warning light MINI Hardtop 2 Door 2015 Owner's Guide

Switching on/off manuallyPress button.▷On: the LED lights up.▷Off: the LED goes out.
Display
Signal tones
When approaching an object, an intermittent
sound indicates the position of the object. E. g.
if an object is detected to the left rear of the ve‐
hicle, a signal tone sounds from the left rear
speaker.
The shorter the distance to the object, the
shorter the intervals.
If the distance to a detected object is less than
approx. 10 in/25 cm, a continuous tone is
sounded.
If objects are located both in front of and to the
rear of the vehicle, an alternating continuous
signal is sounded.
The signal tone is switched off, when selector
lever position P is engaged on vehicles with
Steptronic transmission.
Volume
The volume of the PDC signal tone can be ad‐
justed similar to the sound and volume settings
of the radio.
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
System limits
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
Ultrasonic measuring might not function under
the following circumstances:
▷For small children and animals.▷For persons with certain clothing, e.g.
coats.▷With external interference of the ultra‐
sound, e.g. from passing vehicles or loud
machines.▷When sensors are dirty, iced over, damaged
or out of position.▷Under certain weather conditions such as
high relative humidity, rain, snowfall, ex‐
treme heat or strong wind.▷With tow bars and trailer couplings of other
vehicles.▷With thin or wedge-shaped objects.▷With moving objects.▷With elevated, protruding objects such as
ledges or cargo.▷With objects with corners and sharp edges.▷With objects with a fine surface structure
such as fences.▷For objects with porous surfaces.
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
False warnings
PDC may issue a warning under the following
conditions even though there is no obstacle
within the detection range:
▷In heavy rain.▷When sensors are very dirty or covered with
ice.▷When sensors are covered in snow.▷On rough road surfaces.▷On uneven surfaces, such as speed bumps.▷In large buildings with right angles and
smooth walls, e.g., in underground garages.▷In automatic car washes.▷Through heavy pollution.▷Due to other ultrasound sources, e.g.,
sweeping machines, high pressure steam
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The Coasting driving condition is enabled under
certain conditions.
Under certain conditions the engine is auto‐
matically decoupled from the transmission in
selector lever position D. The vehicle continues
traveling with the engine idling to reduce fuel
consumption. Selector lever position D remains
engaged. An indicator provides information
about the distance traveled in Coasting mode.
In addition, context-sensitive instructions are
displayed to assist with an optimized fuel con‐
sumption driving style.
The achieved extended range is displayed in
the instrument cluster.
At a glance The system includes the following MINIMAL
functions and displays:▷GREEN bonus range, refer to page 143.▷GREEN tips driving instruction, refer to
page 144.▷GREEN climate control, refer to page 143.▷Coasting driving condition, refer to
page 144.
Activating GREEN mode
Turn Driving Dynamics Control to
the right until GREEN mode is
displayed in the instrument clus‐
ter.
Configuring GREEN mode
Via radio
1. "Settings"2.Select between "Driving mode" or "GREEN
Mode"
Configure the program.
GREEN tip
"GREEN speed warning":
Displays a reminder when the set GREEN mode
speed is exceeded.
GREEN climate control
"GREEN climate control" :
Climate control is set to be fuel-efficient.
By making a slight change to the set tempera‐
ture, or adjusting the rate of heating or cooling
of the car's interior fuel consumption can be
economized.
The outputs of the seat heater and the exterior
Additionally heat output to seats and exterior
mirror is reduced.
Exterior mirror heat is available when outside
temperatures are very low.
Coasting
Fuel-efficiency can be optimized by disengag‐
ing the engine and Coasting, refer to page 144,
with the engine idling.
This function is only available in GREEN mode.
Display in the instrument cluster
GREEN bonus range An adjusted driving style helps
you extend your driving range.
This may be displayed as the bo‐
nus range in the instrument clus‐
ter.
The bonus range is shown in the range display.
The bonus range is automatically reset every
time the vehicle is refueled.▷Green display: efficient driving style.▷Gray display: adjust driving style, e. g. by
backing off the accelerator pedal.Seite 143Saving fuelDRIVING TIPS143
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Never reach into the engine compart‐
ment
Never reach into spaces or gaps in the engine
compartment; otherwise, there is a risk of in‐
jury, e.g., from rotating or hot parts. ◀
Fold down wiper arm
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms are against the windshield, or this
may result in damage. ◀
Opening the hood1.Pull lever, arrow 1.
Hood is unlocked2.After the lever is released, pull the lever
again, arrow 2.
Hood can be opened.
Indicator/warning lights
When the hood is opened, a Check Control
message is displayed.
Closing the hood Hood open when driving
If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over im‐
mediately and close it securely. ◀
Danger of jamming
Make sure that the closing path of the
hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result. ◀
Let the hood fall from approx. 16 in/40 cm, ar‐
row.
The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
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Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Note Socket for Onboard Diagnosis
The socket for onboard diagnostics may
only be used by the service center or a work‐
shop that operates in accordance with the
specifications of the vehicle manufacturer with
correspondingly trained personnel and other
authorized persons. Otherwise, use may result
in operating problems for the vehicle. ◀
Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for
checking the primary components in the vehi‐
cle's emissions.
Emissions
▷The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐
sible.▷The warning lamp flashes under certain cir‐
cumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive misfir‐
ing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐
tem checked immediately; otherwise, seri‐
ous engine misfiring within a brief period
can seriously damage emission controlcomponents, in particular the catalytic con‐
verter.Seite 198MOBILITYMaintenance198
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▷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.▷The towing vehicle must not be lighter than
the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.
Tow truck
Have your vehicle 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. ◀
Towing other vehicles
Hints Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐ sponse. ◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage. ◀
▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
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:
▷Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
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. ◀
Tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the
front or rear of the MINI. It is located under the
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Appendix
Any updates to the Owner's Handbook for Ve‐
hicle are listed here.
Additional information on the description of
the Head-up Display in the "Displays" chapter
for John Cooper Works models:
John Cooper Works: Sport displays in
the Head-up Display
General information
The sport displays in the Head-up Display assist
with a sporty driving style.
Switching on
1. "Settings"2."Head-Up Display"3."Displayed information"4."Sport displays"
With navigation system: if the sport displays are
switched on, no navigation content will be dis‐
played on the Head-up Display.
Display
1Speed2Shift point indicator3Gear display4Current engine speed5Warning field, speed
Shift point indicator
The concept
Shift point indicator in the Head-up Display in‐
dicates the optimum shifting point. Thus, with a
sporty driving style, the best possible vehicle
acceleration is achieved.
Functional requirements
▷Steptronic transmission:
Manual mode M/S and if necessary the Dy‐
namic Traction Control DTC are activated.
▷Press the gas pedal all the way down.
Switching on
Shift point indicators are displayed in the Head-
up if the sport displays, refer to page 91,are
switched on.
1. "Settings"2."Head-Up Display"3."Displayed information"4."Sport displays"
Display
Successive gray illuminated fields indicate the
upcoming upshift moment.
As soon as the red fields light up, shift up im‐
mediately.
When the permitted maximum speed is
reached, all shift point indicators flash.
When the maximum speed is exceeded, the
supply of fuel is interrupted in order to protect
the engine.

Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 94
ACC, Active Cruise Control 98
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 58
Activated-charcoal filter 117
Active Cruise Control, ACC 98
Additives, oil 193
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 35
Adjustments, steering wheel 42
After washing vehicle 217
Airbags 78
Airbags, indicator/warning light 79
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 113, 117
Air conditioner 112
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 113, 116
Air distribution, manual 113, 116
Air flow, air conditioner 113
Air flow, automatic climate control 116
Air pressure, tires 176
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 118
Alarm system 30
Alarm triggering 30
Alarm, unintentional 31
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 184 Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 120
Alternative oil types 194
Antifreeze, washer fluid 54
Antilock Brake System, ABS 94
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 94
Apple iPod/iPhone 155
Approved axle load 223
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 194
Ash tray 123
Assistance when driving off 97
Assist system, refer to Intelli‐ gent Safety 86
AUTO intensity 116
Automatic car wash 216
Automatic climate con‐ trol 115
Automatic Curb Monitor 41
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 80
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 74
Automatic locking 29
Automatic recirculated-air control 117
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 55
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 116
AUTO program, intensity 116
Auto Start/Stop function 49
AUX-IN port 154
Average fuel consumption 68
Average speed 68
Axle loads, weights 223 B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 36
Balance 148
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 211
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 214
Bass 148
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 209
Battery, vehicle 209
Belts, safety belts 37
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 128
Bluetooth, refer to Hands-free system 162
Bonus range, GREEN mode 143
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 128
Brake assistant 94
Brake discs, break-in 134
Brake pads, break-in 134
Braking, hints 135
Breakdown assistance 211
Break-in 134
Bug light 201
Bulb replacement 200
Bulb replacement, front 201
Bulb replacement, rear 203
Bulb replacement, side 206
Bulbs and lights 200
Button, RES 100
Button, Start/Stop 47
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C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera-based cruise control, ACC 98
Camera lenses, care 219
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 128
Car battery 209
Car care products 217
Care, displays 219
Care, vehicle 217
Cargo area 124
Cargo area, adapting size 129
Cargo area, enlarging 125
Cargo area lid 27
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 129
Cargo cover 124
Cargo, securing 138
Cargo straps, securing cargo 138
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 22
Carpet, care 219
Car wash 216
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 135
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 197
Center armrest 128
Center console 16
Central instrument cluster, LED ring 70
Central locking system 26
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 199
Changing the station 150
Changing wheels 206
Changing wheels/tires 183
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 60 Checking the oil level elec‐
tronically 192
Children, seating position 43
Children, transporting safely 43
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 43
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 44
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 43
Child safety locks 46
Child seat, mounting 43
Child seats 43
Chrome parts, care 218
Chrono package, cockpit 70
Cigarette lighter 123
Cleaning, displays 219
Climate control 112, 115
Clock 64
Closing/opening via door lock 26
Closing/opening with remote control 24
Clothes hooks 129
Coasting 144
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 144
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 144
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 52
Combination reel, refer to Wiper system 52
Comfort Access 27
Compartments in the doors 128
Compass 121
Compressor 185
Computer, refer to On-board computer 67
Condensation on win‐ dows 117
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 136 Condition Based Service
CBS 197
Confirmation signal 29
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 94
Convenient opening 24
Coolant 195
Cooling function 113, 116
Cooling, maximum 116
Cooling system 195
Cornering lamp 75
Corrosion on brake discs 136
Cosmetic mirror 123
Courtesy lamps during unlock‐ ing 24
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 25
Cruise control 104
Cruise control, active 98
Cruising range 64
Cupholder 128
Current fuel consumption 65
D
Damage, tires 182
Damping control, dynamic 95
Data, technical 222
Date 64
Date, radio 69
Date, setting on radio 69
Daytime running lights 74
Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows 113
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 117
Defrosting the windows 113
Dehumidifying, air 113, 116
Digital clock 64
Digital compass 121
Digital radio 151
Dimensions 222
Dimmable exterior mirrors 41
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Direction indicator, refer toTurn signals 52
Display, electronic, instrument cluster 60
Display, engine tempera‐ ture 68
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 76
Displays 59
Displays, cleaning 219
Disposal, coolant 196
Disposal, vehicle battery 210
Distance control, refer to PDC 106
Distance covered, setting units 69
Door lock, refer to Remote control 22
Drive mode, GREEN mode 142
Drive-off assistant 97
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 94
Driving Dynamics Control 96
Driving instruction, GREEN mode 144
Driving instructions, break- in 134
Driving mode 96
Driving notes, general 134
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 94
Driving tips 134
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 94
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 95
Dynamic Damping Control 95
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 94
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 95 E
Electronic displays, instrument cluster 60
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 192
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 94
Emergency detection, remote control 23
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 172
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 23
Emergency wheel, compact wheel, refer to Emergency
wheel 207
Energy Control 65
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 49
Engine, automatic switch- off 49
Engine compartment 190
Engine compartment, working in 190
Engine coolant 195
Engine idling when driving, coasting 144
Engine oil 192
Engine oil, adding 193
Engine oil additives 193
Engine oil change 194
Engine oil filler neck 193
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 194
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 194
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 23
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 211
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 48
Engine stop 48
Engine temperature, dis‐ play 68 Entering a car wash 216
Equipment, interior 119
Error displays, see Check Con‐ trol 60
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 94
Exchanging wheels/tires 183
Exhaust system 135
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 41
Exterior mirrors 40
External start 211
External temperature dis‐ play 64
External temperature warn‐ ing 64
Eyes for securing cargo 138
F
Fader 148
Failure message, see Check Control 60
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 31
Fan, refer to Air flow 113, 116
Filler neck for engine oil 193
Fine wood, care 218
First aid kit 211
Fitting for towing, see tow fit‐ ting 214
Flat tire, changing wheels 206
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 84
Flat tire, repairing 185
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 81
Flat tire, warning lamp 82, 85
Flooding 135
Floor carpet, care 219
Floor mats, care 219
Fogged up windows 113
Folding back rear seat back‐ rests 125
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 54
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Formats, setting 69
Front airbags 78
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 87
Front fog lights 76
front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 80
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 80
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 84
Fuel 174
Fuel consumption, current 65
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 68
Fuel filler flap 172
Fuel gauge 64
Fuel lid 172
Fuel quality 174
Fuel recommendation 174
Fuel, tank capacity 226
Fuse 210
G Garage door opener, refer to Universal Integrated Remote
Control 119
Gasoline 174
Gear change, Steptronic trans‐ mission 56
Gear shift indicator 65
General driving notes 134
Glare shield 123
Glass sunroof, refer to Panor‐ amic glass sunroof 32
Glove compartment 127
Gong, volume equaliza‐ tion 148
GREEN mode 142
GREEN mode, bonus range 143
GREEN mode indicator 142
GREEN - program, driving dy‐ namics 96 GREEN tip 144
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 223
Ground clearance 136
H
Halogen headlights 201
Handbrake, refer to parking brake 51
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 120
Hands-free system 162
Hazard warning flashers 211
HD Radio 151
Head airbags 78
Headlight control, auto‐ matic 74
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 74
Headlight flasher 52
Headlight glass 200
Headlights, care 217
Head restraints 35
Head restraints, front 38
Head restraints, rear 39
Heavy cargo, stowing 138
High-beam Assistant 75
High beams 52
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 75
Hills 136
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 97
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 128
Homepage 6
Hood 190
Horn 14
Hot exhaust system 135
Hydroplaning 135
I Ice warning, see External tem‐ perature warning 64 Icy roads, see External tem‐
perature warning 64
Identification marks, tires 180
Identification number, see ve‐ hicle identification number 9
Ignition key, refer to Remote control 22
Ignition off 47
Ignition on 47
Illuminated ring, central in‐ strument cluster 70
Indication of a flat tire 82, 85
Indicator lamp, see Check Control 60
Individual air distribu‐ tion 113, 116
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 23
Inflation pressure, tires 176
Inflation pressure warning, tires 84
Info display, refer to On-Board computer 67
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 82
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 85
Instrument cluster 59
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 60
Instrument lighting 76
Integrated key 22
Intelligent Safety 86
Intensity, AUTO program 116
Interior equipment 119
Interior lights 76
Interior lights during unlock‐ ing 24
Interior lights with the vehicle locked 25
Interior motion sensor 31
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 42
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 121 Seite 241Everything from A to ZREFERENCE241
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