MINI Countryman (2018 year). Manual

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CONTROLS

Cargo area

Fold back the backrest

General information

Without a cargo position:

Follow instructions on securing cargo, refer to

page 194.

1. Pull the strap.

Removing the cargo floor panel

1. Fold down the rear seat backrest, refer to

page 196.

2. Fold the rear part of the cargo floor panel

upward.

2. Fold the rear seat backrest rearward.

With a cargo position:

1. Pull the strap.

3. Grasp the cargo floor panel in the rear and

fold up above the locking point of the up-

per position, refer to page 199.

4. Pull the cargo floor panel backward from

the brackets.

Inserting the cargo floor panel

2. Fold the rear seat backrest rearward. The

1. Push the cargo area floor into the supports

rear seat backrest first engages in the load-

at a shallow angle. The cargo area floor

ing position.

must engage noticeably.

3. Pull the strap again.

4. Fold rear seat backrest all the way back.

5. Latch the rear seat backrest.

Variable cargo area

floor

Concept

2. Fold the cargo area floor over downward.

With the variable cargo area floor, the cargo

area can be configured corresponding to trans-

port requirements.

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Cargo area

CONTROLS

Folded up position

General information

Only use the MINI Picnic Bench while the vehi-

Safety information

cle is parked and with the tailgate open. When

WARNING

the MINI Picnic Bench is not in use, fold it to-

gether to prevent soiling and damage.

Improper use of the variable cargo floor

panel can lead to a danger of objects flying

In vehicles with a no-touch opening and closing

about during braking and evasive maneuvers.

tailgate:

There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to

If the remote control is in the sensor area, the

property.

tailgate can be opened or closed inadvertently

▷ Do not use the variable cargo floor panel to

by an unconscious or alleged recognized foot

separate the cargo area and car's interior in

movement.

the sense of a partition net.

The sensor has an approximate range of

▷ Only use the variable cargo floor panel in

5 ft/1.50 m extending from the rear of the vehi-

the folded-up position when the backrests

cle.

are folded up and locked.

Safety information

▷ Fold down the variable cargo floor panel

before driving off.

WARNING

▷ Always secure cargo against shifting, using

Body parts can be jammed when operat-

straps, belts and lashing eyes, for in-

ing the tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make

stance.◀

sure that the area of movement of the tailgate

is clear during opening and closing.◀

Fold up the cargo floor panel

Fold the rear part of the cargo floor panel up-

Overview

ward.

The MINI Picnic Bench is located on the under-

side of the cargo area floor.

Mounting

1. Fold the rear part of the cargo floor panel

upward.

Fold up the cargo floor panel. You've reached

the maximum cargo height.

MINI Picnic Bench

2. Place the MINI Picnic Bench on the front

part of the cargo floor panel and attach it to

Concept

The MINI Picnic Bench provides a comfortable

seating surface on the loading lip of the vehicle.

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CONTROLS

Cargo area

the rear part of the cargo floor panel using

2. Grasp the MINI Picnic Bench in the middle

the four snaps.

and pull it back and up against the force of

the magnets.

3. Fold down the MINI Picnic Bench toward

the rear. The MINI Picnic Bench is fastened

3. Fold the rear part of the cargo area floor

with magnets.

downward and place the MINI Picnic Bench

over the loading lip of the cargo area. Place

a protective cloth over the bumper.

4. Fold the rear part of the cargo area floor

downward.

To disassemble the MINI Picnic Bench, proceed

Folding up

in reverse order.

Fold rear part of the cargo floor panel upward.

Folding down

The MINI Picnic Bench swings against the un-

derside of the cargo area floor and is fastened

1. Lift the rear part of the cargo area floor.

there with magnets.

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DRIVING TIPS

Things to remember when driving

▷ For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and

Vehicle features and op-

100 mph/160 km/h.

tions

Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum-

This chapter describes all standard, country-

stances.

specific and optional features offered with the

series. It also describes features that are not

From 1,200 miles/2,000 km

necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due

The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be

to the selected options or country versions. This

increased.

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

tems. When using these functions and systems,

Tires

the applicable laws and regulations must be

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-

observed.

ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;

they achieve their full traction potential after a

break-in time.

Breaking-in period

Drive conservatively for the first

200 miles/300 km.

General information

Moving parts need to begin working together

Brake system

smoothly.

Brake discs and brake pads only reach their full

The following instructions will help you to ach-

effectiveness after approx. 300 miles/500 km.

ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.

Drive moderately during this break-in period.

During break-in, do not use the Launch Control,

refer to page 107.

Clutch

The function of the clutch reaches its optimal

Safety information

level only after a distance driven of approx.

300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period,

WARNING

engage the clutch gently.

Due to new parts and components, safety

and driver assistance systems can react with a

Following part replacement

delay. There is a risk of an accident. After instal-

The same break-in procedures should be ob-

ling new parts or with a new vehicle, drive con-

served if any of the components above-men-

servatively and intervene early if necessary. Ob-

tioned have to be renewed in the course of the

serve the break-in procedures of the respective

vehicle's operating life.

parts and components.◀

Engine, transmission, and axle drive

Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km

Do not exceed the maximum engine and road

speed:

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Things to remember when driving

DRIVING TIPS

Mobile communication devices in the

General driving notes

vehicle

Closing the tailgate

WARNING

Vehicle electronics and mobile phones

Safety information

can influence one another. There is radiation

WARNING

due to the transmission operations of mobile

phones. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam-

An open tailgate protrudes from the vehi-

age to property. If possible, in the car's interior

cle and can endanger occupants and other traf-

use only mobile phones with direct connections

fic participants or damage the vehicle in the

to an exterior antenna in order to exclude mu-

event of an accident, braking or evasive ma-

tual interference and deflect the radiation from

neuvers. In addition, exhaust fumes may enter

the car's interior.◀

the car's interior. There is a risk of injury or risk

of damage to property. Do not drive with the

tailgate open.◀

Hydroplaning

On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can

Driving with the tailgate open

form between the tires and road surface.

If driving with the tailgate open cannot be

This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan-

avoided:

ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete

loss of contact between the tires and the road

▷ Close all windows and the glass sunroof.

surface, ultimately undermining your ability to

▷ Greatly increase the air flow from the vents.

steer and brake the vehicle.

▷ Drive moderately.

Driving through water

Hot exhaust gas system

General information

WARNING

When driving through water, follow the follow-

During driving operation, high tempera-

ing:

tures can occur underneath the vehicle body,

for instance caused by the exhaust gas system.

▷ Drive through calm water only.

If combustible materials, such as leaves or

▷ Drive through water only if it is not deeper

grass, come in contact with hot parts of the ex-

than maximum 9.8 inches/25 cm.

haust gas system, these materials can ignite.

▷ Drive through water no faster than walking

There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to

speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.

property. Do not remove the heat shields in-

stalled and never apply undercoating to them.

Safety information

Make sure that no combustible materials can

come in contact with hot vehicle parts in driv-

NOTE

ing operation, idle or during parking. Do not

When driving too quickly through too

touch the hot exhaust gas system.◀

deep water, water can enter into the engine

compartment, the electrical system or the

transmission. There is a risk of damage to prop-

erty. When driving through water, do not ex-

ceed the maximum indicated water level and

the maximum speed for driving through wa-

ter.◀

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DRIVING TIPS

Things to remember when driving

Braking safely

Hills

General information

The vehicle is equipped with ABS as a standard

Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the

feature.

gear that requires least braking effort. Other-

wise, the brakes may overheat and reduce

Perform an emergency stop in situations that

brake efficiency.

require such.

You can increase the engine's braking effect by

Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid

shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if

any obstacles with a minimum of steering ef-

needed.

fort.

Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from

Safety information

the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its

active mode.

WARNING

Light but consistent brake pressure can

Objects in the area around the pedals

lead to high temperatures, brakes wearing out

and possibly even brake failure. There is a risk

WARNING

of an accident. Avoid placing excessive stress

Objects in the driver's floor area can limit

on the brake system.◀

the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.

There is a risk of an accident. Stow objects in

WARNING

the vehicle such that they are secured and can-

In idle state or with the engine switched

not enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor

off, safety-relevant functions, for instance en-

mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can

gine braking effect, braking force boost and

be safely attached to the floor. Do not use

steering assistance, are restricted or not availa-

loose floor mats and do not layer several floor

ble at all. There is a risk of an accident. Do not

mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clear-

drive in idle state or with the engine switched

ance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats

off.◀

are securely fastened again after they were re-

moved, for instance for cleaning.◀

Brake disc corrosion

Corrosion on the brake discs and contamina-

Driving in wet conditions

tion on the brake pads are increased by the fol-

When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,

lowing circumstances:

gently press the brake pedal every few miles.

▷ Low mileage.

Ensure that this action does not endanger other

▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not

traffic.

used at all.

The heat generated during braking dries brake

▷ Infrequent use of the brakes.

discs and brake pads and protects them against

corrosion.

▷ Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning

agents.

In this way braking efficiency will be available

when you need it.

Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause

a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re-

sponse - generally this cannot be corrected.

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Things to remember when driving

DRIVING TIPS

Condensation water under the parked

▷ The roof load should not extend past the

vehicle

loading area.

When using the automatic climate control, con-

▷ Always place the heaviest pieces on the

densation water develops and collects under-

bottom.

neath the vehicle.

▷ Secure the roof luggage firmly, for instance

using ratchet straps.

Ground clearance

▷ Do not let objects project into the opening

NOTE

path of the tailgate.

If ground clearance is insufficient, there

▷ Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler-

might be contact with the front or rear spoiler,

ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners

for instance when driving over curbs or enter-

gently.

ing into underground vehicle parking garages.

There is a risk of damage to property. Ensure

that there is sufficient ground clearance availa-

Driving on poor roads

ble.◀

Concept

Because of its greater ground clearance, the

Roof-mounted luggage

vehicle can be driven on a variety of road types

rack

and qualities.

All-wheel drive can help improve forward mo-

General information

mentum.

Installation only possible with roof rack.

Safety information

Roof racks are available as special accessories.

NOTE

Securing

Objects in unpaved areas, for instance

Follow the installation instructions of the roof

stones or branches, can damage the vehicle.

rack.

There is a risk of damage to property. Do not

drive on unpaved terrain.◀

Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise the

When driving on poor roads

vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they

For your own safety, for the safety of passen-

have a major effect on vehicle handling and

gers and of the vehicle, heed the following

steering response.

points:

Therefore, note the following when loading and

▷ Become familiar with the vehicle before

driving:

starting a trip; do not take risks while driv-

▷ Do not exceed the approved roof/axle

ing.

loads and the approved gross vehicle

▷ Adjust the speed to the road surface condi-

weight.

tions. The steeper and more uneven the

▷ Be sure that adequate clearance is main-

road surface, the slower the speed.

tained for tilting and opening the glass sun-

▷ When driving on steep uphill or downhill

roof.

grades: add engine oil and coolant up to

▷ Distribute the roof load uniformly.

near the MAX mark.

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DRIVING TIPS

Things to remember when driving

▷ Avoid that the chassis bottom coming in

contact with the ground. The ground clear-

ance may vary depending on the vehicle

load.

▷ When wheels continue to spin, depress the

accelerator so that driving stability control

systems can distribute the driving force to

the wheels. Activate DTC Dynamic Traction

Control if available.

After a trip on poor roads

Note the following to maintain driving safety:

▷ Clear heavy soiling from the body.

▷ 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. The

vehicle is not designed for use in motor sports

competition.

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Saving fuel

DRIVING TIPS

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. It also describes features that are not

raises fuel consumption.

necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due

to the selected options or country versions. This

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

Tires

tems. When using these functions and systems,

the applicable laws and regulations must be

General information

observed.

Tires can affect fuel consumption in various

ways, for instance tire size may influence fuel

consumption.

General information

Check the tire inflation pressure

The vehicle contains advanced technologies for

regularly

the reduction of fuel consumption and emis-

sion values.

Check and, if needed, correct the tire inflation

pressure at least twice a month and before

Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif-

starting on a long trip.

ferent factors.

Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re-

The implementation of certain measures, driv-

sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and

ing style and regular maintenance can influ-

tire wear.

ence fuel consumption and environmental im-

pact.

Drive away without de-

Remove unnecessary

lay

cargo

Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while

the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving

Additional weight increases fuel consumption.

right away, but at moderate engine speeds.

This is the fastest way for the cold engine to

Remove attached parts

reach its operating temperature.

following use

Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof-mounted or rear

Look well ahead when

luggage racks which are no longer required fol-

driving

lowing use.

Driving smoothly and proactively reduces fuel

Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero-

consumption.

dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.

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Saving fuel

Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.

Switch off any functions

By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi-

that are not currently

cle driving ahead of you.

needed

Functions such as seat heating and the rear

Avoid high engine speeds

window defroster require a lot of energy and

consume additional fuel, especially in city and

Driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel con-

stop-and-go traffic.

sumption and reduces wear.

Switch off these functions if they are not

If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift in-

needed.

dicator, refer to page 116.

Have maintenance car-

Use coasting conditions

ried out

When approaching a red light, take your foot

off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a

Have the vehicle maintained regularly to ach-

halt.

ieve optimal vehicle efficiency and service life.

For going downhill take your foot off the accel-

MINI recommends that maintenance work be

erator and let the vehicle roll.

performed by a MINI service center.

The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting.

Also note the MINI maintenance systems, refer

to page 249.

Switch off the engine

GREEN Mode

during longer stops

Concept

Switching off the engine

GREEN Mode supports a driving style that saves

Switch off the engine during longer stops, for

on fuel consumption. For this purpose, the en-

instance at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in

gine control and comfort features, for instance

traffic congestion.

the climate control output, are adjusted.

For Steptronic transmission:

Auto Start/Stop function

Under certain conditions the engine is auto-

The Auto Start/Stop function of the vehicle au-

matically decoupled from the transmission in

tomatically switches off the engine during a

the D selector lever position. The vehicle con-

stop.

tinues traveling with the engine idling to re-

If the engine is switched off and then restarted

duce fuel consumption. The D selector lever

rather than leaving the engine running con-

position remains engaged.

stantly, fuel consumption and emissions are re-

In addition, context-sensitive instructions are

duced. Savings can begin within a few seconds

displayed to assist with an optimized fuel con-

of switching off the engine.

sumption driving style.

In addition, fuel consumption is also deter-

The achieved extended range is displayed in

mined by other factors, such as driving style,

the instrument cluster as bonus range.

road conditions, maintenance or environmental

factors.

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DRIVING TIPS

General information

GREEN Limit

The system includes the following MINIMALISM

▷ Activate the GREEN Limit:

functions and MINIMALISM displays:

"GREEN speed warning":

▷ GREEN bonus range, refer to page 211.

A GREEN tip is displayed if the speed of the

▷ GREEN tip, driving instruction, refer to

set GREEN Limit is exceeded.

page 212.

▷ Setting the speed for the GREEN Limit:

▷ GREEN climate control, refer to page 211.

"Tip at:"

▷ MINIMALISM analyzer, refer to page 214.

Select the desired speed.

▷ Coasting driving condition, refer to

page 213.

GREEN climate control

Climate control is set to be fuel-efficient.

Activating GREEN Mode

By making a slight change to the set tempera-

Press the MINI Driving Modes

ture, or adjusting the rate of heating or cooling

switch downward until GREEN is

of the car's interior fuel consumption can be

displayed in the instrument clus-

economized.

ter.

The power output to the seat heater and exte-

rior mirror is reduced.

Configuring GREEN

Coasting

Fuel-efficiency can be optimized by disengag-

Via MINI Driving Modes switch

ing the engine and coasting, refer to page 213,

1. Activating GREEN Mode.

with the engine idling.

2. "Configure GREEN"

This function is only available in GREEN Mode.

3. Select the desired setting.

Deactivate the function to use the braking ef-

fect of the engine when traveling downhill.

Via the Central Information Display

(CID):

GREEN potential savings

"My MINI"

Shows potential savings with the current set-

2. "Vehicle settings"

tings in percentages.

3. If necessary, "Driving mode"

Display in the instrument cluster

4. "Configure GREEN"

5. Select the desired setting.

GREEN bonus range

A modified driving style helps

Activating/deactivating the functions

you extend your driving range.

The following functions can be activated/deac-

This may be displayed as the bo-

tivated:

nus range in the instrument clus-

▷ "GREEN speed warning":

ter.

▷ "GREEN climate control"

The bonus range is shown in the range display.

Settings are stored for the driver profile cur-

The bonus range is automatically reset every

rently used.

time the vehicle is refueled.

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Saving fuel

▷ Green display: efficient driving style.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

▷ Gray display: modify driving style, for in-

"My MINI"

stance by backing off the accelerator pedal.

2. "System settings"

3. "Displays"

Efficiency display

4. "Instrument panel"

A bar display in the instrument

cluster indicates your current

5. "GREEN info"

driving efficiency.

GREEN tip, symbols

Mark in the left area, arrow 1:

display for energy recovered by

An additional symbol and text instructions are

coasting or when braking.

displayed.

Mark in the right area, arrow 2: display when

Symbol Measure

accelerating.

For an efficient driving style, look well

The efficiency of your driving style is shown by

ahead when driving, accelerate con-

the position of the mark:

servatively, and delay accelerating.

▷ Mark inside the green range: efficient driv-

Reduce speed to the selected GREEN

ing style.

speed.

▷ Mark outside the green range: modify driv-

ing style, for example by backing off the ac-

Steptronic transmission:

celerator.

Switch from M/S to D and avoid

manual shift interventions.

GREEN tip, driving instruction

Manual transmission:

Follow the shift instructions.

Manual transmission:

Engage neutral for an engine stop.

Indications on the Control Display

Displaying MINIMALISM information

The GREEN tip indicates that your driving style

The current efficiency of the functions in GREEN

can be modified to be more fuel efficient, for

Mode can be displayed on the Control Display.

example by backing off the accelerator.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

"My MINI"

Activating the efficiency display and

2. "Technology in action"

GREEN tips

3. "MINIMALISM"

The efficiency display and GREEN tips appear in

the instrument cluster when GREEN Info is acti-

Information is shown on the following func-

vated.

tions:

▷ Auto Start/Stop function.

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DRIVING TIPS

▷ Energy recovery.

▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not

operated.

▷ Climate control output.

▷ The selector lever is in selector lever posi-

▷ Coasting.

tion D.

Displaying the MINIMALISM analyzer

▷ Engine and transmission are at operating

temperature.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

"My MINI"

Operation via shift paddles

2. "Technology in action"

Concept

3. "MINIMALISM Analyser"

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the

Further information on the MINIMALISM ana-

coasting mode can be influenced with the shift

lyzer, refer to page 214.

paddles.

Coasting

Activating/deactivating coasting via shift

paddles

Concept

1. Shift to the highest gear by pulling the right

The function helps to conserve fuel.

shift paddle.

To do this, under certain conditions the engine

2. To activate coasting mode, actuate the

is automatically decoupled from the transmis-

right shift paddle again.

sion when selector lever position D is set. The

vehicle continues traveling with the engine

To deactivate, actuate the left shift paddle.

idling to reduce fuel consumption. Selector

lever position D remains engaged.

Display

This driving condition is referred to as coasting.

Display in the instrument cluster

As soon as you step on the brake or accelerator

pedal, the engine is automatically coupled

The bar display below the tach-

again.

ometer is filled in green and the

mark appears at the zero point.

The tachometer shows the idle

General information

speed.

Coasting is a component of the GREEN driving

mode.

Indications on the Control Display

Coasting is automatically activated when the

GREEN driving mode is called via the MINI Driv-

The coasting driving condition is displayed in

ing Modes switch, refer to page 155.

the MINIMALISM Info while driving.

A proactive driving style helps the driver to use

The distance traveled in the coasting driving

the function often and supports the fuel-con-

condition is indicated by a counter.

serving effect of coasting.

Displaying MINIMALISM information

Functional requirements

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

In GREEN mode, this function is available in a

"My MINI"

speed range from approximately

30 mph/50 km/h to 100 mph/160 km/h if the

2. "Technology in action"

following conditions are met:

3. "MINIMALISM"

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Saving fuel

System limits

The fish and the movements of the water in the

bowl symbolize the efficiency of the driving

The function is not available if one of the fol-

style.

lowing conditions applies:

The more efficient the driving style, the less the

▷ DSC OFF and TRACTION are activated.

water sloshes around in the bowl and the bet-

▷ Cruise control is activated.

ter is the fish's mood. If the driving style is inef-

▷ If driving in the dynamic limit range.

ficient, the water oscillates, the fish's mood

▷ If driving on steep uphill or downhill grades.

worsens, and a reduced number of stars is dis-

played.

▷ The battery charge state is temporarily too

low.

The table of values contains stars and evaluates

the driving style in different categories. The

▷ The vehicle electrical system is drawing ex-

more efficient the driving style, the more stars

cessive current.

are displayed in the table.

MINIMALISM analyzer

The bonus range achieved by a driving style

that minimizes fuel consumption is displayed

Concept

below the table of values. The more efficient

the driving style, the faster the bonus range in-

The function helps develop an especially effi-

creases.

cient driving style and to conserve fuel.

To assist with an efficient driving style, GREEN

For this purpose, the driving style is analyzed.

tips are displayed while driving.

The assessment is done in various categories

and is displayed on the Control Display.

Tips for an energy-saving driving style, Saving

fuel, refer to page 209.

This display will help you adjust your driving

style and save some fuel.

The last 15 minutes of a trip are evaluated.

The range of the vehicle can be extended by

adopting an efficient driving style. This gain in

range is displayed as a bonus range in the in-

strument cluster and on the Control Display.

Functional requirement

This function is available in GREEN Mode.

Displaying the MINIMALISM analyzer

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

"My MINI"

2. "Technology in action"

3. "MINIMALISM Analyser"

Display on the Control Display

The display of the MINIMALISM analyzer con-

sists of a fish in a water glass, a table of values

and the display of the achieved bonus range.

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MOBILITY

Refueling

Vehicle features and op-

Fuel cap

tions

Opening

This chapter describes all standard, country-

1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler

specific and optional features offered with the

flap.

series. It also describes features that are not

necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due

to the selected options or country versions. This

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

tems. When using these functions and systems,

the applicable laws and regulations must be

observed.

General information

2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.

Follow the fuel recommendation, refer to

page 220, prior to refueling.

Safety information

NOTE

With a driving range of less than

30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have

sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not ensured

anymore. There is a risk of damage to property.

3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached

Refuel promptly.◀

to the fuel filler flap.

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Refueling

MOBILITY

Closing

ment. There is a risk of damage to property.

Avoid overfilling.◀

WARNING

The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be

jammed and crushed during closing. The cap

cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors

can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of

damage to property. Pay attention that the re-

taining strap is not jammed or crushed when

closing the cap.◀

1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you

clearly hear a click.

2. Close the fuel filler flap.

Manually unlocking fuel filler flap

E.g., in the event of an electrical malfunction.

Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s serv-

ice center or another qualified service center or

repair shop.

Follow the following

when refueling

General information

When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-

pletely into the filler pipe. Lifting up the fuel

pump nozzle during refueling causes:

▷ Premature switching off.

▷ Reduced return of the fuel vapors.

The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks

off the first time.

Follow safety regulations posted at the gas sta-

tion.

Safety information

NOTE

Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling

of the fuel tank can damage the fuel system.

Painted surfaces may be damaged by contact

with fuel. Escaping fuel can harm the environ-

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MOBILITY

Fuel

Safety information

Vehicle features and op-

NOTE

tions

Do not press the Start/Stop button after

This chapter describes all standard, country-

refueling with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the

specific and optional features offered with the

catalytic converter is permanently damaged.

series. It also describes features that are not

There is a risk of damage to property. Do not

necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due

refuel or add the following in the case of gaso-

to the selected options or country versions. This

line engines:

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

▷ Leaded gasoline.

tems. When using these functions and systems,

the applicable laws and regulations must be

▷ Metallic additives, for instance manganese

observed.

or iron.

Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuel-

ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealer’s serv-

Fuel recommendation

ice center or another qualified service center or

repair shop.◀

General information

NOTE

Depending on the region, many gas stations

Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel sys-

sell fuel that has been customized to winter or

tem and the engine. There is a risk of damage

summer conditions. Fuel that is available in

to property. Do not use fuels with a higher per-

winter, for instance helps make a cold start eas-

centage of ethanol than recommended. Do not

ier.

refuel with fuels containing methanol, e.g. M5

to 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-

damage to property. Do not fill with fuel that

taining metal must not be used.

does not comply with the minimum quality.◀

Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of

CAUTION

25 %, i. e. E10 or E25, may be used for refuel-

The use of poor-quality fuels may result in

ing.

harmful engine deposits or damage. Addition-

Ethanol should meet the following quality stan-

ally, problems relating to drivability, starting

dards:

and stalling, especially under certain environ-

US: ASTM 4806-xx

mental conditions such as high ambient tem-

CAN: CGSB-3.511-xx

perature and high altitude, may occur.

xx: comply with the current standard in each

case.

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