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MINI Owners Manual F55 F56 SOP 3-2022
MINI Owners Manual F55 F56 SOP 3-2022
OWNER'S MANUAL.
MINI HARDTOP 2 DOOR / 4 DOOR.
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WELCOME TO MINI.
OWNER'S MANUAL.
Thank you for choosing a MINI.
The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have
on the road. We therefore strongly suggest:
Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new MINI. Also use the
Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information
on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features
available in your MINI. The manual also contains information designed to
enhance operating reliability and road safety, and to contribute to
maintaining the value of your MINI.
Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in the appendix of
the printed Owner's Manual for the vehicle.
Get started now. We wish you driving fun and inspiration with your MINI.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Information.............................................................................................................................. 6
QUICK REFERENCE
Entering.................................................................................................................................. 16
Set-up and use.......................................................................................................................20
On the road............................................................................................................................ 24
AT A GLANCE
Cockpit.................................................................................................................................... 32
Central Information Display (CID)..................................................................................36
Voice activation system.................................................................................................... 44
General settings................................................................................................................... 48
Owner's Manual media.......................................................................................................60
CONTROLS
Opening and closing........................................................................................................... 62
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel.................................................................................. 82
Transporting children safely............................................................................................ 92
Driving.................................................................................................................................... 98
Displays................................................................................................................................ 123
Lights.................................................................................................................................... 145
Safety.....................................................................................................................................151
Driving stability control systems.................................................................................175
Driving comfort................................................................................................................. 179
Climate control...................................................................................................................200
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Interior equipment............................................................................................................209
Storage compartments.....................................................................................................220
Cargo area............................................................................................................................224
DRIVING TIPS
Things to remember when driving.............................................................................. 230
Reducing fuel consumption........................................................................................... 235
MOBILITY
Refueling..............................................................................................................................242
Fuel........................................................................................................................................ 244
Wheels and tires................................................................................................................246
Engine compartment........................................................................................................268
Engine oil.............................................................................................................................271
Coolant..................................................................................................................................275
Maintenance....................................................................................................................... 277
Replacing components.................................................................................................... 279
Breakdown assistance..................................................................................................... 285
Care........................................................................................................................................293
REFERENCE
Technical data.................................................................................................................... 298
Appendix..............................................................................................................................302
Everything from A to Z....................................................................................................304
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Information
Using this Owner's Manual Internet
Vehicle information and general informa-
Orientation tion on MINI, e.g., on technology, are availa-
ble on the Internet: www.miniusa.com.
The fastest way to find information on a
particular topic is by using the index.
Integrated Owner's Manual in the
An initial overview of the vehicle is pro- vehicle
vided in the first chapter.
The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically
Updates made after the editorial describes features and functions found in
the vehicle. The Integrated Owner's Manual
deadline can be displayed on the Control Display. Ad-
Due to updates after the editorial deadline, ditional information, refer to page 60.
differences may exist between the printed
Owner's Manual and the Integrated Owner's MINI Motorer’s Guide app
Manual in the vehicle.
The app specifically describes features and
Notes on updates can be found in the ap- functions found in the vehicle. The app can
pendix of the printed Owner's Manual for be displayed on smartphones and tablets.
the vehicle.
MINI Motorer’s Guide Web
Owner's Manual for Navigation,
Driver’s Guide Web shows the most suita-
Entertainment, Communication ble information for the selected vehicle. If
The Owner's Manual for Navigation, Enter- possible, only equipment and functions that
tainment, and Communication can be ob- are actually installed in the vehicle will be
tained as a printed book from the service explained. Driver’s Guide Web can be dis-
center. played in any current browser.
The topics are also discussed in the
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle.
Symbols and displays
Additional sources of informa- Symbols in the Owner's Manual
tion
Icon Meaning
Service center Precautions that must be followed
A service center will be glad to answer in order to avoid the possibility of
questions at any time. injury to yourself and to others as
well as serious damage to the
vehicle.
Measures that can be taken to help
protect the environment.
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cause cancer and birth defects and repro- – Federal Emissions System Defect War-
ductive harm. In addition, certain fluids ranty.
contained in vehicles and certain products – Federal Emissions Performance War-
of component wear contain or emit chemi- ranty.
cals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other re- – California Emission Control System Lim-
productive harm. Battery posts, terminals ited Warranty.
and related accessories contain lead and Detailed information about these warranties
lead compounds. Batteries also contain is listed in the Service and Warranty Infor-
other chemicals known to the State of Cali- mation Booklet for US models or in the War-
fornia to cause cancer. Wash your hands ranty and Service Guide Booklet for Cana-
after handling. Used engine oil contains dian models.
chemicals that have caused cancer in labo- Your vehicle has been specifically adapted
ratory animals. Always protect your skin and designed to meet the particular operat-
by washing thoroughly with soap and wa- ing conditions and homologation require-
ter. For more information go to ments in your country and continental re-
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-ve- gion in order to deliver the full driving
hicle. pleasure while the vehicle is operated under
those conditions. If you wish to operate
your vehicle in another country or region,
Warning you may be required to adapt your vehicle
to meet different prevailing operating con-
Operating, servicing and maintaining a
ditions and homologation requirements.
passenger vehicle or off-highway motor
You should also be aware of any applicable
vehicle can expose you to chemicals in-
warranty limitations or exclusions for such
cluding engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
country or region. In such case, please con-
phthalates, and lead, which are known to
tact Customer Relations for further informa-
the State of California to cause cancer and
tion.
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
To minimize exposure, avoid breathing ex-
haust, do not idle the engine except as Maintenance
necessary, service your vehicle in a well- Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain
ventilated area and wear gloves or wash the road safety, operational reliability and
your hands frequently when servicing the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
your vehicle. For more information go to Specifications for maintenance measures:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-ve-
– MINI Maintenance system.
hicle.
– Service and Warranty Information Book-
let for US models.
Service and warranty – Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
We recommend that you read this publica- Canadian models.
tion thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by If the vehicle is not maintained or is im-
the following warranties: properly maintained, this could result in se-
– New Vehicle Limited Warranty. rious damage to the vehicle. Such damage is
not covered by the MINI New Vehicle Lim-
– Rust Perforation Limited Warranty.
ited Warranty.
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Refer to section on engine oil change re- – Ambient conditions, e.g., temperature,
garding recommended service intervals for rain sensor signals.
oil changes. The processed data is only processed in the
vehicle itself and generally volatile. The
data is not stored beyond the operating pe-
Data memory riod.
Electronic components, e.g. control units
General information and ignition keys, contain components for
Electronic control devices are installed in storing technical information. Information
the vehicle. Electronic control units process about the vehicle condition, component us-
data they receive from vehicle sensors, self- age, maintenance recommendations, events
generate or exchange with each other. Some or faults can be stored temporarily or per-
control units are necessary for the vehicle manently.
to function safely or provide assistance dur- This information generally records the state
ing driving, for instance driver assistance of a component, a module, a system, or the
systems. Furthermore, control units facili- environment, for instance:
tate comfort or infotainment functions. – Operating states of system components,
Information about stored or exchanged data for instance, fill levels, tire inflation
can be requested from the manufacturer of pressure, battery status.
the vehicle, in a separate booklet, for exam- – Malfunctions and faults in important
ple. system components, for instance lights
and brakes.
Personal reference – Responses by the vehicle to special sit-
Each vehicle is marked with a unique vehi- uations such as airbag deployment or
cle identification number. Depending on the engagement of the driving stability con-
country, the vehicle owner can be identified trol systems.
with the vehicle identification number, li- – Information on vehicle-damaging
cense plate and corresponding authorities. events.
In addition, there are other options to track
The data is required to perform the control
data collected in the vehicle to the driver or
unit functions. Furthermore, it also serves
vehicle owner, for instance via utilized
to recognize and correct malfunctions, and
services.
helps the vehicle manufacturer to optimize
vehicle functions.
Operating data in the vehicle
The majority of this data is stored tempora-
Control units process data to operate the ve- rily and is only processed within the vehicle
hicle. itself. In some circumstances the vehicle
For example, this includes: may store some data for an additional but
– Status messages for the vehicle and its limited period of time.
individual components, e.g., wheel rota- When servicing, for instance during repairs,
tional speed, wheel speed, deceleration, service processes, warranty cases, and qual-
lateral acceleration, engaged safety belt ity assurance measures, this technical infor-
indicator. mation can be read out from the vehicle to-
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gether with the vehicle identification – Data on the use of Internet services.
number. This data can be stored locally in the vehicle
A dealer’s service center or another quali- or is found on a device that has been con-
fied service center or repair shop can read nected to the vehicle, e.g., a smartphone,
out the information. The socket for OBD On- USB stick or MP3 player. If this data is
board Diagnosis required by law in the ve- stored in the vehicle, it can be deleted at
hicle is used to read out the data. any time.
The data is collected, processed, and used This data is only transmitted to third parties
by the relevant organizations in the service upon personal request as part of the use of
network. The data documents technical con- online services. The transmission depends
ditions of the vehicle, which can be used to on the selected settings for the use of the
determine vehicle maintenance status, and services.
facilitate quality improvement.
Fault and event memories in the vehicle can Incorporation of mobile devices
be reset when a dealer’s service center or Depending on the vehicle equipment, mo-
another qualified service center or repair bile devices connected to the vehicle, for in-
shop performs repair or servicing work. stance smartphones, can be controlled via
the vehicle control elements.
Data entry and data transfer into The sound and picture from the mobile de-
the vehicle vice can be played back and displayed
through the multimedia system. Certain in-
General information formation is transferred to the mobile de-
Depending on the vehicle equipment, com- vice at the same time. Depending on the
fort and individual settings can be stored in type of incorporation, this includes, for in-
the vehicle and modified or reset at any stance position data and other general vehi-
time. cle information. This optimizes the way in
which selected apps, for instance navigation
For example, this includes: or music playback, work.
– Settings for the seat and steering wheel There is no further interaction between the
positions. mobile device and the vehicle, such as ac-
– Chassis and climate control settings. tive access to vehicle data.
If necessary, data can be transferred to the How the data will be processed further is
entertainment and communication system determined by the provider of the particular
of the vehicle, for instance via smartphone. app being used. The extent of the possible
This includes the following depending on settings depends on the respective app and
the respective equipment: the operating system of the mobile device.
– Multimedia data such as music, films or
photos for playback in an integrated Services
multimedia system.
– Address book data for use in conjunc-
General information
tion with an integrated hands-free sys- If the vehicle has a wireless network con-
tem or an integrated navigation system. nection, this enables data to be exchanged
between the vehicle and other systems. The
– Entered navigation destinations.
wireless network connection is realized via
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Left nameplate
For 3-door models:
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QUICK REFERENCE Entering
Entering
Opening and closing Buttons for the central locking
system
Buttons on the vehicle key
Overview
1 Unlocking
Buttons for the central locking system.
2 Locking
3 Unlocking the tailgate
Locking
4 Panic mode
Pressing the button locks the vehi-
cle if the front doors are closed.
Unlocking the vehicle
Press the button on the vehicle key. Unlocking
Pressing the button unlocks the ve-
Depending on the settings, either only the hicle.
driver's door or all vehicle access points are
unlocked.
Panic mode
If only the driver's door is unlocked, press
the button on the vehicle key again to un- You can trigger the alarm system if you find
lock the other vehicle access points. yourself in a dangerous situation.
Press the button on the vehicle key
Press and hold the button on the ve-
and hold for at least 3 seconds.
hicle key after unlocking.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
The windows and the glass sunroof are
opened, as long as the button on the vehicle Comfort Access
key is pressed.
Concept
Locking the vehicle The vehicle can be accessed without operat-
Press the button on the vehicle key. ing the vehicle key.
Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in
All vehicle access points are locked. your pants pocket, is sufficient.
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Entering QUICK REFERENCE
The vehicle automatically detects the vehi- – Unlock the vehicle and then press the
cle key when it is in close proximity or in button on the outside of the tailgate.
the car's interior. – Press and hold the button on the
vehicle key for approx. 1 second.
Unlocking the vehicle
Depending on the setting, the doors may
also be unlocked.
Closing
Closing the tailgate manually.
Driver's door
For 3-door models:
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QUICK REFERENCE Entering
Voice control
Activating the voice control system
Press the button on the steering
1 Selector lever wheel.
2 Controller with buttons Wait for the signal.
3 Parking brake, manual or electric Say the command.
This icon indicates that the voice con-
trol system is active.
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Entering QUICK REFERENCE
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QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use
1 Adjusting
2 Selecting a mirror, Automatic Curb Mon-
itor
1 Forward/backward 3 Folding in and out
2 Thigh support
3 Height Adjusting the steering wheel
4 Backrest tilt In four directions
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Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE
State/province
2. Fold backrest forward.
1. "Navigation"
3. Push the seat forward.
2. "Enter address"
Original position 3. "State/Province?"
1. Push the seat back into the original po- 4. Select the country from the list.
sition.
Entering the address
2. Fold back the backrest to lock the seat.
The address can be entered in any order.
Example: entering the address via the town/
Infotainment city
1. "City/Postal code?"
Radio 2. Enter the town/city.
The list is narrowed down further with
Buttons and functions each entry.
Depending on the country and equipment
3. Select the icon.
version, the radio has the following buttons.
4. Select a town/city from the list.
Button Function
5. If necessary, enter the street.
Press: switches sound output on/
6. Select the street as you would the town/
off.
city.
Turn: adjusts the volume.
7. If necessary, enter a house number.
Change the entertainment 8. Select the icon.
source.
9. Select a house number or range of house
Press once: changes the station/ numbers from the list.
track.
Press and hold: fast forward/ Starting destination guidance
rewind the track. "Start guidance"
Destination guidance is started to the town/
city center if no street is entered.
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QUICK REFERENCE On the road
On the road
Driving 3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Steptronic transmission: switching off Raise lever slightly, press the button and
1. When the vehicle is stationary, apply guide the lever down.
the parking brake.
2. Engage selector lever position P.
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On the road QUICK REFERENCE
Set the electrical parking brake tain pressure on the brake pedal until you
Pull the switch when the vehicle is are ready to start.
stationary.
Selector lever lock
The LED and indicator light light up.
A lock prevents an inadvertent change from
Releasing selector lever position P to another selector
lever position and, depending on the trans-
Manual transmission: press the switch mission version, inadvertent switching to
while the brake pedal is pressed. selector lever position P or R.
Steptronic transmission: press the switch To release the lock: with the brake pedal de-
while the brake is pressed or selector lever pressed, press the button on the side of the
position P is set. selector lever.
The LED and indicator light go out.
The parking brake is released. Steptronic transmission, Sport and
manual mode
Manual transmission
Shifting
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push
the gearshift lever to the right in order to
prevent inadvertent shifting into the 3rd or
4th gear.
Reverse gear
Select only when the vehicle is stationary. Sport program:
To overcome the resistance push the gear- Press the selector lever to the left from se-
shift lever dynamically to the left and en- lector lever position D.
gage reverse gear with a forward shifting
Manual mode:
movement.
– To shift down: press the selector lever
Steptronic transmission forward.
– To shift up: pull the selector lever rear-
Selector lever positions wards.
Parking position P.
R is reverse.
Neutral N.
Gear position D.
Engage selector lever position P or R only
when the vehicle is stationary.
To prevent the vehicle from creeping after
you select a gear position or reverse, main-
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QUICK REFERENCE On the road
Low beams.
Press the lever forward or pull it backward.
– High beams on, arrow 1.
Instrument lighting.
The high beams light up when the low
beams are switched on.
– High beams off/headlight flasher, ar-
row 2.
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On the road QUICK REFERENCE
Switching on
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QUICK REFERENCE On the road
Switching on
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Refueling stop
Controls the air distribution
manually.
Refueling
Fuel cap
Windshield defroster. 1. Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge
and open it.
AUTO program.
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QUICK REFERENCE On the road
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On the road QUICK REFERENCE
Providing assistance
Hazard warning flashers
Breakdown assistance
MINI Roadside Assistance
This service can be reached around the
clock in many countries.
1. "MINI Connected"
2. "MINI Assist"
3. "MINI Roadside Assistance"
The contact to the MINI Roadside Assis-
tance is established.
A telephone number is displayed, if
needed. Select to dial the telephone
number on a connected mobile phone.
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AT A GLANCE Cockpit
Cockpit
Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies
to safety-related functions and systems.
This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems,
specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be
the series. It also describes features and observed.
functions that are not necessarily available
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Cockpit AT A GLANCE
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AT A GLANCE Cockpit
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID)
Concept
The Central Information Display (CID) com-
bines the functions of a multitude of
switches. These functions can be operated
via the Controller.
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Central Information Display (CID) AT A GLANCE
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID)
Split screen
General information
Additional information can be displayed on
the right side of the split screen, for in-
stance information from the trip computer. 1 Control Display with touchscreen
In the divided screen view, the so-called 2 Controller with buttons
split screen, this information remains visi-
ble even when switching to another menu.
Control Display
Switching the split screen on/off
General information
1. Press the button. To clean the Control Display, follow the care
2. "Split screen" instructions, refer to page 296.
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Button Function
The main menu is displayed.
Press once: calls up the main All Central Information Display (CID) func-
menu. tions can be called up via the main menu.
Press twice: displays all menu
items of the main menu. Adjusting the main menu
With navigation system: opens
the Communication menu. 1. Press the button twice.
All menu items of the main menu are
With navigation system: opens displayed.
the Media/Radio menu.
2. Select a menu item.
Without navigation system: open
3. To move the menu item to the desired
the Audio menu.
position, tilt the Controller to the right
Without navigation system: or left.
opens the Telephone menu.
With navigation system: opens Selecting menu items
destination input menu for navi- Highlighted menu items can be selected.
gation.
1. Turn the Controller until the desired
With navigation system: opens menu item is highlighted.
navigation map. 2. Press the Controller.
Press once: opens the previous
display. Adjusting menu contents
Press and hold: open the menus The display of menus "Media/Radio",
used last. "Communication" and "MINI Connected" can
be adjusted, for instance to remove the en-
Goes to the Options menu.
tries of functions that are not used from the
menu.
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Central Information Display (CID) AT A GLANCE
Via the Central Information Display (CID): The "Options" menu is displayed.
1. Select the menu. The menu consists of various areas, for in-
stance:
2. "Personalize menu"
– "Split screen": screen settings.
3. Select desired menu contents to be dis-
– "Media/Radio": control options for the
played.
selected main menu.
Dynamic contents – "Save station": if applicable, further con-
trol options for the selected menu.
You can display dynamic contents within
the menu items. The contents of the menu Entering letters and numbers
items update automatically, e.g., the active
destination guidance in the navigation.
Input
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. Turn the Controller: select letters or
1. "My MINI" numbers.
2. "Contents of main menu" 2. : confirm entry.
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AT A GLANCE Central Information Display (CID)
Deleting
The main menu is displayed. Icon Function
All Central Information Display (CID) func- Tapping the icon: deletes the letter
tions can be called up via the main menu. or number.
Adjusting the main menu Tapping and holding the icon all
letters: deletes all letters or num-
1. Tap on the icon. bers.
2. Drag the menu item to the desired posi-
tion on the right or left. Operating navigation map
Selecting menu items The navigation map can be moved using the
touchscreen.
Tap the desired menu item.
Function Operation
Dynamic contents Enlarge/shrink Drag in or out with the
You can display dynamic contents within map. fingers.
the menu items. The contents of the menu
items update automatically, e.g., the active
destination guidance in the navigation.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Contents of main menu"
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Central Information Display (CID) AT A GLANCE
Storing a function
1. Select the function via the Central Infor-
mation Display (CID).
Executing a function
Press the button.
The function will work immediately.
This means, for instance that the number is
dialed when a phone number is selected.
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AT A GLANCE Voice activation system
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Malfunction
In case of a malfunction, switch off the en-
gine and start the engine again.
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AT A GLANCE General settings
General settings
Vehicle features and options The setting is stored for the driver profile
currently used.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with
Setting the time
the series. It also describes features and Via the Central Information Display (CID):
functions that are not necessarily available 1. "My MINI"
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies 2. "System settings"
to safety-related functions and systems. 3. "Date and time"
When using these functions and systems,
4. "Time:"
the applicable laws and regulations must be
observed. 5. Turn the Controller until the desired
hours are displayed.
6. Press the Controller.
Language 7. Turn the Controller until the desired mi-
nutes are displayed.
Setting the language 8. Press the Controller.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
Setting the time format
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
2. "System settings"
3. If necessary, "Language" 1. "My MINI"
4. "Language:" 2. "System settings"
5. Select the desired setting. 3. "Date and time"
The setting is stored for the driver profile 4. "Time format:"
currently used. 5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile
currently used.
Time
Setting the time zone Date
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
Setting the date
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
2. "System settings"
3. "Date and time" 1. "My MINI"
4. "Time zone:" 2. "System settings"
5. Select the desired setting. 3. "Date and time"
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Control Display
Brightness
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
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– Travel and trip computer information. connection type to select depends on the
– Music collection. mobile device and the desired function.
– Navigation, for instance stored destina-
tions. General information
– Phone book. The following overview shows possible
functions and the suitable connection types
– Office data, for instance voice memos. for them. The scope of functions depends on
– Login accounts. the mobile device.
Altogether, the deletion of the data can take Function Connec-
up to 15 minutes. tion type
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– Transmission of the telephone book en- – Audio devices with USB port, for in-
tries is not yet complete. stance MP3 players.
– It is possible that only the telephone – USB storage devices.
book entries of the mobile phone or the Common file systems are supported.
SIM card are transmitted. FAT32 and exFAT are the recommended
– It may not be possible to display tele- formats.
phone book entries with special charac- A connected USB device will be supplied
ters. with charge current via the USB port if the
– It may not be possible to transmit con- device supports this. Follow the maximum
tacts from social networks. charge current of the USB port.
– The number of phone book entries to be The following uses are possible on USB
stored is too high. ports with data transfer:
– Data volume of the contact too large, for – Exporting and importing driver profiles,
instance due to stored information such refer to page 71.
as memos. – Playing music files via USB audio.
Reduce the data volume of the contact. – Playing videos via USB video.
– A mobile phone is only connected as an – Loading of software updates, refer to
audio source. page 58.
Reconfigure the mobile phone and con- Follow the following when connecting:
nect it with the telephone or additional
– Do not use force when plugging the con-
phone function.
nector into the USB port.
How can the telephone connection quality
– Use a flexible adapter cable.
be improved?
– Protect the USB device against mechani-
– The strength of the Bluetooth signal on
cal damage.
the mobile phone can be adjusted, de-
pending on the mobile phone. – Due to the large number of USB devices
available on the market, it cannot be
– Insert the mobile phone into the wire-
guaranteed that every device is operable
less charging tray.
on the vehicle.
– Adjust the volume of the microphone
– Do not expose USB devices to extreme
and loudspeakers separately.
environmental conditions, such as very
If all points in this list have been checked high temperatures; refer to the owner's
and the required function is still not availa- manual of the device.
ble, contact the hotline, a dealer’s service
– Due to the many different compression
center or another qualified service center or
techniques, proper playback of the me-
repair shop.
dia stored on the USB device cannot be
guaranteed in all cases.
USB connection
– To ensure proper transmission of the
General information stored data, do not charge a USB device
via the onboard socket, when it is con-
The following mobile devices can be con- nected to the USB port.
nected to the USB port:
– Depending on how the USB device is be-
– Mobile phones. ing used, settings may be required on
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the USB storage device, refer to the Switching on Bluetooth and CarPlay
owner's manual of the device. Via the Central Information Display (CID):
Not compatible USB devices:
1. "My MINI"
– USB hard drives.
2. "System settings"
– USB hubs.
– USB memory card readers with multiple 3. "Mobile devices"
slots. 4. "Settings"
– HFS-formatted USB devices. 5. Select the following settings:
– Devices such as fans or lamps. – "Bluetooth®"
– "Apple CarPlay"
Functional requirement
Compatible device, refer to page 53, with Pairing the iPhone with CarPlay
USB port. Pairing an iPhone with the vehicle, refer to
page 54, via Bluetooth
Connecting the device
Select CarPlay as the function:
Connect the USB device using a suitable
"Apple CarPlay"
adapter cable to a USB port, refer to
page 216. The iPhone is connected to the vehicle and
displayed in the device list, refer to
The USB device is connected to the vehicle
page 57.
and displayed in the device list.
Operation
Apple CarPlay preparation
For more information, refer to the
Concept Integrated Owner's Manual or the Owner's
Manual for Navigation, Entertainment, Com-
CarPlay allows certain functions of a com- munication.
patible Apple iPhone to be used via Siri
voice operation and the Central Information Frequently Asked Questions
Display (CID).
All requirements are met and all required
Functional requirements steps were completed in the specified order.
Despite that, the mobile device does not
– Compatible iPhone, refer to page 53. function as expected.
iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. In this case, the following explanations can
– Corresponding mobile contract. help:
– Bluetooth, WLAN, and Siri voice opera- The iPhone has already been paired with
tion are activated on the iPhone. Apple CarPlay. When a new connection is
– Booking the MINI Connected service: established, CarPlay can no longer be se-
Apple CarPlay preparation. lected.
– If necessary, the setting for mobile data – Delete the iPhone concerned from the
must be activated on the iPhone. device list.
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tions may be deactivated on a device al- Displaying the version of the installed
ready connected. software
The software version installed in the vehicle
Deleting the device is displayed.
Via the Central Information Display (CID): Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI" 1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings" 2. "System settings"
3. "Mobile devices" 3. "Software update"
4. Select device. 4. "Show current version"
5. "Delete device" If an update has been carried out before, se-
The device is disconnected and removed lect the desired version to display additional
from the device list. information.
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1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
3. "Software update"
4. "Restore software"
5. – "Previous version"
The previous software version is re-
stored.
– "Default software settings"
The first software version is re-
stored.
6. "Remove software"
7. "OK"
8. Wait for restore.
9. Confirm system restart.
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You can use the following media formats to Selecting the Owner's Manual
call up the content in the Owner's Manual:
1. Press the button.
– Printed Owner's Manual, refer to
page 60. 2. "My MINI"
– Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehi- 3. "Owner's Manual"
cle, refer to page 60. 4. Select the desired method of accessing
the contents.
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There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do – The interior lights, refer to page 149,
not leave children or animals unattended and the MINI logo projection are
in the vehicle. Take the vehicle key with switched on, provided that the interior
you when exiting and lock the vehicle. lights were not switched off manually.
– Depending on the settings, the welcome
light and pathway lighting, refer to
Overview page 146, are switched on.
– The alarm system, refer to page 75, is
switched off.
The light functions may depend on the am-
bient brightness.
Convenient opening
Press and hold the button on the ve-
hicle key after unlocking.
1 Unlocking The windows and the glass sunroof are
2 Locking opened, as long as the button on the vehicle
3 Unlocking the tailgate key is pressed.
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With Comfort Access: convenient whether the tailgate can be unlocked with
closing the vehicle key and how the vehicle doors
will respond to this. To perform settings, re-
Safety information fer to page 74.
Safety information
Warning
With convenient closing, body parts can Warning
be jammed. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement of the Body parts can be jammed when operating
doors is clear during convenient closing. the tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement of the tail-
gate is clear during opening and closing.
Closing
Press and hold the button on the ve-
hicle key in the area close to the ve- NOTICE
hicle. The tailgate swings back and up when it
opens. There is a risk of damage to prop-
The windows and the glass sunroof are erty, among other potential damage. Make
closed, as long as the button on the vehicle sure that the area of movement of the tail-
key is pressed. gate is clear during opening and closing.
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– Press the button on the vehicle 3. Slide the integrated key in the cover of
key and hold for at least 3 sec- the battery compartment and raise the
onds. cover.
– Briefly press the button on the vehicle
key three times in succession.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
NOTE
Improper batteries in the vehicle key can
damage the vehicle key. There is a danger 4. Push battery in arrow direction using a
of damage to property. Always replace the pointed object and lift it out.
discharged battery with a battery with the
same voltage, the same size and the same
specification.
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other qualified service center or repair Starting the engine via emergency
shop. detection of the Vehicle key
Malfunction
General information
A Check Control message is displayed.
Vehicle key recognition by the vehicle may
malfunction under the following circum-
stances:
– The battery of the vehicle key is dis-
charged. For replacing the battery, refer It is not possible to start the engine if the
to page 65. vehicle key has not been detected.
– Interference of the radio connection Proceed as follows in this case:
from transmission towers or other
equipment with high transmitting 1. Hold the vehicle key against the mark
power. on the steering column as shown. Pay
attention to the display in the instru-
– Shielding of the vehicle key due to metal ment cluster.
objects.
2. If the vehicle key is detected:
Do not transport the vehicle key to-
gether with metal objects. Start the engine within 10 seconds.
– Interference of the radio connection If the vehicle key is not recognized, slightly
from mobile phones or other electronic change the position of the vehicle key and
devices in direct proximity to the vehi- repeat the procedure.
cle key.
Do not carry the vehicle key in close Frequently Asked Questions
proximity to other electronic devices. What precautions can be taken to be able to
– Interference of radio transmission by a open a vehicle with an accidentally locked
charging process of mobile devices, for in vehicle key?
instance charging of a mobile phone. – The options provided by the Remote
– The vehicle key is in direct proximity of Services of the MINI Connected app in-
the wireless charging tray. clude the ability to lock and unlock a ve-
hicle.
Place the vehicle key in a different loca-
tion. This requires an active MINI Connected
contract and the MINI Connected app
In the case of interference, the vehicle can must be installed on a smartphone.
be unlocked and locked from the outside
with the integrated key, refer to page 67. – Unlocking the vehicle can be requested
via the MINI Connected Call Center.
An active MINI Connected contract is
required.
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General information
The driver's door can be locked and un-
locked without the vehicle key using the
integrated key.
Safety information
Alarm system
The alarm system is not switched on if the
vehicle is locked with the integrated key.
The alarm system is triggered when the
door is opened, if the vehicle has been un-
locked via the door lock.
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Buttons for the central locking – Back doors: pull twice on the door han-
dle on the door to be opened; the first
system time unlocks the door, the second time
opens it. The other doors remain locked.
General information
In the event of a severe accident, the vehi-
cle is automatically unlocked. The hazard Comfort Access
warning system and interior lights come on.
Concept
Overview The vehicle can be accessed without operat-
ing the vehicle key.
Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in
your pants pocket, is sufficient.
The vehicle automatically detects the vehi-
cle key when it is in close proximity or in
the car's interior.
General information
Comfort Access supports the following
Buttons for the central locking system. functions:
– Unlocking and locking the vehicle.
Locking – Convenient closing.
Press the button with the front – Open the tailgate.
doors closed.
– The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
Functional requirements
– The vehicle is not secured against theft – To lock the vehicle, the vehicle key must
when locking. be outside of the vehicle near the doors.
– The next unlocking and locking cycle is
Unlocking not possible until after approx. 2 sec-
onds.
Press the button.
Opening
– Press button to unlock the doors
together, and then pull the door handle
above the armrest.
– Front doors: pull the door handle on the
door to open the door. The other doors
remain locked.
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Warning
With convenient closing, body parts can
be jammed. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement of the
doors is clear during convenient closing.
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Tailgate
General information
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehi-
cle, do not place the vehicle key in the cargo
Press button next on tailgate. area.
Depending on the vehicle equipment and
The tailgate is unlocked and can be swung country version, it is possible to specify
upward. whether the tailgate can be unlocked with
the vehicle key and how the vehicle doors
will respond to this. To perform settings, re-
fer to page 74.
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Driver profiles
– Without Comfort Access: unlock vehicle. Concept
With Comfort Access: unlock the vehi- In the driver profiles, individual settings for
cle or have the vehicle key with you. several drivers can be stored and called up
Press button next on tailgate. again when required.
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– If the driver profile is already assigned The driver profile marked with this
to a different vehicle key, this driver icon can be reset.
profile will apply to both vehicle keys. 4. "Reset driver profile"
Using a guest profile 5. "OK"
The guest profile is for individual settings Exporting driver profiles
that are stored in none of the three personal
driver profiles. Most settings of the active driver profile
can be exported.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
Exporting is helpful when storing and re-
1. "My MINI" trieving personal settings, for instance be-
2. "Driver profiles" fore delivering the vehicle to a workshop.
The stored driver profiles can be taken into
3. "Drive off (guest)" another vehicle.
4. "OK" Via the Central Information Display (CID):
The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is
not assigned to the vehicle key currently in 1. "My MINI"
use. 2. "Driver profiles"
3. Select driver profile.
Renaming a driver profile
The driver profile marked with this
A personal name can be assigned to the ac- icon can be exported.
tive driver profile to avoid confusion be-
4. "Export driver profile (USB)"
tween the driver profiles.
Select USB storage device as needed.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI" Importing driver profiles
2. "Driver profiles" Profiles stored on a USB device can be im-
3. Select driver profile. ported via the USB port.
The driver profile marked with this The existing settings of the active driver
icon can be renamed. profile are overwritten with the settings of
the imported driver profile.
4. "Change driver profile name"
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
5. Enter profile name.
1. "My MINI"
6. Select the icon.
2. "Driver profiles"
Resetting a driver profile 3. Select the driver profile to overwrite.
The settings of the driver profile currently The driver profile marked with this
in use are reset to their factory settings. icon can be overwritten.
Via the Central Information Display (CID): 4. "Import driver profile (USB)"
1. "My MINI" Select USB storage device as needed.
2. "Driver profiles" 5. Select the driver profile to be imported.
3. Select driver profile.
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Opening/closing the sun protection 2. Push the switch forward again past the
resistance point and hold until the glass
sunroof closes without jam protection.
Make sure that the closing area is clear.
General information
If resistance or a blockage is detected while
the glass sunroof is being closed, the clos-
ing action is interrupted.
The glass sunroof opens slightly.
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Warning
Sitting safely There is a risk of jamming when moving
the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk
An ideal seat position that meets the needs of damage to property. Make sure that the
of the occupants can make a vital contribu- area of movement of the seat is clear prior
tion to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. to any adjustment.
In the event of an accident, the correct seat
position plays an important role. Follow the
information in the following chapters:
Adjusting seats
– Seats, refer to page 82. Overview
– Safety belts, refer to page 85.
– Head restraints, refer to page 87.
– Airbags, refer to page 151.
Front seats
Safety information
1 Forward/backward
Warning
2 Thigh support
Seat setting while driving can lead to un-
3 Height
expected movements of the seat. Vehicle
control could be lost. There is a risk of ac- 4 Backrest tilt
cident. Only adjust the seat on the driver's
side when the vehicle is stationary.
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Warning
Unexpected movements of the seat while
driving may occur if the seat is unlocked.
Vehicle control could be lost. There is a
risk of accident. After adjusting, move the
seat forward or back slightly, making sure
the seat engages properly.
Lumbar support
The curvature of the seat backrest can be
adjusted in a way that it supports the lum-
bar region of the spine. The lower back and
the spine are supported for upright posture.
Pull the lever and slide the seat in the de-
sired direction.
Height
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Warning
Unexpected movements of the rear seat
backrest while driving may occur if the
rear seat backrest is unlocked. Vehicle
control could be lost. There is a risk of in-
jury. Fold back and lock the backrests be-
fore driving. Make sure the backrest en-
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Warning
The efficacy of safety gear, including
safety belts, may not be fully functional or
fail in the following situations:
– The safety belts or safety belt buckles
are damaged, soiled, or changed in
any other way. Unbuckling the safety belt
– Belt tensioners or belt retractors
1. Hold the safety belt firmly.
were modified.
Safety belts can be imperceptibly damaged 2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.
in the event of an accident. There is a risk 3. Guide the safety belt back into its roll-
of injuries or danger to life. Do not modify up mechanism.
safety belts, safety belt buckles, belt ten-
sioners, belt retractors or belt anchors and Safety belt reminder for driver's
keep them clean. Have the safety belts seat and front passenger seat
checked after an accident at the dealer’s
service center or another qualified service Display in the instrument cluster
center or repair shop.
The indicator light lights up and a
signal sounds. Make sure that the
Correct use of safety belts safety belts are positioned correctly.
– Wear the safety belt twist-free and tight The safety belt reminder can also be acti-
to your body over your lap and should- vated if objects are placed on the front pas-
ers. senger seat.
– Wear the safety belt deep on your hips
over your lap. The safety belt may not Safety belt reminder for rear seats
press on your stomach.
– Do not rub the safety belt against sharp General information
edges, or guide it or jam it in across The safety belt reminder is automatically
hard or fragile objects. activated each time the engine starts.
– Avoid thick clothing. The safety belt reminder is also activated
– Re-tighten the safety belt frequently up- when a passenger unbuckles a rear seat
ward around your upper body. safety belt during the trip.
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Display in the instrument cluster – Do not use seat or head restraint cov-
The indicator light in the instrument cluster ers.
illuminates after the engine is started. – Do not hang objects, for instance
clothes hangers, directly on the head
Icon Description restraint.
Green: the safety belt is buckled – Only use accessories that have been
on the corresponding rear seat. determined to be safe for attachment
to a head restraint.
Red: the safety belt is not buckled – Do not use any accessories, for in-
on the corresponding rear seat. stance pillows, while driving.
Removing
Warning Only remove the head restraint if no one
Objects on the head restraint reduce the will be sitting in the seat in question.
protective effect in the head and neck
area. There is a risk of injury.
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Warning
Body parts can be jammed when moving
the head restraint. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that the area of movement is
clear when moving the head restraint.
Warning
1. If necessary, fold the rear seat backrest
Objects on the head restraint reduce the
forward.
protective effect in the head and neck
2. Pull head restraint up as far as possible. area. There is a risk of injury.
3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the – Do not use seat or head restraint cov-
head restraint out completely. ers.
– Do not hang objects, for instance
Installing clothes hangers, directly on the head
Proceed in the reverse order to install the restraint.
head restraint. – Only use accessories that have been
determined to be safe for attachment
to a head restraint.
Rear head restraints – Do not use any accessories, for in-
stance pillows, while driving.
Safety information
Adjusting the height
Warning
Removal or incorrect adjustment of head
restraints can cause injuries in the head
and neck area. There is a risk of injury.
– Before driving, install the removed
head restraints on the occupied seats.
– Adjust the head restraint so its center
supports the back of the head at as
close to eye level as possible.
– Adjust the distance so that the head – To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
restraint is as close as possible to the push the head restraint down.
back of the head. Adjust the distance – To raise: push the head restraint up.
via the backrest tilt as needed. After setting the height, make sure that the
head restraint engages correctly.
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Safety information
– To fold down: press the button, arrow 1,
and press down the head restraint, ar- Warning
row 2. Objects reflected in the mirror are closer
– Forward: fold the head restraint toward than they appear. The distance to the traf-
the front as far as it will go. Make sure fic behind could be incorrectly estimated,
that the head restraint engages cor- for instance while changing lanes. There is
rectly. a risk of accident. Estimate the distance to
the traffic behind by looking over your
shoulder.
Removing
Only remove the head restraint if no one
will be sitting in the seat in question. Overview
1 Adjusting
1. Fold down the rear seat backrest, refer
to page 226, in question. 2 Selecting a mirror, Automatic Curb Mon-
itor
2. Pull head restraint up against the resist-
ance. 3 Folding in and out
3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the
head restraint out completely. Selecting a mirror
To change over to the other mirror:
Installing
Slide the switch.
Proceed in the reverse order to install the
head restraint.
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Malfunction
In case of an electrical malfunction, adjust
the mirror by pressing the edges of the mir-
ror glass.
Automatic heating
Both exterior mirrors are automatically To reduce the blinding effect of the interior
heated as needed and when the ignition is mirror, flip the lever forward.
switched on.
Activating
1. slide the switch to the driver's
side mirror position.
2. Engage selector lever position R.
Deactivating
Slide the switch to the passenger's side mir-
ror position.
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Safety information
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Safety information
Warning
Warning The stability of the child restraint system
is limited or compromised with incorrect
The safety belt cannot be fastened cor- seat setting or improper installation of the
rectly on children shorter than 5 ft, child seat. There is a risk of injuries or
150 cm without suitable additional child danger to life. Make sure that the child re-
restraint systems. The efficacy of safety straint system fits securely against the
gear, including safety belts, can be limited backrest. If possible, adjust the backrest
or lost when safety belts are fastened in- tilt for all affected backrests and correctly
correctly. An incorrectly fastened safety adjust the seats. Make sure that seats and
belt can cause additional injuries, for in- backrests are securely engaged or locked.
stance in the event of an accident, braking If possible, adjust the height of the head
or evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of in- restraints or remove them.
juries or danger to life. Secure children
shorter than 5 ft, 150 cm using suitable
child restraint systems.
Installing child restraint sys-
Children on the front passenger tems
seat
General information
General information Pay attention to the specifications of the
Before using a child restraint system on the child restraint system manufacturer when
front passenger seat, ensure that the front, selecting, installing, and using child re-
knee, and side airbags on the front passen- straint systems.
ger side are deactivated. For automatic de- In order to facilitate the installation of a
activation of front-seat passenger airbags, back-facing child restraint system in the
refer to page 153. rear:
Safety information Move the front passenger seat as far up as
possible before folding down the backrest.
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Do not use child restraint systems which that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indica-
have been damaged or exposed to an acci- tor light lights up.
dent.
If a child restraint system and its fasten- Before installing a child restraint system in
ing system has been damaged or exposed the front passenger seat, make sure that the
to an accident, have these systems front, knee and side airbags on the front
checked and replaced by the dealer's serv- passenger side are deactivated.
ice center or another qualified service cen- Deactivate the front-seat passenger airbags
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3. Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and and that the LATCH child restraint fixing
pull it tight against the child restraint system fits securely against the backrest.
system. The safety belt is disabled.
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Safety information
Warning
If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly
used for the child restraint system, the
protective effect is reduced. There is a risk
of injury. Make sure that the upper retain-
ing strap does not run over sharp edges
and is not twisted as it passes the upper 1 Direction of travel
anchor. 2 Head restraint
3 Hook for upper retaining strap
4 Anchor
Warning
5 Seat backrest
If the rear backrest is not locked, the pro-
tective effect of the child restraint system 6 Upper retaining strap
is limited or there is none. In certain situa-
tions, for instance braking maneuvers or Attaching the upper retaining strap to
in case of an accident, the rear backrest the anchor
can fold forward. There is a risk of injuries
1. Raise the head restraint, if needed.
or danger to life. Make sure that the rear
backrests are locked. 2. On the rear seat: Guide the upper retain-
ing strap between or along both sides of
the supports of the head restraint to the
Warning anchor.
The attachment points for child restraint 3. Attach the hook of the retaining strap to
systems in the vehicle are intended for at- the anchor on the rear seat.
taching child restraint systems only. 4. Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it
When other objects are mounted, the an- down.
chors can be damaged. There is a risk of
injury or risk of damage to property. At-
tach only child restraint systems at the
corresponding attachment points.
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Driving
Vehicle features and options To save battery power when the engine is
off, switch off the ignition and any unneces-
sary electrical consumers.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with
the series. It also describes features and
Ignition off
functions that are not necessarily available Manual transmission: press the Start/Stop
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- button again without stepping on the clutch
tions or country versions. This also applies pedal.
to safety-related functions and systems. Steptronic transmission: shift to selector
When using these functions and systems, lever position P, press the Start/Stop button
the applicable laws and regulations must be again without stepping on the brake.
observed. All indicator lights in the instrument cluster
go out.
To save battery power when the engine is
Start/Stop button off, switch off the ignition and any unneces-
sary electrical consumers.
Concept
Pressing the Start/Stop button Safety measures
switches the ignition on or off The ignition is switched off automatically in
and starts the engine. the following situations while the vehicle is
Steptronic transmission: the stationary and the engine is off:
engine starts in selector lever – When locking the vehicle, even if the
position P or N with the brake pedal pressed low beams are switched on.
when you press the Start/Stop button. – Shortly before the battery is discharged
Manual transmission: the engine starts with completely, so that the engine can still
the clutch pedal pressed when the Start/ be started. This function is only availa-
Stop button is pressed. ble when the low beams are switched
off.
– When opening or closing the driver
Ignition on door, if the driver's safety belt is un-
Manual transmission: press the Start/Stop buckled and the low beams are switched
button without stepping on the clutch off.
pedal.
– While the driver's safety belt is unbuck-
Steptronic transmission: press the Start/ led with driver's door open and low
Stop button, but do not press on the brake beams off.
pedal at the same time.
– When the front doors are opened if
All vehicle systems are ready for operation. there is no other person sitting in the
Most of the indicator/warning lights in the front seats.
instrument cluster light up for a varied
length of time.
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– The low beams switch to parking lights – Shortly before the battery is discharged
after some minutes of no use. completely, so that the engine can still
Steptronic transmission: when switching off be started.
the ignition, the selector lever position P is
engaged automatically if the selector lever
position R, D or M/S is engaged. Starting the engine
Radio-ready state Safety information
General information
DANGER
In the radio-ready state, certain electrical
consumers remain ready for operation. If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila-
tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases
Activating can enter into the vehicle. The exhaust
gases contain pollutants which are color-
With the engine running, press the Start/ less and odorless. In enclosed areas, ex-
Stop button. haust gases can also accumulate outside of
If the engine is not running and the ignition the vehicle. There is danger to life. Keep
is switched on: the system automatically ac- the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient
tivates radio-ready state when the door is ventilation.
opened if the lights are switched off or the
daytime running lights are switched on.
Radio-ready state remains active if, for in- Warning
stance the ignition is automatically An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
switched off for the following reasons: and possibly roll away. There is a risk of
– Opening or closing the driver's door. accident. Before exiting, secure the vehi-
– Unfastening of the driver's safety belt. cle against rolling.
– When automatically switching from low In order to ensure that the vehicle is se-
beams to parking lights. cured against rolling away, follow the fol-
lowing:
Switching off automatically – Set the parking brake.
The radio-ready state is switched off auto- – On uphill grades or on a downhill
matically in the following situations: slope, turn the front wheels in the di-
– If the driver's or front passenger door is rection of the curb.
opened when exiting the vehicle, with – On uphill grades or on a downhill
the engine switched off manually. slope, also secure the vehicle, for in-
– If the ignition is switched off manually stance with a wheel chock.
with the Start/Stop button.
– After approx. 8 minutes.
NOTICE
– When the vehicle is locked using the
central locking system. Repeated attempts to start the vehicle or
repeated starting of the vehicle in rapid
succession can cause the starter to over-
heat. This also results in unburned or inad-
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Displays in the instrument cluster – Fogging of the windows when the auto-
matic climate control is switched on.
Instrument cluster without enhanced – The vehicle battery charge is very low.
features: display
– At higher elevations.
The display indicates that the – The hood is unlocked.
Auto Start/Stop function is
ready for an Automatic engine – The parking assistant is activated.
start. – Stop-and-go traffic.
– Selector lever in selector lever position
R, N or M/S.
The display indicates that the
conditions for an automatic
engine stop have not been Starting the engine
met. The engine starts automatically under the
following conditions:
– Manual transmission: clutch pedal is
Instrument cluster with enhanced pressed.
features: display – Steptronic transmission: by releasing
The display indicates that the the brake pedal.
Auto Start/Stop function is After the engine starts, accelerate as usual.
ready for an Automatic engine
start. Safety mode
After the engine switches off automatically,
The display indicates that the it will not start again automatically if any
conditions for an automatic one of the following conditions are met:
engine stop have not been – The driver's safety belt is unbuckled and
met. the driver's door is open.
– The hood was unlocked.
Functional limitations Some indicator lights light up for a varied
length of time.
The engine is not switched off automatically
in the following situations: The engine can only be started via the
Start/Stop button.
– Outside temperature too low.
– The outside temperature is high and au- Functional limitations
tomatic climate control is running. Even if driving off was not intended, the de-
– The car's interior has not yet been activated engine starts up automatically in
heated or cooled to the required level. the following situations:
– The engine is not yet at operating tem- – Excessive warming of the car's interior
perature. when air conditioning is switched on.
– The wheels are at a sharp angle or the – When the steering wheel is turned.
steering wheel is being turned. – Steptronic transmission: change from
– After driving in reverse. selector lever position D to R, N or M/S.
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Engine start as usual via Start/Stop button. The indicator light lights up red. The
parking brake is set.
Automatic deactivation Lower light: indicator light in Cana-
In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop dian models
function is deactivated automatically for
safety reasons, for instance if no driver is If for once use during driving is required,
detected. engage the parking brake slightly and hold
the button down.
Malfunction To prevent corrosion and one-sided brake
The Auto Start/Stop function no longer action, lightly apply the parking brake peri-
switches off the engine automatically. A odically while coasting, if traffic conditions
Check Control message is displayed. It is permit.
possible to continue driving. Have the sys- The brake lights will not light up if the park-
tem checked by a dealer's service center or ing brake is set.
another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Releasing
Warning
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
and possibly roll away. There is a risk of
accident. Before exiting, secure the vehi- Raise lever slightly, press the button and
cle against rolling. guide the lever down.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is se-
cured against rolling away, follow the fol-
lowing: Parking brake, electric
– Set the parking brake.
– On uphill grades or on a downhill Concept
slope, turn the front wheels in the di- The parking brake is used to prevent the ve-
rection of the curb. hicle from rolling when it is parked.
– On uphill grades or on a downhill
slope, also secure the vehicle, for in- Safety information
stance with a wheel chock.
Warning
Applying An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
The lever automatically engages after being and possibly roll away. There is a risk of
pulled up. accident. Before exiting, secure the vehi-
cle against rolling.
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Releasing
Releasing manually
1. Switch on the ignition.
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Malfunction NOTICE
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator If the wipers are frozen to the windshield,
light indicates that a turn signal bulb has the wiper blades can be torn off and the
failed. wiper motor can overheat when switching
on. There is a risk of damage to property,
High beams, headlight flasher among other potential damage. Defrost the
Press the lever forward or pull it backward. windshield prior to switching the wipers
on.
Switching on
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Warning
The washer fluid can freeze onto the win-
dow at low temperatures and obstruct the
view. There is a risk of accident. Only use
the washer systems, if the washer fluid
cannot freeze. Use washer fluid with anti- Switching on
freeze, if needed.
Turn the outer switch upward.
– Resting position of the wiper, posi-
NOTICE tion 0.
When the washer fluid reservoir is empty, – Intermittent mode, arrow 1. When re-
the wash pump cannot work as intended. verse gear is engaged, the system
There is a risk of damage to property, switches to continuous operation.
among other potential damage. Do not use
the washer system when the washer fluid Clean the rear window
reservoir is empty. Turn the outer switch in the desired direc-
tion.
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Warning
If the wipers start moving in the folded
away state, body parts can be jammed or
damage may occur to parts of the vehicle. Folding down the wipers
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Make sure that the vehicle is After the wipers are folded back down, the
switched off when the wipers are in the wiper system must be reactivated.
folded away state and the wipers are 1. Fold the wipers back down onto the
folded in when switching on. windshield.
2. Switch on the ignition.
3. Push wiper lever down. Wipers return
NOTICE
to their resting position and are ready
If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, again for operation.
the wiper blades can be torn off and the
wiper motor can overheat when switching
on. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Defrost the
windshield prior to switching the wipers
on.
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Warning
If the wipers start moving in the folded
away state, body parts can be jammed or
damage may occur to parts of the vehicle.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Make sure that the vehicle is
switched off when the wipers are in the
folded away state and the wipers are Press the lever down.
folded in when switching on. – To switch off from fast wiper speed:
press down twice.
– To switch off from normal wiper speed:
NOTICE press down once.
If the wipers are frozen to the windshield, – Brief wipe: press down once.
the wiper blades can be torn off and the The lever automatically returns to its initial
wiper motor can overheat when switching position when released.
on. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Defrost the Interval mode or rain sensor
windshield prior to switching the wipers
on. Concept
The rain sensor automatically controls the
Switching on time between wipes depending on the in-
tensity of the rainfall.
General information
The sensor is located on the windshield, di-
rectly in front of the interior mirror. With-
out the rain sensor, the frequency of the
wiper operation is preset.
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Activating/deactivating
Turn the thumbwheel.
With deactivated rain sensor: set the inter-
val.
With activated rain sensor: set the rain sen-
sor sensitivity.
Up: short interval or high sensitivity of the
rain sensor.
Down: long interval or low sensitivity of the
rain sensor.
Press the button on the wiper lever.
Wiping is started.
If the vehicle is equipped with a rain sensor:
Windshield washer system
the LED in the wiper lever is illuminated.
Safety information
In frosty conditions, wiper operation may
not start.
If a journey is interrupted with the rain sen- Warning
sor switched on: if the trip is resumed The washer fluid can freeze onto the win-
within approx. 15 minutes, the rain sensor dow at low temperatures and obstruct the
is automatically activated again. view. There is a risk of accident. Only use
the washer systems, if the washer fluid
cannot freeze. Use washer fluid with anti-
freeze, if needed.
NOTICE
When the washer fluid reservoir is empty,
the wash pump cannot work as intended.
There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Do not use
the washer system when the washer fluid
reservoir is empty.
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Warning
If the wipers start moving in the folded
away state, body parts can be jammed or
damage may occur to parts of the vehicle.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Make sure that the vehicle is
switched off when the wipers are in the
folded away state and the wipers are
folded in when switching on.
Switching on
Turn the outer switch upward.
– Resting position of the wiper, posi- NOTICE
tion 0. If the wipers are frozen to the windshield,
– Intermittent mode, arrow 1. When re- the wiper blades can be torn off and the
verse gear is engaged, the system wiper motor can overheat when switching
switches to continuous operation. on. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Defrost the
Clean the rear window windshield prior to switching the wipers
on.
Turn the outer switch in the desired direc-
tion.
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Warning
3. Fold the wipers all the way away from
the windshield. Some antifreeze agents can contain harm-
ful substances and are flammable. There is
a risk of fire and a risk of injury. Follow
the instructions on the containers. Keep
antifreeze away from ignition sources. Do
not refill operating materials into different
bottles. Store operating materials out of
reach of children.
United States: the washer fluid mixture ra-
tio is regulated by the U.S. EPA and many
individual states; do not exceed the allow-
able washer fluid dilution ratio limits that
Folding down the wipers apply. Follow the usage instructions on the
After the wipers are folded back down, the washer fluid container.
wiper system must be reactivated. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Con-
1. Fold the wipers back down onto the centrate or the equivalent is recom-
windshield. mended.
2. Switch on the ignition.
3. Push wiper lever down. Wipers return Warning
to their resting position and are ready
again for operation. Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on
contact with hot engine parts. There is a
risk of injury or risk of damage to prop-
erty. Only add washer fluid when the en-
gine is cooled down. Next, fully close the
lid of the washer fluid reservoir.
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NOTICE
Silicon-containing additives in the washer Safety information
fluid for the water-repelling effect on the
windows can lead to damage to the wash-
ing system. There is a risk of damage to Warning
property, among other potential damage. An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
Do not add silicon-containing additives to and possibly roll away. There is a risk of
the washer fluid. accident. Before exiting, secure the vehi-
cle against rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is se-
NOTICE cured against rolling away, follow the fol-
Mixing different windshield washer con- lowing:
centrates or antifreeze can damage the – Set the parking brake.
washing system. There is a risk of damage
– On uphill grades or on a downhill
to property, among other potential dam-
slope, turn the front wheels in the di-
age. Do not mix different windshield
rection of the curb.
washer concentrates or antifreeze. Follow
the information and mixing ratios pro- – On uphill grades or on a downhill
vided on the containers. slope, also secure the vehicle, for in-
stance with a wheel chock.
Overview
NOTICE
When shifting to a lower gear, excessive
speeds can damage the engine. There is a
risk of damage to property, among other
potential damage. When shifting into 5th
or 6th gear, press the gearshift lever to the
right.
Schematic diagram
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment.
Malfunction
The use of undiluted windshield washer
concentrate or alcohol-based antifreeze can
lead to incorrect readings at temperatures
below +5 ℉/-15 ℃.
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cally returns to the center position when 1. Start the engine while pressing on the
released. brake pedal.
2. If necessary, release the parking brake.
3. Depress the brake pedal.
4. Touch the selector lever lock and en-
gage selector lever position N.
5. Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains
switched on, and a Check Control mes-
sage is displayed.
The vehicle can roll.
Engaging selector lever position P
Irrespective of the ignition, the selector
lever position P is automatically engaged af-
ter approx. 15 minutes.
If there is a malfunction, you may not be
able to change the selector lever position.
Electronically unlock the transmission lock,
if needed, refer to page 120.
Kickdown
Press button P. Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driv-
ing performance. Step on the accelerator
pedal beyond the resistance point at the full
Rolling or pushing the vehicle throttle position.
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Activating the Sport program Manual mode M/S becomes active and the
gear is changed.
The engaged gear is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster, for instance M1.
Shifting
– To shift down: press the selector lever
forward.
– To shift up: pull the selector lever rear-
wards.
Press the selector lever to the left from se- The Steptronic transmission continues
lector lever position D. shifting automatically in certain situations,
The engaged gear is displayed in the instru- for instance when certain engine speed lim-
ment cluster, for instance S1. its are reached.
The sport program of the transmission is ac- When M2 is set manually while the vehicle
tivated. is stationary, the transmission will no lon-
ger shift back to M1. This shifting behavior
is retained until you engage M1 manually or
Ending the Sport program exit M.
Press the selector lever to the right.
D is displayed in the instrument cluster. Avoiding automatic upshifting
Once a particular engine speed is attained,
Manual mode M/S M/S manual mode is automatically up-
shifted as needed.
Concept John Cooper Works: once particular engine
Manual gear-shifting is possible in manual speeds are attained, upshifting is not auto-
mode. matically performed in M/S manual mode.
For vehicles with Steptronic Sport transmis-
Activating manual mode sion, automatic shift operations are not per-
1. Press the selector lever to the left from formed if one of the following conditions is
selector lever position D, arrow 1. met:
– DSC is deactivated.
– TRACTION is activated.
In addition, there is no downshifting for
kickdown.
With the appropriate transmission version,
the lowest possible gear can be selected by
simultaneously activating kickdown and op-
erating the left shift paddles. This is not
possible by switching briefly via the shift
2. Press the selector lever forward or pull paddles from selector lever position D to
it backward, arrows 2. manual mode M/S.
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System limits
An experienced driver may be able to ach-
ieve better acceleration values in DSC OFF
mode.
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Displays
Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies
to safety-related functions and systems.
This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems,
specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be
the series. It also describes features and observed.
functions that are not necessarily available
Instrument cluster
Instrument cluster without enhanced features: overview
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Steering system
DSC Dynamic Stability Control is
deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Steering system may not be working.
Control is activated Have the system checked by a deal-
DSC is deactivated or DTC is acti- er's service center or another quali-
vated. fied service center or repair shop.
DSC, refer to page 175, and DTC, re-
fer to page 176. Emissions
– The warning light lights up:
Flat Tire Monitor FTM Emissions are deteriorating.
The FTM signals a loss of tire infla- Have the vehicle checked as soon
tion pressure in a tire. as possible.
Reduce your speed and stop cau- – The warning light flashes under certain
tiously. Avoid sudden braking and steering circumstances:
maneuvers. This indicates that there is excessive
Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 160. misfiring in the engine.
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Reduce the vehicle speed and have the the control elements on the steering wheel.
system checked immediately; otherwise,
serious engine misfiring within a brief
Speed Limiter
period can seriously damage emission
control components, in particular the The indicator light illuminates: the
catalytic converter. system is switched on.
Socket for Onboard Diagnosis, refer to The indicator light flashes: the set
page 278. speed limit has been exceeded. If this hap-
pens, a signal sounds.
Green lights Reduce speed or deactivate system.
High-beam Assistant
High-beam Assistant is switched on.
High beams are switched on and off
automatically depending on the traf-
fic situation. Press the button on the turn signal lever.
High-beam Assistant, refer to page 147.
Continuous display
Cruise control Some Check Control messages are displayed
The system is switched on. It main- continuously and are not cleared until the
tains the speed that was set using malfunction is eliminated. If several mal-
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functions occur at once, the messages are Depending on the Check Control message,
displayed consecutively. further help can be selected.
The messages can be hidden for approx. Via the Central Information Display (CID):
8 seconds. After this time, they are dis-
played again automatically. 1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle status"
Temporary display 3. Tilt the Controller to the left.
Some Check Control messages are hidden 4. "Check Control"
automatically after approx. 20 seconds. The
Check Control messages are stored and can 5. Select the desired text message.
be displayed again later. 6. Select the desired setting.
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Date
Displaying the cruising range
The date is displayed in the in- Via the Central Information Display (CID):
strument cluster.
1. "My MINI"
Set the date on the Central In-
formation Display (CID), refer 2. "System settings"
to page 48. 3. "Displays"
4. "Instrument panel"
5. "Range"
Range
General information Current consumption
When the remaining range is low:
– A Check Control message is displayed Concept
briefly. Displays the current fuel consumption.
– The remaining range is shown on the Check whether you are currently driving in
trip computer. an efficient and environmentally-friendly
– With a sporty driving style, for instance manner.
fast cornering, the engine function is
not always ensured. Displaying the current
The Check Control message appears contin- consumption
uously below a range of approx. Via the Central Information Display (CID):
30 miles/50 km.
1. "My MINI"
Safety information 2. "System settings"
3. "Displays"
NOTICE 4. "Instrument panel"
With a driving distance of less than 5. "Current consumption"
30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer
have sufficient fuel. Engine functions are
not ensured anymore. There is a risk of
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Symbols Description
Concept
No service is currently re-
The function displays the service notifica-
quired.
tions and the corresponding maintenance
scopes.
The time for recommended
maintenance or a legally
General information mandated inspection is ap-
After the ignition is switched on the instru- proaching.
ment cluster briefly displays available driv-
ing distance or time to the next scheduled Service interval is exceeded.
maintenance.
A service advisor can read out the current
service notifications from your vehicle key. Entering appointment dates
Enter the dates for the mandatory vehicle
Display inspections.
Detailed information on service Make sure that the vehicle's date and time
notifications are set correctly.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
More information on the type of service re-
quired may be displayed on the Control Dis- 1. "My MINI"
play.
2. "Vehicle status"
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
3. Tilt the Controller to the left.
1. "My MINI" 4. "Service required"
2. "Vehicle status" 5. "Vehicle inspection"
3. Tilt the Controller to the left. 6. "Date:"
4. "Service required" 7. Select the desired setting.
Maintenance work and legally mandated
inspections are displayed. Automatic Service Request
5. Select an entry to call up detailed infor- Data regarding the service status or legally
mation. mandated vehicle inspections is automati-
cally transmitted to your dealer’s service
center before your vehicle is due for serv-
ice.
You can check when your dealer’s service
center was notified.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle status"
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System limits
The system may not be fully functional and
may provide incorrect information in the
following situations:
The camera is installed near the interior – In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snow-
mirror. fall.
Keep the windshield in front of the interior – When traffic signs are fully or partially
mirror clean and clear. concealed by objects, stickers or paint.
– When driving very close to the vehicle
Display in front of you.
– When driving toward bright lights or
Depending on the vehicle equipment, Speed
strong reflections.
Limit Info is displayed permanently in the
instrument cluster or via the trip computer. – When the windshield in front of the in-
terior mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov-
ered by a sticker, etc.
– In the event of incorrect detection by
the camera.
– If the speed limits stored in the naviga-
tion system are incorrect.
– In areas not covered by the navigation
system.
– When roads differ from the navigation,
Press button on the turn signal lever several such as due to changes in road routing.
times, if needed. – When passing buses or trucks with a
speed sticker.
Speed Limit Info is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster. – If the traffic signs are non-conforming.
– When traffic signs that are valid for a
Speed Limit Info parallel road are detected.
The last speed limit detected. – During calibration of the camera imme-
diately after vehicle delivery.
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Information at a glance
Repeatedly pressing the but-
ton on the turn signal lever
calls up the following informa-
tion:
– Range.
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General information
If the engine oil or coolant, and thus the en-
gine, become too hot, a Check Control mes- Distance to destination
sage is displayed too. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the
When the engine temperature is too distance remaining to the destination is dis-
high, a red indicator light is dis- played if a destination is entered in the nav-
played. igation system before the trip is started.
The distance to the destination is adopted
When the engine oil temperature is automatically.
too high, a red indicator light is dis-
played. Time of arrival
To check the coolant level, refer to Depending on the vehicle equipment, the
page 275. estimated time of arrival is displayed if a
destination is entered in the navigation sys-
Instrument cluster without enhanced tem before the trip is started.
features: display The time must be correctly set.
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Display 3. "Displays"
4. "Center Instrument"
5. "Brightness at night"
6. Turn the Controller until the desired
brightness is set.
7. Press the Controller.
The setting is stored for the driver profile
currently used.
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Display visibility
The visibility of the displays in the Head-up
Display is influenced by the following fac-
tors: 1 Vehicle speed
– Certain seat positions. 2 Shift point indicator
– Objects on the cover of the Head-up Dis- 3 Gear display
play. 4 Current engine speed
– Sunglasses with certain polarization fil- 5 Warning field, speed
ters.
– Wet roads.
– Unfavorable light conditions.
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Vehicle status
General information
The status can be displayed and actions per-
formed for several systems.
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Lights
Vehicle features and options Icon Function
Parking lights.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with
the series. It also describes features and Low beams.
functions that are not necessarily available
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies Instrument lighting.
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be
observed.
Parking lights, low beams and
roadside parking lights
Overview
General information
Switches in the vehicle
Position of switch: , ,
If the driver's door is opened when the igni-
tion is switched off, the exterior lighting is
automatically switched off.
Parking lights
Position of switch:
The vehicle is illuminated on all sides.
Do not use the parking lights for extended
The light switch element is located next to periods; otherwise, the battery may become
the steering wheel. discharged and it would then be impossible
to start the engine.
Icon Function When parking, switch on the one-sided
Bad weather light. roadside parking light, refer to page 146.
Low beams
Automatic headlight control. Position of switch:
Cornering light. The low beams light up when the ignition is
switched on.
Lights off.
Daytime running lights.
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The system responds to light from oncom- The system is not fully functional in the fol-
ing traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, lowing situations, and driver intervention
and to ambient lighting, for instance in may be necessary:
towns and cities. – In very unfavorable weather conditions,
The high beams can be switched on and off such as fog or heavy precipitation.
manually at any time. – When detecting poorly-lit road users
such as pedestrians, cyclists, horseback
Activating/deactivating riders and wagons; when driving close
to train or ship traffic; or at animal
crossings.
– In tight curves, on hilltops or in depres-
sions, in crossing traffic or half-ob-
scured oncoming traffic on highways.
– In poorly-lit towns and cities or in the
presence of highly reflective signs.
– When the windshield in front of the in-
terior mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov-
Position of switch, depending on the vehicle ered with stickers, etc.
equipment: ,
Press the button on the turn signal lever.
Fog lights
The indicator light in the instrument
cluster is illuminated when the low Bad weather light
beams are switched on.
The headlights are automatically switched Concept
between low beams and high beams. The bad weather light ensures optimized il-
The blue indicator light in the instru- lumination of the roadway in poor visibility,
ment cluster lights up when the sys- such as fog or rain. The light distribution of
tem switches on the high beams. the low beams is adapted to the visibility.
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Ambient light
Interior lights
General information
General information Depending on the equipment version, light-
Depending on the equipment, the interior ing can be adjusted for some lights in the
lights, footwell lights, entry lights, and cour- car's interior.
tesy lights are controlled automatically.
The thumbwheel for the instrument lighting Activating/deactivating
controls brightness of some of these fea- Via the Central Information Display (CID):
tures.
1. "My MINI"
Overview 2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Lighting"
4. "Interior lighting"
5. "Ambient lighting"
6. Select the desired setting.
Settings are stored for the profile currently
used.
Changing color
1 Interior lights Push the switch forward or back:
2 Reading lights manual color change.
3 Ambient light Press the switch forward or back-
ward and hold for approx. 3 seconds
until the Ambient Light flashes sev-
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Safety
Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies
to safety-related functions and systems.
This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems,
specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be
the series. It also describes features and observed.
functions that are not necessarily available
Airbags
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The ignition and inflation noise may lead to Airbag system malfunctioning
short-term and, in most cases, temporary – Warning light does not come on when
hearing impairment in sensitive occupants. the ignition is switched on.
Vehicle modifications for a person with dis- – The warning light lights up continu-
abilities may affect the air bag system; con- ously.
tact MINI Customer Relations for further in-
formation.
Automatic deactivation of the
Warnings and information on the airbags front-seat passenger airbags
are also found on the sun visors.
Concept
Functional readiness of the airbag
The system reads if the front passenger seat
system is occupied by measuring the human body's
resistance.
Safety information
Front, knee, and side airbag on the front
passenger's side are activated or deacti-
Warning vated.
Individual components can be hot after
triggering of the airbag system. There is a General information
risk of injury. Do not touch individual Before transporting a child on the front pas-
components. senger seat, refer to the safety information
and instructions for children on the front
passenger seat, see Children.
Warning
Improperly executed work can lead to fail- Safety information
ure, malfunction or unintentional trigger-
ing of the airbag system. In the case of a Warning
malfunction, the airbag system might not
To ensure the front-seat passenger airbag
trigger as intended despite the accident
function, the system must be able to de-
severity. There is a risk of injuries or dan-
tect whether a person is sitting in the
ger to life. Have the airbag system
front passenger seat. The entire seat cush-
checked, repaired, dismantled and scrap-
ion area must be used for this purpose.
ped by a dealer’s service center or another
There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.
qualified service center or repair shop.
Make sure that the front passenger keeps
his or her feet in the floor area.
Correct function
When the ignition is switched on, Malfunction of the automatic
the warning light in the instrument deactivation system
cluster lights up briefly and thereby When transporting older children and
indicates the operational readiness of the adults, the front-seat passenger airbags may
entire airbag system and the belt tensioner. be deactivated in certain seat positions. In
this case, the indicator light for the front-
seat passenger airbags lights up.
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In this case, change the seat position so – The indicator light does not light up
that the front-seat passenger airbags are ac- when, for instance a correctly seated
tivated and the indicator light goes out. person of sufficient size is detected on
If it is not possible to activate the airbags, the seat. The airbags on the front pas-
have the person sit in the rear. senger side are activated.
To enable correct recognition of the occu-
pied seat cushion.
Detected child restraint systems
The system generally detects children
– Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats
seated in a child restraint system, particu-
or other items to the front passenger
larly in child restraint systems required by
seat unless they are specifically deter-
NHTSA at the point in time when the vehi-
mined to be safe for use on the front
cle was manufactured. After installing a
passenger seat.
child restraint system, make sure that the
– Do not place any electronic devices on indicator light for the front-seat passenger
the front passenger seat if a child re- airbags lights up. This indicates that the
straint system is to be installed on it. child restraint system has been detected
– Do not place objects under the seat that and the front-seat passenger airbags are not
could press against the seat from below. activated.
– No moisture in or on the seat.
Strength of the driver's and front-
Indicator light for the front-seat seat passenger airbag
passenger airbags The explosive power that activates driver's/
front-seat passenger airbags very much de-
pends on the positions of the driver's/front
passenger seat.
To maintain the accuracy of this function
over the long-term, calibrate the front seats
as soon as a relevant Check Control mes-
sage is displayed. A message also appears
on the Control Display.
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1. Move the respective seat all the way for- – After the tire inflation pressure was ad-
ward. justed to a new value, a reset was per-
formed.
2. Move the respective seat forward again.
The seat moves forward briefly. – Wheels with TPM wheel electronics.
3. Readjust the seat to the desired posi-
tion.
Status display
The calibration procedure is completed Current status
when the Check Control message disap-
pears. The system status can be displayed on the
Control Display, e.g., whether or not the sys-
If the message continues to be displayed, tem is active.
repeat the calibration.
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
If the message does not disappear after a re-
peat calibration, have the system checked 1. "My MINI"
as soon as possible. 2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Tire Pressure Monitor"
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The current status is displayed.
Tire conditions
Concept
The system monitors tire inflation pressure General information
in the four mounted tires. The system warns
Tire and system status are indicated by the
you if there is a significant loss of pressure
color of the wheels and a text message on
in one or more tires.
the Control Display.
General information All wheels green
Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire System is active and will issue a warning re-
inflation pressure and, depending on the lated to the tire inflation pressures stored
model, the tire temperature. during the last reset.
Further information and instructions on us-
ing the system can also be found under Tire One to four yellow wheels
inflation pressure, refer to page 246.
A flat tire or major drop in the tire inflation
pressure has occurred in the indicated tires.
Functional requirements
The following conditions must be met for Gray wheels
the system; otherwise, reliable message of a It may not be possible to identify tire infla-
loss of tire inflation pressure is not assured: tion pressure losses.
– After a tire or wheel replacement, a re- Possible causes:
set was performed with the correct tire
inflation pressure. – Malfunction.
– The system is being reset.
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Use of sealant, for instance from the flat tire ing distance may be less but may also be
kit, may damage the TPM wheel electronics. more if an economical driving style is used.
In this case, have the electronics checked If the vehicle is loaded with an average
and replaced at the next opportunity. weight and used under favorable conditions,
the distance for which it may be safe to
Run-flat tires drive may be up to 50 miles/80 km.
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Sudden tire pressure loss bel. (If your vehicle has tires of a different
The system cannot indicate sudden serious size than the size indicated on the vehicle
tire damage caused by external circumstan- placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
ces. should determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.) As an added safety
Failure performing a reset feature, your vehicle has been equipped
with a tire pressure monitoring system
The system does not function properly if a (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure
reset has not been carried out, for instance telltale when one or more of your tires is
a flat tire is reported though tire inflation significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
pressures are correct. when the low tire pressure telltale illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires
Malfunction as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
The yellow warning light flashes and proper pressure. Driving on a significantly
is then illuminated continuously. A under-inflated tire causes the tire to over-
Check Control message is displayed. heat and can lead to tire failure. Under-infla-
It may not be possible to identify tire pres- tion also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
sure losses. tread life, and may affect the vehicle's han-
dling and stopping ability. Please note that
Examples and recommendations in the fol-
the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
lowing situations:
maintenance, and it is the driver's responsi-
– A wheel without TPM wheel electronics, bility to maintain correct tire pressure, even
for instance an emergency wheel, is if under-inflation has not reached the level
mounted: have it checked by a dealer’s to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire
service center or another qualified serv- pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been
ice center or repair shop as needed. equipped with a TPMS malfunction indica-
– Malfunction: have system checked by a tor to indicate when the system is not oper-
dealer’s service center or another quali- ating properly. The TPMS malfunction indi-
fied service center or repair shop. cator is combined with the low tire pressure
– The system was unable to complete the telltale. When the system detects a mal-
reset. Perform a system reset again. function, the telltale will flash for approxi-
mately one minute and then remain contin-
– Interference caused by systems or devi- uously illuminated. This sequence will
ces with the same radio frequency: after continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups
leaving the area of the interference, the as long as the malfunction exists. When the
system automatically becomes active malfunction indicator is illuminated, the
again. system may not be able to detect or signal
low tire pressure as intended. TPMS mal-
Declaration according to NHTSA/ functions may occur for a variety of rea-
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring sons, including the installation of replace-
System ment or alternate tires or wheels on the
Each tire, including the spare (if provided) vehicle that prevent the TPMS from func-
should be checked monthly when cold and tioning properly. Always check the TPMS
inflated to the inflation pressure recom- malfunction telltale after replacing one or
mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the more tires or wheels on your vehicle to en-
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure la- sure that the replacement or alternate tires
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stability. There is a risk of accident. Do not may not have been initialized. In this
continue driving if the vehicle is equipped case, initialize the system.
with normal tires. Follow the information If identification of flat tire damage is
on run-flat tires and continued driving not possible, please contact a dealer’s
with these tires. service center or another qualified serv-
ice center or repair shop.
Indication of a flat tire 2. Repair the flat tire, e.g., with a flat tire
kit or by changing the wheel.
A yellow warning light is illuminated
Use of sealant, for instance from the flat tire
in the instrument cluster.
kit, may damage the TPM wheel electronics.
In this case, have the electronics checked
In addition, a icon with a Check Control
and replaced at the next opportunity.
message appears on the Control Display.
Icon Possible cause Run-flat tires
There is a flat tire or a major loss
in tire inflation pressure. Safety information
Warning
Measure
The vehicle handles differently when a
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. run-flat tire has insufficient or no tire
Avoid sudden braking and steering ma- pressure; for instance, reduced lane stabil-
neuvers. ity when braking, braking distances are
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with longer and the self-steering properties will
normal tires or run-flat tires. change. There is a risk of accident. Drive
Run-flat tires, refer to page 256, are la- moderately and do not exceed a speed of
beled with a circular icon containing the 50 mph/80 km/h.
letters RSC marked on the tire's side-
wall. Maximum speed
You may continue driving with a damaged
Actions in the event of a flat tire tire at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
Normal tires Continued driving with a flat tire
1. Identify the damaged tire. If continuing to drive with a damaged tire:
To do this, check the tire inflation pres-
sure in all four tires, for instance using 1. Avoid sudden braking and steering ma-
the tire pressure gage of a flat tire kit. neuvers.
If the tire inflation pressure in all four 2. Do not exceed a speed of
tires is correct, the Tire Pressure Moni- 50 mph/80 km/h.
tor may not have been reset. In this 3. Check the tire inflation pressure in all
case, perform the reset. four tires at the next opportunity.
If the tire inflation pressure in all four If the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor tires is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor
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may not have been initialized. In this nized. Therefore, check the tire inflation
case, initialize the system. pressure regularly.
– Sudden serious tire damage caused by
Possible driving distance with a external circumstances cannot be recog-
depressurized tire nized in advance.
The distance for which it may be possible to – When the system has not been initial-
drive safely varies depending on how the ized.
vehicle is loaded and used, e.g., speed, road
– When driving on a snowy or slippery
conditions, outside temperature. The driv-
road surface.
ing distance may be less but may also be
more if an economical driving style is used. – Sporty driving style: spinning traction
wheels, high lateral acceleration (drift-
If the vehicle is loaded with an average
ing).
weight and used under favorable conditions,
the distance for which it may be safe to – When driving with tire chains.
drive may be up to 50 miles/80 km.
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Button in the vehicle
Safety information
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the vehicle approaching another object at a accident or risk of damage to property. Ac-
high speed. tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the
The driver must intervene actively when information in this Owner’s Manual re-
there is an acute warning. If necessary, the garding the scope of the system’s opera-
driver is assisted by a minor automatic tion and limitations.
brake intervention in a possible risk of colli-
sion.
Detection range
Acute warnings may be provided even when
there has been no prior warning. The system's detection potential is limited.
Thus, a system reaction might not come or
Brake intervention might come late.
The warning prompts the driver to inter- The following situations may not be de-
vene. While a warning is active, the maxi- tected, for example:
mum braking force is used when the brake – Slow moving vehicles when you ap-
is applied. In order to activate the Brake As- proach them at high speed.
sistant function, you must apply the brakes – Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front
quickly and forcefully. If there is a risk of of you, or sharply decelerating vehicles.
collision, the system may assist with brak-
ing. When the vehicle is traveling at a low – Vehicles with an unusual rear appear-
speed, the vehicle may come to a complete ance.
stop. – Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you.
Manual transmission: during a brake inter-
vention up to a complete stop, the engine Functional limitations
may be shut down. The system may be limited in the following
The driver may interrupt the braking inter- situations:
vention function by stepping on the acceler- – In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snow-
ator pedal or by actively moving the steer- fall.
ing wheel. – In tight curves.
The system’s ability to detect objects may – If the field of view of the camera or the
be limited in some circumstances. Refer to windshield is dirty or covered.
the information in this Owner’s Manual re-
– If the driving stability control systems
garding the limitations of the system and
are deactivated, for instance DSC OFF.
actively intervene as warranted.
– Up to 10 seconds after the start of the
System limits engine via the Start/Stop button.
– During calibration of the camera imme-
Safety information diately after vehicle delivery.
– If there are constant blinding effects be-
cause of oncoming light, for instance
Warning
from the sun low in the sky.
The system is designed to operate in cer-
tain conditions and circumstances. Due to Warning sensitivity
conditions or other factors, the system
may not respond. There may be a risk of The more sensitive the warning settings
are, the more warnings are displayed.
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Therefore, there may also be an excess of – Expanded area, arrow 2, to the right and
premature or unjustified warnings and reac- left of the central area.
tions. A collision is imminent if pedestrians are lo-
cated within the central area. A warning is
issued about pedestrians who are located
Pedestrian Collision Warning within the extended area only if they are
with City Collision Mitigation moving in the direction of the central area.
Warning
Due to system limits, individual functions
can malfunction during tow-starting/
towing with the Intelligent Safety systems
activated. There is a risk of accident.
Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off
The detection area in front of the vehicle is prior to tow-starting/towing.
divided into two areas:
– Central area, arrow 1, directly in front of
the vehicle.
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Manual transmission: during a brake inter- – Pedestrians having a body size less than
vention up to a complete stop, the engine 32 in/80 cm.
may be shut down.
The driver may interrupt the braking inter- Functional limitations
vention function by stepping on the acceler- The system may be limited or may not be
ator pedal or by actively moving the steer- available in the following situations:
ing wheel. – In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snow-
The system’s ability to detect objects may fall.
be limited in some circumstances. Refer to – In tight curves.
the information in this Owner’s Manual re-
garding the limitations of the system and – If the field of view of the camera or the
actively intervene as warranted. windshield is dirty or covered.
– If the driving stability control systems
System limits are deactivated, for instance DSC OFF.
– Up to 10 seconds after the start of the
Safety information engine via the Start/Stop button.
– During calibration of the camera imme-
Warning diately after vehicle delivery.
The system is designed to operate in cer- – If there are constant blinding effects be-
tain conditions and circumstances. Due to cause of oncoming light, for instance
conditions or other factors, the system from the sun low in the sky.
may not respond. There may be a risk of – When it is dark outside.
accident or risk of damage to property. Ac-
tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the
information in this Owner’s Manual re- Lane departure warning
garding the scope of the system’s opera-
tion and limitations.
Concept
The lane departure warning alerts when the
Detection range vehicle on roads with lane markings is
The detection potential of the camera is lim- about to leave the lane.
ited.
Thus, a warning might not be issued or be General information
issued late. Depending on the country version, the sys-
The following situations may not be de- tem issues a warning at speeds between
tected, for example: 35 mph/55 km/h and 45 mph/70 km/h.
– Partially covered pedestrians. Warnings are issued by means of a steering
wheel vibration. The time of the warning
– Pedestrians that are not detected as may vary depending on the current driving
such because of the viewing angle or situation.
contour.
The system does not provide a warning if
– Pedestrians outside of the detection the turn signal is set before leaving the
range. lane.
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Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute
for the driver’s personal judgment in as-
sessing road and traffic situation. There is
a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to
traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Do not jerk the steering wheel in response
to a warning. The camera is installed near the interior
mirror.
Keep the windshield in front of the interior
Warning mirror clean and clear.
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver’s personal judg- Switching on/off
ment. Due to its limits, the system may not
issue warnings or reactions, or these may
Switching on automatically
be issued late or in a manner that is not
consistent with their normal use. There is The lane departure warning is automatically
a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to activated after departure, if the function
traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely was switched on the last time the engine
and actively intervene where appropriate. was stopped.
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Exceeding the speed limit When the speed limit is switched on, DSC
When necessary, the speed limit can be in- Dynamic Stability Control is switched on as
tentionally overcome by stepping on the well, if needed.
gas.
Switching off
When the vehicle speed exceeds the set
speed limit, a warning is issued. Press the button on the steering
wheel.
No brake intervention
The system switches off automatically in
If the set speed limit is reached or uninten- the following situations, for example:
tionally exceeded, such as when driving
– When shifting into reverse gear.
downhill, the vehicle is not actively braked.
– When the engine is switched off.
When the speed limit is set during a trip to
a value below the driving speed, the vehicle – When cruise control is switched on.
coasts until its driving speed drops below – On activation of Dynamic Traction Con-
the set speed limit. trol DTC or deactivation of DSC.
The displays go out.
Overview
Changing the speed limit
Steering wheel buttons, left or button: press up or down repeat-
edly until the desired speed limit is set.
Button Function
– or button: each time it is pressed
System on/off. to the resistance point, the speed limit
increases or decreases by 1 mph,
Increase the speed limit. 1 km/h.
– or button: each time it is pressed
Reduce the speed limit. past the resistance point, the desired
speed changes by a maximum of 5 mph/
10 km/h.
Operation When the speed limit is set during a trip to
a value below the current speed, the vehicle
Switching on coasts until it drops to the set speed limit.
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PostCrash – iBrake
Concept
In the event of an accident, the system can
bring the vehicle to a halt automatically
without intervention by the driver in cer-
tain situations. This can reduce the risk of a
further collision and the consequences
thereof.
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Selected program
The instrument cluster dis-
plays the selected program.
Drive-off assistant
Concept
This system supports driving off on uphill
grades. The parking brake is not required.
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Driving comfort
Vehicle features and options General information
A camera on the interior mirror is used to
This chapter describes all standard, country- detect vehicles driving ahead.
specific and optional features offered with Depending on the settings, the cruise con-
the series. It also describes features and trol settings may change under certain con-
functions that are not necessarily available ditions.
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies Safety information
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be Warning
observed. The system cannot serve as a substitute
for the driver’s personal judgment in as-
sessing the traffic situation. Based on the
Camera-based cruise control limits of the system, it cannot independ-
ently react to all traffic situations. There is
a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to
Concept traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely
Using this system, a desired speed and a and actively intervene where appropriate.
distance to a vehicle ahead can be adjusted
using the buttons on the steering wheel.
The system maintains the desired speed on Warning
clear roads. The vehicle accelerates or The desired speed can be incorrectly ad-
brakes automatically. justed or called up by mistake. There is a
If a vehicle is driving ahead of you, the sys- risk of accident. Adjust the desired speed
tem adjusts the speed of your vehicle so to the traffic conditions. Watch traffic
that the set distance to the vehicle ahead is closely and actively intervene where ap-
maintained. The speed is adjusted as far as propriate.
the given situation allows.
The distance can be adjusted in several
steps. For safety reasons, it depends on the Warning
respective speed.
Risk of accident due to too high speed dif-
With the Stop&Go function for Steptronic ferences to other vehicles, for instance in
transmissions: if the vehicle ahead of you the following situations:
brakes to a halt, and then proceeds to drive
– When fast approaching a slowly mov-
again shortly thereafter, the system is able
ing vehicle.
to detect this within the given system lim-
its. – Vehicle suddenly swerving into own
lane.
– When fast approaching standing ve-
hicles.
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There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Buttons are arranged according to vehicle's
Watch traffic closely and actively inter- series, optional features and country speci-
vene where appropriate. fications.
Camera
Warning
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
and possibly roll away. There is a risk of
accident. Before exiting, secure the vehi-
cle against rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is se-
cured against rolling away, follow the fol-
lowing:
– Set the parking brake.
– On uphill grades or on a downhill The camera is installed near the interior
slope, turn the front wheels in the di- mirror.
rection of the curb. Keep the windshield in front of the interior
– On uphill grades or on a downhill mirror clean and clear.
slope, also secure the vehicle, for in-
stance with a wheel chock. Functional requirements
The system is best used on well-constructed
Overview roads.
The system is functional at speeds begin-
Buttons on the steering wheel ning at approx. 20 mph/30 km/h.
With the Stop&Go function for Steptronic
Button Function transmissions: the system can also be acti-
Cruise control on/off, refer to vated while the vehicle is stationary.
page 181. The max. speed that can be set is
Pause cruise control, refer to 85 mph/140 km/h.
page 181. Manual transmission: Active Cruise Control
Continue cruise control with the is interrupted below a speed of approx.
last setting, refer to page 182. 20 mph/30 km/h. The system does not
brake to a stop.
Reduce distance, refer to If distance control is switched off, refer to
page 182. page 183, higher desired speeds can be se-
Increase the distance, refer to lected as well.
page 182.
Increase speed, refer to
page 181.
Reduce speed, refer to page 181.
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Switching on/off and interrupting With the Stop&Go function for Steptronic
cruise control transmission: when canceling while station-
ary, depress the brake pedal simultaneously.
Switching on
Press the button on the steering Interrupting automatically
wheel. The system is automatically interrupted in
the following situations:
Instrument cluster without enhanced – When the driver applies the brakes.
features:
– Manual transmission: when the clutch
Display in the instrument cluster pedal is depressed for a few seconds or
lights up. released while a gear is not engaged.
Instrument cluster without enhanced – If selector lever position N is set.
features: – Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti-
Display in the instrument cluster vated or DSC Dynamic Stability Control
lights up. The current speed is adopted as is deactivated.
desired speed and displayed with icon. – If DSC Dynamic Stability Control inter-
venes.
Instrument cluster with en- – If the detection range of the camera is
hanced features: impaired, for instance by soiling, heavy
Display in the instrument precipitation or glare effects from the
cluster lights up. The current sun.
speed is adopted as desired – Manual transmission: if the vehicle in
speed and displayed with icon. front decelerates below a speed of ap-
prox. 20 mph/30 km/h.
Cruise control is active and maintains the
set speed. – With the Stop&Go function for Step-
tronic transmissions: following a sta-
DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched
tionary period of approx. 3 seconds, af-
on, if necessary.
ter the vehicle was braked to a stop by
the system.
Switching off
With the Stop&Go function for Steptronic Setting the speed
transmissions: when switching off while
stationary, depress the brake pedal simulta- Maintaining/storing the speed
neously.
Press or button in the interrupted
Press the button on the steering state.
wheel.
When the system is switched on, the cur-
The displays go out. The stored desired rent speed is maintained and stored as the
speed is deleted. desired speed.
Instrument cluster without enhanced
Interrupting manually features:
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
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strument cluster briefly displays the – Display lights up green: system is active,
selected distance. the display indicates the desired speed.
– Display lights up orange: system is in-
Switching distance control on/off terrupted, the display indicates the
stored speed.
Safety information – No display: system is switched off.
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A vehicle driving in front of you is not de- When the desired speed is too high for a
tected until it is completely within the same curve, the speed is reduced slightly. Be-
lane as your vehicle. cause curves may not be anticipated in ad-
If a vehicle driving ahead of you suddenly vance, drive into a curve at an appropriate
merges into your lane, the system may not speed.
be able to automatically restore the selected The system has a limited detection range.
distance. It may not be possible to restore Situations can arise in tight curves where a
the selected distance in certain situations, vehicle driving ahead will not be detected
including if you are driving significantly or will be detected very late.
faster than vehicles driving ahead of you,
for instance when rapidly approaching a
truck. When a vehicle driving ahead of you
is reliably detected, the system requests
that the driver intervene by braking and
carrying out evasive maneuvers, if needed.
Weather
The following restrictions can occur under
unfavorable weather or light conditions:
– Poorer vehicle recognition.
– Short-term interruptions for vehicles
that are already recognized.
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Interrupting automatically
Switching on/off and interrupting The system is automatically interrupted in
cruise control the following situations:
– When the driver applies the brakes.
Switching on – If the clutch pedal is depressed for a few
Press the button on the steering seconds or released while a gear is not
wheel. engaged.
– If the gear engaged is too high for the
Instrument cluster without enhanced current speed.
features: – If selector lever position N is set.
The indicator light in the instrument – Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti-
cluster lights up. vated or DSC Dynamic Stability Control
is deactivated.
Instrument cluster without enhanced
features: – If DSC Dynamic Stability Control inter-
venes.
The current speed is adopted as the
desired speed and is displayed with the
symbol in the instrument cluster. Setting the speed
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Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
Park assistance button
Red icon is displayed, and the range
of the sensors is dimmed on the Con-
trol Display.
Camera
PDC has failed. Have the system checked by
a dealer's service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Rearview camera
Concept
The rearview camera provides assistance in
parking and maneuvering backwards. The The camera lens is located in the handle of
area behind the vehicle is shown on the the tailgate.
Control Display.
The image quality may be impaired by dirt.
If necessary, clean the camera lens.
Safety information
Switching on/off
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute Switching on automatically
for the driver’s personal judgment in as- The system is switched on automatically if
sessing the traffic situation. There is a risk selector lever position R is engaged when
of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic the engine is running.
conditions. Watch traffic and vehicle sur-
roundings closely and actively intervene Automatic deactivation during
where appropriate. forward travel
The system switches off when a certain
driving distance or speed is exceeded.
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Switch the system back on, if needed. Obstacles are marked, depending on the
vehicle equipment.
Depending on the vehicle equipment:
switching on/off manually Lanes
Press the park assistance button.
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System limits
Detection of objects
Very low obstacles or high, protruding ob-
jects such as ledges may not be recognized
by the system.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, some
assistance functions also consider data from
the PDC Park Distance Control.
Follow the notes in the PDC Park Distance
Control chapter.
The objects displayed on the Control Dis-
play may be closer than they appear. There-
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NOTICE
The parking assistant can steer the vehicle
over or onto curbs. There is a risk of dam-
This system assists the driver in parking age to property, among other potential
parallel to the road. damage. Watch traffic closely and actively
intervene where appropriate.
General information
The safety information of the PDC Park Dis-
Parking assistant handling is divided into
tance Control applies in addition.
three steps:
– Switching on and activating. Overview
– Parking space search.
– Parking. Button in the vehicle
Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces
on both sides of the vehicle.
The parking assistant calculates the best
possible parking line and takes control of
steering during the parking operation.
System status and instructions on required
actions are displayed on the Control Dis-
play.
A component of the parking assistant is the
PDC Park Distance Control. Park assistance button
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Tire size
The parking position may vary depending
on the tire size.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The parking assistant failed. Have the sys-
tem checked by a dealer's service center or
another qualified service center or repair
shop.
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Climate control
Vehicle features and options – Emission tested passenger compart-
ment.
This chapter describes all standard, country- – Microfilter.
specific and optional features offered with – Air conditioning system to control the
the series. It also describes features and temperature, air flow and recirculated-
functions that are not necessarily available air mode.
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- Depending on the equipment specification:
tions or country versions. This also applies
– Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter.
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, – Automatic climate control.
the applicable laws and regulations must be – Parked-car ventilation.
observed.
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Operation Adjusting
Press the button: Turn the wheel to select the
The LED is illuminated when recir- desired program or the desired
culated-air mode is switched on. The supply intermediate setting.
of outside air is shut off.
When recirculated-air mode is switched off,
fresh air is directed into the vehicle's inte- – Windows.
rior. – Upper body region.
To prevent window condensation, recircu- – Floor area.
lated-air mode switches off automatically af- – Windows, upper body region, and
floor area.
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Concept
Do not rapidly switch between different The system is set to the lowest temperature,
temperature settings. The automatic climate maximum air flow and recirculated-air
control will not have sufficient time to ad- mode.
just the set temperature.
Functional requirement
The function is available at outside temper-
atures above approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with
the engine running.
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1. "My MINI"
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. If necessary, "Climate functions"
4. "For start time at:"
Activate the desired activation time.
The icon on the automatic climate con-
trol lights up when the activation time is ac-
tivated.
The icon on the automatic climate con-
trol flashes when the system has been
switched on.
The system will only be switched on within
the next 24 hours. After that, it needs to be
reactivated.
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1. Park the vehicle within range of the re- Press the button on the interior mir-
mote-controlled system. ror for 2 seconds and release. Per-
form this procedure three times to
2. Program the relevant button on the inte- complete the programming proce-
rior mirror as described. dure.
3. Locate and press the synchronizing but- If the integrated universal remote
ton on the system being programmed, control remains nonoperational, con-
e.g. at the garage gate. You have approx. tinue with the special features for
30 seconds for the next step. change code wireless systems.
4. Hold down the programmed button on – LED does not flash green after
the interior mirror for approximately 60 seconds: programming not com-
3 seconds and then release it. If neces- pleted.
sary, repeat this step up to three times
Repeat steps 3 to 6.
in order to finish synchronization. Once
synchronization is complete, the pro- If the programming procedure is not com-
grammed function will be carried out. pleted, the previous programming will re-
main unchanged.
Reprogramming individual buttons
Operation
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Press and hold the interior mirror but-
ton to be programmed. Warning
3. As soon as the LED on the interior mir- The operation of remote-controlled sys-
ror flashes orange after approx. 20 sec- tems with the integrated universal remote
onds, release the button. control, such as the garage door, may re-
sult in injury, for example, body parts be-
4. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the coming jammed in a garage door. There is
system to be used approx. 1 to 12 in/2.5 a risk of injury or risk of damage to prop-
to 30 cm away from the buttons on the erty. Make sure that the area of movement
interior mirror. The required distance of the respective system is clear during
depends on the hand-held transmitter. programming and operation. Also follow
5. Press and hold the button of the desired the safety information of the hand-held
function on the hand-held transmitter. transmitter.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold The system, such as the garage door, can be
down the interior mirror button and re- operated using the button on the interior
peatedly press and release the hand-held mirror while the engine is running or when
transmitter button for 2 seconds. the ignition is started. To do this, hold down
the button within receiving range of the
6. The LED can light up in different ways.
system until the function is activated. The
– The LED lights up green: the pro- interior mirror LED stays lit while the wire-
gramming procedure is completed. less signal is being transmitted.
Release the button.
– The LED flashes fast: the hand-held Deleting stored functions
transmitter was detected but pro- All stored functions will be deleted. The
gramming is not complete. functions cannot be deleted individually.
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Press and hold the two outer buttons on the Operating concept
interior mirror simultaneously for approxi-
Various functions can be called up by press-
mately 10 seconds until the LED on the in-
ing the control button with a pointed object,
terior mirror flashes green rapidly.
such as the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar
object. The following setting options are
displayed in succession, depending on how
Digital compass long the control button is pressed:
– Pressed briefly: turns display on/off.
Overview – 3 to 6 seconds: compass zone setting.
– 6 to 9 seconds: compass calibration.
– 9 to 12 seconds: left/right-hand steering
setting.
– 12 to 15 seconds: language setting.
Mirror display
The compass shows the current driving di-
rection.
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Procedure Procedure
1. Press and hold the control button for ap- 1. Make sure that there are no large metal-
prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the lic objects or overhead power lines near
set compass zone appears in the mirror. the vehicle and that there is sufficient
2. To change the zone setting, press the room to drive around in a circle.
control button quickly and repeatedly 2. Set the currently applicable compass
until the number of the compass zone zone.
that corresponds with your location ap- 3. Press and hold the control button for ap-
pears in the mirror. prox. 6 to 7 seconds so that "C" appears
The set zone is stored automatically. The on the display. Next, drive in a complete
compass is ready for use again after approx- circle at least once at a speed of no more
imately 10 seconds. than 4 mph/7 km/h. If calibration is suc-
cessful, the "C" is replaced by the points
Calibrating the digital compass of the compass.
The digital compass must be calibrated in
the event of the following: Left/right-hand steering
– The wrong compass point is displayed. The digital compass is already set for right
or left-hand steering at the factory.
– The point of the compass displayed does
not change despite changing the direc-
tion of travel. Setting the language
– Not all points of the compass are dis- Press and hold the control button for ap-
played. prox. 12 to 13 seconds. Briefly press the
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Sun visor
Glare shield
To provide protection against glare, fold the
sun visor down or pivot it to the side.
Warning
Contact with the hot heating element or
the hot socket of the cigarette lighter can
cause burns. Flammable materials can ig-
nite if the cigarette lighter falls down or is
held against the objects. There is a risk of
fire and injuries. There is a risk of damage
Customizable decorative trim is available to property, among other potential dam-
for the dashboard on the driver’s side and age. Take hold of the cigarette lighter by
on the passenger's side. its handle. Make sure that children do not
Follow the assembly instructions. use the cigarette lighter.
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NOTICE NOTICE
If metal objects fall into the socket, they Battery chargers for the vehicle battery
can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of can work with high voltages and currents,
damage to property, among other potential which means that the 12 volt electrical
damage. Replace the cigarette lighter or system can be overloaded or damaged.
socket cover again after using the socket. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Only con-
nect battery chargers for the vehicle bat-
Operation tery to the starting aid terminals in the en-
Push in the cigarette lighter. gine compartment.
The cigarette lighter can be
removed as soon as it pops
back out. NOTICE
If metal objects fall into the socket, they
can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of
damage to property, among other potential
Sockets damage. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket.
Concept
The lighter socket can be used as a socket In the center console
for electrical equipment while the ignition
is switched on or the engine is running.
General information
The total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using non-
compatible connectors.
Warning
Devices and cables in the unfolding area of
the airbags, such as portable navigation
devices, can hinder the unfolding of the
airbag or be thrown around in the car's in-
terior during unfolding. There is a risk of
injury. Make sure that devices and cables
are not in the airbag's area of unfolding.
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LTE-Compensator - Information
and User Manual
Your car is equipped with a wireless charg-
ing tray (WCA) to charge your mobile phone
and connect it to the mobile network. To en-
sure the best possible connection a signal
booster (LTE-Compensator) is used in con-
junction with the WCA. The following para-
graphs refer to this booster:
This is a CONSUMER device.
BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS
DEVICE with your wireless provider and
have your provider's consent. Most wireless
providers consent to the use of Compensa-
tors. Some providers may not consent to the
use of this device on their network. If you
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are unsure, contact your provider. You tennas or coupling devices will cause the
MUST operate this device with approved an- cease of the booster´s operating license.
tennas and cables as specified by the manu- The booster device fulfills the network pro-
facturer. Antennas MUST be installed at tection standards as required by the FCC,
least 20 cm (8 inches) from any person. You such as intermodulation limits, oscillation
MUST cease operating this device immedi- detection and gain limits.
ately if requested by the FCC or a licensed
Booster Manufacturer: Kathrein Automotive
wireless service provider. Warning E911 lo-
cation information may not be provided or Model Number: LTECOMPB0
may be inaccurate for calls served by using Part Number: 6803145-01
this device. FCC-ID: 2ACC7LTECOMPB0
Please observe additionally the following in-
formation
– Sprint Nextel will allow consumers to
register their signal boosters by calling
their toll-free number.
– T-Mobile online registration link:
(www.T-Mobile.com/BoosterRegistra-
tion); (https://saqat.t-mobile.com/sites/
SignalBooster#).
– Verizon’s online registration link:
(http://www.verizonwireless.com/
wcms/consumer/register-signal-boos-
ter.html).
– AT&T online registration link (https://
securec45.securewebsession.com/
attsignalbooster.com/).
– U.S.Cellular online registration link
(http://www.uscellular.com/uscellular/
support/fcc-booster-registration.jsp).
Before use you must register your booster
device with your wireless provider.
If you should be requested by the FCC to
cease operating your booster, you are not
allowed to insert your mobile phone in the
charging tray anymore unless the booster is
permanently deactivated by your local MINI
dealer.
You must not remove the booster from the
car nor use it with any other than the prein-
stalled coupling device or antenna. Any
modification of the existing antenna or cou-
pling device as well as the use of other an-
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Storage compartments
Vehicle features and options – Glove compartment on the front passen-
ger side.
This chapter describes all standard, country- – Compartments in the doors.
specific and optional features offered with – Storage compartment in the center arm-
the series. It also describes features and rest.
functions that are not necessarily available – Storage compartment in front of the cup
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- holders.
tions or country versions. This also applies
– Clothes hooks
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, – Storage tray in the center console.
the applicable laws and regulations must be – Pockets on the backrests of the front
observed. seats.
Overview
The following storage compartments are
available in the car's interior:
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Opening
Closing
Fold up the cover.
Press button, arrow 1, and open center arm-
rest upward, arrow 2.
Compartments in the doors
Adjusting the height
General information
There are storage compartments in the
doors.
Safety information
Warning
Breakable objects, such as glass bottles or
glasses, can break in the event of an acci-
Press button, arrow 1, and swing center
dent or a braking or evasive maneuver.
armrest upward or downward into the de-
Broken glass can be scattered in the car's
sired height, arrow 2.
interior. There is a risk of injury or risk of
damage to property. Do not use any break-
able objects while driving. Only stow
breakable objects in closed storage com-
partments.
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Safety information
Warning
Unsuitable containers in the cup holders
may damage the cup holders or be thrown
about the car’s interior in the event of an
accident, an evasive maneuver, or forceful
braking. Spilled liquids can distract from
the traffic conditions and lead to an acci- For 3-door models: in front of the rear seats
dent. Hot drinks can damage the cup and in the side armrests.
holder or lead to scalding. There is a risk
of injury or risk of damage to property. Do
not force objects into the cup holder. Use
lightweight, shatterproof, and sealable
containers. Do not transport hot bever-
ages.
Front
For 5-door models: in front of the rear seats.
Clothes hooks
General information
3-door model: The clothes hooks are located
above the side windows in the rear.
In the center console.
5-door model: The clothes hooks are located
above the rear doors.
Safety information
Warning
Clothing articles on the clothes hooks can
obstruct the view while driving. There is a
risk of accident. When suspending cloth-
ing articles from the clothes hooks, ensure
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Warning
Improper use of the clothes hooks can lead
to a risk of objects flying about during
braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a
risk of injury and risk of damage to prop-
erty. Only hang lightweight objects, for in-
stance clothing articles, from the clothes
hooks.
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Cargo area
Vehicle features and options loose objects or devices with a cable con-
nection to the vehicle in the car's interior.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with
the series. It also describes features and Warning
functions that are not necessarily available Improperly stowed objects can shift and
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- be thrown into the car's interior, for in-
tions or country versions. This also applies stance in the event of an accident or dur-
to safety-related functions and systems. ing braking and evasive maneuver. Vehi-
When using these functions and systems, cle occupants can be hit and injured. There
the applicable laws and regulations must be is a risk of injury. Stow and secure objects
observed. and cargo properly.
Loading NOTICE
Fluids in the cargo area can cause damage.
Safety information There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Make sure
that no fluids leak in the cargo area.
Warning
High gross weight can overheat the tires,
damage them internally and cause a sud- Steps for Determining Correct Load
den drop in tire inflation pressure. Driving Limit
characteristics may be negatively im-
1. Locate the statement “The combined
pacted, reducing lane stability, lengthen-
weight of occupants and cargo should
ing the braking distances and changing
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on
the steering response. There is a risk of
your vehicle’s placard.
accident. Pay attention to the permitted
load capacity of the tires and never exceed 2. Determine the combined weight of the
the permitted gross weight. driver and passengers that will be riding
in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the
Warning driver and passengers from XXX kg or
Loose objects or devices with a cable con- XXX lbs
nection to the vehicle, for instance mobile 4. The resulting figure equals the available
phones, can be thrown about the car's in- amount of cargo and luggage load ca-
terior while driving, for instance in the pacity. For example, if the “XXX”
event of an accident, braking or evasive amount equals 1,400 lbs and there will
maneuver. There is a risk of injury. Secure be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehi-
cle, the amount of available cargo and
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luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1,400 - Stowing and securing cargo
750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs)
– Cover sharp edges and corners on the
5. Determine the combined weight of lug- cargo.
gage and cargo being loaded on the ve- – Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as pos-
hicle. That weight may not safely exceed sible, directly behind and at the bottom
the available cargo and luggage load ca- of the rear passenger seat backrests.
pacity calculated in Step 4.
– Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, not occupied, secure each of the outer
load from your trailer will be transferred safety belts in the opposite buckle.
to your vehicle. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the availa- – If necessary, fold down the rear back-
ble cargo and luggage load capacity of rests to stow large cargo.
your vehicle. – Do not stack cargo above the top edge of
the backrests.
Load – Small and light cargo: secure with
ratchet straps or draw straps.
On 3-door models
– Larger and heavy cargo: secure with
cargo straps.
On 5-door models
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Warning
Loose objects or devices with a cable con-
nection to the vehicle, for instance mobile
phones, can be thrown about the car's in-
terior while driving, for instance in the
event of an accident, braking or evasive
maneuver. There is a risk of injury. Secure
loose objects or devices with a cable con- Located under the cargo floor panel on the
nection to the vehicle in the car's interior. right side is a trough for the onboard vehi-
cle tool kit.
Removing Fold the right side of the cargo floor panel
upward to remove the onboard vehicle tool
For storing bulky objects the cargo cover kit.
can be removed.
1. Detach the left and right retaining
straps at the tailgate. Enlarging the cargo area
2. Pull the cargo cover out of the brackets
on the left and right.
Concept
The cargo area can be enlarged as follows:
– The rear seat backrests can be folded
down.
– The rear seat backrests can be moved
into an upright loading position using
the cargo setting.
General information
The rear seat backrest is divided into two
Installing parts at a ratio of 60 to 40. The left rear seat
1. Slide the cargo cover forward horizon- backrest is connected to the center section.
tally into the two side brackets until it The rear seat backrests can be folded down
audibly engages. from the rear.
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Safety information
Warning
Warning Body parts can be jammed when moving
the head restraint. There is a risk of injury.
Danger of jamming with folding down the Make sure that the area of movement is
backrests. There is a risk of injury or risk clear when moving the head restraint.
of damage to property. Make sure that the
area of movement of the rear backrest and
the of the head restraint is clear prior to Folding down the rear seat
folding down.
backrest from the rear
1. Before the rear seat backrest is folded
down, hook the corresponding safety
Warning
belt into the belt buckle on the side.
If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unse-
cured cargo can be thrown about the car’s 2. Pull the lever up, arrow 1, and fold the
interior; for instance, in the event of an ac- rear seat backrest forward, arrow 2.
cident, braking or an evasive maneuver.
There is a risk of injury. Make sure that
the rear seat backrest is locked after fold-
ing it back.
Warning
With a rear backrest that is not locked, the
protective function of the middle safety
belt is not guaranteed. There is a risk of
injuries or danger to life. If you are using Cargo position
the middle safety belt, lock the wider rear
seat backrest. Concept
The rear seat backrests can be moved into
an upright loading position.
Warning
The stability of the child restraint system Adjusting
is limited or compromised with incorrect 1. Release the backrest, and tilt it forward.
seat setting or improper installation of the
child seat. There is a risk of injuries or
danger to life. Make sure that the child re-
straint system fits securely against the
backrest. If possible, adjust the backrest
tilt for all affected backrests and correctly
adjust the seats. Make sure that seats and
backrests are securely engaged or locked.
If possible, adjust the height of the head
restraints or remove them.
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2. Fold the frame up until it engages. Removing the cargo floor panel
3. Fold back and engage the rear seat On 5-door models: To change the position of
backrest. the cargo floor panel, first fold up the rear
part of the cargo floor panel.
Folding back the backrest
Fold up the backrest and press it into the
latch. Make sure that the safety belt is not
caught behind the backrest or in between
the backrest and the rear seats.
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Folded up position
Safety information
Warning
Improper use of the variable cargo floor
panel can lead to a danger of objects flying – With the backrests folded down, a long,
about during braking and evasive maneu- flat loading surface is produced.
vers. There is a risk of injury and risk of – For 3-door models:
damage to property. Maximum load in this position:
– Do not use the variable cargo floor 330 lbs/150 kg.
panel to separate the cargo area and – For 5-door models:
vehicle interior in the sense of a par-
Maximum load in this position:
tition net.
441 lbs/200 kg.
– Only use the variable cargo floor
– Space for objects remains between the
panel in the folded-up position when
fixed and variable cargo area floor.
the backrests are folded up and
locked.
– Fold down the variable cargo floor
panel before driving off.
– Always secure cargo against shifting,
using straps, belts and lashing eyes,
for instance.
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General information
The vehicle is equipped with an Antilock
Braking System ABS as a standard feature.
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Warning
In idle state or with the engine switched Roof-mounted luggage rack
off, safety functions, for instance engine
braking effect, braking assistance and General information
steering assistance, may not be available. Installation only possible with roof rack.
There is a risk of accident. Do not attempt
to drive in idle state or with the engine Roof racks are available as special accesso-
switched off. ries.
Mounting
Brake disc corrosion Follow the installation instructions of the
Corrosion on the brake discs and contami- roof rack.
nation on the brake pads are increased by
the following circumstances: Loading
– Low mileage. Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise
– Extended periods when the vehicle is the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded,
not used at all. they have a major effect on vehicle handling
– Infrequent use of the brakes. and steering response.
– Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning Therefore, note the following when loading
agents. and driving:
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will
cause a pulsating effect on the brakes in
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Driving on racetracks
Warning
The vehicle is not designed for use in M
Sport or motor sport type competition.
There is a risk of accident. Do not use the
vehicle for M Sport or motor sport type
competitions.
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Tires
General information
General information
The vehicle contains advanced technologies
for the reduction of consumption and emis- Tires can affect consumption in various
sion values. ways, for instance tire size may influence
consumption.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of
different factors.
Check the tire inflation pressure
The implementation of certain measures,
driving style and regular maintenance can
regularly
influence fuel consumption and environ- Check and, if needed, correct the tire infla-
mental impact. tion pressure at least twice a month and be-
fore starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling
Remove unnecessary cargo resistance and thus raises fuel consumption
and tire wear.
Additional weight increases fuel consump-
tion.
Drive away without delay
Remove attached parts follow- Do not wait for the engine to warm-up
while the vehicle remains stationary. Start
ing use driving right away, but at moderate engine
speeds.
Remove roof-mounted or rear rear carriers
This is the fastest way for the cold engine
which are no longer required following use.
to reach its operating temperature.
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Look well ahead when driving If the engine is switched off and then re-
started rather than leaving the engine run-
ning constantly, fuel consumption and emis-
Driving smoothly and proactively reduces sions are reduced. Savings can begin within
fuel consumption. a few seconds of switching off the engine.
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and brak- In addition, fuel consumption is also deter-
ing. mined by other factors, such as driving
By maintaining a suitable distance to the style, road conditions, maintenance or envi-
vehicle driving ahead of you. ronmental factors.
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Under certain conditions the engine is auto- Via the Central Information Display
matically decoupled from the transmission (CID)
in the D selector lever position. The vehicle
1. "My MINI"
continues traveling with the engine idling
to reduce consumption. The D selector lever 2. "Vehicle settings"
position remains engaged. 3. "Configure GREEN"
In addition, context-sensitive instructions 4. Select the desired setting.
are displayed to assist with an efficient
driving style. Activating/deactivating the functions
The achieved extended range is displayed in The following functions can be activated/
the instrument cluster as bonus range. deactivated:
General information – "GREEN speed warning"
– "GREEN climate control"
The system includes the following MINI-
MALISM functions and MINIMALISM dis- – "Coasting"
plays: Settings are stored for the driver profile
– GREEN Limit, refer to page 237 currently used.
– GREEN climate control, refer to
page 237. GREEN Limit
– GREEN bonus range, refer to page 238. – "GREEN speed warning": GREEN Limit
is activated.
– GREEN tip, driving instruction, refer to
page 238. A GREEN tip is displayed if the speed of
the set GREEN Limit is exceeded.
– Coasting driving condition, refer to
page 239. – "Tip at:"
– MINIMALISM analyzer, refer to Set the desired speed for the GREEN
page 241. Limit.
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Deactivate the function to use the braking – Mark outside the green range: modify
effect of the engine when traveling down- driving style, for example by backing off
hill. the accelerator.
Efficiency display
A bar display in the instru-
ment cluster indicates your
current driving efficiency.
Mark in the left area, arrow 1:
display for energy recovered
by coasting or when braking.
Mark in the right area, arrow 2: display Activating/deactivating the display
when accelerating.
Activate information relating to the driving
The efficiency of your driving style is style and GREEN tips in the instrument
shown by the position of the mark: cluster using the Central Information Dis-
– Mark inside the green range: efficient play (CID):
driving style.
1. "My MINI"
2. "System settings"
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3. "Displays" – Coasting.
4. "Instrument panel"
Displaying the MINIMALISM analyzer
5. "GREEN info"
Via the Central Information Display (CID):
GREEN tip, symbols 1. "My MINI"
An additional icon and text instructions are 2. "Technology in action"
displayed.
3. "MINIMALISM Analyser"
Icon Measure Further information on the MINIMALISM
For an efficient driving style, look analyzer, refer to page 241.
well ahead when driving, acceler-
ate conservatively, and delay ac- Coasting
celerating.
Reduce speed to the selected
Concept
GREEN speed. The function helps to conserve fuel.
To do this, under certain conditions the en-
Steptronic transmission: gine is automatically decoupled from the
Switch from M/S to D and avoid transmission when selector lever position D
manual shift interventions. is set. The vehicle continues traveling with
the engine idling to reduce consumption.
Manual transmission: Selector lever position D remains engaged.
Follow the shift instructions. This driving condition is referred to as
coasting.
Manual transmission:
As soon as you step on the brake or acceler-
Engage neutral for an engine stop.
ator pedal, the engine is automatically cou-
pled again.
Indications on the Control Display
General information
Displaying MINIMALISM information Coasting is a component of the GREEN
The current efficiency of the functions in drive mode.
GREEN drive mode can be displayed on the Coasting is automatically activated when
Control Display. the GREEN drive mode is called via the
Via the Central Information Display (CID): MINI Driving Modes switch, refer to
page 177.
1. "My MINI"
A proactive driving style helps the driver to
2. "Technology in action" use the function often and supports the effi-
3. "MINIMALISM" cient effect of coasting.
Information is shown on the following func-
tions:
Functional requirements
The function is available in the speed range
– Auto Start/Stop function.
from approx. 15 mph/25 km/h up to
– Energy recovery. 100 mph/160 km/h.
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– Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are Instrument cluster with enhanced features
not operated.
– The selector lever is in selector lever po-
sition D.
– Engine and transmission are at operat-
ing temperature.
– With a camera in the area of the interior
mirror: the system does not detect any
vehicles ahead of you.
Operation via shift paddles The bar display below the tachometer is fil-
led in green and the mark appears at the
Concept zero point. The tachometer indicates idle
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the speed.
coasting mode can be influenced with the
shift paddles. Indications on the Control Display
The coasting driving condition is displayed
Activating/deactivating coasting via shift
in the MINIMALISM Info while driving.
paddles
The distance traveled in the coasting driv-
1. Shift to the highest gear by pulling the
ing condition is indicated by a counter.
right shift paddle.
2. To activate coasting mode, actuate the Displaying MINIMALISM information
right shift paddle again. Via the Central Information Display (CID):
To deactivate, actuate the left shift paddle.
1. "My MINI"
Display 2. "Technology in action"
3. "MINIMALISM"
Instrument cluster without enhanced
features
System limits
The function is not available if one of the
following conditions applies:
– DSC OFF and TRACTION are activated.
– Cruise control is activated.
– If driving in the dynamic limit range.
– If driving on steep uphill or downhill
grades.
– The battery charge state is temporarily
The bar display below the tachometer is fil- too low.
led in green and the mark appears at the – The vehicle electrical system is drawing
zero point. The tachometer indicates idle excessive current.
speed.
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Functional requirement
This function is available in GREEN drive
mode.
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Refueling
Vehicle features and options Fuel cap
This chapter describes all standard, country- Opening
specific and optional features offered with
1. Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge
the series. It also describes features and
and open it.
functions that are not necessarily available
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be
observed.
General information
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
Follow the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 244, prior to refueling.
Safety information
NOTICE
With a driving distance of less than
30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer
have sufficient fuel. Engine functions are 3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket at-
not ensured anymore. There is a risk of tached to the fuel filler flap.
damage to property, among other potential
damage. Refuel promptly.
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Warning NOTICE
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling
jammed and crushed during closing. The of the fuel tank can damage the fuel sys-
cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel tem. Painted surfaces may be damaged by
vapors can escape. There is a risk of injury contact with fuel. Escaping fuel can harm
or risk of damage to property. Pay atten- the environment. There is a risk of damage
tion that the retaining strap is not jammed to property, among other potential dam-
or crushed when closing the cap. age. Avoid overfilling.
Emergency unlocking
It may be necessary in certain situations to
unlock the fuel filler flap manually, for in-
stance with an electrical fault.
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
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Fuel
Vehicle features and options xx: comply with the current standard in
each case.
This chapter describes all standard, country- Safety information
specific and optional features offered with
the series. It also describes features and
functions that are not necessarily available NOTICE
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or
tions or country versions. This also applies wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel
to safety-related functions and systems. system and engine. Furthermore, the cata-
When using these functions and systems, lytic converter is permanently damaged.
the applicable laws and regulations must be There is a risk of damage to property,
observed. among other potential damage. Do not re-
fuel or add the following in the case of
gasoline engines:
Fuel recommendation – Leaded gasoline.
– Metallic additives, for instance man-
General information ganese or iron.
Depending on the region, many gas stations Do not press the Start/Stop button after
sell fuel that has been customized to winter refueling with the wrong fuel. Contact a
or summer conditions. Fuel that is available dealer’s service center or another qualified
in winter, for instance helps make a cold service center or repair shop.
start easier.
Gasoline NOTICE
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system
General information and the engine. There is a risk of damage
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline to property, among other potential dam-
should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur age. Do not use fuels with a higher per-
content. centage of ethanol than recommended. Do
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as not refuel with fuels containing methanol,
containing metal must not be used. e.g. M5 to M100.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
25 %, i. e. E10 or E25, may be used for refu-
eling. NOTICE
Ethanol should meet the following quality Fuel that does not comply with the mini-
standards: mum quality can compromise engine func-
US: ASTM 4806–xx tion or cause engine damage. There is a
risk of damage to property, among other
CAN: CGSB-3.511–xx potential damage. Do not fill with fuel that
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CAUTION
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
harmful engine deposits or damage. Addi-
tionally, problems relating to drivability,
starting and stalling, especially under cer-
tain environmental conditions such as
high ambient temperature and high alti-
tude, may occur.
If drivability problems are encountered,
we recommend switching to a high quality
gasoline brand and a higher octane grade
— AKI number — for a few tank fills. To
avoid harmful engine deposits, it is highly
recommended to purchase gasoline from
Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommenda-
tions may result in the need for additional
maintenance.
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This chapter describes all standard, country- In the tire inflation pressure table
specific and optional features offered with The tire inflation pressure table, refer to
the series. It also describes features and page 247, contains all tire inflation pres-
functions that are not necessarily available sure specifications for the specified tire
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- sizes at the ambient temperature. The tire
tions or country versions. This also applies inflation pressure values apply to tire sizes
to safety-related functions and systems. approved by the manufacturer of the vehicle
When using these functions and systems, for the vehicle type.
the applicable laws and regulations must be To identify the correct tire inflation pres-
observed. sure, please note the following:
– Tire sizes of your vehicle.
Tire inflation pressure – Maximum speed for driving.
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After correcting the tire inflation Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/
pressure 160 km/h.
For run-flat tires: reinitialize run-flat tires.
Tire pressure values up to
For the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: reset
the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.
100 mph/160 km/h
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center or repair shop. Have vehicle towed an accident. The manufacturer of your ve-
or transported as needed. Do not repair hicle strongly suggests that you use
damaged tires, but have them replaced. wheels and tires that have been recom-
mended by the vehicle manufacturer for
your vehicle type.
Warning
Tires can become damaged by driving over
obstacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at Warning
high speed. Larger wheels have a smaller Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will
tire cross-section. The smaller the tire have a negative impact on the vehicle's
cross-section, the higher the risk of tire handling and on the function of a variety
damage. There is a danger of accidents and of systems, such as the ABS Antilock Brak-
property damage. If possible, avoid driving ing System or DSC Dynamic Stability Con-
over objects or road conditions that may trol. There is a risk of accident. To main-
damage tires, or drive over them slowly tain good handling and vehicle response,
and carefully. use only tires with a single tread configu-
ration from a single manufacturer. The
manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you use wheels and tires that have
Changing wheels and tires been recommended by the vehicle manu-
facturer for your vehicle type. Following
tire damage, have the original wheel/tire
Mounting and wheel balancing combination remounted on the vehicle as
Have mounting and tire and wheel balanc- soon as possible.
ing carried out by a dealer’s service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop. Recommended tire brands
Wheel and tire combination
General information
You can ask the dealer's service center or
another qualified service center or repair
shop about the correct wheel/tire combina-
tion and wheel rim versions for the vehicle.
Safety information
For each tire size, the manufacturer of the
vehicle recommends certain tire brands.
Warning The tire brands can be identified by a star
Wheels and tires which are not suitable on the tire sidewall.
for your vehicle can damage parts of the
vehicle, for instance due to contact with New tires
the body due to tolerances despite the
same official size rating. There is a risk of Tire traction is not optimal due to manufac-
turing circumstances when tires are brand-
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new; they achieve their full traction poten- another qualified service center or repair
tial after a break-in time. shop.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km. Rotating wheels between axles
Different wear patterns can occur on the
Retreaded tires front and rear axles depending on individual
driving conditions. The tires can be rotated
in pairs between the axles to achieve even
Warning
wear. Further information is available from
Retreaded tires can have different tire cas- a dealer's service center or another qualified
ing structures. With advanced age the service center or repair shop. After rotating,
service life can be limited. There is a risk check the tire pressure and correct, if
of an accident. The manufacturer of your needed.
vehicle does not recommend the use of re-
treaded tires. Storing tires
The manufacturer of the vehicle does not Tire inflation pressure
recommend the use of retreaded tires.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation
pressure indicated on the side wall of the
Winter tires tire.
Winter tires are recommended for operat-
ing on winter roads. Storage
Although so-called all-season M+S tires pro- Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and
vide better winter traction than summer dark place.
tires, they usually do not provide the same
level of performance as winter tires. Always protect tires against all contact with
oil, grease, and solvents.
Maximum speed of winter tires Do not leave tires in plastic bags.
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is Remove dirt from wheels or tires.
higher than the permissible speed for the
winter tires, then attach a label showing the
permissible maximum speed in the field of Run-flat tires
view. The label is available from a dealer's
service center or another qualified service Concept
center or repair shop.
Run-flat tires permit continued driving un-
With winter tires mounted, observe and do
der restricted conditions even in the event
not exceed the permissible maximum speed.
of a complete loss of tire inflation pressure.
Changing runflat tires General information
When changing from run-flat tires to stand-
The wheels are composed of tires that are
ard tires, it must be ensured that the vehicle
self-supporting to a limited degree.
contains a compact spare tire ("donut") or
tire mobility kit. Further information is
available from a dealer's service center or
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The support of the sidewall allows the tire – Turn the steering wheel until the front
to remain drivable to a restricted degree in wheels are in the straight-ahead posi-
the event of a tire inflation pressure loss. tion and engage the steering wheel lock.
Follow the instructions for continued driv- – Have all vehicle occupants get out of the
ing with a flat tire. vehicle and ensure that they remain out-
side the immediate area in a safe place,
Safety information such as behind a guardrail.
– If necessary, set up a warning triangle
Warning at an appropriate distance.
The vehicle handles differently when a
run-flat tire has insufficient or no tire
pressure; for instance, reduced lane stabil-
Mobility System
ity when braking, braking distances are
longer and the self-steering properties will Concept
change. There is a risk of accident. Drive With the Mobility System, minor tire dam-
moderately and do not exceed a speed of age can be sealed temporarily to enable con-
50 mph/80 km/h. tinued travel. To accomplish this, sealant is
pumped into the tires, which seals the dam-
age from the inside.
Label
General information
– Follow the instructions on using the
Mobility System found on the compres-
sor and sealant container.
– Use of the Mobility System may be inef-
fective if the tire puncture measures ap-
prox. 1/8 inches/4 mm or more.
– Contact a dealer's service center or an-
other qualified service center or repair
The tires are marked on the tire sidewall shop if the tire cannot be made drivable.
with RSC Run-flat System Component.
– Do not remove foreign bodies that have
penetrated the tire. Only remove foreign
objects if they are visibly protruding
Repairing a flat tire from the tire.
– Pull the speed limit sticker off the seal-
Safety measures ant container and apply it to the steer-
ing wheel.
– Park the vehicle as far away as possible
from passing traffic and on solid ground. – The use of a sealant can damage the
TPM wheel electronics. In this case,
– Switch on the hazard warning system. have the TPM wheel electronics re-
– Secure the vehicle against rolling away placed at the next opportunity.
by setting the parking brake. – The compressor can be used to check
the tire inflation pressure.
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Checking and adjusting the tire 4. Insert the connector into the power
inflation pressure socket in the vehicle interior.
Checking
1. Switch off the compressor.
2. Read the tire inflation pressure on the
tire pressure gage.
To continue the trip, a tire inflation pres-
sure of at least 2 bar must be reached.
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Tire chains
General information
The manufacturer of the vehicle has deter-
mined certain wheels and tires to be suita-
3. Insert the connector into the power ble for operation on the vehicle.
socket in the vehicle interior. Follow the tire chain manufacturer's in-
structions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting tire chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
after mounting tire chains, as doing so may
result in incorrect readings.
When driving with tire chains, briefly acti-
vate Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if
4. Correct the tire inflation pressure to at needed.
least 2.0 bar.
– Increase tire inflation pressure: with Safety information
the ignition switched on or the en-
gine running, switch on the com- Warning
pressor.
With the mounting of tire chains on un-
– Reduce tire inflation pressure: press suitable tires, the tire chains can come
the button on the compressor. into contact with vehicle parts. There may
5. Unscrew the connection hose of the be a risk of accident or risk of damage to
compressor from the tire valve. property. Only mount tire chains on tires
6. Pull the connector out of the power that are designated by their manufacturer
socket in the vehicle interior. as suitable for the use of tire chains.
7. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.
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Warning
The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting
the vehicle and for the jacking points on
the vehicle only. There is a risk of injury.
Do not lift any other vehicle or cargo using
the vehicle jack.
Warning
A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack
may fall off of the jack if lateral forces are
exerted on it. There is a risk of injury and If you need to change a wheel on a slight
risk of damage to property. While the ve- downhill grade, place chocks and other suit-
hicle is raised, do not exert lateral forces able objects, for instance rocks, under the
on the vehicle or pull abruptly on the vehi- wheels of both the front and rear axles
cle. Have a stuck wheel removed by a deal- against the rolling direction.
er’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Preparing the vehicle
– Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip
ground at a safe distance from traffic.
– Switch on the hazard warning system.
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– Set the parking brake. 1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar-
– Engage a gear or move the selector lever row 1, and grasp the vehicle jack crank
to position P. or lever with your other hand, arrow 2.
– As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,
have all vehicle occupants get out of the
vehicle and ensure that they remain out-
side the immediate area in a safe place,
such as behind a guardrail.
– Depending on the vehicle equipment,
get wheel change tools and, if necessary,
the emergency wheel from the vehicle.
– If necessary, set up a warning triangle
or portable hazard warning light at an 2. Insert the vehicle jack into the rectan-
appropriate distance. gular recess of the jacking point closest
– Secure the vehicle additionally against to the wheel to be changed.
rolling.
– Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.
Warning
Hands and fingers can be jammed when 4. Take your hand away from the vehicle
using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of jack as soon as the vehicle jack is under
injury. Comply with the described hand load and continue turning the vehicle
position and do not change this position jack crank or lever with one hand.
while using the vehicle jack.
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5. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot 4. Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts
stands vertically and at a right angle be- and tighten all lug bolts well in a cross-
neath the jacking point. wise pattern.
5. Turn the vehicle jack crank counter-
clockwise to retract the vehicle jack and
lower the vehicle.
6. Remove the vehicle jack and stow it se-
curely.
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Also check the tire inflation pressure of the 3. Screw wheel lug wrench onto the thread
emergency wheel in the cargo area regu- and hold in place with one hand.
larly, and correct it as needed.
Safety information
Warning
The emergency wheel has particular di-
mensions. When driving with an emer-
gency wheel, changed driving properties
may occur, for instance reduced lane sta-
bility when braking, longer braking dis- 4. Unlock the locking hexagon of the emer-
tance, and changed self-steering proper- gency wheel well using the hexagon at-
ties in the limit area. There is a risk of tached to retaining plate.
accident. Drive moderately and do not ex-
ceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Overview
The emergency wheel is housed in a well on
the underbody of the vehicle. The screw
connection of the emergency wheel is under
the cargo floor panel, on the floor of the
storage compartment for the onboard vehi-
cle tool kit. 5. Lower the emergency wheel with the
The wheel change tools are under the cargo wheel wrench.
floor panel. 6. Unscrewing the wheel wrench
7. Pull out the well with emergency wheel
Removing the emergency wheel under the vehicle toward the rear.
1. Loosen the nut using the wheel wrench 8. Remove the spacer and emergency
from the onboard vehicle tool kit. wheel from the well.
9. Stow the well and spacer in the vehicle.
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Engine compartment
Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies
to safety-related functions and systems.
This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems,
specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be
the series. It also describes features and observed.
functions that are not necessarily available
Overview
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Hood
Warning
Safety information Body parts can be jammed when opening
and closing the hood. There is a risk of in-
jury. Make sure that the area of movement
Warning of the hood is clear during opening and
Improperly executed work in the engine closing.
compartment can damage vehicle compo-
nents and impair vehicle functions. There
is a risk of an accident and damage to NOTICE
property. Have work in the engine com- Folded-away wipers can be jammed when
partment performed by a dealer’s service the hood is opened. There is a risk of dam-
center or another qualified service center age to property, among other potential
or repair shop. damage. Make sure that the wipers with
the wiper blades mounted are folded down
onto the windshield before opening the
Warning hood.
The engine compartment accommodates
moving components. Certain components
in the engine compartment can also move NOTICE
with the vehicle switched off, for instance When the hood is closed, it must engage
the radiator fan. There is a risk of injury. on both sides. Pressing again can damage
Do not reach into the area of moving parts. the hood. There is a risk of damage to
Keep articles of clothing and hair away property, among other potential damage.
from moving parts. Open the hood again and then close it en-
ergetically. Avoid pressing again.
Warning
There are protruding parts, for instance Opening the hood
locking hook, on the inside of the hood. 1. Pull lever, arrow 1.
There is a risk of injury. If the hood is Hood is unlocked.
open, pay attention to protruding parts
and keep clear of these areas.
Warning
An incorrectly locked hood can open while
driving and restrict visibility. There is a
risk of accident. Stop immediately and cor-
rectly close the hood.
2. After the lever is released, pull the lever
again, arrow 2.
Hood can be opened.
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Indicator/warning lights
When the hood is opened, a Check Control
message is displayed.
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Engine oil
Vehicle features and options Safety information
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with NOTICE
the series. It also describes features and An engine oil level that is too low causes
functions that are not necessarily available engine damage. There is a risk of damage
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- to property, among other potential dam-
tions or country versions. This also applies age. Immediately add engine oil.
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be
observed. NOTICE
Too much engine oil can damage the en-
gine or the catalytic converter. There is a
General information risk of damage to property, among other
potential damage. Do not add too much en-
gine oil. When too much engine oil is
The engine oil consumption is dependent on added, have the engine oil level corrected
your driving style and driving conditions. by a dealer’s service center or another
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil qualified service center or repair shop.
level after refueling by taking a detailed
measurement.
The engine oil consumption can increase in
the following situations, for instance: Electronic oil measurement
– Sporty driving style.
– Break-in of the engine. General information
– Idling of the engine. The electronic oil measurement has two
– With use of engine oil types that are measuring principles:
classified as not suitable. – Monitoring.
Different Check Control messages appear, – Detailed measurement.
depending on the engine oil level. When making frequent short-distance trips
or using a dynamic driving style, for in-
stance when taking curves aggressively,
regularly perform a detailed measurement.
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Viscosity grades
When selecting an engine oil, make sure
that the engine oil belongs to one of the fol-
lowing viscosity grades:
Viscosity grades
SAE 0W-20.
SAE 0W-30.
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Coolant
Vehicle features and options
Warning
This chapter describes all standard, country- Additives are harmful and incorrect addi-
specific and optional features offered with tives can damage the engine. There is a
the series. It also describes features and risk of injury and risk of damage to prop-
functions that are not necessarily available erty. Do not allow additives to come into
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- contact with skin, eyes or articles of cloth-
tions or country versions. This also applies ing. Use suitable additives only.
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be
observed. Coolant level
Checking
General information There are yellow Min and Max marks in the
coolant reservoir.
Coolant consists of water and additives.
1. Let the engine cool.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Do not mix addi- 2. Open the hood, refer to page 269.
tives of different colors. Observe the water - 3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir
additive mixing ratio of 50:50. Information slightly counterclockwise to allow any
about suitable additives is available from a excess pressure to dissipate, then open
dealer’s service center or another qualified it.
service center or repair shop.
Safety information
Warning
With the engine hot and the cooling sys-
tem open, coolant can escape and lead to
scalding. There is a risk of injury. Only 4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
open the cooling system with the engine
cooled down.
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Adding coolant
1. Let the engine cool.
2. Open the hood, refer to page 269.
3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir
slightly counterclockwise to allow any
excess pressure to dissipate, then open
it.
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Maintenance
Vehicle features and options General information
Information on service notifications, refer
This chapter describes all standard, country- to page 133, can be displayed on the Control
specific and optional features offered with Display.
the series. It also describes features and
functions that are not necessarily available Service data in the vehicle key
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- Information on the service notifications is
tions or country versions. This also applies continuously stored in the vehicle key. The
to safety-related functions and systems. service center can read this data out and
When using these functions and systems, suggest a maintenance scope for the vehi-
the applicable laws and regulations must be cle.
observed.
Therefore, hand the service advisor the ve-
hicle key with which the vehicle was driven
most recently.
MINI maintenance system
Storage periods
The maintenance system provides service
Storage periods during which the vehicle
notifications and thereby provides support
battery was disconnected are not taken into
in maintaining road safety and the opera-
account.
tional reliability of the vehicle.
If this occurs, have a dealer's service center
In some cases, scopes and intervals of the
or another qualified service center or repair
maintenance system may vary according to
shop update the time-dependent mainte-
the country version. Replacement work,
nance procedures, such as checking brake
spare parts, fuels and lubricants, and wear
fluid and, if necessary, changing the engine
materials are calculated separately. Further
oil and the microfilter/activated-charcoal
information is available from a dealer's serv-
filter.
ice center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
Maintenance Manual and
Condition Based Service CBS Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for US models
Concept and Warranty and Service
Sensors and special algorithms take into ac- Guide Booklet for Canadian
count the driving conditions of the vehicle.
CBS uses these to provide maintenance rec-
models
ommendations.
The system makes it possible to adapt the Please consult your Maintenance Manual
amount of maintenance corresponding to and Service and Warranty Information
your user profile. Booklet for US models and Warranty and
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Socket for OBD Onboard Diag- There is an OBD socket on the driver's side
for checking the primary components in the
nosis vehicle's emissions.
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Replacing components
Vehicle features and options Wiper blades
This chapter describes all standard, country- Safety information
specific and optional features offered with
the series. It also describes features and
functions that are not necessarily available NOTICE
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op- The window may sustain damage if the
tions or country versions. This also applies wiper falls onto it without the wiper blade
to safety-related functions and systems. installed. There is a risk of damage to
When using these functions and systems, property, among other potential damage.
the applicable laws and regulations must be Hold the wiper firmly when changing the
observed. wiper blade. Do not fold or switch on the
wiper without a wiper blade installed.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Replacing the front wiper blades
onboard vehicle tool kit is located on the 1. To change the wiper blades, fold up the
right side under the cargo floor panel or in a wiper arms.
bag on the right side of the cargo area. 2. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.
After use, secure the bag with the onboard 3. Open the wiper blade lock, arrow.
vehicle tool kit on a lashing eye again.
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4. Pull the wiper blade down out of the Light and bulb replacement
holder on the wiper arm, arrow 1.
General information
Lights and bulbs
Lights and bulbs make an essential contri-
bution to vehicle safety.
Except for the reversing light, all headlights
and lights are designed in LED technology.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recom-
5. Pull the wiper blade free from the holder mends that you have appropriate work per-
of the wiper arm, arrow 2. formed by a dealer’s service center or an-
other qualified service center or repair shop
6. Insert and latch a new wiper blade in re- if you are unfamiliar with it or if it has not
verse order. been described here.
7. Fold down the wiper arm. A spare light box is available from a dealer's
service center or another qualified service
Replacing the rear wiper blade center or repair shop.
1. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly. Follow the safety information, refer to
2. Turn the wiper blade all the way back. page 280.
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NOTICE
Dirty bulbs have a reduced service life.
There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Do not
hold new bulbs with your bare hands. Use 1 Side tail lights
a clean cloth or something similar, or hold
the bulb by its base. 2 Rear fog light
3 License plate light
4 Center brake light
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Side tail lights
Warning
Intensive brightness can irritate or dam-
age the retina of the eye. There is a risk of
injury. Do not look directly into the head-
lights or other light sources. Do not re-
move the LED covers.
Headlight glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the
headlight glass in cool or humid weather. 1 Tail lights
When driving with the lights switched on, 2 Turn signals/brake lights
the condensation evaporates after a short 3 Turn signals/brake lights
time. The headlight glass does not need to
4 Reversing lights
be changed.
If despite driving with the headlights
switched on, increasing humidity forms, for Side tail lights
instance water droplets in the light, have Follow the general instructions on lights
the headlights checked. and bulbs, refer to page 280.
Bulb, reversing lights: P21W.
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Vehicle battery
3. Turn the bulb holder for the reversing
light, arrow, counterclockwise and re- General information
move it. The battery is maintenance-free.
More information about the battery can be
requested from a dealer's service center or
another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Safety information
DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to
4. Remove the bulb holder from the open- an electric shock. There is a risk of inju-
ing. ries or danger to life. Do not touch any
5. Press the nonworking bulb gently into components that are under voltage.
the socket, turn counterclockwise and
remove.
Warning
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible
can damage vehicle systems and impair
vehicle functions. There is a risk of an ac-
cident and damage to property. Only vehi-
cle batteries that are compatible with your
vehicle type should be installed in your ve-
hicle. Information on compatible vehicle
batteries is available at your dealer’s serv-
ice center.
6. Proceed in the reverse order to insert
the new bulb and attach the bulb holder.
Make sure that the bulb holder engages
in all fasteners.
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NOTICE Warning
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload
can work with high voltages and currents, electrical lines and components. There is a
which means that the 12 volt electrical risk of fire. Never attempt to repair a
system can be overloaded or damaged. blown fuse. Do not replace a nonworking
There is a risk of damage to property, fuse with a substitute of another color or
among other potential damage. Only con- amperage rating.
nect battery chargers for the vehicle bat-
tery to the starting aid terminals in the en-
gine compartment.
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Replacing fuses
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you have a dealer's service center or an-
other qualified service center or repair shop
replace the fuses.
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Breakdown assistance
Vehicle features and options Warning triangle
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with
the series. It also describes features and
functions that are not necessarily available
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be
observed. The warning triangle is located in the tail-
gate. To remove, loosen the brackets.
Hazard warning flashers
First-aid kit
General information
Some of the articles have a limited service
life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
The button is located above the Control Dis- Storage
play.
Storage for the first-aid kit is provided in
The red light in the button flashes when the the cargo area.
hazard warning flashers are activated.
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Teleservice Diagnosis
Teleservice Diagnosis enables the wireless
transmission of detailed vehicle data that is
important for vehicle diagnosis. This data is
transmitted automatically.
Teleservice Help
Depending on the country, the Teleservice
Help enables a more in-depth diagnosis of
the vehicle via wireless transmission.
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Automatic triggering
Under certain conditions, for instance if the
Jump-starting
airbags trigger, an emergency call is auto-
matically initiated immediately after an ac- General information
cident of corresponding severity. Automatic If the battery is discharged, the engine can
Collision Notification is not affected by be started using the battery of another vehi-
pressing the SOS button. cle and two jumper cables. Only use jumper
cables with fully insulated clamp handles.
Manual triggering
1. Press the cover briefly to open it. Safety Instructions
2. Press the SOS button until the LED at
the button lights up green. DANGER
– The LED is illuminated green when an Contact with live components can lead to
emergency call has been initiated. an electric shock. There is a risk of inju-
If the situation allows, wait in your vehi- ries or danger to life. Do not touch any
cle until the voice connection has been components that are under voltage.
established.
– The LED flashes green when a connec-
tion to the MINI Response Center has
been established.
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– Do not tow the vehicle with the rear a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win-
axle tilted, as the front wheels could dow.
turn.
– When the engine is stopped, there is no Safety information
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and Warning
steering.
If the approved gross vehicle weight of the
– Larger steering wheel movements are towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle
required. to be towed, the tow fitting can tear off or
– The towing vehicle must not be lighter it will not be possible to control the vehi-
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, cle's response. There is a risk of accident.
it will not be possible to control the ve- Make sure that the gross vehicle weight of
hicle's response. the towing vehicle is heavier than the ve-
– Do not exceed a towing speed of hicle to be towed.
30 mph/50 km/h.
– Do not exceed a towing distance of
30 miles/50 km. NOTICE
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached in-
Tow truck correctly, damage to other vehicle parts
can occur. There is a risk of damage to
With driven front axle property, among other potential damage.
Correctly attach the tow bar or tow rope to
the tow fitting.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mount-
ing the tow bar at an offset angle, please fol-
low the following:
Your vehicle should be transported with a
tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a – Maneuvering capability is limited going
flat bed. around corners.
– The tow bar will generate lateral forces
if it is secured with an offset.
Towing other vehicles
Tow rope
General information
Observe the following notes when using the
Switch on the hazard warning system, de- tow rope:
pending on local regulations.
– Use nylon ropes or straps, which will en-
If the electrical system has failed, clearly able the vehicle to be towed without
identify the vehicle being towed by placing jerking.
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Vehicle features and options Distances and temperature
– Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.
This chapter describes all standard, country- – Minimum distance from sensors, cam-
specific and optional features offered with eras, seals: 12 inches/30 cm.
the series. It also describes features and – Minimum distance from glass sunroof:
functions that are not necessarily available 31.5 in/80 cm.
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies Automatic washing systems or car
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, washes
the applicable laws and regulations must be
observed. Safety information
NOTICE
Washing the vehicle Using a car wash with high pressure wash-
ers may result in water penetration of win-
General information dow areas. There is a risk of damage to
Regularly remove foreign objects such as property, among other potential damage.
leaves in the area below the windshield Do not drive into high-pressure car wash
when the hood is raised. systems.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly
in winter. Intense soiling and road salt can
damage the vehicle. NOTICE
Improper use of automatic washing sys-
Steam jets or high-pressure tems or car washes can cause damage to
washers the vehicle. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage.
Follow the following instructions:
Safety information
– Give preference to cloth car washes
or those that use soft brushes in or-
NOTICE der to avoid paint damage.
When cleaning with high-pressure wash- – Do not drive through a car wash with
ers, components can be damaged due to guide rails higher than 4 in/10 cm to
the pressure or temperatures being too avoid damage to the chassis.
high. There is a risk of damage to property, – Observe the tire width of the guide
among other potential damage. Maintain rail to avoid damage to tires and rims.
sufficient distance and do not spray too
long continuously. Follow the operating – Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid dam-
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– Unscrew the rod antenna to avoid the during braking dries brake discs and brake
rod antenna breaking off. pads and protects them against corrosion.
– Deactivate the wiper and, if neces- Completely remove all residues on the win-
sary, rain sensor to avoid damage to dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
the wiper system. smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Driving into a car wash with a manual
transmission
Vehicle care
In car washes, the vehicle must be able to
roll freely.
Vehicle care products
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 116.
General information
Driving into a car wash with a MINI recommends using vehicle care and
Steptronic transmission cleaning products from MINI. Suitable care
products are available from a dealer’s serv-
In car washes, the vehicle must be able to ice center or another qualified service cen-
roll freely. ter or repair shop.
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 118. Safety information
Some car washes do not permit persons in
the vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked
Warning
from the outside when in selector lever po-
sition N. A signal is sounded when an at- Cleansers can contain substances that are
tempt is made to lock the vehicle. dangerous and harmful to your health.
There is a risk of injury. When cleaning
Driving out of a car wash the interior, open the doors or windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning
Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car. vehicles. Follow the instructions on the
Start the engine, refer to page 99. container.
Headlights
Do not rub wet headlights dry and do not Vehicle paint
use abrasive or acidic cleaning agents.
General information
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for in-
stance from insects, with shampoo and Regular care contributes to driving safety
wash off with water. and value retention. Environmental influen-
ces in areas with elevated air pollution or
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an natural contaminants, such as tree resin or
ice scraper. pollen can affect the vehicle's paintwork.
Tailor the frequency and extent of your ve-
After washing the vehicle hicle care to these influences.
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes Corrosive substances such as spilled fuel,
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking ac- oil, grease or bird droppings, must be re-
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The surface of displays can be damaged
with improper cleaning. There is a risk of
damage to property, among other potential
damage. Avoid pressure that is too high
and do not use any scratching materials.
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Technical data
Vehicle features and options in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies
to safety-related functions and systems.
This chapter describes all standard, country- When using these functions and systems,
specific and optional features offered with the applicable laws and regulations must be
the series. It also describes features and observed.
functions that are not necessarily available
General information
The technical data and specifications in the values can be found in the approval docu-
Owner's Manual are used as guidance val- ments, on labels on the vehicle or can be ob-
ues. The vehicle-specific data can deviate tained from a dealer’s service center or an-
from this, for instance due to the selected other qualified service center or repair
special equipment, country version or coun- shop.
try-specific measurement method. Detailed
Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the tenna, roof racks or spoiler. The heights can
model version, equipment or country-spe- deviate, for instance due to the selected
cific measurement method. special equipment, tires, load and chassis
The specified heights do not take into ac- version.
count attached parts, for instance a roof an-
MINI 3-door
Width with mirrors in/mm 75.9/1,928
Width without mirrors in/mm 68/1,727
Height in/mm 55.7/1,414
Length in/mm 152.8/3,880
Wheelbase in/mm 98.2/2,495
Smallest turning radius diam. ft/m 35.4/10.8
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Width with mirrors in/mm 75.9/1,928
Width without mirrors in/mm 68/1,727
Height in/mm 56.1/1,425
Length in/mm 159.1/4,040
Wheelbase in/mm 101.1/2,567
Smallest turning radius diam. ft/m 36.4/11.1
Weights
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MINI
Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 11.6/44.0
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Appendix
Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the
vehicle are listed here.
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Everything from A to Z
Index
A Arrival time 138
Ash tray 214
ABS Antilock Braking System 175 Assistance when driving off, see Drive-off
Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Con- assistant 178
trol 121 Assistance with breakdown 285
Accessories and parts 8 Audio, see Owner's Manual for Navigation,
ACC, see Camera-based cruise control 179 Entertainment and Communication 6
Activated charcoal filter 206 Automatic car wash 293
Activation times, parked-car ventila- Automatic climate control 203
tion 207 Automatic Curb Monitor, exterior mir-
Active Cruise Control, see Camera-based ror 90
cruise control 179 Automatic deactivation, front-seat passen-
Active Guard, see Intelligent Safety 162 ger airbags 153
Adaptive chassis 177 Automatic headlight control 146
Additives, engine oil types 273 Automatic locking 74
Adjusting menu contents, Central Informa- Automatic transmission, see Steptronic
tion Display (CID) 40 transmission 116
Adjustments, steering wheel 91 Automatic unlocking 75
Airbags 151 AUTO program, automatic climate con-
Airbags, indicator and warning light 153 trol 205
Air circulation, see Recirculated-air AUTO program, intensity 205
mode 202, 205 Auto Start/Stop function 101
Air conditioner 201 Average consumption 137
air conditioning, climate 204 Average speed 137
Air distribution, manual 202, 206 Axle loads, approved 299
Air drying, see air conditioning 204
Air flow, air conditioner 202 B
Air flow, automatic climate control 205
Air outlets, see Ventilation 206 Backrest curvature, see Lumbar support 83
Air pressure, tires 246 Backrest, seats 82
Alarm system 75 Bad weather light 148
Alarm triggering 75 Battery, disposing of 283
Alarm, unintentional 77 Battery, vehicle 282
All-season tires, see Winter tires 256 Being towed, see Tow-starting and tow-
Amazon Alexa Car Integration 46 ing 289
Antifreeze, see Washer fluid 114 Belts, see Safety belts 85
Antilock Braking System ABS 175 Beverage holder, see Cup holders 222
Anti-slip control, see DSC 175 Blocking, power window, see Safety
Apps, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga- switch 79
tion, Entertainment, Communication 6 Bluetooth connection 53
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Bonus range, GREEN Mode 238 Cell phone, see Owner's Manual for Naviga-
Bottle holder, see Cup holders 222 tion, Entertainment and Communication 6
Brake assistant 175 Center armrest 221
Brake discs, break-in 230 Center console 34
Brake pads, break-in 230 Central Information Display (CID) 36
Braking, information 232 Central Information Display (CID), see Con-
Breakdown assistance 285 trol Display 38
Breaking in 230 Central instrument cluster, LED ring 140
Brightness, Control Display 49 Central locking system, unlocking, from in-
Bulb replacement 280 side 68
Bulb replacement, rear 281 Central screen, see Control Display 38
Bulbs and lights 280 Changes, technical, see For Your Own
Buttons on the steering wheel 32 Safety 7
Button, SOS 286 Changing parts 279
Button, Start/Stop 98 Changing wheels 262
Bypassing, see Jump-starting 287 Changing, wheels and tires 255
Charging smartphone, see Wireless charg-
C ing tray 216
Charging tray for smartphones, see Wire-
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Camera-based assistance systems, see Intel- Chassis number, see Vehicle identification
ligent Safety 162 number 13
Camera-based cruise control 179 Check Control 126
Camera lenses, care 296 Check engine oil level 271
Camera, rearview camera 192 Checking the engine oil level electroni-
Can holder, see Cup holders 222 cally 271
Care 293 Checking the oil level electronically 271
Care, light-alloy wheels 295 Children, seating position 92
Care of displays, screens 296 Children, transporting safely 92
Care, vehicle 294 Child restraint system 92
Cargo area 224 Child restraint system LATCH 95
Cargo area, adapting size 228 Child restraint systems, mounting 93
Cargo area, enlarging 226 Child safety locks 97
Cargo area lid 70 Child seat, mounting 93
Cargo area, storage compartments 226 Child seats 92
Cargo cover 226 Chrome parts, care 295
Cargo position, rear seat backrest 226 Cigarette lighter 214
Cargo, stowing and securing 224 Cleaning displays, screens 296
Cargo straps 225 Clearance, water 232
Carpet, care 296 Climate control 201, 203
Car wash 293 Clothes hooks 222
Car wash, automatic 293 Coasting 239
Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust gas Coasting with engine decoupled, see Coast-
system 231 ing 239
CBS Condition Based Service 277 Coasting with idling engine 239
Combination switch, see Turn signals 106
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Drive-off assistant, see DSC 175 Emergency service, see MINI Roadside As-
Driver assistance, see Intelligent sistance 285
Safety 162 Emergency unlocking, fuel filler flap 243
Driver profiles 71 Emergency unlocking, transmission
Driver profiles, exporting profiles 73 lock 120
Driver profiles, importing profiles 73 Emergency wheel, compact wheel, see
Driving Dynamics Control, see MINI Driv- Emergency wheel 265
ing Modes switch 177 Energy control 132
Driving Excitement, SPORT 139 Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 101
Driving instructions, breaking in 230 Engine compartment 268
Driving mode, GREEN 236 Engine coolant 275
Driving mode, GREEN Driving style analy- Engine idling when driving, see Coast-
sis 241 ing 239
Driving modes 177 Engine oil 271
Driving notes, general 231 Engine oil, adding 272
Driving notes, things to remember when Engine oil change 274
driving 230 Engine oil filler neck 272
Driving on racetracks 234 Engine oil types to add 273
Driving stability control systems 175 Engine start, see Jump-starting 287
Driving, Start/Stop button 98 Engine start, see Starting the engine 99
Driving style analysis 241 Engine stop 100
Driving through water 232 Engine temperature, display 138
Driving tip, GREEN tip 238 Entering a destination, see Owner's Hand-
Driving tips 231 book for Navigation, Entertainment, Com-
DSC Dynamic Stability Control 175 munication 6
DTC Dynamic Traction Control 176 Entering an address, navigation, see Own-
DVD, video, see Owner's Handbook for Nav- er's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment
igation, Entertainment, Communication 6 and Communication 6
Dynamic damping, see Adaptive chas- Entertainment, see Owner's Manual for Nav-
sis 177 igation, Entertainment and Communica-
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 175 tion 6
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 176 Equipment, interior 209
Error displays, see Check Control 126
E ESP Electronic Stability Program, see
DSC 175
Electronic displays, instrument clus- Exchanging, wheels and tires 255
ter 125, 126 Exhaust gas system 231
Electronic oil measurement 271 Exhaustion warner 173
Electronic Stability Program ESP, see Exhaust, see Exhaust gas system 231
DSC 175 Exterior mirror, Automatic Curb Moni-
E-mail, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga- tor 90
tion, Entertainment, Communication 6 Exterior mirror, automatic dimming fea-
Emergency braking, see PostCrash - ture 90
iBrake 174 Exterior mirrors 89
Emergency Request 286 Exterior mirrors, malfunction 90
External start, see Jump-starting 287
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Failure message, see Check Control 126 Garage door opener, see Integrated Univer-
False alarm, see Avoiding unintentional sal Remote Control 209
alarms 77 Gasoline 244
Fan, see Air flow 202, 205 Gear shift indicator 134
Fastening safety belts, see Safety belts 85 General driving notes 231
Fatigue alert 173 General settings 48
Filler neck for engine oil 272 Glare shield 214
Filter, see Microfilter 203 Glass sunroof, initialize the system 81
Fine wood, care 296 Glass sunroof, see Panoramic glass sun-
First-aid kit 285 roof 79
Fish, MINIMALISM display 241 Glove compartment 220
Flat tire, changing wheels 262 GPS geolocation, vehicle position 49
Flat tire, continued driving 158, 161 GPS, navigation, see Owner's Handbook for
Flat tire, Flat Tire Monitor TPM 160 Navigation, Entertainment, Communica-
Flat tire message, FTM 160 tion 6
Flat tire message, TPM 156 GREEN bonus range 238
Flat Tire Monitor TPM 160 GREEN Mode 236
Flat tire, repairing 257 GREEN - program, driving dynamics 177
Flat tire, warning light 156, 160 GREEN tip, driving tip 238
Flooding, driving through 232 Gross vehicle weight, approved 299
Floor carpet, care 296 Ground clearance 233
Floor mats, care 296
Fold-away position, windshield wip- H
ers 110, 113
Foot brake 232 Handbrake, electric, see Parking brake,
Forward Collision Warning with collision electric 104
mitigation 163 Handbrake, manual, see Parking brake,
For Your Own Safety 7 manual 104
Front airbags 151 Hand-held transmitter, alternating
Front-seat passenger airbags, automatic de- code 210
activation 153 Hands-free device, see Owner's Handbook
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi-
light 154 cation 6
Front seats 82 Hazard warning flashers 285
Fuel 244 Head airbag 152
Fuel cap 242 Headlight control, automatic 146
Fuel filler flap 242 Headlight flasher 107
Fuel filler flap, emergency unlocking 243 Headlight glass 281
Fuel gauge 130 Headlights, care 294
Fuel quality 244
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