MINI Convertible (2021 year). Manual in english

MOBILITY

Wheels and tires

COOPER S

On 3-door models: JOHN COOPER

WORKS

Tire size

Pressure specifica-

tions in bar/PSI

Tire size

Pressure specifications

in bar/PSI

Specifications in

bar/PSI with

Specifications

cold tires

in bar/PSI with

cold tires

195/55 R 16 87

2.9 / 42

2.6 / 38

V A/S

205/45 R 17 88

3.4 / 49

3.0 / 44

195/55 R 16 87

V XL A/S

H M+S

205/45 R 17 88

W XL

205/45 R 17 88

3.2 / 46

2.9 / 42

V XL A/S

205/40 R 18 86

W XL

205/45 R 17 88

W XL

185/50 R 17 86

H XL M+S

205/45 R 17 88

V XL M+S

205/45 R 17 88

V XL M+S

205/40 R 18 86

W XL

175/60 R 16 86

H XL M+S

Tire identification marks

185/50 R 17 86

H XL M+S

Tire size

205/45 R 17 84 V

205: nominal width in mm

45: aspect ratio in %

R: radial tire code

17: rim diameter in inches

84: load rating, not for ZR tires

V: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires

Maximum tire load

Maximum tire load is the maximum permis-

sible weight for which the tire is approved.

Locate the maximum tire load on the tire

sidewall and the Gross Axle Weight Rating

- GAWR - on the certification label on the

driver’s door pillar. Divide the tire load by

1.1. It must be greater than one-half of the

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vehicle’s Gross Axle Weight Rating -

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

GAWR. Note, front vs. rear GAWR and tire

Quality grades can be found where applica-

loads, respectively.

ble on the tire sidewall between tread

shoulder and maximum section width.

Speed letter

E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Tempera-

ture A

Designation Maximum speed

up to 100 mph/160 km/h

DOT Quality Grades

up to 106 mph/170 km/h

Treadwear

Traction AA A B C

up to 112 mph/180 km/h

Temperature A B C

up to 118 mph/190 km/h

All passenger vehicle tires must conform to

up to 131 mph/210 km/h

Federal Safety Requirements in addition to

these grades.

up to 150 mph/240 km/h

up to 167 mph/270 km/h

Treadwear

up to 186 mph/300 km/h

The treadwear grade is a comparative rating

based on the wear rate of the tire when

tested under controlled conditions on a

Tire Identification Number

specified government test course. E.g., a

DOT-Code: DOT xxxx xxx 0120

tire graded 150 would wear one and one-

xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand

half, 1 g, times as well on the government

course as a tire graded 100. The relative

xxx: tire size and tire design

performance of tires depends upon the ac-

0120: tire age

tual conditions of their use, however, and

Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines

may depart significantly from the norm due

of the U.S. Department of Transportation.

to variations in driving habits, service prac-

tices and differences in road characteristics

Tire age

and climate.

Recommendation

Traction

Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at

The traction grades, from highest to lowest,

least every 6 years.

are AA, A, B, and C.

Those grades represent the tire's ability to

Manufacture date

stop on wet pavement as measured under

You can find the manufacture date of the

controlled conditions on specified govern-

tire on the tire's sidewall.

ment test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.

A tire marked C may have poor traction per-

Designation

Manufacture date

formance.

DOT … 0120

1st week 2020

The traction grade assigned to this tire is

based on straight-ahead braking traction

tests, and does not include acceleration,

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cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction

Tire tread

characteristics.

Summer tires

Temperature

Do not drive with a tire tread of less than

The temperature grades are A, the highest,

0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an in-

B, and C, representing the tire's resistance

creased risk of hydroplaning.

to the generation of heat and its ability to

dissipate heat when tested under controlled

conditions on a specified indoor laboratory

Winter tires

test wheel. Sustained high temperature can

Do not drive with a tire tread of less than

cause the material of the tire to degenerate

0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less suitable

and reduce tire life, and excessive tempera-

for winter operation.

ture can lead to sudden tire failure. The

grade C corresponds to a level of perform-

Minimum tread depth

ance which all passenger car tires must

meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle

Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A

represent higher levels of performance on

the laboratory test wheel than the minimum

required by law.

Warning

The temperature grade for this tire is es-

tablished for a tire that is properly inflated

Wear indicators are distributed around the

and not overloaded. Excessive speed, un-

tire's circumference and have the legally re-

derinflation, or excessive loading, either

quired minimum height of 0.063 in-

separately or in combination, can cause

ches/1.6 mm.

heat buildup and possible tire failure.

The positions of the wear indicators are

marked on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread

RSC - Run-flat tires

Wear Indicator.

Run-flat tires, refer to page 249, are labeled

with a circular symbol containing the let-

ters RSC marked on the sidewall.

Tire damage

M+S

General information

Winter and all-season tires with better cold

Inspect your tires regularly for damage, for-

weather performance than summer tires.

eign objects lodged in the tread, and tread

wear.

Driving over rough or damaged road surfa-

ces, as well as debris, curbs and other obsta-

cles can cause serious damage to wheels,

tires and suspension parts. This is more

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likely to occur with low-profile tires, which

damage. There is a danger of accidents and

provide less cushioning between the wheel

property damage. If possible, avoid driving

and the road. Be careful to avoid road haz-

over objects or road conditions that may

ards and reduce your speed, especially if

damage tires, or drive over them slowly

your vehicle is equipped with low-profile

and carefully.

tires.

Indications of tire damage or other vehicle

malfunctions:

Changing wheels and tires

- Unusual vibrations.

- Unusual tire or running noises.

Mounting and wheel balancing

- Unusual handling such as a strong ten-

Have mounting and tire and wheel balanc-

dency to pull to the left or right.

ing carried out by a dealer’s service center

Damage can be caused by the following sit-

or another qualified service center or repair

uations, for instance:

shop.

- Driving over curbs.

- Road damage.

Wheel and tire combination

- Tire inflation pressure too low.

General information

- Vehicle overloading.

You can ask the dealer's service center or

- Incorrect tire storage.

another qualified service center or repair

shop about the correct wheel/tire combina-

Safety information

tion and wheel rim versions for the vehicle.

Warning

Safety information

Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres-

sure, which can lead to loss of vehicle con-

Warning

trol. There is a risk of accident. If tire dam-

Wheels and tires which are not suitable

age is suspected while driving,

for your vehicle can damage parts of the

immediately reduce speed and stop. Have

vehicle, for instance due to contact with

wheels and tires checked. For this pur-

the body due to tolerances despite the

pose, drive carefully to the nearest dealer’s

same official size rating. There is a risk of

service center or another qualified service

an accident. The manufacturer of your ve-

center or repair shop. Have vehicle towed

hicle strongly suggests that you use

or transported as needed. Do not repair

wheels and tires that have been recom-

damaged tires, but have them replaced.

mended by the vehicle manufacturer for

your vehicle type.

Warning

Tires can become damaged by driving over

obstacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at

high speed. Larger wheels have a smaller

tire cross-section. The smaller the tire

cross-section, the higher the risk of tire

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Retreaded tires

Warning

Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will

Warning

have a negative impact on the vehicle's

Retreaded tires can have different tire cas-

handling and on the function of a variety

ing structures. With advanced age the

of systems, such as the ABS Antilock Brak-

service life can be limited. There is a risk

ing System or DSC Dynamic Stability Con-

of an accident. The manufacturer of your

trol. There is a risk of accident. To main-

vehicle does not recommend the use of re-

tain good handling and vehicle response,

treaded tires.

use only tires with a single tread configu-

ration from a single manufacturer. The

The manufacturer of the vehicle does not

manufacturer of the vehicle recommends

recommend the use of retreaded tires.

that you use wheels and tires that have

been recommended by the vehicle manu-

facturer for your vehicle type. Following

Winter tires

tire damage, have the original wheel/tire

Winter tires are recommended for operat-

combination remounted on the vehicle as

ing on winter roads.

soon as possible.

Although so-called all-season M+S tires pro-

vide better winter traction than summer

tires, they usually do not provide the same

Recommended tire brands

level of performance as winter tires.

Maximum speed of winter tires

If the maximum speed of the vehicle is

higher than the permissible speed for the

winter tires, then attach a label showing the

permissible maximum speed in the field of

view. The label is available from a dealer's

service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

For each tire size, the manufacturer of the

With winter tires mounted, observe and do

vehicle recommends certain tire brands.

not exceed the permissible maximum speed.

The tire brands can be identified by a star

on the tire sidewall.

Changing runflat tires

For your own safety, use only runflat tires.

New tires

Further information is available from a deal-

er's service center or another qualified serv-

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufac-

ice center or repair shop.

turing circumstances when tires are brand-

new; they achieve their full traction poten-

tial after a break-in time.

Rotating wheels between axles

Drive conservatively for the first

Different wear patterns can occur on the

200 miles/300 km.

front and rear axles depending on individual

driving conditions. The tires can be rotated

in pairs between the axles to achieve even

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wear. Further information is available from

Safety information

a dealer's service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop. After rotating,

Warning

check the tire pressure and correct, if

needed.

The vehicle handles differently when a

run-flat tire has insufficient or no tire

Storing tires

pressure; for instance, reduced lane stabil-

ity when braking, braking distances are

longer and the self-steering properties will

Tire inflation pressure

change. There is a risk of accident. Drive

Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation

moderately and do not exceed a speed of

pressure indicated on the side wall of the

50 mph/80 km/h.

tire.

Storage

Label

Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and

dark place.

Always protect tires against all contact with

oil, grease, and solvents.

Do not leave tires in plastic bags.

Remove dirt from wheels or tires.

Run-flat tires

The tires are marked on the tire sidewall

with RSC Run-flat System Component.

Concept

Run-flat tires permit continued driving un-

der restricted conditions even in the event

of a complete loss of tire inflation pressure.

Repairing a flat tire

General information

Safety measures

The wheels are composed of tires that are

- Park the vehicle as far away as possible

self-supporting to a limited degree.

from passing traffic and on solid ground.

The support of the sidewall allows the tire

- Switch on the hazard warning system.

to remain drivable to a restricted degree in

- Secure the vehicle against rolling away

the event of a tire inflation pressure loss.

by setting the parking brake.

Follow the instructions for continued driv-

- Turn the steering wheel until the front

ing with a flat tire.

wheels are in the straight-ahead posi-

tion and engage the steering wheel lock.

- Have all vehicle occupants get out of the

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

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side the immediate area in a safe place,

Overview

such as behind a guardrail.

- If necessary, set up a warning triangle

Storage

at an appropriate distance.

The Mobility System is located under the

cargo floor panel.

Mobility System

Sealant container

Concept

With the Mobility System, minor tire dam-

age can be sealed temporarily to enable con-

tinued travel. To accomplish this, sealant is

pumped into the tires, which seals the dam-

age from the inside.

General information

Follow the instructions on using the

- Sealant container, arrow 1.

Mobility System found on the compres-

- Filling hose, arrow 2.

sor and sealant container.

Observe use-by date on the sealant con-

Use of the Mobility System may be inef-

tainer.

fective if the tire puncture measures ap-

prox. 1/8 inches/4 mm or more.

Compressor

Contact a dealer's service center or an-

other qualified service center or repair

shop if the tire cannot be made drivable.

Do not remove foreign bodies that have

penetrated the tire. Only remove foreign

objects if they are visibly protruding

from the tire.

Pull the speed limit sticker off the seal-

ant container and apply it to the steer-

ing wheel.

Sealant container unlocking

The use of a sealant can damage the

TPM wheel electronics. In this case,

Sealant container holder

have the TPM wheel electronics re-

Tire pressure gage

placed at the next opportunity.

Reduce tire inflation pressure button

The compressor can be used to check

On/off switch

the tire inflation pressure.

Compressor

Connector/cable for socket

Connection hose

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Safety measures

Filling

- Park the vehicle as far away as possible

Shake the sealant container.

from passing traffic and on solid ground.

- Switch on the hazard warning system.

- Secure the vehicle against rolling away

by setting the parking brake.

- Turn the steering wheel until the front

wheels are in the straight-ahead posi-

tion and engage the steering wheel lock.

- Have all vehicle occupants get out of the

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

side the immediate area in a safe place,

Pull filling hose completely out of the

such as behind a guardrail.

cover of the sealant container. Do not

- If necessary, set up a warning triangle

kink the hose.

at an appropriate distance.

Filling the tire with sealant

Safety information

DANGER

If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila-

tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases

can enter into the vehicle. The exhaust

Slide the sealant container into the

gases contain pollutants which are color-

holder on the compressor housing, en-

less and odorless. In enclosed areas, ex-

suring that it engages audibly.

haust gases can also accumulate outside of

the vehicle. There is danger to life. Keep

the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient

ventilation.

NOTICE

The compressor can overheat during ex-

tended operation. There is a risk of dam-

age to property. Do not run the compres-

sor for more than 10 minutes.

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Screw the filling hose of the sealant con-

Checking and adjusting the tire

tainer onto the tire valve of the non-

inflation pressure

working wheel.

Checking

1. Switch off the compressor.

2. Read the tire inflation pressure on the

tire pressure gage.

To continue the trip, a tire inflation pres-

sure of at least 2 bar must be reached.

Removing and stowing the sealant

container

With the compressor switched off, in-

1. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant

sert the plug into the power socket in-

container from the tire valve.

side the vehicle.

2. Press the red unlocking device.

3. Remove the sealant container from the

compressor.

4. Wrap and store the sealant container in

suitable material to avoid dirtying the

cargo area.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is not

reached

1. Pull the connector out of the power

With the ignition switched on or the en-

socket inside the vehicle.

gine running, switch on the compressor.

2. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to

distribute the sealant in the tire.

3. Screw the connection hose of the com-

pressor directly onto the tire valve stem.

Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes

to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a

tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.

While the tire is being filled with sealant,

the tire inflation pressure may sporadically

reach approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the

compressor at this point.

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4. Insert the connector into the power

Adjustment

socket inside the vehicle.

1. Stop at a suitable location.

2. Screw the connection hose of the com-

pressor directly onto the tire valve stem.

5. With the ignition switched on or the en-

gine running, switch on the compressor.

If a tire inflation pressure of at least

Insert the connector into the power

2 bar cannot be reached, contact your

socket inside the vehicle.

dealer's service center or another quali-

fied service center or repair shop.

If a tire inflation pressure of at least

2 bar is reached, see Minimum tire infla-

tion pressure is reached.

6. Unscrew the connection hose of the

compressor from the tire valve.

7. Pull the connector out of the power

socket inside the vehicle.

8. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

Correct the tire inflation pressure to at

least 2.0 bar.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is

- Increase tire inflation pressure: with

reached

the ignition switched on or the en-

1. Unscrew the connection hose of the

gine running, switch on the com-

compressor from the tire valve.

pressor.

2. Pull the connector out of the power

- Reduce tire inflation pressure: press

socket inside the vehicle.

the button on the compressor.

3. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

Unscrew the connection hose of the

compressor from the tire valve.

4. Immediately drive approx.

5 miles/10 km to ensure that the sealant

Pull the connector out of the power

is evenly distributed in the tire.

socket inside the vehicle.

Do not exceed a speed of

Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

50 mph/80 km/h.

If possible, do not drive at speeds less

Continuing the trip

than 12 mph/20 km/h.

Do not exceed the maximum permissible

speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

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Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to

page 158.

Warning

Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to

Insufficiently tight snow chains may dam-

page 153.

age tires and vehicle components. There

Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant

may be a risk of accident or risk of damage

container of the Mobility System promptly.

to property. Make sure that the snow

chains are always sufficiently tight. Re-

tighten as needed according to the snow

chain manufacturer's instructions.

Snow chains

General information

Fine-link snow chains

The manufacturer of the vehicle has deter-

The manufacturer of the vehicle recom-

mined certain wheels and tires to be suita-

mends the use of fine-link snow chains. Cer-

ble for operation on the vehicle.

tain types of fine-link snow chains have

Follow the snow chain manufacturer's in-

been tested by the manufacturer of the ve-

structions.

hicle and recommended as road-safe and

suitable.

Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after

mounting snow chains, as doing so may re-

Information regarding suitable snow chains

sult in incorrect readings.

is available from a dealer’s service center or

another qualified service center or repair

Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM

shop.

after mounting snow chains, as doing so

may result in incorrect readings.

Use

When driving with snow chains, briefly ac-

Use only in pairs on the front wheels, equip-

tivate Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if

ped with the tires of the following size:

needed.

175/65 R 15.

Safety information

175/60 R 16.

185/50 R 17.

Warning

John Cooper Works:

With the mounting of snow chains on un-

185/50 R 17.

suitable tires, the snow chains can come

into contact with vehicle parts. There may

Maximum speed with snow chains

be a risk of accident or risk of damage to

Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h

property. Only mount snow chains on tires

when using snow chains.

that are designated by their manufacturer

as suitable for the use of snow chains.

Changing wheels/tires

General information

When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a

wheel does not always need to be changed

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immediately when there is a loss of tire in-

flation pressure due to a flat tire.

Warning

If needed, the tools for changing wheels are

On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for ex-

available as accessories from a dealer’s

ample snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack

service center or another qualified service

can slip away. There is a risk of injury. If

center or repair shop.

possible, change the wheel on a flat, solid,

and slip-resistant surface.

Safety information

Warning

DANGER

The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting

The vehicle jack is only provided for short-

the vehicle and for the jacking points on

term lifting of the vehicle for wheel

the vehicle only. There is a risk of injury.

changes. Even if all safety measures are

Do not lift any other vehicle or cargo using

observed, there is a risk of the raised vehi-

the vehicle jack.

cle falling, if the vehicle jack tips over.

There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.

If the vehicle is raised, do not lie under the

vehicle and do not start the engine.

Warning

When the vehicle jack is not inserted into

the jacking point provided for this pur-

DANGER

pose, the vehicle may be damaged or the

vehicle jack may slip when it is being

Supports such as wooden blocks under the

cranked up. There is a risk of injury or risk

vehicle jack reduce the capacity of the ve-

of damage to property. When cranking up

hicle jack to bear weight. They have the

the vehicle jack, ensure that it is inserted

potential to exert too much strain on the

in the jacking point next to the wheel

vehicle jack, causing it to tip over and the

housing.

vehicle to fall. There is a risk of injuries or

danger to life. Do not place supports under

the vehicle jack.

Warning

A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack

Warning

may fall off of the jack if lateral forces are

exerted on it. There is a risk of injury and

The jack, issued by the vehicle manufac-

risk of damage to property. While the ve-

turer, is provided in order to perform a

hicle is raised, do not exert lateral forces

wheel change in the event of a breakdown.

on the vehicle or pull abruptly on the vehi-

The jack is not designed for frequent use;

cle. Have a stuck wheel removed by a deal-

for example, changing from summer to

er’s service center or another qualified

winter tires. Using the jack frequently may

service center or repair shop.

cause it to become jammed or damaged.

There is a risk of injury and risk of damage

to property. Only use the jack to attach an

emergency or spare wheel in the event of

a breakdown.

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Securing the vehicle against rolling

Lug bolt lock

General information

Concept

The vehicle manufacturer recommends to

The wheel lug bolts have a special coding.

additionally secure the vehicle against roll-

The lug bolts can only be released with the

ing away when changing a wheel.

adapter which matches the coding.

On a level surface

Overview

The adapter of the lug bolt lock is located in

the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to

page 272.

Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects

in front and behind the wheel that is diago-

nal to the wheel to be changed.

- Lug bolt, arrow 1.

On a slight downhill gradient

- Adapter, arrow 2.

Unscrewing

1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt.

2. Unscrew the lug bolt.

3. Remove the adapter after unscrewing

the lug bolt.

Screwing on

If you need to change a wheel on a slight

1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If

downhill grade, place chocks and other suit-

necessary, turn the adapter until it fits

able objects, for instance a rock, under the

on the lug bolt.

wheels of both the front and rear axles

2. Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening

against the rolling direction.

torque is 140 Nm.

3. Remove the adapter and stow it after

screwing on the lug bolt.

Preparing the vehicle

- Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip

ground at a safe distance from traffic.

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– Switch on the hazard warning system.

Jacking up the vehicle

– Set the parking brake.

- Engage a gear or move the selector lever

Warning

to position P.

Hands and fingers can be jammed when

- As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,

using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of

have all vehicle occupants get out of the

injury. Comply with the described hand

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

position and do not change this position

side the immediate area in a safe place,

while using the vehicle jack.

such as behind a guardrail.

- Depending on the vehicle equipment,

1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar-

get wheel change tools and, if necessary,

row 1, and grasp the vehicle jack crank

the emergency wheel from the vehicle.

or lever with your other hand, arrow 2.

- If necessary, set up a warning triangle

or portable hazard warning light at an

appropriate distance.

- Secure the vehicle additionally against

rolling.

- Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.

Jacking points for the vehicle jack

2. Insert the vehicle jack into the rectan-

gular recess of the jacking point closest

to the wheel to be changed.

The jacking points for the vehicle jack are

located at the marked positions.

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Extend the vehicle jack by turning the

ground and the relevant wheel is maxi-

vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise.

mum 1.2 inches/3 cm above ground.

Mounting a wheel

Mount one emergency wheel only, as re-

quired.

1. Unscrew the lug bolts.

2. Remove the wheel.

3. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel

on and screw in at least two lug bolts in

a crosswise pattern until hand-tight.

Take your hand away from the vehicle

jack as soon as the vehicle jack is under

If non-original light-alloy wheels of the

load and continue turning the vehicle

vehicle manufacturer are mounted, the

jack crank or lever with one hand.

accompanying lug bolts may have to be

used as well.

Make sure that the vehicle jack foot

stands vertically and at a right angle be-

4. Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts

neath the jacking point.

and tighten all lug bolts well in a cross-

wise pattern.

5. Turn the vehicle jack crank counter-

clockwise to retract the vehicle jack and

lower the vehicle.

6. Remove the vehicle jack and stow it se-

curely.

After the wheel change

1. Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The

Make sure that the vehicle jack foot

tightening torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.

stands vertically and perpendicularly be-

2. Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo

neath the jacking point after extending

area, if necessary.

the vehicle jack.

The nonworking wheel cannot be stored

under the cargo floor panel because of

its size.

3. Check tire inflation pressure at the next

opportunity and correct as needed.

4. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.

Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.

5. Check to make sure the lug bolts are

tight with a calibrated torque wrench.

Crank the vehicle up, until the vehicle

6. Have the damaged tire replaced at the

jack is with the entire surface on the

nearest dealer's service center or an-

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other qualified service center or repair

Removing the emergency wheel

shop.

Loosen the nut using the wheel wrench

from the onboard vehicle tool kit.

Emergency wheel

Concept

In the event of a flat tire, the emergency

wheel can be used in place of the wheel

with the defective tire. The emergency

wheel is only intended for temporary use

until the defective tire/wheel has been re-

placed.

Remove the retaining plate.

Screw wheel lug wrench onto the thread

General information

and hold in place with one hand.

Mount one emergency wheel only.

Also check the tire inflation pressure of the

emergency wheel in the cargo area regu-

larly, and correct it as needed.

Safety information

Warning

The emergency wheel has particular di-

mensions. When driving with an emer-

Unlock the locking hexagon of the emer-

gency wheel, changed driving properties

gency wheel well using the hexagon at-

may occur, for instance reduced lane sta-

tached to retaining plate.

bility when braking, longer braking dis-

tance, and changed self-steering proper-

ties in the limit area. There is a risk of

accident. Drive moderately and do not ex-

ceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

Overview

The emergency wheel is housed in a well on

the underbody of the vehicle. The screw

connection of the emergency wheel is under

5. Lower the emergency wheel with the

the cargo floor panel, on the floor of the

wheel wrench.

storage compartment for the onboard vehi-

6. Unscrewing the wheel wrench

cle tool kit.

7. Pull out the well with emergency wheel

The wheel change tools are under the cargo

under the vehicle toward the rear.

floor panel.

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Engine compartment

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

Vehicle features and options

tions or country versions. This also applies

to safety-related functions and systems.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

When using these functions and systems,

specific and optional features offered with

the applicable laws and regulations must be

the series. It also describes features and

observed.

functions that are not necessarily available

Overview

Filler neck for washer fluid

Jump-starting, positive terminal

Vehicle identification number

Jump-starting, negative terminal

Oil filler neck

Coolant reservoir

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Engine compartment

Hood

Warning

Body parts can be jammed when opening

Safety information

and closing the hood. There is a risk of in-

jury. Make sure that the area of movement

Warning

of the hood is clear during opening and

closing.

Improperly executed work in the engine

compartment can damage vehicle compo-

nents and impair vehicle functions. There

is a risk of an accident and damage to

NOTICE

property. Have work in the engine com-

Folded-away wipers can be jammed when

partment performed by a dealer’s service

the hood is opened. There is a risk of dam-

center or another qualified service center

age to property. Make sure that the wipers

or repair shop.

with the wiper blades mounted are folded

down onto the windshield before opening

the hood.

Warning

The engine compartment accommodates

moving components. Certain components

NOTICE

in the engine compartment can also move

When the hood is closed, it must engage

with the vehicle switched off, for instance

on both sides. Pressing again can damage

the radiator fan. There is a risk of injury.

the hood. There is a risk of damage to

Do not reach into the area of moving parts.

property. Open the hood again and then

Keep articles of clothing and hair away

close it energetically. Avoid pressing

from moving parts.

again.

Warning

Opening the hood

There are protruding parts, for instance

1. Pull lever, arrow 1.

locking hook, on the inside of the hood.

Hood is unlocked.

There is a risk of injury. If the hood is

open, pay attention to protruding parts

and keep clear of these areas.

Warning

An incorrectly locked hood can open while

driving and restrict visibility. There is a

risk of accident. Stop immediately and cor-

rectly close the hood.

2. After the lever is released, pull the lever

again, arrow 2.

Hood can be opened.

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MOBILITY

Engine oil

Vehicle features and options

Safety information

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with

NOTICE

the series. It also describes features and

An engine oil level that is too low causes

functions that are not necessarily available

engine damage. There is a risk of damage

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

to property. Immediately add engine oil.

tions or country versions. This also applies

to safety-related functions and systems.

When using these functions and systems,

NOTICE

the applicable laws and regulations must be

observed.

Too much engine oil can damage the en-

gine or the catalytic converter. There is a

risk of damage to property. Do not add too

General information

much engine oil. When too much engine

oil is added, have the engine oil level cor-

rected by a dealer’s service center or an-

The engine oil consumption is dependent on

other qualified service center or repair

your driving style and driving conditions.

shop.

Therefore, regularly check the engine oil

level after refueling by taking a detailed

measurement.

The engine oil consumption can increase in

Electronic oil measurement

the following situations, for instance:

- Sporty driving style.

General information

- Break-in of the engine.

The electronic oil measurement has two

- Idling of the engine.

measuring principles:

- With use of engine oil types that are

- Monitoring.

classified as not suitable.

- Detailed measurement.

Different Check Control messages appear,

When making frequent short-distance trips

depending on the engine oil level.

or using a dynamic driving style, for in-

stance when taking curves aggressively,

regularly perform a detailed measurement.

Monitoring

Concept

The engine oil level is monitored electroni-

cally while driving and can be shown on the

Control Display.

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If the engine oil level is outside its permis-

– Manual transmission: shift lever in neu-

sible operating range, a Check Control mes-

tral position, clutch and accelerator ped-

sage is displayed.

als not depressed.

A red indicator light indicates that

- Steptronic transmission: selector lever

the engine oil pressure is too low.

in selector lever position N or P and ac-

celerator pedal not depressed.

- Engine is running and is at operating

Functional requirements

temperature.

A current measured value is available after

approx. 30 minutes of normal driving.

Performing a detailed measurement

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

Displaying the engine oil level

"My MINI"

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

2. "Vehicle status"

"My MINI"

"Engine oil level"

2. "Vehicle status"

4. "Measure engine oil level"

"Engine oil level"

5. "Start measurement"

The engine oil level is displayed.

The engine oil level is checked and dis-

played via a scale.

System limits

When making frequent short-distance trips

or using a dynamic driving style, it may not

Adding engine oil

be possible to calculate a measured value.

In this case, the measured value for the last,

sufficiently long trip is displayed.

General information

Only add engine oil when the message is

Detailed measurement

displayed in the instrument cluster. The

quantity to be added is indicated in the

Concept

message displayed in the instrument clus-

The engine oil level is checked when the ve-

ter.

hicle is stationary and displayed via a scale.

Only add suitable types of engine oil, refer

If the engine oil level is outside its permis-

to page 267.

sible operating range, a Check Control mes-

Safely park the vehicle and switch off the

sage is displayed.

ignition before adding engine oil.

Take care not to add too much engine oil.

General information

During the measurement, the idle speed is

increased somewhat.

Functional requirements

- Vehicle is parked in a horizontal posi-

tion.

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Engine oil

Safety information

Adding engine oil

1. Open the hood, refer to page 262.

Warning

2. Open the lid counterclockwise.

Operating materials, for instance oils,

greases, coolants, fuels, can contain harm-

ful ingredients. There is a risk of injuries

or danger to life. Follow the instructions

on the containers. Avoid the contact of ar-

ticles of clothing, skin or eyes with operat-

ing materials. Do not refill operating mate-

rials into different bottles. Store operating

materials out of reach of children.

3. Add engine oil.

NOTICE

4. Close the lid.

An engine oil level that is too low causes

engine damage. There is a risk of damage

to property. Immediately add engine oil.

Engine oil types to add

General information

NOTICE

The engine oil quality is critical for the life

Too much engine oil can damage the en-

of the engine.

gine or the catalytic converter. There is a

Only add the types of engine oil which are

risk of damage to property. Do not add too

listed.

much engine oil. When too much engine

oil is added, have the engine oil level cor-

Safety information

rected by a dealer’s service center or an-

other qualified service center or repair

shop.

NOTICE

Oil additives can damage the engine.

There is a risk of damage to property. Do

Overview

not use oil additives.

The oil filler neck is located in the engine

compartment, refer to page 261.

NOTICE

Incorrect engine oil can cause malfunc-

tions in the engine or damage it. There is a

risk of damage to property. When select-

ing an engine oil, make sure that the en-

gine oil has the correct oil rating.

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Suitable engine oil types

Engine oil change

Add engine oils that meet the following oil

rating standards:

NOTICE

Gasoline engine

Engine oil that is not changed in timely

BMW Longlife-01 FE.

fashion can cause increased engine wear

BMW Longlife-14 FE+.

and thus engine damage. There is a risk of

damage to property. It is recommended

BMW Longlife-17 FE+.

that you do not exceed the service inter-

vals indicated in the vehicle.

Alternative engine oil types

The vehicle manufacturer recommends that

If an engine oil suitable for continuous use

you have a dealer's service center or an-

is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an

other qualified service center or repair shop

engine oil with the following oil rating can

change the engine oil.

be added:

Oil rating

API SL.

API SM.

API SN.

Viscosity grades

When selecting an engine oil, make sure

that the engine oil belongs to one of the fol-

lowing viscosity grades:

Viscosity grades

SAE 0W-20.

SAE 0W-30.

More information about suitable oil ratings

and viscosity grades of engine oils can be

requested from a dealer’s service center or

another qualified service center or repair

shop.

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Coolant

Vehicle features and options

Warning

Additives are harmful and incorrect addi-

This chapter describes all standard, country-

tives can damage the engine. There is a

specific and optional features offered with

risk of injury and risk of damage to prop-

the series. It also describes features and

erty. Do not allow additives to come into

functions that are not necessarily available

contact with skin, eyes or articles of cloth-

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

ing. Use suitable additives only.

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

Coolant level

observed.

Checking

General information

There are yellow Min and Max marks in the

coolant reservoir.

Coolant consists of water and additives.

1. Let the engine cool.

Not all commercially available additives are

2. Open the hood, refer to page 262.

suitable for the vehicle. Do not mix addi-

tives of different colors. Observe the water -

3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir

additive mixing ratio of 50:50. Information

slightly counterclockwise to allow any

about suitable additives is available from a

excess pressure to dissipate, then open

dealer’s service center or another qualified

it.

service center or repair shop.

Safety information

Warning

With the engine hot and the cooling sys-

tem open, coolant can escape and lead to

scalding. There is a risk of injury. Only

4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.

open the cooling system with the engine

cooled down.

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5. The coolant level is correct if it lies be-

Disposal

tween the minimum and maximum

marks in the filler neck.

Comply with the relevant environ-

mental protection regulations when

disposing of coolant and coolant ad-

ditives.

6. Close the lid.

Adding coolant

1. Let the engine cool.

2. Open the hood, refer to page 262.

3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir

slightly counterclockwise to allow any

excess pressure to dissipate, then open

it.

4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.

5. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant

up to the specified level; do not overfill.

6. Close the lid.

7. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi-

nated as soon as possible.

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MOBILITY

Maintenance

Vehicle features and options

General information

Information on service notifications, refer

This chapter describes all standard, country-

to page 129, can be displayed on the Control

specific and optional features offered with

Display.

the series. It also describes features and

functions that are not necessarily available

Service data in the vehicle key

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

Information on the service notifications is

tions or country versions. This also applies

continuously stored in the vehicle key. The

to safety-related functions and systems.

service center can read this data out and

When using these functions and systems,

suggest a maintenance scope for the vehi-

the applicable laws and regulations must be

cle.

observed.

Therefore, hand the service advisor the ve-

hicle key with which the vehicle was driven

most recently.

MINI maintenance system

Storage periods

The maintenance system provides service

Storage periods during which the vehicle

notifications and thereby provides support

battery was disconnected are not taken into

in maintaining road safety and the opera-

account.

tional reliability of the vehicle.

If this occurs, have a dealer's service center

In some cases, scopes and intervals of the

or another qualified service center or repair

maintenance system may vary according to

shop update the time-dependent mainte-

the country version. Replacement work,

nance procedures, such as checking brake

spare parts, fuels and lubricants, and wear

fluid and, if necessary, changing the engine

materials are calculated separately. Further

oil and the microfilter/activated-charcoal

information is available from a dealer's serv-

filter.

ice center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop.

Maintenance Manual and

Condition Based Service CBS

Service and Warranty Infor-

mation Booklet for US models

Concept

and Warranty and Service

Sensors and special algorithms take into ac-

Guide Booklet for Canadian

count the driving conditions of the vehicle.

models

CBS uses these to calculate the need for

maintenance.

Please consult your Maintenance Manual

The system makes it possible to adapt the

and Service and Warranty Information

amount of maintenance corresponding to

Booklet for US models and Warranty and

your user profile.

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Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models

Position

for additional information on the perform-

ance of service and maintenance work.

The manufacturer of your vehicle recom-

mends that maintenance and repair be per-

formed by a service center or another quali-

fied service center or repair shop. Records

of regular maintenance and repair work

should be retained.

There is an OBD socket on the driver's side

Socket for OBD Onboard Diag-

for checking the primary components in the

nosis

vehicle's emissions.

General information

Emissions

Devices connected to the OBD socket trig-

- The warning light lights up:

ger the alarm system when the vehicle is

locked. Remove any devices connected at

Emissions are deteriorating.

the OBD socket before locking the vehicle.

Have the vehicle checked as soon

as possible.

Safety information

The warning light flashes under certain

circumstances:

This indicates that there is excessive

NOTICE

misfiring in the engine.

The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an in-

Reduce the vehicle speed and have the

tricate component intended to be used in

system checked immediately; otherwise,

conjunction with specialized equipment to

serious engine misfiring within a brief

check the vehicle’s primary emissions sys-

period can seriously damage emission

tem. Improper use of the socket for On-

control components, in particular the

board Diagnosis, or contact with the

catalytic converter.

socket for Onboard Diagnosis for other

than its intended purpose, can cause vehi-

cle malfunctions and creates risks of per-

sonal and property damage. Given the fore-

going, the manufacture of your vehicle

strongly recommends that access to the

socket for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to

a dealer's service center or another quali-

fied service center or repair shop or other

persons that have the specialized training

and equipment for purposes of properly

utilizing the socket for Onboard Diagnosis.

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MOBILITY

Replacing components

Vehicle features and options

Wiper blades

This chapter describes all standard, country-

Safety information

specific and optional features offered with

the series. It also describes features and

NOTICE

functions that are not necessarily available

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

The window may sustain damage if the

tions or country versions. This also applies

wiper falls onto it without the wiper blade

to safety-related functions and systems.

installed. There is a risk of damage to

When using these functions and systems,

property. Hold the wiper firmly when

the applicable laws and regulations must be

changing the wiper blade. Do not fold or

observed.

switch on the wiper without a wiper blade

installed.

Vehicle tool kit

NOTICE

Folded-away wipers can be jammed when

the hood is opened. There is a risk of dam-

age to property. Make sure that the wipers

with the wiper blades mounted are folded

down onto the windshield before opening

the hood.

Replacing the front wiper blades

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the

1. To change the wiper blades, fold up the

onboard vehicle tool kit is located on the

wiper arms.

right side under the cargo floor panel or in a

2. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.

bag on the right side of the cargo area.

3. Open the wiper blade lock, arrow.

After use, secure the bag with the onboard

vehicle tool kit on a lashing eye again.

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4. Pull the wiper blade down out of the

cially designated as Class 1 light-emitting

holder on the wiper arm, arrow 1.

diodes.

Follow the safety information, refer to

page 273.

Safety information

Lights and bulbs

Warning

Bulbs can get hot during operation. Con-

5. Pull the wiper blade free from the holder

tact with the bulbs can cause burns. There

of the wiper arm, arrow 2.

is a risk of injury. Only change bulbs after

6. Insert and latch a new wiper blade in re-

they have cooled off.

verse order.

7. Fold down the wiper arm.

Warning

Work on switched-on lighting systems can

Light and bulb replacement

cause short circuits. There is a risk of in-

jury or risk of damage to property. When

working on the lighting system, switch off

General information

the lights in question. If necessary, heed

the bulb manufacturer's instructions.

Lights and bulbs

Lights and bulbs make an essential contri-

bution to vehicle safety.

NOTICE

The manufacturer of the vehicle recom-

Dirty bulbs have a reduced service life.

mends that you have appropriate work per-

There is a risk of damage to property. Do

formed by a dealer’s service center or an-

not hold new bulbs with your bare hands.

other qualified service center or repair shop

Use a clean cloth or something similar, or

if you are unfamiliar with it or if it has not

hold the bulb by its base.

been described here.

A spare light box is available from a dealer's

service center or another qualified service

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)

center or repair shop.

Follow the safety information, refer to

Warning

page 273.

Intensive brightness can irritate or dam-

age the retina of the eye. There is a risk of

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)

injury. Do not look directly into the head-

Some items of equipment use light-emitting

lights or other light sources. Do not re-

diodes installed behind a cover as a light

move the LED covers.

source. These light-emitting diodes are re-

lated to conventional lasers and are offi-

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MOBILITY

Replacing components

Headlight glass

55-watt bulb, HB2.

Condensation can form on the inside of the

Open the hood, refer to page 262.

headlight glass in cool or humid weather.

Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow,

When driving with the lights switched on,

and remove.

the condensation evaporates after a short

time. The headlight glass does not need to

be changed.

If despite driving with the headlights

switched on, increasing humidity forms, for

instance water droplets in the light, have

the headlights checked.

Headlight setting

The headlight adjustments can be affected

by changing lights and bulbs. After the

Pull off the connector.

headlight adjustment was changed, have it

Unclip spring clip, arrow, and fold down.

checked and, if necessary, corrected by a

dealer’s service center or another qualified

service center or repair shop.

Front halogen lights, bulb

replacement

Overview

Halogen headlights

Remove the bulb from the headlight

housing.

Insert the new bulb and install the cover

in the reverse order.

Turn signal

Follow the general instructions on lights

and bulbs, refer to page 273.

Low beams/high beams

Turn signal

Low beams/high beams

Follow the general instructions on lights

and bulbs, refer to page 273.

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21-watt bulb, PY21W.

In the case of a malfunction, contact a deal-

er's service center or another qualified serv-

1. Turn the steering wheel.

ice center or repair shop.

2. Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow 1,

and remove.

LED front fog lights

These front fog lights are made using LED

technology. In the case of a malfunction,

contact a dealer's service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop.

Tail lights, bulb replacement

Overview

Vehicles with a rear fog light

3. Unscrew the inner cover counterclock-

wise, and remove it.

Side tail lights

4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise

Rear fog light

and remove it from the bulb housing.

License plate light

Center brake light

Vehicle with two rear fog lights

5. Pull the bulb out of the fixture.

6. Insert the new bulb and install the cover

in the reverse order.

Side tail lights

LED front lights, bulb replacement

Rear fog lights

All lights feature LED technology.

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MOBILITY

Replacing components

- Bulb, turn signals: P21W.

License plate light

- Bulb, reversing lights: P21W.

Center brake light

1. Opening trunk lid.

Side tail lights

2. Remove left or right cover.

Tail lights

3. Through the opening, loosen the plug

connector, arrow 2 on the bulb holder.

Turn signal

Press the latches together, arrows 1, and

Brake light

remove the bulb holder.

Reversing lights

Side tail lights with Union Jack

4. Remove the bulb holder from the open-

ing.

5. Press the nonworking bulb gently into

Tail lights

the socket, turn counterclockwise and

Turn signals/brake lights

remove.

Turn signals/brake lights

- Arrow 1: brake lights

Reversing lights

- Arrow 2: turn signal

Side tail lights

Without Union Jack

Follow the general instructions on lights

and bulbs, refer to page 273.

– Bulb, brake lights: H21W.

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– Arrow 3: reversing light

4. Remove the bulb holder from the open-

ing.

5. Press the nonworking bulb gently into

the socket, turn counterclockwise and

remove.

6. Proceed in the reverse order to insert

the new bulb and attach the bulb holder.

Make sure that the bulb holder engages

in all fasteners.

6. Proceed in the reverse order to insert

With Union Jack

the new bulb and attach the bulb holder.

Follow the general instructions on lights

Make sure that the bulb holder engages

and bulbs, refer to page 273.

in all fasteners.

Bulb, reversing lights: P21W.

Central brake light and license plate

1. Opening trunk lid.

lights

2. Remove left or right cover.

Follow the general instructions on lights

and bulbs, refer to page 273.

The lights feature LED technology. In the

case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's

service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

Side turn signal, bulb replacement

Follow the general instructions on lights

and bulbs, refer to page 273.

3. Turn the bulb holder for the reversing

Bulbs:

light, arrow, counterclockwise and re-

move it.

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