Cooper MINI Paceman Owner's Manual

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the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510. You canalso obtain other information about motor ve‐hicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsaf‐ety.Seite 10No

2. Lift the loading floor at the rear, arrow 1,and fold it forward, arrow 2.MINI Countryman: MINI Paceman: Before closing the tailgate, lower the lo

To fold up, press the release button, arrow.MINI Countryman: multi-function hookHooks designed for hanging shopping bags andtotes, for example, are lo

Storage compartmentsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this mode

OpeningTurn the switch in the direction of the arrow.ClosingMove the switch to the vertical position byturning it in the opposite direction of the arr

Installing1. Insert the center armrest into the rear re‐cess of the base plate, arrow 1.2. Push it back and pivot it down at the front,arrow 2.3. Push

0 Setting1 Adjusting the position on the rail2 Inserting the base plateTo insert, move the lever to position 2.Adjusting the position and fixing1.Push

Connection for an exter‐nal audio deviceThis can be used to connect an external audiodevice, such as a CD or MP3 player.Radio MINI Boost CD, refer to

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Things to remember when drivingVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered fo

Closing the tailgateDrive with the tailgate closedOnly drive with the tailgate closed; other‐wise, passengers and other road users may beendangered or

Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds fromthe hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in itsactive mode.Do not let your foot rest on the brakepedalD

Driving on poor roadsYour MINI with ALL4 all-wheel drive feels com‐fortable on all streets and roads. It combines anall-wheel drive system with the ad

LoadingVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Ther

5-seater:The maximum load is the sum of the weight ofthe occupants and the cargo.The greater the weight of the occupants, theless cargo that can be tr

MINI PacemanSecuring cargo▷ Secure smaller and lighter pieces with tight‐ening belts or straps.▷ Secure larger and heavier pieces with cargostraps.Adh

Follow the installation instructions for the rearrack.Anchorage pointsMINI Countryman:MINI Paceman:The anchorage points are under the covers inthe bum

Saving fuelVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.

Switch off the engine during longerstopsSwitch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in trafficcongestion.

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Radio MINI Boost CDVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model

11 CD slot. 12 Eject the CD.Representation in the Owner's Manual"…" Identifies radio display texts used to selectindividual functions.M

Adjusting the volumeTurn the left knob. The setting is stored for theremote control currently in use.When a call is placed using the hands-free sys‐te

▷ "LANG": select the language of the dis‐play texts.▷ "CONSMP": change the unit of measurefor the average fuel consumption.▷ "

Automatically updating the stationswith the best reception, AUTOSTOREIn the FMA and AMA memory levels, stationsare automatically stored according to t

HD Radio Technology manufactured under li‐cense from iBiquity Digital Corporation. U.S.and Foreign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD,HD Radio, and Arc log

A phone number and the electronic serialnumber, ESN, are displayed. The electronicserial number is required for deactivation.4. To have the channels d

Starting the CD playerA CD is contained in the CD player.1. Switch on the car radio if necessary.2. Press the button.3. "CD"Skipping to ano

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CDsUsing CDs▷ Do not use self-recorded CDs with la‐bels applied, as these can becomedetached during playback due toheat buildup and can cause irrepara

ConnectingThe AUX-IN port is in the centerconsole.Connect the headphone connec‐tor or line-out connector of thedevice to the AUX-IN port.Ensure that t

ConnectingThe USB audio interface is in thecenter console.Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USBaudio interfaceTo connect the iPod, use the special c

Random playback"RND"To end random playback: "RND"Selecting a trackDepending on the connected device, the trackcan be selected via

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TelephoneVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Th

5 Opens the main menu.6 On/off, volume control.Menu navigationSelecting menu itemsThere are two ways to select a menu item onthe display.Using the rig

3. "PHONE"4. "BT-ON"To deactivate the connection again:1. "BT"2. "BT-OFF"3. "YES"Pairing and connect

5. Turn the right knob until the mobile phoneto be connected is displayed.6. "PRIO"Press the button repeatedly until the de‐sired position i

CockpitVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Ther

▷ Dial a stored phone number, such as fromthe list of accepted calls.▷ End the call.When the ignition and the radio ready state areswitched off, such

▷ "A-Z"Entries of the phone book of the SIM cardor of the mobile phone, which consist of aname and phone number, are sorted in al‐phabetical

Dialing a phone number stored in a listTo select an entry and establish a connection:1. Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐tion.2. Press the

Snap-in adapterGeneral informationMore information on compatible snap-inadapters that support the functions of the mo‐bile phone is available at the s

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RefuelingVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Th

MINI Paceman: 1. Open the cargo area trim, arrow.2. Pull the green knob with the gas pumpsymbol.This opens the fuel filler flap.Observe the following

Roadside parking lamps  68Computer  603 Tachometer  60Instrument lighting  70Resetting the trip odometer  594 Washer/wiper system  535 Start/stop the

FuelVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Therefo

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Wheels and tiresVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model se

MINI Countryman: MINI Paceman: Do not exceed the maximum permissiblespeedThe maximum permissible speed for these tirepressures is 100 mph/160 km/h.

Tire inflation pressures for MINI Countryman Cooper S/Countryman Cooper S ALL4 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSITraveling speeds of up to10

Tire inflation pressures for MINI Paceman Cooper Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSITraveling speeds of up to100 mph/160 km/hTraveling speeds

Tire inflation pressures for MINI Paceman John Cooper Works Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSITraveling speeds of up to100 mph/160 km/hTrave

Conform to Federal Safety RequirementsAll passenger car tires must conform toFederal Safety Requirements in addition tothese grades.◀TreadwearThe trea

Minimum tread depthWear indicators in the tread base are distrib‐uted around the circumference of the tire andare marked on the tire sidewall with TWI

Changing wheels andtiresMountingInformation on mounting tiresHave mounting and balancing performedonly by a service center or tire specialist.If this

Displays1 Tachometer  60with indicator and warning lamps  172 Display for▷ Current speed  59▷ Indicator/warning lamps  173 Resetting the trip odometer

Maximum speed of winter tiresIf the maximum speed of the vehicle is higherthan the permissible speed for the winter tires,then display a corresponding

▷ If a warning triangle or portable hazardwarning lamp is required, set it up on theroadside at an appropriate distance fromthe rear of the vehicle. C

3. Insert the sealant bottle into the compres‐sor housing in a vertical position.4. Unscrew the dust cap off of the valve of thedefective wheel and sc

Do not allow the compressor to run toolongDo not allow the compressor to run longer than10 minutes; otherwise, the device will overheatand may be dama

Engine compartmentVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model

To avoid damage, make sure that thewiper arms are resting against the wind‐shield before you open the engine compart‐ment. Do not open the engine hood

Engine oilVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.T

Too much engine oilHave the vehicle checked immediately;otherwise, surplus oil can lead to engine dam‐age.◀Protect childrenKeep oil, grease, etc., out

CoolantVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Ther

MaintenanceVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.

Indicator/warning lampsThe conceptThe indicator and warning lamps can light up ina variety of combinations and colors in displayarea 1 or 2.Several of

Socket for OBD OnboardDiagnosisSocket for Onboard DiagnosisThe socket for Onboard Diagnosis mayonly be used by the service center, by work‐shops that

Replacing componentsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this mode

Lamp and bulb replace‐mentNotesLamps and bulbsLamps and bulbs make an essential contribu‐tion to vehicle safety. Therefore, exercise cau‐tion when han

Due to the high voltage present in the system,there is the danger of fatal injuries if work iscarried out improperly.◀Front lamps, bulb replacementHal

1 Turn signal2 Parking lamp/roadside parking lamp/foglampReplacing the turn signal bulb21-watt bulb, P 21 W, or PY 21 W1.Turn the wheel.2. Remove cove

Lateral turn signals5-watt bulb, W 5 W1. Open the hood.2. Squeeze the clip, arrows, and remove thebulb holder.3. Remove the bulb by turning it to the

5. Disengage the bulb holder by pushingdown the clip, arrow 1.6. Take out the bulb holder and detach thecable, arrow 2.7. Apply gentle pressure to the

ReplacingMINI Countryman1. Push the lamp to the left in the catch of thelamp housing using the screwdriver, ar‐row 1.2. Take out the lamp, arrow 2.3.

Vehicle batteryMaintenanceThe battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐trolyte will last for the life of the battery in tem‐perate climate conditio

In the engine compartmentOpening the coverPress the snap lock.In interiorOn the right side of the footwell.Opening the coverPush out at the recess.Sei

Seat heating  38Central locking, inside  27Front fog lamps  70Sport button  83Driving stability control systemsDSC Dynamic Stability Con‐trol  81DTC D

Breakdown assistanceVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this mode

jumper cables with fully insulated clamp han‐dles.To prevent personal injury or damage to bothvehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐dure.Do

the battery, or to the engine or bodyground of the vehicle to be started.Body ground:Starting the engineNever use spray fluids to start the engine.1.S

MINI Countryman: rearMINI Paceman: rearBeing towedFollow the towing instructionsFollow all towing instructions, or vehicledamage or accidents may occu

With a tow truck: vehicles without ALL4all-wheel driveDo not lift the vehicleDo not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting orbody and chassis parts; othe

5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the towbar or rope, and switch off the hazardwarning system.6. Have the vehicle checked.Seite 185Breakdown assi

CareVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Therefo

▷ Remove additional attachments, for in‐stance a spoiler or telephone antenna, ifthere is a risk that these may be damaged.▷ Insert the remote control

Vehicle paintRegular care contributes to vehicle value reten‐tion and protects the paintwork against thelong-term effects of paint-damaging substan‐ce

Chrome surfacesCarefully clean components such as the radia‐tor grille or door handles with an ample supplyof water, possibly with shampoo added, part

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Indicator/warning lampsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this m

1 2 Cause How to respondThe engine refuses to start. Depress the brake or clutch to startthe engine, refer to page 50.The ignition is switched on and

1 2 Cause How to respondThe remote control is malfunctioning or, incars with Comfort Access, was not detected.The engine cannot be started. Havethe re

1 2 Cause How to respondLights up in red:The engine is overheating. Carefully bring the car to a stop,switch off the engine and allow it tocool down.

1 2 Cause How to respondIndication in US modelsLights up in red:The brake fluid level is too low.Reduced braking effect, stop thecar carefully. Contac

1 2 Cause How to respondLights up in red: Have the system in questionchecked immediately.The starter has failed or The engine cannot be restarted.Igni

1 2 Cause How to respondALL4 all-wheel drive failed. It is possible to continue driving.Drive cautiously and defensively.Avoid operating on poor roads

1 2 Cause How to respondIndication in Canadian modelsThe driving stability control systems includ‐ing ABS and the Flat Tire Monitor or the TirePressur

1 2 Cause How to respondIn vehicles with the Tire Pressure MonitorLight up in yellow and red:There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tirepressure.

1 2 Cause How to respondGears can be engaged without depressingthe brake.Always depress the brake to en‐gage a gear.Automatic selector lever locked: M

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1 2 Cause How to respondThe cruise control system has failed. Have the system checked.The Park Distance Control has failed. Have the system checked.A

1 2 Cause How to respondNo service due.The set speed limit was exceeded.The time and date are no longer correct.Set the time and date, refer topage 63

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Technical dataVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model seri

MINI Countryman Cooper Cooper S John Cooper WorksWheelbase inches/mm 102.2/2,595 102.2/2,595 102.2/2,596Smallest turning circle dia. ft/m 38.1/11.6 38

Cooper Cooper SApproved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 165/75Cargo area capacity cu ft/liter 12.4–41.3/ 350–1,170 12.4–41.3/ 350–1,170 Cooper S ALL4

Cooper Cooper S Cooper S ALL4 John Cooper WorksApproved front axle loadManual transmission lbs/kg 2,050/930 2,120/962 2,180/989 2,200/998Automatic tra

Everything from A to ZIndexAABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐tem 81 Acoustic signal, refer to CheckControl 65 Activated charcoal filter withautomatic climate c

Breakdown assistance, Road‐side Assistance 180 Breaking in 110 Buckle tongue, rear– Height adjustment 39Button for starting the engine,refer to Start/

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Dashboard, refer to Dis‐plays 16 Data, technical 204 Date– Display format 62– Setting 63Daytime running lights 68 Decorative trim, care 189 Defogging

FFailure messages, refer toCheck Control 65 False alarm, refer to Avoidingunintentional alarms 32 Fastening safety belts, refer toSafety belts 38 Faul

Hood, opening 165 Hood, unlocking 165 Horn 14 Hydraulic brake assistant 81 IIce warning, refer to Externaltemperature warning 59 Icy roads, refer to E

Low beams, bulb replace‐ment 173 Lower back support, refer toLumbar support 37 Lumbar support 37 MMain inspection, refer to Serv‐ice requirements 64 M

Prescribed engine oils, refer toApproved engine oils 167 Pressure monitoring of tires,refer to Tire Pressure MonitorTPM 77 Pressure, tires 152 Pressur

Service requirements, CBSCondition Based Service 169 Settings– Clock, 12h/24h format 62Settings and information 61 Settings, configuring, refer toPers

Trip-distance counter, refer toTrip odometer 59 Triple turn signal activa‐tion 52 Trip odometer 59 Trunk lid, refer to Tailgate 28 Trunk, refer to Car

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Opening and closingVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model

stored with it are called up and imple‐mented.▷ Your personal settings will be recognizedand called up again even if the vehicle hasbeen used in the m

The hazard warning system and interior lampscome on.Opening and closing:from the outsideUsing the remote controlGeneral informationTake the remote con

Convenient opening Press and hold the button on the re‐mote control.The power windows are opened and the glasssunroof is raised.Convenient closing wi

The function is deactivated.9. Press and hold the button until the displaychanges. The setting is stored.Switching on the interior lampsWhen the vehic

▷ Press down the lock button of the frontpassenger door and close the doorfrom the outside.Convenient opening and closingIn vehicles with an alarm sys

Automatic lockingIn addition, it is possible to set the situations inwhich the vehicle locks. The setting is stored forthe remote control in use.1. Sw

Opening from the insidePress the button on the driver's footwell.MINI CountrymanPress the top half of the MINI emblem, arrow,or Press the button

COOPERCOOPER SJOHN COOPERWORKSOwner's Manual for VehicleThank you for choosing a MINI.The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better con

MINI PacemanRecessed grips on the inside trim of the tailgatecan be used to conveniently pull down the tail‐gate.Comfort AccessThe conceptThe vehicle

If a remote control accidentally left in the cargoarea is detected in the locked vehicle after thetailgate is closed, the tailgate opens againslightly

Replacing the batteryThe remote control for Comfort Access containsa battery that will need to be replaced fromtime to time.1. Remove the cover.2. Ins

Convenient operation via:▷ Door lock, refer to page 26▷ Comfort Access, refer to page 30Tilting the glass sunroofMINI Countryman:▷ Press the switch ba

Take the remote control with youTake the remote control with you whenleaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐ple, cannot operate the power wind

Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐tectionEven with the pinch protection system, checkthat the window's closing path is clear; other‐wise, th

AdjustingVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Th

Pull the lever, arrow 1, and apply your weightto the backrest or lift it off, as necessary.MINI PacemanPull the lever, arrow 1, and apply your weightt

MINI Paceman: entry in the rear1. Pull the lever on the back of the seat up‐ward, arrow 1.The backrest folds forward.2. Push against the backrest to m

The shoulder strap's anchorage point will becorrect for adult seat occupants of every build ifthe seat is correctly adjusted.One person per safet

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1 Opening for the safety belt2 Holder for the small buckle tongueTake the small buckle tongue out of the holder.Move both buckle tongues downward.Clos

Safety belt reminder for driver's seatand front passenger seatThe indicator lamps light up and a sig‐nal sounds. Check whether the safetybelt has

Rear1. Pull upward as far as possible.2. Fold the backrest forward slightly.3. Press button 1 and pull out the head re‐straint all the way to the stop

Interior rearview mirrorTo reduce the blinding effect from the rearwhen driving at night: turn the knob.Interior rearview and exterior mirrors,automat

Transporting children safelyVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for t

NotesManufacturer's information for child re‐straint fixing systemsTo select, mount and use child restraint fixingsystems, observe the informatio

NotesManufacturer's information for LATCHchild restraint fixing systemsTo mount and use the LATCH child restraint fix‐ing systems, observe the op

MINI CountrymanThere are two additional mounting points forchild restraint fixing systems with an upper re‐taining strap, arrows.MINI PacemanThere are

Attaching the upper retaining strap tothe mounting point1. Slide the head restraint upward.2. Center seat: fold the cargo area floor for‐ward.3. Guide

DrivingVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Ther

ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic‐ular topic or item is by using the index, refer topage 208.6 NotesAt a glance14 CockpitControl

To save battery power when the engine is off,switch off the ignition and any unnecessaryelectronic systems/power consumers.Radio ready state and ignit

Engine stopGeneral informationTake the remote control with youTake the remote control with you whenleaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐ple,

Turn signal, high beams,headlamp flasher1 Turn signal2 Switching on the high beams3 Switching off the high beams/headlampflasherTurn signalPress the l

▷ Turn signal flashes once.▷ Triple turn signal.9. Press and hold the button until the displaychanges.The setting is stored for the remote control c

Activating intermittent wipe or rainsensorPress the button, arrow 3.The symbol is shown in the tachometer.Setting the sensitivity of the rain sensor1.

Do not use the washing facilities whenthe hood is openOnly use the washing facilities when the hoodis fully locked; otherwise, the headlamp washersyst

All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser‐voir.The recommended minimum filling quantity is0.2 US gal/1 liter.Fill with a mixture of window washin

Changing selector lever positions▷ With the ignition switched on or the enginerunning, the selector lever can be movedout of position P.▷ When the veh

The vehicle only shifts up or down at appropri‐ate engine and road speeds, e.g., it does notshift down if the engine speed is too high. Theselected ge

DisplaysVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.The

NotesUsing this Owner'sManualThe fastest way to find information on a partic‐ular topic is by using the index.An initial overview of the vehicle

TachometerIt is imperative that you avoid engine speeds inthe red warning field. In this range, the fuelsupply is interrupted to protect the engine.Co

Information in detailRangeDisplays the estimated cruising range availablewith the remaining fuel.It is calculated based on your driving style overthe

Symbol FunctionPersonal Profile settings, referto page 22.Exit the menu.Exiting displays1.Press the button on the turn indicator leverrepeatedly until

▷ Distance: km, mi.▷ Temperature: ℃, ℉7. Press and hold the button until the displaychanges.8. Press the button to change the format orthe unit of

Service requirementsThe remaining driving distance and the date ofthe next scheduled service are displayed brieflyimmediately after you start the engi

Symbol FunctionRoadworthiness testFront brake padsRear brake padsBrake fluidExit the display, refer topage 62Next setting or information, re‐fer to pa

Hiding Check Control messagesPress the button on the turn indicator lever.Some Check Control messages are displayedcontinuously and are not cleared un

LampsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Theref

When the daytime running lights are activated,the low beams are always switched on inswitch position 3 when the ignition is switchedon.The exterior li

6. Press the button repeatedly until the sym‐bol shown is displayed, arrow.7. Press and hold the button until the displaychanges.8. Press the button t

For your own safetyWarrantyYour vehicle is technically configured for theoperating conditions and registration require‐ments applying in the country o

Depending on the steering angle and other pa‐rameters, the light from the headlamp followsthe course of the road.ActivatingWith the ignition switch on

Switching interior lamps on/offmanuallyTo switch the interior lamps on/off: press theswitch.If the interior lamps are to remain switched off,press the

SafetyVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.There

Protective actionAirbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-endcollisions.Information on how to ensu

Leave feet in the footwellMake sure that the front passenger keepshis or her feet in the footwell; otherwise, thefront passenger airbags may not funct

Operational readiness of airbag systemIn the radio ready state and beyond, re‐fer to page 49, the warning lamp lightsup briefly to indicate that the e

Do not initialize the system when driving withsnow chains.1. Start the engine, but do not start driving.2. Press the button on the turn indicator leve

Continued driving with a flat tireIf continuing to drive with a damaged tire:1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐vers.2. Do not exceed a speed

▷ When the TPM is disturbed by other sys‐tems or devices with the same radio fre‐quency.Resetting the systemReset the system after each correction of

Do not continue driving without run-flattiresDo not continue driving if the vehicle is notequipped with run-flat tires; continued drivingmay result in

your skin by washing thoroughly with soap andwater.Service and warrantyWe recommend that you read this publicationthoroughly. Your vehicle is covered

Final tire failureVibrations or loud noises while drivingcan indicate the final failure of the tire. Reducespeed and stop; otherwise, pieces of the ti

Driving stability control systemsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered

appears in the tachometer. DSC is deactivated.Intervening measures to stabilize the vehicleand give it forward momentum are no longerexecuted.When dri

The indicator lamp in the speedometerlights up and TRACTION appears in thetachometer.DTC is activated.Hill drive-off assistantThis system supports dri

Driving comfortVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model ser

▷ The transmission position D is disengaged.▷ DSC intervenes.Maintaining, storing the current speedPress button 1 or button 3.The current speed is mai

Avoid driving quickly with PDCPDC is a parking aid that can display ob‐jects when the vehicle approaches them slowly,as is the case during parking man

ClimateVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model series.Ther

Cooling functionThe passenger compartment canonly be cooled with the enginerunning.The cooling function cools anddehumidifies the incoming airbefore r

MicrofilterThe microfilter traps dust and pollen. The mi‐crofilter is changed by the service center duringroutine maintenance work.Microfilter/activat

Situations are conceivable during the use of thevehicle in which these technical data could be‐come associated with a specific person in com‐bination

Air volume, manualPress the – button to reduce theair volume. Press the + button toincrease the air volume.The automatic mode for the airvolume can be

When switching between different temperaturesettings in rapid succession, the automatic cli‐mate control does not have sufficient time toadjust the se

Interior equipmentVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment aswell as country-specific and special equipmentoffered for this model

3. Hold the hand-held transmitter of the sys‐tem to be operated a distance of approx. 1to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the buttonson the interior rearvi

Canada: if the LED does not flash rapidly af‐ter approx. 60 seconds, change the dis‐tance and repeat the step. If programmingwas aborted by the hand-h

Press the adjustment button for 3‑4 seconds.The number of the compass zone set is shownin the display.To change the zone setting, briefly press theadj

Cupholders and ashtray/lighterCupholdersTwo cupholders are located in the center con‐sole in the front.MINI Countryman: two additional cupholdersare l

Connecting electrical de‐vicesThe lighter socket can be used as a socket forelectrical equipment while the engine is run‐ning or when the ignition is

Cargo areaCargo coverDo not place objects on the coversDo not place objects on the cover; if youdo so, they may pose a danger to vehicle occu‐pants du

Before beginning with the mounting of a childrestraint fixing system, note the instructions,refer to page 44.1. Hold the top of the backrest, for exam