2009 Mini Cooper Convertible Owners Manual

Opening and closing the sliding sunroof

To open: Press the switch backward until the desired posi- tion or the end position is reached. To close: Press the switch forward. The sliding sunroof can be operated up to a road speed of 74 mph / 120 km/h.

Power convertible top The fully automatic convertible top provides protection from the weather, combined with simple and easy operation. So that you can get the most enjoyment out of your MINI Convertible, here are some helpful tips: > It is recommended that you close the con-

vertible top whenever the vehicle is parked. The closed convertible top not only protects the vehicle interior from damage due to unforeseen bad weather, but also provides a certain degree of protection against theft Always keep your valuables inside the locked luggage compartment, even if the convertible top is closed.

> Do not mount any roof rack systems on the

convertible top.

Do not leave a wet convertible top open for more than one day, since the humidity may cause damages. Do not place any objects on the convertible top, as they could otherwise fall off while the con- vertible top is being operated and result in prop- erty damage or personal injury. If the rollover protective system is extended, do not operate the convertible top. Always completely finish the operation of the convertible top. Driving off before an opening or closing procedure is completely finished can lead to property damage or personal injury. Do not reach into the moving parts during the opening and closing procedure. Keep children away from the pivoting range of the convertible top. For safety reasons, only operate the convertible top while the vehicle is standing.<

While opening and closing, the convertible top pivots upward. If operating the con-

vertible top inside a garage or under a bridge, or similar low structure, ensure the minimum clear- ance is 2 m, otherwise the vehicle may be dam- aged.<

Before opening and closing > Please observe the previous safety instruc-

tions.

> Please ensure the luggage compartment

roll-up cover is in its lowest position, refer to page 93, otherwise the convertible top can- not be opened.

> Ensure the cargo does not push against the

luggage compartment roll-up cover from below.

> When opening the wet convertible top, e.g.,

> Ensure the tailgate is closed.

after driving in the rain, water drops may enter the luggage compartment. In order to avoid water stains or soiling, remove all objects from the luggage compartment, if necessary.

If the temperature drops below +10 7/–12 6 , do not operate the

convertible top, otherwise damages may occur.

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Opening and closing the convertible top

Interruption

To open: Press the switch backward in order to open the sliding/tilting sunroof. Pressing the button again opens the convertible top. To close: Press the switch forward.

Operating while driving The convertible top may be opened or closed while driving not faster than 20 mph/30 km/h. While operating the convertible top, pay close attention to the surrounding traffic, otherwise an accident may happen. Try to avoid operating the convertible top while reversing the vehicle since the rear view is very limited during the convertible top's movement. Do not operate the convertible top when driving on winding and rough roads or during windy condi- tions.<

For better control > The LED lights up during convertible top

operation until the opening or closing pro- cedure is completely finished.

> The LED flashes after releasing the switch. The opening or closing procedure has not yet been completed. The procedure can be continued in the desired direction by press- ing the appropriate button.

> The indicator lamp Convertible top not

locked, refer to page 141, lights up.

A convertible top which is not completely open or closed is hazardous.<

The automatic movement is immediately inter- rupted when the button for the convertible top operation is released. The procedure can be continued in the desired direction by pressing the appropriate button If the opening or closing procedure is inter- rupted by releasing the respective button, the convertible top stays in its current position for several seconds before it slowly moves into a more stable position. The procedure can be con- tinued by pressing the appropriate button. The opening and closing procedure is also inter- rupted in case of 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 procedure

in the desired direction.

Opening and closing procedure

Do not interrupt and restart the closing 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 consecutive attempts to operate it, the convertible top sys- tem has overheated. Allow the system to cool down for approx. 4 minutes.<

If the battery was disconnected, e.g. for changing batteries or vehicle storage,

reinitialize the power windows, refer to page 29. Otherwise the windows cannot be lowered or the convertible top cannot be opened.<

Convenient operation For convenience operation using the remote control refer to page 19, for operation via the door lock refer to page 22.

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Manual closing in the event of an electrical malfunction

Only close the convertible top manually 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 finished. Otherwise, dam- age or injury could result.<

Before closing 1. Remove allen key and screwdriver from

vehicle tools, refer to page 128.

2. Pry out luggage compartment lamp from

the left side trim using the screwdriver.

3. Use the screwdriver and turn the gold-col- ored screw, see arrow, one and a half turns in the direction of the arrow.

Releasing the convertible top 1. Push cover panel forward, see arrow 1. 2.

In order to unlock the convertible top use the allen key to loosen the screws of the locking devices, see arrows 2.

Closing the convertible top 1. Place both hands on the convertible top on

the respective side frame.

2. Lift out both sides at the same time, and swing

3.

the convertible top forward onto the cowl. 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 recess in the center of the roof and push upward, see arrow 1.

2. Turn the hexagon wrench in the direction of

arrow 2.

3. Open both locking mechanisms and remove

4.

the locking pieces. Insert the pins into the respective recess in the cowl, see arrow.

3. Release the second side frame.

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To lock the convertible top Turn hexagon wrench in the opposite direction of arrow 2 until the convertible top is securely locked.

3. On the opposite side of the vehicle, insert

the retaining pin 1 into the opening, pushing against the spring load.

4. Push out retaining pin 2 on one side until it

Please contact your MINI Dealer to have the electrical malfunction repaired.<

engages.

Wind deflector* With the convertible top open, the wind deflec- tor keeps air movement in the passenger com- partment to a minimum, thus providing you with a more pleasant drive, even at higher speeds.

Before installing 1. Take the wind deflector out of the pouch. 2. Unfold the wind deflector, see arrows 1.

5. Fold up the upper part of the wind deflector. If a seat is in its rearmost position, do not recline the backrest too far, otherwise the

wind deflector could be damaged.<

Removing and folding Remove the deflector following the reverse sequence.

3. Press the locking device together until it

engages, see arrow 2.

Installing and folding up

Push the release lever towards the center of the wind deflector and fold both halves together.

1. Push out retaining pin 2 on one side until it

2.

engages. Insert wind deflector with retaining pins into the openings 1 and 2 on that side of the vehicle.

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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 40.

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 is to come between the air- bags 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 passengers do not lean their heads against the side airbags, otherwise seri- ous injuries could result if the airbags suddenly deployed.< 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 70.

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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 36.

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.

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 clothing and regularly pull the belt in the upper-body area taut, otherwise its restraining effect could be impaired.< Safety belts, refer to page 37.

Seats

Note before adjusting

Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could

respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. 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 36 and on damaged safety belts on page 38.

Seat adjustment

Observe the instructions on page 34 to ensure the best possible personal protec-

tion.<

Longitudinal adjustment Pull the lever, arrow 1, and slide the seat to the desired position, arrows 2. After releasing the lever, move the seat gently forward or back to make sure it engages prop- erly.

Height

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.

Entry to the rear

Convenient entry The convenient entry feature includes a mechanical memory function for the longitudi- nal adjustment and backrest angle.

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Height adjustment

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

Removing

MINI: Front 1. Pull up as far as it will go. 2. Fold the backrest forward slightly. 3. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint

out as far as it will go.

4. Fold back the backrest.

MINI Convertible: Front 1. Pull up as far as it will go. 2. Fold the backrest forward slightly. 3. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint

out as far as it will go.

4. Additionally press button 2 and pull the

head restraint out completely.

5. Fold back the backrest.

1. Pull up the lever on the seat backrest,

arrow 1. The backrest folds forward.

2. Move the seat forward by pushing on the

backrest, arrow 2.

Previous position 1. Push the seat back into its previous position. Do not fold the backrest up until the seat is in its previous position. Other- wise, the seat will engage in its current posi- tion. In this case, adjust the longitudinal position manually, page 35.<

2. Fold the backrest back up to lock the seat.

When moving the seat backwards, ensure that you do not cause personal injury or

property damage. Before driving off, engage the front seats and seat backrests. Otherwise there is a risk of acci- dent due to unexpected movement.<

Head restraints 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. Only remove a head restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in question. Reinstall the head restraint before transporting anyone on that seat. Otherwise, the passenger will be without protection from the head restraint.<

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Rear 1. Pull up as far as it will go. 2. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint

out completely.

Front and rear seats

Seat heating*

Closing Make sure you hear the lock engage in the belt buckle. The upper belt anchor is suitable for adults of any stature as long as the seat is adjusted prop- erly, page 34.

Switching on Press once for each temperature level. Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature. If you continue driving within the next 15 min- utes, the seat heating is automatically activated at the previously set temperature. The temperature is lowered or the heating is switched off entirely to save on battery power. The LEDs stay lit.

Opening 1. Grasp the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the buckle. 3. Guide the belt into its reel.

MINI Convertible: rear belt guide

Please ensure that the belt guide loop, arrow, is locked when putting on the rear

seat belts.<

Switching off Press button longer.

Safety belts

Observe the instructions on page 34 to ensure the best possible personal protec-

tion.< Before every drive, make sure that all occupants wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute.

Seat belt reminder

Front seats

The indicator lamps come on and an acoustic signal sounds.Check whether the safety belt has been fastened cor- rectly. The 'Fasten safety belts'

reminder is issued when the driver's safety belt has not been fastened. The 'Fasten safety belts'

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reminder is also activated at road speeds above approx. 5 mph or 8 km/h if the front passenger's safety belt has not been fastened, if objects are placed on the front passenger seat, or if driver or front passenger unfasten their safety belts.

Damage to safety belts

If the safety belts are damaged or stressed in an accident: have the safety belt system

and its seat-belt tensioners replaced and the belt anchors checked. Have this work carried out only by a MINI Dealer or by a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accor- dance with the specifications of the MINI manu- facturer, otherwise correct operation of these safety systems is not ensured.<

Folding mirrors in and out* Turn the knob beyond the pressure point in direction 2. The mirrors can be folded in at road speeds up to approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. This can be beneficial in narrow streets, for example, or for moving mirrors that were folded in by hand back out into their correct positions.

Automatic heating* At outside temperatures below a certain limit, both exterior mirrors are automatically heated while the engine is running or the ignition switched on.

Interior rearview mirror

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors

The front passenger's mirror is more con- vex than the driver's mirror. The objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not gauge your distance from traffic behind you on the basis of what you see in the mirror; otherwise there is an increased risk of an acci- dent.<

To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night: Turn the knob.

Interior mirror, automatic dimming*

1 Adjusting the left or right exterior mirror 2 Folding mirrors in and out*

Manual adjustment The mirrors can also be adjusted manually: press the edge of the glass.

The automatic dimming feature of the interior rearview mirror* is controlled by two photo cells in the mirror. One photo cell is in the mirror frame, arrow; the other is on the back of the mir- ror.

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In order to ensure that the system functions cor- rectly, keep the photo cells clean, do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and windshield, and do not affix adhesive labels or stickers of any kind to the windshield directly in front of the mirror.

Steering wheel

Adjustments

Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion, otherwise there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected move- ment.<

1. Fold the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred

distance and angle to suit your seated posi- tion.

3. Swing the lever back up.

Do not use force to swing the lever back up, otherwise the mechanism

will be damaged.<

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Transporting children safely

The right place for children

Child-restraint systems, installation

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they could endanger

Observe the child-restraint system manu- facturer's instructions when selecting,

themselves and/or other persons by opening the doors, for example.<

installing and using child-restraint systems. Other- wise the protective effect may be diminished.<

Children should always sit in the rear Accident research has shown that the safest place for children is on the rear seat.

Only transport children under the age of 13 or smaller than 5 ft/150 cm in the rear in a child-restraint system suitable for their age, weight and size. Otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.< Children 13 years of age or older must be buck- led in with a safety belt as soon as there no longer is any child-restraint system that is appropriate for their age, size and weight.

Only install child seats in the rear when the rear seat backrest is folded all the way

back and engaged. Otherwise there will be an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci- dent.<

Exception for front passenger seat

Front passenger airbags

Should it be necessary to use a child- restraint system on the front passenger

seat, the front and side airbags must be deacti- vated. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury to the child if the airbags deploy, even if the child is seated in a child-restraint system.< For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 71.

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On the front passenger seat

After installing a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat, make sure that the front and side airbags for the front passen- ger are deactivated, otherwise there is an increased risk of injury if the airbags deploy.<

Child seat security

All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front passenger can be prevented from being pulled out in order to secure child-restraint sys- tems.

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 manufac- turer of the system, otherwise the protective function of the seat may be compromised.<

Anchor points for LATCH anchors Before installing the child's seat, pull the belt out of the area for the child-restraint fixing system.

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. Otherwise the strap will not properly secure the child- restraint system in the event of an accident.<

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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.<

Child-restraint system with tether strap

Use the tether strap anchors to secure child-restraint systems only, otherwise the

anchors could be damaged.<

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 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.

There are two additional anchors for child- restraint systems with tether straps, arrows.

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MINI Convertible

1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Rollover protection system 4 Tether strap hook 5 Cargo bay floor 6 Anchor 7 Seat backrest 8 Tether strap of the child-restraint system 1. Push the head restraint upward. 2. Unlock backrest and slightly fold forward,

see page 93.

3. Guide the tether strap between the head

restraint holders.

4. Attach the tether strap to the anchor using

the hook.

5. Fold backrest back and lock in place. Push

headrest down as far as possible.

6. Pull the retaining strap tight.

Ensure to guide the upper retaining strap between the backrest and rollover protec-

tion system, otherwise the belt will not secure the child-restraining system in accordance with the law.<

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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.

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 convenient access* by pushing the button on the door handle or the

button on the remote control, refer to Lock- ing 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

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Automatic transmission Key in ignition lock or inside vehicle with conve- nient access, refer to page 26. 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.

Engineswitching off

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 conve-

nient access, in the ignition lock.

2. Depress the brake. 3. Move the selector lever to position N. 4. Switch off the engine.

Starting the engine

Do not allow the engine to run in enclosed spaces; otherwise inhalation of the nox-

ious exhaust gases can lead to unconsciousness 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 conve- nient access, refer to page 26. 1. Depress the brake. 2. Depress the clutch. 3. Press the start/stop button.

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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.

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

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.

Automatic transmission* with Steptronic In addition to the fully automatic mode, you can shift gears manually using Steptronic, page 46.

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

P R N D DS M1 to M6
The selector lever position is displayed, or the current gear in the manual mode.

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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.<

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Kick-down Kick-down enables you to achieve maximum performance. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the full- throttle resistance point.

Sport program and manual operation M/S

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.

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

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.

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 tachometer displays M1 to M6. 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 actual 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.

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.

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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.

3. Take the hub cover remover 1 out of the on- board tool kit and insert it in the loop on the front passenger side.

4. Pull the loop up. 5. Move the selector lever into the desired po- sition by pressing the button on the front of the selector lever.

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 If the power supply is interrupted, e.g., if the battery is dead or disconnected, or due to an electrical malfunction, the selector lever lock must be unlocked manually, other- wise the front wheels are locked-up and the vehicle cannot be towed.< Only unlock the selector lever lock manually 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. 1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever. 2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever un- til the sleeve is inside out. Disconnect the ca- ble connector if necessary.

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.

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1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 43. 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.

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.

7. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

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Intermittent wipe or rain sensor* If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the intermittent-wipe time is preset. 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 43. 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 bonnet 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 bonnet has been completely 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 antifreeze.<

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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.

MINI: 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.

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 approx. 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 neces-

sary for operation may not be fulfilled.<

Malfunction

The warning lamp in the tachometer lights up if the system fails.

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Everything under control

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 56.

Outside temperature display, time Setting the time, refer to page 59.

Outside temperature warning When the displayed temperature sinks to approx. +377/+36, 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/+36. You should therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads, for example, otherwise there is an increased risk of an accident.<

Current vehicle speed To have the current speed shown in the upper display otherwise serving for the outside tem- perature display and clock.

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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 115.

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