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MINI Convertible (2021 year). Manual in english - page 7

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Interior equipment

cessful, the "C" is replaced by the points

Front passenger side dash-

of the compass.

board

Left/right-hand steering

Decorative trim

The digital compass is already set for right

or left-hand steering at the factory.

Setting the language

Press and hold the control button for ap-

prox. 12 to 13 seconds. Briefly press the

control button again to switch between

English "E" and German "O".

Settings are stored automatically after ap-

proximately 10 seconds.

Customized decorative trim panels for the

dashboard on the front passenger side are

Sun visor

available as original MINI accessories de-

pending on the equipment specification.

Follow the assembly instructions.

Glare shield

To provide protection against glare, fold the

sun visor down or pivot it to the side.

Ashtray/cigarette lighter

Vanity mirror

A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor

Overview

behind a cover.

The ashtray is located in one of the frontal

cup holders, the cigarette lighter above it in

the center console.

Ashtray

In order to empty the ashtray, remove the

ashtray from the cup holder.

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Interior equipment

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Cigarette lighter

Do not damage the socket by using non-

compatible connectors.

Safety information

Safety information

Warning

Warning

Contact with the hot heating element or

the hot socket of the cigarette lighter can

Devices and cables in the unfolding area of

cause burns. Flammable materials can ig-

the airbags, such as portable navigation

nite if the cigarette lighter falls down or is

devices, can hinder the unfolding of the

held against the objects. There is a risk of

airbag or be thrown around in the car's in-

fire and injuries. There is a risk of damage

terior during unfolding. There is a risk of

to property. Take hold of the cigarette

injury. Make sure that devices and cables

lighter by its handle. Make sure that chil-

are not in the airbag's area of unfolding.

dren do not use the cigarette lighter.

NOTICE

NOTICE

Battery chargers for the vehicle battery

If metal objects fall into the socket, they

can work with high voltages and currents,

can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of

which means that the 12 volt on-board

damage to property. Replace the cigarette

network can be overloaded or damaged.

lighter or socket cover again after using

There is a risk of damage to property. Only

the socket.

connect battery chargers for the vehicle

battery to the starting aid terminals in the

engine compartment.

Operation

Push in the cigarette lighter.

NOTICE

The cigarette lighter can be

removed as soon as it pops

If metal objects fall into the socket, they

back out.

can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of

damage to property. Replace the cigarette

lighter or socket cover again after using

the socket.

Sockets

Concept

The lighter socket can be used as a socket

for electrical equipment while the ignition

is switched on or the engine is running.

General information

The total load of all sockets must not exceed

140 watts at 12 volts.

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Interior equipment

In the center console

In the center console

Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.

Depending on the equipment version, a USB

port Type A or a USB port Type A and a USB

port Type C are located in the front of the

In the cargo area

center console.

Properties of upper USB port:

- USB port Type A.

- For charging mobile devices and for

data transfer.

- Charge current: max. 1.5 A.

Properties of lower USB port:

- USB port Type C.

- For charging mobile devices and for

The socket is located on the right side in

data transfer.

the cargo area.

- Charge current: max. 3 A.

USB port

Wireless charging tray

General information

Concept

Follow the information regarding the con-

The wireless charging tray enables the fol-

nection of mobile devices to the USB port in

lowing functions to be performed without

the section on USB connections, refer to

cables:

page 53.

- Charging the rechargeable battery of a

mobile phone with Qi capability and of

other mobile devices, which support the

Qi standard.

- Connect the mobile phone to the exter-

nal antenna.

Depending on the country, this provides

for better network reception and a con-

sistent reproduction quality.

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Interior equipment

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General information

the device and the tray may impair the

card function. There is a risk of injury and

When inserting the mobile phone, make

risk of damage to property. When charg-

sure there are no objects between it and the

ing mobile devices, make sure there are no

wireless charging tray.

objects between the device and the tray.

During charging, the surface of the tray and

the mobile phone may become warm.

Higher temperatures may lead to a reduc-

NOTICE

tion in the charge current through the mo-

bile phone, and in isolated cases the charg-

The tray is intended for mobile phones up

ing process is paused temporarily. Follow

to a particular size. Forceful inserting of

the relevant instructions in the mobile

the mobile phone into the tray can damage

phone owner's manual.

the tray or the mobile phone. There is a

risk of damage to property. Observe the

NOTE

maximum dimensions for mobile phones.

Do not force the mobile phone into the

This device has been tested for human ex-

tray.

posure limits and found compliant at a mini-

mum distance of 4 in/10 cm during opera-

tion.

Functional requirements

Therefore, a distance of 4 in/10 cm must be

- Ignition or standby state is switched on.

maintained in every direction when operat-

ing the device.

- The mobile phone must compatibly sup-

port the required Qi standard. Compati-

ble mobile phones, refer to page 51.

If the mobile phone does not support the

Qi standard, the mobile phone can be

charged using a special Qi-compatible

charging case.

- Use only protective jackets and covers

up to a maximum thickness of

0.07 in/2 mm. Otherwise, the charging

function may be impaired.

Mounting position of the product.

- The mobile phone must not exceed the

maximum size of approximately 5.9 x

Safety information

3.07 x 0.62 in/150 x 78 x 16 mm.

Overview

Warning

The wireless charging tray is located in the

When charging a device that meets the Qi

center armrest.

standard in the wireless charging tray, any

metal objects located between the device

and the tray can become very hot. Placing

storage devices or electronic cards, such

as chip cards, cards with magnetic strips

or cards for signal transmission, between

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Interior equipment

LED displays

Color

Meaning

Blue

The mobile phone is charging.

Depending on the model, the

blue LED is no longer illuminated

once the inserted mobile phone

with Qi capability is fully

charged.

1

Front holder with LED

2

Storage area

Or-

The mobile phone is not charg-

ange

ing.

3

Movable clamp

Temperature on the mobile

phone possibly too high or for-

Inserting the mobile phone

eign object in the charging tray.

1.

Open center armrest, refer to vehicle

Red

The mobile phone is not charg-

ing.

2.

Push back the clamp.

Contact a dealer’s service center

3.

Insert the mobile phone with the display

or another qualified service cen-

facing upward in the direction of the

ter or repair shop.

front holder, arrow 1.

System limits

At high temperatures on the mobile phone

or in the vehicle, the charging functions of

the mobile phone may be limited and some

functions may no longer work.

LTE-Compensator - Information

and User Manual

Your car is equipped with a wireless charg-

4.

Place the mobile phone in the storage

ing tray (WCA) to charge your mobile phone

area, arrow 2.

and connect it to the mobile network. To en-

5.

Push the clamp forward and clamp the

sure the best possible connection a signal

mobile phone in the tray.

booster (LTE-Compensator) is used in con-

junction with the WCA. The following para-

6.

Close the center armrest.

graphs refer to this booster:

This is a CONSUMER device.

Removing the mobile phone

BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS

1. Open the center armrest.

DEVICE with your wireless provider and

2. Push the clamp back and remove the

have your provider's consent. Most wireless

mobile phone.

providers consent to the use of Compensa-

tors. Some providers may not consent to the

use of this device on their network. If you

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Storage compartments

Storage compartments

- Glove compartment on the front passen-

Vehicle features and options

ger side.

- Compartments in the doors.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with

- Storage compartment in the center arm-

the series. It also describes features and

rest.

functions that are not necessarily available

- Storage compartment in front of the cup

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

holders.

tions or country versions. This also applies

- Storage compartments in the cargo area.

to safety-related functions and systems.

- Storage tray in the center console.

When using these functions and systems,

the applicable laws and regulations must be

- Pockets on the backrests of the front

observed.

seats.

Safety information

Glove compartment

Safety information

Warning

Loose objects or devices with a cable con-

Warning

nection to the vehicle, for instance mobile

Folded open, the glove compartment pro-

phones, can be thrown about the car's in-

trudes in the car's interior. Objects in the

terior while driving, for instance in the

glove compartment can be thrown into the

event of an accident, braking or evasive

car's interior while driving, for instance in

maneuver. There is a risk of injury. Secure

the event of an accident, braking or eva-

loose objects or devices with a cable con-

sive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury.

nection to the vehicle in the car's interior.

Always close the glove compartment im-

mediately after using it.

NOTICE

Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can

damage the dashboard. There is a risk of

damage to property. Do not use anti-slip

pads.

Overview

The following storage compartments are

available in the car's interior:

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Storage compartments

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Opening

interior. There is a risk of injury or risk of

damage to property. Do not use any break-

able objects while driving. Only stow

breakable objects in closed storage com-

partments.

Center armrest

General information

Pull the handle.

The center armrest contains a storage com-

The light in the glove compartment

partment.

switches on.

Opening

Closing

Fold up the cover.

Locking

The glove compartment can be locked with

an integrated key to separately secure the

trunk lid, for instance.

This prevents access to the glove compart-

ment and to the cargo area.

Press button, arrow 1, and open center arm-

After the glove compartment is locked, the

rest upward, arrow 2.

vehicle key can be handed over, such as at a

hotel, without the integrated key.

Adjusting the height

Compartments in the doors

General information

There are storage compartments in the

doors.

Safety information

Press button, arrow 1, and swing center

Warning

armrest upward or downward into the de-

Breakable objects, such as glass bottles or

sired height, arrow 2.

glasses, can break in the event of an acci-

dent or a braking or evasive maneuver.

Broken glass can be scattered in the car's

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Storage compartments

Cup holders

Rear

Safety information

Warning

Unsuitable containers in the cup holders

may damage the cup holders or be thrown

about the car’s interior in the event of an

accident, an evasive maneuver, or forceful

braking. Spilled liquids can distract from

In front of the rear seats.

the traffic conditions and lead to an acci-

dent. Hot drinks can damage the cup

holder or lead to scalding. There is a risk

of injury or risk of damage to property. Do

not force objects into the cup holder. Use

lightweight, shatterproof, and sealable

containers. Do not transport hot bever-

ages.

Front

In the center console.

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Cargo area

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Cargo area

loose objects or devices with a cable con-

Vehicle features and options

nection to the vehicle in the car's interior.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with

Warning

the series. It also describes features and

functions that are not necessarily available

Improperly stowed objects can shift and

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

be thrown into the car's interior, for in-

tions or country versions. This also applies

stance in the event of an accident or dur-

to safety-related functions and systems.

ing braking and evasive maneuver. Vehi-

When using these functions and systems,

cle occupants can be hit and injured. There

the applicable laws and regulations must be

is a risk of injury. Stow and secure objects

observed.

and cargo properly.

Loading

NOTICE

Fluids in the cargo area can cause damage.

Safety information

There is a risk of damage to property.

Make sure that no fluids leak in the cargo

area.

Warning

High gross weight can overheat the tires,

damage them internally and cause a sud-

Steps for Determining Correct Load

den drop in tire inflation pressure. Driving

Limit

characteristics may be negatively im-

1. Locate the statement “The combined

pacted, reducing lane stability, lengthen-

weight of occupants and cargo should

ing the braking distances and changing

never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on

the steering response. There is a risk of

your vehicle’s placard.

accident. Pay attention to the permitted

load capacity of the tires and never exceed

2. Determine the combined weight of the

the permitted gross weight.

driver and passengers that will be riding

in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight of the

Warning

driver and passengers from XXX kg or

XXX lbs

Loose objects or devices with a cable con-

nection to the vehicle, for instance mobile

4. The resulting figure equals the available

phones, can be thrown about the car's in-

amount of cargo and luggage load ca-

terior while driving, for instance in the

pacity. For example, if the “XXX”

event of an accident, braking or evasive

amount equals 1,400 lbs and there will

maneuver. There is a risk of injury. Secure

be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehi-

cle, the amount of available cargo and

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Cargo area

luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1,400 -

- Do not stack cargo above the top edge of

750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs)

the backrests.

5. Determine the combined weight of lug-

- Small and light cargo: secure with

gage and cargo being loaded on the ve-

ratchet straps or draw straps.

hicle. That weight may not safely exceed

- Larger and heavy cargo: secure with

the available cargo and luggage load ca-

cargo straps.

pacity calculated in Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,

load from your trailer will be transferred

Loading aid

to your vehicle. Consult this manual to

determine how this reduces the availa-

Concept

ble cargo and luggage load capacity of

your vehicle.

For easier loading, the vehicle is equipped

with loading aid. When the loading aid is

opened, objects can be stowed that would

Load

not otherwise fit through the trunk lid

opening.

Safety information

Warning

When opening and closing the loading aid,

body parts can be jammed, for instance by

the mechanism. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that the area of movement of

the loading aid is clear during operation.

The maximum load is the sum of the weight

of the occupants and the cargo.

The greater the weight of the occupants,

Warning

the less cargo that can be transported.

With a lifted loading aid, vehicle parts can

Stowing and securing cargo

protrude and limit the view. There is a

danger of accidents and property damage.

- Cover sharp edges and corners on the

Before driving off, make sure that the load-

cargo.

ing aid is completely lowered and the

- Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as pos-

trunk lid is closed.

sible, directly behind and at the bottom

of the rear passenger seat backrests.

- Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is

not occupied, secure each of the outer

safety belts in the opposite buckle.

- If necessary, fold down the rear back-

rests to stow large cargo.

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Cargo area

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Opening the loading aid

Storage space under cargo

1. Unlock the convertible top using the

floor panel

handles, arrows 1.

2. Lift convertible top, arrow 2.

Located under the cargo floor panel on the

right side is a trough for the onboard vehi-

3. Fold back the handles and place on the

cle tool kit.

brackets, arrows 3.

Fold the right side of the cargo floor panel

upward to remove the onboard vehicle tool

Closing the loading aid

kit.

1. Remove handles from the brackets.

2. Push convertible top down and hold.

3. Push the handles outward to lock the

Enlarging the cargo area

convertible top.

4. Check that the convertible top is locked.

Concept

The cargo area can be enlarged as follows:

- The rear seat backrests can be folded

Lashing eyes in the cargo area

down.

- The cargo area partition can be swung

upward when the convertible top is

closed.

General information

The rear seat backrest is divided into two

parts at a ratio of 50 to 50.

The rear seat backrests can be folded down

from the cargo area.

To secure the cargo there are two lashing

eyes in the cargo area.

Attach load securing aids, such as lashing

straps, tensioning straps, draw straps or

cargo nets, to the lashing eyes in the cargo

area.

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Cargo area

Safety information

Folding down the rear seat

backrest from the cargo area

Warning

1. Before the backrest is folded down, re-

move the respective safety belt from the

Danger of jamming with folding down the

rear belt guide, refer to page 86.

backrests. There is a risk of injury or risk

of damage to property. Make sure that the

2. Pull the lever.

area of movement of the rear backrest and

the of the head restraint is clear prior to

folding down.

Warning

If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unse-

cured cargo can be thrown about the car’s

interior; for instance, in the event of an ac-

cident, braking or an evasive maneuver.

3. Fold the rear seat backrest forward.

There is a risk of injury. Make sure that

the rear seat backrest is locked after fold-

Folding back the backrest

ing it back.

1. Fold up the backrest and press it into

the latch. Make sure that the safety belt

is not caught behind the backrest or in

Warning

between the backrest and the rear seats.

The stability of the child restraint system

2. Close the belt guide loop of the rear belt

is limited or compromised with incorrect

guide, refer to page 86.

seat adjustment or improper installation of

the child seat. There is a risk of injuries or

danger to life. Make sure that the child re-

Cargo area partition

straint system fits securely against the

1. Fold the convertible top upward as de-

backrest. If possible, adjust the backrest

scribed under Loading aid, refer to

tilt for all affected backrests and correctly

page 221.

adjust the seats. Make sure that seats and

2. Swing the cargo area partition upward

backrests are securely engaged or locked.

and pull backward out of the lower sup-

If possible, adjust the height of the head

ports, arrows 1.

restraints or remove them.

Warning

Body parts can be jammed when moving

the head restraint. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that the area of movement is

clear when moving the head restraint.

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Things to remember when driving

DRIVING TIPS

above have to be renewed in the course of

the window. Do not open the door with

the vehicle's operating life.

force.

General driving notes

Hot exhaust gas system

Closing the trunk lid

Warning

High temperatures can occur underneath

Safety information

the body, for instance caused by the ex-

haust gas system, while driving. Contact

with the exhaust gas system can cause

Warning

burns. There is a risk of injury. Do not

An open trunk lid protrudes from the vehi-

touch the hot exhaust gas system, includ-

cle and can endanger occupants and other

ing the exhaust pipe.

traffic participants or damage the vehicle

in the event of an accident, braking or eva-

sive maneuvers. In addition, exhaust

Warning

fumes may enter the car's interior. There

is a risk of injury or risk of damage to

If combustible materials, such as leaves or

property. Do not drive with the trunk lid

grass, come in contact with hot parts of

open.

the exhaust gas system, these materials

can ignite. There is a risk of fire and inju-

ries. Do not remove the heat shields instal-

Driving with the trunk lid open

led and never apply undercoating to them.

Make sure that no combustible materials

If driving with the tailgate open cannot be

can come in contact with hot vehicle parts

avoided:

in driving operation, idle or during park-

- If the convertible top is closed, close all

ing.

windows and the sliding sun roof.

- Greatly increase the air flow from the

vents.

Mobile communication devices in

- Drive moderately.

the vehicle

Ice on window glass

Warning

Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can

NOTICE

influence one another. There is radiation

due to the transmission operations of mo-

The window will be lowered slightly when

bile phones. There is a risk of injury or

pulling on the door handle. In the event of

risk of damage to property. If possible, in

frost, the window may freeze up and not

the car's interior use only mobile phones

be lowered. There is a risk of damage to

with direct connections to an exterior an-

property. When pulling on the door han-

tenna in order to exclude mutual interfer-

dle, make sure that the window is lowered.

ence and deflect the radiation from the

If necessary, remove snow and ice from

car's interior.

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DRIVING TIPS

Things to remember when driving

Hydroplaning

Perform an emergency stop in situations

that require such.

On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water

can form between the tires and road sur-

Steering is still responsive. You can still

face.

avoid any obstacles with a minimum of

steering effort.

This phenomenon is referred to as hydro-

planing. It is characterized by a partial or

Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds

complete loss of contact between the tires

from the hydraulic circuits indicate that

and the road surface, ultimately undermin-

ABS is in its active mode.

ing your ability to steer and brake the vehi-

cle.

Objects in the area around the pedals

Driving through water

Warning

Objects in the driver's floor area can limit

General information

the pedal distance or block a depressed

When driving through water, follow the fol-

pedal. There is a risk of accident. Stow ob-

lowing:

jects in the vehicle such that they are se-

- Deactivate Auto Start/Stop function.

cured and cannot enter into the driver's

floor area. Use floor mats that are suitable

- Drive through calm water only.

for the vehicle and can be safely attached

- Drive through water only if it is not

to the floor. Do not use loose floor mats

deeper than maximum 9.8 inches/25 cm.

and do not layer several floor mats. Make

- Drive through water no faster than

sure that there is sufficient clearance for

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

the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are

securely fastened again after they were re-

Safety information

moved, for instance for cleaning.

NOTICE

Driving in wet conditions

When driving too quickly through too

When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy

deep water, water can enter into the en-

rain, gently press the brake pedal every few

gine compartment, the electrical system or

miles.

the transmission. There is a risk of damage

Ensure that this action does not endanger

to property. When driving through water,

other traffic.

do not exceed the maximum indicated wa-

ter level and the maximum speed for driv-

The heat generated during braking dries

ing through water.

brake discs and brake pads and protects

them against corrosion.

In this way braking efficiency will be avail-

Braking safely

able when you need it.

General information

The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock

Braking System ABS as a standard feature.

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Things to remember when driving

DRIVING TIPS

Hills

their response - generally this cannot be

corrected.

General information

Drive long or steep downhill gradients in

Condensation water under the

the gear that requires least braking effort.

parked vehicle

Otherwise, the brakes may overheat and re-

When using the automatic climate control,

duce brake efficiency.

condensation water develops and collects

You can increase the engine's braking effect

underneath the vehicle.

by shifting down, going all the way to first

gear, if needed.

Ground clearance

Safety information

NOTICE

If the ground clearance is insufficient, e.g.,

Warning

curbs or underground garage entrances,

Light but consistent brake pressure can

contact with vehicle parts, e.g., spoiler,

lead to high temperatures, brakes wearing

and the underbody may occur. There is a

out and possibly even brake failure. There

risk of damage to property. Ensure that

is a risk of accident. Avoid placing exces-

there is sufficient ground clearance availa-

sive stress on the brake system.

ble.

Warning

Rear luggage rack

In idle state or with the engine switched

off, safety functions, for instance engine

braking effect, braking assistance and

General information

steering assistance, may not be available.

Installation only possible with rear luggage

There is a risk of accident. Do not attempt

rack preparation.

to drive in idle state or with the engine

Rear luggage racks that are classified by the

switched off.

manufacturer of the vehicle to be suitable

are available as special accessories.

Brake disc corrosion

Mounting

Corrosion on the brake discs and contami-

nation on the brake pads are increased by

COOPER

the following circumstances:

- Low mileage.

- Extended periods when the vehicle is

not used at all.

- Infrequent use of the brakes.

- Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning

agents.

Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will

cause a pulsating effect on the brakes in

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DRIVING TIPS

Things to remember when driving

COOPER S

Keep activation times of power consumers

short with the engine switched off to pro-

tect the vehicle battery.

Driving on racetracks

Warning

The vehicle is not designed for use in M

Sport or motor sport type competition.

The fixing points, arrows 1, and the socket,

There is a risk of accident. Do not use the

arrow 2, are located below the covers in the

vehicle for M Sport or motor sport type

bumper.

competitions.

Remove the covers before installing the

rear luggage rack.

Higher mechanical and thermal loads during

racetrack operation lead to increased wear.

Loading

This wear is not covered by the warranty.

Because rear luggage racks raise the vehi-

cle's center of gravity when loaded, they

have a major effect on vehicle handling and

steering response.

Therefore, note the following when loading

and driving:

- Do not exceed the approved axle load

and the approved gross vehicle weight.

- Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden accelera-

tion and braking maneuvers. Take cor-

ners gently.

Power consumption

Before starting to drive, check the function

of the rear luggage rack lights. Before start-

ing to drive, check the function of the

trailer tail lights.

The rear luggage rack lights must not con-

sume more than:

- Turn signals: 42 watts per side.

- Rear lights: 50 watts per side.

- Brake lights: 84 watts in total.

- Rear fog lights: 42 watts in total.

- Backup light: 42 watts in total.

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Reducing fuel consumption

DRIVING TIPS

Reducing fuel consumption

Attached parts on the vehicle impair the

Vehicle features and options

aerodynamics and increase the fuel con-

sumption.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with

the series. It also describes features and

Close the windows

functions that are not necessarily available

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

tions or country versions. This also applies

Open windows increase air resistance and

to safety-related functions and systems.

therefore lead to greater fuel consumption.

When using these functions and systems,

the applicable laws and regulations must be

observed.

Tires

General information

General information

Tires can affect consumption in various

ways, for instance tire size may influence

The vehicle contains advanced technologies

consumption.

for the reduction of consumption and emis-

sion values.

Check the tire inflation pressure

Fuel consumption depends on a number of

regularly

different factors.

Check and, if needed, correct the tire infla-

The implementation of certain measures,

tion pressure at least twice a month and be-

driving style and regular maintenance can

fore starting on a long trip.

influence fuel consumption and environ-

Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling

mental impact.

resistance and thus raises fuel consumption

and tire wear.

Remove unnecessary cargo

Drive away without delay

Additional weight increases fuel consump-

tion.

Do not wait for the engine to warm-up

while the vehicle remains stationary. Start

driving right away, but at moderate engine

Remove attached parts follow-

speeds.

ing use

This is the fastest way for the cold engine

to reach its operating temperature.

Remove rear luggage racks which are no

longer required following use.

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DRIVING TIPS

Reducing fuel consumption

If the engine is switched off and then re-

Look well ahead when driving

started rather than leaving the engine run-

ning constantly, fuel consumption and emis-

Driving smoothly and proactively reduces

sions are reduced. Savings can begin within

fuel consumption.

a few seconds of switching off the engine.

Avoid unnecessary acceleration and brak-

In addition, fuel consumption is also deter-

ing.

mined by other factors, such as driving

By maintaining a suitable distance to the

style, road conditions, maintenance or envi-

vehicle driving ahead of you.

ronmental factors.

Avoid high engine speeds

Switch off any functions that

are not currently needed

Driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel

consumption and reduces wear.

Functions such as seat heating and the rear

If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift

window defroster require a lot of energy

indicator, refer to page 130.

and consume additional fuel, especially in

city and stop-and-go traffic.

Switch off these functions if they are not

Use coasting conditions

needed.

When approaching a red light, take your

foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle

Have maintenance carried out

coast to a halt.

For going downhill take your foot off the ac-

Have the vehicle maintained regularly to

celerator and let the vehicle roll.

achieve optimal vehicle efficiency and serv-

The flow of fuel is interrupted while coast-

ice life. MINI recommends that mainte-

ing.

nance work be performed by a MINI service

center.

Also note the MINI maintenance systems,

Switch off the engine during

refer to page 270.

longer stops

GREEN Mode

Switching off the engine

Switch off the engine during longer stops,

Concept

for instance at traffic lights, railroad cross-

ings or in traffic congestion.

GREEN Mode supports a driving style that

saves on consumption. For this purpose, the

engine control and comfort features, for in-

Auto Start/Stop function

stance the climate control output, are ad-

The Auto Start/Stop function of the vehicle

justed.

automatically switches off the engine dur-

For Steptronic transmission:

ing a stop.

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Reducing fuel consumption

DRIVING TIPS

Under certain conditions the engine is auto-

Via the Central Information Display

matically decoupled from the transmission

(CID)

in the D selector lever position. The vehicle

1.

"My MINI"

continues traveling with the engine idling

to reduce consumption. The D selector lever

2. "Vehicle settings"

position remains engaged.

3. "Configure GREEN"

In addition, context-sensitive instructions

4. Select the desired setting.

are displayed to assist with an efficient

driving style.

Activating/deactivating the functions

The achieved extended range is displayed in

The following functions can be activated/

the instrument cluster as bonus range.

deactivated:

- "GREEN speed warning"

General information

- "GREEN climate control"

The system includes the following MINI-

MALISM functions and MINIMALISM dis-

- "Coasting"

plays:

Settings are stored for the driver profile

- GREEN Limit, refer to page 231

currently used.

- GREEN climate control, refer to

GREEN Limit

page 231.

- "GREEN speed warning": GREEN Limit

- GREEN bonus range, refer to page 232.

is activated.

- GREEN tip, driving instruction, refer to

A GREEN tip is displayed if the speed of

page 232.

the set GREEN Limit is exceeded.

- Coasting driving condition, refer to

- "Tip at:"

page 233.

Set the desired speed for the GREEN

- MINIMALISM analyzer, refer to

Limit.

page 235.

GREEN climate control

Activating GREEN Mode

Climate control is set to be efficient.

Press the MINI Driving Modes

By making a slight change to the set tem-

switch downward until

perature and adjusting the rate of heating

GREEN is displayed in the in-

or cooling of the car's interior consumption

strument cluster.

can be economized.

The power output to the seat heater and ex-

terior mirror is reduced.

Configuring GREEN

Coasting

Via MINI Driving Modes switch

Efficiency can be optimized by disengaging

1. Activating GREEN Mode.

the engine and coasting, refer to page 233,

2. "Configure GREEN"

with the engine idling.

3. Select the desired setting.

This function is only available in GREEN

Mode.

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DRIVING TIPS

Reducing fuel consumption

Deactivate the function to use the braking

GREEN tip, driving instruction

effect of the engine when traveling down-

hill.

General information

The GREEN tip indicates that your driving

GREEN potential savings

style can be modified to be more efficient,

Shows potential savings with the current

for example by backing off the accelerator.

settings in percentages.

Instrument cluster without enhanced

Display in the instrument cluster

features: display

GREEN bonus range

A modified driving style helps

you extend your driving range.

The range extension can be

displayed as the bonus range

in the instrument cluster.

The bonus range is shown in the range dis-

play.

The bonus range is automatically reset ev-

Instrument cluster with enhanced

ery time the vehicle is refueled.

features: display

- Green display: efficient driving style.

- Gray display: modify driving style, for

instance by backing off the accelerator

pedal.

Efficiency display

A bar display in the instru-

ment cluster indicates your

current driving efficiency.

Mark in the left area, arrow 1:

Activating/deactivating the display

display for energy recovered

Activate information relating to the driving

by coasting or when braking.

style and GREEN tips in the instrument

Mark in the right area, arrow 2: display

cluster using the Central Information Dis-

when accelerating.

play (CID):

The efficiency of your driving style is

1.

"My MINI"

shown by the position of the mark:

2. "System settings"

- Mark inside the green range: efficient

driving style.

3. "Displays"

- Mark outside the green range: modify

4. "Instrument panel"

driving style, for example by backing off

5. "GREEN info"

the accelerator.

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Reducing fuel consumption

DRIVING TIPS

GREEN tip, symbols

Displaying the MINIMALISM analyzer

An additional symbol and text instructions

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

are displayed.

1.

"My MINI"

Symbol Measure

2. "Technology in action"

For an efficient driving style,

3. "MINIMALISM Analyser"

look well ahead when driving,

Further information on the MINIMALISM

accelerate conservatively, and

analyzer, refer to page 235.

delay accelerating.

Reduce speed to the selected

Coasting

GREEN speed.

Concept

Steptronic transmission:

The function helps to conserve fuel.

Switch from M/S to D and avoid

To do this, under certain conditions the en-

manual shift interventions.

gine is automatically decoupled from the

Manual transmission:

transmission when selector lever position D

Follow the shift instructions.

is set. The vehicle continues traveling with

the engine idling to reduce consumption.

Manual transmission:

Selector lever position D remains engaged.

Engage neutral for an engine

This driving condition is referred to as

stop.

coasting.

As soon as you step on the brake or acceler-

Indications on the Control Display

ator pedal, the engine is automatically cou-

pled again.

Displaying MINIMALISM information

General information

The current efficiency of the functions in

GREEN Mode can be displayed on the Con-

Coasting is a component of the GREEN driv-

trol Display.

ing mode.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

Coasting is automatically activated when

the GREEN driving mode is called via the

1.

"My MINI"

MINI Driving Modes switch, refer to

2. "Technology in action"

page 172.

A proactive driving style helps the driver to

3. "MINIMALISM"

use the function often and supports the effi-

Information is shown on the following func-

cient effect of coasting.

tions:

- Auto Start/Stop function.

Functional requirements

- Energy recovery.

The function is available in the speed range

– Coasting.

from approx. 15 mph/25 km/h up to

100 mph/160 km/h.

- Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are

not operated.

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DRIVING TIPS

Reducing fuel consumption

– The selector lever is in selector lever po-

Instrument cluster with enhanced features

sition D.

- Engine and transmission are at operat-

ing temperature.

- With a camera in the area of the interior

mirror: the system does not detect any

vehicles ahead of you.

Operation via shift paddles

Concept

The bar display below the tachometer is fil-

Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the

led in green and the mark appears at the

coasting mode can be influenced with the

zero point. The tachometer indicates idle

shift paddles.

speed.

Activating/deactivating coasting via shift

Indications on the Control Display

paddles

The coasting driving condition is displayed

1. Shift to the highest gear by pulling the

in the MINIMALISM Info while driving.

right shift paddle.

The distance traveled in the coasting driv-

2. To activate coasting mode, actuate the

ing condition is indicated by a counter.

right shift paddle again.

To deactivate, actuate the left shift paddle.

Displaying MINIMALISM information

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

Display

1.

"My MINI"

Instrument cluster without enhanced

2. "Technology in action"

features

3. "MINIMALISM"

System limits

The function is not available if one of the

following conditions applies:

- DSC OFF and TRACTION are activated.

- Cruise control is activated.

- If driving in the dynamic limit range.

- If driving on steep uphill or downhill

The bar display below the tachometer is fil-

grades.

led in green and the mark appears at the

- The battery charge state is temporarily

zero point. The tachometer indicates idle

too low.

speed.

- The vehicle electrical system is drawing

excessive current.

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Reducing fuel consumption

DRIVING TIPS

MINIMALISM analyzer

fish's mood worsens, and a reduced number

of stars is displayed.

Concept

The table of values contains stars and evalu-

ates the driving style in different catego-

The function helps develop an especially ef-

ries. The more efficient the driving style,

ficient driving style and to conserve fuel.

the more stars are displayed in the table.

For this purpose, the driving style is ana-

The bonus range achieved by a driving style

lyzed. The assessment is done in various

that minimizes consumption is displayed

categories and is displayed on the Control

below the table of values. The more effi-

Display.

cient the driving style, the faster the bonus

This display will help you adjust your driv-

range increases.

ing style and save some fuel.

To assist with an efficient driving style,

The range of the vehicle can be extended by

GREEN tips are displayed while driving.

adopting an efficient driving style. This gain

Tips for an energy-saving driving style, Sav-

in range is displayed as a bonus range in the

ing fuel, refer to page 229.

instrument cluster and on the Control Dis-

play.

Functional requirement

This function is available in GREEN Mode.

Displaying the MINIMALISM analyzer

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

1.

"My MINI"

2. "Technology in action"

3. "MINIMALISM Analyser"

Display on the Control Display

The display of the MINIMALISM analyzer

consists of a fish in a water glass, a table of

values and the display of the achieved bo-

nus range.

The fish and the movements of the water in

the bowl symbolize the efficiency of the

driving style.

Depending on the equipment, the fish is

shown with efficient and inefficient driving

style or only with inefficient driving style.

The more efficient the driving style, the less

the water sloshes around in the bowl and

the better is the fish's mood. If the driving

style is inefficient, the water oscillates, the

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MOBILITY

Refueling

Refueling

Vehicle features and options

Fuel cap

This chapter describes all standard, country-

Opening

specific and optional features offered with

1. Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge

the series. It also describes features and

and open it.

functions that are not necessarily available

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

tions or country versions. This also applies

to safety-related functions and systems.

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 238, prior to refueling.

Safety information

NOTICE

With a driving range of less than

30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer

3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket at-

have sufficient fuel. Engine functions are

tached to the fuel filler flap.

not ensured anymore. There is a risk of

damage to property. Refuel promptly.

236

Refueling

MOBILITY

Closing

Safety information

Warning

NOTICE

The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be

Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling

jammed and crushed during closing. The

of the fuel tank can damage the fuel sys-

cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel

tem. Painted surfaces may be damaged by

vapors can escape. There is a risk of injury

contact with fuel. Escaping fuel can harm

or risk of damage to property. Pay atten-

the environment. There is a risk of damage

tion that the retaining strap is not jammed

to property. Avoid overfilling.

or crushed when closing the cap.

1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until

you clearly hear a click.

2. Press on the fuel filler flap until it en-

gages.

Emergency unlocking

It may be necessary in certain situations to

unlock the fuel filler flap manually, for in-

stance with an electrical fault.

Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s

service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

Follow the following when re-

fueling

General information

When refueling, insert the filler nozzle

completely 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.

Make sure that the fuel cap is closed prop-

erly after refueling, otherwise the emissions

warning light may light up.

Follow safety regulations posted at the gas

station.

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MOBILITY

Fuel

Fuel

xx: comply with the current standard in

Vehicle features and options

each case.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

Safety information

specific and optional features offered with

the series. It also describes features and

functions that are not necessarily available

NOTICE

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or

tions or country versions. This also applies

wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel

to safety-related functions and systems.

system and engine. Furthermore, the cata-

When using these functions and systems,

lytic converter is permanently damaged.

the applicable laws and regulations must be

There is a risk of damage to property. Do

observed.

not refuel or add the following in the case

of gasoline engines:

- Leaded gasoline.

Fuel recommendation

- Metallic additives, for instance man-

ganese or iron.

General information

Do not press the Start/Stop button after

Depending on the region, many gas stations

refueling with the wrong fuel. Contact a

sell fuel that has been customized to winter

dealer’s service center or another qualified

or summer conditions. Fuel that is available

service center or repair shop.

in winter, for instance helps make a cold

start easier.

NOTICE

Gasoline

Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system

and the engine. There is a risk of damage

General information

to property. Do not use fuels with a higher

For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline

percentage of ethanol than recommended.

should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur

Do not refuel with fuels containing metha-

content.

nol, e.g. M5 to M100.

Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as

containing metal must not be used.

Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of

NOTICE

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

Fuel that does not comply with the mini-

eling.

mum quality can compromise engine func-

Ethanol should meet the following quality

tion or cause engine damage. There is a

standards:

risk of damage to property. Do not fill with

fuel that does not comply with the mini-

US: ASTM 4806-xx

mum quality.

CAN: CGSB-3.511-xx

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Fuel

MOBILITY

CAUTION

The use of poor-quality fuels may result in

harmful engine deposits or damage. Addi-

tionally, problems relating to drivability,

starting and stalling, especially under cer-

tain environmental conditions such as

high ambient temperature and high alti-

tude, may occur.

If drivability problems are encountered,

we recommend switching to a high quality

gasoline brand and a higher octane grade

— AKI number — for a few tank fills. To

avoid harmful engine deposits, it is highly

recommended to purchase gasoline from

Top Tier retailers.

Failure to comply with these recommenda-

tions may result in the need for unsched-

uled maintenance.

Recommended fuel grade

MINI recommends AKI 91.

John Cooper Works:

MINI recommends AKI 93.

Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the

rated performance and consumption values.

Minimum fuel grade

MINI recommends AKI 89.

John Cooper Works:

MINI recommends AKI 91.

If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI

Rating, the engine may produce knocking

sounds when starting at high external tem-

peratures. This has no effect on the engine

life.

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MOBILITY

Wheels and tires

Wheels and tires

Vehicle features and options

Tire inflation pressure

specifications

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with

In the tire inflation pressure table

the series. It also describes features and

The tire inflation pressure table, refer to

functions that are not necessarily available

page 242, contains all tire inflation pres-

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

sure specifications for the specified tire

tions or country versions. This also applies

sizes at the ambient temperature. The tire

to safety-related functions and systems.

inflation pressure values apply to tire sizes

When using these functions and systems,

approved by the manufacturer of the vehicle

the applicable laws and regulations must be

for the vehicle type.

observed.

To identify the correct tire inflation pres-

sure, please note the following:

- Tire sizes of your vehicle.

Tire inflation pressure

- Maximum permitted driving speed.

General information

Checking the tire inflation pressure

The tire characteristics and tire inflation

pressure influence the following:

General information

- The service life of the tires.

Tires heat up while driving. The tire infla-

- Road safety.

tion pressure increases with the tire tem-

perature.

- Driving comfort.

Tires have a natural, consistent loss of tire

- Fuel consumption.

inflation pressure.

The displays of inflation devices may under-

Safety information

read by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.

Warning

Checking using tire inflation pressure

A tire with too little or no tire inflation

specifications in the tire inflation

pressure may heat up significantly and

pressure table

sustain damage. This will have a negative

The tire inflation pressure specifications in

impact on aspects of handling, such as

the tire inflation pressure table only relate

steering and braking response. There is a

to cold tires or tires at the same tempera-

risk of accident. Regularly check the tire

ture as the ambient temperature.

inflation pressure, and correct it as

Only check the tire inflation pressure levels

needed, for instance twice a month and be-

when the tires are cold, i.e.:

fore a long trip.

- Driving range of max. 1.25 miles/2 km

has not been exceeded.

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Wheels and tires

MOBILITY

– If the vehicle has not moved again for at

least 2 hours after a trip.

1. Determine the intended tire inflation

pressure levels for the mounted tires.

2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all

four tires, using a pressure gage, for ex-

ample.

3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the

actual tire inflation pressure deviates

These pressure values can also be found on

from the intended tire inflation pres-

the tire inflation pressure label on the driv-

sure.

er's door pillar.

4. Check whether all valve caps are

screwed onto the tire valves.

Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/

160 km/h.

After correcting the tire inflation

pressure

For run-flat tires: reinitialize run-flat tires.

For the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: reset

the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.

Checking the tire inflation pressure of

the emergency wheel

Also check the tire inflation pressure of the

emergency wheel in the cargo area regu-

larly, and correct it as needed.

Tire pressures up to 100 mph/

160 km/h

For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and

for optimum driving comfort, note the pres-

sure values in the tire inflation pressure ta-

ble, refer to page 242, and adjust as neces-

sary.

241

MOBILITY

Wheels and tires

Tire pressure values up to

COOPER S

100 mph/160 km/h

Tire size

Pressure specifica-

tions in bar/PSI

COOPER

Specifications

Tire size

Pressure specifica-

in bar/PSI with

tions in bar/PSI

cold tires

Specifications in

bar/PSI with cold

195/55 R 16 87

2.5 / 36

2.3 / 33

tires

V A/S

195/55 R 16 87

175/65 R 15 84

2.5 / 36

2.3 / 33

H M+S

H A/S

205/45 R 17 88

2.6 / 38

2.4 / 35

195/55 R 16 87

V XL A/S

V A/S

205/45 R 17 88

205/45 R 17 88

W XL

V XL A/S

205/45 R 17 88

195/55 R 16 87

V XL M+S

W

205/40 R 18 86

2.8 / 41

2.6 / 38

205/45 R 17 88

W XL

W XL

175/60 R 16 86

175/65 R 15 88

H XL M+S

H XL M+S

185/50 R 17 86

195/55 R 16 87

H XL M+S

H M+S

205/45 R 17 88

V XL M+S

205/40 R 18 86

2.7 / 39

2.5 / 36

W XL

175/60 R 16 86

H XL M+S

185/50 R 17 86

H XL M+S

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Wheels and tires

MOBILITY

JOHN COOPER WORKS

Tire inflation pressure values over

100 mph/160 km/h

Tire size

Pressure specifications

in bar/PSI

COOPER

Specifications

in bar/PSI with

Tire size

Pressure specifica-

cold tires

tions in bar/PSI

Specifications in

bar/PSI with cold

205/45 R 17 88

2.8 / 41

2.5 / 36

tires

V XL A/S

205/45 R 17 88

W XL

175/65 R 15 84

2.8 / 41

2.6 / 38

205/40 R 18 86

H A/S

W XL

195/55 R 16 87

185/50 R 17 86

V A/S

H XL M+S

205/45 R 17 88

205/45 R 17 88

V XL A/S

V XL M+S

195/55 R 16 87

W

Tire inflation pressures at max.

205/45 R 17 88

W XL

speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h

175/65 R 15 88

H XL M+S

Warning

195/55 R 16 87

In order to drive at maximum speeds in ex-

H M+S

cess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please ob-

205/45 R 17 88

serve, and, if necessary, adjust tire pres-

V XL M+S

sures for speeds exceeding 100 mph/

160 km/h from the relevant table on the

205/40 R 18 86

3.0 / 44

2.7 / 39

following pages. Otherwise, tire damage

W XL

and accidents could occur.

175/60 R 16 86

H XL M+S

For speeds over 100 mph/160 km/h and for

185/50 R 17 86

optimum driving comfort, note the pressure

H XL M+S

values in the tire inflation pressure table,

refer to page 243, and adjust as necessary.

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