tailgate MINI Paceman 2013 User Guide

Things to remember when drivingDRIVING TIPS
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If special circumstances make it absolutely nec-
essary to drive with the tailgate open:
1. Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
2. Switch off recirculated -air mode and switch
the airflow control of the air conditioner or
automatic climate control to high, refer to
page 88 or 90.
Hot exhaust system
As in all vehicles, extremely high tempera-
tures are generated on the exhaust sys-
tem. Do not remove the heat shields installed
adjacent to various sect ions of the exhaust sys-
tem, and never apply undercoating to them.
When driving, standing at idle and while park-
ing, take care to avoid possible contact between
the hot exhaust system and any highly flamma-
ble materials such as hay, leaves, grass, etc. Such
contact could lead to a fire, with the risk of seri-
ous personal injuries and property damage. Do
not touch hot exhaust tail pipes. Otherwise,
there is a risk of burns. <
Hydroplaning
When driving on wet or slushy roads,
reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge
of water can form betw een tires and road sur-
face. This situation, known as hydroplaning, can
cause partial or complete loss of tire contact
with the road surface, so that the car cannot be
steered or braked properly. <
The risk of hydroplaning increases with declining
tread depth on the tires, refer also to Tread
depth on page 211.
Driving through water
Drive through water on the road only if it is
not deeper than 1 ft/30 cm, and then only
at walking speed at the most. Otherwise, the
vehicle's engine, the electrical systems and the
transmission may be damaged. <
Parking brake on inclines
On inclines, do not hold the vehicle with
the clutch; use the parking brake. Other-
wise, greater clutch wear will result. <
For information on driving off using Hill Assist,
refer to page 74.
Braking safely
Your MINI is equipped with ABS. If you are in a
situation which requires full braking, it is best to
brake using maximum brake pressure. Since the
vehicle maintains steeri ng responsiveness, you
can still avoid possible obstacles with a mini-
mum of steering effort.
The pulsation of the brake pedal, together with
the sound of hydraulic regulation, indicates that
ABS is functioning properly.
Objects in the movement range of the
pedals
Keep floor mats, carp et, and other objects
out of the movement range of the pedals;
otherwise, they may inhi bit the function of the
pedals during driving. Do not place additional
floor mats onto an existing one or onto other
objects. Only use floor mats that have been
approved for the vehicle and can be appropri-
ately fastened. Make sure that the floor mats are
securely fastened again after they have been
removed, e.g. for cleaning. <
Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly
exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every
few miles. Monitor traffic conditions to ensure
that this maneuver does not endanger other
road users. The heat generated in this process
helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that.
Then full braking force will be immediately avail-
able when it is needed.

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DRIVING TIPSThings to remember when driving
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Hills
To prevent overheating and the resulting
reduced efficiency of the brake system,
drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear in which the least braking is required. Even
light but consistent brake pressure can lead to
high temperatures, brake wear and possibly
even brake failure. <
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, all the way to first gear if neces-
sary. This strategy helps you avoid placing
excessive loads on the brake system. Downshift-
ing in manual mode of the automatic transmis-
sion, page 54.
Never drive with the clutch held down,
with the transmission in neutral or with
the engine switched off; otherwise, engine brak-
ing action will not be present or there will be no
power assistance to the brakes or steering.
Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other
objects to protrude into the area around the
pedals; otherwise, pedal function could be
impaired. <
Corrosion on brake rotors
When the vehicle is driven only occasionally,
during extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all, and in op erating conditions where
brake applications are less frequent, there is an
increased tendency for corrosion to form on
rotors, while contaminants accumulate on the
brake pads. This occurs because the minimum
pressure which must be exerted by the pads
during brake applications to clean the rotors is
not reached.
Should corrosion form on the brake rotors, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating
effect that even extended application will fail to
cure.
When the vehicle is parked
Condensation forms while the automatic climate
control is in operation, and then exits under the
vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the
vehicle are therefore normal. In the MINI Cooper S, the coolant pump may
continue to run for some time after the engine is
switched off. This will
generate noise in the
engine compartment.
Cargo loading
To avoid loading the tires beyond their
approved carrying capacity, never over-
load the vehicle. Overloading can lead to over-
heating and increases the rate at which damage
develops inside the tires. The ultimate result can
assume the form of a sudden blowout. <
Avoid fluid spills in the cargo area as they
could damage the vehicle. <
Expanding cargo area
Cargo area cover
Do not place any objects on the cover;
otherwise, they could endanger the car's
occupants, e.g. in the case of braking or sudden
swerving, or they may damage the cover. <
When you open the tailgate, the roll-up cover is
raised.
To load bulky luggage, the cover can be
removed.
1. Unhook the lift straps from the tailgate.
2. Lift the cover slightly, arrow 1, and pull it
rearward out of the bracket, arrow 2.
MINI Countryman:

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Flat load floor
Do not exceed a maximum load of
330 lbs/150 kg on the load floor; other-
wise, damage may result. <
Access to the storage space
Under the load floor, there is storage space, e.g.,
for the cargo net.
1.Reach into the recess, arrow 1, at the back
edge of the load floor.
MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
2. Lift up the pull-out floor panel at the rear,
arrow 1 and fold it forward, arrow 2. Before closing the tailgate, put the load floor
back on the cargo area floor.
Removing
If necessary, the load floor can be removed.
1.
Fold load floor together.
2. Pull the load floor back slightly out of the
take-up.
3. Then take it out toward the top.
The folded together load floor can be placed into
the luggage compartment.
MINI Countryman: cargo net
Ensure that the cargo net is firmly
attached; otherwise, injuries may occur.<
Before installing
1.Remove the pouch with the cargo net from
the storage compartment under the pull-out
floor panel in the cargo area.
2. Remove the cargo net from the pouch, then
unroll and unfold it.
After use, fold the cargo net together, roll it
back up in the same way, and place it in the
pouch so that it can be stowed under the
floor panel again. When doing so, make sure
that hooks and tensioning buckles do not
rest against the rod elements.
3. Unfold the cargo net until the rod elements
snap into place.

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MOBILITYReplacing components
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Tail lamps
Bulb P 21 W
MINI Countryman:
1Brake/tail lamp
2 Turn signal
3 Brake/tail lamp
4 Backup lamps
5 Backup lamps
MINI Paceman:
1 Brake light
2 Rear lamp
3 Turn signal
4 Backup lamps
Changing
All bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder.
MINI Countryman:
1.Switch off the light and remove the infrared
remote control from the ignition lock.
2. Open the tailgate, 3.
Push the cover panel out from the rear of the
cargo area side trim panel and remove it.
4. Open emergency release for the fuel filler
flap, see page 200, and then push to the
side with the foam insert.
Ensure that the emergency release is not
damaged.
5. Disengage the bulb holder by pressing down
on the clamping clip, arrow 1.
6. Take out bulb holder and pull out cable,
arrow 2.
7. Exerting gentle pressure, turn bulb to the left
and remove.
8. To insert the new bulb and install the bulb
holder, proceed in reverse order. Ensure that
the lamp holder engages in all the fasteners.
9. Put foam insert in its original position and
install the emergency fuel flap release.
10. Install cover.

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Replacing componentsMOBILITY
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MINI Paceman:
1.Switch off the light and remove the infrared
remote control from the ignition lock.
2. Open the tailgate,
3. Remove the cover from the luggage com-
partment side panel.
4. Unlock the retaining element, arrow 1, by
turning it.
5. Remove the screws, arrow 2, using the hex
wrench from the vehicle document case.
6. Remove the tail lamp.
7. Disengage the bulb holder by pressing down
on the clamping clip, arrow 1.
8. Take out bulb holder and pull out cable,
arrow 2. 9.
Exerting gentle pressure, turn bulb to the left
and remove.
10. To insert the new bulb and install the bulb
holder, proceed in reverse order. Ensure that
the lamp holder engages in all the fasteners.
License plate lamps
5watt bulb, C5W
MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
1.Using a screwdriver, push the lamp to the
left in the tab of the lamp housing, arrow 1.
2. Remove the lamp, arrow 2.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Insert the lamp.
Center brake lamp
This lamp uses LED technology for operation. In
the event of a malfunction, contact your MINI
dealer or a workshop that has specially trained
personnel working in acco rdance with the spec-
ifications of your MINI manufacturer.

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Everything from A to ZREFERENCE
261
B
Background lighting, refer to
Ambient lighting 87
Backrests, refer to Seats 39
Backup lamps
– replacing bulb 228
Band-aids, refer to First aid pouch 236
Bar, refer to Tow-starting,
towing away 239
Base plate for telephone or mobile phone
– refer to Snap-in adapter 185
Bass sounds, refer to Tone control 141
Battery 233
– disposal 35,234
– jump-starting 236
– temporary power failure 234
Battery renewal
– remote control 35
Being towed 238
Belts, refer to Safety belts 42
Belt tensioner, refer to Safety
belts 42
Beverage holders, refer to Cupholders 100
Black ice, refer to External temperature warning 61
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 88,90
Bluetooth, activating/
deactivating 165,175
Bluetooth audio 157
– device pairing 158
– disconnecting an audio connection 160
– playback 159
– unpairing device 160
– what to do if... 160
Bottle holders, refer to
Cupholders 100
Brake Assist 72
Brake fluid, refer to Service
requirements 64 Brake lamps
– replacing bulbs
228
Brake pads, breaking in 104
Brake rotors 106
– brakes 104
– breaking in 104
Brakes
– ABS 72
– breaking in 104
– MINI Maintenance
System 218
– parking brake 52
– service requirements 64
Brakes, refer to Braking safely 105
Br ake system
104
– breaki ng

in104
– disc brakes 106
– MINI Maintenance
System 218
Breakdown service, refer to Roadside Assistance 236
Breaking in the clutch 104
Break-in period 104
Brightness of Control
Display 70
Bulb changing, refer to Lamps and bulbs 224
Button for starting the engine 50
Buttons on the steering wheel 11
C
Calendar 191
– displaying appointment 191
– selecting calendar day 191
California Proposition 65
warning 5
Call
– ending 168,180
– muting the microphone 181
Calling, refer to Phone numbers, dialing 168,180
Can holders, refer to Cupholders 100 Capacities
251
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 233
Car care 220
Care 220
– car-care products 220
– car washes 220
– CD/DVD drives 223
– high-pressure washers 221
– leather 222
– manual washing 221
– upholstery and fabrics 222
– windows 221
– wiper blades 221
Cargo, securing 112
Cargo area 106
– capacity 249
– Comfort Access 34
– lamp 87
– opening from outside 31
– trunk lid, refer to Tailgate 31
Cargo area, expanding 106
Cargo area lamp 87
Cargo area lid, refer to Tailgate 31
Cargo area partition net, refer to Cargo net 109
Cargo loading 110
– securing cargo 112
– stowing cargo 111
– vehicle 106
Cargo net 109
Car key, refer to Keys/remote
controls 26
Carpets, care 222
Car phone
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 97
Car phone, refer to
Telephone 164,174
Car radio, refer to Radio 143
Car wash
– before driving in 52
Car wa sh, care
220
Car w a

shes220
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 105

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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
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Intermittent mode of the wipers 56
Internal care 222
Internet page 4
J
Jacking points 232
Jets, refer to Window washer nozzles 57
Joystick, refer to Onboard computer 16
Jumpering, refer to Jump-
starting 236
Jump-starting 236
K
Key, refer to Keys/remote
controls 26
Keyless-Go, refer to Comfort Access 33
Keyless opening and closing, refer to Comfort Access 33
Key Memory, refer to Personal
Profile 26
Keypad dialing 169,181
Kickdown 53
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 53
Knock control 201
L
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/
Low beams 84
Lamps and bulbs, replacing bulbs 224
Lashing eyes, refer to Securing
cargo 112
Last destinations 123
LATCH child restraint fixing
system 47
Leather care 222
LEDs light-emitting diodes 225
Length, refer to Dimensions 246 License plate lamp
– bulb replacement
229
Light
– automatic headlamp
control 84
Light alloy wheels, care 222
Light-emitting diodes
LEDs 225
Lighter 100
– socket 101
Lighting
– lamps and bulbs 224
– of the instruments 86
– of vehicle, refer to Lamps 84
Light switch 84
Limit, refer to Speed limit 69
Load 110
Load securing equipment, refer to Securing cargo 112
Lock buttons of doors, refer to Locking 30
Locking
– adjusting confirmation signal 28
– from inside 30
– from outside 28
– without remote control, refer
to Comfort Access 33
Locking and unlocking doors
– confirmation signals 28
– from inside 30
– from outside 27
Longlife oils
– approved motor oils 216
Low beams 84
– automatic 84
– replacing bulb 225
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 40
Luggage compartment
– doors, refer to Tailgate 31
Luggage compartment
partition net, refer to Cargo
net 109
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack 112
Lumbar support 40
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires 213
Main menu 17
Maintenance, refer to Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Maintenance system 218
Malfunction warnings, refer to Check Control 67
Manual air distribution 89
Manual mode
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic 54
Manual operation
– door lock 29
– fuel filler flap 200
– transmission lock, automatic transmission 54
Manual transmission 52
Manual washing 221
Map
– changing scale 132
Map for navigation
– entering destination 125
Master key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 26
Maximum cooling 91
Maximum speed
– with winter tires 213
Medical assistance, refer to First aid pouch 236
MENU button 16
Menus, refer to Onboard computer 16
Messages 190
Microfilter
– for air conditioner 89
– for automatic climate
control 91
– MINI Maintenance System 218

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P
Paintwork, care221
Park Distance Control PDC 71
Parking
– vehicle 51
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control PDC 71
Parking brake 52
– indicator lamp 13
Parking lamps, replacing bulb 226
Parking lamps/low beams 84
Parts and accessories, see Vehicle equipment 4
Pathway lighting 85
Personal Profile 26
Phone numbers
– dialing 168,180
Pinch protection system
– windows 37
Plastic parts, care 223
Pollen
– refer to Microfilter/activated- charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 91
– refer to Microfilter for air conditioner 89
Power failure 234
Power window
– safety switch 37
Power windows 36
Power windows, refer to
Windows 36
Pressure, tires 203
Pressure moni toring, tires75
– Flat Tire Monitor 75
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 77
Protective function, refer to Pinch protection system
– windows 37
Puncture
– Flat Tire Monitor 75
R
Radio
– controls140
– HD Radio 144
– satellite radio 145
– storing stations 144
– tone control 141
– volume 141
– waveband, selecting 143
Radio key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 26
Radio position, refer to Radio
readiness 50
Radio readiness 50
– switched off 51
– switched on 50
Rain sensor 56
Random play sequence
– external devices 156
Range, refer to Cruising range 61
Reading aloud 193
Reading lamps 87
Rear lamps
– bulb replacement 228
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 228
Rear-mounted luggage rack 113
Rear seat back rest, folding106
Rear seats
– adjusting 40
– folding down the backrests 106
Rearview mirror
– compass 95
Rearview mirror, refer to Mirrors 44
Rear window
– windshield wiper 57
Rear window defroster 89,91
Rear window safety switch 37
Reception
– quality 144
– radio station 144 Recirculated-air mode
89,90
Recirculation of air, refer to Recirculated-air
mode 89,90
Reclining seat , refer to
Backrest 39
Refueling 200
Rejecting a call 168,180
Releasing
– hood 215
Reminders 192
Remote control 26
– battery renewal 35
– Comfort Access
33
– garage

door opener 93
– malfunctions 29,34
– service data 218
– tailgate 28
Replacement remote
control 26
Replacing bulbs, refer to Lamps and bulbs 224
Replacing tires, refer to New
wheels and tires 212
Reporting safety defects 7
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 60
Reservoir for washer
systems 57
Reset, refer to Resetting tone
settings 142
Restraint systems
– for children 46
– refer to Safety belts 42
Reverse
– CD player 152
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 53
– manual transmission 52
Road map 131
Roadside Assistance 236
Roadside parking lamps 86
– replacing bulb 226
Road worthiness test, refer to
Service requirements 64

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Shuffled, refer to Random
– CD player152
Side airbags 81
Side marker lamps, replacing
bulbs 227
Side turn signal
– replacing bulb 227
Side windows, refer to Windows 36
Signal horn, refer to Horn 10
Sitting safely 38
– airbags 38
– safety belts 38
– with head restraint 38
Size, refer to Dimensions 246
Sliding/tilt sunroof
– refer to Glass roof, electric 35
Slot for remote control 50
Smokers' package, refer to
Ashtray 100
Snap-in adapter
– inserting/removing 185
– use 174
Snap-in adapter, refer to Center armrest storage
compartment 97
Snow chains 213
Socket, refer to Connecting
electrical appliances 101
Socket for On-Board Diagnosis
OBD 219
Software update 161
Speaking, refer to Voice
instructions from navigation
system 133
Special destinations 124
Special oils, refer to Approved engine oils 216
Speed 244
– with winter tires 213
Speed limit 69
– setting 69
Speed limit warning, refer to Speed limit 69 Speedo, refer to
Speedometer 12
Speedometer 12
Speed volume 141
Split rear seat backrest, refer to Expanding the cargo
area 106
Sport button 74
Stability contro l, refer to
Driving stability control
systems 72
Start/Stop button 50
– starting the engine 51
– switching off the engine 51
Starting, refer to Starting the engine 51
Starting assistance, refer to Jump-starting 236
Starting route guidance 129
Sta rting th
e

engine 51
– Start/Stop button 50
Start-off assistance, refer to
– DSC 72
– Hill Assist 74
State/province, for
navigation 120
Station, selecting
– radio 143
Status information on the Control Display 19
Status of this Owner's Manual at time of printing 4
Steering wheel 45
– adjustment 45
– buttons on steering wheel 11
– lock 50
– shift paddles 54
Steptronic, refer to Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 52
Storage area
– cargo area 106
Storage compartments 98
Storage space
– storage compartments 98Storing a destination in the
address book 122
Storing the vehicle 223
Storing tires 213
Stowage, refer to Storage compartments 98
Summer tires, refer to Wheels
and tires 203
SW, waveband 143
Switches, refer to Cockpit 10
Switching off
– engine 51
Switching off the engine 51
– Start/Stop button 50
Switching on
– audio 140
– CD player 140
– radio 140
Switching radio on/off 140
Switching the cooling function on and off 91
Symbols 4
– status information 19
T
Tachometer60
Tailgate 31
– Comfort Access 34
– opening/closing 31
– opening from outside 31
– unlocking with remote control 28
Tail lamp, refer to Tail lamps 228
– replacing bulb 228
Tail lamps 228
Tank volume, refer to Capacities 251
Target cursor for navigation 125
Tasks 192
Technical data 244
Technical modifications 4

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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
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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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