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7 Buttons* on steering wheel
Continuing cruise control* 45
Right: Storing speed and accelerating or decelerating Left: Increase or reduce volume
Activating/deactivating cruise control* 46
Telephone*: Accepting and ending a call, start- ing dialing* of selected phone number and redialing if no phone number is selected Activating/deactivating voice acti- vation system*
Changing radio station Selecting music track Scrolling through phone book and lists with stored phone numbers
8 Horn: the entire surface 9 Adjusting the steering wheel 33
10 Releasing the hood 10511
Displays
1 Tachometer 47
4 Display for
with indicator and warning lamps 13
2 Display for
> Clock 47
> Outside temperature 47
> Current vehicle speed 47
> Indicator and warning lamps 133 Resetting the trip odometer 47
> Position of automatic transmission* 40
> Computer* 48
> Date of next scheduled service, and remaining distance to be driven 52> Odometer and trip odometer 47
> Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor* 59
> Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor* 61
> Settings and information 50
> Personal Profile settings 185 Instrument lighting 69
6 Speedometerwith indicator and warning lamps 13
7 Fuel gauge 48
8 Radio display, refer to separate Owner'sManual
9 Radio, refer to separate Owner's Manual
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Indicator and warning lamps
The concept
Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2. Some lamps are checked for proper functioning and thus come on briefly when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on.
What to do in case of a malfunction A list of all indicator and warning lamps, as well as notes on possible causes of malfunctions and on how to respond, can be found starting on page 128.
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Around the center console
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1 Microphone for voice activation system*
and for telephone in hands-free mode*
2 Indicator/warning lamp* for front passen-
ger airbags 65
Reading lamps* 70
Automatic air distribution and flow rate* 74
Maximum cooling* 74
Cooling function 72, 75
Color of ambient lighting* 70
Defrosting windows* 73, 74
Glass sunroof, electric* 27
Rear window defroster 72, 74
Interior lamps 69
Windshield heating* 73, 75
4 Hazard warning flashers 5 Speedometer 12
6 Drive for audio CDs 7 Switching audio sources on/off and adjust-ing volume
8 Air conditioner or automatic climate con-
trol*
Temperature 72, 74
Recirculated-air mode 72, 74
Air distribution for air conditioner 73
Air distribution to the windshield* 74
Air distribution to the upper body area* 74Air distribution to the footwell* 74
Air flow rate 72, 74
9 Switches in center console
Seat heating* 32
Power windows 28
Rear fog lamp* 69
Fog lamps* 69
Central locking system, inside 22
10 AUX-IN port, USB audio interface* 78
11 Driving stability control systems> Dynamic Stability Control DSC 57
> Dynamic Traction Control DTC* 5812 Sport button* 59
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AT A GLANCE
CONTROLS
CONTROLS
DRIVING TIPS
MOBILITY
REFERENCE
Opening and closing
Keys/remote controls
Integrated key
Remote control Each remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is recharged when it is in the igni- tion lock while the car is being driven. You should therefore use each remote control at least twice a year to maintain the charge status. In vehicles equipped with Comfort Access*, the remote control contains a replaceable battery, page 27. If more than one remote control unit is used, the settings called up and implemented depend on which remote control is recognized when the car is unlocked, refer to Personal Profile, page 18. In addition, information about service require- ments is stored in the remote control, refer to Service data in the remote control, page 108.
New remote controls Your MINI dealer can supply new remote con- trols as additional units or as replacements in the event of loss.
Press button 1 to release the key. The integrated key fits the following locks: > Driver's door, page 22.
Personal Profile
The concept The functions of your MINI can be set individu- ally. By means of Personal Profiles, most of these settings are stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. When you unlock the car, the remote control is recognized and the settings stored for it are called up and implemented. This means that your settings will be activated for you, even if in the meantime your car was used by someone else with another remote con- trol and the corresponding settings. At most three remote controls can be set for three different people. A prerequisite is that each person uses a separate remote control.
Personal Profile settings For more information on specific settings, refer to the specified pages. > Response of the central locking system
when the car is being unlocked 19
> Automatic locking of the vehicle 22
> Triple turn signal activation 4218
> Settings for the displays in the speedometer
and tachometer: > 12h/24h mode of the clock, refer to For-
mats and units of measure 51
> Date format, refer to Formats and units
of measure 51
> Units of measure for fuel consumption, distance covered/remaining distances and temperature, refer to Formats and units of measure 51
> Light settings:
> Pathway lighting 66
> Daytime running lights 67> Automatic climate control*: activating/
deactivating the AUTO program, setting the temperature, air volume and air distribution 73
> Entertainment:> Audio volume, refer to separate Owner's
Manual
> Speed-dependent volume, refer to sepa-
rate Owner's Manual
Central locking system
The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed. The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the following: > Doors > Splitdoor > Fuel filler flap
Operating from outside > Via the remote control > Via the door lock* > In cars with Comfort Access*, via the door
handles on the driver's and passenger's sides.
The anti-theft system is also operated at the same time. It prevents the doors from being
unlocked using the lock buttons or door han- dles. The remote control can also be used to switch on/off the welcome lamps and interior lamps. The alarm system* is also activated or deactivated, page 24.
Operating from inside Button for central locking system, page 22. In the event of a sufficiently severe accident, the central locking system unlocks automatically. In addition, the hazard warning flashers and inte- rior lamps come on.
Opening and closing: from outside
Persons or animals in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside. Take the key with you when you leave the vehicle so that the vehicle can be opened from the out- side.<
Using the remote control
Unlocking Press the The welcome lamps and interior lamps come on.
button.
Unlocking mode You can also set which parts of the car are unlocked. The setting is stored for the remote control in use. 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 38. 2. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator
lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
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3. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the
symbol and "SET" are displayed.
5. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
6. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol, arrow.
Convenient opening Hold the The power windows are opened and the glass sunroof* is raised.
button down.
Convenient closing is not possible by means of the remote control.<
Locking Press the
button.
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there is any person inside, because the
vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.<
Setting confirmation signals To have the vehicle confirm when it has been locked or unlocked. 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 38. 2. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator
lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
7. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
8. Briefly press the button to select:
Press the button once to unlock only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap*. Press the button twice to unlock the entire vehicle.
3. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the
symbol and "SET" are displayed.
Press the the entire vehicle.
button once to unlock
9. Press and hold the button until the display changes. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
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5. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
6. Briefly press the button to select, arrow:
> Confirmation signal during unlocking > Confirmation signal during locking
7. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
8. Briefly press the button to select:
The hazard warning flashers light up dur- ing unlocking/locking.
An acoustic signal sounds during unlock- ing/locking.
The hazard warning flashers light up and an acoustic signal* sounds during unlocking/locking.
9. Press and hold the button until the display
changes. The setting is stored.
Switching on interior lamps While the car is locked: Press the You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages, etc.
button.
Unlocking the splitdoor Press the
button.
When it is opened, the splitdoor swings upward and outward to the rear. Make
sure that adequate clearance is available before opening. To prevent accidentally locking yourself out, do not place the key down in the cargo bay. If the
splitdoor was locked before opening, it will be locked again after it is closed. Before and after each trip, check that the split- door has not been inadvertently unlocked.<
Malfunctions The remote control may malfunction due to local radio waves. If this occurs, unlock and lock the car at the door lock with the integrated key. If the car can no longer be locked with a remote control, the battery in the remote control is dis- charged. Use this remote control during an extended drive; this will recharge the battery, page 18.
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communications Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID: LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: > This device must not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and
> this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.<
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Using the door lock
Opening and closing: from inside
You can set which parts of the car are unlocked, page 19.
When there is no alarm system* or Com- fort Access*, only the driver's door is
locked with the door lock.< To lock all doors, the fuel filler flap and splitdoor together: With the doors closed, press the interior central locking button, page 22 to lock the vehicle. Unlocking and opening the driver or passenger door, page 22. Locking the vehicle.
> Lock the driver's door with the integrated
key via the door lock, or
> press the safety lock button on the pas- senger's door and close the door from the outside.
Convenient operation With an alarm system* or Comfort Access*, the windows and glass sunroof* can be operated via the door lock.
Opening/closing Hold the key in the position for unlocking or locking.
Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured. Releasing the
key stops the operation.<
Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, the driver's door can be unlocked or locked by turn- ing the integrated key in the door lock to the end positions.
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The switch locks or unlocks the doors and split- door when the doors are closed, but the anti- theft system is not activated. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked*.
Unlocking and opening > Either unlock the doors together using the
switch for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest or
> pull on the door handle of either door twice: The first time unlocks the door, the second time opens it.
Locking > Press the switch or > press down the safety lock button of a door. To prevent you from being locked out, the open driver's door cannot be locked using the lock button.
Persons or animals in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside. Take the key with you when you leave the vehicle so that the vehicle can be opened from the out- side.<
Automatic locking You can also set the situations in which the car locks. The setting is stored for the remote con- trol in use.
1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 38. 2. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator
lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
3. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the
symbol and "SET" are displayed.
5. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
6. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol, arrow.
8. Briefly press the button to select:
The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle after some time if no door has been opened.
The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle as soon as you drive off.
The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle after some time if no door has been opened, or as soon as you drive off.
The central locking system remains unlocked.
9. Press and hold the button until the display
changes. The setting is stored.
Clubdoor
Opening The Clubdoor can only be opened using the han- dle on the inside. The right-hand front door must be open when opening the Clubdoor.
Closing First close the Clubdoor, followed by the right- hand front door.
7. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
Splitdoor
To avoid damage, make sure there is suf- ficient clearance before opening the split-
door.<
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> A door, the engine compartment lid or the
liftgate is opened
> There is movement inside the car > The car's inclination changes, for instance if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to towing away
> There is an interruption in the power supply
from the battery
The alarm system briefly indicates unauthorized entry or tampering by means of: > An acoustic alarm > Switching on the hazard warning flashers
Arming and disarming Whenever the car is locked or unlocked, the alarm system is armed or disarmed. Even when the alarm system is armed, you can open the liftgate by means of the button on the remote control. When you subsequently close the liftgate it is again locked and monitored.
In certain market-specific versions, unlocking via the door lock triggers the
alarm.<
Panic mode* You can activate the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation. Press the Switching off the alarm: Press any button.
button for at least two seconds.
Switching off an alarm > Unlock the car with the remote control. > Insert the key fully into the ignition lock. > In cars with Comfort Access*, press the but-
ton on the door lock.
Display on the revolution counter When the system is armed, all LEDs pulse. After approx. 16 minutes one LED flashes.
Opening
In some market-specific versions, the splitdoor cannot be unlocked using the remote control unless the vehicle is unlocked first. Only drive with the splitdoor fully closed; other- wise, the tail lamps will be obscured and driving safety will be compromised.<
Press the button in the handle or the but- ton of the remote control for an extended time. The splitdoor is unlocked. Using the button in the handle, fully open first the right side, arrow 1, and then the left side of the splitdoor, arrow 2.
Closing
Make sure that the closing path of the splitdoor is clear; otherwise, injuries may
occur.<
Close the left side, arrow 1, and then the right side of the splitdoor, arrow 2.
Alarm system*
The concept The alarm system, when activated, reacts if:
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Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior movement detector > Press the
button on the remote con-
trol twice in succession.
> Lock the vehicle twice with the integrated
key.
LEDs flash in short succession for approx. 2 seconds. The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement detector are switched off until the car is next unlocked and locked.
Comfort Access* Comfort Access enables you to enter your vehi- cle without having to hold the remote control in your hand. All you need to do is wear the remote control close to your body, e.g. in your jacket pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the remote control within the immediate vicinity or in the passenger compartment.
Functional requirements > The vehicle or the splitdoor can only be locked when the vehicle detects that the remote control currently in use is outside of the vehicle.
> The vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked
again until after approx. 2 seconds.
> The engine can only be started when the vehicle detects that the remote control is inside the vehicle.
> The doors and splitdoor must be closed to be able to operate the windows and glass sun- roof*.
Comfort Access supports the following func- tions: > Unlocking/locking the vehicle > Unlocking the splitdoor by itself > Starting the engine
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> LEDs pulse or LED flashes: system is armed. > One LED flashes at short intervals:
A door, the hood or the liftgate is not prop- erly closed. Even if these are not closed fully, the remaining items are deadlocked and the LEDs pulse after approx. 10 seconds for approx. 16 minutes. Afterwards, one LED flashes. The interior movement detector is not acti- vated.
> LEDs go out after the vehicle is unlocked: No attempt was made to tamper with the car.
> LEDs flash after unlocking until the key is inserted in the ignition, but for no longer than approx. 5 minutes: an attempt was made to tamper with the car.
Tilt alarm sensor The vehicle's inclination is monitored. The alarm is triggered, for instance, if an attempt is made to steal the car's wheels or tow it away.
Interior movement detector Before the interior movement detector can operate correctly, the windows and glass roof must be closed.
Avoiding false alarms The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement detector can be switched off together. This prevents false alarms, e.g. in the following situations: > In duplex garages > When being transported on car-carrying
trains, ferries or trailers
> If pets are to remain inside the car
Comparison to standard remote controls Essentially, it makes no difference whether you control the above-mentioned functions using Comfort Access or by pressing the buttons on the remote control for Comfort Access. Instructions on opening and closing are found starting on page 18. Special features regarding the use of Comfort Access are described below.
If you notice a brief delay while opening or closing the windows or glass sunroof, the system is checking whether a remote control is inside the vehicle. Repeat the opening or closing procedure, if necessary.<
To unlock
Press button 1. Depending on the setting, refer to Unlocking mode on page 19, only the driver's door or the entire vehicle is unlocked.
Press the button again to lock the vehicle again.<
Convenient opening with the remote control, refer to page 20.
Locking Press button 1.
Unlocking the splitdoor separately Press the button on the outside of the splitdoor. If the vehicle detects that a remote control has been accidentally left inside the
locked vehicle's cargo bay after the splitdoor is closed, the splitdoor will reopen slightly. The hazard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal* sounds.<
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Windows and glass sunroof, electric* If the engine is switched off, you can still operate the windows and glass sunroof so long as a door or the splitdoor has not been opened. If the doors and splitdoor are closed again and the remote control is located inside the vehicle, the windows and the glass sunroof can be oper- ated again. Insert the remote control into the ignition lock to be able to operate the windows or glass sunroof when the engine is switched off and the doors are open.
Switching on radio readiness Switch on radio readiness by briefly pressing the start/stop button, page 38.
Do not depress the brake or the clutch; otherwise, the engine will start.<
Starting the engine The engine can be started or the ignition can be switched on when a remote control is inside the vehicle. It is not necessary to insert a remote control into the ignition lock, page 38.
Switching off the engine in cars with automatic transmission The engine can only be switched off when the selector lever is in position P, page 39. To switch the engine off when the selector lever is in position N, the remote control must be in the ignition lock.
Insert remote control into ignition lock.
Before driving a vehicle with automatic transmission into a car wash 1. 2. Depress the brake. 3. Move the selector lever to position N. 4. Switch off the engine. The vehicle can roll.
Malfunction Comfort Access may malfunction due to local radio waves.
If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the buttons on the remote control or using the inte- grated key. Insert the remote control into the ignition lock and start the engine.
Warning lamps
The warning lamp comes on when an attempt is made to start the engine: the engine cannot be started. The remote control is not inside the vehicle or is malfunc- tioning. Take the remote control with you inside the vehicle or have it checked. If necessary, insert another remote control into the ignition lock.
The warning lamp comes on when the engine is running: the remote control is no longer inside the vehicle. After the engine is switched off, the engine can only be restarted within approx. 10 seconds.
The indicator lamp comes on: replace the battery in the remote control.
Replacing the battery The remote control for Comfort Access contains a battery that will need to be replaced from time to time. 1. Remove the cover.
2.
Insert the new battery with the plus side fac- ing up.
3. Press the cover on to close.
Take the old battery to a battery collection point or to your MINI dealer.<
Glass sunroof, electric* To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the glass sunroof and keep it in
your field of vision until it is shut. Take the key with you when you leave the car; otherwise, children could operate the sunroof and possibly injure themselves.<
Raising > Press the switch backward to the resistance
point and hold it there. Both glass sunroofs are raised. Releasing the switch stops the movement.
> With the ignition switched on, press the switch backward beyond the resistance point. Both closed sunroofs are raised fully. Pressing again stops the movement.
Opening, closing With the ignition switched on and the glass sun- roof raised, press the switch backward and hold it there. The front glass sunroof opens. The rear glass sunroof is closed. Releasing the switch stops the movement. The glass sunroof can be closed in the same way by pressing the switch forward. The front glass sunroof remains in a raised posi- tion. The rear glass sunroof is raised. Pressing on the switch again closes both sunroofs com- pletely. Convenient operation via door lock or Comfort Access, refer to page 20, 22, 26.
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After switching off the ignition When the ignition is switched off, the windows can still be operated for approx. 1 minute as long as no door is opened.
Take the key with you when you leave the car; otherwise, children could operate the
electric windows and possibly injure them- selves.<
Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes, the closing action is interrupted and the window reopens slightly.
Even though there is the pinch protection system, always ensure that the window's travel path is clear; otherwise, the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as thin objects, and the window would con- tinue closing. Do not install any accessories that might inter- fere with window movement. Otherwise, the pinch protection system could be impaired.<
Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger, or if ice on the win- dows, etc., prevents you from closing the win- dows normally, the window can be closed man- ually. 1. Press the switch upward and hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value.
2. Press the switch upward again within
approx. 4 seconds and hold it there. The window closes without pinch protection.
Roller sun blind The roller sun blind can be opened and closed independently of the glass sunroof.
Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure, there is a possibility that the glass sunroof can only be raised. In this case, have the system initialized. The manufacturer of your MINI recommends that you have this work done by your MINI dealer.
Windows
To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the windows.
Take the remote control with you when you leave the car; otherwise, children could operate the electric windows and possibly injure them- selves.<
If, after a window is opened and closed several times in close succession, the win- dow can only be closed and not opened, the sys- tem is overheated. Let the system cool for sev- eral minutes with the ignition switched on or the engine running.<
Opening, closing
> Press the switch downwards.
The window opens until you release the switch.
> Tap the switch downwards.
As soon as the remote is ready, the windows will open automatically. Tap the switch again to stop the opening movement.
The window can be closed in the same way by pressing the switch up.
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Adjustments
Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital contri- bution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con- junction with the safety belts, the head restraints and the airbags, the seated position has a major influence on your safety in the event of an acci- dent. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the follow- ing section. For additional information on transporting chil- dren safely, refer to page 35.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance between yourself and the airbags. Always
grip the steering wheel on the rim, with your hands in the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to minimize the risk of injury to the hands or arms in the event of the airbag being triggered off. No one and nothing should come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area. Ensure that the front passenger is correctly seated, e.g. that no feet or legs are propped against the dashboard. Otherwise, leg injury could result if the front airbag suddenly deployed. Make sure that occupants keep their heads away from the side airbag and do not lean against the head-level airbag; otherwise injuries can occur when the airbag is triggered.< Even if you follow all the instructions, injuries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded, depending on the circumstances. The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive individ- uals. This effect is usually only temporary. For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page 64.
Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident. Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx. ear level. Oth- erwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.< Head restraints, refer to page 31.
Safety belt Before every drive, make sure that all occupants wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute.
Number of safety belts
Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt. Never allow
infants or small children to ride in a passenger's lap. Make sure that the belt in the lap area sits low across the hips and does not press against the abdomen. The safety belt must not rest against the throat, run across sharp edges, pass over hard or fragile objects or be pinched. Fasten the safety belt so that it is pulled taut across the lap and shoulder, fitting the body snugly without any twists. Otherwise, the belt could slide over the hips in the event of a frontal collision and injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing bulky cloth- ing and regularly pull the belt in the upper-body area taut; otherwise, its restraining effect could be impaired.< Safety belts, refer to page 32.
Seats
Note before adjusting
Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could
respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.
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Backrest
Pull the lever, arrow 1, and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off, as necessary, arrows 2.
Lumbar support* You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive sup- plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position.
Turn the wheel to increase or decrease the cur- vature.
Entry to the rear
Easy entry on the driver's side The easy entry feature includes a mechanical memory function for the longitudinal adjust- ment and backrest angle.
On the front passenger seat as well, do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven; otherwise, there is a dan- ger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection nor- mally provided by the belt.< Comply with the instructions on head restraint height on page 31 and on damaged safety belts on page 32.
Seat adjustment
Observe the instructions on page 29 to ensure the best possible personal protec-
tion.<
Longitudinal adjustment Pull the lever, arrow 1, and slide the seat into the desired position, arrows 2. After releasing the lever, move the seat slightly forward or back so that it engages properly.
Height
Pull up or push down the lever repeatedly, arrows 1, until the desired height is reached, arrows 2.
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1. Pull up the lever on the seat backrest,
arrow 1. The backrest folds forward.
2. Move the seat forward by pushing on the
backrest, arrow 2.
Previous position 1. Push the seat back into its previous position. Do not fold the backrest up until the seat is in its previous position. Other- wise, the seat will engage in its current posi- tion. In this case, adjust the longitudinal position manually, page 30.<
2. Fold the backrest back up to lock the seat.
When moving the seat backwards, ensure that you do not cause personal injury or
property damage. Before driving off, engage the front seats and seat backrests. Otherwise, there is a risk of acci- dent due to unexpected movement.<
Head restraints
Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Correctly adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats; otherwise, there is an
increased risk of injury in an accident.<
Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level.
Distance Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head.
Height adjustment
To raise: pull up. To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and slide the head restraint down.
Removing Only remove a head restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in question.
Reinstall the head restraint before trans- porting passengers, as otherwise the head
restraint cannot provide its protective func- tion.<
Front 1. Pull up as far as it will go. 2. Fold the backrest forward slightly. 3. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint
out as far as it will go.
4. Fold back the backrest.
Rear 1. Pull up as far as it will go. 2. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint
out completely.
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Seat heating*
Switching on Press once for each temperature level. Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature. If you continue driving within the next 15 min- utes, the seat heating is automatically activated at the previously set temperature. The temperature is lowered or the heating is switched off entirely to save on battery power. The LEDs stay lit.
Switching off Press button longer.
Safety belts
Observe the instructions on page 29 to ensure the best possible personal protec-
tion.< Before every drive, make sure that all occupants wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute.
Front and rear seats
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Closing Make sure you hear the lock engage in the belt buckle. The upper belt anchor is suitable for adults of any stature as long as the seat is adjusted prop- erly, page 29.
Opening 1. Grasp the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the buckle. 3. Guide the belt into its reel.
Safety belt reminder
Front seats
The indicator lamps come on and an acoustic signal sounds.Check whether the safety belt has been fastened cor- rectly. The "Fasten safety belts"
reminder is issued when the driver's safety belt has not been fastened. The "Fasten safety belts" reminder is also activated at road speeds above approx. 5 mph or 8 km/h if the front passenger's safety belt has not been fastened, if objects are placed on the front passenger seat, or if driver or front passenger unfasten their safety belts.
Damage to safety belts
If the safety belts are damaged or stressed in an accident: have the safety belt system
and its seat-belt tensioners replaced and the belt anchors checked. Have this work carried out only by a MINI dealer or by a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accor- dance with the specifications of the MINI manu- facturer; otherwise, correct operation of these safety systems is not ensured.<
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors
The front passenger's mirror is more con- vex than the driver's mirror. The objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not gauge your distance from traffic behind
you on the basis of what you see in the mirror; otherwise, there is an increased risk of an acci- dent.<
Interior rearview mirror
1 Adjusting the left or right exterior mirror 2 Folding mirrors in and out*
Manual adjustment The mirrors can also be adjusted manually: press the edge of the glass.
Folding mirrors in and out* Turn the knob beyond the pressure point in direction 2. The mirrors can be folded in at road speeds up to approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. This can be beneficial in narrow streets, for example, or for moving mirrors that were folded in by hand back out into their correct positions.
Automatic heating* At outside temperatures below a certain limit, both exterior mirrors are automatically heated while the engine is running or the ignition switched on.
To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night: Turn the knob.
Interior mirror, automatic dimming*
The automatic dimming feature of the interior rearview mirror* is controlled by two photo cells in the mirror. One photo cell is in the mirror frame, arrow; the other is on the back of the mir- ror. In order to ensure that the system functions cor- rectly, keep the photo cells clean, do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and windshield, and do not affix adhesive labels or stickers of any kind to the windshield directly in front of the mirror.
Steering wheel
Adjustments
Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion; otherwise, there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected move- ment.<
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1. Fold the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred
distance and angle to suit your seated posi- tion.
3. Swing the lever back up.
Do not use force to swing the lever back up; otherwise, the mechanism
will be damaged.<
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Transporting children safely
The right place for children
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger
themselves and/or other persons by opening the doors, for example.<
Children should always sit in the rear Accident research has shown that the safest place for children is on the rear seat.
Only transport children under the age of 13 or smaller than 5 ft/150 cm in the rear in a child restraint system suitable for their age, weight and size. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci- dent.< Children 13 years of age or older must be buck- led in with a safety belt as soon as there no longer is any child restraint system that is appro- priate for their age, size and weight.
Only install child seats in the rear when the rear seat backrest is folded all the way
back and engaged. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci- dent.<
Exception for front passenger seat
Front passenger airbags
Should it be necessary to use a child restraint system on the front passenger
seat, the front and side airbags must be deacti- vated. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury to the child if the airbags deploy, even if the child is seated in a child restraint system.< For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 64.
Child restraint systems, installation
Observe the child restraint system manu- facturer's instructions when selecting,
installing and using child restraint systems. Oth- erwise, the protective effect may be dimin- ished.<
On the front passenger seat
After installing a child restraint system on the front passenger seat, make sure that the front and side airbags for the front passen- ger are deactivated; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury if the airbags deploy.<
Seat position Before installing a child restraint system, move the front passenger seat as far back and up* as possible to obtain the best possible position for the belt. Do not change the seat position after this.
Child seat security
All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front passenger can be prevented from being pulled out in order to secure child restraint sys- tems.
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