MINI Convertible 2012 Owner's Manual

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Contents

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OWNER'S MANUAL

MINI COUPE MINI ROADSTER MINI CONVERTIBLE

A - Z

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Congratulations on your new MINI

This Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information.

We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

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The fastest way to find information on a particular topic or item is by using the index, refer to page 258.

4 Notes 7 Reporting safety defects

AT A GLANCE 9

10 Cockpit 16 Onboard computer 20 Letters and numbers 21 Voice activation system

CONTROLS 25

26 Opening and closing 48 Adjustments 54 Transporting children safely 58 Driving 67 Controls overview 78 Technology for driving comfort and safety 91 Lamps 96 Climate 101 Practical interior accessories

COMMUNICATIONS 163

164 Hands-free device Bluetooth 173 Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth 184 Office 192 MINI Connected

MOBILITY 195

196 Refueling 199 Wheels and tires 211 Engine compartment 215 Maintenance 217 Care 221 Replacing components 233 Giving and receiving assistance

REFERENCE 239

240 Technical data 250 Short commands for the voice activation

system

258 Everything from A to Z

DRIVING TIPS 107

108 Things to remember when driving

NAVIGATION 117

118 Navigation system 120 Destination entry 129 Route guidance 137 What to do if…

ENTERTAINMENT 139

140 On/off and tone 143 Radio 150 CD player 152 External devices

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Notes

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Notes

Using this Owner's Manual

We have tried to make all the information in this Owner's Manual easy to find. The fastest way to find specific topics is to refer to the detailed index at the back of the manual. If you wish to gain an initial overview of your vehicle, you will find this in the first chapter.

Should you wish to sell your MINI at some time in the future, remember to hand over this Owner's Manual to the new owner; it is an important part of the vehicle.

Additional sources of information

Should you have any other questions, your MINI dealer will be glad to advise you at any time.

You can find more information about the MINI, for example on its technology, on the Internet at www.MINI.com.

Symbols used

Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the

possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.<

Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your

vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle.<

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

< Marks the end of a specific item of informa-

tion.

"..." Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions.

{...} Verbal instructions to use with the voice activation system.

{{...}} Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation system.

Symbols on vehicle components

Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Manual for

information on a particular part or assembly.

Vehicle equipment

The manufacturer of your MINI is the Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, BMW AG.

This Owner's Manual describes all models as well as all production, country and special equipment that is offered in the model range. 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. For equipment and models that are not described in this Owner's Manual, please see the supplementary Owner's Manuals that are provided.

Status of this Owner's Manual at time of printing

The high level of safety and quality of the MINI vehicles is ensured through continuous development. In rare cases, there may be differences between the description and the vehicle.

For your safety

Maintenance and repair

Advanced technology, e.g. the use of

modern materials and high-performance electronics, requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods. Therefore, have the

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necessary work on your MINI only carried out by a MINI dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.<

Parts and accessories

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

facturer of the MINI.

When you purchase accessories tested and approved by the manufacturer of the MINI and Original MINI Parts, you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by the manufacturer of the MINI to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle.

The manufacturer of the MINI warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workmanship.

The manufacturer of the MINI will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and accessories not approved by the manufacturer of the MINI.

The manufacturer of the MINI cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a MINI safely and without risk to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occupants.

Original MINI Parts, MINI Accessories and other products approved by the manufacturer of the MINI, together with professional advice on using these items, are available from all MINI dealers.

Installation and operation of accessories that have not been approved by the manufacturer of your MINI, such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension components, brake dust shields, telephones, including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna, or transceiver equipment, for instance, CBs, walkie-talkies, ham radios or similar accessories, may cause extensive damage to the vehi-

cle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical sys te m o r a ff ec t t he va lidi ty of the MINI Limited Warranty. See your MINI dealer for additional information.<

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of

the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any certified automotive part.<

California Proposition 65 warning

California law requires us to issue the following warning:

Engine exhaust and a wide variety of

automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling.

Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.<

Service and warranty

We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.

Your MINI is covered by the following warranties:

> New Vehicle Limited Warranty > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty > Federal Emissions Performance Warranty > California Emission Control System Limited

Warranty

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

Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and designed to meet the particular operating conditions and registration requirements in your country and continental region in order to deliver the full driving pleasure while the vehicle is operated under those conditions. If you wish to operate your vehicle in another country or region, you may be required to adapt your vehicle to meet different prevailing operating conditions and registration requirements. You should also be aware of any applicable warranty limitations or exclusions for such country or region. In such a case, please contact Customer Relations for further information.

Maintenance

Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain road safety, operational reliability and the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Specifications for required maintenance measures:

> MINI Maintenance System

> Service and Warranty Information Booklet

for US models

> Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for

Canadian models

If the vehicle is not maintained according to these specifications, this could result in serious damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not covered by the MINI New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Data memory

A variety of electronic components in your vehicle include data storage devices, which store technical information on the condition of your vehicle, events and errors, either temporarily or permanently. In general, this technical information documents the condition of a component, a module, a system or the surroundings:

> Operating conditions of system compo-

nents, e.g., fill levels.

> Status messages regarding the vehicle and

of its individual components, such as wheel rpm/vehicle speed, response delay, lateral acceleration.

> Malfunctions and defects in the major

system components, such as the lights and brakes.

> Responses of the vehicle in special driving

situations, such as the deployment of an airbag, the utilization of stability control systems.

> Environmental conditions, such as tempera-

ture.

These data are exclusively of a technical nature and are used for the detection and correction of errors, as well as the optimization of vehicle functions. Motion profiles of traveled routes can not be deduced from these data. If services are required, such as repair services, service processes, warranty claims and quality assurance, then this technical information can be read out by employees of service departments, including the manufacturer, from the event and error data storage devices by using special diagnostic equipment. There, if necessary, you will receive further information. After remedying an error, the information in the error memory is deleted or progressively overwritten.

When using the vehicle, situations are conceivable in which this technical data, in conjunction with other information, such as accident reports, vehicle damage, witness statements, etc. - possibly with the assistance of an expert - could be traced to particular individuals. Additional functions that are agreed upon contractually with the customer, such as vehicle tracking in case of emergency, permit the transmission of certain vehicle data from the vehicle.

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Reporting safety defects

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For US customers

The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US.

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, in addition to notifying MINI of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-

1117.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or MINI of North America, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov

Notes

For Canadian customers

Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca/ roadsafety

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AT A GLANCE

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CONTROLS

DRIVING TIPS

NAVIGATION

ENTERTAINMENT

COMMUNICATIONS

MOBILITY

REFERENCE

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AT A GLANCE Cockpit

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Cockpit

Vehicle equipment

In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model

Around the steering wheel

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.

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Cockpit AT A GLANCE

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1 Adjusting the exterior mirrors, folding them

in and out 52

Parking lamps 91

Low beams 91

Automatic headlamp control 91 Adaptive Light Control 92

Turn signals 63

High beams 93

Headlamp flasher 63

Roadside parking lamps 93

Computer 68

3 MINI Roadster, MINI Convertible: Always

Open Timer 69

4 Tachometer 12

Instrument lighting 94

Resetting the trip odometer 67

Wiper system 63

Switching the ignition on/off and starting/stopping the engine 58

8 Buttons on steering wheel,

right

Resuming cruise control 65

Storing speed and accelerating or decelerating

Activating/deactivating cruise control 66

left side

Increasing or reducing volume

Telephone:

Press: accepting and ending a call, starting dialing of selected phone number and redialing if no phone number is selected

Microphone on steering column Activating/deactivating voice activation system 21

Microphone on steering column

Changing the radio station Selecting a music track Scrolling through the redial list

7 Ignition lock 58

9 Horn: the entire surface

10 Adjusting the steering wheel 53

11 Releasing the hood 212

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AT A GLANCE Cockpit

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Displays

1 Tachometer 67

with indicator and warning lamps 13

2 Display for

> Current vehicle speed 67

> Indicator and warning lamps 13

3 Resetting the trip odometer 67

4 Display for

> Position of automatic transmission 60

> Computer 68

> Date of next scheduled service, and

remaining distance to be driven 71

> Odometer and trip odometer 67

> Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 83

> Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 86

> Settings and information 70

> Personal Profile settings 26

5 Instrument lighting 94

6 Speedometer

with indicator and warning lamps 13

7 Control Display 17

8 Fuel gauge 67

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Indicator and warning

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lamps

The concept

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in various combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2.

Some lamps will be tested for proper functioning when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on and will therefore light up briefly.

Cockpit AT A GLANCE

You can call up more information, e.g. on the cause of a malfunction and on how to respond, via Check Control, page 74.

In urgent cases, this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp lights up.

Indicator lamps without text messages

The following indicator lamps in display area 1 indicate certain functions:

High beams/headlamp flasher 93

Explanatory text messages

Text messages at the upper edge of the Control Display explain the meaning of the displayed indicator and warning lamps.

Front fog lamps 93

Rear fog lamp 94

Lamp flashes: DSC or DTC is regulating the drive forces in order to maintain driving stability 79

Parking brake applied 60

Engine malfunction with adverse effect on exhaust emissions 216

Cruise control 65

Turn signals 63

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AT A GLANCE Cockpit

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Around the center console

1 Hazard warning flashers

2 Speedometer with Control Display 12

3 Radio/CD

Selecting waveband

Changing the audio source

Changing the radio station or track

Ejecting CD

4 Air conditioner or automatic climate

control 96

Temperature

Recirculated-air mode

Air distribution for air conditioner

Air distribution to the windshield

Air distribution to the upper body area

Air distribution to the footwell

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Automatic air distribution and flow rate

Maximum cooling

Cooling function

Defrosting windows

Rear window defroster

Windshield heating

Air flow rate

5 Switches in the center console

Seat heating 51

Power windows 36

MINI Convertible: central power window unit 36

Rear fog lamp 93

Front fog lamps 93

Central locking system, inside 30

6 USB audio interface 153

7 Buttons on the center console

Sport button 81

Driving stability control systems Dynamic Stability Control DSC 79 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 80

8 Changing to a different menu on the Control

Display

9 MINI joystick 16

Move in four directions, turn or press

10 Accessing the main menu on the Control

Display 17

Around the headliner

1 Indicator/warning lamp for front passenger

airbags 89

2 Switch panel

Reading lamps 94

MINI Roadster: interior lamps/ reading lamps 94

Color of ambient lighting 95

MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: extending and retracting spoiler manually 82

MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster: opening and closing the sunroof or convertible top 37

Interior lamps 94

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AT A GLANCE Onboard computer

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Onboard computer

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

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 control 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

Control Display

Notes

> When cleaning the Control Display, follow

the care instructions.

> Do not place any objects in the area of the

Control Display; otherwise, the Control Display can be damaged.

Switching Control Display off/on

1. Move the MINI joystick to the right repeat-

edly until the "Options" menu is displayed.

2. "Switch off control display"

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

2. Tilting in four directions.

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Buttons on MINI joystick

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Onboard computer AT A GLANCE

Opening the main menu

Press the button.

Button Function

Accessing the main menu

Changing to another menu

Operating principle

As of radio readiness, the following message appears on the Control Display:

To hide the message: Press the MINI joystick. The main menu is displayed.

The message is automatically hidden after approx. 10 seconds.

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.

2. Press the MINI joystick.

A new menu is displayed or the function is executed.

Using the button on the MINI joystick:

Press the button.

Each time that the button is pressed, the menu items "Navigation", "Radio", "CD/Multimedia" and "Telephone" are called up, one after another.

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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AT A GLANCE Onboard computer

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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 new panel is opened and placed on top.

Arrows pointing left or right indicate that additional panels can be accessed.

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.

> Screen settings.

> Control options for the selected menu.

Adjusting settings

1. Select a field.

2. Turn the MINI joystick until the desired

setting is displayed.

3. Press the MINI joystick to confirm the

setting.

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.

Opening the Options menu

Move the MINI joystick to the right repeatedly until the "Options" menu is displayed.

The following is displayed in the "Options" menu:

Example: setting the clock

1. Press the button.

2. Turn the MINI joystick until "Settings" is

The main menu is displayed.

selected, and press the MINI joystick.

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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.

Status information

1 Time

2 Telephone status

> Incoming, outgoing or missed call

> Roaming active

> Text message received

3 Reception strength of the wireless

network, depends on the mobile phone

4 Display for:

> Entertainment:

Radio, CD, external devices

> Telephone:

Name of the mobile phone paired with the vehicle

5 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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AT A GLANCE Letters and numbers

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Letters and numbers

Vehicle equipment

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 lowercase letters:

Symbol Function

Move the MINI joystick forward: to switch from uppercase letters to lowercase letters

Move the MINI joystick forward: to switch from lowercase letters to uppercase letters

Symbol Function

Press the MINI joystick: delete one letter or number

Press and hold the MINI joystick: delete all letters or numbers

Enter a blank space

Wordmatch concept

Entry of names and addresses: the selection is narrowed down every time a letter is entered and letters may be added automatically.

the entries are continuously compared to the data stored in the vehicle.

> The only letters offered for entry are those

> Destination search: town/city names can be

for which data are available.

entered with the spelling used in any of the languages available on the Control Display.

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Voice activation system AT A GLANCE

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Voice activation system

Vehicle equipment

The concept

> By using the voice activation system,

individual 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 supported by the voice activation system.

To set the language, see page 76.

Symbols in the Owner's Manual

{...} Say the specified commands word for word. {{...}} Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation 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 Display.

This symbol is displayed on the Control Display when you can enter additional commands.

Terminating or canceling voice activation system

Press the button on the steering wheel or

{Cancel}

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AT A GLANCE Voice activation system

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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 activation 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 system 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.

Carrying out functions through short commands

Main menu functions can be executed immediately by short commands, almost regardless of which menu item is selected, e.g., {Vehicle status}.

List of voice activation system short commands, see page 250.

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"

3. "Speech mode:"

Using alternative commands

There are often a number of commands to run a function, e.g.:

{Radio} or {Radio on}

4. Select a setting:

> "Default"

> "Short"

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Notes

For voice commands, bear in mind the following:

> Do not use the voice activation system to

initiate an emergency call. In stressful situations, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establishment 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 destination for navigation.

> Always speak the commands in the

language of the voice activation system.

> When selecting a radio station, use the

standard pronunciation of the station name.

{Select station} e.g. W-PLJ

> Keep the doors and windows closed to

prevent interference from outside noise.

> Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while

speaking.

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AT A GLANCE

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CONTROLS

DRIVING TIPS

NAVIGATION

ENTERTAINMENT

COMMUNICATIONS

MOBILITY

REFERENCE

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CONTROLS Opening and closing

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Opening and closing

Vehicle equipment

Keys/remote controls

Buttons on the remote control

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 ignition 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 35.

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.

In addition, information about service requirements is stored in the remote control, refer to Service data in the remote control, page 215.

New remote controls

Your MINI dealer can supply new remote controls as additional units or as replacements in the event of loss.

Integrated key

Press button 1 to release the key.

The integrated key fits the following locks:

> Driver's door, page 29

> MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster: glove

compartment, page 101

> MINI Convertible: locking the rear seat

backrest, page 112

> MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: opening for

loading, page 111

Personal Profile

The concept

The functions of your MINI can be set individually. By means of Personal Profiles, most of these settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. When you unlock the car, the remote control is recognized and the settings stored for it are called up and implemented.

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Opening and closing CONTROLS

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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 control and the corresponding settings.

Individual settings are stored for a maximum of three remote controls.

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 63

> Settings for the displays on the onboard

computer, in the speedometer and in the tachometer:

> 12 h/24 h mode of the clock 73

> Date format 73

> Brightness of the Control Display 77

> Language on the Control Display 76

> Units of measure for fuel consumption,

distance covered/remaining distances and temperature 71

> Light settings:

> Pathway lighting 92

> Daytime running lights 92

> Automatic climate control: activating/

deactivating the AUTO program, setting the temperature, air volume and air distribution 98

> Entertainment:

> Tone control 141

> Adjusting volume levels 141

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 anti-theft system is also operated at the same time. It prevents the doors from being unlocked using the lock buttons or door handles. The remote control can also be used to switch on/off the welcome lamps and interior lamps. The alarm system is also activated or deactivated, page 32.

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 interior 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 outside.<

Central locking system

The concept

The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed.

Using the remote control

Unlocking

Press the button. The welcome lamps and interior lamps come on.

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Unlocking mode

You can also set which parts of the car are unlocked. The setting is stored for the remote control in use.

1. "Settings"

2. "Door locks"

3. "Unlock button"

4. Select a menu item:

> "All doors"

Press the button once to unlock the entire vehicle.

> "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.

convertible top is completely open. The side windows remain open.

With Comfort Access: when you are close to the vehicle, the windows are raised after the convertible top opens on the MINI Convertible if you continue pressing the button.

Convenient closing

MINI Convertible:

When you are close to the vehicle, the remote control for Comfort Access can be used to close the convertible top, the sliding sunroof and the windows.

Press and hold the button.

The convertible top and the windows are closed.

Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured. Releasing the

button interrupts the closing process.<

MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster:

Convenient closing using the remote control is not possible.<

Locking

Press the button.

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.<

Setting confirmation signals

To have the vehicle confirm when it has been locked or unlocked.

1. "Settings"

2. "Door locks"

Convenient opening

Press and hold the button. The power windows open. In addition, the sliding sunroof opens on the MINI Convertible.

To open the convertible top and rear windows on the MINI Convertible: release button and press again and keep pressed until the

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3. "Flash when lock/unlock"

4. Press the MINI joystick.

Switching on interior lamps

While the car is locked: Press the button. You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages, etc.

Unlocking the tailgate

Press the button for approx. 1 second and then release it.

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 tailgate has not been inadvertently unlocked.<

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 inter-

ference, and

> this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the

user's authority to operate this equipment.<

Using the door lock

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 discharged. Use this remote control during an extended drive; this will recharge the battery, page 26.

You can set which parts of the car are unlocked, page 27.

Depending upon the equipment, it is possible that only the driver's side door is unlocked or locked 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.<

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Locking doors and tailgate together

To lock all doors, the fuel filler flap, and the tailgate together:

1. With the doors closed, press the interior

central locking button, page 30, to lock the vehicle.

2. Unlocking and opening the driver or passen-

ger door, page 30.

3. Locking the vehicle:

> Lock the driver's door with the integrated

key via the door lock, or

> press the safety lock button on the

passenger's door and close the door from the outside.

Manual operation

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

Opening and closing: from inside

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 outside.<

Automatic locking

You can also set the situations in which the car locks. The setting is stored for the remote control 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 switch locks or unlocks the doors and tailgate when the doors are closed, but the antitheft 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

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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 window.<

Opening

In some market-specific versions, the tail-

gate cannot be unlocked using the remote control unless the vehicle is unlocked first.<

Manual unlocking

In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also manually release the tailgate.

MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster:

Pull on the handle. The tailgate is released.

MINI Convertible:

1. Use the integrated key and open the back-

rest lock 1.

Press the button in the handle, arrow, or the

button of the remote control, for an extended period. The tailgate is unlocked and can be opened.

MINI Convertible

The maximum load that may be placed on the open tailgate is 175 lbs/80 kg.<

2. Press button 2 and fold down backrest

together with the belt strap.

3. Pull the handle, refer to arrow. The tailgate is

released.

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MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster: emergency unlocking

Pull on the handle in the luggage compartment. The tailgate is unlocked.

Closing

Make sure that the closing path of the tailgate 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.<

MINI Coupe

MINI Roadster

A handle recess 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 example 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

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

General information

Whenever the car is locked or unlocked, the alarm system is armed or disarmed.

Door lock with armed alarm system

Arming and disarming

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.

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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 button for at least 2 seconds.

Switching off the alarm: Press any button.

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 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.

Interior movement detector

Before the interior movement detector can operate correctly, the windows and glass roof must be closed.

MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster

The passenger compartment is monitored up to the height of the seat's surface. This way, the anti-theft alarm system including the interior motion sensor are armed, even if the convertible top is open. Falling objects, e.g. tree leaves, may trigger a false alarm, refer to Avoiding false alarms.

> LEDs pulse or LED flashes: system is armed.

> One LED flashes at short intervals:

Doors, the hood or the tailgate are not properly 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 activated.

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

control twice in succession.

> Lock the vehicle twice with the integrated

key.

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LEDs flash in short succession for approx. 2seconds. 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 immediate vicinity or in the passenger compartment.

Comfort Access supports the following functions:

> Unlocking/locking the vehicle

> Unlocking the tailgate separately

> Starting the engine

> MINI Convertible: Convenient closing and

soft-top control with the remote control for Comfort Access

> MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: closing the side

windows

Functional requirements

> There are no external malfunction sources in

the vicinity.

> For locking, the remote control must be

outside 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

operate the windows.

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 cover, the system 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 28, 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.

MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster: Window and convertible top operation

If a remote control is inside the vehicle, the windows and convertible top can be opened and closed after the radio is ready to operate.

Unlocking the tailgate separately

Press the button on the outside of the tailgate.

Corresponds to pressing the button.

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 hazard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal sounds.<

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Windows, electric

If the engine is switched off, you can still operate the windows 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 can be operated again.

Insert the remote control into the ignition lock to be able to operate the windows 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 58.

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 58.

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 60. To switch the engine off when the selector lever is in position N, the remote control must be in the ignition lock.

Before driving a vehicle with automatic transmission into a car wash

1. Insert remote control into ignition lock.

2. Depress the brake.

3. Move the selector lever to position N.

4. Switch off the engine.

The vehicle can roll.

remote control or the charging of a mobile phone in the vehicle.

If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the buttons on the remote control or using the integrated 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 malfunctioning. 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 comes on and a

message appears on the Control Display:

replace the battery in the remote control.

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.

Malfunction

Comfort Access may malfunction due to local radio waves, e.g. due to the presence of a mobile phone in the immediate vicinity of the

2. Insert the new battery with the plus side

facing up.

3. Press the cover on to close.

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Take the old battery to a recycling center or to 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 themselves.<

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

> 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.

Closing

In order to close the window, press the switch up. The window closes until you release the switch.

Initializing electric power windows

If the battery was disconnected, e.g. for changing batteries or vehicle storage,

reinitialize the power windows; otherwise, the windows will not be lowered.<

1. Close the doors.

2. Open both windows.

3. Close both windows.

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

MINI Convertible: central power window unit

> Press the switch downward.

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

> Push the switch downward.

With ignition turned on: rear and front window open automatically. Push the switch again to stop the opening movement.

To close the window, push the switch upward and hold.

Do not close the windows until the closing

procedure for the convertible top is finished. Otherwise, it is not ensured that the side windows will close properly against the rubber seals of the convertible top. Convertible top, refer to page 38.<

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.

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Take the key with you when you leave the car; otherwise, children could operate the

electric windows and possibly injure themselves.<

MINI Convertible: convertible top with integrated sliding sunroof

To conserve battery power, if possible

operate the convertible top only while the engine is running. Prior to closing the convertible top, check for and remove all debris from the windshield frame; otherwise, the closing of the top may be hampered.<

Opening and closing the sliding sunroof

To open: Press the switch backward until the desired position or the end position is reached.

To close: Press the switch forward.

The sliding sunroof can be operated up to a road speed of 74 mph / 120 km/h.

Power convertible top

The fully automatic convertible top provides protection from the weather, combined with simple and easy operation.

Here are some helpful tips for getting the most enjoyment out of your MINI Convertible:

> It is recommended that you close the con-

vertible top whenever the vehicle is parked. The closed convertible top not only protects the vehicle interior from damage due to unforeseen bad weather, but also provides a certain degree of protection against theft. Always keep your valuables inside the locked luggage compartment, even if the convertible top is closed.

> Do not mount any roof rack systems on the

convertible top.

> When opening the wet convertible top, e.g.,

after driving in the rain, water drops may enter the luggage compartment. In order to avoid water stains or soiling, remove all objects from the luggage compartment, if necessary.

If the temperature drops below +10 7/ –12 6, do not operate the convertible

top; otherwise, damage may occur.

Do not leave a wet convertible top open for more than one day, since the humidity may cause damages.

Do not place any objects on the convertible top, as they could otherwise fall off while the convertible top is being operated and result in property damage or personal injury.

If the rollover protective system is extended, do not operate the convertible top.

Always completely finish the operation of the convertible top. Driving off before an opening or closing procedure is completely finished can lead to property damage or personal injury.

During the opening and closing operation, ensure that no one is injured by the convertible top linkage or other moving parts. Keep children away from the pivoting range of the convertible top.

For safety reasons, only operate the convertible top while the vehicle is standing.<

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While opening and closing, the convertible

top pivots upward. If operating the convertible top inside a garage or under a bridge, or similar low structure, ensure the minimum clearance is 6.5 ft/2 m; otherwise, the vehicle may be damaged.<

Before opening and closing

> Please observe the previous safety instruc-

tions.

> Please ensure the luggage compartment

roller cover is in its lowest position, refer to page 111; otherwise, the convertible top cannot be opened.

> Ensure the cargo does not push against the

luggage compartment roller cover from below.

> Make sure that the tailgate is closed.

Opening and closing the convertible top

To open: Press the switch backward in order to open the sliding/tilting sunroof. Pressing the switch again opens the convertible top.

To close: Press the switch forward

Operating while driving

The convertible top may be opened or closed while driving not faster than 20 mph/30 km/h.

While operating the convertible top, pay

close attention to the surrounding traffic; otherwise, an accident may happen. Try to avoid operating the convertible top while reversing the vehicle since the rear view is very limited

during the convertible top's movement. Do not operate the convertible top when driving on winding and rough roads or during windy conditions.<

For better control

> The LED lights up during convertible top

operation until the opening or closing procedure is completely finished.

> The LED flashes after releasing the switch.

The opening or closing procedure has not yet been completed. The procedure can be continued in the desired direction by pressing the appropriate switch.

> The "Convertible top not locked" indicator

lamp lights up and a message appears on the Control Display.

Interruption

A convertible top which is not completely open or closed is hazardous.<

The automatic movement is immediately interrupted when the switch for the convertible top operation is released. The procedure can be continued in the desired direction by pressing the appropriate switch.

If the opening or closing procedure is interrupted by releasing the respective switch, the convertible top stays in its current position for several seconds before it slowly moves into a more stable position. The procedure can be continued by pressing the appropriate switch.

The opening and closing procedure is also interrupted in case of a mechanical blockage. In this case, in order to operate the convertible top again:

1. Switch off the ignition and then switch it on

again.

2. Press the switch to continue the procedure

in the desired direction.

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Opening and closing procedure

Do not interrupt and restart the closing procedure several times one after

another, or the convertible top mechanism could be damaged.<

If the convertible top can be moved in only

one direction after several consecutive attempts to operate it, the convertible top system has overheated. Allow the system to cool down for approx. 4 minutes.<

If the battery was disconnected, e.g. for

changing batteries or vehicle storage, reinitialize the power windows, refer to page 36. Otherwise, the windows cannot be lowered or the convertible top cannot be opened.<

Convenience operation

For convenience operation using the remote control, refer to page 27; for operation via the door lock, refer to page 29.

Manual closing in the event of an electrical malfunction

Only close the convertible top manually if

it is absolutely necessary. Never open it manually. Improper handling of the convertible top can result in damage. The closing procedure must be completely finished. Otherwise, damage or injury could result.<

3. Use the screwdriver and turn the gold-

colored screw, refer to arrow, one and a half turns in the direction of the arrow.

Releasing the convertible top

1. Loosen bolt, arrow, with the Allen wrench

and remove.

2. Slide cover in travel direction, arrow 1, and

rotate out sideways, arrow 2. If necessary, press plastic trim, arrow 3 slightly inward.

Before closing

1. Remove Allen key and screwdriver from

vehicle tools, refer to page 221.

2. Pry out luggage compartment lamp from

the left side trim using the screwdriver.

3. Pull out the sensor from cover, arrow, and

place on the inner side panel.

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4. Using the Allen wrench, loosen second bolt,

arrow, to unlock the convertible top.

5. Remove bolt.

6. Slightly lift side frame, arrow 1, and pull the

sensor with the cable forward out of the guide.

7. Swing cable out sideways, arrow 2.

When putting aside, ensure that the cable is not clamped.

Closing the convertible top

1. Place both hands on the convertible top on

the respective side frame.

2. Lift out both sides at the same time, and

swing the convertible top forward onto the cowl.

3. Inside the vehicle, use a screwdriver to pry

out the cover in the center of the roof.

Closing the sliding sunroof

1. Insert the hexagon wrench into the recess in

the center of the roof and push upward, refer to arrow 1.

2. Turn the hexagon wrench in the direction of

3. Open both locking mechanisms and remove

8. Release the second side frame.

4. Insert the pins into the respective recess in

arrow 2.

the locking pieces.

Ensure that the locking pieces do not fall on the vehicle; otherwise it could

be damaged.<

the cowl, refer to arrow.

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Locking the convertible top

Turn hexagon wrench in the opposite direction of arrow 2 until the convertible top is securely locked.

Please contact your MINI dealer to have the electrical malfunction repaired.<

MINI Convertible: wind deflector

With the convertible top open, the wind deflector keeps air movement in the passenger compartment to a minimum, thus providing you with a more pleasant drive, even at higher speeds.

Do not let the wind deflector come into

contact with pointy objects as these may damage the net. Do not place objects on the installed wind deflector. When stowing the wind deflector, ensure that it is not damaged by objects.<

Before installing

1. Take the wind deflector out of the pouch.

2. Unfold the wind deflector, refer to arrows 1.

3. Press the locking device together until it

engages, refer to arrow 2.

Installing and folding up

1. Push out retaining pin 2 on one side until it

engages.

2. Insert wind deflector with retaining pins into

the openings 1 and 2 on that side of the vehicle.

3. On the opposite side of the vehicle, insert

the retaining pin 1 into the opening, pushing against the spring load.

4. Push out retaining pin 2 on one side until it

engages.

5. Fold up the upper part of the wind deflector.

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If a seat is in its rearmost position, do not recline the backrest too far; otherwise, the

wind deflector could be damaged.<

Removing and folding

Remove the deflector following the reverse sequence.

Push the release lever toward the center of the wind deflector and fold both halves together.

MINI Roadster: manual convertible top

General information

The fully automatic convertible top provides protection from the weather, combined with simple and easy operation.

Here are some helpful tips for getting the most enjoyment out of your MINI Roadster:

> It is recommended that you close the con-

> Do not mount any roof rack systems on the

convertible top.

Do not leave a wet convertible top open for more than one day, since the humidity

may cause damages.

Do not place any objects on the convertible top, as they could otherwise fall off while the convertible top is being operated and result in property damage or personal injury.

Always completely finish the operation of the convertible top. Driving off before an opening or closing procedure is completely finished can lead to property damage or personal injury.

During the opening and closing operation, ensure that no one is injured by the convertible top linkage or other moving parts. Keep children away from the pivoting range of the convertible top.

Only open or close the convertible top when the vehicle is stopped.<

While opening and closing, the convertible

top pivots upward. If operating the convertible top inside a garage or under a bridge, or similar low structure, ensure the minimum clearance is 6.5 ft/2 m; otherwise, the vehicle may be damaged.<

Opening

1. Fold the handle out and rotate until it

reaches the end stop, arrow.

2. Using the handle, push the unlocked con-

vertible top upwards and open about six inches.

3. Get out of the vehicle.

4. Guide the convertible top toward the rear.

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6. Turn handle clockwise until there is an

audible click. The convertible top is locked.

If the convertible top has been open for a longer time, a greater force for

locking may be necessary.<

7. Fold the handle back in.

5. Push the convertible top downward with a

slight momentum until it audibly engages.

Closing

1. Switch on the ignition so that the windows

can be automatically lowered slightly. Remove the wind deflector if necessary.

2. Press button 1.

The convertible top is unlocked and moves slightly upward.

3. Get out of the vehicle.

4. Guide the convertible top forward.

5. Pull convertible top onto the windshield

frame

MINI Roadster: semiautomatic convertible top

General information

The fully automatic convertible top provides protection from the weather, combined with simple and easy operation.

Here are some helpful tips for getting the most enjoyment out of your MINI Roadster:

> It is recommended that you close the con-

> If the temperature drops below +14 7/

–10 6, do not operate the convertible top; otherwise, damage may occur.

> Do not mount any roof rack systems on the

convertible top.

For reasons of safety, operate the convertible top only while the vehicle is

not moving, if possible.

During the opening and closing operation, ensure that no one is injured by the convertible top linkage or other moving parts. Keep children away from the pivoting range of the convertible top.

Do not place any objects on the convertible top, as they could otherwise fall off while the con-

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vertible top is being operated and result in property damage or personal injury.

Always completely finish the operation of the convertible top. Driving off before an opening or closing procedure is completely finished can lead to property damage or personal injury.

Do not leave a wet convertible top open for more than one day, since the humidity may cause damages.<

While opening and closing, the convertible

top pivots upward. If operating the convertible top inside a garage or under a bridge, or similar low structure, ensure the minimum clearance is 6.5 ft/2 m; otherwise, the vehicle may be damaged.<

Operating while driving

The convertible top may be opened or closed while driving not faster than 20 mph/30 km/h.

Only operate the convertible top when

traffic conditions permit and vehicle control is not affected; otherwise, an accident may occur.

Do not operate the convertible top when the vehicle is moving in reverse, because rear visibility is severely restricted while the convertible top is opening or closing. Do not operate the convertible top when driving on winding and rough roads or during windy conditions.<

For better control

Indicator lamp lights up. Convertible top has stopped moving. Convertible top is fully open.

Indicator lamp lights up. Convertible top has stopped moving. Close convertible top using the handle.

Interruption

A convertible top which is not completely open or closed is hazardous.<

If the opening or closing operation is interrupted by releasing the switch, the convertible top remains in the current position. The procedure can be continued by pressing the appropriate switch.

The opening and closing procedure is also interrupted in case of a mechanical blockage. In this case, in order to operate the convertible top again:

1. Switch off the ignition and then switch it on

again.

2. Press the switch to continue the procedure

in the desired direction.

Opening and closing the convertible top

Switching on radio readiness or ignition, see page 58.

To spare the battery, operate the

convertible top only when the engine is running, if possible. Before closing the convertible top, remove any foreign objects from the windshield frame that may interfere with the closing of the convertible top.<

Malfunction

The "Convertible top not locked" indicator lamp lights up and a message appears on the Control Display.

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Opening

1. Fold the handle out and rotate until it

reaches the end stop, arrow.

2. Using the handle, push the unlocked con-

vertible top upwards and open about six inches.

3. Turn handle clockwise until there is an

audible click. The convertible top is locked.

If the convertible top has been open for a longer time, a greater force for

locking may be necessary.<

4. Fold the handle back in.

5. If necessary, close windows.

Manual closing in the event of an electrical malfunction

Only close the convertible top manually if

Before closing

Move the side windows slightly down, stop the engine and switch off the ignition.

1. Remove the cover plate, see page 111.

2. Remove luggage area tray, arrow.

3. Push switch back to open the convertible

top. The windows open during this procedure.

Closing

1. Press the switch forward.

2. Pull convertible top onto the windshield

frame

3. Using the Allen wrench from the tool kit,

turn the gold-colored screw, see arrow, in

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the direction of the arrow by about four or five rotations all the way to the stop.

Closing

1. Grasp the convertible top by the convertible

top frame and guide to the windshield frame.

2. Unfold the handle and rotate counter-

clockwise all the way to the stop.

3. Pull convertible top onto the windshield

frame

4. Turn handle clockwise until there is an

audible click. The convertible top is locked.

MINI Roadster: wind deflector

With the convertible top open, the wind deflector keeps air movement in the passenger compartment to a minimum, thus providing you with a pleasant drive, even at higher speeds.

Do not let the wind deflector come into contact with pointy objects as these may

damage the net.<

Before installing

1. Take the wind deflector out of the storage

pouch.

2. Fold the wind deflector open, arrow.

Installing

1. With the parts 1 pointing rearward, insert

2. Slide the wind deflector downward until it

speeds.<

the wind deflector into the recesses 2 in the rollover bar.

engages, arrow 3.

The wind deflector must engage firmly; otherwise it can come loose at high

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Removing

Remove the deflector following the reverse sequence. Pull the wind deflector upward out of the recesses.

Storage

Fold the wind deflector 1 closed and slide it into the storage pouch 2.

The wind deflector can be stored in the rear storage area behind the seats, refer to page 103.

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Adjustments

Vehicle equipment

Sitting safely

The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In conjunction 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 accident. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the following section.

For additional information on transporting children safely, refer to page 54.

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/head airbag; otherwise injuries can occur when airbags are deployed. <

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 individuals. This effect is usually only temporary.

For airbag locations as well as additional information, refer to page 88.

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.

Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.<

Head restraints, refer to page 50.

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 injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing bulky clothing and regularly pull the belt in the upperbody area taut; otherwise, its restraining effect could be impaired.<

Safety belts, refer to page 51.

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Seats

Note before adjusting

Never attempt to adjust your seat while

the vehicle is moving. The seat could 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 danger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection normally provided by the belt.<

Comply with the instructions on head restraint height on page 50 and on damaged safety belts on page 52.

Seat adjustment

Observe the instructions on page 49 to

ensure the best possible personal protection.<

Height

Pull up or push down the lever repeatedly, arrows 1, until the desired height is reached, arrows 2.

Backrest

Pull the lever, arrow 1, and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off, as necessary, arrows 2.

Longitudinal adjustment

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.

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 supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position.

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When moving the seat backward, ensure

that you do not cause personal injury or property damage. Before driving off, engage the front seats and seat backrests. Otherwise, there is a risk of accident due to unexpected movement.<

Head restraints

Turn the wheel to increase or decrease the curvature.

MINI Convertible: getting in back

MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: access to lateral storage tray

1. Pull up the lever on the seat backrest,

arrow 1.

The backrest folds forward.

2. Move the seat forward by pushing on the

backrest, arrow 2.

Return seat to original position

The driver's seat has a mechanical memory function for the forward/back setting and the backrest adjustment.

1. Slide the seat to return to its starting posi-

tion.

Do not fold the backrest up until the

seat is in its previous position. Otherwise, the seat will engage in its current position. In this case, adjust the longitudinal position manually, page 49.<

2. Fold the backrest back up to lock the seat.

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.

Distance

Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head.

Height adjustment

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.

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Reinstall the head restraint before trans-

porting passengers, as otherwise the head restraint cannot provide its protective function.<

Front

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 as far as it will go.

4. Fold back the backrest.

MINI Convertible: rear

1. Pull up as far as it will go.

2. Press button 1 and pull the head restraint

out completely.

Seat heating

Safety belts

Observe the instructions on page 49 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.

Front and rear seats

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 properly, page 49.

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.

Opening

1. Grasp the belt firmly.

2. Press the red button in the buckle.

3. Guide the belt into its reel.

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MINI Convertible: rear belt guide

Please ensure that the belt guide loop, arrow, is locked when putting on the rear

safety belts.<

Safety Belt Reminder

Front seats

The indicator lamps come on and an acoustic signal sounds. In addition, a message appears on the Control

Display. Check whether the safety belt has been fastened correctly. The Safety Belt Reminder is issued when the driver's safety belt has not been fastened. The Safety Belt Reminder is also activated 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 passenger 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 accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer; otherwise, correct operation of these safety systems is not ensured.<

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors

The front passenger's mirror is more

convex 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

To adjust electrically

1. Choose a mirror, and also turn the button to

position 1.

2. To adjust the mirror, tilt the button in the

desired direction forward, backward, left or right.

Manual adjustment

If there is, for example, an electrical failure, press on the edges of the mirror 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.

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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.

Interior rearview mirror

To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night:

Turn the knob.

Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature

Steering wheel

Adjustments

Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion; otherwise, there

is a risk of accident due to an unexpected movement.<

1. Fold the lever down.

2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred

distance and angle to suit your seated position.

3. Swing the lever back up.

Do not use force to swing the lever back up; otherwise, the mechanism

will be damaged.<

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.

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Transporting children safely

Vehicle equipment

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.<

MINI Convertible: 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 accident.<

Children 13 years of age or older must be buckled in with a safety belt as soon as there no longer is any child restraint system that is appropriate for their age, size and weight.

Only install child seats in the rear when the

rear seat backrest is folded all the way back and engaged. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.<

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 deactivated. 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.<

For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 89.

Child restraint systems, installation

Observe the child restraint system manu-

facturer's instructions when selecting, installing and using child restraint systems. Otherwise, the protective effect may be diminished.<

On the front passenger seat

After installing a child restraint system on

the front passenger seat, make sure that the front and side 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.

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Child seat security

MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster

The safety belt for the passenger can be prevented from being pulled out in order to secure child restraint systems.

MINI Convertible

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 systems.

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.

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.<

MINI Convertible: anchor points for LATCH anchors

Before installing the child seat, pull the belt out of the area for the child restraint fixing system.

The anchor points for the lower LATCH anchors are located behind the labeled protective caps.

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.<

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.

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MINI Coupe:

For child restraint systems with tether straps, there is an additional anchor, arrow.

MINI Convertible:

There are two additional anchors for child restraint systems with tether straps, arrows.

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 system in the event of an accident.<

MINI Coupe

1 Direction of travel

2 Head restraint

3 Partition

4 Rear cargo well

5 Tether strap hook

6 Anchor

7 Seat backrest

8 Tether strap of the child restraint system

Attaching upper tether strap to the attachment point

1. Removing front cargo area cover, see

page 110.

2. Slide the head restraint upward.

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.

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MINI Convertible

Ensure that the upper strap 9 is passed

between the seat backrest 8 and the rollover protection system with cross member 3; otherwise, the strap will not properly secure the child restraint system.<

1 Direction of travel

2 Head restraint

3 Rollover protection system with cross

member

4 Cargo area cover

5 Rear cargo well

6 Tether strap hook

7 Anchor

8 Seat backrest

9 Tether strap of the child restraint system

Attaching upper tether strap to the attachment point

1. Slide the head restraint upward.

2. Unlock backrest and slightly fold forward,

refer to page 112.

3. Guide the tether strap between the head

restraint holders.

4. Attach the tether strap to the anchor using

the hook.

5. Fold backrest back and lock in place. Push

headrest down as far as possible.

6. Pull the tether strap tight.

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Driving

Vehicle equipment

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.

Start/Stop button

Press the Start/Stop button to switch radio readiness 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

button on the remote control, refer to

Locking on page 34

> After a certain has elapsed

Automatic transmission

The key can only be removed if the selector lever is in position P: interlock.

Ignition on

Most indicator and warning lamps in indicator area 1, page 13, light up for varying lengths of time.

consumers in order to preserve the battery.<

When the engine is off, switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electrical

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All indicator and warning lamps in the displays go out.

The ignition switches off automatically if the driver's door is opened. Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches the ignition back on.

The ignition is not switched off in situations such as the following:

> The clutch or brake is depressed

> The low beams are switched on

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 monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running; otherwise, such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard. Before leaving the car while the engine is running, 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 catalytic converter.<

Do not let the engine warm up with the vehicle at a standstill. Move off immediately at a moderate engine speed.

When starting the engine, do not depress the accelerator pedal.

Driving CONTROLS

Manual transmission

Key in ignition lock or inside vehicle with Comfort Access, refer to page 34.

1. Depress the brake.

2. Depress the clutch.

3. Press the Start/Stop button.

Automatic transmission

Key in ignition lock or inside vehicle with Comfort Access, refer to page 34.

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 forcefully; otherwise, the vehicle could begin to roll. Secure the vehicle on steep upward and downward 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 prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.

In addition, follow the instructions on page 59 under Switching off the engine.

Applying

The lever locks in position automatically.

Releasing

Otherwise, excessive force could lead to overbraking 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 inadvertently 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 61.

Parking the vehicle

brake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running.<

Pull slightly upward, press the button and lower the lever.

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, continuously press the button of the parking brake lever.

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 58.

To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always select position P and apply the parking

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Selector lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

Displays in the tachometer

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.

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 example. The vehicle can roll.

D Drive, automatic position

Position for normal vehicle operation. All forward gears are selected automatically.

Under normal operation conditions, fuel consumption is lowest when you drive in position D.

Kickdown

Kickdown enables you to achieve maximum performance. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the fullthrottle resistance point.

Sport program and manual mode M/S

Overriding the selector lever lock

Press the button on the front of the selector lever, arrow.

Move the selector lever from position D to the left into the M/S shifting slot: The Sport program is activated and DS is displayed. This position is recommended for a performance-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 tachometer, 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 overrev 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 automatically 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, automatic 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 from the toolkit into

the loop on the passenger's side.

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

prevent the vehicle from rolling away.<

> 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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headlamp flasher

Driving CONTROLS

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

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 resistance 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"

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

position when released.

Normal wiper speed

Press once. The system switches to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary.

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Fast wiper speed

Press twice or press beyond the resistance point. The system switches to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary.

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.

This symbol is displayed in the tachometer.

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 58.

2. Press the button in the turn signal indicator

as often as necessary until "SET/INFO" is displayed.

4. Press the button as often as necessary until

the symbol and "SET" are displayed.

5. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

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.

3. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

When the vehicle lighting system is switched on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals.

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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 completely closed; otherwise, the headlamp washer system may be damaged. Do not use the washers 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 automatically while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on.

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 container.<

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 personal safety.<

Driving CONTROLS

Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recommendations.

Mix the water and antifreeze before filling the washer fluid reservoir to make sure

the correct concentration is maintained.<

Capacity

Approx. 2.6 US quarts/2.5 liters.

With headlamp washer system: approx. 4.8 US quarts/4.5 liters.

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 control of the vehicle and cause an accident as aresult.<

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Activating

1 Maintaining, storing and increasing speed

2 Activating/deactivating cruise control

3 Maintaining, storing and decreasing speed

4 Resuming cruise control

Indicator lamp in the speedometer lights up. The cruise control system is ready and can be activated.

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.

Increasing speed

Press button 1 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached. Every time you press the button, the speed increases by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h.

Accelerating using the button

Press and hold button 1.

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 3 repeatedly until the desired speed is reached.

The functions here are the same as for increasing the speed or accelerating, except that the speed will be decreased.

Resuming a speed stored beforehand

Press button 4. The last speed stored is achieved again and

maintained. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is

switched off.

Display on tachometer

Maintaining current speed

Press button 1.

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.

Selected speed is displayed briefly.

for operation may not be fulfilled.<

Malfunction

If --- mph or --- km/h is displayed briefly in the tachometer, the conditions necessary

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

Fuel gauge

Fuel tank capacity

Approx. 13.2USgal/50liters.

You can find information on refueling on page 197.

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.

If the range displayed is less than

30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; otherwise, engine functions are not guaranteed and damage may occur.<

With a dynamic driving style, e.g. rapid cornering, engine functions are not always assured.

Tachometer

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

Reserve

Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone of approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters the remaining indicator lamps change from orange to red, arrow, and a message 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.

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 sequentially:

> 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 ignition is switched on, press button 3.

Time

To set time, see page 73.

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/+3 6

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 71.

Computer

Displays in tachometer

Press the button in the turn signal lever repeatedly to call up various items of information.

The following information is displayed sequentially:

> Cruising range

> Average fuel consumption

> Current fuel consumption

> Average speed

> MINI Roadster, MINI Convertible: Always

Open Timer

To set the corresponding units of measure, refer to Units of measure on page 71.

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 running.

With the trip computer, page 69, you can have the average fuel consumption for another trip displayed.

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To reset average fuel consumption: press the button in the turn signal lever for approx. 2 seconds.

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 69, 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.

Always Open Timer

When driving the MINI Convertible or the MINI Roadster with its convertible top down, the driving times are displayed digitally on the tachometer.

Analog Always Open Timer

The analog Always Open Timer indicates the number of hours and minutes that you drove with the convertible top down. A maximum of 6 hours and 59 minutes can be displayed.

The total driving time is displayed digitally in the tachometer.

1 LED hour display

2 Minute display

Displays on the Control Display

1. "Vehicle Info"

2. "Onboard info" or "Trip computer"

The following driving times are displayed:

1 Total driving time

2 Current driving time

To reset the display 2: Press and hold the button in the turn signal lever or the "Reset trip odometer" button, page 12, for approx. 2 seconds.

To reset the total driving time, contact your MINI dealer.

Displays in the "Onboard info":

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> Cruising range

> Distance from destination

> Probable arrival time when a destination has

been input into the navigation system, page 120.

Displays in the "Trip computer":

> Departure time

> Trip duration

> Trip distance

Both displays show the following:

> Average fuel consumption

> Average speed

Reset fuel consumption and speed on the onboard computer

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

message.

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 available when the ignition is switched on, the vehicle is at a standstill and the doors are closed.

1 Button for:

> Selecting display

> Setting values

> Confirming selected display or set values

> Calling up computer information 68

Symbol Function

Adjusting rain sensor 64

Calling up Check Control 74

Exiting the menu

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Exiting displays

1. Press the button in the turn signal lever

repeatedly until "HOME" is displayed.

2. Press the button for a longer period.

Current vehicle speed is once again displayed.

Displays are also exited if no entries are made for approx. 8 seconds.

Next setting or item of information

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"

3. Select the desired menu item.

4. Select the desired unit.

Service requirements

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.

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.<

More information on the MINI Maintenance System can be found on page 215.

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More information

Detailed information on service requirements

You can have further information on the scope of maintenance displayed on the Control Display, refer to page 16.

1. "Vehicle Info"

2. "Vehicle status"

3. "Service required"

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 mandated 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 73; otherwise, the effectiveness of Condition Based Service CBS is not ensured.

1. "Vehicle Info"

2. "Vehicle status"

3. "Service required"

4. "§ Vehicle inspection"

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.

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Clock

Setting the time

1. "Settings"

2. "Time/Date"

3. "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.

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.

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 date format

1. "Settings"

2. "Time/Date"

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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.

Check Control

The concept

The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the systems monitored. Check Control messages involve indicator and warning lamps in the display and, in some circumstances, an acoustic signal as well as text messages at the bottom of the Control Display.

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 75.

In urgent cases, this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on.

Exit display: "OK"

Hiding Check Control messages

Indicator and warning lamps

Press the button in the turn signal lever.

> Some Check Control messages are displayed

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

until the malfunctions have been rectified. They cannot be hidden. If several malfunctions occur at the same time, they are displayed in succession.

>They are marked with the symbol

shown here.

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> Other Check Control messages are auto-

matically hidden after approx. 20 seconds, but remain stored.

>They are marked with the symbol

shown here.

The symbol indicates that Check Control messages have been stored. Check Control messages can be viewed whenever it is convenient.

Viewing stored Check Control messages

Stored Check Control messages can only be displayed if the driver's door is closed.

1. Press the button in the turn signal indicator

as often as necessary until "SET/INFO" is displayed.

3. Press the button repeatedly until the corre-

sponding symbol and "CHECK INFO" appear in the display.

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 check for other

messages.

Displaying on the onboard computer

1. "Vehicle Info"

2. "Vehicle status"

3. "Check Control"

2. Press and hold the button until the display

changes.

4. Select the text message.

5. Select a text message.

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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:"

4. Turn the MINI joystick to set the limit.

5. Press the MINI joystick to apply the setting.

The limit is stored.

Activating/deactivating the limit

1. "Settings"

2. "Speed"

3. "Warning"

4. Press the MINI joystick.

Altering settings

Language on the Control Display

You can set the language on the Control Display.

1. "Settings"

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.

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4. Select the desired language.

The setting is stored for the remote control currently 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 currently 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

setting is reached.

5. Press the MINI joystick.

The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. In bright conditions, for example, the brightness control may not be clearly visible.

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Vehicle equipment

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. To measure the distance, there are four ultrasonic sensors in either bumper.

These sensors have a range of approx. 6.5 ft/ 2m. 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 circumstances may lead to the system warning being issued too late.<

Automatic mode

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

Acoustic signals

As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone sounds.

If the distance remains constant, e.g. when driving 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 Display. 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 selector lever is moved into the R position.

System limitations

Even with PDC, final responsibility for

estimating 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, ultrasonic 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, protruding 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 braking. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased.

Braking safely, refer to page 109.

ABS is operational every time you start the engine.

force. Thus, the system helps keep braking distance 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 accelerate.

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 individual wheels.

Every time that the engine is started, DSC is ready to operate.

Deactivating DSC

Cornering Brake Control CBC

Driving stability and steering characteristics are further enhanced while braking in turns or during 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

Press the button until the DSC OFF indicator lamp on the speedometer is on and DSC OFF is displayed on the tachometer. DSC is deactivated. 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.

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 displayed 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 stability. 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.

Activating DTC

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 deactivated; the Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated.

For better control

The indicator lamp on the tachometer is flashing: DTC controls the driving and braking

forces.

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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Deactivating both DTC and DSC

Press the button for at least 3 seconds; the indicator 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 deactivated.

Activating DSC

Press the button again: the indicator lamps go out.

Hill Assist

Hill Assist aids you in comfortably driving off on inclines. It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this.

1. Hold the MINI with the brake.

2. Release the brake and immediately drive

off.

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

Depending on the load and gradient, the

vehicle can roll backward slightly during this period. After you release the brake, immediately start driving since the Hill Assist only holds the vehicle for about 2 seconds, and it will start to roll backward.<

Sport button

Pressing the button causes your MINI to respond even more sportily.

> Engine responds more spontaneously to

movements of the accelerator.

> Steering response is more direct.

> Cooper S, John Cooper Works: the engine

sounds more sporty in coasting mode.

With automatic transmission:

> More rapid gear shifting in Sport program.

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.

MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: automatic rear spoiler

General information

The automatic rear spoiler increases the driving stability of your MINI Coupe or MINI Roadster.

Make sure that the range of motion for the rear spoiler is clear; otherwise, damage

may occur.<

Do not push on the rear spoiler; otherwise, it may be damaged.

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For information on car washing facilities and care, refer to page 217 and following.

Automatic mode

When starting the engine, a retracted rear spoiler is in the automatic mode. It is possible that there will be some noise for a short time when driving off because of the initialization of the system.

Automatic extension:

When driving at speeds in excess of approx. 50 mph/80 km/h.

Automatic retraction:

When driving at speeds below 38 mph/60 km/h.

In the automatic mode, the rear spoiler can not be retracted manually at speeds

greater than 37 mph/60 km/h.<

Manual mode

The manual mode can, for example, be used when cleaning the rear spoiler while the ignition is on or the engine is running. LED on switch is on.

If the rear spoiler stops in an intermediate

position after repeatedly being extended and retracted, then the system has become overheated. After a short cooling down time, the rear spoiler can again be operated.<

Extending rear spoiler

Press the switch toward the rear.

Retracting rear spoiler

If the rear spoiler was manually extended and a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h not exceeded, then the rear spoiler can again be retracted. Otherwise, the rear spoiler cannot be retracted unless the speed is below 37 mph/60 km/h.

> For speeds between 12 mph/20 km/h and

50 mph/80 km/h, briefly press the switch forward or keep pressed.

> For speeds less than 12 mph/20 km/h,

press switch forward and keep pressed.

Malfunctions

Indicator lamp goes on briefly when the ignition is switched on and an acoustic signal is produced.

A message appears on the Control Display.

Display in the following situations:

> Rear spoiler is extended.

Manually retract rear spoiler or it will automatically retract at a speed of approx. 12 mph/20 km/h.

> Rear spoiler can not be extended from the

rear spoiler compartment.

Check if the rear spoiler is free of snow or ice, for example. Free rear spoiler or clear of ice.

Warning lamp goes on and an acoustic signal sounds several times.

A message appears on the Control

Display.

Display in the following situation:

The rear spoiler can not be completely extended; do not exceed a speed of 50 mph or 80 km/h. Have the system checked.

When there is a malfunction at speeds greater than 30 mph/50 km/h, the Dynamic Stability Control DSC switches on.

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Flat Tire Monitor FTM

The concept

The system does not measure the actual inflation pressure in the tires.

The system detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing the rotational speeds of the individual wheels while moving.

In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corresponding 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 cannot be detected. Therefore, check the tire inflation pressure regularly.

In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction:

> System has not been initialized.

> Driving on snowy or slippery road surface.

> Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in

the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration.

> Snow chains are attached.

When the vehicle is driven with a space-saver spare tire, page 230, the Flat Tire Monitor cannot function.

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 detection of a flat tire. Initialization is started by confirming 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.

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The initialization is completed during

driving, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the initialization is continued 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. There is a flat tire or a major loss

in tire inflation pressure.

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with

caution. 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 208, are identified by a circular symbol containing the letters 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 227, can be used for this purpose.

If the inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, 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 226, or to replace the damaged wheel, refer to page 229.

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.

3. At the next opportunity, check the air

pressure in all four tires.

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

Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure:

The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the 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 turning 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, external 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 properties.<

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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.<

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, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not ensured.

Always use wheels with TPM electronics to ensure that the system will operate properly.

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

System limitations

Sudden, serious tire damage caused by

external influences cannot be indicated in advance.<

The system does not operate correctly if it has not been reset. For example, a flat tire may be indicated despite correct tire inflation pressures.

The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire:

> If a wheel without TPM electronics, e.g. a

compact spare wheel, is mounted.

> Interference with TPM by other systems

or devices with the same transmission frequency.

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 indicated by the TPM.

Green wheels

The inflation pressure corresponds to the desired state.

"TPM active" is displayed on the onboard computer.

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 the 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 automatically.

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.<

Message for 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.

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with

caution. 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 208, are identi- fied by a circular symbol containing the letters 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, refer to page 227, can be used for this.

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

If it is not possible to identify the damaged tire, contact your MINI dealer.

2. Use the Mobility Kit to remedy the flat tire on

the damaged wheel, refer to page 226, or to replace the damaged wheel, refer to page. 229.

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 opportunity.

Run-flat tires

You can continue driving with a damaged tire at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.

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

to drive can result in serious accidents.<

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Continued driving with a flat tire

When driving with a damaged tire:

1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-

vers.

2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

3. At the next opportunity, check the air

pressure in all four tires.

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

Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure:

The distance it is possible to drive with a flat tire depends on the load and the stress on the vehicle while driving.

With an average load, it may be possible to drive for approx. 50 miles/80 km.

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a

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 continue driving and contact your MINI dealer.<

Malfunction

The small warning lamp flashes in yellow 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 punctures 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 yellow 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 punctures can be detected.

Display in the following situation:

> Malfunction because of other equipment or

devices, same radio frequency: After leaving the interference area, the system is again active automatically.

Message for unsuccessful system reset

Yellow warning lamp comes on. A message appears on the onboard computer.

The system has detected a wheel change, but has not yet been reset. It is not possible to provide a reliable warning about the current inflation pressure.

Check the tire inflation pressure and reset the system, page 86.

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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 inflation pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure 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 substitute 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 telltale illuminates.

The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system 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 indicator 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 replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. 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

1 Front airbags

2 Side/head airbags in the backrests

Protective action

Observe the instructions on page 48 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 provide adequate restraint. When needed, the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact. The side/head airbag supports the body in the lateral chest area as well as the head. The airbags are designed to not be triggered in every type of collision, e.g. not in minor accidents, 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 passenge r s ide f re e fro m obs tr ucti on, i .e . do n ot cov er 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

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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 panel, 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. In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or triggering of the airbag restraint system, have the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of airbag generators executed only by a MINI dealer or a workshop that works according to repair procedures of the manufacturer of your MINI with correspondingly trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses. Otherwise, unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag activation, either of which could result in personal injury.<

Warning notices and information about the airbags can also be found on the sun visors.

Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags

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

The indicator lamp above the interior

rearview mirror shows the current status of the front passenger airbags, deactivated or activated, refer to Status of front passenger airbags below.<

Before transporting a child on the front

passenger seat, read the safety precautions and handling instructions under Transporting children safely, page 54. The front and side airbags can also be deactivated by adolescents and adults sitting in certain positions; the indicator lamp for the front pas-

senger airbags comes on. 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 sitting 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. Do not place items under the seat which could press against the seat from below. Otherwise, a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not ensured.<

Status of front passenger airbags

The indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags shows the functional status of the front passenger's front and side airbags in accordance with whether and how the front passenger seat is occupied. The indicator lamp shows whether the front passenger airbags are activated or deactivated.

> The indicator lamp comes on as intended

when a child in a specially designated child restraint system is detected on the seat. The front and side 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 indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up. It indicates that the child seat has

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been detected and that the front passenger airbags are deactivated.<

> Th e i nd ic at or la mp do es no t com e o n a s l on g

as a person of sufficient size and in a correct sitting position is detected on the seat. The front and side airbags for the front passenger are activated.

> The indicator lamp does not come on if the

seat is empty. The front and side airbags for the front passenger are not activated.

Operational readiness of airbag system

As of radio readiness, page 58, the warning lamp lights up briefly to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners are operational.

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.<

longitudinal axis. The roll bar located behind the rear seat headrest is projected within a fraction of a second.

In addition to the reinforced windshield frame, the rollover protection system increases the safety for the vehicle occupants.

Never block the travel path of the rollover

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

Lowering

If the rollover protection system releases accidentally, have your MINI dealer check it.

If the rollover protective system is

extended, do not operate the convertible top. Never attempt to modify the individual components or the electrical wiring of the rollover protective system. Have the necessary work on the rollover protection system of your MINI only carried out by an authorized MINI dealer. Faulty repair may lead to the failure of the system or malfunctions. Check the system regularly and in order to ensure a long service life of all functions, it is mandatory to maintain the service intervals, refer to page 71.<

MINI Convertible: rollover protection system

The rollover protection system is automatically activated in the event of a sufficiently severe accident or with an extreme inclination in the

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Lamps CONTROLS

Vehicle equipment

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

running lights, welcome lamps, and Adaptive Light Control

When you open the driver's door with the ignition switched off, the exterior lighting is automatically 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 93.

The parking lamps will discharge the

battery. Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the battery 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 depending 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 headlamps come on.

The low beams remain switched on independent of the ambient lighting conditions when you switch on the fog lamps.

If the daytime running lights are activated, page 92, the low beams are always switched on with the light switch in position 3 and the ignition 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 headlamps 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

function.

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 currently 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.

The setting is stored for the remote control currently 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 parking lamps will stay on after the ignition is switched off.

Activating Adaptive Light Control

With the ignition switched on, turn the light switch to position 3, refer to page 91.

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 activated.

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Malfunction

A message is displayed.

The Adaptive Light Control is malfunctioning or failed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

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 the lever up or down, arrow 1.

The roadside parking lamps drain the

battery. Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the battery might not have enough power to start the engine.<

Switching off

Press the lever up or down to the pressure point.

Front fog lamps

MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster

1 Front fog lamps

2 Rear fog lamp

Press the respective switch to turn the lamps on/ off.

MINI Convertible

> Turn on front fog lamps:

Press the switch upward

> Turn on rear fog lamps:

Press the switch downward

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

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.

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If the automatic headlamp control is activated, the low beams will come on

automatically when you switch on the fog lamps.<

Rear fog lamp

The low beams or parking lamps with fog lamps must be switched on. The yellow indicator lamp co mes on whe n the r ear fo g la mp is swi tch ed on.

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.

Switching interior lamps on/off manually

To switch the interior lamps on/off.

Press the switch.

To switch off the interior lamps permanently, press the switch for about 3 seconds.

Reading lamps

To switch the reading lamps on and off

Adjusting brightness

> Briefly press button: brightness changes in

stages.

> Press and hold the button. Brightness

changes in a continuous manner.

Press the switch.

MINI Roadster with semi-automatic convertible top

Interior lamps

The interior lighting, the footwell lamps and the luggage compartment lighting are automatically controlled.

To reduce the drain on the battery, a short

while after the ignition is switched off, refer to Start/Stop button on page 58, all lights in the vehicle's passenger compartment are switched off.<

> To switch on interior lamps:

> To switch on reading lamps:

Press switches back together.

Press the switch forward.

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To turn off, press the respective switch forward

again or back.

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.<

Lamps CONTROLS

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Climate

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

2 Automatic climate control

Air vents

3 Airflow directed toward the windshield and

4 Air to the upper body area, draft-free

5 Air to the footwell

side windows

ventilation

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Air conditioner

Climate CONTROLS

1 Air flow rate

2 Cooling function

3 Recirculated-air mode

4 Temperature

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

When the cooling function is on, the air is cooled, dried, then

reheated according to the temperature setting. The passenger compartment can only be cooled while the engine is running.

The cooling function helps prevent condensation on the windows or removes it quickly.

Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started.

To cool the air more quickly and intensely when the external temperature is high,

you can switch on the recirculated-air mode.<

5 Rear window defroster

6 Air distribution

7 Windshield heating

Recirculated-air mode

If the air outside the car has an unpleasant odor or contains pollut-

ants, shut off the supply to the interior of the car temporarily. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle.

If condensation starts to form on the inside window surfaces, press the AUTO button or switch off the recirculated-air mode and, if necessary, increase the air flow rate. Ensure that air can flow onto the windshield.

The recirculated-air mode should not be used over an extended period of time;

otherwise, the air quality in the passenger compartment will deteriorate continuously.<

Temperature

Turn upward, red, to increase the temperature. Turn downward, blue, to decrease the temperature.

Rear window defroster

The defroster is switched off auto-

matically after a certain time.

The rear window heating is lowered or switched off entirely to reduce the drain on the battery.

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Air distribution

Direct the flow of air to the windows , to the upper body area or to the footwell . Intermediate settings are possible.

Windshield heating

The windshield heating is switched off automatically after a short time.

The front window heating is lowered or switched off entirely to reduce the drain on the battery.

Automatic climate control

Defrosting windows and removing condensation

1. Set air flow rate to the maximum level.

2. Set air distribution to position .

Condensation is removed from the windows more quickly when the cooling function is also activated.

3. Set to the highest temperature, red.

4. Deactivate recirculated-air mode.

5. Turn on windshield heating if necessary.

6. Turn on rear window defroster if necessary.

Microfilter

The microfilter captures dust and pollen. The microfilter is changed by your MINI dealer during routine maintenance work.

1 Air flow rate, manual

2 AUTO program

3 Recirculated-air mode

4 Maximum cooling

5 Air distribution, manual

Comfortable interior climate

AUTO program 2 offers the ideal air distribution and air flow rate for almost all conditions, refer to AUTO program below. All you need to do is select an interior temperature which is comfortable for you.

6 Temperature

7 Defrosting windows and removing

8 Cooling function

9 Rear window defroster

10 Windshield heating

The following sections inform you in detail about how to adjust the settings.

Most settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile settings on page 27.

condensation

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Air flow rate, manual

Press the – button to reduce air flow. Press the + button to increase it.

You can reactivate the automatic mode for the air flow rate with the AUTO button.

The air flow rate is lowered or switched off entirely to reduce the drain on the battery. The display remains the same.

Switching the system on/off

Reduce the air flow by pressing the – button repeatedly until the system is switched off. All displays go out.

Press the AUTO button to switch the automatic climate control back on.

AUTO program

The AUTO program adjusts the air

distribution to the windshield and side windows, toward the upper body area and into the footwell for you. The air flow rate and your temperature specifications will be adapted to outside influences in accordance with seasonal changes, e.g. sunlight.

The cooling function is automatically switched on along with the AUTO program.

The program is switched off if the air distribution is manually adjusted or if the button is pressed again.

Convertible Program

If the convertible top is open, the Convertible Program is activated. During the Convertible Program, the automatic climate control is optimized for driving with the convertible top down. Furthermore, with increasing vehicle speed, the airflow is also increased.

If attaching the wind reflector, the performance of the Convertible Program can be

significantly improved.<

Recirculated-air mode

If there are odors or pollutants in the outside air, the supply of out-

side air can be shut off. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle.

The recirculated-air mode should not be used over an extended period of time;

otherwise, the air quality in the passenger compartment will deteriorate continuously.<

Maximum cooling

The automatic climate control

switches to the lowest tempera-

ture, high airflow and the recirculated-air mode.

For maximum cooling, open the air vents for the upper body area.

The air is cooled as quickly as possible:

> For an outside temperature of more than

327/06

> While the motor is running.

Air distribution, manual

The flow of air is directed to the

windows, to the upper body area or

to the footwell as selected.

You can switch the automatic air distribution back on by pressing the AUTO button.

Temperature

Set the desired temperature individually.

The automatic climate control achieves this temperature as quickly as possible

regardless of the season, using maximum cooling or heating power if necessary, and then maintains it.

MINI Convertible 2012 Owner's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Notes

Using this Owner's Manual

Symbols used

Vehicle equipment

Status of this Owner's Manual at time of printing

For your safety

Service and warranty

Data memory

Reporting safety defects

AT A GLANCE

Cockpit

Vehicle equipment

Around the steering wheel

Displays

Around the center console

Around the headliner

Onboard computer

Vehicle equipment

The concept

Overview of operating elements

Operating principle

Status information

Letters and numbers

Vehicle equipment

Entering letters and numbers

Voice activation system

Vehicle equipment

The concept

Saying commands

Notes

CONTROLS

Opening and closing

Vehicle equipment

Keys/remote controls

Personal Profile

Opening and closing: from outside

Central locking system

Opening and closing: from inside

Tailgate

Alarm system

Comfort Access

Windows

MINI Convertible: convertible top with integrated sliding sunroof

MINI Convertible: wind deflector

MINI Roadster: manual convertible top

MINI Roadster: wind deflector

Adjustments

Vehicle equipment

Sitting safely

Seats

Head restraints

Seat heating

Safety belts

Mirrors

Steering wheel

Transporting children safely

Vehicle equipment

The right place for children

Child restraint systems, installation

LATCH child restraint fixing system

Driving

Vehicle equipment

Ignition lock

Start/Stop button

Starting the engine

Switching off the engine

Parking brake

Manual transmission

Automatic transmission with Steptronic

Wiper system

Washer fluid

Cruise control

Controls overview

Vehicle equipment

Fuel gauge