Mini COOPER Convertible Owner's Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL MINIMINI CONVERTIBLEContentsA to Z Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 845 - © 08/07 BMW AG

8NOTESParts and accessories:For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the MINI.When you purchase accessor

98LOADING CARGO ROOF-MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK*Always position and secure the load as described above. If you do not, it can pose a danger to the passenger

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102BREAK-IN PROCEDURES GENERAL DRIVING NOTESMoving parts need to be given some time until they can interact smoothly with one another. To ensure that

103OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXGENERAL DRIVING NOTESSafe braking Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stan-dard feature. If you are i

104GENERAL DRIVING NOTESMobile communications in the vehicleThe manufacturer of your MINI rec-ommends that you do not use mobile devices, e.g. mobile

105OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXREFUELINGAlways switch off the engine before refueling; otherwise no fuel can be added to the tank and t

106REFUELINGThis gasoline is highly recommended.However, you may also use gasoline with less AKI. The minimum AKI rating is 87.If you use gasoline wit

107OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXREFUELINGManual release with the MINI ConvertibleIn the event of an electrical malfunction, the fuel fil

9OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXReporting safety defectsFor US customers:The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the

108TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE Information for your safetyIt is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving safety and driving comfort that

109OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTIRE INFLATION PRESSUREModel Tire size Pressures specified in psi/kPaAll pressure specifications in the

110TIRE INFLATION PRESSUREModel Tire size Pressures specified in psi/kPaAll pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with

111OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTIRE INFLATION PRESSUREMore information about permissible loads and weights can be found on pages 155, 1

112TIRE CODINGKnowing the tire code on the tire's sidewall makes it easier for you to choose and iden-tify the correct tires.Tire sizee.g. 205/45

113OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTIRE CODING TIRE CONDITION Traction The traction grades, from highest to low-est, are AA, A, B, and C. T

114TIRE CONDITIONWear indicators in the tread-groove base are spread around the circumference of the tire and are marked on the sidewall of the tire w

115OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXRUN-FLAT TIRES*You will recognize Run-Flat Tires by a circu-lar symbol containing the letters RSC on the

116NEW WHEELS AND TIRESThe correct wheels and tiresThe manufacturer of your MINI rec-ommends mounting only wheels and tires that it has specifically a

117OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXNEW WHEELS AND TIRES SNOW CHAINS*Special characteristics of winter tiresThe manufacturer of your MINI re

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118BONNETDo not attempt to service your vehi-cle if you do not have the required technical background. If you are not famil-iar with the regulations t

119OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX1 Reservoir for windshield and rear window washer system*642 Vehicle identification number3 Coolant expa

1201 Reservoir for windshield and rear window washer system*642 Vehicle identification number3 Coolant expansion tank 1224 Engine oil filler neck 1215

121OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXENGINE OILMeasuring the oil level1. With the vehicle's engine at normal operating temperature, i.e.

122ENGINE OIL COOLANTApproved engine oilsThe quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the operation and service life of an eng

123OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCOOLANTAs an example, the illustration shows the coolant tank of the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER Con

124BRAKE SYSTEMBrake fluid levelThe warning lamp comes on although the parking brake is not engaged: The brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low

125OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXMINI MAINTENANCE SYSTEMThe MINI maintenance system helps main-tain your vehicle's road safety and o

126SOCKET FOR ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS OBD CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLEPrimary components of exhaust emissions can be checked by a device via the OBD socket.Thi

127OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCARING FOR YOUR VEHICLEdamage caused by undesired wiper activa-tion.<Rod antennaIf necessary, for exa

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128CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLEner, heavy-duty grease remover, fuel or similar>Fine-wood parts*:Please clean wood paneling and other wood parts only wit

129OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE If the convertible top is very dirty, it is rec-ommended that it

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132ONBOARD TOOL KIT WIPER BLADESThe picture shows as an example the tire change set with onboard tools for vehicles with the space-saver spare tire.D

133OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXWIPER BLADES LAMPS AND BULBSRear window wiper*1. Rotate the wiper arm completely out 2. Turn the wiper b

134LAMPS AND BULBS1Low beamsH7 bulb, 55 watts2High beams H7 bulb, 55 wattsThe H7 bulb is pressurized. Therefore, wear safety glasses and protective gl

135OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXLAMPS AND BULBSSide turn signal indicators5 watt bulb1. Slide the lamp toward the rear of the vehicle an

136LAMPS AND BULBSRear fog lamp*With the space-saver spare tire option:Access to the lamp via the back or under-side of the bumper.1. Press the clips

137OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXREPAIRING A FLAT TIRE SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*Safety measures in the event of a flat: Park the vehicle as

121 >Parking lamps/Low beams 60>Turn signal indicators 61>Standing lamps 60>High beams 61>Headlamp flasher 61>Onboard computer 702 W

138SPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*Removing the space-saver spare tireThe screw connection of the space-saver spare tire is in the luggage compartment under th

139OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXSPACE-SAVER SPARE TIRE*CHANGING TIRES9. Pull out the space-saver spare tire towards the rear underneath

140CHANGING TIRESJacking up the vehicle1. Place the jack at the jacking point closest to the wheel.The jack base must be perpendicular to the surface

141OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXMINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*MINI Mobility SystemThe MINI Mobility System is provided to help you repair a flat

142MINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*Pumping in liquid sealant1. Shake the filling canister2. Screw the filling hose onto the filling canister3. Unscrew the dust p

143OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXMINI MOBILITY SYSTEM*If an air pressure of 26 psi/180 kPa cannot be reached, unscrew the hose 1 and driv

144VEHICLE BATTERYStorage locationMINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convert-ible:The battery is located in the engine com-partment, refer to page 119.MINI C

145OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFUSESDo not attempt to repair a blown fuse or replace it with a fuse of a dif-ferent color or Ampere rat

146JUMP-STARTINGWhen your battery is discharged, you can use two jumper cables to start your vehicle with power from the battery in a second vehicle.

147OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXJUMP-STARTING TOWING AND TOW-STARTINGFlip open the cover of the auxiliary jump-starting terminal, arrow

13OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX1Tachometer 69with indicator and warning lamps, page 16 ff2 Display for onboard computer 70 without onboa

148TOWING AND TOW-STARTINGAccess to the threaded socket The illustration shows by way of example the MINI COOPER and the MINI COOPER Convertible.Pry o

149OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTOWING AND TOW-STARTINGWith a tow truck:Have the MINI or MINI Convertible trans-ported by a tow truck wi

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152ENGINE DATAMINI COOPER,MINI COOPER ConvertibleMINI COOPER S,MINI COOPER S ConvertibleMINI COOPER S, MINI COOPER S Convertible with John Cooper Work

153OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXDIMENSIONS: MINIAll measurements in inches/millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 34 ft 10 in/10.66 m

154DIMENSIONS: MINI CONVERTIBLEAll measurements in inches/millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia. 34 ft 10 in/10.66 m.Values following a ; are diffe

155OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXWEIGHTS: MINIMINI COOPER MINI COOPER SCurb weight, with all optional special equipmentwith manual transm

156WEIGHTS: MINI CONVERTIBLEMINI COOPER Convertible MINI COOPER S ConvertibleCurb weight, with all optional special equipmentwith manual transmissiona

157OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCAPACITIESNotesFuel tankReservegal./litersgal./litersapprox. 13.2/50approx. 2.1/8Fuel quality, refer to

141Tachometer 69with indicator and warning lamps, page 16 ff2 Display for onboard computer3 Speedometer with indicator and warn-ing lamps, page 16 ff4

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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z160AABS Antilock Brake System 72indicator lamp 17,18Accessories, refer to Your individual vehicle 6Activated-charcoal filter 87A

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z161OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXBrake pads 103break-in procedures 102warning lamp 18Brakes 124ABS 72brake fluid 12

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z162Configuring settings, refer to Vehicle Memory 49Consumption, refer toAverage consumption 71Current fuel consumption 71Content

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z163OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXDriving downhill 103Driving hints, refer to Driving notes 102Driving lamps, refer

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z164Flat tireFlat Tire Monitor 74,75MINI Mobility System 141Run-Flat Tires 75space-saver spare tire 137Tire Pressure Monitor TPM

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z165OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXIIce warning, refer to Outside temperature warning 70Ignition 53Ignition key 24Ign

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z166Luggage compartmentcover 93emergency operation, refer to Manual release 30expanding 93lid, refer to Tailgate 29opening/closin

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z167OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXOil change intervals, refer to Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US mod

15OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXDISPLAY ELEMENTS WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM* OR COCKPIT CHRONO PACK*1 Indicator and warning lamps, page 16 ff

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z168Remote control key, refer to Master keys with remote control 24Replacement key 24Replacement of tireschanging tires 137new wh

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z169OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXSpeed 152with Run-Flat Tires 75with Run Flat tires 77with the space-saver spare ti

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z170Tire punctureRun-Flat Tires 75Run Flat tires 77Tiresage 112air loss 77break-in procedures 102changing 139condition 113damage

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z171OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXVehicle Memory 49Ventilation, draft-free 84,87Ventilation, refer toAir conditionin

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Please enter your preferred fuel quality here.The oil volume between the two marks on the dip-stick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter.FuelQ

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16INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPSTechnology that monitors itselfThe system runs a check on the indicator and warning lamps marked by + when you turn the k

17OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXINDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPSYellow: stop immediately Flat Tire Monitor* or Tire Pressure Monitor* + The wa

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18INDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPSRed: have it checked soonAirbags + There is a malfunction in the airbag system. Have the system checked as soon as possib

19OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXINDICATOR AND WARNING LAMPSYellow: for your informationThe warning lamp* comes on.The gas cap is not corr

20MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEEL*Multifunction sports steering wheelThe multifunction sports steering wheel comes with integrated control buttons enabli

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24KEYS CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEMDepending on your vehicle's equipment vesion, you will have received the following keys:1 Master keys with remote co

25OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXOPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDEVia remote controlWhen the vehicle is unlocked or locked, the anti-theft

26OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE1 Unlocking and convenience opening2 Locking and securing3 Unlocking the tailgateTo unlock1. Press button . The dri

27OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXOPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDEMalfunctionLocal radio waves can interfere with func-tions of the remote

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MINIThis Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when s

28OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM INSIDEThis switch locks or unlocks the doors and tailgate when the front doors are closed, but the anti-theft system is no

29OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTAILGATE To open from the outsidePress the button in the handle strip or the button on the remote control

30TAILGATEManual release in the MINI In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also unlock the tailgate manually.1. Fold the rear seat bench

31OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTAILGATE ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWS5. Pull the handle, see arrow.The tailgate is released.To open the windows

32ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWSConvenience operationFor convenience operation using the remote control refer to page 26, for opera-tion via the door lock ref

33OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXGLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC*To raisePress the switch.>The closed glass sunroof is raised.>The closed gl

34GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC*ROLLER SUN BLIND*Pinch protection systemIf, while closing, the glass sunroof encoun-ters resistance within roughly the last

35OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOFOpening and closing the sliding sunroofTo open:Press butto

36CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOFOpening and closing the convertible topObserve the instructions and safety precau-tions described abo

37OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOFInterruptionThe automatic movement is immediately interrup

CONTENTS2© 2007 Bayerische Motoren Werke AktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Mun

38CONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOFBefore closing1. Fold the rear bench seat upward and remove the special hexagon wrench attached to it

39OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCONVERTIBLE TOP WITH INTEGRATED SLIDING SUNROOF WIND DEFLECTOR*Closing the convertible topIf possible, cl

40WIND DEFLECTOR*Before installing1. Take the wind deflector out of the pouch2. Fold out the wind deflector, arrow 13. Press the locking device togeth

41OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXWIND DEFLECTOR*Collapsing1. To unlock, push the handle of the secur-ing pin on the side into its rearmost

42SAFE SEATING POSITIONThe ideal seating position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, relatively fatigue-free driving. Together with the safety

43OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXSEAT ADJUSTMENTImportant adjustment informationNever try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle.

44SEAT ADJUSTMENT HEAD RESTRAINTS Lumbar support*You can adjust the contour of the backrest for additional support in the curvature of your spine&apos

45OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXHEAD RESTRAINTS ENTRY TO THE REARAdjust the head restraint in such a way that it is centered roughly at e

46SAFETY BELTS Comply with the instructions on page 42, or the occupants' personal safety will be diminished.<Make sure every occupant fastens

47OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXSAFETY BELTS SEAT HEATING* STEERING WHEELDamaged safety beltsIf the safety belts are stressed or damaged

3OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXDriving:Ignition lock 53Starting the engine 53Switching off the engine 54Parking brake 54Manual transmissi

48MIRRORSExterior mirrorsThe front passenger's mirror is more concave than the driver's mirror. The objects reflected in the mirror are clos

49OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXVEHICLE MEMORYHow the system functionsNo doubt you have often reflected on how great it would be if you c

50TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY The proper place for childrenDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise they could endanger themselves

51OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELYChild seat securityAll rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front pa

52TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELYLATCH child-restraint fixing systemLATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil-dren.The anchor points for the LATCH child-r

53OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXIGNITION LOCK STARTING THE ENGINE0 Steering locked1 Steering unlocked2 Ignition switched on3 Starting the

54STARTING THE ENGINE SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE PARKING BRAKEManual transmission1. Engage the parking brake2. Gearshift lever in idle position3. Depres

55OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXPARKING BRAKE MANUAL TRANSMISSIONforce. Keep your thumb pressed against the release button while pulling

56AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC*In addition to the fully automatic mode, you can shift gears manually using Step-tronic, refer to page 57.Sel

57OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC*Kickdown Kickdown can be used to achieve maxi-mum vehicle performa

CONTENTS4In the engine compartment:Bonnet 118Engine compartment: MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Convertible 119 MINI COOPER S and MINI COOPER S Convertib

58AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC*Switching from M/S + – Manual mode into the selector lever positions P, R and N is only possible via D.Shifti

59OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH STEPTRONIC*Overriding the selector lever lockShould the selector lever remain

60PARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS1Parking lamps2Low beams3 Automatic headlamp control*Parking lampsTurn the light switch to position 1. The front, rear and si

61OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXPARKING LAMPS/LOW BEAMS TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR/HEADLAMP FLASHERperiods of time; otherwise, you may not be

62INSTRUMENT LIGHTING FOG LAMPS INTERIOR LAMPSTo control the instrument lighting, press the button.Brighter displayPress the button until the desired

63OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXINTERIOR LAMPS WASHER/WIPER SYSTEMSwitching the interior light in the MINI Convertible on and off manuall

64WASHER/WIPER SYSTEM WASHER FLUIDYou can have this function activated/deactivated.<Cleaning windshield and headlamps∗The system sprays washer flui

65OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXWASHER FLUID CRUISE CONTROL*Always observe the instructions on the con-tainers.<Washer fluid levelThe

66CRUISE CONTROL*To activate via the multifunction sports steering wheel1. Start the engine2. Press button 2.The indicator lamp in the instrument clus

67OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXODOMETER CLOCK FUEL GAUGE 1 Trip odometer/clock2OdometerTrip odometer/clockTo switch between the trip odo

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68FUEL GAUGE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE In the navigation system*Please also comply with the instruc-tions in the previous section.<If the LED chan

69OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTACHOMETER SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAYDo not operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of

70ONBOARD COMPUTER*Mode selectionYou can use the button in the turn signal indicator lever to retrieve information from the onboard computer for displ

71OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXONBOARD COMPUTER*Average speed, average fuel consumptionTo reset average consumption, average speed:Press

72DRIVING STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMSYour MINI or MINI Convertible is equipped with a series of systems that help maintain driving stability even in adv

73OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXDRIVING STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMSSwitching off the ASC or DSCBriefly press the switch.The indicator lamp

74FLAT TIRE MONITOR The conceptAs you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the tire inflation pressure in all four tires. The system alerts you

75OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXFLAT TIRE MONITORFlat tire warningThe warning lamp lights up in yel-low. An acoustic signal also sounds.

76TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR*The conceptTPM checks the inflation pressures of the four mounted tires. The system notifies you if there is a significant los

77OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXTIRE PRESSURE MONITOR*Message for low tire inflation pressureThe warning lamp lights up in yel-low. An ac

6About this Owner's ManualIn compiling this Owner's Manual we have made every effort to furnish you with a convenient reference source affor

78TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR*>If TPM is temporarily malfunctioning due to other systems or devices using the same radio frequency.Declaration according

79OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAIRBAGSThe following airbags are located under the marked covers:MINI1 Side airbags in the backrests2 Hea

80AIRBAGStivated or activated, refer to Functional sta-tus of the front passenger airbags below. <Before transporting a child on the front passenge

81OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXPARK DISTANCE CONTROL (PDC)* The conceptThe PDC assists you when you back into a parking space. A signal

821 Air onto the windshield and onto the side windows2 Air for the upper body area 843 Air for the front and rear footwells4Temperature 835 Windshield

83OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMAir volume/Blower You can select blower speeds from 1 to 4. Position 0: blower is

84AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMDraft-free ventilationButton 1: air outlets can be opened and closed by turning. The points indicate the position in each cas

85OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX1 Air onto the windshield and onto the side windows2 Air for the upper body area 873 Air for the front an

86AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*Automatic air distribution and volumeThe LED is lit when the AUTO pro-gram is on.Automatic adjustment of the air distribu-

87OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXAUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL*setting at HI, the recirculated air mode can-not be switched on.<Defrosting

7OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXEditorial noticeThe manufacturer pursues a policy of con-tinuous, ongoing development that is con-ceived t

88GLOVE COMPARTMENT To openPull the handle. The light goes on.To closeFold the door up.To prevent injury in the event of an accident, close the glove

89OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXCENTER ARMREST*DRINKS HOLDERS, ASHTRAYStorage compartmentsDepending on the equipment version*, the center

90CIGARETTE LIGHTER, 12 V POWER SUPPLYLighterPress the cigarette lighter in.Remove as soon as the lighter jumps back out.Hold or touch the hot cigaret

91OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXINTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL*The conceptThe integrated universal remote control takes the place of

92INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL*4. Simultaneously press the command but-ton of the original control device and the desired memory button 1 on th

93OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINILuggage compartment coverWhen the tailgate is opened, the luggage compartm

94LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINI CONVERTIBLELoading aidWhen the convertible top is closed, you can load the vehicle more easily by releasing the conv

95OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINI CONVERTIBLE LOADING CARGO2. Pull the lever to release the catch3. Fold th

96LOADING CARGODetermining cargo limit1. Locate the following statement on your vehicle's placard:The combined weight of occu-pants and cargo sho

97OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEXLOADING CARGOStowing cargo >Place heavy cargo as far forward as possi-ble, directly behind the backres