2017 Mini Countryman Owner's Manual

2017 Mini Countryman owners manual
Year:
2017
Make:
Mini
Model:
Countryman
Rating:
(6)

Online manual

Size:
5.7 MB

Table of Contents

- AT A GLANCE
12
Cockpit
14
Vehicle features and options
14
In the vicinity of the steering wheel
14
In the vicinity of the center console
16
In the vicinity of the roofliner
17
Onboard monitor
18
Vehicle features and options
18
Concept
18
Safety information
18
Overview of control elements
18
Operating concept
20
Touchpad
21
Example: setting the clock
22
Status information
23
Split screen
23
Programmable memory buttons
24
Deleting personal in the vehicle
24
Entering letters and numbers
25
Voice activation system
26
Vehicle features and options
26
The concept
26
Requirements
26
Using voice activation
26
Possible commands
26
One example: opening the tone settings
27
Setting the voice dialog
27
Adjusting the volume
27
Information on Emergency Requests
27
Environmental conditions
27
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
29
Vehicle features and options
29
Opening and closing
34
Vehicle features and options
34
Remote control
34
Integrated key
37
Buttons for the central locking system
38
Comfort Access
39
Tailgate
42
Personal Profile
44
Settings
46
Alarm system
47
Power windows
49
Panoramic glass sunroof
51
Settings
54
Vehicle features and options
54
Sitting safely
54
Front seats
54
Rear seats
57
Safety belts
58
Front head restraints
59
Rear head restraints
61
Seat and mirror memory
62
Mirrors
62
Steering wheel
64
Transporting children safely
66
Vehicle features and options
66
The right place for children
66
Installing child restraint systems
67
LATCH child restraint fixing system
68
Locking the doors and windows
70
Driving
71
Vehicle features and options
71
Start/Stop button
71
Starting the engine
72
Engine stop
73
Auto Start/Stop function
73
Parking brake
75
Turn signal, high beams, headlight flasher
77
Washer/wiper system
78
Canada: wiper system
81
Washer fluid
84
Manual transmission
85
Steptronic transmission
85
Displays
90
Vehicle features and options
90
Instrument cluster
90
Check Control
91
Fuel gauge
95
Tachometer
95
Odometer and trip odometer
95
External temperature
95
Time
95
Date
96
Range
96
Current fuel consumption
96
Service requirements
96
Gear shift indicator
97
Speed Limit Info
97
Selection lists
99
Onboard computer
99
Driving Excitement
101
Speed warning
102
Settings on the Control Display
103
LED ring on the central instrument cluster
104
Head-up Display
105
Lights
107
Vehicle features and options
107
Overview
107
Parking lights, cornering lights and roadside parking lights
107
Welcome lights and headlight courtesy delay feature
108
Automatic headlight control
108
Daytime running lights
109
Cornering light
109
Self-leveling headlights
109
High-beam Assistant
109
Fog lights
110
Instrument lighting
110
Interior lights
111
Safety
112
Vehicle features and options
112
Airbags
112
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
115
FTM Flat Tire Monitor
119
Intelligent Safety
121
Front-end collision warning with City Braking function
122
Person warning with City light braking function
125
Brake force display
127
Attentiveness assistant
128
Post Crash — iBrake
128
Driving stability control systems
130
Vehicle features and options
130
Anti-lock Braking System ABS
130
Brake assistant
130
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
130
DTC Dynamic Traction Control
131
Performance Control
131
ALL4
132
Dynamic Damping Control
132
MINI Driving Modes switch
132
Drive-off assistant
133
Driving comfort
134
Vehicle features and options
134
Camera-based cruise control
134
Cruise control
140
PDC Park Distance Control
142
Rearview camera
145
Parking assistant
148
Climate control
152
Vehicle features and options
152
Air conditioner
152
Automatic climate control
155
Ventilation
158
Parked-car ventilation
159
Interior equipment
160
Vehicle features and options
160
Universal Integrated Remote Control
160
Digital compass
162
Sun visor
164
Ashtray/cigarette lighter
164
Sockets
164
USB interface/AUX-IN port
165
Storage compartments
167
Vehicle features and options
167
Safety information
167
Overview
167
Glove compartment
167
Driver's seat
168
Compartments in the doors
168
Center armrest
168
Cup holders
168
Clothes hooks
169
Cargo area
170
Vehicle features and options
170
Loading
170
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
171
Cargo cover
171
Storage compartments in the cargo area
172
Enlarging the cargo area
172
Variable cargo area floor
174
Things to remember when driving
180
Vehicle features and options
180
Breaking-in period
180
General driving notes
181
Roof-mounted luggage rack
183
Driving on poor roads
183
Driving on racetracks
184
Saving fuel
185
Vehicle features and options
185
General information
185
Remove unnecessary cargo
185
Remove attached parts following use
185
Close the windows and glass sunroof
185
Tires
185
Drive away without delay
185
Look well ahead when driving
185
Avoid high engine speeds
186
Use coasting conditions
186
Switch off the engine during longer stops
186
Switch off any functions that are not currently needed
186
Have maintenance carried out
186
Refueling
194
Vehicle features and options
194
General information
194
Safety information
194
Fuel cap
194
Observe the following when refueling
195
Fuel
196
Vehicle features and options
196
Fuel recommendation
196
Wheels and tires
198
Vehicle features and options
198
Tire inflation pressure
198
Tire identification marks
201
Tire tread
202
Tire damage
203
Changing wheels and tires
203
Run-flat tires
205
Repairing a flat tire
205
Mobility System
205
Snow chains
209
Changing wheels/tires
210
emergency wheel
213
Engine compartment
214
Vehicle features and options
214
Important features in the engine compartment
214
Hood
214
Engine oil
216
Vehicle features and options
216
General information
216
Electronic oil measurement
216
Adding engine oil
217
Engine oil types to add
218
Engine oil change
218
Coolant
220
Vehicle features and options
220
General information
220
Safety information
220
Coolant level
220
Disposal
221
Maintenance
222
Vehicle features and options
222
MINI maintenance system
222
Condition Based Service CBS
222
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
222
Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis
223
Replacing components
224
Vehicle features and options
224
Onboard vehicle tool kit
224
Wiper blade replacement
224
Light/bulb replacement
225
Vehicle battery
231
Fuses
233
Breakdown assistance
234
Vehicle features and options
234
Hazard warning flashers
234
Roadside Assistance
234
Warning triangle
234
First-aid kit
234
Jump-starting
234
Tow-starting and towing
236
Care
241
Vehicle features and options
241
Vehicle washes
241
Technical data
248
Vehicle features and options
248
General information
248
Dimensions
248
Weights
249
Capacities
250
250
Appendix
251
Updates made after the editorial deadline
251
License Texts and Certifications
251
254
255
256

FAQ about the 2017 Mini Countryman Manual

What contains the 2017 Countryman manual?

The Mini Countryman owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Mini to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Mini Countryman. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Mini Countryman 2017 owner's manual:

  • Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
  • Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
  • Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
  • A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
  • Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings

Where to download the 2017 Mini Countryman Owners Manual?

The Mini Countryman owner manual for the 2017 model year is to be found on this page.

Is the manual for the Mini Countryman year 2017 free?

Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2017 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

The Mini Countryman (2017) owner's manual is available in English?

Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2017 is available in English.

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