Tail lamps in split doors1Turn signal2Tail lamps3Rear fog lamp4Reversing lights
LED tail lights in the split doors
1Turn signal2Tail lamps3Rear fog lamp4Reversing lightsTail lamps in bumpers1Tail lamps/brake lights2Turn signal
In addition, the tail lamps in the bumper as‐
sume the functions of tail lamp and turn sig‐
nals, if the split doors are open.
Tail lamps in split doors
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 204.
Turn signals/tail lamps
Bulbs: P21W/W5W
1.Opening split doors, refer to page 41.2.Remove left or right cover. If necessary, it is
then possible to pry the cover off using a
screwdriver or a similar plastic tool.
3.Press the latches together upward, arrow 1,
and remove the bulb holder.
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Loosen the plug connector, arrow 2, on the
bulb holder.
4.Remove the bulb holder from the opening.5.Press the nonworking bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
▷Arrow 1: turn signal▷Arrow 2: tail lamp6.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐
teners.
Rear fog lights/reversing lights/tail lamps
Bulbs: P21W/W5W
1.Opening split doors, refer to page 41.2.Remove left or right cover.3.Press the latches together in the direction
of the arrow, arrow 1, and remove the bulb
holder.
Loosen the plug connector, arrow 2, on the
bulb holder.
4.Remove the bulb holder from the opening.5.Press the nonworking bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
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▷Arrow 3: reversing light6.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐
teners.
Tail lamps in bumpers
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 204.
Brake lights/turn signals
Bulbs: P21W
1.Press out cover below the tail lamp.2.Remove the screwdriver from the onboard
vehicle tool kit.
3.Pull the screwdriver blade from the handle
and place it on the recessed-head screw
head in the bumper.
4.Attach the screw driver handle with the slot
to the blade, arrow 1.
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7.Turn the bulb holder counter-clockwise and
remove nonworking bulb.
8.To insert the new bulb and install the tail
lamp, proceed in reverse order of removal.
Make sure that the bulb holder sits tight in
the tail lamp.
Central brake lamp and license plate
lamp
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 204.
The lights feature LED technology. In the case
of a malfunction, contact a dealer’s service cen‐
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Side turn signal, bulb replacement
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 204.
Bulbs:
▷With orange lens: W5W▷With white lens: WY5W1.Open the hood. The covers of the side turn
signal lights are on the left and right next to
the hinges of the hood.
2.Loosen nuts of the cover by hand and re‐
move the cover.
3.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove.
4.Replace the bulb.5.To insert the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal. Insert the nuts of the
cover and press down.
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site side. For this, place the wheel chock
behind the front wheel diagonally across.
3.Loosen the wheel lug bolts a half turn.
Jacking up the vehicle
1.Place the vehicle jack at the jacking point
closest to the wheel such that the vehicle
jack foot is vertically beneath the vehicle
jacking point with the entire surface on the
ground.
2.Insert the vehicle jack head in the rectan‐
gular recess of the jacking point for crank‐
ing it up.
3.Crank it up until the wheel in question lifts
off of the ground.
Wheel mounting
Mount one emergency wheel only.
1.Unscrew the wheel lug bolts and remove
the wheel.
2.Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on
and screw in at least two bolts.
If non-original MINI light-alloy wheels are
mounted, the accompanying lug bolts may
have to be used as well.
3.Screw in the remaining the lug bolts and
tighten all bolts well in a crosswise pattern.
4.Lower the vehicle and remove the vehicle
jack.
After the wheel change1.Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight‐
ening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.
2.Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo
area.
The nonworking wheel cannot be stored in
the emergency wheel bracket because of
its size.
3.Check tire inflation pressure at the next op‐
portunity and correct as needed.
4.Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 108.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer
to page 105.
5.Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight
with a calibrated torque wrench.
6.Replace the damaged tires as soon as pos‐
sible.
Driving with emergency wheel
WARNING
The emergency wheel has particular di‐
mensions. When driving with an emergency
wheel, changed driving properties may occur at
higher speeds, for example reduced lane stabil‐
ity when braking, longer braking distance and
changed self-steering properties in the limit
area. There is risk of an accident. Drive moder‐
ately and do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.◀
Vehicle battery
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
The added amount of acid is sufficient for the
service life of the battery.
More information about the battery can be re‐
quested from a dealer’s service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop.
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Starting aid terminals
WARNING
If the jumper cables are connected in the
incorrect order, sparks formation can occur.
There is risk of injuries. Pay attention to the cor‐
rect order during connection.◀
The starting aid terminal in the engine com‐
partment acts as the battery's positive terminal.
Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the
battery negative terminal.
Connecting the cables
1.Pull off the lid of the starting aid terminal.2.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.
3.Attach the terminal clamp on the other end
of the cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle to be started.
4.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 assisting vehicle.
5.Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative terminal of the battery, or to the
corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
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 an increased
idle speed.
2.Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be
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 needed.
Tow-starting and towing
Information
WARNING
Due to system limits, individual functions
can malfunction during tow-starting/towing
with the Intelligent Safety systems activated,
for example approach control warning with
light braking function. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off
prior to tow-starting/towing.◀
Switching off Intelligent Safety systems, refer to
page 110.
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Steptronic transmission: transporting
the vehicle
Information
The vehicle must not be towed if the front
wheels are touching the ground.
CAUTION
The vehicle can be damaged when tow‐
ing the vehicle with a lifted rear axle. There is
risk of property damage. Have vehicle trans‐
ported only with lifted front axle or on a load‐
ing platform.◀
Tow truck
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
CAUTION
When lifting the vehicle by the tow fitting
or body and chassis parts; damage can occur
on vehicle parts. There is risk of property dam‐
age. Lift vehicle using suitable means.◀
Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.
Pushing vehicle
To maneuver vehicle from the danger area,
manually unlock the transmission lock, refer to
page 77, if needed.
Manual transmission
Observe before towing your vehicle
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing
CAUTION
If manual unlocking of the parking brake
is not possible, the vehicle cannot be moved or
towed. There is risk of property damage. The
vehicle should only be transported on a loading
platform.◀
Information the following instructions:
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and wipers may be unavailable.
▷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.
▷The towing vehicle must not be lighter than
the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.
▷Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
▷Do not exceed a towing distance of
30 miles/50 km.
Tow truck
Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
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CAUTION
When lifting the vehicle by the tow fitting
or body and chassis parts; damage can occur
on vehicle parts. There is risk of property dam‐
age. Lift vehicle using suitable means.◀
Towing other vehicles
Information
WARNING
If the approved gross vehicle weight of
the towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to
be towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse. There is risk of an accident! Make sure
that the gross vehicle weight of the towing ve‐
hicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed.◀
CAUTION
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached in‐
correctly, damage to other vehicle parts can oc‐
cur. There is risk of property damage. Correctly
attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fit‐
ting.◀
▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.
▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
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:
▷Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.
▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
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.
CAUTION
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached in‐
correctly, damage to other vehicle parts can oc‐
cur. There is risk of property damage. Correctly
attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fit‐
ting.◀
Tow fitting
General information
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or
rear of the vehicle.
The tow fitting and the onboard vehicle tool kit,
refer to page 203, are together in the cargo
area.
Information
CAUTION
If the tow fitting is not used as intended,
there can be damage to the vehicle or to the
tow fitting. There is risk of property damage.
Observe the notes on using the tow fitting.◀
Use of the tow fitting:
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