lock MINI Countryman 2015 (Mini Connected) Service Manual

4.Squeeze the lower bulb at both tabs and
pull out.5.Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in
reverse order.
Lateral turn signals
5-watt bulb, W 5 W
1.Open the hood.2.Squeeze the clip, arrows, and remove the
bulb holder.3.Remove the bulb by turning it to the left
and replace it.4.Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in
reverse order.
Side marker lights
To replace these bulbs, contact the service cen‐
ter.
Tail lights, bulb replacement
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 236.
Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, PY 21 W
MINI Countryman1Brake/tail light2Turn signal3Brake/tail light4Backup light
MINI Paceman
1Brake light2Tail light3Turn signal4Backup light
Replacing
All bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder.
MINI Countryman
1.Switch off the lights and take the remote
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3.Press the cover out of the cargo area side
panel at the rear and remove it.4.Detach the emergency release of the fuel
filler flap, refer to page 212, and push it
aside with the foam insert.
Ensure that the emergency release is not
damaged.5.Disengage the bulb holder by pushing
down the clip, arrow 1.6.Take out the bulb holder and detach the
cable, arrow 2.7.Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left and remove it.8.Insert the new bulb and mount the bulb
holder in reverse order. Ensure that the
bulb holder engages in all fasteners.9.Return the foam insert to its original posi‐
tion and reattach the emergency release of
the fuel filler flap.10.Reattach the cover.MINI Paceman1.Switch off the lights and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.2.Open the tailgate.3.Remove the cover from the cargo area side
trim.4.Unlock the fastening elements, arrows 1, by
turning.5.Remove the screws, arrows 2, using the hex
key from the vehicle document portfolio.6.Remove the tail light.7.Disengage the bulb holder by pushing
down the clip, arrows 1.8.Take out the bulb holder and detach the
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again, have the battery checked as soon as
possible.
Disposing of old batteries Have used batteries disposed of by the
service center after they are replaced or
take them to a recycling center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses Replacing fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐
tute of another color or amperage rating; this
could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐
sulting in a fire in the vehicle. ◀
Fuses should be replaced by the service center.
Information on the fuses can be found on the
inside of the covers.
In the engine compartment
Opening the cover
Press the snap lock.
In interior
On the right side of the footwell.
Opening the cover
Push out at the recess.
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Breakdown assistanceVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series. Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
Hazard warning flash‐
ers
The button is located on the speedometer.
Warning triangle
Under the loading edge in the cargo area.
To remove, open the two fasteners.
First aid kit Some of the articles contained in the first aid kit
have a limited service life. Therefore, check the
use-by dates of the contents regularly and re‐
place the items before they expire.
The first aid kit is located in the left side trim on
the cargo area floor or under the loading floor.
Roadside Assistance Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the
clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐
tance there in the event of a vehicle break‐
down.
Jump-starting
Notes If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. In the same way, you can
help jump-start another vehicle. Only use
jumper cables with fully insulated clamp han‐
dles.
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To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐
nents while the engine is running. ◀
Preparation1.Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts and approxi‐
mately the same capacitance in Ah. This in‐
formation can be found on the battery.2.Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.3.Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
There must not be any contact between
the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise there
is a danger of shorting. ◀
Connecting jumper cables
Connecting order
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
from sparking. ◀1.Open the battery cover in the engine com‐
partment to access the positive terminal.2.Unlock the tabs of the positive terminal
cover on the left and right, arrows 1, and
raise the cover, arrow 2.3.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery or to a starting aid terminal of the
vehicle providing assistance.4.Attach the second clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery of the vehicle to be started.5.Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery, or to the corresponding engine
or body ground of the vehicle providing as‐
sistance.6.Attach the second clamp of the negative
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MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
Have the vehicle transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
With a tow truck: vehicle with 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. ◀
Note for vehicles with ALL4 all-wheel
drive
Do not tow a vehicle with ALL4 all-wheel drive
with just the front or rear axle raised; other‐
wise, the wheels could lock up and the transfer
case could be damaged. ◀
MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
Only transport the vehicle on a flat-bed.
Tow-starting
If possible, start the engine by jump-starting,
refer to page 245, it rather than tow-starting
the vehicle. Vehicles with a catalytic converter
should only be tow-started when the engine is
cold; vehicles with an automatic transmission
cannot be tow-started.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 57.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch is depressed and then slowly release
the clutch. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately depress the clutch completely again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
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▷Remove additional attachments, for in‐
stance a spoiler or telephone antenna, if
there is a risk that these may be damaged.▷Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock.
Steptronic transmission
Before driving into the car wash, note the fol‐
lowing to ensure that the vehicle can roll:
1.Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.2.Move the selector lever to position N.3.Release the parking brake.4.Switch the engine off.5.Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock so that the vehicle can roll.
Hand car wash
If washing the vehicle by hand, use copious
quantities of water and car shampoo if neces‐
sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or a
washing brush by applying gentle pressure.
Before cleaning the windshield, deactivate the
rain sensor to avoid unintentional wiper activa‐
tion or switch off the ignition.
Adhere to the local regulations regarding
washing cars by hand.
Headlights Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or caus‐
tic cleansers. Soak areas that have been soiled,
e.g., due to insects, with shampoo and rinse off
with copious quantities of water.
Thaw ice with a window deicer; do not use an
ice scraper.
Windows
Clean the outside and inside surfaces of the
windows and the mirror glasses with window
cleaner.
Do not clean mirror glass with cleaners contain‐
ing quartz.
Wiper blades
Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to
avoid streaking.
Wax and preservative residue and soiling on
the windows cause streaking during window
wiping and lead to premature wear on the
wiper blades and malfunctions of the rain sen‐
sor.
Vehicle care Car care products
Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi‐
cantly to vehicle value retention.
The manufacturer recommends using cleaning
and care products from MINI, since these have
been tested and approved.
Original MINI CareProducts have been tested
on materials, in the laboratory, and in the field,
and offer optimum care and protection for MINI
vehicles.
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol
or solvents
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or
solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
to surface damage. ◀
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
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Short commands for voice
activationVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series. Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.General information
Instructions for voice activation system, refer to
page 24.
To have the available spoken instructions read
out loud: ›Voice commands‹
The following short commands apply to vehi‐
cles equipped with a voice activation system.
They have no function in vehicles in which only
the mobile phone is operated using the voice.
Adjusting
Vehicle
FunctionCommandOpens the main menu.›Main menu‹Open the options.›Options‹Open the settings.›Settings‹Settings on the Control Display.›Control display‹Open the time and date.›Time and date‹Open the language and units.›Language and units‹Open the speed limit.›Speed‹Open the light.›Lighting‹Open the door lock.›Door locks‹Seite 262REFERENCEShort commands for voice activation262
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 92
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 74
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 103
Adaptive Light Control 79
Additional telephone 188
Additives, engine oil 231
Airbags 81
Airbags, indicator/warning light 84
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode, air condi‐
tioner 100
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode, automatic
climate control 102
Air conditioning 99
Air conditioning mode, air conditioner 99
Air conditioning mode, auto‐ matic climate control 101
Air distribution, air condi‐ tioner, manual 100
Air distribution, auto‐ matic 102
Air distribution, automatic cli‐ mate control, manual 103
Air distribution, individual 100
Air drying, refer to Cooling function 103
Air flow rate for air condi‐ tioner 100
Air flow rate with automatic climate control 102
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 216 Air supply, air conditioner 99
Air supply, automatic climate control 101
Alarm system 39
Alarm system, avoiding unin‐ tentional alarms 40
Alarm system, ending an alarm 39
Alarm system, interior motion sensor 40
Alarm system, tilt alarm sen‐ sor 40
ALL4 all-wheel system 94
All-wheel drive, refer to ALL4 94
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 106
AM/FM station 156
Ambient lighting 80
Announcement, navigation, refer to Spoken instruc‐
tions 145
Antifreeze, washer fluid 63
Antilock Brake System, ABS 92
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 92
Anti-theft protection 31
Appointments 203
Approved engine oils 231
Ashtray 109
Assistance, roadside 245
Assistance when driving off, refer to Hill drive-off assis‐
tant 94
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 245
Audio playback 165 Audio playback, Blue‐
tooth 171
Automatic air distribution 102
Automatic air flow 102
Automatic car wash 250
Automatic climate con‐ trol 101
Automatic climate control, au‐ tomatic air distribution 102
Automatic, cruise control 96
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 77
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 64
AUTO program with auto‐ matic climate control 102
AUX-IN port 167
Average fuel consumption 69
Average speed 69
Average speed, refer to Com‐ puter 68
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 45
Backrests, refer to Seats 44
Backup lights, bulb replace‐ ment 240
Balance 154
Bass 154
Battery disposal 39
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐ tery 243
Battery, remote control 30
Battery replacement, remote control 39
Belts, refer to Safety belts 46
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 46
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Black and white map dis‐play 148
Bluetooth audio 171
Bluetooth connection, activat‐ ing/deactivating, hands-free
system 179
Bluetooth connection, activat‐ ing/deactivating, mobile
phone preparation 189
Bluetooth hands-free sys‐ tem 178
Brake assistant 92
Brake discs, breaking in 120
Brake fluid, refer to Service re‐ quirements 73
Brake force distribution, elec‐ tronic 92
Brake pads, breaking in 120
Brake, refer to Parking brake 59
Brakes, MINI maintenance system 233
Brakes, service require‐ ments 73
Brake system, MINI mainte‐ nance system 233
Braking, notes 121
Braking, parking brake 59
Breakdown assistance, Road‐ side Assistance 245
Breaking in 120
Brightness on the Control Dis‐ play 73
Buckle tongue, height adjust‐ ment 47
Button for starting the engine, refer to Start/Stop button 57
C
Calendar 203
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 243
Car care products 251 Care, displays 253
Care, vehicle 251
Cargo area, Comfort Ac‐ cess 37
Cargo area door, refer to Tail‐ gate 35
Cargo area, enlarging, cargo cover 111
Cargo area, flat loading floor 113
Cargo area light, refer to Inte‐ rior lights 80
Cargo area, multi-function hook 114
Cargo area, opening from the outside 35
Cargo area, partition net 113
Car horn, refer to Horn 12
Carpet, care 253
Car phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 178
Car phone, refer to Telephone, mobile phone prepara‐
tion 188
Car wash 250
CBC, Cornering Brake Con‐ trol 92
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 233
CD 164
CD/DVD drives, care 254
CD player 164
Center armrest 116
Center console, refer to Around the center con‐
sole 16
Center rail 116
Center rail, refer to Storage compartments 116
Central locking, Comfort Ac‐ cess 37
Central locking from the in‐ side 34
Central locking system, con‐ cept 31 Central locking system, from
the outside 31
Central screen, see Control Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 6
Changing wheels/tires 223
Check Control 74
Children, transporting 52
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 53
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tems 52
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 52
Child seat, mounting 52
Child seats, refer to Transport‐ ing children safely 52
Chrome parts, care 253
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode, air con‐
ditioner 100
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode, auto‐
matic climate control 102
Cleaning, displays 253
Cleaning, refer to Care 250
Climate 99
Climate mode, ventila‐ tion 104
Clock 67
Clock, 12h/24h format 71
Clock, setting the time and date 71
Clock, setting the time zone 72
Closing from the inside 34
Closing, from the outside 32
Clutch, breaking in 120
Cockpit 12
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 58
Combination instrument, refer to Displays 14 Seite 269Everything from A to ZREFERENCE269
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