steering wheel MINI Countryman 2011 User Guide

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1.Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau-
tion. Avoid sudden braking and steering
maneuvers.
2. Check whether the vehicle is equipped with
normal tires or with run-flat tires.
Run-flat tires, refer to page 136, are identi-
fied by a circular symbol containing the let-
ters RSC on the tire sidewall.
When a low inflation pressure is reported, the
Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated.
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Normal tires
1. Identify the damaged tire.
To do so, check the infl ation pressure in all
four tires. The inflatio n pressure display of
the Mobility System, page 152, can be used
for this purpose.
If the inflation pressure is correct in all four
tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not
have been reset. The system must then be
reset.
If it is not possible to identify the damaged
tire, contact your MINI dealer.
2. Use the Mobility System to remedy the flat
tire on the damaged wheel, refer to
page 152.
The use of tire sealant, e.g. Mobility System,
can damage the TPM wheel electronics. In
this case, have the el ectronics checked and
replaced if necessary at your earliest oppor-
tunity.
Run-flat tires*
You can continue driving with a damaged tire at
speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat
tires, do not continue driving; continuing
to drive can result in serious accidents. <
Continued driving with a flat tire
When driving with a damaged tire: 1.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-
vers.
2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph or 80 km/
h.
3. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-
sure in all four tires.
If the inflation pressure is correct in all four
tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not
have been reset. The system must then be
reset.
Possible driving distance with complete loss of
tire inflation pressure:
The distance it is possible to drive depends on
the load and the stress on the vehicle while driv-
ing.
With an average load, it may be possible to drive
for approx. 50 miles/80 km.
When driving with damaged tires, the handling
characteristics change, e. g. the vehicle will skid
sooner when braking, braking distances will be
longer, or self-steerin g response will change.
Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turn-
ing abruptly and driving over obstacles such as
curbs, potholes, etc.
Since the possible driving distance depends to a
considerable degree on the strain exerted on
the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or,
with a gentle driving styl e, can also be longer,
depending on the speed, road condition, exter-
nal temperature, vehicle load, etc.
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a
change in the handling characteristics, e.g.
reduced lane stability during braking, a longer
braking distance and alte red self-steering prop-
erties. <
Vibrations or loud no ises while driving can
indicate complete failure of the tire.
Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a
stop; otherwise, pieces of tire may come off,
which could result in an accident. Do not con-
tinue driving and contac t your MINI dealer.<

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Airbags
The following airbags are located under the
marked covers:
1Front airbags
2 Knee airbag 3
Side airbags in backrests
4 Head airbags at the front and rear
Protective action
Observe the instructions on page 32 to
ensure the best possible personal protec-
tion. <
The front airbags help protect the driver and
front passenger by re sponding to frontal
impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro-
vide adequate restraint. When needed, the head
and side airbags help provide protection in the
event of side impact. The relevant side airbag
supports the side upper body area. The head air
bag supports the head.
The airbags are designed to not be triggered in
every type of collision, e.g. not in minor acci-
dents, certain rollover situations or rear impacts.
Do not apply adhesive materials to the
cover panels of the airbags, cover them or
modify them in any other way.
Keep the dashboard and window on the passen-
g e r s i d e f r e e f r o m o b s t r u c t i o n , i . e . d o n o t c o v e r i t
with adhesive film or co verings, and do not affix
any holders such as for a navigation device or a
mobile phone.
Do not attach seat cove rs, cushions or other
objects not specifically approved for seats with
integral side airbags to the front seats. Do not
hang items of clothing su ch as coats or jackets
over the backrests. Do not attempt to remove
the airbag retention system from the vehicle. Do not modify the individual components of the
syste m o r its w iring in any way. Th is includ es the
upholstery in the center of the steering wheel,
on the instrument cluster, the doors, and the
roof pillars as well as the sides of the headliner.
Do not attempt to remove or dismantle the
steering wheel.<
Do not touch the individual components
immediately after the system has been
triggered, because there is a danger of burns.
Have the testing, repair, removal, and disposal
of airbag generators executed only by your MINI
dealer or a workshop that has the required
explosives licenses.
Otherwise, unprofessional attempts to service
the system could lead to failure in an emergency
or undesired airbag activation, either of which
could result in personal injury. <
Warning notices and information about the air-
bags can also be found on the sun visors.
Automatic deactivation of the front
passenger airbags
The presence of a passenger in the front passen-
ger seat is detected by measuring the resistance
of the human body. The system correspondingly

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Telephone
Overview
The concept
Mobile phones or other external devices, e.g.
audio players, can be connected to the vehicle
via Bluetooth.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue-
tooth® SIG, Inc.
Your MINI is equipped with a complete mobile
phone preparation. After a suitable mobile
phone is paired with the vehicle once, the
mobile phone can be controlled via the radio,
the buttons
* on the steering wheel, and by
voice
*.
It may be necessary for some functions to be
activated by the mobile phone provider. Only make entries when traffic conditions
permit. Do not hold the mobile phone in
your hand while you are driving; use the hands-
free system instead. If you do not observe this
precaution, your being distracted can endanger
vehicle occupants and other road users. <
Snap-in adapter*
The snap-in adapter, refer to page124, makes it
possible to:
> Accommodate the mobile phone.
> Recharge its battery.
> Connect it to an exte rnal antenna of the
vehicle.
This assures a better network connection
and constant sound quality.
A mobile phone that is connected to the vehicle
should not be operated via the mobile phone
keypad; otherwise, ma lfunctions may occur.
Suitable mobile phones
For precise information as to which mobile
phones and external devices with Bluetooth
interfaces are supported by the mobile phone
preparation, go to ww w.mini.com/connectivity.
*

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Accepting a call
Press the button on the radio or on the steer-
ing wheel.
Alternative: Press the button.
Callrejecting
Press the button.
Ending a call
Press the button on the radio or on the steer-
ing wheel.
Alternative: Press the button.
Entering phone numbers
Dialing a number
1.Press the MENU button.
2. Press the button
3. Press the button.
4. Enter the desired phone number using the
0-9 buttons.
To delete the last digit:
Press the button.
5. Press the button on the radio or on the
steering wheel. Alternative:
Press the right rotary knob to dial the phone
number.
For your phone number to be displayed to the
person you are calling, the display of phone
numbers must be enabled by your service pro-
vider.
Keypad dialing
Use keypad dialing to gain access to network
services or to control de
vices, e.g. to remotely
access an answering machine. This requires the
DTMF code.
This function is available if a connection has
been established and the call is being made
using the hands-free system.
1. Press the button.
2. Enter the desired code using the 0-9 but-
tons.
3.
If needed, press and hold the but-
ton on the right or left side to enter special
characters.
Dialing a phone number from the phone
book or from phone numbers stored in a
list
Phone numbers dialed, incoming calls, and
phone book entries are stored in lists when the
mobile phone is connected to the vehicle via
Bluetooth. If the caller is entered in the phone
book, then the name of the entry is displayed
instead of the phone number.
Select the desired name from the list and estab-
lish the connection.
There are five available lists:
> "A-Z"
The entries of the phone book, the SIM
card
*, or the mobile phone, composed of a

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name and phone number, are sorted alpha-
betically.
> "TOP8"
The Top 8 list automatically stores the eight
phone numbers of the phone book that are
dialed the most frequently.
> "LAST8"
The last eight phone numbers you have
dialed are stored automatically. The phone
number dialed last appears at the top of the
list.
> "CALLS"
The phone numbers of the last eight
accepted calls are stored. This requires the
phone number of the caller to have been
transmitted.
> "MISSED"
The phone numbers of the last eight calls
that were not accepted are stored. This
requires the phone number of the caller to
have been transmitted.
Dialing a phone number from the phone
book
The A-Z list is available fo r phone book entries. If
entries with different names, but the same
phone number are transferred from the mobile
phone to the vehicle, only one entry is displayed.
The displays of the phone book entries on the
radio display can differ fr om the displays on the
mobile phone display, e.g. sequence of the first
and last names.
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button. The arrows indicate that
additional letters can be displayed.
Turn the right rotary knob to display addi-
tional letters.
4. Turn the right rotary knob to select the first
letters of the desired entry.
5. Press the button if so desired.
The phone number is dialed.
To display all entries:
1. Turn the right rotary knob to select the first
letters of the desired entry and press the
right rotary knob.
2. Turn the right rotary knob to select the
desired entry and pre ss the right rotary
knob.
The phone number is dialed.
The phone number can also be dialed using the
buttons on the steering wheel or radio:
Press the button.
Editing and dialing a phone number
from the phone book
The phone number of an entry can be edited
before a call. This change is not stored in the
phone book.
1. Select an entry.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button to delete a digit.
4. Enter additional digits using the 0-9 buttons.
5. Press the right rotary knob to dial the phone
number.
Dialing a phone number from the phone
book using buttons on the steering
wheel
1.Press and hold the button to display the
telephone menu.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the steering wheel
to scroll through the phone book.

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3.Press and hold the button to dial the
phone number.
Dialing a phone number stored in a list
To select an entry and establish a connection:
1.Press the MENU button.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the desired button to select
one of the four lists.
4. Turn the right rotary knob to select an entry
and press the right rotary knob to dial the
phone number.
Deleting an individual entry
1.Select the desired entry from the list.
2. Press the button.
Displaying call duration
To display the duration during a call:
Press the button.
Hands-free system
General information
Calls being conducted using the hands-free sys-
tem can be continued using the mobile phone
and vice versa.
From the mobile phone to the hands-
free system
Calls that have been initiated from outside the
Bluetooth range of the ve hicle can be continued
using the hands-free system if the ignition is
switched on.
Depending on the mobile phone, the call is
automatically switched to hands-free mode. If the switch does not occur automatically, then
follow the instructions that appear on the dis-
play of the mobile phone, also refer to the
Owner's Manual for the mobile phone.
From hands-free system to mobile
phone
Calls being conducted using the hands-free sys-
tem can also be continued using the mobile
phone if so desired, de
pending on the mobile
phone.
At this point, follow the instructions that appear
on the display of the mobile phone, also refer to
the Owner's Manual for the mobile phone.
Operation by voice*
The concept
> The mobile phone can be operated without
removing your hand from the steering
wheel.
> In many cases, the entry process is sup-
ported by means of announcements or
questions.
> {... } Verbal instructions to use with the voice
activation system.
> {{...}}
Identifies the anwsers generated by
the voice activation system.
Voice commands
Activating voice activation system
1. Briefly press the button on the steering
wheel.
An acoustic signal indicates that commands
can be spoken aloud. Display on the radio:
2. Say the command.

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Finishing voice input
Press the button on the steering wheel
briefly
or
Possible commands
Having possible commands read aloud
Press the button on the steering wheel.
Possible commands are read aloud.
Each digit can be spoken individually or com-
bined into a sequence to accelerate the entry
process.
Using alternative commands
There are often a number of commands to run a
function, e.g.:
Example: dialing phone numbers
1. Briefly press the button on the steering
wheel.
2. {Dial number }
3. The system replies: {{Please say the num-
ber }}
4. For example: {123 456 7890 }
5. The system replies: {{123 456 7890. Con-
tinue? }}
6. {Dial }
The system replies: {{Dialing number}}
Calling
Dialing phone numbers
The connection to the desired subscriber is
established.
Correcting phone number
Digit sequences can be de leted after the system
has repeated the digits.
The command can be repeated as often as nec-
essary.
Deleting phone number
All digits entered up to this point are deleted.
Redialing
Voice phone book*
Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, it
may be necessary to create your own voice
phone book.
Depending on the equipment you have, the
entries are imported from the mobile phone's
memory or have to be entered independently of
it. In this case, phone numbers stored in the
mobile phone cannot be accessed by voice or
stored in the mobile phone by voice.
Storing the entry
Deleting the entry
{ Cancel }.
{ Help }.
{ Dial name } or {Name }.
1. {Dial number }.
2. Say the phone number.
3. {Dial }.
{Correct number }.
{ Delete }.
{ Redial }.
1. {Save name }.
2. Say the name aloud. Do not exceed a
speaking duration of about 2 seconds.
3. Say the phone number after being
prompted to do so by the system.
4. {Save }.
1. {Delete name }.
2. Say the name when prompted.
3. Confirm the query with {Yes }.

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3.Disengage the bulb holder by pressing down
on the clamping clip, arrow.
4. Remove bulb holder.
5. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turn-
ing it to the left for removal and replace-
ment.
6. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly
clicks into place.
7. Replace the cover panel.
License plate lamps
5 watt bulb, C 5 W
1.Using a screwdriver, push the lamp to the
left in the tab of the lamp housing, arrow 1.
2. Remove the lamp, arrow 2.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Insert the lamp.
Center brake lamp
This lamp uses LED techno logy for operation. In
the event of a malfunction, contact your MINI
dealer or a workshop th at has specially trained
personnel working in acco rdance with the spec-
ifications of your MINI manufacturer.
Repairing a flat tire
Safety measures in the event of a break-
down:
Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving
traffic and switch on the hazard warning flash-
ers.
Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels
are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock. Engage the parking
brake and shift into 1st or reverse gear or place
the selector leve r in position P.
All passengers should be outside the vehicle and
in a safe place, e.g. behind a guardrail.
Erect a warning triangle or warning flasher at the
appropriate distance if necessary. Comply with
all safety guidelines and regulations. <
In the event of a flat ti re, different procedures
should be followed depending on the equip-
ment included in your vehicle:
> MINI Mobility System, refer to the following
section
> Run-flat tires, page 136
MINI Mobility System*
The Mobility System is located under the left
front seat.
Preparations
Use of the MINI Mobility System may be ineffec-
tive if the tire puncture measures approx. 1/8 in/
4 mm or more. Contact the nearest MINI dealer
if the tire cannot be made drivable with the
Mobility System.
Do not remove foreign bodies which have pen-
etrated the tire if possible.
Follow the instructions on using the Mobil-
ity System found on the compressor and
the sealant bottle. <
Remove the adhesive label for the speed limit
from the sealant bottle an d affix it to the steer-
ing wheel.

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Using a tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried
in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or at
the right rear.
The tow fitting can be found under the right
front seat or in the pocket of the tire changing
set
* in the cargo area.
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, the tow
fitting and the vehicle could be damaged. <
Access to screw thread
Press the lower part of the cover. This will push
out the upper edge of the cover, which can then
be removed.
Front
Rear Being towed
Make sure that the igni
tion is switched on,
refer to page 41; otherwise, the low
beams, tail lamps, turn signals, and windshield
wipers may be unavailable. Do not tow the vehi-
cle with just the rear axle raised, as this would
allow the steering to turn. <
There is no power assist while the engine is off.
Thus, braking and steering will require increased
effort.
Switch on the hazard wa rning flashers, depend-
ing on local regulations.
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic transmission
Tow vehicles with automatic transmission
only with a tow truck or with the front
wheels lifted; otherwise, the transmission can be
damaged. <
Towing methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body
and chassis parts, otherwise damage may
result. <
With towbar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the towed vehicle; otherwise, it may
be impossible to maintain control. <
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 angle, please
observe the following:
> Clearance and maneuver ing capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
> The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
attached offset.
Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only,
as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle
could result in damage. <

Everything from A to ZReference
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Battery156
– charging 156
– disposal 29,156
– jump-starting 158
– temporary power failure 156
Battery renewal
– remote control 29
Being towed 160
Bell
– volume 102
Belt tensioner, refer to Safety belts 35
Belts, refer to Safety belts 35
Beverage holders, refer to Cupholders 85
Black ice, refer to External
temperature warning 52
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 77,79
Bluetooth, activating/ deactivating 116
Bottle holders, refer to
Cupholders 85
Brake Assist 60
Brake fluid, refer to Service
requirements 55
Brake lamps
– replacing bulbs 151
Brake pads, breaking in 90
Brake rotors 91
– brakes 90
– breaking in 90
Brake system 90
– breaking in 90
– disc brakes 91
– MINI Maintenance
System 142
Brakes
– ABS 60
– breaking in 90
– MINI Maintenance System 142
– parking brake 43
– service requirements 55
Brakes, refer to Braking
safely 91 Breakdown service, refer to
Roadside Assistance 158
Break-in period 90
Breaking in the clutch 90
Bulb changing, refer to Lamps and bulbs 148
Button for starting the
engine 41
Buttons on the steering wheel 11
C
California Proposition 65
warning 5
Call
– accepting 119
– ending 120
– rejecting 120
Calling, refer to Phone numbers, dialing 120
Can holders, refer to
Cupholders 85
Capacities 179
Car battery, refer to Vehicle
battery 156
Car care 144
Car key, refer to Keys/remote
controls 20
Car phone
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 83
Car phone, refer to
Telephone 114
Car wash
– before driving in 43
Car wash, care 144
Car washes 144 Care
144
– car washes 144
– car-care products 144
– CD/DVD drives 147
– external 144
– high-pressure washers 145
– internal 146
– leather 146
– manual washing 145
– upholstery and fabrics 146
– windows 145
– wiper blades 145
Cargo area 92
– capacity 178
– Comfort Access 28
– lamp 75
– opening from outside 25
– trunk lid, refer to Liftgate 25
Cargo area, expanding 92
Cargo area lamp 75
Cargo area lid, refer to Liftgate 25
Cargo area partition net, refer to Cargo net 94
Cargo loading 95
– securing cargo 96
– stowing cargo 96
– vehicle 92
Cargo net 94
Cargo, securing 96
Carpets, care 146
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 90
CD

player 107
– changing the track 107
– fast forward/reverse 107
– playing a track 107
– random order 107
– starting 107
– volume 102
Center armrest 83
Center brake lamp 152
Center console, refer to Around the center
console 14
Center Rail 84