6."Audio"7."OK"
In the case of a mobile phone, only the audio
connection is disconnected. All other connec‐
tions are retained.
Unpairing a device
1."CD/Multimedia"2."Bluetooth® (audio)"3.If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio"4.Highlight the device that is to be unpaired.5.Open "Options".6."Remove phone from list"
What to do if...
Information on compatible devices can be
found at www.mini.com/connectivity.
Compatible mobile phones, refer to page 188.
The device is not supported by the vehicle.
▷Perform a software update, refer to
page 175, if needed.
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 173, 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 a dealer’s service
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Bluetooth hands-free systemVehicle 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.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
Overview The concept
Mobile phones can be connected with the vehi‐
cle via Bluetooth.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue‐
tooth® SIG, Inc.
After these devices are paired once, they are
recognized automatically when the ignition is
switched on as soon as they are in the vehicle
and can then be operated via the onboard
monitor, using the buttons on the steering
wheel, and via voice activation.
Up to four external devices can be paired.
Certain functions may need to be enabled by
the mobile phone provider or service provider.
WARNING
Operating the integrated information sys‐
tem and communication devices while driving
can distract from traffic. It is possible to lose
control of the vehicle. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Only use the systems or devices when the
traffic situation allows. If necessary stop and
use the systems and devices while the vehicle is
stationary. ◀Compatible mobile phones
Details on which mobile phones are supported
by the hands-free system can be obtained at
www.mini.com/connectivity.
Displaying the vehicle identification number and software part number
The vehicle identification number and softwarepart number are needed to determine which
mobile phones are supported by the mobile
phone preparation package. The software ver‐
sion of the mobile phone may also be required.1."Telephone"2.Open "Options".3."Bluetooth® info"4."Display system information"
These compatible mobile phones, with a cer‐
tain software version, support the vehicle func‐
tions described below.
Malfunctions may occur with other mobile
phones or software versions.
Do not operate a mobile phone that is con‐
nected to the vehicle on the mobile phone key‐
pad, as this may lead to a malfunction.
InformationAt high temperatures, the charging function of
the mobile phone may be limited and functions
may not be executed.
When using the mobile phone via the vehicle,
note the operating instructions of the mobile
phone.
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Bluetooth mobile phone
preparation packageVehicle 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.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
Overview
The concept
Mobile phones or other external devices such
as audio players can be connected to the vehi‐
cle via Bluetooth.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue‐
tooth® SIG, Inc.
After these devices are paired once, they are
recognized automatically when the ignition is
switched on as soon as they are in the vehicle
and can then be operated via the onboard
monitor, using the buttons on the steering
wheel, and via voice activation.
Depending on their functionality, external devi‐
ces can be used via the vehicle as a telephone
or as an audio source. The telephone functions
are described in the following. Operating the
audio functions, refer to page 171.
Up to four external devices can be paired.
Certain functions may need to be enabled by
the mobile phone provider or service provider.WARNING
Operating the integrated information sys‐
tem and communication devices while driving
can distract from traffic. It is possible to lose
control of the vehicle. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Only use the systems or devices when the
traffic situation allows. If necessary stop and
use the systems and devices while the vehicle is
stationary. ◀
Snap-in adapter
The snap-in adapter is used to:▷Hold the mobile phone.▷Recharge the battery.▷Connect the mobile phone to an outside
antenna of the vehicle.
This provides for better network reception
and consistent sound quality.
Compatible mobile phones
Displaying the vehicle identification
number and software part number
The vehicle identification number and software
part number are needed to determine which
mobile phones are supported by the mobile
phone preparation package. The software ver‐
sion of the mobile phone may also be required.
1."Telephone"2.Open "Options".3."Bluetooth® info"4."Display system information"
These compatible mobile phones, with a cer‐
tain software version, support the vehicle func‐
tions described below.
Malfunctions may occur with other mobile
phones or software versions.
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Saving an entry in the contacts1.Highlight the entry.2.Open "Options".3."Store as new contact" or "Add to existing
contact"4.Select the contact if necessary.5.Select the type of number: "Home",
"Business", "Mobile" or "Other"6.Complete the entries if necessary.7."Store contact"
Snap-in adapter
General information For more information about snap-in adapters
that support the functions of the mobile phone
in a compatible way, contact a dealer's service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
Information At high temperatures, the charging function of
the mobile phone may be limited and functions
may not be executed.
When using the mobile phone via the vehicle,
note the operating instructions of the mobile
phone.
Installation position
In the center armrest.
Inserting/removing the snap-in adapter1.Press the button, arrow 1, and remove the
cover, arrow 2.2.Insert the snap-in adapter at the front, ar‐
row 1, and press down, arrow 2, until it en‐
gages.
To remove:
To remove the snap-in adapter, press the but‐
ton.
Inserting the mobile phone
1.Depending on the mobile phone, remove
the protective cap from the antenna con‐
nector and from the USB connection of the
mobile phone.2.With the buttons facing up, slide the mobile
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Operating MINI ConnectedAfter the mobile phone is successfully con‐
nected with the vehicle and MINI Connected is
started, the applications are displayed on the
Control Display and can be operated using the
MINI joystick.
Adjust the volume using the following:▷
Buttons on the steering
wheel or
▷Volume button on the radio, refer to
page 156.1.Connect the mobile phone via the snap-in
adapter or via the USB audio interface.2. Press the button. The main menu is
opened.3."MINI Connected"4.Select the desired software application.
Information
▷The scope of MINI Connected that can be
displayed on the Control Display depends
on the range of software applications in‐
stalled on the mobile phone.▷The data transmission of the software ap‐
plications from the mobile phone to the ve‐
hicle can last some time. Some software
applications depend on the speed of the
available Internet connection of the mobile
phone.▷Some mobile phones cannot simultane‐
ously use MINI Connected and the Blue‐
tooth hands-free system.
If necessary, restart the software applica‐
tion on the mobile phone after a phone
conversation.▷Audio and video playback from the snap-in
adapter is only possible if no cable is con‐
nected to the AV-IN port.
PlugIn
The concept
Selected functions of a compatible Apple de‐
vice can be displayed on the Control Display via
a video connection. They are operated using
the MINI joystick and the button on the
MINI joystick.
Functional requirement
▷Compatible iPhone or iPod: as of iPhone
3GS or iPod with software version iOS 4.1
and higher.▷The MINI Connected app is not required.
Information on compatible adapters and inter‐
faces is available from a dealer’s service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Activating
1.Connect the Apple device.
Operation takes place via the MINI joystick
with its buttons.2."MINI Connected"3."PlugIn"4.Select the connection type: "Activate via
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5."Activate PlugIn"6.Use the MINI joystick to navigate among
the displayed functions and select, for ex‐
ample, a desired category or track.
Controls
The PlugIn is activated to display the graphic
output of the connected device on the Control
Display. This changes the operating functions of
the MINI joystick and the MINI buttons until the
PlugIn is deactivated again.
The operation of the PlugIn depends on the iOS
version in use, e.g., iOS 4.1.
Home button
Press the button to select the following
functions:
▷Press 1x: opens the display menu bar.▷Press 2x: opens the main menu.▷Press 1x and move the MINI joystick to the
left 1x: opens the MINI Connected menu.▷Press 1x and move the MINI joystick to the
left 2x: opens the main menu.
Toggle button
Press the button to select the following
functions.
▷Press 1x: return to the next higher menu
level of the iPhones/iPods.
MINI joystick
▷Press: selection/play/pause.▷Turn: navigate through the lists.▷Move to the left: jump to the beginning of
the current music track or to the previous
music track in the playback list.▷Move the left and hold: reverse.▷Move to the right: jump to the next music
track in the playback list.▷Move to the right and hold: fast forward.Deactivating
There are several methods of deactivating the
PlugIn and returning to the MINI operating
level.
Via the home button▷Press 1x: returns to activating the PlugIn.▷Press 2x: opens the main menu.▷Press 1x and move the MINI joystick to the
left 1x: opens the MINI Connected menu.▷Press 1x and move the MINI joystick to the
left 2x. Opens the main menu.
Via the audio source button
Press 1x: changes to the audio source
selected last.
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Ignition key position 2, referto Ignition on 58
Ignition key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Ignition lock 58
Ignition, switched off 59
Ignition, switched on 58
Indicator and warning lamps, Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 89
Indicator and warning lights 15
Individual air distribution 101
Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ fer to Flat Tire Monitor 85
Inflation pressure monitor, re‐ fer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 87
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 218
Information on the navigation data 132
Initializing, compass, refer to Calibrating 108
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 86
Initializing, glass sunroof, electrical 41
Initializing, refer to Setting the time and date 72
Instrument cluster, refer to Displays 14
Instrument lighting 80
Instruments, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Integrated key 30
Integrated universal remote control 105
Interactive map 139
Interior equipment 105
Interior lights 81
Interior lights, remote con‐ trol 33
Interior mirror 51
Interior motion sensor 40 Interior rearview mirror, com‐
pass 107
Interior temperature, setting, air conditioner 100
Interior temperature, setting, automatic climate con‐
trol 102
Internet page 6
Intersection, entering for navi‐ gation 135
J
Jump-starting 248
K Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 37
Keyless opening and closing, refer to Comfort Access 37
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile 31
Key, refer to Remote control with integrated key 30
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission 66
Knee airbag 82
Knocking control 216
L Lamp and bulb replacement, bulb replacement 239
Lamp, replacing, refer to Lamp and bulb replace‐
ment 239
Lamps 78
Lamps, automatic headlight control 78
Language, changing on the Control Display 73
Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer to Safety belts 46
LATCH child restraint fixing system 55 Leather care 256
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 239
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 22
License plate light, bulb re‐ placement 243
Light-alloy wheels, care 256
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 239
Lighter, socket 109
Lighting, instruments 80
Lighting, light and bulb re‐ placement 239
Lighting, vehicle, refer to Lamps 78
Lights, parking lamps/low beams 78
Light switch 78
Limit, refer to Speed limit 91
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 the vehicle from the outside 32
Locking without remote con‐ trol, refer to Comfort Ac‐
cess 37
Longlife oils, alternative oil types 233
Longlife oils, refer to Ap‐ proved engine oils 233
Low beams 78
Low beams, automatic 78
Low beams, bulb replace‐ ment 240
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 45
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