lock MINI 3 door 2014 Service Manual

Replacing componentsVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located in the
trough under the cargo area floor.
The warning triangle is located in the tailgate
trim.
Wiper blade replacement
Note Do not fold down the wipers without
wiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades
have not been installed; this may damage the
windshield. ◀
Replacing the wiper blades1.Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.2.Open the wiper blade lock, arrow.3.Pull the wiper blade down first out of the
holder on the wiper arm, arrow 1.
Then pull the wiper blade free from the
holder of the wiper arm, arrow 2.4.Insert and latch a new wiper blade in re‐
verse order.5.Fold down the wipers.
Folding down wipers before opening the
hood
Before opening the hood, ensure that the wiper
arms with the wiper blades are against the
windshield to prevent damage. ◀
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Bulbs: H41.Open the hood, refer to page 187.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow, and
remove.3.Pull off the connector.4.Unclip spring clip, arrow, and fold down.5.Remove the bulb from the headlight hous‐
ing.6.Insert the new bulb and install the cover in
the reverse order.
Turn signal
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
Bulbs: PW24W
With white turn signal lights: PWY24W1.Turn the steering wheel.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow 1, and
remove.3.Unscrew the inner lid counterclockwise,
and remove it.4.Pull bulb holder out of the bulb housing; if
needed, loosen it with small tilting move‐
ments if possible.5.Pull the bulb out of the fixture.6.Insert the new bulb and install the cover in
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LED parking lights/LED fog lightsFollow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
The lights feature LED technology. Contact your
service center in the event of a malfunction.
Parking lights/fog lights/daytime
running lights
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
Bulbs:▷Parking lights for halogen headlights: W5W
Parking lights for LED headlights: W5W NBV▷Daytime running light: PSX24W▷Fog lamp: H81.Turn the steering wheel.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow 2, and
remove.3.Remove the corresponding connector.4.▷Remove bulb holder of the parking
lamp, arrow 1, by turning it counter‐
clockwise.
Pull the bulb out of the fixture.▷Remove the bulb holder of the daytime
running lights, arrow 2, by pressing to‐
gether the top and bottom latch mech‐
anism.
For better accessibility, if needed, re‐
move the bulb of the fog lamp before‐
hand.▷Turn the bulb holder of the fog lamp
counterclockwise, arrow 3, and re‐
move.5.Insert the new bulbs and install the cover in
the reverse order.
When installing the daytime running lights,
audibly latch the bulb holder first at the
bottom, then at the top.
Tail lights, bulb replacement
At a glance
Vehicles with a rear fog lamp
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Vehicle with two rear fog lights1Side tail lights2Rear fog lights3License plate lamp4High brake lights
Side tail lights
1Brake lights/tail lights2Turn signal3Reversing lights
Side LED tail lights
1Tail lights2Turn signal3Brake light4Reversing lights
Side tail lights
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
Bulbs: P21W
1.Open the tailgate, refer to page 402.Remove left or right cover.3.Through the opening, loosen the plug con‐
nector, arrow 2 on the bulb holder.
Press the latches together, arrows 1, and
remove the bulb holder.4.Remove the bulb holder from the opening.5.Press the defective bulb gently into the
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▷Arrow 3: reversing light6.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐
teners.
Central brake lamp and license plate
lamp
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
The lights feature LED technology. Contact your
service center in the event of a malfunction.
Vehicles with a rear fog lamp Follow the general instructions on Lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
Bulbs: W16W
1.On vehicles with heat shield:
Loosen 3 screws, arrow.2.Push the heat shield forward and the
bumper back in order to be able to reach
the fog lamp.3.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.The wire is long enough to guide the socket
down and through between any heat shield
that may be installed and the bumper.4.Replace defective bulb.5.To install the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Vehicle with two rear fog lights
Follow the general instructions on Lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
Bulbs: W16W
Left rear fog lamp:
1.On vehicles with heat shield:
Loosen 3 screws, arrow.2.Push the heat shield forward and the
bumper back in order to be able to reach
the fog lamp.3.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
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The wire is long enough to guide the socket
down and through between any heat shield
that may be installed and the bumper.4.Replace defective bulb.5.To install the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Right fog lamp:
1.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.
The wire is long enough to guide the socket
down and through between any heat shield
that may be installed and the bumper.2.Replace defective bulb.3.To install the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Side turn signal, bulb replacement
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 196.
Bulbs:
▷With orange lens: W5W▷With white lens: WY5W diadem1.Pull the turn signal housing at the top out
of the catch, then unhook it at the bottom.2.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.3.Replace the bulb.4.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and install the turn signal hous‐
ing.
First hook the turn signal housing to the
bottom, then at the top press it into the
latch.
Changing wheels
Hints
When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire
does not need to be changed immediately in
the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
Which is why no spare tire is available.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
accessories from your service center.
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Jacking points for the vehicle jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐
cated at the positions shown.
Compact wheel
Hints Safety measures in case of a breakdown
or a wheel change
▷Park the vehicle as far away as possible
from passing traffic and on solid ground.
Switch on the hazard warning system.▷Set the parking brake, and engage first gear
or transmission position P.▷Have all vehicle occupants get out of the
vehicle and ensure that they remain out‐
side the immediate area in a safe place,
such as behind a guardrail.▷If necessary, set up a warning triangle or
portable hazard warning lamp at an appro‐
priate distance. Comply with all safety
guidelines and regulations.▷Perform wheel change only on a flat, solid
and slip-resistant surface. On soft or slip‐
pery ground, e.g., snow, ice, tiles, etc., the
vehicle or vehicle jack can slip away to the
side.▷Do not place wood blocks or similar items
under the vehicle jack; otherwise, it cannot
reach its carrying lidacity because of the re‐
stricted height.▷If the vehicle is raised, do not lie under the
vehicle and do not start the engine; other‐
wise, a fatal hazard exists. ◀Use the vehicle jack only for changing
wheels
Use the vehicle jack only for changing wheels.
Do not attempt to use it to jack up a different
type of vehicle or loads of any kind; otherwise,
this could cause material damage and personal
injury. ◀
Removing compact wheel The compact wheel is housed in a well on the
underbody of the vehicle. The screw connec‐
tion of the compact wheel is located in the
cargo area under the floor mat, on the floor of
the storage compartment for the wheel chang‐
ing set.1.Loosen the nut from the wheel change set
using the wheel wrench.2.Remove the retaining plate.3.Screw wheel lug wrench onto the thread
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4.Unlock the locking hexagon of the compact
wheel well using the hexagon attached to
retaining plate.5.Lower the compact wheel with the wheel
wrench.6.Unscrewing the wheel wrench7.Pull out the well with compact wheel under
the vehicle toward the rear.8.Remove the spacer and compact wheel
from the well.9.Stow the well and spacer in the vehicle.
Prepare wheel change
1.Follow the Safety instructions, refer to
page 203.2.With the wheel chock from the wheel
change set, also secure the vehicle against
rolling away at the front wheel of the oppo‐
site side.3.Loosen the wheel lug bolts a half turn.
Jacking up the vehicle
1.Place the vehicle jack at the jacking point
closest to the wheel such that the vehicle
jack foot is vertically beneath the vehiclejacking point with the entire surface on the
ground.2.Insert the vehicle jack head in the rectan‐
gular recess of the jacking point for crank‐
ing it up.3.Crank it up until the wheel in question lifts
off of the ground.
Wheel mounting
1.Unscrew the wheel lug bolts and remove
the wheel.2.Put the new wheel or compact wheel on
and screw in at least two bolts.
If original MINI light alloy wheels are not
mounted, any accompanying lug bolts also
have to be used.3.Screw in the remaining the lug bolts and
tighten all bolts well in a crosswise pattern.4.Lower the vehicle and remove the vehicle
jack.
After the wheel change
1.Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight‐
ening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.
Check for secure seating of the lug
bolts
For safety reasons, have the secure seating
of the lug bolts checked with a calibrated
torque wrench; otherwise, a safety hazard
results from incorrectly tightened lug
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Breakdown assistanceVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Hazard warning flash‐
ers
The button is located above the Control Dis‐
play.
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is located in the tailgate.
To remove, loosen the brackets.
First aid kit
The first aid kit is located in the cargo area.
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents reg‐
ularly and replace any expired items promptly.
Roadside Assistance Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the
clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐
tance there in the event of a vehicle break‐
down.
Roadside Assistance The Roadside Assistance phone number can be
viewed on the onboard monitor or a connec‐
tion to Roadside Assistance can be established
directly.
Jump-starting HintsIf the battery is discharged, an engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with
fully insulated clamp handles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐
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3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if needed.
Tow-starting and towing
Note Tow-starting and towing
For towing the vehicle turn, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents. ◀
Switching off Intelligent Safety systems, refer to
page 102.
Steptronic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note Your vehicle must not be towed if the front
wheels are touching the ground. Therefore,
contact a service center in the event of a break‐
down.
Tow the vehicle only with the front axle
raised
Have the vehicle towed only with the front axle
raised or transported on a loading platform;
otherwise, damage may occur. ◀
Tow truck
Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result. ◀
Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.
Manual transmission
Observe before towing your vehicle
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing When the parking brake is blocked
The parking brake cannot be released
manually.
Do not tow the vehicle with the parking brake
blocked, or the vehicle can be damaged.
Contact your service center. ◀
Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
vehicle damage or accidents may occur. ◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn
signals, and wipers may be unavailable.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
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