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MINI E Congratulations on your new MINI This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and mainte- nance information.
CONTENTS The fastest way to find information on a particu- lar topic or item is by using the index, refer to page 108. Using this Owner's Manual Notes Reporting safety defects AT A GLANCE Cockpit CONTROLS Opening and closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control...
MINI < Marks the end of a specific item of informa- tion. Your MINI is an electric vehicle that produces no emissions, even while it is being operated. It is Indicates special equipment, country-specific powered entirely by an environmentally friendly equipment and optional accessories, as well as electric motor.
MINI safely and without risk threatening electric shock. to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occu- pants. Have the vehicle repaired by specially trained technicians only.
Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly. Your MINI is covered by the following warran- ties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty > Federal Emissions Performance Warranty >...
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Displays Charge status display Radio display, refer to separate Owner's Manual with indicator and warning lamps Radio, refer to separate Owner's Manual Display for > Clock > Outside temperature > Current vehicle speed > Indicator and warning lamps Resetting the trip odometer Display for >...
Indicator and warning lamps The concept Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2. Some lamps are checked for proper functioning and thus come on briefly when the run position or the ignition is switched on.
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Indicator warning lamp for front passenger airbags Reading lamps Color of ambient lighting Interior lamps Hazard warning flashers Speedometer Drive for audio CDs Switching audio sources on/off and adjust- ing volume Air conditioning system Temperature Recirculated air mode Air distribution for air conditioner Cooling function Rear window defroster...
Driver's door, page 21. Personal Profile The concept The functions of your MINI can be set individu- ally. By means of Personal Profiles, most of these settings are stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. When you unlock the car, the...
Operating from inside > Settings for the displays in the speedometer and charge status display: Button for central locking system, page 22. > 12h/24h mode of the clock, refer to For- In the event of a sufficiently severe accident, the mats and units of measure central locking system unlocks automatically.
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Locking Press and hold the button until the display changes. Press the button. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if symbol and "SET" are displayed. there is any person inside, because the vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.<...
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extended drive; this will recharge the battery, page 18. For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communications Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID: LX8766S Press and hold the button until the display LX8766E changes.
Locking Locking the vehicle. > Lock the driver's door with the integrated > Press the switch or key via the door lock, or > press down the safety lock button of a door. > press the safety lock button on the front To prevent you from being locked out, the passenger door and close the door from open driver's door cannot be locked using...
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Briefly press the button repeatedly until the display shows the illustrated symbol, arrow. Press the button in the handle, arrow, or the button of the remote control, for an extended period. The tailgate is unlocked and Press and hold the button until the display can be opened.
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Opening, closing Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger, or if ice on the win- dows, etc., prevents you from closing the win- dows normally, the window can be closed man- ually. Press the switch upward and hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value.
Adjustments Sitting safely Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the The ideal sitting position can make a vital contri- risk of neck injury in the event of an accident. bution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con- Adjust the head restraint in such a way junction with the safety belts, the head restraints that its center is at approx.
Backrest On the front passenger seat as well, do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven, otherwise there is a dan- ger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection nor- mally provided by the belt.<...
Height adjustment Pull up the lever on the seat backrest, arrow 1. To raise: pull up. The backrest folds forward. To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and slide the head restraint down. Move the seat forward by pushing on the backrest, arrow 2.
Have this work carried out Automatic heating only by a MINI Dealer or by a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accor- At outside temperatures below a certain limit,...
Interior rearview mirror To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night: Turn the knob. Steering wheel Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion, otherwise there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected move- ment.<...
Transporting children safely The right place for On the front passenger seat children After installing a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat, make sure that the front and side airbags for the front passen- Do not leave children unattended in the ger are deactivated, otherwise there is an vehicle, otherwise they could endanger increased risk of injury if the airbags...
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There is an additional anchor for child-restraint systems with a tether strap, arrow. Placement of the tether strap Direction of travel Head restraint Tether strap hook C pillar Anchor Seat backrest Tether strap of the child-restraint system Make sure the upper retaining strap does not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as it passes to the top anchor.
Driving Ignition lock > Run position on/off To switch to run position, depress the brake in addition. Inserting the key into the ignition lock Accessory position Individual electrical consumers are ready for operation. The time and outside temperature are displayed. The accessory position is switched off automati- cally when the key is removed from the ignition.
Releasing moving.< Unlike combustion engines, the motor in your MINI cannot be heard while the vehicle is stand- ing. The pointer of the charge status display points to the current value when the run posi- tion is switched on.
Removing the key P Park Move the selector lever to position P. Select this only when the vehicle is stationary. The transmission locks to prevent the drive Switch off run position. wheels from turning. Remove the key. The selector lever is locked into position P when the charging cable is connected.
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Energy recovery is below +257/-46 Your MINI makes it possible to convert kinetic In winter, energy recovery may not be avail- energy into electrical energy and to partially able immediately after the vehicle is started, recharge the high voltage battery in this way.
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Turn signals/ Electric motor noise The electric motor in your MINI makes far less headlamp flasher noise than a combustion engine. Please take this into consideration when driving, as other road users, e. g. pedestrians or bicyclists, may not hear your MINI; adapt your driving style accordingly.
Wiper system Press and hold the button until the display changes. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and "SET" are displayed. Switching on the wipers Switching off wipers or brief wipe Activating/deactivating intermittent mode Press and hold the button until the display changes.
Washer fluid Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty, otherwise you will Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. damage the washer pump. Therefore, keep it away from ignition Only use the washers if the bonnet has been sources, store it only in the closed original con- completely closed, otherwise the headlamp tainer and keep it out of reach of children,...
Everything under control Odometer, outside Press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until the current speed appears temperature display, in the lower display. clock Wait for the speed display to automatically move to the upper display. The outside temperature then appears in the lower display.
Energy consumption > Average speed indicator > Current vehicle speed To set the corresponding units of measure, refer The energy consumption indicator in the speed- to Formats and units of measure on page 42. ometer indicates whether energy is being con- sumed and recovered.
Settings and information Operating principle Certain settings and information are only avail- Adjusting settings able when the ignition is switched on, the vehi- > Confirmation signals when locking and cle is at a standstill and the doors are closed. unlocking the vehicle Button for: >...
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Exiting displays Switch on the ignition, refer to page 32. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "HOME" is displayed. Press the button for a longer period. Press and hold the button until the display The display again shows the outside tempera- changes.
Briefly press the button repeatedly until the The extent of service work required can be symbol and "SET" are displayed. read out from the remote control by your MINI Dealer.< Displaying vehicle check For certain maintenance operations, you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the charge status display.
Possible displays Button for selecting information Next setting or item of information Vehicle check More information on the MINI Maintenance Sys- tem can be found on page 84. Roadworthiness test Brake fluid Front brakes Rear brakes Exit display Online Edition for Part no.
Clock Date Setting the time Setting the date To set the 12h/24h mode, refer to Formats and To set the dd/mm or mm/dd date format, refer units of measure on page 42. to Formats and units of measure on page 42. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO"...
Check Control Other Check Control messages are automatically hidden after approx. 20 seconds, but remain stored. The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys- tems monitored. Check Control messages involve indicator or warning lamps in the dis- plays and, in some circumstances, an acoustic signal.
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Press the button repeatedly until the display shows the corresponding symbol and "CHECK INFO". Hold the button down. "CHECK OK" appears if there are no Check Control messages. If a Check Control message has been stored, the corresponding message is displayed. Briefly press the button to check for other messages.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the duration of the full braking application. Your MINI has a number of systems that help to maintain the vehicle's stability even in adverse Dynamic Stability Control DSC driving conditions.
Tire Pressure Monitor Using the button in the turn indicator lever Switch the vehicle to run position but do not start driving. The concept Briefly press the button in the turn indicator TPM checks the inflation pressures of the four lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO"...
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Do not continue driving and proper pressure. Driving on a significantly contact your MINI Dealer.< under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also...
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the level at which the TPMS low tire pressure tell- tale illuminates. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously lit.
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The relevant side airbag bag generators executed only by a MINI Dealer supports the side upper body area. The head air or a workshop that works according to repair bag supports the head.
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Operational readiness of airbag system MINI. Do not place any items under the seat which could press against the seat from below. Otherwise a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not ensured.<...
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Airbag system malfunction > The warning lamp does not come on when accessory or the ignition is switched on. > The warning lamp stays lit continuously. In the event of a fault in the airbag system, have it checked without delay, otherwise there is the risk that the system will not function as intended even if a sufficiently severe accident occurs.<...
Lamps Parking lamps/low beams interior lamps come on for a certain time as soon as the vehicle is unlocked. Pathway lighting If you activate the headlamp flasher after park- ing the car, with the lights switched off, the low beams come on and remain on for a certain time.
Briefly press the button repeatedly until the Switch on the ignition, refer to page 32. display shows the illustrated symbol. Briefly press the button in the turn indicator lever repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is dis- played. Press and hold the button until the display changes.
Switching off Briefly press the button to select: > Press the lever up or down to the pressure point. Daytime running lamps activated. > Instrument lighting Daytime running lamps deactivated. Press the button for a longer period. You can adjust the brightness of the instrument The setting is stored.
Switching interior lamps on/off manually > Press the switch toward the rear. The color changes in stages, ultimately to blue. Intermediate settings and colors are possible. To switch the interior lamps on/off. Press the switch. To switch off the interior lamps permanently, press the button for about 3 seconds.
Air conditioner Air flow rate Temperature Cooling function Rear window defroster Recirculated-air mode Air distribution Air flow rate Adjust the air flow rate. The higher the If condensation starts to form on the rate, the more effective the cooling will inside window surfaces, switch off the recirculated-air mode and, if necessary, switch on the cooling function or increase the air flow...
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Deactivate recirculated-air mode. Turn on rear window defroster if necessary. Microfilter The microfilter captures dust and pollen. The microfilter is changed by your MINI Dealer dur- ing routine maintenance work. Ventilation Knob for continuous opening and closing Jet for direction of air flow Opening/closing Turn the knob.
Ensure that beverages and other liquids do not spill inside the vehicle. If a large quantity of liquid spills in the vehicle, contact your MINI Dealer and do not drive the vehicle or sit in it. This could damage the onboard electronics and endanger people.<...
In your MINI, you can use electrical devices such Storage compartments as a flashlight, car vacuum cleaner, etc., up to approx. 200 watts at 12 volts, as long as one of In the vehicle interior the following sockets is available.
Therefore, drive cautiously during the Braking safely first 200 miles/300 km. Your MINI is equipped with ABS. If you are in a situation which requires full braking, it is best to Brake system brake using maximum brake pressure. Since the...
Determine the combined weight of luggage system as well as general care instructions for and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That your MINI start on page 85. weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
You MINI contains high voltage equipment for energy storage and energy supply, and for con- Emergency switch on: the high voltage sys- trolling the electric motor. The high voltage bat-...
Briefly press the button repeatedly until the damage the charging cable, charging station or symbol and "SET" are displayed. another connected current source.< Charging cable Only use the charging cable included with the vehicle or the charging cable of the charging station.
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cian; otherwise there is the risk of personal Connect the charging cable to the charging injury due to high voltage.< station or power socket. The charging process starts automatically when the indicator lamp lights up on the charge status display. If the vehicle is locked from the outside during charging, the charge socket door remains...
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MINI E tire inflation pressures Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient tem- perature 195/55 R 16 87 V M+S RSC 38/260 33/230 195/55 R 16 87 H M+S RSC More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 107.
Tire coding DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire Traction AA A B C makes it easier to identify and choose the right Temperature A B C tires. All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition Tire size to these...
To do so, drive carefully to the nearest Tread depth MINI Dealer or tire shop that works according to The tread depth should not drop below 1/8 in/ MINI repair procedures with correspondingly 3 mm, although, for example, European legisla- trained personnel.
Your MINI Dealer will be glad to inform you even if depressurized. about the correct wheel and tire combination for your vehicle.
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Run-Flat Tires for your own safety. Keep in mind that no space-saver spare tire is available in the event of a flat. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you. Special characteristics of winter tires...
If you are not familiar with the regulations to be observed, have the necessary work on your vehicle carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the specifications of the MINI manufacturer.
MINI Dealer. preservation of the traffic and operating safety Take the time to ensure that these service pro- of your MINI. The objective is to optimize efforts cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi- with respect to minimal vehicle maintenance cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet costs.
MINI. Before driving into the car wash, check if the sys- The manufacturer of your MINI recommends tem is suitable for your MINI. Observe the fol- using manufacturer-approved products to clean lowing points: and care for your vehicle.
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Use a great deal of water and, if necessary, car Your MINI Dealer will be glad to answer any shampoo when washing your car by hand. Clean questions you may have. the vehicle with a sponge or a washing brush applying a slight amount of pressure.
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Decorative strips The leather processed by the manufac- Only clean decorative strips with moist cloths. turer of your MINI is a high-quality natural Wipe dry with a soft cloth. product. Light variations in the grain is one of the typical properties of natural leather.<...
Unhook the wiper blade toward the wind- handled carefully. The manufacturer of your shield. MINI recommends having your MINI Dealer per- Pull the wiper blade past the wiper arm form any work that you do not feel competent to toward the top.
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Have any work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacement, carried out only by a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accor- dance with the specifications of the MINI manu- facturer.
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Replacing a parking/roadside parking Tail lamps lamp bulb If the tail lamps malfunction, contact your MINI 5 watt bulb, W 5 W Dealer or a workshop that has specially trained personnel working in accordance with the spec- Turn in the wheel.
Keep in mind that no spare Power failure wheel is available in the event of a flat. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you. Refer also After a temporary power loss, some equipment to New tires and wheels, page 80.
It can be screwed in at the front or Make sure that the ignition is switched on, rear of the MINI. page 32, otherwise the low beams, tail It is located in the glove compartment, page 62.
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Towing with a tow truck Have the MINI transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed. Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage may result.
Indicator and warning lamps Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in indicator area 1 or 2. See the table for information on causes and how to react. Note whether a lamp comes on alone or in combination with another.
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Cause What to do Door open Bonnet open, high voltage system switched off Tailgate open Window washer fluid level too low Add washer fluid as soon as possible, page 38. Lights up in yellow: The vehicle will switch to run position the next time the start/stop button is touched, without the brake being depressed, if applicable.
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Brake pads worn > Brake sensor system malfunc- tioning Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer. Lights up in red: Have the system in question checked immediately. > Lighting system failed. Low Vehicle cannot be switched back to beams/tail lamps and brake run position.
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Cause What to do The driving stability control systems, Reduced braking and driving stability. including ABS and the Tire Pressure Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Monitor, have failed, refer also to Avoid braking with full force, driving page on rough tracks, and depressing the accelerator to full throttle.
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Cause What to do Lights up in red: > Emergency transmission program You may be able continue your jour- active ney, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. . Have the sys- tem checked immediately. > Gears can be engaged without Always depress the brake to engage a depressing the brake gear.
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Lights up in red: Motor malfunction Stop the car and switch off the motor. You cannot continue your journey. Contact your MINI Dealer. Energy recovery limited due to hot Be ready to brake at all times as the high voltage battery.
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Contact your MINI Dealer. Only use power sockets with a ground wire. Selector lever position P not engaged. Move selector lever to position P to Charging process cannot be started.
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Dangerous malfunction in high volt- Stop the vehicle and switch off run age system position. Leave the vehicle immediately and contact your MINI Dealer. High voltage system activated Please wait until the high voltage sys- tem is activated. High voltage system could not be...
Weights MINI E Vehicle curb weight, ready for operation lbs/kg 3,230/1,465 Approved gross weight lbs/kg 3,660/1,660 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 1,830/830 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 1,896/860 Cargo bay capacity cu ft/l 2.1/60 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
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Air conditioner Average energy consumption – breaking in Air conditioning mode – setting the units – disc brakes – air conditioner Average energy – MINI Maintenance System – ventilation consumption Brakes Air distribution Average speed – ABS – individual Axle loads, refer –...
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Car wash, care Chrome parts, refer to Care Data Car washes Cleaning headlamps – capacities Care Cleaning the headlamps – dimensions – Car washes – washer fluid – motor – Car-care products Clock – weights – CD/DVD drives – 12h/24h mode Date –...
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Driving lamps, refer to Parking Energy recovery, refer to For your own safety lamps/low beams Energy consumption Front airbags Driving notes indicator Front seat adjustment Driving off on inclines, refer to Error messages, refer to Check Frost on windows, refer to Hill Start Assist Control Defrosting windows...
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– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM sions Maximum speed Indicator lighting, refer to License plate lamp – with winter tires Instrument lighting – replacing bulbs in MINI Microfilter Individual air distribution Light switch – for air conditioner Individual settings, refer to Light-alloy wheels, care –...
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Motor, starting Recuperation, refer to Energy – refer to Switching to run consumption indicator position Paintwork, care Recuperation, refer to Energy Motor, switching off Parking brake recovery – refer to Switching off run Parking lamps, replacing Releasing position bulb – bonnet Multifunction switch Parking lamps/low beams Remote control...
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Settings Storage area – clock, 12h/24h mode – cargo bay Safety belts Shift lever Storage compartments – damage – transmission positions Storage space – indicator lamp Shiftlock – storage compartments – reminder – transmission positions, refer Storing the vehicle – sitting safely to Changing the selector Storing tires Safety belts, care...
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Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Transmission positions Vehicle jack – limitations of system – shiftlock – jacking points – resetting system – unlocking selector lever Ventilation – warning lamp lock – air conditioner Tire Quality Grading Transmission, refer to Vents, refer to Air vents Tires Transmission positions Vents, refer to Ventilation...
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Windshield washer system – washer fluid – washer nozzles Windshield wiper blades, changing Windshield wipers, refer to Wiper system Winter tires – storage Winter tires, refer to Wheels and tires Wiper blade replacement Wiper system Work in the motor compartment Wrench/screwdriver, refer to Onboard tool kit Xenon lamps...
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