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Lamps CONTROLS 99> Turn on rear fog lamps:Press the switch downwardTo switch them off, press the switch upward or downward again.Front fog lampsThe

CONTROLS Lamps100MINI Roadster with semi-automatic convertible top> To switch on interior lamps:Press the switch toward the rear.> To switch on

Climate CONTROLS 101ClimateVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is des

CONTROLS Climate102Air conditioner1 Air flow rate2 Cooling function3 Recirculated-air mode4 Temperature5 Rear window defroster6 Air distribution7 Wind

Climate CONTROLS 103TemperatureTurn upward, red, to increase the temperature.Turn downward, blue, to decrease the temperature.Rear window defrosterThe

CONTROLS Climate104Comfortable interior climateAUTO program 2 offers the ideal air distribution and air flow rate for almost all conditions, refer to

Climate CONTROLS 105TemperatureSet the desired temperature individually.The automatic climate control achieves this temperature as quickly as possible

CONTROLS Climate106Ventilation1 Knob for continuous opening and closing2 Jet for direction of air flowOpening/closingTurn the knob.Direction of air fl

Practical interior accessories CONTROLS 107Practical interior accessoriesVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equip

CONTROLS Practical interior accessories108Connection for external audio deviceYou can connect an external audio device such as a CD or MP3 player and

AT A GLANCE Cockpit10CockpitVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is de

Practical interior accessories CONTROLS 109MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: lateral storage tray behind the seatsBriefcases, for example, can be placed here

CONTROLS Practical interior accessories110Connecting electrical appliancesIn your MINI, when the engine is running or if the ignition is switched on,

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DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving114Things to remember when drivingVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional

Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS 115Hot exhaust systemAs in all vehicles, extremely high tempera-tures are generated on the exhaust sys-te

DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving116Never drive with the clutch held down, with the transmission in neutral or with the engine switched off

Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS 117MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: opening for loadingAlways secure snowboards and similar items; otherwise, t

DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving118Split-folding rear seatsTo be able to transport larger objects, the rear backrest can be folded down.1.

Cockpit AT A GLANCE 111 Adjusting the exterior mirrors, folding them in and out 543 MINI Roadster, MINI Convertible: Always Open Timer 727 Ignition lo

Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS 119MINI Convertible:The permissible load is the sum of the occu-pants' weights and the weight of the

DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving120Always position and secure the cargo as described above, so that it cannot endan-ger the car's occ

Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS 121Avoid high engine speedsUse first gear only for driving off. In second and higher gears, accelerate sm

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NAVIGATION Navigation system124Navigation systemVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in t

Navigation system NAVIGATION 125To update1. Insert USB storage device with navigation data> Into the USB interface in the glove compartment> Int

NAVIGATION Destination entry126Destination entryGeneral informationIn entering your destination you can select from among the following options:> M

Destination entry NAVIGATION 127To enter spaces, if necessary:Select the symbol.4. If necessary, move the MINI joystick to the right and change to th

NAVIGATION Destination entry128Starting route guidance after entering the destination1. "Accept destination"2. "Start guidance" or

AT A GLANCE Cockpit12Displays1 Tachometer 70with indicator and warning lamps 132 Display for> Current vehicle speed 71> Indicator and warning la

Destination entry NAVIGATION 129Storing the positionYour current position can be stored in the address book.1. "Navigation"2. Open "Opt

NAVIGATION Destination entry130Editing a destinationDestinations can be edited, for example, to change the house number of an existing entry.1. "

Destination entry NAVIGATION 131> "At different location"> With active route guidance: "Along route"Starting the search for

NAVIGATION Destination entry1324. Select the destination with the cross-hairs.> Changing scale: turn the MINI joystick.> Moving map: move the MI

Destination entry NAVIGATION 1333. Say the name of the town/city or if neces-sary, spell at least the first three letters.Similar-sounding towns/citie

NAVIGATION Destination entry1343. "Add as another destination"4. Select the location where the intermediate destination is to be inserted.St

Route guidance NAVIGATION 135Route guidanceStarting route guidance1. "Navigation"2. "Enter address"3. Select the destination.4. &q

NAVIGATION Route guidance136> "Alternative routes": suggestions of additional alternate routes during route guidance.5. Select additional

Route guidance NAVIGATION 1371. "Navigation"2. "Route information"3. "New route for:"4. Turn the MINI joystick: enter th

NAVIGATION Route guidance138Planned routeAfter route guidance is started, the planned route is displayed on the map.Status boxesShow/hide: press the M

Cockpit AT A GLANCE 13Indicator and warning lampsThe conceptIndicator and warning lamps can light up in various combinations and colors in indicator a

Route guidance NAVIGATION 1393. "Arrow display on map"Destination guidance via voice instructions Switching voice instructions on/offThe voi

NAVIGATION Route guidance140A. Total Traffic Network, a division of Clear Chan-nel Broadcasting, Inc. ("Total Traffic Network") holds the ri

Route guidance NAVIGATION 141Traffic bulletins in the mapWhen the traffic info map is activated, the picture on the Control Display is switched to a g

NAVIGATION Route guidance142With particular hazards, e.g. objects on the road-way, a message is displayed without a possible alternate route.It is als

What to do if… NAVIGATION 143What to do if…What to do if…> The current position cannot be displayed?The position is in an unrecognized region, in a

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ENTERTAINMENT On/off and tone146On/off and toneVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in th

On/off and tone ENTERTAINMENT 147Adjusting volumeTurn the knob to the desired volume.The volume can also be adjusted on the steering wheel, refer to p

ENTERTAINMENT On/off and tone148Adjustments1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings".2. "Tone"3. "Volume

AT A GLANCE Cockpit14Around the center console1 Hazard warning flashers2 Speedometer with Control Display 123 Radio/CD4 Air conditioner or automatic c

Radio ENTERTAINMENT 149RadioVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is de

ENTERTAINMENT Radio1504. Select the frequency: turn the MINI joystick.To store the station: press the MINI joystick.Storing stations1. "Radio&quo

Radio ENTERTAINMENT 151When setting a station with a digital signal, it may be a few seconds until the station is repro-duced in digital quality.In ar

ENTERTAINMENT Radio152Navigation barManaging subscriptionClear reception is required for activating and deactivating channels. Reception is best when

Radio ENTERTAINMENT 153Using the onboard computer1. "Radio"2. "Satellite radio"3. Select "All channels" or the desired c

ENTERTAINMENT Radio154Accessing Time shift1. "Radio"2. "Satellite radio"3. "Replay - Time shift"> The red arrow indic

Radio ENTERTAINMENT 155Storing league or teamLeagues or teams can be added to the favorites from a selection list.1. "Radio"2. "Satelli

ENTERTAINMENT Radio156Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic Jump.Automatic updateAbout twice a year, Sirius carries out an update of the nam

CD player ENTERTAINMENT 157CD playerVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model ran

ENTERTAINMENT CD player1584. Select a track and press the MINI joystick.Displaying information about the trackIf information about a track has been st

Cockpit AT A GLANCE 155 Switches in the center console6 USB audio interface 1607 Buttons on the center console8 Changing to a different menu on the Co

External devices ENTERTAINMENT 159External devicesVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in

ENTERTAINMENT External devices160Adjusting volume1. "CD/Multimedia"2. "External devices" if applicable3. "AUX front"4. &

External devices ENTERTAINMENT 161Apple deviceA special adapter cable is available for connect-ing the Apple device. The adapter cable is required for

ENTERTAINMENT External devices1625. Select additional categories if desired.Not all categories need to be selected. For example, if all of the tracks

External devices ENTERTAINMENT 163NotesDo not subject the audio device to extreme environmental conditions, e.g. extremely high temperatures, refer to

ENTERTAINMENT External devices1646. Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on the device's display.The onboard computer or the device will prom

External devices ENTERTAINMENT 1654. Select the symbol.5. Select the desired track from the list.Playback menuDepending on the device, all functions

ENTERTAINMENT External devices166What to do if…Information about suitable devices is available at www.mini.com/connectivity.Suitable mobile phones, re

External devices ENTERTAINMENT 167Updating softwareThe software update can only be performed when stopped.1. Save the file for the software update in

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AT A GLANCE Cockpit16Around the headliner1 Indicator/warning lamp for front passenger airbags 942 Switch panelReading lamps 99MINI Roadster: interior

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COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth170Hands-free device BluetoothVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipm

Hands-free device Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 171> A number with at least 4 and at most 16 digits has been established as the Blue-tooth passkey. Only

COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth172> After identification, phone book entries are imported from the mobile phone and/or SIM card of the t

Hands-free device Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 173> It is possible that only the phone book entries of the mobile phone or the SIM card are transferred

COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth174Ending a callPress the button on the steering wheelor1. "Telephone"2. "End call"Ente

Hands-free device Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 175Establishing a conference callTwo calls can be connected to a single tele-phone conference call.1. Estab

COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth176RedialingGeneral informationThe list of dialed numbers in the telephone are transferred to the vehicle, d

Hands-free device Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 177Hands-free systemGeneral informationCalls being conducted using the hands-free sys-tem can be continued

COMMUNICATIONS Hands-free device Bluetooth178My contactsGeneral informationListing all contacts from the vehicle.Displaying contacts1. "Contacts&

Onboard computer AT A GLANCE 17Onboard computerVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in th

Hands-free device Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 179Selecting name sortingNames can be displayed in different orders.1. "My contacts"2. Open "

COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth180Mobile phone preparation BluetoothVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and o

Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 181NotesDo not expose your mobile phone to extreme ambient conditions, for example, very high tem-pe

COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth182Bluetooth audioUse a mobile phone as a telephone and as an audio device in the vehicle."Bluet

Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 183If pairing was successful, the mobile phone appears at the top of the list of mobile phones.If th

COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth184Activate and connect the mobile phone in vehicle, refer to page 182.The mobile phone is used as an

Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 185> The data volume of the phone book entry is too great, e.g. due to additionally stored inform

COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth186Rejecting a call"Reject"The caller is redirected to the mailbox if it has been activated

Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 187Establishing a conference callTwo calls can be connected to a single telephone conference call.1.

COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth1882. Select the symbol. Contact with more than one phone number. Select phone number, the connectio

AT A GLANCE Onboard computer18MINI joystick with buttonsSelecting menu items and carrying out settings.1. Turning 1 and pressing 2.2. Tilting in four

Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 189Deleting a single entry or all entriesDeleting entries depends upon the mobile phone.1. Highlight

COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth190Possible commandsHaving possible commands read aloud Press the button on the steering wheel.Possib

Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth COMMUNICATIONS 191Selecting an entryAdjusting volumeTurn knob during announcement.> The volume remains the same,

COMMUNICATIONS Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth192Inserting mobile phone1. Depending on the mobile phone, it may be necessary to remove the protecti

Office COMMUNICATIONS 193OfficeVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is

COMMUNICATIONS Office194ContactsGeneral informationContacts can be created and edited. The con-tacts from the mobile phone are displayed as well if th

Office COMMUNICATIONS 195Checking the address as a destinationAn address that is to be used in route guidance must correspond to the navigation data s

COMMUNICATIONS Office196Displaying contact picturesPictures stored with contacts are stored in the vehicle when the mobile phone is connected to the v

Office COMMUNICATIONS 197Reading text messages aloudReading text messages aloud, refer to page 199.E-mailDisplaying e-mail1. "Office"2. &quo

COMMUNICATIONS Office198TasksDisplaying task listDisplay open tasks that must be completed within the next 90 days.1. "Office"2. "Tasks

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Onboard computer AT A GLANCE 19Selecting a menu itemMenu items displayed in white can be selected.1. Turn the MINI joystick until the desired menu ite

Office COMMUNICATIONS 199Using contact dataOverviewContact data from deadlines, tasks, text messages, e-mails and notes can be stored or selected.To d

COMMUNICATIONS Office200> Texts of entries are not displayed completely?Texts are already shortened by the mobile phone.Synchronization between the

MINI Connected COMMUNICATIONS 201MINI ConnectedVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in th

COMMUNICATIONS MINI Connected202Connecting via the snap-in adapterThe mobile phone can also be connected using the snap-in adapter, refer to page 191.

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MOBILITY Refueling206RefuelingVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is

Refueling MOBILITY 2072. Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump symbol. The fuel filler flap is released.Observe the following when refuelingTake a

MOBILITY Refueling208Minimum gradeThe manufacturer of your MINI recommends AKI 89.Do not use any gasoline below the speci-fied minimum fuel grade. Oth

AT A GLANCE Onboard computer20Adjusting settings1. Select a field.2. Turn the MINI joystick until the desired setting is displayed.3. Press the MINI j

Wheels and tires MOBILITY 209Wheels and tiresVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the

MOBILITY Wheels and tires210The maximum permitted speed for these tire inflation pressures is 100 mph or 160 km/h. Do not exceed this speed; otherwise

Wheels and tires MOBILITY 211MINI Cooper S Coupe tire inflation pressuresMINI John Cooper Works Coupe tire inflation pressuresTire size Tire pressure

MOBILITY Wheels and tires212MINI Cooper Roadster tire inflation pressuresTire size Tire pressures in bar/psiAll pressure specifications in the table

Wheels and tires MOBILITY 213MINI Cooper S Roadster tire inflation pressuresMINI John Cooper Works Roadster tire inflation pressuresTire size Tire pr

MOBILITY Wheels and tires214MINI Cooper Convertible tire inflation pressuresTire size Tire pressures in bar/psi Speeds up to amax. of 100mph / 160km/

Wheels and tires MOBILITY 215MINI Cooper S Convertible tire inflation pressuresTire size Tire pressures in bar/psiSpeeds up to amax. of 100 mph / 160

MOBILITY Wheels and tires216MINI John Cooper Works Convertible tire inflation pressuresTire codingKnowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire ma

Wheels and tires MOBILITY 217Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and

MOBILITY Wheels and tires218Tread depthThe tread depth should not drop below 1/8 in/3 mm, although, for example, European legislation only specifies a

Onboard computer AT A GLANCE 21Status information1 Time2 Telephone status> Incoming, outgoing or missed call> Roaming active> Text message re

Wheels and tires MOBILITY 219in the sidewalls ensures that the tire can con-tinue to be used subject to certain restrictions, even if depressurized.Fo

MOBILITY Wheels and tires220Special characteristics of winter tiresThe manufacturer of your MINI recommends the use of winter tires on snowy roads or

Engine compartment MOBILITY 221Engine compartmentVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in

MOBILITY Engine compartment222HoodReleasingPull the lever.Do not clean the windshield and head-lamps if the hood is unlocked as this may damage the he

Engine compartment MOBILITY 2234. Carefully push the dipstick all the way into the guide tube and pull it out again. The oil level should be between t

MOBILITY Engine compartment224CoolantCoolant consists of half water and half additive. Not all commercially available additives are suit-able for your

Maintenance MOBILITY 225MaintenanceVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model rang

MOBILITY Maintenance226Socket for On-Board Diagnosis OBDThe primary components that make up the emissions can be checked by a device via the OBD socke

Care MOBILITY 227CareVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described

MOBILITY Care228Automatic transmissionBefore driving into the car wash, make sure that the vehicle can roll:1. Place the remote control, even with Com

AT A GLANCE Letters and numbers22Letters and numbersVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered

Care MOBILITY 229When attempting to remove stains from the convertible top, do not use spot removers, paint thinners, solvents, gasoline, or similar f

MOBILITY Care230Clean upholstery up to the seams. Do not rub forcefully.<Velcro fasteners on pants or other items of clothing can damage seat cover

Replacing components MOBILITY 231Replacing componentsVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered

MOBILITY Replacing components232MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: wiper blade replacement1. Fold out the wiper arm and hold it.2. Press together the locking

Replacing components MOBILITY 233Light-emitting diodes LEDsLight-emitting diodes installed behind translu-cent lenses serve as the light sources for m

MOBILITY Replacing components2342. Push on the catch, arrow 1, and disconnect the connector, arrow 2.3. To insert the new bulb and replace the cover,

Replacing components MOBILITY 235Replacing a fog lamp bulbH8 bulb, 35 watts1. Turn in the wheel.2. Remove cover 2.To do so, turn the cover countercloc

MOBILITY Replacing components2362. Unscrew the desired bulb counterclockwise, arrows 1.Another bulb is located behind the luggage compartment side wal

Replacing components MOBILITY 237Repairing a flat tireSafety measures in the event of a breakdown: Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving tra

MOBILITY Replacing components238Using the Mobility KitTo repair a tire puncture with the Mobility Kit, proceed as follows:> Fill the tire with seal

Voice activation system AT A GLANCE 23Voice activation systemVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is

Replacing components MOBILITY 239Adjusting the tire pressure1. After driving approx. 3.1 miles/5 km or 10 minutes, stop at a suitable location.2. Scre

MOBILITY Replacing components2405. Squeeze the securing spring.6. The space-saver spare tire is released and must be held by the lifting handle.7. Low

Replacing components MOBILITY 241Jacking up the vehicleThe vehicle jack is designed for changing wheels only. Do not attempt to raise another vehicle

MOBILITY Replacing components242Starting-aid terminalsOnly charge the battery in the vehicle when the engine is off. Connections, refer to Jump-start-

Giving and receiving assistance MOBILITY 243Giving and receiving assistanceVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equ

MOBILITY Giving and receiving assistance244Connecting jumper cablesConnect the jumper cables in the correct order, so that no sparks which could cause

Giving and receiving assistance MOBILITY 245Using a tow fittingThe screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the

MOBILITY Giving and receiving assistance246Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings, as attachment to other vehicle parts can lead to damage.<To

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AT A GLANCE Voice activation system24CommandsIndividual menu items on the Control Display can be voiced as commands.The commands that are possible dep

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REFERENCE Technical data250Technical dataVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the mode

Technical data REFERENCE 251DimensionsMINI CoupeOnline Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 904 077 - © 03/12 BMW AG

REFERENCE Technical data252Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works1Vehicle height without roof antenna54.3/1,378 54.5/1,384 54.5/1,3842Track, front 57.4/1,4

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REFERENCE Technical data254Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works1Vehicle height without roof antenna54.5/1,384 54.7/1,390 54.8/1,3912Track, front 57.4/1,4

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REFERENCE Technical data256Cooper Cooper S John Cooper Works1Vehicle height without roof antenna55.7/1,414 55.7/1,414 55.7/1,4142Track, front 57.4/1,4

Technical data REFERENCE 257WeightsNever exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.MINI CoupeCooper Cooper S John Cooper Works

REFERENCE Technical data258MINI RoadsterCooper Cooper S John Cooper WorksCurb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras> Manual transmissi

Voice activation system AT A GLANCE 25NotesFor voice commands, bear in mind the following:> Do not use the voice activation system to initiate an e

Technical data REFERENCE 259MINI ConvertibleCapacitiesCooper Cooper S John Cooper WorksCurb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras> Man

REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system260Short commands for the voice activation systemVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all product

Short commands for the voice activation system REFERENCE 261CD/MultimediaCD driveExternal devicesTone controlFunction CommandPlaying a CD {C D on}Sele

REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system262RadioFMAMSatellite radioFunction CommandSelecting the radio {Radio}Selecting FM stations {F

Short commands for the voice activation system REFERENCE 263Stored stationsTelephoneContactsFunction CommandSelecting stored stations {Presets}Choosin

REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system264OfficeNavigationGeneral informationFunction CommandCalling up the Office menu {Office}Displ

Short commands for the voice activation system REFERENCE 265MapRoute guidance with intermediate destinationsSelecting route {Route information}Switchi

REFERENCE Short commands for the voice activation system266Vehicle informationSettingsVehicleFunction CommandAccessing the onboard computer {Onboard i

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268REFERENCE Everything from A to ZEverything from A to ZIndexAABS Antilock Brake System 83Accessories, see Vehicle equipment 4Acknowledgment signals

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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE 269Average fuel consumption 72– setting the units 74Average speed 72Avoiding highways for navigation 135Axle loads, r

REFERENCE Everything from A to Z270Carpets, care 230Car phone– installation location, refer to Center armrest 108– refer to Telephone 108Car phone, re

Everything from A to Z REFERENCE 271Data 250– capacities 259– dimensions 251– engine 250– weights 257Data memory 226Date– setting 77– setting format 7

REFERENCE Everything from A to Z272Emergency services, refer to Roadside Assistance 243Emergency unlocking 34Ending a call 174, 186Engine– breaking in

Everything from A to Z REFERENCE 273GGasoline– refer to Average fuel consumption 72Gasoline, refer to Required fuel 207Gasoline display, refer to Fuel

REFERENCE Everything from A to Z274Instrument panel, refer to Displays 12Integrated key 28Interactive map 132Interesting destination for navigation 13

Everything from A to Z REFERENCE 275Manual operation– door lock 32– fuel filler flap 206– power convertible top 41, 48– tailgate 33– transmission lock

REFERENCE Everything from A to Z276Oil types 223Old batteries, refer to Disposal 242Onboard computer 17– adjusting brightness 80– changing language 80

Everything from A to Z REFERENCE 277Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 70Reservoir for washer systems 67Reset, refer to Resetting tone settings 148R

REFERENCE Everything from A to Z278Shiftlock– automatic transmission, refer to Changing selector lever positions 63Short commands for the voice activa

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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE 279TTachometer 70Tailgate 33– Comfort Access 37– emergency operation 34– emergency unlocking 34– manually releasing 3

REFERENCE Everything from A to Z280Traffic information in navigation– screen display in the map view 141Trailer operation– trailer loads and gross veh

Everything from A to Z REFERENCE 281Width, refer to Dimensions 251Wind deflector 43, 48Windows 38– closing 38– convenience operation 30– opening 38Win

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CONTROLS Opening and closing28Opening and closingVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in

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Opening and closing CONTROLS 29This means that your settings will be activated for you, even if in the meantime your car was used by someone else with

CONTROLS Opening and closing30Using the remote controlUnlockingPress the button.The welcome lamps and interior lamps come on.Unlocking modeYou can al

Opening and closing CONTROLS 313. "Flash when lock/unlock"4. Press the MINI joystick.Switching on interior lampsWhile the car is locked:Pres

CONTROLS Opening and closing32When there is no alarm system or Comfort Access, only the driver's door is locked with the door lock.<To lock al

Opening and closing CONTROLS 33Automatic lockingYou can also set the situations in which the car locks. The setting is stored for the remote control i

CONTROLS Opening and closing34MINI Convertible:1. Use the integrated key and open the back-rest lock 1.2. Press button 2 and fold down backrest togeth

Opening and closing CONTROLS 35> The car’s inclination changes, for example if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it

CONTROLS Opening and closing36MINI Convertible, MINI RoadsterThe passenger compartment is monitored up to the height of the seat's surface. This

Opening and closing CONTROLS 37UnlockingPress button 1.Depending on the setting, refer to Unlocking mode on page 30, only the driver's door or th

CONTROLS Opening and closing38Warning lampsThe warning lamp lights up when an attempt is made to start the engine: the engine cannot be started. The r

ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a particu-lar topic or item is by using the index, refer to page 268.4 Notes6 Reporting safety defectsA

Opening and closing CONTROLS 39Initializing electric power windowsIf the battery was disconnected, e.g. for changing batteries or vehicle storage, rei

CONTROLS Opening and closing40Power convertible topThe fully automatic convertible top provides protection from the weather, combined with simple and

Opening and closing CONTROLS 41Operating while drivingThe convertible top may be opened or closed while driving not faster than 20 mph/30 km/h.While o

CONTROLS Opening and closing423. Use the screwdriver and turn the gold-col-ored screw, refer to arrow, one and a half turns in the direction of the ar

Opening and closing CONTROLS 43Closing the convertible top1. Place both hands on the convertible top on the respective side frame.2. Lift out both sid

CONTROLS Opening and closing443. Press the locking device together until it engages, refer to arrow 2.Installing and folding up1. Push out retaining p

Opening and closing CONTROLS 45Do not place any objects on the convertible top, as they could otherwise fall off while the con-vertible top is being o

CONTROLS Opening and closing466. Turn handle clockwise until there is an audible click. The convertible top is locked.If the convertible top has been

Opening and closing CONTROLS 47MalfunctionThe Convertible top not locked indicator lamp lights up and a message appears on the Control Display.Interru

CONTROLS Opening and closing48If the convertible top has been open for a longer time, a greater force for locking may be necessary.<4. Fold the han

Notes4NotesUsing this Owner's ManualWe have tried to make all the information in this Owner's Manual easy to find. The fastest way to find s

Opening and closing CONTROLS 49Installing1. With the parts 1 pointing rearward, insert the wind deflector into the recesses 2 in the rollover bar.2. S

CONTROLS Adjustments50AdjustmentsVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range

Adjustments CONTROLS 51injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing bulky cloth-ing and regularly pull the belt in the upper-body area taut; otherwise, its restr

CONTROLS Adjustments52Turn the wheel to increase or decrease the curvature.MINI Convertible: getting in backMINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: access to later

Adjustments CONTROLS 53RemovingOnly remove a head restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in question.Reinstall the head restraint before tran

CONTROLS Adjustments54MINI Convertible: rear belt guidePlease ensure that the belt guide loop, arrow, is locked when putting on the rear safety belts.

Adjustments CONTROLS 55Interior rearview mirrorTo reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night:Turn the knob.Interior and exter

CONTROLS Transporting children safely56Transporting children safelyVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment t

Transporting children safely CONTROLS 57Child seat securityMINI Coupe, MINI RoadsterThe safety belt for the passenger can be pre-vented from being pul

CONTROLS Transporting children safely58Child restraint system with tether strapUse the tether strap anchors to secure child restraint systems only; ot

Notes 5For your safetyMaintenance and repairAdvanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and high-performance electronics, requires specially

Transporting children safely CONTROLS 59MINI ConvertibleEnsure that the upper strap 9 is passed between the seat backrest 8 and the roll-over protecti

CONTROLS Driving60DrivingVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is descr

Driving CONTROLS 61Radio readiness and ignition offAll indicator and warning lamps in the displays go out.The ignition switches off automatically if t

CONTROLS Driving62Automatic transmission1. With the car at a stop, move the selector lever to position P.2. Press the Start/Stop button.3. Forcefully

Driving CONTROLS 63Removing the keyTo remove the key from the ignition lock, first move the selector lever into position P and then switch off the eng

CONTROLS Driving64Sport program and manual mode M/SMove the selector lever from position D to the left into the M/S shifting slot:The Sport program is

Driving CONTROLS 653. Insert extractor hook 1 from the toolkit into the loop on the passenger's side.4. Pull the loop up.5. Move the selector lev

CONTROLS Driving66Wiper systemDo not turn on the wipers when they are frozen; otherwise, the wiper blades and the windshield wiper motor may be damage

Driving CONTROLS 675. Press and hold the button until the display changes.6. Press the button to select the desired sensitivity.7. Wait, or press and

CONTROLS Driving68Cruise controlThe conceptCruise control is available at vehicle speeds of at least approx. 20 mph or 30 km/h. The car then stores an

Notes6Service and warrantyWe recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.Your MINI is covered by the following warranties:> New Vehicle Lim

Driving CONTROLS 69Display on tachometerSelected speed is displayed briefly.If --- mph or --- km/h is displayed briefly in the tachometer, the conditi

CONTROLS Controls overview70Controls overviewVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the

Controls overview CONTROLS 71Displays in tachometer1 Current vehicle speed2 Odometer in kilometers, trip recorder, external temperature, time3 Resetti

CONTROLS Controls overview72Average fuel consumptionCalculated for the time the engine has been running.With the trip computer, page 73, you can have

Controls overview CONTROLS 73Displays on the Control Display1. "Vehicle Info"2. "Onboard info" or "Trip computer"Display

CONTROLS Controls overview741 Button for:> Selecting display> Setting values> Confirming selected display or set values> Calling up comput

Controls overview CONTROLS 75Service requirementsThe remaining driving distance and the date of the next scheduled service are briefly displayed immed

CONTROLS Controls overview764. "§ Vehicle inspection"5. Open the deadline entry menu.6. "Date:"7. Create the settings.8. Press the

Controls overview CONTROLS 77Setting time zone1. "Settings"2. "Time/Date"3. "Time zone:"4. Turn MINI joystick until the

CONTROLS Controls overview78Supplemental text messagesFor most Check Control messages, you can view more information later, e.g. regarding the cause o

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Controls overview CONTROLS 794. Press and hold the button.If there are no Check Control messages, then "CHECK OK" is displayed.If a Check Co

CONTROLS Controls overview80Activating/deactivating the limit1. "Settings"2. "Speed"3. "Warning"4. Press the MINI joysti

Controls overview CONTROLS 814. Turn the MINI joystick until the desired setting is reached.5. Press the MINI joystick.The setting is stored for the r

CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety82Technology for driving comfort and safetyVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country

Technology for driving comfort and safety CONTROLS 83enter the sensors' blind spots before or after a continuous audible signal is given. Higher,

CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety84Activating DSCPress the button again: the DSC indicator lamps in the display elements go out.For b

Technology for driving comfort and safety CONTROLS 85Deactivating both DTC and DSCPress the button for at least 3 seconds; the indi-cator lamp DSC OFF

CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety86Do not push on the rear spoiler; otherwise, it may be damaged.For information on car washing facil

Technology for driving comfort and safety CONTROLS 87Flat Tire Monitor FTMThe conceptThe system does not measure the actual inflation pressure in the

CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety88The initialization is completed during driv-ing, which can be interrupted at any time. When drivin

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Technology for driving comfort and safety CONTROLS 89Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indicate final failure of the tire. Reduce your speed

CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety90Resetting the systemReset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure an

Technology for driving comfort and safety CONTROLS 91Continued driving with a flat tireWhen driving with a damaged tire:1. Avoid sudden braking and st

CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety92Declaration according to NHTSA/FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemsEach tire, including the

Technology for driving comfort and safety CONTROLS 93Airbags1 Front airbags2 Side/head airbags in the backrestsProtective actionObserve the instructio

CONTROLS Technology for driving comfort and safety94so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the desired

Technology for driving comfort and safety CONTROLS 95MINI Convertible: Rollover protection systemThe rollover protection system is automatically activ

CONTROLS Lamps96LampsVehicle equipmentIn this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described

Lamps CONTROLS 97Welcome lampsIf you leave the light switch in the low beam or automatic headlamp control position when you switch off the ignition, t

CONTROLS Lamps98Activating Adaptive Light ControlWith the ignition switched on, turn the light switch to position 3, refer to page 96.Standstill funct