warning MINI Clubman 2014 (Mini Connected) Owner's Guide

CoolantVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
General information Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while the
engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may
cause burns. ◀
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health. ◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for your MINI vehicle. Ask your service
center for suitable additives.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant and therefore the engine over‐
heat, a warning lamp lights up. A message ap‐
pears on the Control Display.
Coolant level Checking1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.2.Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐
wise slightly to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape; then continue turning
to open.3.The coolant level is correct if it is between
the markings. The markings are located on
the side of the coolant reservoir.
Refilling
1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.2.Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐
wise slightly to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape, then continue turning
to open.3.If the coolant level is low, slowly add cool‐
ant up to the specified level; do not overfill.4.Twist the cap closed.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the appropriate environ‐mental protection regulations when dis‐
posing of coolant additives.
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Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Socket for Onboard Diagnosis
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis may
only be used by the service center, by work‐
shops that operate according to the specifica‐
tions of the vehicle manufacturer with appro‐
priately trained personnel, and by other
authorized persons. Otherwise, its use may
lead to vehicle malfunctions. ◀
Primary components in the vehicle emissions
can be checked via the OBD socket using a de‐
vice.
Emissions The warning lamps light up. The vehicle
is producing higher emissions. You can
continue your journey, but moderate
your speed and exercise due caution. Have the
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Under certain circumstances, one of the lamps
flashes or lights up continuously. This indicates
that there is excessive misfiring or a malfunc‐
tion in the engine. If this happens, reduce the
vehicle speed and drive to the next service cen‐
ter promptly. Serious engine misfiring within a
brief period can seriously damage emission
control components, in particular the catalytic
converter. In addition, the mechanical engine
components may become damaged.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight‐
ened, the OBD system may conclude
that fuel vapor is escaping; this will cause a dis‐
play to light up. If the filler cap is then tight‐
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Charging the battery
Note Do not connect the charger to the socket
Do not connect the battery charger to the
socket installed in the vehicle at the factory as this could damage the battery. ◀
Only charge the battery in the vehicle when the
engine is switched off. Connections, refer to
page 244.
General information
Ensure that the battery is sufficiently charged to
achieve the full battery life.
It may be necessary to charge the battery in
the following cases:▷When the vehicle is frequently used to
travel short distances.▷When the vehicle has not been driven for
more than one month.
Power failure
After a temporary power failure, some equip‐
ment will be restricted in its use and will need
to be reinitialized. In addition, certain individual
settings will be lost and must be updated:
▷Time and date: the values must be up‐
dated, refer to page 68.▷Radio: the stations need to be stored again,
refer to page 149.▷Onboard monitor: full functionality will be
restored after some time.▷Glass sunroof, electrical: it may only be pos‐
sible to tilt the roof. The system needs to be
initialized. Contact the service center.
Indicator/warning lamps
Lights up red: the vehicle battery is no
longer being charged. Alternator mal‐
function.
Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
Have the battery checked immediately.
Lights up yellow: the battery charge
level is very low, the battery is old, or it
is not securely connected.
Charge the battery by taking a long drive or us‐
ing an external charger. If the indicators appear
again, have the battery checked as soon as
possible.
Disposing of old batteries Have used batteries disposed of by the
service center after they are replaced or
take them to a recycling center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses Replacing fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐ tute of another color or amperage rating; this
could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐
sulting in a fire in the vehicle. ◀
Fuses should be replaced by the service center.
Information on the fuses can be found on the
inside of the covers.
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Breakdown assistanceVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Hazard warning flash‐
ers
The button is located on the speedometer.
Warning triangle MINI
On the inside of the tailgate.
To remove, press the tab.
MINI Clubman
Under the loading edge in the cargo area.
To remove, open the center fastener.
First aid kit
Some of the articles contained in the first aid kit
have a limited service life. Therefore, check the
use-by dates of the contents regularly and re‐
place the items before they expire.
MINI
The first aid kit is located in the left side trim on
the cargo area floor.
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Using a tow fittingThe screw-in tow fitting must always be carried
in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the MINI.
It is stored in the onboard vehicle tool kit under
the cover on right in the cargo area, refer to
page 230.
Tow fitting, information on use▷Use only the tow fitting provided with
the vehicle and screw it all the way in.▷Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur. ◀
Access to the screw thread Push out the tow fitting cover at the appropri‐
ate recess in the bumper.
Front
MINI: rear
John Cooper Works with aerodynamic bumper:
Pull out the tow fitting cover in the bumper in
the lower section, arrow.
MINI Clubman: rear
Being towed
Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle
damage or accidents may occur. ◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
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Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic transmission Towing vehicles with an automatic trans‐
mission
Only transport vehicles with an automatic
transmission on tow trucks or with raised front
wheels; otherwise, the transmission may be
damaged. ◀
Towing with a tow bar Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than your vehicle, or it will not be possible to
control vehicle response. ◀
Correctly attach the tow bar
Only secure the tow bar on the tow fit‐
tings; damage can occur when it is secured on
other parts of the vehicle. ◀
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:▷Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is attached offset.
Towing with a tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on
the vehicle components when towing, always
use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attaching the tow rope correctly
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle. ◀
Towing with a tow truck
Have the MINI 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. ◀
Tow-starting
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 244. Vehicles with a catalytic converter
should only be tow-started when the engine is
cold; vehicles with an automatic transmission
cannot be tow-started.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 54.3.Shift into 3rd gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch is depressed and then slowly release
the clutch. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately depress the clutch completely again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.6.Have the vehicle checked.Seite 247Breakdown assistanceMobility247
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 88
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 71
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 98
Adaptive Light Control 76
Additional telephone 180
Additives, engine oil 226
Airbags 78
Airbags, indicator/warning light 80
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode 95, 97
Air conditioner 94
Air conditioning 94
Air conditioning mode– Air conditioner 94– Automatic climate con‐
trol 96
Air distribution
– Automatic 97– Individual 95– Manual 95, 97
Air drying, refer to Cooling
function 98
Air flow rate 94, 97
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 210
Air supply
– Air conditioner 94– Automatic climate con‐
trol 96
Alarm system 41
Alarm system
– Avoiding unintentional
alarms 41– Interior motion sensor 41– Tilt alarm sensor 41Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 100
AM/FM station 148
Ambient lighting 77
Announcement, navigation, refer to Spoken instruc‐
tions 137
Antifreeze, washer fluid 60
Antilock Brake System, ABS 88
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 88
Anti-theft protection 33
Appointments 196
Approved engine oils 226
Ashtray 103
Assistance, roadside 244
Assistance when driving off, refer to Hill drive-off assis‐
tant 90
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 244
Audio playback 157
Audio playback, Blue‐ tooth 163
Automatic– Air distribution 97– Air flow rate 97
Automatic car wash 248
Automatic climate control
– Automatic air distribution 97
Automatic, cruise control 91
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 74
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
– Kickdown 62– Overriding selector lever
lock 63AUTO program with auto‐
matic climate control 97
AUX-IN port 159
Average fuel consumption 66
Average fuel consumption– Setting the units 68
Average speed 66
Average speed, refer to Com‐ puter 65
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 45
Backrests, refer to Seats 44
Backup lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 235
Balance 146
Bass 146
Battery
– Disposal 40– Remote control 32
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐
tery 240
Battery replacement
– Remote control 40
Belts, refer to Safety belts 46
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 46
Bi-xenon headlamps 233
Black and white map dis‐ play 140
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 94, 97
Bluetooth audio 163
Bluetooth connection, activat‐ ing/deactivating 171, 181
Bluetooth hands-free sys‐ tem 170
Brake assistant 88
Brake discs, breaking in 112
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Brake fluid, refer to Service re‐quirements 70
Brake force distribution, elec‐ tronic 88
Brake pads, breaking in 112
Brakes– Handbrake 56
Brakes, MINI maintenance
system 228
Brakes, service require‐ ments 70
Brake system, MINI mainte‐ nance system 228
Braking, notes 114
Breakdown assistance, Road‐ side Assistance 244
Breaking in 112
Brightness on the Control Dis‐ play 70
Button for starting the engine, refer to Start/Stop button 54
C
Calendar 196
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 240
Car care products 249
Care, displays 251
Care, vehicle 249
Cargo area
– Comfort Access 39– Doors, refer to Split door 37– Opening from the out‐
side 37– Tailgate, refer to Split
door 37
Cargo area doors, refer to Split
door 37
Cargo area lamp, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 77
Cargo area tailgate, refer to Tailgate 37
Car horn, refer to Horn 14
Carpet, care 251
Car phone, refer to Tele‐
phone 170, 180
Car wash 248
CBC, Cornering Brake Con‐ trol 88
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 228
CD 156
CD/DVD drives, care 251
CD player 156
Center console, refer to Around the center con‐
sole 18
Central locking– Comfort Access 38– From the inside 36– From the outside 34
Central locking system
– Concept 33– From the outside 33
Central screen, see Control
Display 20
Changes, technical, refer to
Safety 7
Changing wheels/tires 217
Check Control 71
Children, transporting 50
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 51
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tems 50
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 50
Child seat, mounting 50
Child seats, refer to Transport‐ ing children safely 50
Chrome parts, care 251
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode 95, 97
Cleaning, displays 251
Cleaning, refer to Care 248
Climate 94
Climate mode
– Ventilation 98
Clock 64
Clock– 12h/24h format 68– Setting the time and date 68
Closing
– From the inside 36– From the outside 34
Clubdoor 37
Clutch, breaking in 112
Cockpit 14
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 55
Combination instrument, refer
to Displays 16
Combination switch, refer to Turn signal/high beams/
headlamp flasher 57
Combination switch, refer to Washer/wiper system 57
Comfort Access
– In the car wash 40– Replacing the battery 40
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console 18
Compact wheel, inflation pres‐ sure 211
Compartment for remote con‐ trol, refer to Ignition lock 54
Compass, digital 101
Computer 65
Computer, displaying informa‐ tion 65
Condition Based Service CBS 228
Confirmation signals for vehi‐ cle locking/unlocking 35
Connecting, mobile phone, re‐ fer to Pairing the mobile
phone 170, 181
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 66
Contacts 177, 193
Control Display 20
Control Display, care 251
Control Display, settings 69
Controls and displays 14
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 88
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Convenient operation– Windows 34
Coolant temperature 65
Cooling function, switching on and off 98
Cooling, maximum 97
Cornering Brake Control, CBC 88
Corrosion on brake discs 114
Cradle for telephone or mobile phone, refer to Snap-in
adapter 190
Cruise control 91
Cupholders 103
Current fuel consumption 66
Current location, storing 128
Curve lights, refer to Adaptive Light Control 76
Cylinders, number of, refer to Engine data 254
D
Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 76
Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ pit 14
Dashboard, refer to Dis‐ plays 16
Data, technical 254
Date
– Date format 69– Setting 69
Daytime running lights 75
Decorative trim, care 251
Defogging windows 95
Defroster
– Rear window 95, 98
Defrosting windows 95
Defrost setting, refer to De‐ frosting windows 95
Destination entry via the ad‐ dress book 128
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations 133
Destination input, naviga‐ tion 126
Digital compass 101
Digital radio 149
Dip stick, engine oil 225
Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 57
Displacement, refer to Engine data 254
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 76
Displays 16
Displays and controls 14
Displays, care 251
Displays, cleaning 251
Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 16
Disposal– Remote control battery 40
Distance warning, refer to
Park Distance Control
PDC 92
Door
– Rear, refer to Clubdoor 37
Door key, refer to Remote
control with integrated
key 32
Door lock 35
Door lock, confirmation sig‐ nals 35
Doors, manual operation 36
Doors, unlocking and locking
– Confirmation signals 35– From the inside 36– From the outside 34
DOT Quality Grades 215
Drive-off assistant, refer to Hill drive-off assistant 90
Driving notes, breaking in 112
Driving off on hills, refer to Hill drive-off assistant 90
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 88
Driving tips, refer to Driving notes 112
Dry air, refer to Cooling func‐ tion 98
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐
trol 88
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 89
DTMF suffix dialing 175, 187
Dynamic destination guid‐ ance 142
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 88
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 89
E Electrical malfunction– Door lock 36– Fuel filler flap 206
Electronic brake-force distri‐
bution 88
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic Stabil‐
ity Control DSC 88
Emergency activation
– Automatic transmission, re‐
fer to Overriding selector
lever lock 63
Emergency operation, fuel
filler flap, unlocking man‐
ually 206
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– Door lock 36
Energy, saving, refer to Saving
fuel 120
Engine, breaking in 112
Engine compartment 223
Engine oil, adding 225
Engine oil, additives, refer to Approved engine oils 226
Engine oil, alternative oil types 226
Engine oil change intervals, refer to Service require‐
ments 70
Engine oil, dip stick 225
Engine oil, filling capacity 257
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Engine oil, MINI maintenancesystem 228
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 226
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 226
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 65
Engine power, refer to Engine data 254
Engine, RPM 254
Engine start, assistance 244
Engine, starting 55
Engine, starting– Comfort Access 38
Engine, starting, Start/Stop
button 54
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop button 54
Engine, switching off 56
Equipment, interior 99
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 88
Exchanging wheels/tires 217
Exterior mirrors 48
Exterior mirrors, adjusting 48
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 48
Exterior sensors, care 251
External devices 159
External temperature dis‐ play 64
External temperature display
– Changing the unit of meas‐
ure 68– On computer 68
External temperature warn‐
ing 64
Externel temperature dis‐ play 64
F
Fader 146
Failure messages, refer to Check Control 71
False alarm, refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms 41
Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 46
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 71
Filling capacities 257
Filter– Refer to Activated-charcoal
filter 96– Refer to Microfilter 96– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate control 98
First aid kit 243
First aid, refer to First aid kit 243
Flashing when locking/unlock‐ ing 35
Flat tire
– Flat Tire Monitor 82– Indicator/warning lamp 82– Run-flat tire 82– Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 83
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 80
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
– Flat tire message 82– Initializing the system 81– Limits of the system 81– Snow chains 81
Flat tire, wheel change 238
Floor mats, care 251
FM/AM station 148
Fog lamps 76
Foot brake 114
Footwell lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 77
Front airbags 78
Front fog lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 234
Front fog lamps 76
Front lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 233
Front passenger airbags, de‐ activating 79
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 80
Fuel 208
Fuel– Refer to Average fuel con‐
sumption 66
Fuel, additives 208
Fuel, average consump‐ tion 66
Fuel cap, closing 206
Fuel consumption display
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 66
Fuel filler flap, closing 206
Fuel filler flap, opening 206
Fuel filler flap, unlocking in case of an electrical malfunc‐
tion 206
Fuel gauge 65
Fuel, saving 120
Fuel tank capacity, refer to Filling capacities 257
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities 257
Fuel tank, refer to Filling ca‐ pacities 257
Fuse 241
G Garage door opener, refer to Universal garage door
opener 99
Gasoline 208
Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel gauge 65
Gasoline quality 208
Gas station recommenda‐ tion 137
Gear change
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 61
Gear display, automatic trans‐
mission with Steptronic 61
Glass sunroof, electrical 41
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