MINI Convertible 2018 Owner's Manual

OWNER'S
MANUAL.
MINI
CONVERTIBLE.
Contents A-ZOnline Edition for Part no. 01402983394 - X/17

MINIOwner's
Manual
for
the
vehicleThank you for choosing a MINI.
The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest:
Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new MINI.Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con~tains important information on vehicle operation that will help
you make full use of the technical features available in your
MINI. The manual also contains information designed to en~
hance operating reliability and road safety, and to contribute to maintaining the value of your MINI.
Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in
the appendix of the printed Owner's Manual for the vehicle.
Get started now. We wish you driving fun and inspiration withyour MINI.
Online Edition for Part no. 01402983394 - X/17

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ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic~
ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to page 260.
The topics of Navigation, Entertainment, and
Communication can be called up via the follow~ ing Owner's Manuals: Integrated Owner'sManual in the vehicle, Online Owner's Manual,
MINI Driver's Guide app.6Information
AT
A
GLANCE
16Cockpit20Central Information Display (CID)28Voice activation system31Owner's Manual media
CONTROLS
38Opening and closing59Settings68Transporting children safely72Driving93Displays111Lights117Safety137Driving stability control systems142Driving comfort160Climate control168Interior equipment175Storage compartments178Cargo area
DRIVING
TIPS
184Things to remember when driving189Saving fuelMOBILITY198Refueling200Fuel202Wheels and tires221Engine compartment223Engine oil227Coolant229Maintenance231Replacing components242Breakdown assistance248Care
REFERENCE
256Technical data259Appendix260Everything from A to Z
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InformationUsing
this
Owner's
Manual
Orientation The fastest way to find information on a partic~
ular topic is by using the index.
An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in
the first chapter.
Updates
made
after
the
editorial
deadline
Due to updates after the editorial deadline, dif~
ferences may exist between the printed Own~
er's Manual and the following Owner's Man~
uals:'

Symbols
and
displays
Symbols
in
the
Owner's
ManualSymbolMeaning Precautions that must be followed. To
avoid the possibility of personal injury
and serious damage to the vehicle.'

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tain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro~ductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and re~lated accessories contain lead and lead com~
pounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used
engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect
your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and
water.
Service
and
warranty
We recommend that you read this publication
thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the fol~
lowing warranties:'

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