Mini Mini 2007 Owner's Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

MINI MINI CONVERTIBLE

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MINI

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

We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

CONTENTS

NOTES

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

© 2006 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 012 950 US English VIII/06 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.

OVERVIEW

Cockpit 12 Display elements 13 Display elements with navigation system

or Cockpit Chrono Pack Indicator and warning lamps 16 Multifunction steering wheel 20

CONTROLS

Opening and closing:

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

Wind deflector 40

Adjustments:

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

sunroof

Driving:

Ignition lock

Starting the engine 53 Switching off the engine 54 Parking brake 54 Manual transmission 55 Automatic transmission with

Steptronic

Parking lamps/Low beams 60 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp

flasher

Instrument lighting 62 Fog lamps 62 Interior lamps 62 Washer/wiper system 63 Washer fluid 64 Cruise control 65

Technology for safety and driving convenience:

Driving stability control systems

Flat Tire Monitor 74 Airbags 76 Park Distance Control (PDC) 78

Controlling the climate for pleasant driving:

Air conditioning system

Automatic climate control 82

Interior conveniences:

Glove compartment

Center armrest 85 Drinks holders, ashtray 86 Cigarette lighter, 12 V power supply 87 Integrated universal remote control 88

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

Special operating instructions:

Break-in procedures General driving notes 98 Refueling 101

Wheels and tires:

Tire inflation pressure Tire coding 108 Tire condition 109 Run-Flat Tires 111 New wheels and tires 112 Snow chains 113

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Everything under control:

Odometer

Clock 67 Fuel gauge 67 Coolant temperature gauge 68 Tachometer 69 Service interval display 69 Onboard computer 70

Loading and transporting cargo:

Luggage compartment in the MINI Luggage compartment in the MINI

Convertible

Loading cargo 92 Roof-mounted luggage rack 95

CONTENTS

In the engine compartment:

Bonnet Engine compartment:

MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convertible MINI COOPER S and

MINI COOPER S Convertible Engine oil 117 Coolant 118 Brake system 120

Maintenance and care:

MINI Maintenance System Socket for Onboard Diagnostics

OBD Caring for your vehicle 122 Vehicle storage 125

114

115

121

122

116

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES

Replacement procedures:

Onboard tool kit Wiper blades 128 Lamps and bulbs 129 Repairing a flat tire 133 Space-saver spare tire 133 Changing tires 135 MINI Mobility System 137 Vehicle battery 140 Fuses 141

Giving and receiving assistance:

Jump-starting Towing and tow-starting 143

128

142

TECHNICAL DATA

Engine data 148 Dimensions:

MINI MINI Convertible 150

Weights:

MINI MINI Convertible 152

Capacities 153

149

151

INDEX

Everything from A to Z 156

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About this Owner's Manual

In compiling this Owner's Manual we have made every effort to furnish you with a convenient reference source affording quick access to all the essentials. The fastest way to find detailed information on any specific subject is to turn to the comprehensive index at the back of the manual. If you wish to gain an initial overview of your vehicle, you will find this in the first chapter.

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

Additional sources of information

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

If you have any additional questions, your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you.

Symbols used

Indicates precautions that must be

followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.

Indicates information that will assist

you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle.

Refers to measures that can be taken

to help protect the environment.

< Marks the end of a specific item of infor-

mation.

Indicates special equipment, countryspecific equipment and optional extras, as well as equipment and functions not yet available at the time of printing.

Vehicle Memory, refer to page

Identifies functions that can be specifically adapted for a particular vehicle. These adjustments can be performed by your MINI Dealer.

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Your individual vehicle

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

On purchasing your MINI, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment that the manufacturer of your MINI makes available with a specific model range.

We hope you will understand that equipment and features are included that you might not have chosen for your vehicle. To assist you in identifying possible variations between your own vehicle and the manual's contents, the passages describing optional accessories and special equipment

are marked with an asterisk If your MINI features equipment not

described in this Owner's Manual, please observe the enclosed Supplementary Owner's Manuals.

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Editorial notice

The manufacturer pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that MINI vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this reason, the features described in this Owner's Manual could, in rare cases, differ from those in your vehicle.

For your own safety

Fuels:

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

ethanol or other oxygenates with up to

2.8% oxygen by weight, i.e. 15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equivalent amount of co-solvent, will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship. Field experience has indicated significant differences in fuel quality, i.e. volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada. The use of poor-quality fuels may result in driveability, starting and stalling problems especially under certain environmental conditions, such as high ambient temperature and high altitude.

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

Maintenance and repair:

Advanced technology, e.g. the use of

modern materials and powerful electronics, requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods. Have the necessary work on your MINI carried out by a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer. Work that is improperly carried out could result in consequential damage and pose safety hazards.

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

lowing warning.

Engine exhaust and a wide variety of

automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.

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Parts and accessories:

For your own safety, use genuine

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

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

systems must be performed by an authorized MINI Dealership or individual using certified MINI parts.

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and

Symbol on vehicle parts

Indicates that you should consult the

relevant section of this Owner's Manual for information on a particular part or assembly.

Service and warranty

This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.

We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.

Your MINI 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.

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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 the MINI Division of BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, telephone tollfree 1-866-275-6464.

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

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 1-800-333-0510 from anywhere in Canada or 1-613-993-9851 from the Ottawa region and from other countries, or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville, Tower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0N5.

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca

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

OVERVIEW

CONTROLS

OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES

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TECHNICAL DATA

INDEX

COCKPIT

1 >Parking lamps/Low beams 60

>Turn signal indicators 61 >Standing lamps 60 >High beams 61 >Headlamp flasher 61 >Onboard computer 70

2 Washer/wiper system 63 3 Instrument lighting 62 4 Outside mirror adjustment 48 5 Hazard warning flashers

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

OBD 122

114

DISPLAY ELEMENTS

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1Tachometer 69

with indicator and warning lamps,

16 ff

page

2 Display for onboard computer 70

without onboard computer: Display of outside temperature and current speed

3 Speedometer with indicator and warn-

ing lamps, page

16 ff

4Indicator for

>Odometer >Trip odometer 67 >Service interval 69 >Program indicator for automatic

transmission with Steptronic

>Clock

5 Trip odometer, reset to zero

Setting the clock 67

6 Fuel gauge 68 7 Engine coolant temperature gauge 68

DISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM* OR COCKPIT CHRONO PACK

1Tachometer 69

with indicator and warning lamps,

16 ff

page

2 Display for onboard computer

3 Speedometer with indicator and warn-

ing lamps, page

4 Trip odometer, reset to zero

Setting the clock 67

16 ff

5Indicator for

>Odometer >Trip odometer 67 >Service interval 69 >Program indicator for automatic

transmission with Steptronic

>Clock

DISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM* OR COCKPIT CHRONO PACK

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

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

3 Engine oil temperature 4 Engine oil pressure 5Coolant temperature

6 Indicator and warning lamps, page 7 Fuel gauge 68

16 ff

INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS

Technology that monitors itself

The system runs a check on the indicator and warning lamps marked by turn the key in the ignition lock. They each light up once for different periods of time.

If a malfunction should occur in one of these systems, the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine is started or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. You will see below the correct way to react to this.

when you

Red: stop immediately

Battery charge current+ The battery is no longer being

charged. Indicates a defective alternator drive belt or a problem with the charge circuit. Please contact your MINI Dealer.

If the drive belt is defective, do not

continue driving. The engine could be damaged due to overheating. When the power-assist is deactivated, increased steering effort is required.

Engine oil pressure + The engine oil pressure is too low.

Pull over immediately and switch off the engine. Please contact your MINI Dealer.

Do not continue driving; otherwise, the engine could be damaged

because of inadequate lubrication.

Brake warning lamp + Lights up although the parking

brake is released. The brake fluid level is too low. Before driving further, be sure to comply with the information on

120. Have the system checked imme-

page diately.

Canadian models display this

warning lamp.

If equipped with a navigation system or Cockpit Chrono Pack:

Coolant temperature warning

lamp in the navigation system or

Cockpit Chrono Pack

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

68. Have the system checked

immediately.

INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS

Yellow: stop immediately

Flat Tire Monitor The warning lamp indicates a flat

tire or a system malfunction. In the event of a flat tire, an acoustic signal also sounds. Reduce speed immediately and stop the vehicle.

It is possible that the acoustic signal was not heard. In this case, in order to determine if there is a flat tire or a system malfunction:

1. Switch off the ignition, ignition key posi-

tion 0

2. Switch the ignition back on, ignition key

position 2, or start the engine.

If an acoustic signal sounds, you have a flat tire. Otherwise, the system has a malfunction or has failed.

Red and yellow: continue to drive, but use great caution

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

More information on page

Canadian models display these warning lamps.

72.

Red: an important reminder

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

brake on page

Warning lamp in Canadian models.

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

tened.

A signal version. More information on page

More information on pages

also sounds depending on the

Bonnet/tailgate/sliding sunroof Comes on if the bonnet, tailgate or sliding sunroof is open.

54.

46.

29, 35, 114.

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For instructions on how to proceed further, refer to Flat Tire Monitor, page

75 ff.

INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS

Red: have it checked soon

Airbags There is a malfunction in the airbag

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

Brake pads

The brake pads have reached the

minimum safe limit for lining wear. Have the brake pads replaced immediately. More information on page

77.

99.

Yellow: have it checked soon

Antilock Brake System (ABS) The ABS has failed. Conventional

braking efficiency is available. Have the system checked as soon as possible. More information on page

72.

Canadian models display this

warning lamp.

Automatic Stability Control plus

Traction ASC/Dynamic Stability

Control DSC

Indicator lamp flashes: System active: drive and brake forces are regulated. Indicator lamp lights up continuously: ASC/DSC has been deactivated at the button or is malfunctioning. If there is a malfunction: have the system checked as soon as possible. More information on page

72.

Engine

The exhaust emissions have deteri-

orated. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Canadian models display this

warning lamp.

Engine electronics

The engine electronics are mal-

functioning. You can continue to drive with reduced engine output or engine speed. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.

INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPS

Yellow: for your information

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

correctly closed.

Green: for your information

Turn signal indicator Flashes when turn signal indicator

is on. Rapid flashing: at least one turn signal indicator has failed. More information on page

Cruise control

Comes on while the system is

switched on: operation via the multifunction steering wheel or the sports steering wheel with multifunction buttons. More information on page

61.

65.

Blue: for your information

High beams Comes on when the high beams

are on or the headlamp flasher is actuated. More information on page

61.

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MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEEL

Multifunction sports steering wheel

The multifunction sports steering wheel comes with integrated control buttons enabling you to operate the following functions quickly and safely, without having to take your eyes from the road:

>Some audio source functions >Cruise control >Telephone.

Multifunction sports steering wheel

1 Call up and continue cruise control 2 Store speed and accelerate 3 Activate/interrupt/deactivate cruise

control

4 Store speed and decelerate

5 Fast forward/rewind or scroll through

phone book:

>Radio

Press button briefly: next/previous stored station Press for longer: station search

>CD/MD

Press button briefly: track skip Press for longer: search within track

>Cassette

Press button briefly: track skip or stop fast forward Press for longer: fast forward

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

operation are not available. 6 Volume up/down 7 Switch between telephone and other

audio sources

8 Accept or terminate a phone call

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TECHNICAL DATA

INDEX

KEYS CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM

Depending on your vehicle's equipment vesion, you will have received the following keys:

1 Master keys with remote control 2Spare key

Master keys with remote control

In every master key with remote control, there is an extended-life battery as a power supply that is charged automatically in the ignition lock as you drive.

You should therefore use each master key at least twice a year to maintain the charge status. Depending on which master key the vehicle detects when it is unlocked, different settings will be called up and executed inside

the vehicle, refer to Vehicle Memory on

49.

page

Spare key

For keeping in a safe place, e.g. in your wallet. This key is not intended for constant use.

The concept

The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed. The doors, the tailgate and the fuel filler door are unlocked or locked.

The central locking system locks or unlocks your vehicle:

>When operated from the outside via the

remote control as well as via the door

lock >When operated from the inside via a

switch >The vehicle is unlocked automatically

when the ignition key is pulled out of the

ignition switch. If operated from outside, the anti-theft sys-

tem is activated at the same time. This prevents the doors from being unlocked via safety lock buttons or door handles.

In the event of a sufficiently severe accident, the central locking system unlocks automatically. The hazard warning flashers and interior lamps are also switched on.

OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

Via remote control

When the vehicle is unlocked or locked, the anti-theft system is also deactivated/activated and the interior lamp is switched on/ off.

People or animals could lock the

doors from the inside. Always take the vehicle keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.

For US owners only

The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC, Federal Communications Commission, regulations. Operation is governed by the following:

FCC ID: LX8765S

Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

>This device may not cause harmful inter-

ference, and

>this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications or

changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

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

To unlock

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

2. Press the button again. First the driver's door will unlock, then the entire vehicle.

cally. The anti-theft system is not activated.

vated.

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

Convenience opening mode

Hold the button pressed. In the MINI, the windows and the glass sunroof are opened. In the MINI Convertible, the windows and the sliding sunroof are opened.

To open the convertible top on the MINI Convertible: release the button and press it again until the convertible top is completely open.

Convenience closing is not possible

vertible top activated/deactivated.

by means of the remote control.<

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

Locking and securing

Press button . The hazard warning flashers flash once.

Unlocking the tailgate

Press the button briefly. The rear and side turn signal indicators

flash twice. The tailgate can be unlocked separately if

the vehicle has been locked via central locking.

Open the tailgate within 20 seconds,

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

29, or it will otherwise

You can have this function activated/ deactivated.

If none of the vehicle doors are opened within 2 minutes, the central

locking system locks the vehicle automati-

OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

Malfunction

Local radio waves can interfere with functions of the remote control.

If this occurs, lock and unlock the vehicle via a door lock.

In the event of a system malfunction, please contact your MINI Dealer. You can also obtain replacement keys there.

If it is no longer possible to lock the

vehicle with the remote control, then the battery is discharged. Use the corresponding key for a longer journey so that its battery can be recharged.<

Via the door lock

1. Turn the key. The driver's door is unlocked.

2. Turn the key again. All other doors, the tailgate and the fuel filler door are unlocked.

You can have this function activated/ deactivated.

Manual operation

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

Convenience closing via the door lock

You can also close the power windows, glass sunroof or the convertible top via the door lock.

With the door closed, hold the key in the locking position.

In the MINI Convertible, the convertible top is closed first and then the side windows.

You can have the closing of the windows and glass sunroof via the door

lock activated/deactivated.

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

warning flashers flash twice

OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM INSIDE

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

To lock

>Briefly press the switch downward or >push down the safety lock button on the

passenger door. To prevent yourself from being locked outside the vehicle accidentally, the driver's door cannot be locked with its safety lock button while it is open.

After you have driven off, the central

locking system automatically locks your vehicle once a certain speed has been reached.

Always take the vehicle's keys with you so that you can open the vehicle again from the outside at any time.

You can have this function activated/

deactivated and the speed set.

People or animals inside the vehicle

could lock the doors from the inside.

To unlock and open the doors

1. Briefly press the switch upward

2. Pull the respective door handle above the armrest or pull the door handle twice on each door: The first pull unlocks the door, the second opens it.

Convenience opening mode

Press the central locking switch and hold it pressed.

MINI: Windows and glass sunroof are opened. MINI Convertible: Windows and sliding sunroof are opened. To open the convertible top: Release the switch, then press it upwards

until the convertible top is completely open and the windows are again closed.

TAILGATE

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To open from the outside

Press the button in the handle strip or the

button on the remote control, refer to

26. The tailgate is unlocked and can

page be opened.

Tailgate on the MINI Convertible

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

175 lbs/80 kg.

To close

To avoid injuries, as with all closing

procedures be sure that the travel path of the tailgate is clear when it is closed.

Handle recesses on the MINI

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

TAILGATE

Manual release in the MINI Convertible

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

1. Use a master key or ignition key to release the catches of the rear backrests, refer to Through-loading system on page

Manual release in the MINI

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

1. Fold the rear seat bench upward

2. Pull the ring. The tailgate is released.

2. Fold the rear bench seat upward and remove the hook attached to it

3. Using the hook, reach backward between the convertible top and the rear backrest to pull one of the levers for releasing the folding rear backrests, refer to page

4. Fold rear backrests forward

TAILGATE ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS

From ignition key position 1:

5. Pull the handle, see arrow. The tailgate is released.

To open the windows

>Press the switch downwards.

The window opens until you release the switch or

>Tap the switch downwards.

The window opens automatically. Tapping the switch again stops the operation.

Press the switch upwards. The window closes until you release the switch.

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

After the ignition has been switched off: You can continue using the electric power

windows for a limited period as long as no one opens either of the doors.

When leaving the vehicle, always

take the ignition key with you. Otherwise children could operate the power windows and injure themselves.

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To close the windows

Make sure that the closing range of

the windows is unobstructed, otherwise personal injury could result when the windows close.

ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS

Convenience operation

For convenience operation using the remote control refer to page tion via the door lock refer to page

26, for opera-

27.

To initialize power windows

If the battery is disconnected, e.g. for

changing batteries or vehicle storage, reinitialize the power windows. Otherwise the windows will not be lowered when the convertible top or doors are opened.

1. Close the doors

2. Close both windows

3. Press both switches of the power win-

dows upwards for approx. one second.

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

Power windows in the MINI Convertible

To open the windows: >Briefly press the button:

First the rear windows, then the front windows open automatically. Tapping the switch again stops the operation.

>Press the button:

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

Do not close the windows until the

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

35.

To close the windows: Press the button.

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

GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC

To raise

Press the switch.

>The closed glass sunroof is raised. >The closed glass sunroof automatically

moves into the raised position.

Do not use force to close the glass sunroof from its raised position, oth-

erwise the mechanism will be damaged.

To open and close

Be sure that adequate clearance is

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

>Push the switch backwards to the resis-

>Push the switch backwards past the

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

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

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

After the ignition has been switched off

You can continue using the glass sunroof for a limited period as long as no one opens either of the doors. If a door is opened during operation, the opening/closing process stops immediately.

When leaving the vehicle, remove the ignition key from the lock and close

the doors. Otherwise children could operate the sunroof and injure themselves.<

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GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC

Pinch protection system

If, while closing, the glass sunroof encounters resistance within roughly the last 8 in/ 20 cm, the closing procedure is interrupted and the roof reopens.

Despite the pinch protection system,

make sure that the travel path of the sunroof is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Otherwise, it is not guaranteed that the closing procedure will be interrupted, for instance if the obstructions are thin.<

Manual opening and closing

ROLLER SUN BLIND

To open

Closing without the pinch protection system:

You can disable the pinch protection system by pressing the switch past the pressure point and holding it. When closing the sunroof from the raised position, ensure that its travel path is not obstructed, since the pinch protection system is not active in this position.

Convenience operation

For convenience operation using the remote control refer to page tion via the door lock refer to page

26, for opera-

27.

In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also open and close the glass sunroof manually:

1. Slide the cover panel towards the interior and remove it

2. Move the glass sunroof in the desired direction using the hexagon wrench from the onboard tool kit, refer to page

128.

1. Press the button in the handle, see arrow 1; the cap is unlocked

2. Guide the roller sun blind towards the back.

To close

1. Use the handle to pull the roller sun blind forwards

2. Engage the handle in the device, see arrow 2.

CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOF

Opening and closing the sliding sunroof

To open: Press button 2 until the desired sunroof position is reached.

To close: Press button 1.

The sliding sunroof can be operated up to a road speed of 75 mph / 120 km/h.

>LED in button 1 flashes for a certain time

and then goes out.

Power convertible top

So that you can get the most enjoyment out of your MINI Convertible, please observe the following tips:

>It is recommended that you close the

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

>Even when the convertible top is closed,

keep valuable items in the locked luggage compartment or in the lockable glove compartment

>Do not mount any roof rack systems on

the convertible top

>To avoid damage, do not operate the

convertible top at temperatures below 147/–106.

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Sliding sunroof not completely closed

If the ignition key is in position 0 or removed and the driver's door is opened, the following warnings are issued:

>bonnet/tailgate/convertible top indica-

tor lamp

>a signal sounds

, refer to page 17, comes on

Do not leave the convertible top

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

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Driving off before an opening or clos-

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

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

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

To conserve battery power, if possible

operate the convertible top only

91.<

Opening and closing the convertible top

Observe the instructions and safety precautions described above.

To open: While the vehicle is stationary, press but-

ton 2 to open the sliding sunroof. Pressing the button again opens the convertible top.

The side windows move down when the button for convertible top operation is pressed.

The windows close again when you keep the button pressed for more than two seconds after the opening procedure is finished and the LED has gone out.

To close: Press button 1 until the convertible top and

sliding sunroof are closed. If the convertible top is left open for a

longer period of time, it may be necessary to support the first automatic closing procedure. If the convertible top or sliding sunroof stops just before the closing procedure is finished:

1. Unlock the loading aid, refer to page 91

2. Close the convertible top and sliding sunroof completely

3. Lock the loading aid, refer to page

91.

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Checking

>The LED lights up during convertible top

operation until the opening or closing procedure is completely finished

>The LED flashes for approx. 60 seconds

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

>The LED flashes rapidly. The convertible

top cannot be operated. The luggage compartment cover is not in its lower position, refer to page loading aid is not correctly locked, refer to page

91.

91, or the

Interruption

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

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

Movement is also interrupted when there is a mechanical blockage. In this case, in order to operate the convertible top again:

1. Turn off the ignition and then switch it on again

2. Press the button to continue the procedure in the desired direction.

secutive attempts to operate it, the convertible top system has overheated. Allow the system to cool down for approx. 20 minutes.

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

reinitialize the power windows, refer to

32. Otherwise the windows will not

page be lowered when the convertible top is opened.

Convenience operation

For convenience operation using the remote control refer to page tion via the door lock refer to page

26, for opera-

27.

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Opening and closing procedure

Do not interrupt and restart the clos-

ing procedure several times one after another, or the convertible top mechanism could be damaged.

If the convertible top can be moved in

only one direction after several con-

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Manual closing in the event of an electrical malfunction

Only close the convertible top manu-

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

Before closing

1. Fold the rear bench seat upward and remove the special hexagon wrench attached to it

1. Open the tailgate

2. Release the loading aid, refer to page

3. Remove the cover from the side panel on the left-hand side

4. Using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page screw, arrow, in the direction of the arrow by rotating it one and a half turns.

128, unscrew the

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Releasing the convertible top

Depending on the vehicle model, it may also be necessary to release the

convertible top in order to close it.

1. Press the lever with the hexagon wrench to release the convertible top, see arrow 1, and lift the side frame, see arrow 2. If necessary, insert an object between that side frame and the body to prevent the convertible top from locking again

2. Release the second side frame.

Closing the convertible top

If possible, close the convertible top with the help of a second person.

1. Place both hands on the convertible top on the respective side frame

2. Lift out both sides at the same time, and swing the convertible top forward onto the cowl

3. Inside the vehicle, use a screwdriver to pry out the cover in the center of the roof.

To close the sliding sunroof

1. Insert the hexagon wrench into the designated socket in the middle of the roof

2. Knock the hexagon wrench in the direction of arrow 1 to uncouple the sliding sunroof mechanism. The hexagon wrench moves upwards

3. Turn the hexagon wrench in the direction of arrow 2.

To lock the convertible top

Continue to turn the hexagon wrench until the convertible top is locked in place.

Please contact your MINI Dealer to have the electrical malfunction

repaired.

WIND DEFLECTOR

With the convertible top open, the wind deflector keeps air movement in the passenger compartment to a minimum, thus providing you with a pleasant drive, even at higher speeds. The wind deflector comes folded in a protective pouch and can be stored in the luggage compartment.

Do not allow the wind deflector to

come into contact with sharp objects, as the net could otherwise be damaged. Do not place any objects on the installed wind deflector. When storing the wind deflector in the luggage compartment, make sure that it cannot be damaged by other objects.

Before installing

1. Take the wind deflector out of the pouch

2. Fold out the wind deflector, arrow 1

3. Press the locking device together until it engages, arrow 2.

Installing and folding up

1. Slide out securing pins 1 and 2 on one side until they engage

2. Insert the wind deflector with the securing pins into the designated openings on the corresponding side of the vehicle

3. Slide securing pins 1 and 2 on the other side into the designated openings until they engage

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

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

erwise the wind deflector could be dam-

aged.

WIND DEFLECTOR

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Removing

1. Fold down the upper part of the wind deflector

2. Push back securing pin 1. To do so, turn the handle forward, see arrow 1, and push it back, see arrow 2

3. Push back securing pin 2 and remove the wind deflector.

Collapsing

1. To unlock, push the handle of the securing pin on the side into its rearmost position, see arrow 1

2. Collapse the wind deflector, see arrows 2.

Adjusting screws

The gap between the wind deflector and the side trim panel can be adjusted using the adjusting screw.

SAFE SEATING POSITION

The ideal seating position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, relatively fatiguefree driving. Together with the safety belts and airbags, the seating position also plays an important role in providing occupants with maximum levels of passive safety in an accident. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the following section.

For additional information about transporting children safely, refer to page

50.

Airbags

Always maintain an adequate dis-

tance between yourself and all of the airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by the rim with the hands at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions to keep any chance of injury to hands or arms to an absolute minimum, should the airbag be deployed. No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the front passenger airbag cover as a storage surface for objects of any kind. Ensure that the front passenger is correctly seated, e.g. that no feet or legs are propped against the dashboard. Otherwise, leg injury could result if the front passenger airbag suddenly deployed.

Make sure that passengers do not lean their heads against the side or head airbag, as injuries could result if the side airbags were triggered.

Even if all these instructions are followed, it cannot entirely be ruled out that in some circumstances injury may result from contact with the airbags. In sensitive individuals, the ignition and inflation noise may induce a mild hearing loss that is usually temporary.

For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page

76.

Head restraint

A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to the cervical spine in the event of an accident.

Adjust the head restraint in such a

way that it is centered roughly at ear level. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.

Safety belt

Fasten your safety belt before each drive. Airbags are an additional safety device and work in conjunction with the safety belts, but do not replace them. Your vehicle is

equipped with four seats, each of which is provided with a safety belt.

Never allow more than one person to

wear a single safety belt. Never allow infants or small children to ride in a passenger's lap. Make sure that the belt in the lap area sits low across the hips and does not press against the abdomen. The safety belt must not rest against the throat, run across sharp edges, pass over hard or fragile objects or be pinched. Fasten the safety belt so that it is not twisted and sits as snugly as possible against the lap and shoulder. Otherwise the belt could slide over the hips and injure the abdomen in the event of a frontal collision. Avoid wearing bulky clothing and pull the belt in the upper-body area upward periodically to retension it. Otherwise, the restraining effect of the safety belt could be diminished.

For information on using the safety belts, refer to page

46.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Important adjustment information

Never try to adjust your seat while

operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with an unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. While driving, do not recline the backrest too far toward the rear; this especially applies to the front passenger seat. Otherwise there is a risk that you will slide under the safety belt in an accident, thus reducing the protection provided by the safety belt.

Comply with the instructions on head restraint height adjustment on page and on damaged safety belts on page

47.

Longitudinal adjustment

1. Lift the handle

2. Push the seat into the desired position

3. After releasing the handle, apply pressure to the seat to ensure that the latch engages securely.

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Height adjustment

1. Upward: pull the handle repeatedly, continuing until the seat reaches the desired height

2. Downward: push the handle repeatedly, continuing until the seat reaches the desired height.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT HEAD RESTRAINTS

Lumbar support*

You can adjust the contour of the backrest for additional support in the curvature of your spine's lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright posture.

Turn the wheel. The curvature is increased or decreased.

Backrest tilt

1. Pull up the lever at the inside of the seat

2. Apply weight to or remove weight from the backrest as required

3. Release the lever so that the backrest locks into place.

Adjusting

Upward: pull the head restraint Downward: press the button, see arrow 1,

and push the head restraint downward. A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces

the risk of injury to the cervical spine in the event of an accident.

HEAD RESTRAINTS ENTRY TO THE REAR

Adjust the head restraint in such a

way that it is centered roughly at ear level. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. To avoid possible violation of traffic laws, never retract the head restraints unless the rear seats are empty. Always ensure that the head restraints are raised before transporting passengers in the rear seat.

Removal

1. Pull up the head restraint as far as it will

2. Press the button, see arrow 1, while pull-

ing the head restraint all the way out.

Installation

1. Insert the head restraint into the guides

2. Adjust the head restraint.

Easy entry

The Easy entry function includes a memory for the longitudinal seat and the backrest positions.

1. Push down the lever at the outside of the seat, see arrow 1. The backrest folds forward automatically

2. Push the seat forward, see arrow 2.

Original position

Slide the seat back to its home posi-

tion before folding back the backrest, otherwise the seat is latched in at its current position. In this case, adjust the longitudinal position manually, refer to page

43.<

1. Push the seat back into its home posi-

tion

2. Fold the backrest back to the home posi-

tion to lock the seat.

When sliding the seat to the rear-

most position, ensure that no one is injured and that no objects are damaged. Engage and lock both seats and backrests into position prior to driving; otherwise unexpected movement could increase the risk of an accident.

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SAFETY BELTS

Safety belt reminder for the front seats

The indicator lamp flashes or lights up. A signal also sounds. Check if the safety belts have been properly

fastened. The safety belt reminder is operational

above a speed of approx. 5 mph / 8 km/h. The reminder can also occur if objects are on the front passenger seat.

To release

Comply with the instructions on page

42, or the occupants' personal

safety will be diminished. Make sure every occupant fastens his or

her safety belt. Airbags are an additional safety device and work in conjunction with the safety belts, but do not replace them.

To close

Make sure you hear the lock engage in the belt buckle.

1. Press the red button in the belt buckle

2. Hold the belt

3. Guide the belt back into its reel.

Safety belt height adjustment in the MINI

Press the button and at the same time push the entire unit upwards or downwards.

Also observe the instructions on adjusting the seats on page

42.

Safety belt height in the MINI Convertible

The seat belt height is adapted to your body size if you are sitting correctly.

SAFETY BELTS SEAT HEATING* STEERING WHEEL

Damaged safety belts

If the safety belts are stressed or

damaged due to an accident: have the belt system, including the seat-belt tensioners, replaced and the belt anchorages inspected. Have the necessary work carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer, otherwise correct operation of these safety systems is not ensured.<

Press once for each temperature level. The highest preselected temperature is set

when two LEDs are lit.

To switch off: Press the button for a longer period.

Do not adjust the steering wheel

while the vehicle is moving; otherwise unexpected movement could increase the accident risk.

Settings

1. Push the locking lever downward

2. Adjust the desired steering wheel posi-

tion

3. Pull the lever back in.

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MIRRORS

Press the edge of the lens.

To fold the mirrors in or out*

Press button 3. The mirrors can be folded in or out up to a

road speed of approx. 20 mph / 30 km/h. This can be useful on narrow roads, for example, or to reset the mirrors to their correct positions after they have been folded in.

Exterior mirrors

The front passenger's mirror is more

concave than the driver's mirror. The objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not gauge your distance from following traffic based on what you see in the mirrors; otherwise there is an increased risk of an accident.

Adjusting

1 Button for 4-way adjustment 2 Switch for choosing between the left and

right mirror

3 To fold the mirrors in or out

To adjust manually

The mirrors can also be adjusted manually:

Automatic heating*

Both mirrors are heated automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.

Interior rearview mirror

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

Turn the knob.

Illuminated vanity mirror

1. Fold down the sun visor

2. Fold up the cover panel.

Sun visors

Can be swung sideways. An additional sun visor is provided on the

driver's side to better protect the driver from being blinded.

VEHICLE MEMORY

How the system functions

No doubt you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could configure your vehicle's various adjustment settings to meet your own personal requirements. In developing this vehicle, the manufacturer of the MINI has incorporated a number of options which can be programmed specifically for your vehicle.

What the system can do

Your MINI Dealer can provide you with details on the capabilities of the Vehicle Memory system.

Examples for Vehicle Memory: >Automatic locking if none of the vehicle

doors are opened, refer to page 26

>Automatic locking after starting to drive,

refer to page

>Selective central locking system, refer to

pages

>Convenience operation, refer to

pages

>Pathway lighting, refer to page 60 >Daytime running lamps, refer to page 61 >Speed-dependent windshield wipers,

refer to page

>Setting units for outside temperature

and fuel consumption display, refer to page

26, 27

>Setting units for display of temperatures

specified for automatic climate control system, refer to page

>Volume control PDC, refer to page 78 >Acoustic alarm for starting PDC activa-

tion, refer to page

This symbol alerts you to Vehicle Memory functions in the Owner's

Manual.

ate slightly differently from the descriptions used in this Owner's Manual. If you decide to sell your vehicle one day, please remember to have the memory functions reset to their default configuration.

After memory functions have been reconfigured, your vehicle may oper-

78.

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TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

The proper place for children

Do not leave children unattended in

the vehicle; otherwise they could endanger themselves and others by opening the doors, for example.

Children should always sit in the rear

Accident research shows that the safest place for children is on the rear seats.

Only transport children under the age

of 13 or smaller than 5 ft/150 cm in the rear in a child-restraint system suitable for their age, weight and size. Otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.

Children 13 years of age or older must wear a fastened safety belt as soon as a childrestraint system is no longer suitable due to their age, size or weight.

ger seat, the front and side airbags for the front passenger must be deactivated. Otherwise, there is a significant risk of injury to the child if the airbags deploy, even if the child is seated in a child-restraint system. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise

you.

For additional information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page

76.

Installing child-restraint systems

Always follow the manufacturer's

instructions when selecting, installing and using child-restraint systems; otherwise the system's protective effect could be diminished.

All of the seats in your MINI except for the driver's seat meet the recommendations of the SAE J1819 standard for securely mounting child-restraint systems in motor vehicles.

Exception for the front passenger seat

Should it be necessary to use a childrestraint system on the front passen-

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Child seat security

All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front passenger can be prevented from being pulled out in order to secure childrestraint systems.

To lock the safety belt

1. Secure the child-restraint system with the belt

2. Pull the belt strap all the way out

3. Allow the belt strap to retract and pull it taut against the child-restraint system. The safety belt is locked.

To unlock the safety belt

1. Open the seat belt buckle

2. Remove the child-restraint system

3. Allow the belt strap to retract all the way.

Child-restraint systems with tether strap

As an example, the illustration shows the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER S.

There are two additional anchors for childrestraint systems with tether straps.

Guiding the tether strap

1. Slide the head restraint up

2. Guide the tether strap through the mounting for the head restraint

3. Push the head restraint into its lowermost position.

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LATCH child-restraint fixing system

LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren.

The anchor points for the LATCH childrestraint fixing system are behind the marked cover caps. Flip up the corresponding cover caps.

To mount a LATCH child-restraint system, follow the system manufac-

turer's operating and safety instructions.

IGNITION LOCK STARTING THE ENGINE

0 Steering locked 1 Steering unlocked 2 Ignition switched on 3 Starting the engine

Steering locked

The key can be inserted or removed in this position only.

To lock the steering:

1. Remove the key

2. Turn the steering wheel slightly to the left or right until the lock engages.

An alarm goes off if the key remains in the ignition after opening the driver's door.

To turn the key back to the 0 position or to remove it, first move the selector lever to position P.

Steering unlocked

Individual electrical accessories are ready for operation.

You will find that it is often easier to turn the ignition key from position 0 to position 1 when you move the steering wheel slightly to help disengage the lock.

Ignition switched on

All electrical accessories are ready for operation.

Starting the engine

Vehicles with manual transmission:

step on the clutch when starting the vehicle. A lockout prevents the engine from starting if the clutch is not depressed.

Do not allow the engine to run in

enclosed spaces. Breathing the noxious exhaust gases can lead to unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running. This is a safety hazard. Before getting out of the vehicle with the engine running, put the transmission in idle or position P, and apply the parking brake. If you fail to do this, the vehicle could move.

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

Do not stop the starting procedure

too early, and do not continue it for more than approx. 20 seconds. Release the ignition key immediately when the engine starts. Extended starting attempts, characterized by excessively frequent or long periods with the starter engaged, can lead to damage in the catalytic converter.

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Interlock for automatic transmission with Steptronic:

STARTING THE ENGINE SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE PARKING BRAKE

Manual transmission

1. Engage the parking brake

2. Gearshift lever in idle position

3. Depress the clutch

4. Start the engine.

Automatic transmission with Steptronic

1. Press the footbrake

2. Put the selector lever in position P or N

3. Start the engine.

Special starting conditions

In the following situations, depress the accelerator pedal halfway and continue starting the engine for up to approx. 10 seconds:

>If the engine does not start on the first

attempt, for instance if the engine is very hot or cold.

>The engine is started at very low temper-

atures, below approx. +57/–156, at high altitudes above 3,300 ft/1000 m.

You should never remove the ignition

key when the vehicle is in motion, as the steering lock could engage. When you leave the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and engage the steering lock. When parking on inclines, engage the parking brake, or the vehicle could roll.

Manual transmission

Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.

Automatic transmission with Steptronic

Engage selector lever position P, turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.

The parking brake is designed primarily to prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is parked. It operates against the rear wheels.

To engage

Lever automatically locks in position. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up from ignition key position 2, refer to page

17.

To release

1. Pull up slightly

2. Press the button

3. Push the lever downwards.

If, in exceptional circumstances, it

should be necessary to engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull the lever with excessive

PARKING BRAKE MANUAL TRANSMISSION

force. Keep your thumb pressed against the release button while pulling the lever up carefully. Otherwise, excessive force could lead to overbraking and loss of traction, i.e. fishtailing, at the rear axle.

To avoid corrosion and one-sided

braking, apply the parking brake lightly from time to time when coasting to a standstill, for instance at a traffic light, provided that it is safe to do so. The brake lamps do not come on when the parking brake is engaged.

6-speed transmission*

When shifting into 5th or 6th gear,

press the gearshift lever to the right. Otherwise, the engine could be damaged by accidentally engaging 3rd or 4th gear.

Reverse gear

Before selecting reverse gear, ensure the vehicle is stationary; then, fully depress the clutch and pause briefly before moving the gearshift lever into position.

5-speed transmission: Press the gearshift lever to the right and to

the back. 6-speed transmission: Press the gearshift lever towards the left.

Thereby overcome the slight resistance and press forward.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC

In addition to the fully automatic mode, you can shift gears manually using Steptronic, refer to page

57.

Selector lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

Range selection

>The selector lever can be moved out of

position P when the ignition is switched on or the engine is running: interlock.

>While the vehicle is stationary and

before shifting out of P or N, depress the footbrake in order to disengage the selector lever's lock mechanism: shiftlock.

Keep your foot on the brake until starting off, otherwise the vehicle will start to move when a drive position is engaged.

A lock prevents the selector lever from accidentally being moved to the R or P positions. To override the lock, press the button on the front of the selector lever knob, see arrow.

If the engine speed is too high when

the vehicle is at a standstill, the selector lever is also blocked to protect the transmission. If the selector lever is not placed in position P when the vehicle is parked, the position display of the selector lever stays on. This can lead to battery discharge.

PPark

Select only when the vehicle is completely stopped. The transmission locks to prevent the drive wheels from turning.

RReverse

Select only when the vehicle is completely stopped.

N Neutral: idle

Select this when you are in a car wash, for example. The vehicle can roll.

D Drive: automatic driving position

This position is designed for driving under all normal operating conditions.

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

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Kickdown

Kickdown can be used to achieve maximum vehicle performance. Press the accelerator pedal past the increased resistance point at the full-throttle position.

Available displays

P R N D SD M1 to M6 EP

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M/S + – Manual mode and Sport program

Switch from D to M/S + –: Sport program is activated and SD appears in the gear indicator in the speedometer.

Press selector lever once: This switches from the Sport program to

the manual mode.

In order to accelerate rapidly in the

M/S + – Manual mode and in the Sport program, e.g. when passing, shift downwards manually or by kickdown.

Whenever you want to return to automatic shifting, just move the selector lever toward the left to position D.

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Switching from M/S + – Manual mode into the selector lever positions P, R and N is only possible via D.

Shifting with the selector lever

>Briefly press the selector lever in the +

direction: Transmission shifts up

>Briefly press the selector lever in the –

direction: Transmission shifts down.

M1 to M6 appear in the gear indicator.

Shifting on the steering wheel*

The shift paddles allow the gears to be changed rapidly and, above all, safely, since both hands can remain on the steering wheel.

To shift up or down with one of the two shift paddles:

>Pull the shift paddle:

Transmission shifts up

>Press the shift paddle:

Transmission shifts down.

In the MINI COOPER S, with the selec-

tor lever in position D, automatic mode, you can shift gears using the shift paddles on the steering wheel. The transmission automatically switches to manual mode. If you do not shift gears with the shift paddles or accelerate for a certain amount of time, the transmission automatically returns to automatic mode.

Malfunction

EP appears on the display. The transmission system is malfunctioning. Avoid high loads. All selector lever positions can still be engaged; in the forward driving positions, however, the vehicle can only be driven with a limited gear selection. Have the system checked immediately.

Jump-starting and towing, refer to page

142 ff.

M1 to M6 appear in the gear indicator. The transmission will execute only gear

changes that result in a plausible combination of vehicle speed and engine rpm, e.g. it will not shift down if that would result in excessive engine speed.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC

Overriding the selector lever lock

Should the selector lever remain stuck in position P even when you press the button on the selector lever, the selector lever lock can be overridden:

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1. Pull the ring with the sleeve upward, see arrows 1

2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever so that the sleeve is inside out

3. Press release lever 2 forward in the direction of travel while engaging the desired position, such as N.

PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS

1Parking lamps 2Low beams 3 Automatic headlamp control

Parking lamps

Turn the light switch to position 1. The front, rear and side vehicle

lighting is switched on. For the additional option of activating the lights on one side of the vehicle for parking, refer to Switching on the standing lamps,

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page

The parking lamps discharge the bat-

tery. Avoid using them for longer periods of time; otherwise, you may not be able to start the engine.

Low beams

Turn the light switch to position 2. With the low beams on and with the ignition switched off, only the

parking lamps will remain on.

Automatic headlamp control*

In switch position 3, the system automatically activates and can-

cels the low beams in response to changes in ambient light, for example in tunnels, at dusk, and when there is precipitation.

When driving into a tunnel with bright overhead lights, there may be a delay before the low beams come on. The low beams may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a blue sky.

When you switch on the fog lamps,

the low-beam headlamps remain on regardless of the ambient light. When the daytime running lamps are activated, refer to page remain lit when the switch is in position 1 and the ignition is switched on.

judgement in determining when the vehi-

61, the low beams come on and

Automatic headlamp control cannot

serve as a substitute for the driver's

cle lights should be switched on. For example, the sensors are not able to detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks, you should respond to these kinds of low-visibility situations by switching the headlamps on manually.

You can have the sensitivity of your vehicle's automatic headlamp con-

trol adjusted.

Pathway lighting

If you activate the headlamp flasher after having switched off the engine and the lights, the low beams will stay lit for a preset period of time.

You can have this function programmed.

Switching on the standing lamps

For parking, you can activate lights on one side of the vehicle. Observe local laws.

In ignition key position 0: Move the lever to the adequate turn signal

indicator position.

The standing lamps discharge the battery. Avoid using them for longer

PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR/HEADLAMP FLASHER

periods of time; otherwise, you may not be able to start the engine.<

'Lights on' warning

If the lights have not been switched off and the ignition key is in position 0, an acoustic signal sounds for a few seconds when you open the driver's door to remind you that the lights have not been switched off.

Daytime running lamps*

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If convenient, the light switch can be left in position 2. When the ignition is switched off, the external lights go out.

You can have this function activated/ deactivated.

1 Turn signal indicators 2 High beams/Headlamp flasher

To signal briefly

Gently push the lever up to the point of resistance and hold it there, if necessary.

The indicator lamp flashes and the relay clicks faster than normal: flash-

ing bulb has failed.

INSTRUMENT LIGHTING FOG LAMPS INTERIOR LAMPS

To control the instrument lighting, press the button.

Brighter display

Press the button until the desired brightness is achieved.

Dimmer display

Press the button briefly. With each brief pressing of the button, the illumination is dimmed step by step.

With the parking lamps/low beams switched on: Briefly press the switch upward or downward.

Tap it again to switch off.

Fog lamps*

The parking lamps or low beams must be on. The green LED in the switch lights up.

The fog lamps are on.

Rear fog lamp*

The low beams must be on. The yellow LED in the switch lights up.

The rear fog lamp is on. Observe all legal regulations concerning the use of fog lamps.

Switching the interior light in the MINI on and off manually

Press button 1 briefly.

Permanently turn off interior light: Press button 1 until the interior light comes

on for a short while. Press button 1 to revert to normal opera-

tion.

INTERIOR LAMPS WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM

windshield wipers are automatically controlled depending on the amount of moisture, including snow, on the windshield.

To activate the rain sensor: Lever in position 1.

The wipers will move once across the windshield.

To deactivate the rain sensor: Lever in position 0.

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Switching the interior light in the MINI Convertible on and off manually

Press button 1 briefly.

Permanently turn off interior light: Press button 1 until the interior light comes

on for a short while. Press button 1 to revert to normal opera-

tion.

Switching the reading lamps on and off

Press button 2.

0 Wipers parked 1 Intermittent operation or rain sensor 2 Normal wiper speed 3 Fast wiper speed 4Brief wipe 5 Clean windshield and headlamps

Intermittent operation

Not on vehicles with rain sensor. The interval time for the wipers is depen-

dent on the vehicle speed.

Rain sensor*

The rain sensor is located on the windshield, directly in front of the interior rearview mirror. When the rain sensor is activated, the

Switch the rain sensor off when pass-

ing through an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.

Normal wiper speed

When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers switch automatically to intermittent wiping.

You can have this function activated/

deactivated.

Fast wiper speed

When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers switch automatically to normal wiper speed.

WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM WASHER FLUID

You can have this function activated/ deactivated.<

Cleaning windshield and headlamps∗

The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield. The wipers are automatically activated for a brief period.

When the vehicle lighting is on, the headlamps are also cleaned at appropriate intervals.

Do not use the washers if there is any

danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield. For this reason, use antifreeze, refer to page Do not use the washers if the fluid reservoir is empty, as the washer pump will otherwise be damaged.

65.

Heated windshield washer jets*

The windshield washer jets are heated automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.

Rear window wiper*

6 Intermittent mode:

Turn the cap to position 6. The rear window wiper moves across the window a number of times before switching to intermittent operation

Cleaning the rear window*

7 During intermittent mode:

Turn the cap to position 7 and keep it there

8 Wipers in neutral position:

Turn the cap to position 8 and keep it there.

Headlamp* and window washer systems

The capacity of the headlamp washer system is approx. 2.6 quarts/2.5 liters, that of the windshield and rear window washer system approx. 2.4 quarts/2.3 liters.

Fill with water and, if necessary, with antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recommendations.

We recommend that you mix the washer fluid before filling either res-

ervoir.

well away from sparks and open flames, and store it in tightly closed original containers well out of the reach of children.

Antifreeze agent for the washer systems is flammable. Always keep it

WASHER FLUID CRUISE CONTROL

Always observe the instructions on the containers.

Washer fluid level

The yellow LED in the wiper control lever lights up when the washer fluid level is too low.

In the following situations, the LED flashes for approx. 10 seconds when the washer fluid level has dropped to a minimum:

On the multifunction sports steering wheel

Above approx. 20 mph / 30 km/h the cruise control maintains and stores any desired speed.

Do not use cruise control when unfa-

vorable conditions make it inadvisable to drive at a constant speed. Otherwise, the vehicle could go out of control and an accident could be caused. Unfavorable conditions include, for example, twisting roads, high traffic density, or adverse road conditions such as snow, rain, ice, or loose surfaces.

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>When cleaning the windshield and head-

lamps by pulling the wiper control lever

>When the ignition is switched on >When starting the engine

CRUISE CONTROL

To activate via the multifunction sports steering wheel

1. Start the engine

2. Press button 2. The indicator lamp in the instrument clus-

ter lights up. Cruise control is active.

To deactivate

Press button 2 repeatedly until the indicator lamp goes out.

The cruise control is deactivated when the ignition key is turned to position 0.

The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed. Every time you tap the button, the speed increases by approx. 1mph/ 2km/h.

Press and hold button 3. The vehicle accelerates without pressure

on the accelerator pedal. When you release the button, the system maintains and stores the current speed.

If, on a downhill grade, the engine

braking effect is not sufficient, the controlled speed can be exceeded. Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insufficient.

To maintain, store and decrease speed

Press button 4. If you are already driving with active cruise

control, the speed is decreased by approx. 1 mph / 2 km/h every time you tap the button.

Press and hold button 4.

To cancel the cruise control

The cruise control is automatically canceled:

>When the brakes are applied >When the clutch is depressed >If the cruising speed is either exceeded or

not met for an extended length of time, for example if you press the accelerator pedal and exceed the stored speed

>When ASC or DSC is in action. The indicator lamp stays lit.

You can use the cruise control again as required.

On the multifunction steering wheel, the cruise control can be interrupted manually:

When the system is activated, press button 2.

To continue cruise control

Press button 1. The vehicle accelerates to and maintains

the last speed stored.

The stored speed is cleared.

To maintain, store and increase speed

Press button 3.

With the cruise control active, the system automatically reduces the throttle opening to slow the vehicle. When you release the button, the system maintains and stores the current speed.

ODOMETER CLOCK FUEL GAUGE

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1 Trip odometer/clock 2Odometer

Trip odometer/clock

To switch between the trip odometer and the clock:

Press the button. To reset the trip odometer to zero: Press the button until the trip odometer

shows zero. To set the clock, refer to the information

below.

Odometer

When the ignition key is not in the ignition lock, you can activate the displays shown in the illustration by pressing the button in the display elements.

Setting

The clock must be shown on the display.

1. If necessary, press button 1 to display the clock

2. Press button 1 for approx. 5 seconds to activate the clock-setting mode

3. Press button 1 to select 12-hour or 24-hour mode

4. Wait approx. 5 seconds until the hours display is shown

5. Press button 1 to set the hour

6. Wait approx. 5 seconds until the minutes display is shown

7. Press button 1 to set the minute.

The time entered is stored automatically after approx. 1 minute.

In the speedometer or Cockpit Chrono Pack*

If the LED begins to be lit continuously, there are approx. 2.1 gallons/8 liters of fuel left in the tank. Fuel tank capacity: Approx. 13.2 gallons/50 liters.

When you switch on the ignition, the LED lights up briefly to confirm that the system is operational.

If the angle of the vehicle varies, for example when you are driving in mountainous areas, the needle may fluctuate slightly.

Refill the gas tank early. If you drive

to the last drop of fuel, engine functions are not guaranteed and damage can occur.

FUEL GAUGE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Drive with moderation and at low engine speeds. If necessary, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down.

In the navigation system*

Please also comply with the instructions in the previous section.

If the LED changes from orange to red, there are approx. 2.1 gallons/8 liters of fuel left in the tank.

Coolant temperature gauge

Depending on the equipment version, a coolant temperature gauge is located in the speedometer or the Cockpit Chrono Pack.

Low temperature: The engine is still cold. Drive at moderate

engine and vehicle speeds.

Checking coolant level, refer to page

118.

Temperature warning

LED 1 comes on while the vehicle is in motion: engine is too hot. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down.

When you switch on the ignition, the LED 1 lights up briefly to confirm that the system is operational.

Equipment with navigation system* or Cockpit Chrono Pack*

Coolant temperature warning lamp 2 comes on while the vehicle

is in motion: engine is too hot. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down.

Center position: Normal operating temperature of the

engine.

High temperature: As soon as there is a deviation from the

center position upwards or to the left:

TACHOMETER SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY

Do not operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge.

To protect the engine, the power is reduced when you approach a certain engine speed in this sector.

Remaining distance for service

With the ignition key in position 1 or higher, the distance remaining before the next scheduled service is displayed in miles for a short period. The display also indicates whether an engine oil service and/or an inspection is due.

The remaining distance is calculated on the basis of the preceding driving style. The display counts backwards in steps of 35 miles/ 50 km to the next service. A flashing message and a minus sign in front of the display that again begins counting forwards mean that the service interval has been exceeded. Please schedule an appointment with your MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of your MINI manufacturer.

For more information on the service interval display, refer to page

121.

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ONBOARD COMPUTER

Black ice can occur at temperatures above +36/377 as well. You

should therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads, for example; otherwise there is an increased risk of an accident.

With navigation system: The temperature is displayed in the status

line of the navigation system, refer to the Owner's Manual for Navigation System.

Mode selection

You can use the button in the turn signal indicator lever to retrieve information from the onboard computer for display in the tachometer. By pressing the button briefly, you can call up a new function for display.

The order of the displays: Outside temperature, range, average con-

sumption and current consumption, average speed and current speed.

If the vehicle is equipped with a navi-

gation system, you will find more information on the onboard computer in the Owner's Manual for Navigation Sys-

tem.

Outside temperature

If the vehicle is not equipped with an onboard computer, only the outside temperature is displayed.

Press the button in the turn indicator lever to switch the display from outside temperature to current speed and vice versa.

You can have the unit of measure set to7 or6.

Outside temperature warning

If the temperature falls to approx. +36/ 377, the onboard computer automatically switches to the outside temperature display. In addition, a signal sounds and the display flashes.

Current vehicle speed

If the vehicle is not equipped with an onboard computer, only the current speed is displayed.

Press the button in the turn indicator lever to switch the display from outside temperature to current speed and vice versa.

Range

The display shows a range estimate based on the available fuel. The amount of fuel remaining in the tank is measured, and the range is estimated from your driving style over the last 20 miles/30 km.

If the range displayed is less than

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

ONBOARD COMPUTER

Average speed, average fuel consumption

To reset average consumption, average speed:

Press the button in the turn signal indicator lever for a long time.

The average consumption is determined for the time during which the engine is running.

If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, the displays are

shown in the area of the navigation sys-

tem.

You can have a different unit of measure set.

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Current fuel consumption

Shows the current fuel consumption. You can check how economically and environmentally friendly you are currently driving.

You can have a different unit of measure set.

DRIVING STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS

Your MINI or MINI Convertible is equipped with a series of systems that help maintain driving stability even in adverse driving situations.

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

ABS keeps the wheels from locking during braking. Steering stability is maintained even during full brake applications. In this way, active safety is enhanced.

ABS is operational each time the engine is started. Braking safely, refer to page

99.

Cornering Brake Control CBC

Driving stability and steering characteristics are further enhanced while braking in turns or during a lane change.

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)

The system controls brake-force application at the rear wheels in order to obtain increased stability in the vehicle's braking response.

tions, such as fishtailing or nose-diving. In these cases, and subject to physical limits, ASC helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying brakes at individual wheels. This system optimizes driving stability and traction, especially when just starting off, when accelerating or when cornering.

The ASC is operational each time you start the engine. It integrates the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).

The laws of physics cannot be

repealed, even with ASC. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Avoid using the additional safety margin provided by the system as an excuse for taking unnecessary risks. Do not make any modifications to the ASC system. Allow only authorized technicians to perform service procedures on the ASC.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)*

DSC prevents slip at the drive wheels while starting off and accelerating the vehicle. DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle conditions, such as fishtailing or nose-diving. In these cases, and subject to physical limits, DSC helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying brakes at individual wheels.

The DSC is operational every time you start the engine. It integrates All Season traction Control (ASC).

The laws of physics cannot be

repealed, even with DSC. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Avoid using the additional safety margin provided by the system as an excuse for taking unnecessary risks. Do not make any modifications to the DSC system. Allow only authorized technicians to perform service procedures on the DSC.

All Season traction Control (ASC)*

ASC prevents slip at the drive wheels while starting off and accelerating the vehicle. ASC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi-

DRIVING STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMS

Switching the ASC or DSC on again

Switching off the ASC or DSC

Briefly press the switch. The indicator lamp stays lit.

When driving with snow chains or to 'rock free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off the ASC/DSC for a brief period.

To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the ASC or DSC switched

on whenever possible.

Briefly press the switch once again. The indicator lamp goes out.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp will go out shortly after the ignition has been switched on, refer to pages

The indicator lamp flashes: ASC or DSC is regulating drive torque and braking forces.

The indicator lamp lights up continuously: the system is malfunctioning or has been switched off at the button. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

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FLAT TIRE MONITOR

The concept

As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the tire inflation pressure in all four tires. The system alerts you when there is a substantial pressure loss in one of the tires relative to another.

In the event of tire pressure loss, the rolling radius of the tire changes, thereby affecting the rotational speed of the wheels. This change is detected, and a flat tire warning is issued to the driver.

System requirements

To ensure the reliability of flat tire warnings, the system must be initialized with the correct tire inflation pressures.

Each time you correct the pressure in a tire, or change a wheel or tire, the

system must be reinitialized.

System limitations

The Flat Tire Monitor cannot alert you

to severe and sudden tire damage caused by external factors, nor does it detect the gradual and minor loss of pressure in all four tires.

The system could issue a false warning or function in a delayed manner in the following situations:

>System was not initialized >You are driving on a snow-covered or

slippery road surface

>Sporty driving style: slip at the drive

wheels, high lateral acceleration

>You are driving with snow chains. When driving with a space-saver spare tire,

the Flat Tire Monitor cannot function.

Initializing the system

Initialization is completed while you

are driving, but you can stop the car at any time. Initialization is automatically continued when you continue driving. Do not initialize the system if you are driving with snow chains or a space-saver spare

tire.

1. Before a journey, start the engine, but do

not start driving.

2. Press the button until the indicator lamp

in the display elements lights up in yellow for several seconds.

3. Drive off.

Initialization is completed during the drive, without any feedback issued.

FLAT TIRE MONITOR

Flat tire warning

The warning lamp lights up in yellow. An acoustic signal also sounds. There is a flat tire or a significant

loss of pressure in a tire.

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with caution. Avoid hard brake applications and steering maneuvers.

2. Determine which tire is damaged.

If this cannot be determined, contact your MINI Dealer.

3. Repair the flat tire, refer to page 133.

Vehicles with Run-Flat Tires:

1. Reduce vehicle speed carefully to under 50 mph / 80 km/h. Avoid hard brake applications and steering maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h.

Do not continue driving if the vehi-

cle is not equipped with Run-Flat Tires, refer to page 111. If you continue to drive with a flat tire, a serious accident could result.

2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four tires at the earliest opportunity.

If the tire inflation pressure is correct in all four tires, it is possible

that the Flat Tire Monitor was not initialized. In this case, initialize the system.

3. If there is a total loss of tire inflation pressure, 0 psi/0 kPa, or obvious tire damage, you can gauge the mileage for continued driving on the basis of the following indications:

>With a light load:

1 to 2 persons without luggage: approx. 155 miles/250 km

>With a medium load:

2 persons, luggage compartment full, or 4 persons without luggage: approx. 90 miles/150 km

>With a full load:

4 or more persons, luggage compartment full: approx. 30 miles/50 km.

Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a

speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. In case of tire pressure loss you must expect changes in vehicle handling such as lower track stability during braking, longer braking distances and changes in self-steering properties when close to the handling limit. For safety reasons, the manufacturer of your MINI recommends not having damaged Run-Flat Tires repaired, but to consult a MINI Dealer in such cases.

Malfunction

The warning lamp lights up in yellow. There is a malfunction in the

Flat Tire Monitor or the system has failed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

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AIRBAGS

The following airbags are located under the marked covers:

MINI

1 Side airbags in the backrests 2 Head airbags 3 Front airbags

MINI Convertible

1 Side/head airbags in the backrests 3 Front airbags

Protective effect

Comply with the instructions on

42, or the occupants' personal

page

safety will be diminished.

The front airbags supplement the safety belts by providing additional protection for the driver and front passenger in the event of a frontal collision in which the protection afforded by the belts alone may no longer be sufficient. When needed, the head and side airbags help to furnish protection in the event of side impact. Each of the side airbags is designed to help support the seat occupant's upper body. The corresponding side/head airbag in the MINI Convertible or the head airbag in the MINI supports the head.

The airbags are designed to not be triggered in certain types of collisions, e.g. not in minor accidents or rear impacts.

For information on the ideal seating position, refer to page

Do not apply adhesive materials to

the cover panels of the airbags, cover them or modify them in any other way. Do not fit covers, cushions or other items to the front seats that have not been specially approved for seats with integrated side airbags. Do not hang clothing, e.g. jackets, over the backrests. Do not attempt to remove the airbag restraint system from the vehicle. Do not touch the individual components directly

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after the system has been triggered; otherwise there is a danger of burns. In the event of malfunctions, deactivation or deployment of the airbag restraint system, have the system checked, repaired or disassembled only by a MINI Dealer or a workshop with specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer and having the necessary permits for handling explosive devices. Unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag activation, either of which could result in personal injury.

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

Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags

An analysis of the impression in the front passenger seat cushion determines whether and how the seat is occupied. The system correspondingly activates or deactivates the front and side airbags for the front passenger.

The indicator lamp above the interior rearview mirror shows the current

status of the front passenger airbags, deac-

AIRBAGS

tivated or activated, refer to Functional status of the front passenger airbags below. <

Before transporting a child on the

front passenger seat, read the safety notes and instructions under Transporting children safely, refer to page Adolescents and adults sitting in certain positions could also deactivate the front and side airbags for the front passenger; the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags comes on. In such cases, the occupant should change his or her sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the airbags are not activated although the seat occupant has changed his or her position, have the occupant sit on a rear seat. Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by the manufacturer of your MINI. Do not place any objects under the seat which could press against the seat from below. Otherwise, a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not ensured.

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Functional status of the front passenger airbags

As an example, the illustration shows the indicator lamp for front passenger airbags in the MINI Convertible.

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

>The indicator lamp comes on as intended

when a child in a specially designated child-restraint system is detected on the front passenger's seat.

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

>The indicator lamp does not come on

when the system detects a person of sufficient size sitting correctly on the seat, for example. The front and side airbags for the front passenger are activated.

>The indicator lamp does not come on

when the seat is empty. However, the front and side airbags for the front passenger are not activated.

Operational readiness of the airbag system

Starting from ignition key position 1, the warning lamp in the

display elements lights up briefly for confirmation that the entire airbag system and the seat belt tensioners are operational.

Airbag system malfunctioning

>The warning lamp does not come on

along with ignition key position 1

>The warning lamp stays lit continuously.

In the event of a malfunction, have

the airbag system checked immediately. Otherwise, there is a risk that the system will not function as intended in an accident of sufficient severity.

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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)

The concept

The PDC assists you when you back into a parking space. A signal tone tells you the current distance to an object behind your vehicle. To do this, four ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumper measure the distance to the nearest object. The sensors on each side have a range of approx. 2 ft/60 cm, the middle sensors one of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.

PDC is a parking aid that can identify

objects if they are approached slowly, as is generally the case when parking. Avoid driving towards objects rapidly; due to underlying physical principles, the system may otherwise alert you too late for you to take evasive steps.

Automatic function

With the ignition key in position 2, the system starts to operate automatically about one second after you select reverse gear or place the selector lever in position R.

Wait for this one second before you

drive backwards.

The system is deactivated when you shift away from Reverse.

You can have a signal tone set as a confirmation that PDC has been acti-

vated.

Acoustical signals

The distance to an object is indicated by a tone sounding at intervals. As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. A continuous tone indicates the presence of an object less than 12 in/30 cm away.

The warning signal is canceled after approx. three seconds if the distance to the object remains constant during this time, for instance if you are moving parallel to a wall.

Malfunction

A continuous high-pitched tone will sound during initial activation. The system is malfunctioning. Have the system checked.

Volume control

The volume of the Park Distance Control signal can be adjusted from level 1, soft, to level 6, loud.

You can have this function set.

System limitations

Even with PDC, final responsibility for

estimating the distance between the vehicle and any objects always remains with the driver. Even when sensors are involved, there is a blind spot in which objects cannot be detected. Recognition of some objects can be beyond the limits of physical ultrasonic measurement, for example with towing bars or hitches or with thin or wedgeshaped objects. It is also possible that low objects already detected, such as a curb edge, can disappear in the blind spot of the sensors before a continuous tone is sounded, or that protruding objects higher above the ground, such as ledges, are not detected. Loud sources of sound outside and inside your vehicle can drown the PDC signal tone.

Keep the sensors clean and free of ice

or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively. Do not apply high pressure spray to the sensors for a prolonged period of time. Always maintain a distance which is greater than 4 in/10 cm.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

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1 Air onto the windshield and onto the

side windows 2 Air for the upper body area 3 Air for the front and rear footwells

4Temperature 5 Windshield heating*80 6 Air volume/Blower 80 7 Cooling function 80

8Air distribution 80 9 Recirculated air mode 80

10 Rear window defroster 80

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Air volume/Blower

You can select blower speeds from 1 to 4. Position 0: blower is switched off.

The heating, ventilation and air conditioning operate in position 1 or higher.

Temperature

Turn to the right, red, to increase

the temperature.

Turn to the left, blue, to decrease

the temperature.

Air distribution

Air distribution towards upper

body region , upper body

region and footwell , footwell

, footwell and windows ,

and windows . Intermediate positions are possible, refer to

illustration and overview on page

79.

Rear window defroster

The LED is lit when the rear window defroster is on. The heater switches off auto-

matically after a short time.

Windshield heating*

The LED is lit when the windshield heating is on. The windshield heating switches

off automatically after a short time.

Cooling function

The LED is lit when the cooling function is on.

The air is cooled and dehumidified and, depending on the temperature setting, rewarmed. Depending on the weather, the windshield can fog up temporarily after the engine is started.

When the cooling function is on, con-

densation forms which then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water on the ground are therefore normal.

Recirculated air mode

The LED is lit when the recirculated air mode is on. Supply of

outside air into the vehicle is blocked. The air within the vehicle is recirculated.

If the windows fog up in the recircu-

lated air mode, turn the recirculated air mode off and, if necessary, increase the air supply. The recirculated air mode should not be used constantly over a longer period of time; otherwise the air quality in the vehicle's interior will gradually deterio-

rate.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Microfilter

Draft-free ventilation

Button 1: air outlets can be opened and closed by turning. The points indicate the position in each case.

Nozzle 2: change the direction of the air flow by swiveling.

The integrated microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming or recirculated air.

Your MINI Dealer will replace it during routine maintenance. A substantial reduction in the air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before scheduled maintenance.

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Defrosting and demisting windows

1. Set the rotary blower speed control for the airflow rate to position 4

2. Turn the rotary temperature control completely to the right, red

3. Turn the rotary switch for air distribution to position By activating the cooling function, the windows are demisted more quickly

4. Turn on windshield heating if necessary

5. To defrost the rear window: switch on the rear window defroster.

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

1 Air onto the windshield and onto the

side windows 2 Air for the upper body area 3 Air for the front and rear footwells 4 Rear window defroster and windshield

heating

5 Interior temperature sensor, please keep

clear and unobstructed 6 Recirculated air mode 7 Cooling function 83 8 Automatic air distribution and

volume 83 9 Defrosting and demisting the windshield

and side windows 84

10 Temperature 83 11 Display for air temperature and air

volume

12 Air volume/Blower, switching air con-

ditioner on/off

13 Individual air distribution 84

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

Automatic air distribution and volume

The LED is lit when the AUTO pro-

gram is on. Automatic adjustment of the air distribution and volume, and adaptation of the specified temperatures to external influences, e.g. outside temperature and insolation.

In the automatic program (AUTO), the air conditioning is activated automatically. To create a pleasant air climate, the air temperature coming from the vents in the upper body area is lower than the air temperature in the footwell.

Air volume/Blower Switching automatic climate control off/on

Press the left or right half of the

button to vary the air volume. Automatic adjustment of the air volume is deactivated.

Switching air conditioner on/off. Press the left half of the button while the blower is at the lowest setting. The blower, heating and air conditioning are switched off. All displays go out.

Switch the automatic climate control back on by pressing any button.

Cooling function

The LED is lit when the cooling

function is on. The air is cooled and dehumidified and, depending on the temperature setting, rewarmed.

The cooling function is automatically activated in the AUTO program.

Depending on the weather, the windshield can fog up temporarily after the engine is started.

When the air conditioning is on, con-

densation is formed which then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water on the ground are therefore normal.

Recirculated air mode

The LED is lit when the recirculated

air mode is on. Supply of outside air into the vehicle is blocked. The air within the vehicle is recirculated.

In the automatic program (AUTO) in hot weather conditions, the recirculated air mode is activated temporarily to enable faster cooling. The LED for the recirculated air button is not lit.

The recirculated air mode should not

be used constantly over a longer period of time; otherwise the air quality in the vehicle's interior will gradually deteriorate. If the windows fog up in the recirculated air mode, turn the recirculated air mode off and, if necessary, increase the air supply.

Rear window defroster and windshield heating*

The LED comes on when the rear

window/windshield heating is on. The heater switches off automatically after a short time.

Temperature

Tap or turn the wheel in the appropriate direction to change the temperature step by step.

The figures in the display provide a general indication of interior temperature. When you start the vehicle, the system ensures that the selected temperature is achieved as quickly as possible and then maintained.

Permanent heating with maximum power output at temperature selec-

tion HI. Permanent cooling at LO. With the

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setting at HI, the recirculated air mode cannot be switched on.

Defrosting and demisting windows

The LED is lit when the function is

on. Ice and condensation are rapidly removed from the rear window, windshield and side windows.

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

The rear window defroster/windshield heating are switched on automatically. They can be switched off again via the respective button.

Individual air distribution

Combine the air distribution your-

self. Automatic adjustment of the

air distribution is deactivated.

It is not possible to distribute air

simultaneously toward the windows and toward the upper body area.

You can switch the unit from 6 to 7 by pressing the buttons for the

cooling function and air distribution toward the footwell at the same time.

Microfilter/Activated-charcoal filter

The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming or recirculated air. The activated-charcoal filter provides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your MINI Dealer replaces this combined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance. A substantial reduction in the air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before scheduled maintenance.

Draft-free ventilation

Button 1: air outlets can be opened and closed by turning. The points indicate the position in each case.

Nozzle 2: change the direction of the air flow by swiveling.

GLOVE COMPARTMENT

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To open

Pull the handle. The light goes on.

To close

Fold the door up.

To prevent injury in the event of an accident, close the glove compart-

ment immediately after use.

Ventilation

To allow ventilation: Turn the rotary switch to the horizontal

position. To shut off ventilation: Turn the rotary switch to the vertical posi-

tion, see arrow.

Depending on the temperature set-

ting of the air conditioning or the automatic climate control, high temperatures may result in the glove compartment.

Connection for external audio device*

1 Cigarette lighter socket for power supply 2 Socket for sound output

You can connect an external audio device such as a CD or MP3 player and play audio recordings over the vehicle loudspeakers.

To do so, open the glove compartment and connect the device's headphones or lineout terminal to socket 2.

The volume and tone settings are adjusted over the car radio, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio.

Shut off ventilation to the glove com-

partment while an audio device is connected. Otherwise the device may be damaged due to thermal exposure.

CENTER ARMREST

DRINKS HOLDERS, ASHTRAY

Storage compartments

Depending on the equipment version*, the center armrest between the front seats contains a compartment or a base plate for a mobile phone.

To open: Slide the cover backwards.

The cover slides along guide rails and can be opened fully by pushing it

back and lifting it slightly.

To close: Push the cover forwards.

Beverage holders

Beverage holders are at the front or top of the center console. Another is located at the end of the center console in the rear.

Do not place any glass containers in

the beverage holders, as this increases the risk of injury in the event of an accident.

Ashtray

The ashtray is located in one of the beverage holders in the center console.

CIGARETTE LIGHTER, 12 V POWER SUPPLY

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Lighter

Press the cigarette lighter in. Remove as soon as the lighter jumps back out.

Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only. Holding or touching it

in other areas could result in burns.

Cigarette lighter socket, 12 V power supply

Suitable as a power socket for flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., up to a rating of approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Avoid damaging the socket with plugs of different shapes or sizes.

If the vehicle is equipped with a MINI Mobility System, the 12 V socket is also for supplying the compressor.

12 V socket in the luggage compartment* of the MINI Convertible

The socket is located in the luggage compartment on the left-hand side of the rear panel, arrow.

INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL

The concept

The integrated universal remote control takes the place of up to three different control devices for different radio-remote-controlled systems such as gate openers and household alarm systems. The integrated universal remote control detects and learns the signal transmitted by the original control device.

The signal of an original control device can be programmed onto one of the three memory buttons 1. The system in question can then be operated by means of the programmed memory button 1. Signal transmission is indicated by LED 2.

If you decide to sell your vehicle one day, in the interest of your own security, remember to delete the programs before the vehicle leaves your possession, refer to page

While programming is in progress

and before operating any programmed system by remote control using the integrated universal remote control, make sure that the movement area of the system in question is clear of people, animals and inanimate obstructions, in order to avoid possible injury or damage. Also comply with the safety precautions issued for the original control device.

89.

Checking compatibility

If this symbol is shown on the packaging or in the operating instruc-

tions of the original control device, it is safe to assume that the remote-controlled system is compatible with the integrated universal remote control.

If you have any additional question,

please contact your MINI Dealer or call: 1-800-355-3515. You can find more information on the Internet at: www.miniusa.com or www.homelink.com. HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

Programming

1 Memory buttons 2LED

Fixed-code control device

1. Switch on the ignition

2. For first-time start-up: press both outer buttons 1 for approx. 20 seconds until LED 2 flashes. This clears all three memory buttons 1

3. Hold the original control device approx. 2 to 8 in/5 to 20 cm away from memory buttons 1.

The required distance between the

control device and memory buttons 1 may vary, depending on the system of the original control device in question.<

INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL

4. Simultaneously press the command button of the original control device and the desired memory button 1 on the integrated universal remote control. The LED 2 begins to flash slowly. Release both buttons when LED 2 starts flashing rapidly. If LED 2 does not start to flash rapidly after approx. 15 seconds, change the distance between the two devices

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other original control devices.

The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original control device.

You can operate the system with the ignition key in position 2 or 3.

If the system cannot be operated

after repeated attempts at programming, check whether the original control device is equipped with an alternatingcode system. You can either check the operating instructions of the original control device for this information, or you can press and hold down the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control. If LED 2 of the integrated universal remote control flashes rapidly for a brief period and then remains on for approx. two seconds, the original

control device is equipped with an alternating-code system. In this case, the memory buttons 1 are programmed as described for an alternating-code control device.

Alternating-code control device

You will need to refer to the operating instructions of the system in question in order to program the integrated universal remote control. Read through the operating instructions for information on synchronization. Observe the following additional instructions when you program an alternatingcode control device:

You will find programming easier if you have the assistance of a second

person.

1. Park your vehicle within range of the

2. Program the integrated universal

3. Locate the button on the receiver of the

4. Press the button on the receiver of the

radio-remote-controlled device

remote control as described above in the section on fixed-code programming

target device, for example on the upper part of the drive

target device. Once you have completed

step 4, you have approx. 30 seconds to complete step 5

5. Press the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control three times.

The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original control device.

Consult your MINI Dealer if you have any questions.

Deleting memory buttons

Press both outer buttons 1 for approx. 20 seconds until LED 2 flashes: all memory buttons are cleared.

It is not possible to delete individual memory buttons 1.

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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINI

Luggage compartment cover

When the tailgate is opened, the luggage compartment cover is also raised.

Never place any heavy or hard objects

on the luggage compartment cover; otherwise occupants could be injured during braking maneuvers.

Removal

To load bulky luggage, the compartment cover can be removed.

1. Remove the retaining straps on the tailgate

2. Pull the luggage compartment cover out towards the rear.

Foldable rear backrest

1. Pull lever

2. Fold the rear backrest forwards.

When folding the backrest back into

its original position, always ensure that the catch engages securely. A loose backrest might fail to prevent cargo from entering the passenger compartment during sudden braking or evasive maneuvers, posing a potential hazard to occupants.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINI CONVERTIBLE

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Loading aid

When the convertible top is closed, you can load the vehicle more easily by releasing the convertible top and folding it up.

1. Release the convertible top using the handles, see arrows 1

2. Lift the convertible top, see arrow 2

3. Fold back the handles and place them on holders 3.

After folding the loading aid back down, lock the handles in place again

completely to operate the convertible

top.

Expanding the luggage compartment volume

You can enlarge the luggage compartment volume when the convertible top is closed.

1. Fold the convertible top upwards, refer to Loading aid

2. Detach the luggage compartment cover from the brackets, see arrow 1, and engage it on the upper support pins, see arrow 2

3. Place the luggage compartment cover into a horizontal position.

To operate the convertible top, move the luggage compartment cover back

to its lower position.

Through-loading system

To be able to transport larger objects, the rear backrest can be folded down.

1. Unlock the catch for the rear backrest with an ignition key or master key

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINI CONVERTIBLE LOADING CARGO

Avoid overloading the vehicle so that

the permissible carrying capacity of the tires is not exceeded. Overloading can lead to overheating and damage inside the tires. Depending on the circumstances, this can result in sudden air loss.

2. Pull the lever to release the catch

3. Fold the backrest forward.

When folding the backrest back into

LOADING CARGO

Determining cargo limit

1. Locate the following statement on your vehicle's placard:

The combined weight of occu-

pants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs, as this could otherwise result in damage to the vehicle and unstable driving conditions.

4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the YYY amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be four 150-lbs. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 800 lbs.: 1,400 lbs. minus 600 lbs. = 800 lbs.

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult the manual for transporting a trailer to determine how this may reduce the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

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Cargo and luggage load capacity

The permissible load is the sum of the occupants' weights and the weight of the cargo. The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo can be transported.

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle

3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passenger from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds

LOADING CARGO

Stowing cargo

>Place heavy cargo as far forward as possi-

ble, directly behind the backrests, and as low as possible

>Cover sharp edges and corners >Do not pile objects higher than the top

edges of the backrests.

For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is unoccupied, fasten each safety belt in the opposite buckle. This provides additional stabilization for the backrests.

Securing the load

As an example, the illustration shows the luggage compartment of the MINI.

>Secure smaller and lighter items using

the luggage compartment net tic straps

>Secure larger and heavier items with

load-securing devices are provided at the inner corners of the luggage compartment for attaching these load-securing devices. Comply with the information enclosed with the load-securing devices.

. Lashing eyelets

or elas-

LOADING CARGO ROOF-MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK

Always position and secure the load

as described above. If you do not, it can pose a danger to the passengers during braking and evasive maneuvers, for example. Do not exceed the permissible gross weight and axle load, refer to page wise the vehicle's operating safety is no longer assured and it will not be in compliance with the certification regulations. Do not stow heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment without first securing them. Otherwise they would be thrown around during braking and evasive maneuvers and endanger the occupants.

151 ff; other-

When loading a roof-mounted lug-

gage rack on the MINI, make sure that there is sufficient space for the movement of the glass sunroof and that no objects protrude into the swiveling area of the tailgate; otherwise damage can occur. Do not secure the roof-mounted luggage rack to the MINI's trim strips or to the MINI Convertible top. Otherwise, the lack of a secure hold could lead to damage or accidents.

sories from your MINI Dealer.

Special roof-mounted luggage racks

for your MINI are available as acces-

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OPERATION, CARE, MAINTENANCE

OWNER SERVICE PROCEDURES

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BREAK-IN PROCEDURES GENERAL DRIVING NOTES

Moving parts need to be given some time until they can interact smoothly with one another. To ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you comply with the following information:

Engine

Comply with the local speed limits. Up to 1,250 miles/2,000 km: Drive at varying engine and road speeds,

but do not exceed the following: 4,500 rpm or

95 mph / 150 km/h. Absolutely avoid putting the accelerator in

full-throttle or kickdown position. After 1,250 miles/2,000 km: Engine and road speeds can be gradually

increased.

Tires

Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture, tires do not achieve their full traction potential until after an initial break-in period. Therefore drive carefully during the first 200 miles/300 km.

Brake system

Approx. 300 miles/500 km must be driven before the brake pads and rotors achieve the optimum pad-surface and wear patterns required for trouble-free operation and an extended service life.

Clutch

Roughly 300 miles/500 km must be driven before the clutch starts to operate at optimum efficiency. Remember to engage the clutch carefully during this initial period.

After a part replacement

You should again comply with these breakin procedures if parts mentioned above have to be replaced later in the vehicle's life.

Interior mirror, automatic dimming*

While the vehicle is being driven forward, these mirrors dim light through an infinitely variable range depending on the light's incidence. Two photocells in the interior rearview mirror serve this purpose. One is positioned on the underside of the mirror frame, while the other is slightly offset on the back of the mirror.

In order for the photocells to work optimally, keep them clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. Do not place stickers or toll tags on the windshield in front of the mirror.

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