Mini 2007 Cooper User Manual
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Removing the space-saver spare tire
The screw connection of the space-saver spare
tire is in the cargo area under the floor mat, on
the base of the storage compartment for the tire
change set.
1.
Unscrew the screw connection with the spe-
cial wrench.
2.
Take out the cover panel.
3.
Screw the lifting handle from the onboard
tool kit onto the thread.
4.
Raise the lifting handle slightly.
5.
Squeeze the securing spring.
6.
The space-saver spare tire is released and
must be held by the lifting handle.
7.
Lower the space-saver spare tire with the
lifting handle.
8.
Unscrew the lifting handle.
9.
Pull the space-saver spare tire underneath
the vehicle out towards the rear.
10.
Position the space-saver spare tire with the
valve facing upward.
11.
Unscrew the valve extension from the valve
of the space-saver spare tire.
12.
Unscrew the dust cap from the extension
and place it on the valve of the space-saver
spare tire.
Due to its different dimensions, the dam-
aged wheel cannot be placed in the recess
for the space-saver spare tire.
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Driving with the space-saver spare tire
Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
You must expect changes in vehicle handling
such as lower track stability during braking,
longer braking distances and changes in self-
steering properties when close to the handling
limit. These effects are more pronounced when
driving with winter tires.
Only one space-saver spare tire may be
mounted at one time. Reinstall a wheel
and tire of the original size as soon as possible.
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Check the tire inflation pressure at the ear-
liest opportunity and correct it if neces-
sary. Replace the defective tire as soon as possi-
ble and have the new wheel/tire assembly
balanced.
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Preparing for a tire change
Observe the safety precautions regarding
flat tires on page
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Additional safety measures when chang-
ing tires:
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