2008 Mini Cooper Owner's Manual

2008 Mini Cooper owners manual
Year:
2008
Make:
Mini
Model:
Cooper
Rating:
(4)

Online manual

Size:
2.66 MB

Table of Contents

Notes
6
Using this Owner's Man ual
6
Symbols used
6
The individual vehicle
6
Editorial notice
6
For your safety
6
Service and warranty
7
Reporting safety defects
8
At a glance
11
Cockpit
12
Around the steering wheel: Controls and displays
12
Displays
14
Indicator and warning lamps
15
Around the center console
16
Controls
19
Opening and closing
20
Keys/remote controls
20
Personal Profile
20
Central locking system
21
Opening and closing: from outside
21
Opening and closing: from inside
24
Clubdoor
25
Tailgate/splitdoor
25
Alarm system*
26
Convenient access*
28
Glass sunroof, electric*
29
Windows
30
Adjustments
32
Sitting safely
32
Seats
32
Head restraints
34
Seat heating*
35
Safety belts
35
Mirrors
35
Steering wheel
36
Transporting children safely
38
The right place for chil dren
38
Child-restraint systems, installation
38
LATCH child-restraint fix ing system
39
Driving
41
Ignition lock
41
Start/stop button
41
Starting the engine
41
Switching off the engine
42
Parking brake
42
Manual transmission
43
Automatic transmission* with Steptronic
43
Turn signals/ headlamp flasher
45
Wiper system
46
Washer fluid
48
Cruise control*
48
Everything under control
50
Odometer, outside tem perature display, clock
50
Tachometer
50
Coolant temperature
50
Fuel gauge
51
Computer*
51
Settings and information
52
Formats and units of measure
53
Service requirements
55
Clock
56
Date
57
Check Control
57
Technology for driving comfort and safety
59
Park Distance Control PDC*
59
Driving stability control systems
59
Sport button*
61
Flat Tire Monitor FTM*
61
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM*
63
Airbags
66
Lamps
68
Parking lamps/low beams
68
High beams/roadside parking lamps
70
Fog lamps*
71
Instrument lighting
71
Interior lamps
71
Climate
73
Air conditioner
74
Automatic climate control*
75
Ventilation
77
Practical interior accessories
78
Integrated universal remote control*
78
Glove compartment
79
Center armrest*
80
Connection for external audio device
80
Storage compartments
81
Cup holders and ash tray*
82
Connecting electrical appliances
82
Driving tips
85
Things to remember when driving
86
Break-in period
86
General driving notes
86
Cargo loading
88
Roof-mounted luggage rack*
91
Saving fuel
92
Mobility
95
Refueling
96
Fuel filler door
96
Fuel specifications
97
Wheels and tires
98
Tire inflation pressures
98
Tire coding
104
Tire condition
105
Run-Flat Tires*
106
New wheels and tires
106
Snow chains*
107
Under the bonnet
108
Bonnet
108
Important parts of the engine compartment
109
Engine oil
109
Coolant
110
Maintenance
112
MINI Maintenance System
112
Socket for Onboard Diag nosis OBD
112
Exhaust emission values
113
Care
114
Replacing components
116
Onboard tool kit
116
Wiper blades
116
Lamps and bulbs
117
Repairing a flat tire
121
Changing wheels
124
Vehicle battery
127
Fuses
127
Giving and receiving assistance
129
Roadside Assistance
129
First aid pouch*
129
Warning triangle*
129
Jump starting
130
Tow-starting, towing away
131
Indicator and warning lamps
133
Reference
145
Technical data
146
Engine data
146
Dimensions
147
Weights
149
Capacities
150
From A to Z
152
Index
152

FAQ about the 2008 Mini Cooper Manual

What contains the 2008 Cooper manual?

The Mini Cooper owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Mini to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Mini Cooper. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Mini Cooper 2008 owner's manual:

  • Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
  • Warranty Information, about the vehicle's warranty coverage
  • Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
  • Environmental Information about environmentally-friendly driving practices
  • Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings

Where to download the 2008 Mini Cooper Owners Manual?

The Mini Cooper owner manual for the 2008 model year is to be found on this page.

Is the manual for the Mini Cooper year 2008 free?

Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2008 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

The Mini Cooper (2008) owner's manual is available in English?

Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2008 is available in English.

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