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nents, brake dust shields, telephones, including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna, or transceiver equipment, for instance, CBs, walkie-talkies, ham radios or similar acces- sories, may cause extensive damage to the vehi- cle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the validity of the MINI Limited Warranty. See your MINI dealer for additional information.<


Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems


may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any certified automotive part.<


California Proposition 65 warning California law requires us to issue the following warning:


Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts,


including components found in the interior fur- nishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.<


If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or MINI of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar. gov; or write to: administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov


For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may tele- phone the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca/ roadsafety


Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly. Your MINI is covered by the following warran- ties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty > Federal Emissions Performance Warranty > California Emission Control System Limited


Warranty


Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and designed to meet the particular operating con- ditions and homologation requirements in your country and continental region in order to deliver the full driving pleasure while the vehicle is operated under those conditions. If you wish to operate your vehicle in another country or region, you may be required to adapt your vehi- cle to meet different prevailing operating condi- tions and registration requirements. You should also be aware of any applicable warranty limita- tions or exclusions for such country or region. In such a case, please contact Customer Relations for further information.


Reporting safety defects


For US customers The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, in addition to notifying MINI of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831- 1117.


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AT A GLANCE


AT A GLANCE


CONTROLS


DRIVING TIPS


COMMUNICATIONS


MOBILITY


REFERENCE


Cockpit


Around the steering wheel: Controls and displays


High beams 68
Headlamp flasher 42
Roadside parking lamps* 68


Computer* 48


1 Adjusting the exterior mirrors, folding them


in and out* 33


Parking lamps 66


Low beams 66


Automatic headlamp control* 66
Adaptive Light Control* 68


Turn signals 42


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3 Tachometer 12


Instrument lighting 69


Resetting the trip odometer 47


Wiper system 43


Switching the ignition on/off and starting/stopping the engine 38


6 Ignition lock 38
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 the radio station Selecting a music track Scrolling through the redial list


8 Horn: the entire surface 9 Adjusting the steering wheel 34
10 Releasing the hood 117


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Displays


1 Tachometer 47


with indicator and warning lamps 13


2 Display for


> Current vehicle speed 47
> Indicator and warning lamps 13


3 Resetting the trip odometer 47
4 Display for


5 Instrument lighting 69
6 Speedometer


with indicator and warning lamps 13


7 Fuel gauge 47
8 Radio display, refer to separate Owner's


Manual


9 Radio, refer to separate Owner's Manual


> Outside temperature 47
> Position of automatic transmission* 40
> Computer* 48
> Date of next scheduled service, and remaining distance to be driven 51


> Odometer and trip odometer 47
> Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor* 58
> Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor* 60
> Settings and information 49
> Personal Profile settings 18


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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 141.


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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 64


Reading lamps* 70


Rear window defroster


Windshield heating*


Air flow rate


Color of ambient lighting* 70


8 Switches in the center console


Seat heating* 32


Power windows 28


Rear fog lamp* 69


Fog lamps* 69


Central locking system, inside 22


9 AUX-IN port, USB audio interface* 78
10 Driving stability control systems


> Dynamic Stability Control DSC 56
> Dynamic Traction Control DTC* 57


11 Sport button* 58


Glass sunroof, electric* 27


Interior lamps 70


4 Hazard warning flashers 5 Speedometer 12
6 Radio/CD, refer to separate owner's manual 7 Air conditioner or automatic climate


control* 71


Temperature


Recirculated-air mode


Air distribution for air conditioner


Air distribution to the windshield*


Air distribution to the upper body area*


Air distribution to the footwell*


Automatic air distribution and flow rate*


Maximum cooling*


Cooling function


Defrosting windows*


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AT A GLANCE


CONTROLS


CONTROLS


DRIVING TIPS


COMMUNICATIONS


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 121.


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 42


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> Settings for the displays in the speedometer


and tachometer: > 12h/24h mode of the clock, refer to For-


mats and units of measure 50


> Date format, refer to Formats and units


of measure 50


> Units of measure for fuel consumption, distance covered/remaining distances and temperature, refer to Formats and units of measure 50


> 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:


> Adjusting volume levels, refer to separate


owner's manual


> Adjusting tone, refer to separate 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 signal


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 tilted.


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 signal


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 area. 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 signal


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.


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 To facilitate entry into the rear seat, insert the seat belt into the belt receptacle, arrow.


5. Press and hold the button until the display


changes.


6. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol, arrow.


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.


7. Press and hold the button until the display


changes.


8. Briefly press the button to select:


The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle after some time if no door has been opened.


Closing First close the Clubdoor, followed by the right- hand front door.


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Splitdoor


Alarm system*


To avoid damage, make sure there is suf- ficient clearance before opening the Split-


door.<


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 and hold the button in the handle or the button of the remote control. The Split- door 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.


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The concept The alarm system, when activated, reacts if: > 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.


> In duplex garages > When being transported on car-carrying


trains, ferries or trailers


> If pets are to remain inside the car


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 sunroof*.


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:


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.


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 area after the Splitdoor is closed, the Splitdoor will reopen slightly. The hazard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal* sounds.<


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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 recycling center 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.<


Tilting > Press the switch backward to the resistance


point and hold it there. Both glass sunroofs are tilted. Releasing the switch stops the movement.


> With the ignition switched on, press the switch backward beyond the resistance point. Both closed sunroofs are tilted fully. Pressing again stops the movement.


Opening, closing With the ignition switched on and the glass sun- roof tilted, 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 tilted posi- tion. The rear glass sunroof is tilted. 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 windows, etc., prevents you from closing the windows normally, the window can be closed manually. 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 tilted. 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 downward.


The window opens until you release the switch.


> Tap the switch downward.


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 63.


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.


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Seats


Height


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. 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 30 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.


Pull up or push down the lever repeatedly, arrows 1, until the desired height is reached, arrows 2.


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.


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Getting in back


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


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.


Return seat to original position The driver's seat has a mechanical memory function for the forward/back setting and the backrest adjustment. 1. Slide the seat to return to its starting posi-


tion.


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 backward, 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.<


To raise: pull up. To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and slide the head restraint down.


Removing

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