3. Lock the loading aid, refer to page 94.
Checking >The LED lights up during convertible top
operation until the opening or closing procedure is completely finished
>The LED flashes for approx. 60 seconds
after the button is released. The opening or closing procedure has not yet been completed. The procedure can be contin- ued in the desired direction by pressing the appropriate button
>The LED flashes rapidly. The convertible
top cannot be operated. The luggage compartment cover is not in its lower position, refer to page 94, or the loading aid is not correctly locked, refer to page 94.
Opening and closing the convertible top Observe the instructions and safety precau- tions described above. To open: While the vehicle is stationary, press but- ton 2 to open the sliding sunroof. Pressing the button again opens the convertible top. The side windows move down when the button for convertible top operation is pressed. The windows close again when you keep the button pressed for more than two sec- onds after the opening procedure is fin- ished and the LED has gone out.
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CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOF
Manual closing in the event of an electrical malfunction
Only close the convertible top manu- ally if it is absolutely necessary. Never open it manually. Improper handling of the convertible top can result in damage. The closing procedure must be completely fin- ished. Otherwise, damage or injury could result.<
secutive attempts to operate it, the con- vertible top system has overheated. Allow the system to cool down for approx. 20 minutes.<
If the battery is disconnected, e.g. for changing batteries or vehicle storage,
reinitialize the power windows, refer to page 32. Otherwise the windows will not be lowered when the convertible top is opened.<
Convenience operation For convenience operation using the remote control refer to page 26, for opera- tion via the door lock refer to page 27.
Interruption The automatic movement is immediately interrupted when the buttons for convert- ible top operation are released. The proce- dure can be continued in the desired direc- tion by pressing the appropriate buttons. If the opening or closing procedure is inter- rupted by releasing the respective button, the convertible top stays in its current posi- tion for several seconds before it slowly moves into a more stable position. The pro- cedure can be continued by pressing the appropriate button. Movement is also interrupted when there is a mechanical blockage. In this case, in order to operate the convertible top again: 1. Turn off the ignition and then switch it
on again
2. Press the button to continue the proce-
dure in the desired direction.
Opening and closing procedure
Do not interrupt and restart the clos- ing procedure several times one after another, or the convertible top mechanism could be damaged.<
If the convertible top can be moved in only one direction after several con-
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CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOF
Before closing 1. Fold the rear bench seat upward and remove the special hexagon wrench attached to it
1. Open the tailgate
2. Release the loading aid, refer to page 94
3. Remove the cover from the side panel on
the left-hand side
4. Using the screwdriver from the onboard
tool kit, refer to page 132, unscrew the screw, arrow, in the direction of the arrow by rotating it one and a half turns.
Releasing the convertible top
Depending on the vehicle model, it may also be necessary to release the
convertible top in order to close it.<
1. Press the lever with the hexagon wrench to release the convertible top, see arrow 1, and lift the side frame, see arrow 2. If necessary, insert an object between that side frame and the body to prevent the convertible top from locking again
2. Release the second side frame.
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CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOF WIND DEFLECTOR*
Closing the convertible top
If possible, close the convertible top with the help of a second person.<
1. Place both hands on the convertible top
on the respective side frame
2. Lift out both sides at the same time, and swing the convertible top forward onto the cowl
3. Inside the vehicle, use a screwdriver to
pry out the cover in the center of the roof.
To close the sliding sunroof 1. Insert the hexagon wrench into the des- ignated socket in the middle of the roof 2. Knock the hexagon wrench in the direc- tion of arrow 1 to uncouple the sliding sunroof mechanism. The hexagon wrench moves upwards
3. Turn the hexagon wrench in the direc-
tion of arrow 2.
To lock the convertible top Continue to turn the hexagon wrench until the convertible top is locked in place.
Please contact your MINI Dealer to have the electrical malfunction
repaired.<
With the convertible top open, the wind deflector keeps air movement in the pas- senger compartment to a minimum, thus providing you with a pleasant drive, even at higher speeds. The wind deflector comes folded in a protective pouch and can be stored in the luggage compartment.
Do not allow the wind deflector to come into contact with sharp objects, as the net could otherwise be damaged. Do not place any objects on the installed wind deflector. When storing the wind deflector in the luggage compartment, make sure that it cannot be damaged by other objects.<
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WIND DEFLECTOR*
Before installing
1. Take the wind deflector out of the pouch
2. Fold out the wind deflector, arrow 1
3. Press the locking device together until it
engages, arrow 2.
Installing and folding up 1. Slide out securing pins 1 and 2 on one
Removing 1. Fold down the upper part of the wind
side until they engage
deflector
2. Push back securing pin 1. To do so, turn
the handle forward, see arrow 1, and
push it back, see arrow 2
3. Push back securing pin 2 and remove the
wind deflector.
2. Insert the wind deflector with the secur- ing pins into the designated openings on the corresponding side of the vehicle
3. Slide securing pins 1 and 2 on the other side into the designated openings until they engage
4. Fold up the upper part of the wind
deflector.
If a seat is in its rearmost position, do not recline the backrest too far, oth-
erwise the wind deflector could be dam- aged.<
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WIND DEFLECTOR*
Collapsing
1. To unlock, push the handle of the secur-
ing pin on the side into its rearmost posi-
tion, see arrow 1
Adjusting screws The gap between the wind deflector and the side trim panel can be adjusted using the adjusting screw.
2. Collapse the wind deflector, see
arrows 2.
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SAFE SEATING POSITION
The ideal seating position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, relatively fatigue- free driving. Together with the safety belts and airbags, the seating position also plays an important role in providing occupants with maximum levels of passive safety in an accident. To ensure that the safety sys- tems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instruc- tions contained in the following section. For additional information about trans- porting children safely, refer to page 50.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate dis- tance between yourself and all of the airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by the rim with the hands at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions to keep any chance of injury to hands or arms to an absolute min- imum, should the airbag be deployed. No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the front passenger airbag cover as a storage surface for objects of any kind. 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 passenger airbag suddenly deployed.
Make sure that passengers do not lean their heads against the side or head airbag, as injuries could result if the side airbags were triggered.<
Even if all these instructions are followed, it cannot entirely be ruled out that in some circumstances injury may result from con- tact with the airbags. In sensitive individu- als, the ignition and inflation noise may induce a mild hearing loss that is usually temporary. For airbag locations and additional infor- mation on airbags, refer to page 79.
Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to the cervical spine in the event of an accident.
Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is centered roughly at ear level. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.<
Safety belt Fasten your safety belt before each drive. Airbags are an additional safety device and work in conjunction with the safety belts, but do not replace them. Your vehicle is
equipped with four seats, each of which is provided with a safety belt.
Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt. Never allow infants or small children to ride in a passen- ger'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 not twisted and sits as snugly as possible against the lap and shoulder. Otherwise the belt could slide over the hips and injure the abdomen in the event of a frontal collision. Avoid wear- ing bulky clothing and pull the belt in the upper-body area upward periodically to retension it. Otherwise, the restraining effect of the safety belt could be dimin- ished.<
For information on using the safety belts, refer to page 46.
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Important adjustment information
Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could
respond with an unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. While driving, do not recline the backrest too far toward the rear; this especially applies to the front passenger seat. Other- wise there is a risk that you will slide under the safety belt in an accident, thus reducing the protection provided by the safety belt.<
Comply with the instructions on head restraint height adjustment on page 44 and on damaged safety belts on page 47.
Longitudinal adjustment 1. Lift the handle 2. Push the seat into the desired position 3. After releasing the handle, apply pres-
sure to the seat to ensure that the latch engages securely.
Height adjustment 1. Upward:
pull the handle repeatedly, continuing until the seat reaches the desired height
2. Downward:
push the handle repeatedly, continuing until the seat reaches the desired height.
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT
HEAD RESTRAINTS
Lumbar support* You can adjust the contour of the backrest for additional support in the curvature of your spine's lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright posture. Turn the wheel. The curvature is increased or decreased.
Backrest tilt 1. Pull up the lever at the inside of the seat 2. Apply weight to or remove weight from
the backrest as required
3. Release the lever so that the backrest
locks into place.
Adjusting Upward: pull the head restraint Downward: press the button, see arrow 1, and push the head restraint downward. A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to the cervical spine in the event of an accident.
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HEAD RESTRAINTS
ENTRY TO THE REAR
Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is centered roughly at ear level. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. To avoid possible violation of traffic laws, never retract the head restraints unless the rear seats are empty. Always ensure that the head restraints are raised before trans- porting passengers in the rear seat.<
Removal 1. Pull up the head restraint as far as it will
go
2. Press the button, see arrow 1, while pull-
ing the head restraint all the way out.
Installation 1. Insert the head restraint into the guides 2. Adjust the head restraint.
Original position
Slide the seat back to its home posi- tion before folding back the backrest,
otherwise the seat is latched in at its cur- rent position. In this case, adjust the longi- tudinal position manually, refer to page 43.<
1. Push the seat back into its home posi-
tion
2. Fold the backrest back to the home posi-
tion to lock the seat.
When sliding the seat to the rear- most position, ensure that no one is injured and that no objects are damaged. Engage and lock both seats and backrests into position prior to driving; otherwise unexpected movement could increase the risk of an accident.<
Easy entry The Easy entry function includes a memory for the longitudinal seat and the backrest positions. 1. Push down the lever at the outside of
the seat, see arrow 1. The backrest folds forward automati- cally
2. Push the seat forward, see arrow 2.
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Safety belt reminder for the front seats The indicator lamp flashes or lights up. A signal also sounds. Check if the safety belts have been properly
fastened. The safety belt reminder is operational above a speed of approx. 5 mph / 8 km/h. The reminder can also occur if objects are on the front passenger seat.
To release 1. Press the red button in the belt buckle 2. Hold the belt 3. Guide the belt back into its reel.
Safety belt height adjustment in the MINI Press the button and at the same time push the entire unit upwards or downwards. Also observe the instructions on adjusting the seats on page 42.
Safety belt height in the MINI Convertible The seat belt height is adapted to your body size if you are sitting correctly.
SAFETY BELTS
Comply with the instructions on page 42, or the occupants' personal
safety will be diminished.< Make sure every occupant fastens his or her safety belt. Airbags are an additional safety device and work in conjunction with the safety belts, but do not replace them.
To close Make sure you hear the lock engage in the belt buckle.
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SAFETY BELTS
SEAT HEATING*
STEERING WHEEL
Damaged safety belts
If the safety belts are stressed or damaged due to an accident: have the belt system, including the seat-belt tensioners, replaced and the belt anchor- ages inspected. Have the necessary work carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a work- shop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifica- tions of the MINI manufacturer, otherwise correct operation of these safety systems is not ensured.<
Press once for each temperature level. The highest preselected temperature is set when two LEDs are lit.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving; other-
wise unexpected movement could increase the accident risk.<
To switch off: Press the button for a longer period.
Settings 1. Push the locking lever downward 2. Adjust the desired steering wheel posi-
tion
3. Pull the lever back in.
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Press the edge of the lens.
To fold the mirrors in or out* Press button 3. The mirrors can be folded in or out up to a road speed of approx. 20 mph / 30 km/h. This can be useful on narrow roads, for example, or to reset the mirrors to their correct positions after they have been folded in.
Automatic heating* Both mirrors are heated automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.
MIRRORS
Exterior mirrors
The front passenger's mirror is more concave than the driver's mirror. The
objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not gauge your dis- tance from following traffic based on what you see in the mirrors; otherwise there is an increased risk of an accident.<
Adjusting 1 Button for 4-way adjustment 2 Switch for choosing between the left and
right mirror
3 To fold the mirrors in or out*
To adjust manually The mirrors can also be adjusted manually:
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Interior rearview mirror To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night: Turn the knob.
Illuminated vanity mirror 1. Fold down the sun visor 2. Fold up the cover panel.
Sun visors Can be swung sideways. An additional sun visor is provided on the driver's side to better protect the driver from being blinded.
>Setting units for display of temperatures
specified for automatic climate control
system, refer to page 87
>Volume control PDC, refer to page 81
>Acoustic alarm for starting PDC activa-
tion, refer to page 81.
This symbol alerts you to Vehicle Memory functions in the Owner's
Manual.<
After memory functions have been reconfigured, your vehicle may oper-
ate slightly differently from the descrip- tions used in this Owner's Manual. If you decide to sell your vehicle one day, please remember to have the memory functions reset to their default configuration.<
VEHICLE MEMORY
How the system functions No doubt you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could configure your vehicle's various adjustment settings to meet your own personal requirements. In developing this vehicle, the manufac- turer of the MINI has incorporated a num- ber of options which can be programmed specifically for your vehicle.
What the system can do Your MINI Dealer can provide you with details on the capabilities of the Vehicle Memory system. Examples for Vehicle Memory: >Automatic locking if none of the vehicle
doors are opened, refer to page 26
>Automatic locking after starting to drive,
refer to page 28
>Selective central locking system, refer to
pages 26, 27
>Convenience operation, refer to
pages 26, 27
>Pathway lighting, refer to page 60
>Daytime running lamps, refer to page 61
>Speed-dependent windshield wipers,
refer to page 63
>Setting units for outside temperature
and fuel consumption display, refer to
page 70
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TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY
ger seat, the front and side airbags for the front passenger must be deactivated. Oth- erwise, there is a significant risk of injury to the child if the airbags deploy, even if the child is seated in a child-restraint system. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you.<
Installing child-restraint systems
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions when selecting, install- ing and using child-restraint systems; oth- erwise the system's protective effect could be diminished.<
For additional information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 79.
The proper place for children
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise they could
endanger themselves and others by open- ing the doors, for example.<
Children should always sit in the rear Accident research shows that the safest place for children is on the rear seats.
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 accident.<
Children 13 years of age or older must wear a fastened safety belt as soon as a child- restraint system is no longer suitable due to their age, size or weight. All of the seats in your MINI except for the driver's seat meet the recommendations of the SAE J1819 standard for securely mount- ing child-restraint systems in motor vehi- cles.
Exception for the front passenger seat Should it be necessary to use a child- restraint system on the front passen-
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TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY
Child-restraint systems with tether strap As an example, the illustration shows the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER S. There are two additional anchors for child- restraint systems with tether straps.
Guiding the tether strap 1. Slide the head restraint up 2. Guide the tether strap through the
mounting for the head restraint
3. Push the head restraint into its lower-
most position.
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 systems.
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 seat belt buckle 2. Remove the child-restraint system 3. Allow the belt strap to retract all the
way.
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TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY
LATCH child-restraint fixing system LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil- dren. The anchor points for the LATCH child- restraint fixing system are behind the marked cover caps. Flip up the correspond- ing cover caps.
To mount a LATCH child-restraint sys- tem, follow the system manufac-
turer's operating and safety instructions.<
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IGNITION LOCK
0 Steering locked 1 Steering unlocked 2 Ignition switched on 3 Starting the engine
Steering locked The key can be inserted or removed in this position only. To lock the steering: 1. Remove the key 2. Turn the steering wheel slightly to the
left or right until the lock engages.
An alarm goes off if the key remains in the ignition after opening the driver's door. Interlock for automatic transmission with Steptronic:
To turn the key back to the 0 position or to remove it, first move the selector lever to position P.
Steering unlocked Individual electrical accessories are ready for operation. You will find that it is often easier to turn the ignition key from position 0 to position 1 when you move the steering wheel slightly to help disengage the lock.
Ignition switched on All electrical accessories are ready for oper- ation.
Starting the engine
Vehicles with manual transmission: step on the clutch when starting the vehicle. A lockout prevents the engine from starting if the clutch is not depressed.<
STARTING THE ENGINE
Do not allow the engine to run in enclosed spaces. Breathing the nox-
ious exhaust gases can lead to uncon- sciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running. This is a safety hazard. Before getting out of the vehicle with the engine running, put the transmission in idle or position P, and apply the parking brake. If you fail to do this, the vehicle could move.<
Do not let the engine warm up with the vehicle at a standstill. Move off immedi- ately at a moderate engine speed.
Do not stop the starting procedure too early, and do not continue it for
more than approx. 20 seconds. Release the ignition key immediately when the engine starts. Extended starting attempts, characterized by excessively frequent or long periods with the starter engaged, can lead to dam- age in the catalytic converter.<
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STARTING THE ENGINE
SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE PARKING BRAKE
You should never remove the ignition key when the vehicle is in motion, as
the steering lock could engage. When you leave the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and engage the steering lock. When parking on inclines, engage the park- ing brake, or the vehicle could roll.<
Manual transmission Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.
Automatic transmission with Steptronic Engage selector lever position P, turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.
Manual transmission 1. Engage the parking brake 2. Gearshift lever in idle position 3. Depress the clutch 4. Start the engine.
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 1. Press the footbrake 2. Put the selector lever in position P or N 3. Start the engine.
Special starting conditions In the following situations, depress the accelerator pedal halfway and continue starting the engine for up to approx. 10 seconds: >If the engine does not start on the first
attempt, for instance if the engine is very hot or cold.
>The engine is started at very low temper- atures, below approx. +57/–156, at high altitudes above 3,300 ft/1000 m.
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The parking brake is designed primarily to prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is parked. It operates against the rear wheels.
To engage Lever automatically locks in position. The indicator lamp in the instrument clus- ter lights up from ignition key position 2, refer to page 17.
To release 1. Pull up slightly 2. Press the button 3. Push the lever downwards.
If, in exceptional circumstances, it should be necessary to engage the
parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull the lever with excessive
PARKING BRAKE
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
force. Keep your thumb pressed against the release button while pulling the lever up carefully. Otherwise, excessive force could lead to overbraking and loss of traction, i.e. fish- tailing, at the rear axle.<
To avoid corrosion and one-sided braking, apply the parking brake
lightly from time to time when coasting to a standstill, for instance at a traffic light, provided that it is safe to do so. The brake lamps do not come on when the parking brake is engaged.<
6-speed transmission*
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, press the gearshift lever to the right. Otherwise, the engine could be damaged by accidentally engaging 3rd or 4th gear.<
Reverse gear Before selecting reverse gear, ensure the vehicle is stationary; then, fully depress the clutch and pause briefly before moving the gearshift lever into position. 5-speed transmission: Press the gearshift lever to the right and to the back. 6-speed transmission: Press the gearshift lever towards the left. Thereby overcome the slight resistance and press forward.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC*
In addition to the fully automatic mode, you can shift gears manually using Step- tronic, refer to page 57.
Selector lever positions P R N D M/S + –
Range selection >The selector lever can be moved out of position P when the ignition is switched on or the engine is running: interlock.
>While the vehicle is stationary and
before shifting out of P or N, depress the footbrake in order to disengage the selector lever's lock mechanism: shift- lock. Keep your foot on the brake until start- ing off, otherwise the vehicle will start to move when a drive position is engaged.
A lock prevents the selector lever from acci- dentally being moved to the R or P posi- tions. To override the lock, press the button on the front of the selector lever knob, see arrow.
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If the engine speed is too high when the vehicle is at a standstill, the selec-
tor lever is also blocked to protect the transmission. If the selector lever is not placed in position P when the vehicle is parked, the position display of the selector lever stays on. This can lead to battery discharge.<
P Park Select only when the vehicle is completely stopped. The transmission locks to prevent the drive wheels from turning.
R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is completely stopped.
N Neutral: idle Select this when you are in a car wash, for example. The vehicle can roll.
D Drive: automatic driving position This position is designed for driving under all normal operating conditions. Under normal operation conditions, fuel consumption is lowest when you drive in position D.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC*
Kickdown Kickdown can be used to achieve maxi- mum vehicle performance. Press the accelerator pedal past the increased resistance point at the full-throt- tle position.
Available displays P R N D SD M1 to M6 EP
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M/S + – Manual mode and Sport program Switch from D to M/S + –: Sport program is activated and SD appears in the gear indicator in the speedometer. Press selector lever once: This switches from the Sport program to the manual mode.
In order to accelerate rapidly in the M/S + – Manual mode and in the Sport program, e.g. when passing, shift downwards manually or by kickdown.<
Whenever you want to return to automatic shifting, just move the selector lever toward the left to position D.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC*
Switching from M/S + – Manual mode into the selector lever positions P, R and N is only possible via D.
Shifting with the selector lever >Briefly press the selector lever in the +
direction: Transmission shifts up
>Briefly press the selector lever in the –
direction: Transmission shifts down.
M1 to M6 appear in the gear indicator.
In the MINI COOPER S, with the selec- tor lever in position D, automatic
mode, you can shift gears using the shift paddles on the steering wheel. The trans- mission automatically switches to manual mode. If you do not shift gears with the shift paddles or accelerate for a certain amount of time, the transmission auto- matically returns to automatic mode.<
Malfunction EP appears on the display. The transmission system is malfunctioning. Avoid high loads. All selector lever positions can still be engaged; in the forward driving positions, however, the vehicle can only be driven with a limited gear selection. Have the system checked immediately. Jump-starting and towing, refer to page 146 ff.
Shifting on the steering wheel* The shift paddles allow the gears to be changed rapidly and, above all, safely, since both hands can remain on the steering wheel. To shift up or down with one of the two shift paddles: >Pull the shift paddle:
Transmission shifts up >Press the shift paddle:
Transmission shifts down.
M1 to M6 appear in the gear indicator. The transmission will execute only gear changes that result in a plausible combina- tion of vehicle speed and engine rpm, e.g. it will not shift down if that would result in excessive engine speed.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC*
Overriding the selector lever lock Should the selector lever remain stuck in position P even when you press the button on the selector lever, the selector lever lock can be overridden: 1. Pull the ring with the sleeve upward, see
arrows 1
2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever
so that the sleeve is inside out
3. Press release lever 2 forward in the
direction of travel while engaging the desired position, such as N.
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PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS
1 Parking lamps 2 Low beams 3 Automatic headlamp control*
Parking lamps
Turn the light switch to position 1. The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on.
For the additional option of activating the lights on one side of the vehicle for parking, refer to Switching on the standing lamps, page 60.
The parking lamps discharge the bat- tery.
Avoid using them for longer periods of time; otherwise, you may not be able to start the engine.<
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Low beams
Turn the light switch to position 2. With the low beams on and with the ignition switched off, only the
parking lamps will remain on.
Automatic headlamp control*
In switch position 3, the system automatically activates and can- cels the low beams in response to changes in ambient light, for example in tunnels, at dusk, and when there is precipi- tation. When driving into a tunnel with bright overhead lights, there may be a delay before the low beams come on. The low beams may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a blue sky.
cle lights should be switched on. For exam- ple, the sensors are not able to detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks, you should respond to these kinds of low-visi- bility situations by switching the head- lamps on manually.<
You can have the sensitivity of your vehicle's automatic headlamp con-
trol adjusted.<
Pathway lighting If you activate the headlamp flasher after having switched off the engine and the lights, the low beams will stay lit for a pre- set period of time.
You can have this function pro- grammed.<
When you switch on the fog lamps, the low-beam headlamps remain on regardless of the ambient light. When the daytime running lamps are activated, refer to page 61, the low beams come on and remain lit when the switch is in position 1 and the ignition is switched on.<
Switching on the standing lamps For parking, you can activate lights on one side of the vehicle. Observe local laws. In ignition key position 0: Move the lever to the adequate turn signal indicator position.
Automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's judgement in determining when the vehi-
The standing lamps discharge the battery. Avoid using them for longer
PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR/HEADLAMP FLASHER
periods of time; otherwise, you may not be able to start the engine.<
'Lights on' warning If the lights have not been switched off and the ignition key is in position 0, an acoustic signal sounds for a few seconds when you open the driver's door to remind you that the lights have not been switched off.
Daytime running lamps* If convenient, the light switch can be left in position 2. When the ignition is switched off, the external lights go out.
You can have this function activated/ deactivated.<
1 Turn signal indicators 2 High beams/Headlamp flasher
To signal briefly Gently push the lever up to the point of resistance and hold it there, if necessary.
The indicator lamp flashes and the relay clicks faster than normal: flash-
ing bulb has failed.<
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INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
FOG LAMPS
INTERIOR LAMPS
Switching the interior light in the MINI on and off manually Press button 1 briefly.
Permanently turn off interior light: Press button 1 until the interior light comes on for a short while. Press button 1 to revert to normal opera- tion.
To control the instrument lighting, press the button.
Brighter display Press the button until the desired bright- ness is achieved.
Dimmer display Press the button briefly. With each brief pressing of the button, the illumination is dimmed step by step.
With the parking lamps/low beams switched on: Briefly press the switch upward or down- ward. Tap it again to switch off.
Fog lamps*
The parking lamps or low beams must be on. The green LED in the switch lights up.
The fog lamps are on.
Rear fog lamp*
The low beams must be on. The yellow LED in the switch lights up. The rear fog lamp is on.
Observe all legal regulations concerning the use of fog lamps.
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INTERIOR LAMPS
WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM
Switching the interior light in the MINI Convertible on and off manually Press button 1 briefly.
Permanently turn off interior light: Press button 1 until the interior light comes on for a short while. Press button 1 to revert to normal opera- tion.
Switching the reading lamps on and off Press button 2.
0 Wipers parked 1 Intermittent operation or rain sensor 2 Normal wiper speed 3 Fast wiper speed 4 Brief wipe 5 Clean windshield and headlamps
Intermittent operation Not on vehicles with rain sensor. The interval time for the wipers is depen- dent on the vehicle speed.
Rain sensor* The rain sensor is located on the wind- shield, directly in front of the interior rear- view mirror. When the rain sensor is activated, the
windshield wipers are automatically con- trolled depending on the amount of mois- ture, including snow, on the windshield.
To activate the rain sensor: Lever in position 1. The wipers will move once across the wind- shield. To deactivate the rain sensor: Lever in position 0.
Switch the rain sensor off when pass- ing through an automatic car wash.
Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.<
Normal wiper speed When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers switch automatically to intermittent wip- ing.
You can have this function activated/ deactivated.<
Fast wiper speed When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers switch automatically to normal wiper speed.
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WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM
WASHER FLUID
You can have this function activated/ deactivated.<
Cleaning windshield and headlamps∗ The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield. The wipers are automatically activated for a brief period. When the vehicle lighting is on, the head- lamps are also cleaned at appropriate inter- vals.
Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield. For this reason, use anti- freeze, refer to page 65. Do not use the washers if the fluid reservoir is empty, as the washer pump will other- wise be damaged.<
Heated windshield washer jets* The windshield washer jets are heated automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.
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Rear window wiper* 6 Intermittent mode:
Turn the cap to position 6. The rear window wiper moves across the window a number of times before switching to intermittent operation
Cleaning the rear window* 7 During intermittent mode:
Turn the cap to position 7 and keep it there
8 Wipers in neutral position:
Turn the cap to position 8 and keep it there.
Headlamp* and window washer systems The capacity of the headlamp washer sys- tem is approx. 2.6 quarts/2.5 liters, that of the windshield and rear window washer system approx. 2.4 quarts/2.3 liters. Fill with water and, if necessary, with anti- freeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations.
We recommend that you mix the washer fluid before filling either res-
ervoir.<
Antifreeze agent for the washer sys- tems is flammable. Always keep it well away from sparks and open flames, and store it in tightly closed original con- tainers well out of the reach of children.
WASHER FLUID
Always observe the instructions on the con- tainers.<
Washer fluid level The yellow LED in the wiper control lever lights up when the washer fluid level is too low. In the following situations, the LED flashes for approx. 10 seconds when the washer fluid level has dropped to a minimum: >When cleaning the windshield and head- lamps by pulling the wiper control lever
>When the ignition is switched on >When starting the engine
CRUISE CONTROL*
On the multifunction sports steering wheel Above approx. 20 mph / 30 km/h the cruise control maintains and stores any desired speed.
Do not use cruise control when unfa- vorable conditions make it inadvis- able to drive at a constant speed. Other- wise, the vehicle could go out of control and an accident could be caused. Unfavor- able conditions include, for example, twist- ing roads, high traffic density, or adverse road conditions such as snow, rain, ice, or loose surfaces.<
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CRUISE CONTROL*
To activate via the multifunction sports steering wheel 1. Start the engine 2. Press button 2. The indicator lamp in the instrument clus- ter lights up. Cruise control is active.
To deactivate Press button 2 repeatedly until the indica- tor lamp goes out. The cruise control is deactivated when the ignition key is turned to position 0. The stored speed is cleared.
To maintain, store and increase speed Press button 3.
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To cancel the cruise control The cruise control is automatically can- celed: >When the brakes are applied >When the clutch is depressed >If the cruising speed is either exceeded or not met for an extended length of time, for example if you press the accelerator pedal and exceed the stored speed
>When ASC or DSC is in action. The indicator lamp stays lit. You can use the cruise control again as required. On the multifunction steering wheel, the cruise control can be interrupted manually: When the system is activated, press button 2.
To continue cruise control Press button 1. The vehicle accelerates to and maintains the last speed stored.
The system maintains and stores the cur- rent vehicle speed. Every time you tap the button, the speed increases by approx. 1 mph / 2 km/h.
Press and hold button 3. The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal. When you release the button, the system maintains and stores the current speed.
If, on a downhill grade, the engine braking effect is not sufficient, the controlled speed can be exceeded. Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine out- put is insufficient.<
To maintain, store and decrease speed Press button 4. If you are already driving with active cruise control, the speed is decreased by approx. 1 mph / 2 km/h every time you tap the but- ton.
Press and hold button 4. With the cruise control active, the system automatically reduces the throttle opening to slow the vehicle. When you release the button, the system maintains and stores the current speed.
ODOMETER
CLOCK
FUEL GAUGE
1 Trip odometer/clock 2 Odometer
Trip odometer/clock To switch between the trip odometer and the clock: Press the button. To reset the trip odometer to zero: Press the button until the trip odometer shows zero. To set the clock, refer to the information below.
Odometer When the ignition key is not in the ignition lock, you can activate the displays shown in the illustration by pressing the button in the display elements.
Setting The clock must be shown on the display. 1. If necessary, press button 1 to display
the clock
2. Press button 1 for approx. 5 seconds to
activate the clock-setting mode
3. Press button 1 to select 12-hour or
24-hour mode
4. Wait approx. 5 seconds until the hours
display is shown
5. Press button 1 to set the hour 6. Wait approx. 5 seconds until the min-
utes display is shown
7. Press button 1 to set the minute. The time entered is stored automatically after approx. 1 minute.
In the speedometer or Cockpit Chrono Pack* If the LED begins to be lit continuously, there are approx. 2.1 gallons/8 liters of fuel left in the tank. Fuel tank capacity: Approx. 13.2 gallons/50 liters. When you switch on the ignition, the LED lights up briefly to confirm that the system is operational. If the angle of the vehicle varies, for exam- ple when you are driving in mountainous areas, the needle may fluctuate slightly.
Refill the gas tank early. If you drive to the last drop of fuel, engine func- tions are not guaranteed and damage can occur.<