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AT A GLANCE REFERENCE MOBILITYCONTROLS DRIVING TIPS COMMUNICATIONS
Practical interior accessories
Integrated universal 
remote 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, page84.
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 is 
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 or
www.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, page44.
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 in 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 seconds, alter the distance.