steering MINI Countryman 2015 (Mini Connected) Owner's Guide

Maximum speed of winter tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then display a corresponding sign in the field of
vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire
specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and ac‐
cidents can occur. ◀
Run-flat tires When mounting new tires or changing fromsummer to winter tires or vice versa, use run-
flat tires for your own safety. Also, a compact
wheel is not available in case of a flat tire. Your
service center will be glad to advise you.
Rotating wheels between axles
Different wear patterns occur on the front and
rear axles, depending on the individual condi‐
tions of use.
To ensure even wear on the tires, the wheels
can be rotated between the axles. Your service
center will be glad to advise you.
After changing the tires, check the tire inflation
pressure and correct it if necessary.
Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.Run-flat tires
Label
The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle
with the letters RSC on the sidewall.
Run-flat tires are tires that support themselves
for a limited period of time, and they may also
come with special rims. The sidewall reinforce‐
ment ensures that the tire can continue to be
used to a limited extent if it has lost pressure
and even if it has become completely depres‐
surized.
For continued driving in the event of a flat tire,
refer to page 85.
Correcting a flat tire Safety measures in case of a breakdown
▷Park the vehicle as far as possible
from passing traffic and on solid
ground. Switch on the hazard warn‐
ing system.▷Let the steering wheel lock engage with the
wheels in the straight-ahead position, set
the parking brake, and engage first gear or
reverse, or engage selector lever position P.▷Have all vehicle occupants get out of the
vehicle and ensure that they remain out‐
side the immediate area in a safe place,
such as behind a guardrail.Seite 224MOBILITYWheels and tires224
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▷If a warning triangle or portable hazard
warning lamp is required, set it up on the
roadside at an appropriate distance from
the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all
safety guidelines and regulations. ◀
The procedure to correct a flat tire depends on
the equipment in the vehicle:
▷Run-flat tires, refer to page 224.▷MINI Mobility System, refer to page 225.
MINI Mobility System
Notes
▷Follow the instructions on using the Mobi‐
lity System found on the compressor and
sealant bottle.▷Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐
tive if tire damage is greater than approx.
1/8 in/4 mm in size.▷Contact the nearest service center if the tire
cannot be made drivable.▷If possible, do not remove foreign bodies
that have penetrated the tire.▷Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant
bottle and apply it to the steering wheel.
Sealant and compressor
1Sealant bottle and speed limit sticker2Filling hose
Note the use-by date on the sealant bottle.3Holder for the sealant bottle4Compressor5Connector and cable for the lighter socket/
socket in passenger compartment   110.6Connection hose for connecting the com‐
pressor and sealant bottle or the compres‐
sor and wheel7On/off switch8Pressure gauge for displaying the tire infla‐
tion pressure9Release button for reducing the tire infla‐
tion pressure
The connector, cable, and connecting hose are
stowed in the compressor housing.
Using the Mobility System
To repair a flat tire with the Mobility System,
proceed as follows:
▷Filling the tire with sealant▷Distributing the sealant▷Correcting the tire inflation pressure
Filling the tire with sealant
Adhere to the specified sequence
Adhere to the specified sequence of the
steps; otherwise, sealant may escape under
high pressure. ◀
1.Shake the sealant bottle.2.Pull the connection hose 6 fully out of the
compressor housing and screw it onto the
sealant bottle connection. Ensure that the
connection hose is not kinked.Seite 225Wheels and tiresMOBILITY225
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Rear
Being towedFollow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle
damage or accidents may occur. ◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Steptronic transmission Towing vehicles with a Steptronic trans‐
mission
Only transport vehicles with a Steptronic trans‐
mission on tow trucks or with raised front
wheels; otherwise, the transmission may be
damaged. ◀
Towing with a tow bar
Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than your vehicle, or it will not be possible to
control vehicle response. ◀
Correctly attach the tow bar
Only secure the tow bar on the tow fit‐
tings; damage can occur when it is secured on
other parts of the vehicle. ◀
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 offset angle, please observe
the following:▷Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is attached offset.
Towing with a tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on
the vehicle components when towing, always
use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attaching the tow rope correctly
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle. ◀
With a tow truck: vehicles without ALL4
all-wheel drive
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result. ◀
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Remote control, servicedata 233
Remote control, univer‐ sal 105
Remote inquiry, hands-free system 181
Remote inquiry, mobile phone preparation package 193
Replacement remote con‐ trol 30
Replacing wheels/tires 223
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 68
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 63
Restraining systems, refer to Safety belts 46
Restraint systems for chil‐ dren 52
Retreaded tires 223
Reverse gear, manual trans‐ mission 64
Road, avoiding 143
Road detour 143
Roadside Assistance 245
Roadside parking light, bulb replacement 238
Roadside parking lights 78
RON recommended fuel grade 214
RON, refer to Fuel quality 214
Route 144
Route criteria, route 143
Route, displaying 144
Route section, bypassing 144
Rubber seals, care 253
Run-flat tires 224
Run-flat tires, flat tire 85
Run-flat tires, tire inflation pressure 216
S
Safe braking 121 Safety 6
Safety belts 46
Safety belts, care 253
Safety belts, damage 48
Safety belts, indicator/warning lamp 48
Safety belts, rear center safety belt 47
Safety belts, reminder 48
Safety systems, airbags 81
Safety systems, safety belts 46
Satellite radio 158
Saving fuel 128
Scale, changing during navi‐ gation 147
Screen, see Control Display 18
Seat adjustment 45
Seat adjustment, manual 44
Seat heating 46
Seats 44
Seats, adjusting 44
Seats, heating 46
Seats, sitting safely 44
Selector lever lock, overrid‐ ing 66
Selector lever lock, refer to Se‐ lector level positions, chang‐
ing, shiftlock 64
Selector lever positions, Step‐ tronic transmission 64
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 64
Service and warranty 7
Service data in the remote control 233
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 233
Service interval display, refer to Service requirements 73
Service requirements 73
Service requirements, CBS Condition Based Service 233
Settings and information 70 Settings, changing on the
Control Display 72
Settings, clock, 12h/24h mode 71
Settings, configuring, refer to Personal Profile 30
Settings, language 72
Shifting, manual transmis‐ sion 63
Shifting, Steptronic transmis‐ sion 65
Shift lever, Steptronic trans‐ mission 64
Shift paddles on the steering wheel 65
Short commands, voice acti‐ vation 262
Side airbags 81
Side windows, refer to Win‐ dows 41
Sitting safely 44
Sliding/tilting sunroof, refer to Glass sunroof, electrical 40
Slot for remote control 57
Snap-in adapter, mobile phone 198
Snow chains 227
Socket, OBD Onboard Diagno‐ sis 234
Software applications, iPhone 207
Software part number, hands- free system 178
Software part number, mobile phone preparation 188
Software update 174
Special destinations, naviga‐ tion 138
Special equipment, series equipment 6
Speed, average 69
Speed limit 90
Speed limit, setting 90
Speedometer 14
Speed, with winter tires 224 Seite 276REFERENCEEverything from A to Z276
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Spoken instructions, naviga‐tion 145
Sport button 94
Sport program, Steptronic transmission 65
Stability control systems 92
Start/Stop button 57
Start/Stop button, starting the engine 58
Start/Stop button, switching off the engine 59
Starting the engine 58
Start problems, refer to Jump- starting 245
State/province, selecting for navigation 134
Stations, stored 163
Station, storing 157
Status information, onboard monitor 21
Steering wheel 51
Steering wheel, adjusting 51
Steering wheel lock 57
Steering wheel, shift pad‐ dles 65
Steptronic transmission 64
Steptronic transmission, kick‐ down 65
Steptronic transmission, over‐ riding the selector lever
lock 66
Stopping, engine 59
Storage, tires 224
Storing the vehicle 254
Street, entering for naviga‐ tion 135
Summer tires, refer to Wheels and tires 216
Summer tires, tread 221
Sun visor 107
Switches, refer to Cockpit 12
Switching off, engine 59
Switching off, vehicle 59
Symbols 6 T
Tachometer 68
Tailgate 35
Tailgate, Comfort Access 37
Tailgate, opening/closing 35
Tailgate, opening from the outside 35
Tail lights 240
Tank gauge, refer to Fuel gauge 68
Tasks 204
Technical changes, refer to Safety 6
Telephone, adjusting the vol‐ ume, hands-free system 181
Telephone, adjusting the vol‐ ume, mobile phone prepara‐
tion package 193
Telephone, hands-free sys‐ tem 178
Telephone, mobile phone preparation 188
Temperature, air condi‐ tioner 100
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 103
Temperature, changing the unit of measure 71
Temperature, coolant, refer to Coolant temperature 68
Temperature display– External temperature warn‐
ing 67
Temperature display, external
temperature 67
Temperature display, setting the units 71
Temperature warning 67
Text messages 202
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 39
Tilt alarm sensor 40
Time, setting the time 71
Tire age 222
Tire, flat tire 85
Tire identification marks 220
Tire inflation pressure 216
Tire inflation pressure, pres‐ sure loss, FTM 85
Tire pressure loss, RDC 87
Tire, pressure monitoring, re‐ fer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 86
Tire pressure monitor, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 84
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 86
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, system limits 89
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, system reset 87
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, warning lamp 87
Tire Quality Grading 220
Tires, breaking in 120
Tires, changing 223
Tires, condition 221
Tires, damage 222
Tire size 220
Tires, minimum tread 222
Tires, retreaded tires 223
Tires, storage 224
Tire tread 221
Toll roads, route 143
Tone 154
Towing another vehicle 247
Towing, being towed 247
Town/city, navigation 134
Tow-starting 247
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 86
Traction control 93
Traffic bulletins, naviga‐ tion 147
Transmission lock, refer to Changing the selector lever
positions 64
Transmission, overriding the selector lever lock with Step‐
tronic transmission 66
Transmission, refer to Manual transmission 63 Seite 277Everything from A to ZREFERENCE277
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