OWNER'S MANUAL - MINI USA

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CooperCooper SJohn CooperWorksCongratulations on your new MINIThis Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part ofthis vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to providethe next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information.We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 483 - 02/10 BMW AG

2010 Bayerische Motoren WerkeAktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with thewritten consent of BMW AG, Munich.US English II/10Printed on environmentally friendly paper,bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 483 - 02/10 BMW AG

CONTENTSAT A GLANCEThe fastest way to find information on a particular topic or item is by using the index, refer topage 160.Using this Owner's Manual46NotesReporting safety defectsAT A GLANCECockpitCONTROLS10CONTROLSOpening and closingAdjustmentsTransporting children safelyDrivingControls overviewTechnology for driving comfort and safetyLampsClimatePractical interior accessoriesDRIVING TIPS183541445363747984DRIVING TIPS92Things to remember when drivingMOBILITYRefuelingWheels and tiresUnder the hoodMaintenanceCareReplacing componentsGiving and receiving assistanceIndicator and warning ne Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 483 - 02/10 BMW AGREFERENCE154 Technical data160 Everything from A to Z3

NotesNotesUsing this Owner'sManualWe have tried to make all the information in thisOwner's Manual easy to find. The fastest way tofind specific topics is to refer to the detailedindex at the back of the manual. If you wish togain an initial overview of your vehicle, you willfind this in the first chapter.Should you wish to sell your MINI at some time inthe future, remember to hand over this Owner'sManual to the new owner; it is an important partof the vehicle.Additional sources of informationShould you have any other questions, your MINIdealer will be glad to advise you at any time.You can find more information about the MINI,for example on its technology, on the Internet atwww.MINI.com.Symbols usedIndicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage tothe vehicle. Indicates information that will assist you ingaining the optimum benefit from yourvehicle and enable you to care more effectivelyfor your vehicle. Refers to measures that can be taken tohelp protect the environment. Marks the end of a specific item of information.Symbols on vehicle componentsIndicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Manual forinformation on a particular part or assembly.The individual vehicleThe manufacturer of your MINI is the BayerischeMotoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, BMW AG.When you ordered your MINI, you chose variousitems of equipment. This Owner's Manualdescribes the entire array of options and equipment that the manufacturer of your MINI makesavailable with a specific model range.Bear in mind that the manual may contain information on accessories and equipment that youhave not specified for your own vehicle. Sectionsdescribing options and special equipment aremarked by asterisks * to assist you in identifyingpossible differences between the descriptions inthis manual and your own vehicle's equipment.If your MINI features equipment not described inthis Owner's Manual, observe the enclosed Supplementary Owner's Manuals.Editorial noticeThe manufacturer pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived toensure that MINI vehicles continue to embodythe highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this reason, it is possible in exceptionalcases that features described in this Owner'sManual could differ from those on your vehicle.* Indicates special equipment, country-specificequipment and optional accessories, as well asequipment and functions not yet available at thetime of printing.4Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 483 - 02/10 BMW AG

For your own safety, use genuine partsand accessories approved by the manufacturer of the MINI.When you purchase accessories testedand approved by the manufacturer of the MINIand Original MINI Parts, you simultaneouslyacquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by the manufacturer of the MINIto ensure optimum performance when installedon your vehicle.The manufacturer of the MINI warrants theseparts to be free from defects in material andworkmanship.The manufacturer of the MINI will not accept anyliability for damage resulting from installation ofparts and accessories not approved by the manufacturer of the MINI.The manufacturer of the MINI cannot test everyproduct made by other manufacturers to verifyif it can be used on a MINI safely and without riskto either the vehicle, its operation, or its occupants.California Proposition 65 warningCalifornia law requires us to issue the followingwarning:Engine exhaust and a wide variety ofautomobile components and parts,including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancerand birth defects and reproductive harm. Inaddition, certain fluids contained in vehicles andcertain products of component wear contain oremit chemicals known to the State of Californiato cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.Battery posts, terminals and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds. Wash yourhands after handling.Used engine oil contains chemicals that havecaused cancer in laboratory animals. Alwaysprotect your skin by washing thoroughly withsoap and water. Original MINI Parts, MINI Accessories and otherproducts approved by the manufacturer of theMINI, together with professional advice on usingthese items, are available from all MINI dealers.Service and warrantyInstallation and operation of accessories thathave not been approved by the manufacturer ofyour MINI, such as alarms, radios, amplifiers,radar detectors, wheels, suspension compo-Your MINI is covered by the following warranties:We recommend that you read this publicationthoroughly. New Vehicle Limited Warranty Rust Perforation Limited WarrantyOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 483 - 02/10 BMW AGAT A GLANCECONTROLSParts and accessoriesMaintenance, replacement, or repair ofthe emission control devices and systemsmay be performed by any automotive repairestablishment or individual using any certifiedautomotive part. DRIVING TIPSAdvanced technology, e.g. the use ofmodern materials and powerful electronics, requires specially adapted maintenance andrepair methods. Therefore, have the necessarywork on your MINI only carried out by a MINIdealer or a workshop that has specially trainedpersonnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer. If this workis not carried out properly, there is a danger ofsubsequent damage and related safety hazards. MOBILITYMaintenance and repairnents, brake dust shields, telephones, includingoperation of any mobile phone from within thevehicle without using an externally mountedantenna, or transceiver equipment, for instance,CBs, walkie-talkies, ham radios or similar accessories, may cause extensive damage to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with thevehicle's electrical system or affect the validity ofthe MINI Limited Warranty. See your MINI dealerfor additional information. REFERENCEFor your safety5

Notes Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty Federal Emissions Performance Warranty California Emission Control System LimitedWarrantyDetailed information about these warranties islisted in the Service and Warranty InformationBooklet for US models or in the Warranty andService Guide Booklet for Canadian models.Your vehicle has been specifically adapted anddesigned to meet the particular operating conditions and registration requirements in yourcountry and continental region in order todeliver the full driving pleasure while the vehicleis operated under those conditions. If you wishto operate your vehicle in another country orregion, you may be required to adapt your vehicle to meet different prevailing operating conditions and registration requirements. You shouldalso be aware of any applicable warranty limitations or exclusions for such country or region. Insuch a case, please contact Customer Relationsfor further information.To contact NHTSA, you may call the VehicleSafety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153);go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtainother information about motor vehicle safetyfrom http://www.safercar.govFor Canadian customersCanadian customers who wish to report asafety-related defect to Transport Canada,Defect Investigations and Recalls, may call1-800-333-0510 toll-free from anywhere inCanada or 1-613-993-9851 from the Ottawaregion and from other countries, or contactTransport Canada by mail at: transport Canada,ASFAD, Place de Ville, Tower C, 330 SparksStreet, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0N5.You can also obtain other information aboutmotor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.caReporting safety defectsFor US customersThe following applies only to vehicles ownedand operated in the US.If you believe that your vehicle has a defect thatcould cause a crash or could cause injury ordeath, you should immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration,NHTSA, in addition to notifying MINI of NorthAmerica, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood,New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone1-800-831-1117.If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it mayopen an investigation, and if it finds that a safetydefect exists in a group of vehicles, it may ordera recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSAcannot become involved in individual problemsbetween you, your dealer, or MINI of NorthAmerica, LLC.6Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 483 - 02/10 BMW AG

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CockpitCockpitAround the steering wheel: Controls and displays12Adjusting the exterior mirrors, folding themin and out* 39High beams 76Headlamp flasher 48Parking lamps 74Roadside parking lamps* 76Low beams 74Computer* 54Automaticheadlamp control* 74Turn signals 4810Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 483 - 02/10 BMW AG

3Always Open Timer 554Tachometer 12AT A GLANCEInstrument lighting 77Resetting the trip odometer 536Wiper system 49Switching the ignition on/off andstarting/stopping the engine 447Ignition lock 448Buttons* on steering wheelCONTROLS5Continuing cruise control* 51Right:Storing speed and accelerating ordeceleratingDRIVING TIPSLeft:Increase or reduce volumeActivating/deactivating cruisecontrol* 52Telephone*:MOBILITYAccepting and ending a call, starting dialing* of selected phonenumber and redialing if no phonenumber is selectedActivating/deactivating voice activation system*9REFERENCEChanging radio stationSelecting music trackScrolling through phone book andlists with stored phone numbersHorn: the entire surface10 Adjusting the steering wheel 4011 Releasing the hood 116Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 483 - 02/10 BMW AG11