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CONTENT OWNER'S MANUAL. MINI CONVERTIBLE. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new MINI. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important notes on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your MINI.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Navigation, Entertainment and Communication can be called up via the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. NOTES Information..........................QUICK REFERENCE Getting in..........................Set-up and use........................20 On the road..........................AT A GLANCE Dashboard..........................Central Information Display (CID)..................36 Voice activation system....................General settings........................
Information Using this Owner's Manual Internet Vehicle information and general informa- tion on MINI, e.g., on technology, are availa- Orientation ble on the Internet: www.miniusa.com. The fastest way to find information on a particular topic is by using the index.
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Information NOTES lected optional equipment or the country- Icon Meaning specific version. "..." Control Display texts used to select This also applies to safety-related functions individual functions. and systems. ›...‹ Verbal instructions to use with the When using these functions and systems, voice activation system.
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For vehicles sold in California, the law re- mends that you entrust corresponding pro- quires vehicle manufacturers to provide the cedures to a MINI dealer’s service center. If following warning: you choose to use another service facility, Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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Specifications for maintenance measures: your hands frequently when servicing – MINI maintenance system your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-ve- hicle. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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NOTES Information Maintenance, refer to page 280. data collected in the vehicle to the driver or vehicle owner, for instance via utilized – Maintenance Booklet, available online services. and accessible via a QR code in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Booklet. Operating data in the vehicle –...
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Information NOTES to detect and correct malfunctions, and If necessary, data can be transferred to the helps the vehicle manufacturer to optimize entertainment and communication system vehicle functions. of the vehicle, for instance via smartphone. The majority of this data is stored tempora- This includes the following depending on rily and is only processed within the vehicle the respective equipment:...
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NOTES Information How the data will be processed further is Services from other providers determined by the provider of the particular When using online services from other pro- app being used. The extent of the possible viders, these services are the responsibility settings depends on the respective app and of the relevant provider and subject to their the operating system of the mobile device.
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Information NOTES stance name, gender, age, and crash loca- tion, are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforce- ment, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the ve- hicle or the EDR is needed.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to noti- fying MINI of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds Online Edition for Part no.
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Information NOTES Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
Buttons on the vehicle key is fully opened. Press and hold the button until the convertible top is fully opened and locked. Releasing the button or leaving the close range of the vehicle stops the motion.
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Getting in QUICK REFERENCE Locking Locking the vehicle Pressing the button locks the vehi- cle if the front doors are closed. Unlocking Pressing the button unlocks the ve- hicle. Panic mode Press the button on the door handle of the You can trigger the alarm system if you find driver's or front passenger door.
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The indicator/warning lights can light up in again. The windows are rolled a variety of combinations and colors. down, and the convertible top opens as Several of the lights are checked for proper longs as the switch is pressed. After the...
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Getting in QUICK REFERENCE All around the selector lever Button Function Press once: opens the previous display. Press and hold: open the menus used last. Call up the Options menu. Voice control 1 Selector lever Activating the voice control system 2 Controller with buttons 3 Parking brake, manual or electric Press the button on the steering...
QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Adjusting the exterior mirrors wheel Manually adjustable seats 1 Adjusting 2 Selecting a mirror, Automatic Curb Mon- itor 3 Folding in and out 1 Longitudinal direction 2 Thigh support Adjusting the steering wheel 3 Height 4 Backrest tilt...
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Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Entering the rear Button Function Pull lever up to the stop. Programmable memory buttons. Changeover of wave range/satel- lite radio. Navigation destination input Entering a destination via address State/province Fold backrest forward. "Navigation" Push the seat forward. "Enter address"...
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Incoming call can be accepted via the Cen- (CID), the steering wheel buttons and spo- tral Information Display (CID) or the button ken instructions. on the steering wheel. "My MINI" Via the Central Information Display (CID) "System settings" "Accept" "Mobile devices"...
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If necessary, the setting for mobile data must be activated on the iPhone. – Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled in the vehicle. Turning on Bluetooth and CarPlay Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "System settings" "Mobile devices" "Settings" Select the following settings: – "Bluetooth®"...
QUICK REFERENCE On the road On the road Driving Steptronic transmission: switching off When the vehicle is stationary, apply the parking brake. Starting and stopping the engine Engage selector lever position P. Ignition on/off Press the Start/Stop button. – On: press the Start/Stop Manual transmission: switching off button.
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On the road QUICK REFERENCE Raise lever slightly, press the button and To prevent the vehicle from creeping after guide the lever down. you select a gear position or reverse, main- tain pressure on the brake pedal until you Set the electrical parking brake are ready to drive off.
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QUICK REFERENCE On the road Turn signal, high beams, headlight Canada: roadside parking light flasher, roadside parking lights Turn signal To illuminate the vehicle on one side. – On: with the radio-ready state switched off, press the lever either up or down past the resistance point for approx.
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On the road QUICK REFERENCE Window wiper system Rain sensor Activate/deactivate Turning the wipers on/off and flick wipe Turning on To activate: press the lever up once from its basic setting, arrow 1. To deactivate: press the lever back into the Press the lever up until the desired position basic setting.
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QUICK REFERENCE On the road Canada: window wiper system Rain sensor Activate/deactivate Turning the wipers on/off and flick wipe Turning on Press the button on the wiper lever. Set interval period or sensitivity of the Tap up the lever or press it past the resist- rain sensor ance point.
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On the road QUICK REFERENCE Climate control Button Function AUTO program. Air conditioning system Air recirculation mode. Button Function Temperature. Adjusts the air flow, manual. Air conditioning. Air distribution, manual. Air recirculation mode. Defrosts and defogs the windows. Adjusts the air flow, Heated windshield.
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Gasoline Displaying the engine oil level For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline Via the Central Information Display (CID): should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur "My MINI" content. "Vehicle status" Refuel only with unleaded gasoline without metallic additives.
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This service can be reached around the clock in many countries. "MINI Connected" "MINI Assist" "MINI Roadside Assistance" The contact to the MINI Roadside Assis- tance is established. A telephone number is displayed, if needed. Select to dial the telephone number on a connected mobile phone.
AT A GLANCE Dashboard Dashboard Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- tions or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems, specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be the series.
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Dashboard AT A GLANCE Automatic headlight con- Roadside parking lights trol Cornering light Trip computer Automatic High Beam Assis- tant Instrument lighting 7 Instrument cluster 8 Pitman arm, right Wipers 5 Steering wheel buttons, left Wiper on Canadian mod- Camera-based cruise control on/off Rain sensor Cruise control on/off...
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Automatic Parking Assis- tant 2 Control Display Auto Start/Stop function 3 Radio/Multimedia 4 Glove compartment Start/stop the engine and switch the ignition 5 Climate control on/off Dynamic Stability Con- trol MINI Driving Modes switch Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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8 Controller with buttons 9 Parking brake, manual Parking brake, electric All around the interior mirror Emergency Call, SOS Ambient light Indicator light, front passen- Convertible top ger airbag Reading lights Interior lights Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Central Information Display (CID) Vehicle features and options Input and display Main menu This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and General information functions that are not necessarily available The main menu is divided into two areas.
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Access to apps and vehicle functions. Addi- tional apps and vehicle functions can be Function is activated. purchased from the MINI Connected Store. Function is deactivated. Notifications Status information Access to all incoming messages in the ve- hicle, for instance Check Control messages.
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Selecting the display Icon Meaning The display can be selected in menus which Reminder. support the split screen function. Sending not possible. Tilt the Controller to the right until the split screen is selected. Entertainment Press the Controller.
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Central Information Display (CID) AT A GLANCE In the case of very high temperatures on Controller the Control Display, for instance due to in- tense solar radiation, the brightness may be General information reduced down to complete deactivation. The buttons can be used to open the menus Once the temperature is reduced, for in- directly.
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID) Button Function With navigation system: opens navigation map. Without navigation system: call up the CarPlay map. Press once: opens the previous display. Press and hold: open the menus – Without navigation system: tilt in two used last.
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Adjusting menu contents The display of menus "Media/Radio", Going to the Options menu "Communication" and "MINI Connected" can be adjusted, for instance to remove the en- Press the button. tries of functions that are not used from the menu.
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Via the Central Information Display (CID): Operation via touchscreen "My MINI" "Contents of main menu" General information Depending on the equipment version, the Changing between displays Control Display is equipped with a touch- After a menu item is selected, a new display screen.
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Central Information Display (CID) AT A GLANCE Deleting tion is established when a phone number is selected. Icon Function Displaying the key assignment Tapping the icon: deletes the letter or number. Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or use objects. Tapping and holding the icon all letters: deletes all letters or num- The assignment of the buttons is displayed...
AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle features and options activation system. To set the language, refer to page 47. – Always say commands in the language This chapter describes all standard, country- of the voice activation system. specific and optional features offered with the series.
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The following is displayed in the top area of Via the Central Information Display (CID): the Control Display: – Some possible commands for the current "My MINI" menu. "System settings" – Some possible commands from other "Language"...
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System limits – Certain noises can be detected and may lead to problems. Keep the doors, win- dows and convertible top closed. – Noises from the front passenger or the rear seat bench can impair the system. Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking.
Via the Central Information Display (CID): the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available "My MINI" in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- "System settings" tions or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems.
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Principle year. If vehicle tracking has been activated, the current vehicle position can be displayed in Setting the date format the MINI app. Via the Central Information Display (CID): Activating/deactivating "My MINI" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "System settings"...
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General settings AT A GLANCE Control Display Setting the color world Via the Central Information Display (CID): Brightness "My MINI" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "System settings" "My MINI" "Displays" "System settings" "Color scheme" "Displays" Select the desired setting.
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Phone book. The vehicle offers various functions which – Office data, for instance voice memos. require data to be transferred to MINI or a – Login accounts. service provider. The data transfer can be Altogether, the deletion of the data can take deactivated for some functions.
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Note and follow the instructions on the Con- trol Display. Making calls via the hands- Bluetooth. Via the Central Information Display (CID): free system. Using phone functions via "My MINI" the Central Information Dis- "System settings" play (CID). "Data privacy" Using the smartphone Of- fice functions.
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General information Via the Central Information Display (CID): Information on compatible mobile devices "My MINI" is available as follows: "System settings" – On the MINI homepage. "Mobile devices" – Via Hotline/Customer Support "Settings" – At a dealer's service center or another "Bluetooth®"...
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All prerequisites are met and all required steps were completed in the specified order. Via the Central Information Display (CID): Despite that, the mobile device does not "My MINI" function as expected. In this case, the following explanations can "System settings"...
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AT A GLANCE General settings Why can phone functions not be used via service center or another qualified service the Central Information Display (CID)? center or repair shop. – The mobile phone may not be properly USB connection configured, for instance as Bluetooth au- dio device.
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Turning on Bluetooth and CarPlay the USB storage device, refer to the op- Via the Central Information Display (CID): erating instructions of the device. Not compatible USB devices: "My MINI" – USB hard drives. "System settings" – USB hubs.
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Via the Central Information Display (CID): contact Customer Relations, a dealer's serv- ice center or another qualified service cen- "My MINI" ter or repair shop. "System settings" "Mobile devices" Managing mobile devices Select the desired device.
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General settings AT A GLANCE Via the Central Information Display (CID): Software update "My MINI" General information "System settings" The vehicle supports a large number of mo- "Mobile devices" bile devices, for instance mobile phones and MP3 players. Software updates are available Select device.
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The software may only be restored when the vehicle is stationary. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "System settings" "Software update" "Restore software" 5. – "Previous version"...
You can use the following media formats to call up the content in the Owner's Manual: Press the button. – Printed Owner's Manual, refer to "My MINI" page 59. "Owner's Manual" – Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehi- cle, refer to page 59.
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AT A GLANCE Owner's Manual media Opening via Central Information Display (CID) Change directly to the Options menu from the function on the Control Display: Press the button. "Owner's Manual" Opening when a Check Control message is displayed Directly from the Check Control message on the Control Display: "Owner's Manual"...
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Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
CONTROLS Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- Warning specific and optional features offered with The vehicle key has a button cell battery. the series. It also describes features and Batteries or button cell batteries can be functions that are not necessarily available swallowed and lead to serious or fatal inju-...
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Warning 2 Locking Body parts can be jammed when opening 3 Unlocking the trunk lid and closing the convertible top. There is a risk of injury. When opening and closing 4 Panic mode the convertible top, observe the movement and keep the travel path clear.
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Leaving the close range of the vehi- cle stops the convertible top movement. Locking Press button in close range to the vehicle again until the convertible top operation is Close the driver's door. completed. Press the button on the vehicle key.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening Slide the integrated key in the cover of the battery compartment and raise the Press the button on the vehicle key cover. for approx. 1 second. The trunk lid is unlocked and can be swung downward.
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The vehicle key is in direct proximity of – The options provided by the Remote the wireless charging tray. Services of the MINI Connected app in- Place the vehicle key in a different loca- clude the ability to lock and unlock a ve- tion.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Integrated key To do this, slide the integrated key into the opening to the stop from below and remove the cover cap. General information The driver's door can be locked and un- locked without the vehicle key using the integrated key.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Overview The vehicle automatically detects the vehi- cle key when it is in close proximity or in the interior. General information Comfort Access supports the following functions: – Unlocking and locking the vehicle. – Convenient closing. –...
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Press and hold down the button on the ex- ternal door handle of the driver's or front passenger door. In addition to locking, the convertible top and the windows are closed. Press and hold the button, until the Press the button on the external door han- convertible top is fully closed.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Trunk lid Opening General information To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehi- cle, do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area. Depending on the vehicle equipment and country version, it is possible to specify whether the trunk lid can be unlocked with the vehicle key and how the vehicle doors Press the button on the outer side of the...
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Opening and closing CONTROLS The trunk lid is unlocked and can be swung If several drivers use their own vehicle downward. keys, the vehicle will apply the personal set- tings as it is being unlocked. These settings Opening from the inside are also restored, if the vehicle has been used in the meantime by a person with a With the vehicle stationary, press...
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Rearview camera. not assigned to the vehicle key currently in – Head-up Display. use. – MINI Driving Modes. Renaming a driver profile – Intelligent Safety. A personal name can be assigned to the ac- tive driver profile to avoid confusion be- Profile management tween the driver profiles.
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Via the Central Information Display (CID): – The front passenger unlocks the vehicle with his or her own vehicle key, but an- "My MINI" other person is driving. "Driver profiles" – The driver unlocks the vehicle via Com- Select driver profile.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Trunk lid Automatic unlocking Via the Central Information Display (CID): Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" "Vehicle settings" "Doors/Key" "Doors/Key" "Unlock at end of trip" The text next to the icon indicates the After the engine is switched off by current setting.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS – Changes in the vehicle inclination, for Opening the doors with the alarm instance, during attempts at stealing a system switched on wheel or when towing the vehicle. The alarm system is triggered when a door –...
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With Comfort Access: if you have the switched on together with the interior mo- vehicle key with you, unlock the vehicle tion sensor even when the convertible top using the button on the driver's side or is open. Falling objects such as leaves can front passenger side door.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview Closing – Pull the switch to the resistance point. The window closes while the switch is being held. – Pull the switch beyond the resist- ance point. The window closes automatically if the door is closed. Pulling the switch again Power windows.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Closing without the jam protection Initializing the system system The system can be initialized when the ve- hicle is stationary and the engine is run- In case of danger from the outside or if ning. icing might prevent normal closing, proceed as follows: During initialization, the affected window closes without jam protection.
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Convertible top prevented. General information The convertible top can be opened or closed at speeds up to approx. 18 mph/30 km/h. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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Make sure that no objects are on the Functional requirements cargo cover when opening the convertible top. The following prerequisites must be met in order to be able to move the convertible top. – The ignition or radio-ready state must Warning be switched on.
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There is a Press and hold the switch, until the risk of damage to property, among other convertible top is fully open or closed. A potential damage. Make sure that the Check Control message is displayed when travel path is clear prior to moving the the opening procedure has finished.
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CONTROLS Opening and closing Fully unfold the wind deflector so that the handle, arrow 1, folds down and Warning locks the wind deflector. Body parts can be jammed when operating the wind deflector. There is a risk of in- jury. Make sure that the area of movement around the wind deflector is clear when in- stalling and removing it and folding it up.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Release the handle. Press the wind deflector downward, while inserting the pins in the corre- sponding mounting points, arrows 2. Press the wind deflector downward in the middle, until the handle engages, ar- rows 1. Grasp the inner framework of the wind deflector and fold it up, arrow 2.
CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle features and options Warning With a backrest inclined too far to the This chapter describes all standard, country- rear, the protective effect of the seat belt specific and optional features offered with can no longer be ensured.
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Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Longitudinal direction Backrest tilt Warning Unexpected movements of the seat while driving may occur if the seat is unlocked. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of accident. After adjusting, move the seat forward or back slightly, making sure the seat engages properly.
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CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Thigh support gages correctly by slightly moving forward and back. Fold the seat backrest forward Pull lever up to the stop. Pull the lever at the front of the seat and ad- just the thigh support. Entering the rear Fold the seat backrest forward.
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Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Front seat heating though airbags enhance safety by providing added protection, they do not replace seat belts. Overview All belt fastening points are designed to achieve the best possible protective effect of the seat belts with proper use of the seat belts and correct seat setting.
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CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel – The seat belts or seat belt buckles are Buckling the seat belt damaged, soiled, or changed in any Guide the seat belt slowly over shoulder other way. and hip to put it on. –...
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Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Front head restraints The seat belt reminder is also active when the front passenger seat belt is not buckled or objects are on the front passenger seat. Safety information The seat belt reminder is also activated when a passenger unbuckles a seat belt dur- ing the trip.
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CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Adjusting the height: John Cooper If necessary, fold the rear seat backrest Works sport seat forward. The height of the head restraints cannot be Pull head restraint up to the stop. set. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head restraint out completely.
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Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS – Do not use seat or head restraint cov- Fold down the rear seat backrest, refer ers. to page 230, in question. – Do not hang objects, for instance Pull head restraint up against the resist- clothes hangers, directly on the head ance.
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CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Overview Automatic Curb Monitor Principle If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on the passenger's side is tilted downward. This improves your view of the curb and other low-lying obstacles when parking, for instance. Activating 1 Adjusting slide the switch to the driver's...
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Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Steering wheel Turn button Safety information Warning Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of accident. Adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is sta- Turn the button to reduce the blinding glare tionary only.
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CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Steering wheel heating Turning on/off Press the button. – On: the LED lights up. – Off: the LED goes out. If the trip is resumed within approx. 15 mi- nutes after an intermediate stop, the steer- ing wheel heating turns on automatically if the function was turned on at the comple- tion of the last trip.
Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options Warning A heated vehicle may result in death to This chapter describes all standard, country- persons, especially children, or animals. specific and optional features offered with There is a risk of injury or danger to life. the series.
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CONTROLS Transporting children safely Safety information Warning The stability of the child restraint system Warning is limited or compromised with incorrect The seat belt cannot be fastened correctly seat setting or improper installation of the on children shorter than 5 ft/150 cm child seat.
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Transporting children safely CONTROLS Do not use child restraint systems which SENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator light have been damaged or exposed to an acci- lights up. dent. Before installing a child restraint system in If a child restraint system and its fasten- the front passenger seat, make sure that the ing system has been damaged or exposed front, knee and side airbags on the passeng-...
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CONTROLS Transporting children safely Locking the seat belt Safety information Pull out the belt strap completely. Warning Secure the child restraint system with the seat belt. If the lower mountings of the child re- straint system are not correctly engaged, Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and the protective effect of the child restraint pull it tight against the child restraint...
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Transporting children safely CONTROLS Assembly of LATCH child restraint fixing systems Mount child restraint system, see manu- facturer's information. Ensure that both LATCH anchors are properly engaged. Upper LATCH retaining strap For Canadian customers only. The following statement is required by Transport Canada: This vehicle is not equipped with user- ready tether anchorages.
CONTROLS Driving Driving Vehicle features and options To save battery power when the engine is off, switch off the ignition and any unneces- sary electrical components. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Ignition off the series.
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Driving CONTROLS Starting the engine Steptronic transmission: when switching off the ignition, the selector lever position P is engaged automatically if the selector lever Safety information position R, D or M/S is engaged. Radio-ready state DANGER If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila- General information tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases In the radio-ready state, certain electrical...
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CONTROLS Driving Engine stop of the vehicle, particularly repeated start- ing in rapid succession. Safety information Gasoline engine Depending on the motorization, the full Warning drive power may not be available for ap- Unattended children or animals in the ve- proximately 30 seconds after starting the hicle can cause the vehicle to move and engine.
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Driving CONTROLS Steptronic transmission Engine stop Switching off the engine Functional requirements The engine is switched off automatically When the vehicle is stationary, apply during a stop under the following condi- the parking brake. tions: Engage selector lever position P. Manual transmission: Press the Start/Stop button.
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CONTROLS Driving Displays in the instrument cluster – Window condensation when the auto- matic climate control is switched on. Instrument cluster without enhanced – The vehicle battery charge is very low. features: display – At higher elevations. The display indicates that the –...
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Driving CONTROLS – Steptronic transmission: change from Switching the system on/off selector lever position D to R, N or M/S. Using the button – Steptronic transmission: change from selector lever position P to R, N, D or M/S. – The vehicle begins rolling. –...
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CONTROLS Driving Engine start as usual via Start/Stop button. The indicator light lights up red. The parking brake is set. Automatic deactivation Lower light: indicator light in Cana- dian models In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop function is deactivated automatically for safety reasons, for instance if no driver is If for once use during driving is required, detected.
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Driving CONTROLS In order to ensure that the vehicle is se- Setting the parking brake cured against rolling away, follow the fol- lowing: With a stationary vehicle – Set the parking brake. Pull the switch. – On uphill grades or on a downhill The LED lights up.
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CONTROLS Driving The parking brake is released. After a power interruption Automatic release in cars with Commissioning Steptronic transmission Turn on the ignition. For automatic release, step on the accelera- tor pedal. Press the switch while stepping on the brake pedal or selector lever posi- The LED and the indicator light go out.
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Window wiper system The triple turn signal duration can be ad- justed. Via the Central Information Display (CID): Safety information "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" Warning "Lighting" If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or "Exterior lighting"...
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CONTROLS Driving Turning on Intermittent operation or rain sensor Principle The rain sensor automatically controls the wiper operation depending on the intensity of the rainfall. General information The sensor is located on the windshield, di- rectly in front of the interior mirror. With- Press the lever up until the desired position out the rain sensor, the interval of the wiper is reached.
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Driving CONTROLS Deactivating NOTICE Press the lever back into the basic setting. When the washer fluid reservoir is empty, Setting the interval period or the washer pump cannot work as intended. There is a risk of damage to property, sensitivity of the rain sensor among other potential damage.
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CONTROLS Driving Safety information Folding out the wipers Switch the ignition on and off again. Warning Press and hold the wiper lever down, un- til the wipers stop in a close to vertical If the wipers start moving in the folded position.
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Driving CONTROLS Canada: window wiper system Turning on Safety information Warning If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or damage may occur to parts of the vehicle. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property.
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CONTROLS Driving Intermittent operation or rain within approx. 15 minutes, the rain sensor is automatically activated again. sensor Principle Setting the interval period or sensitivity of the rain sensor The rain sensor automatically controls the wiper operation depending on the intensity of the rainfall.
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Driving CONTROLS Safety information NOTICE When the washer fluid reservoir is empty, Warning the washer pump cannot work as intended. If the wipers start moving in the folded There is a risk of damage to property, away state, body parts can be jammed or among other potential damage.
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CONTROLS Driving 3 seconds, until the wipers remain in a washer concentrate containing antifreeze nearly vertical position. can be used. Recommended minimum fill quantity: 0.2 US gal/1 liter. Safety information Warning Some types of antifreeze can contain harmful substances and are flammable. There is a risk of fire and an injury hazard.
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Driving CONTROLS Manual transmission Do not add silicon-containing additives to the washer fluid. Safety information NOTICE Warning Mixing different windshield washer fluid concentrates or antifreeze can damage the An unsecured vehicle can begin to move car wash. There is a risk of damage to and possibly roll away.
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CONTROLS Driving Steptronic transmission Shift pattern Principle The Steptronic transmission combines the functions of an automatic transmission with the possibility of manual shifting, if needed. Safety information Warning – 1–6: forward gears. An unsecured vehicle can begin to move – R: reverse gear.
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Driving CONTROLS cally returns to the center position when re- – After the engine is switched off when leased. the vehicle is in the radio-ready state, refer to page 101, or when the ignition The selector lever position P is engaged by is switched off, refer to page 100, while pressing the P button on the selector lever selector lever position R, D or M/S is...
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CONTROLS Driving Rolling or pushing the vehicle Press and hold the button to release the selector lever lock. General information In some situations, the vehicle is to roll without its own power for a short distance, for instance in a car wash, or be pushed. Engaging selector lever position N NOTICE Selector lever position P is automatically...
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Driving CONTROLS Sport program M/S Activating manual mode Press the selector lever to the left from Principle selector lever position D, arrow 1. The shifting points and shifting times in the Sport program are designed for sportier handling. The transmission, for instance shifts up later and the shifting times are shorter.
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CONTROLS Driving For vehicles with Steptronic Sport transmis- paddles for a certain amount of time, the sion, automatic shift operations are not per- transmission switches back to automatic formed if one of the following conditions is mode. met: It is possible to switch into automatic mode –...
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Driving CONTROLS Releasing the transmission lock With some transmission versions, the pro- cedure for unlocking is as follows: electronically Press the Start/Stop button three times General information in a row. Electronically unlock the transmission lock Press and hold down brake pedal. to maneuver vehicle from a hazardous area.
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Start with launch control mode. While the engine is running: Press button and select SPORT with the MINI Driving Modes switch. The instrument cluster displays TRAC- TION in combination with SPORT. The DSC OFF indicator light lights up. Engage selector lever position S.
Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- tions or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems, specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be the series.
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1 Driver assistance systems Total kilometers/trip odometer Messages, for instance Check Control Trip computer Time 2 Selector lever position Outside temperature Gear shift indicator Selection lists 3 MINI Driving Modes switch status Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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1 Selector lever position Range Gear shift indicator 5 Messages, for instance Check Control 2 Time Selection lists MINI Driving Modes switch status Navigation instructions 3 Driver assistance systems 6 Total kilometers/trip odometer 4 Outside temperature Trip computer Check Control...
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Displays CONTROLS Red lights another qualified service center or repair shop. Seat belt reminder Forward Collision Warning Indicator light flashes or is illumi- nated: seat belt on the driver or pas- Indicator light illuminates: prewarn- senger's side is not buckled. The seat ing is issued, for example when there belt reminder can also be activated if ob- is the impending risk of a collision or...
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CONTROLS Displays control of the vehicle by pressing on the Flat Tire Monitor brake pedal or accelerator pedal. The flat tire monitor reports a tire pressure loss in a tire. Yellow lights Reduce your speed and stop cau- tiously. Avoid sudden braking and steering Anti-lock Braking System maneuvers.
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Displays CONTROLS Emissions Instrument cluster with enhanced features: bad weather light – The warning light lights up: Bad weather light is switched on. Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon Bad weather light, refer to page 151. as possible. –...
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Via the Central Information Display (CID): The messages can be hidden for approx. 8 seconds. After this time, they are dis- "My MINI" played again automatically. "Vehicle status" Temporary display Tilt the Controller to the left.
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Displays CONTROLS Fuel gauge Odometer and trip odometer Principle Principle The current fill level of the fuel tank is dis- The total kilometers driven and the kilome- played. ters driven since the last reset are displayed in the instrument cluster. General information Instrument cluster without Vehicle inclination may cause the display to...
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CONTROLS Displays Safety information – A Check Control message is displayed briefly. – The remaining range is shown on the Warning trip computer. Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃ – With a sporty driving style, for instance there can be a risk of icy roads, for in- fast cornering, the engine function is stance on bridges or shady sections of the not always ensured.
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A service advisor can read out the current Via the Central Information Display (CID): service notifications from your vehicle key. "My MINI" Display "Vehicle status" Tilt the Controller to the left. Detailed information on service notifications "Service required"...
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CONTROLS Displays Speed Limit Info Tilt the Controller to the left. "Teleservice Call" Speed Limit Info Gear shift indicator Principle Speed Limit Info shows the current maxi- Principle mum permitted speed in the instrument cluster. The system recommends the most efficient gear for the current driving situation.
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Displays CONTROLS Overview With navigation system: Speed Limit Info is not availa- ble. Camera Speed Limit Info can also be displayed in the Head-up Display. System limits The system function may be limited and may provide incorrect information in the following situations: –...
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CONTROLS Displays Selection lists Instrument cluster with enhanced features: display General information Depending on the vehicle equipment, the buttons on the steering wheel and the dis- play in the instrument cluster can be used to display or use the following: –...
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Displays CONTROLS – Range. Via the Central Information Display (CID): – GREEN Info. "My MINI" When GREEN Mode is activated. "System settings" – Average consumption, fuel. "Displays" – Average consumption since delivery "Instrument panel" from the factory. Select the desired setting.
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Check Control mes- rent travel time and total travel time with sage is displayed too. the convertible top open in minutes and When the engine temperature is too hours. high, a red indicator light is dis- played.
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Via the Central Information Display (CID): played if a destination is entered in the nav- "My MINI" igation system before the trip is started. "Driving information" The distance to the destination is adopted automatically.
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CONTROLS Displays Sport instruments Via the MINI Driving Modes switch: Activate SPORT. General information "Sport displays" On the Control Display, values for power "Vehicle and surroundings" and torque are displayed. Displaying sport instruments Speed warning Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI"...
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Displays CONTROLS Accept current speed as the speed Display warning Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" "Speed warning" "Select current speed" – Arrow 1: current RPM. LED ring on the central in- – Arrow 2: Advance warning zone.
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Follow the instructions for cleaning the Head-up Display is retracted again. Head-up Display. For additional informa- Via the Central Information Display (CID): tion, see the chapter on care. "My MINI" Safety information "System settings" "Displays" Warning "Head-Up Display"...
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Selection list from the instrument clus- Adjusting the height ter. Via the Central Information Display (CID): – Driver assistance systems. "My MINI" Some of this information is only displayed "System settings" briefly as needed. "Displays" Selecting displays in the Head-up "Head-Up Display"...
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Head-up Dis- play. Always Open Timer Display Principle The Always Open Timer displays the travel times with open convertible top on the Con- trol Display and in the trip computer. Displaying the Always Open Timer "My MINI" "Openometer" 1 Vehicle speed...
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Displays CONTROLS – Current travel time with the convertible Information at a glance top open in minutes and hours. Icons Description – Total travel time with the convertible top open in minutes and hours. "Flat Tire Monitor": Status – Current outside temperature while driv- of the flat tire monitor, refer ing with the convertible top open.
CONTROLS Lights Lights Vehicle features and options Icon Function Parking lights. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and Low beams. functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- tions or country versions.
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2 seconds. Setting the duration Via the Central Information Display (CID): Turning off "My MINI" Briefly press the lever to the resistance "Vehicle settings" point in the opposite direction. "Lighting"...
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The Automatic High Beam Assistant detects Via the Central Information Display (CID): other road users early on and automatically "My MINI" switches the high beams on or off depend- ing on the traffic situation. "Vehicle settings"...
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Lights CONTROLS low speed range, the high beams are not that require this, therefore dimming man- switched on by the system. ually. The system responds to light from oncom- The system is not fully functional in the fol- ing traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, lowing situations, and driver intervention and to ambient lighting, for instance in may be necessary:...
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Ambient light General information Depending on the equipment version, light- ing can be adjusted for some lights in the car's interior. Activating/deactivating Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" "Lighting" Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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Depending on the equipment, the bright- ness of the ambient light can be adjusted via the thumbwheel for the instrument lighting or on the Control Display. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" "Lighting" "Interior lighting" "Brightness"...
CONTROLS Safety Safety Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- tions or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems, specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be the series.
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Vehicle modifications for a person with dis- maintaining a comfortable grip on the abilities may affect the air bag system; con- steering wheel. tact MINI Customer Relations for further in- – Make sure that the front passenger is formation. sitting correctly, i.e., keeps his or her...
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CONTROLS Safety Operational readiness of the airbag Automatic deactivation of the front system passenger airbags Safety information Principle The system reads if the front passenger seat is occupied by measuring the human body's Warning resistance. Individual components can be hot after de- Front, knee, and side airbag on the front ployment of the airbag system.
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Safety CONTROLS To enable accurate recognition of the occu- Detected child restraint systems pied seat surface The system generally detects children – Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats seated in a child restraint system, particu- or other items to the front passenger larly in child restraint systems required by seat unless they are specifically deter- NHTSA at the point in time when the vehi-...
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Warning With an extended rollover protection sys- Safety information tem, the area of movement of the convertible top is limited. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Warning When the rollover protection system is ex- There can be damage or injuries when the tended, do not move the convertible top.
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Control Display, e.g., whether or not the sys- Malfunction tem is active. A Check Control message is dis- Via the Central Information Display (CID): played when there is a malfunction. "My MINI" "Vehicle status" "Tire Pressure Monitor" Tire pressure monitor The current status is displayed. Principle...
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Follow the information Resetting the system on runflat tires and continued driving with these tires. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" If a tire inflation pressure check is "Vehicle status" required "Tire Pressure Monitor" Start the engine but do not drive off.
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Safety CONTROLS If the tire inflation pressure is too low Icon Possible cause There is a flat tire or a major tire Message pressure loss. A yellow warning light is illuminated No reset was performed for the in the instrument cluster. system.
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CONTROLS Safety tronics. In this case, have the electronics also be more if an economical driving style checked and replaced at the next opportu- is used. nity. If the vehicle is loaded with an average weight and used under favorable conditions, Runflat tires the distance travelled for which it may be safe to drive may be up to 50 miles/80 km.
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Safety CONTROLS Sudden tire pressure loss size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you The system cannot indicate sudden serious should determine the proper tire inflation tire damage caused by external circumstan- pressure for those tires.) As an added safety ces.
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Via the Central Information Display (CID): The system does not measure the actual in- flation pressure in the tires. "My MINI" "Vehicle status" Functional requirements "Flat Tire Monitor" The following prerequisites must be met for Start the engine but do not drive off.
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Safety CONTROLS stability. There is a risk of accident. Do not If identification of flat tire damage is continue driving if the vehicle is equipped not possible, please contact a dealer’s with normal tires. Follow the information service center or another qualified serv- on runflat tires and continued driving with ice center or repair shop.
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CONTROLS Safety Possible distance travelled with a fore, check the tire inflation pressure depressurized tire regularly. The distance travelled for which it may be – Sudden serious tire damage caused by possible to drive safely varies depending on external circumstances cannot be recog- how the vehicle is loaded and used, e.g., nized in advance.
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Safety CONTROLS over steering and braking at any time, and Turning on/off actively intervene where appropriate. Some Intelligent Safety systems are auto- matically active after every departure. Some Intelligent Safety systems activate accord- Warning ing to the last setting. Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a Press button briefly: substitute for the driver’s personal judg- –...
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CONTROLS Safety A camera at the base of the interior mirror Safety information controls the system. The Forward Collision Warning is available Warning even if cruise control has been deactivated. The system cannot serve as a substitute The driver’s own driving behavior is taken for the driver’s personal judgment in as- into account in the reactions of the system, sessing the traffic situation.
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Camera – The LED goes out. Setting the warning time The warning time can be set via the Central Information Display (CID). "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" "Intelligent Safety" The camera is installed near the interior "Warning time" mirror. Select the desired setting.
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CONTROLS Safety Manual transmission: during a brake inter- Icon Measure vention up to a complete stop, the engine Icon lights up red: prewarning. may be shut down. Brake and increase distance. The brake intervention can be interrupted by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by Symbol flashes red and an acous- actively moving the steering wheel.
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Safety CONTROLS Functional limitations sion with pedestrians and assists with brake intervention just before a collision in the The system may be limited in the following speed range from approx. 6 mph/10 km/h situations: to approx. 35 mph/60 km/h. – In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snow- The system reacts to people who are within fall.
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CONTROLS Safety Camera Warning Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judg- ment. Due to its limits, the system may not issue warnings or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a manner that is not consistent with their normal use.
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Safety CONTROLS – All Intelligent Safety systems are System limits switched off. Safety information – The LED goes out. Warning with light braking Warning function The system is designed to operate in cer- tain conditions and circumstances. Due to Display conditions or other factors, the system may not respond.
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CONTROLS Safety – Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine via the Start/Stop button. Warning – During calibration of the camera imme- Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a diately after vehicle delivery. substitute for the driver’s personal judg- ment.
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Safety CONTROLS Turning on/off Output of warning Turning on automatically If you leave the lane The lane departure warning is automatically If you leave the lane and if a lane marking activated after departure, if the function has been detected, the steering wheel vi- was switched on the last time the engine brates.
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CONTROLS Safety – When lane markings are covered in Overview snow, ice, dirt or water. Steering wheel buttons, left – In tight curves or on narrow roads. – When lane markings are covered by ob- Button Function jects. System on/off. –...
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Safety CONTROLS The displays turn off. pedal all the way down, there is no sig- nal. Changing the speed limit Displays in the instrument cluster button: press up or down repeat- edly until the desired speed limit is set. Instrument cluster without enhanced –...
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CONTROLS Safety tected or not be detected in time. There is – With a sporty driving style, such as dur- a risk of accident. Make sure that the ing rapid acceleration or when corner- driver is rested and alert. Adjust driving ing fast.
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Safety CONTROLS Canceling automatic braking It can be necessary to interrupt automatic braking in certain situations, for instance for an evasive maneuver. Canceling automatic braking: – By pressing the brake pedal. – By pressing the accelerator pedal. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options Dynamic Stability Control Principle This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Within the physical limits, the system helps the series. It also describes features and to keep the vehicle on a steady course by functions that are not necessarily available reducing engine power and by applying...
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Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Indicator/warning lights Automatic activation If Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated, Indicator light blinks: Dynamic Sta- it is automatically activated in the following bility Control controls the drive and situations: brake forces. – The vehicle has a flat tire. Indicator light illuminates: the Dynamic Sta- bility Control has malfunctioned.
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MINI Driving Modes switch Configure the program. This configuration is retrieved when Principle GREEN is activated. The MINI Driving Modes switch helps to fine-tune the vehicle's settings and features. Via the Central Information Display (CID) Choose between three different programs. "My MINI"...
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After the foot brake is released, the vehicle for greater driving agility. is held in place for approx. 2 seconds. Activating SPORT Press the MINI Driving Modes switch up- Servotronic ward until SPORT is displayed in the instru- ment cluster.
CONTROLS Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle features and options General information A camera on the interior mirror is used to detect vehicles driving ahead. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Depending on the settings, the cruise con- the series.
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Driving comfort CONTROLS – When fast approaching a slowly mov- Button Function ing vehicle. Increase the distance, refer to – Vehicle suddenly swerving into own page 187. lane. Increase speed, refer to – When fast approaching standing ve- page 186. hicles.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort If distance control is switched off, refer to Interrupting manually page 188, higher desired speeds can be se- Press the button on the steering lected as well. wheel. With the Stop&Go function for Steptronic Turning on/off and interrupting transmission: when interrupting while sta- cruise control tionary, depress the brake pedal simultane-...
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Instrument cluster without enhanced conditions and maintain the prescribed features: safety distance, possibly by braking. The stored speed is displayed by the icon in the Info Display of the instrument Reduce distance cluster. Press the button repeatedly until Instrument cluster with en- the desired distance is set.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Calling up the stored speed and Displays in the instrument cluster distance Set speed and stored speed Press the button with the system in- terrupted. Cruise control is contin- Instrument cluster without enhanced ued with the stored values. The in- features: strument cluster briefly displays the In addition to the indicator light, the...
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Instrument cluster with enhanced Distance display features: Distance 3 Vehicle symbol flashes. The conditions are not adequate for the sys- Distance 4 tem to work. This value is set automatically af- The system was deactivated but applies the ter the system is switched on.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Deceleration – On steep uphill grades. – In front of bumps in the road. The system does not decelerate in the fol- lowing situations: In these cases, press on the accelerator pedal. – For pedestrians, cyclists or similarly slow-moving road users.
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Weather – Up to 20 seconds after the start of the engine, via the Start/Stop button. The following restrictions can occur under – During calibration of the camera imme- unfavorable weather or light conditions: diately after vehicle delivery. –...
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CONTROLS Driving comfort – On winding roads. The current speed is adopted as the desired speed and is displayed with the symbol in – With high traffic volume. the instrument cluster. – On slippery roads, in fog, snow, or wet conditions, or on a loose road Instrument cluster with en- surface.
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Adjusting the speed Make sure that the difference between cur- rent speed and stored speed is not too large before calling up the stored speed. Other- Maintaining/storing the speed wise, unintentional deceleration or acceler- Press button in the interrupted ation may occur.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Instrument cluster with en- The range, depending on obstacles and en- hanced features: vironmental conditions, is approx. 6 ft/2 m. The desired speed is displayed together with the symbol. An acoustic warning is first given in the fol- lowing situations: –...
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With front Park Distance Control: automatic button in the vehicle activation when obstacles are detected can be switched off. Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" "Parking" "Automatic PDC Activation": depending on the vehicle equipment. "Automatic PDC Activation"...
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The ratio of the volume of the Park Distance Control signal tone to the entertainment Limits of ultrasonic measurement volume can be adjusted. The detection of objects with ultrasonic "My MINI" measurements can run into physical limits, for instance under the following conditions: "System settings" –...
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Driving comfort CONTROLS – With objects with a fine surface struc- Red icon is displayed, and the detec- ture such as fences. tion range of the sensors is dimmed on the Control Display. – For objects with porous surfaces. – Low objects already displayed, for in- Park Distance Control malfunction.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Overview Switch the system back on, if needed. Depending on the vehicle equipment: Depending on the vehicle equipment: switching on/off manually button in the vehicle Press the park assistance button. – On: the LED lights up. – Off: the LED goes out.
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Obstacles are marked, depending on the Obstacle marking vehicle equipment. Pathway lines Depending on the vehicle equipment, obsta- cle markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera. Pathway lines can be superimposed on the The colored steps of the obstacle markings image of the rearview camera.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort Parking using lanes and turning System limits circle lines Detection of objects Position the vehicle so that the turning Very low obstacles or high, protruding ob- circle lines lead to within the limits of jects such as ledges may not be recognized the parking space.
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Driving comfort CONTROLS The Automatic Parking Assistant calculates Overview the best possible parking line and takes control of steering during the parking oper- Button in the vehicle ation. System status and instructions on required actions are displayed on the Control Dis- play.
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– Gaps behind an object that has a min. The system is activated. length of 5 ft/1.5 m. – Gap between two objects with a mini- Parking space search and system mum length of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m. status –...
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Parking using the Automatic Canceling automatically Parking Assistant The system is interrupted automatically in the following situations: Parking – If the driver grasps the steering wheel or takes over steering. Press the park assistance button – If a gear is selected that does not match or shift into reverse gear to switch on the instruction on the Control Display.
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CONTROLS Driving comfort System limits – With external fault of the ultrasound, for instance from passing vehicles or loud machines. Safety information – When sensors are dirty, iced over, dam- aged or out of position. Warning – If cargo protrudes. The system is designed to operate in cer- –...
Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and options – Emission tested passenger compart- ment. – Microfilter. This chapter describes all standard, country- – Air conditioning system to control the specific and optional features offered with temperature, air flow and recirculated- the series.
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CONTROLS Climate control Air conditioning system 1 Air distribution settings 6 Air recirculation mode 2 Air flow 7 Rear window defroster 3 Temperature 8 Heated windshield 4 Seat heating, right 9 Seat heating, left 5 Air conditioning Climate control functions in detail Temperature Principle Switching the system on/off...
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Climate control CONTROLS Air conditioning ter a certain amount of time, depending on the outside temperature. Principle With extended air recirculation mode, the air quality in the interior deteriorates and The air in the interior will be cooled and de- window fogging increases.
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CONTROLS Climate control To defrost windows and remove Rear window defroster condensation Press the button. The LED lights up. Make the following settings to defrost the The rear window defroster switches windows and remove condensation: off automatically after a certain period of –...
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Climate control CONTROLS 9 Maximum cooling 13 Heated windshield 10 Air conditioning 14 To defrost windows and remove conden- sation 11 Air recirculation mode 15 Seat heating, left 12 Rear window defroster Climate control functions in detail Air conditioning Principle Switching the system on/off The air in the interior will be cooled and de- Turning on...
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In the convertible program, the automatic cli- AUTO program mate control is optimized for driving with the convertible top open. In addition, the air Principle flow is increased as the vehicle speed in- The AUTO program cools, ventilates or creases.
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Climate control CONTROLS With extended air recirculation mode, the – Windows and footwell. air quality in the interior deteriorates and – Windows. window fogging increases. – Windows and upper body area. In case of window condensation, switch off – Upper body area. air recirculation mode and increase the air flow, if needed.
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Switching on/off directly Via the Central Information Display (CID): – Turn knob for continuous opening and "My MINI" closing of the air vents. "Vehicle settings" – Swivel the air vents to alter the airflow If necessary, "Climate functions"...
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Climate control CONTROLS Preselecting the activation time Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Vehicle settings" If necessary, "Climate functions" "Comfort ventilation" Select the desired activation time. Set the desired time. Activating the activation time Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI"...
CONTROLS Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- Warning specific and optional features offered with The operation of remote-controlled sys- the series. It also describes features and tems with the integrated universal remote functions that are not necessarily available control, such as the garage door, may re- in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-...
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Interior equipment CONTROLS Overview down the interior mirror button and re- peatedly press and release the hand-held transmitter button for 2 seconds. 6. – The LED lights up green: program- ming completed. Release the button. – The LED flashes fast: programming is not complete.
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CONTROLS Interior equipment Synchronizing the universal remote control Release the button. with the system: – The LED flashes fast: the hand-held transmitter was detected but pro- Park the vehicle within range of the re- gramming is not complete. mote-controlled system. Press the button on the interior mir- Program the relevant button on the inte- ror for 2 seconds and release.
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Interior equipment CONTROLS Deleting stored functions Mirror display All stored functions will be deleted. The The compass shows the current driving di- functions cannot be deleted individually. rection. Press and hold the two outer buttons on the Operating concept interior mirror simultaneously for approxi- mately 10 seconds until the LED on the in- Various functions can be called up by press- terior mirror flashes green fast.
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10 seconds. Set the currently valid compass zone. Make sure that the convertible top is Calibrating the digital compass completely closed. The digital compass must be calibrated in...
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Interior equipment CONTROLS Ashtray/cigarette lighter Open convertible top completely. Press and hold the adjustment knob for approx. 6 to 7 seconds so that "C" ap- Overview pears on the display. Next, drive in a complete circle at least once at a speed of no more than 4 mph/7 km/h.
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CONTROLS Interior equipment NOTICE NOTICE If metal objects fall into the socket, they Battery chargers that charge the vehicle can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of battery via sockets or cigarette lighters in damage to property, among other potential the vehicle may overload or damage the damage.
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Type C are located in the front of the NOTE center console. This device has been tested for human ex- Properties of upper USB port: posure limits and found compliant at a mini- mum distance of 4 in/10 cm during opera- – USB port Type A. tion.
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CONTROLS Interior equipment Therefore, a distance of 4 in/10 cm must Functional requirements be maintained in every direction when op- – Ignition or standby state is switched on. erating the device. – The mobile phone must compatibly sup- port the required Qi standard. Compati- ble mobile phones, refer to page 52.
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Interior equipment CONTROLS LED displays Insert the mobile phone with the display facing upward in the direction of the front holder, arrow 1. Color Meaning Blue The mobile phone is charging. Depending on the model, the blue LED is no longer illuminated once the inserted mobile phone with Qi capability is fully charged.
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MINI dealer. You must not remove the booster from the car nor use it with any other than the prein- stalled coupling device or antenna.
Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and options – Glove compartment on the front passen- ger side. – Compartments in the doors. This chapter describes all standard, country- – Storage compartment in the center arm- specific and optional features offered with rest.
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CONTROLS Storage compartments Opening interior. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do not use any break- able objects while driving. Only stow breakable objects in closed storage com- partments. Center armrest General information Pull the handle. The center armrest contains a storage com- The light in the glove compartment partment.
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Storage compartments CONTROLS Cup holders Back Safety information Warning Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may damage the cup holders or be thrown about the car’s interior in the event of an accident, an evasive maneuver, or forceful braking. Spilled liquids can distract from In front of the rear seats.
CONTROLS Cargo area Cargo area Vehicle features and options objects or devices that are connected to the vehicle via a cable. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Warning the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available Improperly stowed objects can slip and be thrown into the car's interior, for instance...
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Cargo area CONTROLS luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1,400 - – Do not stack cargo above the upper edge 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) of the backrests. – Small and light cargo: secure with lug- Determine the combined weight of lug- gage straps or draw straps.
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Push convertible top down and hold. Enlarging the cargo area Push the handles outward to lock the convertible top. Check that the convertible top is locked. Principle The cargo area can be enlarged as follows: Lashing eyes in the cargo area –...
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Cargo area partition child seat. There is a risk of injury or dan- ger to life. Make sure that the child re- Fold the convertible top upward as de- straint system fits securely against the scribed under Loading aid, refer to backrest.
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Fold the convertible top downward as described under Loading aid, refer to page 230, and lock it. Return the cargo area partition into the lower position so that the convertible top can be used. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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Cargo area CONTROLS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Engine, transmission, and axle drive This chapter describes all standard, country- Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and Do not exceed the maximum engine and functions that are not necessarily available road speed:...
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If driving with the tailgate open cannot be avoided: Mobile radio in the vehicle – If the convertible top is closed, close all windows and the sliding sun roof. Warning – Greatly increase the blower output. Vehicle electronics and mobile communi- –...
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DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Aquaplaning Perform emergency braking in situations that require such. On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water Steering is still responsive. You can still can form between the tires and road sur- avoid any obstacles with a minimum of face.
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Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Hills braking slowly - generally this cannot be corrected. General information Condensation water under the Drive long or steep downhill gradients in parked vehicle the gear that requires least braking effort. Otherwise, the brake system may overheat When using the automatic climate control, and reduce braking effect.
DRIVING TIPS Reducing fuel consumption Reducing fuel consumption Vehicle features and options Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aerodynamics and increase the fuel con- sumption. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and Close the windows functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-...
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MINI recommends that mainte- The fuel supply is interrupted in coasting/ nance work be performed by a MINI service overrun mode. center. Additional information: Switch off the engine during...
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– "GREEN speed warning" – "GREEN climate control" General information – "Coasting" The system includes the following MINI- Settings are stored for the driver profile MALISM functions and MINIMALISM dis- currently used. plays: – GREEN Limit, refer to page GREEN Limit –...
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Mark in the right area, arrow 2: display cluster using the Central Information Dis- when accelerating. play (CID): The efficiency of your driving style is "My MINI" shown by the position of the mark: "System settings" – Mark inside the green range: efficient "Displays"...
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Reducing fuel consumption GREEN tip, symbols Displaying the MINIMALISM analyzer An additional icon and text instructions are Via the Central Information Display (CID): displayed. "My MINI" Icon Measure "Technology in action" For an efficient driving style, look "MINIMALISM Analyser" well ahead when driving, acceler-...
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Display Displaying MINIMALISM information Via the Central Information Display (CID): Instrument cluster without enhanced features "My MINI" "Technology in action" "MINIMALISM" System limits The function is not available if one of the following conditions applies: –...
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Functional requirement This function is available in GREEN driving mode. Displaying the MINIMALISM analyzer Via the Central Information Display (CID): "My MINI" "Technology in action" "MINIMALISM Analyser" Display on the Control Display The display of the MINIMALISM analyzer consists of a fish in a water glass, a table of values and the display of the achieved bo- nus range.
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Reducing fuel consumption DRIVING TIPS Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
MOBILITY Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Fuel cap Opening This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge the series. It also describes features and and open it. functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- tions or country versions.
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Refueling MOBILITY Closing Safety information Warning NOTICE The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling jammed and crushed during closing. The of the fuel tank can damage the fuel sys- cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel tem.
MOBILITY Fuel Fuel Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- tions or country versions.
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This has no effect on the engine life. NOTICE Fuel that does not comply with the mini- mum quality can compromise engine func- tion or cause engine damage. There is a risk of damage to property, among other potential damage.
MOBILITY Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options Tire pressure specifications In the tire inflation pressure table This chapter describes all standard, country- The tire inflation pressure table, refer to specific and optional features offered with page 251, contains all tire inflation pres- the series.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/ Determine the intended tire inflation 160 km/h. pressure levels for the mounted tires. Check the tire inflation pressure in all Tire pressure values up to four tires, using a pressure gage, for ex- 100 mph/160 km/h ample.
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires COOPER S JOHN COOPER WORKS Tire size Pressure specifica- Tire size Pressure specifications tions in bar/PSI in bar/PSI Specifications Specifications in bar/PSI with in bar/PSI with cold tires cold tires 195/55 R 16 87 2.4 / 35 2.2 / 32 205/45 R 17 88 2.7 / 39...
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire pressure values over 100 mph/ COOPER S 160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifica- tions in bar/PSI COOPER Specifications Tire size Pressure specifica- in bar/PSI with tions in bar/PSI cold tires Specifications in bar/PSI with 195/55 R 16 87 3.0 / 44 2.6 / 38 cold tires...
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires JOHN COOPER WORKS Locate the maximum tire load on the tire sidewall and the Gross Axle Weight Rating – GAWR – on the certification label on the Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI driver’s door pillar. Divide the tire load by 1.1.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY The traction grade assigned to this tire is Designation Manufacture date based on straight-ahead braking traction DOT … 0122 1st week 2022 tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applica- Temperature ble on the tire sidewall between tread...
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire tread Driving over rough or damaged road surfa- ces, as well as debris, curbs and other obsta- cles can cause serious damage to wheels, Summer tires tires and suspension parts. This is more likely to occur with low-profile tires, which Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less provide less cushioning between the wheel than 0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an...
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety information Warning Tires can become damaged by driving over Warning obstacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at Wheels and tires which are not suitable high speed. Larger wheels have a smaller for your vehicle can damage parts of the tire cross-section.
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires Recommended tire brands Winter tires For each tire size, the manufacturer of the Winter tires are recommended for operat- vehicle recommends certain tire brands. ing on winter roads. The tire brands can be identified by a star Winter tires can be identified by the sym- on the tire sidewall.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheel change between axles Safety information Different abrasion patterns can occur on the front and rear axles depending on individual Warning driving conditions. The tires can be rotated The vehicle handles differently when a in pairs between the axles to achieve even runflat tire has insufficient or no tire pres- abrasion.
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires side the hazardous area in a safe place, Overview such as behind a guardrail. Storage – If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an appropriate distance. The tire repair set is located under the cargo area floor. Tire repair set Sealant bottle Principle...
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Safety precautions Filling Shake the sealant bottle. – Park the vehicle as far away as possible from passing traffic and on solid ground. – Turn on the hazard warning system. – Secure the vehicle against rolling away by setting the parking brake.
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires sporadically reach approx. 5 bar. Do not Screw the filler hose of the sealant bot- switch off the compressor in this phase. tle onto the tire valve of the faulty wheel. Checking and adjusting the tire inflation pressure Checking Switch off the compressor.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Minimum tire inflation pressure is Screw the connection hose of the com- pressor directly onto the tire valve stem. reached Unscrew the connection hose of the compressor from the tire valve. Pull the connector out of the power socket in the vehicle interior.
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires Safety information Correct the tire inflation pressure to at least 2.0 bar. – Increase tire pressure: with the igni- Warning tion turned on or the engine run- With the mounting of tire chains on un- ning, turn on the compressor and let suitable tires, the tire chains can come it run for a maximum of 10 minutes.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Maximum speed with tire chains Warning Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h The jack, issued by the vehicle manufac- when using tire chains. turer, is provided in order to perform a wheel change in the event of a breakdown. Changing wheels/tires The jack is not designed for frequent use;...
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires On a slight downhill gradient Warning A vehicle that is raised on a jack may fall off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted on it. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking points Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar- row 1, and grasp the jack crank handle or lever with your other hand, arrow 2. The jacking points for the vehicle jack are located at the marked positions. Insert the jack into the rectangular re- cess of the jacking point closest to the Jacking up the vehicle...
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires Make sure that the car jack foot stands Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts vertically and at a right angle beneath and tighten all lug bolts well in a cross- the jacking point. wise pattern. Turn the jack crank handle counter- clockwise to retract the jack and lower the vehicle.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Also check the tire inflation pressure of the Screw lug wrench onto the thread and emergency wheel in the cargo area regu- hold in place with one hand. larly, and correct it as needed. Safety information Warning The emergency wheel has particular di- mensions.
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MOBILITY Wheels and tires or another qualified service center or repair shop. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- tions or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems, specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be the series.
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MOBILITY Engine compartment Hood Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening Safety information and closing the hood. There is a risk of in- jury. Make sure that the travel path of the Warning hood is clear during opening and closing. Improperly executed work in the engine compartment can damage vehicle compo- nents and impair vehicle functions.
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Engine compartment MOBILITY Indicator/warning lights When the hood is opened, a Check Control message is displayed. Closing the hood Energetically close the hood from approx. 20 in/50 cm. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
MOBILITY Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with NOTICE the series. It also describes features and An engine oil level that is too low causes functions that are not necessarily available engine damage.
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A current measured value is available after Performing a detailed measurement approx. 30 minutes of normal driving. Via the Central Information Display (CID): Displaying the engine oil level "My MINI" Via the Central Information Display (CID): "Vehicle status" "My MINI" "Engine oil level"...
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MOBILITY Engine oil Safety information Adding engine oil Open the hood, refer to page 272. Warning Open the lid counterclockwise. Operating materials, for instance oils, greases, coolants, fuels, can contain harm- ful ingredients. There is a risk of injury or danger to life.
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Engine oil MOBILITY Suitable engine oil types Up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil with the following oil specification can be topped Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-14 FE+. BMW Longlife-17 FE+. Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil with the following oil rating can be added:...
MOBILITY Coolant Coolant Vehicle features and options Warning Additives are harmful and incorrect addi- This chapter describes all standard, country- tives can damage the engine. There is a specific and optional features offered with risk of injury and risk of damage to prop- the series.
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Coolant MOBILITY Disposal The coolant level is correct if it lies be- tween the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck. Comply with the relevant environ- mental protection regulations when disposing of coolant and coolant ad- ditives. Close the lid. Adding coolant Let the engine cool down.
The service center can read this data out and suggest a maintenance scope for the vehi- MINI maintenance system cle. Therefore, hand the service advisor the ve- The maintenance system provides service hicle key with which the vehicle was driven notifications and thereby provides support most recently.
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Maintenance MOBILITY formed by a service center or another quali- Position fied service center or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Diagnostic socket General information Devices connected to the diagnostic socket will trigger the alarm system after locking On the driver’s side, there is a socket for on- the vehicle.
MOBILITY Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options Wiper blades Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and NOTICE functions that are not necessarily available The window may sustain damage if the in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- tions or country versions.
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Replacing components MOBILITY source. These light-emitting diodes are re- Pull the wiper blade down out of the lated to conventional lasers and are offi- holder on the wiper arm, arrow 1. cially designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes. Follow the safety information, refer to page 283.
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MOBILITY Replacing components Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Side tail lights Warning Intensive brightness can irritate or dam- age the retina of the eye. There is a risk of injury. Do not look directly into the head- lights or other light sources. Do not re- move the LED covers.
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Replacing components MOBILITY Vehicle battery Turn the bulb holder for the reversing light, arrow, counterclockwise and re- move it. General information The battery is maintenance-free. More information about the battery can be requested from a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
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MOBILITY Replacing components Charging the battery – Memory function: store the positions again. General information – Time: update. Make sure that the battery is always suffi- – Date: update. ciently charged to guarantee that the bat- Disposing of old batteries tery remains usable for its full service life.
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Swing the cover down, arrow. Information on the fuse layout, as well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is available on the Internet: www.mini.com/ fusecard. Where applicable, information on the fuse layout is also found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.
Storage for the first-aid kit is provided in the cargo area. MINI Roadside Assistance Principle MINI Roadside Assistance can be contacted if assistance is needed in the event of a breakdown. Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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A telephone number is displayed, if The Intelligent Assist system establishes a needed. Select to dial the telephone connection with the MINI Response Center. number on a connected mobile phone. For technical reasons, the Emergency Call cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable Teleservice Diagnosis conditions.
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SOS button at the interior mirror transmitted to the MINI Response Cen- ter. Functional requirements If you can no longer hear the MINI Re- sponse Center through the loudspeakers, – The ignition is switched on. the hands-free system, for instance, may –...
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Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Connecting the cables Warning To prevent personal injury or damage to If the jumper cables are connected in the both vehicles, adhere strictly to the follow- incorrect order, spark formation may oc- ing procedure. cur. There is a risk of injury. Pay attention Pull off the cover cap of the jump-start to the correct order during connection.
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MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Check the battery and recharge, if needed. – Lift the vehicle using suitable means. – Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow fitting, body parts, or suspension Tow-starting and towing parts. Safety information Pushing the vehicle To remove a broken-down vehicle from the hazardous area, it can be pushed for a short Warning...
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Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Follow the following instructions: Towing other vehicles – Make sure that the ignition is switched General information on; otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn signals, and wipers may be unavail- Switch on the hazard warning system, de- able.
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MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Tow rope – Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for instance do not lift the vehicle by the Observe the following notes when using the tow fitting. tow rope: – Check the attachment of the tow fitting –...
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Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY other qualified service center or repair shop. Manual transmission If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start the engine by jump-starting, refer to page 290. If the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter, only tow-start while the engine is cold.
MOBILITY Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Vehicle features and options Steam cleaners or high pressure cleaners This chapter describes all standard, country- Safety information specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available NOTICE in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- When cleaning with high pressure clean-...
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After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking ef- – Do not treat the convertible top with fect can be reduced. The heat generated wax. Ensure that a cycle without wax during braking dries brake disks and brake or a special convertible program is pads and protects them against corrosion.
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Warning partment for a long period of time. Do Cleaning agents can contain substances not fold up the convertible top or stow it that are dangerous and harmful to your in the convertible top compartment if it health. There is a risk of injury. When is wet or frozen.
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Upholstery material care water. Follow notes regarding automatic car washes. General information Treat the convertible top with an impreg- Vacuum the cushions regularly with a vac- nating agent after it has been washed three uum cleaner. to five times.
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MOBILITY Vehicle Care adjacent components, such as the brake property, among other potential damage. disk. Clean with a microfiber cloth. Dampen the cloth lightly with water, if needed. After cleaning, apply the brakes shortly to dry them. The heat generated during brak- Clean with a microfiber cloth.
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Vehicle Care MOBILITY If the floor carpets are very contaminated, clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth in the driving di- rection only. Sensor/camera lenses To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass detergent.
The dimensions can vary depending on the The height of the vehicle can also differ, model version, equipment version or coun- e.g., due to tires and vehicle load. try-specific measurement procedure. MINI Convertible Width with mirrors in/mm 75.9/1,928 Width without mirrors...
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REFERENCE Technical data MINI John Cooper Works Convertible Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 3,957/1,795 Payload lbs/kg 778/353 Approved front axle weight lbs/kg 2,194/995 Approved rear axle weight lbs/kg 1,819/825 Filling capacities MINI Convertible Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 11.6/44.0 Observe further information on fuel quality, refer to page 248.
Updates made after the edito- In contrast to the description in the rial deadline Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle, the MINI FindMate equipment is not availa- ble. The following chapters were updated in the printed version of the Owner's Manual after...
REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index Antilock Braking System Apps, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication ABS, see Antilock Braking System Aquaplaning Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Con- Arrival time trol Ashtray Accessories and parts Assistance when driving off, see Drive-off ACC, see Cruise Control with Distance Con- assistant...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Backrest, seats Cargo area capacity, expanding Bad weather light Cargo area, enlarging Battery, disposing of Cargo area partition Battery, vehicle Cargo area, storage compartments Being towed, see Tow-starting and tow- Cargo, stowing and securing Cargo straps Belts, see Seat belts Car key, see Vehicle key...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Child seat, mounting Convertible mode, automatic climate con- Child seat mountings LATCH trol Child seats Convertible program, automatic climate Chrome parts, care control Cigarette lighter Convertible, roof City light braking function Convertible top Cleaning, displays, screens...
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Defrosting, windows 208, Driver profiles Deleting, personal data Driver profiles, exporting profiles Departure schedule, see Pre-ventila- Driver profiles, importing profiles tion Driving Dynamics Control, see MINI Driv- Destination distance ing Modes switch Destination input Driving Excitement Device, connecting Driving mode, GREEN...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Emergency call Eyes for securing cargo Emergency service, see MINI Roadside As- sistance Emergency unlocking, fuel filler flap Emergency unlocking, transmission Failure message, see Check Control lock Fan, see Air flow 207, Emergency unlocking, trunk lid...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE For Your Own Safety Front airbags Front passenger's side exterior mirror, tilt- Handbrake, electric, see Parking brake, ing down, see Automatic Curb Moni- electric Handbrake, manual, see Parking brake, Front passenger airbags, automatic deacti- manual vation Hand-held transmitter, alternating...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Interior lights during unlocking Interior lights, locked vehicle Interior mirror iBrake – PostCrash Interior mirror, automatic dimming fea- Ice warning, see External temperature ture warning Interior mirror, compass Icy roads, see External temperature warn- Interior mirror, dashboard overview Interior mirror, manually dimmable Identification marks, tires...
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Meters, see Instrument cluster Lower back support, see Lumbar sup- Microfilter 208, port MID - program, driving dynamics Luggage straps MINI Connected, see Owner's Manual for Lumbar support Navigation, Entertainment, Communica- tion MINI driving modes MINI logo projection during unlocking...
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Old battery Mobile phones, suitable On-board diagnosis Mobile radio in the vehicle Onboard literature, printed Mobile Service, see MINI Roadside Assis- Onboard vehicle tool kit tance On-call service, see MINI Roadside Assis- Mobility System, see Tire repair set tance...
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Profiles, see Driver profiles Rollover protection system Programmable memory buttons, Central In- RON, see gasoline quality formation Display (CID) Roof, see Convertible top Protective function, windows, see Jam pro- Route, navigation, see Owner's Manual for tection system Navigation, Entertainment, Communica-...
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Speed Limit Device, see Speed Lim- iter Sensors, care Speed limit, display, see Speed Limit Service and warranty Info Service Center, see MINI Roadside Assis- Speed Limiter tance Speed Limit Info Service notifications, display Speed Limit Info, trip computer Service notifications, see Condition Based...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Steptronic Sport transmission, see Step- Theft alarm system, see Alarm system tronic transmission Thigh support Steptronic Sport transmission with double Tilt alarm sensor clutch, see Steptronic transmission Tilting down, front passenger's side exterior Steptronic transmission mirror, see Automatic Curb Monitor Steptronic transmission with double clutch, Time...
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REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Transmission, see Steptronic transmis- Vehicle care sion Vehicle care products Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment Tread, tires Vehicle identification number Trip computer 138, Vehicle issues Triple turn signal activation Vehicle jack Trip odometer Vehicle key Trip recorder, see Trip odometer Vehicle key, additional Trunk, cargo area partition...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Wheelbase Wheel base, vehicle Wheel change Wheels Wheels and tires, exchange Width, vehicle Wind deflector Windows, powered Windshield defroster 208, Windshield washer fluid, see Washer fluid Windshield washer nozzles 111, Windshield wiper, see Wiper sys- tem 109, Windshield wipers, fold-away posi- tion 111,...
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California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405A53AA0 - II/22...
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MINI MOTORER'S GUIDE APP. YOUR DIGITAL VEHICLE INFORMATION. The MINI Motorer's Guide app explains the equipment of your vehicle and offers further scopes and functions: All information surrounding navigation, entertainment and communication Photorealistic animations for various vehicle functions Keyword search 360°...
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