Manual tecnico minicooper

OWNER'S MANUAL
MINI MINI CONVERTIBLE

Contents A-Z

Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 427 - © 07/04 BMW AG

Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 427 - © 07/04 BMW AG

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MINI
This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safetyand maintenance information. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 427 - © 07/04 BMW AG

CONTENTS
NOTES
About this Owner's Manual 6 Additional sources of information 6 Symbols used 6 Your individual vehicle 6 Editorial notice 7 For your own safety 7 Symbol on vehicle parts 8 Service and warranty 8 Reporting safety defects 9

OVERVIEW
Cockpit12 Display elements 13 Display elements with navigation system or Cockpit Chrono Pack 14 Indicator and warning lamps 16 Multifunction steering wheels 20

CONTROLS
Opening and closing: Keys 24 Central locking system 24 Opening and closing: from outside 25 Opening and closing: from inside 28 Tailgate 29 Electric power windows 31 Glass sunroof, electric 33 Roller sun blind 34 Folding roof 35Convertible top 35 Wind deflector 39 Adjustments: Safe seating position 41 Seat adjustment 42 Head restraints 43 Entry to the rear 44 Safety belts 45 Seat heating 46 Steering wheel 46 Mirrors 46 Vehicle Memory 47 Transporting children safely 48

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Driving: Ignition lock 51 Starting the engine 51 Switching off the engine 52 Parking brake 53 Manual transmission 53 Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT) 54 Parkinglamps/Low beams 57 signal/Headlamp flasher 58 Instrument lighting 58 Fog lamps 58 Interior lamps 59 Washer/wiper system 59 Cruise control 61 Everything under control: Odometer 63 Clock 63 Fuel gauge 63 Coolant temperature gauge 64 Tachometer 65 Service interval display 65 Onboard computer 66

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INDEX

DATA

Loading and transportingcargo: Luggage compartment in the MINI 85 Luggage compartment in the MINI Convertible 86 Loading cargo 86 Roof-mounted luggage rack 89

REPAIRS

Interior conveniences: Glove compartment 81 Ashtray, drinks holders 81 Cigarette lighter, 12 V power supply 82 Integrated universal remote control 83

OPERATION

Controlling the climate for pleasant driving: Air conditioning system 75 Automaticclimate control 78

Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 97 Tire coding 99 Tire condition 100 Run Flat tires 101 New wheels and tires 102 Snow chains 104

CONTROLS

Technology for safety and driving convenience: All Season traction Control (ASC) 68 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 69 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 70 Flat Tire Monitor 71 Airbags 72 Park Distance Control (PDC) 74OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE
Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 92 General driving notes 93 Refueling 94 Brake system 96

OVERVIEW

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In the engine compartment: Bonnet 105 Engine compartment: MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE 106 MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S CONVERTIBLE 107 Washer fluid 108 Engine oil 108 Coolant 110 Brake fluid 111 Maintenance and care: MINIMaintenance System 112 OBD socket 113 Caring for your vehicle 113 Vehicle storage 116

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES
Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 120 Wiper blades 120 Lamps and bulbs 121 Repairing a flat tire 125 Space-saver spare tire 125 Changing tires 127 MINI Mobility System 129 Battery 132 Fuses 133 Giving and receiving assistance: Jump-starting 134 Towing and tow-starting 136...