Steptronic transmission:1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage selector lever position N.3.Make sure that the parking brake is re‐
leased.4.Press the Start/Stop button to switch off the
engine.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and two Check-Control messages are
displayed.
A signal sounds when you leave the vehicle
while in selector lever position N.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in selector lever position N. A signal is
sounded when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
To start the engine with manual transmission:
1.Press on the clutch pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
To start the engine with Steptronic transmis‐
sion:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Headlights
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
from insects, with shampoo and wash off
with water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing 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.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and wiper
blade wear.
Vehicle care Car care products
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
using care and cleaning products from MINI.
WARNING
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health. There is
risk of injuries. When cleaning the interior, open
the doors or windows. Only use products in‐
tended for cleaning vehicles. Follow the instruc‐
tions on the container. ◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
Leather careRemove dust from the leather often, using acloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
two months.
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Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
Suitable care products are available from a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If upholstery is very dirty, e.g., with beverage
stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth
with a suitable interior cleaner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐
terial vigorously.
CAUTION
Open Velcro® fasteners on articles of
clothing can damage the seat covers. There is
risk of property damage. Ensure that any Vel‐
cro® fasteners are closed. ◀
Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral
wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam
jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufac‐
turer's instructions.
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can destroy the protective layer of adjacent
components, such as the brake disk.
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.
Rubber components Environmental influences can cause surface
soiling of rubber parts and a loss of gloss. Forcleaning, use only water and suitable care
products, the manufacturer of your vehicle rec‐
ommends original MINI care products.
Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber
care agents at regular intervals. When cleaning
rubber seals, do not use any silicon-containing
car care products in order to avoid damage or
noises.
Fine wood parts Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Plastic components These include:▷Imitation leather surfaces.▷Roofliner.▷Lamp lenses.▷Instrument cluster cover.▷Matt black spray-coated components.▷Painted parts in the interior.
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
Dampen cloth lightly with water.
Do not soak the roofliner.
CAUTION
Cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents,
such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty grease re‐
movers, fuel, or such, can damage plastic parts.
There is risk of property damage. Clean with a
microfiber cloth. Dampen cloth lightly with wa‐
ter. ◀
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
WARNING
Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety
belt webbing. Missing protective effect of the
safety belts. There is risk of injuries or danger to
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 115
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 74
ACC, see camera-based cruise control 119
Activated-charcoal filter 141
Active Cruise Control, see camera-based cruise con‐
trol 119
Additives, oil 197
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 49
Adjustments, steering wheel 57
After washing vehicle 221
Airbags 99
Airbags, indicator/warning light 100
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 140
Air circulation, see Recircu‐ lated-air mode 137
Air conditioner 136
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐ ing function 137, 139
Air distribution, manual 137, 140
Air flow, air conditioner 137
Air flow, automatic climate control 140
Air pressure, tires 178
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 141
Alarm system 43
Alarm triggering 43
Alarm, unintentional 44
All around the center con‐ sole 16 All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, see Winter tires 187
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 144
Alternative oil types 197
Antifreeze, washer fluid 70
Antilock Brake System, ABS 115
Anti-slip control, see DSC 115
Approved axle load 227
Arrival time 85
Ash tray 147
Assistance when driving off 118
Assist system, see Intelligent Safety 108
AUTO intensity 139
Automatic car wash 220
Automatic climate con‐ trol 138
Automatic Curb Monitor 55
Automatic deactivation, Front- seat passenger airbags 101
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 95
Automatic locking 43
Automatic recirculated-air control 140
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 71
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 139
AUTO program, intensity 139
Auto Start/Stop function 64
Average fuel consumption 85
Average speed 85
Axle loads, weights 227 B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 50
Band-aids, see First-aid kit 214
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 217
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 212
Battery, vehicle 212
Belts, safety belts 51
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 152
Bonus range, GREEN mode 167
Bottle holder, see Cu‐ pholder 152
Brake assistant 115
Brake discs, break-in 158
Brake pads, break-in 158
Braking, hints 159
Breakdown assistance 214
Break-in 158
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 88
Bug light 204
Bulb replacement 203
Bulb replacement, front 204
Bulb replacement, rear 206
Bulb replacement, side 209
Bulbs and lights 203
Button, Start/Stop 62
Bypassing, see Jump-start‐ ing 214
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Camera-based cruise con‐trol 119
Camera lenses, care 223
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 130
Can holder, see Cu‐ pholder 152
Car battery 212
Car care products 221
Care, displays 223
Care, vehicle 221
Cargo area 148
Cargo area, adapting size 153
Cargo area, enlarging 149
Cargo area lid 40
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 153
Cargo cover 148
Cargo, securing 162
Cargo straps, securing cargo 162
Car key, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 223
Car wash 220
Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust system 159
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 200
Center armrest 152
Center console 16
Central instrument cluster, LED ring 88
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Control Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Own Safety 7
Changing parts 202
Changing wheels 210
Changing wheels/tires 186
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 10
Check Control 76
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 195 Children, seating position 58
Children, transporting safely 58
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 58
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 60
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 59
Child safety locks 61
Child seat, mounting 59
Child seats 58
Chrome parts, care 222
Chrono package, cockpit 92
Cigarette lighter 147
Cleaning, displays 223
Climate control 136, 138
Clock 80
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Clothes hooks 153
Coasting 168
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 168
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 168
Combination switch, see Turn signals 67
Combi switch, see wiper sys‐ tem 68
Comfort Access 41
Compartments in the doors 152
Compass 145
Compressor 188
Condensation on win‐ dows 140
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 160
Condition Based Service CBS 200
Configuring driving pro‐ gram 118
Confirmation signal 43 Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 87
Controller 19
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 115
Convenient opening 38
Coolant 198
Cooling function 137, 139
Cooling, maximum 139
Cooling system 198
Cornering lamp 96
Corrosion on brake discs 160
Cosmetic mirror 147
Courtesy lamps during unlock‐ ing 37
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 38
Cruise control 124
Cruise control, active 119
Cruising range 81
Cupholder 152
Current fuel consumption 81
D
Damage, tires 186
Damping control, dy‐ namic 117
Data, technical 226
Date 80
Daytime running lights 96
Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows 137
Defrosting, see Windows, de‐ frosting 140
Defrosting the windows 137
Dehumidifying, air 137, 139
Deleting personal data 24
Deletion of personal data 24
Destination distance 85
Digital clock 80
Digital compass 145
Dimensions 226
Dimmable exterior mirrors 56
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Fold-out position, windshieldwipers 70
Foot brake 159
Front airbags 99
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 109
Front fog lights 97
Front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 101
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 101
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 106
Fuel 176
Fuel consumption, see Aver‐ age fuel consumption 85
Fuel filler flap 174
Fuel gauge 80
Fuel lid 174
Fuel quality 176
Fuel recommendation 176
Fuel, tank capacity 230
Fuse 213
G Garage door opener, see Uni‐ versal Integrated Remote
Control 143
Gasoline 176
Gear change, Steptronic trans‐ mission 71
Gear shift indicator 82
General driving notes 158
Glare shield 147
Glass sunroof, refer to Panor‐ amic glass sunroof 46
Glove compartment 151
GREEN mode 165
GREEN mode, bonus range 167
GREEN mode driving style analysis 169
GREEN mode indicator 165
GREEN - program, driving dy‐ namics 117 GREEN tip 167
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 227
Ground clearance 160
H
Halogen headlights 204
Handbrake, refer to parking brake 66
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 144
Hazard warning flashers 214
Head airbag 99
Headlight control, auto‐ matic 95
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 95
Headlight flasher 67
Headlight glass 204
Headlights, care 221
Head restraints 49
Head restraints, front 53
Head restraints, rear 54
Head-up Display 89
Head-Up Display, Shift point indicator 91
Head-up Display, sport dis‐ plays 91
Head-up Display, standard view 90
Heavy cargo, stowing 162
High-beam Assistant 96
High beams 67
High beams/low beams, see High-beam Assistant 96
Hills 160
Hill start assistant, see Drive- off assistant 118
Holder for beverages 152
Homepage 6
Hood 194
Horn 14
Hot exhaust system 159
HUD Head-up Display 89
Hydroplaning 159 I
Ice warning, see External tem‐ perature warning 80
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning 80
Identification marks, tires 184
Identification number, see ve‐ hicle identification num‐
ber 10
Ignition key, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Ignition off 62
Ignition on 62
Illuminated ring, central in‐ strument cluster 88
Indication of a flat tire 103 , 106
Indicator lamp, see Check Control 76
Individual air distribu‐ tion 137, 140
Individual settings, see Per‐ sonal Profile 36
Inflation pressure, tires 178
Inflation pressure warning, tires 106
Info display, refer to On-Board computer 84
Information 6
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 103
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 106
Instrument cluster 75
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 76
Instrument lighting 97
Integrated key 34
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 29
Intelligent Safety 108
Intensity, AUTO program 139
Interior equipment 143
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MINI maintenance sys‐tem 200
MINIMALISM Analyser 169
MINIMALISM info 168
Minimum tread, tires 185
Mirrors 55
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 159
Mobility System 188
Mode, GREEN Mode 165
Modifications, technical, refer to Own Safety 7
Moisture in headlight 204
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Mounting of child restraint systems 59
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 14
Multimedia, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
N Navigation, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Neck restraints, front, see Head restraints 53
Neck restraints, rear, see Head restraints 54
New wheels and tires 186
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing 217
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 201
Obstacle marking, rearview camera 131
Octane rating, see Recom‐ mended fuel grade 176
Odometer 80
Office, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Oil 195 Oil, adding 196
Oil additives 197
Oil change 197
Oil change interval, service re‐ quirements 81
Oil filler neck 196
Oil types, alternative 197
Oil types, suitable 197
Old batteries, disposal 213
On-board computer 84
On-board computer, refer to On-board computer 84
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 201
Onboard monitor 18
Onboard monitor operating concept 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 202
Opening/closing via door lock 39
Opening/closing with remote control 37
Operating menus, onboard monitor 18
Optional equipment, standard equipment 6
Outside air, refer to Automatic recirculated-air control 140
Own safety 7
P
Paint, vehicle 221
Panoramic glass sunroof 46
Parallel parking assistant 132
Park Distance Control PDC 126
Parked-car ventilation 141
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 160
Parking aid, see PDC 126
Parking assistant 132
Parking brake 66
Parking lights 94
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 55 Pathway lines, rearview cam‐
era 130
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 126
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 112
Performance Control 116
Personal Profile 36
Phone, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 47
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 45
Plastic, care 222
PostCrash 114
Power failure 213
Power windows 44
Prescribed engine oil types 197
Pressure, tire air pressure 178
Pressure warning, tires 106
Profile, see Personal Pro‐ file 36
Protective function, glass sun‐ roof 47
Protective function, win‐ dows 45
Push-and-turn switch, see Controller 19
R Radiator fluid 198
Radio-operated key, see Re‐ mote control 34
Radio ready state 62
Radio, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Rain sensor 68
Rear fog lights 97
Rear lights 206
Rear luggage rack 163
Rearview camera 129
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