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OWNER'S MANUAL


MINI MINI CONVERTIBLE


CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MINI


This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.


CONTENTS


NOTES


About this Owner's Manual 6
Additional sources of information 6
Symbols used 6
Your individual vehicle 6
Editorial notice 7
For your own safety 7
Symbol on vehicle parts 8
Service and warranty 8
Reporting safety defects 9


© 2005 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 159 801
US-English VIII/05
Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.


OVERVIEW


CONTROLS


Cockpit 12
Display elements 13
Display elements with navigation system


or Cockpit Chrono Pack 14


Indicator and warning lamps 16
Multifunction steering wheel 20


Opening and closing: Keys 24
Central locking system 24
Opening and closing: from outside 25
Opening and closing: from inside 28
Tailgate 29
Electric power windows 31
Glass sunroof, electric 33
Roller sun blind 34
Convertible top with integrated sliding


sunroof 35


Wind deflector 40


Adjustments: Safe seating position 42
Seat adjustment 43
Head restraints 44
Entry to the rear 45
Safety belts 46
Seat heating 47
Steering wheel 47
Mirrors 48
Vehicle Memory 49
Transporting children safely 50


OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE


Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 96
General driving notes 96
Refueling 99


Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 101
Tire coding 105
Tire condition 106
Run Flat tires 108
New wheels and tires 109
Snow chains 110


Driving: Ignition lock 53
Starting the engine 53
Switching off the engine 54
Parking brake 54
Manual transmission 55
Automatic transmission with


Steptronic 56


Parking lamps/Low beams 59
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp


flasher 60


Instrument lighting 61
Fog lamps 61
Interior lamps 61
Washer/wiper system 62
Washer fluid 63
Cruise control 64


Everything under control: Odometer 66
Clock 66
Fuel gauge 66
Coolant temperature gauge 67
Tachometer 68
Service interval display 68
Onboard computer 69


Technology for safety and driving convenience: Driving stability control systems 71
Flat Tire Monitor 73
Airbags 75
Park Distance Control (PDC) 77


Controlling the climate for pleasant driving: Air conditioning system 78
Automatic climate control 81


Interior conveniences: Glove compartment 84
Center armrest 84
Drinks holders, ashtray 85
Cigarette lighter, 12 V power supply 85
Integrated universal remote control 86


Loading and transporting cargo: Luggage compartment in the MINI 88
Luggage compartment in the MINI


Convertible 89
Loading cargo 90
Roof-mounted luggage rack 93


CONTENTS


In the engine compartment: Bonnet 111
Engine compartment:


MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convertible 112 MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Convertible 113


Engine oil 114
Coolant 115
Brake system 117


Maintenance and care: MINI Maintenance System 118
Socket for Onboard Diagnostics


OBD 119


Caring for your vehicle 119
Vehicle storage 122


OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES


TECHNICAL DATA


Engine data 146
Dimensions: MINI 147
MINI Convertible 148


Weights:


MINI 149
MINI Convertible 150


Capacities 151


Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 126
Wiper blades 126
Lamps and bulbs 127
Repairing a flat tire 131
Space-saver spare tire 131
Changing tires 133
MINI Mobility System 135
Vehicle battery 138
Fuses 139


Giving and receiving assistance: Jump-starting 140
Towing and tow-starting 141


INDEX


Everything from A to Z 154


NOTES


About this Owner's Manual In compiling this Owner's Manual we have made every effort to furnish you with a convenient reference source affording quick access to all the essentials. The fast- est way to find detailed information on any specific subject is to turn to the compre- hensive index at the back of the manual. If you wish to gain an initial overview of your vehicle, you will find this in the first chap- ter. Should you wish to sell your MINI at some time in the future, please remember to hand over this Owner's Manual to the new owner; it is an important part of the vehicle.


Additional sources of information You can find more information about the MINI, for example on its technology, on the Internet at www.MINI.com. If you have any additional questions, your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you.


Symbols used


Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and seri- ous damage to the vehicle.


Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle.


Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment.


< Marks the end of a specific item of infor- mation.


* Indicates special equipment, country- specific equipment and optional extras, as well as equipment and functions not yet available at the time of printing.


Vehicle Memory, refer to page 49. Identifies functions that can be spe-


cifically adapted for a particular vehicle. These adjustments can be performed by your MINI Dealer.


Your individual vehicle The manufacturer of your MINI is the Bay- erische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, BMW AG. On purchasing your MINI, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment that the manufac- turer of your MINI makes available with a specific model range. We hope you will understand that equip- ment and features are included that you might not have chosen for your vehicle. To assist you in identifying possible variations between your own vehicle and the man- ual's contents, the passages describing optional accessories and special equipment are marked with an asterisk *. If your MINI features equipment not described in this Owner's Manual, please observe the enclosed Supplementary Owner's Manuals.


NOTES


Editorial notice The manufacturer pursues a policy of con- tinuous, ongoing development that is con- ceived to ensure that MINI vehicles con- tinue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this rea- son, the features described in this Owner's Manual could, in rare cases, differ from those in your vehicle.


Should you encounter driveability prob- lems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high-quality brand. Failure to comply with these recommenda- tions may result in unscheduled mainte- nance. Obey pertinent safety rules when you are handling gasoline.<


Maintenance and repair:


Advanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and powerful elec- tronics, requires specially adapted mainte- nance and repair methods. Have the neces- sary work on your MINI carried out by a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has spe- cially trained personnel working in accor- dance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer. Work that is improperly car- ried out could result in consequential dam- age and pose safety hazards.<


For your own safety Fuels:


Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels containing up to and including 10%


ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8% oxygen by weight, i.e. 15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equivalent amount of co-solvent, will not void the applicable war- ranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship. Field experience has indi- cated significant differences in fuel quality, i.e. volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada. The use of poor-quality fuels may result in driveabil- ity, starting and stalling problems espe- cially under certain environmental condi- tions, such as high ambient temperature and high altitude.


California Proposition 65 warning: California laws require us to state the fol- lowing warning.


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


including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain flu- ids contained in vehicles and certain prod- ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related acces- sories contain lead and lead compounds. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thor- oughly with soap and water.<


NOTES


Parts and accessories:


For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by


the manufacturer of the MINI. When you purchase accessories tested and approved by the manufacturer of the MINI and Original MINI Parts, you simulta- neously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by the manu- facturer of the MINI to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehi- cle. The manufacturer of the MINI warrants these parts to be free from defects in mate- rial and workmanship. The manufacturer of the MINI will not accept any liability for damages resulting from installation of parts and accessories not approved by the manufacturer of the MINI. The manufacturer of the MINI cannot test every product from other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a MINI safely and without risk to either the vehicle, its opera- tion, or its occupants. Original MINI Parts, MINI Accessories and other products approved by the manufac- turer of the MINI, together with profes- sional advice on using these items, are available from all MINI Dealers. Installation and operation of non-MINI


approved accessories such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension components, brake dust shields, telephones, including operation of any portable cellular phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna, or transceiver equip- ment, e.g. CB, walkie-talkie, ham radio or similar, may cause extensive damage to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the validity of the MINI Limited Warranty. See your MINI Dealer for additional infor- mation.<


Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems must be performed by an autho- rized MINI Dealership or individual using certified MINI parts.<


Symbol on vehicle parts


Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Man-


ual for information on a particular part or assembly.


Service and warranty This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. We recommend that you read this publica- tion thoroughly. Your MINI is covered by the following war- ranties: >New Vehicle Limited Warranty >Rust Perforation Limited Warranty >Federal Emissions System Defect War-


ranty


>Federal Emissions Performance War-


ranty


>California Emission Control System Lim-


ited Warranty.


Detailed information about these warran- ties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.


For Canadian customers: Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may tele- phone the toll-free hotline 1-800-333- 0510, or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD, Palace de Ville Tower C, 330 Spark Street, Ottawa ON K1A 0N5.


NOTES


Reporting safety defects For US customers: The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to noti- fying the MINI Division of BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, telephone toll- free 1-866-275-6464. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehi- cle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.


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OVERVIEW


CONTROLS


OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE


OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES


TECHNICAL DATA


INDEX


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Overview


COCKPIT


1 >Parking lamps/Low beams 59


>Turn signal indicators 60
>Standing lamps 59
>High beams 60
>Headlamp flasher 60
>Onboard computer 69


2 Washer/wiper system 62
3 Instrument lighting 61
4 Outside mirror adjustment 48
5 Hazard warning flashers


6 Bonnet release 111
7 Adjusting steering wheel 47
8 Horn 9 Socket for Onboard Diagnostics


OBD 119


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DISPLAY ELEMENTS


1 Tachometer 68


with indicator and warning lamps, page 16 ff


2 Display for onboard computer 69


without onboard computer: Display of outside temperature and cur- rent vehicle speed


3 Speedometer with indicator and warn-


ing lamps, page 16 ff


4 Indicator for


>Odometer 66
>Trip odometer 66
>Service interval 68
>Program indicator for automatic transmission with Steptronic 57


>Clock


5 Trip odometer, reset to zero 66


Setting the clock 66


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6 Fuel gauge 67
7 Engine coolant temperature gauge 67


DISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM* OR COCKPIT CHRONO PACK*


1 Tachometer 68


with indicator and warning lamps, page 16 ff


3 Speedometer with indicator and warn-


ing lamps, page 16 ff


4 Trip odometer, reset to zero 66


2 Display for onboard computer


Setting the clock 66


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5 Indicator for


>Odometer 66
>Trip odometer 66
>Service interval 68
>Program indicator for automatic transmission with Steptronic 57


>Clock


DISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM* OR COCKPIT CHRONO PACK*


1 Indicator and warning lamps, page 16 ff 2 Fuel gauge 67


For more information about the navigation system, refer to the Owner's Manual for Navigation System.


3 Engine oil temperature 4 Engine oil pressure 5 Coolant temperature


6 Indicator and warning lamps, page 16 ff 7 Fuel gauge 67


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INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS


Technology that monitors itself The system runs a check on the indicator and warning lamps marked by + when you turn the key in the ignition lock. They each light up once for different periods of time. If a malfunction should occur in one of these systems, the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine is started or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. You will see below the correct way to react to this.


Red: stop immediately


Battery charge current + The battery is no longer being charged. Indicates a defective alter-


nator drive belt or a problem with the charge circuit. Please contact your MINI Dealer.


If the drive belt is defective, do not continue driving. The engine could be


damaged due to overheating. When the power-assist is deactivated, increased steering effort is required.<


Engine oil pressure + The engine oil pressure is too low. Pull over immediately and switch


off the engine. Please contact your MINI Dealer.


Do not continue driving; otherwise, the engine could be damaged because of inadequate lubrication.<


Brake warning lamp + Lights up although the parking brake is released. The brake fluid level is too low. Before driving further, be sure to comply with the information on page 117. Have the system checked imme- diately.


Display of the malfunction described above in Canadian mod- els.


If equipped with a navigation system or Cockpit Chrono Pack:


Coolant temperature warning lamp in the navigation system or Cockpit Chrono Pack +


Lights up while driving: Engine is too hot. Pull over to the side of the road immediately, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down, refer also to page 67. Have the system checked immediately.


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INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS


Yellow: stop immediately Flat Tire Monitor + The warning lamp indicates a flat tire or a system malfunction. In the


event of a flat tire, an acoustic signal also sounds. Reduce speed immediately and stop the vehicle. It is possible that the acoustic signal was not heard. In this case, in order to deter- mine if there is a flat tire or a system mal- function: 1. Switch off the ignition, ignition key posi-


tion 0


2. Switch the ignition back on, ignition key


position 2, or start the engine.


If an acoustic signal sounds, you have a flat tire. Otherwise, the system has a malfunc- tion or has failed. For instructions on how to proceed further, refer to Flat Tire Monitor, page 74 ff.


Red and yellow: continue driving cautiously


Brake warning light together with yellow indicator lamp for ABS, CBC, EBD and ASC/DSC: The driving stability control has failed. Drive cautiously and defen- sively. Avoid full brake applications. Have the system checked as soon as possible.


More information on page 71.


Display of the malfunction described above in Canadian mod- els.


Red: an important reminder


Brake warning lamp with parking brake applied. More information on the parking


brake on page 54.


Warning lamp in Canadian models.


Fasten safety belts + Lights up for several seconds or until the safety belt has been fas-


tened. A signal* also sounds depending on the version. More information on page 46.


Bonnet/Tailgate Lights up when the bonnet and/or tailgate are open.


More information on pages 29, 111.


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INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS


Red: check as soon as possible


Yellow: check as soon as possible


Airbags + There is a malfunction in the airbag system. Have the system checked


Antilock Brake System (ABS) + The ABS has failed. Conventional braking efficiency is available. Have


as soon as possible. More information on page 76.


the system checked as soon as possible. More information on page 71.


Brake pads The brake pads have reached the minimum safe limit for lining wear. Have the brake pads replaced immediately. More information on page 117.


Display of the malfunction described above in Canadian mod- els. All Season traction Control (ASC)/ Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) + Indicator lamp flashes:


System active: drive and braking forces are regulated. The indicator lamp stays lit: ASC/DSC deac- tivated with button or defective. In the event of a defect: have the system checked as soon as possible. More information on page 71.


Engine + The exhaust emissions have deteri- orated.


Have the vehicle checked as soon as possi- ble.


Display of the malfunction described above in Canadian mod- els. Engine electronics* + The engine electronics are mal- functioning. You can continue to


drive with reduced engine output or engine speed. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.


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INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS


Yellow: for your information


Green: for your information


Blue: for your information


The warning lamp* comes on. The gas cap is not correctly closed or missing. Check if the gas cap is


correctly closed.


High beams Comes on when the high beams are on or the headlamp flasher is


actuated. More information on page 60.


Turn signal indicator Flashes when turn signal indicator is on.


Rapid flashing: at least one of the turn sig- nal indicators has failed. More information on page 60.


Cruise control Lights up when the cruise control is activated: operation via the multi- function steering wheel or multifunction sports steering wheel. More information on page 64.


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MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEEL*


Multifunction sports steering wheel The multifunction sports steering wheel comes with integrated control buttons enabling you to operate the following func- tions quickly and safely, without having to take your eyes from the road: >Some audio source functions >Cruise control >Telephone.


Multifunction sports steering wheel 1 Call up and continue cruise control 2 Store and increase speed 3 Activate/interrupt/deactivate cruise


control


4 Store and decrease speed


5 Fast forward/rewind or scroll through


phone book:


>Radio


Press briefly: next/previous station stored in memory Extended pressure: station scan


>CD/MD


Press briefly: jump to next track Extended pressure: search within current title


>Cassette


Press briefly: jump to next track or stop fast forward Extended pressure: fast forward


If the Wave radio is installed, the above options for cassette player


operation are not available.<


6 Volume up/down 7 Switch between telephone and other


audio sources


8 Accept or terminate a phone call


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OVERVIEW


CONTROLS


OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE


OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES


TECHNICAL DATA


INDEX


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Controls


KEYS


Spare key For keeping in a safe place, e.g. in your wal- let. This key is not intended for constant use.


Depending on your vehicle's equipment vesion, you will have received the following keys: 1 Master keys with remote control 2 Spare key


Master keys with remote control In every master key with remote control, there is an extended-life battery as a power supply that is charged automatically in the ignition lock as you drive. You should therefore use each master key at least twice a year to maintain the charge sta- tus. Depending on which master key the vehicle detects when it is unlocked, different settings will be called up and executed inside the vehi- cle, refer to Vehicle Memory on page 49.


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CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM


The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed. The doors, the tailgate and the fuel filler door are unlocked or locked. The central locking system locks or unlocks your vehicle: >When operated from the outside via the


remote control as well as via the door lock


>When operated from the inside via a


switch


>The vehicle is unlocked automatically


when the ignition key is pulled out of the ignition switch.


If operated from outside, the anti-theft sys- tem is activated at the same time. This pre- vents the doors from being unlocked via safety lock buttons or door handles. In the event of a sufficiently severe acci- dent, the central locking system unlocks automatically. The hazard warning flashers and interior lamps are also switched on.


OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE


Via remote control When the vehicle is unlocked or locked, the anti-theft system is also deactivated/acti- vated and the interior lamp is switched on/ off.


Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: >This device may not cause harmful inter-


ference, and


>this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.


Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equip- ment.<


People or animals could lock the doors from the inside. Always take the vehicle keys with you so that the vehi- cle can be opened again from the outside at any time.<


For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC, Federal Communi- cations Commission, regulations. Opera- tion is governed by the following: FCC ID: LX8765S LX8765E LX8CAS


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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE


Locking and securing Press button The hazard warning flashers flash once.


button briefly.


Unlocking the tailgate Press the The rear and side turn signal indicators flash twice. The tailgate can be unlocked separately if the vehicle has been locked via central lock- ing.


Open the tailgate within 20 seconds, refer to page 29, or it will otherwise


be locked again automatically. The rear and side turn signal indicators flash once. If the tailgate was previously locked, then it is locked again after it is closed.<


cally. The anti-theft system is not acti- vated.<


You can have the vehicle's automatic locking feature activated/deacti-


vated.<


button pressed.


Convenience opening mode Hold the In the MINI, the windows and the glass sunroof are opened. In the MINI Convertible, the windows and the sliding sunroof are opened. To open the convertible top on the MINI Convertible: release the button and press it again until the convertible top is com- pletely open.


Convenience closing is not possible by means of the remote control.<


You can have remote control opening of the windows, glass sunroof or con-


vertible top activated/deactivated.<


1 Unlocking and convenience opening 2 Locking and securing 3 Unlocking the tailgate


To unlock 1. Press button .


The driver's door is unlocked. The interior lamps are switched on and the hazard warning flashers flash twice*


2. Press the


button again.


First the driver's door will unlock, then the entire vehicle.


You can have this function activated/ deactivated.<


If none of the vehicle doors are opened within 2 minutes, the central locking system locks the vehicle automati-


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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE


Malfunction Local radio waves can interfere with func- tions of the remote control. If this occurs, lock and unlock the vehicle via a door lock. In the event of a system malfunction, please contact your MINI Dealer. You can also obtain replacement keys there.


If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle with the remote control, then


the battery is discharged. Use the corre- sponding key for a longer journey so that its battery can be recharged.<


Via the door lock 1. Turn the key.


The driver's door is unlocked.


2. Turn the key again.


All other doors, the tailgate and the fuel filler door are unlocked.


You can have this function activated/ deactivated.<


When the vehicle is locked, the hazard warning flashers flash once. When the vehicle is unlocked, the hazard warning flashers flash twice*.


Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, the driver's door can be unlocked or locked by turning the key in the door lock to the end positions.


Convenience closing via the door lock You can also close the power windows, glass sunroof or the convertible top via the door lock. With the door closed, hold the key in the locking position. In the MINI Convertible, the convertible top is closed first and then the side windows.


You can have the closing of the win- dows and glass sunroof via the door


lock activated/deactivated.<


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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM INSIDE


This switch locks or unlocks the doors and tailgate when the front doors are closed, but the anti-theft system is not activated. The fuel filler door remains unlocked.


To lock >Briefly press the switch downward or >push down the safety lock button on the passenger door. To prevent yourself from being locked outside the vehicle acciden- tally, the driver's door cannot be locked with its safety lock button while it is open.


After you have driven off, the central locking system automatically locks


your vehicle once a certain speed has been reached.<


You can have this function activated/ deactivated and the speed set.<


People or animals inside the vehicle could lock the doors from the inside. Always take the vehicle's keys with you so that you can open the vehicle again from the outside at any time.<


To unlock and open the doors 1. Briefly press the switch upward 2. Pull the respective door handle over the armrest or pull the door handle for each door twice: The first pull unlocks the door, the sec- ond pull opens it.


Convenience opening mode Press the central locking switch and hold it pressed. MINI: Windows and glass sunroof are opened. MINI Convertible: Windows and sliding sunroof are opened. To open the convertible top: Release the switch, then press it upwards until the convertible top is completely open and the windows are again closed.


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TAILGATE


To open from the outside Press the button in the handle strip or the button on the remote control, refer to page 26. The tailgate is unlocked and can be opened.


Tailgate on the MINI Convertible


To close


The maximum load that may be placed on the open tailgate is


175 lbs/80 kg.<


To avoid injuries, as with all closing procedures be sure that the travel


path of the tailgate is clear when it is closed.<


Handle recesses on the MINI The handle recesses in the interior trim panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull it down.


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TAILGATE


Manual release in the MINI Convertible In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also unlock the tailgate manually. 1. Use a master key or ignition key to


release the catches of the rear backrests, refer to Through-loading system on page 89


Manual release in the MINI In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also unlock the tailgate manually. 1. Fold the rear seat bench upward 2. Pull the ring.


The tailgate is released.


2. Fold the rear bench seat upward and


remove the hook attached to it


3. Using the hook, reach backward


between the convertible top and the rear backrest to pull one of the levers for releasing the folding rear backrests, refer to page 90


4. Fold rear backrests forward


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TAILGATE


ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS


5. Pull the handle, see arrow.


The tailgate is released.


To open the windows >Press the switch downwards.


The window opens until you release the switch or


>Tap the switch downwards.


The window opens automatically. Tapping the switch again stops the oper- ation.


To close the windows


Make sure that the closing range of the windows is unobstructed, other- wise personal injury could result when the windows close.<


From ignition key position 1: Press the switch upwards. The window closes until you release the switch.


Watch the closing process to ensure that no one is injured.<


After the ignition has been switched off: You can continue using the electric power windows for a limited period as long as no one opens either of the doors.


When leaving the vehicle, always take the ignition key with you. Other- wise children could operate the power win- dows and injure themselves.<


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Do not close the windows until the closing procedure for the convertible top is finished. Otherwise it is not ensured that the side windows will close properly against the rubber seals of the convertible top. Convertible top, refer to page 35. While the vehicle is in motion, always close the rear windows first or all four windows at the same time. Otherwise the windows will not close tightly if the vehicle is being driven at higher speeds.<


ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS


Convenience operation For convenience operation using the remote control refer to page 26, for opera- tion via the door lock refer to page 27.


To initialize power windows


If the battery is disconnected, e.g. for changing batteries or vehicle storage, reinitialize the power windows. Otherwise the windows will not be lowered when the convertible top or doors are opened.<


1. Close the doors 2. Close both windows 3. Press both switches of the power win- dows upwards for approx. one second.


In the event of a system malfunction, please contact your MINI Dealer.


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Power windows in the MINI Convertible To open the windows: >Tap the button:


First the rear windows, then the front windows open automatically. Tapping the switch again stops the oper- ation.


>Press the button:


First the rear windows, then the front windows open until the button is released.


To close the windows: Press the button. First the rear windows, then the front win- dows close until the button is released.


GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC*


To raise Press the switch. >The closed glass sunroof is raised. >The closed glass sunroof automatically


moves into the raised position.


Do not use force to close the glass sunroof from its raised position, oth- erwise the mechanism will be damaged.<


To open and close


Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for the opening path of the glass sunroof; otherwise damage can occur. Observe the glass sunroof while it is closing, to make sure that no one is injured.<


>Push the switch backwards to the resis-


tance point. The glass sunroof opens for as long as the switch is held in this position.


>Push the switch backwards past the


resistance point. The glass sunroof opens automatically. Tapping the switch again stops the operation.


The glass sunroof is closed in the same manner by pushing the switch forward.


After the ignition has been switched off You can continue using the glass sunroof for a limited period as long as no one opens either of the doors. If a door is opened during operation, the opening/closing process stops immedi- ately.


When leaving the vehicle, remove the ignition key from the lock and close the doors. Otherwise children could oper- ate the sunroof and injure themselves.<


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ROLLER SUN BLIND*


Manual opening and closing In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also open and close the glass sun- roof manually: 1. Slide the cover panel towards the inte-


rior and remove it


2. Move the glass sunroof in the desired


direction using the hexagon wrench from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 126.


To open 1. Press the button in the handle, see


arrow 1, the cap is unlocked


2. Guide the roller sun blind towards the


back.


To close 1. Use the handle to pull the roller sun


blind forwards


2. Engage the handle in the device, see


arrow 2.


GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC*


Trap protection If, while closing, the glass sunroof encoun- ters resistance within roughly the last 8 in/ 20 cm, the closing procedure is interrupted and the roof reopens.


Despite the trap protection, be extremely careful that the travel path of the sunroof is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Otherwise, it is not guaranteed that the closing procedure will be inter- rupted, for instance if the obstructions offer very little resistance. You can disable the trap protection by pressing the switch past the pressure point and holding it. When closing the sunroof from the raised position, ensure that the travel path of the sunroof is not obstructed since the trap protection is not active in this position.<


Convenience operation For convenience operation using the remote control refer to page 26, for opera- tion via the door lock refer to page 27.


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CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOF


Opening and closing the sliding sunroof To close: Press button 1


The LED in the button flashes if the sliding sunroof is not completely closed and the driver's door is opened.<


To open: Press button 2 until the desired position is reached. The sliding sunroof can be operated up to a road speed of 75 mph / 120 km/h.


Power convertible top So that you can get the most enjoyment out of your MINI Convertible, please observe the following tips: >It is recommended that you close the


convertible top whenever the vehicle is parked. The closed convertible top not only pro- tects the vehicle interior from damage due to unforeseen bad weather, but also provides a certain degree of protection against theft


>Even when the convertible top is closed,


keep valuable items in the locked lug- gage compartment or in the lockable glove compartment


>Do not mount any roof rack systems on


the convertible top


>To avoid damage, do not operate the


convertible top at temperatures below 147/–106.


Do not leave the convertible top folded for more than one day if it is wet, to prevent permanent damage from moisture. Do not place any objects on the convertible top, as they could otherwise fall off while the convertible top is being oper- ated and result in damage or personal injury.<


Driving off before an opening or clos- ing procedure is completely finished


can lead to damage or personal injury. Make sure that the convertible top's travel path is clear and do not reach into the con- vertible top mechanism during opening or closing procedures, otherwise injuries may result. Keep children away from the swivel- ing area of the convertible top while it is in operation.<


Before closing the convertible top, remove any foreign objects from the windshield frame. They could prevent the convertible top from closing.


To conserve battery power, if possible operate the convertible top only


while the engine is running. Only operate the convertible top when the vehicle is at a standstill. Otherwise, the pro- cedure cannot be carried out or it will be interrupted. In order to operate the convertible top, the loading aid must be locked and the luggage compartment cover must be in its lower position, refer to page 89.<


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CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOF


To close: Press button 1 until the convertible top and sliding sunroof are closed. If the convertible top is left open for a longer period of time, it may be necessary to support the first automatic closing pro- cedure. If the convertible top or sliding sun- roof stops just before the closing procedure is finished: 1. Unlock the loading aid, refer to page 89
2. Close the convertible top and sliding


sunroof completely


3. Lock the loading aid, refer to page 89.


Opening and closing the convertible top Observe the instructions and safety precau- tions described above. To open: While the vehicle is stationary, press but- ton 2 to open the sliding sunroof. Pressing

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