2011 Mini Cooper Convertible Owners Manual

1 Button for selecting information 2 Engine oil 3 Front brakes 4 Rear brakes 5 Vehicle check

6 Roadworthiness test 7 Brake fluid 8 Exit display 57
9 Next setting or item of information 57
More information on the MINI Maintenance Sys- tem can be found on page 131.

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Clock

Setting the time Setting time, refer to owner's manual for Radio Boost CD.

What to do in case of a malfunction The meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal- function and tips on how to respond are listed starting on page 152.

Hiding Check Control messages

Date

Setting date Setting date, refer to owner's manual for Radio Boost CD.

Check Control

The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys- tems monitored. Check Control messages involve indicator or warning lamps in the dis- plays and, in some circumstances, an acoustic signal. To adjust the volume of the signal, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio.

Press the button in the turn signal lever. > Some Check Control messages are displayed until the malfunctions have been rectified. They cannot be hidden. If several malfunc- tions occur at the same time, they are dis- played in succession.

> Other Check Control messages are automat- ically hidden after approx. 20 seconds, but remain stored.

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in the indicator areas 1 and 2.

This symbol indicates that Check Control

messages have been stored. Check Control mes- sages can be viewed whenever it is convenient.

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Viewing stored Check Control messages Stored Check Control messages can only be dis- played if the driver's door is closed. 1. Briefly press the button in the turn signal

lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.

2. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

3. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the

corresponding symbol and "CHECK INFO" are displayed.

4. Hold the button down.

If there are no Check Control messages, then "CHECK OK" is displayed. If a Check Control message has been stored, the corresponding message is displayed. 5. Briefly press the button to check for other

messages.

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Technology for driving comfort and safety

Park Distance Control PDC*

The concept PDC assists you with parking in reverse. Acoustic signals warn you of the presence of an object behind the vehicle. To measure the distance, there are four ultrasonic sensors in either bumper. However, an acoustic warning does not sound until an object is approx. 24 in/60 cm from the corner sensors, or approx. 5 ft/1.50 m from the center sensors.

PDC is a parking aid that can indicate objects when they are approached slowly,

as is usually the case when parking. Avoid approaching an object at high speed; otherwise, physical circumstances may lead to the system warning being issued too late.<

Automatic mode With the engine running or the ignition switched on, the system is activated automatically after approx. 1 second when you engage reverse gear or move the automatic transmission selector lever to position R. Wait this short period before driving.

Acoustic signals As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone sounds. If the distance remains constant, e.g. when driv- ing parallel to a wall, the acoustic signal stops after approx. 3 seconds.

Adjustments The volume of the acoustic signals can be adjusted, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio.

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Malfunction

Indicator lamp comes on: PDC has failed. Have the system checked. To avoid this problem, keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively. When using a high-pressure cleaner, do not direct the jet toward the sensors for lengthy periods and only spray from a distance of at least 4 in/10 cm.

System limitations

Even with PDC, final responsibility for esti- mating the distance between the vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver. Sensors, too, have blind spots in which objects cannot be detected. Moreover, ultra- sonic detection can reach its physical limits with objects such as trailer tow bars and couplings, thin and wedge-shaped objects, etc. Low objects already indicated, such as curbs, may enter the sensors' blind spots before or after a continuous audible signal is given. Higher, pro- truding objects, such as wall ledges, may not be detectable. Therefore, always drive cautiously; otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or property damage. Loud sound sources outside or inside the car can drown out the PDC signal.<

Driving stability control systems Your MINI has a number of systems that help to maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse driving conditions.

The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with driving stability control systems. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin by engaging

in hazardous driving thereby running the risk of an accident.<

Deactivating DSC

Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak- ing. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased. Braking safely, refer to page 93. ABS is operational every time you start the engine.

Cornering Brake Control CBC Driving stability and steering characteristics are further enhanced while braking in turns or dur- ing a lane change.

Electronic brake-force distribution EBV The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.

Brake Assist Rapidly depressing the brake causes this system to automatically develop maximum braking force. Thus, the system helps keep braking dis- tance to a minimum. At the same time, all the benefits provided by ABS are exploited. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the duration of the full braking application.

Dynamic Stability Control DSC

The concept DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing traction when you pull away from rest or accel- erate. DSC also detects unstable driving conditions such as when the vehicle's rear end fishtails or the vehicle is sliding on its front wheels. In these cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through braking actions at the indi- vidual wheels.

Press the button repeatedly until the DSC indica- tor lamps come on. DSC is deactivated. Stabiliz- ing and propulsion promoting actions are no longer executed. When driving with snow chains or to 'rock free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off DSC for a brief period. To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible.

Activating DSC Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps go out.

For better control

If the indicator lamp flashes: The DSC controls the driving and break- ing forces. The indicator lamp in the display ele- ments lights up: DSC is deactivated.

Dynamic Traction Control DTC* DTC is a type of DSC that is propulsion optimized for special road conditions such as uncleared snowy roads. The system ensures maximum propulsion though with restricted driving stabil- ity. You therefore need to drive with suitable caution. In the following exceptional situations, it can be useful to briefly activate DTC: > when driving on snow-covered inclines, in

slush, or on uncleared snowy roads

> when rocking the vehicle free, driving out of

deep snow or on loose surfaces > when driving with snow chains

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Activating DTC

Press the button, the indicator lamp for DTC lights up in the display elements and TRACTION is displayed in the tachometer.

For better control

If the indicator lamp flashes: DTC controls the driving and breaking forces. The indicator lamp lights up and TRAC- TION is displayed in the tachometer: DTC is activated.

Deactivating DTC Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps go out.

Deactivating both DTC and DSC

Press the button for at least 3 seconds: the DSC indicator lamps in the display elements come on. The Dynamic Traction Control DTC and Dynamic Stability Control DSC are both deacti- vated. There will be no more stabilizing inter- ventions. Interventions (differential lock*) in braking occur to improve propulsion when drive wheels are rotating unevenly, even when the DSC is deactivated.

Activating DSC Press the button again: the indicator lamps go out.

Hill Assist Hill Assist aids you in comfortably driving off on inclines. It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this. 1. Hold the MINI with the brake. 2. Release the brake and immediately drive

off.

Hill Assist holds the car in place for approx. 2 seconds after the brake is released.

Depending on the load and gradient, the vehicle can roll backward slightly during this period. After you release the brake, immedi- ately start driving since the Hill Assist only holds the vehicle for about 2 seconds, and it will start to roll backward.<

Sport button* Pressing the button causes your MINI to respond even more sportily. > Engine responds more spontaneously to

movements of the accelerator.

> Steering response is more direct. > Cooper S, John Cooper Works: the engine

sounds more sporty in coasting mode.

With automatic transmission: > More rapid gear shifting in Sport program.

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Activating the system

System limitations

Press the SPORT button. The LED lights up. SPORT is briefly displayed in the tachometer.

Deactivating the system > Press the SPORT button again. > Switch off the engine.

Flat Tire Monitor FTM*

The concept The system does not measure the actual infla- tion pressure in the tires. The system detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing the rotational speeds of the individ- ual wheels while moving. In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corre- sponding wheel change. This is detected and reported as a flat tire.

Functional requirement The system must have been initialized while the tire inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. Initialize the system after every correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.

Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in

advance.< A natural, even pressure loss in all four tires can- not be detected. Therefore, check the tire infla- tion pressure regularly. In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in

the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration

> Snow chains are attached When the vehicle is driven with a space-saver spare tire*, page 145, the Flat Tire Monitor can- not function.

Initializing the system The initialization process adopts the set inflation tire pressures as reference values for the detec- tion of a flat tire. Initialization is started by con- firming the inflation pressures. Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains.

Using the button in the turn signal lever 1. Start the engine, but do not start driving. 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.

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4. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the corresponding symbol and "RESET" are dis- played.

5. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

6. Start driving.

Initialization is completed while the car is on the move, without any feedback.

The initialization is completed during driv- ing, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the initialization is con- tinued automatically.<

Indication of a flat tire

The warning lamps come on in yellow and red. An acoustic signal also sounds. There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure.

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau-

tion. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.

2. Check whether the vehicle is equipped with

normal tires or with run-flat tires*. Run-flat tires, refer to page 125, are identi- fied by a circular symbol containing the let- ters RSC on the tire sidewall.

When a flat tire is reported, the Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated.

Actions in the event of a flat tire

Normal tires 1.

Identify the damaged tire. To do so, check the inflation pressure in all four tires. The inflation pressure display of the Mobility

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System, page 142, can be used for this pur- pose. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized. If it is not possible to identify the damaged tire, contact your MINI center.

2. Use the Mobility System to remedy the flat

tire on the damaged wheel, refer to page 141, or to replace the damaged wheel, refer to page 144.

Run-flat tires* You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph or 80 km/h.

If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires, do not continue driving; continuing

to drive can result in serious accidents.<

Continued driving with a flat tire When driving with a damaged tire: 1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-

vers.

2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph or

80 km/h.

3. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-

sure in all four tires. If the inflation pressure in all four tires is cor- rect, the Flat Tire Monitor might not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized.

Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure: The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the vehi- cle while driving. With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km. When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change.

Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turn- ing abruptly and driving over obstacles such as curbs, potholes, etc. Since the possible driving distance depends to a considerable degree on the strain exerted on the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, depending on the speed, road condition, out- side temperature, vehicle load, etc.

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics, e.g. reduced lane stability during braking, a longer braking distance and altered self-steering prop- erties.<

Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate final failure of the tire. Reduce

your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; oth- erwise, pieces of tire may come off, which could result in an accident. Do not continue driving and contact your MINI center.<

Tire Pressure Monitor TPM*

The concept Measuring the inflation pressure in the four mounted tires. The system notifies you if there is a significant loss of pressure in one or more tires.

Functional requirement The system must have been reset while the inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reli- able signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. Always use wheels with TPM electronics to ensure that the system will operate properly. Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.

System limitations

Sudden, serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in

advance.< The system does not operate correctly if it has not been reset. For example, a flat tire may be indicated despite correct tire inflation pressures. The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire: > if a wheel without TPM electronics, e.g. a

compact spare wheel*, is mounted.

> Interference with TPM by other systems or

devices with the same transmission fre- quency.

Resetting the system Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.

Using the button in the turn signal lever 1. Start the engine, but do not start driving. 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 for Tire Pressure Monitor and "ACTIVE" are displayed.

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The Tire Pressure Monitor can be reset by selecting "RESET".

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau-

tion. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.

2. Check whether the vehicle is equipped with

normal tires or with run-flat tires*. Run-flat tires, refer to page 125, are identi- fied by a circular symbol containing the let- ters RSC on the tire sidewall.

When a low inflation pressure is reported, the Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated.

5. Press and hold the button until "RESETTING"

Actions in the event of a flat tire

Normal tires 1.

Identify the damaged tire. To do so, check the inflation pressure in all four tires. The inflation pressure display of the Mobility System, refer to page 142, can be used for this. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been reset. The system must then be reset. If it is not possible to identify the damaged tire, contact your MINI center.

2. Use the Mobility System to remedy the flat

tire on the damaged wheel, refer to page 141, or to replace the damaged wheel, refer to page. 144. The use of tire sealant, e.g. Mobility System, can damage the TPM wheel electronics. In this case, have the electronics checked and replaced if necessary at your earliest oppor- tunity.

Run-flat tires* You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.

If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires, do not continue driving; continuing

to drive can result in serious accidents.<

is displayed.

6. Start driving.

After driving a few minutes, the set inflation pressures in the tires are accepted as the tar- get values to be monitored. The system reset is completed during your drive, and can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the reset is continued automati- cally. The indicator lamp goes out after the system reset is completed.

Message for low tire inflation pressure The warning lamps come on in yellow and red. An acoustic signal also sounds. The position of the faulty tire is dis- played.

> There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire

pressure.

> The system was not reset after a wheel

change and thus issues a warning based on the inflation pressures initialized last.

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Continued driving with a flat tire When driving with a damaged tire: 1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-

vers.

2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. 3. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-

sure in all four tires. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been reset. The system must then be reset.

Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure: The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the vehi- cle while driving. With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km. When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turn- ing abruptly and driving over obstacles such as curbs, potholes, etc. Since the possible driving distance depends to a considerable degree on the strain exerted on the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, depending on the speed, road condition, out- side temperature, vehicle load, etc.

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics, e.g. reduced lane stability during braking, a longer braking distance and altered self-steering prop- erties.<

Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate complete failure of the tire.

Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; otherwise, pieces of tire may come off, which could result in an accident. Do not con- tinue driving and contact your MINI center.<

Malfunction

The small warning lamp flashes in yel- low and then lights up continuously; the larger warning lamp comes on in yel- low. No punctures can be detected.

This type of message is shown in the following situations: > If there is a malfunction.

Have the system checked.

> If a wheel without TPM electronics has been

mounted.

> If TPM is temporarily malfunctioning due to

other systems or devices using the same radio frequency.

Message for unsuccessful system reset

Both warning lamps come on in yellow. The system is not reset after a tire has been changed, for example. Check the tire inflation pressure and

reset the system, page 67.

Declaration according to NHTSA/ FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Each tire, including the spare, should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire infla- tion pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehi- cle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pres- sure for those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pres- sure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substi-

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tute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has not reached the level at which the TPMS low tire pressure tell- tale illuminates. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously lit. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi-

cator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replace- ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop- erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

Airbags

The following airbags are located under the marked covers: MINI: 1 Front airbags 2 Side airbags in backrests 3 Head airbags at the front and rear

Protective effect

Observe the instructions on page 35 to ensure the best possible personal protec-

tion.< The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro- vide adequate restraint. When needed, the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact. The relevant side airbag supports the side upper body area. The head air bag supports the head. The side/head airbag in the MINI Convertible protects the head during impact.

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MINI Convertible: 1 Front airbags 2 Side/head airbags in the backrests

The airbags are designed to not be triggered in every type of collision, e.g. not in minor acci- dents, certain rollover situations or rear impacts.

Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags, cover them or

modify them in any other way. Keep the dashboard and window on the passen- ger side free from obstruction, i.e. do not cover it with adhesive film or coverings, and do not affix any holders such as for a navigation device or a mobile phone. Do not attach seat covers, cushions or other objects not specifically approved for seats with

integral side airbags to the front seats. Do not hang items of clothing such as coats or jackets over the backrests. Do not attempt to remove the airbag retention system from the vehicle. Do not modify the individual components of the system or its wiring in any way. This includes the upholstery in the center of the steering wheel, on the instrument cluster, the doors, and the roof pillars as well as the sides of the headliner. Do not attempt to remove or dismantle the steering wheel. Do not touch the individual components imme- diately after the system has been triggered, because there is a danger of burns. In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or triggering of the airbag restraint system, have the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of air- bag generators executed only by a MINI dealer or a workshop that works according to repair procedures of the manufacturer of your MINI with correspondingly trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses. Otherwise, unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undes- ired airbag activation, either of which could result in personal injury.< Warning notices and information about the air- bags can also be found on the sun visors.

Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags An analysis of the impression in the front pas- senger seat cushion determines whether and how the seat is occupied. The front and side air- bags for the front passenger are activated or deactivated by the system accordingly.

The indicator lamp above the interior rear- view mirror shows the current status of

the front passenger airbags, deactivated or acti- vated, refer to Status of front passenger airbags below.<

Before transporting a child on the front passenger seat, read the safety precau-

tions and handling instructions under Transport- ing children safely, page 41. The front and side airbags can also be deacti- vated by adolescents and adults sitting in certain positions; the indicator lamp for the front pas-

senger airbags comes on. In such cases, the pas- senger should change his or her sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the desired airbag status cannot be achieved by changing the sitting position, transport the relevant pas- senger on a rear seat. Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically rec- ommended by the manufacturer of your MINI. Do not place any items under the seat which could press against the seat from below. Other- wise, a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not ensured.<

Status of front passenger airbags MINI:

MINI Convertible:

The indicator lamp for the front passenger air- bags shows the functional status of the front passenger's front and side airbags in accordance with whether and how the front passenger seat is occupied. The indicator lamp shows whether the front passenger airbags are activated or deactivated. > The indicator lamp comes on as intended

when a child in a specially designated child restraint system is detected on the seat.

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MINI Convertible: Roll- over protection system The rollover system is automatically activated during an accident or dangerous driving situa- tion, during extreme tilt of the longitudinal axis, or during loss of ground contact. The roll bar located behind the rear seat headrest is pro- jected within a fraction of a second. In addition to the reinforced windshield frame, the rollover protection system ensures the nec- essary head clearance for all occupants of the vehicle.

Never block the travel path of the rollover protection system with any objects.

Always wear your safety belt, it protects you in a minor car accident and, depending on the severity of the accident, the seat belt tensioner and the multilevel airbag system will protect you.<

Lowering If the rollover protection system releases acci- dentally, have your MINI Service check it. If the rollover protective system is extended, do not operate the convertible

top. Never attempt to modify the individual compo- nents or the electrical wiring of the rollover pro- tective system. Have the necessary work on the rollover protec- tion system of your MINI only carried out by an authorized MINI dealer. Faulty repair may lead to the failure of the sys- tem or malfunctions. Check the system regularly and in order to ensure a long service life of all functions, it is mandatory to maintain the service intervals, refer to page 58.<

The front and side airbags for the front pas- senger are not activated.

Most child seats are detected by the system. This particularly applies to

child seats that were required by NHTSA at the time of manufacture of the vehicle. After installing a child seat, check that the indica- tor lamp for the front passenger airbags comes on. It indicates that the child seat has been detected and that the front passenger airbags are deactivated.<

> The indicator lamp does not come on as long as a person of sufficient size and in a correct sitting position is detected on the seat. The front and side airbags for the front pas- senger are activated.

> The indicator lamp does not come on if the

seat is empty. The front and side airbags for the front pas- senger are not activated.

Operational readiness of airbag system

As of radio readiness, page 44, the warning lamp comes on briefly to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners are oper- ational.

Airbag system malfunction > The warning lamp does not come on when radio readiness or the ignition is switched on.

> The warning lamp stays lit continuously.

In the event of a fault in the airbag system, have it checked without delay; otherwise, there is the risk that the system will not function as intended even if a severe accident occurs.<

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Lamps

Parking lamps/low beams

0 Lamps off and daytime running lights 1 Parking lamps and daytime running lights 2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps 3 Automatic headlamp control*, daytime run-

ning lights, welcome lamps, and Adaptive Light Control*

When you open the driver's door with the igni- tion switched off, the exterior lighting is auto- matically switched off if the light switch is in position 0, 2 or 3. Switch on the parking lamps if necessary, switch position 1.

Parking lamps Turn the light switch to position 1. The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. Activation of lights on one side of the vehicle for parking, page 75.

The parking lamps will discharge the bat- tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat- tery might not have enough power to start the engine.<

Low beams Turn the light switch to position 2. The low beams come on when the ignition is on.

Automatic headlamp control* When the switch is in position 3, the low beams are switched on and off automatically depend- ing on ambient light conditions, e.g. in a tunnel, in twilight, or if there is precipitation. Adaptive Light Control* is active. The headlamps may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a blue sky. When driving into tunnels with bright overhead lights, there may be a delay before the head- lamps come on. The low beams remain switched on indepen- dent of the ambient lighting conditions when you switch on the fog lamps*. If the daytime running lights are activated, page 74, the low beams are always switched on with the light switch in position 3 and the igni- tion on. The exterior lamps are automatically switched off after the vehicle is parked.

The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for your personal

judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions. For example, the system cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks, you should respond to these kinds of low-visibility situations by switching the head- lamps on manually.<

Welcome lamps If you leave the light switch in the low beam or automatic headlamp control position when you switch off the ignition, the parking lamps and interior lamps come on for a certain time as soon as the vehicle is unlocked.

Pathway lighting If you activate the headlamp flasher after switching off the ignition with the lamps switched off, the low beams come on and remain on for a certain time. The setting is stored for the remote control in use, refer to Personal Profile, page 18.

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8. Briefly press the button to select:

The function is deactivated.

...

Select the appropriate duration, e.g. 40 seconds.

9. Press the button for a longer period.

The setting is stored.

Daytime running lights* The light switch can remain in the lamps off, parking lamps or automatic headlamp control* position. In the lamps off position, the exterior lighting is automatically switched off after the vehicle is parked. In the parking lamps position, the park- ing lamps will stay on after the ignition is switched off. Switch on the parking lamps separately if needed.

Activating/deactivating daytime running lights The setting is stored for the remote control in use, refer to Personal Profile, page 18. 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 44. 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.

Setting the duration or deactivating the function 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 44. 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.

5. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

6. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the

display shows the illustrated symbol.

7. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

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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.

Activating Adaptive Light Control With the ignition switched on, turn the light switch to position 3, refer to page 73. Standstill function*: to avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Light Control directs light toward the front passenger side when the vehi- cle is at a standstill. In reverse, the Adaptive Light Control is not acti- vated.

Malfunction A message is displayed. The Adaptive Light Control is malfunctioning or failed. Have the system checked as soon as pos- sible.

High beams/ roadside parking lamps

7. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

8. Briefly press the button to select:

Daytime running lights activated.

Daytime running lights deactivated.

9. Press the button for a longer period.

The setting is stored.

Adaptive Light Control*

The concept Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road.

1 Turn signals/roadside parking lamps* 2 Switching on high beams 3 Switching off high beams/headlamp flasher

Roadside parking lamps, left or right* The vehicle can be illuminated on one side for parking. Comply with local regulations when doing so.

Switching on After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or down, arrow 1.

The roadside parking lamps drain the bat- tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat-

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tery might not have enough power to start the engine.<

Switching off Press the lever up or down to the pressure point.

Fog lamps*

MINI

1 Fog lamps* 2 Rear fog lamp* Press the respective switch to turn the lamps on/ off.

MINI Convertible

Fog lamps* The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on for the fog lamps to operate. The green indicator lamp comes on when the fog lamps are switched on. Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the fog lamps are switched off when you activate the headlamp flasher or switch on the high beams. If the automatic headlamp control is acti- vated, the low beams will come on auto- matically when you switch on the fog lamps.<

Guide fog lamps* When the switch is in position 3, guide fog lamps are switched on for a wider light distribution up to a speed of 68 mph/110 km/h.

Rear fog lamp* The low beams or parking lamps with fog lamps must be switched on. The yellow indicator lamp comes on when the rear fog lamp is switched on.

Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting only when the parking lamps or the low beams are on.

> Turn on front fog lamps: Press the switch upward > Turn on rear fog lamps:

Press the switch downward

To switch them off, press the switch upward or downward again.

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Increasing brightness Press and hold the button until the desired brightness is reached.

Reducing brightness Press the button briefly. The brightness decreases every time the button is pressed briefly.

Interior lamps The interior lamps, the footwell lamps* and the cargo area lamp are controlled automatically.

To reduce the drain on the battery, a short while after the ignition is switched off,

refer to Start/Stop button on page 44, all lights in the vehicle's passenger compartment are switched off.<

Switching interior lamps on/off manually

To switch the interior lamps on/off. Press the switch. To switch off the interior lamps permanently, press the button for about 3 seconds.

Reading lamps*

To switch the reading lamps on and off. In front: press the switch. In the rear: press the button.

Ambient lighting*

The color and brightness of the ambient lighting can be changed. > Press the switch forward.

The color changes in stages.

> Press the switch toward the rear. The brightness changes in stages.

Intermediate settings and colors are possible.

For a continuous color change in the ambient lighting, press and hold the

switch toward the front for longer than 10 seconds.<

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Climate

Equipment versions Depending on your vehicle's equipment, your MINI contains an air conditioner or an automatic climate control*. 1 Air conditioner 2 Automatic climate control*

Air vents 3 Airflow directed toward the windshield and

side windows

4 Air to the upper body area, draft-free venti-

lation

5 Air to the footwell

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Air conditioner

1 Air flow rate 2 Cooling function 3 Recirculated-air mode 4 Temperature

5 Rear window defroster 6 Air distribution 7 Windshield heating*

Air flow rate

Recirculated-air mode

Adjust the air flow rate. The higher the rate, the more effective the heating or cooling will be. The air flow rate is lowered or switched off

entirely to reduce the drain on the battery.