OWNER'S MANUAL - MINI USA

1 Contents A-Z. OWNER'S MANUAL . mini . mini CONVERTIBLE. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. Cooper Congratulations on your new mini . Cooper S This OWNER'S MANUAL should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide John Cooper the next owner with important operating, safety and mainte- Works nance information. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. 2009 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/09. Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. CONTENTS. The fastest way to find information on a particu- lar topic or item is by using the index, refer to AT A GLANCE.

2 Page 162. Using this OWNER'S MANUAL 4 Notes 6 Reporting safety defects AT A GLANCE. 10 Cockpit CONTROLS. CONTROLS. 18 Opening and closing 35 Adjustments 41 Transporting children safely 44 Driving 53 Everything under control 63 Technology for driving comfort and safety DRIVING TIPS. 74 Lamps 79 Climate 84 Practical interior accessories DRIVING TIPS. 92 Things to remember when driving MOBILITY. 102 Refueling 104 Wheels and tires MOBILITY. 116 Under the bonnet 120 Maintenance 122 Care 126 Replacing components 137 Giving and receiving assistance 141 Indicator and warning lamps REFERENCE. REFERENCE. 156 Technical data 162 From A to Z. 3. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. Notes Notes Using this OWNER'S Symbols on vehicle components MANUAL Indicates that you should consult the rele- vant section of this OWNER'S MANUAL for We have tried to make all the information in this information on a particular part or assembly. OWNER'S MANUAL easy to find.

3 The fastest way to find specific topics is to refer to the detailed index at the back of the MANUAL . If you wish to The individual vehicle gain an initial overview of your vehicle, you will find this in the first chapter. The manufacturer of your mini is the Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, BMW AG. Should you wish to sell your mini at some time in the future, remember to hand over this OWNER'S When you ordered your mini , you chose various MANUAL to the new owner ; it is an important part items of equipment. This OWNER'S MANUAL of the vehicle. describes the entire array of options and equip- ment that the manufacturer of your mini makes Additional sources of information available with a specific model range. Should you have any other questions, your mini Bear in mind that the MANUAL may contain infor- Dealer will be glad to advise you at any time. mation on accessories and equipment that you have not specified for your own vehicle. Sections You can find more information about the mini , describing options and special equipment are for example on its technology, on the Internet at marked by asterisks * to assist you in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this MANUAL and your own vehicle's equipment.

4 Symbols used If your mini features equipment not described in this OWNER'S MANUAL , observe the enclosed Sup- Indicates precautions that must be fol- plementary OWNER'S Manuals. lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos- sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.< Editorial notice Indicates information that will assist you in The manufacturer pursues a policy of continu- gaining the optimum benefit from your ous, ongoing development that is conceived to vehicle and enable you to care more effectively ensure that mini vehicles continue to embody for your vehicle.<. the highest quality and safety standards com- Refers to measures that can be taken to bined with advanced, state-of-the-art technol- help protect the environment.< ogy. For this reason, it is possible in exceptional < Marks the end of a specific item of infor- cases that features described in this OWNER'S mation. MANUAL could differ from those on your vehicle. * Indicates special equipment, country-specific equipment and optional accessories, as well as equipment and functions not yet available at the For your safety time of printing.

5 Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, the use of modern materials and powerful electron- 4. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. ics, requires specially adapted maintenance and the vehicle's electrical system or affect the valid- repair methods. Therefore, have the necessary ity of the mini Limited Warranty. See your mini . work on your mini only carried out by a mini Dealer for additional information.<. Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained Maintenance, replacement, or repair of personnel working in accordance with the spec- the emission control devices and systems AT A GLANCE. ifications of the mini manufacturer. If this work may be performed by any automotive repair is not carried out properly, there is a danger establishment or individual using any certified of subsequent damage and related safety automotive part.<. hazards.<. California Proposition 65 warning Parts and accessories California law requires us to issue the following For your own safety , use genuine parts warning: and accessories approved by the manu- Engine exhaust and a wide variety of facturer of the mini .

6 Automobile components and parts, CONTROLS. When you purchase accessories tested including components found in the interior fur- and approved by the manufacturer of the mini nishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals and Original mini Parts, you simultaneously known to the State of California to cause cancer acquire the assurance that they have been thor- and birth defects and reproductive harm. In oughly tested by the manufacturer of the mini addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and to ensure optimum performance when installed certain products of component wear contain or on your vehicle. emit chemicals known to the State of California The manufacturer of the mini warrants these to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- parts to be free from defects in material and ductive harm. DRIVING TIPS. workmanship. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories The manufacturer of the mini will not accept any contain lead and lead compounds.

7 Wash your liability for damage resulting from installation of hands after handling. parts and accessories not approved by the man- Used engine oil contains chemicals that have ufacturer of the mini . caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always The manufacturer of the mini cannot test every protect your skin by washing thoroughly with product made by other manufacturers to verify soap and water.<. if it can be used on a mini safely and without risk to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occu- pants. Service and warranty MOBILITY. Original mini Parts, mini Accessories and other We recommend that you read this publication products approved by the manufacturer of the thoroughly. mini , together with professional advice on using these items, are available from all mini Dealers. Your mini is covered by the following wa- ranties: Installation and operation of non- mini . approved accessories such as alarms, radios, > New Vehicle Limited Warranty amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty components, brake dust shields, telephones, > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty including operation of any mobile phone from REFERENCE.

8 Within the vehicle without using an externally > Federal Emissions Performance Warranty mounted antenna , or transceiver equipment, for > California Emission Control System Limited instance, CBs, walkie-talkies, ham radios or sim- Warranty ilar accessories, may cause extensive damage to Detailed information about these warranties is the vehicle, compromise its safety , interfere with listed in the Service and Warranty Information 5. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and For Canadian customers Notes Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. Canadian customers who wish to report a Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and safety -related defect to Transport Canada, designed to meet the particular operating con- Defect Investigations and Recalls, may call ditions and homologation requirements in your 1-800-333-0510 toll-free from anywhere in country and continental region in order to Canada or 1-613-993-9851 from the Ottawa deliver the full driving pleasure while the vehicle region and from other countries, or contact is operated under those conditions.

9 If you wish Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, to operate your vehicle in another country or ASFAD, Place de Ville, Tower C, 330 Sparks region, you may be required to adapt your vehi- Street, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0N5. cle to meet different prevailing operating condi- You can also obtain other information about tions and homologation requirements. You motor vehicle safety from should also be aware of any applicable warranty limitations or exclusions for such country or region. In such case, please contact Customer Relations for further information. Reporting safety defects For US customers The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic safety Administration, NHTSA, in addition to notifying mini of North America, LLC, Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.

10 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA. cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or mini of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236. (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);. go to ; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from 6. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. AT A GLANCE. CONTROLS. DRIVING TIPS. MOBILITY. REFERENCE. 7. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. AT A GLANCE. AT A GLANCE. CONTROLS. DRIVING TIPS. MOBILITY. REFERENCE. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 030 - 02/09 BMW AG. Cockpit Cockpit Around the steering wheel: Controls and displays 1 Adjusting the exterior mirrors, folding them High beams 76.