fog light MINI Countryman 2011 Owner's Manual
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CockpitAT A GLANCE
 15
1Microphone for voice activation system* 
and for telephone in hands-free mode*
2Indicator/warning lamp* for front passen-
ger airbags 69
4 Hazard warning flashers
5 Speedometer 12
6 Radio/CD
7 Air conditioner or automatic climate 
control
*76 8
Switches in the center console
9 Buttons in the center console
10 AUX-IN connection
USB audio interface
*109
3
Reading lamps
*75
Ambient lighting
*75
Glass roof, electric
*29
Interior lamps 75
Temperature
Recirculated-air mode
Air distribution for air conditioner
Air distribution to the windshield
*
Air distribution to  the upper body 
area
*
Air distribution to the footwell*
Automatic air distribution and flow 
rate
*
Maximum cooling*
Cooling function
Defrosting windows*
Rear window defroster 
Windshield heating
*
Air flow rate
Seat heating
*35
Power windows, front 30
Power windows, rear 30
Central locking system, inside 24
Fog lamps
*74
Safety switch for power windows in 
rear passenger compartment 31
Sport button
*62
Driving stability control systems
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 60
Dynamic Traction Control
 
DTC*61 
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LampsControls
 71
Lamps
Parking lamps/low beams
0Lamps off and daytime running lights
1 Parking lamps and daytime running lights
2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps
3 Automatic headlamp control
*, daytime run-
ning lights, welcome lamps, and Adaptive 
Light Control
*
When you open the driver's door with the igni-
tion switched off, the exterior lighting is auto-
matically switched off if the light switch is in 
position 0, 2  or 3.
Switch on the parking lamps if necessary, switch 
position  1.
Parking lamps
Turn the light switch to position  1. 
The front, rear and side  vehicle lighting is 
switched on.
Activation of lights on one side of the vehicle for 
parking, page 74.
The parking lamps will discharge the bat-
tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for 
unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat-
tery might not have enough power to start the 
engine. <
Low beams
Turn the light switch to position  2.
The low beams come on when the ignition is on.
Automatic headlamp control*
When the switch is in position 3, the low beams 
are switched on and of f automatically depend-
ing on ambient light condit ions, e.g. in a tunnel, 
in twilight, or if there is  precipitation. Adaptive 
Light Control
* is active.
The headlamps may also come on when the sun 
is sitting low on a blue sky.
When driving into tunnels with bright overhead 
lights, there may be a delay before the head-
lamps come on.
The low beams remain  switched on indepen-
dent of the ambient lighting conditions when 
you switch on the fog lamps
*.
If the daytime running  lights are activated, 
page 72, the low beams are al ways switched on 
with the light switch in position 3 and the igni-
tion on. The exterior  lamps are automatically 
switched off after the vehicle is parked.
The automatic headlamp control cannot 
serve as a substitute for your personal 
judgment in determin ing when the lamps 
should be switched on  in response to ambient 
lighting conditions. For example, the system 
cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid 
safety risks, you should  respond to these kinds 
of low-visibility situations by switching the head-
lamps on manually. <
Welcome lamps
If you leave the light switch in the low beam or 
automatic headlamp control position when you 
switch off the ignition, the parking lamps and 
interior lamps come on fo r a certain time as soon 
as the vehicle is unlocked.
Pathway lighting
If you activate the headlamp flasher after 
switching off the ignition with the lamps 
switched off, the lo w beams come on and 
remain on for a certain time. 
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ControlsLamps
74
High beams/
roadside parking lamps
1Turn signals/roadside parking lamps*
2Switching on  high beams
3 Switching off high beams/headlamp flasher
Roadside parking lamps, left or right*
The vehicle can be illuminated on one side for 
parking. Comply with local regulations when 
doing so.
Switching on
After parking the vehicle, press and hold the 
lever up or down, arrow  1.
The roadside parking lamps drain the bat-
tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for 
unduly long periods of  time; otherwise, the bat-
tery might not have enough power to start the 
engine. <
Switching off
Press the lever up or down  to the pressure point.
Fog lamps*
Press the button to switch the lamps on and off.
Fog lamps*
The parking lamps or low beams must be 
switched on for the fog lamps to operate. The 
green indicator lamp lights up when the fog 
lamps are switched on.
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the fog 
lamps are switched off when you activate the 
headlamp flasher or switch on the high beams.
If the automatic headlamp control is acti-
vated, the low beams will come on auto-
matically when you switch on the fog lamps. <
Instrument lighting
You can adjust the brightness of the instrument 
lighting only when the parking lamps or the low 
beams are on.
Increasing brightness
Press and hold the button until the desired 
brightness is reached. 
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Replacing componentsMobility
 149
tional laser diodes, and legislation defines them 
as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers or expose the 
eyes directly to the unfiltered light source 
for several hours; otherw ise, this could cause 
irritation of the retina. <
Headlamp glass lens
In cool or humid weather, condensation may 
occur on the interior of outside lights. The con-
densation disappears a short time after the light 
is switched on. The headlamps do not need to 
be changed. If a lot of moisture is present, e.g. 
water droplets in the light, have them checked 
by your service center.
Xenon lamps*
The service life of these bulbs is very long and 
the probability of failure very low, provided that 
they are not switched on  and off an excessive 
number of times. If a xenon lamp fails neverthe-
less, switch on the fog  lamps and continue the 
journey with great care, provided that local leg-
islation does not prohibit this.
Have any work on the xenon lamp system, 
including bulb replac ement, carried out 
only by a MINI dealer  or a workshop that has 
specially trained personnel working in accor-
dance with the specifications of the MINI manu-
facturer. Due to high voltage, there is a risk of 
fatal injury if work on the xenon lamps is carried 
out improperly. <
Halogen low beams and high beams
H13 bulb, 60/55 watts
The H13 bulb is pressurized. Therefore, 
wear safety glasses an d protective gloves. 
Otherwise, there is a risk of injury if the bulb is 
damaged. <
Be careful when insta lling the cover; oth-
erwise, leaks could occur and cause dam-
age to the headlamp system. <
Accessing the lamp from the engine 
compartment
The low-beam/high-beam bulb can be changed 
from the engine compartment.
Removing the cover:
1.Press the tab.
2. Flip open the cover and take it out of the 
holder.
Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat-
tach the cover. Be careful when insta lling the cover; oth-
erwise, leaks could occur and cause dam-
age to the headlamp system. <
Replacing the bulb
1.Turn the lamp counterclockwise, arrow 1, 
and remove it, arrow 2. 
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Replacing componentsMobility
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Replacing a fog lamp bulb
H8 bulb, 35 watts
1.Turn in the wheel.
2. Remove cover  2.
To do so, turn the cover counterclockwise.
3. Pull the cable connector.
4. Unscrew the lower bulb counterclockwise.
5. To insert the new bulb and replace the 
cover, proceed in reverse order.
Side turn signals
5watt bulb, W5W
1.Open hood.
2. Squeeze clamping clip, arrows, and remove 
bulb holder.
3. Unscrew bulb counterclockwise and 
replace.
4. To insert the new bulb and replace the 
cover, proceed in reverse order.
Side marker lamps
Have these bulbs replaced by your MINI dealer.
Tail lamps
Bulb P 21 W
1Brake/tail lamp
2 Turn signal
3 Brake/tail lamp
4 Backup lamps
5 Backup lamps
Changing
All bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder.
1.Switch off the light and remove the infrared 
remote control from  the ignition lock.
2. Push the cover panel out from the rear of the 
cargo area side trim panel and remove it. 
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MobilityIndicator and warning lamps
162
Indicator and warning lamps
Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var-
ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1  or
2. Refer to the table for information on causes 
and how to react. Note whether a lamp lights up 
alone or in combination with another. Some 
lamps can light up in different colors. Corre-
sponding distinctions  are made in the text.
12Cause What to do
Turn signals
High beams/headlamp flasher 
switched on
Fog lamps switched on
Rear fog lamp switched on
Fasten safety belts Fasten your safety belt, refer also to 
page36.
Indication in US models
Parking brake applied Release the parking brake.
Indication in Canadian models
Parking brake applied Release the parking brake.
External temperature warning Drive  cautiously, refer also to page52. 
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MobilityIndicator and warning lamps
172
Selector lever position P not engaged. 
Ignition cannot be switched offEngage selector lever position P when 
you wish to switch off the ignition, 
page
41.
Cruise control system fail edHave the system checked.
Park Distance Control fail edHave the system checked.
Bulb of exterior lighting system failed Have the exterior lighting checked as 
soon as possible.
Low-beam headlamp  or fog lamp 
failed Have the lamps checked as soon as 
possible.
High-beam headlamp failed Have the high-beam headlamps 
checked.
Rear fog lamp failed Have the rear fog lamp checked.
Adaptive Light Control has failed
Coolant level too low Add coolant immediately, page140.
Engine oil pressure too low Stop immediately and  switch off the 
engine. You cannot continue your 
journey. Contact your MINI dealer.
Lights up in red:
Service appointment overdue Arrange a service appointment.
Check service requirements, page 55.
Lights up in yellow:
Service due Arrange a service appointment.
Check service requirements, page 55.
12Cause What to do 
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ReferenceEverything from A to Z
182
Center Rail, refer to Storage compartments 84
Central locking system 21
– Comfort Access 27
– from inside 24
– from outside 21
– setting unlocking 
behavior 21
Changing bulbs 148
Changing wheels 155
Chassis number, refer to  Engine compartment 139
Check Control 57
Child restraint fixing system  LATCH 39
Child restraint systems 38
Child seats 38
Child-safety locks 40
Chrome parts, care 146
Chrome parts, refer to  Care 144
Cigarette lighter 85
Cleaning headlamps 48
– washer fluid 49
Clock
– 12 h/24 h mode 54
– setting time 57
Closing
– from inside 24
– from outside 21
Clothes hooks 85
Cockpit 10
Cold start, refer to Starting the 
engine 42
Comfort Access 27
– replacing the battery 29
– what to observe before  entering a car wash 29
Comfort area, refer to Around 
the center console 14
Compartment for remote  control, refer to Ignition 
lock 41
Compressed audio files 107
Computer 52
Condensation, refer to When  the vehicle is parked 92Condition Based Service 
CBS 142
Configuring settings, refer to  Personal Profile 20
Connecting vacuum cleaner,  refer to Connecting electrical 
appliances 86
Consumption, refer to Average  fuel consumption 52
Controls and displays 10
Convenient access, refer to  Comfort Access 27
Convenient operation
– windows 22
Convenient start, refer to 
St
 arting the engine 42
Coolant 140
– checking level 141
– filling 141
– temperature 141
Coolant temperature 141
Cooling fluid, refer to 
Coolant 140
Cooling, maximum 79
Copyright 2
Cornering light, refer to  Adaptive Light Control 73
Cruising range 52
Cupholders 85
Curb weight, refer to 
Weights 178
Current fuel consumption 52
D
Dashboard instruments, refer 
to Displays 12
Dashboard lighting, refer to  Instrument lighting 74
Dashboard, refer to Cockpit 10
Data 176
– capacities 179
– dimensions 177
– engine 176
– weights 178
Data memory 143 Date
– setting
57
Date setting 103
Daytime running lights 72
DBC Dynamic Brake Control,  refer to Brake Assist 60
Deactivating front passenger 
airbags 68
Deadlocking, refer to  Locking 22
Defect
– door lock 24
– fuel filler flap 128
Defogging windows 78,80
Defrost position, refer to  Defrosting windows 78,80
Defrosting windows 78,80
Defrosting windows and  removing condensation
– air conditioner 78
– automatic climate control 80
Defrosting windshield, refer to 
Defrosting windows 78,80
Differential, breaking in 90
Digital radio, refer to HD 
Radio 105
Dimensions 177
Dipstick, engine oil 139
Directional indicators, refer to  Turn signals 46
Displacement, refer to Engine  data 176
Display lighting, refer to 
Instrument lighting 74
Displays 12
– instrument cluster 12
Displays and controls 10
Displays, care 147
Disposal
– of coolant 140
– remote control battery 29
– vehicle battery 156
Distance remaining to service,  refer to Service 
requirements 55
Distance warning,  refer 
to Park 
Distance Control PDC 59 
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ReferenceEverything from A to Z
184
Flat Tire Monitor FTM62
– indicating a flat tire 63
– initializing the system 63
– snow chains 63
– system limits 63
Flat tires, refer to Tire  condition 135
Floor mats, care 146
Floor plate, refer to Flat load  floor 94
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb 150
Folding rear seat backrest 92
Footbrake, refer to Braking  safely 91
Footwell lamps 75
For your own safety 5
Four-wheel drive, refer to  ALL4 62
Front airbags 68
Front fog lamps 74
– indicator lamp 162
– replacing bulb 150
Front seat adjustment 33
Frost on windows, refer to 
Defrosting windows 78,80
FTM, refer to Flat Tire  Monitor 62
Fuel 129
– gauge 51
– high-quality brands 129
– quality 129
– specifications 129
– tank capacity 179
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel  gauge 51
Fuel consumption display
– average fuel consumption 52
Fuel display, refer to Fuel 
gauge 51
Fuel filler flap 128
– releasing in the event of 
electrical malfunction 128
Fuses 156G
Garage door opener, refer to 
Integrated universal remote 
control 81
Gasoline
– refer to Average fuel 
consumption 52
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel  gauge 51
Gasoline, refer to Required  fuel 129
Gear indicator
– automatic transmission with  Steptronic 44
Gear shifting
– automatic transmission 44
– manual transmission 43
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with  Steptronic 44
– manual transmission 43
General driving notes 90
Glass roof, electric 29
– convenient operation 22,24
– opening, closing 30
– remote control 22
– tilting 29
Glove compartment 83
Grills, refer to Air vents 76
Gross vehicle weight, refer to  Weights 178
H
Halogen lamps
– replacing bulb 149
Handbrake, refe r to Parking 
brake 43
Hands-free system 14,122
Hazard warning flashers 14
HD Radio 105
Head airbags 68
Head Light, refer to Adaptive  Light Control 73
Head restraints 34
– sitting safely 32 Headlamp control, 
automatic 71
Headlamp flasher 46
– indicator lamp 11,162
Headlamp glass lens 149
Headlamps
– replacing bulb 149
Headlamps, care 145
Heated
– mirrors 36
– rear window 77,79
– seats 35
Heating 76
– mirrors 36
– rear window 77,79
– seats 35
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing  cargo 96
Height adjustment
– seats 33
– steering wheel 37
Height, refer to 
Dimensions 177
High beams 74
– headlamp flasher 74
– indicator lamp 162
– replacing bulb 149
High water, refer to Driving 
through water 91
Hill Assist 62
Hills 91
Holders for cups 85
Homepage 4
Hood 138
Horn 10
Hot exhaust system 90
Hydroplaning 91
I
IBOC, refer to HD Radio 105
Ice warning, refer to External 
temperature warning 52
Ignition 41
– switched off 42
– switched on 41 
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Everything from A to ZReference
 187
P
Paintwork, care145
Park Distance Control PDC 59
Parking
– vehicle 42
Parking aid, refer to Park 
Distance Control PDC 59
Parking brake 43
Parking lamps, replacing 
bulb 150
Parking lamps/low beams 71
Parts and accessories, refer to 
Your individual vehicle 4
Pathway lighting 71
PDC
– volume 102
Personal Profile 20
Phone numbers
– dialing 120
Pinch protection system
– windows 31
Plastic parts, care 146
Playing a track scan
– CD 107
Pollen
– refer to Microfilter for air  conditioner 78
– refer to  Microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic 
climate control 80
Power failure 156
Power window
– safety switch 31
Power windows 30
Power windows, refer to  Windows 30
Pressure monitoring of tires, 
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 
TPM 64
Pressure monitoring, tires 62
– Flat Tire Monitor 62
Pressure, tires 130 Protective function, refer to 
Pinch protection system
– windows 31
PTY 104
Puncture
– Flat Tire Monitor 62
R
Radio
– HD Radio105
Radio key, refer to Integrated  key/remote control 20
Radio MINI Boost CD
– playing stations 104
– recalling stations 104
– satellite radio 105
– station search 103
– storing stations 104
– switching on/off 102
– tone control 103
– volume 102
Radio position, refer to Radio  readiness 41
Radio readiness 41
– switched off 42
– switched on 41
Rain sensor 47
Range, refer to Cruising  range 52
RDS 104
Reading lamps 75
Rear fog lamp
– indicator lamp 162
Rear lamps
– bulb replacement 151
Rear lamps, refer to Tail  lamps 151
Rear seat backrest, folding 92
Rear seats
– adjusting 34
– folding down the 
backrests 92
Rear window
– windshield wiper 48
Rear window defroster 77,79 Rear window safety switch
31
Rear-mounted luggage  rack 97
Rearview mirror, refer to 
Mirrors 36
Reception
– quality 104
– radio station 103
Recirculated-air mode 77,79
Recirculation of air, refer to 
Recirculated-air 
mode 77,79
Reclining seat, refer to 
Backrest 33
Refueling 128
Releasing
– hood 138
Remote control 20
– battery renewal 29
– Comfort Access 27
– garage door opener 81
– liftgate 23
– malfunct
 ions23,29
– service data 142
Replacement remote 
control 20
Replacing bulbs, refer to  Lamps and bulbs 148
Replacing tires, refer to New  wheels and tires 136
Reporting safety defects 6
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel  gauge 51
Reservoir for washer  systems 49
Reset, refer to Resetting tone 
settings 103
Restraint systems
– for children 38
– refer to Safety belts 35
Reverse
– CD 107
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with  Steptronic 44
– manual transmission 43