CockpitVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it alsodescribes 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.
All around the steering wheel
1Setting the exterior mirror, folding it in and
out 482Parking lamps 74Low beams 74Automatic headlamp con‐
trol 74
Adaptive Light Control 76Turn signal 57High beams 57
Headlamp flasher 57Roadside parking lamps 75Computer 653Tachometer 65Seite 14At a glanceCockpit14
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Indicator/warning lamps
The concept
The indicator and warning lamps can light up in
a variety of combinations and colors in display
area 1 or 2.
Several of the lamps are checked for proper
functioning when the engine is started or the
ignition is switched on, and light up briefly.
Text messages
Text messages at the upper edge of the Control
Display explain the meaning of the displayed
indicator and warning lamps.
Supplementary text messages
You can call up more information, e.g., on the
cause of a malfunction and on how to respond,
via Check Control, refer to page 71.
In urgent cases, this information will be shown
as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on.
Indicator lamps without text messages
The following indicator lamps notify you that
certain functions are active:SymbolFunction or systemTurn signal, refer to page 57High beams/headlamp flasher, refer
to page 57Front fog lamps, refer to page 76Rear fog lamp, refer to page 76DSC or DTC is regulating the propul‐
sive forces in order to maintain driv‐
ing stability, refer to page 88The handbrake is set, refer to
page 56Engine malfunction with adverse ef‐
fect on emissions, refer to page 229Cruise control, refer to page 91Seite 17CockpitAt a glance17
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To save battery power when the engine is off,
switch off the ignition and any unnecessary
electronic systems/power consumers.
Radio ready state and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps in the displays
go out.
The ignition switches off automatically when
the driver's door is opened. Pressing the Start/
Stop button again switches the ignition back
on.
For example, the ignition is not switched off in
the following situations:▷Depress the clutch or brake pedal.▷The low beams are switched on
Starting the engine
General information Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas; otherwise, breathing of exhaust fumes
may lead to loss of consciousness and death.
The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas. ◀
Unattended vehicle
Do not leave the car unattended with the
engine running; otherwise, it presents a poten‐
tial source of danger.
Before leaving the car with the engine running,
shift to neutral or engage transmission posi‐
tion P and set the handbrake firmly; otherwise,
the vehicle may begin to roll. ◀
Frequent starting in quick succession
Avoid repeated futile attempts at starting
the car and avoid starting the car frequently in
quick succession. Otherwise, the fuel is not
burned or is inadequately burned, and there is
the danger of overheating and damaging the
catalytic converter. ◀
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary; start driving
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
Do not depress the accelerator when starting
the engine.
Starting the engine
Manual transmission
Remote control in the ignition lock or, with
Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to
page 38.
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Depress the clutch pedal.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a cer‐
tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine
starts.
Automatic transmission
Remote control in the ignition lock or, with
Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to
page 38.
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Move the selector lever to position P or N.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a cer‐
tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine
starts.
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Turn signal, high beams,
headlamp flasher1Turn signal2Switching on the high beams3Switching off the high beams/headlamp
flasher
Turn signal
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
To switch off manually, press the lever to the
resistance point.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp
indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.
Signaling a turn briefly Press the lever to the resistance point and hold
it there for as long as you want the turn signal
to flash.
Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point.
The turn signal flashes three times.
This function can be activated or deactivated:
1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Triple turn signal"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Washer/wiper system
Notes Do not switch on the wipers if frozen
Do not switch on the wipers if they are
frozen onto the windshield; otherwise, the
wiper blades and the windshield wiper motor
may be damaged. ◀
Do not use the wipers on a dry windshield
Do not use the wipers on a dry wind‐
shield; otherwise, the wiper blades may wear
more rapidly or become damaged. ◀
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When the daytime running lights are activated,
the low beams are always switched on in
switch position 3 when the ignition is switched
on.
The exterior lighting goes out automatically af‐
ter the vehicle is switched off.
High beams/roadside parking lamps1Turn signal/roadside parking lamp2Switching on the high beams3Switching off the high beams/headlamp
flasher
To assist in parking, the vehicle can be illumi‐
nated on one side; note the country-specific
regulations.
The roadside parking lamps drain the battery.
Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly
long periods of time; otherwise, the battery
might not have enough power to start the en‐
gine.
Switching on the roadside parking lamp
To switch on the roadside parking lamp on the
left or right, press the turn indicator lever up or
down after switching off the vehicle, arrow 1.
Switching off the roadside parking lamp
Press the lever up or down to the resistance
point.
Daytime running lights
The daytime running lights light up in switch
position 0, 1, or 3 when the ignition is switched
on.
The exterior lighting goes out automatically af‐
ter the vehicle is switched off.
In switch position 1, the parking lamps light up
after the ignition is switched off.
Activating/deactivating1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Daytime running lamps"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Welcome lamps If the light switch stays in switch position 2 or 3
after the vehicle is switched off, the parking
lamps and the interior lamps light up for a cer‐
tain period when the vehicle is unlocked.
Headlamp courtesy delay feature The low beams stay lit for a short while after
the ignition is switched off, if the lamps are
switched off and the headlamp flasher is
switched on.
Setting the duration
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3."Pathway light.: s"4.Set the duration.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Adaptive Light Control
The concept
Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlamp
control system that enables dynamic illumina‐
tion of the road surface.
Depending on the steering angle and other pa‐
rameters, the light from the headlamp follows
the course of the road.
Activating
With the ignition switch on, turn the light switch
to position 3, refer to page 74.
To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adap‐
tive Light Control does not swivel to the driver's
side when the vehicle is at a standstill.
When driving in reverse, Adaptive Light Control
is not active.
Malfunction The warning lamp lights up. A message
appears on the Control Display. Adap‐
tive Light Control is malfunctioning or
has failed. Have the system checked as soon as
possible.
Fog lamps
Overview1Fog lamps2Rear fog lamp
To switch on/off, press the respective button.
Fog lamps
The parking lamps or low beams must be
switched on. The green indicator lamp lights up
when the front fog lamps are switched on.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the front
fog lamps are switched off when the headlamp
flasher or the high beams are activated.
If the automatic headlamp control is activated,
refer to page 74, the low beams are switched
on automatically when the front fog lamps are
switched on.
Rear fog lamp
The low beams or parking lamps with front fog
lamps must be switched on. The yellow indica‐
tor lamp lights up when the rear fog lamp is
switched on.
Instrument lightingThe parking lamps or low beams must be
switched on to adjust the brightness. The
brightness is increased to a certain limit and is
then reduced again.
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rates after a short time. The headlamps do not
need to be changed.
If the condensation in the headlamps does not
evaporate after trips with the lights switched
on, and the amount of moisture in the head‐
lamps increases, for example if water droplets
form, have them checked by your service cen‐
ter.
Bi-xenon headlamps These bulbs have a very long life and the likeli‐
hood of failure is very low, provided that they
are not switched on and off excessively. If a
bulb should nevertheless fail, you can continue
driving cautiously with the front fog lamps, pro‐
vided this is permitted by local laws.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement
on xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system,
including bulb replacement, performed only by
a service center.
Due to the high voltage present in the system,
there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is
carried out improperly. ◀
Front lamps, bulb replacement
Halogen low beams and high beams
Bulb H13, 60/55 watt
Wear protective goggles and gloves
Halogen bulbs are pressurized. Therefore,
wear protective goggles and gloves. Otherwise,
there is a danger of injuries if the bulb is acci‐
dentally damaged during replacement. ◀
Attach the cover carefully
When attaching the cover, proceed care‐
fully; otherwise, leaks may occur, causing dam‐
age to the headlamp system. ◀Access to the bulbs through the engine
compartment
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 232.
Low beam/high beam bulbs can be changed
from the engine compartment.
To remove the cover:
1.Press the tab.2.Fold away the cover and take it out of the
holder.
Proceed in reverse order to attach the cover.
Attach the cover carefully
When attaching the cover, proceed care‐
fully; otherwise, leaks may occur, causing dam‐
age to the headlamp system. ◀
Replacing the bulb
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Brake fluid, refer to Service re‐quirements 70
Brake force distribution, elec‐ tronic 88
Brake pads, breaking in 112
Brakes– Handbrake 56
Brakes, MINI maintenance
system 228
Brakes, service require‐ ments 70
Brake system, MINI mainte‐ nance system 228
Braking, notes 114
Breakdown assistance, Road‐ side Assistance 244
Breaking in 112
Brightness on the Control Dis‐ play 70
Button for starting the engine, refer to Start/Stop button 54
C
Calendar 196
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 240
Car care products 249
Care, displays 251
Care, vehicle 249
Cargo area
– Comfort Access 39– Doors, refer to Split door 37– Opening from the out‐
side 37– Tailgate, refer to Split
door 37
Cargo area doors, refer to Split
door 37
Cargo area lamp, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 77
Cargo area tailgate, refer to Tailgate 37
Car horn, refer to Horn 14
Carpet, care 251
Car phone, refer to Tele‐
phone 170, 180
Car wash 248
CBC, Cornering Brake Con‐ trol 88
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 228
CD 156
CD/DVD drives, care 251
CD player 156
Center console, refer to Around the center con‐
sole 18
Central locking– Comfort Access 38– From the inside 36– From the outside 34
Central locking system
– Concept 33– From the outside 33
Central screen, see Control
Display 20
Changes, technical, refer to
Safety 7
Changing wheels/tires 217
Check Control 71
Children, transporting 50
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 51
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tems 50
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 50
Child seat, mounting 50
Child seats, refer to Transport‐ ing children safely 50
Chrome parts, care 251
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode 95, 97
Cleaning, displays 251
Cleaning, refer to Care 248
Climate 94
Climate mode
– Ventilation 98
Clock 64
Clock– 12h/24h format 68– Setting the time and date 68
Closing
– From the inside 36– From the outside 34
Clubdoor 37
Clutch, breaking in 112
Cockpit 14
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 55
Combination instrument, refer
to Displays 16
Combination switch, refer to Turn signal/high beams/
headlamp flasher 57
Combination switch, refer to Washer/wiper system 57
Comfort Access
– In the car wash 40– Replacing the battery 40
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console 18
Compact wheel, inflation pres‐ sure 211
Compartment for remote con‐ trol, refer to Ignition lock 54
Compass, digital 101
Computer 65
Computer, displaying informa‐ tion 65
Condition Based Service CBS 228
Confirmation signals for vehi‐ cle locking/unlocking 35
Connecting, mobile phone, re‐ fer to Pairing the mobile
phone 170, 181
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 66
Contacts 177, 193
Control Display 20
Control Display, care 251
Control Display, settings 69
Controls and displays 14
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 88
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