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Contents OWNER'S MANUAL. MINI COUNTRYMAN PLUG- IN HYBRID. Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
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The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new MINI. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐...
Communication can be called up via the follow‐ Wheels and tires ing Owner's Manuals: Integrated Owner's Engine compartment Manual in the vehicle, Online Owner's Manual, Engine oil MINI Driver's Guide app. Coolant Maintenance Replacing components Information Breakdown assistance AT A GLANCE...
Internet the first chapter. The Owner's Manual and general Information Updates made after the editorial about MINI, for example on technology, are deadline available on the Internet: www.miniusa.com. Due to updates after the editorial deadline, dif‐ Integrated Owner's Manual in the ferences may exist between the printed Own‐...
Information Symbols and displays Symbols in the Owner's Manual Symbol Meaning Precautions that must be followed. To avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle. ◄ End of a specific item of information. The symbols on parts of the vehicle indicate that incorrect use of high-voltage equipment or Measures that can be taken to help of orange-colored high-voltage components...
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you entrust corresponding procedures to a ▷ Online Owner's Manual. MINI dealer’s service center. If you choose to ▷ MINI Motorer’s Guide App. use another service facility, the manufacturer of Notes on updates can be found in the appendix your vehicle recommends use of a facility that of the printed Owner's Manual for the vehicle.
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MINI vehicles under all usage conditions. operated under those conditions. If you wish to operate your vehicle in another country or re‐...
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Information systems. Furthermore, control devices facilitate ter or repair shop can read out the information. comfort or infotainment functions. The socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis re‐ quired by law in the vehicle is used to read out Electronic control devices contain data memo‐ the data.
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Information Services This data can be stored locally in the vehicle or is found on a device that has been connected General information to the vehicle, e.g., a smartphone, USB stick or MP3 player. If this data is stored in the vehicle, If the vehicle has a wireless network connec‐...
Information functions and services required by law such as However, other parties, such as law enforce‐ Assist systems. ment, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely ac‐ Services from other providers quired during a crash investigation. When using online services from other provid‐...
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying MINI of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
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AT A GLANCE Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the...
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AT A GLANCE Cockpit Camera-based cruise control on/ Windshield wipers 101 off 159 Cruise control on/off 165 Rain sensor 102 Cruise control: store speed Cleaning windows 99 Pausing, continuing cruise control Rear window wiper 100 Cruise control: increase speed Clean the rear window 100 Cruise control: reduce speed Steering wheel buttons, right Voice activation 29...
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Starting/stopping the engine, switching drive-ready state modes and the ignition on/ Intelligent Safety 146 off 89 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 155 Control Display 20 Radio/Multimedia MINI Driving Modes switch 157 Glove compartment 193 Climate control 177 Steptronic transmission selector lever 105 PDC Park Distance Control 167 Controller with buttons 21...
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AT A GLANCE Cockpit In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request Ambient light 134 Indicator light, front-seat passen‐ Panoramic glass sunroof 70 airbag 139 Reading lights 134 Interior lights 134 Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Central Information Display (CID) Vehicle features and op‐ Control elements tions Overview 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 vehicle, e.
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Press the Controller. Switching off Press button. "Turn off control display" ▷ Move in four directions. Controller with navigation system General information The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐ Buttons on the Controller rectly.
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Controller without navigation system Buttons on the Controller General information Button Function The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐ Press once: call up main menu. rectly. The Controller can be used to select Press twice: open recently used me‐...
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Selecting menu items Opening recently used menus Highlighted menu items can be selected. The recently used menus can be displayed. Press button twice. Turn the Controller until the desired menu item is highlighted. Opening the Options menu Press button.
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Activating/deactivating the functions Entry comparison Several menu items are preceded by a check‐ When entering names and addresses, the box. It indicates whether the function is acti‐ choice is narrowed down with every letter en‐ vated or deactivated.
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) ▷ Swipe to the left. ▷ Tap on symbol. New display is opened. Opening recently used menus Tap on symbol. Tap on symbol. Changing settings All Central Information Display (CID) functions can be called up via the main menu. Settings such as volumes can be changed via the touchscreen.
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(CID) can be operated using the touchpad Using the map on the Controller: The map in the navigation system can be Selecting functions moved via the touchpad. "My MINI" Function Operation "System settings" Move map. Swipe in the appropriate di‐...
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Split screen Status information General information General information Additional information can be displayed on the The status field can be found in the upper area right side of the split screen, for instance infor‐ of the Control Display.
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) The function will work immediately. This Symbol Meaning means, for instance that the number is dialed USB audio interface. when a phone number is selected. Mobile phone audio interface. Displaying the key assignment iPod.
AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle features and op‐ Functional requirements tions Via the Control Display, set a language that is also supported by the voice activation system This chapter describes all standard, country- so that the spoken commands can be identi‐ specific and optional features offered with the fied.
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The short version of the voice dialog plays back respective list. short messages in abbreviated form. "My MINI" Displaying possible commands "System settings" The following is displayed in the top area of the "Language"...
AT A GLANCE Voice activation system "Language" "Speaking during voice output" Adjusting the volume Turn the volume button during the spoken in‐ structions until the desired volume is set. ▷ The volume remains constant even if the volume of other audio sources is changed. ▷...
Via the Central Information Display (CID): to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ "My MINI" tems. When using these functions and systems, "System settings" the applicable laws and regulations must be "Date and time"...
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The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used. Setting the date Via the Central Information Display (CID): Activating/deactivating "My MINI" popup windows "System settings" For some functions, popup windows are dis‐ "Date and time" played automatically on the Control Display.
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Messages are additionally displayed in the sta‐ tus field. Concept The vehicle offers various functions which re‐ Retrieving messages quire data to be transferred to MINI or a service Via the Central Information Display (CID): provider. The data transfer can be deactivated for some functions. "Notifications"...
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General settings Activating/deactivating the data Via the Central Information Display (CID): transfer Switch on the ignition. Follow the instructions on the Control Display. "My MINI" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "System settings" Switch on the ignition. "Data privacy" "My MINI"...
These numbers profiles. can be displayed in the vehicle. Performing software updates. Via the Central Information Display (CID): Playing music. "My MINI" Playing videos from the smart‐ USB. "System settings" phone or the USB storage de‐ "Mobile devices"...
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Switching on Bluetooth ▷ "Telephone" Via the Central Information Display (CID): ▷ "Bluetooth® audio" ▷ "Apps" "My MINI" ▷ "Apple CarPlay" "System settings" The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐ "Mobile devices" played on the Control Display. "Settings" Search for Bluetooth devices in the vicinity "Bluetooth®"...
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AT A GLANCE General settings Delete all known Bluetooth connections Configure the mobile phone and connect it from the device list on the mobile phone with the telephone or additional phone and start a new device search. function. ▷ The mobile phone is in power-save mode How can the phone connection quality be im‐...
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Operation For more information, see the Integrated Own‐ Connecting the device er's Manual, Online Owner's Manual, MINI Driv‐ Connect the USB storage device using a suita‐ er's Guide app or the Owner's Manual for Navi‐ ble adapter cable to a USB interface, refer to gation, Entertainment, and Communication.
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Pair the iPhone as a new device. Via the Central Information Display (CID): If the steps listed have been carried out and the "My MINI" required function is still not available: contact the hotline, a dealer’s service center or another "System settings"...
"My MINI" ware updates. "System settings" Updates and related current information is "Mobile devices" available on the Internet at www.mini.com/ update. Select device. "Connect device" Displaying the installed software The functions that were assigned to the device version before disconnecting are assigned to the de‐...
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The software may only be restored when the vehicle is stationary. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "System settings" "Software update" "Restore software" 5. ▷ "Previous version"...
Selecting the Owner's Manual ▷ Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle, refer to page 43. Press button. ▷ MINI Motorer’s Guide App, refer to "My MINI" page 44. "Owner's Manual" ▷ Online Owner's Manual, refer to page 45. Select the required method of accessing the There are different features, refer to page 46, contents.
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Changing between a function and the mediately. Owner's Manual To switch from a function, for instance radio, to the Owner's Manual on the Control Display and MINI Motorer’s Guide app to alternate between the two displays: Concept Press button. The app specifically describes features and "Owner's Manual"...
AT A GLANCE Owner's Manual media Quick Reference Guide The Owner's Manual is downloaded in the lan‐ guage of the device. The Quick Reference Guide provides informa‐ tion on how to operate the vehicle, how to use basic vehicle functions and what to do in case Online Owner's Manual of a breakdown.
Hybrid system Combustion engine Control-system electronics, electric motor Concept Electric motor This MINI is a hybrid vehicle. In addition to the High-voltage cables: orange combustion engine, the vehicle features a high- High-voltage battery voltage system that consists of an electric mo‐...
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AT A GLANCE MINI eDRIVE Assistance from the electric motor Regular and complete charging of the high- voltage battery reduces the fuel consumption Driving off and accelerating require a lot of en‐ by using electric energy. ergy. To optimize acceleration and to reduce fuel...
AT A GLANCE Safety of the hybrid system Safety of the hybrid system Vehicle features and op‐ Hybrid system tions Contact with water This chapter describes all standard, country- The hybrid system is typically safe even in the specific and optional features offered with the following example situations: series.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and op‐ WARNING Unlocking from the inside is only possible tions with special knowledge. This chapter describes all standard, country- Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehi‐ specific and optional features offered with the cle while being exposed to extreme tempera‐...
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65. With Comfort Access: convenient closing ▷ The interior lights, courtesy lights and the MINI logo projection are switched on. Safety information These functions are not available if the inte‐ rior lights were switched off manually. WARNING ▷...
Press button on the remote control control for approx. 1 second. with the vehicle locked. Without automatic tailgate operation: The MINI logo projection is also switched on. The tailgate is unlocked and can be swung up‐ These functions are not available if the interior ward.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Malfunction Slide the integrated key in the cover of the battery compartment and raise the cover. General information A Check Control message is displayed. Remote control detection by the vehicle may malfunction under the following circumstances: ▷...
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Switching on the drive-ready state via Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehi‐ emergency detection of the remote cle while being exposed to extreme tempera‐ control tures are at risk of injury or death. Do not lock the vehicle from the outside when there are people in it.◀...
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Unlocking The other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside. Press button. Alarm system The alarm system is not switched on if the vehi‐ Opening cle is locked with the integrated key. ▷ Press button to unlock the doors The alarm system is triggered when the door is together, and then pull the door handle opened, if the vehicle has been unlocked via...
CONTROLS Opening and closing Convenient closing ▷ The next unlocking and locking cycle is not possible until after approx. 2 seconds. Safety information Unlocking WARNING With convenient closing, body parts can be jammed. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the doors is clear during convenient closing.◀...
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CONTROLS Opening and closing General information NOTE The tailgate swings back and up when it To avoid locking it in the vehicle, do not place opens. There is a risk of damage to property. the remote control in the cargo area. Make sure that the area of movement of the If the remote control is in the sensor area, the tailgate is clear during opening and...
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CONTROLS Opening and closing With this movement, the leg must pass ▷ Interference of the radio connection from through the ranges of both sensors. mobile phones or other electronic devices in direct proximity to the remote control. Do not transport the remote control to‐ gether with electronic devices.
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Unlocking with the re‐ Via the Central Information Display (CID): mote control, refer to page 54. The tailgate is unlocked and can be swung up‐ "My MINI" ward. "Vehicle settings" "Doors/Key" Opening from the inside "Tailgate"...
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Closing With Comfort Access: unlock the vehicle or have the remote control with you. From the outside Press the button on tailgate's exterior. Press the button on tailgate's exterior. ▷ Press and hold button on the re‐ mote control for approx.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Driver profile must be outside of the vehicle in the area of the tailgate. Concept Interruption of the closing procedure In the driver profiles, individual settings for sev‐ eral drivers can be stored and called up again The closing procedure is interrupted in the fol‐...
▷ Rearview camera. ▷ Head-up Display. Renaming a driver profile ▷ MINI Driving Modes. A personal name can be assigned to the active driver profile to avoid confusion between the ▷ Intelligent Safety. driver profiles. ▷...
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Opening and closing Via the Central Information Display (CID): Select USB storage device as needed. Select the driver profile to be imported. "My MINI" "Driver profiles" Displaying driver profiles during start Select driver profile. The driver profiles can be displayed during each The driver profile marked with this sym‐...
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The setting can be made for the driver Doors profile marked with this symbol. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "Last seat position automatic" "My MINI" When the vehicle is unlocked, the driver's seat and exterior mirrors resume their last set posi‐ "Vehicle settings" tions.
CONTROLS Opening and closing Overview "Doors/Key" Deactivate or activate the desired confir‐ mation signals. ▷ "Flash for lock/unlock" Unlocking is signaled by two flashes, locking by one. ▷ With alarm system: "Acoustic signal for lock/unlock" Unlocking is signaled by one honk of the horn.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Interior motion sensor locked. The hazard warning system flashes once. The windows and the glass sunroof must be closed for the system to function properly. Panic mode Avoiding unintentional alarms You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation.
CONTROLS Opening and closing Power windows Convenient opening via the remote control, re‐ fer to page 53. General information Closing If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the windows are automatically closed except a ▷ Pull the switch to the resistance point. gap.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Initializing the system The window closes with limited jam protec‐ tion. If the closing force exceeds a specific The system can be initialized when the vehicle threshold, closing is interrupted. is stationary and the engine is running. During initialization, the affected window Pull the switch past the resistance closes without jam protection.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Overview Comfort position In some models, the wind noises in the car's in‐ terior are lowest when the glass sunroof is not fully open. In these models, the automatic function initially only opens the glass sunroof up to this comfort position.
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After a power failure during the opening or closing process, the glass sunroof can only be operated to a limited extent. The system must be initialized in this case. MINI recommends having this work performed only by a dealer's service center or another qualified service cen‐...
CONTROLS Settings Settings Vehicle features and op‐ WARNING With a backrest inclined too far to the tions rear, the efficacy of safety gear, including safety belts can no longer be ensured. There is a risk This chapter describes all standard, country- of sliding under the safety belt in an accident.
CONTROLS Settings Forward/backward Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re‐ gion of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture. Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired direction.
CONTROLS Settings Forward/backward Backrest tilt Push switch forward or backward. Move switch forward or backward. Height Lumbar support Concept The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re‐ gion of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture.
CONTROLS Settings Front seat heating WARNING Unexpected movements of the backrest Overview while driving may occur due to unintentional unlocking of the rear backrests by the straps. There is a risk of injury. Do not fasten any ob‐ jects to the straps for unlocking the rear back‐ rests.◀...
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CONTROLS Settings Correct use of safety belts The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of every ▷ Wear the safety belt twist-free and tight to build if the seat is correctly adjusted. your body over your lap and shoulders. ▷...
CONTROLS Settings Middle safety belt in the rear Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front passenger seat Buckling the safety belt Display in the instrument cluster The indicator light lights up and a signal sounds. Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly.
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CONTROLS Settings ▷ Only use accessories that have been deter‐ mined to be safe for attachment to a head restraint. ▷ Do not use any accessories, for instance pil‐ lows, while driving.◀ Adjusting the height: John Cooper Works sport seat The height of the head restraints cannot be ad‐...
CONTROLS Settings WARNING ▷ Forward: fold the head restraint toward the front as far as it will go. Make sure that the Objects on the head restraint reduce the head restraint engages correctly. protective effect in the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury.
CONTROLS Settings The adjustment of the lumbar support is not The procedure stops when a switch for setting stored. the seat or one of the memory buttons is pressed. Safety information While driving, the seat position adjustment on the driver's side is interrupted after a short WARNING time.
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CONTROLS Settings Overview ▷ In vehicle washes. ▷ On narrow roads. Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto‐ matically at a speed of approx. 25 mph/40 km/h. Automatic heating Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated whenever the ignition is switched on. Automatic dimming feature Settings Selecting a mirror, Automatic Curb Monitor...
CONTROLS Settings Interior mirror, manually dimmable ▷ In the mirror glass. ▷ On the back of the mirror. Flip lever Functional requirements ▷ Keep the photocells clean. ▷ Do not cover the area between the interior mirror and the windshield. Steering wheel Safety information To reduce the blinding effect of the interior...
CONTROLS Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the...
CONTROLS Transporting children safely Safety information bly replaced by the dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair WARNING shop.◀ Active front-seat passenger airbags can injure a child in a child restraint system when WARNING the airbags are activated. There is a risk of in‐ The stability of the child restraint system jury.
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CONTROLS Transporting children safely Locking the safety belt ward until the best possible belt guide position is reached. Pull out the belt strap completely. Secure the child restraint system with the Child seat security safety belt. Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and pull it tight against the child restraint system.
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CONTROLS Transporting children safely Assembly of LATCH child restraint fixing Routing the retaining strap systems Install child restraint system, see manufac‐ turer's information. Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop‐ erly connected. Child restraint systems with tether strap Safety information Direction of travel WARNING Head restraint...
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CONTROLS Transporting children safely Locking the doors and windows Doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors up. The door can now be opened from the outside only. Safety switch for the rear Press button on the driver's door if children are being transported in the rear.
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CONTROLS Driving Driving Vehicle features and op‐ Some electronic systems/power consumers re‐ main ready for operation. tions Radio-ready state is switched off automatically: This chapter describes all standard, country- ▷ If the driver's or front passenger door is specific and optional features offered with the opened when exiting the vehicle, with series.
CONTROLS Driving Safety measures The vehicle is powered by the electric mo‐ tor. The ignition is switched off automatically in the following situations while the vehicle is station‐ ▷ Starting the combustion engine, refer to ary and the engine is off: page 91.
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CONTROLS Driving Combustion engine start WARNING Unattended children or animals can Functional requirements cause the vehicle to move and endanger them‐ selves and traffic, for instance due to the fol‐ The combustion engine is started with activa‐ lowing actions: tion of the drive-ready state, refer to page 91, under the following conditions: ▷...
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CONTROLS Driving Auto Start/Stop function ▷ When the driver's door is open and neither the brake nor accelerator pedal are de‐ pressed. Concept ▷ When the hood is unlocked. The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel. The indicator lights come on. The combustion The system switches off the combustion engine engine can only be started via the Start/Stop when conditions for electric driving have been...
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CONTROLS Driving Safety information eDRIVE button WARNING When driving in electric mode, pedes‐ Auto eDRIVE trians and other traffic might pay less attention to the vehicle due to the lack of engine noise. General information There is a risk of an accident. Adjust driving Auto eDRIVE is activated by default when the style to traffic conditions.
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CONTROLS Driving SAVE BATTERY After coasting, the combustion or electric mo‐ tor restarts depending on the operating state. General information Acoustic pedestrian protection The current charge state of the high-voltage battery can be Concept maintained or increased with Depending on the country-specific version, the SAVE BATTERY.
Driving General information ▷ Adapting to the course of the road when destination guidance is activated. Depending on the setting of the MINI Driving ▷ System-related requirement for hybrid Modes switch, the high-voltage battery is components. charged at different speeds and the vehicle is decelerated differently while coasting.
CONTROLS Driving WARNING gaged. In these cases, the parking brake is released automatically when you leave the se‐ Unattended children or animals can lector lever position P. cause the vehicle to move and endanger them‐ selves and traffic, for instance due to the fol‐ While driving lowing actions: To use as emergency brake while driving:...
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CONTROLS Driving using a wheel chock, for instance when leaving The triple turn signal duration can be adjusted. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" After a power failure "Vehicle settings" Putting the parking brake into "Lighting" operation "Exterior lighting"...
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CONTROLS Driving Safety information Switching off and brief wipe WARNING If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or dam‐ age may occur to parts of the vehicle. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the vehicle is switched off when the wipers are in the folded away state and the wipers are folded in when switching...
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CONTROLS Driving Activating Windshield washer system Safety information WARNING The washer fluid can freeze onto the win‐ dow at low temperatures and obstruct the view. There is a risk of an accident. Only use the washer systems, if the washer fluid cannot freeze.
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CONTROLS Driving Rear window wiper Safety information WARNING Overview If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or dam‐ age may occur to parts of the vehicle. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the vehicle is switched off when the wipers are in the folded away state and the wipers are folded in when switching...
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CONTROLS Driving Folding down the wipers Switching on After the wipers are folded back down, the wiper system must be reactivated. Fold the wipers back down onto the wind‐ shield. Switch on the ignition. Push wiper lever down. Wipers return to their resting position and are ready again for operation.
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CONTROLS Driving Interval mode or rain sensor Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall. General information The sensor is located on the windshield, directly in front of the interior mirror.
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CONTROLS Driving Cleaning the windshield ▷ In resting position: turn the switch down‐ ward, arrow 3. The switch automatically re‐ turns to its resting position when released. ▷ In intermittent mode: turn the switch fur‐ ther, arrow 2. The switch automatically re‐ turns to its intermittent position when re‐...
CONTROLS Driving onds, until the wipers remain in a nearly Recommended minimum fill quantity: vertical position 0.2 US gal/1 liter. Safety information WARNING Some antifreeze agents can contain harmful substances and are flammable. There is a risk of fire and a risk of injury. Follow the in‐ structions on the containers.
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CONTROLS Driving Overview Selector lever version General information Depending on the vehicle equipment, a trans‐ mission with either a latching selector lever or a tap-operated selector lever is installed. Transmission with a latching selector lever The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en‐ gine compartment.
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CONTROLS Driving The transmission blocks the drive wheels in se‐ ▷ Unintentional shifting from selector lever lector lever position P. position P into another selector lever posi‐ tion. Engage selector lever position P only when the vehicle is stationary. To release the selector lever lock: with the brake pedal depressed, press the button on Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that se‐...
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CONTROLS Driving Ending the Sport program If there is a malfunction, you may not be able to change the selector lever position. Push the selector lever to the right. Manually unlock the transmission lock, if D is displayed in the instrument cluster. needed, refer to page 108.
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CONTROLS Driving Displays in the instrument cluster Using the screwdriver from the onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit, refer to page 257, press the The selector lever position is dis‐ yellow release lever downward, see arrow. played, for example P. Releasing the transmission lock manually: with a latching selector lever If the selector lever is locked in selector lever position P despite the ignition being switched...
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CONTROLS Displays Displays Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the observed.
Electronic displays Driver assistance systems Onboard Computer 121 Messages, for instance Check Control Charging screen 110 Time 117 Selector lever position 105 External temperature 117 MINI Driving Modes switch status 157 Selection lists 121 eDRIVE mode status 92 Total miles/trip odometer 117 Charging screen Departure time with timer 224 Stationary climate control 224...
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CONTROLS Displays Electric driving: ePOWER. Displays of the hybrid system Displays in the instrument cluster General information The following functions of the hybrid system are displayed: ▷ High-voltage battery charge indicator, refer to page 111. In ePOWER mode, the range for electric driving ▷...
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Displaying the energy flow Via the Central Information Display (CID): Electric driving: MAX eDRIVE "My MINI" The display becomes active after MAX eDRIVE, refer to page 93, is "Technology in action" activated via the eDRIVE button.
A Check Control message is displayed as a com‐ Via the Central Information Display (CID): bination of indicator or warning lights and SMS text messages in the instrument cluster and in "My MINI" the Head-up Display. "Technology in action" In addition, an acoustic signal may be output "eDRIVE"...
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CONTROLS Displays Brake system The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by Braking system impaired. Continue to pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator drive moderately. pedal. Have the vehicle checked immediately by a dealer’s service center or another Yellow lights qualified service center or repair shop.
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CONTROLS Displays Tire Pressure Monitor TPM ous engine misfiring within a brief period can seriously damage emission control The indicator light lights up: the Tire components, in particular the catalytic con‐ Pressure Monitor reports a low tire in‐ verter. flation pressure or a flat tire. Follow the information in the Check Control message.
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The system is switched on. It maintains Via the Central Information Display (CID): the speed that was set using the control elements on the steering wheel. "My MINI" "Vehicle status" Blue lights "Check Control" Select the SMS text message.
General information shop. If the indicator drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃, a signal ▷ "MINI Roadside Assistance" sounds. Contact Roadside Assistance. A Check Control message is displayed. There is an increased risk of ice on roads.
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Displaying the cruising range Via the Central Information Display (CID): NOTE "My MINI" If the range is too small, the norma drive power is not available. Engine functions are not "System settings" ensured. There is a risk of damage to property.
Symbols Displaying the current fuel Symbols Description consumption No service is currently required. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" The deadline for scheduled "System settings" maintenance or a legally man‐ "Displays" dated inspection is approach‐ ing. "Instrument panel"...
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CONTROLS Displays Overview Speed Limit Info Camera Speed Limit Info Concept Speed Limit Info shows the current maximum permitted speed in the instrument cluster. General information The camera at the base of the interior mirror detects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well as variable overhead sign posts.
CONTROLS Displays Selection lists With navigation system: Speed Limit Info is not available. General information With the buttons on the steering wheel and the display in the instrument cluster the following Without navigation system: no can be displayed or operated: speed limit or cancellation is de‐...
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Press and hold button on signal lever. Display of the instrument cluster. Information is displayed in the Info Display of Via the Central Information Display (CID): the instrument cluster. "My MINI" "System settings" Information at a glance "Displays" "Instrument panel"...
CONTROLS Displays Engine temperature display voltage cables, even when the batteries are dis‐ charged.◀ Displays the current engine temperature, based on a combination of coolant and engine oil Display temperature. As soon as the optimum operat‐ ing temperature has been attained, the indica‐ tor is in the center position.
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"Onboard info" or "Trip computer" "Technology in action" Resetting the Onboard Computer "Sport displays" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "Sports instruments" Via MINI Driving Modes switch: "My MINI" "Driving information" Activate SPORT. "Onboard info" "Sport displays" "Consumption" or "Speed"...
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CONTROLS Displays Setting your current speed as the speed "Sport displays" warning "Vehicle and surroundings" Via the Central Information Display (CID): Via the MINI Driving Modes switch: "My MINI" Activate SPORT. "Vehicle settings" "Sport displays" "Speed warning" "Vehicle and surroundings"...
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Switching on/off LED ring speed. Via the Central Information Display (CID): The driver can get information without averting his or her eyes from the road. "My MINI" "System settings" General information "Displays" Follow the instructions for cleaning the Head- "Center Instrument"...
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CONTROLS Displays Overview Selecting displays in the Head-up Display Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "System settings" "Displays" "Head-Up Display" "Displayed information" Select the desired displays in the Head-up Display. Switching the Head-up Display on/off Settings are stored for the driver profile cur‐...
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"Displays" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "Head-Up Display" "Rotation" "My MINI" Turn the Controller until the desired setting "MINI Country Timer" is selected. Select the desired setting. Press the Controller. ▷ : display of the Country Timer. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐...
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Resetting the Country Timer Info Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "MINI Country Timer" "MINI Country Timer Info" Select the desired setting. ▷ "Reset record time and display": reset‐ ting the best time.
CONTROLS Lights Lights Vehicle features and op‐ Symbol Function tions Lights off. Daytime running lights. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Parking lights. series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
2 seconds. Setting the duration Via the Central Information Display (CID): Switching off "My MINI" Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in "Vehicle settings" the opposite direction. "Lighting"...
Via the Central Information Display (CID): General information "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" The assistant ensures that the high beams are switched on, whenever the traffic situation al‐ "Lighting"...
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CONTROLS Lights Activating/deactivating ▷ In tight curves, on hilltops or in depressions, in cross traffic or half-obscured oncoming traffic on highways. ▷ In poorly-lit towns and cities and in the presence of highly reflective signs. ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior mirror is fogged over, dirty or covered with stickers, etc.
Activating/deactivating General information Via the Central Information Display (CID): Depending on the equipment, the interior lights, footwell lights, entry lights, and courtesy "My MINI" lights are controlled automatically. "Vehicle settings" Thumbwheel for the instrument lighting con‐ "Lighting" trols brightness of some of these features.
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CONTROLS Lights "Interior lighting" "Brightness" Adjust the brightness. Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
CONTROLS Safety Safety Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the observed.
Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ low as possible when the airbag is trig‐ ties may affect the air bag system; contact MINI gered. Customer Relations for further information.
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CONTROLS Safety Functional readiness of the airbag General information system Before transporting a child on the front passen‐ ger seat, refer to the safety information and in‐ Safety information structions for children on the front passenger seat, see Children. WARNING Individual components can be hot after Safety information triggering of the airbag system.
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CONTROLS Safety Indicator light for the front-seat Strength of the driver's and front-seat passenger airbags passenger airbag The explosive power that activates driver's/ front-seat passenger airbags very much de‐ pends on the positions of the driver's/front pas‐ senger seat. To maintain the accuracy of this function over the long-term, calibrate the front seats as soon as a relevant Check Control message is dis‐...
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Wheels with TPM wheel electronics. Resetting the system Status display Via the Central Information Display (CID): Current status "My MINI" The system status can be displayed on the Con‐ "Vehicle status" trol Display, e.g., whether or not the system is "Tire Pressure Monitor"...
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CONTROLS Safety You may interrupt this trip at any time. When Reset the system. you continue the reset resumes automatically. If the tire inflation pressure is too low Messages Message General information A yellow warning light is illuminated in A low tire inflation pressure may cause the DSC the instrument cluster.
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CONTROLS Safety case, have the electronics checked and re‐ Symbol Possible cause placed at the next opportunity. There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure. Run-flat tires No reset was performed for the sys‐ tem. The system issues a warning Safety information based on the tire inflation pressures WARNING...
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CONTROLS Safety Vehicle handling with damaged tires is reported though tire inflation pressures are correct. Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle differently, potentially leading to conditions Malfunction such as the following: The yellow warning light flashes and is ▷...
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This sequence will continue Via the Central Information Display (CID): upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as "My MINI" the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be "Vehicle status" able to detect or signal low tire pressure as in‐...
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CONTROLS Safety Start the initialization with: "Perform reset". Run-flat tires, refer to page 237, are la‐ beled with a circular symbol containing the Drive away. letters RSC marked on the tire's sidewall. The initialization is completed while driving, which can be interrupted at any time. Actions in the event of a flat tire The initialization automatically continues when driving resumes.
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CONTROLS Safety Maximum speed Reduce speed and stop; otherwise, pieces of the tire could come loose and cause an acci‐ You may continue driving with a damaged tire dent. at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h. Do not continue driving. Contact a dealer’s Continued driving with a flat tire service center or another qualified service cen‐...
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CONTROLS Safety driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic Press button again: closely and actively intervene where appropri‐ ▷ All Intelligent Safety systems are ate.◀ switched on. ▷ The LED lights up green. WARNING Indicators and warnings do not relieve Hold down button: from personal responsibility.
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CONTROLS Safety Detection range Overview Button in the vehicle Objects that the system can detect are taken into account. Intelligent Safety button Safety information WARNING Camera The system does not relieve from per‐ sonal responsibility to assess visibility and traffic situation.
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Acute warnings can also be triggered without The warning time can be set via the Central In‐ previous forewarning. formation Display (CID). Braking intervention "My MINI" The warning prompts the driver to react. During "Vehicle settings" a warning, the maximum braking force is used. "Intelligent Safety"...
CONTROLS Safety System limits Warning sensitivity The more sensitive the warning settings are, Safety information the more warnings are displayed. Therefore, there may also be an excess of premature or WARNING unjustified warnings and reactions. The system can react not at all, too late, incorrectly, or without justification due to the system limits.
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CONTROLS Safety Camera ▷ Central area, arrow 1, directly in front of the vehicle. ▷ Expanded area, arrow 2, to the right and left of the central area. A collision is imminent if pedestrians are lo‐ cated within the central area. A warning is is‐ sued about pedestrians who are located within the extended area only if they are moving in the direction of the central area.
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CONTROLS Safety Warning with braking function Detection range The detection potential of the camera is lim‐ Display ited. If a collision with a person detected in this way Thus, a warning might not be issued or be is‐ is imminent, a warning symbol appears on the sued late.
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CONTROLS Safety General information This procedure takes the following criteria into account: ▷ Personal driving style, for instance steering behavior. ▷ Driving conditions, for instance length of trip. Starting at approximately 43 mph/70 km/h, the system is active and can display a recommen‐ dation to take a break.
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CONTROLS Safety PostCrash – iBrake Concept In the event of an accident, the system can bring the vehicle to a halt automatically with‐ out intervention by the driver in certain situa‐ tions. This can reduce the risk of a further colli‐ sion and the consequences thereof.
CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and op‐ DSC Dynamic Stability tions Control This chapter describes all standard, country- Concept specific and optional features offered with the Within the physical limits, the system helps to series.
CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Indicator/warning lights Automatic activation When DSC is deactivated, automatic activation The indicator light flashes: DSC controls occurs in the following situations: the drive and braking forces. ▷ The vehicle has a flat tire. The indicator light lights up: DSC has malfunctioned.
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This configuration is retrieved when GREEN is activated. switch Via the Central Information Display (CID): Concept "My MINI" The MINI Driving Modes switch helps to fine- "Vehicle settings" tune the vehicle's settings and features. Choose If necessary, "Driving mode" between three different programs. "Configure GREEN"...
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Displays is conveyed. Program selection Pressing the MINI Driving Modes switch displays a list of pro‐ grams, which can be selected. Selected program The instrument cluster displays the selected program.
CONTROLS Driving comfort Driving comfort General information Vehicle features and op‐ A camera on the interior mirror is used to de‐ tions tect vehicles driving ahead. This chapter describes all standard, country- Depending on the driving settings, the features specific and optional features offered with the of the cruise control can change in certain series.
CONTROLS Driving comfort Camera WARNING An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of an acci‐ dent. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against rolling. In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following: ▷...
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CONTROLS Driving comfort DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on, if When the system is switched on, the current necessary. speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed. Switching off The stored speed is displayed on the With the Stop&Go function for Steptronic trans‐ symbol.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Reduce distance of damage to property. Adjust the desired speed to the traffic conditions and brake as Press button repeatedly until the de‐ needed.◀ sired distance is set. Switching distance control off The set distance is briefly displayed in the left part of the instrument cluster.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort The system has been interrupted or dis‐ Distance display tance control is temporarily suppressed Distance 1 because the accelerator pedal is being pressed; a vehicle was not detected. Distance 2 Distance control is temporarily sup‐ pressed because the accelerator pedal is being pressed;...
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Swerving vehicles Cornering A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected If the desired speed is too high for a curve, the until it is completely within the same lane as speed is reduced slightly, although curves can‐ your vehicle.
CONTROLS Driving comfort General information Examples of unfavorable weather or light con‐ ditions: The system is functional at speeds beginning at ▷ Wet conditions. approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. ▷ Snowfall. Depending on the driving settings, the features of the cruise control can change in certain ▷...
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CONTROLS Driving comfort ▷ Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated Button Function or DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deacti‐ Increase speed, refer to page 166. vated. ▷ If DSC Dynamic Stability Control intervenes. Reduce speed, refer to page 166. Setting the speed Switching on/off and interrupting cruise Maintaining/storing the speed control...
CONTROLS Driving comfort Continuing cruise control System limits General information Engine power An interrupted cruise control can be continued The desired speed is also maintained downhill, by calling up the stored speed. but may not be maintained on uphill grades if engine power is insufficient.
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With front PDC: automatic activation on obsta‐ cle detection can be switched off. Via the Cen‐ Overview tral Information Display (CID): "My MINI" With front PDC: button in vehicle "Vehicle settings" "Parking" "Automatic PDC activation": only with re‐ spective equipment.
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Via the Central Information Display (CID): ▷ With external interference of the ultra‐ sound, for instance from passing vehicles or "My MINI" loud machines. "System settings" ▷ When sensors are dirty, iced over, damaged "Tone"...
CONTROLS Driving comfort False warnings Rearview camera The system may issue a warning under the fol‐ lowing conditions even though there is no ob‐ Concept stacle within the detection range: The rearview camera provides assistance in ▷ In heavy rain. parking and maneuvering backwards.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Camera "Rear view camera" The rearview camera image is displayed. Display on the Control Display Functional requirement ▷ The rearview camera is switched on. ▷ The tailgate is fully closed. ▷ Keep the recording range of the camera clear.
CONTROLS Driving comfort Parking using pathway and turning Pathway lines depend on the current steering radius lines angle and are continuously adjusted to the steering wheel movements. Position the vehicle so that the turning ra‐ dius lines lead to within the limits of the parking space.
CONTROLS Driving comfort System limits The parking assistant calculates the best possi‐ ble parking line and takes control of steering Detection of objects during the parking procedure. Very low obstacles or high, protruding objects System status and instructions on required ac‐ such as ledges may not be recognized by the tions are displayed on the Control Display.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Ultrasound sensors ▷ When parking in parking spaces on the driver's side, the corresponding turn signal must be set. Switching on and activating Switching on with the button Press park assistance button. The LED lights up. The current status of the parking space search The ultrasound sensors for measuring parking is indicated on the Control Display.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort ▷ Symbol P on the vehicle image: the parking The end of the parking procedure is indi‐ assistant is activated and the parking space cated on the display. search is active. Adjust the parking position yourself, if ▷...
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CONTROLS Driving comfort ▷ Press park assistance button. ▷ When sensors are dirty, iced over, damaged or out of position. ▷ Switching off the ignition. ▷ If cargo protrudes. ▷ Under certain weather conditions such as System limits high relative humidity, wet conditions, snowfall, extreme heat, or strong wind.
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CONTROLS Climate control Climate control Vehicle features and op‐ Interior air quality tions The air quality inside the vehicle is improved by an emissions-tested interior, a microfilter, and a This chapter describes all standard, country- climate-control system for regulating tempera‐ specific and optional features offered with the ture, air flow, and recirculated-air mode.
CONTROLS Climate control Seat heating, left 76 Climate control functions in detail The LED is illuminated with air conditioning switched on. Switching the system on/off Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog up briefly when the engine is started. Switching on The air conditioner produces condensation wa‐...
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CONTROLS Climate control Operation ▷ Direct the air distribution onto the win‐ dows. Turn the ring to set the desired ▷ Increasing the air flow. air flow. ▷ Increase the temperature. The higher the air flow, the more effective the heating or cooling ▷...
CONTROLS Climate control Automatic climate control Temperature, left Maximum cooling Display 10 Air conditioning Air flow, AUTO intensity 11 Recirculated-air mode AUTO program 12 Rear window defroster Air distribution, manual 13 Windshield defroster Display 14 Defrosting windows and removing conden‐ sation Temperature, right 15 Seat heating,...
CONTROLS Climate control by using the maximum cooling or heating General information power, and then keeps it constant. The function is available with external tempera‐ tures beyond approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the Settings engine running. Turn the ring to set the desired Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re‐...
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CONTROLS Climate control Turn the ring to set the desired To prevent window condensation, recirculated- intensity from soft to intensive. air mode switches off automatically after a cer‐ tain amount of time, depending on the external temperature. If windows are fogged over, switch off the recir‐ The set intensity is displayed via the position of culating mode and press the AUTO button.
CONTROLS Climate control ▷ Floor area. The rear window defroster can only be acti‐ vated continuously at an external temperature ▷ Windows and floor area. below approx. 41 ℉/5 ℃. ▷ Windows. When GREEN Mode is activated, the heater out‐ ▷...
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The system can be switched on or off via the page 185. Central Information Display (CID). The air automatically exits through the vents to "My MINI" the windshield, the side windows, the upper "Vehicle settings" body region and into the floor area.
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▷ Set departure times. ▷ Activate departure times. Setting the departure time Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" If necessary, "Climate functions" "Activate comfort climate" "Plan comfort climate" Set the desired departure time, refer to page 224.
CONTROLS Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle features and op‐ during programming and operation. Also follow the safety information of the hand-held trans‐ tions mitter.◀ This chapter describes all standard, country- Compatibility specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not If this symbol is printed on the packag‐...
CONTROLS Interior equipment proximately 20 seconds until the LED on flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for the interior mirror flashes. This erases all 2 seconds, the system features a rolling code programming of the buttons on the interior radio system.
CONTROLS Interior equipment Likewise, press and hold the button of the 20 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror desired function on the hand-held trans‐ flashes rapidly. All stored functions will be de‐ mitter. leted. The functions cannot be deleted individ‐ ually.
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CONTROLS Interior equipment Setting the compass zones Sets the particular compass zones on the vehi‐ cle so that the compass operates correctly; re‐ fer to World map with compass zones. World map with magnetic zones Procedure ▷ The point of the compass displayed does not change despite changing the direction Press and hold the control button for ap‐...
CONTROLS Interior equipment Left/right-hand steering Ashtray The digital compass is already set for right or In order to empty the ashtray, remove the ash‐ left-hand steering at the factory. tray from the cup holder. Setting the language Cigarette lighter Press and hold the control button for approx. Safety information 12 to 13 seconds.
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CONTROLS Interior equipment Safety information In the rear center console WARNING Devices and cables in the unfolding area of the airbags, such as portable navigation de‐ vices, can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or be thrown around in the car's interior during unfolding.
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CONTROLS Interior equipment In the center console The USB interface and the AUX-IN port are lo‐ cated at the front in the center console. Under the center armrest The USB interface is located under the center armrest. Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
CONTROLS Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle features and op‐ ▷ Storage compartment in the center arm‐ rest. tions ▷ Storage compartment in front of the cup holders. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the ▷...
CONTROLS Storage compartments Closing Set the incline Fold up the cover. The center armrest can be adjusted in several tilt settings. Driver's seat Cup holders There is a storage compartment under the driv‐ er's seat. Safety information WARNING Compartments in the Unsuitable containers in the cup holder and hot beverages can damage the cup holder doors...
CONTROLS Storage compartments hang lightweight objects, for instance clothing articles, from the clothes hooks.◀ Pull the center armrest forward at the strap. To open: press the button. To close: push both covers back in, one after the other. Safety information NOTE With an open cup holder, the center arm‐...
CONTROLS Cargo area Cargo area Vehicle features and op‐ WARNING Improperly stowed objects can shift and tions be thrown into the car's interior, for instance in the event of an accident or during braking and This chapter describes all standard, country- evasive maneuvers.
CONTROLS Cargo area Lashing eyes in the cargo how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. area Load With storage compartment package: to secure the cargo there are four lashing eyes in the cargo area. The maximum load is the sum of the weight of Attach load securing aids, such as lashing the occupants and the cargo.
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CONTROLS Cargo area Pull the cargo cover out of the brackets on the left and right. The cargo area contains two multi-function hooks. Installing Storage space under Slide the cargo cover forward horizontally into the two side brackets until it audibly cargo floor panel engages.
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CONTROLS Cargo area Safety information Folding down the rear seat backrest from the rear WARNING Danger of jamming with folding down the backrests. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the rear backrest and the of the head restraint is clear prior to folding down.◀...
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Follow instructions on securing cargo, refer to cle is parked and with the tailgate open. When page 196. the MINI Picnic Bench is not in use, fold it to‐ gether to prevent soiling and damage. Removing the cargo floor panel...
Overview The MINI Picnic Bench is located on the under‐ side of the cargo area floor. Mounting Fold the rear part of the cargo area floor Fold the rear part of the cargo floor panel downward.
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Folding up Fold rear part of the cargo floor panel upward. The MINI Picnic Bench swings against the un‐ derside of the cargo area floor and is fastened there with magnets. Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
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AT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and op‐ Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum‐ stances. tions From 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country- The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be specific and optional features offered with the increased.
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving of damage to property. Do not drive with the This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan‐ tailgate open.◀ ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface, ultimately undermining your ability to Driving with the tailgate open steer and brake the vehicle.
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Objects in the area around the pedals of an accident. Avoid placing excessive stress on the brake system.◀ WARNING Objects in the driver's floor area can limit WARNING the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal. In idle state, in the GREEN Mode driving There is a risk of an accident.
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DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Roof-mounted luggage Driving on poor roads rack Concept Because of its greater ground clearance, the General information vehicle can be driven on a variety of road types Installation only possible with roof rack. and qualities.
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DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving ▷ Keep the wheels and tires free of mud, snow, ice, etc., and check them for dam‐ age. Driving on racetracks Higher mechanical and thermal loads during racetrack operation lead to increased wear. This wear is not covered by the warranty.
DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Saving fuel Vehicle features and op‐ Close the windows and tions glass sunroof This chapter describes all standard, country- Driving with the glass sunroof and windows specific and optional features offered with the open results in increased air resistance and series.
Avoid high engine speeds MINI recommends that maintenance work be performed by a MINI service center. Driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel con‐ Also note the MINI maintenance systems, refer sumption and reduces wear. to page 255. Use coasting conditions...
Activating GREEN Mode Longer idle periods, refer to page 275, can re‐ Press the MINI Driving Modes duce the charge state of the high-voltage bat‐ switch downward until GREEN is tery.
DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel If necessary, "Driving mode" "Configure GREEN" Select the desired setting. Activating/deactivating the functions The following functions can be activated/deac‐ tivated: ▷ "GREEN speed warning": ▷ "GREEN climate control" Settings are stored for the driver profile cur‐ rently used.
MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Charging the vehicle Vehicle features and op‐ Level 1 charging is possible via a household socket with a voltage of 120 volts. tions For optimal use of the energy from the power mains, charging at a charging station, for in‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- stance BMW Wallbox, is recommended.
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MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Overview Imprint on the charging cable Charge current setting "Max." "Reduced" "Low" 10 A 10 A 7.5 A 12 A 12 A 15 A 15 A 11.25 A 7.5 A Depending on the charge current setting, the WARNING charging duration changes.
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MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Different charging cables can be required de‐ at designated Level 2 charging stations. The pending on the country. charging process can be completed faster than at household sockets. Safety information A charging current strength of up to maxi‐ mum 16 A is possible.
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MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Keep the charging socket flap closed when the Charging process is interrupted. charging socket is not used. Connecting the charging cable To connect, engage selector lever position P, deactivate drive-ready state, and unlock the vehicle. Set the parking brake, if needed. Tap on the charging socket flap, arrow.
MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Charging cable is manually unlocked. Open charging socket flap. Connect charging cable to the vehicle, refer to page 220. Lock vehicle if it is unlocked. At high temperatures, the high-voltage battery is initially cooled. There may be a delay before charging starts.
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Charging the vehicle Via the Central Information Display (CID): Light Charging status Flashes red Fault in the charging process. "My MINI" "Plan charging/climate control" Green Charging process is completed. "Charge immediately" When the vehicle is locked, the indicator light Setting time window for favorable goes out after some time.
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MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Stopping the charging process Display Meaning The charging process can be stopped at any Display red, without ring: charging time by removing the charging cable and con‐ process is being prepared. tinued at a later time by connecting the charg‐ Display green, ring flashing green: ing cable.
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Climate control at departure time If a Mode 2 charging cable is used, the high-voltage battery may not be fully Via the Central Information Display (CID): charged at departure time. "My MINI" "Plan charging/climate control" Discharged high-voltage "Precondition for departure" and vehicle battery...
MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and op‐ Tank vent tions Concept This chapter describes all standard, country- The vehicle is equipped with a special fuel tank. specific and optional features offered with the The fuel tank is designed for special require‐ series.
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MOBILITY Refueling Closing Fuel cap WARNING Opening The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be Before opening, vent the tank, refer to jammed and crushed during closing. The cap page 226. cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can escape.
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MOBILITY Refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time. Follow safety regulations posted at the gas sta‐ tion. Safety informationSafety information WARNING If a sufficient safety distance from easily flammable materials is not maintained, simul‐ taneous charging and filling with fuel can cause a risk of fire.
M100.◀ Gasoline NOTE General information Fuel that does not comply with the mini‐ For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should mum quality can compromise engine function be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content. or cause engine damage. There is a risk of Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con‐...
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Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐ nance.◀ Recommended fuel grade MINI recommends AKI 91. Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated performance and consumption values. Minimum fuel grade MINI recommends AKI 89.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure specifications Vehicle features and op‐ tions In the tire inflation pressure table The tire inflation pressure table, refer to This chapter describes all standard, country- page 232, contains all tire inflation pressure specific and optional features offered with the specifications for the specified tire sizes at the series.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values up to ▷ If the vehicle has not moved again for at 100 mph/160 km/h least 2 hours after a trip. Determine, refer to page 231, the intended COOPER SE tire inflation pressure levels for the mounted tires.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values over Speed letter 100 mph/160 km/h Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h R = 106 mph/170 km/h COOPER SE S = up to 112 mph/180 km/h Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h Specifications in H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h...
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Temperature A B C represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum re‐ All passenger vehicle tires must conform to quired by law. Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is es‐...
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Minimum tread depth ▷ Tire inflation pressure too low. ▷ Vehicle overloading. ▷ Incorrect tire storage. Safety information WARNING Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres‐ sure, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There is a risk of an accident. If tire damage is suspected while driving, immediately reduce Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's speed and stop.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires New tires about the correct wheel/tire combination and wheel rim versions for the vehicle. Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐ ing circumstances when tires are brand-new; Safety information they achieve their full traction potential after a break-in time.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Rotating wheels between axles Safety information Different wear patterns can occur on the front WARNING and rear axles depending on individual driving Your vehicle handles differently with a conditions. The tires can be rotated in pairs be‐ run-flat with no or low inflation pressure;...
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires Sealant container Mobility System Concept With the Mobility System, minor tire damage can be sealed temporarily to enable continued travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped into the tires, which seals the damage from the inside. General information ▷...
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front Pull filling hose completely out of the cover wheels are in the straight-ahead position of the sealant container. Do not kink the and engage the steering wheel lock. hose.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Removing and stowing the sealant With the compressor switched off, insert container the plug into the power socket inside the vehicle. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con‐ tainer from the tire valve. Press the red unlocking device. Remove the sealant container from the compressor.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar Insert the connector into the power socket cannot be reached, contact your dealer’s inside the vehicle. service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar is reached, see Minimum tire inflation pres‐...
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires chains on these wheels and tires is not permit‐ WARNING ted. The jack, issued by the vehicle manufac‐ turer, is provided in order to perform a wheel Safety information change in the event of a breakdown. The jack is not designed for frequent use;...
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires Securing the vehicle against rolling Overview The adapter of the lug bolt lock is located in the General information onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 257. The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐ tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away when changing a wheel.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires side the immediate area in a safe place, do not change this position while using the ve‐ such as behind a guardrail. hicle jack.◀ ▷ Depending on the equipment version, get Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar‐ tools and the emergency wheel from the row 1, and grasp the vehicle jack crank or vehicle.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and vertically and at a right angle beneath the tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise pat‐ jacking point. tern. Turn the vehicle jack crank counterclock‐ wise to retract the vehicle jack and lower the vehicle.
MOBILITY Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle features and op‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. This tions also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐ tems. When using these functions and systems, This chapter describes all standard, country- the applicable laws and regulations must be specific and optional features offered with the...
MOBILITY Engine compartment Hood NOTE Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the hood is opened. There is a risk of Safety information damage to property. Make sure that the wipers WARNING with the wiper blades mounted are folded Improperly executed work in the engine down onto the windshield before opening the compartment can damage vehicle components hood.◀...
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MOBILITY Engine compartment Closing the hood Let the hood fall from approx. 16 inches/40 cm, arrow. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
MOBILITY Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle features and op‐ NOTE Too much engine oil can damage the en‐ tions gine or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not add too much en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- gine oil.
Displaying the engine oil level "Measure engine oil level" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "Start measurement" The engine oil level is checked and displayed "My MINI" via a scale. "Vehicle status" "Engine oil level" Adding engine oil The engine oil level is displayed.
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MOBILITY Engine oil Suitable engine oil types service center or another qualified service cen‐ ter or repair shop.◀ Add engine oils that meet the following oil rat‐ ing standards: Overview Gasoline engine The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐ BMW Longlife-01 FE.
MOBILITY Engine oil Engine oil change NOTE Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion can cause increased engine wear and thus engine damage. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not exceed the service data in‐ dicated in the vehicle.◀...
MOBILITY Coolant Coolant Vehicle features and op‐ Coolant level tions Concept This chapter describes all standard, country- The vehicle features two cooling circuits. Al‐ specific and optional features offered with the ways check the coolant levels of both coolant series. It also describes features that are not reservoirs and refill as needed.
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MOBILITY Coolant Open the coolant reservoir lid. The coolant level is correct if it lies between the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck. Adding Let the engine cool. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, then open it.
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently. MINI maintenance system Storage periods The maintenance system indicates required Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐ maintenance measures, and thereby provides tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐...
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MOBILITY Maintenance Emissions dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Records of regu‐ ▷ The warning light lights up: lar maintenance and repair work should be re‐ Emissions are deteriorating. Have tained. the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐ sible.
MOBILITY Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and op‐ blade. Do not fold or switch on the wiper with‐ out a wiper blade installed.◀ tions NOTE This chapter describes all standard, country- Folded-away wipers can be jammed specific and optional features offered with the when the hood is opened.
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MOBILITY Replacing components Rear wiper blade Follow the safety information, refer to page 258. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly. Pull the wiper blade out of the wiper arm. Safety information Lights and bulbs WARNING Bulbs can get hot during operation. Con‐ tact with the bulbs can cause burns.
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MOBILITY Replacing components High beams ter droplets in the light, have the headlights checked. Follow the general instructions on lights and bulbs, refer to page 258. Headlight setting Bulbs: H7 The headlight adjustments can be affected by Open the hood, refer to page 247. changing lights and bulbs.
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MOBILITY Replacing components Bulbs: H7 tioned in the headlight housing and the bulb holder perceptibly engages. Turn the steering wheel. Check the position of the bulb through the 2. ▷ On the left facing the driving direction: headlight glass. turn the cover clockwise and remove it. Install the covers.
MOBILITY Replacing components Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise, ar‐ Replacing the bulbs row 1, and remove, arrow 2. Pull the cover forward out of the bumper. Press the bulb gently into the bulb holder, Remove the screws and take out the front turn counterclockwise and remove.
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MOBILITY Replacing components 4. ▷ Parking lights: pull the bulb out of the LED bug light fixture. ▷ Fog lights and daytime running lights: disconnect the bulb from the cable. Insert the new bulb and install the cover in the reverse order. The daytime running lights bulb holder en‐...
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MOBILITY Replacing components Press the bulb gently into the bulb holder, Side LED tail lights turn counterclockwise and remove. Insert the new bulb and install the cover in the reverse order. Tail lights, bulb replacement Overview Brake light Tail lights Turn signal Reversing lights Side tail lights...
MOBILITY Replacing components Press the latches together, arrows 1, and Bulb: WY5W remove the bulb holder. Push the side turn signal forward in the driving direction, arrow 1, and swing it out‐ ward, arrow 2. Remove the bulb holder from the opening. Press the nonworking bulb gently into the socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
MOBILITY Replacing components More information about the battery can be re‐ ▷ Steptronic transmission: when parked for quested from a dealer’s service center or an‐ long periods of time in selector lever posi‐ other qualified service center or repair shop. tion D, R or N.
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MOBILITY Replacing components Fuses Safety information WARNING Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload electrical lines and components. There is a risk of fire. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse. Do not replace a nonworking fuse with a sub‐ stitute of another color or amperage rating.◀...
MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and op‐ Warning triangle 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 vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Safety information DANGER Contact with live components can lead to an electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not touch any components that are under voltage.◀ WARNING If the jumper cables are connected in the A special connection on the body acts as the incorrect order, sparking may occur.
MOBILITY Breakdown assistance attempt in order to allow the discharged NOTE battery to recharge. The vehicle can become damaged when Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse lifting and securing it. order. There is a risk of damage to property. Check the battery and recharge, if needed.
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MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Safety information ▷ Maneuvering capability is limited going around corners. NOTE ▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it If the tow fitting is not used as intended, is secured with an offset. there may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fitting.
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MOBILITY Breakdown assistance any high-voltage components such as orange colored high-voltage cables or parts that are in contact with exposed high-voltage cables.◀ WARNING Fluids in the high-voltage battery are cor‐ rosive. There is a risk of injury. Do not touch flu‐ ids escaping from the high-voltage battery.◀...
MOBILITY Care Care Vehicle features and op‐ ▷ Minimum distance from glass sunroof: 31.5 in/80 cm. tions Automatic vehicle washes This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Safety information series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
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To guard against discoloration, such as from General information clothing, clean leather and provide leather care MINI recommends using vehicle care and roughly every two months. cleaning products from MINI. Suitable care Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐ products are available from a dealer’s service cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially center or another qualified service center or re‐...
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MOBILITY Care Upholstery material care Rubber components Environmental influences can cause surface General information soiling of rubber parts and a loss of gloss. Use Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vac‐ only water and suitable cleaning agents for uum cleaner. cleaning.
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MOBILITY Care to life. Use only a mild soapy solution for clean‐ NOTE ing the safety belts.◀ The surface of displays can be damaged with improper cleaning. There is a risk of dam‐ Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and age to property.
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MOBILITY Care Do not allow the vehicle to sit idle for longer than three months with a charge state below approx. 50 %.◀ Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
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The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, MINI Countryman Width with mirrors inches/mm 78.9/2,005 Width without mirrors inches/mm 71.7/1,822...
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REFERENCE Technical data Weights MINI Countryman Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,016/2,275 Load lbs/kg 926/420 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,458/1,115 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,646/1,200 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 364/165 Capacities MINI Countryman US gal/liters Notes Fuel tank, approx.
REFERENCE Appendix Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve‐ hicle are listed here. Updates after the edito‐ rial deadline These chapters of the printed Owner's Manual contain updates made after the editorial dead‐ line: ▷ Information: vehicle identification number, refer to page 12.
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Anti-theft protection, lug AUX-IN port, see Owner's Safety bolts Handbook for Navigation, Adapting to the course of the App, MINI Motorer’s Guide Entertainment, Communica‐ road, hybrid system Approach control warning tion Adaptive brake lights, see with city light braking func‐...
REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Beverage holder, cup Camera, rearview cam‐ Charge indicator, high-voltage holder battery Blocking, power window Can holder, see Cup Charging battery, see Vehicle Bluetooth connection holder charging Bottle holder, see Cup Care, displays Charging cable storage holder Care, vehicle Charging cable, unlocking...
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Driver profiles, importing pro‐ Convenient closing Dehumidifying, air 178, files Convenient opening Deleting personal data Driving Dynamics Control, see Coolant Deletion of personal data MINI Driving Modes Cooling, maximum Departure times, stationary switch Cooling system climate control Driving Excitement, Cornering light Destination distance...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Driving on poor roads Emergency service, see Road‐ Exterior mirror, automatic Driving on racetracks side Assistance dimming feature Driving stability control sys‐ Emergency unlocking, charg‐ Exterior mirrors tems ing cable Exterior mirrors, Automatic Driving tips Energy Control Curb Monitor Driving with combustion en‐...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Fold back rear seat back‐ Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ Hot exhaust gas system rests proved Hotline, see Owner's Hand‐ Foot brake Ground clearance book for Navigation, Enter‐ For Your Own Safety tainment, Communication Front airbags HUD Head-up Display Front fog lights Hybrid system, adapting to...
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Level 2 charging cable ments In the vicinity of the steering Light Maintenance system, wheel Light-alloy wheels, care MINI Light-emitting diodes, Make-up mirror LEDs Malfunction displays, see Lighter Check Control Lighting Online Edition for Part no. 01402983594 - X/17...
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Entertainment, Communica‐ Monitor, see Control Dis‐ tics tion play Obstacle marking, rearview Matte finish Motorer’s Guide app, see MINI camera MAX eDRIVE, electric driv‐ Motorer’s Guide app Octane rating, see Recom‐ Mounting of child restraint mended fuel grade Maximum cooling...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Opening and closing Picnic Bench Recirculated-air filter Opening, from inside Plastic, care Recirculated-air Operating menus, Central In‐ Poor roads, driving on mode 178, formation Display (CID) PostCrash — iBrake Recommended fuel Operation via the Control‐ POWER, driving with combus‐...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z tion, Entertainment, Com‐ SET button, see Camera-based Standard charging, see Level 1 munication cruise control charging RSC Runflat System Compo‐ SET button, see Cruise con‐ Standard equipment nent, see Runflat tires trol Standard view, Head-up Dis‐ Rubber components, Settings, locking/unlocking play...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Tailgate, closing with no- Tires, changing touch activation Tire sealant, see Mobility Sys‐ Tailgate, opening with no- Unintentional alarm touch activation Tires, everything on wheels Units of measurement Tailgate via remote control and tires Universal remote control Tail lights Tires, runflat...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Wiper fluid Wiper system 97, Warning and indicator lights, Wireless charging dock, see see Check Control Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ Warning displays, see Check gation, Entertainment, Com‐ Control munication Warning messages, see Check Wireless charging, see Wire‐ Control less charging, see Owner's Warning triangle...
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