mini Convertible (2020) Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL.
MINI CONVERTIBLE.
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WELCOME TO MINI.
OWNER'S MANUAL. MINI CONVERTIBLE.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Navigation, Entertainment and Communication can be called up via the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle.
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QUICK REFERENCE
Entering..................................................................................................................................20
Set-up and use.......................................................................................................................25
On the road............................................................................................................................ 29
AT A GLANCE
Cockpit.................................................................................................................................... 40
Central Information Display (CID)..................................................................................44
Voice activation system.................................................................................................... 51
General settings................................................................................................................... 55
Owner's Manual media.......................................................................................................67
CONTROLS
Opening and closing........................................................................................................... 72
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel.................................................................................94
Transporting children safely..........................................................................................104
Driving..................................................................................................................................108
Displays................................................................................................................................ 132
Lights.................................................................................................................................... 152
Safety.....................................................................................................................................158
Driving stability control systems.................................................................................180
Driving comfort................................................................................................................. 185
Climate control...................................................................................................................205
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Interior equipment............................................................................................................214
Storage compartments.....................................................................................................222
Cargo area............................................................................................................................225
DRIVING TIPS
Things to remember when driving.............................................................................. 232
Saving fuel...........................................................................................................................237
MOBILITY
Refueling..............................................................................................................................246
Fuel........................................................................................................................................248
Wheels and tires................................................................................................................250
Engine compartment........................................................................................................271
Engine oil.............................................................................................................................274
Coolant..................................................................................................................................278
Maintenance....................................................................................................................... 280
Replacing components.................................................................................................... 282
Breakdown assistance..................................................................................................... 291
Care........................................................................................................................................299
REFERENCE
Technical data.................................................................................................................... 306
Appendix..............................................................................................................................309
Everything from A to Z....................................................................................................310
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Using this Owner's Manual

Orientation
The fastest way to find information on a particular topic is by using the index.
An initial overview of the vehicle is pro­vided in the first chapter.
Updates made after the editorial deadline
Due to updates after the editorial deadline, differences may exist between the printed Owner's Manual and the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle.
Notes on updates can be found in the ap­pendix of the printed Owner's Manual for the vehicle.
Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication
The Owner's Manual for Navigation, Enter­tainment, and Communication can be ob­tained as a printed book from the service center.
The topics are also discussed in the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle.
Internet
Vehicle information and general informa­tion on MINI, e.g., on technology, are availa­ble on the Internet: www.mini.jp.
Vehicle information and general informa­tion on MINI, e.g., on technology, are availa­ble on the Internet: www.miniusa.com.
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically describes features and functions found in the vehicle. The Integrated Owner's Manual can be displayed on the Control Display. Ad­ditional information, refer to page 67.
MINI Motorer’s Guide app
The app specifically describes features and functions found in the vehicle. The app can be displayed on smartphones and tablets.
MINI Driver’s Guide Web
Driver’s Guide Web shows the most suita­ble information for the selected vehicle. If possible, only equipment and functions that are actually installed in the vehicle will be explained. Driver’s Guide Web can be dis­played in any current browser.
Additional sources of informa­tion
Service center
A service center will be glad to answer questions at any time.
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Symbols and displays

Symbols in the Owner's Manual
Symbol Meaning
Precautions that must be
followed in order to avoid the possibility of injury to yourself and to others as well as serious damage to the vehicle.
Measures that can be taken to
help protect the environment.
"..." Control Display texts used to
select individual functions.
›...‹ Verbal instructions to use with
the voice activation system..
››...‹‹ Responses generated by the
voice activation system.
Action steps
Action steps to be carried out are presented as a numbered list. The steps must be car­ried out in the defined order.
1. First action step.
2. Second action step.
Enumerations
Enumerations without mandatory order or alternative possibilities are presented as a list with bullet points.
First possibility. Second possibility.

Vehicle features and options

This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard, country-specific and op­tional equipment that is offered in the model series. Therefore, this Owner's Manual also describes and illustrates fea­tures and functions that are not available in a vehicle, for example because of the se­lected optional features or the country-spe­cific version.
This also applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
For any options and equipment not descri­bed in this Owner's Manual, refer to the Supplementary Owner's Manuals.
Your dealer’s service center is happy to an­swer any questions that you may have about the features and options applicable to your vehicle.

Status of the Owner's Manual

Basic information
The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a policy of constant development that is con­ceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards. In rare cases, therefore, the fea­tures described in this Owner's Manual may differ from those in your vehicle.
Symbols on vehicle components
This symbol on a vehicle component indicates that further information on the component is available in the Owner's Manual.
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Due to updates after the editorial deadline, differences may exist between the printed Owner's Manual and the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle.
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Notes on updates can be found in the ap­pendix of the printed Owner's Manual for the vehicle.

For Your Own Safety

Manufacturer
The manufacturer of this MINI is Bayeri­sche Motoren Werke Aktionengesellschaft, BMW AG.
Intended use
Heed the following when using the vehicle:
Owner's Manual. Information on the vehicle. Do not re-
move stickers.
Technical vehicle data. The traffic, speed, and safety laws where
the vehicle is driven.
Vehicle documents and statutory docu-
ments.
Warranty
Your vehicle is technically configured for the operating conditions and registration requirements applying in the country of first delivery, also known as homologation. If your vehicle is to be operated in a differ­ent country it might be necessary to adapt your vehicle to potentially differing operat­ing conditions and registration require­ments. If your vehicle does not comply with the homologation requirements in a certain country you may not be able to lodge war­ranty claims for your vehicle there. Further information on warranty is available from a service center.
Maintenance and repairs
Advanced technology, for instance the use of modern materials and high-performance
electronics, requires suitable maintenance and repair work.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recom­mends that you entrust corresponding pro­cedures to a MINI dealer’s service center. If you choose to use another service facility, the manufacturer of your vehicle recom­mends use of a facility that performs work, e.g., maintenance and repair, according to MINI specifications with properly trained personnel, referred to in the Owner's Manual as "another qualified service center or repair shop".
If work is performed improperly, for in­stance maintenance and repair, there is a risk of subsequent damage and related safety risks.
Improperly performed work on the vehicle paint can lead to a failure or malfunction of components, e.g., the radar sensors, and thereby result in a safety risk.
Parts and accessories
The manufacturer of your vehicle recom­mends the use of parts and accessory prod­ucts approved by the manufacturer of the MINI.
Approved parts and accessories, and advice on their use and installation are available from a MINI dealer's service center.
MINI parts and accessories were tested by the manufacturer of the MINI for their safety and suitability in MINI vehicles.
The manufacturer of your vehicle warrants genuine MINI parts and accessories.
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not evaluate whether each individual product from another manufacturer can be used with MINI vehicles without presenting a safety hazard, even if a country-specific of­ficial approval was issued. The manufac­turer of your vehicle does not evaluate whether these products are suitable for MINI vehicles under all usage conditions.
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California Proposition 65 Warning
For vehicles sold in California, the law re­quires vehicle manufacturers to provide the following warning:
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. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of Cali­fornia to cause cancer. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in labo­ratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and wa­ter. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-ve­hicle.
Warning
Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals in­cluding engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing ex­haust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well­ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing
your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-ve­hicle.
Service and warranty
We recommend that you read this publica­tion thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the following warranties:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Rust Perforation Limited Warranty. Federal Emissions System Defect War-
ranty.
Federal Emissions Performance War-
ranty.
California Emission Control System Lim-
ited Warranty.
Detailed information about these 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 homologation 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 homologation requirements. You should also be aware of any applicable warranty limitations or exclusions for such country or region. In such case, please con­tact Customer Relations for further informa­tion.
Maintenance
Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain the road safety, operational reliability and the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Specifications for required maintenance measures:
MINI Maintenance system. Service and Warranty Information Book-
let 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 damaging the vehicle. Such damage is not covered by the MINI New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Data memory

General information
Electronic control devices are installed in the vehicle. Electronic control units process data they receive from vehicle sensors, self­generate or exchange with each other. Some control units are necessary for the vehicle to function safely or provide assistance dur­ing driving, for instance driver assistance systems. Furthermore, control units facili­tate comfort or infotainment functions.
Information about stored or exchanged data can be requested from the manufacturer of the vehicle, in a separate booklet, for exam­ple.
Personal reference
Each vehicle is marked with a unique vehi­cle identification number. Depending on the country, the vehicle owner can be identified with the vehicle identification number, li­cense plate and corresponding authorities. In addition, there are other options to track data collected in the vehicle to the driver or vehicle owner, for instance via utilized services.
Operating data in the vehicle
Control units process data to operate the ve­hicle.
For example, this includes:
Status messages for the vehicle and its
individual components, e.g., wheel rota­tional speed, wheel speed, deceleration, transverse acceleration, engaged safety belt indicator.
Ambient conditions, e.g., temperature,
rain sensor signals.
The processed data is only processed in the vehicle itself and generally volatile. The data is not stored beyond the operating pe­riod.
Electronic components, e.g. control units and ignition keys, contain components for storing technical information. Information about the vehicle condition, component us­age, maintenance requirements events or faults can be stored temporarily or perma­nently.
This information generally records the state of a component, a module, a system, or the environment, for instance:
Operating states of system components,
for instance, fill levels, tire inflation pressure, battery status.
Malfunctions and faults in important
system components, for instance lights and brakes.
Responses by the vehicle to special sit-
uations such as airbag deployment or engagement of the driving stability con­trol systems.
Information on vehicle-damaging
events.
The data is required to perform the control unit functions. Furthermore, it also serves to recognize and correct malfunctions, and helps the vehicle manufacturer to optimize vehicle functions.
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The majority of this data is volatile and is only processed within the vehicle itself. Only a small share of data is stored in event or fault memories based on an event.
When servicing, for instance during repairs, service processes, warranty cases, and qual­ity assurance measures, this technical infor­mation can be read out from the vehicle to­gether with the vehicle identification number.
A dealer’s service center or another quali­fied service center or repair shop can read out the information. The socket for OBD On­board Diagnosis required by law in the ve­hicle is used to read out the data.
The data is collected, processed, and used by the relevant organizations in the service network. The data documents technical con­ditions of the vehicle, helps with the identi­fication of the fault, compliance with war­ranty obligations and quality improvement.
Furthermore, the manufacturer has product monitoring duties to meet in line with prod­uct liability law. To fulfill these duties, the vehicle manufacturer needs technical data from the vehicle. The data from the vehicle can also be used to check customer claims for warranty and guaranty.
Fault and event memories in the vehicle can be reset when a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop performs repair or servicing work.
Data entry and data transfer into the vehicle
General information
Depending on the vehicle equipment, com­fort and individual settings can be stored in the vehicle and modified or reset at any time.
For example, this includes:
Settings for the seat and steering wheel
positions.
Suspension and climate control settings.
If necessary, data can be transferred to the entertainment and communication system of the vehicle, for instance via smartphone.
This includes the following depending on the respective equipment:
Multimedia data such as music, films or
photos for playback in an integrated
multimedia system.
Address book data for use in conjunc-
tion with an integrated hands-free sys-
tem or an integrated navigation system.
Entered navigation destinations. Data on the use of Internet services.
This data can be stored locally in the vehicle or is found on a device that has been con­nected to the vehicle, e.g., a smartphone, USB stick or MP3 player. If this data is stored in the vehicle, it can be deleted at any time.
This data is only transmitted to third parties upon personal request as part of the use of online services. The transmission depends on the selected settings for the use of the services.
Incorporation of mobile devices
Depending on the vehicle equipment, mo­bile devices connected to the vehicle, for in­stance smartphones, can be controlled via the vehicle control elements.
The sound and picture from the mobile de­vice can be played back and displayed through the multimedia system. Certain in­formation is transferred to the mobile de­vice at the same time. Depending on the type of incorporation, this includes, for in­stance position data and other general vehi­cle information. This optimizes the way in which selected apps, for instance navigation or music playback, work.
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There is no further interaction between the mobile device and the vehicle, such as ac­tive access to vehicle data.
How the data will be processed further is determined by the provider of the particular app being used. The extent of the possible settings depends on the respective app and the operating system of the mobile device.
Services
General information
If the vehicle has a wireless network con­nection, this enables data to be exchanged between the vehicle and other systems. The wireless network connection is realized via an in-vehicle transmitter and receiver unit or via personal mobile devices brought into the vehicle, for instance smartphones. This wireless network connection enables 'online functions' to be used. These include online services and apps supplied by the vehicle manufacturer or by other providers.
Services from the vehicle manufacturer
Where online services from the vehicle manufacturer are concerned, the corre­sponding functions are described in the ap­propriate place, for instance the Owner's Manual or manufacturer's website. The rele­vant legal information pertaining to data protection is provided there too. Personal data may be used to perform online serv­ices. Data is exchanged over a secure con­nection, for instance with the IT systems of the vehicle manufacturer intended for this purpose.
Any collection, processing, and use of per­sonal data above and beyond that needed to provide the services must always be based on a legal permission, contractual arrange­ment or consent. It is also possible to acti­vate or deactivate the data connection as a whole. That is, with the exception of func-
tions and services required by law such as Assist systems.
Services from other providers
When using online services from other pro­viders, these services are the responsibility of the relevant provider and subject to their data privacy conditions and terms of use. The vehicle manufacturer has no influence on the content exchanged during this proc­ess. Information on the way in which per­sonal data is collected and used in relation to services from third parties, the scope of such data, and its purpose, can be obtained from the relevant service provider.

Event Data Recorder EDR

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR. The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash­like situations, such as an air bag deploy­ment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to re­cord such data as:
How various systems in your vehicle
were operating.
Whether or not the driver and passen-
ger safety belts were fastened.
How far, if at all, the driver was depress-
ing the accelerator and/or brake pedal.
How fast the vehicle was traveling.
This data can help provide a better under­standing of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.
EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation occurs; no data
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is recorded by the EDR under normal driv­ing conditions and no personal data, for in­stance name, gender, age, and crash loca­tion, are recorded.
However, other parties, such as law enforce­ment, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the ve­hicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the spe­cial equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

Vehicle identification number

Engine compartment
The vehicle identification number can be found in the engine compartment, on the right-hand side of the vehicle.
Windshield
The vehicle identification number can also be found behind the windshield.

Reporting safety defects

For US customers
The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause in­jury or death, you should immediately in­form the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to 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
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other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov
For Canadian customers
Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may call 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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QUICK REFERENCE

Entering ...................................................................................................... 20
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On the road ................................................................................................. 29
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Entering

Opening and closing

Buttons on the vehicle key
1 Unlocking 2 Locking
3
Unlocking the trunk lid
4 Panic mode
Unlocking the vehicle
Press the button on the vehicle key.
Depending on the settings, either only the driver's door or all vehicle access points are unlocked.
If only the driver's door is unlocked, press the button on the vehicle key again to un­lock the other vehicle access points.
Press and hold the button on the ve­hicle key after unlocking.
Press the button on the vehicle key again after the sliding sun roof
integrated into the convertible top is fully opened. Press and hold the button until the convertible top is fully opened and locked.
Releasing the button or leaving the vicinity of the vehicle stops the motion.
Locking the vehicle
Press the button on the vehicle key.
All vehicle access points are locked. When the vehicle key is used near the vehi-
cle, it can be used to close the convertible top and windows.
Hold down the button on the vehi-
cle key until closing is completed.
Releasing the button or leaving the vicinity of the vehicle stops the motion.
Buttons for the central locking system
Overview
The windows and the sliding sun roof integrated into the convertible top are opened, as long as the button on the vehicle key is pressed.
With Comfort Access: If close to the vehicle, the convertible top
can also be opened.
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Buttons for the central locking system.
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Locking
Pressing the button locks the vehi­cle if the front doors are closed.
Unlocking
Pressing the button unlocks the ve­hicle.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation.
Press the button on the vehicle key and hold for at least 3 seconds.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
Comfort Access
Concept
The vehicle can be accessed without operat­ing the vehicle key.
Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your pants pocket, is sufficient.
The vehicle automatically detects the vehi­cle key when it is in close proximity or in the car's interior.
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
On the driver's or front passenger's door handle, press the button.
Trunk lid
Unlocking
Unlock the vehicle and press the button
on the outside of the trunk lid.
Press and hold the button on the
vehicle key for approx. 1 second.
Depending on the setting, the doors may be unlocked.
On the driver's or front passenger's door handle, press the button.
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Closing
Close the trunk lid manually.
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Convertible top with integrated sliding sun roof
Overview
Sliding sun roof
Press the switch backward, until the desired position is reached or the sliding sun roof is fully open.
Press the switch forward, until the desired position is reached or the sliding sun roof is closed.
Convertible top
Press the switch backward, until the sliding sun roof is open.
Press the switch backward
again. The windows are rolled down, and the convertible top opens as longs as the switch is pressed. After the convertible top is completely open, the switch can be held or pressed again briefly in order to raise the windows.
Press and hold switch forward.
The windows are lowered, the
convertible top closes and the
windows are raised again as
long as the switch is pressed.

Displays and control elements

In the vicinity of the steering wheel
1 Low beams, fog lights 2 High beams, headlight flasher, turn sig-
nal
3 Instrument cluster 4 Wiper system
Indicator/warning lights
Instrument cluster
The indicator/warning lights can light up in a variety of combinations and colors.
Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on.
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Driver's door
1 All side windows 2 Power windows 3 Exterior mirrors
All around the selector lever
Controller
General information
The buttons can be used to open the menus directly. The Controller can be used to se­lect menu items and enter the settings.
Buttons on the Controller
Button Function
Press once: calls up the main menu.
Press twice: open recently used menus.
Opens the Communication menu.
Opens the Media/Radio menu.
Opens destination input menu for navigation.
Opens navigation map.
Opens the previous display.
1 Selector lever 2 Controller with buttons 3 Parking brake
Central Information Display (CID)
Concept
The Central Information Display (CID) com­bines the functions of a multitude of switches. These functions can be operated via the Controller.
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Opens the Options menu.
Voice activation
Using the voice activation system
Activating the voice activation system
1. Press the button on the steering
wheel.
2. Wait for the signal.
3. Say the command.
This symbol in the instrument cluster indicates that the voice activation system is active.
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If no other commands are available, operate the function via the Central Information Display (CID).
Terminating the voice activation system
Press the button on the steering wheel or ›Cancel‹.
Help on the voice activation system
To have information on the operating
principle of the voice activation system read out loud: ›General information on voice control‹.
To have help for the current menu read
out loud: ›Help‹.
Information on Emergency Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to initiate an Emergency Request. In stressful situations, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the es­tablishment of a phone connection.
Instead, use the SOS button close to the in­terior mirror.
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

Manually adjustable seats
1 Forward/backward 2 Thigh support 3 Height 4 Backrest tilt
Adjusting the head restraint
Height
Adjusting the exterior mirrors
1 Adjusting 2 Selecting a mirror, Automatic Curb Mon-
itor
3 Folding in and out
Adjusting the steering wheel
In four directions
To raise: push the head restraint up. To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
push the head restraint down.
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1. Fold the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel to the prefer-
red height and angle to suit your seating position.
3. Fold the lever back up.
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Entering the rear
1. Pull lever up to the stop.
2. Fold backrest forward.
3. Push the seat forward.
Original position
1. Push the seat back into the original po-
sition.
2. Fold back the backrest to lock the seat.

Infotainment

Radio
Control elements
Navigation destination entry
Entering a destination via address
State/province
1. "Navigation"
2. "Enter address"
3. "State/Province?"
4. Select the country from the list.
Entering the address
The address can be entered in any order. Example: entering the address via the town/
city
1. "City/Postal code?"
2. Enter the town/city.
The list is narrowed down further with each entry.
3. Select the symbol.
4. Select a town/city from the list.
5. If necessary, enter the street.
6. Select the street as you would the town/
city.
7. If necessary, enter a house number.
8. Select the symbol.
9. Select a house number or range of house
numbers from the list.
1 Changing the waveband 2 Changing the entertainment source 3 Sound output on/off, volume 4 Changing the station/track 5 Programmable memory buttons
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Starting destination guidance
"Start guidance" If only the town/city was entered: destina-
tion guidance is started to the town/city center.
Pairing the mobile phone
After the mobile phone is paired once with the vehicle, the mobile phone can be oper­ated using the Central Information Display
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(CID), the steering wheel buttons and spo­ken instructions.
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Connect new device"
The vehicle's Bluetooth name is dis­played on the Control Display.
5. Select the functions for which the mo-
bile phone is to be used.
6. To perform additional steps on the mo-
bile phone, refer to the mobile phone owner's manual: e.g., search for or con­nect the Bluetooth device or a new de­vice.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle ap­pears on the mobile phone display. Se­lect the Bluetooth name of the vehicle.
7. Depending on the mobile device, a con-
trol number is displayed or the control number must be entered.
Compare the control number dis-
played on the Control Display with the control number on the display of the device.
Confirm the control number on the device and on the Control Display.
Enter and confirm the same control
number on the device and via the Central Information Display (CID).
The device is connected and displayed in the device list.
The mobile phone is connected and will ap­pear at the top of the list of mobile phones.
Using the phone
Accepting a call
Incoming call can be accepted via the Cen­tral Information Display (CID) or the button on the steering wheel.
Via the Central Information Display (CID)
"Accept"
Via the button on the steering wheel
Press the button.
Via the instrument cluster
Use the OK button on the steering wheel to select: "Accept"
Dialing a number
1. "Communication"
2. "Dial number"
3. Select the numbers individually.
4. Select the symbol.
Establish the connection via the additional phone:
1. Press the button.
2. "Call via"
Apple CarPlay preparation
Concept
CarPlay allows certain functions of a com­patible Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation and the Central Information Display (CID).
Functional requirements
Compatible iPhone.
iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later.
Corresponding mobile contract. Bluetooth, WiFi, and Siri voice opera-
tion are switched on on the iPhone.
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Switching on Bluetooth and CarPlay
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
5. Select the following settings: "Bluetooth®" "Apple CarPlay"
Pairing the iPhone with CarPlay
Pair iPhone via Bluetooth with the vehicle. Select CarPlay as the function:
"Apple CarPlay"
The iPhone is connected to the vehicle and displayed in the device list.
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On the road QUICK REFERENCE

Driving

Starting and stopping the engine
Ignition on/off
On: press the Start/Stop
button. Most of the indicator/
warning lights light up for a varied length of time.
Off: press the Start/Stop button again.
All indicator lights go out.
Radio-ready state: when the ignition is
switched off, press the ON/OFF button on the radio or when the engine is run­ning, press the Start/Stop button.
Some electronic systems/power con­sumers remain ready for operation.
Start/stop engine
Steptronic transmission: starting
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Engage selector lever position P or N.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Manual transmission: switching off
1. With the vehicle at a standstill, press
the Start/Stop button.
2. Shift into first gear or reverse.
3. Set the parking brake.
Auto Start/Stop function
Steptronic transmission: switches the en­gine off automatically while stationary to save fuel. The engine starts automatically when the brake pedal is released.
Manual transmission: switches the engine off automatically while stationary to save fuel. As soon as the clutch pedal is de­pressed, the engine starts automatically.
Parking brake
Applying
The lever automatically engages after being pulled up.
Releasing
Manual transmission: starting
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press on the clutch pedal and shift to
neutral.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Steptronic transmission: switching off
1. When the vehicle is stationary, apply
the parking brake.
2. Engage selector lever position P.
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Raise lever slightly, press the button and guide the lever down.
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Manual transmission
Shifting
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push the gearshift lever to the right in order to prevent inadvertent shifting into the 3rd or 4th gear.
Reverse gear
Select only when the vehicle is stationary. To overcome the resistance push the gear-
shift lever dynamically to the left and en­gage reverse gear with a forward shifting movement.
Steptronic transmission
Selector lever positions
Parking position P. R is reverse. Neutral N. Drive mode D. Engage selector lever position P or R only
when the vehicle is stationary. To prevent the vehicle from creeping after
you select a drive mode or reverse, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.
Steptronic transmission, Sport and manual mode
Sport program: Press the selector lever to the left from se-
lector lever position D. Manual mode:
To shift down: press the selector lever
forward.
To shift up: pull the selector lever rear-
wards.
High beams, headlight flasher, turn signal, roadside parking light
High beams, headlight flasher
Selector lever lock
A lock prevents an inadvertent change from selector lever position P to another selector lever position and, depending on the trans­mission version, inadvertent switching to selector lever position P or R.
To release the lock: with the brake pedal de­pressed, press the button on the front or side of the selector lever.
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Push the lever forward or pull it backward.
High beams on, arrow 1.
The high beams light up when the low beams are switched on.
High beams off/headlight flasher, ar-
row 2.
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Turn signal
On: press the lever past the resistance
point.
Off: lightly tap the lever to the resist-
ance point.
Off: press the lever past the resistance
point in the opposite direction.
Triple turn signal activation: lightly tap
the lever up or down.
Brief signaling: press the lever to the re-
sistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash.
Canada: roadside parking light
Lights and lighting
Light functions
Symbol Function
Front fog lights.
Automatic headlight control.
Lights off. Daytime running lights.
Parking lights.
Low beams.
Instrument lighting.
Wiper system
To illuminate the vehicle on one side.
On: with the ignition switched off, press
the lever either up or down past the re­sistance point for approx. 2 seconds.
Off: briefly press the lever to the resist-
ance point in the opposite direction.
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Switching the wipers on/off and brief wipe
Switching on
Press the lever up until the desired position is reached.
Resting position of the wipers: posi-
tion 0.
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Rain sensor: position 1. Normal wiper speed: position 2. Fast wiper speed: position 3.
Brief wipe and switching off
Press the lever down.
Switching off: press the lever down until
it reaches its standard position.
Brief wipe: press the lever down from
the standard position.
Rain sensor
Activating/deactivating
Set interval or sensitivity of the rain sensor
Turn the thumbwheel on the wiper lever.
Cleaning the windshield
Pull the lever.
To activate: press the lever up once from its standard position, arrow 1.
To deactivate: press the lever back into the standard position.
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Canada: wiper system
Switching the wipers on/off and brief wipe
Switching on
Tap up the lever or press it past the resist­ance point.
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Normal wiper speed: tap up once. Fast wiper speed: tap up twice or tap
once beyond the resistance point.
Brief wipe and switching off
Press the lever down.
To switch off fast wipe: press down
twice.
To switch off normal wipe: press down
once.
Brief wipe: press down once.
Rain sensor
Activating/deactivating
Set interval or sensitivity of the rain sensor
Turn the thumbwheel on the wiper lever.
Cleaning the windshield
Pull the lever.
Press the button on the wiper lever.
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Climate control

Air conditioner
Button Function
Temperature.
Air conditioning.
Recirculated-air mode.
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Button Function
Controls the air flow, manual.
Controls the air distribution manually.
Windshield defroster.
Automatic climate control
Button Function
Temperature.
Air conditioning.
Button Function
Defrosts and defogs the windows.
Windshield defroster.
Rear window defroster.

Refueling

Refueling
Fuel cap
1. Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge
and open it.
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Maximum cooling.
AUTO program.
Recirculated-air mode.
Automatic recirculated-air control AUC/recirculated­air mode.
Controls the air flow, manual.
Air distribution, manual.
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2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket at-
tached to the fuel filler flap.
Gasoline
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
Refuel only with unleaded gasoline without metallic additives.
Information on the recommended fuel grade can be found in the Owner's Manual.
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Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure specifications
The tire inflation pressure values can be found on the sign on the door pillar.
Checking the tire inflation pressure
Regularly check the tire inflation pressure and correct it as needed:
At least twice a month. Before embarking on an extended trip.
After correcting the tire inflation pressure
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor.
Adding engine oil
General information
Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehicle before engine oil is added.
Adding
Only add engine oil when the message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Observe the quantity to be added in the message.
Take care not to add too much engine oil. Observe recommended engine oil types.

Providing assistance

Electronic oil measurement
Requirements
A current measured value is available after approx. 30 minutes of driving. During a shorter trip, the status of the last, suffi­ciently long trip is displayed.
Displaying the engine oil level
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Engine oil level"
The engine oil level is displayed.
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Hazard warning flashers
The button is located above the Control Dis­play.
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Breakdown assistance
MINI Roadside Assistance
This service can be reached around the clock in many countries.
1. "MINI Connected"
2. "MINI Assist"
3. "MINI Roadside Assistance"
The contact to the MINI Roadside Assis­tance is established.
A telephone number is displayed, if needed. Select to dial the telephone number on a connected mobile phone.
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AT A GLANCE

Cockpit ........................................................................................................ 40
Central Information Display (CID) ...................................................... 44
Voice activation system ......................................................................... 51
General settings ....................................................................................... 55
Owner's Manual media ........................................................................... 67
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Cockpit

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes all standard, country­specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for
instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety­related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.

In the vicinity of the steering wheel

1 Power windows, all 86 2 Power windows, individual 86 3 Exterior mirror operation 100 4 Buttons of the central locking sys-
tem 78
5 Lights
Front fog lights 155
Light switch 152
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Lights off Daytime running lights 154
Parking lights 152
Low beams 152
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Automatic headlight con­trol 153
Cornering light 154 High-beam Assistant 154 Instrument lighting 156
6 Steering wheel buttons, left
Camera-based cruise control on/off 185
Cruise control on/off 191
Cruise control: to store the speed
Pausing, continuing cruise control
Cruise control: increase speed
Cruise control: reduce speed
Camera-based cruise control: reduce distance
Roadside parking lights 153
Onboard Computer 142
8 Instrument cluster 132 9 Steering column stalk, right
Wipers 115 Wiper on Canadian mod-
els 118 Rain sensor 116 Rain sensor on Canadian mod-
els 119
Cleaning windows 117
10 Steering wheel buttons, right
Voice activation 51
Telephone
Confirm the selection 142
Camera-based cruise control: increase distance
7 Steering column stalk, left
Turn signal 114
High beams, head­light flasher 114
High-beam Assistant 154
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Move selection up 142
Move selection down 142
Increase volume
Reduce volume
11 Horn, entire surface
12 Adjusting the steering wheel 102 13 Unlocking the hood 272
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In the vicinity of the center console

1 Hazard warning system 291
Intelligent Safety 170
2 Control Display 44 3 Radio/Multimedia 4 Glove compartment 222 5 Climate control 205 6 PDC Park Distance Con-
trol 193 Rearview camera 196 Parking assistant 200 Auto Start/Stop func-
tion 111
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Start/stop the engine and switch the ignition on/ off 108
DSC Dynamic Stability Control 180
MINI Driving Modes switch 182
7 Steptronic transmission selector
lever 123 Manual transmission selector
lever 122
8 Controller with buttons 46 9 Parking brake 114
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All around the interior mirror

Cockpit AT A GLANCE
1 Emergency Request,
SOS 292
2 Indicator light, front-seat pas-
senger airbag 161
3 Reading lights 156
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4 Ambient light 156
5 Convertible top 89
6 Interior lights 156
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Central Information Display (CID)

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes all standard, country­specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety­related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.

Concept

The Central Information Display (CID) com­bines the functions of a multitude of switches. These functions can be operated via the Controller.

Safety information

Warning
Operating the integrated information sys­tems and communication devices while driving can distract from traffic. It is pos­sible to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only use the systems or devices when the traffic situation allows. As warranted, stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary.

Input and display

Letters and numbers
Depending on the menu, you can switch be­tween entering upper and lower case let­ters, numbers and characters:
Symbol Function
or
Insert blank space.
Use voice activation.
Confirm entry.
Without navigation system
Select the symbol.
Entry comparison
When entering names and addresses, the choice is narrowed down with every letter entered and letters may be added automati­cally.
Entries are continuously compared with data stored in the vehicle.
Only those letters are offered during en-
try for which data is available.
Destination search: place names can be
entered in all languages that are availa­ble on the Control Display.
Activating/deactivating the functions
Several menu items are preceded by a checkbox. The checkbox indicates whether the function is activated or deactivated. Se­lecting the menu item activates or deacti­vates the function.
Change between capital and lower-case letters.
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Function is activated.
Function is deactivated.
Status information
General information
The status field can be found in the upper area of the Control Display. Status informa­tion is displayed in the form of symbols.
Radio
Symbol Meaning
HD Radio station is being re-
ceived.
Satellite radio is switched on.
Telephone
Symbol Meaning
Incoming or outgoing call.
Missed call.
Signal strength of cellular net-
work. Symbol flashes: network search.
Cellular network is not available.
Roaming is active.
SMS text message received.
Message received.
Reminder.
Sending not possible.
Entertainment
Symbol Meaning
Bluetooth audio.
USB audio interface.
Mobile phone audio interface.
Other symbols
Symbol Meaning
Check Control message.
The sound output has been
switched off.
Encrypted connection not ac-
tive.
Request for the current vehicle
position.
Checking the current vehicle po-
sition.
Split screen
General information
Additional information can be displayed on the right side of the split screen, for in­stance information from the Onboard Com­puter.
In the divided screen view, the so-called split screen, this information remains visi­ble even when switching to another menu.
Switching the split screen on/off
1. Press the button.
2. "Split screen"
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Selecting the display
The display can be selected in menus which support the split screen function.
1. Move the Controller to the right until
the split screen is selected.
2. Press the Controller.
3. Select the desired setting.
Specifying the number of displays
It is possible to specify the number of dis­plays.
1. Move the Controller to the right until
the split screen is selected.
2. Press the Controller.
3. "Personalize menu"
4. Select the desired setting.
5. Move the Controller to the left.

Control elements

Overview
In the case of very high temperatures on the Control Display, for instance due to in­tense solar radiation, the brightness may be reduced down to complete deactivation. Once the temperature is reduced, for in­stance through shade or air conditioning, the normal functions are restored.
Safety information
NOTICE
Objects in the area in the front of the Con­trol Display can shift and damage the Con­trol Display. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not place objects in the area in front of the Control Display.
Switching on/off automatically
The Control Display is switched on automat­ically after unlocking.
In certain situations, the Control Display is switched off automatically, for instance if no operation is performed on the vehicle for several minutes.
1 Control Display with touchscreen 2 Controller with buttons
Control Display
General information
To clean the Control Display, follow the care instructions, refer to page 303.
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Switching on/off manually
The Control Display can also be switched off manually.
1. Press the button.
2. "Turn off control display"
Press the Controller or any button on the Controller to switch it back on again.
Controller with navigation system
General information
The buttons can be used to open the menus directly. The Controller can be used to se­lect menu items and enter the settings.
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Operation
Turn to switch between menu items, for
example.
Press to select a menu item, for example.
Tilt in four directions to switch between
displays, for example.
Button Function
Opens the Communication menu.
Opens the Media/Radio menu.
Opens destination input menu for navigation.
Opens navigation map.
Opens the previous display.
Opens the Options menu.

Operating via the Controller

Opening the main menu
Press the button.
Buttons on the Controller
Button Function
Press once: calls up the main menu.
Press twice: open recently used menus.
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The main menu is displayed. All Central Information Display (CID) func-
tions can be called up via the main menu.
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Selecting menu items
Highlighted menu items can be selected.
1. Turn the Controller until the desired
menu item is highlighted.
2. Press the Controller.
Changing between displays
After a menu item is selected, for instance "System settings", a new display appears.
Move the Controller to the left.
The current display closes and the previ­ous display is shown.
Press the button.
The previous display re-opens.
Move the Controller to the right.
The new display opens.
An arrow indicates that additional displays can be opened.
Opening recently used menus
The recently used menus can be displayed.
Press the button twice.
Opening the Options menu
Press the button.
Screen settings, for instance "Split
screen".
Control options for the selected main
menu, for instance for "Media/Radio".
If applicable, further operating options
for the selected menu, for instance "Save station".
Changing settings
Settings, such as brightness, can be entered. Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Displays"
4. "Control display"
5. "Brightness at night"
6. Turn the Controller until the desired set-
ting is displayed.
7. Press the Controller.
Entering letters and numbers
Input
1. Turn the Controller: select letters or
numbers.
2. : confirm entry.
Deleting
Symbol Function
Press the Controller: delete
letters or number.
or
Hold the Controller down: de­lete all letters or numbers.
The "Options" menu is displayed. The menu consists of various areas:
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Using alphabetical lists
For alphabetical lists with more than 30 en­tries, the letters for which there is an entry are displayed at the left edge.
1. Turn the Controller to the left or right
quickly. All letters for which there are entries
are displayed on the left edge.
2. Select the first letter of the desired en-
try. The first entry of the selected letter is
displayed.

Operation via touchscreen

General information
The Control Display is equipped with a touchscreen.
Touch the screen with your fingers. Do not use any objects.
Changing between displays
After a menu item is selected, a new display opens.
An arrow indicates that additional displays can be opened.
Swipe to the left. Tap arrow.
The new display opens.
Opening recently used menus
1. Tap on the symbol.
2. Tap on the symbol.
Opening the main menu
Tap on the symbol.
The main menu is displayed. All Central Information Display (CID) func-
tions can be called up via the main menu.
Selecting menu items
Tap the desired menu item.
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Changing settings
Settings such as brightness can be changed via the touchscreen.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Displays"
4. "Control display"
5. "Brightness at night"
6. To perform the desired setting: Slide in the selected field to the right
or left, until the desired setting is displayed.
, Tap on the symbol.
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Entering letters and numbers
Input
1. Tap the symbol on the touchscreen.
A keyboard appears in the Control Dis­play.
2. Enter letters and numbers.
Deleting
Symbol Function
Tapping the symbol: deletes the
letter or number.
Tapping and holding the symbol
all letters: deletes all letters or numbers.
Operating navigation map
The navigation map can be moved using the touchscreen.
Function Operation
Enlarge/shrink map.
Drag in or out with the fingers.
Storing a function
1. Select the function via the Central Infor-
mation Display (CID).
2. Press and hold the desired but-
ton, until a signal sounds.
Executing a function
Press the button.
The function will work immediately. This means, for instance that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected.
Displaying the key assignment
Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or use objects.
The button assignment is displayed at the top edge of screen.
Deleting the button assignments
1. Press buttons 1 and 6 simultaneously
for approx. 5 seconds.
2. "OK"
Programmable memory but­tons
General information
The Central Information Display (CID) func­tions can be stored on the programmable memory buttons and called up directly, for instance radio stations, navigation destina­tions, phone numbers and menu entries.
Settings are stored for the driver profile currently used.
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Voice activation system

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes all standard, country­specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety­related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.

Concept

Most functions displayed on the Control Display can be operated by voice commands via the voice activation system. The system supports you with announcements during input.

General information

Functions that can only be used when
the vehicle is stationary can only be op­erated via the voice activation system to a limited extent.
The system uses a special microphone
on the driver's side.
›...‹ in the Owner's Manual denotes ver-
bal instructions to use with the voice ac­tivation system.

Functional requirements

A language must be set via the Control
Display that is supported by the voice
activation system. To set the language, refer to page 55.
Always say commands in the language
of the voice activation system.
Using the voice activation sys­tem
Activating the voice activation system
1. Press the button on the steering
wheel.
2. Wait for the signal.
3. Say the command.
This symbol in the instrument cluster indicates that the voice activation system is active.
No other commands may be available. In this case, operate the function via the Cen­tral Information Display (CID).
Terminating the voice activation system
Press the button on the steering wheel or ›Cancel‹.

Possible commands

General information
Most menu items on the Control Display can be spoken as commands.
Commands from other menus can also be spoken.
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You can also select list entries such as phone list entries via voice activation. Read these list entries out loud exactly as they are shown in the respective list.
Displaying possible commands
The following is displayed in the top area of the Control Display:
Some possible commands for the current
menu.
Some possible commands from other
menus.
Status of the voice recognition. Encrypted connection is not availa-
ble.
Help on the voice activation system
To have information on the operating
principle of the voice activation system
read out loud: ›General information on
voice control‹.
To have help for the current menu read
out loud: ›Help‹.
Example: opening the tone set­tings

Adjusting

Setting the language
The language to be used for voice activation and system announcements can be set.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. If necessary, "Language"
4. "Language:"
5. Select the desired language.
Setting the voice dialog
You can set the system to use standard dia­log or a short version.
The short version of the voice dialog plays back short messages in abbreviated form.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Language"
4. "Speech mode:"
5. Select the desired setting.
The commands of the menu items are spo­ken just as they are selected via the Con­troller.
1. Switch on the Entertainment sound out-
put, if needed.
2. Press the button on the steering
wheel.
3. ›Media and radio‹
4. ›Tone‹
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Speaking during voice output
It is possible to answer during inquiries of the voice activation system. The function can be deactivated if inquiries are often un­desirably interrupted, for instance due to background noise or talking.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Language"
4. "Speaking during voice output"
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Activating voice recognition via
the server
The voice recognition feature via the server
provides a dictation function and a natural
method of entering destinations while im-
proving the quality of voice recognition. To
use the functions, data is transmitted to a
service provider via an encrypted connec-
tion and stored locally there.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Language"
4. "Server speech recognition"
Adjusting the volume
Turn the volume button during the spoken
instructions until the desired volume is set.
The volume remains constant even if the
volume of other audio sources is changed.
The volume is stored for the profile cur-
rently used.
Information on Emergency
Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to
initiate an Emergency Request. In stressful
situations, the voice and vocal pitch can
change. This can unnecessarily delay the es-
tablishment of a phone connection.
Instead, use the SOS button, refer to
page 292, close to the interior mirror.

System limits

Certain noises can be detected and may
lead to problems. Keep the doors, win­dows and convertible top closed.
Noises from the front passenger or the
rear seat bench can impair the system. Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking.
Major language dialects can cause prob-
lems with the voice recognition feature. Speak loud and clear.
Using the voice activation sys­tem of the smartphone
A smartphone connected to the vehicle can be used via voice activation.
Activate voice command response on the smartphone for this purpose.
1. Press and hold the button on the
steering wheel for approx. 3 seconds. Voice command response is activated on
the smartphone.
2. Release the button.
If activation is successful, a confirma­tion appears on the Control Display.
If it was not possible to activate voice com­mand response, the list of Bluetooth devices appears on the Control Display.

Amazon Alexa Car Integration

Concept
Alexa is a digital assistant by Amazon. With Amazon Alexa Car Integration, Alexa can be used in the vehicle.
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General information
Some of the Alexa functions are limited in the vehicle to prevent any impairment of safety while driving.
Functional requirement
Amazon Alexa Car Integration pur-
chased via MINI Connected Store.
The ConnectedDrive account in the ve-
hicle is the same as in the MINI Con­nected app.
The vehicle is connected in the MINI
Connected app.
Amazon account and MINI account are
connected in the MINI Connected app.
Bluetooth connection or USB connection
between vehicle and mobile device is active.
Activation in the MINI Connected app
The Amazon Alexa Car Integration is acti­vated in the MINI Connected app.
Follow the instructions in the app.
Information about the active function is displayed on the Control Display.
Malfunction
In case of a malfunction, switch off the ve­hicle and start the engine again.
Activation in the vehicle
An authorization for the use of Amazon Alexa Car Integration is required every time before starting a trip.
1. Authorizing Amazon Alexa Car Integra-
tion:
Pair mobile device with the vehicle
via Bluetooth.
Select driver profile, refer to
page 81.
2. Press the button on the steering
wheel.
3. Wait for the signal.
4. Say activation word ›Alexa‹ and desired
command.
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Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes all standard, country­specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety­related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.

Language

Setting the language
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. If necessary, "Language"
4. "Language:"
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently used.
Setting the voice dialog
For voice dialog for the voice activation sys­tem, refer to page 52.

Time

3. "Date and time"
4. "Time zone:"
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently used.
Setting the time
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Time:"
5. Turn the Controller until the desired
hours are displayed.
6. Press the Controller.
7. Turn the Controller until the desired mi-
nutes are displayed.
8. Press the Controller.
Setting the time format
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Time format:"
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently used.
Setting the time zone
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
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Date

Setting the date
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Date:"
5. Turn the Controller until the desired day
is displayed.
6. Press the Controller.
7. Make the settings for the month and
year.
Setting the date format
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Date format:"
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently used.
Setting the units of measure­ment
You can set the units of measurement for some values, for example, consumption, dis­tances and temperature.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Units"
4. Select the desired menu item.
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently used.

Activating/deactivating the display of the current vehicle position

Concept
If vehicle tracking has been activated, the current vehicle position can be displayed in the MINI Connected app.
Activating/deactivating
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Vehicle tracking"
4. "Vehicle tracking"
5. Select the desired setting.

Activating/deactivating popup windows

For some functions, popup windows are dis­played automatically on the Control Display. Some of these popup windows can be acti­vated or deactivated.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Pop-ups"
4. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently used.
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Control Display

Brightness
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Displays"
4. "Control display"
5. "Brightness at night"
6. Turn the Controller until the desired
brightness is set.
7. Press the Controller.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently used.
Depending on the light conditions, the brightness settings may not be clearly visi­ble.
Screensaver
If no entries are made via the Central Infor­mation Display (CID), a screensaver can be displayed after an adjustable time.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Displays"
4. "Control display"
5. "Screensaver"
6. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently used.

Messages

Concept
The menu centrally displays all messages ar­riving in the vehicle in list form.
General information
The following messages can be displayed:
Traffic messages. Communication messages, for example
e-mails, SMS text messages or remind-
ers.
Check Control messages. Service requirements messages. Messages from the vehicle manufac-
turer. Messages are additionally displayed in the
status field.
Retrieving messages
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "Notifications"
2. Select the desired message.
The respective menu is opened, where the message is displayed.
Deleting messages
All messages, except Check Control mes­sages or messages from the vehicle manu­facturer, can be deleted from the list.
Check Control messages or messages from the vehicle manufacturer are displayed as long as they are relevant.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "Notifications"
2. Select the desired message.
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3. Press the button.
4. "Delete this notification" or "Delete all
notifications"
Adjusting
The following settings can be adjusted:
Select the applications, from which mes-
sages will be permitted.
Sort the messages according to date or
priority.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Notifications"
4. Select the desired setting.

Data protection

Data transfer
Concept
The vehicle offers various functions which require data to be transferred to MINI or a service provider. The data transfer can be deactivated for some functions.
General information
With data transfer deactivated, the respec­tive function cannot be used.
Only make these settings while stationary.
3. "Data privacy"
4. Select the desired setting.
Deleting personal data in the vehicle
Concept
Depending on the usage, the vehicle stores personal data, such as stored radio stations. This personal data can be permanently de­leted via the Central Information Display (CID).
General information
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the following data is deleted:
Driver profile settings. Stored radio stations. Stored programmable memory buttons. Travel and Onboard Computer informa-
tion.
Music hard disk. Navigation, for instance stored destina-
tions.
Phone book. Office data, for instance voice notes. Login accounts.
Altogether, the deletion of the data can take up to 15 minutes.
Functional requirement
Data can only be deleted while stationary.
Activating/deactivating
Follow the instructions on the Control Dis­play.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
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Note and follow the instructions on the Con­trol Display.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. "My MINI"
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3. "System settings"
4. "Data privacy"
5. "Delete personal data"
6. "Delete personal data"
7. "OK"
8. Exit and lock the vehicle.
The deletion process takes 15 minutes to complete.
If not all data was deleted, repeat the dele­tion.
Canceling deletion
Start the engine to cancel deletion of the data.

Connections

Concept
Various connection types are available for using mobile devices in the vehicle. The connection type to select depends on the mobile device and the desired function.
General information
The following overview shows possible functions and the suitable connection types for them. The scope of functions depends on the mobile device.
Function Connec-
tion type
Making calls via the hands­free system.
Using phone functions via the Central Information Dis­play (CID).
Using the smartphone Of­fice functions.
Playing music from the smartphone or the audio player.
Using compatible apps via the Central Information Dis­play (CID).
USB storage device: Exporting and importing
driver profiles. Performing software up-
dates. Playing music.
Playing videos from the smartphone or the USB stor­age device.
Using Apple CarPlay apps via the Central Information Display (CID) and voice op­eration.
Bluetooth.
Bluetooth or USB.
Bluetooth or USB.
USB.
USB.
Bluetooth and WiFi.
The following connection types require one-
time pairing with the vehicle:
Bluetooth.
Apple CarPlay
Paired devices are automatically recognized
later on and connected to the vehicle.
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Safety information
Warning
Operating the integrated information sys­tems and communication devices while driving can distract from traffic. It is pos­sible to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only use the systems or devices when the traffic situation allows. As warranted, stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary.
Compatible devices
General information
Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed or deviating software versions.
Displaying the vehicle identification number and software part number
When looking for compatible devices, you may have to state the vehicle identification number and the software part number. These numbers can be displayed in the ve­hicle.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
5. "Bluetooth® info"
6. "System information"
A software update, refer to page 65, can be performed, if needed.
Bluetooth connection
Functional requirements
Compatible device, refer to page 60,
with Bluetooth interface.
The vehicle key is in the vehicle. The device is ready for operation. Bluetooth is activated on the device and
in the vehicle, refer to page 60.
Bluetooth presettings, such as visibility,
may be required on the device; refer to
the owner's manual of the device.
Switching on Bluetooth
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
5. "Bluetooth®"
Activating/deactivating telephone functions
To use all supported functions of a mobile phone, the following functions must be acti­vated prior to pairing.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
5. Select the desired setting:
"Office"
Activate function to transmit short messages, e-mails, calendars, tasks, notes, and reminders to the vehicle. Costs can be incurred by transmit­ting all data to the vehicle.
"Contact images"
Activate function to show the con­tact pictures.
6. Move the Controller to the left.
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Pairing the mobile device with the vehicle
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Connect new device"
5. Select the functions for which the de-
vice will be used:
"Telephone" "Bluetooth® audio" "Apps" "Apple CarPlay"
The vehicle's Bluetooth name is dis­played on the Control Display.
6. On the mobile device, search for Blue-
tooth devices in the vicinity. The Bluetooth name of the vehicle ap-
pears on the mobile device display. Select the Bluetooth name of the vehi-
cle.
7. Depending on the mobile device, a con-
trol number is displayed or the control number must be entered.
Compare the control number dis-
played on the Control Display with the control number on the display of the device.
Confirm the control number on the device and on the Control Display.
Enter and confirm the same control
number on the device and via the Central Information Display (CID).
The device is connected and displayed in the device list.
If connection was not successful: Fre­quently Asked Questions, refer to page 61.
Frequently Asked Questions
All requirements are met and all required steps were completed in the specified order. Despite that, the mobile device does not function as expected.
In this case, the following explanations can help:
Why could the mobile phone not be paired or connected?
There are too many Bluetooth devices
connected to the mobile phone or vehi­cle.
In the vehicle, delete Bluetooth connec­tions with other devices.
Delete all known Bluetooth connections from the device list on the mobile phone and start a new device search.
The mobile phone is in power-save mode
or has only a limited remaining battery life.
Charge the mobile phone.
Why does the mobile phone no longer re­act?
The applications on the mobile phone do
not function anymore. Switch the mobile phone off and on
again.
Possibly too high or too low ambient
temperatures for mobile phone opera­tion.
Do not subject the mobile phone to ex­treme ambient temperatures.
Why can phone functions not be used via the Central Information Display (CID)?
The mobile phone may not be properly
configured, for instance as Bluetooth au­dio device.
Connect the mobile phone with the tele­phone or additional phone function.
Why are no or not all phone book entries displayed or why are they incomplete?
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Transmission of the phone book entries
is not yet complete.
It is possible that only the phone book
entries of the mobile phone or the SIM card are transmitted.
It may not be possible to display phone
book entries with special characters.
It may not be possible to transmit con-
tacts from social networks.
The number of phone book entries to be
stored is too high.
Data volume of the contact too large, for
instance due to stored information such as notes.
Reduce the data volume of the contact.
A mobile phone is only connected as an
audio source. Reconfigure the mobile phone and con-
nect it with the telephone or additional phone function.
How can the phone connection quality be improved?
The strength of the Bluetooth signal on
the mobile phone can be adjusted, de­pending on the mobile phone.
Insert the mobile phone into the wire-
less charging tray.
Adjust the volume of the microphone
and loudspeakers separately.
If all points in this list have been checked and the required function is still not availa­ble, contact the hotline, a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
USB connection
General information
Mobile devices with a USB port are con­nected to the USB interface.
Mobile phones.
Audio devices with USB port, for in-
stance MP3 players.
USB storage devices.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the recommended formats.
A connected USB storage device will be supplied with charge current via the USB interface if the device supports this. Follow the maximum charge current of the USB in­terface.
Vehicles: the following uses are possible on USB interfaces with data transfer:
Exporting and importing driver profiles,
refer to page 81.
Playing music files via USB audio. Playing videos via USB video. Loading of software updates, refer to
page 65. Follow the following when connecting:
Do not use force when plugging the con-
nector into the USB interface.
Use a flexible adapter cable. Protect the USB storage device against
mechanical damage.
Due to the large number of USB storage
devices available on the market, it can-
not be guaranteed that every device is
operable on the vehicle.
Do not expose USB storage devices to
extreme environmental conditions, such
as very high temperatures; refer to the
owner's manual of the device.
Due to the many different compression
techniques, proper playback of the me-
dia stored on the USB storage device
cannot be guaranteed in all cases.
To ensure proper transmission of the
stored data, do not charge a USB storage
device via the onboard socket, when it
is connected to the USB interface.
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Depending on how the USB storage de-
vice is being used, settings may be re­quired on the USB storage device, refer
to the owner's manual of the device. Not compatible USB media:
USB hard drives. USB hubs. USB memory card readers with multiple
slots.
HFS-formatted USB storage devices. Devices such as fans or lamps.
Functional requirement
Compatible device, refer to page 60, with USB interface.
Connecting the device
Connect the USB storage device using a suitable adapter cable to a USB interface, refer to page 221.
The USB storage device is connected to the vehicle and displayed in the device list.
Apple CarPlay preparation
Concept
CarPlay allows certain functions of a com­patible Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation and the Central Information Display (CID).
Functional requirements
Compatible iPhone, refer to page 60.
iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later.
Corresponding mobile contract. Bluetooth, WiFi, and Siri voice opera-
tion are switched on on the iPhone.
Booking the MINI Connected service:
Apple CarPlay preparation.
Switching on Bluetooth and CarPlay
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
5. Select the following settings: "Bluetooth®" "Apple CarPlay"
Pairing the iPhone with CarPlay
Pairing an iPhone with the vehicle, refer to page 61, via Bluetooth
Select CarPlay as the function:
"Apple CarPlay"
The iPhone is connected to the vehicle and displayed in the device list, refer to page 64.
Operation
For more information, refer to the Integrated Owner's Manual or the Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, Com­munication.
Frequently Asked Questions
All requirements are met and all required steps were completed in the specified order. Despite that, the mobile device does not function as expected.
In this case, the following explanations can help:
The iPhone has already been paired with Apple CarPlay. When a new connection is established, CarPlay can no longer be se­lected.
Delete the iPhone concerned from the
device list.
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On the iPhone, delete the vehicle con-
cerned from the list of stored vehicles
under Bluetooth and under WiFi.
Pair the iPhone as a new device.
If the steps listed have been carried out and the required function is still not available: contact the hotline, a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Managing mobile devices
General information
After one-time pairing, the devices are
automatically recognized and recon-
nected when the ignition is switched on.
The data stored on the SIM card or in
the mobile phone is transferred to the
vehicle after recognition.
For some devices, certain settings may
be necessary, for instance authorization,
see owner's manual of the device.
Displaying the device list
All devices paired and/or connected with the vehicle are displayed in the device list.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
A symbol indicates, for which function a de­vice is used.
Symbol Function
"Telephone"
"Additional telephone"
"Bluetooth® audio"
"Apps"
"Apple CarPlay"
Configuring the device
Functions can be activated or deactivated for paired and connected devices.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select the desired device.
5. Select the desired setting.
If a function is assigned to a device, the function will be deactivated where appro­priate for a device that is already connected and the device will be disconnected.
Disconnecting the device
The device's connection to the vehicle is disconnected.
The device remains paired and can be con­nected again, refer to page 64.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
5. "Disconnect device"
Connecting the device
A disconnected device can be reconnected. Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
5. "Connect device"
The functions that were assigned to the de­vice before disconnecting are assigned to the device when it is reconnected. The func-
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tions may be deactivated on a device al-
ready connected.
Deleting the device
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
5. "Delete device"
The device is disconnected and removed
from the device list.
Swapping the telephone and additional
phone
If two mobile phones are connected to the
vehicle, the functions of the phone and ad-
ditional phone can be switched.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
5. "Swap telephone/additional tel."
Software update
General information
The vehicle supports a large number of mo-
bile devices, for example mobile phones and
MP3 players. Software updates are available
for many of the supported devices. The ve-
hicle is kept up-to-date via regular vehicle
software updates.
Contact a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop for
information on available software updates.
Displaying the version of the installed software
The software version installed in the vehicle is displayed.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Software update"
4. "Show current version"
If an update has been carried out before, se­lect the desired version to display additional information.
Updating software via USB
The software may only be updated when the vehicle is stationary.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. Store the file for the software update in
the main directory of a USB flash drive.
2. Connect the USB data storage to a USB
interface.
3. "My MINI"
4. "System settings"
5. "Software update"
6. "Update software"
7. "USB"
8. "Install software"
9. "OK"
10. Wait for the update to complete.
11. Confirm system restart.
Restoring the software version
You can restore the software to the version prior to the last update or to its factory set­tings.
The software may only be restored when the vehicle is stationary.
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Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Software update"
4. "Restore software"
"Previous version"
5.
The previous software version is re­stored.
"Default software settings"
The first software version is re­stored.
6. "Remove software"
7. "OK"
8. Wait for restore.
9. Confirm system restart.
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Owner's Manual media

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes all standard, country­specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety­related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.

General information

You can use the following media formats to call up the content in the Owner's Manual:
Printed Owner's Manual, refer to
page 67.
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehi-
cle, refer to page 67.

Printed Owner's Manual

Concept
The printed Owner's Manual describes all standard, country-specific, and optional fea­tures offered with the series.
General information
The Owner's Manual for Navigation, Enter­tainment, and Communication can be ob­tained as a printed book from the service center.
Supplementary Owner's Manuals
Also follow the Supplementary Owner's Manuals, which are included in addition to the onboard literature.

Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle

Concept
The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically describes features and functions found in the vehicle. The Integrated Owner's Manual can be displayed on the Control Display.
Selecting the Owner's Manual
1. Press the button.
2. "My MINI"
3. "Owner's Manual"
4. Select the desired method of accessing
the contents.
Scrolling through the Owner's Manual
Turn the Controller, until the next or previ­ous contents are displayed.
Context help
General information
The section of the Owner's Manual relating to the function that is currently selected can be displayed directly.
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Opening via Central Information Display (CID)
Change directly to the Options menu from the function on the Control Display:
1. Press the button.
2. "Owner's Manual"
Opening when a Check Control message is displayed
Directly from the Check Control message on the Control Display:
"Owner's Manual"
Changing between a function and the Owner's Manual
To switch from a function, for instance radio, to the Owner's Manual on the Control Display and to alternate between the two displays:
1. Press the button.
2. "Owner's Manual"
3. Select the desired page in the Owner's
Manual.
Programmable memory buttons
General information
The Owner's Manual can be stored on the programmable memory buttons and called up directly.
Storing
1. Select the desired entry point via the
Central Information Display (CID):
"Quick reference" "Search by pictures" "Keyword search" "Animations"
2. Press and hold the desired but-
ton, until a signal sounds.
Executing
Press the button. The Owner's Manual is displayed
immediately.
4. Press the button again to return to
the last displayed function.
5. Press the button to return to the
page of the Owner's Manual displayed last.
To alternate continuously between the last displayed function and the last displayed page of the Owner's Manual, repeat steps 4 & 5. Opens a new display every time.
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Opening and closing ................................................................................ 72
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ..................................................... 94
Transporting children safely .............................................................. 104
Driving ...................................................................................................... 108
Displays .................................................................................................... 132
Lights ........................................................................................................ 152
Safety ......................................................................................................... 158
Driving stability control systems ..................................................... 180
Driving comfort ...................................................................................... 185
Climate control ....................................................................................... 205
Interior equipment ................................................................................ 214
Storage compartments ......................................................................... 222
Cargo area ................................................................................................ 225
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Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes all standard, country­specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety­related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.

Vehicle key

General information
The vehicle is supplied with two vehicle keys with integrated key.
Each vehicle key contains a replaceable bat­tery, refer to page 75.
Depending on the equipment and country version, various settings, refer to page 83, can be configured for the button functions.
A personal driver profile, refer to page 81, for each vehicle key is stored in the vehicle.
To provide information on maintenance re­quirements, the service data is stored in the vehicle key, refer to page 280.
To prevent possible locking in of the vehicle key, take the vehicle key with you when ex­iting the vehicle.
of injury. Take the vehicle key with you so that the vehicle can be opened from the outside.
Warning
Unlocking from the inside is only possible with special knowledge.
Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehicle while being exposed to extreme temperatures are at risk of injury or death. Do not lock the vehicle from the outside when there are people in it.
Warning
Unattended children or animals in the ve­hicle can cause the vehicle to move and endanger themselves and traffic, for in­stance due to the following actions:
Pressing the Start/Stop button. Releasing the parking brake. Opening and closing the doors or
windows.
Engaging selector lever position N. Using vehicle equipment.
There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. Take the vehicle key with you when exiting and lock the vehicle.
Safety information
Warning
People or animals in the vehicle can lock the doors from the inside and lock them­selves in. In this case, the vehicle cannot be opened from the outside. There is a risk
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Overview
1 Unlocking 2 Locking
3
Unlocking the trunk lid
4 Panic mode
Unlocking
Press the button on the vehicle key.
Depending on the settings, refer to page 83, the following access points are unlocked.
Driver's door and fuel filler flap.
Press the button on the vehicle key again to unlock the other vehicle access
points.
All doors, trunk lid, and fuel filler flap.
In addition, the following functions are exe­cuted:
Unlocking is confirmed by the turn sig-
nals and the horn. This function must be
activated in the settings, refer to
page 83.
The settings stored in the driver profile,
refer to page 81, are applied.
The interior lights, refer to page 156,
and the MINI logo projection are
switched on, provided that the interior
lights were not switched off manually.
Depending on the settings, the welcome
light and headlight courtesy delay fea­ture, refer to page 153, are switched on.
Exterior mirrors folded through conven-
ient closing are folded open.
The alarm system, refer to page 84, is
switched off.
The light functions may depend on the am­bient brightness.
Convenient opening
Safety information
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when opening and closing the convertible top. There is a risk of injury. When opening and closing the convertible top, observe the movement and keep the area of movement clear.
Opening
Press and hold the button on the ve­hicle key after unlocking.
The windows and the sliding sun roof integrated into the convertible top are opened, as long as the button on the vehicle key is pressed.
With Comfort Access: If close to the vehicle, the convertible top
can also be opened.
Press the button on the vehicle key again after the sliding sun roof
integrated into the convertible top is fully opened. Press and hold the button until the convertible top is fully opened and locked.
Leaving the vicinity of the vehicle stops the motion.
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Locking
1. Close the driver's door.
2. Press the button on the vehicle
key.
The following functions are executed:
All doors, the trunk lid, and the fuel filler
flap are locked.
Locking is confirmed by the turn signals
and the horn. This function must be ac­tivated in the settings, refer to page 83.
The alarm system, refer to page 84, is
switched on.
If the engine or ignition is still switched on when you lock the vehicle, the vehicle horn honks twice. In this case, the engine or ig­nition must be switched off by means of the Start/Stop button.
With Comfort Access: convenient closing
Safety information
Warning
With convenient closing, body parts can be jammed. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the doors is clear during convenient closing.
Press button in the vicinity of the vehicle again until the convertible top operation is completed.
Switch on interior lights and courtesy light
Press the button on the vehicle key with the vehicle locked.
The MINI logo projection is also switched on.
These functions are not available if the inte­rior lights were switched off manually.
The light functions may depend on the am­bient brightness.
After locking, wait 10 seconds before press­ing the button again.
Trunk lid
General information
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehi­cle, do not place the remote control in the cargo area.
Depending on the vehicle equipment and country version, it is possible to specify whether the trunk lid can be unlocked with the vehicle key and how the vehicle doors will respond to this. To perform settings, re­fer to page 83.
Closing
Press and hold the button on the ve­hicle key in the area close to the ve­hicle, until the closing operation is
completed. The windows and convertible top close. Releasing the button stops the closing pro-
cedure. Leaving the vicinity of the vehicle stops the motion of the convertible top.
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Safety information
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when operating the trunk lid. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the trunk lid is clear during opening and closing.
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Opening
Press the button on the vehicle key for approx. 1 second.
The trunk lid is unlocked and can be swung downward.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation.
Press the button on the vehicle
key and hold for at least 3 sec­onds.
Briefly press the button on the vehicle
key three times in succession.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
Replacing the battery
1. Remove the integrated key from the ve-
hicle key, refer to page 77.
2. Slide the integrated key into the open-
ing and raise the cover. The battery compartment is accessible.
3. Slide the integrated key in the cover of
the battery compartment and raise the cover.
4. Push battery in the direction of the ar-
row using a pointed object and lift it out.
5. Insert a type CR 2032 battery with the
positive side facing up.
6. Insert lid and cover.
7. Push the integrated key into the vehicle
key until it engages.
Have old batteries disposed of by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair
shop or take them to a collection point.
Additional vehicle keys
Additional vehicle keys are available from a service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Loss of vehicle keys
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Malfunction
General information
A Check Control message is displayed. Vehicle key recognition by the vehicle may
malfunction under the following circum­stances:
The battery of the vehicle key is dis-
charged. For replacing the battery, refer to page 75.
Interference of the radio connection
from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmitting power.
Shielding of the vehicle key due to metal
objects. Do not transport the vehicle key to-
gether with metal objects.
Interference of the radio connection
from mobile phones or other electronic devices in direct proximity to the vehi­cle key.
Do not transport the vehicle key to­gether with electronic devices.
Interference of radio transmission by a
charging process of mobile devices, for instance charging of a mobile phone.
The vehicle key is in direct proximity of
the wireless charging tray. Place the vehicle key in a different loca-
tion.
In the case of interference, the vehicle can be unlocked and locked from the outside with the integrated key, refer to page 77.
Starting the engine via emergency detection of the Vehicle key
It is not possible to start the engine if the vehicle key has not been detected.
Proceed as follows in this case:
1. Hold the vehicle key against the mark
on the steering column as shown. Pay attention to the display in the instru­ment cluster.
2. If the vehicle key is detected:
Start the engine within 10 seconds.
If the vehicle key is not recognized, slightly change the position of the vehicle key and repeat the procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What precautions can be taken to be able to open a vehicle with an accidentally locked in vehicle key?
The options provided by the Remote
Services of the MINI Connected app in­clude the ability to lock and unlock a ve­hicle.
This requires an active MINI Connected contract and the MINI Connected app must be installed on a smartphone.
Unlocking the vehicle can be requested
via the MINI Connected Call Center. An active MINI Connected contract is
required.
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Integrated key

General information
The driver's door can be locked and un­locked without the vehicle key using the integrated key.
The integrated key can also be used for the glove compartment on the front passenger side.
Safety information
Warning
Unlocking from the inside is only possible with special knowledge.
Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehicle while being exposed to extreme temperatures are at risk of injury or death. Do not lock the vehicle from the outside when there are people in it.
NOTICE
The door lock is permanently joined with the door. The door handle can be moved. When pulling the door handle with the integrated key inserted, paint or the integrated key can be damaged. There is a risk of damage to property. Remove the integrated key before pulling the outside door handle.
Removing
Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the integrated key, arrow 2.
Locking/unlocking via the door lock
1. Remove lid on the door lock.
To do this, slide the integrated key into the opening from below and remove the lid.
2. Unlock or lock the door lock using the
integrated key.
The other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside.
Alarm system
The alarm system is not switched on if the vehicle is locked with the integrated key.
The alarm system is triggered when the door is opened, if the vehicle has been un­locked via the door lock.
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Buttons for the central locking system

General information
In the event of a severe accident, the vehi­cle is automatically unlocked. The hazard warning system and interior lights come on.
Overview
Buttons for the central locking system.
Locking
Press the button with the doors closed.
The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. The vehicle is not secured against theft
when locking.

Comfort Access

Concept
The vehicle can be accessed without operat­ing the vehicle key.
Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your pants pocket, is sufficient.
The vehicle automatically detects the vehi­cle key when it is in close proximity or in the car's interior.
General information
Comfort Access supports the following functions:
Unlocking and locking the vehicle. Convenient closing. Opening trunk lid.
Functional requirements
To lock the vehicle, the vehicle key must
be outside of the vehicle near the doors.
The next unlocking and locking cycle is
not possible until after approx. 2 sec­onds.
Unlocking
Unlocking
Press the button.
Opening
Press button to unlock the doors
together, and then pull the door handle above the armrest.
Pull the door opener on the door to be
opened. The other door remain locked.
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On the driver's or front passenger's outer door handle, press the button.
Depending on the settings, refer to page 83, only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap may be unlocked. Unlike when unlocking with the vehicle key, press-
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ing the button on the outer door handle again does not unlock the other vehicle ac­cess points. Rather, the vehicle is locked again.
If the vehicle was locked automatically after driving off or with the button of the central locking system from the inside, note the fol­lowing: if a door on a locked vehicle is opened from the inside with the door opener, pressing the button on the outer door handle will first lock the vehicle again. To unlock, the button on the outer door han­dle must be pressed again.
Locking
On the driver's or front passenger's outer door handle, press the button.
Convenient closing
Safety information
Closing
Press and hold down the button on the driv­er's or front passenger's outer door handle.
In addition to locking, the convertible top and the windows are closed.
Press and hold the button, until the convertible top is fully closed.
The exterior mirrors are folded in.
Opening the trunk lid
General information
If you open the trunk lid via Comfort Ac­cess, locked doors will not be unlocked.
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehi­cle, do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area.
Safety information
Warning
With convenient closing, body parts can be jammed. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the doors is clear during convenient closing.
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Body parts can be jammed when operating the trunk lid. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the trunk lid is clear during opening and closing.
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Opening
Press the button on the exterior of the trunk lid.
Malfunction
Vehicle key recognition by the vehicle may malfunction under the following circum­stances:
The battery of the vehicle key is dis-
charged. For replacing the battery, refer to page 75.
Interference of the radio connection
from transmission towers or other equipment with high transmitting power.
Shielding of the vehicle key due to metal
objects. Do not transport the vehicle key to-
gether with metal objects.
Interference of the radio connection
from mobile phones or other electronic devices in direct proximity to the vehi­cle key.
Do not transport the vehicle key to­gether with electronic devices.
Wet or snowy conditions may disrupt the locking request recognition function on the door handles.
In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock the vehicle using the buttons of the ve­hicle key or use the integrated key, refer to page 77.

Trunk lid

General information
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehi­cle, do not place the remote control in the cargo area.
Depending on the vehicle equipment and country version, it is possible to specify whether the trunk lid can be unlocked with the vehicle key and how the vehicle doors will respond to this. To perform settings, re­fer to page 83.
Safety information
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when operating the trunk lid. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the trunk lid is clear during opening and closing.
Opening from the outside
Without Comfort Access: unlock vehicle.
With Comfort Access: unlock the vehi­cle or have the vehicle key with you.
Press the button on the trunk lid.
Press the button on the vehicle
key for approx. 1 second.
Depending on the setting, the doors may also be unlocked. Unlocking using the vehicle key, refer to page 74.
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The trunk lid is unlocked and can be swung downward.
Opening from the inside
With the vehicle stationary, press the button in the driver's floor area.
Closing
To close the trunk lid, swivel it upwards and press it closed.
Trunk emergency unlocking
Pull the handle inside the cargo area. The trunk lid unlocks.

Driver profiles

Concept
In the driver profiles, individual settings for several drivers can be stored and called up again when required.
General information
There are three driver profiles with which personal vehicle settings can be stored. Ev­ery vehicle key has been assigned one of these driver profiles.
If the vehicle is unlocked using the vehicle key, the assigned personal driver profile will be activated. All settings stored in the driver profile are automatically applied.
If several drivers use their own vehicle keys, the vehicle will apply the personal set­tings as it is being unlocked. These settings are also restored, if the vehicle has been used in the meantime by a person with a different vehicle key.
Changes to the settings are automatically stored in the driver profile currently acti­vated.
If another driver profile is selected via the Central Information Display (CID), the set­tings stored in it will be applied automati­cally. The new driver profile is assigned to the vehicle key that is currently in use.
There is an additional guest profile available that is not assigned to any vehicle key: it can be used to apply settings in the vehicle without changing the personal driver pro­files.
Functional requirements
For the system to be able to identify the driver profile associated to a particular driver, the detected vehicle key must be clearly allocated to the driver.
This is the case when:
The driver is only carrying his or her
own vehicle key.
The driver unlocks the vehicle. The driver gets into the vehicle through
the driver's door.
Adjusting
The settings for the following systems and functions are stored in the active profile. The scope of storable settings depends on country and equipment.
Unlocking and locking. Lights. Radio. Instrument cluster. Programmable memory buttons.
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Volumes, tone. Control Display. Climate control. Navigation. PDC Park Distance Control. Rearview camera. Head-up Display. MINI Driving Modes. Intelligent Safety.
Profile management
Selecting a driver profile
Regardless of the vehicle key in use, a dif­ferent driver profile may be activated. This allows you to call up personal vehicle set­tings, even if you did not unlock the vehicle with your own remote control.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Driver profiles"
3. Select driver profile.
4. "OK"
All settings stored in the selected driver
profile are automatically applied.
The called-up driver profile is assigned
to the vehicle key being used at the time.
If the driver profile is already assigned
to a different vehicle key, this driver profile will apply to both vehicle keys.
Using a guest profile
The guest profile is for individual settings that are stored in none of the three personal driver profiles.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Driver profiles"
3. "Drive off (guest)"
4. "OK"
The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is assigned to the vehicle key that is not used at the time.
Renaming a driver profile
A personal name can be assigned to the ac­tive driver profile to avoid confusion be­tween the driver profiles.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Driver profiles"
3. Select driver profile.
The driver profile marked with this
symbol can be renamed.
4. "Change driver profile name"
5. Enter profile name.
6. Select the symbol.
Resetting a driver profile
The settings of the driver profile currently in use are reset to their factory settings.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Driver profiles"
3. Select driver profile.
The driver profile marked with this
symbol can be reset.
4. "Reset driver profile"
5. "OK"
Exporting driver profiles
Most settings of the active driver profile can be exported.
Exporting is helpful when storing and re­trieving personal settings, for instance be­fore delivering the vehicle to a workshop.
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The stored driver profiles can be taken into another vehicle.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Driver profiles"
3. Select driver profile.
The driver profile marked with this
symbol can be exported.
4. "Export driver profile (USB)"
Select USB storage device as needed.
Importing driver profiles
Profiles stored on a USB storage device can be imported via the USB interface.
The existing settings of the active driver profile are overwritten with the settings of the imported driver profile.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Driver profiles"
3. Select the driver profile to overwrite.
The driver profile marked with this
symbol can be overwritten.
4. "Import driver profile (USB)"
Select USB storage device as needed.
5. Select the driver profile to be imported.
System limits
A clear assignment between the vehicle key and driver may not be possible in the fol­lowing cases, for example.
The passenger unlocks the vehicle with
his or her own vehicle key, but another person is driving.
The driver unlocks the vehicle via Com-
fort Access and has multiple vehicle keys with him or her.
The driver changes, but the vehicle is
not locked and unlocked.
Multiple vehicle keys are located out-
side of the vehicle.

Adjusting

General information
Depending on the package and country ver­sion, various settings are available for the vehicle key functions.
These settings are stored for the driver pro­file, refer to page 81, currently used.
Unlocking
Doors
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
Displaying driver profiles during start
The driver profiles can be displayed at each startup to select the desired profile.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Driver profiles"
3. "Show driver profiles at startup"
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1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Doors/Key"
4. "Driver's door" or "All doors"
5. Select the desired setting: "Driver's door only"
Only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked. Pressing again unlocks the entire vehicle.
"All doors"
The entire vehicle is unlocked.
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Trunk lid
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Doors/Key"
4.
The text next to the symbol indicates the current setting.
5. Select the desired setting: "Tailgate"
Only the trunk lid is unlocked.
"Tailgate and door(s)"
The trunk lid and the doors are un­locked.
"Tailgate opens after unlocking"
The vehicle must be unlocked before the trunk lid can be used with the re­mote control.
"Button lock"
It is not possible to use the trunk lid via the vehicle key.
Depending on the vehicle equipment and country version, this setting may not be of­fered.
Automatic locking
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
Automatic unlocking
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Doors/Key"
4. "Unlock at end of trip"
After the engine is switched off by pressing the Start/Stop button, the locked vehicle is automatically un­locked.
Confirmation signals from the vehicle
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Doors/Key"
4. Deactivate or activate the desired con-
firmation signals.
"Flash for lock/unlock"
Unlocking is signaled by two flashes, locking by one.
With alarm system:
"Acoustic signal for lock/unlock" Unlocking is signaled by one honk of
the horn.
1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Doors/Key"
4. Select the desired setting: "Lock automatically"
The vehicle locks automatically after a while if no door is opened after un­locking.
"Lock after starting to drive"
The vehicle locks automatically after you drive off.
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Alarm system

General information
When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm system reacts to the following changes:
Unauthorized opening of a door, the
hood or the trunk lid.
Movements in the car's interior.
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Changes in the vehicle tilt, for instance,
during attempts at stealing a wheel or
when towing the vehicle.
Disconnected battery voltage. Improper use of the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis.
Locking the vehicle while a device is
connected to the socket for the OBD On-
board-Diagnosis. For socket for the OBD
Onboard Diagnosis, refer to page 281. The alarm system signals these changes vis-
ually and acoustically:
Acoustic alarm:
Depending on local regulations, the
acoustic alarm may be suppressed.
Visual alarm:
By flashing the exterior lighting.
Overview
Indicator light on the interior mirror.
Switching on/off
When you unlock and lock the vehicle, ei­ther with the vehicle key or via Comfort Ac­cess, the alarm system is switched off and on at the same time.
Opening the doors with the alarm system switched on
The alarm system is triggered when a door is opened if the door was unlocked using the integrated key in the door lock.
Switching off the alarm, refer to page 86.
Opening the trunk lid with the alarm system switched on
The trunk lid can be opened even when the alarm system is switched on.
After the trunk lid is closed, it is locked and monitored again provided the doors are locked. The hazard warning system flashes once.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation.
Press the button on the vehicle
key and hold for at least 3 sec­onds.
Briefly press the button on the vehicle
key three times in succession.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
Signals of the indicator light
The indicator light flashes briefly every
2 seconds: The alarm system is switched on.
Indicator light flashes for approx.
10 seconds, then it flashes briefly every 2 seconds:
Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor are not active, as doors, hood, or trunk lid are not correctly closed. Cor­rectly closed access points are secured.
When the still open access points are closed, the interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor will be switched on.
The indicator light goes out after un-
locking: The vehicle has not been tampered with.
The indicator light flashes after unlock-
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on, but no longer than approx. 5 mi­nutes:
An alarm has been triggered.
Tilt alarm sensor
The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm system responds in situations
such as attempts to steal a wheel or when the vehicle is towed.
Interior motion sensor
The car's interior is monitored to the height of the seats. The alarm system is switched on together with the interior motion sensor even when the convertible top is open. Fall­ing objects such as leaves can trigger the alarm unintentionally.
Avoiding unintentional alarms
General information
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can trigger an alarm, although no un­authorized action occurred.
Possible situations for an unwanted alarm:
In automatic vehicle washes. In duplex garages. During transport on trains carrying ve-
hicles, at sea or on a trailer.
With animals in the vehicle. When the vehicle is locked after start of
fueling.
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior mo­tion sensor can be switched off in such sit­uations.
The indicator light lights up for approx. 2 seconds and then continues to flash.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor are switched off until the vehicle is locked again.
Switching off the alarm
Unlock the vehicle with the vehicle key. Unlock the vehicle with the integrated
remote control or switch on the ignition using the emergency detection of re­mote control, refer to page 76.
With Comfort Access: if you have the
vehicle key with you, unlock the vehicle using the button on the driver's side or passenger side door.

Power windows

General information
If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the windows are automatically closed ex­cept a gap.
Safety information
Warning
When operating the windows, body parts and objects can be jammed. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the windows is clear during opening and closing.
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor
Press the button on the vehicle key within 10 seconds as soon as the vehicle is locked.
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Overview
Power windows.
Power windows for all windows.
Opening
Press the switch to the resistance
point.
The window opens while the switch is
being held.
Press the switch beyond the resist-
ance point.
The window opens automatically. Press-
ing the switch again stops the motion.
Press the switch to the resistance
point.
All side windows open simultaneously
while the switch is being held.
Press the switch beyond the resist-
ance point.
All side windows automatically open si-
multaneously. Pressing the switch again
stops the motion. Convenient opening with the vehicle key,
refer to page 73.
Closing
Pull the switch to the resistance
point. The window closes while the switch is
being held.
Pull the switch beyond the resist-
ance point. The window closes automatically if the
door is closed. Pulling the switch again stops the motion.
Pull the switch.
All side windows close simultaneously while the switch is being held.
Convenient closing with the vehicle key, re­fer to page 74.
Closing via Comfort Access, refer to page 79.
Jam protection system
Concept
The jam protection prevents objects or body parts becoming jammed between the door frame and window while the front windows are being closed.
General information
If resistance or a blockage is detected while the front windows are being closed, the closing action is interrupted.
The window opens slightly.
Safety information
Warning
Accessories on the windows such as an­tennas can impact jam protection. There is a risk of injury. Do not install accessories in the area of movement of the windows.
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Closing without the jam protection system
In case of danger from the outside or if ice might prevent normal closing, proceed as follows:
1. Pull the switch past the resistance
point and hold it there. The window closes with limited jam pro-
tection. If the closing force exceeds a specific threshold, closing is inter­rupted.
2. Pull the switch past the resistance
point again within approx. 4 seconds and hold it there.
The window closes without jam protec­tion.
Malfunction
General information
In certain situations a window can only be operated to a limited extent.
After a power failure during the opening
or closing process, the a window can only be operated to a limited extent. The system must be initialized in this case.
The power window motors are equipped
with overheating protection. If a win­dow is opened and closed several times within a short period of time, the over­heating protection switches the motor off temporarily. Depending on the de­gree of overheating, it may only be pos­sible to close the window or it may not be possible to operate it at all.
In this case: allow the power window motor to cool down.
Initializing the system
The system can be initialized when the ve­hicle is stationary and the engine is run­ning.
During initialization, the affected window closes without jam protection.
Warning
When operating the windows, body parts and objects can be jammed. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the windows is clear during opening and closing.
1. Open the affected window completely.
2. Pull the switch to the resistance
point and hold. The window closes.
3. Continue holding the switch pulled
to the resistance point. The window opens and closes once or
twice after approx. 15 seconds, depend­ing on the vehicle's equipment.
4. Release switch.
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Convertible top with integrated sliding sun roof

Overview
Convertible top, sliding sun roof switch
Sliding sun roof
General information
Before closing the sliding sun roof, remove any foreign objects from the windshield frame; otherwise, closing may be prevented.
Opening
Press the switch backward, until the desired position is reached or the sliding sun roof is fully open.
Closing
Press the switch forward, until the desired position is reached or the sliding sun roof is closed.
Convertible top
General information
The convertible top can be opened or closed at speeds up to approx. 18 mph/30 km/h.
If the vehicle is accelerated above a speed of approx. 18 mph/30 km/h while the convertible top is being moved, the convertible top movement stops.
Follow the following information:
While the convertible top is moving, it
is not possible to open the trunk lid.
If possible, close the convertible top
when the vehicle is parked. A closed convertible top protects it from weather­related damage and to some extent from theft.
Even when the convertible top is closed,
only store valuables in the locked cargo area or in the locked glove compartment.
At higher speeds, negative pressure pro-
duced in the car's interior causes the convertible top to begin to flutter. In­crease the air flow via the ventilation to prevent negative pressure in the vehi­cle.
It is not possible to start the engine and
operate the convertible top simultane­ously. When the engine is started using the Start/Stop button or using the Auto Start/Stop function, the convertible top movement is briefly interrupted.
Opening a door interrupts closure of the
convertible top.
When loading the cargo area, make sure
that the cargo does not push against the cargo area partition, refer to page 91, from below.
In order to protect the battery, move the
convertible top only when the engine is running if possible.
Before closing the convertible top, re-
move any foreign objects from the wind­shield frame; otherwise, closing may be prevented.
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NOTICE
Incorrect operation can damage the convertible top and other parts of the vehi­cle.
There is a risk of damage to property. Dur­ing operation, heed the following points:
Keep the area of movement of the
convertible top clear because the convertible top swivels out and up­ward. Maximum area of movement:
78.8 inches/2 meters.
Fully close the trunk lid. Do not leave the convertible top open
for more than a day while it is wet.
Do not open the convertible top, if it
is wet, covered in snow, iced up, or dirty.
Do not place objects on the
convertible top.
The rollover protection system may
not be triggered.
Do not operate the convertible top on
uneven sections of road.
Always open or close the convertible
top completely. The convertible top is only locked in its end positions.
Make sure that no objects are on the
cargo cover when opening the convertible top.
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when opening and closing the convertible top. There is a risk of injury. When opening and closing the convertible top, observe the movement and keep the area of movement clear.
Warning
When operating the convertible top while driving, the view to the rear may be lim­ited. At speeds above 20 mph/30 km/h the convertible top stops in its current posi­tion. There is a danger of accidents and property damage. When operating the convertible top while driving, observe traf­fic attentively and, if necessary, reduce speed. Do not operate while backing up or in windy weather.
Warning
The convertible top is not suitable for the mounting of roof carrier systems. The roof carrier could come loose. There is a risk of accident. Do not attach any roof carrier systems to the convertible top.
Warning
A convertible top that is not completely open or closed is not locked and can open by itself while driving due to the air­stream. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the convertible top is always completely open or closed.
Functional requirements
The following requirements must be fulfil­led in order to be able to move the convertible top.
The ignition or radio-ready state must
be switched on.
The cargo area partition, refer to
page 91, is stored and latched in the bottom position.
The trunk lid is closed.
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The external temperature is above
14 ℉/-10 ℃.
The voltage of the vehicle electrical sys-
tem is sufficient.
The convertible top drive is not over-
heating.
Vehicle speed is below
18 mph/30 km/h.
The windows can be lowered.
If one of these requirements is not met, a check control message is displayed.
Operating from the inside
Opening
Press the switch backward and hold until the sliding sun­roof is open.
Press the switch backward
again and hold. The windows roll down and the convertible top opens while the switch is being pushed. After the convertible top is completely open, the switch can be held or pressed again briefly in order to raise the windows.
quence can be continued in the desired di­rection using the switch.
Operate switch again until the convertible operation is terminated.
Operation from the outside
When equipped with Comfort Access the convertible top can also be operated from outside.
Convenient opening, refer to page 73,
with the vehicle key.
Convenient closing, refer to page 74,
with the vehicle key.
Closing via Comfort Access, refer to
page 78.
Cargo area partition
With the convertible top closed, the cargo area volume can be expanded.
Expanding the cargo area volume, refer to page 228.

Wind deflector

Closing
Push the switch forward and
hold. The windows are low-
ered, the convertible top is
closed and the windows are
raised again while the switch
is being held.
Preventing an interruption
Press and hold the switch, until the convertible top is fully open or closed. A Check Control message is displayed when the opening procedure has finished.
The convertible top movement is inter­rupted if the switch is released. The se-
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The wind deflector reduces the air move­ment in the car's interior when driving with the convertible top down.
Safety information
NOTICE
When moving the front seats back, the wind deflector can be damaged. There is a risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of movement is clear prior to moving the front seats back.
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Warning
Body parts can be jammed when operating the wind deflector. There is a risk of in­jury. Make sure that the area of movement around the wind deflector is clear when in­stalling and removing it and folding it up.
Warning
Objects placed on the installed wind de­flector can be thrown into the car's inte­rior or endanger other traffic participants, for instance in case of an accident, braking or evasive maneuver. The objects can dam­age the wind deflector. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do not place any objects on the installed wind deflector.
Warning
Operating the wind deflector while driving can distract from the surrounding traffic. There is a risk of accident. Operate the wind deflector only when the vehicle is stationary.
Installing
The wind deflector is located in a protective jacket in the cargo area.
To protect the head restraints from damage, slide the rear head restraints into the upper position prior to installation and removal.
1. Take the wind deflector out of the pro-
tective jacket.
Fully unfold the wind deflector so that the handle, arrow 1, folds down and locks the wind deflector.
2. Open the rear side window, if necessary.
Insert wind deflector from one side of the vehicle with the pins in the corre­sponding fixing points on the opposite side of the vehicle.
3. To release the lock, fold the handle up
and hold it.
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4. Press the wind deflector inwardly and
up, arrow 1, to the extent that the wind deflector can be positioned in front of the fixing points on the installation side.
Release the handle.
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Press the wind deflector downward, while inserting the pins in the corre­sponding fixing points, arrows 2.
5. Press the wind deflector downward in
the middle, until the handle engages, ar­rows 1.
Grasp the inner framework of the wind deflector and fold it up, arrow 2.
Removing
1. Fold the handle up to unlock it.
2. Proceed in reverse order to remove the
wind deflector.
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes all standard, country­specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety­related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.

Sitting safely

An ideal seating position that meets the needs of the occupants can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving.
In the event of an accident, the correct seat­ing position plays an important role. Follow the information in the following chapters:
Seats, refer to page 94. Safety belts, refer to page 96. Head restraints, refer to page 98. Airbags, refer to page 158.
Warning
With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no longer be ensured. There is a risk of slid­ing under the safety belt in an accident. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Adjust the seat prior to starting the trip. Adjust the backrest so that it is in the most upright position as possible and do not adjust again while driving.
Warning
There is a risk of jamming when moving the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the seat is clear prior to any adjustment.
Adjusting seats
Overview

Front seats

Safety information
Warning
Seat adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected movements of the seat. Vehi­cle control could be lost. There is a risk of accident. Only adjust the seat on the driv­er's side when the vehicle is stationary.
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Forward/backward
Pull the lever and slide the seat in the de­sired direction.
After releasing the lever, move the seat for­ward or back slightly making sure it en­gages properly.
Height
Lumbar support
The curvature of the seat backrest can be adjusted in a way that it supports the lum­bar region of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture.
Turn the wheel in order to increase or de­crease the curvature.
Thigh support
Pull the lever up or press it down as often as needed to reach the desired height.
Backrest tilt
Pull the lever, and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off, as necessary.
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Pull the lever at the front of the seat and ad­just the thigh support.
Entering the rear
Safety information
Warning
There is a risk of jamming when moving the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the seat is clear prior to any adjustment.
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Front seat heating
Warning
Unexpected movements of the rear seat backrest while driving may occur if the rear seat backrest is unlocked. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of in­jury. Fold back and lock the rear seat back­rests before driving.
Overview
Fold the rear seat backrest down
1. Pull lever up to the stop.
Seat heating
Switching on
Press the button once for each tem­perature level.
The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit.
2. Fold the rear seat backrest forward.
3. Push the seat forward.
Original position
The driver's seat features a mechanical memory function for forward/back and backrest adjustment.
1. Push the seat back into the original po-
sition.
2. Fold back the backrest to lock the seat.
If the backrest is folded back when the seat is not yet in the original position, the seat engages in the current position. In this case, manually adjust longitudinal direction, refer to page 95.
If the trip is continued within approx. 15 minutes after a stop, seat heating is acti­vated automatically with the temperature selected last.
When GREEN Mode is activated, refer to page 238, the heating output is reduced.
Switching off
Press and hold the button until the LEDs go out.

Safety belts

Number of safety belts and safety belt buckles
The vehicle is fitted with four safety belts to ensure occupant safety. However, they can only offer protection when adjusted cor­rectly.
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General information
Always make sure that safety belts are be­ing worn by all occupants before driving off. Although airbags enhance safety by provid­ing added protection, they are not a substi­tute for safety belts.
The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of every build if the seat is correctly adjusted.
Safety information
Warning
Use of a safety belt to buckle more than one person will potentially defeat the abil­ity of the safety belt to serve its protective function. There is a risk of injuries or dan­ger to life. Do not allow more than one per­son to wear a single safety belt. Infants and children are not allowed on an occu­pant's lap, but must be transported and se­cured in designated child restraint sys­tems.
Warning
The efficacy of safety gear, including safety belts, can be limited or lost when safety belts are fastened incorrectly. An incorrectly fastened safety belt can cause additional injuries, for instance in the event of an accident or during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of inju­ries or danger to life. Make sure that all occupants are wearing safety belts cor­rectly.
The safety belts or safety belt buckles
are damaged, soiled, or changed in any other way.
Belt tensioners or belt retractors
were modified.
Safety belts can be imperceptibly damaged in the event of an accident. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not modify safety belts, safety belt buckles, belt ten­sioners, belt retractors or belt anchors and keep them clean. Have the safety belts checked after an accident at the dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Correct use of safety belts
Wear the safety belt twist-free and tight
to your body over your lap and should­ers.
Wear the safety belt deep on your hips
over your lap. The safety belt may not press on your stomach.
Do not rub the safety belt against sharp
edges, or guide it or jam it in across
hard or fragile objects.
Avoid thick clothing. Re-tighten the safety belt frequently up-
ward around your upper body.
Buckling the safety belt
1. Guide the safety belt slowly over
shoulder and hip to put it on.
Warning
The efficacy of safety gear, including safety belts, may not be fully functional or fail in the following situations:
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2. Insert the tongue plate into the safety
belt buckle. The safety belt buckle must engage audibly.
Unbuckling the safety belt
1. Hold the safety belt firmly.
2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.
3. Guide the safety belt back into its roll-
up mechanism.
Belt loop
vated if objects are placed on the front pas­senger seat.

Front head restraints

Safety information
Warning
A missing protective effect due to re­moved or not correctly adjusted head re­straints can cause injuries in the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury.
Before driving, install the removed
head restraints on the occupied seats.
Adjust the head restraint so its center
supports the back of the head at as close to eye level as possible.
Adjust the distance so that the head
restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head. Adjust the distance via the backrest tilt as needed.
When fastening the safety belts on the rear seats, make sure that the belt loop is closed.
Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front passenger seat
Display in the instrument cluster
The indicator light lights up and a signal sounds. Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly.
The safety belt reminder can also be acti-
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Warning
Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the head restraint.
Warning
Objects on the head restraint reduce the protective effect in the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury.
Do not use seat or head restraint cov-
ers.
Do not hang objects, for instance
clothes hangers, directly on the head restraint.
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Only use accessories that have been
determined to be safe for attachment to a head restraint.
Do not use any accessories, for in-
stance pillows, while driving.
Adjusting the height: John Cooper Works sport seat
The height of the head restraints cannot be adjusted.
Adjusting the height
1. If necessary, fold the rear seat backrest
forward.
2. Pull head restraint up as far as possible.
3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the
head restraint out completely.
Installing
Proceed in the reverse order to install the head restraint.

Rear head restraints

To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
push the head restraint down.
To raise: push the head restraint up.
After setting the height, make sure that the head restraint engages correctly.
Removing: John Cooper Works sport seat
The head restraints cannot be removed.
Removing
Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question.
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Warning
A missing protective effect due to re­moved or not correctly adjusted head re­straints can cause injuries in the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury.
Before driving, install the removed
head restraints on the occupied seats.
Adjust the head restraint so its center
supports the back of the head at as close to eye level as possible.
Adjust the distance so that the head
restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head. Adjust the distance via the backrest tilt as needed.
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Removing
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the head restraint.
Warning
Objects on the head restraint reduce the protective effect in the head and neck area. There is a risk of injury.
Do not use seat or head restraint cov-
ers.
Do not hang objects, for instance
clothes hangers, directly on the head restraint.
Only use accessories that have been
determined to be safe for attachment to a head restraint.
Do not use any accessories, for in-
stance pillows, while driving.
Only remove the head restraint if no one will be sitting in the seat in question.
1. Fold down the rear seat backrest, refer
to page 227, in question.
2. Pull head restraint up against the resist-
ance.
3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the
head restraint out completely.
Installing
Proceed in the reverse order to install the head restraint.
Adjusting the height
To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
push the head restraint down.
To raise: push the head restraint up.
After setting the height, make sure that the head restraint engages correctly.
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Mirrors

Exterior mirrors
General information
The mirror on the front passenger side is more curved than the driver's side mirror.
Safety information
Warning
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. The distance to the traf­fic behind could be incorrectly estimated, for instance while changing lanes. There is a risk of accident. Estimate the distance to
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