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Fuel

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If drivability problems are encountered, we rec-

ommend switching to a high quality gasoline

brand and a higher octane grade — AKI num-

ber — for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful en-

gine deposits, it is highly recommended to pur-

chase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.

Failure to comply with these recommendations

may result in the need for unscheduled mainte-

nance.◀

Recommended fuel grade

MINI recommends AKI 91.

John Cooper Works:

MINI recommends AKI 93.

Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated

performance and consumption values.

Minimum fuel grade

MINI recommends AKI 89.

John Cooper Works:

MINI recommends AKI 91.

If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat-

ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds

when starting at high external temperatures.

This has no effect on the engine life.

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Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressure specifications

Vehicle features and op-

tions

In the tire inflation pressure table

This chapter describes all standard, country-

The tire inflation pressure table, refer to

specific and optional features offered with the

page 203, contains all tire inflation pressure

series. It also describes features that are not

specifications for the specified tire sizes at the

necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due

ambient temperature. The tire inflation pres-

to the selected options or country versions. This

sure values apply to tire sizes approved by the

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

manufacturer of the vehicle for the vehicle

tems. When using these functions and systems,

type.

the applicable laws and regulations must be

To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,

observed.

please note the following:

▷ Tire sizes of your vehicle.

▷ Maximum permitted driving speed.

Tire inflation pressure

Checking the tire inflation pressure

General information

The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres-

General information

sure influence the following:

Tires heat up while driving. The tire inflation

▷ The service life of the tires.

pressure increases with the tire temperature.

▷ Road safety.

Tires have a natural, consistent loss of tire infla-

▷ Driving comfort.

tion pressure.

▷ Fuel consumption.

The displays of inflation devices may under-

read by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.

Safety information

Checking using tire inflation pressure

WARNING

specifications in the tire inflation

A tire with too little or no tire inflation

pressure table

pressure may heat up significantly and sustain

The tire inflation pressure specifications in the

damage. This will have a negative impact on

tire inflation pressure table only relate to cold

aspects of handling, such as steering and brak-

tires or tires at the same temperature as the

ing response. There is a risk of an accident.

ambient temperature.

Regularly check the tire inflation pressure, and

Only check the tire inflation pressure levels

correct it as needed, for instance twice a month

when the tires are cold, i.e.:

and before a long trip.◀

▷ Driving range of max. 1.25 miles/2 km has

not been exceeded.

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▷ If the vehicle has not moved again for at

Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.

least 2 hours after a trip.

1. Determine, refer to page 202, the intended

Tire inflation pressure values up to

tire inflation pressure levels for the

100 mph/160 km/h

mounted tires.

COOPER

2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four

tires, using a pressure gage, for example.

Tire size

Pressure specifications in

bar/PSI

3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the cur-

rent tire inflation pressure value deviates

Specifications in

from the specified value.

bar/PSI with cold

4. Check whether all valve caps are screwed

tires

onto the tire valves.

175/60 R 16 86 H

2.5 / 36

2.3 / 33

After correcting the tire inflation

M+S XL RSC

pressure

175/65 R 15 84 H

For run-flat tires: reinitialize run-flat tires.

M+S A/S Std

For the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: reset the

175/65 R 15 88 H

Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.

M+S XL Std

Checking the tire inflation pressure of

175/65 R 15 84

the emergency wheel

rear XL Std

Also check the tire inflation pressure of the

185/50 R 17 86 H

emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly,

M+S XL RSC

and correct it as needed.

195/55 R 16 87 H

M+S RSC

Tire inflation pressures up to 100 mph/

195/55 R 16 87

160 km/h

V M+S A/S RSC

For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for

195/55 R 16 87 W

optimum driving comfort, note the pressure

RSC

values in the tire inflation pressure table, refer

205/45 R 17 88 V

to page 203, and adjust as necessary.

M+S XL A/S RSC

205/45 R 17 88 V

M+S XL RSC

205/45 R 17 88 W

XL RSC

205/40 R 18 86 W

XL RSC

Emergency wheel

Speed up to a max. of

50 mph / 80 km/h

T 115/70 R 15 90

These pressure values can also be found on the

4.2 / 60

tire inflation pressure label on the driver's door

pillar.

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JOHN COOPER WORKS

Tire size

Pressure specifications in

Tire size

Pressure specifications in

bar/PSI

Specifications in

bar/PSI with cold

tires

195/55 R 16 87 H

2.6 / 38

2.4 / 35

185/50 R 17 86 H

2.9 / 42

2.7 / 39

M+S RSC

M+S XL RSC

195/55 R 16 87 V M

205/45 R 17 88 W

+S A/S RSC

XL RSC

195/55 R 16 87 W

205/45 R 17 88 V

RSC

M+S XL A/S RSC

205/45 R 17 88 V

175/60 R 16 86 H

2.9 / 42

2.7 / 39

M+S XL RSC

205/40 R 18 86 W

185/50 R 17 86 H

XL RSC

M+S XL RSC

205/45 R 17 88 V M

+S XL A/S RSC

Tire inflation pressures at max. speeds

above 100 mph/160 km/h

205/45 R 17 88 V M

+S XL RSC

WARNING

205/45 R 17 88 W

In order to drive at maximum speeds in

XL RSC

excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe,

and, if necessary, adjust tire pressures for

205/40 R 18 86 W

speeds exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the

XL RSC

relevant table on the following pages. Other-

wise, tire damage and accidents could occur.◀

For speeds over 100 mph/160 km/h and for op-

timum driving comfort, note the pressure val-

ues in the tire inflation pressure table, refer to

page 205, and adjust as necessary.

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Tire inflation pressure values over

COOPER S

100 mph/160 km/h

Tire size

Pressure specifications in

bar/PSI

COOPER

Specifications in

Tire size

Pressure specifications in

bar/PSI with cold

bar/PSI

tires

Specifications in

bar/PSI with cold

tires

195/55 R 16 87 H

2.8 / 41

2.6 / 38

M+S RSC

195/55 R 16 87 V M

175/65 R 15 84 H

2.8 / 41

2.6 / 38

+S A/S RSC

M+S A/S Std

195/55 R 16 87 W

175/65 R 15 88 H

RSC

M+S XL Std

175/60 R 16 86 H

3.1 / 45

2.9 / 42

175/65 R 15 88

M+S XL RSC

rear XL Std

185/50 R 17 86 H

175/60 R 16 86 H

M+S XL RSC

205/45 R 17 88 V M

185/50 R 17 86 H

+S XL A/S RSC

M+S XL RSC

205/45 R 17 88 V M

195/55 R 16 87 H

+S XL RSC

M+S RSC

205/45 R 17 88 W

195/55 R 16 87

XL RSC

V M+S A/S RSC

205/40 R 18 86 W

195/55 R 16 87 W

XL RSC

RSC

205/45 R 17 88 V

M+S XL A/S RSC

205/45 R 17 88 V

M+S XL RSC

205/45 R 17 88 W

XL RSC

205/40 R 18 86 W

XL RSC

Emergency wheel

Speed up to a max. of

50 mph / 80 km/h

T 115/70 R 15 90

4.2 / 60

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On 3-door models: JOHN COOPER

Axle Weight Rating - GAWR. Note, front vs. rear

WORKS

GAWR and tire loads, respectively.

Tire size

Pressure specifications in

Speed letter

bar/PSI

Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h

Specifications in

R = 106 mph/170 km/h

bar/PSI with cold

tires

S = up to 112 mph/180 km/h

T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h

H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h

185/50 R 17 86 H

3.2 / 46

3.0 / 44

M+S XL RSC

V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h

205/45 R 17 88 W

W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h

XL RSC

Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h

205/45 R 17 88 V

M+S XL A/S RSC

Tire Identification Number

205/45 R 17 88 V

DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 3817

M+S XL RSC

xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand

205/40 R 18 86 W

3.4 / 49

3.2 / 46

xxx: tire size and tire design

XL RSC

3817: tire age

Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of

the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Tire identification marks

Tire age

Tire size

Recommendation

205/45 R 17 84 V

Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at

205: nominal width in mm

least every 6 years.

45: aspect ratio in %

R: radial tire code

Manufacture date

17: rim diameter in inches

You can find the manufacture date of the tire

on the tire's sidewall.

84: load rating, not for ZR tires

Designation

Manufacture date

V: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires

DOT … 3817

38th week, 2017

Maximum tire load

Maximum tire load is the maximum permissible

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

weight for which the tire is approved.

Quality grades can be found where applicable

Locate the maximum tire load on the tire side-

on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder

wall and the Gross Axle Weight Rating - GAWR -

and maximum section width.

on the certification label on the driver’s door

E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature

pillar. Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must be

greater than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross

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DOT Quality Grades

sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to

a level of performance which all passenger ve-

Treadwear

hicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor

Traction AA A B C

Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A

Temperature A B C

represent higher levels of performance on the

All passenger vehicle tires must conform to

laboratory test wheel than the minimum re-

Federal Safety Requirements in addition to

quired by law.

these grades.

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is es-

Treadwear

tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and

The treadwear grade is a comparative rating

not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-

based on the wear rate of the tire when tested

tion, or excessive loading, either separately or

under controlled conditions on a specified gov-

in combination, can cause heat buildup and

ernment test course. E.g., a tire graded 150

possible tire failure.◀

would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as well

on the government course as a tire graded 100.

RSC - Run-flat tires

The relative performance of tires depends upon

the actual conditions of their use, however, and

Run-flat tires, refer to page 210, are labeled

may depart significantly from the norm due to

with a circular symbol containing the letters

variations in driving habits, service practices

RSC marked on the sidewall.

and differences in road characteristics and cli-

mate.

M+S

Winter and all-season tires with better cold

Traction

weather performance than summer tires.

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are

AA, A, B, and C.

Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop

Tire tread

on wet pavement as measured under control-

led conditions on specified government test

Summer tires

surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked

Do not drive with a tire tread of less than

C may have poor traction performance.

0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an increased

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based

risk of hydroplaning.

on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and

does not include acceleration, cornering, hy-

Winter tires

droplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

Do not drive with a tire tread of less than

0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less suitable for

Temperature

winter operation.

The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,

and C, representing the tire's resistance to the

generation of heat and its ability to dissipate

heat when tested under controlled conditions

on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.

Sustained high temperature can cause the ma-

terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire

life, and excessive temperature can lead to

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Wheels and tires

Minimum tread depth

▷ Tire inflation pressure too low.

▷ Vehicle overloading.

▷ Incorrect tire storage.

Safety information

WARNING

Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres-

sure, which can lead to loss of vehicle control.

There is a risk of an accident. If tire damage is

suspected while driving, immediately reduce

Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's

speed and stop. Have wheels and tires

circumference and have the legally required

checked. For this purpose, drive carefully to the

minimum height of 0.063 inches/1.6 mm.

nearest dealer’s service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop. Have

The positions of the wear indicators are marked

vehicle towed or transported as needed. Do not

on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Wear Indi-

repair damaged tires, but have them re-

cator.

placed.◀

WARNING

Tire damage

Tires can become damaged by driving

over obstacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at

General information

high speed. Larger wheels have a smaller tire

Inspect your tires regularly for damage, foreign

cross-section. The smaller the tire cross-section,

objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.

the higher the risk of tire damage. There is a

Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces,

danger of accidents and property damage. If

as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can

possible, drive around obstacles, or drive over

cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus-

them slowly and carefully.◀

pension parts. This is more likely to occur with

low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning

between the wheel and the road. Be careful to

Changing wheels and

avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es-

tires

pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-

profile tires.

Mounting and wheel balancing

Indications of tire damage or other vehicle mal-

functions:

Have mounting and wheel balancing carried

out by a dealer’s service center or another

▷ Unusual vibrations.

qualified service center or repair shop.

▷ Unusual tire or running noises.

▷ Unusual handling such as a strong ten-

Wheel and tire combination

dency to pull to the left or right.

Damage can be caused by the following situa-

General information

tions, for instance:

You can ask the dealer’s service center or an-

other qualified service center or repair shop

▷ Driving over curbs.

▷ Road damage.

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about the correct wheel/tire combination and

New tires

wheel rim versions for the vehicle.

Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-

ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;

Safety information

they achieve their full traction potential after a

WARNING

break-in time.

Wheels and tires which are not suitable

Drive conservatively for the first

for your vehicle can damage parts of the vehi-

200 miles/300 km.

cle, for instance due to contact with the body

due to tolerances despite the same official size

Retreaded tires

rating. There is a risk of an accident. The manu-

WARNING

facturer of your vehicle strongly suggests that

Retreaded tires can have different tire

you use wheels and tires that have been rec-

casing structures. With advanced age the serv-

ommended by the vehicle manufacturer for

ice life can be limited. There is a risk of an acci-

your vehicle type.◀

dent. The manufacturer of your vehicle does

WARNING

not recommend the use of retreaded tires.◀

Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will

The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec-

have a negative impact on the vehicle's han-

ommend the use of retreaded tires.

dling and on the function of a variety of sys-

tems, such as ABS or DSC. There is a risk of an

Winter tires

accident. To maintain good handling and vehi-

Winter tires are recommended for operating on

cle response, use only tires with a single tread

winter roads.

configuration from a single manufacturer. The

Although so-called all-season M+S tires provide

manufacturer of the vehicle recommends that

better winter traction than summer tires, they

you use wheels and tires that have been rec-

usually do not provide the same level of per-

ommended by the vehicle manufacturer for

formance as winter tires.

your vehicle type. Following tire damage, have

the original wheel/tire combination remounted

Maximum speed of winter tires

on the vehicle as soon as possible.◀

If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher

than the permissible speed for the winter tires,

Recommended tire brands

then attach a label showing the permissible

maximum speed in the field of view. The label

is available from a dealer’s service center or an-

other qualified service center or repair shop.

With winter tires mounted, observe and do not

exceed the permissible maximum speed.

Run-flat tires

If you are already using run-flat tires, for your

own safety you should replace them only with

For each tire size, the manufacturer of the vehi-

the same kind. No spare tire is available in the

cle recommends certain tire brands. The tire

case of a flat tire. Further information is availa-

brands can be identified by a star on the tire

ble from a dealer’s service center or another

sidewall.

qualified service center or repair shop.

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Rotating wheels between axles

Safety information

Different wear patterns can occur on the front

WARNING

and rear axles depending on individual driving

Your vehicle handles differently with a

conditions. The tires can be rotated in pairs be-

run-flat with no or low inflation pressure; for in-

tween the axles to achieve even wear. Further

stance, your lane stability when braking is re-

information is available from a dealer’s service

duced, braking distances are longer and the

center or another qualified service center or re-

self-steering properties will change. There is a

pair shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure

risk of an accident.

and correct, if needed.

Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of

50 mph/80 km/h.◀

Storing tires

Air pressure

Label

Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-

sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.

Storage

Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and dark

place.

Always protect tires against all contact with oil,

grease, and solvents.

Do not leave tires in plastic bags.

The tires are marked on the tire sidewall with

Remove dirt from wheels or tires.

RSC Run-flat System Component.

Run-flat tires

Repairing a flat tire

Concept

Safety measures

Run-flat tires permit continued driving under

restricted conditions even in the event of a

▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible

complete loss of tire inflation pressure.

from passing traffic and on solid ground.

▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.

General information

▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by

The wheels are composed of tires that are self-

setting the parking brake.

supporting to a limited degree.

▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front

The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re-

wheels are in the straight-ahead position

main drivable to a restricted degree in the

and engage the steering wheel lock.

event of a tire inflation pressure loss.

▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the

Follow the instructions for continued driving

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

with a flat tire.

side the immediate area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an

appropriate distance.

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Sealant container

Mobility System

Concept

With the Mobility System, minor tire damage

can be sealed temporarily to enable continued

travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped

into the tires, which seals the damage from the

inside.

General information

▷

Follow the instructions on using the Mobi-

▷

Sealant container, arrow 1.

lity System found on the compressor and

▷

Filling hose, arrow 2.

sealant container.

Observe use-by date on the sealant container.

▷

Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec-

tive if the tire puncture measures approx.

Compressor

1/8 inches/4 mm or more.

▷

Contact a dealer’s service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop if the

tire cannot be made drivable.

▷

If possible, do not remove foreign bodies

that have penetrated the tire. Only remove

foreign objects if they are visibly protruding

from the tire.

▷

Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant

container and apply it to the steering

Sealant container unlocking

wheel.

Holder for sealant container

▷

The use of a sealant can damage the TPM

wheel electronics. In this case, have the

Inflation pressure dial

TPM wheel electronics replaced at the next

Reduce inflation pressure

opportunity.

On/off switch

▷

The compressor can be used to check the

Compressor

tire inflation pressure.

Connector/cable for socket

Overview

Connection hose

Storage

Safety measures

The Mobility System is located under the cargo

▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible

floor panel.

from passing traffic and on solid ground.

▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.

▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by

setting the parking brake.

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▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front

Pull filling hose completely out of the cover

wheels are in the straight-ahead position

of the sealant container. Do not kink the

and engage the steering wheel lock.

hose.

▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

side the immediate area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an

appropriate distance.

Filling the tire with sealant

Safety information

Slide the sealant container into the holder

DANGER

on the compressor housing, ensuring that it

If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila-

engages audibly.

tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can

enter into the vehicle. The exhaust gases con-

tain pollutants which are colorless and odorless.

In enclosed areas, exhaust gases can also accu-

mulate outside of the vehicle. There is danger

to life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure

sufficient ventilation.◀

NOTE

The compressor can overheat during ex-

tended operation. There is a risk of damage to

Screw the filling hose of the sealant con-

property. Do not run the compressor for more

tainer onto the tire valve of the nonworking

than 10 minutes.◀

wheel.

Filling

1. Shake the sealant container.

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With the compressor switched off, insert

Removing and stowing the sealant

the plug into the power socket inside the

container

vehicle.

1. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con-

tainer 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

With the ignition switched on or the engine

reached

running, switch on the compressor.

1. Pull the connector out of the power socket

inside the vehicle.

2. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to dis-

tribute the sealant in the tire.

3. Screw the connection hose of the compres-

sor directly onto the tire valve stem.

Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to

fill the tire with sealant and achieve a tire infla-

tion pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.

While the tire is being filled with sealant, the

tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach

approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the compressor

4. Insert the connector into the power socket

at this point.

inside the vehicle.

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.

5. With the ignition switched on or the engine

running, switch on the compressor.

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If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar

Insert the connector into the power socket

cannot be reached, contact your dealer’s

inside the vehicle.

service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar is

reached, see Minimum tire inflation pres-

sure is reached.

6. Unscrew the connection hose of the com-

pressor from the tire valve.

7. Pull the connector out of the power socket

inside the vehicle.

Correct the tire inflation pressure to at least

8. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

2.0 bar.

Minimum tire inflation pressure is

▷ Increase tire inflation pressure: with the

reached

ignition switched on or the engine run-

ning, switch on the compressor.

1. Unscrew the connection hose of the com-

pressor from the tire valve.

▷ Reduce tire inflation pressure: press the

button on the compressor.

2. Pull the connector out of the power socket

inside the vehicle.

Unscrew the connection hose of the com-

pressor from the tire valve.

3. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

Pull the connector out of the power socket

4. Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to

inside the vehicle.

ensure that the sealant is evenly distributed

in the tire.

Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.

Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

Continuing the trip

If possible, do not drive at speeds less than

Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed

12 mph/20 km/h.

of 50 mph/80 km/h.

Adjustment

Reinitialize the run-flat tires, refer to page 126.

1. Stop at a suitable location.

Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, refer

to page 121.

2. Screw the connection hose of the compres-

sor directly onto the tire valve stem.

Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant

container of the Mobility System at the next op-

portunity.

Snow chains

Safety information

WARNING

With the mounting of snow chains on un-

suitable tires, the snow chains can come into

contact with vehicle parts. There is a risk of ac-

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cidents or risk of damage to property. Only

Maximum speed with snow chains

mount snow chains on tires that are designated

Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h

by their manufacturer as suitable for the use of

when using snow chains.

snow chains.◀

WARNING

Changing wheels/tires

Insufficiently tight snow chains may dam-

age tires and vehicle components. There is a

General information

risk of accidents or risk of damage to property.

Make sure that the snow chains are always suf-

When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a

ficiently tight. Re-tighten as needed according

wheel does not always need to be changed im-

to the snow chain manufacturer's instruc-

mediately when there is a loss of tire inflation

tions.◀

pressure due to a flat tire.

If needed, the tools for changing wheels are

Fine-link snow chains

available as accessories from a dealer’s service

center or another qualified service center or re-

The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends

pair shop.

use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types of

fine-link snow chains have been tested by the

Safety information

manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended

as road-safe and suitable.

DANGER

Information regarding suitable snow chains is

The vehicle jack is only provided for

available from a dealer’s service center or an-

short-term lifting of the vehicle for wheel

other qualified service center or repair shop.

changes. Even if all safety measures are ob-

served, there is a risk of the raised vehicle fall-

Use

ing, if the vehicle jack tilts over. There is a risk

Use only in pairs on the front wheels, equipped

of injuries or danger to life. If the vehicle is

with the tires of the following size:

raised, do not lie under the vehicle and do not

start the engine.◀

▷

175/65 R 15.

▷

175/60 R 16.

DANGER

▷

185/50 R 17.

Supports such as wooden blocks under

the vehicle jack may prevent it from achieving

John Cooper Works:

its load capacity due to its restricted height. The

185/50 R 17.

load capacity of the wooden blocks may be ex-

Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc-

ceeded, causing the vehicle to tip over. There is

tions.

a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not place

Do not initialize the run-flat tires after mount-

supports under the vehicle jack.◀

ing snow chains, as doing so may result in in-

WARNING

correct readings.

The jack, issued by the vehicle manufac-

Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM af-

turer, is provided in order to perform a wheel

ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may re-

change in the event of a breakdown. The jack is

sult in incorrect readings.

not designed for frequent use; for example,

When driving with snow chains, briefly activate

changing from summer to winter tires. Using

Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if needed.

the jack frequently may cause it to become

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MOBILITY

Wheels and tires

jammed or damaged. There is a risk of injury

On a level surface

and risk of damage to property. Only use the

jack to attach an emergency or spare wheel in

the event of a breakdown.◀

WARNING

On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for

example snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack

can slip away. There is a risk of injury. If possi-

ble, change the wheel on a flat, solid, and slip-

resistant surface.◀

Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects in

WARNING

front and behind the wheel that is diagonal to

The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting

the wheel to be changed.

the vehicle and for the jacking points on the ve-

hicle only. There is a risk of injury. Do not lift

On a slight downhill gradient

any other vehicle or cargo using the vehicle

jack.◀

WARNING

If the vehicle jack is not inserted into the

jacking point provided for this purpose, the ve-

hicle may be damaged or the vehicle jack may

slip when it is being cranked up. There is a risk

of injury or risk of damage to property. When

cranking up the vehicle jack, ensure that it is in-

serted in the jacking point next to the wheel

If you need to change a wheel on a slight

housing.◀

downhill grade, place chocks and other suitable

objects, for instance a rock, under the wheels

WARNING

of both the front and rear axles against the roll-

A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack

ing direction.

may fall off of the jack if lateral forces are ex-

erted on it. There is a risk of injury and risk of

Lug bolt lock

damage to property. While the vehicle is raised,

do not exert lateral forces on the vehicle or pull

Concept

abruptly on the vehicle. Have a stuck wheel re-

moved by a dealer’s service center or another

The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The

qualified service center or repair shop.◀

lug bolts can only be released with the adapter

which matches the coding.

Securing the vehicle against rolling

Overview

The adapter of the lug bolt lock is located in the

General information

onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 231.

The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi-

tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away

when changing a wheel.

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Wheels and tires

MOBILITY

▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle or

portable hazard warning light at an appro-

priate distance.

▷ Secure the vehicle additionally against roll-

ing.

▷ Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.

Jacking points for the vehicle jack

▷ Lug bolt, arrow 1.

▷ Adapter, arrow 2.

Unscrewing

1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt.

2. Unscrew the lug bolt.

3. Remove the adapter after unscrewing the

lug bolt.

The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo-

cated at the marked positions.

Screwing on

1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If neces-

sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug

Jacking up the vehicle

bolt.

WARNING

2. Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening tor-

Hands and fingers can be jammed when

que is 140 Nm.

using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury.

3. Remove the adapter and stow it after

Comply with the described hand position and

screwing on the lug bolt.

Preparing the vehicle

▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip

ground at a safe distance from traffic.

▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.

▷ Set the parking brake.

▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to

position P.

▷ As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,

have all vehicle occupants get out of the

vehicle and ensure that they remain out-

side the immediate area in a safe place,

such as behind a guardrail.

▷ Depending on the equipment version, get

tools and the emergency wheel from the

vehicle.

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