2018 Mini Cooper Convertible Owner's Manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Mini
Model:
Cooper Convertible
Rating:
Table of Contents
- AT A GLANCE
14
Cockpit
16
Vehicle features and options
16
In the vicinity of the steering wheel
16
In the vicinity of the center console
18
All around the interior mirror
19
Central Information Display (CID)
20
Vehicle features and options
20
Concept
20
Safety information
20
Overview of control elements
20
Operating concept
22
Touchpad
23
Example: setting the clock
24
Status information
25
Split screen
25
Programmable memory buttons
26
Deleting personal data in the vehicle
26
Entering letters and numbers
27
Voice activation system
28
Vehicle features and options
28
Concept
28
General information
28
Functional requirements
28
Using the voice activation system
28
Possible commands
28
Example: opening the tone settings
29
Setting the voice dialog
29
Adjusting the volume
29
Information on Emergency Requests
30
Environmental conditions
30
Owner's Manual media
31
Vehicle features and options
31
General information
31
Printed Owner's Manual
31
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
31
MINI Motorer’s Guide app
33
Online Owner's Manual
33
Media components
33
Opening and closing
38
Vehicle features and options
38
Remote control
38
Integrated key
42
Buttons for the central locking system
43
Comfort Access
43
Tailgate
45
Personal Profile
46
Settings
48
Alarm system
49
Power windows
51
Convertible top with integrated sliding sun roof
52
Wind deflector
57
Settings
59
Vehicle features and options
59
Sitting safely
59
Front seats
59
Safety belts
61
Front head restraints
63
Rear head restraints
64
Mirrors
65
Steering wheel
67
Transporting children safely
68
Vehicle features and options
68
The right place for children
68
Installing child restraint systems
69
LATCH child restraint fixing system
70
Driving
72
Vehicle features and options
72
Start/Stop button
72
Starting the engine
73
Engine stop
74
Auto Start/Stop function
74
Parking brake
77
Turn signal, high beams, headlight flasher
77
Washer/wiper system
78
Canada: wiper system
81
Washer fluid
83
Manual transmission
84
Steptronic transmission
85
Displays
93
Vehicle features and options
93
Instrument cluster
93
Check Control
94
Fuel gauge
98
Tachometer
98
Odometer and trip odometer
98
External temperature
98
Time
98
Date
99
Range
99
Current fuel consumption
99
Service requirements
99
Gear shift indicator
100
Speed Limit Info
100
Selection lists
102
Onboard Computer
102
Driving Excitement
105
Speed warning
105
Settings on the Control Display
106
LED ring on the central instrument cluster
107
Head-up Display
108
Always Open Timer
110
Lights
111
Vehicle features and options
111
Overview
111
Parking lights, low beams and roadside parking lights
111
Welcome lights and headlight courtesy delay feature
112
Automatic headlight control
112
Daytime running lights
113
Cornering light
113
Adaptive headlight range control
113
High-beam Assistant
113
Fog lights
114
Instrument lighting
115
Interior lights
115
Safety
117
Vehicle features and options
117
Airbags
117
Rollover protection system
120
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
121
FTM Flat Tire Monitor
126
Intelligent Safety
128
Approach control warning with city light braking function
129
Person warning with City light braking function
132
Brake force display
135
Alertness assistant
135
PostCrash – iBrake
136
Driving stability control systems
137
Vehicle features and options
137
Anti-lock Braking System ABS
137
Brake assistant
137
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
137
DTC Dynamic Traction Control
138
Performance Control
139
Dynamic Damping Control
139
MINI Driving Modes switch
139
Drive-off assistant
140
Servotronic
141
Driving comfort
142
Vehicle features and options
142
Camera-based cruise control
142
Cruise control
147
PDC Park Distance Control
149
Rearview camera
152
Parking assistant
155
Climate control
160
Vehicle features and options
160
Interior air quality
160
Air conditioner
160
Automatic climate control
163
Ventilation
166
Parked-car ventilation
166
Interior equipment
168
Vehicle features and options
168
Integrated Universal Remote Control
168
Digital compass
170
Sun visor
172
Ashtray/cigarette lighter
172
Sockets
173
USB interface/AUX-IN port
173
Storage compartments
175
Vehicle features and options
175
Safety information
175
Overview
175
Glove compartment
175
Compartments in the doors
176
Center armrest
176
Cup holders
176
Cargo area
178
Vehicle features and options
178
Loading
178
Loading aid
179
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
180
Storage space under cargo floor panel
180
Things to remember when driving
184
Vehicle features and options
184
Breaking-in period
184
General driving notes
185
Rear luggage rack
187
Driving on racetracks
188
Saving fuel
189
Vehicle features and options
189
General information
189
Remove unnecessary cargo
189
Remove attached parts following use
189
Closing the windows
189
Tires
189
Drive away without delay
189
Look well ahead when driving
189
Avoid high engine speeds
190
Use coasting conditions
190
Switch off the engine during longer stops
190
Switch off any functions that are not currently needed
190
Have maintenance carried out
190
Refueling
198
Vehicle features and options
198
General information
198
Safety information
198
Fuel cap
198
Follow the following when refueling
199
Fuel
200
Vehicle features and options
200
Fuel recommendation
200
Wheels and tires
202
Vehicle features and options
202
Tire inflation pressure
202
Tire identification marks
206
Tire tread
207
Tire damage
208
Changing wheels and tires
208
Run-flat tires
210
Repairing a flat tire
210
Mobility System
211
Snow chains
214
Changing wheels/tires
215
Emergency wheel
219
Engine compartment
221
Vehicle features and options
221
Important features in the engine compartment
221
Hood
221
Engine oil
223
Vehicle features and options
223
General information
223
Safety information
223
Electronic oil measurement
223
Adding engine oil
224
Engine oil types to add
225
Engine oil change
226
Coolant
227
Vehicle features and options
227
General information
227
Safety information
227
Coolant level
227
Disposal
228
Maintenance
229
Vehicle features and options
229
MINI maintenance system
229
Condition Based Service CBS
229
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
229
Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis
230
Replacing components
231
Vehicle features and options
231
Onboard vehicle tool kit
231
Wiper blade replacement
231
Light/bulb replacement
232
Vehicle battery
240
Fuses
241
Breakdown assistance
242
Vehicle features and options
242
Hazard warning flashers
242
Roadside Assistance
242
Warning triangle
242
First-aid kit
242
Jump-starting
242
Tow-starting and towing
244
Care
248
Vehicle features and options
248
Washing the vehicle
248
Technical data
256
Vehicle features and options
256
General information
256
Dimensions
256
Weights
257
Capacities
258
258
Appendix
259
Updates after the editorial deadline
259
FAQ about the 2018 Mini Cooper Convertible Manual
What contains the 2018 Cooper Convertible manual?
The Mini Cooper Convertible owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Mini to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Mini Cooper Convertible. 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 Convertible 2018 owner's manual:
- A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
- Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings
- Maintenance for your Mini Cooper Convertible, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
- Best practice for driving your Mini Cooper Convertible
Where to download the 2018 Mini Cooper Convertible Owners Manual?
The Mini Cooper Convertible owner manual for the 2018 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the Mini Cooper Convertible year 2018 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2018 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The Mini Cooper Convertible (2018) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2018 is available in English.
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