Mini John Cooper Works GP 2013 User Manual [de, en, fr]
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Supplementary
Supplementary
Owner's
Owner's
Handbook
Handbook
MINI
MINI
JOHN COOPER WORKS GP
JOHN COOPER WORKS GP
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Aktiengesellschaft
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Using this Owner's
Manual
This Supplementary Owner's Manual contains all
important equipment information, operating
instructions, and technical data of the special
edition model MINI John Cooper Works GP that
differ from the MINI. Descriptions that are not
contained in this Supplementary Owner's Manual can be found in the Owner's Manual for the
MINI or in the additional brochures that may be
included in the vehicle literature.
Should you wish to sell your MINI John Cooper
Works GP at some time in the future, remember
to hand over this Supplementary Owner's Manual to the new owner; it is an important part of
the vehicle.
Additional sources of information
Should you have any other questions, your MINI
dealer will be glad to advise you at any time.
You can find more information about the MINI,
for example on its technology, on the Internet at
www.MINI.com.
Symbols used
Indicates precautions that must be fol-
lowed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to
the vehicle.<
Refers to measures that can be taken to
help protect the environment.<
< Marks the end of a specific item of informa-
tion.
Symbols on vehicle components
Indicates that you should consult the rele-
vant section of this Owner's Manual for
information on a particular part or assembly.
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Vehicle equipment
The manufacturer of your MINI is the Bayerische
Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, BMW AG.
This Supplementary Owner's Handbook
describes all series-specific equipment, countryspecific equipment, and optional equipment
that is offered for this model. For this reason, this
Supplementary Owner's Handbook also
describes and illustrates some equipment that
may not be available in your vehicle, for example due to the special options or national-market version selected.
This also applies to safety related functions and
systems.
If equipment and models are not described in
this Supplementary Owner's Handbook, please
consult the accompanying Owner's Manual.
Status of this Owner's
Manual at time of
printing
The high level of safety and quality of the MINI
vehicles is ensured through continuous development. In rare cases, therefore, the features
described in this Supplementary Owner's Manual may differ from those in your vehicle.
Notes
The MINI John Cooper Works GP is a two-seat
compact vehicle. It combines lightweight construction, e.g. chassis/suspension components
made of aluminum, with driving dynamics. The
development of the vehicle was focused on agile
driving characteristics and high driving stability.
The add-on parts significantly limit ground
clearance. When driving, make sure that
there is sufficient ground clearance, such as
when entering underground parking garages,
driving over curbs or when driving in winter; otherwise damage to the add-on parts may result.<
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Sitting safely
Contrary to the description in the Owner's Manual for the MINI, your MINI John Cooper Works
GP has two seats.
Safety belts
Your MINI John Cooper Works GP is equipped
with safety belts for the driver and passenger.
Also follow the instructions for using safety belts
in the Owner's Manual for the MINI.
Transporting children
safely
Since there is no rear seat, please note the following specifics about transporting children
safely.
Also follow the general instructions for
transporting children safely in the Owner's
Manual for the MINI.<
The right place for children
Note
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger
themselves and/or other persons by opening the
doors, for example.<
Children in the front passenger seat
Should it be necessary to use a child restraint
system on the front passenger seat, make sure
that the front and side airbags for the front passenger side are deactivated.
For more information on automatic deactivation
of the front passenger airbags, refer to the
Owner's Manual for the MINI/MINI Clubman.
If a child restraint system is used on the
front passenger seat, the front passenger
airbags must be deactivated; otherwise, a child
traveling in that seat faces an increased risk of
injury if the airbags are triggered, even with a
child restraint system.<
Children 13 years of age or older must be
buckled in with a safety belt as soon as
there no longer is any child restraint system that
is appropriate for their age, size and weight.<
Child seat security
The safety belt for the passenger can be prevented from being pulled out in order to secure
child restraint systems.
Child restraint system with tether strap
Child restraint systems with upper retaining
strap are attached to the anchor.
Placement of the tether strap
Make sure the upper retaining strap does
not run over sharp edges and is not
twisted as it passes to the top anchor. Otherwise, the strap will not properly secure the child
restraint system in the event of an accident.<
1 Direction of travel
2 Head restraint
3 Tether strap hook
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4 Anchor
5 Rear cargo well
6 Seat backrest
Attaching upper tether strap to the
securing eye
1.
Guide the tether strap through the holder on
the head restraint.
2.
Attach the tether strap to the anchor using
the hook.
3.
Pull the tether strap tight.
For further information about installing child
restraint systems and deactivation of the front
passenger airbags, refer to the Owner's Manual
for the MINI.
Technology for driving
comfort and safety
GP Mode
GP Mode is a race track-optimized mode of the
Dynamic Stability Control DSC that permits
greater longitudinal and lateral acceleration
when driving on dry road surfaces, but with
reduced driving stability. Only in the absolute
limit range does the system take stabilizing
action with brake interventions in the wheels.
Coil-over suspension
Your MINI John Cooper Works GP has a coil-over
suspension with a range of adjustment for vehicle height.
The racing-oriented suspension design results in
reduced suitability for everyday use such as sensitivity to lane grooves and increased acceleration inputs.
Street use setting
Do not change the coil position set for
your MINI by the manufacturer; otherwise, the vehicle height is not suitable for operation on public roads.<
The coil-over suspension has been optimally set
for your MINI by the manufacturer. This setting
corresponds to the approval requirements of
your country. Always use these settings for operation on public roads, refer to illustration.
1 Front spring strut
2 Rear spring strut
3 Setting gauge
It is activated and deactivated in analogous
fashion to the Dynamic Traction Control DTC,
refer to the Owner's Manual for the vehicle.
Race track setting
Have suspension adjustments performed
by your MINI dealer or by appropriately
trained personnel.<
After changing the suspension settings, a wheel
alignment is recommended.
Use the provided tool, refer to page 10, for
adjustment procedures.
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Lamps
Parking lamps
The MINI John Cooper Works GP does not have
parking lamps in the front fog lamps.
Instead, a substitute function is integrated into
the turn signal lamps in the main headlamps.
The vehicle cannot be illuminated on one side
for parking.
Things to remember when
driving
Brake system
Your MINI John Cooper Works GP has a brake
system that has been adapted to the increased
driving dynamics of the vehicle.
Because it is designed for high braking performance, stability, and controllability, the brake
may generate noise during braking.
However, this does not affect the brake's performance, safe operation or stability under load.
Releasing
Turn the knob in the horizontal position, refer to
arrow.
Locking
Turn the knob in the vertical position.
Folding up the luggage compartment
floor
Cargo loading
Also follow the instructions for loading in
the Owner's Manual for the MINI; otherwise, the operating safety of the vehicle is no
longer assured and the vehicle will not be in
compliance with the construction and use regulations.<
Storage compartments
Two additional storage compartments are
located under the front luggage area floor
panel.
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Lift the luggage area floor panel, arrow 1, and
slide it forward, arrow 2.
Stowing cargo
Position heavy cargo as low and as far for-
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ward as possible, ideally directly behind the
cargo rod 1.
Do not stack higher than the cargo rod.
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Cover sharp edges and corners.
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Securing cargo
Secure smaller and lighter items using
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retaining or draw straps.
Heavy-duty cargo straps for securing larger
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and heavier objects are available at your
MINI dealer. Lashing eyes are provided for
attaching the cargo straps.
Comply with the information enclosed with
the load-securing devices.
Wiper system
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Engine compartment
Strut brace
Only have the strut brace removed by
your MINI dealer.<
Power distribution box
Contrary to the description in the Owner's Manual for the MINI, in your MINI John Cooper Works
GP, the cover of the power distribution box cannot be removed without removing the strut
brace.
For this reason, have fuses replaced by your
MINI dealer.
Window washer nozzles
Contrary to the description in the Owner's Manual for the MINI, your MINI John Cooper Works
GP does not have heated washer jets.
Please note that the washer jets may ice up at
very low temperatures.
Rear window wiper
Contrary to the description in the Owner's Manual for the MINI, your MINI John Cooper Works
GP does not have a rear wiper.
Entertainment
Setting tone controls
One feature that differs from the description in
the Owner's Manual for the MINI is that you
have the following option for tone setting:
Fader: depending on your vehicle's equipment,
it is possible to adjust the volume distribution
between the upper/lower speakers in the front
doors.
Fuel grade
Be sure to follow all instructions regarding
fuel grade and refueling in the Owner's
Manual of the vehicle; failure to do so can result
in permanent damage to the engine.<
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Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91.
This gasoline is highly recommended. However, you may also use gasoline with a lower
AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is 89.
Vehicle care
Washing your vehicle
Do not wash the MINI John Cooper Works
GP in automatic car washes with a conveyor; otherwise, you may damage the vehicle
underbody.
Do not use steam jets or high-pressure washers
in the region of the serial number on the roof
and the rear spoiler connection to the rear window; otherwise, you may damage them.<
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