snow chains MINI Clubman 2016 Owner's Manual (Mini Connected)

tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's han‐
dling and stopping ability. Please note that the
TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte‐
nance, and it is the driver's responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-in‐
flation has not reached the level to trigger illu‐
mination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly. The TPMS
malfunction indicator is combined with the low
tire pressure telltale. When the system detects
a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi‐
mately one minute and then remain continu‐
ously illuminated. This sequence will continue
upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as
the malfunction exists. When the malfunction
indicator is illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire pressure as in‐
tended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a va‐
riety of reasons, including the installation of re‐
placement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning
properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the re‐
placement or alternate tires and wheels allow
the TPMS to continue to function properly.
FTM Flat Tire Monitor
The concept
The system does not measure the actual infla‐
tion pressure in the tires.
It detects a tire inflation pressure loss by com‐
paring the rotational speeds of the individual
wheels while moving.
In the event of a tire inflation pressure loss, the
diameter and therefore the rotational speed of
the corresponding wheel changes. This will be
detected and reported as a flat tire.
Functional requirements
The system must have been initialized when
the tire inflation pressure was correct; other‐
wise, reliable flagging of a flat tire is not as‐
sured. Initialize the system after each correc‐
tion of the tire inflation pressure and after
every tire or wheel change.
Status display
The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can
be displayed on the Control Display, e.g.,
whether or not the FTM is active.
On the Control Display:
1. "Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Flat Tire Monitor (FTM)"
The status is displayed.
Initialization
When initializing the once set inflation tire pres‐
sures serve as reference values in order to de‐
tect a flat tire. Initialization is started by con‐
firming the inflation pressures.
Do not initialize the system when driving with
snow chains.
On the Control Display:
1. "Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Perform reset"4.Start the engine - do not drive off.5.Start the initialization with "Perform reset".6.Drive away.
The initialization is completed while driving,
which can be interrupted at any time.
The initialization automatically continues when
driving resumes.
Indication of a flat tire
The yellow warning lamp lights up. A
Check Control message is displayed.
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There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation
pressure.
1.Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.
2.Check whether the vehicle is fitted with
normal tires or run-flat tires.
Run-flat tires, refer to page 188, are la‐
beled with a circular symbol containing the
letters RSC marked on the tire's sidewall.
WARNING
A damaged regular tire with low or miss‐
ing tire inflation pressure impacts handling,
such as steering and braking response. Run-flat
tires can maintain limited stability. There is risk
of an accident. Do not continue driving if the
vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires. Ob‐
serve the hints on run-flat tires and continued
driving with these tires.◀
When a flat tire is indicated, DSC Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control is switched on if needed.
System limits
A natural, even tire inflation pressure loss in all
four tires will not be recognized. Therefore,
check the tire inflation pressure regularly.
Sudden serious tire damage caused by external
circumstances cannot be recognized in ad‐
vance.
The system could be delayed or malfunction in
the following situations:
▷When the system has not been initialized.▷When driving on a snowy or slippery road
surface.
▷Sporty driving style: spinning traction
wheels, high lateral acceleration (drifting).
▷When driving with snow chains.Actions in the event of a flat tire
Normal tires
1.Identify the damaged tire.
Do this by checking the air pressure in all
four tires.
The tire pressure gauge of the Mobility Sys‐
tem, refer to page 189, can be used for this
purpose.
If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is
correct, the Flat Tire Monitor may not have
been initialized. In this case, initialize the
system.
If identification of flat tire damage is not
possible, please contact a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
2.Fix the flat tire using the Mobility System,
refer to page 189.
Run-flat tires
Maximum speed
You may continue driving with a damaged tire
at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
Continued driving with a flat tire
If continuing to drive with a damaged tire:
1.Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.
2.Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.3.Check the air pressure in all four tires at the
next opportunity.
If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is
correct, the Flat Tire Monitor may not have
been initialized. In this case, initialize the
system.
Possible driving distance with complete loss of
tire inflation pressure:
The possible driving distance after a loss of tire
inflation pressure depends on cargo load, driv‐
ing style and road conditions.
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Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF
When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is re‐
duced during acceleration and when driving in
curves.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again
as soon as possible.
Deactivating DSC
Press and hold this button but not lon‐
ger than approx. 10 seconds, until the
indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the in‐
strument cluster and displays DSC OFF.
DSC is switched off.
Activating DSC
Press button.
DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator
lamp go out.
Indicator/warning lights
When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is displayed
in the instrument cluster.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is de‐
activated.
Automatic activation
When DSC is deactivated, automatic activation
occurs in the following situations:
▷The vehicle has a flat tire.▷When activating cruise control in TRACTION
or DSC OFF mode.
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control
The concept
DTC is a version of the DSC where forward mo‐
mentum is optimized.
The system ensures maximum headway on
special road conditions, for example unplowed
snowy roads or loose road surfaces, but with
somewhat limited vehicle stability.
When DTC is activated, the vehicle has maxi‐
mum traction. Driving stability is limited during
acceleration and when driving in curves.
Therefore drive with appropriate caution.
You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC
under the following special circumstances:
▷When driving in slush or on uncleared,
snow-covered roads.
▷When freeing vehicle from deep snow or
driving off from loose grounds.
▷When driving with snow chains.
Deactivating/activating DTC Dynamic
Traction Control
Activating DTC
Press button.
TRACTION is displayed in the instru‐
ment cluster and the indicator lamp for DSC
OFF lights up.
Deactivating DTC
Press button again.
TRACTION and the DSC OFF indicator
lamp go out.
Performance Control
Performance Control enhances the agility of the
vehicle.
To increase maneuverability, with a corre‐
spondingly sporty driving style, wheels are
braked individually.
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Snow chains
Fine-link snow chains
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types of
fine-link snow chains have been tested by the
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended
as road-safe and suitable.
Information regarding suitable snow chains is
available from a dealer’s service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop.
Use
Use only in pairs on the front wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:
▷195/60 R 16.▷195/55 R 17.
Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐
tions.
Make sure that the snow chains are always suf‐
ficiently tight. Re-tighten as needed according
to the snow chain manufacturer's instructions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control if needed.
Maximum speed with snow chains
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h
when using snow chains.
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Rear window de‐
froster 141, 144
Recirculated-air filter 144
Recirculated-air
mode 140, 143
Recommended fuel
grade 180
Recommended tire
brands 187
Refueling 178
Remaining range 85
Remote control/key 34
Remote control, blocking 35
Remote control, malfunc‐
tion 39
Remote control, replacing the
battery 34
Remote control, univer‐
sal 146
Replacement fuse 214
Replacing parts 203
Replacing the battery, remote
control 34
Replacing wheels/tires 187
Reporting safety malfunc‐
tions 10
RES CNCL button, see camera-
based cruise control 121
RES CNCL button, see Cruise
control 127
Reserve warning, see
Range 85
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 105
Retaining straps, securing
cargo 166
Retreaded tires 187
Roadside parking lights 97
RON recommended fuel
grade 180
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 229
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 166
RSC Run Flat System Compo‐
nent, see Run-flat tires 188
Rubber components,
care 223
Run-flat tires 188
S
Safe braking 163
Safety belt reminder for driv‐
er's seat and front passenger
seat 54
Safety belts 53
Safety belts, care 224
Safety switch, windows 47
Safety systems, airbags 101
Saving fuel 168
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐
play 18
Screwdriver 203
Sealant 189
Seat and mirror memory 56
Seat belts, see Safety belts 53
Seat heating, front 52
Seating position for chil‐
dren 60
Seats 50
Selection list in instrument
cluster 88
Selector lever, Steptronic
transmission 75
Sensors, care 224
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐
tion Based Service CBS 201
Service requirements, dis‐
play 85
SET button, see camera-based
cruise control 121
SET button, see Cruise con‐
trol 127
Settings, locking/unlocking 43
Settings, mirrors 57
Settings on Control Display 91
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐
ror 56
Shift paddles on the steering
wheel 76
Side airbag 101
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 44
Sitting safely 50
Size 228
Slide/tilt glass roof 47
Snow chains 192
Socket 150
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐
nostics 202
Spare fuse 214
Spare tire, see Emergency
wheel 212
Speed, average 89
Speed limit detection, on‐
board computer 89
Speed limiter, display 86
Speed Limit Information 86
Speed warning 91
Split Doors 40
Split doors via remote con‐
trol 38
Split screen 23
Sport displays 90
SPORT program, Dynamic
Driving Control 119
Sport program, transmis‐
sion 76
Stability control systems 117
Standard view, Head-up Dis‐
play 94
Start/stop, automatic func‐
tion 66
Start/Stop button 64
Start function during malfunc‐
tion 35
Starting the engine 65
Status control display,
tires 105
Status information, onboard
monitor 23
Status of Owner's Manual 7
Steering wheel, adjusting 59
Steptronic Sport transmission,
see Steptronic transmis‐
sion 75
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