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To lock the safety belt 1. Secure the child restraint system with the
belt.
2. Pull the belt strap all the way out. 3. Allow the belt strap to retract and pull it taut
against the child restraint system.
The safety belt is locked.
To unlock the safety belt 1. Open the belt buckle. 2. Remove the child restraint system. 3. Allow the safety belt strap to retract all the
way.
LATCH child-restraint fixing system LATCH: lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. To install and use the LATCH child restraint system, follow the operating and safety
instructions provided by the manufacturer of the system; otherwise, the protective function of the seat may be compromised.<
Anchor points for LATCH anchors Before installing the child seat, pull the belt out of the area for the child-restraint fixing system.
Child restraint system with tether strap
Use the tether strap anchors to secure child restraint systems only; otherwise, the
anchors could be damaged.<
By way of example, the illustration shows the cargo bay in the MINI. There are two additional anchors for child restraint systems with tether straps, arrows. When the vehicle is equipped with a level load floor*, the anchors are covered. Their positions are labeled.
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. Other- wise, the strap will not properly secure the child restraint system in the event of an accident.<
The anchor points for the lower LATCH anchors are located behind the labeled protective caps. Make sure that both lower LATCH anchors are properly engaged and that the child
restraint system rests firmly against the seat backrest; otherwise, the protective function of the seat may be compromised.<
1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Tether strap hook 4 Cargo bay floor 5 Anchor 6 Seat backrest 7 Tether strap of the child restraint system
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1. Push the head restraint upward. 2. Guide the tether strap between the head
restraint holders.
3. Attach the tether strap to the anchor using
the hook.
4. Push the head restraint into its lowermost
position.
5. Attach the tether strap to the anchor using
the hook.
6. Pull the retaining strap tight.
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Driving
Ignition lock
Inserting the key into the ignition lock
Insert the key all the way into the ignition lock. Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers can operate.
Removing the key from the ignition lock Press in the key briefly. It is ejected slightly. At the same time: > The ignition is switched off if it was on
beforehand.
Automatic transmission You cannot take out the key unless the selector lever is in the P position: interlock.
Start/stop button
Press the start/stop button to switch radio readi- ness or the ignition on and off. Do not depress the brake or clutch while doing so.
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When you press the start/stop button and depress the clutch if the car has manual
transmission or the brake if the car has auto- matic transmission, the engine starts.<
Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers can operate. The time and outside temperature are displayed in the tachometer. Radio readiness is switched off automatically: > When the key is removed from the ignition
lock
> When using Comfort Access* by pushing the
button on the door handle or the
button on the remote control, refer to
Locking on page 26
> after a certain has elapsed
Ignition on Most indicator and warning lamps in indicator area 1, page 13, light up for varying lengths of time.
When the engine is off, switch off the igni- tion and any unnecessary electrical con-
sumers in order to preserve the battery.<
Radio readiness and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps in the displays go out. The ignition automatically turns off* when the driver's door is opened. Pressing the start/stop button again switches the ignition back on. The ignition is not switched off in situations such as the following: > The clutch or brake is depressed > The low beams are switched on
Starting the engine
Do not allow the engine to run in enclosed areas; otherwise, inhalation of the noxious exhaust gases can lead to loss of consciousness and death. Exhaust gases contain carbon mon- oxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running; otherwise, such a vehicle repre- sents a potential safety hazard. Before leaving the car while the engine is run- ning, place the transmission in neutral or move the selector lever to position P and forcefully apply the parking brake to prevent the car from moving.<
Avoid frequent starting in quick succes- sion or repeated start attempts in which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the cat- alytic converter.< Do not let the engine warm up with the vehicle at a standstill. Move off immediately at a moder- ate engine speed. When starting the engine, do not depress the accelerator pedal.
Manual transmission Key in ignition lock or inside vehicle with Com- fort Access, refer to page 25. 1. Depress the brake. 2. Depress the clutch. 3. Press the start/stop button.
Automatic transmission Key in ignition lock or inside vehicle with Com- fort Access, refer to page 25.
1. Depress the brake. 2. Shift the selector lever into position P or N. 3. Press the start/stop button. The starter operates automatically for a certain time, and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started.
Switching off the engine Always take the key with you when you leave the vehicle.
When parking, apply the parking brake force- fully; otherwise, the vehicle could begin to roll.<
Manual transmission 1. With the car at a standstill, press the start/
stop button.
2. Shift into first gear or reverse. 3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
Automatic transmission 1. With the car at a standstill, move the selector
lever to position P.
2. Press the start/stop button. 3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
Before driving into a car wash By following these steps, the vehicle is able to roll: 1. Place the remote control, even with Comfort
Access, in the ignition lock.
2. Depress the brake. 3. Move the selector lever to position N. 4. Switch off the engine.
Parking brake The parking brake is primarily intended to pre- vent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.
Applying The lever locks in position automatically.
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Releasing
Pull slightly upwards, press the button and lower the lever.
In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be used to slow or stop the car, do not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, con- tinuously press the button of the parking brake lever. Otherwise, excessive force could lead to over- braking and loss of traction, i.e. fishtailing, at the rear axle.<
Manual transmission
Automatic transmission* with Steptronic In addition to the fully automatic mode, you can shift gears manually using Steptronic, page 41.
Parking the vehicle
To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always select position P and apply the parking
brake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running.<
Removing the key 1. Move the selector lever to position P. 2. Switch off the engine. 3. Remove the key.
Selector lever positions P R N D M/S + –
Displays in the tachometer
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, press the gearshift lever to the right. Otherwise,
the engine could be damaged if you inadvert- ently shift into 3rd or 4th gear.<
Reverse gear Select this only when the vehicle is stationary. When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left, a slight resistance has to be overcome.
P R N D DS M1 to M6
The selector lever position is displayed, or the current gear in the manual mode.Changing selector lever positions > The selector lever can only be moved out of position P if the ignition is switched on or the engine is running: interlock.
> Before moving the lever away from P or N
with the vehicle stationary, first depress the brake; otherwise, the selector lever will refuse to move: shiftlock.
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Sport program and manual operation M/S
To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position, depress the brake until you are ready to start.<
A lock prevents accidental shifting into selector lever positions R and P.
Overriding the selector lever lock
Press the button on the front of the selector lever, arrow.
P Park Select this only when the vehicle is stationary. The transmission locks to prevent the drive wheels from turning.
R Reverse Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
N Neutral Select this when you are in a car wash, for exam- ple. The vehicle can roll.
D Drive, automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation. All for- ward gears are selected automatically. Under normal operation conditions, fuel con- sumption is lowest when you drive in position D.
Kickdown Kickdown enables you to achieve maximum performance. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the full- throttle resistance point.
Move the selector lever from position D to the left into the M/S shifting slot: The Sport program is activated and DS is dis- played. This position is recommended for a per- formance-oriented driving style. To deactivate the sport program or manual mode M/S, move the selector lever to the right into position D.
Shifting with the selector lever Push the selector lever forward or pull it back to activate manual operation. Steptronic shifts the gear. > Pull the selector lever in the + direction.
Transmission shifts up.
> Push the selector lever in the – direction.
Transmission shifts down.
The selected gear is displayed in the tachome- ter, e.g. M1. To use the automatic mode again, move the selector lever to the right into position D. Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example, a downshift that would cause the engine to over- rev will not be executed by the system. The selected gear is displayed briefly, followed by the current gear.
Shifting on the steering wheel* With the selector lever in position D, automatic drive, you can shift gears using the shift paddles on the steering wheel. The transmission auto- matically switches to manual mode.
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If you do not shift gears with the shift paddles or accelerate for a certain amount of time, the transmission automatically returns to D, auto- matic drive.
Only unlock the selector lever lock manu- ally when the vehicle is to be towed. Do
not forget to firmly apply the parking brake prior to the tow; otherwise, the vehicle may roll away.<
Turn signals/ headlamp flasher
> Pull one of the shift paddles.
Transmission shifts up.
> Push one of the shift paddles.
Transmission shifts down.
M1 to M6 is displayed in the gear indicator.
Manually unlock the selector lever lock Should the selector lever refuse to move out of position P even though the ignition is switched on, the brake is depressed and the button on the selector lever is pressed, the selector lever lock can be overridden: 1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever. 2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever
until the sleeve is inside out. Disconnect the cable connector if necessary.
3.
Insert extractor hook 1 from the onboard vehicle tool kit into the loop on the passen- ger's side.
4. Pull the loop up. 5. Move the selector lever into the desired
position by pressing the button on the front of the selector lever.
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1 Turn signal indicator 2 Headlamp flasher
Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. To turn off manually, press the lever to the resis- tance point.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that an indicator bulb has
failed.<
Indicating a turn briefly Press the lever as far as the resistance point for as long as you wish to indicate a turn.
Triple turn signal activation Press the lever as far as the resistance point. You can set whether the turn signal is to flash once or three times.
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.
8. Briefly press the button to select:
Brief indication of a turn.
Triple turn signal.
9. Press and hold the button until the display
changes. The setting is stored.
Wiper system
3. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the
symbol and "SET" are displayed.
1 Switching on wipers 2 Switching off wipers or brief wipe 3 Activating/deactivating intermittent mode
or rain sensor*
4 Cleaning windshield and headlamps*
5. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
6. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol, arrow.
Switching on wipers Press the lever upward, arrow 1. The lever automatically returns to its initial posi- tion when released.
7. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
Normal wiper speed Press once. The system switches to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary.
Fast wiper speed Press twice or press beyond the resistance point. The system switches to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary.
Intermittent wipe or rain sensor* If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the intermittent-wipe time is preset.
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If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the time between wipes is controlled automatically and depends on the intensity of the rainfall. The rain sensor is mounted on the windshield, directly in front of the interior rearview mirror.
Activating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press button, arrow 3.
Deactivate the rain sensor before entering an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.<
Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain sensor 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. Press the button to select the desired sensi-
tivity.
7. Wait, or press and hold the button until the
display changes. The settings are stored.
Deactivating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press the button again, arrow 3.
Brief wipe Press the lever downward once, arrow 2.
Cleaning windshield and headlamps* Pull the lever, arrow 4. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and the wipers are operated briefly. When the vehicle lighting system is switched on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals. In cars equipped with an alarm system, the headlamps cannot be cleaned when the hood is open.
Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty; otherwise, you will
damage the washer pump. Only use the washers if the hood has been com- pletely closed; otherwise, the headlamp washer system* may be damaged. Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield. If you do, your vision could be obscured. For this reason, use anti- freeze.<
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Window washer nozzles The window washer nozzles are heated auto- matically* while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on.
Rear window wiper
Washer fluid reservoir
Only refill washer fluid that contains anti- freeze when the engine is cool, to avoid contact with hot engine parts. Otherwise, fluid spills constitute a fire hazard and a risk to per- sonal safety.<
0 Rear wipers parked 1 To switch on intermittent wipe
Turn the cap to level 1. Operation is continuous in reverse gear.
Cleaning the rear window 2 To clean the rear window during intermit-
tent wipe Turn the cap further to level 2 and hold it there.
3 To clean the rear window when wipers are
parked Turn the cap to level 3 and hold it there.
Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations.
Mix the water and antifreeze before filling the washer fluid reservoir to make sure
the correct concentration is maintained.<
Capacity Approx. 2.6 US quarts/2.5 liters. With headlamp washer system: Approx. 4.8 US quarts/4.5 liters.
Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty; otherwise, you will
Cruise control*
damage the washer pump.<
Washer fluid
Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. Therefore, keep it away from ignition
sources, store it only in the closed original con- tainer and keep it out of reach of children; oth- erwise, there is a risk of personal injury. Comply with the instructions on the container.<
The concept Cruise control is available at vehicle speeds of at least approx. 20 mph or 30 km/h. The car then stores and maintains the speed that you specify using the button on the steering wheel.
Do not use cruise control when driving at constant speed is prevented by adverse conditions, e.g. winding roads, dense traffic or poor road conditions due to, e.g., snow, rain, ice or loose surfaces. Otherwise, you could lose con- trol of the vehicle and cause an accident as a result.<
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Activating
1 Resuming cruise control 2 Activating/deactivating cruise control 3 Maintaining, storing and increasing speed 4 Maintaining, storing and decreasing speed Indicator lamp in the speedometer lights up. The cruise control system is ready and can be acti- vated.
Activating/deactivating cruise control Press button 2. In addition, the system is automatically deacti- vated: > When the brakes are applied > When the clutch is depressed > When the automatic transmission is in selec-
tion lever position N
> When the driving stability control system is
active
Cruise control is not deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal. Once the accelerator pedal is released, the stored speed is achieved again and maintained. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is switched off.
Maintaining current speed Press button 3. The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed. If, on a downhill grade, the engine braking effect is not sufficient, the controlled speed may be exceeded. On uphill grades vehicle speed may drop if the engine output is insufficient.
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Increasing speed Press button 3 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached. Every time you press the but- ton, the speed increases by approx. 1 mph or 2 km/h.
Accelerating using the button Press and hold button 3. The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal. After the button is released, the driving speed is maintained and stored.
Decreasing speed Press button 4 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached. The functions here are the same as for increas- ing the speed or accelerating, except that the speed will be decreased.
Resuming a speed stored beforehand Press button 1. The last speed stored is achieved again and maintained. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is switched off.
Display in tachometer*
Selected speed is displayed briefly.
If --- mph or --- km/h is displayed briefly in the tachometer, the conditions necessary
for operation may not be fulfilled.<
Malfunction
The warning lamp in the tachometer lights up if the system fails.
Controls overview
Odometer, outside temperature display, clock
1 Outside temperature display and clock or
current speed
2 Odometer and trip odometer 3 Resetting the trip odometer
Units of measure Select the respective units of measure, miles or km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for the outside temperature, page 51.
Outside temperature display, time Setting the time, refer to page 54.
Outside temperature warning When the displayed temperature sinks to approx. +377/+3 6, a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up. There is an increased risk of black ice.
Black ice can also form at temperatures above +377/+3 6. Therefore, drive
carefully, e.g. on bridges and sections of road in the shade; otherwise, there is an increased acci- dent risk.<
Current vehicle speed To have the current speed shown in the upper display otherwise serving for the outside tem- perature display and clock.
1. Press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until the current speed appears in the lower display.
2. Wait for the speed display to automatically
move to the upper display.
The outside temperature then appears in the lower display.
Odometer and trip odometer
Resetting the trip odometer With the ignition switched on, press knob 3 in the tachometer.
When the vehicle is parked To display the time, outside temperature and odometer briefly after the key is removed from the ignition lock: Press knob 3 in the tachometer.
Tachometer
Never operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine.
Coolant temperature A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and therefore the engine, becomes too hot. Check coolant level, refer to page 107.
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Fuel gauge
Computer*
Displays in tachometer
Fuel tank capacity Approx. 13.2 US gallons/50 liters. You can find information on refueling on page 94. If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period, when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly.
Reserve Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone of approx. 2.1 gallons/8 liters, the remaining indicator lamps change from orange to red, arrow. The tachometer displays the remaining cruising range. An indicator lamp comes on when the remaining range is less than approx. 30 miles/50 km.
If the range displayed is less than 30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other- wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and damage could occur.<
Press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly to call up various items of informa- tion. The following items of information are displayed in the order listed: > Cruising range > Average fuel consumption > Current fuel consumption > Average speed > Current vehicle speed To set the corresponding units of measure, refer to Formats and units of measure on page 51.
Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. The range is calculated on the basis of the way the car has been driven over the last 18 miles/30 km and the amount of fuel currently in the tank.
If the range displayed is less than 30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other- wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and damage could occur.<
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Average fuel consumption Calculated for the time the engine has been run- ning. To reset average fuel consumption: press the button in the turn indicator lever for approx. 2 seconds.
Current fuel consumption Displays the current fuel consumption to allow you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust emissions.
Average speed Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine switched off are not included in the calculations of average speed. To reset average speed: press the button in the turn indicator lever for approx. 2 seconds.
Current vehicle speed To have the current speed shown in the upper display otherwise serving for the outside tem- perature display and clock. 1. Press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until the current speed appears in the lower display.
2. Wait for the speed display to automatically
move to the upper display.
The outside temperature then appears in the lower display of the computer.
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Settings and information
Operating principle
Certain settings and information are only avail- able when the ignition is switched on, the vehi- cle is at a standstill and the doors are closed. 1 Button for:
> Selecting display > Setting values > Confirming selected display or set values > Calling up computer information 48
2 Calling up Check Control 54
3 Displaying vehicle check 55
4 Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 59Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 61
5 Setting formats and units of measure, reset-
ting to factory settings 52
6 Adjusting settings
> Confirmation signals when locking and
unlocking the vehicle 20
> Response during unlocking
procedure 19
> Automatic locking 22
> Pathway lighting 66
> Daytime running lights 67
> Triple turn signal activation 427 Setting the time 54
8 Setting the date 54
9 Exiting the menu50
Exiting displays
1. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "HOME" is displayed.
2. Press the button for a longer period. The display again shows the outside tempera- ture and the time. Displays are also exited if no entries are made for approx. 8 seconds.
Next setting or item of information
Formats and units of measure To set the formats and units of measure. The set- tings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 18. 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.
1. While in a setting or information item, briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "NEXT" is displayed. 2. Press the button for a longer period. The display changes directly to the next setting or item of information.
5. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
6. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol, arrow.
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> Fuel consumption: l/100 km, mpg,
km/l*
4. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
Distance covered: mls, km
> Time: 12h, 24h mode > Date: day.month dd.mm,
month/day mm/dd
> Temperature: 7, 6
7. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
8. Press the button briefly to change the for-
mat or unit of measure.
9. Press and hold the button until the display
changes. The settings are stored.
Resetting to factory settings The settings for formats and units of measure can be reset to the factory settings. The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 18. 1. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator
lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
5. Briefly press button repeatedly until "RESET"
is displayed.
6. Press and hold the button until the display
changes to the first setting. The settings are reset.
Service requirements
2. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
The remaining driving distance and the date of the next scheduled service are briefly displayed immediately after you start the engine or switch on the ignition.
The extent of service work required can be read out from the remote control by your
3. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the
MINI dealer.<
symbol and "SET" are displayed.
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Displaying vehicle check For certain maintenance operations, you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the tachometer. 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 corresponding symbol and "SERVICE INFO" are displayed.
5. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
6. Briefly press the button to display the indi- vidual service items, refer to the following information.
Possible displays
1 Button for selecting information 2 Engine oil 3 Front brakes 4 Rear brakes 5 Vehicle check
6 Roadworthiness test 7 Brake fluid 8 Exit display 51
9 Next setting or item of information 51
More information on the MINI Maintenance Sys- tem can be found on page 108.53
Clock
Setting the time To set the 12h/24h mode, refer to Formats and units of measure on page 51. 1. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator
lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
1. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator
lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
2. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
3. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the
symbol and "SET" are displayed.
4. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
5. Press the button to set the day of the month. 6. Wait for the display to change to month. 7. Set the month and year in the same way. 8. Wait for the display to change.
The settings are stored.
Check Control
The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys- tems monitored. Check Control messages involve indicator or warning lamps in the dis- plays and, in some circumstances, an acoustic signal. To adjust the volume of the signal, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio.
2. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
3. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the
symbol and "SET" are displayed.
4. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
5. Press the button to set the hours. 6. Wait for the display to change to minutes. 7. Press the button to set the minutes. 8. Wait for the display to change.
The settings are stored.
Date
Setting the date To set the dd/mm or mm/dd date format, refer to Formats and units of measure on page 51.
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Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in the indicator areas 1 and 2.
What to do in case of a malfunction The meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal- function and tips on how to respond are listed starting on page 128.
Hiding Check Control messages
Press the button in the turn indicator lever. Some Check Control messages are displayed until the malfunctions have been rectified. They cannot be hidden. If several malfunctions occur at the same time, they are displayed in succes- sion. Other Check Control messages are automatically hidden after approx. 20 seconds, but remain stored.
This symbol indicates that Check Control
messages have been stored. Check Control mes- sages can be viewed whenever it is convenient.
Viewing stored Check Control messages Stored Check Control messages can only be dis- played if the driver's door is closed. 1. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator
lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
2. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
3. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the
corresponding symbol and "CHECK INFO" are displayed.
4. Hold the button down.
If there are no Check Control messages, then "CHECK OK" is displayed. If a Check Control message has been stored, the corresponding message is displayed. 5. Briefly press the button to check for other
messages.
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Technology for driving comfort and safety
Park Distance Control PDC*
The concept PDC assists you with parking backwards. Acous- tic signals warn you of the presence of an object behind the vehicle. To measure the distance, there are four ultrasonic sensors in either bumper.
However, an acoustic warning does not sound until an object is approx. 24 in/
60 cm from the corner sensors, or approx. 5 ft/ 1.50 m from the center sensors.PDC is a parking aid that can indicate objects when they are approached slowly, as is usually the case when parking. Avoid approaching an object at high speed; otherwise, physical circumstances may lead to the system warning being issued too late.<
Automatic mode With the engine running or the ignition switched on, the system is activated automatically after approx. 1 second when you engage reverse gear or move the automatic transmission selector lever to position R. Wait this short period before driving.
Acoustic signals As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone sounds. If the distance remains constant, e.g. when driv- ing parallel to a wall, the acoustic signal stops after approx. 3 seconds.
Adjustments The volume of the acoustic signals can be adjusted, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio.
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Malfunction
Indicator lamp comes on: PDC has failed. Have the system checked. To avoid this problem, keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively. When using a high-pressure cleaner, do not direct the jet toward the sensors for lengthy periods and only spray from a distance of at least 4 in/10 cm.
System limitations
Even with PDC, final responsibility for esti- mating the distance between the vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver. Sensors, too, have blind spots in which objects cannot be detected. Moreover, ultra- sonic detection can reach its physical limits with objects such as trailer tow bars and couplings, thin and wedge-shaped objects, etc. Low objects already indicated, such as curbs, may enter the sensors' blind spots before or after a continuous audible signal is given. Higher, pro- truding objects, such as wall ledges, may not be detectable. Therefore, always drive cautiously; otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or property damage. Loud sound sources outside or inside the car can drown out the PDC signal.<
Driving stability control systems Your MINI has a number of systems that help to maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse driving conditions.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with driving stability control systems. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin by engaging
DSC also encompasses the following functions: > Antilock Brake System ABS > Electronic brake-force distribution EBV > Brake Assist > Cornering Brake Control CBC > Hill Assist
Deactivating DSC
Press the button repeatedly until the DSC indica- tor lamps come on. DSC is deactivated. Stabiliz- ing and propulsion promoting actions are no longer executed. When driving with snow chains or to 'rock free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off DSC for a brief period. To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible.
Activating DSC Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps go out.
For better control
If the indicator lamp flashes: The DSC controls the driving and break- ing forces. If the indicator lamps are on: DSC is deactivated.
in hazardous driving thereby running the risk of an accident.<
Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak- ing. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased. Braking safely, refer to page 85. Among others, ABS includes the following func- tions: > Cornering Brake Control CBC > Electronic brake-force distribution EBV > Brake Assist
Cornering Brake Control CBC Driving stability and steering characteristics are further enhanced while braking in turns or dur- ing a lane change.
Electronic brake-force distribution EBV The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.
Brake Assist Rapidly depressing the brake causes this system to automatically develop maximum braking force. Thus, the system helps keep braking dis- tance to a minimum. At the same time, all the benefits provided by ABS are exploited. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the duration of the full braking application.
Dynamic Stability Control DSC DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing traction when you pull away from rest or accel- erate. The system also recognizes unstable driv- ing conditions, for example if the rear of the car is about to swerve or if momentum is acting at an angle past the front wheels. In these cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through braking actions at the individual wheels.
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Deactivating both DTC and DSC
Press the button for at least 3 seconds: the DSC indicator lamps in the display elements come on. The Dynamic Traction Control DTC and Dynamic Stability Control DSC are both deacti- vated. There will be no more stabilizing inter- ventions. Interventions (differential lock*) in braking occur to improve propulsion when drive wheels are rotating unevenly, even when the DSC is deactivated.
Activating DSC Press the button again: the indicator lamps go out.
Hill Assist Hill Assist aids you in comfortably driving off on inclines. It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this. 1. Hold the MINI with the brake. 2. Release the brake and immediately drive
off.
Hill Assist holds the car in place for approx. 2 seconds after the brake is released.
Depending on the load and gradient, the vehicle can roll backward slightly during this period. After you release the brake, immedi- ately start driving since the Hill Assist only holds the vehicle for about 2 seconds, and it will start to roll backwards.<
Dynamic Traction Control DTC* DTC is a type of DSC that is propulsion optimized for special road conditions such as uncleared snowy roads. The system ensures maximum propulsion though with restricted driving stabil- ity. You therefore need to drive with suitable caution. In the following exceptional situations, it can be useful to briefly activate DTC: > when driving on snow-covered inclines, in
slush, or on uncleared snowy roads
> when rocking the vehicle free, driving out of
deep snow or on loose surfaces > when driving with snow chains
Activating DTC
Press the button: the DTC indicator lamps come on.
For better control
If the indicator lamp flashes: DTC controls the driving and breaking forces. If the indicator lamps are on: DTC is activated.
Deactivating DTC Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps go out.
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Functional requirement In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire, the system must be initialized for the cor- rect tire inflation pressure.
Each time you correct the pressure in a tire, or change a wheel or tire, the system
must be reinitialized.<
System limitations The Flat Tire Monitor is unable to warn the driver of sudden, severe tire damage caused by exter- nal factors, nor can it identify the gradual loss of pressure that will inevitably occur in all four tires over a lengthy period of time. In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in
the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration
> Snow chains are attached When the vehicle is driven with a space-saver spare tire*, page 121, the Flat Tire Monitor can- not function.
Initializing the system
The initialization is completed during driv- ing, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the initialization is con- tinued automatically. Do not initialize the system if you are driving with snow chains or a space-saver spare tire*.<
Sport button* Pressing the button causes your MINI to respond even more sportily. > Engine responds more spontaneously to
movements of the accelerator.
> Steering response is more direct. > Cooper S, John Cooper Works: the engine
sounds more sporty in coasting mode.
With automatic transmission: > More rapid gear shifting in Sport program.
Activating the system
Press the SPORT button. The LED lights up. SPORT is briefly displayed in the tachometer.
Deactivating the system > Press the SPORT button again. > Switch off the engine.
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
The concept The Flat Tire Monitor detects pressure loss in a tire by comparing the rotating speeds of the individual tires while moving. If a tire loses pressure, its rolling circumference changes, and this in turn alters the speed of rotation. This change is detected and is reported as a flat tire.
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