Mini Cooper Cooper 2017-2022 Filling Car Owner Manuals

Filling

1. Shake the sealant container.
2. Pull filling hose completely out of the cover of the sealant container. Do not kink the hose.
3. Slide the sealant container into the holder on the compressor housing, ensuring that it engages audibly.
4. Screw the filling hose of the sealant container onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel.
5. With the compressor switched off, insert the plug into the power socket inside the vehicle.
6. With the ignition switched on or the engine running, switch on the compressor.

Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.5 bar. While filling, tire pressure may sporadically reach approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the compressor at this point.

Checking and adjusting the tire inflation pressure

Checking

1. Switch off the compressor.
2. Read the tire inflation pressure on the tire pressure gage.

To continue the trip, a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar must be reached.

Removing and stowing the sealant container

1. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant container from the tire valve.
2. Press the red unlocking device.
3. Remove the sealant container from the compressor.
4. Wrap and store the sealant container in suitable material to avoid dirtying the cargo area.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is not reached

1. Pull the connector out of the power socket inside the vehicle.
2. Drive 10 m forward and back to distribute the sealant in the tire.
3. Screw the connection hose of the compressor directly onto the tire valve stem.
4. Insert the connector into the power socket inside the vehicle.
5. With the ignition switched on or engine running, switch on the compressor. If tire pressure of at least 2 bar cannot be reached, contact a qualified service center.
6. Unscrew the connection hose of the compressor from the tire valve.
7. Pull the connector out of the power socket inside the vehicle.
8. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is reached

1. Unscrew the connection hose of the compressor from the tire valve.
2. Pull the connector out of the power socket inside the vehicle.
3. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.
4. Immediately drive approx. 10 km to ensure the sealant is evenly distributed. Do not exceed 80 km/h and, if possible, do not drive below 20 km/h.

Adjustment

1. Stop at a suitable location.
2. Screw the connection hose of the compressor directly onto the tire valve stem.
3. Insert the connector into the power socket inside the vehicle.
4. Correct the tire inflation pressure to at least 2.0 bar.
   • Increase pressure: with ignition on or engine running, switch on the compressor.
   • Reduce pressure: press the button on the compressor.
5. Unscrew the connection hose of the compressor from the tire valve.
6. Pull the connector out of the power socket inside the vehicle.
7. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 80 km/h. Reinitialize run-flat tires and the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM as per instructions. Replace nonworking tire and sealant container at the next opportunity.

Snow chains

Safety information

WARNING: Mounting snow chains on unsuitable tires may cause contact with vehicle parts, risking accidents or damage. Only mount on tires designated by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Insufficiently tight snow chains may damage tires and vehicle components. Ensure chains are always tight. Re-tighten as needed according to the snow chain manufacturer's instructions.

Fine-link snow chains

Use in pairs on front wheels for the following tire sizes:

• 175/65 R 15
• 175/60 R 16
• 185/50 R 17 (John Cooper Works)

Follow snow chain manufacturer's instructions. Do not initialize run-flat tires or reset Tire Pressure Monitor TPM after mounting chains. When driving with chains, briefly activate Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) if needed.

Maximum speed with snow chains: Do not exceed 50 km/h.

Changing wheels/tires

General information

When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, wheel change may not be immediately necessary. Tools are available as accessories from a dealer or qualified service center.

Safety information

DANGER: Vehicle jack is for short-term lifting only. Do not lie under the vehicle or start the engine while raised.

DANGER: Do not use wooden blocks under the jack; load capacity may be exceeded, causing tipping.

WARNING: Vehicle jack is not designed for frequent use. Only use to attach an emergency or spare wheel in case of breakdown.

WARNING: On soft, uneven, or slippery ground, the jack may slip. Use flat, solid, slip-resistant surface.

WARNING: Use jack only at designated points. Avoid lifting other cargo or vehicles.

WARNING: Ensure proper placement to prevent vehicle from falling. Do not exert lateral forces.

Securing the vehicle against rolling

On level surface: place wheel chocks in front and behind the diagonal wheel.

On downhill gradient: place chocks under front and rear wheels against rolling direction.

Lug bolt lock

Lug bolts have special coding; only removable with matching adapter.

Unscrewing

1. Attach adapter to lug bolt.
2. Unscrew lug bolt.
3. Remove adapter after unscrewing.

Screwing on

1. Attach adapter to lug bolt, align if necessary.
2. Screw lug bolt (torque 140 Nm).
3. Remove adapter and stow after use.

Preparing the vehicle

• Park on solid, non-slip ground at safe distance from traffic.
• Switch on hazard warning system.
• Set parking brake.
• Engage gear or P position.
• Ensure all occupants are outside safe area.
• Retrieve tools and emergency wheel if needed.
• Set up warning triangle or portable light if needed.
• Secure vehicle against rolling.
• Loosen lug bolts half turn.

Jacking points for the vehicle jack

Located at marked positions on vehicle.

Jacking up the vehicle

WARNING: Hands/fingers can be jammed. Comply with hand positions described.

1. Hold vehicle jack with one hand, crank/lever with other hand.
2. Insert jack into rectangular recess at closest jacking point.
3. Extend jack clockwise using crank/lever.
4. Once under load, continue cranking with one hand.
5. Ensure jack foot stands vertically beneath jacking point.
6. Raise wheel max. 3 cm off the ground.

Mounting a wheel

Mount one emergency wheel as required:

1. Unscrew lug bolts.
2. Remove wheel.
3. Place new/emergency wheel and screw at least two lug bolts crosswise until hand-tight.