open bonnet MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE 2007 Owners Manual

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OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX
INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPSYellow: stop immediately
Flat Tire Monitor
+
The warning lamp indicates a flat
tire or a system malfunction. In the
event of a flat tire, an acoustic signal also
sounds.
Reduce speed immediately and stop the
vehicle.
It is possible that the acoustic signal was
not heard. In this case, in order to deter-
mine if there is a flat tire or a system mal-
function:
1. Switch off the ignition, ignition key posi-
tion 0
2. Switch the ignition back on, ignition key
position 2, or start the engine.
If an acoustic signal sounds, you have a flat
tire. Otherwise, the system has a malfunc-
tion or has failed.
For instructions on how to proceed further,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor, page75 ff.
Red and yellow: continue to drive, but
use great caution
Brake warning lamp together with
yellow indicator lamps for ABS,
CBC, EBD and ASC/DSC:
driving stability control has failed.
Drive cautiously and defensively.
Avoid full brake applications.
Have the system checked as soon
as possible.
More information on page72.
Canadian models display these
warning lamps.
Red: an important reminder
Brake warning lamp with parking
brake applied.
More information on the parking
brake on page54.
Warning lamp in Canadian models.
Fasten safety belts
+
Lights up for several seconds or
until the safety belt has been fas-
tened.
A signal* also sounds depending on the
version.
More information on page46.
Bonnet/tailgate/sliding sunroof
*
Comes on if the bonnet, tailgate or
sliding sunroof is open.
More information on pages29, 35, 114.

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OVERVIEW REPAIRS OPERATIONCONTROLS DATA INDEX
CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOFOpening and closing the sliding
sunroofTo open:
Press button 2 until the desired sunroof
position is reached.
To close:
Press button 1.
The sliding sunroof can be operated up to a
road speed of 75 mph / 120 km/h.Sliding sunroof not completely closedIf the ignition key is in position 0 or
removed and the driver's door is opened,
the following warnings are issued:
>bonnet/tailgate/convertible top indica-
tor lamp
*, refer to page17, comes on
>a signal sounds
>LED in button 1 flashes for a certain time
and then goes out.
Power convertible top So that you can get the most enjoyment
out of your MINI Convertible, please
observe the following tips:
>It is recommended that you close the
convertible top whenever the vehicle is
parked.
The closed convertible top not only pro-
tects the vehicle interior from damage
due to unforeseen bad weather, but also
provides a certain degree of protection
against theft
>Even when the convertible top is closed,
keep valuable items in the locked lug-
gage compartment or in the lockable
glove compartment
>Do not mount any roof rack systems on
the convertible top
>To avoid damage, do not operate the
convertible top at temperatures below
147/–106.
Do not leave the convertible top
folded for more than one day if it is
wet, to prevent permanent damage from
moisture. Do not place any objects on the
convertible top, as they could otherwise fall
off while the convertible top is being oper-
ated and result in damage or personal
injury.<

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BONNET
Do not attempt to service your vehi-
cle if you do not have the required
technical background. If you are not famil-
iar with the regulations to be observed,
have the necessary work on your vehicle
carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a work-
shop that has specially trained personnel
working in accordance with the specifica-
tions of the MINI manufacturer.
Work that is improperly carried out could
result in consequential damage and pose
safety hazards.<
To unlockPull the lever in the right door area beneath
the instrument panel.
To open1. Reach under the bonnet
2. Pull the release lever
3. Open the bonnet.To closeAllow the bonnet to fall from a height of
approx. 1 ft/30 cm.
Make sure that the closing range of
the bonnet is unobstructed, other-
wise personal injury could result.
If it is determined that the bonnet is not
completely closed while driving, stop
immediately and close it securely, also refer
to page17.<

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LAMPS AND BULBS1 Low beamsH7 bulb, 55 watts2High beams H7 bulb, 55 watts
The H7 bulb is pressurized. Therefore,
wear safety glasses and protective
gloves. If the lamp is damaged there is a
risk of injury.<
For checking and adjusting headlamp
aim, please contact your MINI
Dealer. net.
1. Gently pull the retaining wire of the
headlamp cover and guide it outwards
2. Fold down the headlamp cover
3. Disconnect the cable connector from the
bulb socket and pull out the bulb
4. Place the bulb holder on the lower edge
of the mounting and press it in until it
engages in the bulb socket
5. Reconnect the cable connector and
install the headlamp cover again.Xenon lamps*The service life of these bulbs is very long
and the probability of a failure is very low,
provided that they are not switched on and
off an unusual number of times. If one of
these bulbs should nevertheless fail, it is
possible to continue driving with great cau-
tion using the fog lamps, provided traffic
laws in your area do not prohibit this.
Have any work on the xenon lamp
system, including bulb replacement,
carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a work-
shop that has specially trained personnel
working in accordance with the specifica-
tions of the MINI manufacturer. Due to
high voltage, there is a risk of fatal injury if
work on the xenon lamps is carried out
improperly.<
Turn signal indicators, front 21 watt bulb
1. Open the bonnet
2. Reach into the opening for the turn sig-
nal indicators from above
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb holder
while turning it to the left
4. Remove and replace the bulb.Parking lamps and standing lamps5watt bulb
The parking lamps and standing lamps are
integrated in the lamp housing of the turn
signal indicator.
1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull
out
2. Remove and replace the bulb.

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
166
Tires
age108
break-in procedures98
changing135
condition109
damage110
flat tire111,133
inflation pressure104
replacement112
size, refer to New wheels and
tires112
storage113
tread109
wear indicator, refer to Tire
tread109
winter tires113
Tires with emergency
properties, refer to Run-Flat
Tires111
Tools, refer to Onboard tool
kit128
Torque
engine148
lug bolts136
Tow bar144
Tow rope144
Towing143
with automatic
transmission144,145
Towing eyelet143
Tow-starting145 Track width, refer to
Dimensions149,150
Traction grades109
Transmission
automatic transmission with
Steptronic56
manual transmission55
Transmission lock, refer to
Range selection56
Transmission malfunction,
refer to Malfunction58
Transporting children safely50
Transporting securely, refer to
Securing the load94
Trash container, refer to
Ashtray86
Tread depth, refer to Tire
tread109
Treadwear grade108
Trip odometer67
Trunk, refer to Luggage
compartment in the MINI
Convertible91
Turn signal indicators61
indicator lamp19
Turn signal indicators on the
side, bulb replacement131
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions149,150 U
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading108
Units
average consumption71
average speed71
temperature70
Universal garage door
opener88
Universal remote control88
Unlocking
bonnet114
from inside28
from outside26
Used batteries, refer to
Disposal140
Using antifreeze64,118
V
Vacuum cleaner, connecting,
refer to Cigarette lighter
socket87
Valve
core137
dust cap135

remover137
spare137
Valve remover, refer to
Onboard tool kit137 Valve stem and replacement
valve, refer to Onboard tool
kit137
Vanity mirror, illuminated48
Vehicle
battery140
break-in procedures98
care122
dimensions149
loading cargo92
parking100
storage125
washing122
weight151,152
Vehicle battery140
Vehicle identification number,
refer to Engine
compartment115,116
Vehicle illumination, refer to
Lamps60
Vehicle Memory49
Ventilation, draft-free81,84
Ventilation, refer to
Air conditioning system81
Automatic climate control83
Ventilation, refer to Draft-free
ventilation81,84
Volume
luggage
compartment151,152