Mini 2008 Cooper User Manual

Owner's ManualMINIMINI CLUBMANContentsA to ZOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG

Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG

Wheels and tires98MINI Cooper tire inflation pressuresTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Speeds up to amax. of 100 mph /160 km/hSpeeds incl

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 99MINI Cooper S tire inflation pressuresTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Speeds up to a

Wheels and tires100MINI Clubman Cooper tire inflation pressuresTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Speeds up to amax. of 100 mph /160 km/hSp

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 101MINI Clubman Cooper S tire inflation pressuresTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Speed

Wheels and tires102Tire codingKnowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires.Tire sizeSpeed

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 103meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher lev

Wheels and tires104ommends tire replacement after no more than 6 years, regardless of the actual wear of the tires.Run-Flat Tires*The symbol identifyi

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 105Recommended tire brandsFor each tire size, the manufacturer of your MINI recommends certain tire

Under the bonnet106Under the bonnetDo not work on the car unless you possess the necessary technical knowledge. If you are not familiar with the regul

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 107Important parts of the engine compartment1 Battery, under the cover 1282 Engine oil dipstick 1073

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Under the bonnet108Adding engine oilDo not add the maximum quantity of 1 US quart/1 liter of engine oil until the oil level has dropped to just above

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 1094. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill.5. Turn t

Maintenance110MaintenanceMINI Maintenance SystemThe MINI Maintenance System supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your MINI

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 111Exhaust emission valuesThe warning lamps come on. The exhaust emission values have turned poor an

Care112CareSuitable car-care productsUse the cleaning and car-care products available at your MINI Dealer.<Cleaning agents may contain hazardous or

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 113agents or steam jets. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.Chrome parts*Carefully clean ve

Replacing components114Replacing componentsOnboard tool kitYour vehicle comes with an onboard tool kit that varies with the equipment version; it is s

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 115Lamps and bulbsLamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety. They should, the

Replacing components116Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat-tach the cover.Be careful when installing the cover, oth-erwise leaks could occu

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 117Replacing a parking/roadside parking lamp bulb5 watt bulb, W 5 W1. Turn in the wheel.2. Remove co

Cockpit10CockpitAround the steering wheel: Controls and displays1 Adjusting the exterior mirrors, folding them in and out*332Parking lamps 66Low beams

Replacing components118MINI Clubman1 Brake lamp/tail lamp21 watt/5 watt bulb, W 5 W2 Turn signal lamp21 watt bulb, P 21 W3 Rear fog lamp* P 21 W4 Back

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 119The illustration shows the fog lamp in the bumper of the MINI Cooper.1. Screw out the bulb holder

Replacing components120> MINI Mobility System, refer to the following section> Run-Flat Tires, page 104> Tire change with space-saver spare t

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 1213. Unscrew the dust cap from the valve of the defective tire.4. Screw out the valve core with the

Replacing components122Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly bal-anced.Have the MINI Mobility System ref

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 1235. Squeeze the securing spring.6. The space-saver spare tire is released and must be held by the

Replacing components124Driving with the space-saver spare tireDrive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.You must expect changes in

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 1254. Screw at least two lug bolts finger-tight into opposite bolt holes.5. Screw in the remaining b

Replacing components126In the vehicle interiorOn the right side of the footwell.Opening the coverPress out at the recess.Online Edition for Part no. 0

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 127Giving and receiving assistanceRoadside AssistanceThe Roadside Assistance service is there to ass

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 116 Ignition lock 397 Buttons* on steering wheel8 Horn: the entire surface9 Adjusting the steering w

Giving and receiving assistance128Jump startingIf the car's own battery is flat, your MINI's engine can be started by connecting two jumper

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 129Tow-starting, towing awayObserve the applicable laws and regula-tions for tow-starting and towing

Giving and receiving assistance130The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 131Indicator and warning lampsIndicator and warning lamps can light up in var-ious combinations and

Indicator and warning lamps132Lights up briefly:Approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 l of fuel remain in the tankRemains on: Cruising range is no more than 30 mil

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 133Window washer fluid level too low Add washer fluid as soon as possible, page 46.Lights up in yell

Indicator and warning lamps134Indicator lamp 1 flashes:Engine malfunction under high load. High engine load will result in dam-age to the catalytic co

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 135Indication in Canadian modelsParking brake appliedIndication in US modelsLights up in red:Brake f

Indicator and warning lamps136Indication in US modelsVehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer.Indication*

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 137Suspension control system failed, refer also to page 59Driving stability limited during accel-era

Cockpit12Displays1 Tachometer 48with indicator and warning lamps 132 Display for> Clock 48> Outside temperature 48> Current vehicle speed 48&

Indicator and warning lamps138Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor*Light up in yellow and red:> Tire damageCarefully bring the car to a stop. Observe th

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 139Lights up in red:> Transmission limp-home pro-gram active with restricted range of gears, poss

Indicator and warning lamps140Selector lever position P not engaged. Ignition cannot be switched offEngage selector lever position P when you wish to

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 141Lights up in red:Service appointment overdue Arrange a service appointment.Check service requirem

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Technical data144Technical dataEngine dataMINI/MINI Clubman Cooper Cooper SDisplacement cu in/cmμ 97.5/1,598 97.5/1,598Number of cylinders 4 4Maxi

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 145DimensionsMINIAll dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 35 ft 2 in/10.7 m

Technical data146MINI ClubmanAll dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 36 ft/11 m. Figures following the semicolon: values tha

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 147WeightsMINIMINI COOPER MINI COOPER SCurb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras> M

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 13Indicator and warning lampsThe conceptIndicator and warning lamps can light up in var-ious combina

Technical data148MINI ClubmanNever exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.CapacitiesMINI/MINI ClubmanMINI COOPER MINI COOPE

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 149Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG

From A to Z150From A to ZIndexAAccessories, refer to Your individual vehicle 4Activated-charcoal filter for automatic climate control 75Additives– coo

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 151Belts, refer to Safety belts 33Belt tensioner, refer to Safety belts 33Beverage holders, refer to

From A to Z152Comfort area, refer to Around the center console 14Compartment for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 39Computer 49Condensation, ref

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 153Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation– door lock 22– fuel filler door 94– transmission l

From A to Z154Gearshift lever– automatic transmission with Steptronic 41– manual transmission 41General driving notes 84Glass sunroof, electric 27– co

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 155Lashing eyes, refer to Securing cargo 89LATCH child-restraint fixing system 37LEDs light-emitting

From A to Z156Oil level 107Old batteries, refer to Disposal 125Onboard tool kit 114Opening and closing– convenient access 26– from inside 22– from out

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 157RSC Runflat System Component, refer to Run-Flat Tires 104Rubber parts, care 113Runflat System Com

Cockpit14Around the center consoleOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG

From A to Z158Steptronic, refer to Automatic transmission with Steptronic 41Storage area– cargo bay 86Storage compartment, front passenger side 79Stor

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 159Transmission– automatic transmission with Steptronic 41– manual transmission 41– overriding selec

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Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 151 Microphone for voice command system* and for telephone in hands-free mode*2 Indicator/warning la

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Opening and closing18Opening and closingKeys/remote controlsRemote controlEach remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is recharged when i

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 19> Settings for the displays on the onboard monitor, in the speedometer and in the tachometer.&g

Opening and closing201. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 39.2. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "SET/IN

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 214. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed.5. Press

Opening and closing22> This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Any unauthorize

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 231. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 39.2. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator leve

Opening and closing24OpeningIn some national-market versions, the tail-gate/splitdoor cannot be unlocked using the remote control unless the vehicle i

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 25Arming and disarmingWhenever the car is locked or unlocked, the alarm system is armed or disarmed.

Opening and closing26Convenient access*Convenient access enables you to enter your vehicle without having to hold the remote con-trol in your hand. Al

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 27Switching on radio readinessSwitch on radio readiness by briefly pressing the start/stop button, p

COOPERCOOPER SCongratulations on your new MINIThis Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the

Opening and closing28Raising> Press the switch backward to the resistance point and hold it there.Both glass sunroofs are raised.Releasing the swit

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 29electric windows and possibly injure them-selves.<Pinch protection systemIf the closing force e

Adjustments30AdjustmentsSitting safelyThe ideal sitting position can make a vital contri-bution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con-junction with

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 31incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven, otherwise there is a d

Adjustments321. Pull up the lever on the seat backrest, arrow 1.The backrest folds forward.2. Move the seat forward by pushing on the backrest, arrow

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 33Seat heating*Switching onPress once for each temperature level. Three LEDs indicate the highest te

Adjustments34you on the basis of what you see in the mirror; otherwise there is an increased risk of an acci-dent.<1 Adjusting the left or right ex

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 353. Swing the lever back up.Do not use force to swing the lever back up, otherwise the mechanism wi

Transporting children safely36Transporting children safelyThe right place for chil-drenDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 373. Allow the safety belt strap to retract all the way.LATCH child-restraint fix-ing systemLATCH: L

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Transporting children safely385. Pull the retaining strap tight.Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 39DrivingIgnition lockInserting the key into the ignition lockInsert the key all the way into the ig

Driving40and death. Exhaust gases contain carbon mon-oxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with th

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 41In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be used to slow or stop the car, do not pull the

Driving42Overriding the selector lever lockPress the button on the front of the selector lever, arrow.P ParkSelect this only when the vehicle is stati

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 43> Pull one of the shift paddles.Transmission shifts up.> Push one of the shift paddles.Trans

Driving443. Press and hold the button until the display changes.4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displa

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 45Deactivate the rain sensor before entering an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in

Driving46Window washer nozzlesThe window washer nozzles are heated auto-matically* while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on.Rear win

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 47Activating1 Resuming cruise control2 Activating/deactivating cruise control3 Maintaining, storing

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 3ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a particu-lar topic or item is by using the index, r

Everything under control48Everything under controlOdometer, outside tem-perature display, clock1 Outside temperature display and clock or current spee

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 49Fuel gaugeFuel tank capacityYou can find information on refueling on page 94.If the tilt of the ve

Everything under control50Current fuel consumptionDisplays the current fuel consumption to allow you to see whether your current driving style is cond

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 516 Adjusting settings> Confirmation signals when locking and unlocking the vehicle 20> Respon

Everything under control524. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed.5. Press and hold the button until

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 53Service requirementsThe remaining driving distance and the date of the next scheduled service are

Everything under control54Possible displays1 Button for selecting information2 Engine oil3 Front brakes4 Rear brakes5 Vehicle check6 Roadworthiness te

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 553. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed.4. Press

Everything under control56What to do in case of a malfunctionThe meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal-function and tips on how to respond are li

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 57Technology for driving comfort and safetyPark Distance Control PDC*The conceptPDC assists you with

Notes4NotesUsing this Owner's Man-ualWe have tried to make all the information in this Owner's Manual easy to find. The fastest way to find

Technology for driving comfort and safety58Antilock Brake System ABSABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak-ing. Safe steering response is main

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 59Malfunction in the driving stability control systemsThe warning lamps come on. ASC or DSC is malfu

Technology for driving comfort and safety60In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction:> System has not been initialize

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 61distance for continued driving on the basis of the following guidelines:> With a light load: 1

Technology for driving comfort and safety62"ACTIVE" are displayed.The Tire Pressure Monitor can be reset using "RESET".5. Press an

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 63cause accidents. Do not continue driving and contact your MINI Dealer.<MalfunctionThe small war

Technology for driving comfort and safety64AirbagsThe following airbags are located under the marked covers:1 Front airbags2 Side airbags in backrests

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 65tions and handling instructions under Transport-ing children safely, page 36.The front and side ai

Lamps66LampsParking lamps/low beams0 Lamps off and daytime running lamps1 Parking lamps and daytime running lamps2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamp

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 67Setting the duration or deactivating the function1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 39.2. Br

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 5ics, requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods. Therefore, have the necessary work

Lamps684. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed.5. Press and hold the button until the display change

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 69Fog lamps*1 Fog lamps*2 Rear fog lamp*Press the respective switch to turn the lamps on/off.Fog lam

Lamps70Reading lamps*To switch the reading lamps on and off.Press the switch.Ambient lighting*The color of the ambient lighting can be changed.> Pr

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 71ClimateEquipment versionsDepending on your vehicle's equipment, your MINI contains an air con

Climate72Air conditioner1 Air flow rate2 Cooling function3 Recirculated-air mode4 Temperature5 Rear window defroster6 Air distribution7 Windshield hea

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 73Air distributionDirect the flow of air to the win-dows , to the upper body area or to the footwe

Climate74The air flow rate is lowered or switched off entirely to save on battery power. The display remains the same.Switching the system on/offReduc

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 75Defrosting windows and removing condensationQuickly removes ice and condensa-tion from the windshi

Practical interior accessories76Practical interior accessoriesIntegrated universal remote control*The conceptThe integrated universal remote control c

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 77The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held tran

Notes6Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.Reporting safety defectsFor US customersThe following app

Practical interior accessories78ClosingFold cover up.To prevent injury in the event of an acci-dent, close the glove compartment after use while the v

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 79To play audio tracks over the vehicle's loud-speaker system, connect the iPod to ports 1 and

Practical interior accessories80Cup holders and ash-tray*Cup holdersTwo cup holders are located in the front of the center console, another is in the

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 81Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG

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Things to remember when driving84Things to remember when drivingBreak-in periodMoving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. Please foll

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 85with the road surface, so that the car cannot be steered or braked properly.<The risk of hydrop

Things to remember when driving86Before driving into a car washAvoid car washes with tracks higher than 4 in/10 cm, otherwise the chassis could be dam

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 87In the MINI Clubman, remove the third head restraint if necessary, refer to Head restraints, Remov

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Things to remember when driving88exceed a maximum load of 55 lb/25 kg, other-wise damage may occur.<Raise the level load floor and fold it up towar

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 89Securing cargo> Secure smaller and lighter items using retaining or draw straps*.> Heavy-dut

Things to remember when driving90area of the tailgate; otherwise damage can occur.Fasten roof-mounted cargo correctly and securely to prevent it from

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 91Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 701 - © 11/07 BMW AG

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Refueling94RefuelingSwitch off the engine before refueling, otherwise fuel cannot be added to the tank and a message will be displayed.<Take all pr

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 95When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the fille

Wheels and tires96Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressuresInformation for your safetyIt is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving c

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 97umns for traveling speeds up to a maximum of 100 mph or 160 km/h.These tire inflation pressures ca