
Connecting
The USB audio interface is in the
center console.
Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USB
audio interface
To connect the iPod, use the special cable
adapter for the Apple iPod. Additional informa‐
tion can be obtained from the service center or
on the Internet: www.mini.com/connectivity
Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone with the AUX-
IN port and USB interface.
The Apple iPod/iPhone menu structure is sup‐
ported by the USB audio interface.
Connection of a USB device via the USB
audio interface
Connect using a flexible adapter cable to pro‐
tect the USB audio interface and the USB device
against physical damage.
Connect the USB device to the USB interface.
Audio device
Connect the headphone connector or line-out
connector of the device to the AUX-IN port of
the USB audio interface.
Ensure that the connector is inserted all the
way into the AUX-IN port.
After connecting for the first time
Information on all music tracks, e.g. artist or
type of music, as well as playback lists are
transmitted into the vehicle. This may take
some time, depending on the USB device and
the number of tracks.
During transmission, the tracks can be called up
via the file directory.
Number of tracks
Information from up to four USB devices or for
approx. 20,000 tracks can be stored in the ve‐
hicle. If a fifth device is connected or if more
than 20,000 tracks are stored, information on
existing tracks may be deleted.
Copy protection
Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐
agement (DRM) cannot be played.
Playback1.  Press the button.2."IPOD" or "USB" or "AUX"
Changing the music track
Skipping to another track
It is possible to skip to another track within the
selected directory.
      Press the button repeatedly until
the desired track is played.
With the right knob:
Turn the right knob until the desired track is
played back.
Fast forward/reverse
      Hold the button down.
Tracks can be heard but are distorted.
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Random playback
"RND"
To end random playback: "RND"
Selecting a track
Depending on the connected device, the track
can be selected via the following category:▷"LIST": playback lists.▷"GEN": musical genre.▷"ART": artist.▷"ALB": album.1.Select the desired category.2.If necessary, select the desired directory us‐
ing the right knob.▷  : press the right knob to open a di‐
rectory.▷  : press the right knob to close a di‐
rectory.3.Select other directories if you wish.4.Highlight the desired track and press the
right knob.
You can scroll through the directories during
playback.
To change to the current track:
"CURR"
Displaying information on the track
Any information stored on the currently se‐
lected track can be displayed.
"TRACK"
Adjusting the volumeThe volume of the sound output is dependent
on the audio device. If this volume differs
markedly from the volume of the other audio
sources, it is advisable to adjust the volumes.
1."LEV"2.Turn the right knob until the desired vol‐
ume is set and press the knob.Notes
Do not expose the audio device to extreme en‐
vironmental conditions, such as very high tem‐
peratures; refer to the audio device operating
instructions.
Depending on the configuration of the audio
files, e.g., bit rates greater than 256 kbit/s, the
files may not play back correctly in each case.
Information on connection▷It is only possible to connect one iPod/
iPhone to the vehicle at a time.▷Playback from the iPod/iPhone is only pos‐
sible via the USB audio interface if a snap-in
adapter is not used.▷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‐
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If all points in this list have been checked and
the required function is still not available, con‐
tact Customer Relations or the service center.
Controls▷Accept/reject a call.▷Dial a phone number.▷Dial a phone number from the phone book.▷Dial a stored phone number, such as from
the list of accepted calls.▷End the call.
When the ignition and the radio ready state are
switched off, such as after the remote control is
removed, an existing call can be continued for
up to 25 minutes on the hands-free system.
Adjusting the volume
Turn the knob until the desired volume is se‐
lected. The setting is stored for the remote con‐
trol currently in use.
The ringer volume of incoming calls and the call
volume can be adjusted independently.
When a call is placed using the hands-free sys‐
tem, the audio sources are muted.
Switching the microphone to mute
When a call is active, the microphone can be
muted.
"MUTE"
A microphone that has been switched to mute
is automatically reactivated when a new con‐
nection is established.
Incoming call
Receiving calls If the number of the caller is stored in the
phone book and is transmitted by the network,
the name of the contact is displayed. Other‐
wise, only the phone number is displayed.
Accepting a call Briefly press the button on the steering
wheel or radio.
or
"YES"
Rejecting a call
"NO"
Ending a call Briefly press the button on the steering
wheel or radio.
or
"END"
Entering a phone number
Dialing a number1.Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐
tion.2.  Press the button.3."PHONE"4."#"5.Enter the desired phone number on the
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Tank gauge, refer to Fuelgauge  59 
Technical changes, refer to Safety  6 
Telephone  136 
Temperature, air condi‐ tioner  89 
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control  92 
Temperature, coolant, refer to Coolant temperature  59 
Temperature display– External temperature warn‐
ing  58
Temperature display, external
temperature  58 
Temperature display, setting the units  61 
Temperature warning  58 
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system  30 
Tilt alarm sensor  31 
Time, setting the time  62 
Tire age  158 
Tire, flat tire  75 
Tire identification marks  156 
Tire inflation pressure  152 
Tire inflation pressure, pres‐ sure loss, FTM  75 
Tire pressure loss, RDC  77 
Tire, pressure monitoring, re‐ fer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM  76 
Tire pressure monitor, refer to Flat Tire Monitor  74 
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM  76 
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, system limits  79 
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, system reset  77 
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, warning lamp  77 
Tire Quality Grading  156 
Tires, breaking in  110 
Tires, changing  159 
Tires, condition  157 
Tires, damage  158 
Tire size  156 
Tires, minimum tread  158 
Tires, retreaded tires  159 
Tires, storage  160 
Tire tread  157 
Towing another vehicle  183 
Towing, being towed  183 
Tow-starting  183 
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor  76 
Traction control  82 
Transmission lock, refer to Changing the selector lever
positions  56 
Transmission, overriding the selector lever lock with Step‐
tronic transmission  57 
Transmission, refer to Manual transmission  55 
Transmission, see Steptronic transmission  55 
Transporting children safely  43 
Trip-distance counter, refer to Trip odometer  58 
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion  51 
Trip odometer  58 
Trunk lid, refer to Tailgate  26 
Trunk, refer to Cargo area  26 
Turning lights, refer to Adap‐ tive Light Control  68 
Turn signal, bulb replace‐ ment  174 
Turn signal indicator lamp  14 
Turn signals  51 
Turn signals, triple turn signal activation  51 
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/ UTQG  156 
Unintentional alarms, avoid‐ ing  31 Units, average fuel consump‐
tion  61 
Units, temperature  61 
Universal remote control  94 
Unlocking from the inside  25 
Unlocking, from the out‐ side  22 
Unlocking, tailgate  28 
Unlocking, without remote control, refer to Comfort Ac‐
cess  28 
Upholstery care  188 
Upholstery material care  188 
USB audio interface  131 
V Vanity mirror  96 
Vehicle battery  179 
Vehicle, breaking in  110 
Vehicle care  187 
Vehicle care, refer to Care  186 
Vehicle equipment  6 
Vehicle paintwork, care  188 
Vehicle storage  190 
Vehicle, switching off  50 
Vehicle wash  186 
Ventilation, air conditioner  93 
W
Warning and indicator lamps  15 
Warning and indicator lamps, overview  191 
Warning messages, refer to Check Control  64 
Warning triangle  181 
Washer/wiper system  52 
Washer/wiper system, rain sensor  52 
Washer/wiper system, washer fluid  54 
Washer fluid  54 
Washer fluid reservoir  54 Seite 218REFERENCEEverything from A to Z218
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