MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE 2007 Owners Manual

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MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM
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If an air pressure of 26 psi/180 kPa
cannot be reached, unscrew the
hose 1 and drive back and forth
about 33 ft/10 m so that the liquid seal-
ant is distributed in the tire. Afterwards
repeat the procedure.
If an air pressure of 26 psi/180 kPa is still
not reached, the tire is too badly dam-
aged. Please contact the nearest MINI
Dealer.<
5. Turn off compressor 2
6. Unscrew hose 1 from the tire valve
7. Store the MINI Mobility System back in
the vehicle.
The instructions for using the MINI
Mobility System are also given on the
equipment.<
Distributing liquid sealantImmediately drive for approx. 10 minutes,
so that the liquid sealant is uniformly dis-
tributed.
Do not exceed a speed of 40 mph /
60 km/h.
If possible do not drive at a speed lower
than 10 mph / 20 km/h.<
Checking tire inflation pressure1. After driving for approx. 10 minutes, pull
over at a suitable location
2. Screw hose with manometer back onto
the tire valve
3. Check the tire inflation pressures.
The tire inflation pressure must be
at least 18 psi/130 kPa. If it is not,
do not continue driving.<
If 18 psi/130 kPa are displayed:
4. Ignition key position 1:
switch on compressor 2. Correct the tire
inflation pressure to the specified value,
refer to the tire inflation pressure table
on page105
5. Replace the tire as soon as possible.
The use of the MINI Mobility System
may be ineffective with tire damage
larger than approx. 1/6in/4mm. Please
contact the nearest MINI Dealer if the tire
cannot be made drivable with the MINI
Mobility System.<
Driving on
Do not exceed the permitted maxi-
mum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h;
otherwise an accident could happen.<
Replace the defective tire as soon as
possible and have the new wheel/tire
assembly balanced. Have the MINI Mobility
System refilled.<
Tire change setWhen changing a tire, always observe the
safety measures and the procedure for
changing tires starting on page133.
In case of a flat tire the tire change
set is not needed due to the availabil-
ity of the MINI Mobility System.<

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VEHICLE BATTERYStorage locationMINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convert-
ible:
The battery is located in the engine com-
partment, refer to page115.
MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Con-
vertible:
The battery is located in the luggage com-
partment under the floor mat.Battery careThe battery is absolutely maintenance-free,
that is, the original electrolyte will normally
last for the service life of the battery under
moderate climatic conditions. Your MINI
Dealer will be glad to advise you if you have
any questions regarding the battery.Charging the batteryOnly charge the battery in the vehicle via
the terminals in the engine compartment
with the engine switched off, refer to
'Jump-starting', page142.
Disposal
After replacing old batteries, return
the used batteries to your MINI
Dealer or to a recycling point. Maintain the
battery in an upright position for transport
and storage. Secure the battery to prevent
it from tilting during transport.<
Power failureAfter a temporary power failure, e.g. due to
a discharged battery, some of your vehicle's
equipment will function only to a limited
extent and must be reinitialized or read-
justed. Individual settings are also lost and
must be reprogrammed:
>The clock must be reset, refer to page67
>The power windows must be reinitial-
ized, refer to page32
>Radio
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The stations must be reset, refer to the
Owner's Manual for Radio
>Navigation system
*:
It may take some time for its operability
to be restored, refer to the Owner's Man-
ual for Navigation System.

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FUSES
Do not attempt to repair a blown
fuse or replace it with a fuse of a dif-
ferent color or Ampere rating. To do this
could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting
from a circuit overload.<
If a second fuse blows in the same cir-
cuit, have the cause rectified by your
MINI Dealer.<
A fuse allocation diagram is located on the
inside of the fuse box cover panel.
Plastic tweezers and spare fuses can be
found in the fuse box in the vehicle interior.
In the engine compartmentIn the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER
Convertible to the right of the battery.
In the MINI COOPER S and the MINI COO-
PER S Convertible to the right of the air fil-
ter box.
Open the fuse box lid. To do so, press the
clip fastener.
In the vehicle interiorOn the left side of the footwell in the side
trim panel.
Open the fuse box lid. To do so, press the
fastener.

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JUMP-STARTINGWhen your battery is discharged, you can
use two jumper cables to start your vehicle
with power from the battery in a second
vehicle. Correspondingly you can help start
another vehicle. Only use jumper cables
with fully insulated handles on the termi-
nal clamps.Preparing for jump-starting
Do not touch live wiring and cables
on a running engine. There is a risk of
fatal injury if you do this. Carefully observe
the following instructions to avoid per-
sonal injury and/or damage to either vehi-
cle or both vehicles. Make sure that there is
no contact between the bodywork of the
two vehicles to avoid a short circuit haz-
ard.<
1. Check whether the battery of the sup-
port vehicle has 12 Volts and approxi-
mately the same capacity measured in
Ah. These data are printed on the bat-
tery
2. Switch off the engine of the support
vehicle
3. Switch off any electrical systems and
components in both vehicles.Connect the jumper cables
Always adhere to this sequence when
connecting the jumper cables; failure
to observe this procedure can lead to spark-
ing and pose an injury hazard.<
The illustration shows the auxiliary jump-
starting terminal on the MINI COOPER S
and the MINI COOPER S Convertible.
In the MINI COOPER S and the MINI
COOPER S Convertible, the auxiliary jump-
starting terminal, arrow 1, acts as the posi-
tive battery terminal, refer to view of
engine compartment on page116. The
cover is marked with a +.
1. Remove the cover of the battery or open
the cover of the auxiliary jump-starting
terminal:
>MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Con-
vertible:
Remove the battery cover.
To do so, press the two clips simulta-
neously.
>MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S
Convertible:

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JUMP-STARTING TOWING AND TOW-STARTING
Flip open the cover of the auxiliary
jump-starting terminal, arrow 1
2. Connect one terminal clamp of the
plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat-
tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump-
starting terminal of the support vehicle
3. Connect the other terminal clamp of the
plus/+ jumper cable to the positive bat-
tery terminal or to an auxiliary jump-
starting terminal of the vehicle to be
started
Engine or body ground in your MINI or MINI
Convertible: arrow 2.
4. Connect one terminal clamp of the
minus/– jumper cable to the negative
battery terminal or to an engine or body
ground of the support vehicle
5. Connect the second terminal clamp of
the minus/– jumper cable to the nega-
tive terminal of the battery or to the
engine or body ground of the vehicle to
be started.
Performing the jump-start1. Start the engine of the support vehicle
and allow it to run at increased idle
speed for several minutes
2. Start the engine of the other vehicle in
the usual manner.
If the first start attempt is not success-
ful, wait a few minutes before another
attempt in order to allow the discharged
battery to recharge
3. Allow the engines of both vehicles to run
for several minutes.
On the MINI or MINI Convertible:
Before disconnecting the jumper
cables, switch on the lighting, the rear
window defroster and the highest
blower speed to prevent a voltage surge
from the regulator to the electrical sys-
tems and components.<
4. Then disconnect the jumper cables in
the reverse order.
If necessary have the battery checked and
completely charged at a MINI Dealer.
Do not use spray starter fluids to start
the engine.<
Observe all applicable laws and regu-
lations for towing and tow-start-
ing.<
Do not transport any occupant other
than the driver in a vehicle that is
being towed.<
Using the towing eyelet The screw-in towing eyelet is stored in the
onboard tool kit, refer to page128; be sure
that it remains with the vehicle at all times.
It can be attached at the front or rear of
your vehicle.
Use only the towing eyelet supplied
with the vehicle and screw it in firmly
until it stops. Use the towing eyelet for
towing on paved roads only. Avoid subject-
ing the towing eyelet to lateral loads, e.g.
do not lift the vehicle using the towing eye-
let. Otherwise, the towing eyelet and the
vehicle could be damaged.<

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TOWING AND TOW-STARTINGAccess to the threaded socket The illustration shows by way of example
the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER
Convertible.
Pry out the cover in the front or rear
bumper by inserting a screwdriver into the
recess.Being towed
Make sure that the ignition key is in
position 1; otherwise the steering
lock could engage and prevent the vehicle
from being steered. There is no power
assist while the engine is off. Therefore,
you will need to exert more force to brake
and steer the vehicle.<
Turn on the hazard warning flashers, if
required by national regulations. If the
electrical system has failed, clearly identify
the vehicle being towed, e.g. by placing a
sign or a warning triangle in the rear win-
dow.
MINI or MINI Convertible with manual
transmission:
Put the gearshift lever in idle position.
MINI or MINI Convertible featuring auto-
matic transmission with Steptronic:
Only tow vehicles featuring auto-
matic transmission with Steptronic
with a tow truck; otherwise the transmis-
sion can be damaged, refer to page145.<
Overriding the selector lever lock, refer to
page59.Towing methodsIn some countries, it is not permitted to
tow the vehicle with a tow bar or tow rope
on public roads.
Familiarize yourself with the applicable
towing regulations for the country in which
you are driving.
With a tow bar:
The towing vehicle must not be
lighter than the vehicle being towed;
otherwise, vehicle handling can no longer
be controlled.<
The towing eyelets of both vehicles should
be on the same side. If the tow bar can only
be used in a diagonal position, please note
the following:
>Clearance and maneuverability will be
strictly limited in corners
>The inclination of the tow bar produces
lateral force.
Attach the tow bar to the towing eye-
let only. Attaching it to other parts of
the vehicle can result in damage.<
With a tow rope:
When the towing vehicle is driving off,
make sure that the tow rope is taut.
Use nylon ropes or straps for towing
because they prevent sudden jerking
movements. Attach the tow rope to the
towing eyelet only. Attaching it to other
parts of the vehicle can result in damage.<

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TOWING AND TOW-STARTINGWith a tow truck:
Have the MINI or MINI Convertible trans-
ported by a tow truck with a lift sling, or on
a flatbed.
Only tow vehicles featuring auto-
matic transmission with Steptronic
with the front wheels raised or on a special
transport vehicle; otherwise the transmis-
sion can be damaged.
Do not lift the vehicle by the towing eyelet,
nor by parts of the body or chassis. Other-
wise damage could result.<
Tow-starting
Do not tow-start vehicles featuring
automatic transmission with Step-
tronic.
Jump-starting, refer to page142.<
Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever
possible. Jump-start the engine instead,
refer to page142. Vehicles with a catalytic
converter should only be tow-started if the
engine is cold. Vehicles with an automatic
transmission cannot be tow-started.
1. Turn on the hazard warning flashers;
comply with national regulations
2. Turn the ignition key to position 2
3. Engage the 3rd gear
4. Have the vehicle towed with the clutch
completely depressed and then slowly
release the clutch. After the engine has
started, immediately depress the clutch
again completely
5. Pull over at a suitable location, remove
the tow bar or tow rope, and turn off the
hazard warning flashers
6. Have the vehicle checked.

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INDEX TECHNICAL DATA
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Data

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ENGINE DATA
MINI COOPER,
MINI COOPER ConvertibleMINI COOPER S,
MINI COOPER S ConvertibleMINI COOPER S,
MINI COOPER S Convertible
with John Cooper Works Kit
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Displacement
Number of cylinders cu in/cmµ97.5/1,598
497.5/1,598
497.5/1,598
4
Maximum output
at engine speed hp/kW
rpm115/85
6,000168/125
6,000208/155
6,950
Maximum torque
at engine speedlb ft/Nm
rpm111/150
4,500162/220
4,000180/245
4,500