Mini 2003 Cooper User Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL MINI COOPERMINI COOPER S ba.book Seite 1 Montag, 5. August 2002 8:09 20ContentsA-ZOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 156 89

8 NOTES Installation and operation of non-MINI approved accessories such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension component

98MINI MAINTENANCE SYSTEMThe MINI Maintenance System has been designed as a reliable means of providing maximum driving and operating safety – and as

99OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCARING FOR YOUR VEHICLESuitable car-care productsUse the cleaning and car-care prod-ucts available at you

100CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLECare of special parts >Light-alloy wheels*:Use wheel cleaner especially during the winter months, but do not use any aggr

101OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE IMMOBILIZATIONLeather care The leather* used by the manufacturer of your

102OBD SOCKET The interface socket for onboard diagnos-tics is located on the driver's side, behind a cover located beneath the instrument panel.

103OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTECHNICAL MODIFICATIONS CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGAny MINI Dealer will be glad to inform you of t

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106ON-BOARD TOOL KIT WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADESStorage locationThe picture shows as an example tire change set with on-board tools for vehicles with the

107OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXLAMPS AND BULBSProceed carefully when handling lamps and bulbs. If you are not familiar with any of the

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108LAMPS AND BULBSTurn signal indicators, front 21 Watt bulb 1. Open the bonnet2. Reach into the opening for the turn sig-nal indicators from above3.

109OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXLAMPS AND BULBSTail lamps Rear lamp – 3: bulb 21/5 WattsOther bulbs: 21 Watts 1 Rear fog lamp – not acti

110LAMPS AND BULBSCenter high-mount brake lamp LED strip on the tailgate.Please contact a MINI Dealer in case of a malfunction.License plate lamps 5 W

111OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXLAMPS AND BULBSIlluminated vanity mirror Lamps in the vanity mirror in the sun visor.Please contact a MI

112REPAIRING A FLAT TIRE CHANGING TIRES – MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*Safety measures in the event of a flat tire: Stop the vehicle as far as pos

113OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCHANGING TIRES – MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*Removing the space-saver spare tireThe screw connectio

114CHANGING TIRES – MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*9. Pull out the space-saver spare tire towards the rear underneath the vehi-cle10. Position the s

115OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCHANGING TIRES – MINI WITH SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*2. Insert the jack head for jacking up in the square r

116FLAT TIRE– RUN FLAT TIRES*You will recognize Run Flat tires by a circu-lar symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire.Run Flat tires

117OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFLAT TIRE – RUN FLAT TIRES*Continuing driving with a damaged tireWith Run Flat tires, you can continue d

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118FLAT TIRE – MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*MINI Mobility SystemTo repair a flat tire you will find a MINI Mobility System in your MINI. With the help of this

119OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFLAT TIRE – MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*Preparing for tire repairBefore using the MINI Mobility Sys-tem read th

120FLAT TIRE – MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*Reinflating the tire1. Screw hose 1 with manometer onto the tire valve2. Connect plug 3 to the cigarette lighter s

121OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFLAT TIRE – MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*Checking tire inflation pressure1. After driving for 10 minutes:Screw h

122BATTERYLocation in the MINI COOPERThe battery is located in the engine com-partment.Exact location, see page 92.Location in the MINI COOPER SThe ba

123OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFUSESIf an electrical device fails, switch it off and check the fuse. Plastic tweezers that you can use

124WARNING TRIANGLE* FIRST-AID KIT* JUMP-STARTINGThe warning triangle is located beneath the luggage compartment cover.Comply with legal requirements

125OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXJUMP-STARTINGPreparing for jump-starting1. Check whether the battery of the sup-port vehicle has 12 Volt

126TOWINGFor towing, use either a tow bar or a nylon rope or nylon belts that prevent sudden jerking movements.Tow fittingThe screw-in tow fitting is

127OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTOWINGTow-startingIt is not possible to start the engine of a vehicle equipped with an automatic trans-m

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130ENGINE DATAMINI COOPER MINI COOPER SDisplacementNumber of cylinders cu in / cmµ 97.52 / 1,598497.52 / 1,5984Maximum outputat engine speed bhp / kWr

131OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXDIMENSIONSAll measuring units in inches / millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 35 ft / 10.66 m.ba.b

132WEIGHTS MINI COOPER MINI COOPER SCurb weightwith manual transmissionwith Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT)lbs / kglbs / kg2,526 /

133OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCAPACITIESNotesFuel tankReserve gal. / liters approx. 13.2 / 50approx. 2.1 / 8Fuel quality, see page 83W

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z136A ABS (Antilock Brake System) 16, 17, 83 Accessories 7, 99 Activated-charcoal filter 72 Adjusting backrest 35 steering wheel

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z137OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXsafety belts 100 upholstery material 99 wiper blades 100 wood parts 100 Cargo stow

12 COCKPIT 1 > Parking lamps/Low beams 52 > Turn signal indicators 52 > Standing lamps 52 > High beams 52 > Headlamp flasher 52 > C

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z138Defrosting windows 69, 72 air conditioning system 69 automatic climate control 72 Dimensions 131 Dimming interior mirror 39 D

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z139OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFuel gauge 58 Fuses 123 G Gas display, seeFuel gauge 58 Gasoline 83 Gear display 5

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z140turn signal indicators 108 xenon lamps 107 Lashing eyes 75 LATCH child seat fastening system 43 identification 43 Leather car

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z141OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXQ Quality grading, tire 88 R Radiator 96 Radio, see separate Owner's Manual R

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z142automatic climate control 71 engine coolant 59 high 81 layering 69, 72 outside temperature 61 tires 88 The right tires 89 Thi

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z143OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXWidth 131 Windows, convenience operation 25 Windshield heating air conditioning sy

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The oil volume between the two notches on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts / 1 liter.FuelDesignationAKI: Engine oil QualityTire infl

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13 OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX DISPLAY ELEMENTS 1 Tachometer 58with indicator and warning lamps, see from page 152 Display for the co

14 DISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM * 1 Tachometer 58with indicator and warning lamps, see from page 152 Additional indicator and warning lamp

15 OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS Technologythat monitors itself The system runs a check on the warning and

16 INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS Yellow: stop immediately Flat Tire Monitor ● Flashes: tire failure. Reduce speed immediately and stop the vehicle. Wi

17 OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS Yellow: check as soon as possible Flat Tire Monitor ● Stays lit: the syst

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18 INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS Green: for your information Turn signal indicatorsFlashes when turn signal indicator is on. Rapid flashing: the system

19 OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEEL * The control buttons integrated within the multifunction steering wheel

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22KEYSDepending on the how the vehicle is equipped, your MINI has up to four keys:1 Master key with remote control and bat-teryIf the battery is disch

23OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM OPENING AND CLOSING – FROM OUTSIDEThe conceptThe central locking system is ready f

24OPENING AND CLOSING – FROM OUTSIDE1 Unlocking and opening the tailgate2 Locking and securingIf the remote control does not react, the battery is dis

25OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXOPENING AND CLOSING – FROM OUTSIDETo turn off tilt alarm sensor* and interior protection* Press button 2

26OPENING AND CLOSING – FROM INSIDE With this switch, you operate the central locking system when the doors are closed. The doors and tailgate are unl

27OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTAILGATE To open from the outsidePress the button in the handle.The tailgate opens slightly.Opening with

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MINI This Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold

28ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWSTo open and close windowsFrom ignition key position 1:To open:Press the switch downwards.The window opens until you release th

29OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXSLIDING/TILT SUNROOF*To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the sliding/tilt sunroof and keep it

30SLIDING/TILT SUNROOF* ROLLER SUN BLIND*Manual opening and closingIn the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also operate the sliding/tilt su

31OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXALARM SYSTEM*The conceptThe alarm system reacts if:>A door, the bonnet or the tailgate is opened>Th

32ALARM SYSTEM*>Indicator lamp goes out when the sys-tem is disarmed: No tampering with your vehicle has been detected>Indicator lamp continues

33OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXSAFE SEATING POSITIONThe ideal seating position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free dr

34SEAT ADJUSTMENTImportant adjustment informationNever try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with an unexpected

35OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXSEAT ADJUSTMENT ENTRY TO THE REARLumbar support* You can adjust the contour of the backrest for additiona

36ENTRY TO THE REAR HEATED SEATS*2. Fold the backrest back to the home posi-tion to lock the seat.When returning the seat to the rear position, ensure

37OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXHEAD RESTRAINTSAdjusting the head restraintsTo raise: pull the head restraint upward.To lower: press the

CONTENTS 2 © 2002 Bayerische Motoren Werke AktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG,

38SAFETY BELTS STEERING WHEEL Drive with your safety belt onEven though there is an airbag, always fasten your seat belt before driving off, because a

39OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXMIRRORS Adjusting exterior mirrors1 Switch for choosing between the left and right mirror2 Switch for 4-w

40AIRBAGS 1 Side airbags in seatback on the driver and passenger side – front2 Head airbags on the driver and passen-ger sides for both rows of seats

41OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAIRBAGS TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELYIndicator lampThe indicator lamp on the instru-ment panel shows the a

42TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELYBoth seating positions are fitted with a head restraint. Lift the head restraint and pass the tether strap between the h

43OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELYChild seat securityAll of the rear belt retractors and the front passenger&ap

44VEHICLE MEMORY How the system functionsNo doubt you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could configure your vehicle's various

45OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXIGNITION LOCK 0 Steering locked 1 Steering unlocked2 Ignition switched on3 Starting the engine0 Steering

46STARTING THE ENGINE Do not allow the engine to warm up with the vehicle at a standstill. Move off imme-diately at a moderate engine speed.Do not all

47OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXSWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE PARKING BRAKE You should never remove the ignition key when the vehicle is in m

3 OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX Driving: Ignition lock 45Starting the engine 46Switching off the engine 47Parking brake 47Manual transm

48MANUAL TRANSMISSION The manual gearshift lever neutral plane lies in the gear plane of the 3rd / 4th gear.When shifting from each gear into Neutral,

49OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*You can drive with a continuously variable shifting CV

50CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*P ParkSelect "P" only when the vehicle is com-pletely stopped. The transmission locks t

51OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*Available displays P R N D SD 1 2 3 4 5 6 EPElectronic

52PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS SIGNAL/HEADLAMP FLASHER Switching on the parking lampsTurn to the first position. The front, rear and side vehicle lighting

53OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXINSTRUMENT LIGHTING FOG LAMPS INTERIOR LAMPS To control the instrument lighting, press the button.To in

54LIGHT-EMITTING DIODES WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light source for many of the

55OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXWASHER/WIPER SYSTEMNormal wiper speedThe wiper speed is automatically set to interval operation when the

56CRUISE CONTROL* Do not use cruise control on twisting roads, when high traffic density pre-vents driving at a constant speed, when the road surface

57OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCRUISE CONTROL*To cancel the cruise control When the system is activated, press button 2.The indicator la

CONTENTS 4 In the engine compartment: Bonnet 91Engine compartment – MINI COOPER 92Engine compartment – MINI COOPER S 93Washer fluid 94Engine oil 94Co

58ODOMETER TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE 1 Trip odometerTo set to zero:With ignition key in position 1, press the button until the trip odometer is at zero.2

59OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFUEL GAUGE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE In the navigation systemPlease also comply with the instruc-tions in

60SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY CLOCK COMPUTER*Remaining distance for serviceThe displays shown in the illustration appear for a few seconds when the igni

61OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCOMPUTER*Outside temperature If the vehicle is equipped with a tachome-ter, but not with a computer, the

62AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL PLUS TRACTION (ASC+T)*The conceptThis system optimizes vehicle stability and traction, especially when just starting off

63OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXDYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC)*The conceptThis system maintains driving stability even in critical drivi

64FLAT TIRE MONITORThe conceptThe tire inflation pressure is determined from the signals of the ABS sensors.The system provides an alert whenever the

65OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFLAT TIRE MONITORInitializing the systemOnly initialize the system if the inflation pressure has been cor

66PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)*The conceptThe PDC assists you when you back into a parking space. A signal tone tells you the current distance to an ob

67OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM*1 Air onto the windshield and onto the side windows 2 Air for the upper body area

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68AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM*Air supplyYou can select blower speeds from 1 to 4. Position 0: fan is turned off. The button for recir-culated air mode ful

69OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM*Draft-free ventilation Air supply for the upper body area:Button 1: air outlets c

70AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*1 Air onto the windshield and onto the side windows2 Air for the upper body area 723 Air for the front and rear footwells4

71OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*Automatic air distribution and supplyAutomatic program (AUTO): Indicator lamp l

72AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*Defrosting and demisting windowsPress the button briefly.The indicator lamp flashes.Ice and condensation are removed from

73OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXGLOVE COMPARTMENT ASHTRAY/BEVERAGE HOLDERLIGHTER/12 V POWER SUPPLYTo open:Pull the handle. The light goes

74CARGO AREA COVER FOLDABLE REAR BACKRESTWhen the tailgate is opened, the cargo area cover is also raised.Never place any heavy or hard objects on the

75OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXLOADING CARGOStowing cargo >Place heavy cargo as far forward as possi-ble – directly behind the backre

76LOADING CARGO ROOF-MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK* Always position and secure the load carefully. If you do not, it can endan-ger the passengers during brakin

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6About this Owner's Manual In compiling this Owner's Manual we have made every effort to furnish you with a convenient reference source aff

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80BREAK-IN PROCEDURESTo ensure that your vehicle provides maxi-mum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you comply with the followi

81OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXGENERAL DRIVING NOTES Parking the vehicleCondensation forms in the air conditioner system during operatio

82REFUELING Always switch off the engine before refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot be filled into the tank and the "Service Engine Soon"

83OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFUEL SPECIFICATIONS ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. Required fuel: &g

84BRAKE SYSTEMBrake fluid level If the brake fluid level is too low and brake pedal travel has become longer, there may be a defect in one of the brak

85OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTIRE INFLATION PRESSUREInformation for your safetyThe factory-approved radial tires are matched to the ve

86TIRE INFLATION PRESSUREModel TiresPressures specified in psi/kilopascalMINI COOPER175/65 R 15 30/210 30/210 35/240 35/240195/55 R 16205/45 R 1730/21

87OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTIRE CONDITION TIRE REPLACEMENTTire tread/tire damageInspect your tires frequently for tread wear, signs

7 OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX Editorial notice The manufacturer pursues a policy of con-tinuous, ongoing development that is con-ceiv

88TIRE REPLACEMENT Tread wearThe tread wear grade is a comparative rat-ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions

89OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXWHEEL AND TIRE COMBINATIONS WINTER TIRESThe right choiceThe factory-approved normal and Run Flat tires a

90WINTER TIRES SNOW CHAINS*Observing speedsNever exceed the maximum speed for which the tires are rated.Unprofessional attempts by laymen to ser-vice

91OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXBONNETDo not attempt to service your vehi-cle if you do not have the required technical background. Befor

92ENGINE COMPARTMENT – MINI COOPER1 Reservoir for windshield washer system 942 Coolant expansion tank 963 Engine oil filler neck 954 Battery 1225 Brak

93OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXENGINE COMPARTMENT – MINI COOPER S1 Reservoir for windshield washer system 942 Coolant expansion tank 963

94WASHER FLUID ENGINE OILHeadlamp* and windshield washer systemsThe capacity of the headlamp washer sys-tem is approx. 2.6 quarts / 2.5 liters, that o

95OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXENGINE OILThe oil volume between the two notches – MIN, MAX – on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1

96ENGINE OIL COOLANTAsk your authorized MINI Dealer for details concerning the specific MINI High Performance Synthetic Oil or syn-thetic oils which h

97OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCOOLANT BRAKE FLUIDTo add coolant MINI COOPER:1. Slowly open the cap by pulling at the tab to allow accum