2016 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE light

Interior equipmentVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Universal Integrated Re‐
mote Control
The concept
The Universal Integrated Remote Control can
operate up to 3 functions of remote-controlled
systems such as garage door drives or lighting
systems. The Universal Integrated Remote Con‐
trol replaces up to 3 different hand-held trans‐
mitters. To operate the remote control, the but‐
tons on the interior rearview mirror must be
programmed with the desired functions. The
hand-held transmitter for the particular system
is required in order to program the remote con‐
trol.
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored
functions for the sake of security.
Information WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when operat‐
ing remote-controlled systems, e.g., the garage
door, using the integrated universal remote
control. There is a risk of injury or risk of prop‐
erty damage. Make sure that the area of move‐
ment of the respective system is clear duringprogramming and operation. Also follow the
safety instructions of the hand-held transmit‐
ter. ◀
Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag‐
ing or in the instructions of the system
to be controlled, the system is generally
compatible with the Universal Integrated Re‐
mote Control.
If you have any questions, please contact:▷A dealer’s service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.▷www.homelink.com on the Internet.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex
Corporation.
Overview
1LED2Programmable keys3Hand-held transmitters of the system
Programming
General information
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Initial setup:
Press and hold the left and right button on
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Left/right-hand steeringThe digital compass is already set for right or
left-hand steering at the factory.
Setting the language
Press and hold the control button for approx.
12 to 13 seconds. Briefly press the control but‐ ton again to switch between English "E" and
German "O".
Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐
mately 10 seconds.
Sun visor Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be‐
hind a cover.
Ashtray/cigarette
lighter
Overview
The ashtray is located in one of the frontal cup
holders, the cigarette lighter above it in the
center console.
Ashtray
In order to empty the ashtray, remove the ash‐
tray from the cupholder.
Lighter WARNING
Contact with hot heating elements or the
hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause
burns. Flammable materials can ignite if the cigarette lighter falls down or is held against
the respective objects. There is risk of fire and
injuries. Hold the cigarette lighter on its handle.
Make sure that children do not use the ciga‐
rette lighter and do not burn themselves, e.g.,
by carrying the remote control along when ex‐
iting the vehicle. ◀
ATTENTION
If metal objects fall into the socket, they
can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket. ◀
Push in the lighter.
The lighter can be removed as
soon as it pops back out.
Connecting electrical de‐
vices
Information WARNING
Devices and cables in the unfolding area
of the airbags, for example portable navigation
devices, etc., can hinder the unfolding of the
airbag or be thrown around in the car's interior
when unfolding. There is a risk of injuries. make
sure that devices and cables are not in the air‐
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ATTENTION
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery
can work with high voltages and currents,
which means that the 12 volt on-board net‐
work can be overloaded or damaged. There is a
risk of damage to property. Only connect bat‐
tery chargers for the vehicle battery to the
starting aid terminals in the engine compart‐
ment. ◀
ATTENTION
If metal objects fall into the socket, they
can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket. ◀
Sockets Sockets can be used for the running electrical
devices with the engine running or with the ig‐
nition switched on. The total load of all sockets
must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using non-com‐
patible connectors.
In the center console
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the cargo area
The socket is located on the right side in the
cargo area.
USB interface/AUX-IN port The concept Mobile devices with USB port can be connected
to the USB interface.
A mobile audio device, e.g. a MP3 player, can
be connected using the AUX-IN port.
General information
The following devices can be connected:
▷Mobile phones supported by the USB inter‐
face.▷Audio devices with USB port, for example
MP3 player.▷USB storage devices.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32
and exFAT are the recommended formats.
Information about compatible USB devices can
be found at www.miniusa.com/bluetooth.
The following applications are possible:
▷Exporting and importing profiles, refer to
page 36.▷Playing music files via USB audio.▷Adding music files to the music collection
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Overview
The USB interface is located in the front of the
center console.
Information Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Use a flexible adapter cable.▷Protect the USB device against mechanical
damage.▷Due to the large number of USB devices
available on the market, it cannot be guar‐
anteed that every device is operable on the
vehicle.▷Do not expose USB devices to extreme en‐
vironmental conditions, such as very high
temperatures; refer to the owner's manual
of the device.▷Due to the many different compression
techniques, proper playback of the media
stored on the USB device cannot be guar‐
anteed in all cases.▷A connected USB device is supplied with
charging current via the USB interface, as‐
suming this is supported by the device.▷To ensure proper transmission of the stored
data, do not charge an USB device via the
onboard socket, when it is connected to the
USB interface.▷Depending on how the USB device should
be used, settings may be required on theUSB device, refer to the owner's manual of
the device.
Non-suitable USB devices:
▷USB hard drives.▷USB hubs.▷USB memory card readers with multiple in‐
serts.▷HFS-formatted USB devices.▷MTP devices.▷Devices such as fans or lights.
Loading
Information WARNING
When opening and closing the loading
aid, body parts can be jammed, for example by
the mechanism. There is a risk of injuries. Make
sure that the area of movement of the loading
aid is clear during operation. ◀
WARNING
With a lifted loading aid, vehicle parts can
protrude and limit the view. There is a danger
of accidents and property damage. Before driv‐
ing off, make sure that the loading aid is com‐
pletely lowered and the tailgate is closed. ◀
The concept
For easier loading, the vehicle is equipped with
a trunk partition and a Loading aid, refer to
page 157. With the loading aid, the closed con‐
vertible top can be lifted out of the cargo area.
Loading aid With the convertible top closed, loading can be
simplified by unlocking and folding the conver‐
tible top upward. In this way, objects can be
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Storage compartmentsVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Information WARNING
Loose objects or devices with a cable
connection to the vehicle, e.g., mobile phones,
can be thrown into the vehicle's interior while
driving, e.g.,in the event of an accident or dur‐
ing braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a
a risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices
with a cable connection to the vehicle in the
vehicle's interior. ◀
ATTENTION
Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can
damage the dashboard. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. Do not use anti-slip pads. ◀
Overview The following storage compartments are avail‐
able in the vehicle interior:▷Storage compartment in front of the cu‐
pholders.▷Storage tray in the center console.▷Glove compartment on the front passenger
side.▷Storage compartment in the center arm‐
rest.▷Compartments in the doors.▷Pockets on the backrests of the front seats.▷Storage compartments in the trunk
Glove compartment
Information WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the vehicle's interior. Objects in
the glove compartment can be thrown into the
vehicle's interior while driving, e.g., in the event
of an accident or during braking and evasive
maneuvers. There is a a risk of injury. Always
close the glove compartment immediately after
using it. ◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches
on.
Closing Fold up the cover.
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Locking
The glove compartment can be locked with an
integrated key to separately secure the trunk
lid, refer to page 41, e.g.
This prevents access to the glove compartment
and to the trunk.
After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Compartments in the
doors
WARNING
Breakable objects, e.g., glass bottles, can
break in the event of an accident. Broken glass
can be scattered in the vehicle's interior. There
is a a risk of injury. Do not stow any breakable
objects in the vehicle's interior. ◀
Center armrest The center armrest contains a storage compart‐
ment.
Opening
Press button, arrow 1, and open center arm
rest upward, arrow 2.
Adjusting the height
Press button, arrow 1, and swing center arm
rest upward or downward into the desired
height, arrow 2.
Cup holders Information WARNING
Unsuitable containers in the cup holder
and hot beverages can damage the cup holder
and increase the a risk of injury in the event of
an accident. There is a risk of injury or risk of
property damage. Use light-weight, unbreaka‐
ble, and sealable containers. Do not transport
hot beverages. Do not force objects into the
cup holder. ◀
Front
In the center console.
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Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from
the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its
active mode.
Objects in the area around the pedals WARNING
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit
the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is risk of an accident. Stow objects in the
vehicle such that they are secured and cannot
enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor mats
that are suitable for the vehicle and can be
safely attached to the floor. Do not use loose
floor mats and do not layer several floor mats.
Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for
the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐
curely fastened again after they were removed,
e.g., for cleaning. ◀
Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,
press brake pedal ever so gently every few miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other
traffic.
The heat generated in this process helps dry
the brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills WARNING
Light but consistent brake pressure can
lead to high temperatures, brakes wearing out
and possibly even brake failure. There is risk of
an accident. Avoid placing excessive stress on
the brake system. ◀
WARNING
In idle state or with the engine switched
off, safety-relevant functions are restricted or
not available anymore, e.g., braking effect of
the engine or braking force and steering sup‐port. There is risk of an accident. Do not drive in
idle state or with the engine switched off. ◀
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐
wise the brakes may overheat and reduce
brake efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
needed.
Brake disc corrosion Corrosion on the brake discs and contamina‐
tion on the brake pads are furthered by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion will built up when the maximum
pressure applied to the brake pads during brak‐
ing is not reached - thus discs don't get
cleaned.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re‐
sponse - generally that cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked vehicle When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops collecting under‐
neath the vehicle.
Ground clearance CAUTION
If ground clearance is insufficient, there
might be contact with the front or rear spoiler
for example when driving over curbs or enter‐
ing into underground car parking garages.
There is a risk of property damage. Ensure that
there is sufficient ground clearance available. ◀
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Load
The maximum load is the sum of the weight of
the occupants and the cargo.
The greater the weight of the occupants, the
less cargo that can be transported.
Stowing cargo
▷Cover sharp edges and corners on the
cargo.▷Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi‐
ble, directly behind and at the bottom of
the rear passenger seat backrests.▷Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not
occupied, secure each of the outer safety
belts in the opposite buckle.▷If necessary, fold down the rear backrests
to stow cargo.▷Do not stack cargo above the top edge of
the backrests.
Securing cargo
Information WARNING
Improperly stowed objects can shift and
be thrown into the vehicle's interior, e.g., in the
event of an accident or during braking and eva‐
sive maneuvers. Vehicle occupants can be hit
and injured. There is a risk of injury. Stow and
secure objects and cargo properly. ◀▷Small and light cargo: secure with ratchet
straps or draw straps.▷Larger and heavy cargo: secure with cargo
straps.
Attach the cargo straps, ratchet straps or draw
straps to the lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
To secure the cargo there are two lashing eyes
in the cargo area.
Storing cargo
The open tailgate can be loaded with a maxi‐
mum weight of 80 kg/176 lbs.
Rear luggage rack
General information Installation only possible with rear luggage rack
preparation.
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