heating MINI COOPER 2012 User Guide

DRIVING TIPSThings to remember when driving
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sary. This strategy helps you avoid placing
excessive loads on the brake system. Down-
shifting in manual mode of the automatic trans-
mission, page48.
Never drive with the clutch held down,
with the transmission in neutral or with
the engine switched off; otherwise, engine
braking action will not be present or there will be
no power assistance to the brakes or steering.
Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other
objects to protrude into the area around the
pedals; otherwise, pedal function could be
impaired. <
Corrosion on brake rotors
When the vehicle is driven only occasionally,
during extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all, and in op erating conditions where
brake applications are less frequent, there is an
increased tendency for corrosion to form on
rotors, while contaminan ts accumulate on the
brake pads. This occurs because the minimum
pressure which must be exerted by the pads
during brake applications to clean the rotors is
not reached.
Should corrosion form on the brake rotors, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating
effect that even extended application will fail to
cure.
When the vehicle is parked
Condensation forms while the automatic climate
control is in operation, and then exits under the
vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the
vehicle are therefore normal.
In the MINI Cooper S, the coolant pump may
continue to run for some time after the engine is
switched off. This will generate noise in the
engine compartment.
Cargo loading
To avoid loading the tires beyond their
approved carrying capacity, never over-
load the vehicle. Overloading can lead to over-
heating and increases the rate at which damage
develops inside the tires. The ultimate result can
assume the form of a sudden blowout. <
Avoid fluid spills in the cargo area as they
could damage the vehicle. <
MINI: cargo area cover
Do not place any objects on the cover;
otherwise, they could endanger the car's
occupants, e.g. in the case of braking or sudden
swerving, or they may damage the cover. <
When you open the tailgate, the roll-up cover is
raised.
To load bulky luggage, the cover can be
removed.
1. Unhook the lift straps from the tailgate.
2. Pull the cover out of the holders toward the
rear.
MINI Clubman: luggage compartment
roller cover
Do not place heavy or hard objects on the
luggage compartment roller cover. If you
do so, they may already po s e a d a n g e r t o v e h i c l e
occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.
Do not allow the luggage compartment roll-up
cover to snap back, otherwise it can be
damaged. <
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Indicator and warning lampsMOBILITY
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Lights up in red:
Engine malfunctionStop the car and switch off the
engine. You cannot continue your
journey. Contact your MINI dealer.
Lights up in yellow:
Full engine power no longer available Y ou can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the engine
checked as soon as possible.
Indicator lamp 1 flashes:
Engine malfunction under high load.
High engine load will result in
damage to the catalytic converter You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the vehicle
checked without delay.
Indicator lamp 1 comes on:
Engine malfunction with adverse
effect on exhaust emissions You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the car checked as
soon as possible.
Lights up in red:
Engine overheating Carefully bring the car to a stop,
switch off the engine and allow it to
cool down. Do not open the hood;
otherwise, there is a risk of injury from
scalding. Contact your MINI dealer.
Lights up in yellow:
Engine too hot Continue driving at more moderate speed so that the engine can cool
down. Have the engine checked with-
out delay if the situation reoccurs.
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Indicator and warning lampsMOBILITY
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Lights up in red:
>Transmission limp-home pro-
gram active with restricted range
of gears, possibly with reduced
acceleration You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the system
checked without delay.
> Gears can be engaged without
depressing the brake Always depress the brake to engage a
gear.
> Automatic selector lever locked Manually releasing the selector lever
lock, page48.
Lights up in yellow: Have the system checked as soon as
possible.
> Automatic selector lever locked:
Selector lever locked in position P
with engine running and brake
depressed or Manually releasing the selector lever
lock, page
48.
> Brake signal malfunctioning: gear
can be engaged without
depressing the brake To engage a gear while the vehicle is
at a standstill, always depress the
brake. Before leaving the vehicle,
move the selector lever to position P
and switch off the engine.
Lights up in red:
Transmission overheating Bring the car to a stop and move the
selector lever to position P. Allow the
transmission to cool down. You can
continue your journey, but moderate
your speed and exercise due caution.
Have the system checked if the situa-
tion reoccurs.
Lights up in yellow:
Transmission too hot Avoid high engine loads. You can
continue your journey, but moderate
your speed and exercise due caution.
Selector lever position P not engaged.
Vehicle not prevented from rolling
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
Everything from A to Z
Index
A
ABS Antilock Brake System64
Accepting a call 121
Accessories, see Vehicle equipment 4
Acknowledgment signals for locking/unlocking vehicle 24
Activated-charcoa l filter for
automatic climate control 84
Adaptive Light Control 77
Adding engine oil 145
Additives
– coolant 146
– engine oil 145
Adjusting temperature inside the car, refer to Air
conditioner 81
Adjusting temperature inside the car, refer to Automatic
climate control 82
Airbags 72
– sitting safely 35
– warning lamp 73
Air conditioner 80
Air conditioning mode
– air conditioner 81
– automatic cl imate control82
– ventilation 84
Air distribution
– automatic 83
– individual 82
– manual 82
Air flow rate 81,83
– air conditioning system 81
– automatic cl imate control83
– heating, ventilation 81
Airing, refer to Ventilation84
Air outlets, refer to Air vents 80
Air pressure, checking, refer to Tire inflation pressure 131Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode 81,83
Air supply
– air conditioner 81
– automatic climate control 82
– ventilation 84
Air vents 80
AKI, refer to Fuel grade 129
Alarm system 29
All-season tires, refer to Winter tires 141
Ambient air, refer to Recirculated-air
mode 81,83
Ambient lighting 79
Antenna, care 149
An

tifreeze
– coolant 146
– washer fluid 52
Antilock Brake System ABS 64
Anti-theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 29
Anti-theft system 23
Approved axle loads, refer to Weights 191
Approved engine oils 145
Approved gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 191
Armrest, refer to Center armrest 89
Ashtray 91
Assistant systems, refer to
– Dynamic Stability Control DSC 64
Audio device, external 89
Automatic
– air distribution 83
– air flow rate 83
– cruise control 52
– headlamp control 75Automatic climate control
80
– automatic air distribution 83
Automatic station search 105
Automatic station storage 106
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 46
– interlock 47
– overriding selector lever lock 48
– shiftlock 47
– sport program 48
AUTO program for automatic
climate control 83
Auto radio, refer to Radio MINI Boost CD 104
AUX-In, refer to External audio device 89
AUX-In connection 104
Average fuel consumption 55
– setting the units 58
Average speed 56
Axle loads, refer to Weights 191
B
Background lighting, refer to
Ambient lighting 79
Backrests, refer to Seats 36
Backup lamps
– replacing bulb 158,159
Band-aids, refer to First aid
pouch 167
Bar, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 170
Base plate for telephone or mobile phone
– refer to Snap-in adapter 124
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Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
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Drive-off assistant, refer to Hill
Assist 66
Driving dynamics control, refer to Sport button 66
Driving lamps, refer to Parking lamps/low beams 75
Driving notes 94
Driving off on inclines, refer to Hill Assist 66
Driving stability control
systems 64
Driving through water 95
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes 94
Dry air, refer to Cooling function 84
DSC Dynamic Stability Control 64
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control 65
Dynamic Brake Control DBC, refer to Brake Assist 64
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 64
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC 65
E
Eject button 110
Electrical malfunction
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 128
Electric power windows
– initializing 33
Electronic brake-force
distribution 64
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 64
Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 128
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission 48 Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance 167
Ending a call 122
Engine
– breaking in 94
– data 186
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature 146
– speed 186
– starting, Comfort Access 30
Engine compartment 143
Engine coolant, refer to Coolant 146
Engine oil
– additives, refer to Approved engine oils 145
– alternative oil types 145
– approved engine oils 145
– capacity 145
– checking level 144
– dipstick 144
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements 59
– MINI Maintenance
System 147
Engine oil level, checking 144
Engine output, refer to Engine
data 186
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine 45
ESP Electronic Stability Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 64
Exhaust system, refer to Hot exhaust system 95
Exterior mirrors 39
– adjusting 39
– automatic heating 39
– folding in and out 39
External audio device 89,104
External care 149
External temperature display
– change units of measure 58
– in the onboard computer 58Eyes
– for tow-

starting and towing
away 169
– for tying down loads 99
F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control 61
Failure of an electrical
consumer 166
Fastening safety be lts, refer to
Safety belts 38
Fast forward
– CD 109
Fault messages, refer to Check
Control 61
Filter
– microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 84
– microfilter for air
conditioner 82
Fine wood, care 152
First aid pouch 167
Fixture for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 44
Flash when locking/
unlocking 24
Flat load floor 98
Flat tire
– run-flat tires 140
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 69
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 66
– indicating a flat tire 67
– initializing the system 67
– snow chains 67
– system limits 67
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition 139
Floor mats, care 151
Floor plate, refe r to Flat load
floor 98
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb 156,159
Folding rear seat backrest 97
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
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Footbrake, refer to Braking safely 95
Footwell lamps 79
For universal garage door
openers, refer to the
Integrated universal remote
control 85
For your own safety 4
Front airbags 72
Front fog lamps 78
– indicator lamp 172
– replacing bulb 156
Front seat adjustment 36
Frost on windows, refer to Defrosting windows 82,84
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 66
Fuel 129
– fuel tank volume 192
– gauge 54
– high-quality brands 129
– quality 129
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel gauge 54
Fuel consumption display
– average fuel consumption 55
Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 54
Fuel filler flap 128
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction 128
Fuel specifications 129
Fuses 166
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control 85
Gasoline
– refer to Average fuel consumption 55
Gasoline, refer to Required fuel 129
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge 54 Gear indicator
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 47
Gear shifting
– automatic transmission 47
– manual transmission 46
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 47
– manual transmission 46
General driving notes 94
Glass roof, electric 32
– convenience operation 24
– opening, closing 33
– remote control 24
– tilting 32
Glove compartment 89
Gong
– volume 104
Grills, refer to Air vents 80
Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 191
H
Halogen lamps
– replacing bulb 156
Handbrake, refe r to Parking
brake 46
Hands-free system 14,124
Hazard warning flashers 14
HD Radio 107
Head airbags 72
Headlamp control, automatic 75
Headlamp flasher 49
– indicator lamp 11,81,172
Headlamp glass lens 155
Headlamps
– replacing bulb 156
Headlamps, care 150
Head Light, refer to Adaptive
Light Control 77
Head restraints 37
– sitting safely 35 Heated
– mirrors
39
– rear window 81,83
– seats 38
Heating 80
– mirrors 39
– rear window 81,83
– seats 38
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing cargo 99
Height, refer to Dimensions 187
Height adjustment
– seats 36
– steering wheel 40
High beams 78
– headlamp flasher 78
– indicator lamp 81,172
– replacing bulb 156
High water, refer to Driving through water 95
Hill Assist 66
Hills 95
Holders for cups 90
Homepage 4
Hood 144
Horn 10
Hot exhaust system 95
Hydroplaning 95
I
IBOC, refer to HD Radio 107
Ignition 44
– switched off 45
– switched on 44
Ignition key, refer to Integrated key/remote
control 22
Ignition key position 1, refer to Radio readiness 44
Ignition key position 2, refer to
Ignition on 44
Ignition lock 44
Imprint 2
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
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Maintenance system147
Malfunction warn ings, refer to
Check Control 61
Manual air distribution 82
Manual mode
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 48
Manual operation
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 128
– transmission lock, automatic transmission 48
Manual station search 105
Manual transmission 46
Manual washing 150
Master key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control 22
Maximum cooling 83
Maximum speed
– with winter tires 142
Medical assistance, refer to First aid pouch 167
Microfilter
– for air conditioner 82
– for automatic climate
control 84
– MINI Maintenance System 147
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
– MINI Maintenance System 147
Microphone for telephone 14
MINI Internet page 4
MINI Maintenance System 147
Mirror dimming feature 40
Mirrors 39
– exterior mirrors 39
– heating 39
– interior rearview mirror 39Mobile phone
– adjusting volume
121
– connecting, refer to Mobile phone, pairing 118
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 89
– pairing 118
– refer to Telephone 89
– What to do if…. 120
Mobility Kit 160
Modifications, technical, refer to For your own safety 4
Monitoring syst em for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 66
MP3 109
Multifunctional steering wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel 11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/ headlamp flasher 49
– refer to Wiper system 50
Mus
ic tracks
– playing a track 110
– random order 109
N
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints 37
Nets, refer to Storage compartments 90
New tires 141
Number of cylinders, refer to Engine data 186
Number of safety belts 35
Nylon rope, refer to Tow rope 170
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket for
On-Board Diagnosis 148
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications 129 Odometer
55
Oil, refer to Engine oil 144
Oil consumption 144
Oil level 144
Oil types 145
Old batteries, refer to Disposal 165
Opening and closing
– Comfort Access 30
– from inside 26
– from outside 23
– using the door lock 26
– using the remote control 23
Opening and unlocking
– from inside 26
Outlets
– refer to Air vents 80
– refer to Ventilation 84
Output, refer to Engine
data 186
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control 83
Overheated engine, refer to Coolant temperature 146
P
Paintwork, care150
Park Distance Control PDC 63
Parking
– vehicle 45
Parking aid, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 63
Parking brake 46
Parking lamps, replacing bulb 156
Parking lamps/low beams 75
Parts and accessories, see Vehicle equipment 4
Pathway lighting 76
PDC
– volume 104
Personal Profile 22
Phone numbers
– dialing 122
Pinch protection system
– windows 34
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S
Safety belt
– number35
Safety Belt Reminder 38
Safety belts 38
– care 152
– damage 39
– indicator lamp 38
– reminder 38
– sitting safely 35
Safety systems
– airbags 72
– Antilock Brake System ABS 64
– Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 64
– safety belts 38
Safety tires, refer to Run-flat
tires 140
Satellite radio 107
– activating 108
Scan, listening to test
– radio MINI Boost CD 106
Screw thread for tow
fitting 169
Searching
– CD player 109
– radio 105
Searching for a music track
– CD 109
Seat adjustment
– mechanical 36
Seats 36
– adjusting the seats 36
– heating 38
– sitting safely 35
Securing the vehicle
– from inside 26
– from outside 23
Selector lever
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 47 Selector lever lock
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic, refer to
Shiftlock 47
– overriding manually 48
Selector lever positions
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 47
Service, refer to Roadside Assistance 167
Service car, refe r to Roadside
Assistance 167
Service data in the remote
control 147
Service Interval Display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 147
Service requirement display, refer to Condition Based
Service CBS 147
Service requirements 59
Settings
– clock, 12 h/24 h mode 58
Setting the date 105
Setting the time format 105
Setting tone controls 105
Sh

ifting gears
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 48
– manual transmission 46
Shiftlock
– automatic transmission, refer to Changing selector lever
positions 47
Side airbags 72
Side door, rear, refer to Club
Door 28
Side turn signal
– replacing bulb 158
Side windows, refer to Windows 33
Signal horn, refer to Horn 10
Sitting safely 35
– airbags 35
– safety belts 35
– with head restraint 35Size, refer to Dimensions
187
Sliding/tilt sunroof
– refer to Glass roof, electric 32
Slot for remote control 44
Smokers' package, refer to Ashtray 91
Snap-in adapter
– inserting/removing 124
– use 116
Snap-in adapter, refer to
Center armrest storage
compartment 89
Snow chains 142
Socket, refer to Connecting electrical appliances 91
Socket for On-Board Diagnosis
OBD 148
Space-saver spare tire
– changing tires 162
– inflation pressure 131
Spare wheel, refer to Space- saver spare tire 162
Special oils, refer to Approved engine oils 145
Speed 186
– with winter tires 142
Speed-dependent volume 104
Speedo, refer to
Speedometer 12
Speedometer 12
Split Rear Barn Doors 28
– opening/closing 28
– opening from outside 28
– unlocking with remote control 25
Split rear seat backrest, refer to
Expanding the cargo area 97
Sport button 66
Stability control, refer to
Driving stability control
systems 64
Start/Stop button 44
– starting the engine 45
– switching off the engine 45
Startin
g, refer to Starting the
engine 45
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