belt MINI Countryman 2013 User Guide

Technology for driving comfort and safetyCONTROLS
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installing a child seat, check that the indica-
tor lamp for the front passenger airbags
lights up. It indicates that the child seat has
been detected and that the front passenger
airbags are deactivated.<
> The indicator lamp does not come on as long
as a person of sufficient size and in a correct
sitting position is detected on the seat.
The front, side, and knee airbags for the
front passenger are activated.
Operational readiness of airbag system
As of radio readiness, page 50, the warning
lamp lights up briefly to indicate that the entire
airbag system and the belt tensioners are oper-
ational.
Airbag system malfunction
> The warning lamp does not come on when
radio readiness is switched on.
> The warning lamp stays lit continuously.
In the event of a fault in the airbag system,
have it checked without delay; otherwise,
there is the risk that the system will not function
as intended even if a severe accident occurs. <

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Things to remember when drivingDRIVING TIPS
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MINI Paceman:
MINI Countryman: rear seat backrest
Before folding down the rear seat back-
rests, make sure that the range of motion
for the backrests is unobstructed. Particularly
with a folded down midd le section, make sure
that there is no one within the range of motion
of the backrest and that no one reaches into that
region. Otherwise, injury or damage can
result. <
To ensure that the safety systems con-
tinue to provide optimized protection,
observe the safety belt information on
page 42.<
5-seater: the rear seat ba ck is divided in the fol-
lowing proportions: 40-20-40.
When the outer rear seat backs are folded
down, no one may sit in the middle posi-
tion. <
If necessary, remove the third head restraint,
refer to Removing head restraints, page 41.
Open the center belt and insert in the take-up
on the headliner, see page 43.
Expand the cargo area by raising the rear seat
backrests to a steeper angle.
The backrests can be adjusted as needed in
10 stages between a comfort position and a
transport position or can be folded down.
In the comfort position, the backrests are as far
back as possible; in the transport position, they
are in an approximatel y vertical position.
Before installing a ch ild restraint system,
observe the instructio ns starting on page46. 1.
Hold on to the backrest near the top, for
example on the headrest, and pull on the
loop, arrow.
2. Lock backrest in the de sired position or fold
down.
Folding the backrests back into position
When folding the backre st, make sure that
the lock properly engages. Otherwise, for
example during braking and avoidance maneu-
vers, cargo can be thrown into the interior and
endanger the occupants. <
If the rear seat backrests are positioned at
a steeper angle, do not install child
restraint systems in the rear of the vehicle as
their protective featur es may be ineffective.<
When backrests are folded back from the
folded-down position, they lock in the transport
position.
To set the desired backrest angle or a comfort-
able position, pull the lo op forward and adjust
the backrest.
MINI Paceman: rear seat backrest
Before folding down the rear seat back-
rests, make sure that the range of motion
for the backrests is unobstructed; otherwise,
injury or dama ge can result.<

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4.The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
For example, if the XXX amount equals
1,400 lbs and there will be four 150 lb- pas-
sengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail-
able cargo and luggage load capacity is
650 lbs:
1,400 lbs minus 750 lbs = 650 lbs.
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That
weight may not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity calculated
in step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, part of
the load from your trail er will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult the manual for
transporting a trailer to determine how this
may reduce the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
Load
4-seater:
5-seater: The permissible load is the sum of the occu-
pants' weights and the weight of the cargo. The
greater the weight of the occupants, the less
cargo/luggage can be transported.
Stowing cargo
>
Position heavy objects as low and as far for-
ward as possible, ideally directly behind the
rear seat backrests.
> Cover sharp edges and corners.
> For very heavy cargo wh en the rear seat is
not occupied, secure each safety belt in the
respective opposite buckle.
> Do not stack higher than the top edge of the
backrests.
> Use the cargo net, refer to page 109. Ensure
that no objects can penetrate through the
net.
MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:

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On/off and toneEntertainment
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Adjusting volume
Turn the knob to the desired volume.
The volume can also be adjusted on the steering
wheel, refer to page10.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use; refer to Personal Profile, page 26.
Setting tone controls
Various tone settings can be changed, e.g. treble
and bass or the speed-dependent volume con-
trol.
The tone settings are set for all audio sources at
once.
The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use; refer to Personal Profile,
page 26.
Treble, bass, balance, fader
> "Treble": treble adjustment.
> "Bass": bass adjustment.
> "Balance": volume distribution right/left.
> "Fader": volume distribution front/back.
Adjustments
1."CD/Multimedia", "Rad io" or "Settings".
2. "Tone"
3. Select the desired tone setting.
4. To adjust: turn the MINI joystick.
5. To store: press the MINI joystick.
Volume levels
>"Speed volume": vo lume is adapted
depending on the speed
> "PDC": volume of the PDC acoustic signal
relative to the entertainment sound output
> "Gong": volume of the acoustic signal, e.g.
for the acoustic Safety Belt Reminder rela-
tive to the entertainment sound output
Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth
> "Microphone": volume of the microphone
during a phone conversation.
> "Loudspeak.": volume of the speaker during
a phone conversation.

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MOBILITYWheels and tires
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Tire identification marks
Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire
makes it easier to identify and choose the right
tires.
Tire size
Speed letter
Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h
Tire Identification Number
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the
US Department of Transportation.
DOT code:
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Tread wear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades
Tread wear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition
to these grades. <
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half (1 γ) times as
well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditio ns of their use, how-
ever, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C.
These grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement, as measured under con-
trolled conditions on sp ecified government test
surfaces of asphalt and co ncrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not incl ude acceleration, corner-
ing, hydroplaning, or pe ak traction characteris-
tics. <
Temperature
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor labo ratory test wheel. Sus-
tained high temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
e.g.
Nominal width in mm
Aspect ratio in Ξ
Radial belt construction
Rim diameter in inches
Load rating,
(not on ZR tires)
Speed code letter,
(before the R on ZR tires)
225/45 R 17 91 V
For instance:
Manufacturer's code
for tire make
tire size and
tire design
Tire ageDOT xxxx xxx 1012

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CareMOBILITY
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tened again after they have been removed, e.g.
for cleaning.<
Floor mats can be removed to be cleaned.
If the carpets are very dirty, clean with a microfi-
ber cloth and water or an interior cleaner. When
doing so, rub forward and back in the driving
direction; otherwise, the carpet may become
matted.
Interior plastic parts
These include:
> Plastic surfaces
> Lamp glass
> Display panes
> Mat parts
Only clean with water and, if necessary, solvent-
free plastic cleaners. Do not use solvents such as alcohol, lac-
quer thinner, cold clea ners, fuel, or similar,
as these will damage the surfaces. <
Decorative strips
Only clean decorative strips and fine wood parts
with damp cloths. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Do not clean chemically, as this may
destroy the webbing. <
Displays
To clean displays, such as the radio or display
elements, use an anti-static microfiber cloth.
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning
the display as this can cause damage. <
Do not use chemical or abrasive house-
hold cleaning agents. Keep fluids of any
kind away from the device . Surfaces or electrical
components may otherwise become corroded
or damaged. <
CD/DVD drives
Do not use cleaning CDs as this could
damage parts of the drive. <
Vehicle storage
If you park your vehicle longer than three
months, ask your MINI dealer to advise you.

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Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
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B
Background lighting, refer to
Ambient lighting 87
Backrests, refer to Seats 39
Backup lamps
– replacing bulb 228
Band-aids, refer to First aid pouch 236
Bar, refer to Tow-starting,
towing away 239
Base plate for telephone or mobile phone
– refer to Snap-in adapter 185
Bass sounds, refer to Tone control 141
Battery 233
– disposal 35,234
– jump-starting 236
– temporary power failure 234
Battery renewal
– remote control 35
Being towed 238
Belts, refer to Safety belts 42
Belt tensioner, refer to Safety
belts 42
Beverage holders, refer to Cupholders 100
Black ice, refer to External temperature warning 61
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 88,90
Bluetooth, activating/
deactivating 165,175
Bluetooth audio 157
– device pairing 158
– disconnecting an audio connection 160
– playback 159
– unpairing device 160
– what to do if... 160
Bottle holders, refer to
Cupholders 100
Brake Assist 72
Brake fluid, refer to Service
requirements 64 Brake lamps
– replacing bulbs
228
Brake pads, breaking in 104
Brake rotors 106
– brakes 104
– breaking in 104
Brakes
– ABS 72
– breaking in 104
– MINI Maintenance
System 218
– parking brake 52
– service requirements 64
Brakes, refer to Braking safely 105
Br ake system
104
– breaki ng

in104
– disc brakes 106
– MINI Maintenance
System 218
Breakdown service, refer to Roadside Assistance 236
Breaking in the clutch 104
Break-in period 104
Brightness of Control
Display 70
Bulb changing, refer to Lamps and bulbs 224
Button for starting the engine 50
Buttons on the steering wheel 11
C
Calendar 191
– displaying appointment 191
– selecting calendar day 191
California Proposition 65
warning 5
Call
– ending 168,180
– muting the microphone 181
Calling, refer to Phone numbers, dialing 168,180
Can holders, refer to Cupholders 100 Capacities
251
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 233
Car care 220
Care 220
– car-care products 220
– car washes 220
– CD/DVD drives 223
– high-pressure washers 221
– leather 222
– manual washing 221
– upholstery and fabrics 222
– windows 221
– wiper blades 221
Cargo, securing 112
Cargo area 106
– capacity 249
– Comfort Access 34
– lamp 87
– opening from outside 31
– trunk lid, refer to Tailgate 31
Cargo area, expanding 106
Cargo area lamp 87
Cargo area lid, refer to Tailgate 31
Cargo area partition net, refer to Cargo net 109
Cargo loading 110
– securing cargo 112
– stowing cargo 111
– vehicle 106
Cargo net 109
Car key, refer to Keys/remote
controls 26
Carpets, care 222
Car phone
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 97
Car phone, refer to
Telephone 164,174
Car radio, refer to Radio 143
Car wash
– before driving in 52
Car wa sh, care
220
Car w a

shes220
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 105

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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
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Engine malfunction
– indicator lamp13
Engine oil
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils 216
– alternative oil types 216
– approved engine oils 216
– capacity 216
– checking level 215
– dipstick 215
– intervals between changes, refer to Service
requirements 64
– MINI Maintenance System 218
Engine oil level, checking 215
Engine output, refer to Engine data 244
Engine starti ng, refer to
Starting the engine 51
Entering destination 120
Entering intersection 121
Entertainment sound output on/off 140
Entry map for destination 125
ESP Electronic Stability Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 72
Exhaust system, refer to Hot exhaust system 105
Exterior mirrors 44
– adjusting 44
– automatic dimming
feature 45
– automatic heating 45
– folding in and out 44
External audio device 97
External audio device, refer to AUX-In connection 153
External care 220
External devices
– random play sequence 156
– Software update 161
External temperature display
– change units of measure 64
– in the onboard computer 64External temperature
warning 61
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away 238
– for tying down loads 112
F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control 67
Failure of an electrical consumer 234
Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 42
Fastest route for
navigation 129
Fast forward
– CD player 152
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 67
Faulty
– tire 76
Filter
– microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 91
– microfilter for air
conditioner 89
Fine wood, care 223
First aid pouch 236
Fixture for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 50
Flash when locking/ unlocking 28
Flat load floor 109
Flat tire
– run-flat tires 212
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 77
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 75
– indicating a flat tire 76
– initializing the system 75
– snow chains 75
– system limits 75
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition 211
Floor mats, care 222 Floor plate, refer to Flat load
floor 109
FM, waveband 143
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb 226
Folding rear seat backrest 106
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely 105
Footwell lamps 87
For your own safety 4
Four-wheel drive, refer to ALL4 74
Front airbags 81
Front fog lamps 86
– replacing bulb 226
Front seat adjustment 39
Frost on windows, refer to Defrosting windows 89,91
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 75
Fuel 201
– gauge 60
– high-quality brands 201
– quality 201
– specificati
o

ns201
– tank capacity 251
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel gauge 60
Fuel consumption display
– average fuel consumption 61
Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 60
Fuel filler flap 200
– releasing in the event of electrical malfunction 200
Fuses 234
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control 93
Gasoline
– refer to Average fuel consumption 61
Gasoline, refer to Required fuel 201

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Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
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Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
– MINI Maintenance System 218
Microphone for telephone 14
MINI Connected 195
MINI Internet page 4
MINI joystick, refer to Onboard computer 16
MINI Maintenance System 218
Mirror dimming feature 45
Mirrors 44
– exterior mirrors 44
– heating 45
– interior rearview mirror 45
Mobile phone
– adjusting volume 167,179
– connecting, refer to Mobile phone, pairing 164,175
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 97
– pairing 164,175
– what to do if…. 166,178
Mobile phone, installation location, refer to Center
armrest 97
Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth 174
Mobility Kit 230
Modifications, te chnical, refer
to For your own safety 4
Monitor, refer to MINI controls with navigation 16
Monitoring system for tire pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 75
Multifunctional steering wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel 11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/ headlamp flasher 55
– refer to Wiper system 55N
Navigation
– storing current position 122
Navigation data 118
Navigation destination
– entering manually 120,126
– home address 123
Navigation instructions, refer to Switching voice
instructions on/off 133
Navigation system 118
– address book 122
– bypassing a route section 130
– continuing route
guidance 129
– destination entry 120
– dynamic route guidance 136
– entering a destination manually 120,126
– planning a trip 127
– route list 130
– selecting destination via map 125
– selecting route criteria 129
– special destinations 124
– starting route guidance 129
– terminating route guidance 129
– voice instructions 133
– volume adjustment 133
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints 41
Nets, refer to Storage compartments 98
New tires 212
North-facing map 131
Notes 192
Number of cylinders, refer to Engine data 244
Number of safety belts 38
Nylon rope, refer to Tow rope 239
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket for
On-Board Diagnosis 219
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel specifications 201
Odometer 61
Office 187
– current office 187
– what to do if…. 193
Oil, refer to Engine oil 215
Oil consumption 215
Oil level 215
Oil types 216
Old batteries, refer to Disposal 234
Onboard computer 16
– changing language 69
– menu guidance 17
– operating principles 16
– overview 16
– status information 19
Opening and closing
– Comfort Access 33
– from inside 30
– from outside 27
– using the door lock 29
– using the remote control 27
Opening and unlocking
– from inside 30
Options, selecting for navigation 129
Orientation menu, refer to
Main menu 17
Outlets
– refer to Ventilation 92
Output, refer to Engine data 244
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control 90
Overheated engine, refer to Coolant temperature 217

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P
Paintwork, care221
Park Distance Control PDC 71
Parking
– vehicle 51
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control PDC 71
Parking brake 52
– indicator lamp 13
Parking lamps, replacing bulb 226
Parking lamps/low beams 84
Parts and accessories, see Vehicle equipment 4
Pathway lighting 85
Personal Profile 26
Phone numbers
– dialing 168,180
Pinch protection system
– windows 37
Plastic parts, care 223
Pollen
– refer to Microfilter/activated- charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 91
– refer to Microfilter for air conditioner 89
Power failure 234
Power window
– safety switch 37
Power windows 36
Power windows, refer to
Windows 36
Pressure, tires 203
Pressure moni toring, tires75
– Flat Tire Monitor 75
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 77
Protective function, refer to Pinch protection system
– windows 37
Puncture
– Flat Tire Monitor 75
R
Radio
– controls140
– HD Radio 144
– satellite radio 145
– storing stations 144
– tone control 141
– volume 141
– waveband, selecting 143
Radio key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 26
Radio position, refer to Radio
readiness 50
Radio readiness 50
– switched off 51
– switched on 50
Rain sensor 56
Random play sequence
– external devices 156
Range, refer to Cruising range 61
Reading aloud 193
Reading lamps 87
Rear lamps
– bulb replacement 228
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 228
Rear-mounted luggage rack 113
Rear seat back rest, folding106
Rear seats
– adjusting 40
– folding down the backrests 106
Rearview mirror
– compass 95
Rearview mirror, refer to Mirrors 44
Rear window
– windshield wiper 57
Rear window defroster 89,91
Rear window safety switch 37
Reception
– quality 144
– radio station 144 Recirculated-air mode
89,90
Recirculation of air, refer to Recirculated-air
mode 89,90
Reclining seat , refer to
Backrest 39
Refueling 200
Rejecting a call 168,180
Releasing
– hood 215
Reminders 192
Remote control 26
– battery renewal 35
– Comfort Access
33
– garage

door opener 93
– malfunctions 29,34
– service data 218
– tailgate 28
Replacement remote
control 26
Replacing bulbs, refer to Lamps and bulbs 224
Replacing tires, refer to New
wheels and tires 212
Reporting safety defects 7
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 60
Reservoir for washer
systems 57
Reset, refer to Resetting tone
settings 142
Restraint systems
– for children 46
– refer to Safety belts 42
Reverse
– CD player 152
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 53
– manual transmission 52
Road map 131
Roadside Assistance 236
Roadside parking lamps 86
– replacing bulb 226
Road worthiness test, refer to
Service requirements 64

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