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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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CareVehicle features and op‐tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Car washes
General information Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves
in the area below the windshield when the
hood is raised.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter. Intense soiling and road salt can dam‐
age the vehicle.
Hints Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
If the vehicle has a glass sunroof, ensure that a
distance of at least 31.5 inches/80 cm is main‐
tained. Holding them too close or using exces‐
sively high pressures or temperatures can
cause damage or preliminary damage that may
then lead to long-term damage.
Follow the user's manual for the high-pressure
washer. ◀Cleaning sensors/camera lenses with
high-pressure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors and camera lenses on the
outside of the vehicle for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm. ◀
Automatic car washes
Hints▷Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.▷Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.▷Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.▷Unscrew the rod antenna.▷Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to
page 53, to avoid unintentional wiper acti‐
vation.▷In some cases, an unintentional alarm can
be triggered by the interior motion sensor
of the alarm system. Follow the instructions
on avoiding an unintentional alarm, refer to
page 31.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged. ◀
Before driving into a car wash In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a
car wash, take the following steps:
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Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
Suitable care products are available from the
service center.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If upholstery is very dirty, e.g., with beverage
stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth
with a suitable interior cleaner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐
terial vigorously.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other
articles of clothing can damage the seat covers.
Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are closed. ◀
Caring for special components Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral
wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam
jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufac‐
turer's instructions.
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents
can destroy the protective layer of adjacent
components, such as the brake disk.
Chrome surfaces
Carefully clean components such as the radia‐
tor grille or door handles with an ample supply
of water, possibly with shampoo added, partic‐
ularly when they have been exposed to road
salt.
Rubber components Aside from water, treat only with rubber cleans‐
ers.When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any sili‐
con-containing car care products in order to
avoid damage or noises.
Fine wood parts
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Plastic components
These include:▷Imitation leather surfaces.▷Roofliner.▷Lamp lenses.▷Instrument cluster cover.▷Matt black spray-coated components.▷Painted parts in the interior.
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
Dampen cloth lightly with water.
Do not soak the roofliner.
No cleansers that contain alcohol or sol‐
vents
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. ◀
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Chemical cleaning
Do not clean chemically; this can destroy
the webbing. ◀
Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
Do not allow the reels to retract the safety belts
until they are dry.
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Technical dataVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Note
The technical data and specifications in this
Owner's Manual are used as guidance values.
The vehicle-specific data can deviate from this,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, country version or country-specific
measurement method. Detailed values can be
found in the approval documents, on informa‐
tion signs on the vehicle or can be obtained
from the service center.
The information in the vehicle documents al‐
ways has priority.
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Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the
model version, equipment or country-specific
measurement method.
The specified heights do not take into account
attached parts, for example, a roof antenna,
roof racks or spoiler. The heights can deviate,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, tires, load and chassis version.
MINI 3-doorWidth with mirrorsinches/mm76.1/1,932Width without mirrorsinches/mm68.0/1,727Heightinches/mm55.7/1,414LengthCooperinches/mm151.1/3,837Cooper Sinches/mm151.9/3,858John Cooper Worksinches/mm152.5/3,874Wheelbaseinches/mm98.2/2,495Smallest turning radius diam.ft/m35.4/10.8

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MINI 5-doorWidth with mirrorsinches/mm76.1/1,932Width without mirrorsinches/mm68.0/1,727Heightinches/mm56.1/1,425LengthCooperinches/mm157.4/3,998Cooper Sinches/mm158.0/4,013Wheelbaseinches/mm101.1/2,567Smallest turning radius diam.ft/m36.2/11.02
Weights
The values preceding the slash apply to vehicles
with manual transmission; the values following
the slash apply to vehicles with Steptronic
transmission.
MINI Cooper, 3-doorApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
3,565
1,617
Loadlbs
kg
790/725
358/329
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
1,920/1,990
871/903
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
1,725/1,685
782/764
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
132
60
Cargo area capacitycu ft
L
8.7–34.0
211–731

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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Interior rearview mirror, man‐ually dimmable 41
Internet site 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 65
Interval mode 53
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 207
Joystick, Steptronic transmis‐ sion 56
Jump-starting 211
K
Key/remote control 22
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 27
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile 23
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission 56
Knee airbag 79
L Lamp replacement 200
Lamp replacement, front 201
Lamp replacement, rear 203
Lamp replacement, side 206
Language, setting 69
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 138
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 44
Launch Control 58
Leather, care 217
LED bug light 201
LED headlights 201
LED ring, central instrument cluster 70
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 200 License Texts and Certifica‐
tions 231
Light 73
Light-alloy wheels, care 218
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 200
Lighter 123
Lighting 73
Lights and bulbs 200
Light switch 73
Load 138
Loading 137
Lock, door 26
Locking/unlocking via door lock 26
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 24
Locking, automatic 29
Locking, settings 29
Lock, power window 32
Locks, doors, and windows 46
Low beams 73
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 75
Lower back support, mechani‐ cal 36
Luggage rack, refer to Roof- mounted luggage rack 138
Lumbar support, mechani‐ cal 36
M Maintenance 197
Maintenance require‐ ments 197
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 65
Maintenance system, MINI 197
Make-up mirror 123
Malfunction displays, see Check Control 60
Manual air distribu‐ tion 113, 116
Manual air flow 113, 116 Manual mode, transmis‐
sion 56
Manual operation, door lock 26
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 41
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 172
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 107
Manual transmission 55
Manufacturer of the MINI 7
Marking on approved tires 183
Marking, run-flat tires 184
Master key, refer to Remote control 22
Maximum cooling 116
Maximum speed, display 66
Maximum speed, winter tires 184
Medical kit 211
Menu in instrument cluster 67
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol 60
Microfilter 114, 117
MID - program, driving dy‐ namics 96
MINI maintenance sys‐ tem 197
Minimum tread, tires 182
Mirrors 40
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 135
Mobile phone 162
Mobility System 185
Mode, GREEN Mode 142
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 7
Moisture in headlight 200
Mounting of child restraint systems 43
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NNeck restraints, front, refer to Head restraints 38
Neck restraints, rear, refer to Head restraints 39
New wheels and tires 183
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing 214
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 198
Octane rating, refer to Recom‐ mended fuel grade 174
Odometer 64
Oil 192
Oil, adding 193
Oil additives 193
Oil change 194
Oil change interval, service re‐ quirements 65
Oil filler neck 193
Oil types, alternative 194
Oil types, approved 194
Old batteries, disposal 210
On-board computer 67
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 198
Onboard vehicle tool kit 199
Opening/closing via door lock 26
Opening/closing with remote control 24
Optional equipment, standard equipment 6
Outside air, refer to Automatic recirculated-air control 117
Own safety 7
P Paint, vehicle 217
Panoramic glass sunroof 32
Parallel parking assistant 108 Park Distance Control
PDC 106
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 136
Parking aid, refer to PDC 106
Parking assistant 108
Parking brake 51
Parking lights 73
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 41
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 106
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 90
Performance Control 95
Personal Profile 23
Phone 162
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 33
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 32
Plastic, care 218
Power failure 209
Power windows 31
Pressure, tire air pressure 176
Pressure warning, tires 84
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 23
Protective function, glass sun‐ roof 33
Protective function, win‐ dows 32
R
Radiator fluid 195
Radio, AM/FM stations 149
Radio, Apple iPod/iPhone 155
Radio, AUX-IN port 154
Radio, control ele‐ ments 149, 154
Radio, external devices 154
Radio, FM/AM 149
Radio, muting 149
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control 22 Radio, overview 149, 154
Radio ready state 47
Radio, satellite radio 152
Radio, save stations 151
Radio, USB audio inter‐ face 155
Rain sensor 53
Rear fog lights 76
Rear lights 203
Rear luggage rack 139
Rearview mirror 40
Rear window de‐ froster 114, 117
Recirculated-air filter 117
Recirculated-air mode 113, 117
Recommended fuel grade 174
Recommended tire brands 183
Refueling 172
Remaining range 64
Remote control/key 22
Remote control, blocking 23
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 25
Remote control, replacing the battery 22
Remote control, univer‐ sal 119
Replacement fuse 210
Replacing parts 199
Replacing the battery, remote control 22
Replacing wheels/tires 183
Reporting safety defects 9
RES button 100
Reserve warning, refer to Range 64
Resetting the tone set‐ tings 148
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 82
Retaining straps, securing cargo 138
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