ECU MINI COOPER 2014 Owner's Manual

Run-flat tiresLabel
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels are composed of tires that are self-
supporting to a limited degree.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐
main drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a pressure loss.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 99.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 96.
Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Repairing a flat tire Safety measures in case of a breakdown
Park the vehicle as far away as possible
from passing traffic and on solid ground.
Switch on the hazard warning system.
Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels
are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away by set‐
ting the parking brake.
Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehi‐
cle and ensure that they remain outside the im‐
mediate area in a safe place, such as behind a
guardrail.
If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an ap‐
propriate distance.
Comply with all safety guidelines and regula‐
tions. ◀
Mobility System
The concept
With the Mobility System, minor tire damage
can be sealed quickly to enable continued travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped
into the tires, which seals the damage from the
inside.
The compressor can be used to check the tire
inflation pressure.
Hints▷Follow the instructions on using the Mobi‐
lity System found on the compressor and
sealant bottle.▷Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐
tive if the tire puncture measures approx.
1/8 in/4 mm or more.▷Contact the nearest service center if the tire
cannot be made drivable.▷If possible, do not remove foreign bodies
that have penetrated the tire.▷Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant
bottle and apply it to the steering wheel.▷The use of a tire sealant can damage the
TPM wheel electronics. In this case, have
the electronics checked at the next oppor‐
tunity and have them replaced if necessary.
Storage
The Mobility System is located under the cargo
floor panel in the cargo area.
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Never reach into the engine compart‐
ment
Never reach into the intermediate spaces or
gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise,
there is risk of injury, e.g., from rotating or hot
parts. ◀
Fold down wiper arm
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms are against the windshield, or this
may result in damage. ◀
Opening the hood1.Pull lever in the interior, arrow.
Hood is unlocked2.After the lever is released, pull the lever
again, arrow.
Hood can be opened.
Indicator/warning lamps When the hood is opened, a Check Control
message is displayed.
Closing the hood
Let the hood drop from a height of approx.
16 in/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
Hood open when driving
If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over im‐
mediately and close it securely. ◀
Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the
hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result. ◀
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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 the wheel wrench on the threads
and loosen the lock clockwise rotation.
Compact wheel releases and must be held
with the wheel wrench.4.Lower the compact wheel with the wheel
wrench.5.Unscrewing the wheel wrench6.Pull out the well with compact wheel under
the vehicle toward the rear.7.Remove the spacer and compact wheel of
the well.8.Stow the well and spacer in the vehicle.
Prepare wheel change
1.Follow the Safety instructions, refer to
page 196.2.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.
Lug bolt lock, refer to page 198
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 vehicle
jacking 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
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Wheel mounting1.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
bolts. ◀2.Stow the defective wheel in the cargo area.
The defective wheel cannot be stored in the
compact wheel bracket because of its size.3.Check tire inflation pressure at the next op‐
portunity and correct as needed.4.Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page 98.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer
to page 95.5.Replace the damaged tires as soon as pos‐
sible.
Driving with the compact wheel
Watch the speed when driving with the
compact wheel
Drive conservatively and do not exceed a speed
of 50 mph/80 km/h; otherwise, changed driving
characteristics such as reduced lane stability
while braking, extended braking distance and
changed self-steering properties in the limit
area. ◀
Mounting only one compact wheel
Only a single compact wheel may be
mounted. Reinstall wheels and tires of the orig‐
inal size as quickly as possible; otherwise, there
is a safety risk. ◀
Lug bolt lock
The adapter of the lug bolt lock is located in the
onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 188.▷Lug bolt, arrow 1.▷Adapter, arrow 2.
Removing
1.Attach the adapter to the wheel lug.2.Unscrew the lug bolt.
Remove the adapter after screwing the lug bolt
back on.
Vehicle battery
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐
trolyte will last for the life of the battery.
Your service center will be glad to advise you
on questions regarding the battery.
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Battery replacementUse approved vehicle batteries only
Only use vehicle batteries that have been
approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer;
otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and
systems or functions may not be fully availa‐
ble. ◀
After a battery replacement, have the battery
registered on the vehicle by your service center
to ensure that all comfort functions are fully
available and that any Check Control messages
are no longer displayed.
Charging the battery
Note Do not connect charging devices to the
12 volt socket in the vehicle
Do not connect battery chargers to the factory-
installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as this
may damage the vehicle battery due to an in‐
creased power consumption. ◀
General information Make sure that the battery is always sufficiently
charged to guarantee that the battery remains
usable for its full service life.
The battery may need to be charged in the fol‐
lowing cases:▷When making frequent short-distance
drives.▷If the vehicle is not used for prolonged peri‐
ods, longer than a month.▷Automatic transmission: when parked for
long periods of time in selector lever posi‐
tion D, R or N.
Starting aid terminals
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
starting aid terminals, refer to page 202, in the
engine compartment with the engine off.
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be reinitialized.
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:▷Time: update.▷Date: update.
Disposing of old batteries Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recy‐
cling 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 Hints 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. ◀
Replacing fuse
The fuses are located in the passenger footwell
under the dashboard.
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Towing other vehicles
General information Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle re‐
sponse. ◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage. ◀▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
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:
▷Maneuvering capability is limited during
cornering.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
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. ◀
Tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the
front or rear of the MINI. It is located in the
cargo area under the cargo floor panel in the
onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 188.
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. ◀
Screw thread
Threaded holes for the tow fitting are located in
the front and rear of the vehicle on the right
side with respect to the direction of travel.
Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge.
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Carpets and floor matsNo objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving and create the risk of an
accident.
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in
place.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again after they were removed for cleaning, for
example. ◀
Floor mats can be removed from the passenger
compartment for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and
forth in the direction of travel only.
Sensors/cameras To clean sensors and cameras, use a cloth
moistened with a small amount of glass
cleaner.
Displays/Screens/Projection lenses Cleaning displays and screens
Do not use any chemical or household
cleaning agents; otherwise, surfaces can be af‐
fected. ◀
Keeping out moisture
Keep all fluids and moisture away from
the unit; otherwise, electrical components can
be damaged. ◀
Avoid pressure
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning
and do not use abrasive materials; otherwise,
damage can result. ◀Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
For stubborn soiling on the projection lens of
the Head-up Display, dampen the microfiber
cloth with alcohol. Extending projection lens,
refer to page 84.
Long-term vehicle storage
When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be taken.
Additional information is available from the
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C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera-based cruise control, ACC 110
Camera, care 210
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 120
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 142
Car battery 198
Car care products 208
Care, displays 210
Care, vehicle 208
Cargo 151
Cargo area 138
Cargo area, adapting size 143
Cargo area, enlarging 139
Cargo area lid 39
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 143
Cargo cover 138
Cargo, securing 152
Cargo straps, securing cargo 152
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 210
Car wash 207
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 149
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 186
Center armrest 142
Center console 16
Central screen, refer to Control Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 188
Changing wheels 196
Changing wheels/tires 173
Check Control 72
Children, seating position 55 Children, transporting
safely 55
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 55
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 56
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 55
Child seat, mounting 55
Child seats 55
Chrome parts, care 209
Cigarette lighter 138
Cleaning, displays 210
Climate control 127, 129
Clock 75
Closing/opening via door lock 38
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Clothes hooks 143
Coasting 159
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 159
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 159
Cold starting, refer to Starting the engine 60
Collision warning with City Braking function 100
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals 64
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 64
Comfort Access 40
Compact wheel 196
Compartments in the doors 142
Compass 135
Compressor 175
Computer 79
Condensation on win‐ dows 131
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 150
Condition Based Service CBS 186 Configuring drive pro‐
gram 109
Confirmation signal 42
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 81
Controller 18, 19
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 106
Convenient opening 37
Coolant 185
Coolant temperature 74
Cooling function 128, 131
Cooling, maximum 130
Cooling system 185
Cornering lamp 87
Corrosion on brake discs 150
Cruise control 116
Cruise control, active 110
Cruise control, refer to cam‐ era-based cruise control 110
Cruising range 75
Cupholder 142
Current fuel consumption 75
D
Damage, tires 173
Damping control, dy‐ namic 107
Data, technical 214
Date 75
Daytime running lights 87
Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows 128
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 131
Defrosting the windows 128
Dehumidifying, air 128, 131
Destination distance 80
Diesel particulate filter 149
Digital clock 75
Digital compass 135
Dimensions 214
Dimmable exterior mirrors 53
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Direction indicator, refer toTurn signals 64
Display, electronic, instrument cluster 72
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 89
Displays 71
Displays, cleaning 210
Disposal, coolant 185
Disposal, vehicle battery 199
Distance control, refer to PDC 118
Distance to destination 80
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock, refer to Remote control 34
Drive mode, GREEN mode 156
Drive-off assistant 109
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 106
Driving Dynamics Control 108
Driving Excitement, SPORT 80
Driving instruction, GREEN mode 158
Driving instructions, breaking in 148
Driving mode 108
Driving notes, general 148
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 106
Driving style analysis 160
Driving tips 148
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 106
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 107
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 107
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 106
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 107 E
Electronic displays, instrument cluster 72
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 106
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 164
Emergency Request 201
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 202
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Emergency unlocking, door lock 39
Energy Control 75
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 61
Engine, automatic switch- off 61
Engine compartment 180
Engine compartment, working in 180
Engine coolant 185
Engine idling when driving, coasting 159
Engine oil 182
Engine oil, adding 183
Engine oil additives 183
Engine oil change 184
Engine oil filler neck 183
Engine oil temperature 74
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 184
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 184
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 202
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 60
Engine stop 60
Engine temperature 74 Entering a car wash 207
Equipment, interior 133
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 106
Exchanging wheels/tires 173
Exhaust system 149
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 53
Exterior mirrors 52
External start 202
External temperature dis‐ play 75
External temperature warn‐ ing 75
Eyes for securing cargo 152
F
Failure message, refer to Check Control 72
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 43
Fan, refer to Air flow 128, 130
Fault displays, refer to Check Control 72
Favorites buttons, onboard monitor 24
Filler neck for engine oil 183
Fine wood, care 209
First aid kit 202
Fitting for towing, refer to Tow fitting 205
Flat tire, changing wheels 196
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 97
Flat tire, repairing 175
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 94
Flat tire, warning lamp 95, 98
Flooding 149
Floor carpet, care 210
Floor mats, care 210
Fogged up windows 128
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 66
Foot brake 149
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Internet site 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 76
J
Jacking points for the vehicle jack 196
Joystick, automatic transmis‐ sion 68
Jump-starting 202
K Key/remote control 34
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 40
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile 35
Kickdown, automatic trans‐ mission 68
Knee airbag 91
L Lamp replacement 189
Lamp replacement, front 190
Lamp replacement, rear 192
Lamp replacement, side 195
Lamps and bulbs 189
Language on Control Dis‐ play 82
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 152
LATCH child restraint fixing system 56
Launch Control 70
Leather, care 208
LED bug light 190
LED headlamps 190
LED ring, central instrument cluster 82
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 189
Left-hand traffic, lamp set‐ ting 89 Letters and numbers, enter‐
ing 24
Light 86
Light-alloy wheels, care 209
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 189
Lighter 138
Lighting 86
Lighting via remote con‐ trol 37
Light switch 86
Load 152
Loading 151
Lock, door 38
Locking/unlocking via door lock 38
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 37
Locking, automatic 42
Locking, settings 42
Low beams 86
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 88
Lower back support, mechani‐ cal 48
Lug bolt lock 198
Luggage rack, refer to Roof- mounted luggage rack 152
Lumbar support, mechani‐ cal 48
M
Maintenance 186
Maintenance require‐ ments 186
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 76
Maintenance system, MINI 186
Malfunction displays, refer to Check Control 72
Manual air distribu‐ tion 128, 130
Manual air flow 128, 130 Manual mode, transmis‐
sion 68
Manual operation, door lock 38
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 52
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 164
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 119
Manual operation, rearview camera 121
Manual transmission 67
Manufacturer of the MINI 7
Marking on approved tires 174
Marking, run-flat tires 175
Master key, refer to Remote control 34
Maximum cooling 130
Maximum speed, display 77
Maximum speed, winter tires 174
Measure, units of 82
Medical kit 202
Menu in instrument cluster 78
Menus, refer to onboard mon‐ itor operating concept 20
Microfilter 129, 132
MID - program, driving dy‐ namics 108
MINI Connected, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
MINI maintenance sys‐ tem 186
MINIMALISM Analyser 160
MINIMALISM info 159
Minimum tread, tires 172
Mirrors 52
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 149
Mobility System 175
Mode, GREEN Mode 156
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 7
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