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OWNER'S MANUAL.

MINI COUNTRYMAN.

Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24

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Page 1 CONTENT OWNER'S MANUAL. MINI COUNTRYMAN. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 3 The more familiar you are with the vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest the following: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new MINI. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. It contains important notes on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your MINI.
Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS The Integrated Owner's Manual for the vehicle will contain the latest infor- mation after the vehicle software is updated, e.g., after a MINI Remote Software Upgrade. NOTES Information..........................Electric drive.........................16 Safety of the high-voltage system.................. QUICK REFERENCE Getting in..........................
Page 5 Driving comfort......................... Climate control........................283 Interior equipment......................293 Storage compartments.....................300 Cargo area..........................304 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving................Trailer and rear carrier....................Increasing range........................327 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle......................Wheels and tires........................347 Under the hood........................373 Operating fluids......................... Maintenance........................Replacing components....................Breakdown Assistance....................Vehicle care........................
Page 6 NOTES Information Information Using this Owner's Manual tained as a printed book from an authorized service center. The topics are also discussed in the Orientation Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. The fastest way to find information on a particular topic is by using the index. Media at a glance For an overview of the vehicle, we recom- mend reading the Quick Reference Guide in...
Page 7 "General help" Internet Selecting context help from a Check Control message Vehicle information and general informa- tion on MINI, e.g., on technology, are availa- Directly from the Check Control message on ble on the Internet: www.miniusa.com. the Interaction Unit: "Owner's Manual"...
Page 8 NOTES Information Icons and displays Icons in the Owner's Manual Icon Meaning Precautions that must be followed in order to avoid the possibility of injury to yourself and to others as well as serious damage to the The high-voltage safety icons found on ve- vehicle.
Page 9 Information NOTES A claim for the availability of equipment, a After a software update in the vehicle system or a function in the vehicle cannot After a vehicle software update, for ex- be derived based on the description in the ample, via Remote Software Upgrade, the Owner's Manual.
Page 10 MINI parts and accessories were tested by the manufacturer of the MINI for their safety and suitability in MINI vehicles. Warning The manufacturer of the vehicle warrants Operating, servicing and maintaining a genuine MINI parts and accessories.
Page 11 NOTES except as necessary, service the vehicle Specifications for maintenance measures: in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves – MINI Maintenance system. or wash your hands frequently when Maintenance, refer to page 378. servicing the vehicle. For more informa- –...
Page 12 In addition, there are other ways to asso- unit functions. Furthermore, it also serves ciate data collected from the vehicle with to detect and correct malfunctions, and the driver or vehicle owner, e.g., the MINI helps the vehicle manufacturer to optimize Connected account used. vehicle functions.
Page 13 Information NOTES – Settings for the seat and steering wheel There is no further interaction between the positions. mobile device and the vehicle such as active access to vehicle data. – Chassis and air conditioning settings. How the data will be processed further is If necessary, data can be transferred to the determined by the provider of the particular entertainment and communication system...
Page 14 NOTES Information whole. This excludes functions and services data is recorded by the EDR under normal required by law such as Assist systems. driving conditions and no personal data, for instance name, gender, age, and crash loca- Services from other providers tion, are recorded.
Page 15 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to noti- The vehicle identification number is located fying MINI of North America, LLC, P.O. Box on the nameplate, on the right side of the 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, vehicle.
Page 16 NOTES Electric drive Electric drive Vehicle features and options vert the kinetic energy released into electric energy. The high-voltage battery is partially recharged with this electrical This chapter describes model-specific energy in order to increase the range. equipment, systems, and functions that are –...
Page 17 Electric drive NOTES Energy recovery The vehicle is preconditioned while it charges in order to generate the greatest The high-voltage battery is charged via en- possible range by departure. ergy recovery when driving. Additional information: Energy recovery is also called recuperation. Pre-conditioning, refer to page 291.
Page 18 Service life of high-voltage battery, long stationary periods, and vehicle shut- down, refer to page 345. MINI app The MINI app provides mobility-based serv- ices and applications. Safety of the high-voltage system Follow all safety instructions for the high- voltage system.
Page 19 Safety of the high-voltage system NOTES Safety of the high-voltage system Vehicle features and options It is recommended that the work on the vehicle, in particular maintenance and re- pair, is performed by an authorized service This chapter describes model-specific center or another qualified service center equipment, systems, and functions that are or repair shop.
Page 20 NOTES Safety of the high-voltage system High-voltage battery monitor voltage battery temperature is too high while driving, proceed as follows: Principle Stop immediately. Park vehicle in a safe place. The temperature of the high-voltage battery is monitored. Exit the vehicle. Warnings are issued when the high-voltage Establish and keep a sufficient distance battery temperature is unusually high.
Page 21 Safety of the high-voltage system NOTES Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 22 QUICK REFERENCE Getting in Getting in Opening and closing press the button on the vehicle key again to unlock the other vehicle access points. After opening one of the front doors, the Vehicle key vehicle is ready for operation. Locking with the vehicle key Close the driver's door.
Page 23 Getting in QUICK REFERENCE The vehicle is not secured against theft Closing the cargo area when locking. Unlocking the vehicle Press the unlock button on the driv- er's door. Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation.
Page 24 The Interaction Unit's main menu is divided into different areas, e.g., menu bar, status information, and widgets. MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant Principle The MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant is a personal assistant that operates various ve- hicle functions by means of natural spoken commands. 1 Parking brake...
Page 25 Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors and steering Adjusting the head restraint wheel Adjusting the height Manually adjustable seats – To raise the height of the head restraint, push the head restraint upward. 1 Longitudinal direction –...
Page 26 QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Overview Icon Meaning Fold the exterior mirror in and out. Adjust the exterior mirrors. Select left exterior mirror, Auto- matic Curb Monitor. Select right exterior mirror. The memory buttons are located on the front seats. Storing settings Adjusting the steering wheel Set the desired position.
Page 27 Press the volume button to turn off sound output. If necessary, select connection mode: Pressing the button again "Continue with MINI Interaction Unit" restores the previous vol- The mobile device is displayed in the device ume. list.
Page 28 QUICK REFERENCE On the road On the road Driving Drive-ready state in detail Functional requirements Drive-ready state Driving is possible when the following pre- requisites are met: General information – The high-voltage battery has sufficient Using electric drive-ready state to start the charge.
Page 29 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Only engage selector lever position R when The parking brake is released. the vehicle is stationary. In selector lever position B, the vehicle de- Parking celerates more sharply than selector lever Make sure the parking brake is engaged. position D when rolling to a stop.
Page 30 QUICK REFERENCE On the road High-beam headlights, Functions via the Interaction Unit headlight flasher Icon Function Automatic headlight control. Low-beam headlights. Exterior lighting off. – To turn on the high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beam Assistant. push the turn signal lever forward, ar- row 1.
Page 31 On the road QUICK REFERENCE To deactivate the rain sensor: Push the Position Function wiper lever back to position 0. Position 2. Normal wiper speed. Position 3. Fast wiper speed. Adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity Turning off the window wiper system and flick wipe To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor, turn the knurled wheel on the wiper lever.
Page 32 QUICK REFERENCE On the road Climate control Rear wiper Switching on the rear wiper Climate control functions Functions in the Climate menu Icon Function Turn the climate control system on/off. Automatic program. To turn on the rear wiper, rotate the outer switch on the wiper lever upward.
Page 33 On the road QUICK REFERENCE If necessary, unlock the charging cable be- Icon Function fore removing. Seat heating. The charging status is indicated on the indi- cator light on the charging socket. When the charging socket is not in use, Steering wheel heating.
Page 34 Contact MINI Assistance for information and support for all aspects of the vehicle. Go through the menu as follows: Apps menu / "All" / "MINI Assist". Select the desired service, as necessary. A voice connection to the selected serv- ice is established.
Page 35 On the road QUICK REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 36 CONTROLS Dashboard Dashboard Vehicle features and options in the future, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available In the vicinity of the steering wheel Safety switch 99...
Page 37 Unlocking the hood 374 Volume, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment Opening and closing cargo Communication 6 area 84 Audio, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, Communication 6 Voice control, MINI Intelli- gent Personal Assistant 55 Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 38 CONTROLS Dashboard In the vicinity of the center console 1 MINI Interaction Unit 49 Vehicle settings menu 55 2 Glove compartment 300 3 Switch console Parking assistance sys- tems 249 Parking brake 137 Hazard warning sys- tem 384 Selector lever 128 Defrost function 288 Turning drive-ready state on/off 127 Rear window de- froster 289...
Page 39 Dashboard CONTROLS In the vicinity of the headliner Emergency Call, SOS 386 Interior lighting menu 55 2 Glass sunroof 100 Interior lights 168 3 Interior camera 296 Indicator light, front pass- enger airbag 177 Reading lights 168 Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 40 CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Sensors of the vehicle Vehicle features and options Cameras Front camera This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the future, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Page 41 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Top view cameras – In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snow- fall. – On steep hilltops or in sharp dips in the road. – In tight curves. – When the camera field of view is cov- ered, for instance by a fogged up wind- shield or labels.
Page 42 CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle Front radar sensor Functional requirement of the radar sensors For the radar sensors to function correctly, the area around the radar sensors must be kept clean and free. Additional information: – Washing the vehicle, refer to page 392. –...
Page 43 Sensors of the vehicle CONTROLS Ultrasonic sensors Ultrasonic sensors, side Ultrasonic sensors, front The ultrasonic sensors for the parking assis- tance systems are located on the sides of the front and rear bumpers. The ultrasonic sensors of the parking as- sistance systems are located in the front Functional requirement of the bumper.
Page 44 CONTROLS Sensors of the vehicle vehicles, loud machines or other ultra- sonic sources. – Under certain weather conditions, e.g., high moisture, wet conditions, snowfall, cold, extreme heat, or strong wind. – With tow bars and trailer hitches of other vehicles. –...
Page 45 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Operating state of the vehicle Vehicle features and options Idle state Principle This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are The vehicle switches off when set to idle currently available, or may become available state.
Page 46 CONTROLS Operating state of the vehicle – Establishing standby. Establishing the sleep mode manually – Releasing the parking brake. – Opening and closing the doors or To turn on sleep mode man- windows. ually, push and hold the vol- – Engaging selector lever position N.
Page 47 Operating state of the vehicle CONTROLS Drive-ready state – Set the parking brake. – Automatic transmission: Make sure that selector lever position P is en- General information gaged. Drive-ready state is turned on/off – On uphill grades or on downhill using the Start/Stop button.
Page 48 CONTROLS Operating state of the vehicle Turning on the drive-ready state Close the driver's door. Depress the brake pedal. Turn the Start/Stop button on the switch cluster. Most indicator lights and warning lights on the Interaction Unit illuminate for different lengths of time. READY is displayed on the Interaction Unit and a signal tone sounds.
Page 49 Depending on vehicle equipment, functions Warning can also be operated via the MINI Intelli- Objects in the area in front of a display can gent Personal Assistant or the operating el- slip and damage the display. There is a risk ements in the vehicle.
Page 50 CONTROLS Display and operating concept The Interaction Unit is located on the in- Media menu strument panel above the center console. The Media menu provides entertainment system functions, e.g., radio stations, and Display can also be used to pair external devices. This icon indicates the active media source.
Page 51 Status information Sound output deactivated. Activation word active. General information MINI ID or driver profile. Status information is displayed in the form of icons on the bottom middle edge of the Go to quick access. Interaction Unit. Depending on the equip-...
Page 52 Shortcuts can only be created with an active with characters being added as necessary. MINI ID or driver profile. Press and hold the desired function. Activating/deactivating the functions "Add to shortcuts"...
Page 53 Display and operating concept CONTROLS Deleting shortcuts Using the map The navigation map can be moved on the To select a shortcut, swipe up from the Interaction Unit. middle of the Interaction Unit, from bot- tom to top. Function Operation Tap the three dots for the desired short- Move map.
Page 54 CONTROLS Display and operating concept Overview "Touchscreen" Select the desired setting. System limits When the Interaction Unit is subjected to very high temperatures, e.g., due to intense sunlight, the brightness may be reduced until the Interaction Unit switches off com- pletely.
Page 55 Displays, trip data, refer to page 142. – Range prediction, refer to page Principle – Speedometer, refer to page 151. The MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant is a personal assistant that operates various ve- Direct access buttons hicle functions by means of natural spoken commands. Principle...
Page 56 – Suggestions are activated. Then say the command. The activation word – A MINI ID or driver profile is activated. and the command can be spoken without – Corresponding MINI Connected Services pause in one sentence. are purchased in the MINI Connected Store.
Page 57 – ›Help‹: Tips and example commands for from affiliated third-party providers can be voice control are announced. used in addition to the activation word from MINI. Sample commands – ›Call John Smith‹ Go through the menu as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "System settings" / –...
Page 58 CONTROLS Display and operating concept Managing language packages menu / "All" / "Personal Assistant" / "Settings" / "General" / "Visualization". To manage language packages, go Select the desired setting. through the menu as follows: Apps menu / "All" / "Personal Assistant" / Voice control from third-party "Settings"...
Page 59 Alexa functions may be restricted while and the Search. driving your vehicle. Functional requirements Connecting mobile devices to – A MINI ID or driver profile is activated. the vehicle – An active Amazon account must exist. Principle Activating Amazon Alexa Car...
Page 60 CONTROLS Display and operating concept – Driver’s Guide app. tems or devices when the traffic situation allows. As warranted, stop and use the – Driver’s Guide Web. systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary. Safety information Overview Warning The following overview shows possible Operating the integrated information sys- tems and communication devices while functions and suitable connection modes for...
Page 61 – Consent to send corresponding data has This makes new functions, functional en- been granted in the MINI Remote Soft- hancements or quality improvements avail- ware Upgrade settings. able. Settings General information...
Page 62 Information on the Remote Software Up- grade can be displayed on the Interaction Data can then be sent from the mobile de- Unit or viewed online on the MINI portal: vice to the vehicle. This transmission method accelerates the To display information in the vehicle,...
Page 63 If all prerequisites are met, the upgrade can creases not made by the manufacturer also be installed using the MINI app. Follow of the vehicle. the instructions on the MINI app. –...
Page 64 If the vehicle has been stationary for some Once all preparations are done and all re- time, it may be necessary to recharge the quirements are met, the MINI app can also vehicle battery using the charging cable. be used to start the upgrade installation when the vehicle is parked.
Page 65 MINI Remote Software Upgrade CONTROLS Validity of the Owner's Manual Production of the vehicle At the time of production at the plant, the printed Owner's Manual is the most current resource. After a software update in the vehicle After a vehicle software update, for ex-...
Page 66 Digital key. The vehicle offers various services that Altogether, the deletion of the data can take must send data to MINI or a service pro- up to 15 minutes. In addition, the vehicle vider in order to be used. is removed from the MINI app and MINI...
Page 67 The welcome is neutral. These profiles Principle are provided to use the vehicle without a MINI ID. A new MINI ID can be added. In MINI Connected countries, the MINI ID is the personal login for all relevant offers –...
Page 68 CONTROLS Personal settings Alternatively, an authorized service center Observe the instructions on your smart- can add a vehicle to the MINI app. In this phone. case, the MINI ID must then be confirmed The MINI ID is automatically transfer- on the Interaction Unit in the correspond- red to the vehicle if the MINI app is ing vehicle.
Page 69 The MINI ID of the key last detected on The profile picture from the MINI app pro- the driver’s door is activated. file can be used for MINI IDs. To do so, synchronization with the MINI Cloud must If the MINI ID could not be detected when be enabled in the settings.
Page 70 MINI Cloud is kept after the MINI ID is deleted. If the currently To set a PIN, tap the MINI ID icon or active MINI ID is removed, another pro- profile image on the status bar.
Page 71 The profile, and the settings saved to it, can Principle be transferred to a MINI ID. The MINI ID is then displayed instead of the profile. Driver profiles can be used in countries where MINI Connected is not available in...
Page 72 CONTROLS Personal settings Functional requirement Adding a driver profile The vehicle must be stationary to create, To add a driver profile, tap the driver change, delete, or edit a driver profile. profile icon or profile picture on the sta- tus bar. Welcome window "Add profile"...
Page 73 If necessary, enter a PIN. To set or adjust automatic driver The driver profile is activated and associ- recognition, tap the MINI ID icon or ated settings are loaded. profile image on the status bar. "Profile settings" Deleting the driver profile "Driver recognition"...
Page 74 Depending on the equipment and national- market version, various settings are possi- ble for the button functions. Buttons on the vehicle key. A MINI ID or driver profile with personal Icon Meaning settings can be assigned to a vehicle key.
Page 75 If a MINI ID or driver profile was assigned to the lost vehicle key, the association to this vehicle key must be deleted. A new ve- hicle key can then be assigned to the MINI ID or driver profile.
Page 76 CONTROLS Opening and closing other qualified service center or repair Remove the battery from the battery shop, or take them to a collection point. housing. Batteries contain harmful chemicals. It is prohibited by law to dispose of batteries together with household waste.
Page 77 Opening and closing CONTROLS Removing the integrated key Unlocking the vehicle manually Press and hold the button, arrow 1, then Pull and hold the driver's door handle push the cover, arrow 2, downward and outward with one hand. remove it. Unlock the door lock with the integrated Push the end of the key head, arrow.
Page 78 CONTROLS Opening and closing Locking the vehicle If vehicle is de-energized: Close all doors. With the integrated key, close and lock all doors, except the driver's door, using Enter the vehicle on the front passeng- the side door lock. er's side and close the front passenger door.
Page 79 Opening and closing CONTROLS Alarm system Malfunction If the vehicle is unlocked with the A Check Control message is displayed integrated key via the door lock, the acti- where applicable. vated alarm system will be triggered when Vehicle key detection by the vehicle may the door is opened.
Page 80 If persons or animals spend a lengthy time – If a MINI ID or driver profile was as- in the vehicle and are thereby exposed to signed to the vehicle key, this MINI ID extreme temperatures, there is a risk of or driver profile will be enabled.
Page 81 Stop switch. phone and digital key. Additional information: Additional information: Settings, refer to page 93. MINI Digital Key, refer to page 89. With the vehicle key Functional requirements To get inside the vehicle using the door Unlocking the vehicle handle, the following functional require-...
Page 82 Additional information: In the case of a malfunction, unlock and MINI Digital Key, refer to page 89. lock the vehicle using the buttons of the vehicle key or use the integrated key. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 83 Additional information: Principle MINI Digital Key, refer to page 89. The Key Card is a chip card on which the digital key is installed. The Key Card can be used to unlock and lock the vehicle.
Page 84 Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the This requires an active MINI Connected windows and heating elements while driv- contract and the MINI app must be in- ing. There is a risk of injury or risk of stalled on a smartphone.
Page 85 Opening and closing CONTROLS Depending on vehicle equipment and na- MINI Digital Key, refer to page 89. tional-market version, the following set- tings can be changed: Functional requirements – Unlocking the cargo area with the vehi- To access the cargo area using the cargo cle key also unlocks the doors.
Page 86 CONTROLS Opening and closing – On the tailgate, press the button Interruption of the opening for opening/closing. procedure The opening process stops in the following – On the tailgate, press the lock situations: button. – When the vehicle starts moving. The vehicle is locked after clos- –...
Page 87 Additional information: MINI Digital Key, refer to page 89. Functional requirements To open/close the cargo area hands-free, the Before the cargo area opens, the hazard following functional requirements must be warning system flashes.
Page 88 CONTROLS Opening and closing The hazard warning system flashes and an In the event of an electrical malfunction in acoustic signal sounds. the automatic tailgate, operate the unlocked tailgate slowly with a smooth motion by Moving a foot again will stop the closing hand.
Page 89 A deactivated Key Card remains in the list of paired digital keys. MINI Digital Key can be used with a com- patible smartphone or other compatible mo- Unlocking and locking the vehicle bile device.
Page 90 CONTROLS Opening and closing The MINI app is able to check whether the essary minimum charge of the recharge- smartphone and vehicle are compatible as able battery depends on the smartphone. well as determine which functions are sup- – Bluetooth must be activated on the ported.
Page 91 To delete a digital key using the Interaction a novice driver. For more information, refer Unit, either an authorized vehicle key must to the MINI Connected portal and MINI app. be located in the vehicle or the main digital key must be located in the smartphone tray.
Page 92 Opening and closing Additional information: Sale of the vehicle Access to the vehicle interior, refer to Prior to selling a vehicle, reset the MINI page 79. Digital Key function or remove the vehicle from the current vehicle owner's MINI Con- Turning on drive-ready state with nected account.
Page 93 Opening and closing CONTROLS The vehicle is automatically locked when – On the front door, press the un- driving off. lock button to unlock the doors together. In the event of a severe accident, the vehi- cle is automatically unlocked. The hazard Pull the door opener on the door to be warning system and interior lights are illu- opened.
Page 94 CONTROLS Opening and closing – "Unlock when approaching" Unlocking is confirmed with two sound signals, locking is confirmed – "Lock when walking away" with one sound signal. Enabling this setting also activates automatic folding of the mirrors. Au- Folding mirrors in automatically tomatic folding of the mirrors can be Automatic folding of the side mirrors can be deactivated again in the correspond-...
Page 95 Opening and closing CONTROLS When adjusting the opening height, make – If a door, the hood, or the cargo area is sure the clearance above the tailgate is at opened. least 4 in/10 cm. – If movement is detected inside the vehi- cle.
Page 96 CONTROLS Opening and closing After closing the cargo area, the cargo area The interior motion sensor and tilt alarm will be locked and monitored again. The sensor will turn on when all open access hazard warning system flashes once during points are closed.
Page 97 Opening and closing CONTROLS – During transport on trains carrying ve- Safety information hicles, at sea or on a trailer. – With animals in the vehicle. Warning The tilt alarm sensor and the interior mo- When operating the windows, body parts tion sensor can be switched off in such sit- and objects can be jammed.
Page 98 Overview handle using a compatible smartphone and digital key. Additional information: MINI Digital Key, refer to page 89. Functional requirements To close the windows using the door handle, the following functional requirements must be met: –...
Page 99 Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing the windows Closing without the anti-trap mechanism To close the windows, proceed as follows: In case of danger from the outside or if – On the door, pull the power win- icing might prevent normal closing, proceed dow switch to the resistance as follows: point.
Page 100 Depending on the country, the glass sunroof and closing. can also be closed via the door handle us- ing compatible smartphones and your digi- tal key. Additional information: MINI Digital Key, refer to page 89. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 101 Opening and closing CONTROLS Functional requirements Overview To close the glass sunroof using the door handle, the following functional require- ments must be met: – Carry the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your pants pocket. – Bluetooth must be activated on the smartphone to close the glass sunroof using the digital key.
Page 102 CONTROLS Opening and closing – In the headliner, push the The glass sunroof and sun glass sunroof/sun protec- protection open together. tion switch back to the re- Pressing the switch again sistance point and hold it. stops the motion. Holding down the switch –...
Page 103 Opening and closing CONTROLS Initializing after a power interruption General information After a power interruption during the open- Close all doors. ing or closing process, the glass sunroof can only be operated to a limited extent. Initial- Turn on drive-ready state or stop the izing the system can help in this case.
Page 104 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Vehicle features and options adjust the seat on the driver's side when the vehicle is stationary. This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are Warning currently available, or may become available in the future, even if they are not present in With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the protective effect of the seat belt...
Page 105 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Adjusting the height The levers for setting the seats are located To adjust the height: On the side of the on the front seats. seat, push the seat height lever up or down as many times as necessary for the seat to reach the desired height.
Page 106 Principle The seat setting for the driver's seat is saved to the active MINI ID or driver pro- file. If the MINI ID or driver profile is reac- tivated later, the saved position is applied automatically. Activate/deactivate the function...
Page 107 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS "Driver" / "Automatically use seat Turning the seat massage on/off position". To turn the seat massage on/off, proceed as Select the desired setting. follows: Go through the menu as follows: Apps Lumbar support menu / "Vehicle" / "Seat comfort". Select the desired seat.
Page 108 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel As soon as the message on the Interaction Longitudinal direction Unit disappears, the calibration is complete. If the message remains active, repeat the Warning calibration. If a seat is not locked, it may move If the message is still shown after repeated unexpectedly while driving.
Page 109 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Comfort exit Safety information Principle Warning Use of a seat belt to buckle more than one The comfort exit setting makes it easier to person will potentially defeat the ability of get in/out of the vehicle by automatically the seat belt to serve its protective func- adjusting the seat position and moving the tion.
Page 110 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel – The seat belts or seat belt buckles are Buckling the seat belt damaged, soiled, or changed in any To fasten the seat belt, guide the seat other way. belt slowly over the shoulder and hip. –...
Page 111 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS – When the seat belt on the driver's side To fasten the middle seat belt in the or on the passenger's side is not fas- rear, pull the belt tongues out of the tened. mount in the roof.
Page 112 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel If the drive is continued within 30 minutes, the notice is displayed again after the drive Warning is complete. Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Activating/deactivating the Rear Make sure that the area of movement is Occupant Alert...
Page 113 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Rear head restraints John Cooper Works sport seat: Adjusting the height Safety information The height of the head restraints cannot be set. Warning Adjusting the distance Removal or incorrect adjustment of head The backrest tilt is used to set the distance restraints can cause injuries in the head between the head restraint and the back of and neck area.
Page 114 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel – Only use accessories that have been determined to be safe for attachment to a head restraint. – Do not use any accessories, for in- stance pillows, while driving. Folding down the center head restraint –...
Page 115 Fold the exterior mirror in and out. Exterior mirror settings are saved to the active MINI ID or driver profile. If the Adjust the exterior mirrors. MINI ID or driver profile is reactivated later, the saved position is brought up auto- matically.
Page 116 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel on the driver’s door. The LED illumi- Exterior mirrors that were folded in are nates. folded out automatically at a speed of ap- prox. 25 mph/40 km/h. – To select the right exterior mir- ror, press the corresponding but- Automatic dimming ton on the driver’s door.
Page 117 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS Interior mirror, manually dim- – Keep the photocells clean. – Do not cover the area between the inte- mable rior mirror and the windshield. Steering wheel Safety information Warning Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel To reduce blinding glare from the interior movements.
Page 118 CONTROLS Seats, mirrors and steering wheel Memory function Overview Principle The following settings can be stored and, if necessary, retrieved using the memory function: – Seat position. – Exterior mirror adjustment. – Depending on the equipment: height of the Head-up display. The memory buttons are located on the driver’s seat.
Page 119 Seats, mirrors and steering wheel CONTROLS The adjustment of the seat position on the driver's side is interrupted after a short time while driving. To access settings from memory using the Interaction Unit, proceed as follows: Go through the menu as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle"...
Page 120 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options Warning A hot vehicle may result in death to per- This chapter describes model-specific sons, especially children, or animals. There equipment, systems, and functions that are is a risk of injury or danger to life. Do currently available, or may become available not leave people, especially children, or an- in the future, even if they are not present in...
Page 121 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Installing child restraint sys- Safety information tems Warning The seat belt cannot be fastened correctly General information on children shorter than 5 ft/150 cm with- When selecting, installing, and using child out suitable additional child restraint sys- restraint systems, pay close attention to the tems.
Page 122 CONTROLS Transporting children safely the height of the head restraints or remove If the upper attachment point of the seat them. belt is located in front of the seat belt guide of the child seat, move the front passenger seat carefully forward until the best possi- Before installation ble seat belt guide position is reached.
Page 123 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Lower anchors for child re- Warning straint systems The mounts for the lower anchors and attachment points of the child restraint Principle system are intended for attaching child re- straint systems only. If other objects are LATCH child restraint systems establish a attached, the mounts or attachment points secure connection to the vehicle in combi-...
Page 124 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Installing child restraint systems of injury or danger to life. Make sure that the rear seat backrests are locked. To install the child restraint system in the vehicle, proceed as follows: Mount the child restraint system in ac- Warning cordance with the instructions from the The mounts for the lower anchors and...
Page 125 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Locking doors and windows in Routing the retaining strap rear Rear seat Principle To prevent the rear doors and windows from being opened from the inside, there is a switch on the corresponding rear door frame as well as a safety switch on the driv- er’s door armrest.
Page 126 CONTROLS Transporting children safely Safety switch for the rear The safety switch for the rear is located on the driver's door. Various functions are locked and cannot be operated in the rear such as the power win- dows. To lock rear functions, press the safety switch in the driver’s door.
Page 127 Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and options Drive-ready state cannot be switched on as long as the charging cable is connected. Additional information: This chapter describes model-specific – Drive-ready state, refer to page 47. equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available –...
Page 128 CONTROLS Driving Drive-ready state in detail Driving off Functional requirements Safety information Driving is possible when the following pre- requisites are met: Warning – The vehicle battery is sufficiently An unsecured vehicle can begin to move charged. and possibly roll away. There is a risk of –...
Page 129 Driving CONTROLS R reverse gear B gear position with high energy recovery To reverse, engage selector lever position R. Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle Principle is stationary. For high energy recovery, engage selector The vehicle drives off slowly when the lever position B.
Page 130 CONTROLS Driving Engaging a selector lever position Rolling or pushing the vehicle To engage selector lever positions, proceed General information as follows: In some situations, the vehicle is supposed Fasten the driver’s seat belt. to roll without its own drive for a short Push the selector lever in the desired di- distance, for instance in a car wash or to be rection, past the resistance point if nec-...
Page 131 Driving CONTROLS Electronic unlocking of the The drive-ready state is switched off auto- matically if the driver's seat belt is not transmission lock buckled when the driver's door is opened. If leaving the vehicle stationary for longer General information periods, follow the instructions in the Mobi- Unlock the transmission lock electroni- lity chapter.
Page 132 CONTROLS Driving Reduced deceleration Warning Without energy recovery, the braking ef- Warning fect of the electric motor is unavailable. Without energy recovery, the braking ef- The vehicle could roll further than an- fect of the electric motor is unavailable. ticipated. There is a risk of accident, in- The vehicle could roll further than an- jury, and property damage.
Page 133 Driving CONTROLS – The high-voltage battery is fully Adaptive recuperation, recuperative brak- charged. ing, refer to page 327. – When the high-voltage battery tempera- Setting the strength of energy ture is very low or very high. recovery In winter the energy recovery may be To configure the energy recovery level, temporarily unavailable after startup.
Page 134 CONTROLS Driving High-voltage battery overheated Additional information: Break-in, refer to page 312. With a stationary vehicle Driving off with Launch Control In isolated cases, it is possible for the high-voltage battery to overheat when the To drive off with Launch Control, proceed vehicle is stationary, e.g., with extreme as follows: outside temperatures and direct sunlight.
Page 135 The shift paddle for the Sport Boost func- tion is located on the steering wheel. Principle Using the function MINI Modes are used to adjust vehicle han- dling and customize the overall experience To activate the Sport Boost function, in the interior.
Page 136 PERIENCE. MINI Experience Modes in detail Display In addition to MINI Modes, there are also MINI Experience Modes. MINI Experience The selected mode is shown by specific col- Modes are not used to adjust vehicle han-...
Page 137 On inclines, in selector lever position D or R, this system prevents the vehicle from rolling opposite the set driving direction Press the MINI Modes button on and provides drive-off support. the switch cluster. Tap the Settings icon on the Interac- Selector lever position B tion Unit.
Page 138 CONTROLS Driving In order to ensure that the vehicle is se- Overview cured against rolling away, follow the fol- lowing: Button in the vehicle – Set the parking brake. – Automatic transmission: Make sure that selector lever position P is en- gaged.
Page 139 Driving CONTROLS The parking brake is engaged and the trans- Operating the parking brake on the mission lock is set when the vehicle is sta- Interaction Unit tionary. The parking brake can also be engaged or disengaged using the Interaction Unit. Ad- Engaging the parking brake ditionally, further information is displayed.
Page 140 CONTROLS Driving Automatic Hold – On uphill grades or on downhill slopes, turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb. Principle – On uphill grades or on downhill Automatic Hold provides assistance by slopes, also secure the vehicle, for in- automatically applying and releasing the stance with a wheel chock.
Page 141 Driving CONTROLS Using the brake pedal Driving off To activate Automatic Hold using the brake Press the accelerator pedal to drive off. pedal, the vehicle must be at a standstill. The brake is released automatically and the Proceed as follows to activate: indicator light of the parking brake is no longer illuminated.
Page 142 CONTROLS Displays Displays Vehicle features and options – Configured interval for displaying trip data. – Average energy consumption de- This chapter describes model-specific pending on the set interval. equipment, systems, and functions that are – Travel time depending on the config- currently available, or may become available ured interval.
Page 143 Tap the button for resetting trip or plug into the system. Do not move the data. moving parts manually. MINI Head-up display Overview Principle The Head-up display projects important in- formation in the driver's field of view, for instance the speed.
Page 144 CONTROLS Displays Check Control Some of this information is only displayed briefly as needed. Principle Turning the Head-up display on/off The Check Control system monitors func- When switching on, the projection screen tions in the vehicle and notifies you of of the Head-up display is extended.
Page 145 Displays CONTROLS Display Airbag system A Check Control message, consisting of text Warning light illuminates briefly: in- and an icon, is displayed. Additional instruc- dicates that the entire airbag system tions can be viewed by tapping on the text. and seat belt tensioners are opera- tional when drive-ready state is switched If several faults occur at once, the messages are displayed consecutively.
Page 146 CONTROLS Displays Emergency Stop Assistant, refer to Intersection Collision Warning: vehicle page 205. detected from the right The warning light illuminates: risk Risk of collision of collision with a vehicle crossing from the right detected. Increased The warning light illuminates or awareness is required.
Page 147 Displays CONTROLS surrounding traffic. System interruption is Assisted Driving Mode imminent. The system reduces the speed to Warning light illuminates and acous- a standstill if applicable. It is possible that tic signal sounds: A system interrup- the system will not execute any supporting tion is imminent.
Page 148 CONTROLS Displays Dynamic Stability Control deactivated, or able to complete the reset. Reset the increased driving dynamics activated system again. – Wheel without wheel electronics instal- Dynamic Stability Control is deacti- led: Have it checked by an authorized vated or enhanced driving dynamics service center or another qualified serv- is activated.
Page 149 Displays CONTROLS Green lights Automatic Hold, refer to page 140. Turn signal Lane departure warning The turn signal is turned on. Depending on vehicle equipment and If the indicator light is flashing un- national-market version: usually fast, this indicates that a turn Indicator light flashes: System is ac- signal bulb has failed.
Page 150 CONTROLS Displays Assisted Driving Mode, refer to page 234. Automatic High Beam Assistant, refer to page 161. Lane Change Assistant: lane change in progress Gray lights Arrow icon for lane change green: Seat belt reminder the system carries out a lane change. Seat belt on the passenger seat or Additional information: another seat in the vehicle is not...
Page 151 Displaying the speedometer Drive power restriction de- termined by MINI Digital To display the speedometer, tap the speed Key. value at the top of the Interaction Unit. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 152 CONTROLS Displays Additional information: Icon Description Driving in detail, refer to page 131. Heavily discharged high- voltage battery. Standby state and drive-ready System-related functional limitation. state A Check Control message is displayed in addition where If OFF appears on the Interac- applicable.
Page 153 Displays CONTROLS Example: changing the entertainment Operating Function elements source Change the entertainment source. To select an entertainment source, press the entertainment source Pressing the button again button on the right of the steering will close the currently dis- wheel. played list.
Page 154 CONTROLS Displays – Drive mode change. available depending on the environmental condition. – Climate and terrain conditions. Re-establishing the drive-ready state can – Automatic climate control settings. help increase the range slightly, for in- – After determination of a route through stance to remove the vehicle from a hazard- the navigation system depending on ous area.
Page 155 Displays CONTROLS Overview Icon Description The expected battery charge state when the destination is reached is displayed next to the icon. The icon is displayed when route guidance to a charg- ing post was started on the navigation system. The icon is displayed –...
Page 156 CONTROLS Displays Display Overview Icon Description "Flat Tire Monitor": Status of the flat tire monitor, refer to page 366. "Tire Pressure Monitor": sta- tus of the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 359. "Check Control": displaying When standby and drive-ready state are on, stored Check Control mes- the available charge of the high-voltage bat- sages, refer to page 144.
Page 157 Displays CONTROLS Overview ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit- uation closely, be ready to take over steer- ing and braking at any time, and actively intervene where appropriate. Display 1 Charge target set 341 End of charging time 342 2 Departure air conditioning 344 3 Unlocking the charging cable 334...
Page 158 The values are automatically reset when- ever you start a new drive. Additional information: Date and time MINI Interaction Unit, refer to page 49. Various settings can be configured for dis- Manually reseting G-Meter values playing the date and time.
Page 159 Displays CONTROLS Setting the units of measure- Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly. ment Go through the menu as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" / Depending on the national-market version, "Service" / "Vehicle inspection". you can set the units of measurement for Select the desired setting.
Page 160 CONTROLS Light and view Light and view Vehicle features and options Flashing This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available in the future, even if they are not present in the vehicle. Additional information: Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Page 161 Light and view CONTROLS by actuating the high-beam headlights. The vate or activate the Automatic High Beam high-beam headlights can be switched on Assistant, e.g., after turning your high-beam and off manually at any time. headlights on/off manually. High-beam headlights, turning General information headlight flasher on/off In the low speed range, the high-beam head-...
Page 162 CONTROLS Light and view The Automatic High Beam Assistant is Safety information deactivated when manually switching the high-beam headlights on and off. Warning If adjustments have been made or the sen- sitivity has been modified, oncoming traf- fic may be momentarily blinded. There is a risk of accident, injury, and property dam- age.
Page 163 Light and view CONTROLS Therefore, when appropriate, turn off the Overview high-beam headlights manually. Buttons in the vehicle The system may not be fully operational in the following situations, and driver inter- vention may be necessary: – In very unfavorable weather conditions such as fog or heavy precipitation.
Page 164 CONTROLS Light and view Activate automatic headlight Icon Function control Automatic High Beam Assistant. To activate the automatic lights, turn the outer switch on the turn signal Parking lights. lever downward. The LED under the automatic lights icon illuminates. Left roadside parking light. The green indicator light on the In- teraction Unit illuminates when the Right roadside parking light.
Page 165 Light and view CONTROLS The low-beam headlights illuminate when Turning off parking lights drive-ready state is switched on. The following options are available to turn off the parking lights: The green indicator light on the In- teraction Unit illuminates when the low-beam headlights are turned on.
Page 166 CONTROLS Light and view Activating/deactivating welcome – After switching off the drive-ready state, briefly push the turn signal lever light forward. The welcome light can be activated or deac- tivated. – On the vehicle key, press and Go through the menu as follows: Apps hold the panic alarm button for ap- menu / "Vehicle"...
Page 167 Light and view CONTROLS Adaptive lighting functions Adaptive headlight range con- trol Principle The Adaptive Headlight Range Control com- The adaptive lighting functions provide dy- pensates for vehicle acceleration, braking, namic illumination of the road. and load conditions to prevent your head- The adaptive lighting functions may consist lights from dazzling oncoming traffic.
Page 168 CONTROLS Light and view Setting the brightness Press the interior light button in the headliner. The brightness of the instrument lighting can be adjusted. To turn off the interior light permanently, press and hold the button for approx. 3 sec- Go through the menu as follows: Apps onds.
Page 169 Depending on vehicle equipment, the brightness can be individually adjusted for specific seats. On the switch cluster, select Personal Mode using the MINI Modes Go through the menu as follows: Apps switch. menu / "Vehicle" / "Interior lighting" / "Reading light".
Page 170 CONTROLS Light and view light is disabled, the light effects are still displayed. NOTICE The wiper blades can wear out or become Go through the menu as follows: Apps damaged prematurely when wiping on a menu / "Vehicle" / "Interior lighting" / dry window for a longer period of time.
Page 171 Light and view CONTROLS Turning off the window wiper Activating rain sensor system and flick wipe To activate the rain sensor: Push the wiper lever upward from position 0, arrow 1, once. To turn off the wipers or to activate flick wiping, proceed as follows: Wiping operation is started.
Page 172 CONTROLS Light and view Window washer system Rear wiper Safety information Switching on the rear wiper Warning The washer fluid can freeze onto the win- dow at low temperatures and obstruct the view. There is a risk of accident, injury, and property damage.
Page 173 Light and view CONTROLS is important, for instance, when changing Folding out the wipers the wiper blades or for folding away under To fold the wipers away from the wind- frosty conditions. shield, proceed as follows: Safety information Activate standby state. Push the wiper lever down or forward and hold it until the wipers stop in an Warning...
Page 174 CONTROLS Safety Safety Vehicle features and options Airbags Principle This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are The airbag system provides additional pro- currently available, or may become available tection in the event of an accident, espe- in the future, even if they are not present in cially if the seat belt is worn correctly.
Page 175 Safety CONTROLS In the event of a side collision, the side To ensure that the airbag system has the airbag in the rear protects the chest and optimal protective effect, note the follow- lap area on the side of the bodies of the ing: occupants in the outer rear seats.
Page 176 Vehicle modifications for a person with dis- illuminate when drive-ready state abilities may affect the air bag system; con- is turned on. tact MINI Customer Relations for further – The airbag system warning light on information. the Interaction Unit illuminates continu- Warnings and information on the airbags ously.
Page 177 Safety CONTROLS Deactivating the front pass- Installing child restraint systems enger airbag automatically To ensure that occupants on the front pass- enger seat are detected properly, note the following: Principle – Pay attention to the specifications and The automatic front passenger airbag deac- the operating and safety information of tivation system can detect if the front pass- the child restraint system manufacturer...
Page 178 CONTROLS Safety Collision warning systems Display Function The indicator light is con- Principle tinuously illuminated when the seat is not occupied or The Intelligent Safety systems can help pre- when a child is detected vent an impending collision. To do so, the on the seat in a provided area around the vehicle is monitored by var- child restraint system as in-...
Page 179 Safety CONTROLS is a risk of accident, injury, and property Depending on national-market version, damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con- some Intelligent Safety Systems are auto- ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit- matically activated whenever you start driv- uation closely, be ready to take over steer- ing.
Page 180 CONTROLS Safety System limits of the sensors Unit. You can also configure the warning time. Various indicator lights and warning The Intelligent Safety systems may be re- lights are displayed on the Interaction Unit stricted by the system limits of the sensors. depending on the collision risk detected.
Page 181 Safety CONTROLS Speed range Setting the warning time for Forward Collision Mitigation The Forward Collision Mitigation system is- sues a warning for a possible risk of colli- You can configure the warning time at sion at speeds above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. which Forward Collision Mitigation should issue a warning.
Page 182 CONTROLS Safety Automatic brake intervention Icon Meaning If there is a risk of collision, the Forward Risk of collision, e.g., with a vehi- Collision Mitigation system can assist with cle crossing from the left. an automatic brake intervention, if neces- sary.
Page 183 Safety CONTROLS sors. Thus, a system response might not come or might come late. System limits of the sensors Forward Collision Mitigation may be re- stricted by the system limits of the sensors. Additional information: Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 40. The sensors detect the traffic situation in Functional limitations their detection range.
Page 184 CONTROLS Safety Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 180. System limits General information Follow the system limits in the "Forward Collision Mitigation" chapter. The sensors detect the traffic situation in Detection range their detection range. With the rear-end collision warning func- tion, the following may not be detected or Safety information may be detected only with a delay in the...
Page 185 Safety CONTROLS Additional information: Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 180. System limits General information Follow the system limits in the "Forward Collision Mitigation" chapter. The sensors detect the traffic situation in their detection range. Detection range With the oncoming traffic warning func- Safety information tion, the following may not be detected or may be detected only with a delay in the...
Page 186 CONTROLS Safety Additional information: Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 180. System limits General information Follow the system limits in the "Forward Collision Mitigation" chapter. The sensors detect the traffic situation in their detection range on a straight road. Detection range With the warning function for turning with oncoming traffic, the following may not be detected or may be detected only with a...
Page 187 Safety CONTROLS – Partially covered pedestrians or bikes. Icon Meaning – Pedestrians that are not detected as Risk of collision with a person, such because of their contour or pos- e.g., a pedestrian. ture. – Pedestrians who are too small for the General risk of collision.
Page 188 CONTROLS Safety Safety information Detection range With the Intersection Warning function, Follow the safety information in Chapter the following may not be detected or may “Forward Collision Mitigation”. be detected only with a delay in the detec- tion range of the sensors, e.g.: Speed range –...
Page 189 Safety CONTROLS Safety information The system is designed to provide assis- tance during evasive maneuvers when there Follow the safety information in Chapter is a risk of collision. “Forward Collision Mitigation”. The Evasion Assistant is signaled by a mes- sage on the Interaction Unit and Head-up Functional requirements display, depending on vehicle equipment.
Page 190 CONTROLS Safety The system monitors the vehicle's surround- Activating/deactivating the exit ings for a limited time after you get in warning or park. When opening doors, vehicle occu- pants are then warned if a risk of collision Automatic activation of system with an approaching object is detected.
Page 191 Safety CONTROLS Displays System limits Warning light in exterior mirror General information Follow the system limits in the "Collision warning systems" chapter. Detection range With the Exit Warning, the following may not be identified in the sensor detection range, e.g.: –...
Page 192 Speed range their detection range. The Lane Departure Warning is activated The Lane Departure Warning can be acti- when your vehicle exceeds a given mini- vated, deactivated, and configured on the mum speed. The minimum speed is coun- Interaction Unit.
Page 193 Safety CONTROLS Deactivating the system manually Setting the intensity of the steering wheel vibration Depending on vehicle equipment and na- tional-market version, deactivation of the To adjust the steering wheel vibra- Lane Departure Warning must be con- tion intensity, go through the menu firmed successively on the Interaction Unit.
Page 194 CONTROLS Safety Additional information: – With hard accelerating or braking. Assisted View, refer to page 157. – When flashing. – With hazard warning system switched Warning function – In driving situation with high driving General information dynamics. Different warnings are issued by the Lane –...
Page 195 Safety CONTROLS The warning tone and Check Control mes- – While Dynamic Stability Control regu- sage advise the driver to pay closer atten- lates driving stability. tion to their lane. – While Dynamic Stability Control is lim- The longer warning tone is stopped if the ited.
Page 196 Active Blind Spot Detection is activated lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving when your vehicle exceeds a given mini- settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety mum speed. The minimum speed is country- and warnings"...
Page 197 Safety CONTROLS settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and Steering intervention warnings" / "Active Blind Spot Detection" / Depending on national-market version: "Steering intervention". The Active Blind Spot Detection system may perform an active steering inter- Warning function vention when there is no response to the steering wheel vibration and a lane Warning light in exterior mirror marking is crossed at speeds of up to...
Page 198 CONTROLS Safety Functional limitations If, for example, another vehicle is detected next to your vehicle and there is a risk of The Lane Change Warning system may be collision with this vehicle, the system helps restricted in the following situations: avoid a collision.
Page 199 Safety CONTROLS This system responds when your ve- Warning function hicle speed is less than approx. 130 mph/210 km/h. Warning light in exterior mirror Sensors The side-collision warning is controlled by the following sensors: – Camera behind the windshield. – Side radar sensors, front.
Page 200 CONTROLS Safety – In tight corners or on narrow roads. – In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, merging, diverging, or multiple lane boundaries such as in construction areas. – With lane boundaries that are covered in snow, ice, dirt or water. –...
Page 201 For warning purposes, the respective traffic The Traffic Light And Sign Warning system situation is shown on the Interaction Unit. issues a warning as from a variable mini- An acoustic signal also sounds in acute mum speed and at speeds up to approx.
Page 202 CONTROLS Safety Setting the warning time for the Icon Meaning Traffic Light And Sign Warning Give way. To configure the warning time for the Traffic Light And Sign Warning, go through the menu as follows: Stop. Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings"...
Page 203 Safety CONTROLS Wrong way warning No warning The Traffic Light And Sign Warning does not issue a warning in the following situa- Principle tions, for example: The wrong way warning warns the driver of – In right-of-way situations without right- an upcoming wrong entry onto roads, for of-way signs, stop signs, or red light sig- instance onto freeways, roundabouts and...
Page 204 CONTROLS Safety Warning function – In the case of navigation data that is invalid, outdated or not available. The Wrong Way Warning is dis- – It may not be possible to use the system played and an acoustic signal sounds in all regions.
Page 205 Safety CONTROLS The indicator light goes out automatically The Interaction Unit can be used to en- after you drive off at a speed greater than able/disable triggering of the Emergency approx. 9 mph/15 km/h. Stop Assistant. The driver can manually cancel the Emer- gency Stop Assistant at any time.
Page 206 The Emergency Stop Assistant does not re- Additional information: lease the driver from their obligation to MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to drive safely in traffic. page 55. This system may be restricted in the follow-...
Page 207 Safety CONTROLS If there is a risk of collision when reversing, Sensors this system provides assistance by perform- The Cross Traffic Warning is controlled by ing an automatic brake intervention. the following sensors: – Side radar sensors, rear. – Depending on whether vehicle is equip- ped with side front radar sensors.
Page 208 CONTROLS Safety Turning off the cross traffic Display in the Park Distance Control view warning automatically The Cross Traffic Warning switches off au- tomatically in the following situations, for example: – When walking speed is exceeded. – When a certain distance covered is ex- ceeded.
Page 209 Safety CONTROLS System limits Depending on vehicle equipment, video re- cordings can be saved directly to a mobile device, e.g., smartphone. System limits of the sensors Assistance system cameras are used to re- The Cross Traffic Warning may be re- cord, e.g., panorama view cameras.
Page 210 If the vehicle accelerates rapidly, an auto- – The MINI app is installed on the mobile matic recording may be taken. device. – The MINI app is linked to the MINI Con- Manual recording nected account. Via the button – The Privacy Policy has been accepted.
Page 211 Go through the menu as follows: Apps device. menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" / "Record -ings". – The MINI app is linked to the MINI Con- nected account. Select the desired recording. – The MINI app is permitted to access If necessary, select the camera.
Page 212 CONTROLS Safety Cameras General information Various Drive Recorder cameras can be se- Certain functions of some vehicle systems lected. can lead to Active Protection being trig- gered within their system limits: Go through the menu as follows: Apps – Automatic brake intervention by For- menu / "All"...
Page 213 Safety CONTROLS PostCrash iBrake Fatigue alert Principle Principle In certain accident situations, PostCrash The Fatigue Alert system can detect when iBrake can automatically bring the vehicle the driver is less alert using various criteria. to a stop without any need for the driver The Fatigue Alert break recommendation to intervene.
Page 214 CONTROLS Safety – Personal driving style, e.g., steering be- The break recommendation function may be havior. limited in the following situations: – Driving conditions, e.g., the time or du- – If the time is set incorrectly. ration of the drive. –...
Page 215 Safety CONTROLS Overview Depending on vehicle equipment, the in- strument panel may have some infrared light sources. Depending on the light con- ditions, these light sources can be visible when the vehicle is in standby mode. System limits The Driver Attention Camera may not be fully operational in the following situations: –...
Page 216 Principle The Antilock Braking System prevents lock- Dynamic Stability Control can be activated ing of the wheels during the braking proc- or deactivated via MINI Modes. Dynamic ess. Stability Control helps keep your vehicle The vehicle maintains its steerability even...
Page 217 Select Go Kart Mode using the intervene where appropriate. MINI Modes switch on the switch clus- ter. Tap the Settings icon on the Interac- Warning tion Unit.
Page 218 To activate increased driving dynamics, pro- ceed as follows: Principle For a more dynamic driving experience, MINI Modes can be used to increase driving Select Go Kart Mode using the dynamics. MINI Modes switch on the switch clus- ter.
Page 219 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Drive-off support Hill Descent Control Principle Principle Drive-off support provides the best possible Hill Descent Control is a downhill control traction when driving off in certain situa- feature for vehicles with all-wheel drive. tions, e.g., on difficult surfaces like snow or This feature adjusts the vehicle speed on sand.
Page 220 CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. Increasing or decreasing vehicle speed Enabling/disabling Hill Descent Control Using the rocker button for cruise control To activate/deactivate Hill Descent Control, go through the menu as follows: Apps On the left side of the steering menu / "Vehicle"...
Page 221 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Vehicle features and options Speed Limit Info Speed Limit Info This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available Principle in the future, even if they are not present in Speed Limit Info uses a camera near the the vehicle.
Page 222 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Additional information: Warning signals – Owner's Manual for Navigation, Enter- Depending on the settings, an acoustic sig- tainment, and Communication, refer to nal sounds if the detected speed limit is page 6. exceeded or the speed limit changes. The display also flashes if the detected speed Safety information limit is exceeded.
Page 223 Additional information: To activate the speed control sys- MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to tem, press the on/off button on the left page 55. side of the steering wheel. The Interac- Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 224 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems tion Unit contains a toolbar with availa- – "SPORT PLUS": Upon activating the in- ble speed control systems. creased driving dynamics setting. – When performing a manual braking process. To select a different speed con- trol system while this system is active, Interrupting speed control systems repeatedly press the MODE button on manually...
Page 225 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Cruise Control On the left side of the steering wheel, repeatedly press the rocker button up or down until the desired Principle value is set. With the Cruise Control, the buttons on the – Each time the rocker button is pressed left of the steering wheel can be used to to the resistance point, the set speed in- adjust your set speed.
Page 226 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems – On winding roads. For vehicles equipped with Distance Con- trol: Change the Cruise Control mode to – With high traffic volume. Cruise Control without Distance Control. – On slippery roads, in fog, snow, or In vehicles without distance control: turn wet conditions, or on a loose road on the Cruise Control with the buttons on surface.
Page 227 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS down once while the system is stopped. Continuing cruise control When cruise control is switched on, the At the stored speed current speed is maintained and saved as the desired speed. Warning The saved speed is shown on the speedome- ter.
Page 228 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Distance control Views on the Interaction Unit Displaying the set speed Principle The speed set for the speed With the distance control, a distance to a control system is shown below vehicle driving ahead can be adjusted in the speedometer.
Page 229 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con- – When approaching a slowly moving ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit- vehicle at speed. uation closely, be ready to take over steer- – Vehicle suddenly swerving into own ing and braking at any time, and actively lane.
Page 230 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems The maximum speed that can be set is lim- Interrupting Cruise Control with ited and depends, for example, on the vehi- Distance Control automatically cle and the vehicle equipment. Cruise Control with Distance Control is in- The system can also be activated when sta- terrupted automatically in the following sit- tionary.
Page 231 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Continuing cruise control while Distance driving Safety information Warning Warning The set speed can be incorrectly adjusted The system cannot serve as a substitute or called up by mistake. There is a risk of for the driver’s personal judgment. Due accident, injury, and property damage.
Page 232 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Changing between Cruise Control Indicator lights and warning lights with/without Distance Control Icon Description Safety information Indicator light illuminates white: No Distance Control because ac- celerator pedal is being pressed. Warning The system does not react to traffic driv- Indicator light illuminates green: ing ahead of you, but instead maintains Vehicle has been detected ahead...
Page 233 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Displays in the Head-up display Detection range Set speed Depending on vehicle equipment, some speed control system information can also be displayed on the Head-up display. Distance information The distance information icon ap- pears when the distance from the preceding vehicle is too short.
Page 234 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems stance when rapidly approaching a truck. Driving off When a vehicle has been detected ahead Your vehicle cannot drive off automatically of you, the system requests that the driver using Distance Control in the following sit- intervene by braking and making an evasive uations, for example: maneuver, if needed.
Page 235 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Depending on vehicle speed, Assisted Driv- Overview ing Mode orients itself using the lane mark- ings or preceding vehicles. Buttons on the steering wheel Sensors in the steering wheel detect Button Function whether the steering wheel is being touched.
Page 236 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems – Depending on vehicle equip- The indicator light illuminates gray ment, the speed must be be- when the system is ready and not low 130 mph/210 km/h or performing any steering movement. 110 mph/180 km/h. The indicator light illuminates green –...
Page 237 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Views on the Interaction Unit Icon Description Warning light illuminates yellow: Icon Description Hands are not grasping the steer- Indicator light illuminates gray: ing wheel. The system is still ac- The system is ready. tive. Grab the steering wheel with your Indicator light illuminates green: hands.
Page 238 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Displays on the steering wheel System limits General information Assisted Driving Mode cannot be activated or used meaningfully in certain situations, e.g., when towing a trailer. Safety information Warning Similar to the displays for Assisted Driving Because of system limitations, this system Mode on the Interaction Unit, the two LEDs may either not respond, or respond too...
Page 239 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Weather ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit- uation closely, be ready to take over steer- With unfavorable weather or light condi- ing and braking at any time, and actively tions, Assisted Driving Mode may be lim- intervene where appropriate.
Page 240 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Turning the Lane Change Assistant Views on the Interaction Unit on/off Icon Description To turn the Lane Change Assistant on/off, go through the menu as fol- Steering wheel icon and lane lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving change arrow icon are green: settings"...
Page 241 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS General information – A crossable lane boundary on the side of the desired lane change is detected. When route guidance is active, the Lane – Destination guidance is active on the Change function uses the Assisted Driving navigation system.
Page 242 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems sponding notice is displayed on the Interac- traffic situation is shown in the central dis- tion Unit. In addition, a slight jerk can be play area on the Interaction Unit. felt on the steering wheel. Additional information: To change lanes, follow the instructions on Assisted View, refer to page 157.
Page 243 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS Safety information – Camera behind the windshield. – Front radar sensor. – Side radar sensors, front. Warning – Side radar sensors, rear. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in as- –...
Page 244 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems – Vehicle speed must be less than approx. Views on the Interaction Unit 40 mph/60 km/h. Icon Description – If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch, use the Interaction Unit to config- Indicator light green: system is ure the settings and specify whether the active.
Page 245 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS System limits The speed value is suggested as the new desired speed to be applied. To apply the The system limits of the following systems speed value, the corresponding system must apply: be activated. – Assisted Driving Mode. Depending on the equipment, destination –...
Page 246 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems Turning Speed Limit Assistant Icon Function on/off Detected change of a speed limit To configure the settings for Speed with immediate effect. Limit Assist, go through the menu Depending on the national-market as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / version, it is possible to switch "Driving settings"...
Page 247 Driver assistance systems CONTROLS A speed adaptation for all speed limits and – System limits of Speed Limit Info, refer an additional speed adaptation for speed to page 222. limits up to 40 mph/60 km/h can be set up. – System limits of the sensors, refer to The additional speed adaptation for speed page 40.
Page 248 CONTROLS Driver assistance systems The Cruise Control, Distance Control, As- Adjusting the cornering speed sisted Driving Mode, and Speed Limit Assist The cornering speed can be adjusted de- alerts also apply. pending on national-market version. Additional information: Go through the menu as follows: Apps –...
Page 249 Parking CONTROLS Parking Vehicle features and options The following camera views can be used with the basic version: – Rearview camera, refer to page 254. This chapter describes model-specific – Trailer hitch view, refer to page 257. equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available –...
Page 250 CONTROLS Parking ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit- menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / uation closely, be ready to take over steer- "Driver Assistance" / "Parking". ing and braking at any time, and actively Select the desired settings. intervene where appropriate. Display Overview Turning display on/off...
Page 251 Parking CONTROLS Assistance view Camera image Depending on the equipment, one or more cameras capture the area from different se- lectable perspectives. Depending on the view, the vehicle's sur- roundings or a part of it is depicted. Depending on the national-market version, either the automatic or the semi-automatic camera perspective is displayed.
Page 252 CONTROLS Parking Toolbar, bottom Icon Meaning Parking Assistant functions are displayed White: an available maneuver on the bottom toolbar: is selected but is not being – Available parking methods of the Auto- performed. Functional require- matic Parking Assistant. ments have not been met or the function transfer is complete.
Page 253 Parking CONTROLS Parking aid lines Using parking aid lines Position the vehicle so that the red turn- Pathway lines ing circle line leads into the boundaries of the parking space. Turn the steering wheel so that the green pathway line covers the corre- sponding turning circle line.
Page 254 CONTROLS Parking System limits The malfunctioning camera's detection range is shaded. Safety information Rearview camera Warning Because of system limitations, this system Principle may either not respond, or respond too The rearview camera helps when reverse late, incorrectly, or without cause. There parking and maneuvering.
Page 255 Parking CONTROLS Turning the camera view on/off Turning the semi-automatic camera manually perspective on/off To manually turn on the rearview To turn on semi-automatic cam- camera, press the Park Assist key on the era perspective, press the Park Assist switch cluster. key on the switch cluster.
Page 256 CONTROLS Parking Turning the automatic camera Lateral Parking Aid display perspective on/off Turning the camera view on/off automatically When the parking assistance systems' dis- play is turned on, automatic camera per- spective is selected automatically. The icon for automatic camera perspec- tive is automatically selected in the selec- tion window.
Page 257 Parking CONTROLS General information Turning the 3D view on/off Follow the information in the "Parking as- sistance systems" chapter. To turn on 3D view, press the Park Assist key on the switch cluster. Turning the side view on/off The parking assistance systems view is The selection window lets you choose the displayed.
Page 258 CONTROLS Parking Display To exit car wash view, select another cam- era view from the selection at the top. Display Two static circle segments are displayed in the camera image. These circle segments help to estimate the distance of the trailer to the trailer hitch.
Page 259 Parking CONTROLS Panorama view can be turned on/off using Display the Interaction Unit. Depending on vehicle equipment, this func- tion can be activated automatically by sav- ing activation points. General information The camera image shows different levels of distortion in some areas and is thus not suitable for distance estimations.
Page 260 A GPS signal must be received. Editing activation points – Depending on national-market version: Activation points can be renamed or de- A MINI ID or driver profile must be acti- leted, individually or collectively. vated. – The reversing camera and front camera Press the Park Assist key on the must be installed.
Page 261 System limits – Data transfer must be activated. The door opening angle view does not warn – The MINI app must be installed on the you of approaching road users. mobile end device. The vehicle's surroundings are distorted in –...
Page 262 CONTROLS Parking – With a door or the cargo area open. damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con- Dark fields in the display indicate areas ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit- that are not recorded by the system. uation closely, be ready to take over steer- ing and braking at any time, and actively –...
Page 263 Parking CONTROLS Turning off the system automatically When there are objects in front of and behind the vehicle at the same time, at a Park Distance Control switches off automat- distance smaller than approx. 8 in/20 cm, ically when driving forward or if a certain an alternating continuous tone will sound distance or speed is exceeded.
Page 264 CONTROLS Parking Objects that are farther away are already displayed before a signal sounds. Depending on the view, pathway lines, turn- ing circle lines and obstacle markings are shown for a better estimation of the space required. Depending on vehicle equipment, the sen- sor detection range is shown by the shaded, ring-shaped area.
Page 265 Parking CONTROLS Active Park Distance Control Depending on vehicle equipment, the sen- sor detection range is shown by the shaded area on the Interaction Unit. Principle Obstacles next to the vehicle are not dis- Active Park Distance Control is the brake played.
Page 266 CONTROLS Parking The function is automatically reactivated when Park Distance Control is switched on Warning again. When using the trailer hitch, the assis- tance system cannot react correctly be- Settings cause the sensors are concealed. There is a risk of accident, injury, and property You can configure which areas of your ve- damage.
Page 267 Parking CONTROLS Drive-off monitoring damage. Do not use the driver assistance system while towing a trailer or when us- ing the trailer hitch, e.g., for a rear bicycle Principle rack. In case of a risk of collision, the start-up monitoring reduces the drive power when Sensors driving off.
Page 268 CONTROLS Parking Canceling reduced drive power on the objects detected, e.g., parking vehi- cles. The system status is displayed. The reduction of the drive power is can- The system calculates the best possible celed in the following situations: parking line for driving in or out of park- –...
Page 269 Parking CONTROLS Vehicle features and options ing the trailer hitch, e.g., for a rear bicycle rack. This system may not be available in the owned vehicle, e.g. due to the selected op- tional equipment, the national-market ver- Warning sion or the option for later enabling and software updates.
Page 270 CONTROLS Parking The Automatic Parking Assistant Professio- nal is additionally controlled by the follow- ing cameras: – Front camera. – Exterior mirror cameras. – Rearview camera. Functional requirements When driving out of parallel parking spaces. Measurement of parking spaces The following functional requirements apply when measuring parking spaces: –...
Page 271 Parking CONTROLS – The parking space must be clearly Icon Meaning marked with lines. Reverse lengthwise parking, – The one-time calibration of the camera right. after vehicle delivery must be complete. Drive a few kilometers in daylight to do Reverse lengthwise parking, left.
Page 272 CONTROLS Parking The parking assistance systems view is Follow the instructions on the Interac- displayed. tion Unit. The parking space search and possible The status symbol for the Automatic parking spaces are shown on the Inter- Parking Assistant illuminates green. The action Unit.
Page 273 Parking CONTROLS – With open cargo area. No parking assistance – With open hood. The Automatic Parking Assistant does not offer assistance in the following situations: – With the doors open. – In tight curves. – During activation or intervention by driver assistance systems.
Page 274 CONTROLS Parking Maneuver Assistant Safety information Principle Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute The Maneuver Assistant provides support for the driver’s personal judgment in as- for recurring parking and maneuvering sit- sessing the traffic situation. Based on the uations.
Page 275 Parking CONTROLS Detection range cle delivery must be complete. Drive a few kilometers in daylight to do so. Recording maneuver General information Up to ten maneuvers can be recorded at different locations. Up to four overlapping maneuvers can be recorded. Identical maneuvers under different ambi- The detection range for a maneuver is div- ent conditions can be recorded such as light...
Page 276 CONTROLS Parking sage will be displayed and a signal tone The Maneuver Assistant is canceled with- will sound. out engaging selector lever position P. Driv- ing can continue immediately. While the vehicle is stationary, on the bottom toolbar, select the following Canceling the Maneuver Assistant function: "Save recording".
Page 277 Follow the system limits in the "Parking as- without you having to be inside the vehicle, sistance systems" chapter. using a smartphone and the MINI app. This makes it easy to get in and out of the vehi- Functional limitations cle.
Page 278 Remote Control Parking may compatible smartphone. not be available. Follow the instructions on – The MINI app must be linked to a MINI the MINI app. Connected account. It may not be easy to maneuver into a park- –...
Page 279 Parking CONTROLS Back-up assistant Safety information Principle Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute The Back-up Assistant helps when revers- for the driver’s personal judgment in as- ing, e.g., when pulling out of tight or un- sessing the traffic situation. Based on the clear parking or road situations.
Page 280 CONTROLS Parking – Reversing Assistant Professional: suffi- Stop no later than when normal road ciently bright light conditions on the traffic is reached and take control of the saved route. vehicle such as by shifting to forward gear. – Reversing Assistant Professional: the cameras on the vehicle must be clean Canceling the Back-up Assistant and clear.
Page 281 Parking CONTROLS System limits Speed threshold The maximum speed when reversing is lim- ited to approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. A warning is issued at a speed of approx. 4 mph/7 km/h. If the maximum speed is exceeded, the function is interrupted. Functional limitations Different influences can lead to side devia- tions when driving the stored distance cov-...
Page 282 Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8. MINI Sound Depending on vehicle equipment and na- tional-market version, the vehicle drive sound can be adjusted using MINI Sound. To configure MINI Sound, go through the menu as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Drivetrain and chassis"...
Page 283 Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and options Icon Function Maximum cooling. This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available Air recirculation mode. in the future, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Page 284 CONTROLS Climate control Settings Icon Function Individual settings for climate control func- Defrost function. tions, e.g., seat heating intensity, can be configured using the Interaction Unit. Rear window defroster. To configure the climate control functions individually, select the icon for the Climate Control menu on the Calling up climate control menu bar.
Page 285 Climate control CONTROLS At the same time, a condensation sensor functions, e.g., seat heating, is adjusted in- controls the automatic program in order to dividually. prevent window condensation to the extent possible. Select the Climate menu icon on the menu bar. Overview Tap the settings button.
Page 286 CONTROLS Climate control Air distribution settings Principle The air distribution can be adjusted as re- quired in manual mode. Adjusting the air distribution The air distribution can be adjusted via the Tap the button with temperature dis- Interaction Unit: play. Set the desired temperature.
Page 287 Climate control CONTROLS Functional requirement Turning maximum cooling on/off The climate control function can be used Maximum cooling can be turned on/off us- with standby or drive-ready state. ing the Interaction Unit: Switching the cooling function Select the Climate menu icon on on/off the menu bar.
Page 288 CONTROLS Climate control Turning air recirculation on/off Turning the SYNC program on/off Air recirculation can be turned on/off using The SYNC program can be turned on/off us- the Interaction Unit: ing the Interaction Unit: Select the Climate menu icon on Select the Climate menu icon on the menu bar.
Page 289 Climate control CONTROLS Rear window defroster Adjusting seat heating Automatic program Principle When the automatic program is activated, With the rear window defroster, ice and the intensity of seat heating can be ad- condensation are quickly removed from the justed: As you drive, the heater output is rear window.
Page 290 CONTROLS Climate control Adjusting steering wheel heating Front ventilation Automatic program When the automatic program is activated, the intensity of steering wheel heating can be adjusted. As you drive, the heater output is automatically adjusted according to your set intensity. Adjusting steering wheel heating manually –...
Page 291 Climate control CONTROLS – Emissions-tested vehicle interior. Functional requirements – Interior filter. The following functional requirements apply for pre-conditioning: – Air conditioning system to control the temperature, air flow, and air recircula- – The vehicle is in idle state or standby tion.
Page 292 The departure time is preselected in two Activating with the MINI app steps: Depending on vehicle equipment, the MINI – Set the departure time. app with remote functionality can be used –...
Page 293 Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and options Sockets Principle This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are The socket can be used for electronic devi- currently available, or may become available ces when the standby or drive-ready state is in the future, even if they are not present in switched on.
Page 294 CONTROLS Interior equipment USB port Warning If metal objects fall or are plugged into Principle electronic interfaces, e.g., sockets or USB Mobile devices can be charged via USB ca- ports, these objects can cause a short cir- ble using the USB port. cuit and destroy the interface.
Page 295 Interior equipment CONTROLS Rear center console Safety information Warning When charging a Qi-compatible device in the wireless charging tray, any metal ob- jects on the tray together with the device can become very hot. Storage media or electronic cards, e.g., chip cards, cards with magnetic strips, or cards for trans- mitting signals, may not function correctly when placed together on the tray with the...
Page 296 CONTROLS Interior equipment – The smartphone cannot exceed maxi- – Due to excessive temperatures on the mum dimensions of approx. 6.69 x 3.34 tray and smartphone. x 0.7 in/170 x 85 x 18 mm. – If there are objects between the smart- –...
Page 297 Recordings can be shown using the to the MINI Connected account. MINI app. – Data is saved to the MINI app and, after Follow applicable legal requirements when data is sent, to the mobile device. using this system. The following applies for the Anti-Theft Re-...
Page 298 The MINI app is installed on the mobile A photo can be taken as follows: device. Go through the menu as follows: Apps – The MINI app is linked to the MINI Con- menu / "All" / "Interior camera" / nected account. "Camera". –...
Page 299 Up to three media recordings can be saved to the vehicle and synchronized with the Saved recordings can be played, sent, and MINI app. If the vehicle is reset to factory deleted in the vehicle. settings, recordings saved to the vehicle are In some national-market versions, record- deleted.
Page 300 CONTROLS Storage compartments Storage compartments Vehicle features and options into the vehicle interior during the trip, for instance, in the event of an accident or when braking or making an evasive ma- This chapter describes model-specific neuver. There is a risk of injury. Always equipment, systems, and functions that are close storage compartments immediately currently available, or may become available...
Page 301 Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage tray in center console Closing the glove compartment To close the glove compartment, press the glove compartment lid down until it en- Overview gages. The storage compartments are located in the center console. Locking the glove compartment Additional information: The glove compartment can be locked with Wireless charging tray, refer to page 295.
Page 302 CONTROLS Storage compartments cup holder or lead to scalding. There is a ers. Clean up spilled liquids immediately. risk of injury and risk of property damage. Do not transport hot beverages. Do not force objects into the cup holder. Make sure that drink containers are se- Overview cured firmly in the cup holder.
Page 303 Storage compartments CONTROLS Overview The coat hooks are located on the rear grab handles in the headliner. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 304 CONTROLS Cargo area Cargo area Vehicle features and options Warning When driving, loose items or devices con- This chapter describes model-specific nected to the vehicle with a cable, i.e., equipment, systems, and functions that are mobile phones, may be thrown around the currently available, or may become available vehicle, e.g., in the event of an accident in the future, even if they are not present in...
Page 305 Cargo area CONTROLS – Cover sharp edges and corners on the Subtract the combined weight of the cargo. driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. – Do not stack cargo above the upper edge of the backrests. The resulting figure equals the availa- ble amount of cargo and luggage load –...
Page 306 CONTROLS Cargo area Overview Depending on vehicle equipment, there is a net on the left side of the cargo area. Smaller items can be stored in the net. To transport larger objects, slide the net down. Storage compartment on the right side The lashing eyes are located on the side panels in the cargo area.
Page 307 Cargo area CONTROLS – Fold down the cargo area floor before Fold up the cargo area floor driving off. The cargo area floor can be folded up as – Always secure cargo against slipping, follows: using straps, belts and lashing eyes, Fold the rear part of the cargo area floor for instance.
Page 308 CONTROLS Cargo area Inserting the cargo floor panel Warning Proceed in reverse order to insert the cargo If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unse- area floor: cured cargo can be thrown about the car’s Place the folded cargo area floor flat interior;...
Page 309 Cargo area CONTROLS Adjusting Folding back the backrest To adjust the loading position of the rear To fold back the rear seat backrests, pro- seat backrests, proceed as follows: ceed as follows: Pull the loop on the side of the seat. Fold the rear seat backrest down.
Page 310 CONTROLS Cargo area Warning An incorrectly inserted cargo cover can be thrown about the car's interior such as in the event of an accident or a braking or evasive maneuver. There is a risk of injury and risk of property damage. Make sure the cargo cover is securely engaged in the brackets.
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Page 312 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Tires Tire traction is not optimal due to manufac- turing circumstances when tires are brand This chapter describes model-specific new. equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available Drive conservatively for the first in the future, even if they are not present in...
Page 313 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS – Close all windows and the glass sunroof. ces. There is a risk of injury and risk of property damage. If possible, only use mo- – Greatly increase the blower output. bile communication devices, e.g., mobile –...
Page 314 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Braking safely Driving in wet conditions In case of wet roads, exposure to road salt General information or in heavy rain, gently depress the brake pedal every few kilometers. Ensure that this The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock action does not endanger other road users.
Page 315 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Brake disk corrosion When driving on poor roads Corrosion on the brake disks and contami- For your own safety and the safety of pas- nation on the brake pads are increased by sengers as well as your vehicle, when driv- the following circumstances: ing on poor-quality roads, note the follow- ing:...
Page 316 DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Driving on racetracks General information The roof bar can only be installed if the vehicle has a roof rail. Warning Roof racks are available as optional accesso- ries. The vehicle is not designed for use in M Sport or motorsport-like competition.
Page 317 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS – Do not let objects project into the swiv- eling range of the tailgate. – Drive carefully. Do not drive off or brake suddenly or take corners at speed. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 318 DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier Trailer and rear carrier Vehicle features and options Loading To load the trailer, distribute the cargo as evenly as possible over the loading surface. This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are Stow the cargo as low and close to the currently available, or may become available trailer axle as possible.
Page 319 Trailer and rear carrier DRIVING TIPS Electrical consumption General information General information To preserve the vehicle battery and reduce electrical consumption, keep the switch-on times of power consumers short during camper operation. Trailer lighting Before starting a drive, make sure that the trailer lighting is working properly.
Page 320 DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier Removing the cover Safety information Warning If the trailer safety line or the trailer safety chain is not fastened correctly, the trailer may unintentionally come loose. There is a risk of accident. Before driving with a trailer, correctly couple the trailer safety line or the trailer safety chain to the eye of the trailer hitch.
Page 321 Trailer and rear carrier DRIVING TIPS Additional information: Using a trailer or rear carrier – Driver assistance systems, refer to General information page 221. – Driving stability control systems, refer When the trailer power socket is occupied, to page 216. a drop-down menu appears on the Interac- tion Unit.
Page 322 DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier Maximum speed Hills The maximum permitted speed for the ve- Vehicle-trailer combinations tend to sway hicle-trailer combination can be set when more on hills. towing a trailer. Depending on vehicle Before going downhill, shift to selector equipment, this setting is considered by lever position B and drive downhill slowly.
Page 323 Adjust driving style to traffic con- ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit- Select a MINI ID or driver profile on the uation closely, be ready to take over steer- Interaction Unit. ing and braking at any time, and actively Go through the menu as follows: Apps intervene where appropriate.
Page 324 DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier – When the driver grasps the steering On the bottom toolbar, select the follow- wheel or takes over steering. ing function: "Trailer Assistant". – When shifting from reverse gear to se- The rearview camera display appears lector lever position D, the Trailer Assis- with a view of the tow bar and a stylized tant switches to standby mode.
Page 325 Trailer and rear carrier DRIVING TIPS A warning is given at a speed of approx. – A trailer is attached. 4 mph/7 km/h. – The trailer power socket is occupied. – Vehicle speed must be more than ap- Functional limitations prox.
Page 326 DRIVING TIPS Trailer and rear carrier Rear carriers weight of the rear carrier must not ex- ceed 165 lbs/75 kg. – If the center of gravity is 23.5 in- Principle ches/60 cm from the ball head, the gross Rear carriers, e.g., rear bicycle racks, are weight of the rear carrier must not ex- devices that are mounted on the vehicle in ceed 77 lbs/35 kg.
Page 327 – Have the vehicle serviced regularly. Adaptive recuperation can be deactivated Additional information: and activated manually on the MINI Interac- Range, refer to page 153. tion Unit. To activate/deactivate adaptive recuper- ation, go through the menu as follows:...
Page 328 DRIVING TIPS Increasing range Apps menu "All" / "Driving settings" / Exemplary driving situations "Drivetrain and chassis" / "Energy If you can travel a certain distance without recovery in D". any foreseeable need to brake, it is benefi- Select the desired setting. cial to coast.
Page 329 Selector lever position D or B is en- gaged. Select the desired setting. – It may be necessary to activate Experi- ence View in the MINI Modes settings. Display General information When Green Mode is enabled, the view on the Interaction Unit switches to the specific Green Mode view.
Page 330 DRIVING TIPS Increasing range In addition, full-screen view and minimal- Display in case of inefficient driving ist view contain visualizations for the Effi- style ciency Coach. An arrow appears on the Interaction Some system information can also be dis- Unit when the vehicle is driven be- played in the Head-up display.
Page 331 The defrost function is deactivated. Activating/deactivating Max Range To activate/deactivate Max Range, proceed as follows: On the switch cluster, select Green Mode using the MINI Modes switch. "Max Range". "Activate maximum range" or "Deactivate maximum range". Configure desired settings as necessary.
Page 332 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Charging the vehicle Vehicle features and options Warning A faulty or incorrectly designed charging This chapter describes model-specific device at the charging location can cause equipment, systems, and functions that are damage to the vehicle and overload the currently available, or may become available power supply at the charging location.
Page 333 High voltage is present power grid, we recommended charging at a at the charging connection. There is a risk charging station, e.g., MINI Wallbox. of injury or danger to life. The power grid and charging station should...
Page 334 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Charging cable unknown power networks, set on the low- est level. General information Charging on a domestic socket Use a Mode 2 charging cable, Mode 3 outlet charging cable, or the permanently instal- led charging cable of a charging station to The permitted charge current strength must charge the vehicle.
Page 335 Charging the vehicle MOBILITY The charging cable may be permanently in- stalled at the charging station. Warning The Mode 3 charging cable is also referred An incorrectly connected charging cable to as AC quick charging cable. can lead to damage, for instance cable fire. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage DC charging cable to property.
Page 336 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle the charging socket flap and charging The charging socket flap opens. socket, e.g., remove snow. Functional requirements To connect the charging cable, the follow- ing functional requirements must be met: – The selector lever position P is engaged. –...
Page 337 Charging the vehicle MOBILITY then from the domestic socket outlet or AC Unlocking the charging cable charging station. Principle Release the charging cable using the Depending on charging socket, when the charging cable release button on the vehicle is unlocked, the charging cable can charging socket or via the Interaction be released using the charging cable release Unit.
Page 338 A charging procedure is canceled or not For more information on Plug & Charge, see started due to the installation of a Remote the My MINI App. Software Upgrade. The charging procedure may not continue automatically after the Functional requirements successful installation.
Page 339 Charging the vehicle MOBILITY – The charging contract must contain Preparing the high-voltage battery Plug & Charge and include the respec- tive vehicle. Principle – The charging station must support Plug Charging at the optimal high-voltage bat- & Charge. tery temperature increases the charging –...
Page 340 335. Depending on vehicle equipment, the sys- Lock vehicle if it is unlocked. tem can also be operated with the MINI app Once the charging cable connector is plug- on a smartphone. ged into the high-voltage charging socket, Additional information: the charging cable is locked automatically.
Page 341 "Time slot". Additional messages about the charge level Select the desired setting. can be shown on the Interaction Unit or on the mobile device via the MINI app. Charge target Setting the charging mode Principle There are a number of charging mode set- The high-voltage battery can be set to tings you can change.
Page 342 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle General information When the vehicle is charged at a public charging station, the charging process may A target value of 80 % is recommended for not continue automatically after an inter- fast charging and optimal service life of the ruption.
Page 343 Charging the vehicle MOBILITY Display Meaning Display Meaning Current charging capacity. The temperature of the high- voltage battery is adjusted for Icon indicates that the ve- an upcoming charging process. hicle has reached its maximum charging power. Preparing the high-voltage bat- tery, refer to page Maximum charging current or current limit set.
Page 344 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle – Running air conditioning for a departure Additional information: time. Pre-conditioning, refer to page 291. – Scheduling up to three regular departure times. Location-based charging set- – Scheduling a one-time departure time. tings Air conditioning for departure time To configure the air conditioning for a Principle specific departure time, go through the...
Page 345 The performance of the high-voltage bat- Depending on vehicle equipment, the sys- tery, and thus the vehicle's range, decreases tem can also be operated with the MINI app over its service life. When used correctly, on a smartphone. an optimal service life of the high-voltage battery can be achieved.
Page 346 MOBILITY Charging the vehicle Charge target, refer to page 341. The vehicle must be inspected by an au- thorized service center or another qualified – Recharge the high-voltage battery as service center or repair shop. If, in this close to a planned departure as possible. case, no inspection is performed, it may no A time frame can be set for charging.
Page 347 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options Tire pressure specifications In the tire pressure table This chapter describes model-specific The tire pressure table contains all tire in- equipment, systems, and functions that are flation pressure specifications for given tire currently available, or may become available sizes at ambient temperature.
Page 348 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Functional requirements Checking tire pressure specifications on Interaction Unit Only check the tire pressure when the tires are cold, i.e.: To check the tire pressure using the tire pressure information on the Interaction – A distance traveled of max. Unit, proceed as follows: 1.25 miles/2 km has not been exceeded.
Page 349 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h. The tire inflation pressure specifications can also be found on the tire pressure label on the driver's door pillar. Tire pressure values up to 100 mph/160 km/h SE ALL4 The tire inflation pressure specifications in the tire pressure table correspond to cold...
Page 350 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Tire pressure values over 100 mph/160 km/h SE ALL4 The tire inflation pressure specifications in the tire pressure table correspond to cold tires and full load. Tire size Front wheel Rear wheel Tire pressure speci- Tire pressure speci- fications in bar/PSI fications in bar/PSI 225/55 R 18 102 H XL A/S...
Page 351 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire age Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, Recommendation are AA, A, B, and C. Regardless of the tire tread depth, replace Those grades represent the tire's ability to tires at least every 6 years. stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified govern- Production date...
Page 352 MOBILITY Wheels and tires The positions of the wear indicators are marked on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Winter tires, as well as all-season tires with Wear Indicator. better winter performance than summer tires, can be identified by the M+S marking on the tire side wall.
Page 353 Wheels and tires MOBILITY needed. Do not repair damaged tires, but Safety information have them replaced. Warning Wheels and tires that are not suitable for Warning the vehicle can damage parts of the ve- The wheels, tires and chassis components hicle.
Page 354 MOBILITY Wheels and tires – Handling. Maximum speed of winter tires – Comfort. If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed of the – Noise characteristics. winter tires, the maximum permissible Specially developed tires are marked with speed must be indicated with a sign placed a star on the tire sidewall.
Page 355 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire repair set Storing tires Do not exceed the maximum tire pressure specified on the tire sidewall, also when Principle storing tires. The tire repair set is used to temporarily When storing tires, note the following: seal minor tire damage so that it is possible –...
Page 356 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Sealant bottle and filler hose – Engage the parking brake. – Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead posi- tion and engage the steering wheel lock. – As soon as permitted by the traffic flow, have all vehicle occupants get out and make sure that they remain outside the hazardous area such as behind a guard-...
Page 357 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Filling the tire with sealing compound Connect the filler hose to the outlet of the sealant bottle and turn clockwise by To fill in tire sealant, let the compressor run 90° to the stop. for max. 10 minutes until a tire pressure of 2.5 bar/36 psi is reached.
Page 358 Replace the faulty tire and the sealant bottle sure display of the compressor. from the tire repair set as soon as possible. Do not continue driving unless a mini- Additional information: mum tire pressure of 1.3 bar/19 psi is displayed. Contact an authorized service –...
Page 359 Wheels and tires MOBILITY System limits pressures on the Interaction Unit and com- pares these with the current tire pressures. If the tire cannot be made drivable, con- tact an authorized service center or another General information qualified service center or repair shop. When using tires not found in the tire infla- If vehicle is equipped with Tire Pressure tion pressure specifications on the vehicle,...
Page 360 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Interaction Unit after driving for a short Configuring the tire settings time. To enter information on equipped tires in Enter the information about the the tire settings, proceed as follows: mounted tires in the tire settings when Go through the menu as follows: the system does not automatically de- Apps menu / "Vehicle"...
Page 361 Wheels and tires MOBILITY The specified nominal pressures take the Gray wheels influence of driving and outside tempera- The wheels illuminate gray on the Interac- ture on the tire temperature into account. tion Unit if it is not possible to detect a loss The appropriate nominal pressure is always of tire pressure.
Page 362 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Messages: for tires without special Measure approval Check the tire pressure and correct as needed. General information If the tire inflation pressure is too low When using tires without special approval, the Tire Pressure Monitor may display a Message message.
Page 363 Wheels and tires MOBILITY An icon with a Check Control message ap- Icon Possible cause pears on the Interaction Unit. There is a flat tire or a major tire Icon Possible cause pressure loss. Inflation was not carried out according to specifications, Measure e.g., the tire has not been suffi- Reduce your speed and come to a stop...
Page 364 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Measure Icon Possible cause Reduce your speed and come to a stop There is a tire pressure loss. carefully. Avoid sudden braking and No reset was performed for the steering maneuvers. system. The system issues a warn- Follow the instructions for what to do in ing based on the tire inflation case of a flat tire.
Page 365 Wheels and tires MOBILITY teraction Unit again after driving for a short ized service center or another qualified time. service center or repair shop. Sudden tire pressure loss Declaration according to NHTSA/ FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring The system is not able to indicate sudden System and serious tire damage and the resulting loss of tire pressure caused by external cir-...
Page 366 MOBILITY Wheels and tires function indicator is illuminated, the system Status display may not be able to detect or signal low tire The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions can be displayed on the Interaction Unit, may occur for a variety of reasons, includ- e.g., to check whether the Flat Tire Monitor ing the installation of replacement or alter-...
Page 367 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Messages Actions in the event of a flat tire In the event of a flat tire, identify the General information damaged tire. The Tire Pressure Monitor displays a mes- To do this, check the tire pressure in sage when a tire is flat.
Page 368 MOBILITY Wheels and tires Changing wheels/tires tires. Using the jack frequently may cause it to become jammed or damaged. There is a risk of injury and risk of property General information damage. Only use the jack to change an emergency or spare wheel in the event of When a flat tire kit is used, an immediate a breakdown.
Page 369 Wheels and tires MOBILITY service center or another qualified service On a level surface center or repair shop. Warning Incorrect handling of the jack can damage the vehicle's underbody and expose high- voltage components. There is a risk of in- jury and risk of property damage.
Page 370 MOBILITY Wheels and tires – As soon as permitted by the traffic flow, have all vehicle occupants get out and make sure that they remain outside the hazardous area such as behind a guard- rail. – If necessary, set up the hazard triangle or hazard warning lights at a suitable distance.
Page 371 Wheels and tires MOBILITY To raise the vehicle so that you can change Make sure that the car jack foot extends a wheel, proceed as follows: vertically and is at a right angle beneath the jacking point. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar- row 1, and grasp the jack crank handle or lever with your other hand, arrow 2.
Page 372 MOBILITY Wheels and tires After the wheel change After changing the wheel, do the following: Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tightening torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm. Stow the faulty wheel in the cargo area, if necessary. Check the tire pressure at the next op- portunity and correct as necessary.
Page 373 Under the hood MOBILITY Under the hood Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are Warning currently available, or may become available Improperly executed work under the hood in the future, even if they are not present in can damage components and lead to a the vehicle.
Page 374 MOBILITY Under the hood Hood Warning There are moving components under the Safety information hood. Certain components under the hood can also move with the vehicle switched Warning off, for instance the radiator fan. There is a risk of injury. Do not reach into the area of An incorrectly locked hood can open while moving parts.
Page 375 Under the hood MOBILITY Hood can be opened. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood. 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. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 376 MOBILITY Operating fluids Operating fluids Vehicle features and options Safety information This chapter describes model-specific Warning equipment, systems, and functions that are Some types of antifreeze can contain currently available, or may become available harmful substances and are flammable. in the future, even if they are not present in There is a risk of fire and an injury hazard.
Page 377 Operating fluids MOBILITY Overview The washer fluid reservoir is located under the hood. Malfunction The use of undiluted windshield washer fluid concentrate or alcohol-based anti- freeze can lead to incorrect readings at tem- peratures below +5 ℉/-15 ℃. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 378 MOBILITY Maintenance Maintenance Vehicle features and options It is recommended that the work on the vehicle, in particular maintenance and re- pair, is performed by an authorized service This chapter describes model-specific center or another qualified service center equipment, systems, and functions that are or repair shop.
Page 379 Maintenance MOBILITY Maintenance Booklet for US strongly recommended that access to the diagnostic socket be limited to an author- Models ized service center or another qualified service center or repair shop, or other per- Please consult your Maintenance Booklet sons who have specialized training and for additional information on the perform- equipment and who are able to use the ance of service and maintenance work.
Page 380 MOBILITY Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options Wiper blades Safety information This chapter describes model-specific equipment, systems, and functions that are currently available, or may become available NOTICE in the future, even if they are not present in The window may sustain damage if the the vehicle.
Page 381 Replacing components MOBILITY Lights and bulbs Press the button on the wiper, arrow 1, turn the wiper blade clockwise slightly, then pull it forward and out, arrow 2. Principle The bulbs and lights contribute signifi- cantly to driving safety. All headlights and lights are designed using LED technology at least.
Page 382 MOBILITY Replacing components The vehicle battery is maintenance-free. Icon Meaning More information on the vehicle battery can No smoking, no open be requested from an authorized service flames, no sparks. center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Wear safety goggles. Safety information Keep away from children.
Page 383 Fuses General information The fuses are located at different places in the vehicle. Information on the fuse layout and the lo- cations of fuse boxes is provided online: mini.com/fusecard. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 384 MINI Assistance Principle MINI Assistance includes various services for the vehicle, e.g., customer support. The services help maintain mobility. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 385 Go through the menu as follows: Apps menu / "All" / "MINI Assist". "MINI Roadside Assist." or select the de- MINI Roadside Assistance sired service. Note the views shown on the Interaction Principle Unit.
Page 386 Check Control, refer to page 144. MINI Accident Assistance Starting MINI Accident Assistance manually Principle MINI Accident Assistance can also be con- MINI Accident Assistance can be contacted tacted independently of the automatic acci- if assistance is required following an acci- dent detection function.
Page 387 Automatic triggering Even if the MINI Response Center can no Under certain conditions, for example if the longer be heard through the loudspeakers, airbags are deployed, an emergency call is...
Page 388 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Have the vehicle checked by an authorized service center or another qualified service Warning center or repair shop. Fluids in the high-voltage battery are cor- rosive. There is a risk of injury. Do not touch fluids escaping from the high-volt- What to do after an accident age battery.
Page 389 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Pushing the vehicle – Only lift the vehicle using a suitable device. To remove a broken-down vehicle from the – Do not lift or secure the vehicle on hazard area, it can be pushed for distances the towing eye, rims, body compo- of approx.
Page 390 MOBILITY Breakdown Assistance Safety information – Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable the vehicle to be towed without jerking. Warning – Make sure the tow rope is not twisted If the approved gross vehicle weight of the when fastening. towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle –...
Page 391 Breakdown Assistance MOBILITY Safety information Towing eye thread NOTICE If the towing eye is not used as intended, there may be damage to the vehicle or to the towing eye. There is a risk of property damage. Follow the notes on using the towing eye.
Page 392 MOBILITY Vehicle care Vehicle care Vehicle features and options It is recommended that work on the charg- ing connection, for example cleaning, is performed by an authorized service center This chapter describes model-specific or another qualified service center or re- equipment, systems, and functions that are pair shop.
Page 393 Vehicle care MOBILITY – Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃. standby if the vehicle is meant to coast, e.g., in a car wash. – Minimum distance from sensors, cam- eras, seals and lights: 12 inches/30 cm. In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to –...
Page 394 Dust and crumbs can work into pores and The manufacturer recommends using vehi- folds, causing heavy abrasion and prema- cle care and cleaning agents from MINI. ture degradation of the leather surface. Suitable vehicle care products are availa- Clean leather regularly with a damp cloth or ble from an authorized service center or vacuum cleaner.
Page 395 Vehicle care MOBILITY Fabric care Caring for special components General information Displays, operating elements, and projection screen of the Head- In case of major soiling, use a moist soft up display sponge or microfiber cloth with suitable in- terior cleaners. To prevent material alteration and discol- NOTICE oration, remove corrosive substances im-...
Page 396 MOBILITY Vehicle care Rubber components Seat belts Environmental influences can cause surface contamination of rubber parts and a loss of Warning shine. Use only water and suitable cleaning Chemical solvent cleaners can destroy the agents for cleaning. fabric of the seat belts and lead to seat Treat especially worn rubber parts with rub- belts no longer having their protective ef- ber care products at regular intervals.
Page 397 Vehicle care MOBILITY of travel to prevent the carpet from becom- ing matted. Sensors and camera lenses General information To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass detergent. Cleaning the rearview camera When the rear window is cleaned, the rear- view camera is also cleaned automatically.
Page 398 Owner's Manual are used as guidance val- The height of the vehicle can also differ, ues. Vehicle-specific data may deviate from e.g., due to tires and vehicle load. Detailed technical data MINI Countryman Dimensions Width with mirrors 81.5 2,069 Width without mirrors 72.6...
Page 399 Technical data REFERENCE MINI Countryman Dimensions Turning circle Ø 38.7 11.8 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 Weight Maximum permissible payload 1,025 Maximum permissible total weight 5,666 2,570 Maximum permissible front axle load 2,734 1,240 Maximum permissible rear axle load 3,175 1,440...
Page 400 REFERENCE Appendix Appendix General information Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the vehicle are listed here. Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 401 Appendix REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 402 Accessories and parts Air flow, automatic climate control AC charging station, see Charging vehi- Air outlets, see Ventilation Air pressure, tires Accident Assistance, see MINI Accident As- Air quality sistance Air vent, see Ventilation Accident prevention, see Active Protec- Alarm, avoiding...
Page 403 Balance Mode, see MINI Modes Audio, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Ball head, removable Entertainment and Communication Bandages, see First-aid kit Authorized service center, see MINI Acci- Bar for tow-starting/towing dent Assistance Battery, charge state indicator Authorized service center, see MINI Road-...
Page 404 REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Brake disks, see Brake system Carpet, care Brake pads, see Brake system Car seats, see Transporting children Brake, see Gear position B safely Brake system Car wash Braking, information Car wash, automatic Breakdown assistance Car wash view Break-in CBS, see Condition Based Service...
Page 405 Corrosion, brake disks Cleaning, see Care Cosmetic mirror Climate control Cross Traffic Warning Closing with smartphone, see MINI Digital Cruise Control, Cruise Control, see Speed control systems Closing with the Key Card Cruise Control, see Speed control sys- Clothes hooks...
Page 406 Drive Recorder Emergency call Driver profiles Emergency release, transmission lock Driver profiles, welcome screen Emergency service, see MINI Roadside As- Drive sound, see MINI Sound sistance Driving Emergency Stop Assistant Energy recovery and deceleration Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 407 Engine noise, artificial, see Acoustic pedes- Fastening seat belts, see Seat belts trian protection Fatigue Alert Engine sound, see MINI Sound Fatigue warner, see Fatigue Alert Engine start, see Jump-starting Fault indicators, see Check Control Entering a destination, see Owner's Manual...
Page 408 High-voltage battery, heavily dis- and sun protection charged Glove compartment High-voltage battery, long stationary peri- G-Meter Go Kart Mode, see MINI Modes High-voltage battery, service life GPS navigation, navigation, see Owner's High-voltage battery, vehicle shutdown Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, High-voltage system, automatic deactiva-...
Page 409 Jacking points for the vehicle jack Indicator light on the charging socket, see Jump-starting Display, charging status Indicator lights Individual air distribution Individual settings, see MINI ID Key Card Inductive charging, smartphone, see Wire- Keyless Go, see Comfort Access less charging tray Key, mechanical...
Page 410 Entertainment, Communication Loading position Microfilter, see Interior filter Loading the cargo area, see Cargo MINI Accident Assistance Local time, see Time MINI Connected, see Owner's Manual Location-based charging settings for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi- Locking, see Opening and Closing cation Locking, settings...
Page 411 OBD, see On-board diagnosis Navigation, Entertainment and Communi- Obstacle marking, additional camera view cation displays Mobile Service, see MINI Accident Assis- OFF indicator, see Standby and drive-ready tance state Mobile Service, see MINI Roadside Assis- Off-road driving, see Driving on poor...
Page 412 Navigation, Entertainment, Communi- for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi- cation cation Radio, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Personal Mode, see MINI Modes Entertainment and Communication Personal profile, see MINI ID Radio stations, see Owner's Manual for Nav- Personal settings igation, Entertainment, Communication...
Page 413 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Rear-end collision preparation Reset, vehicle settings Rear lights, replacing, see Lights and Restricted Driving, see MINI Digital Key bulbs Retreaded tires Rear luggage rack Reversing Assistant Rear-mounted luggage rack Reversing Assistant Professional Rear seat backrests, folding down...
Page 414 Snapshot camera, see Interior camera Seating position for children Snow chains Seat massage Sockets, electrical devices Seats and head restraints Software version, see MINI Remote Soft- Seats, front ware Upgrade Seats, rear SOS button, see Intelligent emergency Securing, cargo call...
Page 415 Tilting down, front passenger's side exterior Store seat position, see Memory func- mirror, see Automatic Curb Monitor tion Time Store steering wheel position, see Memory Timeless Mode, see MINI Modes function Time of day, see Time Storing the vehicle Time setting, automatic Stowage, cargo...
Page 416 Control roads Traffic bulletins, see Owner's Manual Updates made after the editorial deadline for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi- Updating software, see MINI Remote Soft- cation ware Upgrade Traffic Jam Assistant, Assisted Driving Upgrade, see MINI Remote Software Up- Mode Plus, see Speed control systems...
Page 417 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Voice activation system Wi-Fi connection, see Owner's Manual Voice control for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi- Voice control, see MINI Intelligent Personal cation Assistant Wind deflector, defrosting Voice recognition Wind deflector, removing condensation Volume, see Owner's Manual for Navigation,...
Page 418 01405B45A27 ue *BL5B45A27006* Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 419 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01405B45A27 - VI/24...
Page 420 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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