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Vehicle features and options

Airbags

This chapter describes model-specific

equipment, systems, and functions that are

currently available, or may become available

in the future, even if they are not present in

the vehicle.

Principle

The airbag system provides additional pro-

tection in the event of an accident, espe-

cially if the seat belt is worn correctly.

Additional information:

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

1

2

3

Front airbag, driver

Front airbag, front passenger

Head airbag

4

5

Side airbag

Knee airbag

Front airbags

Side airbag

The front airbag helps protect the driver

and front passenger in the event of a frontal

impact in which the seat belts alone would

not provide adequate protection.

In the event of a side collision, the side

airbag protects the side of the body in the

chest and lap area.

Depending on national-market version: In

the event of a side collision, the side airbag

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in the rear protects the side chest and pel-

vic area of occupants in the outer rear seats.

–

Keep a distance from the airbags.

Fasten seat belts correctly.

Always grasp the steering wheel on the

steering wheel rim. Hold hands at the

3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions to keep

the risk of injuring hands or arms as low

as possible when the airbag deploys.

Head airbag

In the event of a side collision, the head

airbag protects the head.

Ejection Mitigation

–

Adjust seat and steering wheel so that

hands can cross over the steering wheel.

Select the settings so that the shoulder

rests against the backrest when cross-

ing the hands and the upper body is as

far back as possible while still maintain-

ing a comfortable grip on the steering

wheel.

The head airbag system is designed as

an ejection mitigation countermeasure to

reduce the likelihood of ejections of vehi-

cle occupants through side windows during

rollovers or side collision events.

Knee airbag

Depending on national-market version, the

knee airbag protects occupants’ legs in the

event of a frontal collision.

–

Make sure that the front passenger is

sitting correctly, i.e., with their feet and

legs in the footwell, not resting on the

dashboard.

–

Make sure that occupants keep their

heads away from the side airbag.

Protective effect

General information

Airbags are not deployed in every impact

situation, e.g., in less severe accidents.

There should be no additional persons,

animals or objects between an airbag

and a person.

–

Keep the dashboard and windshield on

the passenger's side clear, i.e., do not

cover with adhesive film or other coat-

ing, and do not attach mounts for, e.g.,

navigation devices or mobile phones.

Information on optimum protective

effect of the airbags

Warning

Do not bond the airbag cover panels

with adhesive, do not cover them, and

do not modify them in any way.

If the seat position is incorrect, the seat

belts are fastened incorrectly or the de-

ployment area of the airbags is impaired,

the airbag system cannot provide protec-

tion as intended and may cause additional

injuries due to deployment. There is a risk

of injury or danger to life. Follow the infor-

mation on achieving the optimum protec-

tive effect of the airbag system.

–

Do not use the front passenger's side

airbag cover for storage.

Keep storage compartments near the

airbags closed, e.g., glove compartment

or center armrest.

–

Do not place slip covers, seat cushions,

or other objects on the front seats un-

less they are specifically designed for

seats with integrated airbags.

To ensure that the airbag system has the

optimal protective effect, note the follow-

ing:

Do not hang pieces of clothing such as

jackets over the backrests.

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Do not modify individual components

or wiring. This also applies to the dash-

board, steering wheel covers, and seats.

Interaction Unit view

The airbag system warning light

on the Interaction Unit illuminates

briefly when drive-ready state is

turned on, thus indicating the operational

readiness of the entire airbag system and

seat belt tensioners.

Do not disassemble the airbag system.

Even when you follow all instructions very

closely, injury from contact with the airbags

cannot be fully ruled out in certain situa-

tions.

The ignition and inflation noise may lead

to short-term and, in most cases, temporary

hearing impairment in sensitive occupants.

Malfunction

–

The airbag system warning light

on the Interaction Unit does not

illuminate when drive-ready state

is turned on.

Vehicle modifications for a person with dis-

abilities may affect the air bag system; con-

tact MINI Customer Relations for further

information.

–

The airbag system warning light on

the Interaction Unit illuminates continu-

ously.

Warnings and information on the airbags

are also found on the sun visors.

The airbag system or the seat belt tension-

ers may not be operational. Have the vehi-

cle checked immediately by an authorized

service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

Operational readiness of the airbag

system

Safety information

Setting the front seat positions

The power that deploys the driver's/front

passenger airbags depends on the position

of the driver's/front passenger seat.

Warning

Individual components can be hot after de-

ployment of the airbag system. There is

a risk of injury. Do not touch individual

components.

To maintain the accuracy of this function,

calibrate the electrical front seats as soon

as the respective message appears on the

Interaction Unit.

Warning

Additional information:

Seats, refer to page 94.

Improperly executed work can lead to fail-

ure, malfunction or unintentional deploy-

ment of the airbag system. In the case of

a malfunction, the airbag system might not

deploy as intended despite the accident

severity. There is a risk of injury or danger

to life. Have the airbag system checked,

repaired, disassembled, and scrapped by

an authorized service center or another

qualified service center or repair shop.

Deactivating the front pass-

enger airbag automatically

Principle

The automatic front passenger airbag deac-

tivation system can detect if the front pass-

enger seat is occupied.

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The front passenger airbag is activated or

deactivated accordingly.

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Move the head restraint up or remove it

to ensure that the child restraint system

rests as flat as possible against the rear

seat backrest.

Safety information

Observe the maximum size of the child

restraint system, for example to avoid

possible touching the roof.

Warning

To ensure the front passenger airbag func-

tion, the system must be able to detect

whether a person is sitting in the front

passenger seat. The entire seat surface

must be used for this purpose. There is a

risk of injury or danger to life. Make sure

that the front passenger keeps his or her

feet in the footwell.

Before transporting a child on the front

passenger seat, refer to the safety informa-

tion and instructions for children on the

front passenger seat, see Children.

Additional information:

Install child restraint systems, refer to

page 110.

Indicator light, front passenger

airbag

The front passenger airbag indicator light in

the headliner indicates the operating state

of the front passenger airbag.

Functional requirements

To ensure that occupants on the front pass-

enger seat are detected properly, the follow-

ing functional requirements apply:

–

Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats

or other items to the front passenger

seat unless they are specifically deter-

mined to be safe for use on the front

passenger seat.

The indicator light shows whether the air-

bag is activated or deactivated.

After drive-ready state is turned on, the

indicator light illuminates briefly and then

shows whether the airbag is activated or

deactivated.

–

Do not place objects under the seat that

can press against the seat from below.

Sit upright in the seat with the back

against the backrest.

Sit down with your feet touching the

floor.

Installing child restraint systems

To ensure that occupants on the front pass-

enger seat are detected properly, note the

following:

–

Pay attention to the specifications and

the operating and safety information of

the child restraint system manufacturer

when using child restraint systems.

Make sure that the seat surface of the

child restraint system rests as flat as

possible on the seat surface.

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Display

Function

Collision warning systems

The indicator light is con-

tinuously illuminated when

the seat is not occupied or

when a child is detected

on the seat in a provided

child restraint system as in-

tended. The airbag on the

front passenger's side is not

activated.

Principle

The Intelligent Safety systems can help pre-

vent an impending collision. To do so, the

area around the vehicle is monitored by var-

ious sensors.

Depending on vehicle equipment, various

safety and warning systems are available:

–

Forward Collision Mitigation with brake

intervention, refer to page 167.

The indicator light does

not illuminate when, for in-

stance, a correctly seated

person of sufficient size

is detected on the seat.

The airbag on the front pas-

senger's side is activated.

–

The exit warning, refer to page 176.

The Lane Departure Warning, refer to

page 178.

–

The Lane Change Warning, refer to

page 182.

The rear-cCollision warning, refer to

page 184.

When the front passenger seat is occupied,

check the indicator light in the headliner

before and while driving.

The Intelligent Safety systems can be ac-

tivated or deactivated on the Interaction

Unit. Some functions, e.g., warning times,

can be configured.

Fault of the automatic deactivation

system

For adolescents and adults, the front pass-

enger airbag may deactivate in certain seat

positions. In this case, the indicator light

for the front passenger airbag illuminates in

the headliner.

Safety information

Warning

The system cannot serve as a substitute

for the driver’s personal judgment in as-

sessing the traffic situation. Based on the

limits of the system, it cannot independ-

ently react to all traffic situations. There

is a risk of accident, injury, or property

damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con-

ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit-

uation closely, be ready to take over steer-

ing and braking at any time, and actively

intervene where appropriate.

In this case, change the seat position so

that the front passenger airbag activates

and the indicator light goes out.

If it is not possible to activate the airbags,

have the person sit in the rear seat.

Occupancy detection

The occupant detection system satisfies the

legal requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle

Safety Standard FMVSS 208 and deactivates

the front passenger airbag under certain

conditions.

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Warning

Safety

Go through the menu as follows:

Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and

warnings" / "Reset".

Indicators and warnings cannot serve as

a substitute for the driver’s personal judg-

ment. Due to its limits, the system may not

issue warnings or responses, or these may

be issued late or in a manner that is not

consistent with their normal use. There

is a risk of accident, injury, or property

damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con-

ditions. Watch surrounding traffic closely

and actively intervene where appropriate

System limits

Safety information

Warning

Because of system limitations, this system

may either not respond, or respond too

late, incorrectly, or without cause. There

is a risk of accident, injury, or property

damage. Actively intervene as warranted.

Refer to the information in this Owner’s

Manual regarding the scope of the sys-

tem’s operation and limitations.

Sensors

Depending on vehicle equipment, the Intel-

ligent Safety systems are controlled by the

following sensors:

–

Camera behind the windshield.

Front radar sensor.

Detection capability

The detection capability of the collision

warning systems is limited.

Side radar sensors, rear.

Additional information:

Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 34.

The system only takes into account objects

that are located in the detection range of

the installed sensors and are detected by

the system.

Activating/deactivating/adjusting

Intelligent Safety systems

1. To activate/deactivate Intelligent Safety

systems or configure settings, go

through the menu as follows: Apps

menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /

"Driver Assistance" / "Safety and

warnings".

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the

area is monitored by cameras or radar sen-

sors. Thus, a system response might not

come or might come late.

System limits of the sensors

2. Select the desired settings.

The Intelligent Safety systems may be re-

stricted by the system limits of the sensors.

Depending on national-market version,

some Intelligent Safety Systems are auto-

matically activated whenever you start driv-

ing.

Additional information:

Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 34.

Resetting the settings

The settings of the collision warning sys-

tems can be reset to the default settings at

vehicle outbound delivery.

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Forward Collision Mitigation

with brake intervention

Warning

The system cannot serve as a substitute

for the driver’s personal judgment in as-

sessing the traffic situation. Based on the

limits of the system, it cannot independ-

ently react to all traffic situations. There

is a risk of accident, injury, or property

damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con-

ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit-

uation closely, be ready to take over steer-

ing and braking at any time, and actively

intervene where appropriate.

Principle

Forward Collision Mitigation with brake in-

tervention can help to prevent accidents

within a certain speed range. To do so, the

area around the vehicle is monitored by var-

ious sensors.

If an accident cannot be avoided, the sys-

tem can help reduce the severity of the ac-

cident. The system can issue a warning of

a possible risk of collision and activate the

brakes independently, if needed. You can

cancel automatic brake intervention man-

ually, e.g., by actively moving the steering

wheel.

Warning

Indicators and warnings cannot serve as

a substitute for the driver’s personal judg-

ment. Due to its limits, the system may not

issue warnings or responses, or these may

be issued late or in a manner that is not

consistent with their normal use. There

is a risk of accident, injury, or property

damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con-

ditions. Watch surrounding traffic closely

and actively intervene where appropriate

Depending on vehicle equipment, the For-

ward Collision Mitigation system includes

the following functions:

–

The Rear-end collision warning func-

tion, refer to page 170.

The oncoming traffic warning function,

refer to page 171.

The oncoming traffic warning function

when turning, refer to page 172.

The pedestrian warning function, refer

to page 173.

Sensors

The intersection warning function, refer

to page 174.

Depending on vehicle equipment, the For-

ward Collision Mitigation system is control-

led by the following sensors:

The Evasion Assistant, refer to

page 175.

–

Camera behind the windshield.

Front radar sensor.

Forward Collision Mitigation can be acti-

vated or deactivated using the Interaction

Unit. You can also configure the warning

time. Various indicator lights and warning

lights are displayed on the Interaction Unit

depending on the collision risk detected.

Additional information:

Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 34.

Speed range

The Forward Collision Mitigation system is-

sues a warning for a possible risk of colli-

sion at speeds above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h.

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If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.

155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deacti-

vated temporarily.

Setting the warning time for

Forward Collision Mitigation

You can configure the warning time at

which Forward Collision Mitigation should

issue a warning.

Some functions are deactivated earlier.

The system is enabled as soon as the speed

drops below this value again.

1. Go through the menu as follows:

Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety

and warnings" / "Forward Collision

Mitigation".

Activating/deactivating the

Forward Collision Mitigation

Automatic activation of system

2. Select the desired setting.

Depending on national-market version, the

Forward Collision Mitigation is automati-

cally activated whenever you start driving.

The more sensitive the warning time is set

to be, the more warnings will be displayed.

The system can therefore also issue more

early or unfounded warnings and reactions.

Activating the system manually

The Forward Collision Mitigation is acti-

vated by setting the warning time.

Interaction Unit view

Forward Collision Mitigation is shown on

the Interaction Unit and, depending on ve-

hicle equipment, Head-up display by the fol-

lowing indicator lights and warning lights:

Additional information:

Set the warning time for Forward Collision

Mitigation, refer to page 168.

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Meaning

Deactivating the system manually

Risk of collision with a person,

e.g., a pedestrian.

Depending on national-market version, you

must significantly reduce your vehicle's

speed or stop your vehicle in order to de-

activate the Forward Collision Mitigation

manually. Forward Collision Mitigation is

deactivated on the Interaction Unit.

Risk of collision, for instance with

an oncoming or a vehicle driving

ahead.

It may be necessary to successively confirm

this deactivation on the Interaction Unit.

Risk of collision, e.g., with a vehi-

cle crossing from the right.

Go through the menu as follows:

Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and

warnings" / "Forward Collision Mitigation" /

"Off".

Risk of collision, e.g., with a vehi-

cle crossing from the left.

General risk of collision.

Indicator lights and warning lights may be

displayed differently since the system has

detected multiple objects.

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cient force, releasing the brake pedal, or by

actively steering.

Warning function

The Forward Collision Mitigation warns on

different warning levels, depending on the

respective hazardous situation.

Depending on the equipment and situation,

the brake intervention can occur up to ap-

prox. 155 mph/250 km/h.

In the event of a prewarning, a warning

light illuminates red. In the event of an

acute warning, a warning light flashes red

and a warning tone sounds.

At speeds above approx.

130 mph/210 km/h, only a brief brake in-

tervention will occur.

In the event of a system warning, the driver

must intervene immediately and in accord-

ance with the situation.

System limits

Safety information

–

Red warning light illuminates:

A hazardous situation has been de-

tected. Increased awareness is required.

Warning

Because of system limitations, this system

may either not respond, or respond too

late, incorrectly, or without cause. There

is a risk of accident, injury, or property

damage. Actively intervene as warranted.

Refer to the information in this Owner’s

Manual regarding the scope of the sys-

tem’s operation and limitations.

Red warning light flashes:

There is a risk of collision. Intervene

immediately.

A warning signal sounds:

There is a risk of collision. Intervene

immediately.

Automatic brake intervention:

Depending on the equipment and situa-

tion in case of risk of imminent colli-

sion, the system can also intervene with

an automatic brake intervention and

automatically decelerate the vehicle, if

necessary, to a complete stop.

Detection capability

The detection capability of the Forward Col-

lision Mitigation is restricted.

The system only takes into account objects

that are located in the detection range of

the installed sensors and are detected by

the system.

When the brake pedal is depressed quickly

and hard, the maximum brake power of the

vehicle is used.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the

area is monitored by cameras or radar sen-

sors. Thus, a system response might not

come or might come late.

Automatic brake intervention

If there is a risk of collision, the Forward

Collision Mitigation system can assist with

an automatic brake intervention, if neces-

sary.

System limits of the sensors

Forward Collision Mitigation may be re-

stricted by the system limits of the sensors.

When the vehicle is traveling at a low

speed, the vehicle may come to a complete

stop.

Additional information:

Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 34.

A brake intervention can be canceled by

depressing the accelerator pedal with suffi-

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Functional limitations

The Forward Collision Mitigation system

may be limited in the following situations:

–

In tight curves.

With limitation of the driving stability

control systems.

–

Up to 10 seconds after drive-ready state

is turned on via the Start/Stop switch.

The sensors detect the traffic situation in

their detection range.

Also, do not use Forward Collision Mitiga-

tion when towing.

Safety information

Follow the safety information in Chapter

“Forward Collision Mitigation”.

Warning function in rear-end

collision situations

Principle

Speed range

To warn the driver of a possible risk of col-

lision, the Rear Collision Warning function

displays a warning light on the Interaction

Unit and brakes automatically when neces-

sary. You can cancel automatic brake inter-

vention manually, e.g., by actively moving

the steering wheel.

The rear-end collision warning function

is activated when your vehicle speed is

greater than approx. 3 mph/5 km/h.

Interaction Unit view

If there is a risk of collision with a detected

vehicle, a warning light is shown on the In-

teraction Unit and Head-up display, depend-

ing on vehicle equipment.

In the event of an accident, the system

helps by reducing impact speed.

The time of warnings may vary depending

on the current driving situation.

Icon

Meaning

Forward Collision Warning with a

detected vehicle.

The system considers the driver’s vehicle

handling when responding. If an active driv-

ing style is detected, warnings and brake

interventions occur less frequently.

General risk of collision.

Warning function

The rear-end collision warning function is-

sues warnings on different levels, depend-

ing on the respective hazard situation. This

system prompts the driver to intervene

manually.

Additional information:

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Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to

page 167.

System limits

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Forward

Collision Mitigation" chapter.

The sensors detect the traffic situation in

their detection range.

Detection range

With the rear-end collision warning func-

tion, the following may not be detected or

may be detected only with a delay in the

detection range of the sensors, e.g.:

Safety information

Follow the safety information in Chapter

“Forward Collision Mitigation”.

–

Preceding vehicle driving slowly and be-

ing approached at high speed.

Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front

of you, or strongly decelerating vehicles.

Speed range

The oncoming traffic warning is activated

when your vehicle speed is greater than ap-

prox. 3 mph/5 km/h.

Vehicles with unusual rear designs.

Warning function for oncom-

ing traffic

Interaction Unit view

If there is a risk of collision with a detected

vehicle, a warning light is shown on the In-

teraction Unit and Head-up display, depend-

ing on vehicle equipment.

Principle

To warn the driver of a possible risk of col-

lision with oncoming traffic, the Oncoming

Traffic Warning function displays a warn-

ing light on the Interaction Unit and brakes

automatically when necessary. You can can-

cel automatic brake intervention manually,

e.g., by actively moving the steering wheel.

Icon

Meaning

Oncoming traffic warning when a

vehicle is detected.

General risk of collision.

In the event of an accident, the system

helps by reducing impact speed.

Warning function

The time of warnings may vary depending

on the current driving situation.

The oncoming traffic warning function is-

sues warnings on different levels, depend-

ing on the respective hazard situation. This

system prompts the driver to intervene

manually.

In case of a possible risk of collision, a

brake intervention is triggered.

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Additional information:

Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to

page 167.

System limits

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Forward

Collision Mitigation" chapter.

The sensors detect the traffic situation in

their detection range.

Detection range

With the oncoming traffic warning func-

tion, the following may not be detected or

may be detected only with a delay in the

detection range of the sensors, e.g.:

Safety information

Follow the safety information in Chapter

“Forward Collision Mitigation”.

–

Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.

Vehicles with an unusual front view.

Speed range

The warning function for turning is acti-

vated when your vehicle speed is greater

than approx. 3 mph/5 km/h.

Warning function for turning

with oncoming traffic

This system reacts when your vehicle speed

is less than approx. 15 mph/25 km/h.

Principle

Interaction Unit view

To warn the driver of a possible risk of

collision with oncoming traffic when turn-

ing, the Oncoming Traffic Warning function

displays a warning light on the Interaction

Unit and brakes automatically when neces-

sary. You can cancel automatic brake inter-

vention manually, e.g., by actively moving

the steering wheel.

If there is a risk of collision with a detected

vehicle, a warning light is shown on the In-

teraction Unit and Head-up display, depend-

ing on vehicle equipment.

Icon

Meaning

Oncoming traffic warning when a

vehicle is detected.

In the event of an accident, the system

helps by reducing impact speed.

General risk of collision.

The time of warnings may vary depending

on the current driving situation.

Warning function

The warning function for turning with on-

coming traffic issues warnings on different

levels, depending on the respective hazard.

This system prompts the driver to intervene

manually.

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Additional information:

Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to

page 167.

System limits

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Forward

Collision Mitigation" chapter.

The sensors detect the traffic situation in

their detection range on a straight road.

Detection range

With the warning function for turning with

oncoming traffic, the following may not be

detected or may be detected only with a

delay in the detection range of the sensors,

e.g.:

–

Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.

Vehicles that are hidden by other vehi-

cles.

–

Vehicles with an unusual front view.

In addition, the sensors detect the traffic

situation in their detection range when

turning.

Warning function for pedes-

trians

Safety information

Follow the safety information in Chapter

“Forward Collision Mitigation”.

Principle

To warn the driver of a possible risk of

collision with a pedestrian, the Pedestrian

Warning function displays a warning light

on the Interaction Unit and brakes automat-

ically when necessary. You can cancel auto-

matic brake intervention manually, e.g., by

actively moving the steering wheel.

Speed range

The Pedestrian Warning function is acti-

vated when your vehicle speed is greater

than approx. 3 mph/5 km/h.

Depending on vehicle equipment, this sys-

tem reacts when your vehicle speed is less

than approx. 50 mph/80 km/h.

The system issues warnings for speeds that

are common in towns and cities.

In the event of an accident, the system

helps by reducing impact speed.

Interaction Unit view

If there is a risk of collision with a detected

pedestrian or cyclist, a warning light is

shown on the Interaction Unit and Head-up

display, depending on vehicle equipment.

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Safety

–

Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.

Icon

Pedestrians that are not detected as

such because of their contour or pos-

ture.

Risk of collision with a person,

e.g., a pedestrian.

–

Pedestrians who are too small for the

sensors to detect.

General risk of collision.

Warning function at intersec-

tions

Warning function

The Pedestrian Warning system issues

warnings on different levels, depending on

the respective hazard situation. This system

prompts the driver to intervene manually.

Principle

To warn the driver of a possible risk of colli-

sion with crossing traffic, the Intersection

Warning function displays a warning light

on the Interaction Unit and brakes automat-

ically when necessary. You can cancel auto-

matic brake intervention manually, e.g., by

actively moving the steering wheel.

Additional information:

Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to

page 167.

System limits

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Forward

Collision Mitigation" chapter.

At intersections and junctions, this system

issues warnings for speeds that are common

in towns and cities.

In the event of an accident, the system

helps by reducing impact speed.

Detection range

The time of warnings may vary depending

on the current driving situation.

With the Pedestrian Warning, the sensor

detection range consists of the following:

–

From the middle area directly in front of

vehicle, arrow 1.

The sensors detect the traffic situation in

their detection range.

–

From the enlarged area to the right and

left of the middle area, arrows 2.

Vehicles crossing your driving direction can

be detected by the system as soon as these

vehicles enter into detection range of the

sensors.

The following situations may not be de-

tected, for instance:

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Safety information

With the Intersection Warning function,

the following may not be detected or may

be detected only with a delay in the detec-

tion range of the sensors, e.g.:

Follow the safety information in Chapter

“Forward Collision Mitigation”.

Speed range

The Intersection Warning is activated when

your vehicle speed is greater than approx.

3 mph/5 km/h.

–

Crossing vehicles when they are hidden,

e.g. by buildings.

–

Vehicles with an unusual side view.

The system responds to crossing vehicles

when the vehicle speed is below approx.

50 mph/80 km/h.

Vehicles in highly dynamic driving sit-

uations.

Interaction Unit view

Evasion Assistant

If there is a risk of collision with a detected

vehicle, a warning light is shown on the In-

teraction Unit and Head-up display, depend-

ing on vehicle equipment.

Principle

The Evasion Assistant can help the driver

perform evasive maneuvers in certain situa-

tions, e.g., when obstacles or pedestrians

appear suddenly. This system intervenes ac-

tively to assist the driver if it is possible to

make an evasive maneuver to the side.

Icon

Meaning

Risk of collision with vehicle

crossing from the right.

If the system detects sufficient free space

alongside the vehicle, it helps the driver

perform an evasive maneuver safely.

Risk of collision with vehicle

crossing from the left.

General risk of collision.

This system warns the driver of a possible

risk of collision by displaying various warn-

ing lights on the Interaction Unit.

Warning function

The Intersection Warning system issues

warnings on different levels, depending on

the respective hazard. This system prompts

the driver to intervene manually.

Additional information:

Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to

page 167.

The sensors monitor and detect the clear-

ance in front of the vehicle. Depending on

the vehicle equipment, the areas next to the

vehicle are also monitored.

System limits

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Forward

Collision Mitigation" chapter.

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The system is designed to provide assis-

tance during evasive maneuvers when there

is a risk of collision.

Safety information

Follow the safety information in Chapter

“Forward Collision Mitigation”.

The Evasion Assistant is signaled by a mes-

sage on the Interaction Unit and Head-up

display, depending on vehicle equipment.

Functional requirements

The following functional requirements apply

for the Evasion Assistant:

System limits

–

Forward Collision Mitigation is active.

Sensors have detected sufficient clear-

ance around the vehicle.

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Forward

Collision Mitigation" chapter.

Speed range

Detection range

The Evasion Assistant helps the driver

when the vehicle speed is between approx.

19 mph/30 km/h to 100 mph/160 km/h.

With the Evasion Assistant, the following

may not be detected in the sensor detection

range, e.g.:

Interaction Unit view

–

Preceding vehicle driving slowly and be-

ing approached at high speed.

If there is a risk of collision with a detected

vehicle or person, e.g., a pedestrian, a warn-

ing light is shown on the Interaction Unit

and Head-up display, depending on vehicle

equipment.

–

Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front

of you, or strongly decelerating vehicles.

–

Vehicles with unusual rear designs.

Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you.

Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.

Icon

Meaning

Warning when a vehicle is de-

tected.

Pedestrians that are not detected as

such because of their contour or pos-

ture.

Risk of collision with a pedes-

trian.

–

Pedestrians who are too small for the

sensors to detect.

Risk of collision with unknown

obstacle.

Exit warning

Warning function with evasion

support

Principle

The exit warning helps to avoid accidents.

If the vehicle approaches another object at

a high differential speed, a warning is dis-

played if there is an immediate risk of colli-

sion.

The system monitors the vehicle's surround-

ings for a limited time after you get in

or park. When opening doors, vehicle occu-

pants are then warned if a risk of collision

with an approaching object is detected.

Intervene in case of a warning.

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A possible risk of collision is indicated by

various warnings, e.g., warning light on the

exterior mirror and a warning tone.

Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Exit

warning" / "Off".

Configuring the exit warning

The warning light in the exterior mirror

gives warnings at different levels.

1. To configure the Exit Warning, go

through the menu as follows: Apps

menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /

"Driver Assistance" / "Safety and

warnings" / "Exit warning".

2. Select the desired setting.

Turning the warning signal on/off

To turn the Exit Warning tone on/off, go

through the menu as follows: Apps menu /

"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver

Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Exit

warning" / "Warning tone".

The sensors monitor the area behind the

vehicle.

The exit warning can be activated or deacti-

vated on the Interaction Unit. This warning

function can also be configured.

Displays

Warning light in exterior mirror

Safety information

Follow the safety information in the "For-

ward Collision Mitigation" chapter.

Sensors

The Exit Warning is controlled by the side,

rear radar sensors.

Activating/deactivating the exit

warning

The warning light in the exterior mirror

warns of a possible collision with a detected

vehicle.

Automatic activation of system

The exit warning activates automatically

whenever you start driving if this function

was switched on when you completed your

last trip.

Ambient light

Depending on the equipment, warnings are

also indicated by the ambient light in the

interior.

Deactivating the system manually

To deactivate the Exit Warning, go through

the menu as follows: Apps menu /

"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver

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Prewarning

Lane Departure Warning with

active return

In the event of a prewarning for the Exit

Warning, the warning light on the exterior

mirror illuminates. Depending on the equip-

ment, the ambient light also flashes.

Principle

The Lane Departure Warning system with

active return alerts the driver when their

vehicle is about to leave the road or lane.

An object was detected in the opening

area of the doors. Increased awareness is

required.

An automatic steering intervention helps to

keep the vehicle in its lane.

Acute warning

In the event of an acute Exit Warning, the

warning light on the exterior mirror flashes,

as does the ambient light, depending on ve-

hicle equipment. In addition, a warning tone

sounds.

There is a risk of collision when opening the

doors.

The sensors detect the traffic situation in

their detection range.

System limits

The Lane Departure Warning can be acti-

vated, deactivated, and configured on the

Interaction Unit.

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Collision

warning systems" chapter.

Warnings are displayed on the Interaction

Unit. In addition, the steering wheel vi-

brates at the set intensity.

Detection range

With the Exit Warning, the following may

not be identified in the sensor detection

range, e.g.:

If you set your turn signal for the corre-

sponding direction before leaving your lane,

no warnings are displayed.

–

Fully or partially hidden objects.

Stationary or very slow objects.

Pedestrians.

Safety information

Warning

Functional limitations

The system cannot serve as a substitute

for the driver’s personal judgment in as-

sessing road and traffic situations. There

is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to

traffic conditions. Watch surrounding traf-

fic closely and actively intervene where

The exit warning system may be restricted

in the following situations:

–

The speed of an approaching vehicle is

too fast or too slow.

–

In curves.

In case of fully or partially hidden ob-

jects.

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appropriate Do not jerk the steering wheel

in response to a warning.

Activating the system manually

The Lane Departure Warning is activated

by setting the warning time.

Additional information:

Warning

Configuring the Lane Departure Warning,

refer to page 179.

Indicators and warnings cannot serve as

a substitute for the driver’s personal judg-

ment. Due to its limits, the system may not

issue warnings or responses, or these may

be issued late or in a manner that is not

consistent with their normal use. There

is a risk of accident, injury, or property

damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con-

ditions. Watch surrounding traffic closely

and actively intervene where appropriate

Deactivating the system manually

Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version, deactivation of the

Lane Departure Warning must be con-

firmed successively on the Interaction Unit.

Go through the menu as follows:

Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and

warnings" / "Lane Departure Warning" /

"Off".

Functional requirement

For the Lane Departure Warning to acti-

vate, the camera must detect the lane boun-

dary.

Setting Lane Departure Warning

The Lane Departure Warning menu can be

used to configure this function and specify

when it should issue warnings.

Speed range

The Lane Departure Warning is activated

when your vehicle exceeds a given mini-

mum speed. The minimum speed is coun-

try-specific and displayed on the Interaction

Unit.

1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps

menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /

"Driver Assistance" / "Safety and

warnings" / "Lane Departure Warning".

2. Select the desired setting.

–

"Enhanced"

Sensors

If the system detects that your vehi-

cle is about to leave your lane or

cross a lane marking, a warning is

issued. The system performs a steer-

ing intervention.

Depending on vehicle equipment, the Lane

Departure Warning system is controlled by

the following sensors:

–

Camera behind the windshield.

Front radar sensor.

–

"In dangerous situations"

A warning is issued if the system

detects that the vehicle is about to

inadvertently cross a lane marking,

or if the sensors detect an oncoming

vehicle. A steering intervention is

performed.

Activating/deactivating the Lane

Departure Warning

Automatic activation of system

Depending on national-market version, the

system is automatically activated whenever

you start driving.

Depending on national-market ver-

sion, with continuous lane markings:

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If the system detects that your vehi-

cle is about to inadvertently leave

your lane or cross a lane marking,

Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version, information for the

system is shown in Assisted View on the

a warning is issued. A steering inter- Interaction Unit.

vention is performed.

Additional information:

Assisted View, refer to page 145.

Setting the intensity of the steering

wheel vibration

Warning function

1. To adjust the steering wheel vibra-

tion intensity, go through the menu

as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" /

"Driving settings" / "Driver Assistance" /

"Feedback via steering wheel" /

"Vibration intensity".

If you leave the lane

If you leave the lane and if a lane boun-

dary has been detected, the steering wheel

vibrates in accordance with the steering

wheel vibration setting.

2. Select the desired setting.

In addition, the indicator light

flashes green.

The setting is applied to all collision warn-

ing systems.

When the turn signal is switched on in

the corresponding direction before chang-

ing the lane, a warning is not issued.

Depending on national-market

version: activate/deactivate

steering intervention

Depending on national-market version, the

Lane Departure Warning steering interven-

tion can be activated or deactivated.

Steering intervention

Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version: The Lane Departure

Warning system may intervene with an

active steering intervention in addition to

vibration if you cross a lane marking at

speeds up to 130 mph/210 km/h. The sys-

tem supports the driver in keeping the ve-

hicle within the lane. The steering interven-

tion can be noticed on the steering wheel

and can be manually overridden at any time.

Go through the menu as follows:

Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and

warnings" / "Lane Departure Warning" /

"Steering intervention".

Depending on the national-market version,

the steering intervention is automatically

active after every driving off.

When steering intervention is ac-

tive, the indicator light flashes

green.

Interaction Unit view

Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version, different warnings

for the Lane Departure Warning are dis-

played on the Interaction Unit.

For instance, the steering intervention will

be suppressed in the following situations:

–

With hard accelerating or braking.

When flashing.

Icon

Meaning

With hazard warning system switched

on.

Indicator light flashes green: Sys-

tem is performing a steering in-

tervention.

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In driving situation with high driving

dynamics.

–

Immediately following a steering inter-

vention by the vehicle systems.

While Dynamic Stability Control regu-

lates driving stability.

–

With manual steering intervention.

When another driver assistance system

is activated, if applicable.

While Dynamic Stability Control is lim-

ited.

–

When no lane markings are detected.

When the system limits are reached.

Immediately following a steering inter-

vention by the vehicle systems.

System limits

Warning signal

Depending on national-market version: An

acoustic warning will sound if the Lane

Departure Warning system performs mul-

tiple active steering interventions within

3 minutes and the driver does not operate

the steering wheel themselves during the

steering intervention(s). A short warning

signal will sound at the second steering in-

tervention. Beginning with the third steer-

ing intervention, a continuous warning will

sound.

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Collision

warning systems" chapter.

Functional limitations

The Lane Departure Warning system may

be restricted in the following situations:

–

In the event of missing, worn, poorly

visible, merging, diverging, or multiple

lane boundaries such as in construction

areas.

In addition, a Check Control message is dis-

played.

–

With lane boundaries that are covered

in snow, ice, dirt or water.

The warning tone and Check Control mes-

sage advise the driver to pay closer atten-

tion to their lane.

–

In tight corners or on narrow roads.

With lane boundaries that are covered

by objects.

The extended warning tone stops when the

steering wheel is moved manually.

–

When driving very close to the vehicle

in front of you.

End of warning

Up to 10 seconds after drive-ready state

is turned on via the Start/Stop switch.

The warning or active steering intervention

will be canceled in the following situations,

for example:

While Dynamic Stability Control regu-

lates driving stability.

–

Automatically after a few seconds.

When returning to your own lane.

With hard accelerating or braking.

While Dynamic Stability Control is lim-

ited.

A Check Control message may be displayed

when the system is limited. A yellow warn-

ing light also illuminates, depending on na-

tional-market version.

With hazard warning system switched

on.

–

When flashing.

While Dynamic Stability Control regu-

lates driving stability.

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Active Blind Spot Detection

with active return

Active Blind Spot Detection is activated

when your vehicle exceeds a given mini-

mum speed. The minimum speed is country-

specific and displayed in the Active Blind

Spot Detection menu.

Principle

The Lane Change Warning system with ac-

tive return detects vehicles in your blind

spot or vehicles approaching from behind in

the adjacent lane.

When turning at a speed of up to approx.

12 mph/20 km/h, the steering wheel will

not vibrate.

An automatic steering intervention helps to

keep the vehicle in its lane.

This system is temporarily deacti-

vated at speeds greater than approx.

155 mph/250 km/h.

A possible risk of collision is indicated by

various warnings, e.g., signaled by warning

light on the exterior mirror.

If the vehicle speed falls below approx.

155 mph/250 km/h, the system is reacti-

vated.

Sensors

Active Blind Spot Detection is controlled by

the following sensors:

–

Camera behind the windshield.

Side radar sensors, rear.

Activating/deactivating the Lane

Change Warning

The sensors monitor the area behind and

next to the vehicle.

1. To activate/deactivate Active Blind Spot

Detection, go through the menu as fol-

lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety

and warnings" / "Active Blind Spot

Detection".

The system indicates whether there are ve-

hicles in your blind spot, arrow 1, or ap-

proaching from behind in an adjacent lane,

arrow 2. The warning light in the exterior

mirror illuminates dimly.

The system will warn in the previously

named situations prior to a lane change. The

warning light on the exterior mirror flashes

and the steering wheel vibrates at the set

intensity.

2. Select the desired setting.

Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version, Active Blind Spot De-

tection activates automatically whenever

you start driving.

Active Blind Spot Detection can be acti-

vated, deactivated, and configured on the

Interaction Unit.

Adjusting the Active Blind Spot

Detection

1. To configure Active Blind Spot De-

tection, go through the menu as fol-

lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety

Safety information

Follow the safety information in the "For-

ward Collision Mitigation" chapter.

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and warnings" / "Active Blind Spot

Detection".

Warning function

Warning light in exterior mirror

2. Select the desired setting.

You can configure how many warnings will

be shown. However, there may also be an

excess of unwarranted warnings of critical

situations.

Setting the intensity of the steering

wheel vibration

1. To adjust the steering wheel vibra-

tion intensity, go through the menu

as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" /

"Driving settings" / "Driver Assistance" /

"Feedback via steering wheel" /

"Vibration intensity".

The warning light in the exterior mirror

warns of a possible collision with a detected

vehicle.

2. Select the desired setting.

Prewarning

The setting is applied to all collision warn-

ing systems.

In the event of a prewarning for Active

Blind Spot Detection, the dimmed warning

light on the exterior mirror indicates when

vehicles are in your blind spot or approach-

ing from the rear.

Depending on national-market

version: activate/deactivate

steering intervention

Depending on national-market version, the

Lane Change Warning steering intervention

can be activated or deactivated.

Acute warning

When an acute warning is issued by Active

Blind Spot Detection, the steering wheel vi-

brates briefly. The warning light in the exte-

rior mirror flashes brightly.

Go through the menu as follows:

Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and

warnings" / "Active Blind Spot Detection" /

"Steering intervention".

An acute warning is issued if the following

conditions are met:

–

Another vehicle is located in the critical

area.

Your own vehicle is approaching the

other lane.

Depending on the system setting when

the turn signal is turned on.

The warning stops when the other vehicle

has left the critical area.

Steering intervention

Depending on national-market version:

The Active Blind Spot Detection system

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may perform an active steering inter-

vention when there is no response to

the steering wheel vibration and a lane

marking is crossed at speeds of up to

130 mph/210 km/h. The steering interven-

tion helps return the vehicle into the lane.

The steering intervention can be noticed

on the steering wheel and can be manually

overridden at any time.

–

With lane boundaries that are not white.

With lane boundaries that are covered

by objects.

–

When driving very close to the vehicle

in front of you.

–

If the camera is impaired.

Up to 10 seconds after drive-ready state

is turned on via the Start/Stop switch.

The steering intervention is carried out

from a minimum speed. This minimum

speed is displayed on the Interaction Unit.

A Check Control message may be displayed

when the system is limited. A yellow warn-

ing light also illuminates, depending on na-

tional-market version.

Warning light flashing

As a self-test of Active Blind Spot Detec-

tion, the warning light on the exterior mir-

ror flashes briefly when the vehicle is un-

locked.

Rear-end collision preparation

Principle

Depending on the equipment and national-

market version, the rear-end collision prep-

aration can react to vehicles approaching

from behind.

System limits

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Collision

warning systems" chapter.

Depending on the national-market version,

the hazard warning flashers are switched on

and PreCrash functions are triggered where

applicable if a vehicle approaching at a cer-

tain speed is detected.

Functional limitations

The Lane Change Warning system may be

restricted in the following situations:

–

When a vehicle is approaching at a

speed much faster than your own.

–

In tight corners or on narrow roads.

The bumper is dirty, iced up or covered,

for instance by stickers.

Depending on the national-market version,

the steering intervention e.g. in the follow-

ing situations:

The sensors monitor the area behind the

vehicle.

–

In the event of missing, worn, poorly

visible, merging, diverging, or multiple

lane boundaries such as in construction

areas.

The rear-end collision preparation function

is activated automatically when you start

driving and is deactivated automatically in

certain situations.

–

With lane boundaries that are covered

in snow, ice, dirt or water.

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Follow the safety information in the "For-

ward Collision Mitigation" chapter.

Sensors

The rear-end collision preparation function

is controlled by the side, rear radar sensors.

Activating/deactivating the rear-

collision warning

The sensors monitor the area behind the

vehicle.

The rear-collision warning is automatically

activated whenever you start driving.

The system displays a warning light on the

exterior mirror, for example, when other

road users are approaching.

The system is deactivated when reversing.

The cross traffic warning can be activated

or deactivated on the Interaction Unit.

System limits

General information

Follow the system limits in the "Collision

warning systems" chapter.

General information

Follow the information in the "Parking as-

sistance systems" chapter.

Functional limitations

Safety information

The rear-collision warning may be re-

stricted if the speed of the approaching ve-

hicle is much higher or similar to your own

speed.

Warning

The system cannot serve as a substitute

for the driver’s personal judgment in as-

sessing the traffic situation. Based on the

limits of the system, it cannot independ-

ently react to all traffic situations. There

is a risk of accident, injury, or property

damage. Adjust driving style to traffic con-

ditions. Watch the surrounding traffic sit-

uation closely, be ready to take over steer-

ing and braking at any time, and actively

intervene where appropriate.

Cross Traffic Warning with

brake intervention

Principle

The Cross Traffic Warning with brake in-

tervention helps the driver by providing

visual and acoustic warnings when driving

through confusing exits or pulling out of

perpendicular parking spaces.

Sensors

The system detects road users approaching

from the side earlier than would be possible

from the driver’s seat.

The Cross Traffic Warning system is con-

trolled by the side, rear radar sensors.

If there is a risk of collision when reversing,

this system provides assistance by perform-

ing an automatic brake intervention.

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view, an acoustic signal may sound, and the

warning light on the exterior mirror flashes.

Activating/deactivating Cross

Traffic Warning

The system must be activated on the Inter-

action Unit for the Cross Traffic Warning

and brake intervention to switch on auto-

matically.

When a brake intervention is performed, a

message displays on the Interaction Unit

then closes after a short time.

Visual warning

1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps

menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /

"Driver Assistance" / "Parking".

Warning light in exterior mirror

2. Select the desired setting, depending on

vehicle equipment:

–

"Rear warning"

"Brake intervention at rear"

Turning on the cross traffic

warning automatically

The Cross Traffic Warning must be acti-

vated on the Interaction Unit. The system

turns on automatically as soon as Park Dis-

tance Control or a camera view activates

and you engage a gear position.

The warning light in the exterior mirror

flashes if the rear sensors detect other vehi-

cles when the vehicle is reversing.

Display in the Park Distance Control view

If reverse gear is engaged, the rear system

is switched on.

Depending on the national-market version,

the system is automatically active when the

vehicle is started.

Turning off the cross traffic

warning automatically

The Cross Traffic Warning switches off au-

tomatically in the following situations, for

example:

In the Park Distance Control view, the re-

spective boundary area flashes red if vehi-

cles are detected by the sensors.

–

When walking speed is exceeded.

When a certain distance covered is ex-

ceeded.

Warning function

General information

With the Cross Traffic Warning, the In-

teraction Unit displays the corresponding

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Drive Recorder

Principle

The Drive Recorder stores brief video re-

cordings your vehicle's surroundings, e.g.,

to document surrounding traffic. To do so,

the system must be activated on the Inter-

action Unit before using it for the first time.

The Interaction Unit can be used to config-

ure video recording settings, e.g., recording

type and duration.

The respective boundary area, arrow 1, in

the camera image flashes red if vehicles are

detected by the sensors.

Video recordings can be saved in different

ways:

Yellow lines, arrow 2, mark the bumper of

your own vehicle.

–

Automatic storage of recordings makes

it possible to document the vehicle acci-

dent or theft using the corresponding

recording type configured.

Acoustic warning

In addition to the visual warning of the

Cross Traffic Warning function, an acoustic

signal sounds if your vehicle moves in the

corresponding direction.

–

Saving recordings manually helps you

document traffic situations using your

set recording type.

Depending on vehicle equipment, video re-

cordings can be saved directly to a mobile

device, e.g., a smartphone or USB stick.

Depending on the national-market version,

the signal tone will already sound when the

gear position is engaged.

Assistance system cameras are used to re-

cord, e.g., panorama view cameras.

System limits

In addition, the following parameters are

stored for the trip:

System limits of the sensors

The Cross Traffic Warning may be re-

stricted by the system limits of the sensors.

–

Date.

Time.

Speed.

Additional information:

GPS coordinates.

Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 34.

Data protection

Functional limitations

The Drive Recorder is permitted to record

and evaluate video recordings in accordance

with applicable regulations of the country

in which the system is to be used. The user

is responsible for the use of the system and

compliance with respective applicable regu-

lations.

The Cross Traffic Warning system may be

restricted in the following situations:

–

In tight curves.

Crossing objects are moving at a very

slow or a very fast speed.

–

Other objects that hide cross traffic are

in the capture range of the sensors.

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The vehicle manufacturer recommends that

you verify there are no statutory or regu-

latory restrictions on using the system in

your region or country prior to initial use.

In addition, the laws with respect to use

of the system should be verified in regular

intervals, especially when borders are fre-

quently crossed.

Activating/deactivating the Drive

Recorder

The Drive Recorder must be activated on

the Interaction Unit before using the re-

cording function for the first time.

1. Go to the Apps menu.

2. "All"

Other drivers of the vehicle must be in-

formed about the system. In addition, you

should inform others about the system

when giving them the vehicle.

3. "Drive Recorder"

4. Accept the Privacy Policy.

5. "Settings"

6. "Allow recording"

7. Select the desired setting.

Functional requirements

The following functional requirements apply

for the Drive Recorder:

Recording functions

–

Standby or drive-ready state is switched

on.

Starting/stopping an automatic

recording

If the vehicle sensors detect an accident or

theft, the Drive Recorder starts recording

automatically and then saves this recording.

–

The Drive Recorder is activated.

The Privacy Policy has been accepted.

The recording type has been selected.

The recording duration has been se-

lected.

–

In the event of an accident, the Drive

Recorder saves recordings up to 30 sec-

onds before and after storage is trig-

gered.

The following functional requirements apply

when using the theft alert:

–

The theft notification was activated in

the Data Protection menu or in the

Drive Recorder menu.

–

In the event of theft, the Drive Recorder

saves recordings after being triggered.

Recordings are stored depending on the

setting selected for recording duration.

–

Data transfer is activated.

The MINI app is installed on the mobile

device.

When the alarm system is triggered, a

message is sent to the MINI app.

–

The MINI app is linked to the MINI Con-

nected account.

After saving the recording, the reduced

quality video can be downloaded to a

mobile device.

The Privacy Policy has been accepted.

If the vehicle accelerates rapidly, an auto-

matic recording may be taken.

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shown when the parking brake is applied

or selector lever position P is engaged.

Manual recording

Via the button

1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps

menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" /

"Recordings".

2. Select the desired recording.

3. If necessary, select the camera.

Settings

Recording type

1. To select the recording type for Drive

Recorder, go through the menu as

follows: Apps menu / "All" / "Drive

Recorder" / "Settings".

To start a manual recording with the

Drive Recorder, press and hold the

Park Assist key on the switch clus-

ter.

2. Select the desired setting.

Recordings are made for the set recording

time or can be ended manually on the Inter-

action Unit.

Recording time

1. To configure the recording time for

Drive Recorder, go through the menu

as follows: Apps menu / "All" / "Drive

Recorder" / "Settings".

Via the Interaction Unit

To start recording with Drive Recorder in

the vehicle, go through the menu as follows:

Apps menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" / "Start

recording" / "(vehicle)".

2. Select the desired setting.

Recording on a mobile device

General information

The length of the video that can be stored

depends on the available memory capacity

on the mobile device.

Recordings are made for the set recording

time and can be stopped manually by rese-

lecting the menu item on the Interaction

Unit.

The system saves recordings up to 30 sec-

onds before and after storage is triggered.

Functional requirements

Recording playback and

administration

Video recordings saved by the Drive Re-

corder can be played, exported, and deleted.

When recording on a mobile device, the

following functional requirements apply for

the Drive Recorder:

–

The Privacy Policy has been accepted.

The Drive Recorder is activated.

For your own safety, video recordings

are only shown on the Interaction Unit

if the vehicle speed is below approx.

2 mph/3 km/h. Depending on national-mar-

ket version, video recordings are only

When sending recordings to a mobile de-

vice, the following functional requirements

apply for the Drive Recorder:

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–

Depending on vehicle equipment, pair a

mobile device with the vehicle via Wi-Fi be established, theft alerts and video down-

If the internet connection is weak or cannot

and Bluetooth audio, or connect a USB

stick.

loads may be restricted or not available.

The quality of the Wi-Fi connection affects

whether recordings can be saved on your

smartphone. This function may be restricted

or not available if the connection is weak.

–

The MINI app is installed on the mobile

device.

The MINI app is linked to the MINI Con-

nected account.

The MINI app is permitted to access

your photo library.

Active Protection

Starting/ending recording

Principle

To start recording with Drive Recorder on

a mobile device, go through the menu as fol-

lows: Apps menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" /

"Start recording" / "(USB/MINI App)".

Active Protection prepares occupants and

the vehicle for a possible accident in critical

driving situations.

Depending on vehicle equipment and na-

tional-market version, this system consists

of various PreCrash functions.

Recordings can be stopped manually by re-

selecting the menu item on the Interaction

Unit.

Active Protection is used to detect certain

critical driving situations that might lead

to an accident. This includes the following

critical driving situations:

Cameras

Various Drive Recorder cameras can be se-

lected.

–

Emergency braking.

Severe understeering.

Severe oversteering.

1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps

menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" /

"Settings" / "Camera selection".

2. Select your desired camera.

General information

Certain functions of some vehicle systems

can lead to Active Protection being trig-

gered within their system limits:

System limits

In the event of a serious accident, the Drive

Recorder may not be able to store record-

ings if the damage to the vehicle is too

great or the power supply was interrupted.

–

Automatic brake intervention by For-

ward Collision Mitigation.

Brake power assistance provided by For-

ward Collision Mitigation.

With USB sticks that have repeatedly been

overwritten, it may only be possible to ex-

port recordings in a limited manner.

Detection of an impending rear collision

by the Rear-collision warning.

The preferred file system for USB storage

is NTFS. Other file systems may have limita-

tions.

In case of theft, the recording is only stored

automatically when the anti-theft warning

system has been triggered.

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Safety information

Harder vehicle deceleration

In certain situations, it may be necessary

to bring the vehicle to a stop more quickly

than with PostCrash iBrake automatic brak-

ing.

Warning

The system cannot serve as a substitute

for the driver’s personal judgment. Due to

the system limits, critical situations might

not be detected reliably or in time. There

is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to

traffic conditions. Watch surrounding traf-

fic closely and actively intervene where

appropriate

To do this, quickly apply extra force to

the brake. The brake pressure will then be

higher than the brake pressure generated

by automatic braking. Automatic braking

with PostCrash iBrake is canceled.

Abort automatic braking

It may be necessary to cancel PostCrash

iBrake automatic braking in certain situa-

tions, e.g., when making an evasive maneu-

ver.

PreCrash functions

Depending on vehicle equipment and re-

quirements, Active Protection activates the

following individual functions in critical

driving situations:

Automatic braking can be canceled by do-

ing as follows:

–

Automatic closing of the windows.

–

By depressing the brake pedal for

slightly longer.

The windows remain open with a small

gap.

–

By pressing the accelerator pedal for

slightly longer.

–

Automatic closing of the glass sunroof.

Automatic positioning of the backrest

for the front passenger seat.

Fatigue alert

Systems can be returned to the desired set-

tings following a critical driving situation

without accident.

Principle

The Fatigue Alert system can detect when

the driver is less alert using various criteria.

PostCrash iBrake

The Fatigue Alert break recommendation

function can detect driver fatigue, e.g., dur-

ing long, monotonous trips. If necessary,

the system will recommend that you take

a break. A notice is also displayed on the

Interaction Unit.

Principle

In certain accident situations, PostCrash

iBrake can automatically bring the vehicle

to a stop without any need for the driver

to intervene. This can reduce the risk of a

further collision.

The break recommendation can be config-

ured on the Interaction Unit.

After coming to a halt, the brake is released

automatically.

The driver can intervene manually to brake

the vehicle more sharply or cancel auto-

matic braking with PostCrash iBrake.

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Despite this function being off, some driver

assistance systems may issue break recom-

mendations.

Safety information

Warning

The system cannot serve as a substitute

for the driver’s personal judgment in as-

sessing one's physical state. An increasing

lack of alertness or fatigue may not be de-

tected or not be detected in time. There is

a risk of accident, injury, or property dam-

age. Make sure that the driver is rested

and alert. Adjust driving style to traffic

conditions.

Display

If the Fatigue Alert system detects that

the driver is paying less attention or has

become fatigued, a message is displayed on

the Interaction Unit recommending that the

driver take a break.

During the display, various settings can be

selected.

The system is reset approx. 45 minutes af-

ter parking the vehicle. A break recommen-

dation can only be displayed again after this

time has elapsed.

Break recommendation

Function

After starting a journey, the break recom-

mendation function is trained to the driver,

enabling it to detect decreasing alertness or

fatigue.

System limits

The Fatigue Alert system may be limited.

If the system is limited, either no warning

may be issued or an unwarranted warning

may be issued.

This process takes the following criteria

into account:

The break recommendation function may be

limited in the following situations:

–

Personal driving style, e.g., steering be-

havior.

–

If the time is set incorrectly.

–

Driving conditions, e.g., the time or du-

ration of the drive.

At a predominantly driven speed below

approx. 43 mph/70 km/h.

This function activates at speeds greater

than approx. 43 mph/70 km/h and can also

display a break recommendation.

–

With a sporty driving style such as dur-

ing rapid acceleration or when corner-

ing fast.

In active driving situations such as

when changing lanes frequently.

Setting break recommendation

The Distraction Warning from the Fatigue

Alert system can be turned on or off or con-

figured.

–

When the road condition is poor.

In the event of strong side winds.

1. Go through the menu as follows:

Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving

settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety

and warnings" / "Fatigue Alert".

2. Select the desired setting.

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