service indicator MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE 2008 Owners Manual

CONTENTS
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© 2007 Bayerische Motoren Werke
Aktiengesellschaft
Munich, Germany
Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the
written consent of BMW AG, Munich.
Order No. 01 41 0 014 845
US English VIII/07
Printed in Germany
Printed on environmentally friendly paper,
bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.NOTES About this Owner's Manual 6
Additional sources of information 6
Symbols used 6
Your individual vehicle 6
Editorial notice 7
For your own safety 7
Symbol on vehicle parts 8
Service and warranty 8
Reporting safety defects 9
OVERVIEWCockpit 12
Display elements 13
Display elements with navigation system
or Cockpit Chrono Pack14
Indicator and warning lamps 16
Multifunction steering wheel20
CONTROLSOpening and closing:
Keys 24
Central locking system 24
Opening and closing: from outside 25
Opening and closing: from inside 28
Tailgate 29
Electric power windows 31
Glass sunroof, electric33
Roller sun blind34
Convertible top with integrated sliding
sunroof 35
Wind deflector39
Adjustments:
Safe seating position 42
Seat adjustment 43
Head restraints 44
Entry to the rear 45
Safety belts 46
Seat heating47
Steering wheel 47
Mirrors 48
Vehicle Memory 49
Transporting children safely 50

3OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX
Driving:
Ignition lock 53
Starting the engine 53
Switching off the engine 54
Parking brake 54
Manual transmission 55
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic56
Parking lamps/Low beams 60
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
flasher 61
Instrument lighting 62
Fog lamps 62
Interior lamps 62
Washer/wiper system 63
Washer fluid64
Cruise control65
Everything under control:
Odometer 67
Clock 67
Fuel gauge 67
Coolant temperature gauge 68
Tachometer 69
Service interval display 69
Onboard computer70Technology for safety and driving
convenience:
Driving stability control systems72
Flat Tire Monitor 74
Tire Pressure Monitor76
Airbags 79
Park Distance Control (PDC)81
Controlling the climate for pleasant
driving:
Air conditioning system82
Automatic climate control85
Interior conveniences:
Glove compartment 88
Center armrest89
Drinks holders, ashtray 89
Cigarette lighter, 12 V power supply 90
Integrated universal remote control91
Loading and transporting cargo:
Luggage compartment in the MINI 93
Luggage compartment in the MINI
Convertible 94
Loading cargo 95
Roof-mounted luggage rack98
OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCESpecial operating instructions:
Break-in procedures 102
General driving notes 102
Refueling105
Wheels and tires:
Tire inflation pressure 108
Tire coding 112
Tire condition 113
Run-Flat Tires115
New wheels and tires 116
Snow chains117

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OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX
1Tachometer69
with indicator and warning lamps,
page16ff
2 Display for onboard computer70
without onboard computer:
Display of outside temperature and cur-
rent speed
3 Speedometer with indicator and warn-
ing lamps, page16 ff4Indicator for
>Odometer67
>Trip odometer67
>Service interval69
>Program indicator for automatic
transmission with Steptronic57
>Clock
5 Trip odometer, reset to zero67
Setting the clock676 Fuel gauge68
7 Engine coolant temperature gauge68DISPLAY ELEMENTS

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1Tachometer69
with indicator and warning lamps,
page16ff
2 Display for onboard computer3 Speedometer with indicator and warn-
ing lamps, page16 ff
4 Trip odometer, reset to zero67
Setting the clock675Indicator for
>Odometer67
>Trip odometer67
>Service interval69
>Program indicator for automatic
transmission with Steptronic57
>ClockDISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM
* OR COCKPIT CHRONO PACK
*

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OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATIONCONTROLS DATA INDEX
AIRBAGSThe following airbags are located under the
marked covers:MINI1 Side airbags in the backrests
2 Head airbags
3 Front airbags MINI Convertible1 Side/head airbags in the backrests
3 Front airbags Protective effect
Comply with the instructions on
page42, or the occupants' personal
safety will be diminished.<
The front airbags supplement the safety
belts by providing additional protection for
the driver and front passenger in the event
of a frontal collision in which the protec-
tion afforded by the belts alone may no
longer be sufficient. When needed, the
head and side airbags help to furnish pro-
tection in the event of side impact. Each of
the side airbags is designed to help support
the seat occupant&#39;s upper body. The corre-
sponding side/head airbag in the MINI Con-
vertible or the head airbag in the MINI sup-
ports the head.
The airbags are designed to not be trig-
gered in certain types of collisions, e.g. not
in minor accidents or rear impacts.
For information on the ideal seating posi-
tion, refer to page42.
Do not apply adhesive materials to
the cover panels of the airbags, cover
them or modify them in any other way. Do
not fit covers, cushions or other items to
the front seats that have not been specially
approved for seats with integrated side air-
bags. Do not hang clothing, e. g. jackets,
over the backrests.
Do not attempt to remove the airbag
restraint system from the vehicle. Do not
touch the individual components directly
after the system has been triggered; other-
wise there is a danger of burns. In the event
of malfunctions, deactivation or deploy-
ment of the airbag restraint system, have
the system checked, repaired or disassem-
bled only by a MINI Dealer or a workshop
with specially trained personnel working in
accordance with the specifications of the
MINI manufacturer and having the neces-
sary permits for handling explosive devices.
Unprofessional attempts to service the sys-
tem could lead to failure in an emergency
or undesired airbag activation, either of
which could result in personal injury.<
Warning notices and information regard-
ing airbags can also be found on the sun
visors.Automatic deactivation of the front
passenger airbagsAn analysis of the impression in the front
passenger seat cushion determines
whether and how the seat is occupied. The
system correspondingly activates or deacti-
vates the front and side airbags for the
front passenger.
The indicator lamp above the interior
rearview mirror shows the current
status of the front passenger airbags, deac-

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LAMPS AND BULBS1Low beamsH7 bulb, 55 watts2High beams H7 bulb, 55 watts
The H7 bulb is pressurized. Therefore,
wear safety glasses and protective
gloves. If the lamp is damaged there is a
risk of injury.<
For checking and adjusting headlamp
aim, please contact your MINI
Dealer.<Replacing bulbsThe headlamps are integrated into the bon-
net.
1. Gently pull the retaining wire of the
headlamp cover and guide it outwards
2. Fold down the headlamp cover
3. Disconnect the cable connector from the
bulb socket and pull out the bulb
4. Place the bulb holder on the lower edge
of the mounting and press it in until it
engages in the bulb socket
5. Reconnect the cable connector and
install the headlamp cover again.Xenon lamps*The service life of these bulbs is very long
and the probability of a failure is very low,
provided that they are not switched on and
off an unusual number of times. If one of
these bulbs should nevertheless fail, it is
possible to continue driving with great cau-
tion using the fog lamps, provided traffic
laws in your area do not prohibit this.
Have any work on the xenon lamp
system, including bulb replacement,
carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a work-
shop that has specially trained personnel
working in accordance with the specifica-
tions of the MINI manufacturer. Due to
high voltage, there is a risk of fatal injury if
work on the xenon lamps is carried out
improperly.<
Turn signal indicators, front 21 watt bulb
1. Open the bonnet
2. Reach into the opening for the turn sig-
nal indicators from above
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb holder
while turning it to the left
4. Remove and replace the bulb.Parking lamps and standing lamps5watt bulb
The parking lamps and standing lamps are
integrated in the lamp housing of the turn
signal indicator.
1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull
out
2. Remove and replace the bulb.

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
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OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX
I
Ice warning, refer to Outside
temperature warning70
Ignition53
Ignition key24
Ignition key positions, refer to
Ignition lock53
Ignition lock53
Illuminated vanity mirror48
Imitation leather127
Imprint2
Index160
Indicator/warning lamp
airbags80
ASC73
brakes124
coolant temperature68
DSC73
fasten safety belts46
Flat Tire Monitor75
fog lamps62
reserve fuel capacity67
,68
Indicator and warning lamps
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM77
Indicator and warning lamps,
overview16
Individual air distribution87
Individual settings, refer to
Vehicle Memory49Inflation pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure108
Inflation pressure monitor,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor74
Inflation pressure monitoring,
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM76
Inspection69
Instrument cluster, refer to
Display elements13
Instrument lighting62
Instrument panel, refer to
Cockpit12
Integrated universal remote
control91
Interior lamp, remote
control26
Interior lamps62
Interior rearview mirror48
automatic dimming102
Interlock, refer to Steering
locked53
Intermittent operation of the
wipers63
Interval
display, service125
J
Jack137
,141
points140Jack, refer to Tire change set
MINI Mobility System141
Run-Flat Tires115
space-saver spare tire137
Jacking points140
Jets, refer to Ventilation84
,87
Jets, refer to Windshield
washer jets64
John Cooper Works Kit152
Jump-starting146
K
Keys24
Kickdown57
Knock control105
L
Lamp defect133
Lamp replacement, refer to
Lamps and bulbs133
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/
Low beams60
Lamps and bulbs133
Lashing eyelets, refer to
Securing the load97
LATCH child-restraint fixing
system52
Leather care128
LEDs light-emitting diodes136
Length, refer to
Dimensions153
,154License plate lamp, bulb
replacement136
Lifting handle, space-saver
spare tire137
Light-alloy wheels, care127
Light-emitting diodes
(LEDs)136
Lighter90
Lighting
lamps and bulbs133
Lighting of the instruments62
Lights on warning61
Light switch60
Loading
securing cargo97
stowing cargo97
Loading the vehicle95
Loads, refer to Loading cargo95
Load securing devices, refer to
Securing the load97
Locking
from inside28
from outside26
Locking/unlocking the vehicle,
acknowledgment
signals26
,27
Low beams60
bulb replacement134
Lower back support, refer to
Lumbar support44

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Luggage compartment
cover93
emergency operation, refer
to Manual release30
expanding93
lid, refer to Tailgate29
opening/closing, refer to
Tailgate29
opening from the outside29
opening with the remote
control26
volume155
,156
Luggage compartment in the
MINI93
Luggage compartment lid
emergency operation, refer
to Manual release30
opening with the remote
control26
Luggage compartment lid, refer
to Tailgate29
Luggage compartment net97
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack98
Lumbar support44
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires117Maintenance, refer to Service
and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models,
Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian
models125
Maintenance system125
Malfunction
automatic transmission with
Steptronic58
convertible top37
door lock27
fuel filler door106
,107
glass sunroof, electric34
tailgate30
tire116
Manual air distribution83
Manual operation
door lock27
driver&#39;s door27
fuel filler door106,107
glass sunroof, electric34
power convertible top37
tailgate30
transmission lock, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic56
Manual transmission55
Master keys with remote
control24
Maximum cooling86Maximum speed, with winter
tires117
MC operation, refer to
Owner&#39;s Manual for Radio
Mechanical keys, refer to
Master keys24
Memory, refer to Vehicle
Memory49
Microfilter
air conditioning system84
automatic climate control87
MINI homepage6
MINI Maintenance System125
MINI manufacturer6
MINI Mobility System141
compressor142
liquid sealant142
Mirrors48
exterior48
heating48
interior rearview48
Mobile telephone, refer to
separate Owner&#39;s Manual
Mobility System141
Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety7
Multifunction steering
wheel20Multifunction switch
turn signal indicator/
headlamp flasher61
washer/wiper system63
N
Navigation system, refer to
separate Owner&#39;s Manual
Neck restraints, refer to Head
restraints44
New tires116
Non-smoker&#39;s equipment
package, refer to Cigarette
lighter socket90
Nylon rope, refer to Towing and
tow-starting148
O
OBD interface socket126
Octane number, refer to Fuel
quality105
Odometer67
Oil
additives, refer to Adding
engine oil122
dipstick121

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
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OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX
Oil change intervals, refer to
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models, Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Oil consumption121
Oil level121
indicator lamp16
Oil pressure, indicator lamp16
Oil service69
Onboard computer70
Onboard tool kit132
MINI Mobility System141
Run-Flat Tires132
space-saver spare tire137
Opening and closing
from inside28
from outside25
via remote control26
via the door lock27
Outlets, refer to
Ventilation82
,85
Outside air83
air conditioning system83
Outside air mode, automatic
climate control86
Outside temperature
display70
changing units70
in the onboard computer70Outside temperature
warning70
Overriding the selector lever
lock59
P
Paintwork care, refer to Vehicle
paintwork127
Park Distance Control (PDC)81
Parking
the vehicle104
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control (PDC)81
Parking brake54
warning lamp17
Parking lamps60
bulb replacement134
Parking lamps/Low beams60
Parking lock, refer to
PParking56
Parts and accessories, refer to
Your individual vehicle6
Pathway lighting60
PDC Park Distance Control81
Pinch protection system,
glass sunroof, electric34
Plastic127
Pollen, refer to
Microfilter84
Microfilter/Activated-
charcoal filter87Power convertible top35
Power failure144
Power output, refer to Engine
data152
Power supply, refer to Cigarette
lighter socket90
Power windows31
Pressure, tires108
reinflation using MINI
Mobility System142
Pressure monitoring of tires,
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM76
Protective function, electric
glass sunroof34
Pumping in liquid sealant142
Q
Quality grades, refer to
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading112
R
Radiator, refer to Coolant122
Radio, refer to separate
Owner&#39;s Manual
Rain sensor
63
Range70
Reading lamps63
Rear backrest, foldable93
,94Rear fog lamp62
bulb replacement136
indicator lamp62
Rear lamps, bulb
replacement135
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps135
Rear seats, adjusting head
restraints44
Rear shelf, refer to Luggage
compartment cover93
Rear turn signal indicators, bulb
replacement135
Rearview mirror48
Rear window wiper64
,65
replacement133
Recirculated air mode
air conditioning system83
automatic climate control86
Reclining seat, refer to Backrest
tilt44
Refueling105
fuel filler door105
Remaining distance, refer to
Range70
Remaining distance for
service69
Remote control25
,26
garage door opener91
malfunction27

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
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Remote control key, refer to
Master keys with remote
control24
Replacement key24
Replacement of tires
changing tires137
new wheels and tires116
Reporting safety defects9
Reserve indicator light, refer to
Fuel gauge67
,68
Reservoir, washing systems64
Reservoir for washer fluid64
Restraint systems
for children50
refer to Safety belts46
Retaining straps97
Reverse
automatic transmission with
Steptronic56
manual transmission55
Rod antenna127
Roller sun blind34
Roof load, refer to
Weights155,156
Roof-mounted luggage rack98
Rope, refer to Towing and Tow-
starting148
RSC Runflat System
Component, refer to
Run-Flat Tires115Runflat System Component
RSC, refer to Run-Flat
Tires115
Run-Flat Tires115
puncture114
replacing116
tire inflation pressure109
winter tires116
S
Safety belt height
adjustment46
Safety belts46
care128
height adjustment46
indicator lamp17
,46
reminder46
safe seating position42
Safety lock buttons, doors,
refer to Locking28
Safety systems, refer to
Airbags79
All Season traction Control
(ASC)72
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)72
Brake system72
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)72
Safety tires, refer to
Run-Flat Tires115Seat adjustment43
Seat-belt tensioner, refer to
Safety belts47
Seat heating47
Seats
heating47
safe seating position42
Securing loads, refer to Loading
cargo95
Securing the load97
Securing the vehicle
from inside28
from outside26
Selector lever, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic56
Selector lever positions,
automatic transmission with
Steptronic56
Selector lever shiftlock, refer to
Shiftlock56
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models, Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models125
Service interval display69
,125
Shifting gears in the automatic
transmission with
Steptronic58Shiftlock, refer to Range
selection56
Shift paddles58
Side airbags79
Side turn signal indicators, bulb
replacement135
Signal horn, refer to Horn12
Sitting safely42
with airbags42
with head restraints42
with safety belt42
Slipstream deflector, refer to
Wind deflector39
Smoker&#39;s equipment package,
refer to Ashtray89
Snow chains117
Socket 12 V90
Socket for
onboard diagnostics126
Socket in the luggage
compartment90
Space-saver spare tire
changing tires137
inflation pressure109
Spare key24
Spare tire, refer to Space-saver
spare tire137
Special oils, refer to Specified
engine oils122
Special wash program126
Specified oils122