width MINI Countryman 2011 Owner's Manual (Mini Connected)

MOBILITYWheels and tires
194
Tire identification marks
Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire
makes it easier to identify and choose the right
tires.
Tire size
Speed letter
Q = up to 100 mph or 160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph or 190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph or 210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph or 240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph or 270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph or 300 km/h
Tire Identification Number
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the
US Department of Transportation.
DOT code:
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Tread wear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades
Tread wear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition
to these grades. <
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half (1 γ) times as
well on the government co urse as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditio ns of their use, how-
ever, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test sur-
faces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not incl ude acceleration, corner-
ing, hydroplaning, or pe ak traction characteris-
tics. <
Temperature
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor labo ratory test wheel. Sus-
tained high temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
e.g.
Nominal width in mm
Aspect ratio
in Ξ
Radial belt construction
Rim diameter in inches
Load rating,
not on ZR tires
Speed code letter, in
front of the R on ZR tires225/45 R 17 91 V
For instance:
Manufacturer's
code for tire make
Tire size and
tire design
Tire ageDOT xxxx xxx 0211

MOBILITYCare
204
Care
Car-care products
Regular cleaning and care helps to maintain the
value of your MINI.
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends
using manufacturer-approved products to clean
and care for your vehicle.
Your MINI dealer would be pleased to advise
you on cleaning and care products and services
for your MINI.The ingredients of original MINI Care Prod-
ucts have been tested, and the products
have been tested in the laboratory and in prac-
tice. They offer optimum care and protection for
your vehicle. <
Do not use any cleansers containing alco-
hol or solvents as these may cause dam-
age. <
Cleaning agents may contain hazardous
or health-damaging substances. Follow
the warning and hazard instructions on the
packaging. For interior cleaning, always open
the doors or windows of the vehicle.
Do not use any products that are not intended
for cleaning the vehicle. <
External care
Washing your vehicle
Especially during the winter months the
vehicle should be frequently washed. Dirt
and road salt can damage the vehicle. <
After washing the vehicle, apply the
brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise,
water can reduce braking efficiency over the
short term and the brake rotors can corrode. <
Car washes
Preference should be given to cloth car washes.
Do not use automatic high-pressure car
washes; otherwise, water may drip into
the vehicle around the windows. <
Before driving in to the car wash, check if the sys-
tem is suitable for your MINI. Observe the fol-
lowing points:
> Vehicle dimensions, page 225
> If necessary: fold in the outside mirrors,
page 41
> Maximum permissible tire width
Avoid car washes with tracks higher than
4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the chassis could
be damaged. <
Preparations for driving into the car wash:
> Unscrew the rod antenna.
> Deactivate the rain sensor
* to prevent unin-
tentional wiping.
> Deactivate rear window wiper and protect it
from damage. Ask the car wash operator
about measures that can be taken to protect
the wipers.
> Remove additional atta chments, e.g. spoil-
ers or telephone antennas, if there is a pos-
sibility that they could be damaged.
> Inserting the remote control into the ignition
lock.
Automatic transmission
Before driving into the car wash, make sure that
the vehicle can roll:
1.Place the remote control, even with Comfort
Access, in the ignition lock.
2. Move the selector le ver to position N.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Switch off the engine.

Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
247
Switching on
– audio130
– CD player 130
– radio 130
Switching the cooling function on and off 87
Symbols 4
– status information 19
T
Tachometer55
Tail lamp, refer to Tail
lamps 211
– replacing bulb 211
Tail lamps 211
Tank volume, refer to Capacities 226
Target cursor for
navigation 114
Tasks 180
Technical data 224
Technical modifications 5
Telephone
– hands-free system 160,172
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 91
– voice commands 172
Telephone receiving power, refer to Status
information 19
Temperature display
– setting the units 58
Temperature of coolant, refer to Coolant temperature 201
Temperature setting
– air conditioner 84
– automatic climate control 86
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control 53
Tensioning straps, refer to Securing cargo 102
Text message 179
The individual vehicle 4
Third brake lamp, refer to
Center brake lamp 212
Three-point safety belt 40Tightening the lug bolts
– torque
216
Tightening torque, refer to Tightening lug bolts 216
Tire failure
– Flat Tire Monitor 71
– indicator/warning lamp 71
– MINI Mobility System 212
– run-flat tires 71
– Tire Pressure Monitor 72
Tire inflation pressure 190
– loss 71,72
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 72
– limitations of system 72
– resetting system 73
– warning lamp 73
Tire pressure mo nitoring, refer
to Flat Tire Monitor 69
Tire Quality Grading 194
Tires
– age 196
– breaking in 96
– changing, refe r to Changi
ng
wheels 214
– condition 195
– damage 195
– inflation pressure 190
– inflation pressure loss 73
– minimum tread depth 195
– new tires 196
– pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 69
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 72
– puncture 71
– size 194
– wear indicators, refer to Minimum tread depth 195
– winter tires 197
– with emergency operation properties 196
Tires with emergency operation properties, refer to
Run-flat tires 196
Tires with safety features, refer
to Run-flat tires 196 TMC station, refer to Traffic
information 122
Tone
– middle setting 131
Tone during audio playback
– adjusting 131
Torque 224
– lug bolts 216
Tow bar 220
Tow fitting 220
– screw thread 220
Tow fittings for tow-starting and towing away 220
Tow rope 221
Towing 219
– car with automatic
transmission 220
– methods 220
Tow-starting 219
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 72
Track
– selecting on CD 140
Track width, refer to Dimension 225
Traction control, refer to
– Dynamic Stability Control DSC 67
Traffic bulletins
– categories 124
Traffic bulletins, filtering 124
Traffic congestion
– displaying traffic
information 122
– refer to Route, bypassing segments 120
Traffic information for navigation
– displaying 123
Tr

affic information in
navigation
– screen display in the map
view 124

REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
248
Transmission
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 48
– manual transmission 48
– overriding selector lever lock for automatic transmission
with Steptronic 50
Transport securing devices, refer to Securing cargo 102
Transporting children safely 43
Tread depth, refer to Minimum tire tread 195
Treble, refer to Tone
control 131
Trip computer 57
Trip odometer 55
Trip-distance counter, refer to Trip odometer 55
Triple turn si gnal activation 50
Turn signal 50
– front, replacing bulb 210
– indicator lamp 12,13
– rear, replacing bulb 211
– side, replacing bulb 211
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions 225
Tying down load s, refer to
Cargo loading 102
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
UTQR 194
Units
– average fuel consumption 58
– temperature 58
Universal garage door opener, refer to Integrated universal
remote control 88
Universal remote control 88
Unlatching, refer to Unlocking 33 Unlocking
– from inside
30
– from outside 27
– liftgate 33
– setting unlocking behavior 27
– without remote control, refer
to Comfort Access 32
Updating the navigation data 108
Upholstery, care 206
USB audio interface 143
USB interface 90
V
Vehicle
– battery216
– breaking in 96
– cargo loading 98
– dimensions 225
– identification number, refer
to Engine compartment 199
– parking 47
– storage 207
– weight 226
Vehicle jack
– jacking points 215
Ventilation
– air conditioner 87
Ventilation, refer to Climate control 83
Vents, refer to Air vents 83
Vents, refer to Ventilation 87
Voice commands
– overview 21
– short commands 227
– telephone 172
Voice instructions for
navigation system 122
– repeating 122
– switching on/off 122
– volume 122
Voice phone book 173Volume
130
– audio sources 130
– mobile phone 157,168
– voice instructions 122
Volume balance, tone setting 131
Volume of cargo area 226
W
Warning and indicator
lamps 13
Warning messages, refer to
Check Control 62
Warning triangle 218
Washer fluid 53
– capacity of reservoir 53
Washer fluid reservoir 53
Washer/wiper system
– washer fluid 53
Waste tray, refer to Ashtray 92
Water on roads, refer to
Driving through water 97
Waterfall lighti ng, refer to
Ambient lighting 82
Waveband for radio 132
Wear indicators in tires, refer to Minimum tread depth 195
Weights 226
Welcome lamps 79
Wheelbase, refer to Dimensions 225
Wheels and tires 190
Wheels, new 196
Width, refer to Dimensions 225
Window washer, refer to Washer fluid 53
Window washer reservoir,
refer to Washer fluid
– volume, refer to Capacities 226
Window washer system 51
– washer fluid 53
– washer jets 52