battery MINI Paceman 2015 Owner's Guide

two jumper cables. In the same way, you can
help jump-start another vehicle. Only use
jumper cables with fully insulated clamp han‐
dles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐
nents while the engine is running. ◀
Preparation1.Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts and approxi‐
mately the same capacitance in Ah. This in‐
formation can be found on the battery.2.Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.3.Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
There must not be any contact between
the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise there
is a danger of shorting. ◀
Connecting jumper cables
Connecting order
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
from sparking. ◀1.Open the battery cover in the engine com‐
partment to access the positive terminal.2.Unlock the tabs of the positive terminal
cover on the left and right, arrows 1, and
raise the cover, arrow 2.3.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery or to a starting aid terminal of the
vehicle providing assistance.4.Attach the second clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery of the vehicle to be started.5.Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery, or to the corresponding engine
or body ground of the vehicle providing as‐
sistance.6.Attach the second clamp of the negative
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the battery, or to the engine or body
ground of the vehicle to be started.
Body ground:
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at a slightly in‐
creased idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle being started
in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another
attempt in order to allow the discharged
battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing
Notes Observe applicable laws and regulations
Observe applicable laws and regulations
for tow-starting and towing. ◀
No additional passengers
Do not transport any passengers other
than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed. ◀
Using a tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried
in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the MINI.
The tow fitting is stowed in the following loca‐
tion, depending on the equipment:▷Under the right or left front seat.▷In the pouch of the wheel change set in the
cargo area.
Tow fitting, information on use
▷Use only the tow fitting provided with
the vehicle and screw it all the way in.▷Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur. ◀
Access to the screw thread Push out the tow fitting cover at the appropri‐
ate recess in the bumper.
Front
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12CauseHow to respondLights up in yellow:The engine will start the next time the Start/
Stop button is touched, possibly without the
brake or clutch being depressed.The remote control is malfunctioning or, in
cars with Comfort Access, was not detected.The engine cannot be started. Have
the remote control checked, if nec‐
essary.The battery in the remote control is dis‐
charged.Use the remote control for a longer
journey or, in cars with Comfort Ac‐
cess, replace the battery.The belt tensioners and/or airbag system
has failed.Have the system checked immedi‐
ately.
Fasten the safety belts anyway.Steering assistance has failed.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Markedly different
steering response. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.Lights up in red:Engine malfunctionStop the car and switch off the en‐
gine. You cannot continue your
journey. Contact your service cen‐
ter.Lights up in yellow:Full engine power is no longer available.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the engine
checked as soon as possible.Indicator lamp 1 flashes:Engine malfunction under high load. High
engine load will result in damage to the cat‐
alytic converter.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the vehicle
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12CauseHow to respondIndicator lamp 1 lights up:Engine malfunction with adverse effect on
emissions.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the vehicle
checked as soon as possible.Lights up in red:The engine is overheating.Carefully bring the car to a stop,
switch off the engine and allow it to
cool down. Do not open the hood;
otherwise, there would be a risk of
injury due to scalding. Contact your
service center.Lights up in yellow:The engine is too hot.Continue driving at more moderate
speed so that the engine can cool
down. Have the engine checked
without delay if the situation reoc‐
curs.Lights up in red:Battery is no longer being charged. Alterna‐
tor malfunction.Switch off all unnecessary electrical
consumers. Have the power supply
system checked without delay.Lights up in yellow:The battery charge level is very low, the bat‐
tery is old or is not securely connected.Charge the battery by taking a long
drive or using an external charger.
If necessary, switch off automatic
power consumers. Have the battery
checked as soon as possible.Indication in US models
The parking brake is set.Indication in Canadian models
The parking brake is set.Seite 194MOBILITYIndicator/warning lamps194
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 81
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 64
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 92
Adaptive Light Control 68
Additives, engine oil 167
Airbags 71
Airbags, indicator/warning light 74
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode, air condi‐
tioner 89
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode, automatic
climate control 91
Air conditioning 88
Air conditioning mode, air conditioner 88
Air conditioning mode, auto‐ matic climate control 90
Air distribution, air condi‐ tioner, manual 89
Air distribution, automatic 91
Air distribution, automatic cli‐ mate control, manual 92
Air distribution, individual 89
Air drying, refer to Cooling function 92
Air flow rate for air condi‐ tioner 89
Air flow rate with automatic climate control 91
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 152
Air supply, air conditioner 88 Air supply, automatic climate
control 90
Alarm system 30
Alarm system, avoiding unin‐ tentional alarms 31
Alarm system, ending an alarm 30
Alarm system, interior motion sensor 31
Alarm system, tilt alarm sen‐ sor 31
ALL4 all-wheel system 83
All-wheel drive, refer to ALL4 83
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 95
Ambient lighting 70
Antifreeze, washer fluid 54
Antilock Brake System, ABS 81
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 81
Anti-theft protection 21
Approved engine oils 167
Ashtray 98
Assistance, roadside 181
Assistance when driving off, refer to Hill drive-off assis‐
tant 83
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 181
Automatic air distribution 91
Automatic air flow 91
Automatic car wash 186
Automatic climate control 90
Automatic climate control, au‐ tomatic air distribution 91
Automatic, cruise control 85 Automatic headlight con‐
trol 66
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 55
AUTO program with auto‐ matic climate control 91
AUX-IN port 130
Average fuel consumption 60
Average fuel consumption, setting the units 61
Average speed 60
Average speed, refer to Com‐ puter 59
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 36
Backrests, refer to Seats 35
Backup lights, bulb replace‐ ment 176
Battery disposal 30
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐ tery 179
Battery, remote control 20
Battery replacement, remote control 30
Belts, refer to Safety belts 37
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 37
Bi-xenon headlights 172
Brake assistant 81
Brake discs, breaking in 110
Brake fluid, refer to Service re‐ quirements 63
Brake force distribution, elec‐ tronic 81
Brake pads, breaking in 110
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Brakes, MINI maintenancesystem 169
Brakes, service require‐ ments 63
Brake system, MINI mainte‐ nance system 169
Braking, notes 111
Braking, parking brake 50
Breakdown assistance, Road‐ side Assistance 181
Breaking in 110
Buckle tongue, height adjust‐ ment 38
Button for starting the engine, refer to Start/Stop button 48
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 179
Car care products 187
Care, displays 189
Care, vehicle 187
Cargo area, Comfort Ac‐ cess 28
Cargo area door, refer to Tail‐ gate 26
Cargo area, enlarging, cargo cover 100
Cargo area, flat loading floor 102
Cargo area light, refer to Inte‐ rior lights 69
Cargo area, multi-function hook 103
Cargo area, opening from the outside 26
Cargo area, partition net 102
Car horn, refer to Horn 12
Carpet, care 189
Car phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 136
Car wash 186 CBC, Cornering Brake Con‐
trol 81
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 169
CD/DVD drives, care 190
Center armrest 105
Center console, refer to Around the center con‐
sole 15
Center rail 105
Center rail, refer to Storage compartments 105
Central locking, Comfort Ac‐ cess 28
Central locking from the in‐ side 25
Central locking system, con‐ cept 21
Central locking system, from the outside 21
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 6
Changing wheels/tires 159
Check Control 64
Children, transporting 43
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 44
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tems 43
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 43
Child seat, mounting 43
Child seats, refer to Transport‐ ing children safely 43
Chrome parts, care 189
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode, air con‐
ditioner 89
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode, auto‐
matic climate control 91
Cleaning, displays 189
Cleaning, refer to Care 186
Climate 88
Climate mode, ventilation 93
Clock 58 Clock, 12h/24h mode 61
Closing from the inside 25
Closing, from the outside 22
Clutch, breaking in 110
Cockpit 12
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 49
Combination instrument, refer to Displays 14
Combination switch, refer to Turn signal/high-beams/
headlight flasher 51
Combination switch, refer to Washer/wiper system 52
Comfort Access 28
Comfort Access, in the car wash 29
Comfort Access, replacing the battery 30
Comfort area, refer to Around the center console 15
Compartment for remote con‐ trol, refer to Ignition lock 48
Compass, digital 96
Computer 59
Computer, displaying informa‐ tion 59
Condition Based Service CBS 169
Confirmation signals for vehi‐ cle locking/unlocking 23
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 60
Control Display, care 189
Controls and displays 12
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 81
Convenient operation, win‐ dow 23
Coolant temperature 59
Cooling function, switching on and off 92
Cooling, maximum 91
Cornering Brake Control, CBC 81
Corrosion on brake discs 112 Seite 211Everything from A to ZREFERENCE211
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Opening and closing, from theoutside 22
Opening and closing, using the door lock 24
Opening and closing, via the remote control 22
Opening and unlocking from the inside 25
Outside air mode, automatic climate control 91
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐ lated air mode, air condi‐
tioner 89
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐ lated air mode, automatic
climate control 91
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 59
P Park Distance Control PDC 86
Parking aid, refer to Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 86
Parking assistant, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 86
Parking brake 50
Parking light, bulb replace‐ ment 174
Parking lights 66
Parking lights/low beams 66
PDC Park Distance Control 86
Personal Profile 20
Pinch protection, windows 33
Pivoting sun visor 96
Plastic, care 188
Pollen, refer to Microfilter 90
Pollen, refer to Microfilter/ activated-charcoal filter 90
Pollen, refer to Microfilter/ activated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate con‐
trol 92
Poor road operation 113
Power windows 33 Power windows, refer to Win‐
dows 32
Prescribed engine oils, refer to Approved engine oils 167
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 76
Pressure, tires 152
Pressure warning, tires 74
Profile depth, refer to Mini‐ mum tread depth 158
Profile, tires 157
Protective function, refer to Pinch protection system,
windows 33
R
Radio MINI Boost CD 122
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 20
Radio ready state 48
Radio ready state, switched off 49
Radio ready state, switched on 48
Radio setting, refer to Radio ready state 48
Rain sensor 52
Range 60
Rear 36
Rear fog light, bulb replace‐ ment 176
Rear lights, refer to Tail lights 176
Rear seat backrests, foldable, MINI Countryman 100
Rear seat backrests, foldable, MINI Paceman 101
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐ rors 40
Rear window defroster with air conditioner 89 Rear window defroster with
automatic climate con‐
trol 92
Rear window, washing 54
Rear window wiper 54
Recirculated air mode, air conditioner 89
Recirculated air mode, auto‐ matic climate control 91
Recommended fuel grade 150
Recommended tire brands 159
Releasing, refer to Unlock‐ ing 28
Remaining range for service, refer to Service require‐
ments 63
Remaining range, refer to Range 60
Remote control 20
Remote control, battery re‐ placement 30
Remote control, Comfort Ac‐ cess 28
Remote control, Comfort Ac‐ cess, malfunctions 29
Remote control, garage door opener 94
Remote control, radio interfer‐ ence 24
Remote control, removing from the ignition lock 48
Remote control, service data 169
Remote control, universal 94
Replacement remote con‐ trol 20
Replacing wheels/tires 159
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 59
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
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Tank gauge, refer to Fuelgauge 59
Technical changes, refer to Safety 6
Telephone 136
Temperature, air condi‐ tioner 89
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 92
Temperature, coolant, refer to Coolant temperature 59
Temperature display– External temperature warn‐
ing 58
Temperature display, external
temperature 58
Temperature display, setting the units 61
Temperature warning 58
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 30
Tilt alarm sensor 31
Time, setting the time 62
Tire age 158
Tire, flat tire 75
Tire identification marks 156
Tire inflation pressure 152
Tire inflation pressure, pres‐ sure loss, FTM 75
Tire pressure loss, RDC 77
Tire, pressure monitoring, re‐ fer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 76
Tire pressure monitor, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 74
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 76
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, system limits 79
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, system reset 77
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, warning lamp 77
Tire Quality Grading 156
Tires, breaking in 110
Tires, changing 159
Tires, condition 157
Tires, damage 158
Tire size 156
Tires, minimum tread 158
Tires, retreaded tires 159
Tires, storage 160
Tire tread 157
Towing another vehicle 183
Towing, being towed 183
Tow-starting 183
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 76
Traction control 82
Transmission lock, refer to Changing the selector lever
positions 56
Transmission, overriding the selector lever lock with Step‐
tronic transmission 57
Transmission, refer to Manual transmission 55
Transmission, see Steptronic transmission 55
Transporting children safely 43
Trip-distance counter, refer to Trip odometer 58
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 51
Trip odometer 58
Trunk lid, refer to Tailgate 26
Trunk, refer to Cargo area 26
Turning lights, refer to Adap‐ tive Light Control 68
Turn signal, bulb replace‐ ment 174
Turn signal indicator lamp 14
Turn signals 51
Turn signals, triple turn signal activation 51
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/ UTQG 156
Unintentional alarms, avoid‐ ing 31 Units, average fuel consump‐
tion 61
Units, temperature 61
Universal remote control 94
Unlocking from the inside 25
Unlocking, from the out‐ side 22
Unlocking, tailgate 28
Unlocking, without remote control, refer to Comfort Ac‐
cess 28
Upholstery care 188
Upholstery material care 188
USB audio interface 131
V Vanity mirror 96
Vehicle battery 179
Vehicle, breaking in 110
Vehicle care 187
Vehicle care, refer to Care 186
Vehicle equipment 6
Vehicle paintwork, care 188
Vehicle storage 190
Vehicle, switching off 50
Vehicle wash 186
Ventilation, air conditioner 93
W
Warning and indicator lamps 15
Warning and indicator lamps, overview 191
Warning messages, refer to Check Control 64
Warning triangle 181
Washer/wiper system 52
Washer/wiper system, rain sensor 52
Washer/wiper system, washer fluid 54
Washer fluid 54
Washer fluid reservoir 54 Seite 218REFERENCEEverything from A to Z218
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