low, slowly add cool‐
ant up to the specified level; do not overfill.4.Twist the cap closed.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the appropriate environ‐mental protection regulations when dis‐
posing of coolant additives.
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12CauseHow to respondA rear fog light has failed.Have the rear fog lights checked.The headlight beam throw adjustment has
failed.Have the headlight beam throw ad‐
justment system checked.The Adaptive Light Control has failed.The coolant level is too low.Add coolant immediately, refer to
page  174.The engine oil pressure is too low.Stop immediately and switch off the
engine. You cannot continue your
journey. Contact your service center.Lights up in red:The service appointment is overdue.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements, re‐
fer to page  71.Lights up in yellow:Service is due.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements, re‐
fer to page  71.No service due.The set speed limit was exceeded.The time and date are no longer correct.Set the time and date, refer to
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Run-flat tires, flat tire 85 
Run-flat tires, tire inflation pressure  156 
S
Safe braking  116 
Safety  6 
Safety belts  47 
Safety belts, care  197 
Safety belts, damage  48 
Safety belts, indicator/warning lamp  48 
Safety belts, reminder  48 
Safety systems, airbags  81 
Safety systems, safety belts  47 
Saving fuel  121 
Seat adjustment, manual  45 
Seat heating  47 
Seats  45 
Seats, adjusting  45 
Seats, heating  47 
Seats, sitting safely  45 
Selector lever lock, overrid‐ ing  65 
Selector lever lock, refer to Se‐ lector level positions, chang‐
ing, shiftlock  63 
Selector lever positions, Step‐ tronic transmission  63 
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission  63 
Service and warranty  7 
Service data in the remote control  175 
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS  175 
Service interval display, refer to Service requirements  71 
Service requirements  71 
Service requirements, CBS Condition Based Service  175 
Settings and information  69 
Settings, clock  70 Settings, configuring, refer to
Personal Profile  21 
Shifting, manual transmis‐ sion  62 
Shifting, Steptronic transmis‐ sion  64 
Shift lever, Steptronic trans‐ mission  63 
Shift paddles on the steering wheel  64 
Side airbags  81 
Side windows, refer to Win‐ dows  33 
Sitting safely  45 
Slot for remote control  56 
Snap-in adapter, mobile phone  147 
Snow chains  169 
Socket, OBD Onboard Diagno‐ sis  176  
Special equipment, series equipment  6 
Speed, average  68 
Speedometer  14 
Speed, with winter tires  166 
Sport button  93 
Sport program, Steptronic transmission  64 
Stability control systems  91 
Start/Stop button  56 
Start/Stop button, starting the engine  57 
Start/Stop button, switching off the engine  58 
Starting the engine  57 
Start problems, refer to Jump- starting  189 
Steering wheel  50 
Steering wheel, adjusting  50 
Steering wheel lock  56 
Steering wheel, shift pad‐ dles  64 
Steptronic transmission  63 
Steptronic transmission, kick‐ down  64 Steptronic transmission, over‐
riding the selector lever
lock  65 
Stopping, engine  58 
Storage, tires  166 
Storing the vehicle  198 
Summer tires, refer to Wheels and tires  156 
Summer tires, tread  163 
Sun visor  105 
Switches, refer to Cockpit  12 
Switching off, engine  58 
Switching off, vehicle  58 
Symbols  6 
T Tachometer  67 
Tailgate  27 
Tailgate, Comfort Access  30 
Tailgate, emergency opera‐ tion  28 
Tailgate, emergency unlock‐ ing  28 
Tailgate, opening/closing  27 
Tailgate, opening from the outside  27 
Tailgate, unlocking man‐ ually  27 
Tailgate, unlocking with re‐ mote control  24 
Tail lights  182 
Tank gauge, refer to Fuel gauge  67 
Technical changes, refer to Safety  6 
Telephone  140 
Temperature, air condi‐ tioner  100 
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control  103 
Temperature, coolant, refer to Coolant temperature  67 
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