2016 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE ground clearance

Interrupting manuallyThe parking assistant can be interrupted at any
time:▷ "Parking Assistant"▷Press park assistance button.
Interrupting automatically
The system is interrupted automatically in the
following situations:
▷If the driver grasps the steering wheel or if
he takes over steering.▷If a gear is selected that does not match the
instruction on the display.▷If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
6 mph/10 km/h.▷Possible on snow-covered or slippery road
surfaces.▷If a maximum number of parking attempts
or the time taken for parking is exceeded.▷If the Park Distance Control PDC displays
clearances that are too small.▷When switching into other functions of the
radio.
A Check Control message is displayed.
Resume
An interrupted parking procedure can be con‐
tinued if needed.
Reactivate the parking assistant, refer to page 141, and follow the instructions on the
display.
Switching off The system can be deactivated as follows:
▷Press park assistance button.▷Switching off the ignition.System limits
Information WARNING
The system can react incorrectly or not at
all due to the system limits. There is risk of acci‐
dents or risk of property damage. Observe the
information regarding the system limits and ac‐
tively intervene, if needed. ◀
No parking assistance The parking assistant does not offer assistance
in the following situations:▷In tight curves.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the
following situations:
▷On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel
roads.▷On slippery ground.▷With accumulations of leaves/snow in the
parking space.▷With a mounted emergency wheel.▷With ditches or edges, for example an edge
of a port.
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
Ultrasonic measuring might not function under
the following circumstances:
▷For small children and animals.▷For persons with certain clothing, for exam‐
ple coats.▷With external interference of the ultra‐
sound, for example from passing vehicles
or loud machines.▷When sensors are dirty, iced over, damaged
or out of position.▷If cargo protrudes.Seite 142CONTROLSDriving comfort142
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Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from
the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its
active mode.
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,
e.g., 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 state or with the engine switched
off, safety-relevant functions are restricted or
not available anymore, e.g., braking effect of
the engine or braking force and steering sup‐port. There is risk of an accident. Do not drive in
idle state 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 a risk of property damage. Ensure that
there is sufficient ground clearance available. ◀
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Exterior mirror, automaticdimming feature 61
Exterior mirrors 60
External start 220
External temperature dis‐ play 85
External temperature warn‐ ing 85
Eyes for securing cargo 171
F
Failure message, see Check Control 81
False alarm, see Unintentional alarm 45
Fan, see Air flow 145, 148
Favorites buttons, onboard monitor 24
Filler neck for engine oil 201
Fine wood, care 229
First-aid kit 220
Flat tire, changing wheels 215
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 113
Flat tire, repairing 194
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 109
Flat tire, warning lamp 110, 113
Flooding 167
Floor carpet, care 229
Floor mats, care 229
Fogged up windows 146
Fold-away position, wind‐ shield wipers 74
Folding back rear seat backr‐ ests 158
Foot brake 167
Front airbags 105
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 116
Front fog lights 103
Front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 107 Front-seat passenger airbags,
indicator lamp 107
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 113
Fuel 184
Fuel consumption, see Aver‐ age fuel consumption 90
Fuel filler flap 182
Fuel gauge 85
Fuel lid 182
Fuel quality 184
Fuel recommendation 184
Fuel, tank capacity 236
Fuse 219
G Garage door opener, see Uni‐ versal Integrated Remote
Control 151
Gasoline 184
Gear change, Steptronic trans‐ mission 76
Gear shift indicator 87
General driving notes 167
Glare shield 155
Glove compartment 160
GREEN Mode 174
GREEN Mode, bonus range 176
GREEN Mode driving style analysis 178
GREEN Mode indicator 174
GREEN - program, driving dy‐ namics 124
GREEN tip 176
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 235
Ground clearance 168
H Halogen headlights 209
Handbrake, see parking brake 71
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 152 Hazard warning flashers 220
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 101
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 101
Headlight flasher 72
Headlight glass 209
Headlights, care 227
Head restraints 54
Head restraints, front 58
Head restraints, rear 59
Head-up Display 94
Head-Up Display, Shift point indicator 96
Head-up Display, sport dis‐ plays 96
Head-up Display, standard view 95
Heavy cargo, stowing 171
High-beam Assistant 102
High beams 72
High beams/low beams, see High-beam Assistant 102
Hills 168
Hill start assistant, see Drive- off assistant 125
Holder for beverages 161
Homepage 6
Hood 198
Horn 14
Hot exhaust system 167
HUD Head-up Display 94
Hydroplaning 167
I
Ice warning, see External tem‐ perature warning 85
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning 85
Identification marks, tires 190
Identification number, see ve‐ hicle identification num‐
ber 10
Ignition key, see Remote con‐ trol 34 Seite 245Everything from A to ZREFERENCE245
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