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range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
The concept The onboard computer integrates the functions of a large number of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a single central position. The following section provides an introduction to basic menu navigation. The con- trol of the individual functions is described in connection with the relevant equipment.
Make entries only when traffic and road conditions permit; otherwise, you may endanger vehicle occupants and other road users by being distracted.<
Overview of operating elements
Controls
To switch on, press the MINI joystick.
MINI joystick with buttons Selecting menu items and carrying out settings. 1. Turning 1 and pressing 2.
1 Control Display 2 MINI joystick with buttons
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2. Tilting in four directions.
Opening the main menu Press the
button.
Buttons on MINI joystick
Button
Function
Accessing the main menu
Changing to another menu
Operating principle As of radio readiness, the following message appears on the Control Display:
All functions of the onboard computer can be accessed via the main menu.
Selecting a menu item Menu items displayed in white can be selected. 1. Turn the MINI joystick until the desired
menu item is highlighted.
To hide the message: Press the MINI joystick. The main menu is displayed. The message is automatically hidden after approx. 10 seconds.
2. Press the MINI joystick. A new menu is displayed or the function is exe- cuted. Using the button on the MINI joystick: Press the Each time that the button is pressed, the menu items "Navigation", "Radio", "CD/Multimedia" and "Telephone" are called up, one after another.
button.
Menu items in the Owner's Manual In the Owner's Manual, the menu items that should be selected are depicted in quotation marks, e.g. "Settings".
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Changing between panels After selecting a menu item, e.g. "Radio", a new menu is displayed on a panel. The panels can overlap. > Move the MINI joystick to the left.
Current panel is closed and the previous panel is displayed.
> Move the MINI joystick to the right.
The following is displayed in the "Options" menu: > Screen settings. > Control options for the selected menu.
Adjusting settings 1. Select a field. 2. Turn the MINI joystick until the desired set-
The new panel is opened and placed on top.
ting is displayed.
Arrows pointing left or right indicate that addi- tional panels can be accessed.
3. Press the MINI joystick to confirm the set-
ting.
View of a menu that has been called up In general, when a menu is called up, the panel that was last selected in the menu is displayed. To display the first panel of the menu: Move the MINI joystick as often to the left as necessary until the first panel is displayed.
Opening the Options menu Move the MINI joystick to the right repeatedly until the "Options" menu is displayed.
Activating/deactivating functions Some menu items are preceded by a check box. It indicates whether the function is activated or deactivated. Selecting the menu item activates or deactivates the function.
Function is activated. Function is deactivated.
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Example: setting the clock 1. Press the
button.
The main menu is displayed.
2. Turn the MINI joystick until "Settings" is
selected, and press the MINI joystick.
Status information
3. Turn the MINI joystick until "Time/Date" is
selected, and press the MINI joystick.
4. Turn the MINI joystick until "Time:" is selected, and press the MINI joystick.
5. Turn the MINI joystick to set the hours and
press the MINI joystick.
6. Turn the MINI joystick to set the minutes and
press the MINI joystick.
1 Time 2 Telephone status
> Incoming, outgoing or missed call > Roaming active > Text message received
Reception strength of the wireless net-
work, depends on the mobile phone
4 Display for:
> Entertainment:
Radio, CD, external devices
> Telephone:
Name of the mobile phone paired with the vehicle Sound output is switched off or
display for traffic bulletins: > "TI":
Traffic bulletins are switched on.
> No display:
Traffic bulletins are switched off.
Other displays: Status information is temporarily hidden during Check Control message displays or entries via the voice activation system.
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Letters and numbers
Letters and numbers
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Entering letters and numbers 1. Turn the MINI joystick: select the letters or
numbers.
2. Select additional letters or numbers if
needed.
3. "OK": Confirm entry.
Switching between letters and numbers Depending on the menu, you can switch between entering letters and numbers:
Symbol
Function
Entering letters
Entering numbers
Switching between uppercase and lowercase letters Depending on the menu, you can switch between entering uppercase letters and lower- case letters:
Symbol
Function
Move the MINI joystick forward: to switch from uppercase letters to lower- case letters
Move the MINI joystick forward: to switch from lowercase letters to upper- case letters
Symbol
Function
Press the MINI joystick: delete one letter or num- ber
Press and hold the MINI joystick: delete all let- ters or numbers
Enter a blank space
Wordmatch concept during navigation Entry of names and addresses: the selection is narrowed down every time a letter is entered and letters may be added automatically. Destination search: the entries are continuously compared to the data stored in the vehicle. > The only letters offered for entering
addresses are those for which data are avail- able.
> Town/city names can be entered with the spelling used in any of the languages avail- able on the Control Display.
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Voice activation system
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
The concept > By using the voice activation system, most of
the functions that are displayed on the Control Display can be operated via voice commands. The system supports the entry process by means of announcements.
> Functions that can only be used while the
vehicle is not moving cannot be operated via the voice activation system.
> The system includes a special microphone in
the vicinity of the rearview mirror.
Prerequisite So that voice commands can be identified, set a language on the Control Display that is sup- ported by the voice activation system. To set the language, see page 67.
Symbols in the Owner's Manual
{...} Say the specified commands word for word. {{...}} Indicates responses of the voice acti- vation system.
Saying commands
Activating voice activation system 1. Press the
button on the steering wheel.
This symbol on the Control Display and
an acoustic signal indicate that the voice activation system is ready to receive spoken commands.
2. Say the command.
The command appears on the Control Dis- play. This symbol is displayed on the Control Dis- play when you can enter additional commands. If no further commands are possible, continue by operating the item of equipment via the onboard computer.
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Using alternative commands There are often a number of commands to run a function, e.g.:
{Radio} or {Radio on}
Carrying out functions through short commands Main menu functions can be executed immedi- ately by short commands, almost regardless of which menu item is selected, e.g., {Vehicle sta- tus}. List of voice activation system short commands, see page 232.
Opening the main menu
{Main menu}
Example: selecting the track of a CD 1. Switch on Entertainment sound output if
necessary. 2. Press the
button on the steering wheel.
3. Select the music track, e.g.:
{C D track …} The system replies: {{Track …}}
Setting the voice dialog You can set whether the voice activation system uses the standard dialog or the short version. With the short version of the spoken dialog, the requests and responses of the voice activation system are shortened. 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units"
Terminating or canceling voice activation system Press the or
button on the steering wheel
{Cancel}
Commands Individual menu items on the Control Display can be voiced as commands. The commands that are possible depend upon which menu is currently shown on the Control Display. There are short commands for functions in the main menu. Some list items, for example telephone book listings, can also be selected using the voice acti- vation system. In particular, say the list items exactly as they are displayed in the respective list.
Having the possible commands read aloud Having the possible commands read aloud:
{Voice commands}
For example if you have selected "CD" the sys- tem will read aloud the possible commands for operating the CD player.
Help for the voice activation system Calling up Help:
{Help}
Additional commands for Help: > {Help with examples}: Information about
the current operating options and the most important commands for them are announced.
> {Help with voice activation}: Information regarding the principles behind the voice activation system is announced.
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3. "Speech mode:"
4. Select a setting:
> "Default" > "Short"
Notes For voice commands, bear in mind the follow- ing: > Do not use the voice activation system to ini-
tiate an emergency call. In stressful situa- tions, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establish- ment of a telephone connection.
> Pronounce the commands and digits
smoothly and at normal volume, avoiding excessive emphases and pauses. The same applies to spelling when entering a destina- tion for navigation.
> Always speak the commands in the lan-
guage of the voice activation system.
> When selecting a radio station, use the stan-
dard pronunciation of the station name {Select station} e.g. W-PLJ
> Keep the doors, windows and glass roof
closed to prevent interference from outside noise.
> Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
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DRIVING TIPS
NAVIGATION
ENTERTAINMENT
COMMUNICATIONS
MOBILITY
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Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
In addition, information about service require- ments is stored in the remote control, refer to Service data in the remote control, page 206.
New remote controls Your MINI dealer can supply new remote con- trols as additional units or as replacements in the event of loss.
Keys/remote controls
Buttons on the remote control
Integrated key
1 Opening the tailgate 2 Unlocking 3 Locking
General information Each remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is recharged when it is in the igni- tion lock while the car is being driven. You should therefore use each remote control at least twice a year to maintain the charge status. In vehicles equipped with Comfort Access, the remote control contains a replaceable battery, page 34. If more than one remote control unit is used, the settings called up and implemented depend on which remote control is recognized when the car is unlocked, refer to Personal Profile, page 26.
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Press button 1 to release the key. The integrated key fits the following locks: > Driver's door, page 29
Personal Profile
The concept The functions of your MINI can be set individu- ally. By means of Personal Profiles, most of these settings are stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. When you unlock the car, the remote control is recognized and the settings stored for it are called up and implemented. This means that your settings will be activated for you, even if in the meantime your car was used by someone else with another remote con- trol and the corresponding settings. At most three remote controls can be set for three different people. A prerequisite is that each person uses a separate remote control.
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Personal Profile settings For more information on specific settings, refer to the specified pages. > Response of the central locking system
when the car is being unlocked 27
> Automatic locking of the vehicle 30
> Triple turn signal activation 53
> Settings for the displays on the onboardcomputer, in the speedometer and in the tachometer: > 12 h/24 h mode of the clock 64
> Date format 65
> Brightness of the Control Display 68
> Language on the Control Display 67
> Units of measure for fuel consumption, distance covered/remaining distances and temperature 62> Light settings:
> Pathway lighting 82
> Daytime running lights 82> Automatic climate control: activating/deac- tivating the AUTO program, setting the tem- perature, air volume and air distribution 87
> Entertainment:
> Audio volume 135
> Tone control 135Central locking system
The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed. The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the following: > Doors > Tailgate > Fuel filler flap
Operating from outside > Via the remote control > Using the door lock > In cars with Comfort Access, via the door handles on the driver's and passenger's sides
The remote control can also be used to switch on/off the welcome lamps and interior lamps. The alarm system is also activated or deacti- vated, page 31.
Operating from inside Button for central locking system, page 30. In the event of a sufficiently severe accident, the central locking system unlocks automatically. In addition, the hazard warning flashers and inte- rior lamps come on.
Opening and closing: from outside
Persons or animals in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside. Take the key with you when you leave the vehicle so that the vehicle can be opened from the out- side.<
Using the remote control
Unlocking Press the The welcome lamps and interior lamps come on.
button.
Unlocking mode You can also set which parts of the car are unlocked. The setting is stored for the remote control in use.
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1. "Settings"
2. "Door locks" 3. "Unlock button"
4. Select a menu item:
> "All doors"
Press the the entire vehicle.
button once to unlock
> "Driver's door only"
Press the button once to unlock only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap. Press the button twice to unlock the entire vehicle.
Convenient opening Press and hold the The power windows are opened and the glass roof is tilted.
button.
Convenient closing is not possible by means of the remote control.<
Locking Press the
button.
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there is any person inside, because the
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vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.<
Setting confirmation signals To have the vehicle confirm when it has been locked or unlocked. 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3. "Flash when lock/unlock"
4. Press the MINI joystick.
Flashing when locking/unlocking the vehicle
is switched on.
Switching on interior lamps While the car is locked: Press the You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages, etc.
button.
Unlocking tailgate Press the and then release it.
button for approx. 1 second
When it is opened, the tailgate swings out and up toward the rear. Make sure that
adequate clearance is available before opening. To prevent accidentally locking yourself out, do not place the key down in the cargo area. If the tailgate was locked before opening, it will be locked again after it is closed. Before and after each trip, check that the tail- gate has not been inadvertently unlocked.<
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Malfunctions The remote control may malfunction due to local radio waves. If this occurs, unlock and lock the car at the door lock with the integrated key. If the car can no longer be locked with a remote control, the battery in the remote control is dis- charged. Use this remote control during an extended drive; this will recharge the battery, page 26.
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communications Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID: LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: > This device must not cause harmful interfer-
ence, 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 equipment.<
Using the door lock
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there is any person inside, because the
vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.<
When there is no alarm system or Comfort Access, only the driver's door is locked
with the door lock.< To lock all doors, the fuel filler flap, and the tail- gate together: > With the doors closed, press the interior cen-
tral locking button, page 30, to lock the vehicle.
> Unlocking and opening the driver or passen-
ger door, page 30.
Lock the vehicle.
> Lock the driver's door with the integrated
key via the door lock, or
> Press the safety lock button on the pas- senger's door and close the door from the outside.
Convenience operation With an alarm system or Comfort Access, the windows and glass roof can be operated via the door lock.
Opening/closing Hold the key in the position for unlocking or locking.
Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured. Releasing the
key stops the operation.<
Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, the driver's door can be unlocked or locked by turn- ing the integrated key in the door lock to the end positions.
You can set which parts of the car are unlocked, page 27.
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Automatic locking You can also set the situations in which the car locks. The setting is stored for the remote con- trol in use. 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3. Select a menu item:
> "Lock if no door is opened"
The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle after a short time if no door has been opened.
> "Lock after start. to drive"
The central locking system locks the vehicle as soon as you begin to drive.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Tailgate
To avoid damage, make sure there is sufficient clearance before opening the
tailgate.<
While driving, sharp objects or objects with edges may strike against the rear window and damage the heating element for the rear window. Assure that there are no objects with sharp edges near the rear win- dow.<
Opening and closing: from inside
The switch locks or unlocks the doors and tail- gate when the doors are closed, but the anti- theft system is not activated. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
Unlocking and opening > Either unlock the doors together using the
switch for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest or
> Pull on the door handle of either door twice: the first time unlocks the door, the second time opens it.
Locking > Press the switch or > Press down the safety lock button of a door. To prevent you from being locked out, the open driver's door cannot be locked using the lock button.
Persons or animals in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside. Take the key with you when you leave the vehicle so that the vehicle can be opened from the out- side.<
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In some market-specific versions, the tail- gate cannot be unlocked using the remote
control unless the vehicle is unlocked first. Only drive with the tailgate fully closed; other- wise, the tail lamps will be obscured and driving safety will be compromised.<
Press the top side of the MINI emblem, arrow, or button on the remote control Press the for approx. 1 second and then release it. The tailgate is unlocked.
Closing
Make sure that the closing path of the tail- gate is clear; otherwise, injuries may
occur.<
Take the remote control with you and do not put it into the luggage compartment: otherwise, the remote control can be locked in the vehicle when the tailgate is closed.<
The handle recesses on the interior trim panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull it down.
Alarm system
The concept The alarm system, when activated, reacts if: > A door, the engine compartment lid or the
tailgate is opened
> There is movement inside the car > The car's inclination changes, for instance if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to towing it away > There is an interruption in the power supply
from the battery
The alarm system briefly indicates unauthorized entry or tampering by means of: > An acoustic alarm > Switching on the hazard warning flashers
Arming and disarming
General information Whenever the car is locked or unlocked, the alarm system is armed or disarmed.
Door lock with armed alarm system Because of the design, unlocking the door lock may trigger the alarm in some countries. To turn off the alarm, unlock the vehicle using the remote control or switch on the ignition.
Tailgate with armed alarm system Even when the alarm system is armed, you can open the tailgate by means of the button on the remote control. When you subsequently close the tailgate it is again locked and monitored.
Panic mode You can activate the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation. Press the Switching off the alarm: Press any button.
button for at least two seconds.
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Switching off an alarm > Unlock the car with the remote control. > Insert the key fully into the ignition lock. > In cars with Comfort Access, press the button
on the door lock.
Display on the revolution counter When the system is armed, all LEDs pulse. After approx. 16 minutes one LED flashes.
> LEDs pulse or LED flashes: system is armed. > One LED flashes at short intervals:
Doors, the hood or the tailgate are not prop- erly closed. Even if these are not closed fully, the remaining items are deadlocked and the LEDs pulse after approx. 10 seconds for approx. 16 minutes. Afterwards, one LED flashes. The interior movement detector is not acti- vated.
> LEDs go out after the vehicle is unlocked: No attempt was made to tamper with the car.
> LEDs flash after unlocking until the key is inserted in the ignition, but for no longer than approx. 5 minutes: an attempt was made to tamper with the vehicle.
Tilt alarm sensor The vehicle's inclination is monitored. The alarm is triggered, for instance, if an attempt is made to steal the vehicle's wheels or tow it away.
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Interior movement detector Before the interior movement detector can operate correctly, the windows and glass roof must be closed.
Avoiding false alarms The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement detector can be switched off together. This prevents false alarms, e.g. in the following situations: > In duplex garages > When being transported on car-carrying
trains, ferries or trailers
> If pets are to remain inside the car
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior movement detector > Press the
button on the remote con-
trol twice in succession.
> Lock the vehicle twice with the integrated
key.
LEDs flash in short succession for approx. 2 seconds. The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement detector are switched off until the car is next unlocked and locked.
Comfort Access
The concept Access to the vehicle is possible without the use of the remote control. All you need to do is wear the remote control close to your body, e.g. in your jacket pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the remote control within the immedi- ate vicinity or in the passenger compartment. Comfort Access supports the following func- tions: > Unlocking/locking the vehicle > Convenient closing > Unlocking the tailgate separately > Starting the engine
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Functional requirements > There are no external malfunction sources in
the vicinity.
> For locking, the remote control must be out-
side of the vehicle.
> The vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked
again until after approx. 2 seconds.
> The engine can only be started if the remote
control is in the vehicle.
> The doors and tailgate must be closed to be able to operate the windows and glass roof.
Comparison to standard remote controls The indicated function can be operated by pressing the buttons or via Comfort Access. Instructions on opening and closing are found starting on page 26.
If you notice a brief delay while opening or closing the windows or glass roof, the sys-
tem is checking whether a remote control is inside the vehicle. Repeat the opening or closing procedure, if necessary.<
Unlocking
Press button 1. Depending on the setting, refer to Unlocking mode on page 27, only the driver's door or the entire vehicle is unlocked.
Press the button again to lock the vehicle again.<
Convenient opening with the remote control, refer to page 28.
Locking Press button 1. For Convenient closing, press and hold button 1. In addition, the windows and the glass sunroof are closed.
Unlocking the tailgate separately Press the top side of the MINI emblem.
If the vehicle detects that a remote control has been accidentally left inside the
locked vehicle's cargo area after the tailgate is closed, the tailgate will reopen slightly. The haz- ard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal sounds.<
Windows and glass roof, electric If the engine is switched off, you can still operate the windows and glass sunroof so long as a door or the tailgate has not been opened. If the doors and tailgate are closed again and the remote control is located inside the vehicle, the windows and the glass sunroof can be operated again. Insert the remote control into the ignition lock to be able to operate the windows or glass roof when the engine is switched off and the doors are open.
Switching on radio readiness Switch on radio readiness by pressing the Start/ Stop button, page 48.
Do not depress the brake or the clutch; otherwise, the engine will start.<
Starting the engine The engine can be started or the ignition can be switched on when a remote control is inside the vehicle. It is not necessary to insert a remote control into the ignition lock, page 48.
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Replacing the battery The remote control for Comfort Access contains a battery that will need to be replaced from time to time. 1. Remove the cover.
2.
Insert the new battery with the plus side fac- ing up.
3. Press the cover on to close.
Take the old battery to a recycling center or to your MINI dealer.<
Glass roof, electric
To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the glass roof and keep it in your
field of vision until it is shut. Take the key with you when you leave the car; otherwise, children could operate the roof and possibly injure themselves.<
Switching off the engine in cars with automatic transmission The engine can only be switched off when the selector lever is in position P, page 50. To switch the engine off when the selector lever is in position N, the remote control must be in the ignition lock.
Insert remote control into ignition lock.
Before driving a vehicle with automatic transmission into a car wash 1. 2. Depress the brake. 3. Move the selector lever to position N. 4. Switch off the engine. The vehicle can roll.
Malfunction Comfort Access may malfunction due to local radio waves. If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the buttons on the remote control or using the inte- grated key. Insert the remote control into the ignition lock and start the engine.
Warning lamps
The warning lamp lights up when an attempt is made to start the engine: the engine cannot be started. The remote control is not inside the vehicle or is malfunc- tioning. Take the remote control with you inside the vehicle or have it checked. If necessary, insert another remote control into the ignition lock.
The warning lamp lights up when the engine is running: the remote control is no longer inside the vehicle. After the engine is switched off, the engine can only be restarted within approx. 10 seconds.
The indicator lamp lights up and a mes- sage appears on the Control Display: replace the battery in the remote
control.
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Tilting > Press the switch backward to the resistance
point and hold it there. Both glass roofs are tilted. Releasing the switch stops the movement.
> With the ignition switched on, press the switch backward beyond the resistance point. Both closed roofs are tilted fully. Pressing again stops the movement.
Opening, closing With the ignition switched on and the glass sun- roof tilted, press the switch backward and hold it there. The front glass roof opens. The rear glass roof is closed. Releasing the switch stops the movement. The glass roof can be closed in the same way by pressing the switch forward. The front glass roof remains in a tilted position. The rear glass roof is tilted. Pressing on the switch again closes both roofs completely. Convenience operation via door lock or Comfort Access, refer to page 28, 29, 33.
Roller sunblind The roller sunblind can be opened and closed independently of the glass roof.
Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure, there is a possibility that the glass roof can only be tilted. In this case, have the system initialized. The manufacturer of your MINI recommends that you have this work done by your MINI dealer.
Windows
To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the windows.
Take the remote control with you when you leave the car; otherwise, children could operate the electric windows and possibly injure them- selves.<
If, after a window is opened and closed several times in close succession, the
window can only be closed and not opened, the system is overheated. Let the system cool for several minutes with the ignition switched on or the engine running.<
Opening, closing
Front window
> Press the switch downward.
The window opens until you release the switch.
> Push the switch downward.
As of radio readiness, the windows will open automatically. Push the switch again to stop the opening movement.
To open the window a crack, press the switch down twice in quick succession. The window can be closed in the same way by pressing the switch up.
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Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger, or if ice on the windows, etc., prevents you from closing the windows normally, the window can be closed manually. 1. Press the switch upward and hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value.
2. Press the switch upward again within
approx. 4 seconds and hold it there. The window closes without pinch protection.
Safety switch
With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear passenger area, by children, for example. Press the button, arrow. The LED lights up when this safety feature is acti- vated.
Always press the safety switch when children ride in the rear, otherwise uncon- trolled closing of the windows could lead to inju- ries.<
Rear window
> Press the switch downward.
The window opens until you release the switch.
> Push the switch downward.
As of radio readiness, the windows will open automatically. Push the switch again to stop the opening movement.
The window can be closed in the same way by pressing the switch up.
After switching off the ignition When the ignition is switched off, the windows can still be operated for approx. 1 minute as long as no door is opened.
Take the key with you when you leave the car; otherwise, children could operate the
electric windows and possibly injure them- selves.<
Pinch protection system If the closing force rises beyond a predefined threshold during closing, the system will stop moving the window prior to lowering it again slightly.
Even though there is the pinch protection system, always ensure that the window's travel path is clear; otherwise, the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as thin objects, and the window would con- tinue closing. Do not install any accessories that might inter- fere with window movement. Otherwise, the pinch protection system could be impaired.<
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Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital contri- bution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con- junction with the safety belts, the head restraints and the airbags, the seated position has a major influence on your safety in the event of an acci- dent. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the follow- ing section. For additional information on transporting chil- dren safely, refer to page 44.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance between yourself and the airbags. Always
grip the steering wheel on the rim, with your hands in the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to minimize the risk of injury to the hands or arms in the event of the airbag being deployed. No one and nothing should come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area. Ensure that the front passenger is correctly seated, e.g. that no feet or legs are propped against the dashboard. Otherwise, leg injury could result if the front airbag suddenly deployed. Make sure that passengers keep their heads away from the side airbag and do not lean against the cover of the head airbag, otherwise
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injuries can occur when the airbags are trig- gered.< Even if you follow all the instructions, injuries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded, depending on the circumstances. The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive individ- uals. This effect is usually only temporary. For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page 78.
Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident. Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx. ear level. Oth- erwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.< Head restraints, refer to page 39.
Safety belt Before every drive, make sure that all occupants wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute.
Number of safety belts
Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt. Never allow
infants or small children to ride in a passenger's lap. Make sure that the belt in the lap area sits low across the hips and does not press against the abdomen. The safety belt must not rest against the throat, run across sharp edges, pass over hard or fragile objects or be pinched. Fasten the safety belt so that it is pulled taut across the lap and shoulder, fitting the body snugly without any twists. Otherwise, the belt could slide over the hips in the event of a frontal collision and
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injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing bulky cloth- ing and regularly pull the belt in the upper-body area taut; otherwise, its restraining effect could be impaired.< Safety belts, refer to page 40.
Height
Seats
Note before adjusting
Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could
Pull up or push down the lever repeatedly, arrows 1, until the desired height is reached.
respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. On the front passenger seat as well, do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven; otherwise, there is a dan- ger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection nor- mally provided by the belt.< Comply with the instructions on head restraint height on page 39 and on damaged safety belts on page 42.
Seat adjustment, front
Observe the instructions on page 38 to ensure the best possible personal protec-
tion.<
Backrest
Pull lever, arrow 1, and apply weight to or remove weight from the backrest as needed.
Lumbar support You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive sup- plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position.
Longitudinal direction Pull the lever, arrow 1, and slide the seat into the desired position, arrows 2. After releasing the lever, move the seat slightly forward or back so that it engages properly.
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Height adjustment
Do not adjust rear seats while the vehicle is moving; otherwise, passengers could be
injured. Make sure that the locking devices of the rear seats engage properly. Otherwise the restrain- ing effect of the safety belts during an accident could be reduced.<
Longitudinal adjustment
1. Pull the lever and slide the seat into the
desired position.
2. Release the lever and move the seat slightly forward or back so that it engages properly.
Backrest Adjustment of backrest angle, see page 102.
Head restraints
Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Correctly adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats; otherwise, there is an
increased risk of injury in an accident.<
Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level.
To raise: pull up. To lower: Press the button, arrow 1, and slide the head restraint down.
Removing Only remove a head restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in question.
Reinstall the head restraint before trans- porting passengers, as otherwise the head
restraint cannot provide its protective func- tion.<
Front 1. Pull up as far as it will go. 2. Fold the backrest back slightly. 3. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint
out as far as it will go.
4. Also press button 2 with a suitable tool and
completely remove the head restraint.
5. Fold back the backrest.
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Rear 1. Pull up as far as it will go. 2. Fold the backrest forward slightly. 3. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint
out completely.
4. Also press button 2 with a suitable tool and
completely remove the head restraint.
5. Fold rear seat backrest back into position.
Safety belts
Observe the instructions on page 38 to ensure the best possible personal protec-
tion.< Before every drive, make sure that all occupants wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute.
Seat heating
Front and rear seats
Switching on Press once for each temperature level. Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature. If you continue driving within the next 15 minutes, the seat heating is automatically activated at the previously set temperature. The temperature is lowered or the heating is switched off entirely to reduce the drain on the battery. The LEDs stay lit.
Switching off Press button longer.
Closing Make sure you hear the lock engage in the belt buckle. The upper belt anchor is suitable for adults of any stature as long as the seat is adjusted prop- erly, page 38.
Opening 1. Grasp the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the buckle. 3. Guide the belt into its reel.
Height adjustment for rear safety belt tongues When the outer rear seats are unoccupied, the safety belt tongues can be slid back to the cargo area trim panel with a clasp to prevent noise.
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Opening Press red button on small belt buckle 3 with belt latch 1. If the center belt is locked: Press red button 3 with the belt latch of the left outside belt.
Buckle belt
Back seat: center belt The belt buckle marked with the word CENTER is designed exclusively for the middle passenger. If the center safety belt is used in the back, the backrests must be locked, see page 103; other- wise the safety belt will not have a restraining effect.
Belt take-up on headliner The take-up for the safety belt is on the head- liner.
1 Opening for safety belt 2 Receptacle for small belt latch Remove small belt latch from the take-up 3. Guide both belt latches downwards.
Fastening
Insert safety belt with small belt latch 2 into the small belt buckle 3.
1 Large belt latch 2 Small belt latch 3 Small belt buckle 4 Large belt buckle The belt latch 1 must be inserted into the belt buckle 4. Make sure you hear the lock engage in the belt buckle.
Insert the belt latch into the belt buckle so that the safety belt is properly attached
when a person is buckled in, and is not twisted.<
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Stowing away belt buckles If the center seat is not occupied, then insert the belt buckles 3 and 4 into the corresponding holders, arrows.
Safety Belt Reminder
Front seats
The indicator lamps come on and an acoustic signal sounds. A message also appears on the Control Display. Check whether the safety belt has been fas-
tened correctly. The Safety Belt Reminder is issued when the driver's safety belt has not been fastened. The Safety Belt Reminder is also acti- vated at road speeds above approx. 5 mph or 8 km/h if the front passenger's safety belt has not been fastened, if objects are placed on the front passenger seat, or if driver or front passen- ger unfasten their safety belts.
Damage to safety belts
If the safety belts are damaged or stressed in an accident: have the safety belt system
and its seat-belt tensioners replaced and the belt anchors checked. Have this work carried out only by a MINI dealer or by a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accor- dance with the specifications of the MINI manu- facturer; otherwise, correct operation of these safety systems is not ensured.<
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Mirrors
Exterior mirrors
The mirror on the passenger's side is more curved than the driver's mirror. The
objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not gauge your distance from traffic behind you on the basis of what you see in the mirror; otherwise, there is an increased risk of an accident.<
1 Adjusting the left or right exterior mirror 2 Tilting mirrors in and out
Manual adjustment The mirrors can also be adjusted manually: press the edge of the glass.
Tilting mirrors in and out Turn the knob beyond the pressure point in direction 2. The mirrors can be folded in at road speeds up to approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. This can be beneficial in narrow streets, for example, or for moving mirrors that were folded in by hand back out into their correct positions.
Automatic heating At external temperatures below a certain limit, both exterior mirrors are automatically heated while the engine is running or the ignition switched on.
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Steering wheel
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Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion; otherwise, there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected move- ment.<
To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night: Turn the knob.
Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature
It is controlled by two photosensors: > Inside the interior rearview mirror, arrow. > On the back of the mirror. For proper function: > Keep the photosensors clean. > Do not cover the area between the interior
rearview mirror and the windshield.
> Do not place stickers or decals on the wind-
shield in front of the mirror.
1. Fold the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred
distance and angle to suit your seated posi- tion.
3. Swing the lever back up.
Do not use force to swing the lever back up; otherwise, the mechanism
will be damaged.<
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For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 79.
Child restraint systems, installation Before installing a child restraint system on the rear seats, move the seat as far back as possible. 5-seater: Adjust the inclination of the center backrest to the respective outer backrest. After the child restraint system has been installed on the respective rear seat, move the backrest forward so that the it rests lightly against the child restraint system, refer to Rear seat backrests on page 102.
Observe the child restraint system manu- facturer's instructions when selecting, installing and using child restraint systems. Otherwise, the protective effect may be dimin- ished.<
On the front passenger seat
After installing a child restraint system on the front passenger seat, make sure that
the front, side, and knee airbags for the front passenger are deactivated; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury if the airbags deploy.<
Seat position Before installing a child restraint system, move the front passenger seat as far back and up as possible to obtain the best possible position for the belt. Do not change the seat position after this.
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
The right place for children
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger
themselves and/or other persons by opening the doors, for example.<
Children should always sit in the rear Accident research has shown that the safest place for children is on the rear seat.
Only transport children under the age of 13 or smaller than 5 ft/150 cm in the rear in a child restraint system suitable for their age, weight and size. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci- dent.< Children 13 years of age or older must be buck- led in with a safety belt as soon as there no longer is any child restraint system that is appro- priate for their age, size and weight.
Exception for front passenger seat
Front passenger airbags
Should it be necessary to use a child restraint system on the front passenger
seat, the front and side airbags must be deacti- vated. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury to the child if the airbags deploy, even if the child is seated in a child restraint system.<
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Child seat security
Anchor points for LATCH anchors Before installing the child seat, pull the belt out of the area for the child restraint fixing system.
All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front passenger can be prevented from being pulled out in order to secure child restraint sys- tems.
Locking the safety belt 1. Secure the child restraint system with the
belt.
2. Pull the belt strap all the way out. 3. Allow the belt strap to retract and pull it taut
against the child restraint system.
The safety belt is locked.
Unlocking the safety belt 1. Open the belt buckle. 2. Remove the child restraint system. 3. Allow the safety belt strap to retract all the
way. Center belt: unlocking additional belt buckle 3, see page 41. Guide safety belt to the take-up on the headliner.
LATCH child restraint fixing system LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children. To install and use the LATCH child restraint system, follow the operating and safety
instructions provided by the manufacturer of the system; otherwise, the protective function of the seat may be compromised.<
The mounts for the lower LATCH anchors are located at the points indicated by the arrows.
Make sure that both lower LATCH anchors are properly engaged and that the child
restraint system rests firmly against the seat backrest; otherwise, the protective function of the seat may be compromised.<
Child restraint system with tether strap
Use the tether strap anchors to secure child restraint systems only; otherwise, the
anchors could be damaged.<
4-seater
The child restraint anchor fittings, see arrows, are located behind the back of the rear seats.
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Center seat:
The child restraint anchor fittings for the two outer seats, see arrows, are located behind the back of the rear seats. The child restraint anchor fitting for the center seat is located under the luggage-compartment sill, position 4 in picture center seat.
Placement of the tether strap
Make sure the upper tether strap does not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as it passes to the top anchor. Otherwise, the strap will not properly secure the child restraint sys- tem in the event of an accident.< Outer seats:
1 Forward driving direction 2 Head rest 3 Attaching clip 4 Child restraint anchor fitting 5 Load area floor 6 Seat back 7 Strap of the child restraint system
Attaching upper tether strap to the attachment point 1. Slide the head restraint upward. 2. Center seat: fold the load area floor back-
wards
3. Guide the tether strap between the head
restraint holders.
4. Attach the tether strap to the anchor using
the hook.
5. Push the head restraint into its lowermost
position.
6. Pull the tether strap tight.
1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Rear cargo well 4 Tether strap hook 5 Anchor 6 Seat backrest 7 Tether strap of the child restraint system
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Securing doors and windows
Rear doors
Slide down the safety lever on the rear doors. The door can now be opened from the outside only.
Safety switch for power windows The rear power windows are blocked and can- not be operated from the rear. Press safety switch, refer to page 36.
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Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
Ignition lock
Inserting the key into the ignition lock Insert the key all the way into the ignition lock. Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers can operate.
Removing the key from the ignition lock Press in the key briefly. It is ejected slightly. At the same time: > The ignition is switched off if it was on
beforehand.
Automatic transmission The key can only be removed if the selector lever is in position P: interlock.
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Start/Stop button
Press the Start/Stop button to switch radio readi- ness or the ignition on and off. Do not depress the brake or clutch while doing so.
If the Start/Stop button is pressed while the clutch is depressed in the manual
transmission or the brake pedal is depressed in the automatic transmission, the engine starts.<
Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers can operate. The time and external temperature are displayed in the tachometer. Radio readiness is switched off automatically: > When the key is removed from the ignition
lock
> When using Comfort Access by pressing the button on the door handle or the but- ton on the remote control, refer to Locking on page 33
> After a certain has elapsed
Ignition on Most indicator and warning lamps in indicator area 1, page 13, light up for varying lengths of time.
When the engine is off, switch off the igni- tion and any unnecessary electrical con-
sumers in order to preserve the battery.<
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Starting the engine
Do not allow the engine to run in enclosed areas; otherwise, inhalation of the noxious exhaust gases can lead to loss of consciousness and death. Exhaust gases contain carbon mon- oxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running; otherwise, such a vehicle repre- sents a potential safety hazard. Before leaving the car while the engine is run- ning, place the transmission in neutral or move the selector lever to position P and forcefully apply the parking brake to prevent the car from moving.<
Avoid frequent starting in quick succes- sion or repeated start attempts in which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the cat- alytic converter.< Do not let the engine warm up with the vehicle at a standstill. Move off immediately at a moder- ate engine speed. When starting the engine, do not depress the accelerator pedal.
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Manual transmission Key in ignition lock or inside vehicle with Com- fort Access, refer to page 32. 1. Depress the brake. 2. Depress the clutch. 3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Automatic transmission Key in ignition lock or inside vehicle with Com- fort Access, refer to page 32. 1. Depress the brake. 2. Shift the selector lever into position P or N. 3. Press the Start/Stop button. The starter operates automatically for a certain time, and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started.
Switching off the engine Always take the key with you when you leave the vehicle.
When parking, apply the parking brake force- fully; otherwise, the vehicle could begin to roll. Secure the vehicle on steep upward and down- ward slopes, for example, turn the steering wheel towards the curb.<
Manual transmission 1. With the car at a standstill, press the Start/
Stop button.
2. Shift into first gear or reverse. 3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
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Automatic transmission 1. With the car at a stop, move the selector
lever to position P.
2. Press the Start/Stop button. 3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
Before driving into a car wash By following these steps, the vehicle is able to roll: 1. Place the remote control, even with Comfort
Access, in the ignition lock.
2. Depress the brake. 3. Move the selector lever to position N. 4. Switch off the engine.
Parking brake The parking brake is primarily intended to pre- vent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels. In addition, follow the instructions on page 49 under Switching off the engine.
Applying The lever locks in position automatically.
Releasing
Pull upward slightly, press the button, arrow, and guide the lever down.
In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be used to slow or stop the car, do not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, con- tinuously press the button of the parking brake
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lever. Otherwise, excessive force could lead to over-braking and loss of traction, i.e. fishtailing, at the rear axle.<
Manual transmission
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, press the gearshift lever to the right. Otherwise,
the engine could be damaged if you inadvert- ently shift into 3rd or 4th gear.<
Reverse gear Select this only when the vehicle is stationary. When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left, a slight resistance has to be overcome.
Automatic transmission with Steptronic In addition to the fully automatic mode, you can shift gears manually using Steptronic, page 51.
Parking the vehicle
To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always select position P and apply the parking
brake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running.<
Removing the key To remove the key from the ignition lock, first move the selector lever into position P and then switch off the engine: interlock. Remove the key from the ignition lock, refer to page 48.
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P R N D DS M1 to M6
The selector lever position is displayed, or the current gear in the manual mode.Changing selector lever positions > The selector lever can only be moved out of position P when the ignition is switched on or the engine is running.
> Before moving the lever away from P or N
with the vehicle stationary, first depress the brake; otherwise, the selector lever will refuse to move: shiftlock.
To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position, depress the brake until you are ready to start.<
A lock prevents accidental shifting into selector lever positions R and P.
Overriding the selector lever lock
Press the button on the front of the selector lever, arrow.
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P Park Select this only when the vehicle is stationary. The front wheels are blocked.
R Reverse Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
N Neutral Select this when you are in a car wash, for exam- ple. The vehicle can roll.
D Drive, automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation. All for- ward gears are selected automatically. Under normal operating conditions, the fuel consumption is lowest when driving in position D.
