Navigation systemVehicle 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.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
General information
The navigation system can determine the pre‐ cise position of the vehicle, with the aid of sat‐
ellites and vehicle sensors, and can reliably
guide you to every entered destination.
Entries in stationary vehicle
Enter data only when the vehicle is sta‐
tionary, and always give priority to the applica‐
ble traffic regulations in the event of any con‐
tradiction between traffic and road conditions
and the instructions issued by the navigation
system. Failure to take to this precaution can
place you in violation of the law and put vehicle
occupants and other road users in danger. ◀
Opening the navigation system1."Navigation"During destination guidance, the arrow or map
view appears on the Control Display.
Navigation data
Information on navigation data1."Navigation"2.Open "Options".3."Navigation system version"
Information is displayed on the data ver‐
sion.
Updating the navigation data
General information
Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and
can be updated.
Current navigation data and the authorization
code are available from your service center.
▷Depending on the data volume, a data up‐
date may take several hours.▷Update during the trip to preserve battery.▷The status of the update can be viewed.▷The data are stored in the vehicle.▷After the updating process is complete, the
system restarts.▷Remove the medium with the navigation
data after the update.
Performing the update
1.Depending on the equipment: insert the
USB device with the navigation data into
the USB interface in the glove compartment
or in the USB audio interface.2.Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐
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MaintenanceVehicle 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.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
MINI maintenance system
The MINI maintenance system provides infor‐
mation on required maintenance measures and
thus provides support in maintaining road
safety and the operational reliability of the ve‐
hicle.
Condition Based Service
CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐
count the various driving conditions of your
MINI. Based on this, Condition Based Service
determines the current and future mainte‐
nance requirements.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance you need to your user
profile.
Detailed information on service requirements
can be displayed on the Control Display, refer
to page 73.
Service data in the remote control
Information on the required maintenance is continuously stored in the remote control. Your
service center will read out this data and sug‐
gest the right array of service procedures for
your vehicle. Therefore, hand your service spe‐
cialist the remote control that you used most
recently.
Setting the correct date
Make sure the date is set correctly; other‐
wise, the effectiveness of CBS Condition Based
Service is not ensured. ◀
Service and Warranty In‐
formation Booklet for
US models and Warranty and Service Guide Book‐
let for Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor‐
mation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
for additional information on service require‐
ments.
Maintenance and repair should be performed
by your service center. Make sure to have regu‐
lar maintenance procedures recorded in the ve‐
hicle's Service and Warranty Information Book‐
let for US models, and in the Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
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CareVehicle equipmentThis 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.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
Car washes
Notes Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
Holding them too close or using excessively
high pressures or temperatures can cause dam‐
age or preliminary damage that may then lead
to long-term damage.
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
pressure washer. ◀
Do not direct steam or high-pressure washers
toward the labels applied by the manufacturer;
otherwise, damage may result.
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-pres‐
sure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the seals of the retractable hardtop and
the exterior sensors and cameras, for Park Dis‐ tance Control, for instance, for extended peri‐
ods of time and only from a distance of at least
12 in/30 cm. ◀During the winter months
Ensure that the vehicle is washed more
frequently in winter. Intense soiling and road
salt can damage the vehicle. ◀
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Regularly remove foreign bodies, such as
leaves, from the area of the windshield when
the hood is open.
Washing in automatic car washes Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint
damage.
Do not use automatic high-pressure washers;
otherwise, water may drip into the interior in
the area of the windows.
Before driving into the car wash, check whether
the system is suitable for your MINI. Note the
following points:▷Vehicle dimensions, refer to page 258.▷If necessary: fold in the exterior mirrors, re‐
fer to page 49.▷Maximum permissible tire width.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle chassis
could be damaged. ◀
Preparations before driving into the car wash:
▷Unscrew the road antenna.▷Deactivate the rain sensor to avoid unin‐
tentional wiper activation.▷Deactivate the rear window wiper and pro‐
tect it from damage. Ask the car wash oper‐
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▷Remove additional attachments, for in‐
stance a spoiler or telephone antenna, if
there is a risk that these may be damaged.▷Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock.
Steptronic transmission
Before driving into the car wash, note the fol‐
lowing to ensure that the vehicle can roll:
1.Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.2.Move the selector lever to position N.3.Release the parking brake.4.Switch the engine off.5.Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock so that the vehicle can roll.
Hand car wash
If washing the vehicle by hand, use copious
quantities of water and car shampoo if neces‐
sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or a
washing brush by applying gentle pressure.
Before cleaning the windshield, deactivate the
rain sensor to avoid unintentional wiper activa‐
tion or switch off the ignition.
Adhere to the local regulations regarding
washing cars by hand.
Headlights Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or caus‐
tic cleansers. Soak areas that have been soiled,
e.g., due to insects, with shampoo and rinse off
with copious quantities of water.
Thaw ice with a window deicer; do not use an
ice scraper.
Windows
Clean the outside and inside surfaces of the
windows and the mirror glasses with window
cleaner.
Do not clean mirror glass with cleaners contain‐
ing quartz.
Wiper blades
Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to
avoid streaking.
Wax and preservative residue and soiling on
the windows cause streaking during window
wiping and lead to premature wear on the
wiper blades and malfunctions of the rain sen‐
sor.
Vehicle care Car care products
Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi‐
cantly to vehicle value retention.
The manufacturer recommends using cleaning
and care products from MINI, since these have
been tested and approved.
Original MINI CareProducts have been tested
on materials, in the laboratory, and in the field,
and offer optimum care and protection for MINI
vehicles.
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol
or solvents
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or
solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
to surface damage. ◀
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
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grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
to surface damage. ◀
Rubber seals Only treat with water or a rubber care product.
When cleaning rubber seals, do not use silicone
sprays or other care products containing sili‐
cone; otherwise, noise and damage may result.
Chrome surfaces
Carefully clean components such as the radia‐
tor grille or door handles with an ample supply
of water, possibly with shampoo added, partic‐
ularly when they have been exposed to road
salt. For additional treatment, use a chrome
polish.
Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the wheels on the vehicle, only
use a neutral wheel rim cleaner with a pH value
of 5 to 9.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or a steam jet hot‐
ter than 140 ℉/60 ℃; otherwise, damage may
result. Adhere to the manufacturer instructions.
Aggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaners may de‐
stroy the protective coating of neighboring
components such as the brake disc.
Exterior sensors
The sensors on the outside of the vehicle, such
as for Park Distance Control, must be kept clean
and free of ice to ensure that they remain fully
functional.
Decorative trim
Clean decorative trims and fine wood compo‐
nents with a moist cloth only. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.No chemical cleaning
Do not clean chemically; this can destroy
the webbing. ◀
Carpets/floor mats No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in
place.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again when they are returned after being re‐
moved, such as for cleaning. ◀
Floor mats can be removed for cleaning.
If they are very dirty, clean with a microfiber
cloth and water or an interior cleaner. To pre‐
vent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth
in the direction of travel only.
Displays To clean the displays, such as the radio or dis‐
play elements, use an antistatic microfiber
cloth.
Cleaning displays
Do not use chemical or household cleans‐
ers.
Keep all fluids and moisture away from the
unit.
Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa‐
ces or electrical components.
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do
not use abrasive materials; otherwise, damage
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 92
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 74
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 103
Adaptive Light Control 79
Additional telephone 188
Additives, engine oil 231
Airbags 81
Airbags, indicator/warning light 84
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode, air condi‐
tioner 100
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode, automatic
climate control 102
Air conditioning 99
Air conditioning mode, air conditioner 99
Air conditioning mode, auto‐ matic climate control 101
Air distribution, air condi‐ tioner, manual 100
Air distribution, auto‐ matic 102
Air distribution, automatic cli‐ mate control, manual 103
Air distribution, individual 100
Air drying, refer to Cooling function 103
Air flow rate for air condi‐ tioner 100
Air flow rate with automatic climate control 102
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 216 Air supply, air conditioner 99
Air supply, automatic climate control 101
Alarm system 39
Alarm system, avoiding unin‐ tentional alarms 40
Alarm system, ending an alarm 39
Alarm system, interior motion sensor 40
Alarm system, tilt alarm sen‐ sor 40
ALL4 all-wheel system 94
All-wheel drive, refer to ALL4 94
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 106
AM/FM station 156
Ambient lighting 80
Announcement, navigation, refer to Spoken instruc‐
tions 145
Antifreeze, washer fluid 63
Antilock Brake System, ABS 92
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 92
Anti-theft protection 31
Appointments 203
Approved engine oils 231
Ashtray 109
Assistance, roadside 245
Assistance when driving off, refer to Hill drive-off assis‐
tant 94
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 245
Audio playback 165 Audio playback, Blue‐
tooth 171
Automatic air distribution 102
Automatic air flow 102
Automatic car wash 250
Automatic climate con‐ trol 101
Automatic climate control, au‐ tomatic air distribution 102
Automatic, cruise control 96
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 77
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 64
AUTO program with auto‐ matic climate control 102
AUX-IN port 167
Average fuel consumption 69
Average speed 69
Average speed, refer to Com‐ puter 68
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 45
Backrests, refer to Seats 44
Backup lights, bulb replace‐ ment 240
Balance 154
Bass 154
Battery disposal 39
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐ tery 243
Battery, remote control 30
Battery replacement, remote control 39
Belts, refer to Safety belts 46
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 46
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DTMF suffix dialing, mobilephone preparation pack‐
age 193
Dynamic destination guid‐ ance 150
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 92
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 93
E Electrical malfunction, door lock 34
Electrical malfunction, fuel filler flap 212
Electronic brake-force distri‐ bution 92
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic Stabil‐
ity Control DSC 92
Emergency operation, fuel filler flap, unlocking man‐
ually 212
Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation 34
Emergency operation, Step‐ tronic transmission, refer to
Selector lever lock, overrid‐
ing 66
Energy, saving, refer to Saving fuel 128
Engine, breaking in 120
Engine compartment 228
Engine oil, adding 230
Engine oil, additives, refer to Approved engine oils 231
Engine oil, alternative oil types 231
Engine oil change intervals, refer to Service require‐
ments 73
Engine oil, dip stick 230
Engine oil, filling capacity 261
Engine oil, MINI maintenance system 233 Engine oil types, alterna‐
tive 231
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 231
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 68
Engine start, assistance 245
Engine, starting 58
Engine, starting, Comfort Ac‐ cess 37
Engine, starting, Start/Stop button 57
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop button 57
Engine, switching off 59
Equipment, interior 105
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 92
Exchanging wheels/tires 223
Exterior mirrors 49
Exterior mirrors, adjusting 49
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 50
Exterior sensors, care 253
External devices 167
External temperature dis‐ play 67
External temperature display, changing the unit of meas‐
ure 71
External temperature display, on onboard computer 71
External temperature warn‐ ing 67
F Fader 154
Failure messages, refer to Check Control 74
False alarm, refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms 40
Fan, refer to Air flow rate for air conditioner 100 Fan, refer to Air flow rate with
automatic climate con‐
trol 102
Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 46
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 74
Filling capacities 261
Filter, refer to Activated-char‐ coal filter 101
Filter, refer to Microfilter 101
Filter, refer to Microfilter/acti‐ vated-charcoal filter with au‐
tomatic climate control 103
First aid kit 245
First aid, refer to First aid kit 245
Flashing when locking/unlock‐ ing 33
Flat tire, Flat Tire Monitor 85
Flat tire, indicator/warning lamp 85
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 84
Flat Tire Monitor FTM, flat tire message 85
Flat Tire Monitor FTM, initializ‐ ing the system 85
Flat Tire Monitor FTM, snow chains 84
Flat Tire Monitor FTM, system limits 84
Flat tire, run-flat tire 86
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 86
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 86
Flat tire, wheel change 242
Floor mats, care 253
FM/AM station 156
Fog lights 79
Foot brake 121
Footwell lights, refer to Inte‐ rior lights 80
Four-wheel drive, refer to ALL4 94
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iDrive, changing the units ofmeasure and display for‐
mat 71
iDrive, setting the bright‐ ness 73
Ignition 58
Ignition key position 1, refer to Radio ready state 57
Ignition key position 2, refer to Ignition on 58
Ignition key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Ignition lock 57
Ignition, switched off 58
Ignition, switched on 58
Indicator and warning lamps, Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 87
Indicator and warning lights 15
Individual air distribution 100
Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ fer to Flat Tire Monitor 84
Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ fer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 86
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 216
Information on the navigation data 132
Initializing, compass, refer to Calibrating 108
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 85
Initializing, glass sunroof, electrical 41
Initializing, refer to Setting the time and date 71
Instrument cluster, refer to Displays 14
Instrument lighting 79
Instruments, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Integrated key 30 Integrated universal remote
control 105
Interactive map 139
Interior equipment 105
Interior lights 80
Interior lights, remote con‐ trol 33
Interior mirror 50
Interior motion sensor 40
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 107
Interior temperature, setting, air conditioner 99
Interior temperature, setting, automatic climate con‐
trol 101
Internet page 6
Intersection, entering for navi‐ gation 135
J
Jump-starting 245
K Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 37
Keyless opening and closing, refer to Comfort Access 37
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile 30
Key, refer to Remote control with integrated key 30
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission 65
Knee airbag 81
Knocking control 214
L Lamp and bulb replacement, bulb replacement 236
Lamp, replacing, refer to Lamp and bulb replace‐
ment 236 Lamps 77
Lamps, automatic headlight control 77
Language, changing on the Control Display 72
Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer to Safety belts 46
LATCH child restraint fixing system 53
Leather, care 252
Leather care 252
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 236
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 22
License plate light, bulb re‐ placement 240
Light-alloy wheels, care 253
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 236
Lighter, socket 109
Lighting, instruments 79
Lighting, lamp and bulb re‐ placement 236
Lighting, vehicle, refer to Lamps 77
Lights, parking lamps/low beams 77
Light switch 77
Limit, refer to Speed limit 90
Lock buttons on doors, refer to Locking 35
Locking from the inside 35
Locking, from the outside 33
Locking, setting the confirma‐ tion signal 33
Locking the vehicle from the inside 34
Locking vehicle, from the out‐ side 32
Locking without remote con‐ trol, refer to Comfort Ac‐
cess 37
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