Get CONTROLS Guide for Mini Cooper 2 Door First Generation (2001-2005)

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INDEX

Controls

23

KEYS

CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM

2 Spare key

The concept

For keeping in a safe place, e.g. in your

wallet. This key is not intended for con-

stant use

The central locking system is ready for

operation whenever the driver's door is

closed. The doors, the tailgate and the fuel

filler door are unlocked or locked.

The central locking system locks or unlocks

your vehicle:

>When operated from the outside via the

remote control as well as via the door

lock

>When operated from the inside via a

switch.

The key set

It includes three keys. Depending on the

equipment version, it contains the follow-

ing types of keys:

If operated from outside, the anti-theft sys-

tem is activated at the same time. This pre-

vents the doors from being unlocked via

safety lock buttons or door handles.

1 Master keys with remote control.

They determine the functions of the Key

Memory. Certain functions in your vehi-

cle may operate differently depending

on the key

In the event of a sufficiently severe acci-

dent, the central locking system unlocks

automatically. The hazard warning system

and interior lamps are also switched on.

In every master key there is an

extended-life battery that is

charged automatically in the ignition

lock as you drive.

Therefore, use any otherwise unused

master key for a longer journey every six

months so that its battery can be

charged.<

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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

Compliance statement:

Via remote control

When the vehicle is unlocked or locked, the This device complies with part 15 of the

anti-theft system is also deactivated/acti- FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-

vated and the interior lamp is switched on/ lowing two conditions:

off.

>This device may not cause harmful inter-

ference, and

>this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Children might be able to lock the

doors from the inside. Always take

the vehicle keys with you so that the vehi-

cle can be opened again from the outside at

any time.<

Any unauthorized modifications or

changes to these devices could void

the user's authority to operate this equip-

For US owners only

The transmitter and receiver units comply ment.<

with part 15 of the FCC, Federal Communi-

cations Commission, regulations. Opera-

tion is governed by the following:

FCC ID: LX8765S

LX8765E

LX8CAS

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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

cally. The anti-theft system is not activated.

To deadlock the vehicle, refer to the next

column.<

Locking and securing

Press button

The hazard warning system flashes once.

.

You can have the vehicle's automatic

locking feature activated/deacti-

vated.<

Unlocking the tailgate

Press the

button briefly.

The rear and side turn signal indicators

flash twice.

Convenience opening mode

The tailgate can be unlocked separately if

the vehicle has been locked via central lock-

ing.

Press and hold the button for a longer

period.

In the MINI, the windows and the glass

sunroof are opened.

In the MINI Convertible, the windows and

the folding roof are opened.

1 Unlocking and convenience opening

2 Locking and securing

3 Unlocking the tailgate

Open the tailgate within 20 seconds,

refer to page 29, or it will otherwise

be locked again automatically. The rear and

side turn signal indicators flash once.

If the tailgate was previously locked, then it

is locked again after it is closed.

Before and after each journey, make sure

that the tailgate was not opened acciden-

tally.<

To open the convertible top on the MINI

Convertible: release the button and press it

again until the convertible top is com-

pletely open.

To unlock

1. Press the button once.

The driver's door is unlocked.

The interior lamps are switched on and

the hazard warning flashers flash twice*

2. Press the button twice.

Convenience closing is not possible

by means of the remote control.<

First the driver's door will unlock, then

the entire vehicle.

You can have remote control opening

of the windows, glass sunroof or con-

vertible top activated/deactivated.<

You can have this function activated/

deactivated.<

If none of the vehicle doors are

opened within 2 minutes, the central

locking system locks the vehicle automati-

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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE

Malfunction

Manual operation

Local radio waves can interfere with func-

tions of the remote control.

In the event of an electrical malfunction,

the driver's door can be unlocked or locked

by turning the key in the door lock to the

end positions.

If this occurs, lock and unlock the vehicle

via a door lock.

In the event of a system malfunction,

please contact your MINI Dealer. You can

also obtain replacement keys there.

Convenience closing via the door lock

You can also close the power windows,

glass sunroof or the convertible top via the

door lock.

If it is no longer possible to lock the

vehicle with the remote control, then

the battery is discharged. Use the corre-

sponding key for a longer journey so that

its battery can be recharged, refer to

page 24.<

With the door closed, hold the key in the

locking position.

Via the door lock

1. One turn of the key in the driver's door

lock unlocks the driver’s door only.

2. Turning the key a second time unlocks

the other door, the tailgate and the fuel

filler door.

In the MINI Convertible, the convertible top

is closed first and then the side windows.

You can have the closing of the win-

dows and glass sunroof via the door

lock activated/deactivated.<

You can have this function activated/

deactivated.<

If the vehicle has been properly locked, the

hazard warning system flashes once.

When the vehicle is unlocked, the hazard

warning system flashes twice*.

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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM INSIDE

To lock

To unlock and open the doors

>Briefly press the switch downward or

1. Briefly press the switch upward

>push down the safety lock buttons on

2. Pull the door handle above the armrest

the doors.

or

pull the door handle for each door twice:

to unlock and open.

After you have driven off, the central

locking system automatically locks

your vehicle once a certain speed has been

reached.<

Convenience opening mode

Press and hold the central locking switch

upwards for a longer period.

You can have this function activated/

In the MINI, the windows and the glass

sunroof are opened.

In the MINI Convertible, the windows and

the folding roof are opened.

deactivated and the speed set.<

With this switch, you operate the central

locking system when the doors are closed.

The doors and tailgate are unlocked or

locked only. The anti-theft system is not

activated.

Do not lock the safety lock buttons

while driving, since these doors will

not unlock automatically in the event of an

accident. Children might be able to lock the

doors from the inside. Always take the

vehicle's keys with you so that you can

open the vehicle again from the outside at

any time.<

To open the convertible top on the MINI

Convertible: release the switch, then press

and hold it upwards for a longer period

until the convertible top is completely open

and the windows are again closed.

If the remote control has been used

to unlock only the driver's door, refer

to page 26, and you touch the switch when

the driver's door is open, the other door, the

tailgate, and the fuel filler door are

unlocked.

If the driver's door is closed, touching the

switch locks it.<

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TAILGATE

To close

To avoid injuries, as with all closing

procedures be sure that the travel

path of the tailgate is clear when it is

closed.

Drive the vehicle only when the tailgate is

completely closed. Otherwise, exhaust

fumes could penetrate the interior of the

vehicle.<

Should it be absolutely necessary to drive

the vehicle with the tailgate open:

To open from the outside

Handle recesses on the MINI

1. Close all windows, the glass sunroof as

well as the folding roof on the MINI Con-

vertible

2. Sharply increase the air supply for the

heater, the air conditioning or the auto-

matic climate control, refer to page 75

or 78.

Push the button in the strip handle and

open the tailgate.

The handle recesses in the interior trim

panel of the tailgate make it easier to pull it

down.

For information on unlocking via the cen-

tral locking system, refer to page 26.

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TAILGATE

Manual release in the MINI

Tailgate on the MINI Convertible

Manual release in the MINI

Convertible

In the event of an electrical malfunction,

you can also unlock the tailgate manually.

The maximum load that may be

placed on the open tailgate is 175 lb / In the event of an electrical malfunction,

80 kg.<

you can also unlock the tailgate manually.

1. Fold the rear seat bench upwards

2. Pull the ring.

1. Unlock the catch for the rear backrests

with a master key or ignition key

The tailgate is released.

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TAILGATE

ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS

To open the windows

2. Fold the rear bench seat upward and

remove the hook attached to it

3. Using the hook, reach backward

between the convertible top and the

rear backrest to pull one of the levers for

releasing the folding rear backrest, refer

to page 86

5. Pull the handle, arrow.

The tailgate is released.

From ignition key position 1:

>Press the switch downwards.

The window opens until you release the

switch or

>briefly press the switch downwards.

The window opens automatically.

Pressing the switch again stops the oper-

ation.

4. Fold rear backrests forward

To close the windows

Make sure that the closing range of

the windows is unobstructed, other-

wise personal injury could result when the

windows close.<

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ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS

From ignition key position 1:

Convenience operation

Press the switch upwards.

The window closes until you release the

switch.

For convenience operation using the

remote control refer to page 26, for opera-

tion via the door lock refer to page 27.

Watch the closing process to ensure

To initialize power windows

that no one is injured.<

If the battery is disconnected, e.g. for

changing batteries or vehicle storage,

reinitialize the power windows. Otherwise

After the ignition has been switched off:

You can continue using the electric power the windows will not be lowered when the

windows for a limited period as long as no door is opened.<

one opens either of the doors.

Power windows in the MINI

Convertible

If a door is opened during operation, the

opening/closing process stops immedi-

ately.

1. Close the doors

2. Close both windows

3. Hold both switches of the power win-

dows up for approx. one second.

To open:

>Press button briefly:

The rear windows open automatically.

Pressing the switch again stops the oper-

ation

>Press the button:

The rear windows open until the switch

is released

When leaving the vehicle, always

remove the ignition key from the lock

and remember to close the doors. Other-

wise children could operate the power win-

dows and injure themselves.<

In the event of a system malfunction,

please contact your MINI Dealer.<

>Hold the button pressed:

The rear windows open completely; then

the front windows open.

To close:

Press the button.

The windows close until the switch is

released.

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GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC*

From ignition key position 1:

Automatic opening and closing

1. Push the switch in the desired direction From ignition key position 2:

until you feel resistance, and hold in this

To open:

position

Push the switch back past the point of

2. Release the switch when the desired

resistance:

sunroof position has been reached.

The sunroof opens completely.

Do not use force to close the glass

To close:

sunroof in its raised position, as dam-

age to the mechanism could result.<

1. Press the switch past the pressure point:

The sunroof closes to the raised position

2. Press the switch again and keep it

depressed:

After the ignition has been switched off:

To raise

You can continue using the glass sunroof

for a limited period as long as no one opens

either of the doors.

If a door is opened during operation, the

opening/closing process stops immedi-

ately.

From ignition key position 1:

The sunroof closes completely.

>Press the switch or

>push the switch backwards to the resis-

tance point.

Touching the switch briefly during opening

and closing stops the movement immedi-

ately.

To open and close

Be sure that adequate clearance is

maintained for the opening path of

the glass sunroof; otherwise damage can

occur. When leaving the vehicle, always

remove the ignition key from the lock and

remember to close the doors. Otherwise

children could operate the convertible top

and injure themselves.<

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GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC*

ROLLER SUN BLIND*

Trap protection

If, while closing, the glass sunroof encoun-

ters resistance within roughly the last 8 in /

20 cm, the closing procedure is interrupted

and the roof reopens.

Despite the trap protection, be

extremely careful that the travel path

of the sunroof is not obstructed whenever

it is closed. Otherwise, it is not guaranteed

that the closing procedure will be inter-

rupted, for instance if the obstructions

offer very little resistance.

You can disable the trap protection by

pressing the switch past the pressure point

and holding it. When closing the sunroof

from the raised position, ensure that the

travel path of the sunroof is not obstructed

since the trap protection is not active in

this position.<

Manual opening and closing

1 Opening

In the event of an electrical malfunction,

you can also open and close the glass sun-

roof manually:

1. Press the button in the handle, arrow 1

The cap is unlocked

2. Guide the roller sun blind towards the

back.

1. Slide the cover panel towards the inte-

rior and remove it

2. Use an Allen key to turn the glass sun-

roof in the direction required.

2 Closing

1. Use the handle to pull the roller sun

blind forwards

2. Engage the handle in the device,

arrow 2.

Convenience operation

For convenience operation using the

remote control refer to page 26, for opera-

tion via the door lock refer to page 27.

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FOLDING ROOF

CONVERTIBLE TOP

Only operate the convertible top

when the vehicle is at a standstill.

Otherwise, the procedure cannot be carried

out or it will be interrupted.<

Power convertible top

So that you can get the most enjoyment

out of your MINI Convertible, please

observe the following tips:

>It is recommended that you close the

convertible top whenever the vehicle is

parked.

The closed convertible top not only pro-

tects the vehicle interior from damage

due to unforeseen bad weather, but also

provides a certain degree of protection

against theft

>Even when the convertible top is closed,

keep valuable items in the locked lug-

gage compartment or in the lockable

glove compartment

>Do not mount any roof rack systems on

the convertible top

Driving off before an opening or clos-

ing procedure is completely finished

can lead to damage or personal injury.

Do not reach into the convertible top mech-

anism during the opening or closing proce-

dure. Keep children away from the swivel-

ing area of the convertible top while it is in

operation.

To close the power side windows while the

vehicle is in motion, always close the rear

windows first or all four windows at the

same time. Otherwise the windows will not

close tightly if the vehicle is being driven at

higher speeds.<

Opening and closing

From ignition key position 1:

1 To close:

Press button 1

2 To open:

Press button 2 until the desired position

or the end position has been reached.

>To avoid damage, do not operate the

convertible top at temperatures below

14 7/ –10 6.

The folding roof can be operated up

to a road speed of 75 mph /

120 km/h.<

Do not leave the convertible top

folded for more than one day if it is

wet, to prevent permanent damage from

moisture. Do not place any objects on the

convertible top, as they could otherwise fall

off while the convertible top is being oper-

ated and result in damage or personal

injury.<

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CONVERTIBLE TOP

In ignition key position 1 or higher, with the

vehicle at a standstill:

Indicator lamps

>The indicator lamp lights up during con-

vertible top operation until the opening

or closing procedure is completely fin-

ished

>The indicator lamp flashes after the but-

ton has been released:

1. Observe the safety precautions

described above

2. Press the corresponding button for con-

vertible top operation in order to open

the folding roof. Pressing the button

again opens the convertible top.

The opening or closing procedure is not

yet completely finished.

The side windows open when the

button for convertible top operation

is pressed.<

The procedure can be continued in the

desired direction by pressing the appro-

priate button

>The indicator lamp flashes rapidly. The

convertible top cannot be operated:

The luggage compartment cover is not in

its lower position, refer to page 86, or the

loading aid is not correctly locked, refer

to page 86.

Opening and closing

1 To close

Once the opening procedure is finished and

the indicator lamp has gone out, press and

hold the button for more than two seconds

to close the windows again. During the

closing procedure, the folding roof is also

closed.

2 To open

To conserve battery power, if possible

operate the convertible top only

while the engine is running.

Before closing the convertible top, remove

any foreign objects from the windshield

frame. They could prevent the convertible

top from closing.

The loading aid must be locked and the lug-

gage compartment cover must be in its

lower position, refer to page 86.<

If the convertible top is left open for a

longer period of time, it may be nec-

essary to support the first automatic clos-

ing procedure manually.

If the convertible top stops just before the

closing procedure is finished, press against

the front convertible top frame from out-

side in order to support the closing proce-

dure while the button is pressed until the

procedure continues automatically.<

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CONVERTIBLE TOP

If the opening or closing procedure is inter-

rupted by releasing the buttons, the con-

vertible top stays in its current position for

several seconds before it slowly moves into

a more stable position. The procedure can

be continued by pressing the buttons.

Interruption

The automatic movement is immediately

interrupted when the buttons for convert-

ible top operation are released. The proce-

dure can be continued in the desired direc-

tion by pressing the appropriate buttons.

Movement is also interrupted when there

is a mechanical blockage. In this case, in

order to operate the convertible top again:

Do not interrupt and restart the clos-

ing procedure several times one after

another, or the fully automatic convertible

top mechanism could be damaged.<

1. Turn off the ignition and then switch it

on again

Before closing

2. Press the button to continue the proce-

dure in the desired direction.

Convenience operation

1. Open the tailgate

For convenience operation using the

remote control refer to page 26, for opera-

tion via the door lock refer to page 27.

2. Release the loading aid, refer to page 86

3. Remove the cover from the side panel on

the left-hand side

4. Using the screwdriver from the onboard

tool kit, refer to page 120, unscrew the

corresponding screw, arrow, in the direc-

tion of the arrow by rotating it one and a

half turns.

If the convertible top can only be

moved in one direction after several

consecutive attempts to operate it, the

convertible top system has overheated.

Allow the system to cool down for approx.

20 minutes while the ignition is switched

on.<

Manual closing in the event of an

electrical malfunction

Only close the convertible top manu-

ally if it is absolutely necessary. Never

open it manually. Improper handling of the

convertible top can result in damage.<

Before the closing procedure is fin-

ished, do not close the side windows

with the power window buttons. Other-

wise it is not ensured that the side win-

dows will close properly against the rubber

seals of the convertible top.<

If possible, close the convertible top

with the help of a second person.<

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CONVERTIBLE TOP

The closing procedure must be com-

pletely finished. Otherwise, damage

or injury could result.<

Please contact your MINI Dealer to

have the electrical malfunction

repaired.<

To close

3. Pry out the cover from the center of the

roof by using a screwdriver at the

marked locations

1. Place both hands on the convertible top

on the respective side frame

4. Insert the special Allen key from the

onboard tool kit into the designated

recess

2. Lift out both sides at the same time, and

swing the convertible top forward onto

the cowl

To close the folding roof:

5. Press the Allen key in the direction of

arrow 1

6. Turn the Allen key in the direction of

arrow 2

To close the convertible top completely:

7. Continue to turn the Allen key until the

convertibe top is locked in place.

38

WIND DEFLECTOR*

With the convertible top open, the wind

deflector keeps air movement in the pas-

senger compartment to a minimum, thus

providing you with a pleasant drive, even at

higher speeds. The wind deflector comes

folded in a protective pouch and can be

stored in the luggage compartment.

Do not allow the wind deflector to

come into contact with sharp objects,

as the net could otherwise be damaged. Do

not place any objects on the installed wind

deflector. When storing the wind deflector

in the luggage compartment, make sure

that it cannot be damaged by other

objects.<

Before installing

1. Take the wind deflector out of the pouch 1. Slide out securing pins 1 and 2 on one

2. Fold out the wind deflector side until they engage

3. Press the locking device together until it 2. Insert the wind deflector with the secur-

Setting in place

engages.

ing pins into the designated openings on

the corresponding side of the vehicle

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WIND DEFLECTOR*

Folding up

Folding together

3. Slide the securing pins on the other side To unlock, push the handle of securing pin

into the designated openings and

engage them

1 on the side into its rear-most position.

4. Fold up the upper half of the wind

deflector.

When the wind deflector is installed,

do not incline the seat backrests too

far toward the rear if the seats are to be

moved back into their end positions, or the

wind deflector could be damaged.<

Removal

Release the catch on the attachment han-

dle. To do so, turn the handle slightly for-

ward and push it back. Then follow the

steps for installing the wind deflector in

reverse order.

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SAFE SEATING POSITION

The ideal seating position can make a vital head rest near or on a side airbag because will not exert pressure against the abdomi-

contribution to relaxed, relatively fatigue- the inflating airbag could cause a serious or nal area.

free driving. Together with the safety belts fatal injury.<

and airbags, the seating position also plays

Never allow more than one person to wear

a single safety belt. Never allow infants or

an important role in providing occupants

with maximum levels of passive safety in

Even if all these instructions are followed, it small children to ride in a passenger's lap.

cannot entirely be ruled out that in some Do not route the belt across your neck, or

an accident. To ensure that the safety sys- circumstances injury may result from con- run it across sharp edges. Be sure that the

tems operate with optimal efficiency, we

strongly urge you to observe the instruc-

tions contained in the following section.

tact with the airbags. In sensitive individu- belt does not become caught or jammed.

als, the ignition and inflation noise may

induce a mild hearing loss that is usually

temporary.

Avoid twisting the belt while routing it

firmly across the hips and shoulder; wear it

as snugly against your body as possible and

do not allow it to rest against sharp or frag-

ile objects. Otherwise, the belt could slide

over your hips in the event of a frontal

impact and cause abdominal injury. Avoid

wearing bulky clothing and pull on the lap

belt periodically to retension it over your

shoulder. Otherwise, the safety belt's

For additional information about trans-

porting children safely, refer to page 48.

For airbag locations and additional infor-

mation on airbags, refer to page 72.

Sitting safely with airbags

Safe seating position with safety belt

Always maintain an adequate dis-

tance between yourself and all of the Fasten your safety belt before each drive.

airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by Airbags are an additional safety device and

the rim with the hands at the 9 and

work in conjunction with the safety belts,

but do not replace them.

restraint effectiveness could be reduced.<

3 o'clock positions to keep any chance of

injury to hands or arms to an absolute min-

imum, should the airbag be deployed.

No one and nothing is to come between

the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not

use the front passenger airbag cover as a

storage surface for objects of any kind.

Ensure that the front passenger is correctly

seated, i.e. that no feet or legs are propped

against the dashboad. Otherwise, leg injury

could result if the front passenger airbag

suddenly deployed. Never let an occupant's

Your vehicle is equipped with four seats,

each of which is provided with a safety belt.

For information on using the safety belts,

refer to page 45.

At all times, occupants should sit

upright and be properly restrained –

infants and small children in appropriate

child-restraint systems; larger children and

adults using the safety belts.

Expectant mothers should always wear

their safety belts, taking care to position

the lap belt against the lower hips, where it

41

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Important adjustment information

Never try to adjust your seat while

operating the vehicle. The seat could

respond with an unexpected movement,

and the ensuing loss of vehicle control

could lead to an accident.

While driving, do not recline the backrest

too far toward the rear. This especially

applies to the front passenger side. If you

do so, there is a risk that you will slide

under the safety belt in an accident, thus

reducing the protection provided by the

safety belt.<

Longitudinal adjustment

Height adjustment

1. Lift the handle

1. To raise:

2. Push the seat into the desired position

3. After releasing the handle, apply pres-

sure to the seat to ensure that the latch

engages securely.

Pull the handle up repeatedly, continu-

ing until the seat reaches the desired

height

2. To lower:

Push the handle repeatedly, continuing

until the seat reaches the desired height.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT

HEAD RESTRAINTS

Lumbar support*

Backrest tilt

Adjusting

You can adjust the contour of the backrest 1. Pull up the lever at the inside of the seat To raise: pull the head restraint upward.

for additional support in the curvature of

your spine's lumbar region. The upper hips

and spinal column receive supplementary

support to help you maintain a relaxed,

upright posture.

2. Apply weight to or remove weight from

the backrest as required

3. Release the lever so that the backrest

locks into place.

To lower: press the button and push the

head restraint downward.

You can reduce the risk of spinal

injury and whiplash by adjusting the

head restraint to a height at which it is cen-

tered roughly at ear level.

Turn the wheel.

The curvature is increased or decreased.

To avoid possible violation of traffic laws,

never retract the head restraints unless the

rear seats are empty. Always ensure that

the head restraints are raised before trans-

porting passengers in the rear seat.<

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HEAD RESTRAINTS

ENTRY TO THE REAR

Removal

Original position

Slide the seat back to its home posi-

tion before folding back the backrest,

otherwise the seat is latched in at its cur-

rent position. In this case, adjust the longi-

tudinal position manually, refer to

page 42.<

1. Pull up the head restraint, continuing

until it is at maximum extension

2. Press the button and remove the head

restraint at the same time.

Installation

1. Press the button and at the same time

insert the head restraint in the reception

points

1. Push the seat back into its home posi-

tion

2. Fold the backrest back to the home posi-

tion to lock the seat.

2. Adjust the head restraint.

Easy entry

The Easy entry function includes a memory

for the longitudinal seat and the backrest

positions.

When returning the seat to the rear

position, ensure that no one is

injured and that no objects are damaged.

Engage and lock both seats and backrests

into position prior to driving; otherwise

unexpected movement could increase the

risk of accident.<

1. Push down the lever at the outside of

the seat, arrow 1.

The backrest folds forward automati-

cally

2. Push the seat forward, arrow 2.

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SAFETY BELTS

Damaged safety belts

If the safety belts are damaged or

stretched in an accident: have the

safety belts including the seat-belt tension-

ers and any child-restraint systems

replaced, and have the belt anchorages

checked. Have the necessary work carried

out only by a MINI Dealer or a workshop

that has specially trained personnel work-

ing in accordance with the specifications of

the MINI manufacturer.<

To close

Safety belt height adjustment in the

MINI

Make sure you hear the lock engage in the

belt buckle.

Use the height adjustment mechanism to

adapt the safety belt to the ideal position

for your own body:

Indicator lamp

Lights up for several seconds or

Press the button and at the same time push

until the driver has fastened his or the entire unit upwards or downwards.

her safety belt.

A signal*also sounds depending on the

Also observe the instructions on adjusting

the seats on page 41.

version.

Safety belt height in the MINI

Convertible

To release

1. Press the red button in the belt buckle

2. Hold the belt

3. Guide the belt back into its reel.

The seat belt height is adapted to your

body size if you are sitting correctly.

45

SEAT HEATING*

STEERING WHEEL

MIRRORS

Outside mirror adjustment

The temperatures of the seat cushions and

backrests are controlled.

Do not adjust the steering wheel

while the vehicle is moving; other-

wise unexpected movement could increase

the risk of accident.<

1 Switch for 4-way adjustment

Press once for each temperature level.

2 Switch for choosing between the left and

right mirror

To switch off:

3 To fold the mirrors in and out*

Settings

Press the button for a longer period.

1. Push the locking lever downward

2. Adjust the desired steering wheel posi-

tion

Manual adjustment

The mirrors can also be adjusted manually:

Press the edge of the lens.

3. Pull the lever back in.

Electric heating*

Both mirrors are heated automatically

when the ignition key is in position 2.

The mirrors can be folded in up to a

speed of 20 mph / 30 km/h.<

46

MIRRORS

VEHICLE MEMORY

How the system functions

No doubt you have often reflected on how

great it would be if you could configure

your vehicle's various adjustment settings

to meet your own personal requirements.

In developing this vehicle, the manufac-

turer of the MINI has incorporated a num-

ber of options which can be programmed

specifically for your vehicle.

What the system can do

Your MINI Dealer can provide you with

details on the capabilities of the Vehicle

Memory system.

Interior rearview mirror

Interior mirror, automatic dimming*

To reduce glare from vehicles behind you

when you are driving at night:

While the vehicle is being driven forward,

these mirrors dim light through an infi-

nitely variable range depending on the

light's incidence. Two photocells in the

interior rearview mirror serve this purpose.

One is positioned on the underside of the

mirror frame, while the other is slightly off-

set on the back of the mirror.

Examples for Vehicle Memory:

Turn the knob.

>Automatic locking if none of the vehicle

doors are opened, refer to page 26

>Automatic locking after starting to drive,

refer to page 28

>Selective central locking system, refer to

pages 26, 27

>Convenience operation, refer to

pages 26, 27

>'Follow-me-home' lamps, refer to

page 57

Illuminated vanity mirror

From ignition key position 1:

1. Fold down the sun visor

2. Fold the cover panel upwards.

In order for the photocells to work opti-

mally, keep them clean and do not cover

the area between the interior rearview mir-

ror and the windshield. Do not place stick-

ers or toll tags on the windshield in front of

the mirror.

Sun visors

Can be swung sideways.

An additional sun visor is provided on the

driver's side to better protect the driver

from being blinded.

>Daytime driving lamps, refer to page 58

>Speed-dependent windshield wipers,

refer to page 60

47

VEHICLE MEMORY

TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

>Setting units for outside temperature

and fuel consumption display, refer to

page 66

>Setting units for display of temperatures

specified for automatic climate control

system, refer to page 80

>Volume control PDC, refer to page 74

>Acoustic alarm for starting PDC activa-

tion, refer to page 74.

restraint systems should be secured with

the vehicle's safety belts.<

The proper place for children

Children should always sit in the rear:

Accident research shows that the safest

place for children in a vehicle is in the rear

seat.

Younger children should be secured in an

appropriate forward-facing child-restraint

system that has first been properly

restrained. We strongly urge you to care-

fully read and comply with the instructions

for installation and use provided by the

child-restraint's manufacturer whenever

you use such a device.

Older children should be tightly secured

with a safety belt, after they have out-

grown a booster seat that is appropriate for

their age, height and weight.

This symbol alerts you to Vehicle

Memory functions in the Owner's

Manual.<

A child sitting in the rear seat and not

properly restrained may place his or

her head on or near the airbag, if so

equipped. For example, a child – even

though belted in – may fall asleep with his

or her head against the side airbag. It may

be difficult for a driver to ensure that chil-

dren in the rear seat will remain properly

positioned at all times and do not place

their heads on or near the side airbag.

Therefore, we recommend that the rear

side airbags, if provided, be deactivated if

you plan to transport children in the rear

seat.<

All rear seating positions in your vehicle

meet the recommendations of SAE J1819,

an industry-recommended practice for

securing child-restraint systems in motor

vehicles.

After memory functions have been

reconfigured, your vehicle may oper-

ate slightly differently from the descrip-

tions used in this Owner's Manual. If you

decide to sell your vehicle one day, please

remember to have the memory functions

reset to their default configuration.<

Exception for the front passenger seat

Should it one day be necessary to use

a child-restraint system on the front

passenger seat, the airbags on the front

passenger side must be deactivated. Other-

wise, there is a significant risk of injury to

children if the airbags deploy, even if they

are seated in a child-restraint system. Have

the front passenger airbags permanently

deactivated only by your MINI Dealer or a

workshop that has specially trained per-

sonnel working in accordance with the

specifications of the MINI manufacturer.<

Child-restraint system in the rear

Children under 13 years of age and

children less than 5 ft / 150 cm tall

should always ride in the rear and the

48

TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

Installing child-restraint systems

To lock the belt

Before installing any child-restraint system

or child seat, read the following:

Pull the entire length of the belt from the

belt retractor. Allow the reel to retract the

belt somewhat and engage the buckle,

then tighten the belt against the child-

restraint system.

Always follow the manufacturer's

instructions concerning installation

and use; otherwise the system's protective

function could be impaired. After an acci-

dent, have all parts of the child-restraint

system and the affected safety belt system

inspected and/or replaced. Have the neces-

sary work on your MINI carried out only by

a MINI Dealer or a workshop that has spe-

cially trained personnel working in accor-

dance with the specifications of the MINI

manufacturer.<

The retraction mechanism is now locked.

To unlock the belt

Release the buckle, remove the child-

restraint system and allow the belt retrac-

tor to reel the belt completely in.

Child seat security

All of the rear belt retractors and the front

passenger's safety belt can be locked for

mounting and securing child-restraint sys-

tems.

Information regarding this is located near

the buckle latch of each safety belt.

Commercially available child-restraint sys-

tems are designed to be secured with a lap

belt or with the lap belt portion of a combi-

nation lap/shoulder belt. Improperly or

inadequately installed restraint systems

can increase the risk of injury to children.

Always read and follow the instructions

that come with the system.

49

TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

Child-restraint system with tether

strap

LATCH child-restraint mounting

system

Both seating positions are fitted with a

head restraint.

As an example, the illustration shows the

MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER S.

Open the cover.

Lift the head restraint and pass the tether

strap between the head restraint and the

seat back. It is recommended to readjust

the head restraint into the lowest possible

position.

The illustration is an example showing the

mounts for the LATCH, Lower Anchors and

Tethers for CHildren, child-restraint mount-

ing system at the right rear.

The system is also available at the left rear

position.

If you use a child-restraint system with a

tether strap:

Depending on the location selected for

seating in the rear passenger area, attach

the tether strap to the corresponding

anchorage point to secure the child-

restraint system.

Adjust the tether strap according to the

child-restraint manufacturer's instructions.

The LATCH anchorage points are identified

by buttons, see illustration.

Always follow all manufacturer's

instructions and observe all safety

precautions when installing the LATCH

child-restraint system.<

50

IGNITION LOCK

STARTING THE ENGINE

Do not allow the engine to run in

enclosed spaces. Breathing the nox-

ious exhaust gases can lead to uncon-

sciousness and death. The exhaust gases

contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and

colorless, but highly toxic gas.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended with

the engine running. This is a safety hazard.

When driving, standing at idle, and parking

the vehicle, take care to avoid contact

between the hot exhaust system and flam-

mable materials, e.g. hay, grass, leaves, etc.

Such contact could lead to a fire resulting in

serious personal injury and property dam-

age.<

1 Steering unlocked

Individual electrical accessories are ready

for operation.

You will find that it is often easier to turn

the ignition key from position 0 to

position 1 when you move the steering

wheel slightly to help disengage the lock.

2 Ignition switched on

All electrical accessories are ready for oper-

ation.

0 Steering locked

3 Starting the engine

The key can be inserted or removed in this

position only.

Vehicles with manual transmission:

Step on the clutch when starting the

vehicle. A lockout prevents the engine from

starting if the clutch is not depressed.<

To lock the steering:

When starting the engine, do not press the

accelerator pedal.

1. Remove the key

2. Turn the steering wheel slightly to the

left or right until the lock engages.

Do not let the engine warm up with the

vehicle at a standstill. Move off immedi-

ately at a moderate engine speed.

A sound alarm goes off if the key remains in

the ignition after opening the driver's door.

Interlock

Vehicles with Continuously Variable auto-

matic Transmission (CVT):

The ignition key cannot be turned to

position 0 and removed until the selector

lever is in position P.

51

STARTING THE ENGINE

SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE

You should never remove the ignition

key when the vehicle is in motion, as

the steering lock could engage.

Starting

Manual transmission

When starting the engine, do not press the 1. Engage the parking brake

accelerator pedal. 2. Put the manual gearshift lever in neutral

When you leave the vehicle, always remove

the ignition key and engage the steering

lock.

When parking on inclines, engage the park-

ing brake, or the vehicle could roll.<

3. Depress the clutch pedal, especially at

low temperatures

4. Start the engine.

Do not stop the starting procedure

too early, and do not continue it for

more than approx. 20 seconds. Release the

ignition key immediately when the engine

starts.

Move the gearshift lever to neutral

position and engage the parking

Extended starting attempts, characterized brake before leaving your vehicle with the

by excessively frequent or long periods engine running.

with the starter engaged, can lead to dam- Do not leave the vehicle unattended with

Manual transmission

Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.

age in the catalytic converter.<

the engine running. This is a safety haz-

ard.<

Continuously Variable automatic

Transmission (CVT)

If the engine does not start on the first

attempt, for instance if the engine is very

hot or cold:

Engage selector lever position P, turn the

ignition key to position 1 or 0.

Continuously Variable automatic

Transmission (CVT)

When starting the engine, press the gas

pedal down halfway.

1. Press the footbrake

2. Put the selector lever in position P or N

3. Start the engine.

Cold start at very low temperatures, above

approx. +5 7 / –15 6, at high altitudes

above 3,300 ft / 1,000 m:

Move the selector lever to position P

and engage the parking brake before

leaving your vehicle with the engine run-

ning.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended with

the engine running. This is a safety haz-

ard.<

>For the initial start attempt, allow the

starter to remain engaged somewhat

longer, approx. 10 seconds.

>When starting the engine, press the gas

pedal down halfway.

52

PARKING BRAKE

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

pressure. Keep your thumb pressed against

the release button while carefully pulling

the lever up to apply moderate pressure.

Excessive pressure can lead to overbraking

and loss of traction, i.e. fishtailing, at the

rear axle. The brake lamps do not come on

when the parking brake is engaged.<

To avoid corrosion and one-sided

braking, apply the parking brake

lightly from time to time when coasting to

a standstill, for instance at a traffic light,

provided that it is safe to do so.<

6-speed transmission*

The parking brake is designed primarily to

prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is

parked. It operates against the rear wheels.

When changing gear in the 5th/6th

gear plane, press the gearshift lever

to the right to prevent inadvertently shift-

ing to a gear of the 3rd/4th gear plane.<

To engage

Lever automatically locks in position.

The indicator lamp in the instrument clus-

ter lights up from ignition key position 2,

refer to page 17.

To release

1. Pull up slightly

2. Press the button

3. Push the lever downwards.

If, in exceptional circumstances, it

should be necessary to engage the

parking brake while the vehicle is in

motion, do not pull the lever with excessive

53

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*

In addition to the fully automatic mode,

you can shift gears manually using Step-

tronic, refer to page 55.

Reverse gear

Before selecting reverse gear, ensure the

vehicle is stationary; then, fully depress the

clutch pedal and pause briefly before mov-

ing the gearshift lever into position.

Selector lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

5-speed transmission:

Press the gearshift lever to the right and to

the back.

6-speed transmission:

Press the gearshift lever towards the left.

Thereby overcome the slight resistance and

press forward.

Range selection

Inadvertent engaging of certain selector

lever positions is prevented by a lock.

As you do this, the backup lamps will come

on automatically when the ignition key is

in position 2.

Press the button on the front side of the

selector lever knob. The lock is released.

Do not hold the vehicle in place on

slopes by slipping or 'riding' the

clutch. Use the parking brake instead. Oth-

erwise, a high degree of clutch wear could

result.<

While the vehicle is stationary, and

before shifting out of P or N, press the

brake pedal in order to disengage the selec-

tor lever lock mechanism, shiftlock.

If the engine speed is too high when the

vehicle is at a standstill, the selector lever is

also blocked to protect the transmission.

Hold the brake pedal down until starting

off. Otherwise the vehicle will 'creep' when

a drive position is engaged.<

To prevent the vehicle from starting

off on its own, always move the

54

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*

selector lever to position P and engage the

parking brake before getting out of your

vehicle with the engine running.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended with

the engine running. This is a safety haz-

ard.<

P Park

Select only when the vehicle is completely

stopped. The transmission locks to prevent

the rear wheels from turning.

R Reverse

Select only when the vehicle is completely

stopped.

If the selector lever is not placed in

position P when the vehicle is parked,

the position display of the selector lever

stays on. This can lead to battery dis-

charge.<

N Neutral Idle

Engage this gear, for example, when you

are in a car wash. The vehicle can roll.

M/S + – Manual mode and Sport

program

D Drive: CVT driving position

Switch from D into M/S + –:

Activates the Sport program and displays

SD in the gear indicator in the speedome-

ter.

This position is designed for driving under

all normal operating conditions.

Kickdown

Press selector lever once:

Kickdown can be used to achieve maxi-

mum vehicle performance.

Shifts from the Sport program to the man-

ual mode.

Press the accelerator pedal past the

increased resistance point at the full-throt-

tle position.

Shifting with the selector lever

>Press selector lever briefly towards +:

Transmission shifts upwards

>Press selector lever briefly towards –:

Transmission shifts downwards.

1 to 6 appear in the gear indicator.

55

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)*

In order to accelerate rapidly in the

M/S + – Manual mode and in the

Sport program, e.g. when passing, shift

downwards manually or by kickdown.<

Whenever you want to return to automatic

shifting, just move the selector lever

toward the left to position D.

Switching from M/S + – Manual mode into

the selector lever positions P, R and N is

only possible via D.

Shifting on the steering wheel*

Available displays

The shift paddles allow the gears to be

changed rapidly and, above all, safely, since

both hands can remain on the steering

wheel.

P R N D SD 1 2 3 4 5 6 EP

Malfunction

EP appears on the display. The transmission

system is malfunctioning. Avoid high loads.

All selector lever positions can still be

engaged; in the forward driving positions,

however, the vehicle can only be driven

with a limited gear selection.

Use one of the two shift paddles to shift

upwards or downwards:

>Pull shift paddle toward body:

Transmission shifts upwards

>Push shift paddle away from body:

Transmission shifts downwards.

Have the system checked immediately.

Jump-starting and towing, refer to

pages 134, 136.

1 to 6 appear in the gear indicator.

The transmission will only execute upshifts

or downshifts that will result in a plausible

combination of vehicle speed and engine

rpm, e.g. downshifts that would result in

excessive engine speed are not executed.

56

PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS

'Follow me home' lamps

Daytime driving lamps*

If you activate the headlamp flasher after

having switched off the engine and the

If convenient, the light switch can be left in

position 0 or 1.

lights, the low beams will stay lit for a pre- The low beams switch on automatically in

set period of time.

ignition key position 2 or higher.

The exterior lamps go out when the igni-

tion is switched off and the light switch is

set to position 0. In position 1, the parking

lamps are automatically switched on.

You can have this function pro-

grammed.<

Switching on the standing lamps

The dynamic headlamp range con-

trol for xenon lamps only operates

with the light switch in position 1 or 2.<

For parking, you can activate lights on one

side of the vehicle. Observe local laws.

Switching on the parking lamps

In ignition key position 0:

Turn to the first position.

The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is

switched on.

Standing lamps on one side, refer to next

column.

Move the lever to the adequate turn signal

indicator position.

You can have the daytime driving

lamp function activated/deacti-

vated.<

The standing lamps discharge the

battery. Avoid using them for longer

periods of time; otherwise, you may not be

able to start the engine.<

Switching on the low beams

Turn to the second position.

With the low beams on and with the igni-

tion switched off, only the parking lamps

will remain on.

'Lights on' warning

If the lights have not been switched off and

the ignition key is in position 0, an acoustic

signal sounds for a few seconds when you

open the driver's door to remind you that

the lights have not been switched off.

57

SIGNAL/HEADLAMPFLASHER INSTRUMENT LIGHTING

FOG LAMPS

1 Turn signal indicators

When the parking lamps/low beams are

switched on:

Briefly press the switch upwards or down-

wards.

To control the instrument lighting, press

the button.

2 High beams/Headlamp flasher

To signal briefly

To increase the illumination intensity

Briefly press once again to switch off.

Gently push the lever up to the point of

resistance and hold it there, if necessary.

The lever returns to its center position once

it is released.

Keep the button pressed until the desired

brightness is reached.

Fog lamps*

The parking lamps or low beams

must be switched on. The green

indicator lamp lights up.

To decrease the illumination intensity

Press the button briefly.

With each brief pressing of the button, the

illumination intensity is reduced in steps.

The indicator lamp flashes and the

relay clicks faster than normal: a turn

signal indicator has failed.<

The fog lamps are switched on.

Rear fog lamp*

The low beams must be switched

on. The yellow indicator lamp

lights up. The rear fog lamp is

switched on.

Observe all legal regulations concerning

the use of fog lamps.

58

INTERIOR LAMPS

WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM

Switching the interior light in the MINI Switching the interior light in the MINI

0 Wipers parked

on and off manually

Convertible on and off manually

1 Intermittent operation or rain sensor

2 Normal wiper speed

3 Fast wiper speed

Press button 1 briefly.

Permanently turn off interior light:

Keep button 1 pressed until the light goes Keep button 1 pressed until the light goes

4 Brief wipe

out.

5 Clean windshield and headlamps

To switch the light back on, press the but-

ton once more.

To switch the light back on, press the but-

ton once more.

Intermittent operation

Not on vehicles with rain sensor.

Switching the reading lamps on and

off

The interval time for the wipers is depen-

dent on the vehicle speed.

Press button 2.

Rain sensor*

The rain sensor is located on the wind-

shield, directly in front of the interior rear-

view mirror.

When the rain sensor is activated, the

59

WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM

windshield wipers are automatically con-

trolled depending on the amount of mois-

ture, including snow, on the windshield.

You can have this function activated/

deactivated.<

Cleaning windshield and headlamps*

To activate the rain sensor:

From ignition key position 1:

Lever in position 1.

The system sprays washer fluid against the

windshield. The wipers are automatically

activated for a brief period.

The wipers move over the windshield once. When the vehicle lighting is on, the head-

lamps are also cleaned at appropriate inter-

vals.

To deactivate the rain sensor:

Put lever in position 0.

Do not use the washers if there is any

Switch the rain sensor off when pass-

Rear window wiper*

danger that the fluid will freeze on

6 Intermittent operation:

Turn the cap to position 6.

The rear window wiper moves across the

window a number of times before

switching to intermittent operation

ing through an automatic car wash.

the windshield. For this reason, use an anti-

Failure to do so could result in damage

freeze agent, refer to page 108.

Do not use the washers when the reservoir

caused by undesired wiper activation.<

is empty, since this could cause damage to

the washing pump.<

Normal wiper speed

When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers

switch automatically to intermittent wip-

ing.

Cleaning the rear window*

Heated windshield washer jets*

7 Intermittent operation:

Turn the cap to position 7 and hold in

place

The windshield washer jets are heated

automatically when the ignition key is in

You can have this function activated/

position 2.

deactivated.<

8 In lever position 0:

Turn the cap to position 8 and hold in

place

Fast wiper speed

When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers

switch automatically to normal wiper

speed.

60

CRUISE CONTROL*

On the multifunction steering wheel

and sports steering wheel

Above approx. 20 mph / 30 km/h the cruise

control maintains and stores any desired

speed.

Do not use cruise control on twisting

roads, when high traffic density pre-

vents driving at a constant speed, or when

the road surface does not permit driving at

a constant speed, e.g. due to snow, rain, ice,

or loose surfaces.<

To activate via the multifunction

steering wheel

To deactivate

Press button 2 repeatedly until the indica-

tor lamp goes out.

From ignition key position 1:

Press button 2.

The cruise control is deactivated when the

ignition key is turned to position 0.

The indicator lamp in the instrument clus-

ter lights up.

The stored speed is cleared.

Cruise control is active.

To maintain and store speed or to

accelerate

To activate via the sports steering

wheel

Press button 3.

1. Start the engine

2. Press button 2.

The system maintains and stores the cur-

rent vehicle speed. Every time you tap the

The indicator lamp in the instrument clus- button, the speed increases by approx.

ter lights up.

1 mph / 2 km/h.

Cruise control is active.

61

CRUISE CONTROL*

Press and hold button 3.

>When the brakes are applied

>When the clutch pedal is depressed

>If the cruising speed is either exceeded or

not met for an extended length of time,

for example if you press the accelerator

pedal and exceed the stored speed.

The vehicle accelerates without pressure

on the accelerator pedal. When you release

the button, the system maintains and

stores the current speed.

If, on a downhill gradient, the engine The indicator lamp stays lit.

braking effect is not sufficient, the

controlled speed may be exceeded. Speed

can drop on uphill grades if the engine out-

put is insufficient.<

You can use the cruise control again as

required.

On the multifunction steering wheel, the

cruise control can be interrupted manually:

When the system is activated, press

button 2.

To decelerate

Press button 4.

If you are already driving with active cruise

control, the speed is decreased by approx.

1 mph / 2 km/h every time you briefly tap

the button.

To continue cruise control

Press button 1.

The vehicle accelerates to and maintains

the last speed stored.

Press and hold button 4.

With the cruise control active, the system

automatically reduces the throttle opening

to slow the vehicle. When you release the

button, the system maintains and stores

the current speed.

To cancel the cruise control

The cruise control is automatically can-

celed:

62

ODOMETER

CLOCK

FUEL GAUGE

1 Trip odometer/clock

Setting

In the speedometer or Cockpit Chrono

Pack*

Resetting to zero when the trip odometer is 1. Press button 1 to display the clock

in the display:

2. Press button 1 for approx. 5 seconds to

activate the clock-setting mode

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

hour mode

4. Wait approx. 5 seconds until the hours

display flashes

5. Press button 1 to set the hour

6. Wait approx. 5 seconds until the min-

utes display flashes

If the indicator light 1 begins to be lit con-

tinuously, there are approx. 2.1 gallons /

8 liters of fuel in the tank.

Fuel tank capacity:

Approx. 13.2 gallons / 50 liters.

With ignition key in position 1, press the

button until the trip odometer is at zero.

To show the clock:

Press the button briefly.

When you switch on the ignition, the indi-

cator lamp lights up briefly to confirm that

the system is operational.

2 Odometer

When the ignition key is not in the ignition

lock, you can activate the displays shown in

the illustration by pressing the button in

the display elements.

If the angle of the vehicle varies, for exam-

ple when you are driving in mountainous

areas, the needle may fluctuate slightly.

7. Press button 1 to set the minute.

The set time is saved automatically after

approx. 1 minute.

Refill the gas tank early. If you drive

to the last drop of fuel, engine func-

tions are not guaranteed and damage can

occur.<

63

FUEL GAUGE

COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Checking coolant level, refer to page 110.

Temperature warning

1 Red warning lamp

When you switch on the ignition, warning

lamp 1 comes on briefly to confirm that the

system is operational.

Lights up while driving:

Engine is too hot. Switch off the engine

immediately and allow it to cool down.

In the navigation system

Coolant temperature gauge

Equipment with navigation system*or

Cockpit Chrono Pack*

Please also comply with the instruc-

tions in the previous section.<

Depending on the equipment version, a

coolant temperature gauge is located in

the speedometer or the Cockpit Chrono

Coolant-temperature warning

lamp in the navigation system or

Cockpit Chrono Pack, refer to Dis-

play elements on page 15.

Lights up while driving:

Engine is too hot. Switch off the engine

immediately and allow it to cool down.

If the indicator light 1 changes from orange Pack.

to red, there are approx. 2.1 gallons /

8 liters of fuel in the tank.

Low temperature:

The engine is still cold. Drive at moderate

engine and vehicle speeds.

Center position:

Normal operating temperature of the

engine.

High temperature:

As soon as there is a deviation from the

center position upwards or to the left:

Drive with moderation and at low engine

speeds. If necessary, switch off the engine

and allow it to cool down.

64

TACHOMETER

SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY

The onboard computer bases its calcula-

tions of the remaining distance on your

driving style in the period immediately pre-

ceding your data request. The remaining

distance display counts backwards in steps

of 35 miles / 50 km to the next service. A

flashing message and a minus sign in front

of the display that again begins counting

forwards mean that the service interval has

been exceeded.

Please schedule an appointment with your

MINI Dealer or a workshop that has spe-

cially trained personnel working in accor-

dance with the specifications of your MINI

manufacturer.

Remaining distance for service

Do not operate the engine with the needle

in the red overspeed zone of the gauge.

The distance remaining before the next

scheduled service is displayed in miles /

kilometers for a short period with the igni-

tion key in position 1 or higher. The display

also indicates whether an engine oil service

and/or an inspection is due.

To protect the engine, the power is reduced

when you approach a certain engine speed

in this sector.

For more information on the service inter-

val display, refer to page 112.

65

ONBOARD COMPUTER*

at temperatures above 37 7 / 3 6, e.g. on

bridges and shaded roads.<

With navigation system option:

The temperature is displayed in the status

line of the navigation system, refer to the

Owner's Manual for Navigation System.

Current vehicle speed

If the vehicle is not equipped with an

onboard computer, only the current speed

is displayed.

Mode selection

Outside temperature

With the ignition key in position 1 or

higher, you can use the button in the turn

signal indicator lever to switch the display

from outside temperature to current speed

and vice versa.

From ignition key position 1, you can use

the button in the turn signal indicator lever onboard computer, only the outside tem-

to retrieve information from the onboard

computer for display in the tachometer. By

pressing the button briefly, you can call up

a new function for display.

If the vehicle is not equipped with an

perature is displayed.

You can have the unit of measure set

to7 or6.<

Range

The displays appear in the following order:

Ice warning

The display shows a range estimate based

on the available fuel. The amount of fuel

remaining in the tank is measured, and the

range is estimated from your driving style

over the last 20 miles / 30 km.

Outside temperature, range, average con-

sumption and current consumption, aver-

age speed and current speed.

If the outside temperature falls below

approx. 37 7 / 3 6, the onboard com-

puter automatically switches to the outside

temperature display.

In addition, an acoustic signal can be heard

and the display flashes for a short time.

From ignition key position 1, the most

recently selected setting is displayed.

If the vehicle is equipped with a navi-

gation system, you will find more

information on the onboard computer in

the Owner's Manual for Navigation Sys-

tem.<

If the range displayed is less than

35 miles / 50 km, be sure to refuel;

otherwise engine functions are not guaran-

teed and damage could occur.<

The ice warning does not exclude the

possibility that surface ice can form

66

ONBOARD COMPUTER*

Average speed, average fuel

consumption

Press the button in the turn signal indicator

lever for a longer period.

The displayed average values for speed and

consumption are recalculated.

Any time spent with the vehicle stationary

and the engine shut off is ignored for the

calculation.

If the vehicle is equipped with a navi-

gation system, the displays are

shown in the area of the navigation sys-

tem.<

You can have a different unit of mea-

sure set.<

Current fuel consumption

The current consumption value is calcu-

lated and displayed on the basis of your

driving style.

You can have a different unit of mea-

sure set.<

67

ALL SEASON TRACTION CONTROL (ASC)*

The concept

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp will go out

This system optimizes driving stability and

traction, especially when just starting off,

when accelerating or when cornering.

shortly after the ignition has been

switched on, refer to pages 17, 18.

ASC recognizes the danger present in trac-

tion loss and will increase driving stability

and traction by reducing the engine's out-

put and, if necessary, by applying the

brakes to the front wheels.

If the indicator lamp flashes:

ASC controls the drive and braking forces.

The indicator lamp stays lit:

The system is defective or was turned off

using the button. Have the system checked

as soon as possible.

ASC is operational each time you start the

engine. It contains the following functions:

To switch off the ASC

>Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Briefly press the switch.

The indicator lamp stays lit.

>Cornering Brake Control (CBC)

>Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).

When driving with snow chains or to 'rock

free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off

the ASC for a brief period.

The laws of physics cannot be

repealed, even with ASC. An appropri-

ate driving style always remains the

responsibility of the driver. Avoid using the

additional safety margin provided by the

system as an excuse for taking unnecessary

risks.

To maintain vehicle stability, always

drive with the ASC switched on

whenever possible.<

Do not make any modifications to the ASC

system. Allow only authorized technicians

to perform service procedures on the

ASC.<

To switch the ASC back on

Briefly press the switch once again.

Indicator lamp goes out.

68

DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC)*

The laws of physics cannot be

The concept

repealed, even with DSC. An appro-

priate driving style always remains the

responsibility of the driver. Avoid using the

additional safety margin provided by the

system as an excuse for taking unnecessary

risks.

Do not make any modifications to the DSC

system. Allow only authorized technicians

to perform service procedures on the

DSC.<

This system optimizes driving stability and

traction, especially when just starting off,

when accelerating or when cornering. It

also maintains driving stability even in crit-

ical driving situations.

DSC recognizes unstable vehicle conditions,

such as understeering or oversteering, and,

as far as is possible within the laws of phys-

ics, helps keep the vehicle on a steady

course by reducing the rpms and by brake

applications to the individual wheels.

To switch off the DSC

Indicator lamp

The DSC is operational every time you start

the engine. It contains the following func-

tions:

Briefly press the switch.

The indicator lamp stays lit.

The indicator lamp will go out

shortly after the ignition has been

switched on, refer to pages 17, 18.

When driving with snow chains, it may be

effective to switch off the DSC for a brief

period.

>All Season traction Control (ASC)

>Antilock Brake System (ABS)

If the indicator lamp flashes:

>Cornering Brake Control (CBC)

>Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).

DSC controls the drive and braking forces.

To maintain stability, always drive

with the DSC switched on whenever

possible.<

The indicator lamp stays lit:

The system is defective or was turned off

using the button. Have the system checked

as soon as possible.

To switch the DSC back on

Briefly press the switch once again.

Indicator lamp goes out.

69

ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)

The concept

Cornering Brake Control (CBC)

The ABS keeps the wheels from locking

while braking, thereby enhancing active

driving safety.

Cornering Brake Control (CBC) is an

enhancement of ABS that improves vehicle

stability especially when braking during

cornering.

When the vehicle is being braked, the rear

wheels are relieved from load, and this can

cause the vehicle to oversteer in curves.

CBC counteracts this by making use of uni-

lateral braking pressure to generate a sta-

bilizing counter torque while braking out-

side of the ABS control range.

ABS also includes Electronic Brake Force

Distribution (EBD).

Safe braking

Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stan-

dard feature. The best way to brake the

vehicle in critical situations requiring brak-

ing is to apply maximum pressure to the

brake pedal: panic stop.

Since the vehicle remains maneuverable,

you can still go around any obstacles with

the smallest possible steering movements.

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

(EBD)

In order to achieve a short braking distance

when the vehicle is fully loaded, your vehi-

cle is equipped with relatively large brakes

on the rear axle. EBV continuously moni-

tors the speeds of the rear wheels in rela-

tion to the front wheels in order to prevent

overbraking of the rear wheels even when

the vehicle has a light load. If the rear

wheels tend to lock, the EBV controls their

slip, ensuring operating stability.

The pulsation of the brake pedal, together

with the sound of hydraulic regulation,

indicates to you that ABS is actively taking

effect.

70

FLAT TIRE MONITOR

The concept

System limitations

The Flat Tire Monitor cannot alert you

to severe and sudden tire damage

As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor keeps

track of the tire inflation pressure in all four

tires. The system alerts you when there is a caused by external factors, nor does it

substantial pressure loss in one of the tires detect the gradual and minor loss of pres-

relative to another.

sure in all four tires.<

The tire inflation pressures are monitored

based on the speeds of the four wheels in

relation to one another. A flat tire is

detected as the result of differences in cer-

tain speed ratios, and a warning is gener-

ated.

On the other hand, the following situations

could lead to a delayed detection of pres-

sure loss or to the system not functioning:

>Driving on snow-covered or slippery

roads

Initializing the system

>Performance-oriented driving: slip at the

drive wheels, high rates of lateral accel-

eration

>When driving with snow chains, false

warnings and undetected pressure loss

may occur

>When driving with a space-saver spare

tire, the Flat Tire Monitor cannot func-

tion.

The system must be reinitialized

immediately after changing a tire

and wheel, or after correcting the pressure

in any tire. This requires a bit of driving.<

System requirements

So that the system can 'familiarize' itself

with the correct inflation pressure, please

do the following:

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

not start driving

2. Press the button long enough for the

indicator lamp in the display elements

to light up for a few seconds

3. Drive off.

1. Check the tire inflation pressure in all

tires

2. Compare them with the inflation pres-

sure table, refer to page 98, and adjust

the pressures if necessary

3. Initialize the system.

It takes a few minutes before the Flat Tire

Monitor can detect a flat tire and issue an

alert.

71

FLAT TIRE MONITOR

AIRBAGS

Do not initialize the system if you are With Run Flat tires:

driving with snow chains or a space-

1. Reduce vehicle speed carefully to under

saver spare tire.<

50 mph / 80 km/h. Avoid hard brake

applications and steering maneuvers. Do

not exceed a speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h

Flat tire

The warning lamp lights up in yel- 2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all

low. An acoustic signal also sounds.

There is a flat tire or a siginificant

loss of pressure in a tire.

four tires at the earliest opportunity.

If the tire inflation pressure is cor-

rect in all four tires, it is possible

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle with

caution. Avoid hard brake applications

and steering maneuvers

that the Flat Tire Monitor was not initial-

ized. In this case, initialize the system.<

The following airbags are located under the

marked covers.

3. To continue driving, follow the instruc-

tions on driving with damaged tires on

page 101.

2. Determine which tire is damaged

If this cannot be determined, con-

tact your MINI Dealer.<

MINI

Malfunction

1 Side airbags in seat backrest on the

driver and front passenger side: front

3. Repair the flat tire, refer to page 125.

The warning lamp lights up in yel-

low. There is a malfunction in the

Flat Tire Monitor or the system has

failed. Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

2 Head airbags on the driver and passen-

ger sides for both rows of seats: front/

rear

3 Front airbags on the driver and passen-

ger sides

MINI Convertible

1 Side/head airbags in the seat backrest on

the driver and front passenger sides:

front

2 Front airbags on the driver and passen-

ger sides

72

AIRBAGS

restraint system from the vehicle. Do not

touch the individual components directly

after the system has been triggered, as oth-

erwise there is a danger of burns. In the

event of malfunctions, deactivation or

deployment of the airbag restraint system,

have the system checked, repaired or disas-

sembled only by a MINI Dealer or a work-

shop with specially trained personnel work-

ing in accordance with the specifications of

the MINI manufacturer and having the nec-

essary permits for handling explosive

Protective effect

Airbag system malfunctioning

The front airbags supplement the safety

belts by providing additional protection for

the driver and front passenger in the event

of a frontal collision in which the protec-

tion afforded by the belts alone may no

longer be sufficient. When needed, the

head and side airbags help to furnish pro-

tection in the event of side impact. Each of

the side airbags is designed to help support

the seat occupant's upper body. The corre-

sponding side/head airbag in the MINI Con-

vertible or the head airbag in the MINI sup-

ports the head.

>The warning lamp does not come on

starting from ignition key position 1

>The warning lamp stays lit

>The warning lamp lights up while driv-

ing.

In the event of a malfunction, have

the airbag system checked immedi-

ately. Otherwise, there is a risk that the sys-

tem will not function as intended in

response to a severe impact occurring

within the system's normal triggering

range.<

devices. Unprofessional attempts to service

the system could lead to failure in an emer-

gency or undesired airbag activation, either

of which could result in personal injury.<

The airbags are designed to not be trig-

gered in certain types of collisions, e.g. in

minor accidents, certain kinds of vehicle

rollover and rear impact.

Airbag warning information is also pro-

vided on the sun visors.

For information on the ideal seating posi-

tion, refer to page 41.

Airbag system operational

The warning lamp in the display

elements shows the status of the

entire airbag system and the seat

belt tensioners starting from ignition key

position 1. The warning lamp goes out after

several seconds.

Do not apply adhesive materials to

the cover panels of the airbags, cover

them or modify them in any other way. Do

not fit covers, cushions or other items to

the front seats that have not been specially

approved for seats with side airbags. Do

not hang clothing, e.g. jackets, over the

backrests.

Do not attempt to remove the airbag

73

PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)*

You can have a signal tone set as a

confirmation that PDC has been acti-

vated.<

The concept

System limitations

Even with PDC, final responsibility for

estimating the distance between the

vehicle and any objects always remains

with the driver.

The PDC assists you when you back into a

parking space. A signal tone tells you the

current distance to an object behind your

vehicle. To do this, four ultrasonic sensors

Acoustical signals

in the rear bumper measure the distance to The distance to an object is indicated by a

Even when sensors are involved, there is a

the nearest object.

tone sounding at intervals. As the distance blind spot in which objects cannot be

between vehicle and object decreases, the detected. Recognition of some objects can

The sensors on each side have a range of

approx. 2 ft / 60 cm, the middle sensors

one of approx. 5 ft / 1.5 m.

intervals between the tones become

shorter. A continuous tone indicates the

be beyond the limits of physical ultrasonic

measurement, for example with towing

presence of an object less than 8 in / 20 cm bars or hitches or with thin or wedge-

PDC is a parking aid that can identify away.

objects if they are approached slowly,

shaped objects. Moreover, low objects that

have already been detected, such as a curb

edge, can disappear out of the range of the

sensors before a continuous tone sounds.

Loud sources of sound outside and inside

your vehicle can drown the PDC signal

tone.<

The warning signal is canceled after

as is generally the case when parking.

Avoid driving towards objects rapidly; due

to underlying physical principles, the sys-

tem may otherwise alert you too late for

you to take evasive steps.<

approx. three seconds if the distance to the

object remains constant during this time,

for instance if you are moving parallel to a

wall.

Malfunction

Keep the sensors clean and free of ice

or snow in order to ensure that they

will continue to operate effectively.

Do not apply high pressure spray to the

sensors for a prolonged period of time.

Always maintain a distance which is

greater than 4 in / 10 cm.<

Automatic function

A continuous high-pitched tone will sound

during initial activation. The system is mal-

functioning. Have the system checked.

With the ignition key in position 2, the sys-

tem starts to operate automatically about

one second after you select reverse gear or

place the selector lever in position R.

Volume control

The volume of the Park Distance Control

signal can be adjusted from level 1, soft, to

level 6, loud.

Wait for this one second before you

drive backwards.<

The system is deactivated when you shift

away from Reverse.

You can have this function set.<

74

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM*

1 Air onto the windshield and onto the

side windows

4 Temperature 76

8 Air distribution 76

5 Windshield heating* 76

6 Air volume/Blower 76

7 Air conditioning 76

9 Recirculated air mode 76

10 Rear window defroster 76

2 Air for the upper body area 77

3 Air for the front and rear footwells

75

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM*

Air volume/Blower

Rear window defroster

Rear window defroster switched

Air conditioning

Air conditioning switched on:

You can select blower speeds

from 1 to 4. Position 0: fan is

turned off. The button for recir-

on:

indicator lamp lights up.

The air is cooled and dehumidi-

Indicator lamp lights up.

culated air mode fully blocks the As long as the indicator lamp is lit, the win- fied and, depending on the temperature

supply of air from outside.

dow heater is operating.

setting, rewarmed.

The heater switches off automatically after After the engine has started, the wind-

The heating, ventilation and air condition-

ing operate in position 1 or higher.

a short time.

shield can temporarily fog over. Condensa-

tion on the windows is reduced when the

air conditioning is turned on.

Windshield heating*

Temperature

Windshield heating switched on:

Turn to the right, red, to increase

the temperature of the passen-

ger compartment.

When the air conditioning is on, con-

densation is formed which then exits

under the vehicle. Traces of condensed

water on the ground are therefore nor-

mal.<

Indicator lamp lights up.

As long as the indicator lamp is

lit, the window heater is operating.

The heater switches off automatically after

a short time.

Rapid heating: turn to the

extreme right. Then select a pleasant inte-

rior temperature.

Recirculated air mode

Air distribution

Supply of outside air into the

vehicle is blocked:

Indicator lamp lights up.

Air distribution in upper body

region , upper body region

and footwell , footwell

,

The air within the vehicle is recirculated.

footwell and windows , and

.

If the windows fog up in the recircu-

lated air mode, turn the recirculated

air mode off and if necessary increase the

air supply. The recirculated air mode should

not be constantly used over a longer period

of time, as the air quality in the vehicle's

interior will otherwise gradually deterio-

rate.<

windows

All intermediate positions are possible,

refer to illustration and overview on

page 75.

76

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM*

Microfilter*

The integrated microfilter removes dust

and pollen from the incoming or recircu-

lated air.

Your MINI Dealer will replace it during rou-

tine maintenance. A substantial reduction

in the air supply indicates that the filter

must be replaced before scheduled mainte-

nance.

Draft-free ventilation

Defrosting and demisting windows

Air supply for the upper body area:

1. Set the rotary blower speed control for

the airflow rate to position 4

2. Turn the rotary temperature control

completely to the right, red

Button 1: air outlets can be opened and

closed by turning.

The points indicate the position in each

case.

3. Turn the rotary switch for air distribu-

tion to position

.

Nozzle 2: change the direction of the air-

flow by swiveling.

Condensation is removed from the win-

dows more quickly by activating the air

conditioning

4. Turn on windshield heating if necessary

5. To defrost the rear window: turn on the

rear window heater.

77

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*

1 Air onto the windshield and onto the

side windows

5 Interior temperature sensor, please keep 10 Temperature 79

clear and unobstructed

6 Recirculated air mode 79

7 Air conditioning 76

11 Display for air temperature and air

volume 79

2 Air for the upper body area 80

3 Air for the front and rear footwells

12 Air volume/Blower, switching air con-

ditioner on/off 79

4 Rear window defroster and windshield

heating* 79

8 Automatic air distribution and

volume 79

13 Individual air distribution 80

9 Defrosting and demisting the windshield

and side windows 80

78

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*

Switch the automatic climate control back faster cooling.

Automatic air distribution and volume

on by pressing any button.

The indicator lamp for the recirculated air

button is not lit.

Automatic program (AUTO):

Indicator lamp lights up.

Air conditioning

Indicator lamp lights up.

The air is cooled and dehumidified

and, depending on the temperature set-

ting, rewarmed.

Automatic adjustment of the air distribu-

tion and volume, and adaptation of the

specified temperatures to external influ-

ences, i.e. outside temperature and sun-

light.

The recirculated air mode should not be

constantly used over a longer period of

time, as the air quality in the vehicle's interior

will otherwise gradually deteriorate. If the

windows fog up in the recirculated air mode,

turn the recirculated air mode off and if nec-

In the automatic program (AUTO), the air

conditioning is activated automatically. To conditioning is activated automatically.

essary increase the air supply.

<

create a pleasant air climate, the air tem-

After the engine has started, the wind-

perature coming from the vents in the

shield can temporarily fog over. In the air

conditioning mode, there is less condensa-

perature in the footwell.

tion on the windows.

Rear window defroster and windshield

heating*

upper body area is lower than the air tem-

Indicator lamp lights up.

As long as the indicator lamp is lit,

the window heater is operating.

The heater switches off automatically after a

short time.

Air volume/Blower

Switching automatic climate control

off/on

When the air conditioning is on, con-

densation is formed which then exits

under the vehicle. Traces of condensed

water on the ground are therefore nor-

mal.<

Air volume/Blower.

Press the left or right half of the

button. The air volume varies. Automatic

adjustment of the air volume is deacti-

vated.

Temperature

Tap or turn the wheel in the appro-

priate direction to change the tem-

perature step by step.

Recirculated air mode

Supply of outside air into the vehi-

cle is blocked. indicator lamp lights

up.

Switching air conditioner on/off.

Press the left half of the button while the

The figures in the display provide a

general indication of interior temperature.

When you start the vehicle, the system

ensures that the selected temperature is

achieved as quickly as possible and then main-

tained.

blower is at the lowest setting. The blower, The air within the vehicle is recirculated.

heating and air conditioning are switched

In the automatic program (AUTO) in hot

off. All displays go out.

weather conditions, the recirculated air

mode is activated temporarily to enable

79

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*

Permanent heating with maximum

power output at temperature selec-

You can switch the unit from 7 to

6 by pressing the buttons for air

tion HI. Permanent cooling at LO. With the conditioning and air distribution toward

setting at HI, the recirculated air mode can- the footwell at the same time.<

not be switched on.<

Microfilter/Activated-charcoal filter

Defrosting and demisting windows

The microfilter removes dust and pollen

from the incoming or recirculated air. The

activated-charcoal filter provides addi-

Press the button.

Indicator lamp lights up.

Ice and condensation are rapidly removed tional protection by filtering gaseous pol-

from the rear window, windshield and side lutants from the outside air.

windows.

Your MINI Dealer replaces this combined

filter as a standard part of your scheduled

maintenance. A substantial reduction in

the air supply indicates that the filter must

be replaced before scheduled maintenance.

Draft-free ventilation

Condensation is removed from the win-

dows more quickly when the air condition-

ing is also activated.

The rear window defroster/windshield

heating are switched on automatically.

They can be switched off again via the

respective button.

Air supply for the upper body area:

Button 1: air outlets can be opened and

closed by turning.

The points indicate the position in each

case.

Vent 2: change the direction of the airflow

by swiveling.

Individual air distribution

Combine the air distribution your-

self. Automatic adjustment of the

air distribution is deactivated.

It is not possible to distribute air

simultaneously toward the win-

dows and toward the upper body area.

80

GLOVE COMPARTMENT

ASHTRAY, DRINKS HOLDERS

Ventilation

Ashtray

To open:

Turn the rotary switch to a horizontal posi- The ashtray is located in one of the bever-

Pull the handle.

tion:

age holders in the center console.

The light goes on.

The vents are open.

In the rear, an ashtray can also be fitted in

the beverage holder at the end of the cen-

To close:

Turn the rotary switch to a vertical position, ter console.

arrow:

Fold the door up.

Beverage holders

To prevent injury in the event of an

accident, close the glove compart-

ment immediately after use.<

The vents are closed.

There are two beverage holders at the front

of the center console. Another is located at

the end of the center console in the rear.

Depending on the temperature set-

ting of the air conditioning or the

automatic climate control, high tempera-

tures may result in the glove compart-

ment.<

Do not place any glass containers in

the beverage holders, as this

increases the risk of injury in the event of

an accident.<

81

CIGARETTE LIGHTER, 12 V POWER SUPPLY

When the vehicle is equipped with a MINI

Mobility System, the 12 V socket is also for

supplying the compressor.

12 V socket in the luggage compart-

From ignition key position 1:

ment* of the MINI Convertible

Press the cigarette lighter in.

Remove as soon as the lighter jumps back

out.

The socket is located in the luggage com-

partment on the left-hand side of the rear

panel, arrow.

Hold or touch the hot cigarette

lighter by the knob only. Holding or

touching it in other areas could result in

burns.<

If the vehicle is equipped with a MINI

Mobility System, the 12 V socket is also for

supplying the compressor.

Cigarette lighter socket, 12 V power

supply

Suitable as a power socket for flashlights,

car vacuum cleaners, etc., up to a rating of

approx. 200 watts at 12 volts.

Avoid damaging the socket with plugs of

different shapes or sizes.

82

INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL*

The concept

Checking compatibility

If this symbol is depicted on the

packaging or in the operating

instructions of the original control

device, it is safe to assume that the remote-

controlled system is compatible with the

The integrated universal remote control

takes the place of up to three different con-

trol devices for different radio-remote-con-

trolled systems such as gate openers and

household alarm systems. The integrated

universal remote control detects and learns integrated universal remote control.

the signal transmitted by the original con-

trol device.

If you have additional questions,

please consult your MINI center or

call 1-800-355-3515.

You can also visit these websites:

The signal of an original control device can

be programmed onto one of the three

memory buttons 1. The system in question

can then be operated by means of the pro-

grammed memory button 1. Signal trans-

mission is indicated by indicator lamp 2.

Programming

1 Memory buttons

2 Indicator lamp

HomeLink is a registered trademark owned

by Johnson Controls, Inc.<

If you decide to sell your vehicle one day, in

the interest of your own security, remem-

ber to delete the programs before the vehi-

cle leaves your possession, refer to page 84.

Fixed-code control device

1. Switch on the ignition

2. During initial operation: press and hold

both outer buttons 1 approx. 20 seconds

until indicator lamp 2 flashes. This clears

all three memory buttons 1

3. Hold the original control device approx.

2 to 8 in / 5 to 20 cm away from memory

buttons 1.

While programming is in progress

and before operating any pro-

grammed system by remote control using

the integrated universal remote control,

make sure that the movement area of the

system in question is clear of people, ani-

mals and inanimate obstructions, in order

to avoid possible injury or damage. Also

comply with the safety precautions issued

for the original control device.<

The required distance between the

control device and memory

buttons 1 may vary, depending on the

system of the original control device in

question.<

83

INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL*

4. Simultaneously press the command but- remains on for approx. two seconds, the

ton of the original control device and the original control device is equipped with an

4. Press the button on the receiver of the

target device. Once you have completed

step 4, you have approx. 30 seconds to

complete step 5

desired memory button 1 on the inte-

grated universal remote control. The

alternating-code system. In this case, the

memory buttons 1 are programmed as

indicator lamp 2 begins to flash slowly. described for an alternating-code control

5. Press the programmed memory

button 1 of the integrated universal

remote control three times.

Release both buttons when indicator

lamp 2 starts flashing rapidly. If indica-

tor lamp 2 does not start to flash rapidly

after approx. 15 seconds, change the dis-

tance between the two devices

device.<

Alternating-code control device

The corresponding memory button 1 is

now programmed with the signal of the

original control device.

You will need to refer to the operating

instructions of the system in question in

order to program the integrated universal

remote control. Read through the operat-

ing instructions for information on syn-

chronization.

Observe the following additional instruc-

tions when you program an alternating-

code control device:

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other

original control devices.

Consult your MINI Dealer if you have

any questions.<

The corresponding memory button 1 is

now programmed with the signal of the

original control device.

Deleting memory buttons

The system can be operated as soon as the

ignition is switched on.

It is not possible to delete individual mem-

ory buttons 1. To delete all three memory

buttons 1 at the same time, however, per-

form the following steps:

You will find programming easier if

you have the assistance of a second

person.<

If the system cannot be operated

after repeated attempts at program-

ming, check whether the original control

device is equipped with an alternating-

code system. You can either check the oper-

ating instructions of the original control

device for this information, or you can

press and hold down the programmed

memory button 1 of the integrated univer-

sal remote control. If indicator lamp 2 of

the integrated universal remote control

flashes rapidly for a brief period and then

Press and hold both outer buttons 1 of the

integrated universal remote control for

approx. 20 seconds until indicator lamp 2

flashes.

1. Park your vehicle within range of the

radio-remote-controlled device

2. Program the integrated universal

remote control as described above in the

section on fixed-code programming

3. Locate the button on the receiver of the

target device, for example on the upper

part of the drive

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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINI

Luggage compartment cover

When the tailgate is opened, the luggage

compartment cover is also raised.

Never place any heavy or hard objects

on the luggage compartment cover;

otherwise occupants could be injured dur-

ing braking maneuvers.<

Removal

Foldable rear backrest

To load bulky luggage, the compartment

1. Pull lever

cover can be removed.

2. Fold the rear backrest forwards.

1. Remove the retaining straps on the tail-

gate

2. Pull the luggage compartment cover out

towards the rear.

When folding the backrest back into

its original position, always ensure

that the catch engages securely. A loose

backrest might fail to prevent cargo from

entering the passenger compartment dur-

ing sudden braking or evasive maneuvers,

posing a potential hazard to occupants.<

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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINI CONVERTIBLE

LOADING CARGO

Loading aid

Expanding the luggage compartment Through-loading system

volume

When the convertible top is closed, you can

load the vehicle more easily by releasing

the convertible top and folding it up.

To be able to transport larger objects, the

You can enlarge the luggage compartment rear backrest can be folded.

volume when the convertible top is closed.

1. Unlock the catch for the rear backrest

1. Release the convertible top using the

handles, arrows 1

2. Lift the convertible top, arrow 2

3. Fold back the handles and place them on

brackets 3.

1. Fold the convertible top upwards, refer

to Loading aid

2. Remove the luggage compartment cover

with an ignition key or master key, refer

to Manual release in the MINI Convert-

ible on page 30

from the brackets, arrow 1, and engage 2. Pull the lever to release the catch

it on the upper support pins, arrow 2.

3. Fold the backrest forward.

Lock the handles in place again com-

pletely so that the convertible top

can be operated.<

Move the luggage compartment

cover to its lower position again so

that the convertible top can be operated.< that the catch engages securely. A loose

backrest might fail to prevent cargo from

When folding the backrest back into

its original position, always ensure

entering the passenger compartment dur-

ing sudden braking or evasive maneuvers,

posing a potential hazard to occupants.<

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LOADING CARGO

Avoid overloading the vehicle so that

the permitted load on the tires is not

exceeded. Overloading can lead to over-

heating and damage inside the tires.

Depending on the circumstances, this can

result in sudden air loss.<

4. The resulting figure equals the available

amount of cargo and luggage load

capacity.

For example, if the XXX amount equals

1,400 lbs. and there will be four 150 lbs.

passengers in your vehicle, the amount

of available cargo and luggage load

capacity is 800 lbs.:

1,400 lbs. minus 600 lbs. = 800 lbs.

5. Determine the combined weight of lug-

gage and cargo being loaded on the

vehicle. That weight may not safely

exceed the available cargo and luggage

load capacity calculated in Step 4

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,

load from your trailer will be transferred

to your vehicle. Consult the manual for

transporting a trailer to determine how

this may reduce the available cargo and

luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

Determining cargo limit

1. Locate the following statement on your

vehicle's placard:

The combined weight of occu-

pants and cargo should never

exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs, as this could

otherwise result in damage to the vehi-

cle and unstable driving conditions.<

2. Determine the combined weight of the

driver and passengers that will be riding

in your vehicle

3. Substract the combined weight of the

driver and passengers from XXX kilo-

grams or YYY pounds

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LOADING CARGO

Stowing cargo

Securing the load

For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is

unoccupied, fasten each safety belt in the

opposite buckle. This provides additional

stabilization for the rear backrests.

>Place heavy cargo as far forward as possi-

ble, directly behind the backrests, and as

low as possible

>Cover sharp edges and corners

>Do not pile objects higher than the top

edges of the backrests.

The illustration shows by way of example

the luggage compartment of the MINI.

>Secure smaller and lighter items using

the luggage compartment net*or elastic

straps

>Secure larger and heavier items with

load-securing devices*. Lashing eyelets

are provided at the inner corners of the

luggage compartment for attaching

these load-securing devices.

Comply with the information enclosed

with the load-securing devices.

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ROOF-MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK*

Always position and secure the load

as described above. If you do not, it

When loading a roof-mounted lug-

gage rack on the MINI, make sure

can pose a danger to the passengers during that there is sufficient space for the move-

braking and evasive maneuvers, for exam- ment of the glass sunroof and that no

ple.

objects protrude into the swiveling area of

Do not exceed the permissible gross weight the tailgate, as otherwise damage can

and axle load, refer to page 143 ff; other-

wise the vehicle's operating safety is no

occur. Do not secure the roof-mounted lug-

gage rack to the MINI's trim strips or to the

longer assured and it will not be in compli- MINI Convertible top. Otherwise, the lack

ance with the certification regulations.

Do not stow heavy or hard objects in the

passenger compartment without first

securing them. Otherwise they would be

thrown around during braking and evasive

of a secure hold could lead to damage or

accidents.<

Special roof-mounted luggage racks

for your MINI are available as acces-

maneuvers and endanger the occupants.< sories from your MINI Dealer.<

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