Closing the convertible top1.Hold on to the convertible top on the re‐
spective side frames with both hands.2.Lift it out on both sides and pivot it forward
onto the cowl.3.In the vehicle, pry out the cover in the mid‐
dle of the roof using the screwdriver.
Closing the sliding sunroof
1.Insert the hex key into the opening de‐
signed for this purpose in the middle of the
roof and press upward, arrow 1.2.Turn the hex key in the direction of arrow 2.3.Open the two locks and take off the locking
pieces.Ensure that the locking pieces do not fall
onto the vehicle, as this could cause dam‐
age.4.Insert the pins into the respective mount on
the cowl, arrow.
Locking the convertible top
Turn the hex key opposite to the direction of
arrow 2 until the convertible top is locked.
Please contact your service center to eliminate
the malfunction.
MINI Convertible: wind
deflector
The wind deflector keeps air movements in the
passenger compartment to a minimum when
the convertible top is open and provides an
even more comfortable ride, even at high
speeds.
Do not allow pointed object to come into con‐
tact with the wind deflector as these may dam‐
age the net. Do not place any objects on the in‐
stalled wind deflector. When stowing, make
sure that the wind deflector is not damaged by
objects.
Before installing
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2.Push the unlocked convertible top upward
at the handle and open it about a hand's
width.3.Press the switch back to open the
convertible top. The windows opens during
this procedure.
Closing
1.Press the switch forward.2.Pull the convertible top onto the windshield
frame.3.Turn the handle clockwise until it engages
audibly.
The convertible top is locked.
If the convertible top was open for a
lengthy period, it may be necessary to ap‐
ply greater force when locking the top.4.Fold the handle back in.5.Close the windows if necessary.Manual closing in case of electrical
malfunction
Only close the convertible top manually if
there is an electrical malfunction
Only close the convertible top manually if this is
absolutely necessary; never open it manually.
Damage may occur if incorrectly operated. The
closing procedure must be fully completed;
otherwise, there is a risk of injury or damage. ◀
Before closing
Lower the side windows slightly, switch off the
engine, and switch off the ignition.1.Take out the cover plate, refer to
page 116.2.Take out the cargo area insert, arrow.3.Using the hex key from the onboard vehicle
tool kit, unscrew the gold-colored screw,
see arrow, all the way to the stop, approx.
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Rear cover1.Pull the releases, arrow 1, on the left and
right.2.Pull the cover down out of the brackets, ar‐
row 2.
MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: through- loading opening
Securing cargo
Always secure transported snowboards or
similar objects as they could otherwise endan‐
ger occupants during braking or swerving. ◀
1.Fold the seat forward if necessary.2.Unlock the lock using the integrated key,
refer to page 32.3.Pull the handle and fold down the lid.
MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: storage
compartment in cargo area
The front of the cargo area contains a storage
compartment under a cover panel.
The figure shows an example of the cargo area
of the MINI Coupe.
1.Open the through-loading opening from
the passenger compartment.2.Fold up the cover panel, arrow 1.
MINI Convertible: cargo area
Do not place objects on the cargo cover
Do not place objects on the cargo cover;
otherwise, the cover or the convertible top
could be damaged. ◀
Loading aid When the convertible top is closed, unlocking
and folding up the convertible top may make it
easier to load the vehicle.
1.Unlock the convertible top with the han‐
dles, see arrows 1.2.Raise the convertible top, see arrow 2.3.Fold back the handles and rest them on the
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Enlarging the cargo area
When the convertible top is closed, the cargo
area can be enlarged.1.Fold the convertible top upward, refer to
Loading aid.2.Pull the trunk cover backwards out of the
lower holders and swing up, see arrows 1.3.Slide into the upper holders, arrows 2, and
set down horizontally.
Move the trunk cover back into the lower posi‐
tion so that the convertible top can be oper‐
ated.
Through-loading system
To enable the transport of larger objects, the
rear seat backrest can be folded down.
1.Using the integrated key, unlock the lock 1
of the rear seat backrest.2.Press button 2 and fold the rear seat back‐
rest forward while guiding the safety belt.3.Fold down the backrest.Locking the backrest
Before taking along passengers in the
rear, fold back the backrests. When folding
back, ensure that the locks engage properly;
otherwise, cargo could be catapulted forward
into the passenger compartment during brak‐
ing maneuvers and swerving, endangering the
occupants.
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MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster:
locking
Lock the glove compartment using the
integrated key of the remote control, refer to
page 32.
Ventilation
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the
glove compartment can be ventilated and, if
the cooling function is switched on, cooled.
Opening
Turn the switch in the direction of the arrow.
ClosingMove the switch to the vertical position by
turning it in the opposite direction of the arrow.
USB interface for data transfer
Updating the navigation data, refer to
page 136, from the USB medium via the USB
interface in the glove compartment.
Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Do not connect devices such as fans or
lamps to the USB interface.▷Do not connect USB hard drives.▷Do not use the USB interface to recharge
external devices.Center armrest
The center armrest between the front seats
contains a storage compartment or a cover for
the snap-in adapter, refer to page 202, de‐
pending on the version.
Opening
The lid is mounted on rails and can be fully
opened by sliding it back and lifting.
ClosingSlide the lid forward.
Storage compartment on
the passenger side
Opening
Briefly press the bottom edge of the cover
panel.
ClosingPush back the cover panel to the initial posi‐
tion.
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Editing the destination
Destinations can be edited, for example to
change the house number of an existing entry.1."Navigation"2."Last destinations"3.Highlight the destination.4.Open "Options".5."Edit destination"
Deleting the last destinations
1."Navigation"2."Last destinations"3.Highlight the destination.4.Open "Options".5."Delete entry" or "Delete all last
destinations"
Special destinations
General information
Even with the latest navigation data, informa‐
tion on individual special destinations may
have changed; for example, gas stations might
not be in operation.
Opening the search for specialdestinations
Selection of special destinations, such as hotels
or tourist attractions.
1."Navigation"2."Points of Interest"3.Select the search function.
A-Z search
1."A-Z search"2."Town/City"3.Select or enter the town/city.4."Category"5.Select the category.6."Category details"
For some special destinations, it may be
possible to select multiple category details.
Move the MINI joystick to the left to leave
the category details.7."Keyword"8.Enter the keyword.
A list of the special destinations is dis‐
played.9.Select a special destination.
Details are displayed.
If multiple details are stored, you can leaf
through the pages.
If a phone number is available, a connec‐
tion can be established if necessary.10. Select the symbol.11."Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
Add a destination as a further destination,
refer to page 146.
Category search
1."Category search"2."Search destination"3.Select or enter the town/city.4."Category"5.Select the category.6."Category details"
For some special destinations, it may be
possible to select multiple category details.
Move the MINI joystick to the left to leave
the category details.7."Start search"
A list of the special destinations is dis‐
played.8.Select a special destination.
Details are displayed.
If multiple details are stored, you can leaf
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Information on connection▷The connected audio device is supplied
with a max. power of 500 mA if supported
by the device. Therefore, do not addition‐
ally connect the device to a socket in the
vehicle; otherwise, playback may be com‐
promised.▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Do not connect devices such as fans or
lamps to the USB audio interface.▷Do not connect USB hard drives.▷Do not use the USB audio interface to re‐
charge external devices.
Bluetooth audio
At a glance
▷Music files on external devices such as au‐
dio devices or mobile phones can be played
back via Bluetooth.
Use of a mobile phone as an audio source,
refer to page 194.▷Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth® SIG, Inc.▷The sound is output on the vehicle loud‐
speakers.▷The volume of the sound output is depend‐
ent on the device. If necessary, adjust the
volume on the device.▷Up to four external devices can be paired
with the vehicle.
Requirements
▷The device is suitable. Information under
www.mini.com/connectivity.▷The device is ready for operation.▷The ignition is switched on.▷Bluetooth is activated on the vehicle, refer
to page 193, and on the device.▷Bluetooth presettings must be made on the
device, such as for a connection withoutconfirmation or visibility; refer to the device
operating instructions.▷A number with at least four and a maxi‐
mum of 16 digits is defined as the Blue‐
tooth passkey. It is only required once for
pairing.
Pairing and connecting
Pairing a device
To avoid becoming distracted and posing
an unnecessary hazard both to your own vehi‐
cle's occupants and to other road users, only
pair the device while the vehicle is stationary. ◀
1."CD/Multimedia"2."Bluetooth® (audio)"3.If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".4."Add new phone"
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐
played.5.Perform additional steps on the device, re‐
fer to the device operating instructions: for
instance, search for or connect the Blue‐
tooth device or a new device.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the device display.6.Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on
the device display.
You are prompted by the onboard monitor
or device to enter the same Bluetooth pass‐
key.7.Enter the passkey and confirm.
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The device could not be paired or connected.▷Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the device
and the vehicle match? Enter the same
passkey on the device and via the onboard
monitor.▷A multi-character passkey may be needed.▷Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter
the passkey? Repeat the pairing procedure.▷Are too many Bluetooth devices connected
to the device or vehicle? Delete connec‐
tions with other devices if necessary.▷Is the mobile phone in power-save mode or
does it have only a limited remaining bat‐
tery life? Charge the mobile phone in the
snap-in adapter or via a charging cable.▷Depending on the mobile phone, it is possi‐
ble that only one device can be connected
to the vehicle. Unpair the connected device
from the vehicle and pair and connect only
one device.▷The device no longer reacts? Switch the de‐
vice off and on again.▷Repeat the pairing procedure.
Music cannot be played back.
▷Start the program for playing back music
data on the device and select a track on the
device if necessary.▷Switch the radio on and off again.
Music files can only be played back softly.
▷Adjust the volume settings on the device.
Videos can only be played back without audio
or with delayed audio.
▷Check the compatibility of the devices. In‐
formation under www.mini.com/connectiv‐
ity.
Playback is disturbed when buttons are pressed
or by other messages on the device.
▷Switch off the button tones and other signal
tones on the device.Playback is interrupted by a telephone call or
traffic bulletin and is not resumed automati‐
cally.▷Switch the radio on and off again.
Playback is not possible if the mobile phone is
connected via Bluetooth Audio while it is also
connected via the music interface for smart‐
phones in the snap-in adapter.
▷Disconnect one of the two connections; for
example, disconnect the audio connection,
refer to page 177, and restart playback.
If all points in this list have been checked and
the required function is still not available,
please contact the hotline or service center.
Software Update The vehicle supports various external devices
depending on the current software version.
With a software update, the vehicle can support
new mobile phones or new external device, for
example.
Software updates and related current informa‐
tion is available at www.mini.com/connectivity.
Displaying the current version
The currently installed software is displayed.
1."Settings"2."Software update"3."Show current version"
Updating the software
The software may only be updated when the
vehicle is stationary.
1.Store the file for the software-update in the
main director of a USB flash drive.2.Insert the USB flash drive into the USB au‐
dio interface in the center console. An up‐
date via the USB interface in the glove com‐
partment is not possible.3."Settings"4."Software update"Seite 178EntertainmentCD/multimedia178
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