Mini COUNTRYMAN 2018 Owner's Handbook Manual page 59

Opening
Press and hold the button on the re-
mote control for approximately
1 second.
Without automatic tailgate operation:
The tailgate is unlocked and can be swivel-
led upwards.
With automatic tailgate operation:
The tailgate is opened automatically.
When towing a trailer or using a rear lug-
gage rack, the tailgate cannot be opened
with remote control.
With automatic tailgate operation:
closing
Keep the button on the remote con-
trol pressed until the tailgate has
closed.
Releasing the button stops the movement.
Replacing the battery
1. Remove the integrated key from the re-
mote control, see page 61.
2. Push the integrated key into the open-
ing and lift the cover.
The battery compartment is accessible.
Opening and closing
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3. Push integrated key into the battery
compartment cover and raise cover.
4. Use a pointed object to push the battery
in the direction of the arrow and lift it
out.
5. Insert a new type CR 2032 battery with
the positive side facing upwards.
6. Insert lid and cover.
7. Push the integrated key into the remote
control until it snaps into place.
Dispose of old batteries at a Service
Partner of the manufacturer or an-
other qualified Service Partner or a
specialist workshop or hand them into an
authorised collecting point.
Additional remote controls
Additional remote controls are available
from a Service Partner of the manufacturer
or another qualified Service Partner or a
specialist workshop.
CONTROLS
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