Objects in the area around the pedals
WARNING
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit
the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is risk of an accident. Stow objects in the
vehicle such that they are secured and cannot
enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor mats
that are suitable for the vehicle and can be
safely attached to the floor. Do not use loose
floor mats and do not layer several floor mats.
Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for
the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐
curely fastened again after they were removed,
for example for cleaning.◀
Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,
press brake pedal ever so gently every few
miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other
traffic.
The heat generated in this process helps dry
the brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills
WARNING
Light but consistent brake pressure can
lead to high temperatures, brakes wearing out
and possibly even brake failure. There is risk of
an accident. Avoid placing excessive stress on
the brake system.◀
WARNING
In idle or with the engine switched off,
safety-relevant functions are restricted or not
available anymore, for example braking effect
of the engine or braking force and steering
support. There is risk of an accident. Do not
drive in idle or with the engine switched off.◀
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐
wise the brakes may overheat and reduce
brake efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
needed.
Brake disc corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and contamina‐
tion on the brake pads are furthered by:
▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.
▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion will built up when the maximum
pressure applied to the brake pads during brak‐
ing is not reached - thus discs don't get
cleaned.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re‐
sponse - generally that cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops collecting under‐
neath the vehicle.
Ground clearance
CAUTION
If ground clearance is insufficient, there
might be contact with the front or rear spoiler
for example when driving over curbs or enter‐
ing into underground car parking garages.
There is risk of property damage. Ensure that
there is sufficient ground clearance available.◀
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Winter tires
Winter tires are recommended for operating on
winter roads.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires provide
better winter traction than summer tires, they
do not provide the same level of performance
as winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then a respective symbol is displayed in your
field of vision. The label is available from a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
With mounted winter tires, observe and adhere
to the permissible maximum speed.
Run-flat tires
If you are already using run-flat tires, for your
own safety you should replace them only with
the same kind. No spare tire is available in the
case of a flat tire. Further information is availa‐
ble from a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Rotating wheels between axles
Different wear patterns can occur on the front
and rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated between
the axles to achieve even wear. Further infor‐
mation is available from a dealer’s service cen‐
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure and
correct if needed.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Run-flat tires
Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels are composed of tires that are self-
supporting to a limited degree.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐
main drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a tire inflation pressure loss.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 109.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 106.
Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
A dealer’s service center will be glad to answer
additional questions at any time.
Repairing a flat tire
Safety measures
▷Park the vehicle as far away as possible
from passing traffic and on solid ground.
▷Switch on the hazard warning system.▷Secure the vehicle against rolling away by
setting the parking brake.
▷Turn the steering wheel until the front
wheels are in the straight-ahead position
and engage the steering wheel lock.
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CareVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Car washes
General information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves
in the area below the windshield when the
hood is raised.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter. Intense soiling and road salt can dam‐
age the vehicle.
Steam jets or high-pressure washers
Information
CAUTION
When cleaning with high-pressure wash‐
ers, components can be damaged due to the
pressure or temperatures being too high. There
is risk of property damage. Maintain sufficient
distance and do not spray too long continu‐
ously. Follow the Owner's Manual for the high-
pressure washer.◀
Distances and temperature
▷Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.▷Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,
seals: 12 inches/30 cm.
▷Minimum distance from glass sunroof:
31.5 inches/80 cm.
Automatic car washes
Information
CAUTION
Improper use of automatic car washes
can cause damage to the vehicle. There is risk
of property damage. Information the following
instructions:
▷Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.
▷Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm to avoid damage to the
chassis.
▷Observe the tire width of the guide rail to
avoid damage to tires and rims.
▷Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage to
the exterior mirrors.
▷Unscrew the rod antenna to avoid the rod
antenna breaking off.
▷Deactivate rain sensor if necessary to avoid
damage to the wiper system.◀
In some cases, an unintentional alarm can be
triggered by the interior motion sensor of the
alarm system. Follow the instructions on avoid‐
ing an unintentional alarm, refer to page 45.
With front PDC: to reduce PDC false alarms,
switch off automatic PDC activation on obstacle
detection, for example in car washes, refer to
page 129.
Before driving into a car wash
In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a
car wash, take the following steps:
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microfiber cloth. Dampen cloth lightly with wa‐
ter.◀
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
WARNING
Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety
belt webbing. Missing protective effect of the
safety belts. There is risk of injuries or danger to
life. Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning
the safety belts.◀
Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
Do not allow the switchs to retract the safety
belts until they are dry.
Carpets and floor mats
WARNING
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit
the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is risk of an accident. Stow objects in the
vehicle such that they are secured and cannot
enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor mats
that are suitable for the vehicle and can be
safely attached to the floor. Do not use loose
floor mats and do not layer several floor mats.
Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for
the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐
curely fastened again after they were removed,
for example for cleaning.◀
Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐
rior for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and
forth in the direction of travel only.
Sensor/camera lenses
To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth
moistened with a small amount of glass deter‐
gent.
Displays/Screens/Projection lenses
CAUTION
Chemical cleansers, moisture or fluids of
any kind can damage the surface of displays
and screens. There is risk of property damage.
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.◀
CAUTION
The surface of displays can be damaged
with improper cleaning. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Avoid pressure that is too high
and do not use any scratching materials.◀
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
For stubborn soiling on the projection lens of
the Head-up Display, dampen the microfiber
cloth with alcohol. Extending projection lens,
refer to page 94.
Long-term
When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be taken.
Further information is available from a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop.
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Everything from A to Z
Index
A
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐
tem 117
Acceleration Assistant, see
Launch Control 77
Accessories and parts 8
ACC, see camera-based cruise
control 121
Activated-charcoal filter 144
Active Cruise Control, see
camera-based cruise con‐
trol 121
Additives, oil 197
Adjustments, seats/head re‐
straints 50
Adjustments, steering
wheel 59
After washing vehicle 222
Airbags 101
Airbags, indicator/warning
light 102
Air circulation, see Recircu‐
lated-air mode 140, 143
Air conditioner 139
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐
ing function 140, 142
Air distribution,
manual 140, 143
Air flow, air conditioner 140
Air flow, automatic climate
control 143
Air pressure, tires 182
Air vents, see Ventilation 144
Alarm system 44
Alarm triggering 44
Alarm, unintentional 45
All around the center con‐
sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering
wheel 14
All-season tires, see Winter
tires 188
Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 147
Alternative oil types 197
Antifreeze, washer fluid 73
Antilock Brake System,
ABS 117
Anti-slip control, see DSC 117
App, MINI Motorer’s Guide 6
Approved axle load 229
Arrival time 89
Ash tray 150
Assistance when driving
off 120
Assist system, see Intelligent
Safety 110
AUTO intensity 143
Automatic car wash 221
Automatic climate con‐
trol 141
Automatic Curb Monitor 58
Automatic deactivation, Front-
seat passenger airbags 103
Automatic headlight con‐
trol 97
Automatic locking 44
Automatic recirculated-air
control 143
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 75
AUTO program, automatic cli‐
mate control 142
AUTO program, intensity 143
Auto Start/Stop function 66
Average fuel consumption 89
Average speed 89
Axle loads, weights 229
B
Backrest curvature, see Lum‐
bar support 51, 52
Band-aids, see First-aid
kit 216
Battery replacement, vehicle
battery 214
Battery, vehicle 213
Being towed, see Tow-starting
and towing 217
Belts, safety belts 53
Beverage holder, cu‐
pholder 156
Bonus range, GREEN
Mode 171
Bottle holder, see Cu‐
pholder 156
Brake assistant 117
Brake discs, break-in 162
Brake pads, break-in 162
Braking, hints 163
Breakdown assistance 216
Break-in 162
Brightness of Control Dis‐
play 92
Bug light 205
Bulb replacement 204
Bulb replacement, front 205
Bulb replacement, rear 207
Bulb replacement, side 211
Bulbs and lights 204
Button, Start/Stop 64
Bypassing, see Jump-start‐
ing 216
C
California Proposition 65
Warning 8
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Direction indicator, see Turn
signals 70
Display, electronic, instrument
cluster 80
Display, engine tempera‐
ture 89
Display lighting, see Instru‐
ment lighting 99
Displays 79
Displays, cleaning 224
Disposal, coolant 200
Disposal, vehicle battery 214
Distance control, see PDC 129
Distance to destination 89
Divided screen view, split
screen 23
Door lock, see Remote con‐
trol 34
Drive mode, GREEN
Mode 169
Drive-off assistant 120
Drive-off assistant, see
DSC 117
Driving Dynamics Control 119
Driving Excitement, SPORT 90
Driving instruction, GREEN
Mode 171
Driving instructions, break-
in 162
Driving mode 119
Driving notes, general 163
Driving stability control sys‐
tems 117
Driving style analysis 173
Driving tips 163
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐
trol 117
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐
trol 118
Dynamic Damping Con‐
trol 119
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 117
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC 118
E
Electronic displays, instrument
cluster 80
Electronic oil measure‐
ment 195
Electronic Stability Program
ESP, see DSC 117
Emergency detection, remote
control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler
flap 178
Emergency start function, en‐
gine start 35
Emergency wheel, compact
wheel, see Emergency
wheel 212
Energy Control 85
Engine, automatic Start/Stop
function 66
Engine, automatic switch-
off 66
Engine compartment 193
Engine compartment, working
in 193
Engine coolant 199
Engine idling when driving,
coasting 172
Engine oil 195
Engine oil, adding 196
Engine oil additives 197
Engine oil change 197
Engine oil filler neck 196
Engine oil types, alterna‐
tive 197
Engine oil types, suitable 197
Engine start during malfunc‐
tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐
ing 216
Engine start, see Starting the
engine 65
Engine stop 65
Engine temperature, dis‐
play 89
Entering a car wash 221
Equipment, interior 146
Error displays, see Check Con‐
trol 80
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐
gram, see DSC 117
Exchanging wheels/tires 187
Exhaust system 163
Exterior mirror, automatic
dimming feature 58
Exterior mirrors 57
External start 216
External temperature dis‐
play 84
External temperature warn‐
ing 84
Eyes for securing cargo 166
F
Failure message, see Check
Control 80
False alarm, see Unintentional
alarm 45
Fan, see Air flow 140, 143
Favorites buttons, onboard
monitor 24
Filler neck for engine oil 196
Fine wood, care 223
First-aid kit 216
Flat tire, changing wheels 212
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 108
Flat tire, repairing 188
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 104
Flat tire, warning
lamp 105, 108
Flooding 163
Floor carpet, care 224
Floor mats, care 224
Fogged up windows 141
Folding back rear seat back‐
rests 153
Fold-out position, windshield
wipers 73
Foot brake 163
Front airbags 101
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