width MINI COUNTRYMAN PACEMAN 2013 Owners Manual

MOBILITYWheels and tires
210
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/160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph/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 course 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.
These grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement, as measured under con-
trolled conditions on sp ecified government test
surfaces of asphalt and co ncrete. 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,
(before the R on ZR tires)
225/45 R 17 91 V
For instance:
Manufacturer's code
for tire make
tire size and
tire design
Tire ageDOT xxxx xxx 1012

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MOBILITYCare
220
Care
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. Equipment is also described
that is not available because of, for example,
selected options or coun try version. This also
applies to safety relate d functions and systems.
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. <
Regularly open the hood and clear out any
debris such as leaves th at may have collected in
the region of the windshield.
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 246
> If necessary: fold in the outside mirrors,
page 44
> 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.

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Technical dataREFERENCE
247
CooperCooper SJohn Cooper Works
1Vehicle width, with outside
mirror 78.5/1,995 78.5/1,995 78.6/1,996
2 Vehicle height without roof
antenna 61.5/1,561 61.5/1,561 61.5/1,561
3 Vehicle width, without outside
mirror 70.4/1,789 70.4/1,789 70.4/1,789
4 Wheelbase 102.2/2,595 102.2/2,595 102.2/2,596
5 Vehicle length 161.7/4,
108 161.8/4,110 163.2/4,144
All dimensions in in/mm. Minimum turning radius dia.: 38.1 ft/11.6 m.

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REFERENCETechnical data
248
MINI Paceman
CooperCooper S
1Vehicle width, with outs
ide mirror 78.6/1,996 78.6/1,996
2 Vehicle height without roof antenna
59.8/1,51859.9/1,522
3 Vehicle width, without outs
ide mirror70.3/1,786 70.3/1,786
4 Wheelbase
102.2/2,596102.2/2,596
5 Vehicle length
162.2/4,120162.2/4,120
All dimensions in in/mm. Minimum turning radius dia.: 38.1 ft/11.6 m.

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Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
271
Telephone
– hands-free system171,183
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 97
– voice commands 183
Telephone receiving power, refer to Status
information 19
Temperature display
– setting the units 64
Temperature of coolant, refer to Coolant temperature 217
Temperature setting
– air conditioner 89
– automatic climate control 91
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control 58
Tensioning straps, refer to Securing cargo 112
Text message 190
Third brake lamp, refer to Center brake lamp 229
Three-point safety belt 42
Tightening the lug bolts
– torque 233,234
Tightening torque, refer to Tightening lug bolts 233
Tire failure
– Flat Tire Monitor 76
– indicator/warning lamp 76
– MINI Mobility Kit 230
– run-flat tires 76
– Tire Pressure Monitor 77
Tire inflation pressure 203
– loss 76,77
Tire pressure monitoring, refer
to Flat Tire Monitor 75
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 77
– limitations of system 77
– resetting system 78
– warning lamp 78
Tire Quality Grading 210Tires
– age
212
– breaking in 104
– changing, refe r to Changing
wheels 232
– condition 211
– damage 211
– inflation pressure 203
– inflation pressure loss 78
– minimum tread depth 211
– new tires 212
– pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 75
– pressure monitoring, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 77
– puncture 76
– s ize
210
– wear in

dicators, refer to
Minimum tread depth 211
– winter tires 213
– with emergency operation
properties 212
Tires with emergency operation properties, refer to
Run-flat tires 212
Tires with safety features, refer
to Run-flat tires 212
TMC station, refer to Traffic information 133
Tone
– middle setting 142
Tone during audio playback
– adjusting 141
Torque 244
– lug bolts 233
Tow bar 239
Tow fitting 238
– screw thread 238
Tow fittings for tow-starting and towing away 238
Towing 237
– car with automatic transmission 238
– methods 239 Tow rope
239
Tow-starting 237
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 77
Track
– selecting on CD 151
Track width, refer to
Dimension 246
Traction control, refer to
– Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 72
Traffic bulletins
– categories 135
Traffic bulletins, filtering 135
Traffic congestion
– displaying traffic
information 133
– refer to Route, bypassing segments 130
Traffic information for navigation
– displaying 134
Traffic information in navigation
– screen display in the map
view 135
Transmission
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 52
– manual transmission 52
– overriding selector lever lock for automatic transmission
with Steptronic 54
Transporting children safely 46
Transport securing devices, refer to Securing cargo 112
Tread depth, refer to Minimum tire tread 211
Treble, refer to Tone
control 141
Tr ip computer
62
Trip-dista n

ce counter, refer to
Trip odometer 61
Triple turn signal activation 55
Trip odometer 61

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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
272
Turning circle, refer to Dimensions 246
Turn signal
– front, replacing bulb 226
– indicator lamp 12,13
– rear, replacing bulb 228
– side, replacing bulb 227
Turn signals 55
Tying down load s, refer to
Cargo loading 112
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
UTQR 210
Units
– average fuel consumption 64
– temperature 64
Universal garage door opener,
refer to Integrated universal
remote control 93
Universal remote control 93
Unlatching, refer to Unlocking 33
Unlocking
– from inside 30
– from outside 27
– setting unlocking
behavior 27
– tailgate 34
– without remote control, refer to Comfort Access 33
Updating the navigation
data 118
Upholstery, care 222
USB audio interface 154
USB interface 97
Using contact data 193
V
Vehicle
– battery233
– breaking in 104
– cargo loading 106
– dimensions 246
– identification number, refer to Engine compartment 214
– parking 51
– storage 223
– weight 249
Vehicle jack
– jacking points 232
Ventilation
– air conditioner 92
Ventilation, refer to Climate control 88
Vents, refer to Ventilation 92
Voice commands
– overview 21
– short commands 252
– telephone 183
Voice instructions for navigation system 133
– repeating 133
– switching on/off 133
– volume 133
Voice phone book 184
Volume 140
– audio sources 140
– mobile phone 167,179
– voice instructions 133
Volume balance, tone setting 141
Volume of cargo area 249
W
Warning and indicator
lamps 13
Warning messages, refer to
Check Control 67
Warning triangle 236
Washer/wiper system
– washer fluid 57 Washer fluid
57
– capacity of reservoir 58
Washer fluid reservoir 57
Waste tray, refer to
Ashtray 100
Waterfall lighti ng, refer to
Ambient lighting 87
Water on roads, refer to Driving through water 105
Waveband for radio 143
Wear indicators in tires, refer to Minimum tread depth 211
Weights 249
Welcome lamps 85
Wheelbase, refer to Dimensions 246
Wheels, new 212
Wheels and tires 203
Width, refer to
Dimensions 246
Windows 36
– closing 36
– convenience operation 28
– opening 36
– pinch protection system 37
– safety switch 37
Windows, indicator on Control Display 16
Window washer, refer to Washer fluid 57
Window washer reservoir, refer to Washer fluid
– volume, refer to
Capacities 251
Window washer system 55
– washer fluid 57
– washer jets 57
Windshield
– cleaning 57
– defrosting and removing condensation 89,91
Windshield wiper blades,
changing 224
Windshield wipers, refer to Wiper system 55

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