2016 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE fuel

ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic‐
ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page 242.6Information
AT A GLANCE
14Cockpit18Onboard monitor26Voice activation system29Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
CONTROLS
34Opening and closing54Adjusting63Transporting children safely66Driving80Displays100Lights105Safety122Driving stability control systems126Driving comfort144Climate control151Interior equipment153Digital compass160Storage compartments
DRIVING TIPS
166Things to remember when driving170Loading173Saving fuelMOBILITY182Refueling184Fuel186Wheels and tires198Engine compartment200Engine oil204Coolant206Maintenance208Replacing components220Breakdown assistance226Care
REFERENCE
234Technical data237Appendix242Everything from A to Z
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Press button.
The vehicle is unlocked.
Pressing the buttons for the central locking sys‐
tem locks and unlocks the closed doors and the
tailgate, but they are not secured against theft.
The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked. The hazard warning
system and interior lights come on.
Unlocking and opening▷Press the central locking system
button to unlock the doors to‐
gether, and then pull the door handle
above the armrest.▷Pull the door opener on the door to be
opened. The other door remain locked.
Tailgate
Information WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when operat‐
ing the tailgate. There is a risk of injuries. Make
sure that the area of movement of the tailgate
is clear during opening and closing. ◀
To avoid locking it into the vehicle, do not place
the remote control in the cargo area.
Opening from the outside When the tailgate is opened, make sure there is
sufficient clearance to prevent damage.
▷Unlock the vehicle and press the button on
the tailgate.▷Press button on the remote control
for approx. 1 second.
As the case may be, the doors are also un‐
locked. Unlocking with the remote control,
refer to page 39.
The tailgate is unlocked and can be swung
downward.
Opening from the inside With the vehicle is stationary, press the
button in the driver's floor area.
Closing To close the tailgate, swivel it upwards and
press it closed.
Emergency unlocking
Pull the handle inside the cargo area.
The tailgate unlocks.
Comfort Access
The concept
The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control.
All you need to do is to have the remote control
with you, such as in your pants pocket.
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Press and hold down the handle of the driver or
the front seat passenger.
This corresponds to pressing and holding the
remote control button:

In addition to locking, the convertible top and
the windows are closed.
Press and hold the button, until the convertible
top is fully closed.
Unlocking the tailgate separately
Press button on the exterior of the trunk lid.
This corresponds to pressing the remote control
button:

The situation of the doors does not change.
Malfunction Remote control detection by the vehicle can
among others be malfunctioning under the fol‐
lowing circumstances:
▷The battery of the remote control is dis‐
charged. Replace the battery, refer to
page 35.▷Interference of the radio connection from
transmission towers or other equipment
with high transmit power.▷Shielding of the remote control due to
metal objects.▷Interference of the radio connection from
mobile phones or other electronic devices
in direct proximity.
Do not transport the remote control together
with metal objects or electronic devices.
In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock
the vehicle using the buttons of the remote
control or using the integrated key, refer to
page 40.
Adjusting Unlocking The settings are saved in the active profile. Per‐
sonal Profile, refer to page 36.
Doors1. "Settings"2."Doors/key"3. Select the symbol.4.Select the desired function.▷"Driver's door only"
Only the driver's door and the fuel filler
flap are unlocked. Pressing again un‐
locks the entire vehicle.▷"All doors"
The entire vehicle is unlocked.
Tailgate
Depending on optional features and country
version, this setting is not offered in some
cases.
1. "Settings"2."Doors/key"3. Select the symbol.4.Select the desired function.
Locking
The settings are saved in the active profile. Per‐
sonal Profile, refer to page 36.
1. "Settings"2."Doors/key"3.Select desired setting.▷"Lock if no door is opened"Seite 43Opening and closingCONTROLS43
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▷After approx. 8 minutes.▷When the vehicle is locked using the central
locking system.▷Shortly before the battery is discharged
completely, so that the engine can still be
started.
The radio-ready state remains active if, for ex‐
ample, the ignition is automatically switched off
for the following reasons:
▷Opening or closing the driver's door.▷Unfastening of the driver's safety belt.▷When automatically switching from low
beams to parking lights.
If the engine is switched off and the ignition is
switched on, the system automatically switches
to the radio-ready state if the lights are turned
off or, if correspondingly equipped, the day‐
time running lights are activated.
Starting the engine
Information DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila‐
tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can
enter into the vehicle. The exhaust gases con‐
tain carbon monoxide, an odorless and color‐
less but highly toxic gas. In enclosed areas, ex‐
haust gases can also accumulate outside of the
vehicle. There is danger to life. Keep the ex‐
haust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventila‐
tion. ◀
WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
and possibly roll away. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against
rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, observe the following:
▷Set the parking brake.▷On uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
turn the front wheels in the direction of the
curb.▷On uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
also secure the vehicle, e.g., with a wheel
chock. ◀
ATTENTION
In the case of repeated starting attempts
or repeated starting in quick succession, the
fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned.
The catalytic converter can overheat. There is a
risk of damage to property. Avoid repeated
starting in quick succession. ◀
Steptronic transmission
Starting the engine
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Engage selector lever position P or N.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a cer‐
tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine
starts.
Manual transmission
Starting the engine
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press on the clutch pedal and shift to neu‐
tral.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a cer‐
tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine
starts.
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Engine stop
Information WARNING
Unattended children or animals can
cause the vehicle to move and endanger them‐
selves and traffic, e.g., due to the following ac‐
tions:▷Pressing the Start/Stop button.▷Releasing the parking brake.▷Opening and closing the doors or windows.▷Engaging selector lever position N.▷Using vehicle equipment.
There is risk of accidents or injuries. Do not
leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐
hicle. Take the remote control with you when
exiting and lock the vehicle. ◀
WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
and possibly roll away. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against
rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, observe the following:
▷Set the parking brake.▷On uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
turn the front wheels in the direction of the
curb.▷On uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
also secure the vehicle, e.g., with a wheel
chock. ◀
Before driving into a car wash
So that the vehicle can roll into a car wash ob‐
serve instructions for going into an automatic
car wash, refer to page 226.
Steptronic transmission
Switching off the engine1.Engage selector lever position P with the
vehicle stopped.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
The engine is switched off.
The radio-ready state is switched on.3.Set the parking brake.
Manual transmission
Switching off the engine
1.With the vehicle at a standstill, press the
Start/Stop button.
The engine is switched off.
The radio-ready state is switched on.2.Shift into first gear or reverse.3.Set the parking brake.
Auto Start/Stop function
The concept
The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
The system switches off the engine during a
stop, for example, in traffic congestion or at
traffic lights. The ignition remains switched on.
The engine starts automatically for driving off.
Information
After every start of the engine using the Start/ Stop button, the Auto Start/Stop function is in
the last selected state, refer to page 70. When
the Auto Start/Stop function is active, it is avail‐
able when the vehicle is traveling faster than
about 3 mph, approx. 5 km/h.
Depending on the selected driving mode, refer
to page 124, the system is automatically acti‐
vated or deactivated.
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DisplaysVehicle features and op‐tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are notnecessarily 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.
Instrument cluster
Overview, instrument cluster
1Tachometer   852Indicator/warning lights3Speedometer4Fuel gauge  855Display/reset miles   856Electronic displays  81Seite 80CONTROLSDisplays80
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Displaying stored Check Control
messages
On the Control Display:1. "Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Check Control"4.Select the text message.
Messages after trip completion
Special messages displayed while driving are
displayed again after the ignition is switched
off.
Fuel gauge Vehicle tilt position may cause
the display to vary.
The arrow beside the fuel pump
symbol shows which side of the
vehicle the fuel filler flap is on.
Information on refueling, refer to page 182.
Tachometer
Always avoid engine speeds in the red warning
field. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted
to protect the engine.
Odometer and trip odom‐
eter
The concept
Odometer and trip odometer are displayed in
the instrument cluster.
Resetting the trip odometer
Press the knob.▷The odometer is displayed
when the ignition is switched
off.▷When the ignition is switched
on, the trip odometer is re‐
set.
External temperature
If the indicator drops to
+37 ℉/+3 ℃, a signal sounds.
A Check Control message is dis‐
played.
There is an increased risk of ice
on roads.
WARNING
Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃
there can be a danger of icy roads, e.g., on
bridges or shady sections of road. There is risk
of an accident. Adjust your driving style to the
weather conditions at low temperatures. ◀
Time The time is displayed in the in‐
strument cluster.
Setting the time on the Control
Display, refer to page 93.
Date The date is displayed in the in‐
strument cluster.
Set the date on the Control Dis‐
play, refer to page 93.
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Range
Display With a low remaining range:▷A Check Control message is
displayed briefly.▷The remaining range is
shown on the onboard com‐
puter.▷With a dynamic driving style, for example
taking curves aggressively, the engine func‐
tion is not always ensured.
The Check Control message appears continu‐
ously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km.
ATTENTION
With a range of less than 30 miles/50 km
it is possible that the engine will no longer have
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not ensured
anymore. There is a risk of damage to property.
Refuel promptly. ◀
Displaying the cruising range
1. "Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3."Range"
Current fuel consump‐
tion
The concept
Displays the current fuel consumption. Check
whether you are currently driving in an efficient
and environmentally-friendly manner.
Displaying the current fuel
consumption
1. "Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3."Current consumption"Service requirements
The concept
After the ignition is turned on the instrument
cluster briefly displays available driving distance
or time to the next scheduled maintenance.
A service advisor can read out the current serv‐
ice requirements from your remote control.
Display
Detailed information on service
requirements
More information on the scope of service re‐
quired can be displayed on the Control Display.1. "Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Service required"
Required maintenance procedures and le‐
gally mandated inspections are displayed.4.Select an entry to call up detailed informa‐
tion.
Symbols
SymbolsDescriptionNo service is currently required.The deadline for scheduled
maintenance or a legally man‐
dated inspection is approach‐
ing.The service deadline has al‐
ready passed.
Entering appointment dates
Enter the dates for the required inspections.
Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are
set correctly.
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