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MINI Paceman (2016 year). Manual - part 10

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Replacing components

MOBILITY

Replacing the bulb

1. Turn the bulb counterclockwise, arrow 1,

and remove it, arrow 2.

1

Turn signal

2

Parking lights/roadside parking lights/fog

lights/and daytime running lights

2. Press the release, arrow 1, and pull off the

connector, arrow 2.

Replacing the turn signal bulb

21-watt bulb, P 21 W, or PY 21 W

1. Turn the wheel.

2. Remove cover 1.

To do this, turn the cover counterclockwise.

3. Remove the inside cover. To do this, turn

the cover counterclockwise.

3. Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in

reverse order.

LED parking lights/LED fog lights/LED

daytime running lights

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 175.

Lights are implemented using LED technology.

4.

Turn the bulb counterclockwise and re-

In case of a malfunction, contact a dealer’s

move it.

service center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop.

Turn signals/parking lights/roadside

parking lights/fog lights/and daytime

running lights

Access to the bulbs via the wheel housing

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 175.

5.

Insert the new bulb and attach the covers

in reverse order.

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Replacing components

Replacing the parking light bulb and

Replacing the daytime running light bulb

roadside parking light bulb

Bulb PSX24W

5-watt bulb, W 5 W

1. Turn the wheel.

1. Turn the wheel.

2. Remove cover 2.

2. Remove cover 2.

To do this, turn the cover counterclockwise.

To do this, turn the cover counterclockwise.

3. Pull off the plug-in cable connector.

3. Turn the upper bulb counterclockwise and

4. Squeeze the lower bulb at both tabs and

remove it.

pull out.

4. Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in

5. Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in

reverse order.

reverse order.

Replacing the front fog light bulb

Lateral turn signals

H8 bulb, 35 watt

5-watt bulb, W 5 W

1. Turn the wheel.

1. Open the hood.

2. Remove cover 2.

To do this, turn the cover counterclockwise.

3. Pull off the plug-in cable connector.

4. Turn the lower bulb counterclockwise and

remove it.

2. Squeeze the clip, arrows, and remove the

bulb holder.

3. Remove the bulb by turning it to the left

and replace it.

4. Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in

reverse order.

5. Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in

reverse order.

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Side marker lights

Replacing

To replace these bulbs, contact a dealer’s serv-

All bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder.

ice center or another qualified service center or

repair shop.

MINI Countryman

1. Switch off the lights and take the remote

Tail lights, bulb replacement

control out of the ignition lock.

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

2. Open the tailgate.

bulbs, refer to page 175.

3. Press the cover out of the cargo area side

Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, PY 21 W

panel at the rear and remove it.

MINI Countryman

4. Detach the emergency release of the fuel

filler flap, refer to page 150, and push it

1

Brake/tail light

aside with the foam insert.

2

Turn signal

Ensure that the emergency release is not

3

Brake/tail light

damaged.

4

Backup light

5. Disengage the bulb holder by pushing

down the clip, arrow 1.

MINI Paceman

6. Take out the bulb holder and detach the

cable, arrow 2.

1

Brake light

7. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

2

Tail light

turning it to the left and remove it.

3

Turn signal

8. Insert the new bulb and mount the bulb

4

Backup light

holder in reverse order. Ensure that the

bulb holder engages in all fasteners.

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Replacing components

9. Return the foam insert to its original posi-

7. Disengage the bulb holder by pushing

tion and reattach the emergency release of

down the clip, arrows 1.

the fuel filler flap.

10. Reattach the cover.

MINI Paceman

1.

Switch off the lights and take the remote

control out of the ignition lock.

2.

Open the tailgate.

3.

Remove the cover from the cargo area side

trim.

8. Take out the bulb holder and detach the

cable, arrow 2.

9. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

turning it to the left and remove it.

10. Insert the new bulb and mount the bulb

holder in reverse order. Ensure that the

bulb holder engages in all fasteners.

License plate lights

5-watt bulb, C 5 W

4.

Unlock the fastening elements, arrows 1, by

turning.

Replacing

MINI Countryman

1. Push the light to the left in the catch of the

light housing using the screwdriver, ar-

row 1.

5. Remove the screws, arrows 2, using the hex

key from the vehicle document portfolio.

6. Remove the tail light.

2. Take out the light, arrow 2.

3. Replace the bulb.

4. Insert the light.

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MINI Paceman

▷

Set the parking brake and move the selec-

tor lever to position P.

1. Push the light to the left in the catch of the

light housing using the screwdriver, ar-

▷

Have all vehicle occupants get out of the

row 1.

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

side the immediate area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

▷

If a warning triangle or portable hazard

warning lamp is required, set it up on the

roadside at an appropriate distance from

the rear of the vehicle.

▷

Change the wheel only on a level, firm sur-

face which is not slippery. The vehicle or

the jack could slip to the side if you attempt

to raise the vehicle on a soft or slippery sur-

2. Take out the light, arrow 2.

face such as snow, ice, tiles, etc.

3. Replace the bulb.

▷

Do not use a wooden block or similar object

4. Insert the light.

as a support base for the jack, as this would

prevent it from extending to its full support

Center brake light

height and reduce its load-carrying ca-

This light uses LED technology for operation. In

pacity.

case of a malfunction, contact a dealer’s service

▷

To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie un-

center or another qualified service center or re-

der the vehicle, and never start the engine

pair shop.

while it is supported by the jack.

Jacking points for the vehicle jack

Changing wheels

MINI Countryman:

Information

The vehicle may be equipped with conven-

tional tires with the Mobility System, refer to

page 162, or with run-flat tires, refer to

page 162.

No spare tire is available in the case of a flat

tire.

The suitable tools for changing wheels are

available as accessories from a dealer’s service

MINI Paceman:

center or another qualified service center or re-

pair shop.

Safety measures

▷ Park the vehicle as far as possible from

passing traffic and on solid ground. Switch

on the hazard warning system.

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Charging the battery

Information

CAUTION

Battery chargers for the vehicle battery

can work with high voltages and currents,

which means that the 12V on-board network

can be overloaded or damaged. There is risk of

property damage. Only connect battery charg-

The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo-

ers for the vehicle battery to the starting aid

cated in the positions shown.

terminals in the engine compartment.◀

Only charge the battery in the vehicle when the

engine is switched off. Connections, refer to

Vehicle battery

page 184.

Maintenance

General information

The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec-

Ensure that the battery is sufficiently charged to

trolyte will last for the life of the battery in tem-

achieve the full battery life.

perate climate conditions.

It may be necessary to charge the battery in

A dealer’s service center will be glad to answer

the following cases:

any questions you may have.

▷ When the vehicle is frequently used to

Battery replacement

travel short distances.

▷ When the vehicle has not been driven for

CAUTION

more than one month.

Vehicle batteries that are not compatible

can damage vehicle systems and impair vehicle

Power failure

functions. There is a risk of personal and prop-

After a temporary power failure, some equip-

erty damage. Only vehicle batteries that are

ment will be restricted in its use and will need

compatible with your vehicle type should be in-

to be reinitialized. In addition, certain individual

stalled in your vehicle. Information on compati-

settings will be lost and must be updated:

ble vehicle batteries is available at your dealer’s

service center.◀

▷ Time and date: the values must be up-

dated, refer to page 65.

After a battery replacement, the manufacturer

▷ Radio: the stations need to be stored again,

of your vehicle recommends that the vehicle

refer to page 128.

battery be registered on the vehicle by a

dealer’s service center or another qualified

▷ Glass sunroof, electrical: it may only be pos-

service center or repair shop to ensure that all

sible to tilt the roof. The system needs to be

comfort features are fully available and that

initialized. Contact a dealer’s service center

any Check Control messages of these comfort

or another qualified service center or repair

features are no longer displayed.

shop.

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Disposing of old batteries

In interior

After they are replaced, have old bat-

teries disposed of by a dealer’s service

center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop or take them to a collection

point.

Maintain the battery in an upright position for

transport and storage. Secure the battery so

that it does not tip over during transport.

On the right side of the footwell.

Fuses

WARNING

Opening the cover

Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload

Push out at the recess.

electrical lines and components. There is risk of

fire. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and

do not replace a nonworking fuse with a substi-

tute of another color or amperage rating.◀

Have the fuses replaced by a dealer’s service

center or another qualified service center or re-

pair shop.

Information on the fuses can be found on the

inside of the covers.

In the engine compartment

Opening the cover

Press the snap lock.

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Breakdown assistance

Breakdown assistance

To remove, open the two fasteners.

Vehicle features and op-

tions

This chapter describes all standard, country-

First aid kit

specific and optional features offered with the

series. It also describes features that are not

Some of the articles contained in the first aid kit

necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to

have a limited service life. Therefore, check the

the selected options or country versions. This

use-by dates of the contents regularly and re-

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

place the items before they expire.

tems.

When using the features and systems described

here, adhere to local regulations.

Hazard warning flash-

ers

The first aid kit is located in the left side trim on

the cargo area floor or under the loading floor.

Roadside Assistance

Service availability

The button is located on the speedometer.

Roadside Assistance can be reached around the

clock in many countries. You can obtain assis-

tance there in the event of a vehicle break-

down.

Warning triangle

Roadside Assistance

A phone number for Roadside Assistance can

be displayed, refer to page 144, via the radio.

Jump-starting

Information

If the battery is discharged, the engine can be

Under the loading edge in the cargo area.

started using the battery of another vehicle and

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two jumper cables. In the same way, you can

Connecting jumper cables

help jump-start another vehicle. Only use

WARNING

jumper cables with fully insulated clamp han-

If the jumper cables are connected in the

dles.

incorrect order, sparks formation can occur.

To prevent personal injury or damage to both

There is risk of injuries. Pay attention to the cor-

vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce-

rect order during connection.◀

dure.

1.

Open the battery cover in the engine com-

DANGER

partment to access the positive terminal.

Contact with live components can lead to

an electric shock. There is risk of injuries or

danger to life. Do not touch any components

that are under voltage.◀

Preparation

1. 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.

Unlock the tabs of the positive terminal

2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi-

cover on the left and right, arrows 1, and

cle.

raise the cover, arrow 2.

3. Switch off any electronic systems/power

consumers in both vehicles.

CAUTION

In the case of body contact between the

two vehicles, a short circuit can occur during

jump-starting. There is risk of property damage.

Make sure that no body contact occurs.◀

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

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Breakdown assistance

or body ground of the vehicle providing as-

other than the driver in a vehicle that is being

sistance.

towed.◀

6. Attach the second clamp of the negative

jumper cable to the negative terminal of

Using a tow fitting

the battery, or to the engine or body

The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried

ground of the vehicle to be started.

in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front

Body ground:

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.

CAUTION

If the tow fitting is not used as intended,

there can be damage to the vehicle or to the

tow fitting. There is risk of property damage.

Starting the engine

Observe the notes on using the tow fitting.◀

Never use spray fluids to start the engine.

Use of the tow fitting:

1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and

▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the

let it run for several minutes at a slightly in-

vehicle and screw it all the way in.

creased idle speed.

▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved

2. Start the engine of the vehicle being started

roads only.

in the usual way.

▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,

If the first starting attempt is not successful,

do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.

wait a few minutes before making another

attempt in order to allow the discharged

Access to the screw thread

battery to recharge.

Push out the tow fitting cover at the appropri-

3. Let both engines run for several minutes.

ate recess in the bumper.

4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse

order.

Front

Check the battery and recharge if necessary.

Tow-starting and towing

Information

Warning

There is an increased danger of accidents

when towing vehicles. There is a risk of per-

sonal injury. Do not transport any passengers

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Rear

Towing with a tow bar

WARNING

If the approved gross vehicle weight of

the towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to

be towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will

not be possible to control the vehicle's re-

sponse. There is risk of an accident! Make sure

that the gross vehicle weight of the towing ve-

hicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed.◀

CAUTION

Being towed

If the tow bar or tow rope is attached in-

Adhere to the following information:

correctly, damage to other vehicle parts can oc-

cur. There is risk of property damage. Correctly

▷ Make sure that the ignition is switched on;

attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fit-

otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn

ting.◀

signals, and windshield wipers may be un-

available.

The tow fittings used should be on the same

▷ Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle

side on both vehicles.

tilted, as the front wheels could turn.

Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting

▷ When the engine is stopped, there is no

the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe

power assist. Consequently, more force

the following:

needs to be applied when braking and

▷ Clearance and maneuvering capability will

steering.

be sharply limited during cornering.

▷ Larger steering wheel movements are re-

▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it

quired.

is attached offset.

▷ Switch on the hazard warning system, de-

pending on local regulations.

Towing with a tow rope

When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure

Manual transmission

that the tow rope is taut.

Gearshift lever in neutral position.

To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on

the vehicle components when towing, always

Steptronic transmission

use nylon ropes or nylon straps.

CAUTION

CAUTION

The vehicle can be damaged when tow-

If the tow bar or tow rope is attached in-

ing the vehicle with a lifted rear axle. There is

correctly, damage to other vehicle parts can oc-

risk of property damage. Have vehicle trans-

cur. There is risk of property damage. Correctly

ported only with lifted front axle or on a load-

attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fit-

ing platform.◀

ting.◀

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With a tow truck: vehicles without ALL4

CAUTION

all-wheel drive

The vehicle can be damaged when tow-

CAUTION

ing the vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is

risk of property damage. Only transport the ve-

When lifting the vehicle by the tow fitting

hicle on a flat-bed.◀

or body and chassis parts; damage can occur

on vehicle parts. There is risk of property dam-

age. Lift vehicle using suitable means.◀

MINI Countryman:

MINI Countryman:

MINI Paceman:

MINI Paceman:

Only transport the vehicle on a flat-bed.

Have the vehicle transported with a tow truck

Tow-starting

with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.

If possible, start the engine by jump-starting,

refer to page 184, it rather than tow-starting

the vehicle. Vehicles with a catalytic converter

With a tow truck: vehicle with ALL4 all-

should only be tow-started when the engine is

wheel drive

cold; vehicles with an automatic transmission

CAUTION

cannot be tow-started.

When lifting the vehicle by the tow fitting

1. Switch on the hazard warning system and

or body and chassis parts; damage can occur

comply with local regulations.

on vehicle parts. There is risk of property dam-

age. Lift vehicle using suitable means.◀

2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 50.

3. Engage third gear.

4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the

clutch is depressed and then slowly release

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Care

Care

After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes

Vehicle features and op-

briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action

tions

can be reduced and corrosion of the brake

discs can occur.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with the

Regularly remove foreign bodies, such as

series. It also describes features that are not

leaves, from the area of the windshield when

necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to

the hood is open.

the selected options or country versions. This

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

Washing in automatic car washes

tems.

Give preference to cloth car washes or those

When using the features and systems described

that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint

here, adhere to local regulations.

damage.

Do not use automatic high-pressure washers;

otherwise, water may drip into the interior in

Car washes

the area of the windows.

Before driving into the car wash, check whether

General information

the system is suitable for your MINI. Note the

Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in

following points:

winter. Intense soiling and road salt can dam-

▷ Vehicle dimensions, refer to page 208.

age the vehicle.

▷ If necessary: fold in the exterior mirrors, re-

fer to page 42.

Information

▷ Maximum permissible tire width.

CAUTION

CAUTION

When cleaning with high-pressure wash-

Too high guide rails in car washes can

ers, components can be damaged due to the

damage body parts. There is risk of property

pressure or temperatures being too high. There

damage. Avoid car washes with guide rails

is risk of property damage. Maintain sufficient

higher than 4 in/10 cm.◀

distance and do not spray too long continu-

ously. Follow the operating instructions for the

Preparations before driving into the car wash:

high-pressure washer.◀

▷ Unscrew the road antenna.

Do not direct steam or high-pressure washers

▷ Deactivate the rain sensor to avoid unin-

toward the labels applied by the manufacturer;

tentional wiper activation.

otherwise, damage may result.

▷ Deactivate the rear window wiper and pro-

tect it from damage. Ask the car wash oper-

Distances and temperature

ator about any suitable protective meas-

▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.

ures.

▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,

▷ Remove additional attachments, for in-

seals: 12 inches/30 cm.

stance a spoiler or telephone antenna, if

there is a risk that these may be damaged.

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▷ Insert the remote control into the ignition

Wiper blades

lock.

Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to

avoid streaking.

Steptronic transmission

Wax and preservative residue and soiling on

Before driving into the car wash, note the fol-

the windows cause streaking during window

lowing to ensure that the vehicle can roll:

wiping and lead to premature wear on the

wiper blades and malfunctions of the rain sen-

1. Insert the remote control into the ignition

sor.

lock, even with Comfort Access.

2. Move the selector lever to position N.

3. Release the parking brake.

Vehicle care

4. Switch the engine off.

5. Leave the remote control in the ignition

Car care products

lock so that the vehicle can roll.

Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi-

cantly to vehicle value retention.

Hand car wash

The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends

If washing the vehicle by hand, use copious

using car care and cleaning products from

quantities of water and car shampoo if neces-

MINI.

sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or a

WARNING

washing brush by applying gentle pressure.

Cleansers can contain substances that are

Before cleaning the windshield, deactivate the

dangerous and harmful to your health. There is

rain sensor to avoid unintentional wiper activa-

risk of injuries. When cleaning the interior, open

tion or switch off the ignition.

the doors or windows. Only use products in-

Adhere to the local regulations regarding

tended for cleaning vehicles. Follow the instruc-

washing cars by hand.

tions on the container.◀

Headlights

Vehicle paint

Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or caus-

Regular care contributes to vehicle value reten-

tic cleansers. Soak areas that have been soiled,

tion and protects the paintwork against the

e.g., due to insects, with shampoo and rinse off

long-term effects of paint-damaging substan-

with copious quantities of water.

ces.

Thaw ice with a window deicer; do not use an

Environmental influences in areas with higher

ice scraper.

air pollution or natural contaminants, such as

tree resin or pollen, can have an impact on the

Windows

vehicle paint. Therefore, it is important to tailor

Clean the outside and inside surfaces of the

the frequency and extent of your car care to

windows and the mirror glasses with window

these influences.

cleaner.

Immediately remove especially aggressive sub-

Do not clean mirror glass with cleaners contain-

stances, such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, or bird

ing quartz.

droppings, to prevent damage to the paint-

work.

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Do not use abrasive cleaners or a steam jet hot-

If they are very dirty, clean with a microfiber

ter than 140 ℉/60 ℃; otherwise, damage may

cloth and water or an interior cleaner. To pre-

result. Adhere to the manufacturer instructions.

vent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth

in the direction of travel only.

Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaners may de-

stroy the protective coating of neighboring

components such as the brake disc.

Displays

To clean the displays, such as the radio or dis-

Exterior sensors

play elements, use an antistatic microfiber

cloth.

The sensors on the outside of the vehicle, such

as for Park Distance Control, must be kept clean

CAUTION

and free of ice to ensure that they remain fully

Chemical cleansers, moisture or fluids of

functional.

any kind can damage the surface of displays

and screens. There is risk of property damage.

Decorative trim

Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.◀

Clean decorative trims and fine wood compo-

nents with a moist cloth only. Then dry with a

CD/DVD drives

soft cloth.

CAUTION

Safety belts

The use of cleaning CDs may damage

Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and

parts of the drive. There is risk of property dam-

thus have a negative impact on safety.

age. Do not use cleaning CDs.◀

WARNING

Long-term vehicle storage

Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety

A dealer's service center or another qualified

belt webbing. Missing protective effect of the

service center or repair shop can advise you on

safety belts. There is risk of injuries or danger to

what to consider when storing the vehicle for

life. Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning

longer than three months.

the safety belts.◀

Carpets/floor mats

WARNING

Objects in the driver's floor area can limit

the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.

There is risk of an accident. Stow objects in the

vehicle such that they are secured and cannot

enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor mats

that are suitable for the vehicle and can be

safely attached to the floor. Do not use loose

floor mats and do not layer several floor mats.

Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for

the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se-

curely fastened again after they were removed,

e.g. for cleaning.◀

Floor mats can be removed for cleaning.

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