2008 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE Owners Manual

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
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setting at HI, the recirculated air mode can-
not be switched on. The LED is lit when the function is
on.
Ice and condensation are rapidly removed
from the rear window, windshield and side
windows.
Condensation is removed from the win-
dows more quickly when the cooling func-
tion is also activated.
The rear window defroster/windshield
heating are switched on automatically.
They can be switched off again via the
respective button.
Individual air distribution
Combine the air distribution your-
self. Automatic adjustment of the
air distribution is deactivated.
It is not possible to distribute air
simultaneously toward the win-
dows and toward the upper body area.
You can switch the unit from 6 to
7 by pressing the buttons for the
cooling function and air distribution
toward the footwell at the same time.<
Microfilter/Activated-charcoal filterThe microfilter removes dust and pollen
from the incoming or recirculated air. The
activated-charcoal filter provides addi-
tional protection by filtering gaseous pol-
lutants from the outside air.
Your MINI Dealer replaces this combined
filter as a standard part of your scheduled
maintenance. A substantial reduction in
the air supply indicates that the filter must
be replaced before scheduled maintenance.
Draft-free ventilationButton 1: air outlets can be opened and
closed by turning.
The points indicate the position in each
case.
Nozzle 2: change the direction of the air
flow by swiveling.

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GLOVE 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 compart-
ment immediately after use.<
VentilationTo allow ventilation:
Turn the rotary switch to the horizontal
position.
To shut off ventilation:
Turn the rotary switch to the vertical posi-
tion, see arrow.
Depending on the temperature set-
ting of the air conditioning or the
automatic climate control, high tempera-
tures may result in the glove compart-
ment.<
Connection for external audio device*1 Cigarette lighter socket for power supply
2 Socket for sound output
You can connect an external audio device
such as a CD or MP3 player and play audio
recordings over the vehicle loudspeakers.
To do so, open the glove compartment and
connect the device's headphones or line-
out terminal to socket 2.
The volume and tone settings are adjusted
over the car radio, refer to the Owner's
Manual for Radio.
Shut off ventilation to the glove com-
partment while an audio device is
connected. Otherwise the device may be
damaged due to thermal exposure.<

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CENTER ARMREST
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DRINKS HOLDERS, ASHTRAY
Storage compartmentsDepending on the equipment version
*, the
center armrest between the front seats
contains a compartment or a base plate for
a mobile phone.
To open:
Slide the cover backwards.
The cover slides along guide rails and
can be opened fully by pushing it
back and lifting it slightly.<
To close:
Push the cover forwards.
Beverage holdersBeverage holders are at the front or top of
the center console. Another is located at
the end of the center console in the rear.
Do not place any glass containers in
the beverage holders, as this
increases the risk of injury in the event of
an accident. age holders in the center console.

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CIGARETTE LIGHTER, 12 V POWER SUPPLYLighterPress the cigarette lighter in.
Remove as soon as the lighter jumps back
out.
Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter
by the knob only. Holding or touching it
in other areas could result in burns. supplySuitable as a power socket for flashlights,
car vacuum cleaners, etc., up to a rating of
approx. 200 watts at 12 volts.
Avoid damaging the socket with plugs of
different shapes or sizes.
If the vehicle is equipped with a MINI
Mobility System, the 12 V socket is also for
supplying the compressor.
12 V socket in the luggage
compartment* of the MINI ConvertibleThe socket is located in the luggage com-
partment on the left-hand side of the rear
panel, arrow.

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INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL
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The concept
The integrated universal remote control
takes the place of up to three different con-
trol devices for different radio-remote-con-
trolled systems such as gate openers and
household alarm systems. The integrated
universal remote control detects and learns
the signal transmitted by the original con-
trol device.
The signal of an original control device can
be programmed onto one of the three
memory buttons 1. The system in question
can then be operated by means of the pro-
grammed memory button 1. Signal trans-
mission is indicated by LED 2.
If you decide to sell your vehicle one day, in
the interest of your own security, remem-
ber to delete the programs before the vehi-
cle leaves your possession, refer to page92.
While programming is in progress
and before operating any pro-
grammed system by remote control using
the integrated universal remote control,
make sure that the movement area of the
system in question is clear of people, ani-
mals and inanimate obstructions, in order
to avoid possible injury or damage. Also
comply with the safety precautions issued
for the original control device.<
Checking compatibility
If this symbol is shown on the pack-
aging or in the operating instruc-
tions of the original control device,
it is safe to assume that the remote-con-
trolled system is compatible with the inte-
grated universal remote control.
If you have any additional question,
please contact your MINI Dealer or
call: 1-800-355-3515.
You can find more information on the
Internet at:
www.miniusa.com or
www.homelink.com.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of
Johnson Controls, Inc.<
Programming1 Memory buttons
2LEDFixed-code control device1. Switch on the ignition
2. For first-time start-up: press both outer
buttons 1 for approx. 20 seconds until
LED 2 flashes. This clears all three mem-
ory buttons 1
3. Hold the original control device approx.
2 to 8 in/5 to 20 cm away from memory
buttons 1.
The required distance between the
control device and memory
buttons 1 may vary, depending on the
system of the original control device in
question.<

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INTEGRATED UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL
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4. Simultaneously press the command but-
ton of the original control device and the
desired memory button 1 on the inte-
grated universal remote control. The LED
2 begins to flash slowly. Release both
buttons when LED 2 starts flashing rap-
idly. If LED 2 does not start to flash rap-
idly after approx. 15 seconds, change the
distance between the two devices
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other
original control devices.
The corresponding memory button 1 is
now programmed with the signal of the
original control device.
You can operate the system with the igni-
tion key in position 2 or 3.
If the system cannot be operated
after repeated attempts at program-
ming, check whether the original control
device is equipped with an alternating-
code system. You can either check the oper-
ating instructions of the original control
device for this information, or you can
press and hold down the programmed
memory button 1 of the integrated univer-
sal remote control. If LED 2 of the inte-
grated universal remote control flashes
rapidly for a brief period and then remains
on for approx. two seconds, the original
control device is equipped with an alternat-
ing-code system. In this case, the memory
buttons 1 are programmed as described for
an alternating-code control device. instructions of the system in question in
order to program the integrated universal
remote control. Read through the operat-
ing instructions for information on syn-
chronization.
Observe the following additional instruc-
tions when you program an alternating-
code control device:
You will find programming easier if
you have the assistance of a second
person.<
1. Park your vehicle within range of the
radio-remote-controlled device
2. Program the integrated universal
remote control as described above in the
section on fixed-code programming
3. Locate the button on the receiver of the
target device, for example on the upper
part of the drive
4. Press the button on the receiver of the
target device. Once you have completed
step 4, you have approx. 30 seconds to
complete step 5
5. Press the programmed memory
button 1 of the integrated universal
remote control three times.
The corresponding memory button 1 is
now programmed with the signal of the
original control device.
Consult your MINI Dealer if you have
any questions.<
Deleting memory buttonsPress both outer buttons 1 for approx.
20 seconds until LED 2 flashes: all memory
buttons are cleared.
It is not possible to delete individual mem-
ory buttons 1.

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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINILuggage compartment coverWhen the tailgate is opened, the luggage
compartment cover is also raised.
Never place any heavy or hard objects
on the luggage compartment cover;
otherwise occupants could be injured dur-
ing braking maneuvers.<
RemovalTo load bulky luggage, the compartment
cover can be removed.
1. Remove the retaining straps on the tail-
gate
2. Pull the luggage compartment cover out
towards the rear.
Foldable rear backrest1. Pull lever
2. Fold the rear backrest forwards.
When folding the backrest back into
its original position, always ensure
that the catch engages securely. A loose
backrest might fail to prevent cargo from
entering the passenger compartment dur-
ing sudden braking or evasive maneuvers,
posing a potential hazard to occupants.<

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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT IN THE MINI CONVERTIBLELoading aidWhen the convertible top is closed, you can
load the vehicle more easily by releasing
the convertible top and folding it up.
1. Release the convertible top using the
handles, see arrows 1
2. Lift the convertible top, see arrow 2
3. Fold back the handles and place them on
holders 3.
After folding the loading aid back
down, lock the handles in place again
completely to operate the convertible
top.<
Expanding the luggage compartment
volumeYou can enlarge the luggage compartment
volume when the convertible top is closed.
1. Fold the convertible top upwards, refer
to Loading aid
2. Detach the luggage compartment cover
from the brackets, see arrow 1, and
engage it on the upper support pins, see
arrow 2
3. Place the luggage compartment cover
into a horizontal position.
To operate the convertible top, move
the luggage compartment cover back
to its lower position.<
Through-loading systemTo be able to transport larger objects, the
rear backrest can be folded down.
1. Unlock the catch for the rear backrest
with an ignition key or master key