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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 pressure. Keep your thumb pressed against the release button while carefully pulling the lever up to apply moderate pressure. Excessive pressure can lead to overbraking and loss of traction (fishtailing) at the rear axle. The brake lamps do not come on when the parking brake is engaged. Vehicles with manual transmission: Always engage the parking brake when parking on hills and inclined surfaces, as first gear or reverse may not provide adequate resistance to rolling. Vehicles with CVT: Place the selector lever in P.<


PARKING BRAKE


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 warning lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition key is in posi- tion 2, see page 16.


To release 1. Pull up slightly 2. Press the button 3. Push the lever downwards.


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MANUAL TRANSMISSION


The manual gearshift lever neutral plane lies in the gear plane of the 3rd/4th gear. When shifting from each gear into "Neutral", the manual gearshift lever springs back automatically into the gear- shift lever neutral plane.


6-speed transmission*


When changing gear in the 5th/6th gear plane, press the gearshift lever to the right to prevent shifting to a gear of the 3rd/4th gear plane.<


Reverse Before selecting reverse gear, ensure the vehicle is stationary; then, fully press the clutch pedal and pause briefly before moving the gearshift lever into position. As you do this, the backup lamps will turn on automatically when the ignition key is in position 2. 5-speed transmission: Press the gearshift lever to the right and to the back. 6-speed transmission: Press the gearshift lever to the left to over- come the slight resistance and press forwards. As you do this, the backup lamps will turn on automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.


Do not hold the vehicle in place on slopes by slipping or "riding" the clutch. Use the parking brake instead. Riding the clutch causes the clutch assembly to wear out sooner.<


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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*


You can drive with a steplessly shifting CVT. In addition, you can also shift manually. When you move the selector lever from the D position to the right into the M/S + — range, the performance-oriented shift programs of the CVT are engaged. Step- tronic enters the manual selection mode and executes the desired shift whenever you tap the selector lever in the direction indicated by "+" or "—" . Whenever you want to use automatic again, just move the selector lever toward the left to position D.


In positition D, you achieve the lowest fuel consumption for average


driving.<


Selector lever positions


P R N D M/S + —


Range selection Inadvertent engaging of certain selector lever positions is prevented by a lock. Press the button on the front side of the selector lever knob. The lock is released.


While the vehicle is stationary and before shifting out of P or N, press the brake pedal in order to disengage the selector lever lock mechanism (Shiftlock). If the engine speed is too high when the vehicle is at a standstill, the selector lever is also blocked to protect the transmission. Hold the brake pedal down until starting off. Otherwise the vehicle will "creep" when a drive position is engaged.<


To prevent the vehicle from starting off on its own, always move the


selector lever to position P or N and engage the parking brake before leaving your vehicle with the engine running. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running. An unattended vehicle with a running engine represents a poten- tial safety hazard.<


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.<


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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*


The transmission will only execute upshifts and downshifts that will result in a plau- sible combination of vehicle speed and engine rpm, forinstance, downshifts that would result in excessive engine speed are not executed. Switching from M/S + — into the selector lever positions P, R and N and switching from manual mode back into the Sport program is only possible via D.


P Park Select "P" only when the vehicle is completely stopped. Transmission locks to prevent rear wheels from turning.


R Reverse Select "R" only when the vehicle is completely stopped.


N Neutral Select "N" only if your journey is inter- rupted for a long period.


D Drive (CVT driving position) This position is designed for driving under all normal operating conditions.


"Kickdown" In "kickdown", you achieve maximum acceleration and maximum speed in posi- tion D. Press the accelerator pedal past the increased resistance point at the full- throttle position.


M/S + — Manual mode and Sport program Switch from D into M/S + —: Activates the Sport program and indicates SD in the gear indicator in the speedo- meter. > Press briefly:


CVT shifts from the Sport program to the manual mode


> Press selector lever briefly towards "+":


Transmission shifts upwards


> Press selector lever briefly towards "—":


Transmission shifts back.


1 to 6 appear in the gear indicator.


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CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*


Do not work in the engine compart- ment when a drive gear (forward or


reverse) is engaged. If you do this, the vehicle could move.<


Jump-starting and towing, refer to pages 113, 115.<


Available displays


P R N D SD 1 2 3 4 5 6 EP


Electronic transmission control module If there is a malfunction in the transmission system, EP appears in the display. All selector lever positions can still be selected. In positions for driving forward: The vehicle can now only be driven with a limited gear selection.


Avoid high engine loads. Proceed to the nearest MINI center.<


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PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS


SIGNAL/HEADLAMP FLASHER


You can also have this function acti- vated.<


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 into the relevant turn signal indicator position.


"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 driving lamps* If you desire, the light switch can be left in the second position: When the ignition is switched off, the external lighting is also switched off.


You can have this function set by your MINI center.<


1 Turn signal indicator (green indicator


accompanied by periodic clicking sound from the relay)


2 High beams/Headlamp flasher (blue


indicator lamp)


To signal briefly Press the lever up to but not beyond the detent.


If the indicator lamp of the indicators and the clicking from the relay are both faster than normal: one of the turn signal indicators has failed.<


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Switching on the parking lamps Turn to the first position. The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. One-sided standing lamps, see next column.


Switching on the low beams Turn to the second position. With the low beams on and with the igni- tion switched off, only the parking lamps will remain on.


"Follow me home" lamps If you switch off the engine with the low beams on, and then switch off the low beams, they remain lit for approx. one minute.


INSTRUMENT LIGHTING


FOG LAMPS


INTERIOR LAMPS


To control the instrument lighting, press the button.


To increase the illumination intensity Keep the button pressed until the desired brightness is reached.


To decrease the illumination intensity Press the button briefly. With each brief press of the button, the illumination intensity is reduced in steps.


When the parking lamps/low beams are switched on: Briefly press the switch upwards or down- wards. Briefly press once again to switch off.


Fog lamps*


Fog lamps switched on: Green light-emitting diode in the switch lights up.


The fog lamps are deactivated whenever the high beams are switched on.


Switching the interior lamps on and off manually Press button 1.


Switching the reading lamps on and off Press button 2.


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LIGHT-EMITTING DIODES


WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM


Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and displays in your vehicle. These light-emit- ting diodes are related to conventional lasers, and legislation defines them as "light-emitting diodes, Class 1".


Do not remove the protective lens and avoid staring directly at the unfil- tered beam for several hours, as inflamma- tion of the iris could result.<


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 varies depending on the speed being driven.


You can have this function set by your MINI center.<


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 auto- matically controlled depending on the amount of water (or snow) landing on the windshield. To activate the rain sensor: From ignition key position 1: Lever in position 1. The wipers move across the windshield once. To deactivate the rain sensor: Put lever in position 0.


Switch the rain sensor off when passing through an automatic car


wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activa- tion.<


Fast wiper speed When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers switch automatically to normal wiper speed.


You can have this function activated/ deactivated by your MINI center.<


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WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM


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. If you do so, your vision could be obscured. For this reason, use an antifreeze agent, see page 89. Do not use the washers when the reservoir is empty, since this could cause damage to the washing pump.<


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 operation:


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 Intermittent operation:


Turn the cap to position 7 and hold in place


8 In lever position 0:


Turn the cap to position 8 and hold in place


CRUISE CONTROL*


Starting at about 25 mph (40 km/h), the vehicle maintains and stores any vehicle speed that you specify.


To activate the system From ignition key position 1: Press button 2. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. Cruise control is active.


To maintain and store speed or to accelerate Press button 3. The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed. Every time you tap the button, the speed increases by approx. 1 mph (2 km/h).


To decelerate 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 briefly tap the button.


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.


Do not use cruise control on twisting roads, when high traffic density


prevents driving at a constant speed, when the road surface is slick (snow, rain, ice), or when the road surface is loose (rocks, sand).<


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 gradient, the engine braking effect is not sufficient, the


controlled speed may be exceeded. Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insufficient.<


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CRUISE CONTROL*


To cancel the cruise control When the system is activated, press button 2. The indicator lamp stays lit. You can use the cruise control again as required. In addition, cruise control is canceled auto- matically > if the brakes are applied > when you apply pressure to the clutch


pedal, or when you move the CVT selector lever from D to P, N or R


> or if the cruise speed is either exceeded


or not met for an extended length of time (if you press the accelerator pedal and exceed the stored speed, for example).


To continue cruise control Press button 1. The vehicle accelerates to and maintains the last speed stored. If you turn the igni- tion key to position 0, the stored speed is deleted and the system is deactivated.


To deactivate the system With cancelled cruise control, press button 2 once again. The indicator lamp goes out and the stored speed is deleted.


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ODOMETER


TACHOMETER


FUEL GAUGE


Do not operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge. To protect the engine, the power is reduced when you approach a certain engine speed in this sector.


1 Trip odometer To set to zero: With ignition key in position 1, press the button until the trip odometer is at zero.


2 Odometer You can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in posi- tion 0 by pressing the button in the instru- ment cluster.


In the speedometer Once indicator lamp 1 stays on continu- ously, there are still approx. 2.1 gallons (8 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. Tank capacity: approx. 13.2 gallons (50 liters). When you switch on the ignition, the indi- cator lamp lights up briefly to confirm that the system is operational. If the tilt of the vehicle varies (when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example), the needle may fluctuate slightly.


Please refuel early, since driving to the last drop of fuel can result in damage to the engine and/or catalytic converter.<


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1 Red indicator lamp When you switch on the ignition, warning lamp 1 comes on briefly to confirm that the system is operational. If the lamp comes on while operating the vehicle, the engine has overheated. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down.


Navigation system option


Coolant temperature warning lamp in the tachometer. If the lamp comes on while oper-


ating the vehicle, the engine has over- heated. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down.


FUEL GAUGE


TEMPERATURE GAUGE


In the navigation system


Please also comply with the instruc- tions in the previous column.<


Once indicator lamp 1 switches from orange to red, there are still approx. 2.1 gallons (8 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.


Low temperature The needle is located at the bottom or on the right. The engine is still cold. Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds.


Center position Normal operating temperature of the engine.


High temperature As soon as there is a deviation from the center position upwards or to the left: Drive moderately and at low engine speed, if necessary, switch off the engine and allow to cool down. Checking coolant level, see page 91.


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SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY


A flashing message and a "—" in front of the number mean that the service interval has already been exceeded by the distance shown on the display. Please contact your MINI center for an appointment. For more information on the Service Interval Display, see page 93.


Remaining distance for service The displays shown in the illustration appear for a few seconds when the ignition key is in position 1 or after the engine is started. The next service due appears in miles (kilo- meters) with the message INSPECTION or/ and OILSERVICE, together with the distance remaining before the next scheduled service. The computer bases its calculations of the remaining distance on your driving style in the period immediately preceding your data request.


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Brake fluid change You can obtain a display of the number of days remaining until the next due brake fluid change, see page 92. While the next due service is displayed, press the button in the display element. As of the due date of the brake fluid change, the clock symbol also lights up in the remaining distance display for Service, see left column. Please contact your MINI center for an appointment.


Periods of immobilization in which the battery is disconnected are not


taken into account by the display. For this reason, ensure that the brake fluid, independent of the display, is replaced every two years at the latest, see page 92.<


CLOCK


COMPUTER*


The displays appear in the following order: Outside temperature, cruising range, average fuel consumption, average vehicle speed. Starting with ignition key position 1, the last active setting is displayed.


If the vehicle is equipped with a navi- gation system, see chapter covering


the computer in the navigation system Owner’s Manual.<


Mode selection With the ignition key in position 1 and higher, you can use the button in the turn signal indicator lever to retrieve informa- tion from the computer for display in the tachometer. By pressing the button briefly, you can call up a new function for display.


Settings From ignition key position 1: Left button: hours Right button: minutes


Move forward in increments: Press the button or Fast forward: Press and hold the button


Changeover from 24-hour to 12-hour mode: Press both buttons at the same time for approx. 5 seconds.


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Average speed — Average fuel consumption Press the button in the turn signal indicator lever for a longer period. The average speed value/consumption value on display is recalculated. Any time spent when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is switched off is ignored for the calculation.


COMPUTER*


Outside temperature If the vehicle is equipped with a tacho- meter, but not with a computer, the temperature is always displayed.


You can display the exterior tempera- ture and distance driven in other


units of measurement.<


Cruising range The computer bases its calculations for the cruising range on the driving style and on the remaining fuel in the tank.


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AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL PLUS TRACTION (ASC+T)*


Indicator lamp


The indicator lamp on the instru- ment cluster will go out shortly after the ignition has been


switched on, see pages 16, 17. If the indicator lamp flashes: ASC+T controls the drive and braking forces.


If the indicator lamp fails to go out after the engine is started, or if it


comes on during normal driving and stays on: If the system is either defective or was switched off with the button, then the stabilizing applications described are no longer available. You can, however, drive the vehicle normally without ASC+T. In the event of a malfunction, please see your MINI center, see pages 16, 17.<


Switch off the ASC+T Briefly press the switch. The indicator lamp stays lit. When driving with snow chains or to "rock free" in snow, it can be helpful to switch off the ASC+T for a brief period.


To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the ASC+T switched on


whenever possible.<


Switch the ASC+T back on Briefly press the switch once again. Indicator lamp goes out.


The concept This system optimizes vehicle stability and traction, especially when just starting off, when accelerating or when cornering. ASC+T recognizes the danger present in traction loss and will increase driving stability and traction by reducing the engine’s output, and if necessary, by applying the brakes to the front wheels. ASC+T is operational each time you start the engine.


The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with ASC+T. An appro-


priate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Avoid using the additional safety margin provided by the system as an excuse for taking unnecessary risks. Do not make any modifications to the ASC+T system. Allow only authorized tech- nicians to perform service procedures on the ASC+T.<


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DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC)*


The concept This system maintains driving stability even in critical driving situations. The system optimizes vehicle stability during acceleration and when starting from a full stop, as well as optimizing trac- tion. In addition, it recognizes unstable vehicle conditions, such as under- or over- steering, and, as far as is possible within the laws of physics, helps keeping the vehicle on a steady course by reducing the rpms and brake applications to the indi- vidual wheels. The DSC is operational every time you start the engine. DSC contains the functions Antilock Brake System ABS/Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBV/ASC+T.


The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An appro-


priate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. We therefore urge you to avoid using the additional safety margin of the system as an excuse for taking risks. Do not make any modifications to the DSC system. Allow only authorized technicians to perform service procedures on the DSC.<


To switch off the DSC Briefly press the switch. The indicator lamp stays lit. When driving with snow chains, it may be effective to switch off the DSC for a brief period.


To maintain stability, always drive with the DSC switched on whenever


possible.<


To switch DSC back on Briefly press the switch once again. Indicator lamp goes out.


Indicator lamp


The indicator lamp on the instru- ment cluster will go out shortly after the ignition has been


switched on, see pages 16, 17.


If the indicator lamp flashes: DSC controls the drive and braking forces.


If the indicator lamp fails to go out after the engine is started, or if it


comes on during normal driving and stays on: If the system is either defective or was switched off with the button, then the stabilizing applications described are no longer available. The vehicle will remain completely operational, however, without DSC. In the event of a malfunction, please see your MINI center, see pages 16, 17.<


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FLAT TIRE MONITOR


The concept The tire inflation pressure is determined from the signals of the ABS sensors. The system provides an alert whenever the tire inflation pressure drops below the pressure in any other tire.


Requirement So that the system can "familiarize" itself with the correct inflation pressure, please do the following: 1. Check the tire inflation pressure in all


tires


2. Compare them with the inflation pres- sure table, see page 81, and adjust the pressures if necessary 3. Initialize the system.


Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and correct it if necessary,


see page 80.<


Flat tire


The indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster informs you by flashing when the tire inflation


pressure of a tire drops in relation to any other tire. In addition, an acoustic signal is sounded. > Vehicles with safety (run-flat) tires, see


notes on pages 110, 80, 84


> Vehicles with normal tires, see notes on


pages 106, 80.


The Flat Tire Monitor cannot alert you to severe and sudden tire damage


caused by external factors. Another factor which the Flat Tire Monitor does not recog- nize is the balanced and very gradual pres- sure loss that takes place in all tires over an extended period of time.<


Malfunctions As long as there is still a malfunction, the yellow indicator lamp on the instrument cluster will stay lit up. The indicator lamp also lights up in the event of a system malfunction. Please contact your MINI center in these cases.


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Initializing the system Only initialize the system if the inflation pressure, e. g. after a tire change, has been corrected. 1. Ignition key in position 2 2. Press the button long enough for the


yellow indicator lamp in the instrument cluster to light up for a few seconds


3. Start the engine. After a few minutes driving time, the Flat Tire Monitor sets the current inflation pres- sure in the tires as the target values to be monitored.


FLAT TIRE MONITOR


PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)*


Do not initialize the system when snow chains are fitted. When driving with snow chains, false alarms can occur or pressure losses might not be detected.<


In the following situations false alarms can also occur under certain


circumstances or the detection of inflation pressure loss can be delayed: > When driving on roads covered with


snow or on other slippery road surfaces > A sporty driving style (slip at the driven


wheels, high lateral accelerations).<


The concept The PDC assists you when you back into a parking space. A signal warns you of the distance to an obstacle. To do this, four ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumper measure the distance to the nearest object. The range for the sensors located at both rear corners ends approx. 2 ft (60 cm) behind the bumpers. The range for the two middle sensors is slightly less than 5 ft (1.5 meters). The system starts to operate automatically about one second after you select reverse with the ignition key in position 2. PDC is deactivated when you shift back out of reverse.


Acoustical signals The distance to the nearest object is indi- cated by a tone sounding at various inter- vals. As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. A continuous tone indicates the presence of an object less than 9 in (20 cm) away. The warning signal is canceled after approx. three seconds if the distance to the obstacle remains constant during this time (if you are moving parallel to a wall, for instance).


System malfunctions will be indicated by a continuous high-pitched tone when the system is activated the first time. Please have your MINI center resolve the problem.


Even with PDC, final responsibility for estimating the distance between the


vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver. Even when sensors are involved, there is a blind spot in which objects cannot be detected. Moreover, the detection of obstructions can approach the physical limits of ultrasonic measurement, as occurs e. g. in the case of thin and wedge-shaped objects. Certain sources of sound, such as a loud radio, could drown out the PDC signal tone.<


Keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they


will continue to operate effectively. Do not apply high pressure spray to the sensors for a prolonged period of time. Always maintain a distance of more than 4 in (10 cm).<


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AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM


1 Air onto the windshield and onto the


side windows


2 Air for the upper body area 66
3 Air for the front and rear footwells


4 Temperature 65
5 Windshield heating 65
6 Blower for air supply 65
7 Air conditioner 65


8 Air distribution 9 Recirculated-air mode 65
10 Rear window defroster 65


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AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM


Air supply


Rear window defroster


Air conditioner


You can select blower speeds from 1 to 4. Position 0: blower is switched off. The button for recirculated-air mode fully blocks


the supply of air from outside. Heating and ventilation operate as of posi- tion 1.


Temperature


Turn to the right (red) to increase the temperature of the passenger compartment. Rapid heating: turn to the


extreme right. Then select a pleasant inte- rior temperature.


Air distribution


Air distribution in upper body , upper body region region and footwell footwell and windows and


, footwell


windows All intermediate positions are possible, see illustration and overview on page 64.


Rear window defroster switched on: Indicator lamp lights up.


As long as the indicator lamp is lit, the heating operates at high power output (rapid defrosting). Indicator lamp goes out. The heating continues to run with reduced power output and then switches itself off automatically.


Windshield heating*


Windshield heating switched on: Indicator lamp lights up. As long as the indicator lamp is


lit, the heating operates at high power output (rapid defrosting). Indicator lamp goes out. The heating continues to run with reduced power output and then switches itself off automatically.


Air conditioner operation switched on: Indicator lamp lights up.


The air is cooled and dehumidified and — depending on the temperature setting — rewarmed. After the engine start, the windshield can fog over briefly.


Condensation forms in the air condi- tioner system during operation, and


then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal.<


Recirculated-air mode


Supply of outside air into the vehicle is blocked: indicator lamp lights up.


The air within the vehicle is recirculated.


Do not run the recirculated-air mode for longer than approx. 30 minutes, as otherwise the air quality in the interior will deteriorate.<<<<


If the windows fog over in the recir- culated-air mode, switch the recircu-


lated-air mode off and increase the air supply as required.<<<<


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AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM


Microfilter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. Your MINI center will replace it during routine maintenance. A substantial reduc- tion in the air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before scheduled maintenance.


Draft-free ventilation Air supply for the upper body area: Button 1: open and close the vent outlets as required by turning. The points indicate the position in each case. Vent 2: change the direction of the airflow by swiveling.


Defrosting and demisting the windshield and side windows 1. Set the rotary blower speed control for


the airflow rate to position 4


2. Turn the rotary temperature control


completely to the right (red)


3. Rotary control for air distribution in posi-


tion


4. To defrost the rear window: switch on


the rear window defroster and, if required, the windshield heating.


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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*


1 Air onto the windshield and onto the


5 Interior temperature sensor — please


side windows


keep clear and unobstructed


2 Air for the upper body area, see page 69
3 Air for the front and rear footwells 4 Rear window and windshield


6 Recirculated-air mode 68
7 Air conditioner 68
8 Automatic air distribution and


heating 68


supply 68


10 Temperature 68
11 Display for temperature and air


supply 68


12 Blower for air supply 69
13 Defrosting and demisting the


windshield and side windows 69


9 Switching the automatic climate


14 Individual air distribution 69


control on/off 68


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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*


Automatic air distribution and supply


Automatic program (AUTO): Indicator lamp lights up.


Automatic adjustment of the air distribu- tion and the air supply and adaptation of the specified temperatures to external influences (outside temperature and sunlight). In the automatic program (AUTO), the air conditioner is activated automatically.


After the engine start, the windshield can fog over briefly. Switching on the air condi- tioner reduces condensation on the windows.


Condensation forms in the air condi- tioner system during operation, and


then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal.<


Switching the automatic climate control on/off


The blower, heating and air condi- tioner are switched off.


To switch the automatic climate control on again: Press any button of the automatic climate control.


Recirculated-air mode


Supply of outside air into the vehicle is blocked:


Indicator lamp lights up. The air within the vehicle is recirculated. In the automatic program (AUTO) in hot weather conditions, the recirculated-air mode is activated temporarily to enable faster cooling.


Air conditioner


Air conditioner switched on: Indicator lamp lights up.


The air is cooled and dehumidified and — depending on the temperature setting — rewarmed. In the automatic program (AUTO), the air conditioner is activated automatically.


Do not run the recirculated-air mode for longer than approx. 30 minutes, as otherwise the air quality in the interior will deteriorate.<


If the windows fog over in the recir- culated-air mode, switch the recircu-


lated-air mode off and increase the air supply as required.<


Rear window defroster and windshield heating*


Rear window defroster and wind- shield heating switched on:


Indicator lamp lights up. As long as the indicator lamp is lit, the heating operates at high power output (rapid defrosting). Indicator lamp goes out. The heating continues to run with reduced power output and then switches itself off automatically.


Temperature


Setting the temperature: Move or turn the wheel in the appropriate direction to increase the temperature step by step.


The figures in the display provide a general indication of interior temperature. When you start the vehicle, the system ensures that the selected temperature is achieved as quickly as possible and then maintained.


Permanent heating with maximum power output at temperature selec-


tion "HI". Permanent cooling at "LO".<


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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*


Air supply


Press the left or right half of the button: the air supply varies.


Defrosting and demisting the windshield and side windows Press the button briefly. The indicator lamp flashes.


Ice and condensation are removed from the rear window/windshield and side windows. The rear window defroster/windshield heating is switched on automatically. It can be switched off again separately. Press the button for a longer period. Only air to the windshield.


Individual air distribution


Combine the air distribution yourself. This switches off the automatic program.


Draft-free ventilation Air supply for the upper body area: Button 1: open and close the vent outlets as required by turning. The points indicate the position in each case. Vent 2: change the direction of the airflow by swiveling.


Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated-char- coal filter provides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your MINI center replaces this combined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance. A substantial reduction in the air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before scheduled maintenance.


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GLOVE COMPARTMENT


ASHTRAY/BEVERAGE HOLDER CIGARETTE LIGHTER


To open: Pull the handle. The light goes on.


To close: Fold the door up.


To prevent injury in the event of an accident, close the glove compart-


ment immediately after use.<


Ashtray The ashtray is located in one of the beverage holders in the center console. In the rear, an ashtray can also be fitted in the beverage holder at the end of the center console.


Beverage holders There are two beverage holders at the front of the center console. Another is located at the end of the center console.


From ignition key position 1: Press the cigarette lighter in. Remove as soon as the lighter jumps back out.


Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only. Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns. <


Lighter socket Suitable for attaching power supplies for flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., up to a rating of approx. 200 Watts at 12 Volts. Avoid damaging the socket with plugs of different shapes or sizes.


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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT COVER


FOLDABLE REAR BACKREST


When the tailgate is opened, the luggage compartment cover is also raised.


Never place heavy or hard objects on the luggage compartment cover, as


otherwise occupants could be injured during braking maneuvers.<


The warning triangle* is located beneath the luggage compartment


cover, see page 113. Comply with legal requirements requiring you to carry a hazard warning triangle in the vehicle.<


Removal To load bulky luggage, the compartment cover can be removed. 1. Remove the retaining straps on the


tailgate


2. Pull the luggage compartment cover out


towards the rear.


Unlock and fold 1. Pull lever 2. Fold the rear backrest forwards.


When folding the backrest back into its original position always ensure that the detent engages securely. A loose backrest might fail to prevent cargo from entering the passenger compartment during sudden braking or evasive maneu- vers, posing a potential hazard to occu- pants.<


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LOADING CARGO


Stowing cargo > Load heavy cargo as far forward as


possible — directly behind the backrests — and as low as possible


> Cover sharp edges and corners > Do not pile objects higher than the top


edge of the backrest


> For very heavy loads when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each safety belt in the opposite buckle. This provides addi- tional stabilization for the rear backrests.


Securing the load > For small, light items, secure using the luggage compartment net* or elastic straps


> For large, heavy items, see your MINI


center for load-securing devices*. Lashing eyes are provided at the inner corners of the luggage compartment for attaching these load-securing devices


> Comply with the information enclosed


with the load-securing devices.


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LOADING CARGO


ROOF-MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK*


Always position and secure the load carefully. If you do not, it can


When loading a roof-mounted luggage rack, ensure that there is


endanger the passengers during braking or evasive maneuvers. Do not exceed the permissible gross weight and axle load, see page 122, otherwise the vehicle’s operating safety is no longer assured and you are in violation of the law. Do not stow heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment without first securing them. Otherwise they would be thrown around during braking and evasive maneuvers and endanger the occupants.<


sufficient space for the movement of the sliding/tilt sunroof and that no objects protrude into the swiveling area of the tail- gate, as otherwise damage can occur.<


Do not secure the roof-mounted luggage rack to the trim panels/


strips: the lack of a secure hold could lead to damage or accidents.<


Special roof-mounted luggage racks for your MINI are available as acces-


sories from your MINI center.<


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OVERVIEW


CONTROLS


OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE


OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES


TECHNICAL DATA


INDEX


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Operation


BREAK-IN PROCEDURES


GENERAL DRIVING NOTES


To ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you comply with the following information:


Engine Up to 1,200 miles (2,000 km): Attempt to constantly vary both vehicle and engine speed during these initial miles while remembering to avoid engine speeds in excess of 4,500 rpm and/or vehicle speeds of over 95 mph (150 km/h). Absolutely avoid using the full-throttle or kickdown position for the accelerator. Once you have driven 1,200 miles (2,000 km), both the engine and vehicle speed can be gradually increased. You should also comply with these break-in procedures if the engine has to be replaced at a later point.


Tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture, tires do not achieve their full traction potential until after an initial break-in period. We therefore ask you to drive with extra care during the first 200 miles (300 km).


Brake system Approx. 300 miles (500 km) must be driven before the brake pads and rotors achieve the optimum pad-surface and wear patterns required for trouble-free opera- tion and an extended service life.


Clutch Roughly 300 miles (500 km) must be driven before the clutch starts to operate at optimum efficiency. Remember to engage

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