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Kickdown Kickdown enables you to achieve maximum performance. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the full- throttle resistance point.
Sport program and manual mode M/S
Move the selector lever from position D to the left into the M/S shifting slot: The Sport program is activated and DS is dis- played. This position is recommended for a per- formance-oriented driving style. To deactivate the Sport program or manual mode M/S, move the selector lever to the right into position D.
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Shifting with the selector lever Push the selector lever forward or pull it back to activate manual operation. Steptronic shifts the gear. > Pull the selector lever in the + direction.
Transmission shifts up.
> Push the selector lever in the – direction.
Transmission shifts down.
The selected gear is displayed in the tachome- ter, e.g. M1. To use the automatic mode again, move the selector lever to the right into position D. Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example, a downshift that would cause the engine to over- rev will not be executed by the system. The selected gear is displayed briefly, followed by the current gear.
Shifting on the steering wheel With the selector lever in position D, automatic drive, you can shift gears using the shift paddles on the steering wheel. The transmission auto- matically switches to manual mode. If you do not shift gears with the shift paddles or accelerate for a certain amount of time, the transmission automatically returns to D, auto- matic drive.
Manually releasing the selector lever lock Should the selector lever refuse to move out of position P even though the ignition is switched on, the brake is depressed and the button on the selector lever is pressed, the selector lever lock can be overridden: 1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever. 2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever
until the sleeve is inside out. Disconnect the cable connector if necessary.
3.
Insert extractor hook 1 into the loop on the passenger's side.
The extractor hook is in the onboard document holder or in the pouch for
the tire-changing set, page 219.<
4. Pull the loop up. 5. Move the selector lever into the desired
position by pressing the button on the front of the selector lever.
Before manually unlocking the selector lever lock, firmly set the parking brake to
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> Pull one of the shift paddles.
Transmission shifts up.
> Push one of the shift paddles.
Transmission shifts down.
M1 through M6 are displayed in the tachometer.
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1 Turn signal 2 Headlamp flasher
Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. To turn off manually, press the lever to the resis- tance point.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that an indicator bulb has
failed.<
Signaling a turn briefly Press the lever as far as the resistance point for as long as you wish to signal a turn.
Triple turn signal activation Press the lever as far as the resistance point. You can set whether the turn signal flashes once or three times. 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Triple turn signal"
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The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Wiper system
Do not turn on the wipers when they are frozen; otherwise, the wiper blades and
the windshield wiper motor may be damaged.<
Do not use the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry; otherwise the wiper
blades may wear out faster or be damaged.<
1 Switching on wipers 2 Switching off wipers or brief wipe 3 Activating/deactivating intermittent wipe or
rain sensor
4 Cleaning windshield and headlamps
Switching on wipers Press the lever upward, arrow 1. The lever automatically returns to its initial posi- tion when released.
Normal wiper speed Press once. The system switches to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary.
Fast wiper speed Press twice or press beyond the resistance point. The system switches to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary.
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Intermittent wipe or rain sensor If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the intermittent-wipe time is preset. If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the time between wipes is controlled automatically and depends on the intensity of the rainfall. The rain sensor is mounted on the windshield, directly in front of the interior rearview mirror.
Activating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press button, arrow 3.
4. Press the button as often as necessary until
the symbol and "SET" are displayed.
5. Press and hold the button until the display
This symbol is displayed in the tachom- eter.
changes.
Deactivate the rain sensor before entering an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.<
Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain sensor 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 48. 2. Press the button in the turn signal indicator as often as necessary until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
3. Press and hold the button until the display
changes.
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6. Press the button to select the desired sensi-
tivity.
7. Wait, or press and hold the button until the
display changes. The settings are stored.
Deactivating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press the button again, arrow 3.
Brief wipe Press the lever downward once, arrow 2.
Cleaning windshield and headlamps Pull the lever, arrow 4. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield and the wipers are operated briefly. When the vehicle lighting system is switched on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals.
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In cars equipped with an alarm system, the headlamps cannot be cleaned when the hood is open.
Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty; otherwise, you will
damage the washer pump. Only use the washers if the hood has been com- pletely closed; otherwise, the headlamp washer system may be damaged. Do not use the wash- ers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield. If you do, your vision could be obscured. For this reason, use antifreeze.<
Window washer nozzles The window washer nozzles are heated auto- matically while the engine is running or the igni- tion is switched on.
Rear window wiper
Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty; otherwise, you will
damage the washer pump.<
Washer fluid
Washer fluid is flammable. Keep it away from ignition sources, only store it in the closed, original container, and keep out of reach of children; otherwise, there is a danger of injury. Comply with the instructions on the con- tainer.<
Washer fluid reservoir
Only refill washer fluid that contains anti- freeze when the engine is cool, to avoid contact with hot engine parts. Otherwise, fluid spills constitute a fire hazard and a risk to per- sonal safety.<
0 Rear wipers parked 1 To switch on intermittent wipe
Turn the cap to level 1. Operation is continuous in reverse gear. The rear wiper does not move if the cap is in interval stage 1 before the ignition is switched on.
Cleaning the rear window 2 To clean the rear window during intermit-
tent wipe Turn the cap further to level 2 and hold it there.
3 To clean the rear window when wipers are
parked Turn the cap to level 3 and hold it there.
Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations.
Mix the water and antifreeze before filling the washer fluid reservoir to make sure
the correct concentration is maintained.<
Capacity Approx. 4.2 US quarts/4 liters.
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Cruise control
The concept Cruise control is available at vehicle speeds of at least approx. 20 mph or 30 km/h. The car then stores and maintains the speed that you specify using the button on the steering wheel.
Do not use cruise control when driving at constant speed is prevented by adverse conditions, e.g. winding roads, dense traffic or poor road conditions due to, e.g. snow, rain, ice or loose surfaces. Otherwise, you could lose con- trol of the vehicle and cause an accident as a result.<
Activating Depending on the features with which your vehicle is equipped, you have one of the two buttons indicated 2 in your vehicle.
1 Resuming cruise control 2 Activating/deactivating cruise control 3 Maintaining, storing and increasing speed 4 Maintaining, storing and decreasing speed Indicator lamp in the speedometer lights up. The cruise control system is ready and can be acti- vated.
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Activating/deactivating cruise control Press button 2. The system is automatically deactivated if: > Braking takes place > The clutch is engaged > The transmission is set on N > The stability control system is on Cruise control is not deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal. Once the accelerator pedal is released, the stored speed is achieved again and maintained. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is switched off.
Maintaining current speed Press button 3. The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed. If, on a downhill grade, the engine braking effect is not sufficient, the controlled speed may be exceeded. On uphill grades vehicle speed may drop if the engine output is insufficient.
Increasing speed Press button 3 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached. Every time you press the but- ton, the speed increases by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.
Accelerating using the button Press and hold button 3. The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal. After the button is released, the driving speed is maintained and stored.
Decreasing speed Press button 4 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached. The functions here are the same as for increas- ing the speed or accelerating, except that the speed will be decreased.
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Resuming a speed stored beforehand Press button 1. The last speed stored is achieved again and maintained. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is switched off.
Display on tachometer
Selected speed is displayed briefly.
If --- mph or --- km/h is displayed briefly in the tachometer, the conditions necessary
for operation may not be fulfilled.<
Malfunction
The warning lamp in the tachometer lights up if the system fails. A message appears on the Control Display.
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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.
Fuel gauge
If the range displayed is less than 30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other- wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and damage may occur.< With a dynamic driving style, e.g. rapid corner- ing, engine functions are not always assured.
Tachometer
Fuel tank capacity Approx. 12.4 US gal/47 liters. You will find information on refueling on page 192. If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period, when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly. The arrow next to the gas pump symbol of the fuel gauge points toward the side of the vehicle with the fuel filler flap.
Reserve Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone of approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters the remaining LEDs change from orange to red, arrow, and a mes- sage is displayed briefly on the Control Display. The tachometer displays the remaining cruising range. When the range is less than approx. 30 miles/50 km, the message remains in the Control Display.
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Never operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine.
Displays in tachometer
1 Current vehicle speed 2 Odometer in kilometers, trip recorder,
external temperature, time 3 Resetting the trip odometer Press button on turn signal indicator to call up information in the display area 2.
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The following information is displayed sequen- tially: > Trip odometer > Time > External temperature
Trip odometer To display trip recorder: Briefly press button 3. Resetting the trip odometer: While the trip recorder is displayed and the igni- tion is switched on, press button 3.
Time To set time, see page 64.
External temperature, external temperature warning When the displayed temperature sinks to approx. +377/+36, a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up. There is an increased risk of black ice.
Even at temperatures above +377/+36 ice can form. Therefore, drive carefully,
e.g. on bridges and sections of road in the shade; otherwise, there is an increased accident risk.<
Units of measure Select the respective units of measure, miles or km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for the external temperature, page 62.
Computer
Displays in the tachometer
Press the button in the turn signal lever repeat- edly to call up various items of information. The following information is displayed sequen- tially: > Cruising range > Average fuel consumption > Current fuel consumption > Average speed To set the corresponding units of measure, refer to Units of measure on page 62.
Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. The range is calculated on the basis of the way the car has been driven over the last 18 miles/30 km and the amount of fuel currently in the tank.
If the range displayed is less than 30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other- wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and damage could occur.<
Average fuel consumption Calculated for the time the engine has been run- ning. With the trip computer, page 60, you can have the average fuel consumption for another trip displayed. To reset average fuel consumption: press the button in the turn signal lever for approx. 2 seconds.
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Displays in the "Trip computer":
> Departure time > Trip duration > Trip distance Both displays show: > Average fuel consumption and > Average speed.
Resetting the fuel consumption and speed To reset the values for the average speed and average fuel consumption: 1. Select the respective menu entry. 2. Press the MINI joystick to confirm the mes-
sage.
Resetting the trip computer To reset all values: 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Trip computer" 3. "Reset"
Settings and information
Operating principle Certain settings and information are only avail- able when the ignition is switched on, the vehi- cle is at a standstill and the doors are closed.
Current fuel consumption Displays the current fuel consumption to allow you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust emissions.
Average speed Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine switched off are not included in the calculations of average speed. With the trip computer, page 60, you can have the average speed for another trip displayed. To reset average speed: press the button in the turn signal lever for approx. 2 seconds.
Displays on the Control Display 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Onboard info" or "Trip computer"
Displays in the "Onboard info":
> Cruising range > Distance from destination > Probable arrival time when a destination has
been input into the navigation system, page 114.
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Exiting displays
1 Button for:
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Symbol
Function
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1. Press the button in the turn signal lever
repeatedly until "HOME" is displayed. 2. Press the button for a longer period. Displays are also exited if no entries are made for approx. 8 seconds.
Next setting or item of information
Calling up Check Control 65
Displaying vehicle check 66
Exiting the menu
1. While in a setting or information item, press
the button in the turn signal indicator repeatedly until "NEXT" is displayed. 2. Press the button for a longer period. The display changes directly to the next setting or item of information.
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Possible displays
Units of measure To set the units of measure. The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 26. 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units"
1 Button for selecting information
Symbol
Function
Engine oil
Front brakes
Rear brakes
Road worthiness test
Vehicle check
3. Select the desired menu item. 4. Select the desired unit.
Service requirements
The remaining driving distance and the date of the next scheduled service are briefly displayed immediately after you start the engine or switch on the ignition.
The extent of service work required can be read out from the remote control by your
MINI dealer.<
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Symbol
Function
Brake fluid
Exit display 61
Next setting or item of information 61
More information on the MINI Maintenance Sys- tem can be found on page 206.
More information
Detailed information on service requirements You can have further information on the scope of maintenance displayed on the Control Dis- play, refer to page 16. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status"
Required maintenance procedures and legally mandated inspections are displayed. You can request more detailed information on every entry: Select an entry and press the MINI joystick. To exit from the menu: Move the MINI joystick to the left. A list of selected maintenance schedules and, if required, legally mandated inspections, is shown.
Symbols
No service is currently required.
The deadline for service or a legally man- dated inspection is approaching. Please
schedule a service appointment.
The service deadline has already passed.
Entering deadlines for legally required inspections Make sure the date on the Control Display is always set correctly, page 65; otherwise, the effectiveness of Condition Based Service CBS is not ensured. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Service required"
3. "Service required"
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4. "§ Vehicle inspection"
2. "Time/Date"
5. Open the deadline entry menu. 6. "Date:" 7. Create the settings. 8. Press the MINI joystick to apply the setting.
The year is highlighted.
9. Turn the MINI joystick to make the adjust-
ment.
10. Press the MINI joystick to apply the setting.
The date entry is stored.
To exit from the menu: Move the MINI joystick to the left.
Clock
Setting the time 1. "Settings"
3. "Time:"
4. Turn the MINI joystick to set the hours and
press the MINI joystick.
5. Turn the MINI joystick to set the minutes and
press the MINI joystick.
The system accepts the new time.
Setting the time format The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 26. 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Format:" 4. Select the desired format and press the MINI
joystick.
The time format is stored.
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Check Control
The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys- tems monitored. Check Control messages involve indicator and warning lamps in the dis- play and, in some circumstances, an acoustic signal as well as text messages at the bottom of the Control Display.
Indicator and warning lamps
Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in the indicator areas 1 and 2.
Text messages Text messages at the upper edge of the Control Display explain the meaning of the displayed indicator and warning lamps.
Supplemental text messages For most Check Control messages, you can view more information later, e.g. regarding the cause of a malfunction and how to respond, refer to page 66.
Setting time zone 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Time zone:" 4. Turn MINI joystick until the desired time
zone is set and press the MINI joystick. The time zone is stored.
Date
Setting date 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Date:" 4. Turn MINI joystick until the desired day is
displayed and press the MINI joystick.
5. Create the necessary settings for the month
and year.
The date is stored.
Setting the date format 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Format:"
4. Select the desired format. The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 26.
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In urgent cases, this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp lights up. Exit display: "OK"
1. Press the button in the turn signal indicator as often as necessary until "SET/INFO" is dis- played.
2. Press and hold the button until the display
Hiding Check Control messages
changes.
3. Press the button repeatedly until the corre- sponding symbol and "CHECK INFO" appear in the display.
Press the button in the turn signal lever. > Some Check Control messages are displayed until the malfunctions have been rectified. They cannot be hidden. If several malfunc- tions occur at the same time, they are dis- played in succession.
>They are marked with the symbol shown here.
> Other Check Control messages are automat- ically hidden after approx. 20 seconds, but remain stored.
>They are marked with the symbol shown here.
4. Press and hold the button.
If there are no Check Control messages, then "CHECK OK" is displayed. If a Check Control message has been stored, the corresponding message is displayed. In addition, the text message appears on the Control Display.
5. Press the button to display any other mes-
sages.
Displaying on the onboard computer 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Check Control"
symbol indicates that Check Control mes-
The sages have been stored. Check Control mes- sages can be viewed whenever it is convenient.
Viewing stored Check Control messages Stored Check Control messages can only be dis- played if the driver's door is closed.
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Speed limit Enter a speed, and a Check Control message will indicate when you reach this speed. This enables you, for example, to receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in an urban area. You are only warned of reaching this speed a second time if your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least 3 mph or 5 km/h.
Displaying, setting or changing the limit 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. "Warning at:"
Activating/deactivating the limit 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. "Warning"
4. Press the MINI joystick.
Altering settings
Language on the Control Display 1. "Settings"
4. Turn the MINI joystick to set the limit. 5. Press the MINI joystick to apply the setting. The limit is stored.
Applying your current speed as limit 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. "Select current speed"
2. "Language/Units" 3. "Language:"
4. Press the MINI joystick. The system adopts your current speed as the limit.
4. Select the desired language.
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5. Press the MINI joystick. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. In bright conditions, for example, the brightness control may not be clearly visible.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Setting the voice dialog Switch between a standard dialog and a short dialog. 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units" 3. "Speech mode:" 4. Select the desired dialog.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Brightness of the Control Display The brightness is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions. Note, however, that you can change the basic setting while the low beams are switched on. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. 1. "Settings" 2. "Control display" 3. "Brightness"
4. Turn the MINI joystick until the desired set-
ting is reached.
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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.
Park Distance Control PDC
The concept PDC assists you with parking in reverse. Acoustic signals and a visual indicator warn you of the presence of an object behind the vehicle. The measurement is carried out by four ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumper.
These sensors have a range of approx. 6.5 ft/2 m. However, an acoustic warning does not sound until an object is approx. 24 in/ 60 cm from the rear corner sensors or approx. 5 ft/1.50 m from the rear center sensors. PDC is a parking aid that can indicate objects when they are approached slowly, as is usually the case when parking. Avoid approaching an object at high speed; otherwise, physical cir- cumstances may lead to the system warning being issued too late.<
Automatic mode With the engine running or the ignition switched on, the system is activated automatically after approx. 1 second when you engage reverse gear or move the automatic transmission selec- tor lever to position R. Wait this short period before driving.
Acoustic signals As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone sounds. If the distance remains constant, e.g. when driv- ing parallel to a wall, the acoustic signal stops after approx. 3 seconds.
Malfunction
Indicator lamp lights up. PDC has failed. A message appears on the Control Dis- play. Have the system checked.
To avoid this problem, keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively. When using a high-pressure cleaner, do not direct the jet toward the sensors for lengthy periods and only spray from a distance of at least 4 in/10 cm.
PDC with visual warning To have the system show distances to objects on the Control Display. The contours of distant objects are shown on the Control Display even before the acoustic signal sounds. The display appears on the Control Display as soon as the transmission is shifted into reverse or the selec- tor lever is moved into the R position.
System limitations
Even with PDC, final responsibility for esti- mating the distance between the vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver. Sensors, too, have blind spots in which objects cannot be detected. Moreover, ultra- sonic detection can reach its physical limits with objects such as trailer tow bars and couplings, thin and wedge-shaped objects, etc. Low objects already indicated, such as curbs, may
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enter the sensors' blind spots before or after a continuous audible signal is given. Higher, pro- truding objects, such as wall ledges, may not be detectable. Therefore, always drive cautiously; otherwise, there is a risk of personal injury or property damage. Loud sound sources outside or inside the car can drown out the PDC signal.<
Driving stability control systems Your MINI has a number of systems that help to maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse driving conditions.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with driving stability control systems. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin by engaging in hazardous driving thereby running the risk of an accident.<
Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak- ing. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased. Braking safely, refer to page 101. ABS is operational every time you start the engine.
Cornering Brake Control CBC Driving stability and steering characteristics are further enhanced while braking in turns or dur- ing a lane change.
Electronic brake-force distribution EBV The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.
Brake Assist Rapidly depressing the brake causes this system to automatically develop maximum braking
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force. Thus, the system helps keep braking dis- tance to a minimum. At the same time, all the benefits provided by ABS are exploited. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the duration of the full braking application.
Dynamic Stability Control DSC
The concept DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing traction when you pull away from rest or accel- erate. DSC also detects unstable driving conditions such as when the vehicle's rear end fishtails or the vehicle is sliding on its front wheels. In these cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through braking actions at the indi- vidual wheels. Every time that the engine is started, DSC is ready to operate.
Deactivating DSC
Press the button until the DSC OFF indicator lamp on the speedometer is on and DSC OFF is displayed on the tachometer. DSC is deacti- vated. Stabilizing and propulsion promoting actions are no longer executed. When driving with snow chains or to 'rock free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off DSC for a brief period. To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible.
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Activating DSC Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps in the display elements go out.
Activating DTC
For better control
The indicator lamp on the tachometer is flashing: DSC controls the driving and braking
forces.
The indicator lamp DSC OFF on the speedometer is on and DSC OFF is dis- played on the tachometer:
DSC is deactivated.
Dynamic Traction Control DTC
The concept DTC is a type of DSC that is propulsion optimized for special road conditions such as uncleared snowy roads. The system ensures maximum propulsion though with restricted driving stabil- ity. You therefore need to drive with suitable caution. In the following exceptional situations, it can be useful to briefly activate DTC: > When driving on snow-covered inclines, in
slush, or on uncleared snowy roads
> When rocking the vehicle free, driving out of
deep snow or on loose surfaces > When driving with snow chains
Press the button; the indicator lamp DSC OFF on the speedometer comes on and TRACTION is displayed on the tachometer. The Dynamic Stability Control DSC is deacti- vated; the Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti- vated.
For better control
forces.
The indicator lamp on the tachometer is flashing: DTC controls the driving and braking
The indicator lamp on the speedometer is on and TRACTION is displayed on the tachometer:
DTC is activated.
Deactivating DTC Press button again, the indicator lamp DSC OFF on the speedometer and TRACTION on the tachometer go out.
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ALL4 all-wheel drive system ALL4 is the all-wheel drive system of your MINI. The combined effects of ALL4 and DSC further optimize the traction and dynamic driving char- acteristics. The ALL4 all-wheel drive system vari- ably distributes the drive force to the front and rear axle depending on the driving situation and prevailing road conditions.
Sport button Pressing the button causes your MINI to respond even more sportily. > Engine responds more spontaneously to
movements of the accelerator.
> Steering response is more direct. > Cooper S: the engine sounds more sporty in
coasting mode.
With automatic transmission: > More rapid gear shifting in Sport program.
Activating the system
Press the button. The LED lights up. SPORT is briefly displayed in the tachometer.
Deactivating the system > Press the button again. > Switch off the engine.
Deactivating both DTC and DSC
Press the button for at least 3 seconds; the indi- cator lamp DSC OFF on the speedometer comes on and DSC OFF is displayed on the tachometer. The Dynamic Traction Control DTC and Dynamic Stability Control DSC are both deactivated. There will be no more stabilizing interventions. Interventions (differential lock) in braking occur to improve propulsion when drive wheels are rotating unevenly, even when DSC is deacti- vated.
Activating DSC Press the button again: the indicator lamps go out.
Hill Assist Hill Assist aids you in comfortably driving off on inclines. It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this. 1. Hold the MINI with the brake. 2. Release the brake and immediately drive
off.
Hill Assist holds the car in place for approx. 2 seconds after the brake is released.
Depending on the load and gradient, the vehicle can roll backward slightly during this period. After you release the brake, immedi- ately start driving since the Hill Assist only holds the vehicle for about 2 seconds, and it will start to roll backward.<
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Flat Tire Monitor FTM
The concept The system does not measure the actual infla- tion pressure in the tires. The system detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing the rotational speeds of the individ- ual wheels while moving. In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corre- sponding wheel change. This is detected and reported as a flat tire.
Functional requirement The system must have been initialized while the tire inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. Initialize the system after every correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.
System limitations
Sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in
advance.< A natural, even pressure loss in all four tires can- not be detected. Therefore, check the tire infla- tion pressure regularly. In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in
the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration
> Snow chains are attached
Status display The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can be displayed on the Control Display, e.g. whether or not the FTM is active. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Flat Tire Monitor"
The status is displayed.
Initializing the system The initialization process adopts the set inflation tire pressures as reference values for the detec- tion of a flat tire. Initialization is started by con- firming the inflation pressures. Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Reset"
4. Start the engine, but do not start driving. 5. Select "Reset" to start the initialization. 6. Start to drive.
The initialization is completed during driv- ing, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the initialization is con- tinued automatically.<
Indication of a flat tire
The warning lamps come on in yellow and red. A message appears on the Control Display. An acoustic signal also sounds.
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3. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-
sure in all four tires. If the inflation pressure in all four tires is cor- rect, the Flat Tire Monitor might not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized.
Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure: The distance it is possible to drive depends on the load and the stress on the vehicle while driving. With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km. When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turn- ing abruptly and driving over obstacles such as curbs, potholes, etc. Since the possible driving distance depends to a considerable degree on the strain exerted on the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, depending on the speed, road condition, exter- nal temperature, vehicle load, etc.
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics, e.g. reduced lane stability during braking, a longer braking distance and altered self-steering prop- erties.<
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate final failure of the tire. Reduce
your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; otherwise, pieces of tire may come off, which could result in an accident. Do not continue driving and contact your MINI dealer.<
There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure. 1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau-
tion. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
2. Check whether the vehicle is equipped with
normal tires or with run-flat tires. Run-flat tires, refer to page 200, are identi- fied by a circular symbol containing the let- ters RSC on the tire sidewall.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires, do not continue driving; continuing
to drive can result in serious accidents.< When a flat tire is reported, the Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated.
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Normal tires 1.
Identify the damaged tire. To do so, check the inflation pressure in all four tires. The inflation pressure display of the Mobility Kit, page 216, can be used for this purpose. If the inflation pressure in all four tires is cor- rect, the Flat Tire Monitor might not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized. If it is not possible to identify the damaged tire, contact your MINI dealer
2. Use the Mobility Kit to remedy the flat tire on
the damaged wheel, refer to page 216.
Run-flat tires You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph or 80 km/h.
Continued driving with a flat tire When driving with a damaged tire: 1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-
vers.
2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph or
80 km/h.
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Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
The concept Measuring the inflation pressure in the four mounted tires. The system notifies you if there is a significant loss of pressure in one or more tires.
Functional requirement The system must have been reset while the inflation pressure was correct; otherwise, reli- able signaling of a flat tire is not ensured. Always use wheels with TPM electronics to ensure that the system will operate properly. Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.
System limitations
Sudden, serious tire damage caused by external influences cannot be indicated in
advance.< The system does not operate correctly if it has not been reset. For example, a flat tire may be indicated despite correct tire inflation pressures. The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire: > If a wheel without TPM electronics is
mounted
> Interference with TPM by other systems or
devices with the same transmission fre- quency.
Status display The current status of the Tire Pressure Monitor can be displayed by the onboard computer, e.g. whether or not the TPM is activated. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Tire Pressure Monitor - TPM"
The status is displayed.
Status indicator on the onboard computer The tire and system condition is indicated by the color of the tires. A change in the tire inflation pressure during driving is taken into account. A correction is only required when this is indi- cated by the TPM.
Green wheels The inflation pressure corresponds to the desired state. "TPM active" is displayed on the onboard com- puter.
One wheel yellow There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire pres- sure in the indicated tire.
All wheels yellow > There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire
pressure in one or more tires.
> The system was not reset after a wheel
change and thus issues a warning based on the inflation pressures initialized last.
Gray wheels The system cannot detect a puncture. Reasons for this may be: > TPM is being reset. > Interference from systems or devices with
the same transmission frequency.
> Malfunction.
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Resetting system Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Reset"
4. Start the engine – do not drive away. 5. Select "Reset" to start the initialization. 6. Start to drive. The tires are shown in gray and "Resetting TPM..." is displayed. After driving a few minutes, the set inflation pressures in the tires are accepted as the target values to be monitored. The resetting process is completed automatically as you drive. The tires are depicted in green on the Control Display and "Status: TPM active" is displayed again. The trip can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, resetting is continued auto- matically.
If a flat tire is detected while the system is resetting, all tires on the Control Display
are displayed in yellow. The message "Low tire!" is displayed.<
> The system was not reset after a wheel
change and thus issues a warning based on the inflation pressures initialized last.
1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with cau-
tion. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
2. Check whether the vehicle is equipped with
normal tires or with run-flat tires. Run-flat tires, refer to page 200, are identi- fied by a circular symbol containing the let- ters RSC on the tire sidewall.
When a low inflation pressure is reported, the Dynamic Stability Control DSC is activated.
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Normal tires 1.
Identify the damaged tire. To do so, check the inflation pressure in all four tires. The inflation pressure display of the Mobility Kit, page 216, can be used for this purpose. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been reset. The system must then be reset. If it is not possible to identify the damaged tire, contact your MINI dealer.
2. Use the Mobility Kit to remedy the flat tire on
the damaged wheel, refer to page 216. The use of tire sealant, e.g. Mobility Kit, can damage the TPM wheel electronics. In this case, have the electronics checked and replaced if necessary at your earliest oppor- tunity.
Message with low tire inflation pressure The warning lamps come on in yellow and red. A message appears on the onboard computer. An acoustic signal also sounds.
Run-flat tires You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires, do not continue driving; continuing
> There is a flat tire or substantial loss in tire
to drive can result in serious accidents.<
pressure in the displayed tire.
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Continued driving with a flat tire When driving with a damaged tire: 1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-
vers.
2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph or
80 km/h.
3. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-
sure in all four tires. If the inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, then the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been reset. The system must then be reset.
Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure: The distance it is possible to drive depends on the load and the stress on the vehicle while driv- ing. With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km. When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turn- ing abruptly and driving over obstacles such as curbs, potholes, etc. Since the possible driving distance depends to a considerable degree on the strain exerted on the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or, with a gentle driving style, can also be longer, depending on the speed, road condition, exter- nal temperature, vehicle load, etc.
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
A loss of tire inflation pressure results in a change in the handling characteristics, e.g. reduced lane stability during braking, a longer braking distance and altered self-steering prop- erties.<
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate complete failure of the tire.
Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a stop; otherwise, pieces of tire may come off,
which could result in an accident. Do not con- tinue driving and contact your MINI dealer.<
Malfunction
The small warning lamp flashes in yel- low and then lights up continuously; the larger warning lamp lights up in yellow. On the onboard computer, the tires are
shown in gray and a message appears. No flat tire can be detected. Display in the following situations: > Wheel without TPM electronics is mounted:
If need be, have it checked by your MINI dealer.
> Malfunction:
Have the system checked
> TPM was unable to complete the resetting
procedure; reset the system again.
The small warning lamp flashes in yel- low and then lights up continuously; the larger warning lamp lights up in yellow. On the onboard computer, the tires are
shown in gray and a message appears. No flat tire can be detected. Display in the following situation: > Interference due to systems or devices that
use the same radio frequency: The system automatically reactivates once it is outside of the field of interference.
Message for unsuccessful system reset Yellow warning lamp comes on. A mes- sage appears on the onboard com- puter.
The system has detected a wheel change, but has not yet been reset. It is not possible to pro- vide a reliable warning about the current infla- tion pressure. Check the tire inflation pressure and reset the system, page 76.
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Declaration according to NHTSA/ FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Each tire, including the spare, should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire infla- tion pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehi- cle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pres- sure for those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pres- sure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping
ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substi- tute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has not reached the level at which the TPMS low tire pressure tell- tale illuminates. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously lit. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi- cator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replace- ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop- erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Airbags
The following airbags are located under the marked covers: 1 Front airbags 2 Knee airbag 3 Side airbags in backrests 4 Head airbags at the front and rear
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Protective action
Observe the instructions on page 37 to ensure the best possible personal protec-
tion.< The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro- vide adequate restraint. When needed, the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact. The relevant side airbag supports the side upper body area. The head air bag supports the head. The airbags are designed to not be triggered in every type of collision, e.g. not in minor acci- dents, certain rollover situations or rear impacts.
Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags, cover them or
modify them in any other way. Keep the dashboard and window on the passen- ger side free from obstruction, i.e. do not cover it with adhesive film or coverings, and do not affix any holders such as for a navigation device or a mobile phone. Do not attach seat covers, cushions or other objects not specifically approved for seats with integral side airbags to the front seats. Do not hang items of clothing such as coats or jackets over the backrests. Do not attempt to remove the airbag retention system from the vehicle. Do not modify the individual components of the system or its wiring in any way. This includes the upholstery in the center of the steering wheel, on the instrument cluster, the doors, and the roof pillars as well as the sides of the headliner. Do not attempt to remove or dismantle the steering wheel.<
Do not touch the individual components immediately after the system has been triggered, because there is a danger of burns. Have the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of airbag generators executed only by your MINI dealer or a workshop that has the required explosives licenses.
Otherwise, unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag activation, either of which could result in personal injury.< Warning notices and information about the air- bags can also be found on the sun visors.
Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags The presence of a passenger in the front passen- ger seat is detected by measuring the resistance of the human body. The system correspondingly activates or deactivates the front, side, and knee airbags for the front passenger.
Make sure that the front passenger's feet remain in the footwell; otherwise, it is not possible to guarantee the function of the front passenger airbags.< The indicator lamp above the interior rearview mirror shows the current status of the front pas- senger airbags, deactivated or activated, refer to Status of front passenger airbags below.
Before transporting a child on the front passenger seat, read the safety informa-
tion and follow the instructions under Transport- ing children safely, page 44.<
Malfunction of the automatic deactivation When teenagers and adults assume certain sit- ting positions, this can cause the front, side, and knee airbags to deactivate. The indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up when this occurs. In such cases, the passenger should change his or her sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the desired airbag status cannot be achieved by changing the sit- ting position, transport the relevant passenger on a rear seat. > Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or
other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by the manufacturer of your MINI.
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> Do not place items on the front passenger
seat.
> Do not place items under the seat which could press against the seat from below.
Status of front passenger airbags
Operational readiness of airbag system
As of radio readiness, page 48, the warning lamp lights up briefly to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners are oper- ational.
Airbag system malfunction > The warning lamp does not come on when
radio readiness is switched on.
> The warning lamp stays lit continuously.
In the event of a fault in the airbag system, have it checked without delay; otherwise, there is the risk that the system will not function as intended even if a severe accident occurs.<
The indicator lamp for the front passenger air- bags shows the functional status of the front passenger's front, side, and knee airbags in accordance with whether and how the front passenger seat is occupied. The indicator lamp shows whether the front passenger airbags are activated or deactivated. > The indicator lamp lights up when a child in a specially designated child restraint system is properly detected on the seat or the seat is unoccupied. The front, side, and knee airbags for the front passenger are not activated.
Most child seats are detected by the system. This particularly applies to
child seats that were required by NHTSA at the time of manufacture of the vehicle. After installing a child seat, check that the indica- tor lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up. It indicates that the child seat has been detected and that the front passenger airbags are deactivated.<
> The indicator lamp does not come on as long as a person of sufficient size and in a correct sitting position is detected on the seat. The front, side, and knee airbags for the front passenger are activated.
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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.
Parking lamps/low beams
0 Lamps off / daytime running lights 1 Parking lamps and daytime running lights 2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps 3 Automatic headlamp control, daytime run- ning lights, welcome lamps, and Adaptive Light Control
When you open the driver's door with the igni- tion switched off, the exterior lighting is auto- matically switched off if the light switch is in position 0, 2 or 3. Switch on the parking lamps if necessary, switch position 1.
Parking lamps Turn the light switch to position 1. The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. Activation of lights on one side of the vehicle for parking, page 83.
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The parking lamps will discharge the bat- tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat- tery might not have enough power to start the engine.<
Low beams Turn the light switch to position 2. The low beams come on when the ignition is on.
Automatic headlamp control When the switch is in position 3, the low beams are switched on and off automatically depend- ing on ambient light conditions, e.g. in a tunnel, in twilight, or if there is precipitation. Adaptive Light Control is active. The headlamps may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a blue sky. When driving into tunnels with bright overhead lights, there may be a delay before the head- lamps come on. The low beams remain switched on indepen- dent of the ambient lighting conditions when you switch on the fog lamps. If the daytime running lights are activated, page 82, the low beams are always switched on with the light switch in position 3 and the igni- tion on. The exterior lamps are automatically switched off after the vehicle is parked.
The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for your personal
judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions. For example, the system cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks, you should respond to these kinds of low-visibility situations by switching the head- lamps on manually.<
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Welcome lamps If you leave the light switch in the low beam or automatic headlamp control position when you switch off the ignition, the parking lamps and interior lamps come on for a certain time as soon as the vehicle is unlocked.
Pathway lighting If you activate the headlamp flasher after switching off the ignition with the lamps switched off, the low beams come on and remain on for a certain time. The setting is stored for the remote control in use, refer to Personal Profile, page 26.
Setting the duration or deactivating the function 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Pathway light.:" 4. Set a time of duration or deactivate the func-
tion.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Daytime running lights The light switch can remain in the lamps off, parking lamps or automatic headlamp control position. In the lamps off position, the exterior lighting is automatically switched off after the vehicle is parked. In the parking lamps position, the park- ing lamps will stay on after the ignition is switched off.
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Switch on the parking lamps separately if needed.
Activating/deactivating daytime running lights The setting is stored for the remote control in use, refer to Personal Profile, page 26. 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Daytime running lamps"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Adaptive Light Control
The concept Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road.
Activating Adaptive Light Control With the ignition switched on, turn the light switch to position 3, refer to page 81. Standstill function: To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Light Control does not pivot toward the driver's side when the vehicle is at a standstill. In reverse, the Adaptive Light Control is not acti- vated.
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High beams/ roadside parking lamps
1 Turn signals/roadside parking lamps 2 Switching on high beams 3 Switching off high beams/headlamp flasher
Roadside parking lamps, left or right The vehicle can be illuminated on one side for parking. Comply with local regulations when doing so.
Switching on After parking the vehicle, press and hold the lever up or down, arrow 1.
The roadside parking lamps drain the bat- tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat- tery might not have enough power to start the engine.<
Switching off Press the lever up or down to the pressure point.
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Front fog lamps
Press the button to switch the lamps on and off.
Front fog lamps The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on for the fog lamps to operate. The green indicator lamp lights up when the fog lamps are switched on. Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the fog lamps are switched off when you activate the headlamp flasher or switch on the high beams. If the automatic headlamp control is acti- vated, the low beams will come on auto- matically when you switch on the fog lamps.<
Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting only when the parking lamps or the low beams are on. The intensity of the brightness changes up to a predetermined end point, and then decreases.
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Adjusting brightness > Briefly press button: Brightness changes in
stages.
> Press and hold the button. Brightness
changes in a continuous manner.
Interior lamps The interior lamps, the footwell lamps, the entry lamps, and the cargo area lamp are controlled automatically.
To reduce the drain on the battery, a short while after the ignition is switched off,
refer to Start/Stop button on page 48, all lights in the vehicle's passenger compartment are switched off.<
Switching interior lamps on/off manually
To switch the reading lamps on and off. In the front: Press the switch. In the rear: Press the button.
Ambient lighting
The color and brightness of the ambient lighting can be changed. > Press the switch forward.
The color changes in stages.
> Press the switch toward the rear. The brightness changes in stages.
Intermediate settings and colors are possible.
For a continuous color change in the ambient lighting, press and hold the
switch forward for longer than 10 seconds.<
To switch the interior lamps on/off. Press the switch. To switch off the interior lamps permanently, press the switch for about 3 seconds.
Reading lamps Reading lamps are provided in the front and rear adjacent to the interior lamps.
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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.
Equipment versions Depending on your vehicle's equipment, your MINI contains an air conditioner or an automatic climate control. 1 Air conditioner 86
2 Automatic climate control 87Air vents 3 Airflow directed toward the windshield and
side windows
4 Air to the upper body area, draft-free venti-
lation
5 Air to the footwell
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1 Air flow rate 2 Cooling function 3 Recirculated-air mode 4 Temperature
5 Rear window defroster 6 Air distribution 7 Windshield heating
Air flow rate
Adjust the air flow rate. The higher the rate, the more effective the heating or cooling will be. The air flow rate is lowered or switched off
entirely to reduce the drain on the battery.
Switching the system on/off Turn the air flow rate rotary switch to 0. Blower and air conditioner are completely switched off and the air supply is cut off. Set any desired air flow rate to switch on the air conditioner.
Cooling function
Button
Function
When the cooling function is on, the air is cooled, dried, then reheated according to the tempera- ture setting. The passen- ger compartment can only be cooled while the engine is running.
