Air volume, manualPress the – button to reduce the
air volume. Press the + button to
increase the air volume.
The automatic mode for the air volume can be switched on
again using the AUTO button.
The air flow rate may be reduced or the blower
may be switched off entirely to save on battery
power. The display remains the same.
Switching the system on/off
Reduce the air volume by pressing the – button
until the system is switched off. All displays go
out.
Press the AUTO button to switch the automatic
climate control back on.
AUTO program The AUTO program automati‐
cally adjusts the air distribution
to the windshield and side win‐
dows, toward the upper body
area, and into the footwell. The
air volume and your specifications for the tem‐
perature are adjusted to outside influences due
to the seasons, e. g., solar radiation.
The cooling function is switched on automati‐
cally with the AUTO program.
The program is switched off if the air distribu‐
tion is manually adjusted or the button is
pressed again.
Recirculated air mode If the air outside the car has an
unpleasant odor or contains pol‐
lutants, shut off the supply to the
interior of the car temporarily.
The system then recirculates the
air currently within the vehicle.
Should the windows fog up in the recirculated-
air mode, press the AUTO button or switch offthe recirculated-air mode and increase the air
volume if necessary. Make sure that air can
flow onto the windshield.
Recirculated air mode is automatically deacti‐
vated at low external temperatures.
Only use recirculated air mode for a lim‐
ited period
The recirculated air mode should not be used
continuously for lengthy periods; otherwise, the
quality of the air inside the car will gradually
deteriorate. ◀
Maximum cooling Automatic climate control
switches to the lowest tempera‐
ture, a high air volume, and re‐
circulated air mode.
For maximum cooling, open the
vents for the upper body area.
The air is cooled as quickly as possible:▷At an external temperature above
32 ℉/0 ℃.▷When the engine is running.
Manual air distribution
The flow of air is directed, as se‐
lected, to the windows, to the
upper body area, or to the foot‐
well.
The automatic mode for the air
distribution can be switched back on using the
AUTO button.
Temperature Set the desired temperature in‐
dividually.
The automatic climate control
achieves this temperature as
quickly as possible regardless of
the season, using maximum cooling or heating power if necessary, and then maintains it.
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When switching between different temperature
settings in rapid succession, the automatic cli‐
mate control does not have sufficient time to
adjust the set temperature.
Rear window defroster The rear window defroster
switches off automatically after a
certain period of time.
Defrosting and defogging windows Quickly removes ice and con‐
densation from the windshield
and front side windows. For this
purpose, also switch on the cool‐
ing function.
The windshield heating switches on automati‐
cally.
Windshield heating The windshield heating switches
off automatically after some
time.
Cooling function The cooling function cools and
dehumidifies the incoming air
before reheating it as required,
according to the temperature
setting. The passenger compart‐
ment can only be cooled with the engine run‐ ning.
The cooling function helps to prevent conden‐
sation on the windows or to remove it quickly.
Depending on the weather, the windshield may
fog up briefly when the engine is started. Recir‐
culated air mode is switched on automatically if
necessary.The cooling function is switched on automati‐
cally when the AUTO button is pressed.
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
The microfilter traps dust and pollen. The acti‐
vated-charcoal filter provides additional protec‐
tion by filtering gaseous pollutants from the
outside air. The service center replaces this
combined filter during routine maintenance.
Ventilation1Knob for continuous opening and closing2Nozzle for direction of air flow
Opening/closingTurn the knob.
Direction of air flow Pivot the entire nozzle.
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LoadingVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
General information Overloading the vehicle
To avoid exceeding the approved carry‐
ing capacity of the tires, never overload the ve‐
hicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and
increases the rate at which damage develops
inside the tires. This could result in a sudden
loss of tire inflation pressure. ◀
No fluids in the cargo area
Make sure that fluids do not leak into the
cargo area; otherwise, the vehicle may be dam‐ aged. ◀
Determining the load
limit1.Locate the following statement on your ve‐
hicle’s placard:▷The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
YYY lbs. Otherwise, damage to the ve‐
hicle and unstable driving situations
may result.2.Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.3.Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY
pounds.4.The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load ca‐
pacity.
For example, if the YYY amount equals
1,000 lbs and there will be four 150 lbs pas‐
sengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity
is 400 lbs: 1,000 lbs minus 600 lbs =
400 lbs.5.Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.6.If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transfered to your
vehicle. Consult the manual for transporting
a trailer to determine how this may reduce
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Switch off the engine during longer
stops
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
Fuel savings are already achieved after the en‐
gine is turned off for as little as 4 seconds.
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function
The Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function auto‐
matically switches the engine off during a stop.
If the engine is stopped and then started again,
fuel consumption and emissions drop com‐
pared to an engine that runs permanently.
Stopping the engine even for just a few sec‐
onds can result in savings.
In addition, fuel consumption depends on other
factors as well, such as driving style, road con‐
ditions, maintenance, and environmental fac‐
tors.
Switch off any functions that are not currently needed
Functions such as seat heating and the rear
window defroster require a lot of energy and
consume additional fuel, especially in city and
stop-and-go traffic.
Therefore, switch off these functions if they are
not actually needed.
Have maintenance carried out
Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve
optimal vehicle economy and operating life.
Have the maintenance carried out by the serv‐
ice center.
Please also note the MINI maintenance system,
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Engine oil, MINI maintenancesystem 228
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 226
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 226
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 65
Engine power, refer to Engine data 254
Engine, RPM 254
Engine start, assistance 244
Engine, starting 55
Engine, starting– Comfort Access 38
Engine, starting, Start/Stop
button 54
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop button 54
Engine, switching off 56
Equipment, interior 99
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 88
Exchanging wheels/tires 217
Exterior mirrors 48
Exterior mirrors, adjusting 48
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 48
Exterior sensors, care 251
External devices 159
External temperature dis‐ play 64
External temperature display
– Changing the unit of meas‐
ure 68– On computer 68
External temperature warn‐
ing 64
Externel temperature dis‐ play 64
F
Fader 146
Failure messages, refer to Check Control 71
False alarm, refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms 41
Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 46
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 71
Filling capacities 257
Filter– Refer to Activated-charcoal
filter 96– Refer to Microfilter 96– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate control 98
First aid kit 243
First aid, refer to First aid kit 243
Flashing when locking/unlock‐ ing 35
Flat tire
– Flat Tire Monitor 82– Indicator/warning lamp 82– Run-flat tire 82– Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 83
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 80
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
– Flat tire message 82– Initializing the system 81– Limits of the system 81– Snow chains 81
Flat tire, wheel change 238
Floor mats, care 251
FM/AM station 148
Fog lamps 76
Foot brake 114
Footwell lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 77
Front airbags 78
Front fog lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 234
Front fog lamps 76
Front lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 233
Front passenger airbags, de‐ activating 79
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 80
Fuel 208
Fuel– Refer to Average fuel con‐
sumption 66
Fuel, additives 208
Fuel, average consump‐ tion 66
Fuel cap, closing 206
Fuel consumption display
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 66
Fuel filler flap, closing 206
Fuel filler flap, opening 206
Fuel filler flap, unlocking in case of an electrical malfunc‐
tion 206
Fuel gauge 65
Fuel, saving 120
Fuel tank capacity, refer to Filling capacities 257
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities 257
Fuel tank, refer to Filling ca‐ pacities 257
Fuse 241
G Garage door opener, refer to Universal garage door
opener 99
Gasoline 208
Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel gauge 65
Gasoline quality 208
Gas station recommenda‐ tion 137
Gear change
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 61
Gear display, automatic trans‐
mission with Steptronic 61
Glass sunroof, electrical 41
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Glass sunroof, electrical– Convenient operation 34– Opening, closing 42– Raising 42– Remote control 34
GPS navigation, refer to Navi‐
gation system 124
H Halogen headlamps, bulb re‐ placement 233
Hand car wash, care 249
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 100
Hands-free microphone 18
Hazard warning system 18
HD Radio 149
Head airbags 78
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 74
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 75
Headlamp flasher 57, 75
Headlamp flasher, indicator lamp 17
Headlamps 74
Headlamps, care 249
Headlamps, cleaning, washer fluid 60
Head restraints 47
Head restraints
– Adjusting the height 47– Removing 47
Heatable
– Windshield 98
Heating
– Rear window 95, 98– Seats 46– Windshield 98
Height adjustment
– Seats 44
High beams 75
High beams, bulb replace‐ ment 233
High beams, indicator lamp 17
Hill drive-off assistant 90
Hills 114
Holder for remote control, re‐ fer to Ignition lock 54
Homepage 6
Hood 223
Hood, closing 224
Hood, opening 224
Hood, unlocking 224
Horn 14
House number, entering for navigation 127
Hydraulic brake assistant 88
I
Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 64
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 64
Identification marks, run-flat tires 219
Identification marks, tires 215
iDrive– Changing settings 69– Changing the date and
time 68– Changing the language 69– Changing the units of meas‐
ure and display format 68– Setting the brightness 70
Ignition 54
Ignition key position 1, refer to Radio ready state 54
Ignition key position 2, refer to Ignition on 54
Ignition key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 32
Ignition lock 54
Ignition, switched off 55
Ignition, switched on 54
Indicator and warning lamps 17
Indicator and warning lamps
– Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 84Individual air distribution 95
Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ fer to Flat Tire Monitor 80
Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ fer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 83
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 210
Information on the navigation data 124
Initializing– Compass, refer to Calibrat‐
ing 102– Glass sunroof, electrical 42– Refer to Setting the time and
date 68
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor
FTM 81
Instrument cluster, refer to Displays 16
Instrument lighting 76
Instruments, refer to Cock‐ pit 14
Integrated key 32
Interactive map 131
Interior equipment 99
Interior lamps 77
Interior lamps
– Remote control 35
Interior mirror 48
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 101
Interior temperature, setting
– Air conditioner 94– Automatic climate con‐
trol 96
Internet page 6
Intersection, entering for navi‐ gation 127
J
Jump-starting 244
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Mirrors, folding in and out 48
Mirrors, interior mirror 48
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 113
Mobile phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 170, 180
Mobility System 219
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 7
Monitor, see Control Dis‐ play 20
Mounting of child restraint fix‐ ing systems 50
MP3 player 159
N
Navigation 124
Navigation data 124
Navigation data, updat‐ ing 124
Navigation system– Destination entry by
voice 132
Neck restraints, refer to Head
restraints 47
New wheels and tires 217
Notes 6, 197
Nozzles, refer to Ventila‐ tion 98
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 229
OBD socket, refer to Socket for OBD Onboard Diagno‐
sis 229
Octane number, refer to Fuel quality 208
Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐ line quality 208
Odometer 64
Office 192
Oil additives 226
Oil level 225
Oil types, alternative 226
Oil types, approved 226
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 229
Onboard monitor 20
Onboard vehicle tool kit 230
Opening and closing– Comfort Access 38– From the inside 36– From the outside 34– Using the door lock 35– Via the remote control 34
Opening and unlocking
– From the inside 36
Operating concept of the on‐
board monitor 20
Outside air mode
– Automatic climate con‐
trol 97
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐
lated air mode 95, 97
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 65
P Pairing, mobile phone 170, 181
Park Distance Control PDC 92
Parking aid, refer to Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 92
Parking assistant, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 92
Parking brake, refer to Hand‐ brake 56
Parking lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 234
Parking lamps 74
Parking lamps/low beams 74
PDC Park Distance Control 92
Personal information 192
Personal Profile 32
Pinch protection
– Windows 43
Plastic, care 250
Pollen– Refer to Microfilter 96– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter 96– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate control 98
Position, storing 128
Postal code, entering in navi‐ gation 127
Power, refer to Engine data 254
Power windows 42
Power windows
– Initializing 43
Power windows, refer to Win‐
dows 42
Prescribed engine oils, refer to Approved engine oils 226
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 83
Pressure, tires 210
Pressure warning, tires 80
Profile depth, refer to Mini‐ mum tread depth 216
Profile, tires 216
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection
– Windows 43
R
Radio 148
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 32
Radio ready state 54
Radio ready state, switched off 55
Radio ready state, switched on 54
Radio setting, refer to Radio ready state 54
Rain sensor 58
Random 157
Random playback 157
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Range 66
RDS 149
Reading out loud 198
Rear door, refer to Club‐ door 37
Rear doors, refer to Split door 37
Rear fog lamp 76
Rear fog lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 235
Rear fog lamps, indicator lamp 17
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 235
Rear swing doors, refer to Split door 37
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐ rors 48
Rear window defroster 95, 98
Rear window, washing 59
Rear window wiper 59
Recirculated air mode 95, 97
Recommended tire brands 218
Redialing 176, 188
Releasing, refer to Unlock‐ ing 39
Remaining range for service, refer to Service require‐
ments 70
Remaining range, refer to Range 66
Reminders 198
Remote control– Battery replacement 40– Comfort Access 38– Malfunctions 35, 40– Split door 35
Remote control, removing
from the ignition lock 54
Remote control, service data 228
Remote control, universal 99
Remote inquiry 175, 187
Replacement remote con‐ trol 32
Replacing wheels/tires 217
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 65
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 60
Restraining systems– Refer to Safety belts 46
Restraint systems for chil‐
dren 50
Retreaded tires 218
Reverse gear, manual trans‐ mission 61
Road, avoiding 135
Road detour 135
Roadside Assistance 244
Roadside parking lamp, bulb replacement 234
Roadside parking lamps 75
RON gasoline quality 208
RON, refer to Fuel quality 208
Route 136
Route criteria, route 135
Route, displaying 136
Route section, bypassing 136
RPM, refer to Engine data 254
Rubber seals, care 250
Run-flat tires 219
Run-flat tires
– Flat tire 82
Run-flat tires, tire inflation
pressure 210
Running lights, refer to Park‐ ing lamps/low beams 74
S Safe braking 114
Safety 7
Safety belts 46
Safety belts
– Damage 47
Safety belts, care 251
Safety belts, indicator/warning lamp 47
Safety belts, reminder 47
Safety systems– Safety belts 46
Safety systems, airbags 78
Satellite radio 150
Saving fuel 120
Scale, changing during navi‐ gation 139
Screen, see Control Display 20
Seat adjustment
– Manual 44
Seat belts
– Refer to Safety belts 46
Seat heating 46
Seats
– Adjusting 44– Heating 46– Sitting safely 44
Selector lever, automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 61
Selector lever lock, overrid‐ ing 63
Selector lever lock, refer to Changing selector lever posi‐
tions, Shiftlock 61
Selector lever positions, auto‐ matic transmission with
Steptronic 61
Service and warranty 8
Service data in the remote control 228
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 228
Service interval display, refer to Service requirements 70
Service requirements 70
Service requirements, CBS Condition Based Service 228
Settings
– Changing on the Control Dis‐
play 69– Language 69
Settings and information 67
Settings, configuring, refer to Personal Profile 32
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