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HEAD RESTRAINTS ENTRY TO THE REAR
Adjust the head restraint in such a
way that it is centered roughly at ear
level. Otherwise, there is an increased risk
of injury in the event of an accident.
To avoid possible violation of traffic laws,
never retract the head restraints unless the
rear seats are empty. Always ensure that
the head restraints are raised before trans-
porting passengers in the rear seat.<
Removal1. Pull up the head restraint as far as it will
go
2. Press the button, see arrow 1, while pull-
ing the head restraint all the way out.Installation1. Insert the head restraint into the guides
2. Adjust the head restraint.
Easy entryThe Easy entry function includes a memory
for the longitudinal seat and the backrest
positions.
1. Push down the lever at the outside of
the seat, see arrow 1.
The backrest folds forward automati-
cally
2. Push the seat forward, see arrow 2.
Original position
Slide the seat back to its home posi-
tion before folding back the backrest,
otherwise the seat is latched in at its cur-
rent position. In this case, adjust the longi-
tudinal position manually, refer to
page43.<
1. Push the seat back into its home posi-
tion
2. Fold the backrest back to the home posi-
tion to lock the seat.
When sliding the seat to the rear-
most position, ensure that no one is
injured and that no objects are damaged.
Engage and lock both seats and backrests
into position prior to driving; otherwise
unexpected movement could increase the
risk of an accident.<
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EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
160
Flat tire
Flat Tire Monitor74,75
MINI Mobility System137
Run-Flat Tires75
space-saver spare tire133
Flat Tire Monitor74
indicator lamp17
issuing a flat tire warning75
malfunction75
Flat tire, refer to Changing
tires135
Flat tire, refer to Tire
condition109
Floor coverings, carpets124
Floor mats124
Fog lamps62
indicator lamp62
Foldable rear backrest90,91
Folding roof, refer to
Convertible top with
integrated sliding sunroof35
Foot braking, refer to General
driving notes99
Fresh air nozzles,
refer to Draft-free
ventilation81
Front airbags76
Front turn signal indicators,
bulb replacement130 Fuel101
average consumption71
gauge67,68
quality101
tank capacity153
Fuel filler door101
unlocking in the event of
electrical
malfunction102,103
Fuses141
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control88
Gas cap101
Gas, refer to Average
consumption71
Gas, refer to Fuel quality101
Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel
gauge67,68
Gasoline, refer to Fuel
quality101
Gear indicator, for automatic
transmission with
Steptronic57
Gear shifts, automatic
transmission with
Steptronic56 Gearshift lever
automatic transmission with
Steptronic56
manual transmission55
General driving notes98
Glass sunroof, electric33
convenience operation27
opening and closing in the
event of an electrical
malfunction34
remote control26
Glove compartment85
Gross weight, refer to
Weights151,152
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake54
Hazard warning flashers12
Head airbags76
Head restraints44
Headlamp flasher61
indicator lamp19
Headlamp washer reservoir64
capacity, refer to
Capacities153
Headlamp washer system
cleaning headlamps64
washer fluid64 Headlamps
bulb replacement130
care123
Heated rear window
air conditioning system80
automatic climate control83
Heating79
exterior mirrors48
mirrors48
rear window80,83
seats47
windshield80,83
Heavy load, refer to Loading94
Height adjustment
seats43
steering wheel47
Height, refer to
Dimensions149,150
High beams61
bulb replacement130
headlamp flasher61
indicator lamp19
High Performance Synthetic
Oil, refer to Engine oil118
recommended oils118
specified oils118
Holders for beverages86
Horn12
Hot exhaust system100
Hydraulic brake120
Hydroplaning99
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models, Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Oil consumption117
Oil level117
indicator lamp16
Oil pressure, indicator lamp16
Oil service69
Onboard computer70
Onboard tool kit128
MINI Mobility System137
Run-Flat Tires128
space-saver spare tire133
Opening and closing
from inside28
from outside25
via remote control26
via the door lock27
Outlets, refer to
Ventilation79,82
Outside air80
air conditioning system80
Outside air mode, automatic
climate control83
Outside temperature
display70
changing units70
in the onboard computer70
Outside temperature
warning70 Overriding the selector lever
lock59
P
Paintwork care, refer to Vehicle
paintwork123
Park Distance Control (PDC)78
Parking
the vehicle100
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control (PDC)78
Parking brake54
warning lamp
17
Parking lamps60
bulb replacement130
Parking lamps/Low beams60
Parking lock, refer to
PParking56
Parts and accessories, refer to
Your individual vehicle6
Pathway lighting60
PDC Park Distance Control78
Pinch protection system,
glass sunroof, electric34
Plastic123
Pollen, refer to
Microfilter81
Microfilter/Activated-
charcoal filter84
Power convertible top35
Power failure140 Power output, refer to Engine
data148
Power supply, refer to Cigarette
lighter socket87
Power windows31
Pressure, tires104
reinflation using MINI
Mobility System138
Protective function, electric
glass sunroof34
Pumping in liquid sealant138
Q
Quality grades, refer to
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading108
R
Radiator, refer to Coolant118
Radio, refer to separate
Owner's Manual
Rain sensor63
Range70
Reading lamps63
Rear backrest, foldable90,91
Rear fog lamp62
bulb replacement132
indicator lamp62
Rear lamps, bulb
replacement131 Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps131
Rear seats, adjusting head
restraints44
Rear shelf, refer to Luggage
compartment cover90
Rear turn signal indicators, bulb
replacement131
Rear window wiper64,65
replacement129
Rearview mirror48
Recirculated air mode
air conditioning system80
automatic climate control83
Reclining seat, refer to Backrest
tilt44
Refueling101
fuel filler door101
Remaining distance for
service69
Remaining distance, refer to
Range70
Remote control25,26
garage door opener88
malfunction27
Remote control key, refer to
Master keys with remote
control24
Replacement key24