automatic transmission MINI Coupe 2013 User Guide

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 lamps, 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.
Automatic transmission Towing vehicles with an automatic trans‐
mission
Only transport vehicles with an automatic
transmission 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. ◀
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Towing with a tow truck
Have the MINI transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result. ◀
Tow-starting
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 254. 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 64.3.Shift into 3rd gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch 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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Automatic 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 handbrake.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.
Headlamps
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‐
gerous and harmful to your health. ◀
Caring for the convertible top The appearance and life of the convertible top
depend on proper care and operation.
Adhere to the following instructions:▷Do not fold the convertible top and stow it
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CooperCooper SJohn Cooper Works7Vehicle length146.6/3,723146.8/3,729148/3,758All dimensions in in/mm. Smallest turning radius dia.: 35 ft 10 in/10.7 m.Weights
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or
the gross vehicle weight.MINI Coupe

CooperCooper SJohn Cooper WorksCurb weight, road ready, with maximum special equipmentManual transmissionlbs/kg2,557/1,1602,679/1,2152,712/1,230Automatic transmissionlbs/kg2,635/1,1952,734/1,2402,767/1,255Approved gross vehicle weightManual transmissionlbs/kg3,175/1,4403,252/1,4753,263/1,480Automatic transmissionlbs/kg3,252/1,4753,307/1,5003,318/1,505Approved front axle loadManual transmissionlbs/kg1,786/8101,885/8551,896/860Automatic transmissionlbs/kg1,863/8451,940/8801,951/885Approved rear axle loadlbs/kg1,411/6401,411/6401,411/640Cargo area capacitycu ft/
liter9.9/2809.9/2809.9/280
MINI Roadster

CooperCooper SJohn Cooper WorksCurb weight, road ready, with maximum special equipmentManual transmissionlbs/kg2,635/1,1952,745/1,2452,778/1,260Automatic transmissionlbs/kg2,712/1,2302,800/1,2702,833/1,285Approved gross vehicle weightManual transmissionlbs/kg3,241/1,4703,329/1,5103,340/1,515Automatic transmissionlbs/kg3,318/1,5053,373/1,5303,395/1,540Seite 271Technical dataReference271
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CooperCooper SJohn Cooper WorksApproved front axle loadManual transmissionlbs/kg1,786/8101,896/8601,907/865Automatic transmissionlbs/kg1,863/8451,951/8851,962/890Approved rear axle loadlbs/kg1,488/6751,466/6651,488/675Cargo area capacitycu ft/
liter8.5/2408.5/2408.5/240
MINI Convertible
CooperCooper SJohn Cooper WorksCurb weight, road ready, with maximum special equipmentManual transmissionlbs/kg2,701/1,2252,811/1,2752,822/1,280Automatic transmissionlbs/kg2,778/1,2602,855/1,2952,866/1,300Approved gross vehicle weightManual transmissionlbs/kg3,560/1,6153,671/1,6653,704/1,680Automatic transmissionlbs/kg3,638/1,6503,737/1,6953,748/1,700Approved front axle loadManual transmissionlbs/kg1,863/8451,951/8851,973/895Automatic transmissionlbs/kg1,940/8802,017/9152,017/915Approved rear axle loadlbs/kg1,786/8101,786/8101,797/815Cargo area capacitycu ft/
liter4.4-23.3/125-6604.4-23.3/125-6604.4-23.3/125-660Seite 272ReferenceTechnical data272
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 101
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 82
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 112
Adaptive Light Control 87
Additional telephone 192
Additives, engine oil 239
Airbags 90
Airbags, indicator/warning light 92
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode 109, 111
Air conditioner 108
Air conditioning 108
Air conditioning mode– Air conditioner 108– Automatic climate con‐
trol 110
Air distribution
– Automatic 111– Individual 109– Manual 109, 112
Air drying, refer to Cooling
function 112
Air flow rate 108, 111
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 222
Air supply
– Air conditioner 108– Automatic climate con‐
trol 110
Alarm system 39
Always Open Timer 77
AM/FM station 160
Ambient lighting 89
Announcement, navigation,
refer to Spoken instruc‐
tions 149
Antifreeze, washer fluid 69
Antilock Brake System, ABS 101
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 101
Anti-theft protection 31
Appointments 208
Approved engine oils 239
Ashtray 114
Assistance, roadside 254
Assistance when driving off, refer to Hill drive-off assis‐
tant 103
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 254
Audio playback 169
Audio playback, Blue‐ tooth 175
Automatic– Air distribution 111– Air flow rate 111
Automatic car wash 259
Automatic climate control
– Automatic air distribu‐
tion 111
Automatic, cruise control 105
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 85
Automatic rear spoiler 103
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
– Kickdown 71– Overriding selector lever
lock 72
AUTO program with auto‐
matic climate control 111
AUX-IN port 171
Average fuel consumption 76
Average fuel consumption– Setting the units 78
Average speed 76
Average speed, refer to Com‐ puter 75
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 54
Backrests, refer to Seats 53
Backup lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 247
Balance 158
Bass 158
Battery
– Disposal 39– Remote control 30
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐
tery 252
Battery replacement
– Remote control 39
Belts, refer to Safety belts 55
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 55
Bi-xenon headlamps 245
Black and white map dis‐ play 152
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 108, 111
Bluetooth audio 175
Bluetooth connection, activat‐ ing/deactivating 183, 193
Bluetooth hands-free sys‐ tem 182
Brake assistant 101
Brake discs, breaking in 124
Brake fluid, refer to Service re‐ quirements 81
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Cooling function, switching onand off 112
Cooling, maximum 111
Cornering Brake Control, CBC 101
Corrosion on brake discs 126
Cradle for telephone or mobile phone, refer to Snap-in
adapter 202
Cruise control 105
Cupholders 114
Current fuel consumption 76
Current location, storing 140
Curve lights, refer to Adaptive Light Control 87
Cylinders, number of, refer to Engine data 266
D
Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 88
Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Dashboard, refer to Dis‐ plays 14
Data, technical 266
Date– Date format 80– Setting 79
Daytime running lights 86
Decorative trim, care 262
Defogging windows 109
Defroster
– Rear window 109, 112
Defrosting windows 109
Defrost setting, refer to De‐ frosting windows 109
Destination entry via the ad‐ dress book 140
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations 145
Destination input, naviga‐ tion 138
Digital radio 161
Dip stick, engine oil 238
Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals 67
Displacement, refer to Engine data 266
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 88
Displays 14
Displays and controls 12
Displays, care 263
Displays, cleaning 263
Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 14
Disposal– Remote control battery 39
Distance warning, refer to
Park Distance Control
PDC 106
Door key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Door lock 34
Door lock, confirmation sig‐ nals 33
Doors, manual operation 35
Doors, unlocking and locking
– Confirmation signals 33– From the inside 35– From the outside 32
DOT Quality Grades 228
Drive-off assistant, refer to Hill drive-off assistant 103
Driving notes, breaking in 124
Driving off on hills, refer to Hill drive-off assistant 103
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 101
Driving tips, refer to Driving notes 124
Dry air, refer to Cooling func‐ tion 112
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 101
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 102
DTMF suffix dialing 187, 199
Dynamic destination guid‐
ance 154
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 101
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 102
E
Electrical convertible top 42
Electrical malfunction– Convertible top 44, 51– Door lock 35– Fuel filler flap 218– Tailgate 36
Electronic brake-force distri‐
bution 101
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic Stabil‐
ity Control DSC 101
Emergency activation
– Automatic transmission, re‐
fer to Overriding selector
lever lock 72
Emergency activation, refer to
Manual activation
– Tailgate 36
Emergency operation, fuel
filler flap, unlocking man‐
ually 218
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– Convertible top 44, 51– Door lock 35
Energy, saving, refer to Saving
fuel 131
Engine, breaking in 124
Engine compartment 236
Engine oil, adding 238
Engine oil, additives, refer to Approved engine oils 239
Engine oil, alternative oil types 239
Engine oil change intervals, refer to Service require‐
ments 81
Engine oil, dip stick 238
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Engine oil, filling capacity 273
Engine oil, MINI maintenance system 241
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 239
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 239
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 75
Engine power, refer to Engine data 266
Engine, RPM 266
Engine start, assistance 254
Engine, starting 65
Engine, starting– Comfort Access 37
Engine, starting, Start/Stop
button 64
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop button 64
Engine, switching off 66
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 101
Exchanging wheels/tires 231
Exterior mirrors 57
Exterior mirrors, adjusting 57
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 57
Exterior sensors, care 262
External devices 171
External temperature dis‐ play 74
External temperature display
– Changing the unit of meas‐
ure 78– On computer 78
External temperature warn‐
ing 74
Externel temperature dis‐ play 74
F
Fader 158
Failure messages, refer to Check Control 82
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts 55
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 82
Filling capacities 273
Filter– Refer to Activated-charcoal
filter 110– Refer to Microfilter 110– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate con‐
trol 112
First aid kit 254
First aid, refer to First aid kit 254
Flashing when locking/unlock‐ ing 33
Flat tire
– Flat Tire Monitor 94– Indicator/warning lamp 94– Run-flat tire 95– Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 95
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 93
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
– Flat tire message 94– Initializing the system 94– Limits of the system 93– Snow chains 93
Flat tire, wheel change 249
Floor mats, care 262
FM/AM station 160
Fog lamps 87
Folding roof, refer to Convertible top with
integrated sliding sun‐
roof 42
Foot brake 126
Footwell lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 88
Front airbags 90
Front fog lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 246
Front fog lamps 87
Front lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 245
Front passenger airbags, de‐
activating 91
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 93
Fuel 220
Fuel– Refer to Average fuel con‐
sumption 76
Fuel, additives 220
Fuel, average consump‐ tion 76
Fuel cap, closing 218
Fuel consumption display
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 76
Fuel filler flap, closing 218
Fuel filler flap, opening 218
Fuel filler flap, unlocking in case of an electrical malfunc‐
tion 218
Fuel gauge 75
Fuel, saving 131
Fuel tank capacity, refer to Filling capacities 273
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities 273
Fuel tank, refer to Filling ca‐ pacities 273
Fuse 253
G Gasoline 220
Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel gauge 75
Gasoline quality 220
Gas station recommenda‐ tion 149
Gear change
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 71
Gear display, automatic trans‐
mission with Steptronic 70
Glass sunroof, electrical
– Convenient operation 32– Remote control 32
GPS navigation, refer to Navi‐
gation system 136
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HHalogen headlamps, bulb re‐ placement 245
Hand car wash, care 260
Hands-free microphone 16
Hazard warning system 16
HD Radio 161
Head airbags 90
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 85
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 86
Headlamp flasher 67, 86
Headlamp flasher, indicator lamp 15
Headlamps 85
Headlamps, care 260
Headlamps, cleaning, washer fluid 69
Head restraints 56
Head restraints– Adjusting the height 56– Removing 56
Heatable
– Windshield 112
Heating
– Rear window 109, 112– Seats 55– Windshield 112
Height adjustment
– Seats 53
High beams 86
High beams, bulb replace‐ ment 245
High beams, indicator lamp 15
Hill drive-off assistant 103
Hills 126
Holder for remote control, re‐ fer to Ignition lock 64
Homepage 6
Hood 236
Hood, closing 237
Hood, opening 237
Hood, unlocking 237
Horn 12
House number, entering for
navigation 139
Hydraulic brake assistant 101
I
Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 74
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 74
Identification marks, run-flat tires 232
Identification marks, tires 228
iDrive– Changing settings 80– Changing the date and
time 79– Changing the language 80– Changing the units of meas‐
ure and display format 78– Setting the brightness 80
Ignition 64
Ignition key position 1, refer to Radio ready state 64
Ignition key position 2, refer to Ignition on 64
Ignition key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Ignition lock 64
Ignition, switched off 65
Ignition, switched on 64
Indicator and warning lamps 15
Indicator and warning lamps
– Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 97
Individual air distribution 109
Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ fer to Flat Tire Monitor 93
Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ fer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 95
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 222
Information on the navigation data 136
Initializing– Refer to Setting the time and
date 79
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor
FTM 94
Instrument cluster, refer to Displays 14
Instrument lighting 88
Instruments, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Integrated key 30
Interactive map 143
Interior lamps 88
Interior lamps
– Remote control 33
Interior mirror 57
Interior temperature, setting
– Air conditioner 108– Automatic climate con‐
trol 110
Internet page 6
Intersection, entering for navi‐ gation 139
J
Jump-starting 254
K Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 37
Keyless opening and closing, refer to Comfort Access 37
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile 31
Key, refer to Remote control with integrated key 30
Kickdown
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 71
Knocking control 220
L Lamp and bulb replacement, bulb replacement 244
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Lamp, replacing, refer toLamp and bulb replace‐
ment 244
Lamps 85
Lamps, automatic headlamp control 85
Lamps, parking lamps/low beams 85
Language, changing on the Control Display 80
Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer to Safety belts 55
LATCH child restraint fixing system 61
Leather, care 261
Leather care 261
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 245
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 22
License plate lamp, bulb re‐ placement 247
Light-alloy wheels, care 262
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 245
Lighter– Socket 114
Lighting
– Instruments 88
Lighting, lamp and bulb re‐
placement 244
Lighting, vehicle, refer to Lamps 85
Light switch 85
Limit, refer to Speed limit 99
Lock buttons on doors, refer to Locking 35
Locking
– From the inside 35– From the outside 33– Setting the confirmation sig‐
nal 33– Without remote control, re‐
fer to Comfort Access 37
Locking, vehicle
– From the inside 35– From the outside 32Longlife oils, alternative oil
types 239
Longlife oils, refer to Ap‐ proved engine oils 239
Low beams 85
Low beams– Automatic 85
Low beams, automatic 85
Low beams, bulb replace‐ ment 245
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 54
Lumbar support 54
M
Main inspection, refer to Serv‐ ice requirements 81
Maintenance, refer to Service booklet
Maintenance, refer to Service requirements 81
Maintenance require‐ ments 241
Maintenance system MINI 241
Malfunction
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 72– Convertible top 44, 51– Door lock 35– Fuel filler flap 218– Tailgate 36
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control 82
Manual activation
– Tailgate 36
Manual air distribu‐
tion 109, 112
Manual convertible top 47
Manual mode, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 71
Manual operation– Door lock 35– Electrical convertible
top 44, 51– Selector lever lock, auto‐
matic transmission 72
Manual operation, fuel filler
flap 218
Manual transmission 70
Map, destination entry 143
Map display in black and white 152
Map view 150
Marking on approved tires 231
Master key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Maximum cooling 111
Maximum speed, winter tires 232
Mechanical convertible top 47
Menu operation, onboard monitor 18
Menus, refer to Onboard monitor operating con‐
cept 19
Message list, traffic bulle‐ tins 151
Messages 207
Microfilter 110
Microfilter
– With automatic climate con‐
trol 112
MINI Connected 212
MINI Homepage 6
MINI Internet page 6
MINI maintenance sys‐ tem 241
MINI Mobility System 233
Minimum tread, tires 230
Mirrors 57
Mirrors, folding in and out 57
Mirrors, interior mirror 57
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 125
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