heating MINI COOPER 2005 User Guide

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BRAKE SYSTEMBrake fluid levelIf the brake fluid level is too low and brake
pedal travel has become longer, there may
be a defect in one of the brake system's
hydraulic circuits.
Proceed to the nearest MINI Dealer. Higher brake application pressure
may be necessary under these conditions,
there may be a slight pull to one side, and
brake pedal travel may be longer. Please
remember to adapt your driving style
accordingly.<
Disc brakesWhen the vehicle is driven only occasion
-
ally, during extended periods when the
vehicle is not used at all, and in operating
conditions where brake applications are
less frequent, there is an increased ten
-
dency for corrosion of the brake rotors and
accumulation of contamination on the
brake pads. This occurs because the mini
-
mal pressure that must be exerted by the
pads to clean the rotors by brake applica
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tions is not reached. Corrosion on brake rotors is signaled by a
running or pulsation during braking; even
extended subsequent braking will not cure
this phenomenon.
It is a good idea to periodically dry the
brakes with a gentle application when driv
-
ing in rain and on wet roads.

Monitor traffic conditions to ensure that
this maneuver does not endanger other
road users. The resulting heat dries the
brake rotors and pads. Then if the braking
force is needed, it is immediately available.Driving downhill
To prevent overheating and the resulting reduced efficiency of the
brake system, drive down extended or
steep mountain gradients in the gear
which requires the least brake applications.
Otherwise, even light but consistent pedal
pressure can lead to high temperatures,
brake wear and possibly even brake fail
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ure.<The braking effect of the engine can be fur
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ther utilized by downshifting, to first gear if
necessary, in the manual mode of the auto
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matic transmission, refer to page
55. This
protects the brakes from excessive loads.
Do not coast with the clutch pedal pressed or with the transmission or
selector lever in Neutral. Do not coast with
the engine switched off. The engine pro
-
vides no braking effect when the transmis
-
sion is in Neutral, and there is no power-
assist for braking or steering when the
engine is switched off.

Make sure that there are no floor mats,
floor carpets or other objects in the vicinity
of the brake or accelerator pedal, as the
travel path of the pedals could otherwise
be impeded.<Brake padsBrake pad sensors in the left brake pads of
the front axle and in the right brake pads of
the rear axle monitor the brake pad condi
-
tion. When the brake pads reach the wear
limit, the brake wear warning lights up,
refer to page
18.
Use brake pads which the manufac
-
turer of your MINI has approved for
your particular vehicle model. The manu
-
facturer of your MINI cannot evaluate non-
approved brake pads to determine if they
are suitable for use, and therefore cannot
ensure the operating safety of the vehicle
in the event of their use.<
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Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel
gauge
63, 64
Gasoline, refer to Fuel
quality
94
Gear indicator, with
Continuously Variable
automatic Transmission
(CVT)
56
Gearshift lever

Continuously Variable
automatic Transmission
(CVT)
54
manual transmission
53
Gearshifts, with Continuously
Variable automatic
Transmission (CVT)
54
General driving notes
93
Glass sunroof, electric
33
convenience operation
27
opening and closing in the
event of an electrical
malfunction
34
remote control
26
Glove compartment
81
Gross weight, refer to
Weights
143
, 144

H Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake
53
Hazard warning flashers
12
Head airbags
72
Head restraints
43
Headlamp flasher
58
indicator lamp
19
Headlamp range control,
dynamic, xenon lamps
57
Headlamp washer
reservoir
108

capacity, refer to
Capacities
145

Headlamp washer system

cleaning headlamps
60
washer fluid
108

Headlamps

bulb replacement
122

care
114

Heated mirrors
46
Heated rear window

air conditioning system
76
automatic climate control
79
Heating
75
exterior mirrors
46
rear window
76, 79
seats
46
windshield
76, 79
Heavy load, refer to Loading
88
Height adjustment

seats
42
steering wheel
46
Height, refer to
Dimensions
141
, 142

High beams
58
bulb replacement
122

headlamp flasher
58
indicator lamp
19
High Performance Synthetic
Oil, refer to Engine oil
109

alternative oils
109

capacity
145

recommended oils
109

specified oils
109

Holders for beverages
81
Horn
12
Hot exhaust system
93
Hydraulic brake
96
Hydroplaning
93
I Ice warning
66
Ignition
51
Ignition key
24
Ignition lock
51
Illuminated vanity mirror
47
Imitation leather
114

Imprint
2
Index
148

Indicator and warning lamps,
overview
16
Indicator/warning lamp

Airbags
73
ASC
68
brakes
111

coolant temperature
64
DSC
69
fasten safety belts
45
Flat Tire Monitor
72
fog lamps
58
reserve fuel capacity
63, 64
Individual air distribution
80
Individual settings, refer to
Vehicle Memory
47
Inflation pressure monitor,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor
71
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure
97
Inspection
65
Instrument cluster, refer to
Display elements
13
Instrument lighting
58
Instrument panel, refer to
Cockpit
12
Integrated universal remote
control
83
Interior lamp, remote
control
26
Interior lamps
59
Interior rearview mirror
47
automatic dimming
47
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Mechanical keys, refer to Master keys
24
Memory, refer to Vehicle
Memory
47
Microfilter

air conditioning system
77
automatic climate control
80
MINI Maintenance System
112

MINI manufacturer
6
MINI Mobility System
129

compressor
130

liquid sealant
130

Mirrors
46
heating
46
Mobile telephone, refer to separate Owner’s Manual

Mobility System
129

Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety
7
Multifunction steering
wheel
20
Multifunction switch

turn signal indicator/
headlamp flasher
58
washer/wiper system
59
N Navigation system, refer to separate Owner&#39;s Manual

Neck restraints, refer to Head
restraints
43
New tires
102

Non-smoker&#39;s equipment
package, refer to Cigarette
lighter socket
82
Nylon rope, refer to Towing and
tow-starting
137

O OBD interface socket
113

Octane number, refer to Fuel
quality
94
Odometer
63
Oil
additives, refer to Adding
engine oil
109

alternative oil grades
109

approved engine oils
109

capacity
145

dipstick
108

Oil change intervals, refer to Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models

Oil consumption
109

Oil filter change
145

Oil level
108

indicator lamp
16
Oil pressure, indicator lamp
16
Oil service
65
Onboard computer
66
Onboard tool kit
120

MINI Mobility System
129

Run Flat tires
120

space-saver spare tire
125

Opening and closing

from inside
28
from outside
25
via remote control
26
via the door lock
27
Outlets, refer to
Ventilation
75, 78
Outside air
76
air conditioning system
76
Outside air mode, automatic
climate control
79
Outside temperature
display
66
changing units
66
in the onboard computer
66
P Paintwork care, refer to Vehicle
paintwork
114

Park Distance Control (PDC)
74
Parking

vehicle
93
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control (PDC)
74
Parking brake
53
warning lamp
17
Parking lamps
57
bulb replacement
122

Parking lamps/Low beams
57
Parking lock, refer to P
Parking
55
Parts and accessories, refer to
Your individual vehicle
6
PDC Park Distance Control
74
Plastic
114

Pollen, refer to

Microfilter
77
Microfilter/Activated-
charcoal filter
80
Power convertible top
35
Power failure
132

Power output, refer to Engine
data
140

Power supply, refer to Cigarette
lighter socket
82
Power windows
31
Pressure, tires
97
reinflation using MINI
Mobility System
130

Protective function, electric
glass sunroof
34
Pumping in liquid sealant
130

Q Quality grades, refer to
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading
99
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OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX
R Radiator, refer to Coolant
110

Radio, refer to separate Owner&#39;s Manual

Rain sensor
59
Range
66
Reading lamps
59
Rear backrest, foldable
85, 86
Rear fog lamp
58
bulb replacement
124

indicator lamp
58
Rear lamps, bulb
replacement
123

Rear seats, adjusting head
restraints
43
Rear shelf, refer to Luggage
compartment cover
85
Rear turn signal indicators, bulb
replacement
123

Rear window wiper
60
replacement
121

Rearview mirror
46
Recirculated air mode

air conditioning system
76
automatic climate control
79
Reclining seat, refer to Backrest
tilt
43
Refueling
94
fuel filler door
94
Remaining distance for
service
65
Remaining distance, refer to
Range
66
Remote control
25, 26
garage door opener
83
malfunction
27
Remote control key, refer to
Master keys with remote
control
24
Replacement key
24
Replacement of tires

changing tires
125

new wheels and tires
102

Reporting safety defects
9
Reserve indicator light, refer to
Fuel gauge
63, 64
Reservoir, washing
systems
108

Restraint systems

for children
48
refer to Safety belts
45
Retaining straps
88
Reverse

Continuously Variable
automatic Transmission
(CVT)
55
manual transmission
54
Roller sun blind
34
Roof load, refer to
Weights
143
, 144

Roof-mounted luggage rack
89
Rope, refer to Towing and Tow-
starting
137

RSC Runflat System
Component, refer to

Run Flat tires
101

Run Flat tires
101

tire failure
101

tire inflation pressure
98
tire replacement
102

winter tires
103

Runflat System Component
(RSC), refer to Run Flat
tires
101

Runflat Tyres, refer to Run Flat
tires
101

S Safety belt height
adjustment
45
Safety belts
45
care
115

height adjustment
45
indicator lamp
17, 45
safe seating position
41
Safety lock buttons, doors,

refer to Locking
28
Safety systems, refer to

Airbags
72
All Season traction Control
(ASC)
68
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)
70
Brake system
70
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)
69
Safety tires, refer to

Run Flat tires
101

Screwdriver, refer to Onboard
tool kit
120

Seat adjustment
42
Seat heating
46
Seat-belt tensioner, refer to
Safety belts
45
Seats

heating
46
safe seating position
41
Securing loads, refer to Loading
cargo
86
Securing the load
88
Securing the vehicle

from inside
28
from outside
26
Selector lever positions,
Continuously Variable
automatic Transmission
(CVT)
54
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Valve

core
129

dust cap
127

remover
129

spare
129

Valve remover, refer to
Onboard tool kit
129

Valve stem and replacement
valve, refer to Onboard tool
kit
129

Vehicle

battery
132

break-in procedures
92
care
113

dimensions
141

loading cargo
86
parking
93
storage
116

washing
113

weight
143
, 144

Vehicle battery
132

Vehicle identification number,
refer to
Engine
compartment
106
, 107

Vehicle Memory
47
Ventilation, draft-free
77, 80
Ventilation, refer to Draft-free
ventilation
77, 80
Viscosity
109

Volume

luggage
compartment
143
, 144

W Warning and indicator
lamps
16
Washer fluid
108

Washer fluid reservoir,
capacity
145

Washer fluid reservoir, refer to
Washer/Wiper system
108

Washer systems
108

Washer/wiper system
59
Washing your vehicle
113

Water on roadways, deep
water
93
Wear indicators in the tires,
refer to Tire condition
101

Weights
143
, 144

Wheel stud wrench

MINI Mobility System
129

space-saver spare tire
125

Wheel/tire combination
102

Wheelbase, refer to
Dimensions
141
, 142

Wheels and tires
102

Wheelslip control

All Season traction Control
(ASC)
68
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)
69
Width, refer to Dimensions
141

Wind deflector
39
Window washer reservoir
108

capacity, refer to
Capacities
145

Window washer system

washer fluid
108

washer/wiper system
59
Windows, convenience
operation
26, 27
Windscreen wipers

replacement
120
, 121

Windshield heating

air conditioning system
76
automatic climate control
79
Windshield washer jets
60
Windshield wiper blades

care
115

replacement
120
, 121

Windshield wipers

intermittent operation
59
Windshield wipers, refer to
Washer/wiper system
59
Windshield, cleaning
60
Winter tires
103

changing
127

condition
100

Run Flat tires
103

storage
103

Wood paneling
115

Work in the engine
compartment
105

Wrench, refer to Onboard tool
kit
120

X Xenon lamps

bulb replacement
122

daytime driving lamps
57
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