REFERENCEAT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY
37
Driving
Ignition lock
Inserting the key into the ignition lock
Insert the key all the way into the ignition lock.
Radio readiness
Individual electrical consumers can operate.
Removing the key from the ignition lock
Press in the key briefly. It is ejected slightly.
At the same time:
>The ignition is switched off if it was on
beforehand.
Automatic transmission
You cannot take out the key unless the selector
lever is in the P position: interlock.
Start/stop button
Press the start/stop button to switch radio readi-
ness or the ignition on and off. Do not depress
the brake or clutch while doing so.
When you press the start/stop button and
depress the clutch if the car has manual
transmission or the brake if the car has auto-
matic transmission, the engine starts.<
Radio readiness
Individual electrical consumers can operate. The
time and outside temperature are displayed in
the tachometer.
Radio readiness is switched off automatically:
>When the key is removed from the ignition
lock
>When using convenient access
* by pushing
the button on the door handle or the
button on the remote control, refer to Lock-
ing on page26
Ignition on
Most indicator and warning lamps in indicator
area 1, page13, light up for varying lengths of
time.
When the engine is off, switch off the igni-
tion and any unnecessary electrical con-
sumers in order to preserve the battery.<
Radio readiness and ignition off
All indicator and warning lamps in the displays
go out.
ProCarManuals.com
REFERENCEAT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY
77
Practical interior accessories
Integrated universal re-
mote control*
The concept
The integrated universal remote control can
replace as many as three hand-held transmitters
for various remote-controlled devices, such as
garage and gate openers and lighting systems.
The integrated universal remote control regis-
ters and stores signals from the original hand-
held transmitters.
The signal of an original hand-held transmitter
can be programmed on one of the three mem-
ory buttons1. The system in question can then
be operated by means of the programmed
memory button1. The LED2 flashes to confirm
transmission of the signal.
If you decide to sell your vehicle one day, in the
interest of your own security, remember to clear
the stored programs before the vehicle leaves
your possession, page78.
To prevent possible damage or injury,
before programming or using the inte-
grated universal remote control, always inspect
the immediate area to make certain that no
people, animals or objects are within the pivot-
ing or travel range of the device being operated.
Comply also with the safety instructions supplied
with the original hand-held transmitter.<
Checking compatibility
If this symbol appears on the package
or in the instructions supplied with the
original hand-held transmitter, you can
assume that the radio remote control device will
be compatible with the integrated universal
remote control.
For additional information, please contact your
MINI Dealer or call: 1-800-355-3515.
You can also obtain information on the Internet
at:
www.MINI.com orwww.homelink.com
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson
Controls, Inc.
Programming
1Memory buttons
2LED
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters
1.Switch on the ignition, page37.
2.When starting operation for the first time:
press both outer memory buttons1 for
approx. 20 seconds until the LED2 flashes
rapidly. All stored programs are cleared.
3.Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a
distance of approx. 2 to 12 in/5 to 30 cm
from the memory buttons1.
The required distance between the
hand-held transmitter and the mem-
ory buttons1 depends on the system of the
respective original hand-held transmitter
used.<
4.Simultaneously press the transmit key on
the original hand-held transmitter and the
desired memory button 1 on the integrated
universal remote control. The LED 2 flashes
slowly at first. As soon as the LED2 flashes
rapidly, release both buttons. If the LED2
does not flash rapidly after approx. 15 sec-
onds, alter the distance.
5.To program other original hand-held trans-
mitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
ProCarManuals.com
Practical interior accessories
78
The corresponding memory button 1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
You can operate the system with the engine
running or with the ignition switched on.
If the system fails to function even after
repeated programming, check whether
the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-
nating-code system. To do so, either read the
instructions for the original hand-held transmit-
ter or hold down the programmed memory
button1 of the integrated universal remote con-
trol. If the LED2 on the integrated universal
remote control flashes rapidly and then remains
lit for about two seconds, the original hand-held
transmitter uses an alternating-code system. If it
uses an alternating-code system, program the
memory buttons1 as described under Alternat-
ing-code hand-held transmitters.<
Alternating-code hand-held
transmitters
To program the integrated universal remote
control, consult the operating instructions for
the device to be set. You will find information
there on the possibilities for synchronization or
programming of additional hand-held transmit-
ters.
When programming hand-held transmitters that
employ an alternating code, please observe the
following supplementary instructions:
Programming will be easier with the aid of
a second person.<
1.Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled device.
2.Program the integrated universal remote
control as described above in the section
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters.
3.Locate the button on the receiver of the
device to be set, e.g. on the drive unit.
4.Press the button on the receiver of the
device to be set. After step 4, you have
approx. 30 seconds for the next step 5.
5.Press the programmed memory button1 of
the integrated universal remote control
three times.The corresponding memory button 1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
Clearing stored programs
Press both outer memory buttons1 for approx.
20 seconds until the LED2 flashes: All stored
programs are cleared.
It is not possible to clear individual programs.
Reassigning individual programs
1.Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a
distance of approx. 2 to 12 in/5 to 30 cm
from the memory buttons1.
The required distance between the
hand-held transmitter and the mem-
ory buttons1 depends on the system of the
respective original hand-held transmitter
used.<
2.Press the desired memory button1 of the
integrated universal remote control.
3.If the LED 2 flashes slowly after approx.
20 seconds, press the transmit key of the
original hand-held transmitter and release
both buttons as soon as the LED2 flashes
rapidly.
If the LED 2 does not flash rapidly after
approx. 15 seconds, alter the distance and
repeat this step.
ProCarManuals.com
REFERENCEAT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY
147
Blower, refer to Air flow
rate73,75
Bonnet103
Bottle holders, refer to Cup
holders81
Brake Assist57
Brake fluid, refer to Service
requirements52
Brake lamps
– replacing bulbs in MINI116
Brake pads, breaking in84
Brake rotors85
– brakes84
– breaking in84
Brake system84
– breaking in84
– disc brakes85
– MINI Maintenance
System107
Brakes
– ABS57
– breaking in84
– MINI Maintenance
System107
– parking brake39
– service requirements52
Brakes, refer to Braking
safely85
Breakdown service, refer to
Roadside Assistance123
Break-in period84
Breaking in the clutch84
Bulb changing, refer to Lamps
and bulbs113
Button for starting the
engine37
Buttons on the steering
wheel11
C
California Proposition 65
warning5
Can holders, refer to Cup
holders81
Capacities144
Car battery, refer to Vehicle
battery122
Car care109Car key, refer to Keys/remote
controls18
Car phone
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest79
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Car wash85
Car wash, care109
Car washes109
Care109
– Car washes109
– Car-care products109
– CD/DVD drives111
– High-pressure washers109
– internal111
– Leather111
– Manual washing110
– Upholstery and fabrics111
– Windows110
– Wiper blades110
Cargo area
– capacity144
Cargo bay86
– convenient access26
– cover86
– lamp70
– opening from outside23
Cargo bay, expanding86
Cargo bay lamp70
Cargo bay lid, refer to
Tailgate23
Cargo loading87
– securing cargo88
– stowing cargo87
– vehicle86
Cargo, securing88
Carpets, care111
Catalytic converter, refer to
Hot exhaust system84
Center armrest79
Center brake lamp117
Center console, refer to
Around the center
console14
Central locking system19
– convenient access25
– from inside22
– from outside19Changing bulbs
113
Changing wheels119
Chassis number, refer to
Engine compartment104
Check Control54
Child's seats35
Child-restraint fixing system
LATCH36
Child-restraint systems35
Chock, folding
– space-saver spare tire119
Chrome parts, care110
Chrome parts, refer to
Care109
Cigarette lighter81
Cleaning headlamps43
– washer fluid44
Clock47
– 12h/24h mode50
– setting time53
Closing
– from inside22
– from outside19
Clothes hooks80
Cockpit10
Cold start, refer to Starting the
engine38
Comfort access
– what to observe before
entering a car wash26
Comfort access, refer to
Convenient access25
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console14
Compartment for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock37
Computer48
Condensation, refer to When
the vehicle is parked85
Condition Based Service
CBS107
Configuring settings, refer to
Personal Profile18
Confirmation signals for
vehicle locking/unlocking20
Connecting vacuum cleaner,
refer to Connecting electrical
appliances81
ProCarManuals.com
From A to Z
148
Consumption indicator
– average fuel consumption48
Consumption, refer to Average
fuel consumption48
Control Display
– settings49
Controls and displays10
Convenience start, refer to
Starting the engine38
Convenient access25
– replacing the battery27
Convenient operation
– windows20
Coolant105
– checking level105
– filling105
Coolant temperature47
Cooling fluid, refer to
Coolant105
Cooling, maximum75
Copyright2
Cruising range48
Cup holders81
Curb weight, refer to
Weights144
Current fuel consumption49
D
Dashboard instruments, refer
to Displays12
Dashboard lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting70
Dashboard, refer to Cockpit10
Data142
– capacities144
– dimensions143
– engine142
– weights144
Date
– setting54
Daytime running lamps68
DBC Dynamic Brake Control,
refer to Brake assist57
Deactivating front passenger
airbags65
Deadlocking, refer to
Locking20Defect
– door lock22
– fuel filler door92
Defogging windows74,76
Defrost position, refer to
Defrosting windows74,76
Defrosting windows74,76
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation
– air conditioner74
– automatic climate control76
Differential, breaking in84
Digital clock47
Dimensions143
Dipstick, engine oil104
Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals41
Displacement, refer to Engine
data142
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting70
Displays12
– instrument combination12
Displays and controls10
Displays, care111
Disposal
– of coolant105
– remote control battery27
– vehicle battery122
Distance remaining to service,
refer to Service
requirements52
Distance warning, refer to Park
Distance Control PDC56
Diving stability control
systems56
Door key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control18
Door lock
22
Door lock, confirmation
signals20
Doors, manual operation22
DOT Quality Grades99
Drinks holders, refer to Cup
holders81
Drive-off assistant, refer to Hill
Start Assist58
Driving dynamics control, refer
to Sport button59Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams67
Driving notes84
Driving off on inclines, refer to
Hill Start Assist58
Driving through water85
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes84
Dry air, refer to Cooling
function76
DTC Dynamic Traction Control
DTC58
Dynamic Brake Control DBC,
refer to Brake assist57
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC57
Dynamic Traction Control58
E
Electrical malfunction
– door lock22
– fuel filler door92
Electronic brake-force
distribution57
Electronic Stability Program
ESP, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC57
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock22
– fuel filler door92
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission41
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance123
Engine
– breaking in84
– data142
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature47
– speed142
– starting38
– starting, convenient
access25
– switching off38
Engine compartment104
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant105
ProCarManuals.com
From A to Z
150
Head restraints31
– sitting safely29
Headlamp control,
automatic67
Headlamp flasher41
– indicator lamp11,128
Headlamps
– replacing bulb114
Headlamps, care110
Heated
– mirrors33
– rear window73,76
– seats32
Heating72
– mirrors33
– rear window73,76
– seats32
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing
cargo87
Height adjustment
– seats30
– steering wheel34
Height, refer to
Dimensions143
High beams69
– headlamp flasher69
– indicator lamp128
– replacing bulb114
High water, refer to Driving
through water85
Hill Start Assist58
Hills85
Holders for cups81
Homepage4
Horn10
Hot exhaust system84
Hydroplaning84
I
Ice warning47
Icy roads, refer to Outside
temperature warning47
Ignition37
– switched off37
– switched on37
Ignition key position 1, refer to
Radio readiness37Ignition key position 2, refer to
Ignition on37
Ignition key, refer to
Integrated key/remote
control18
Ignition lock37
Imprint2
Indicator and warning
lamps13,128
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM62
Indicator lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting70
Individual air distribution74
Individual settings, refer to
Personal Profile18
Inflation pressure monitoring,
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM61
Initializing
– Flat Tire Monitor FTM59
– glass sunroof, electric27
Instrument cluster, refer to
Displays12
Instrument lighting70
Instrument panel, refer to
Cockpit10
Instrument panel, refer to
Displays12
Integrated key18
Integrated universal remove
control77
Interior lamps70
– remote control21
Interior rearview mirror33
– automatic dimming
feature33
Interlock40
Intermittent mode of the
wipers42
Internet page4
J
Jacking points121
Jets, refer to Window washer
nozzles44
Jump starting123
Jumpering, refer to Jump
starting123
K
Key Memory, refer to Personal
Profile18
Key, refer to Keys/remote
controls18
Keyless go, refer to Convenient
access25
Keyless opening and closing,
refer to Convenient
access25
Kick-down40
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic40
Knock control93
L
Lamps and bulbs, replacing
bulbs113
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/
Low beams67
Lashing eyes, refer to Securing
cargo88
LATCH child-restraint fixing
system36
Leather care111
LEDs light-emitting diodes114
Length, refer to
Dimensions143
License plate lamp
– replacing bulbs in MINI117
Light switch67
Light-alloy wheels, care110
Light-emitting diodes
LEDs114
Lighter81
– socket81
Lighting
– lamps and bulbs113
– of the instruments70
– of vehicle, refer to Lamps67
Limit138
Load87
Load securing equipment,
refer to Securing cargo88
Lock buttons of doors, refer to
Locking22
ProCarManuals.com
REFERENCEAT A GLANCE CONTROLS DRIVING TIPS MOBILITY
151
Locking
– adjusting confirmation
signal20
– from inside22
– from outside20
– without remote control, refer
to Convenient access25
Locking and unlocking doors
– confirmation signals20
– from inside22
– from outside19
Low beams67
– automatic67
– replacing bulb114
Lower back support, refer to
Lumbar support30
Luggage compartment lid,
refer to Tailgate23
Luggage compartment, refer
to Cargo bay23
Luggage rack, refer to Roof-
mounted luggage rack88
Lumbar support30
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires102
Maintenance, refer to Service
Booklet
Maintenance system107
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control54
Manual air distribution74
Manual mode
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic40
Manual operation
– door lock22
– fuel filler door92
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission41
Manual transmission39
Manual washing110
Master key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control18
Maximum cooling75
Maximum speed
– with winter tires102Medical assistance, refer to
First aid pouch123
Microfilter
– for air conditioner74
– for automatic climate
control76
– MINI Maintenance
System107
Microfilter/activated-charcoal
filter
– MINI Maintenance
System107
Microphone for telephone14
MINI Internet page4
MINI Maintenance System107
Mirror dimming feature33
Mirrors33
– exterior mirrors33
– heating33
– interior rearview mirror33
Mobile phone
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest79
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Mobile phone, installation
location, refer to Center
armrest79
Mobile phone, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Mobility System117
Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety4
Monitoring system for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor59
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher41
– refer to Wiper system42
Multifunctional steering
wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel11
N
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints31Nets, refer to Storage
compartments80
New tires101
Number of cylinders, refer to
Engine data142
Nylon rope, refer to Tow
rope126
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket for
Onboard Diagnosis107
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications93
Odometer47
Oil consumption104
Oil level104
Oil, refer to Engine oil104
Old batteries, refer to
Disposal122
Onboard tool kit113
Opening and closing
– convenient access25
– from inside22
– from outside19
– using the door lock22
– via the remote control19
Opening and unlocking
– from inside22
Outlets
– refer to Ventilation76
Outlets, refer to Air vents72
Output, refer to Engine
data142
Outside temperature
display47
– changing unit of measure50
– on onboard computer50
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control75
Overheated engine, refer to
Coolant temperature47
P
Paintwork, care110
Park Distance Control PDC56
Parking
– vehicle38
ProCarManuals.com
From A to Z
152
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control PDC56
Parking brake39
Parking lamps, replacing
bulb115
Parking lamps/low beams67
Parts and accessories, refer to
Your individual vehicle4
Pathway lighting67
Personal Profile18
Pinch protection system
– windows28
Plastic parts, care111
Pollen
– refer to Microfilter for air
conditioner74
– refer to Microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control76
Power failure122
Power windows28
Power windows, refer to
Windows28
Pressure monitoring of tires,
refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM61
Pressure monitoring, tires59
– Flat Tire Monitor59
Pressure, tires94
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection system
– windows28
Puncture
– Flat Tire Monitor59
R
Radio key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control18
Radio position, refer to Radio
readiness37
Radio readiness37
– switched off37
– switched on37
Rain sensor43
Range, refer to Cruising
range48
Reading lamps70Rear fog lamp70
– indicator lamp128
– replacing bulb117
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps116
Rear seat backrest, folding86
Rear seats
– folding the backrests86
Rear window heating73,76
Rearview mirror, refer to
Mirrors33
Recirculated-air mode73,75
Recirculation of air, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode73,75
Reclining seat, refer to
Backrest30
Refueling92
Releasing
– bonnet103
Remote control18
– battery renewal27
– convenient access25
– garage door opener77
– malfunctions21,26
– service data107
– tailgate21
Replacement remote
control18
Replacing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs113
Replacing tires, refer to New
wheels and tires101
Reporting safety defects6
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel
gauge48
Reservoir for washer
systems44
Restraint systems
– for children35
– refer to Safety belts32
Reverse gear
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic40
– manual transmission39
Roadside Assistance123
Roadside parking lamps69
– replacing bulb115Roadworthiness test, refer to
Service requirements52
Roof load capacity144
Roof-mounted luggage
rack88
Rope, refer to Tow-starting,
towing away126
RSC Runflat System
Component, refer to Run-
Flat Tires101
Rubber parts, care110
Runflat System Component
RSC, refer to Run-Flat
Tires101
Run-Flat Tires101
– flat tire60
– new tires101
– tire inflation pressure94
– winter tires102
Runflat Tyres, refer to Run-Flat
Tires101
S
Safety belts32
– damage32
– indicator lamp32
– reminder32
– sitting safely29
Safety belts, care111
Safety systems
– airbags64
– Antilock Brake System
ABS57
– Dynamic Stability Control
DSC57
– safety belts32
Safety tires, refer to Run-Flat
Tires101
Screw thread for tow
fitting125
Seat adjustment
– mechanical30
Seats29
– adjusting the seats30
– heating32
– sitting safely29
ProCarManuals.com