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When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every few miles. Monitor traffic conditions to ensure that this maneuver does not endanger other road users. The heat generated in this process helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that. Then full braking force will be immediately avail- able when it is needed.
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In the MINI Cooper S, the coolant pump may continue to run for some time after the engine is switched off. This will generate noise in the engine compartment.
Cargo loading
To avoid loading the tires beyond their approved carrying capacity, never over- load the vehicle. Overloading can lead to over- heating and increases the rate at which damage develops inside the tires. The ultimate result can assume the form of a sudden blowout.<
Avoid fluid spills in the cargo area as they could damage the vehicle.<
Expanding cargo area
Cargo area cover
Do not place any objects on the cover; otherwise, they could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. in the case of braking or sudden swerving, or they may damage the cover.< When you open the tailgate, the roll-up cover is raised. To load bulky luggage, the cover can be removed. 1. Unhook the lift straps from the tailgate. 2. Lift the cover slightly, arrow 1, and pull it
rearward out of the bracket, arrow 2.
MINI Countryman:
Hills
To prevent overheating and the resulting reduced efficiency of the brake system, drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear in which the least braking is required. Even light but consistent brake pressure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure.< You can increase the engine's braking effect by shifting down, all the way to first gear if neces- sary. This strategy helps you avoid placing excessive loads on the brake system. Downshift- ing in manual mode of the automatic transmis- sion, page 54.
Never drive with the clutch held down, with the transmission in neutral or with
the engine switched off; otherwise, engine brak- ing action will not be present or there will be no power assistance to the brakes or steering. Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other objects to protrude into the area around the pedals; otherwise, pedal function could be impaired.<
Corrosion on brake rotors When the vehicle is driven only occasionally, during extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all, and in operating conditions where brake applications are less frequent, there is an increased tendency for corrosion to form on rotors, while contaminants accumulate on the brake pads. This occurs because the minimum pressure which must be exerted by the pads during brake applications to clean the rotors is not reached. Should corrosion form on the brake rotors, the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating effect that even extended application will fail to cure.
When the vehicle is parked Condensation forms while the automatic climate control is in operation, and then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal.
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MINI Paceman:
MINI Countryman: rear seat backrest
Before folding down the rear seat back- rests, make sure that the range of motion
for the backrests is unobstructed. Particularly with a folded down middle section, make sure that there is no one within the range of motion of the backrest and that no one reaches into that region. Otherwise, injury or damage can result.<
To ensure that the safety systems con- tinue to provide optimized protection,
observe the safety belt information on page 42.< 5-seater: the rear seat back is divided in the fol- lowing proportions: 40-20-40.
When the outer rear seat backs are folded down, no one may sit in the middle posi-
tion.< If necessary, remove the third head restraint, refer to Removing head restraints, page 41. Open the center belt and insert in the take-up on the headliner, see page 43. Expand the cargo area by raising the rear seat backrests to a steeper angle. The backrests can be adjusted as needed in 10 stages between a comfort position and a transport position or can be folded down. In the comfort position, the backrests are as far back as possible; in the transport position, they are in an approximately vertical position. Before installing a child restraint system, observe the instructions starting on page 46.
1. Hold on to the backrest near the top, for example on the headrest, and pull on the loop, arrow.
2. Lock backrest in the desired position or fold
down.
Folding the backrests back into position When folding the backrest, make sure that the lock properly engages. Otherwise, for example during braking and avoidance maneu- vers, cargo can be thrown into the interior and endanger the occupants.<
If the rear seat backrests are positioned at a steeper angle, do not install child
restraint systems in the rear of the vehicle as their protective features may be ineffective.< When backrests are folded back from the folded-down position, they lock in the transport position. To set the desired backrest angle or a comfort- able position, pull the loop forward and adjust the backrest.
MINI Paceman: rear seat backrest
Before folding down the rear seat back- rests, make sure that the range of motion
for the backrests is unobstructed; otherwise, injury or damage can result.<
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1. Pull on the loop, refer to arrow.
The backrest is unlocked. 2. Fold the backrest forward.
Folding the backrests back into position Hold the backrest in the upper region, e.g. by the head restraint, and fold it back into position. When folding the backrest, make sure that the lock properly engages. Otherwise, for example during braking and avoidance maneu- vers, cargo can be thrown into the interior and endanger the occupants.<
MINI Countryman: cargo area privacy screen Between the cargo area and the rear seat back- rest, there is a cargo area privacy screen. It can be folded down and used as a loading platform.
When the rear seat backrests are folded down, do not fold the privacy screen
upright. In an accident, cargo could fold down the privacy screen and damage it.<
Folding down the privacy screen 1.
If necessary, remove the cargo area cover, refer to page 106.
2. Fold the privacy screen up and to the rear,
arrow 1.
3. Release the locking mechanisms on the left
and right sides, arrows 2.
4. Grasp the outer sides of the privacy screen
and guide it downward.
Do not exceed the maximum load of 330 lbs/150 kg of the privacy screen when
it is in folded down into the loading platform position; otherwise, damage may occur.<
Folding the privacy screen forward 1. Fold down rear seat backrests. 2. Unlock privacy screen, see above. 3. Grasp the outer sides of the privacy screen and guide it forward onto the folded-down rear seat backrests.
Removing 1. Removing cargo area cover, page 106. 2. Fold the privacy screen up and to the rear and unlock it, refer to Folding the privacy screen forward.
3. Remove it from the guides on the cargo area
floor, arrows, and remove the privacy screen.
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Before closing the tailgate, put the load floor back on the cargo area floor.
Removing If necessary, the load floor can be removed. 1. Fold load floor together. 2. Pull the load floor back slightly out of the
take-up.
3. Then take it out toward the top. The folded together load floor can be placed into the luggage compartment.
Flat load floor
Do not exceed a maximum load of 330 lbs/150 kg on the load floor; other-
wise, damage may result.<
MINI Countryman: cargo net
Access to the storage space Under the load floor, there is storage space, e.g., for the cargo net. 1. Reach into the recess, arrow 1, at the back
edge of the load floor. MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
Ensure that the cargo net is firmly attached; otherwise, injuries may occur.<
Before installing 1. Remove the pouch with the cargo net from the storage compartment under the pull-out floor panel in the cargo area.
2. Remove the cargo net from the pouch, then
unroll and unfold it. After use, fold the cargo net together, roll it back up in the same way, and place it in the pouch so that it can be stowed under the floor panel again. When doing so, make sure that hooks and tensioning buckles do not rest against the rod elements.
3. Unfold the cargo net until the rod elements
snap into place.
2. Lift up the pull-out floor panel at the rear,
arrow 1 and fold it forward, arrow 2.
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Installing behind the front seats
MINI Countryman: bag holders
Holders on the left and right side of the support for the cargo area cover, arrow, e.g. for hanging shopping bags or storage bags.
Only hang light shopping bags or suitable items on the holders. Otherwise, this may create a hazard due to flying objects, for exam- ple in the event of braking and evasive maneu- vers. Transport heavy luggage only if it is appropri- ately secured in the cargo area.<
Determining cargo limit
1. If necessary, remove the cargo area cover. 2. Fold down the rear seat backrests, refer to
3.
Expanding cargo area. Insert each cargo net mounting pin all the way into its respective front mount in the headliner, arrow 1, and push it forward.
4. Attach the hook, arrow 2, at the bottom of each retaining strap to the respective eye on the vehicle floor.
5. Lash the cargo net securely. To do so,
tighten the retaining straps at the tensioning buckles.
Removing When removing and stowing the cargo net, pro- ceed in the reverse sequence. To fold closed, press the release button, arrow.
1. Locate the following statement on your
vehicle's placard:
The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed
XXX kg or YYY lbs. Otherwise, this could damage the vehicle and produce unstable vehicle operating conditions.<
2. Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX pounds or YYY kilograms.
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4. The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the XXX amount equals 1,400 lbs and there will be four 150 lb- pas- sengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail- able cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs: 1,400 lbs minus 750 lbs = 650 lbs.
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, part of the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult the manual for transporting a trailer to determine how this may reduce the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
6.
Load 4-seater:
5-seater:
The permissible load is the sum of the occu- pants' weights and the weight of the cargo. The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo/luggage can be transported.
Stowing cargo > Position heavy objects as low and as far for- ward as possible, ideally directly behind the rear seat backrests.
> Cover sharp edges and corners. > For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each safety belt in the respective opposite buckle.
> Do not stack higher than the top edge of the
backrests.
> Use the cargo net, refer to page 109. Ensure
that no objects can penetrate through the net.
MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
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vehicle's operating safety is no longer assured and the vehicle will not be in compliance with the construction and use regulations. Heavy or hard objects should not be carried loose inside the car, since they could be thrown around, for example as a result of heavy braking, sudden swerves, etc., and endanger the occu- pants. Do not secure cargo using the fastening points for the tether strap, page 47; they may become damaged.<
Roof-mounted luggage rack A special rack system is available as an option for your MINI. Your MINI dealer will be glad to advise you. Comply with the installation instruc- tions supplied with the rack system.
Loading roof-mounted luggage rack Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response. You should therefore always remember not to exceed the approved roof load capacity, the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads when loading the rack. You can find more information under Weights in the technical specifications. The roof load must be distributed uniformly and should not be too large in area. Heavy items should always be placed at the bottom. When loading, make sure that there is sufficient space for the movement of the glass roof. Fasten roof-mounted cargo correctly and securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off during the trip. Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers, and take corners gently.
Securing cargo MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
> Secure smaller and lighter items using
retaining or draw straps.
> Heavy-duty cargo straps for securing larger
and heavier objects are available at your MINI dealer.
> These cargo straps are fastened using eight
securing eyes. Two of them are located on the side wall, arrows 1, of the cargo area. Two of them are located on the rear wall, arrows 2, of the cargo area.
To use the lower lashing eyes, raise or remove the pull-out floor panel. Comply with the information enclosed with the load-securing devices.
Always position and secure the cargo as described above, so that it cannot endan- ger the car's occupants, for example if sudden braking or swerves are necessary. Do not exceed the approved gross vehicle weight and axle loads, page 248; otherwise, the
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Rear luggage rack A special rear-mounted luggage rack is available as an optional accessory. It does not require a trailer hitch. Please comply with the precautions included with the installation instructions.
Mounting points MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
The mounting points are located under the cov- ers in the bumper. Remove the covers, refer to page 238.
Loading rear luggage rack When loading, make sure that you do not exceed the approved gross vehicle weight and axle loads. You can find more information under Weights in the technical specifications.
Saving fuel
General information Your vehicle incorporates numerous technolo- gies for reducing fuel consumption and emis- sions. Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif- ferent factors. Fuel consumption and environ- mental pollution are affected by various actions, the manner of driving and regular maintenance.
Remove unnecessary cargo Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove attached parts no longer in use Attached parts on the vehicle affect its aerody- namics and increase fuel consumption.
Closing windows Open windows increase air resistance and therefore fuel consumption.
Check tire inflation pressure regularly Check and, if necessary, correct tire inflation pressure at least twice a month and before start- ing on a long trip. Low inflation pressure increases rolling resis- tance and thus leads to greater fuel consump- tion and tire wear.
Drive off immediately Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right away, but at moderate engine speeds. This is the fastest way for the cold engine to reach its oper- ating temperature.
Think ahead while driving Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking, by maintaining a suitable distance to the vehicle driving ahead. Looking-ahead and smooth driving reduces fuel consumption.
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Driving on poor roads Your MINI with ALL4 drive is at home on any type of street or road. It combines an all-wheel drive system with the advantages of a normal passenger car.
Do not drive on unpaved terrain, as other- wise the vehicle may be damaged.<
When you are driving on poor roads, there are a few points which you should strictly observe for your own safety, for that of your passengers, and for the safety of the vehicle: > Familiarize yourself with the vehicle before
beginning to drive and do not take risks under any circumstances.
> Adapt your speed to road conditions. The
steeper and rougher the road surface is, the lower the speed should be.
> When driving on very steep uphill or down- hill grades, make sure in advance that the engine oil and coolant levels are close to the maximum mark, refer to page 215.
> While driving, watch carefully for obstacles
such as rocks or holes. Try to avoid these obstacles whenever possible.
> Make sure that the undercarriage does not touch the ground, for example on hilltops and bumpy roads. The ground clearance of the vehicle is a maximum of approx. 6.0 in/ 15 cm. Please note that the ground clear- ance can vary depending on loading and the driving conditions of the vehicle.
> Only drive through road surface water up to a maximum water depth of 1 ft/30 cm and only at walking speed; do not remain sta- tionary.
> After driving through water at low speed,
lightly press the brake pedal several times to dry the brakes and to prevent the braking effect from being reduced by wetness.
Avoid high engine speeds Use first gear only for driving off. In second and higher gears, accelerate smoothly to a suitable engine and road speed. In doing so, avoid high engine speeds and shift up early. When you reach your desired traveling speed, shift to the highest suitable gear and drive at constant speed. As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel consumption and reduces wear.
Coasting When approaching a red traffic light, take your foot off the accelerator and let the car roll to a stop in the highest gear possible. On a downhill gradient, take your foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast in a suitable gear. Fuel supply is shut off automatically when the vehicle is coasting.
Switch off the engine during lengthy stops Switch off the engine when stopping for lengthy periods, e.g. at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic jams.
Switch off any features that are not currently required Features such as air conditioning, seat heaters and the rear window defroster require a great deal of energy and result in greater fuel con- sumption, especially in city driving and during Stop & Go operation. For this reason, switch off these features if they are not really needed.
Have the vehicle serviced Have your vehicle serviced regularly to achieve good economy and a long vehicle life. The man- ufacturer of your MINI recommends having the vehicle serviced by a MINI dealer. Also note the MINI Maintenance System, page 218.
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> Depending on the condition of the surface, it may be practical to briefly activate DTC, refer to DTC Dynamic Traction Control on page 73.
> If the drive wheels spin on one side, depress the accelerator pedal sufficiently so that the driving stability control systems can distrib- ute the drive forces to the individual wheels. After driving on poor roads, please observe the following points to maintain the driving safety of the vehicle: > Clean the coarsest dirt from the body. > Clean mud, snow, ice, etc. from the wheels
and tires and check the tires for damage.
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CONTROLS
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NAVIGATION
Entertainment
COMMUNICATIONS
MOBILITY
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Navigation system
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
General information The navigation system can determine the pre- cise position of the vehicle, with the aid of satel- lites and vehicle sensors, and can reliably guide you to every entered destination.
Enter data only with the vehicle station- ary, and always give priority to the appli- cable 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.<
Selecting navigation 1. "Navigation"
During route guidance, an arrow view or a map view is displayed on the onboard computer.
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Navigation data
Information on navigation data 1. "Navigation" 2. Open "Options". 3. "Navigation system version" Information about the data version is displayed.
Updating the navigation data
General information Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated. You may obtain current navigation data and the enabling code at your MINI dealer. Updating the data can take several hours, depending on the volume of data. > Update data while driving to reduce the
drain on the battery.
> The update is resumed automatically when
a trip is continued after an interruption. > You can inquire as to the status of the
update.
> The data are stored in the vehicle. > After the updating process is complete, the
system restarts.
> The medium with the navigation data can be
removed after the update.
To update 1. Depending on equipment: insert USB stor-
age device with navigation data > into the USB interface in the glove com-
partment
> into the USB audio interface, refer to
page 154.
2. Follow the instructions on the onboard com-
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3. Enter the activation code of the USB storage
device.
4. Begin driving. The update begins after the activation code is entered. When the update is completed, the sys- tem restarts.
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Destination entry
General information In entering your destination you can select from among the following options: > Manual destination entry, see below > Selecting destination from address book,
> If you do not enter a street, the system will guide you to the downtown area of a town or city.
> You can skip the entry of country and town/ city if the current entries should be retained for your new destination.
page 122
> Last destinations, page 123
> Special destinations, refer to page 124
> Entering the destination via map, refer topage 125
> Selecting home address, refer to page 123
> Entering destination via voice, page 126
After selecting your destination you can proceed to start the route guidance, page 129.Manual destination entry To make it easier to enter town/city names and street names, you are supported with the word- match principle, refer to page 128. This makes it possible to enter different spellings and com- pletes your entry automatically so that stored town/city names and street names can be accessed quickly. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Enter address"
The system also supports you with the following features:
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Entering a state/province 1. "Navigation" 2. "Enter address" 3. Select "State/Province" or displayed country.
Entering a town/city 1. Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or displayed
city.
2. Select letters, if necessary.
A list of all towns/cities starting with this let- ter appears on the Control Display. To delete letters: > To delete individual numbers or letters:
Turn the MINI joystick to highlight and press the MINI joystick.
> To delete all numbers or letters:
Turn the MINI joystick to highlight and press and hold the MINI joystick.
If necessary, enter more letters. The list gradually grows smaller each time you enter a new letter. To enter spaces, if necessary: Select the
symbol.
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4.
If necessary, move the MINI joystick to the right and change to the list of towns and cit- ies and select a name.
Entering the postal code 1. Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or displayed
city.
symbol.
2. Select the 3. Select the digits individually. 4. Change to the list of postal codes and towns/
cities.
5. Highlight the postal code. 6. Select the zip code.
The corresponding destination is displayed.
Entering street and intersection 1. Select "Street" or displayed street. 2. Enter the street and intersection the same
way you entered the town/city.
If there are several streets with the same name: 1. Move the MINI joystick to the right to
change to the list of street names.
2. Highlight street. 3. Select the street.
Alternative: entering street and house number 1. Select "Street" or displayed street. 2. Enter the street the same way you entered
the town/city.
3. "House number" 4. Select the digits. 5. Change to the list of house numbers.
6. Select a house number or range of house
numbers.
Entering a street without a destination town/city It is also possible to enter a street without enter- ing a destination town/city. In this case all streets of the entered country are offered for selection. The related town/city is displayed after the street name. If a town/city has already been entered, this entry can be canceled. This may be practical if the desired street does not exist in the entered destination, because, for example, it belongs to another part of the town/city. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Enter address" 3. Select "Street" or displayed street. 4. Change to the list of street names. 5. Select "In" with the currently displayed
country.
6. Select the letters. 7. Change to the list of street names. 8. Highlight street. 9. Select the street.
Starting route guidance after entering the destination 1. "Accept destination" 2. "Start guidance" or "Add as another destina-
tion".
> Setting "Route preference",
refer to page 129.
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Storing a destination in the address book Store the destination in the address book after entering the destination. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. "Guidance" 4. Open "Options". 5. "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing
contact".
6. Select an existing contact, if available. 7. Select "Business address" or "Home
address".
8. Enter "Last name" and "First name" if you
wish.
9. "Store in vehicle"
Storing the position Your current position can be stored in the address book. 1. "Navigation" 2. Open "Options". 3. "Store position as contact" or "Add position
to contact".
> Search for "Points of Interest at loc.",
refer to page 124.
Address book To create contacts, refer to page 171 or page 188.
Selecting a destination from the address book 1. "Navigation" 2. "Address book"
Contacts with addresses are displayed if these addresses have been checked as des- tinations. If the contacts with addresses from the mobile phone are not displayed, they must first be checked as destinations, refer to page 173 or page 189.
3. Select a contact in the list or if so desired,
4.
using the "A-Z search". If necessary, select "Business address" or "Home address".
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4. Depending on the selection, select an exist-
ing contact from the list or the type of address and enter the last and first name.
5. "Store in vehicle"
Last destinations The last destinations are stored automatically. These destinations can be called up and used as a destination for route guidance.
Editing or deleting an address 1. "Navigation" 2. "Address book" 3. Highlight the entry. 4. Open "Options". 5. "Edit in Contacts" or "Delete entry".
Accessing last destinations 1. "Navigation" 2. "Last destinations"
Using home address as destination The home address must be stored as a destina- tion. Refer to Defining a home address, page 172 or page 189. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Address book" 3. "Home"
4. "Start guidance"
3. Select the destination. 4. "Start guidance"
Editing a destination Destinations can be edited, for example, to change the house number of an existing entry. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Last destinations" 3. Highlight the destination. 4. Open "Options". 5. "Edit destination"
Deleting the last destinations 1. "Navigation" 2. "Last destinations" 3. Highlight the destination. 4. Open "Options". 5. "Delete entry" or "Delete all last destina-
tions".
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Special destinations You can search for a special destination, e.g. a hotel or place of interest, and start route guid- ance to the corresponding location.
The scope of information provided depends on the particular set of naviga-
tion data you are using.<
Category search 1. "Category search" 2. "Search destination" 3. Select or enter town/city. 4. "Category" 5. Select category. 6. "Category details"
For some special destinations, it is possible to select several category details. Move the MINI joystick to the left to exit category details.
7. "Start search"
A list of the special destinations is displayed.
8. Select the special destination.
Details are displayed. symbol.
9. Select the 10. "Start guidance" or "Add as another destina-
tion".
If several details are stored, then you can scroll through the pages. If a phone number is avail- able, a connection can be established, if desired.
Special destination location As you input the search destination, you can select from among various options. > "At current location" > "At destination" > "At different location" > With active route guidance: "Along route"
Accessing search for special destinations 1. "Navigation" 2. Select "Points of Interest"
search.
A-Z search 1. "A-Z search" 2. "Town/City" 3. "Category" 4. "Category details"
For some special destinations, it is possible to select several category details. Move the MINI joystick to the left to exit category details.
5. "Keyword" 6. Enter keyword.
A list of the special destinations is displayed.
7. Select the special destination. 8. Select the 9. "Start guidance" or "Add as another destina-
symbol.
tion". If several details are stored, then you can scroll through the pages. If a phone number is available, a connection can be established, if desired.
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Starting the search for special destinations 1. "Start search" 2. A list of the special destinations is displayed.
> "At current location"
The special destinations are displayed in order of their distance and are displayed with a direction arrow pointing toward the destination.
> "At destination", "At different location",
"Along route" The special destinations are displayed in order of their distance from the search point.
> Destinations of the selected category are displayed in the map display as symbols. The display depends on the map scale and the category.
3. Highlight special destination. 4. Select the special destination. 5. Select the 6. "Start guidance" or "Add as another destina-
symbol.
tion".
The distance from the destination is displayed.
Displaying special destinations in the map To display symbols of the special destinations in the map: 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Display Points of Interest"
5. Select the settings.
Entering the destination via map If you only know the location of a destination or street, then you can enter the destination with the aid of the map.
Selecting the destination 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map"
The map shows the current position of the vehicle.
3.
"Interactive map"
4. Select the destination with the cross-hairs. > Changing scale: turn the MINI joystick. > Moving map: move the MINI joystick in
the corresponding direction.
> Shifting map diagonally: move the
MINI joystick in the corresponding direc- tion and turn the MINI joystick.
5. Press the MINI joystick to display additional
menu items. > Select the
symbol: "Start guidance" or
"Add as another destination".
> "Find points of interest": the search for
special destinations is started.
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> Having the possible spoken commands read
aloud: {Voice commands}
Saying the entries > Countries, towns/cities, streets, and inter- sections can be either spoken aloud as an entire words or spelled in the system lan- guage, refer to page 69. Example: to enter a destination in a US state as a complete word, the system language must be English.
> Spell the entry if the language of the area is
different from the system language.
> Speak the letters smoothly and avoid exces-
sive emphasis and pauses.
Entering a town/city The town/city can be spelled or entered as an entire word.
The methods of entry depend on the nav- igation data in use and the country and
language settings.<
1.
{City} or {Spell city}.
2. Wait for the system prompt for the town/
city.
3. Say the name of the town/city or if neces-
sary, spell at least the first three letters. 4. Select city/town:
> To select a recommended town/city:
{Yes}
> Select other city/town: {New entry} > To select an entry, e.g. {Entry …} > Spell the entry: {Spell city}
Specifying the street If the system does not detect any street, then a street name in the vicinity or the coordinates of the destination are displayed.
Additional functions In the interactive map, the scale can be adjusted and the visible map section can be shifted. You can also access other functions by pressing the MINI joystick:
> Select the
symbol and "Start guid-
ance" if necessary.
> "Exit interactive map" > Map display > "Display destination"
The section of the map around the desti- nation is displayed.
> "Display current location"
The section of the map around the cur- rent position is displayed.
> "Find points of interest", refer to
page 124.
Entering destination via voice
General information > Voice activation system, refer to page 21. > When entering a destination by voice, it is possible to switch between voice input and the onboard computer.
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Similar-sounding towns/cities that cannot be differentiated by the system are com- piled in a separate list and displayed as a town/ city followed by three dots. If necessary, select this entry with {Yes}. Then select the desired city/town in this list.< The town/city can also be selected from the list via the onboard computer: Turn the MINI joystick until the destination is selected, and press the MINI joystick.
Entering a street or intersection The street or intersection is entered in the same way as the town/city.
Entering house number Depending on the data in the navigation system, house numbers up to the number 2,000 can be entered:
Planning a trip with intermediate destinations
New trip Various intermediate destinations can be entered for a trip. The trip destination must be entered first, refer to Destination input, page 120.
Entering intermediate destinations A maximum of 30 intermediate destinations can be entered for one trip. 1. "Navigation" 2. Select the type of destination entry and
enter the intermediate destination.
{House number}
1. 2. Say the house number. 3. 4.
{Yes} to confirm the house number. {Accept destination}
Starting route guidance
{Start guidance}
Route guidance starts immediately.
Adding further intermediate destinations
{Add as another destination}
Further intermediate destinations can be added.
Saving destination The destination is automatically added to the list of the last destinations.
3. "Add as another destination"
4. Select the location where the intermediate
destination is to be inserted.
Starting the trip After entering all intermediate destinations: "Start guidance"
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Word-matching principle The system's word-matching principle makes it easier to enter the names of towns or streets. The system runs ongoing checks, comparing your destination entries with the data stored in the vehicle as the basis for instant response. The user benefits include: > Town/city names can also be entered differ-
ently from the official names if you use a form that is customary in other countries. Example: Instead of "München", you can also enter the English spelling "Munich" or the Italian spelling "Monaco".
> When you are entering the names of towns/ cities and streets the system will complete them automatically as soon as enough let- ters are available to ensure unambiguous identification.
> The system offers only those letters for
selection of name entries that are stored in the vehicle. The system will not accept non existent names and addresses.
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Route guidance
Starting route guidance 1. "Navigation" 2. "Enter address" 3. Select the destination. 4. "Accept destination" 5. "Start guidance" > The route is displayed on the onboard com-
puter.
> The distance to the destination/intermedi- ate destination and the estimated time of arrival are displayed in the map view. > The arrow display is displayed on the
onboard computer, if so desired.
Terminating route guidance
In the arrow or map view 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. Select the 4. "Stop guidance"
symbol.
Continuing route guidance If the destination was not reached during the last trip, route guidance can be resumed. "Resume guidance"
Route criteria
General information > You can influence the calculated route by
selecting certain criteria.
> Route criteria can be changed during desti-
nation input and during route guidance.
> Street types are part of the navigation data
and are taken into account in route plan- ning, e.g. avoiding highways.
> The proposed route can differ from personal
experience.
> The settings are stored for the remote con-
trol currently in use.
> Route guidance with traffic information,
refer to page 135.
Changing route criteria 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. 4. Selecting a criterion:
"Route preference"
"Fast route": time-optimized route
through a combination of the least possi- ble distance and stretches of road that allow rapid driving.
"Efficient route": optimized combi- nation of the fastest and shortest possi- ble route.
> "Short route": short distance without
taking time into account.
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> "Alternative routes": suggestions of addi- tional alternate routes during route guid- ance.
5. Select additional route criteria, if desired.
Where possible, the selected criteria will be avoided on the route. > "Avoid highways": avoid highways
where possible.
> "Avoid toll roads": avoid toll roads where
possible.
> "Avoid ferries": avoid ferries where possi-
ble.
The setting applies to the current route and to the planning of future routes.
If the route criteria "Avoid highways", "Avoid toll roads", or "Avoid ferries" are selected, then this can prolong the calculation time for the route.<
Route There are various views of the route available during route guidance: > Arrow display > List of streets and towns/cities > Map view, refer to page 131
> Small arrow: indicates the next change of
direction.
> Intersection view. > Lane information. > Traffic information. > Distance to the next change of direction. > Street name of the next change of direction.
Lane information In the arrow display, the recommended lanes of multi-lane roads are each marked with a trian- gle. > Filled triangle: optimum lane. > Empty triangle: likewise possible lane. It can,
however, also be possible to briefly make additional lane changes.
List of roads or towns/cities on the route If the route guidance has been started, then you can display a list of the roads and towns/cities on the route. The distance to be traveled and traffic bulletins are displayed for each segment of the route. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Route information"
3. Highlight a section.
Arrow display The following information is displayed during route guidance: > Large arrow: current direction of travel. > Street name of the currently traveled street.
Taking detours During route guidance, prompt the navigation system to bypass certain route segments. In doing so, you will specify how many kilometers to travel before returning to the original route.
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Map display
Displaying map view 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map"
Overview
4. Turn the MINI joystick: enter the desired
mileage.
5. Press the MINI joystick.
Resuming the original route If the route section should no longer be bypassed: 1. "Navigation" 2. "Route information" 3. "New route for:" 4. "Remove blocking"
Recommended refueling The remaining driving range is calculated, and gas stations along the route are shown. Even with the latest navigation data, informa- tion on various points of interest may have changed, e.g., service stations may not be in operation. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Route information" 3. "Recommended refuel"
A list of gas stations is displayed.
4. Select a gas station. 5. Select the symbol. 6. "Start guidance": the guidance to the
selected gas station is started. "Add as another destination": the gas sta- tion is included in the route.
1 Toolbar 2 Route segment with traffic obstruction 3 Road sign for traffic obstruction 4 Planned route 5 Current location 6 Upper status box 7 Lower status box
Lines on the map In the map view, streets and roads are depicted with different colors and lines according to their classification. Dotted lines represent railroad and ferry connections. National borders are depicted with thin lines.
Traffic obstructions Small triangles along the planned route identify route segments with traffic obstructions, depending on map scale. The direction of the tri- angles indicates the direction of the obstruction. Road signs classify the obstructions. > Red road sign: the obstruction relates to the
planned route or direction of travel.
> Gray road sign: the obstruction does not
relate to the planned route or direction of travel.
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Traffic information, refer to page 133.
Planned route After route guidance is started, the planned route is displayed on the map.
Status boxes Show/hide: press the MINI joystick. > Upper status box: time, phone details, and
entertainment details.
> Lower status box: symbol for active route guidance, traffic information status, arrival time, and distance from destination.
Toolbar The following functions are available directly in the map view:
Symbol
Function
Starting/stopping route guidance
Switching voice instruc- tions on/off
Changing route criteria or selecting route alternatives
Searching for special desti- nation
Displaying traffic bulletins
Interactive map
Adjusting map views or arrow display
Changing scale
Changing map scale
"Interactive map"
> Moving map: move the MINI joystick in the
corresponding direction.
> Shifting map diagonally: move the
MINI joystick in the corresponding direction and turn the MINI joystick.
Changing scale 1. Select the
symbol and press the MINI joy-
stick.
2. Changing scale: turn the MINI joystick.
Automatic scaling of the map In the map view facing north, turn the MINI joystick in either direction until the scale AUTO is displayed. The map shows the entire path between the location and destination.
Settings for the map display The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. 1. Open "Options". 2. "Settings"
> "Day/night mode"
Select and adjust depending on light conditions. If "Traffic conditions/gray map" is activated, then this setting is not taken into account.
> "Traffic conditions/gray map"
The map is optimized for displaying traf- fic bulletins. Symbols for the special des- tinations are no longer displayed.
Displaying arrow view in map display When route guidance is active, the arrow view can be displayed additionally on the right side of the map display. 1. "Navigation" 2. Open "Options".
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3. "Arrow display on map"
Destination guidance via voice instructions
Switching voice instructions on/off The voice instructions can be switched on and off during route guidance. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3.
Select the
symbol.
Symbol
Meaning
Voice instructions switched on
Voice instructions switched off
Repeating a voice instruction 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. 4. Press the MINI joystick twice.
Highlight the
symbol.
Adjusting volume for voice instructions The volume can be adjusted only while a voice instruction is being issued. 1. Repeat the last voice instruction, if neces-
sary.
2. Turn the knob during the voice instruction to
select the desired volume.
This volume is independent of the volume of the audio sources. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Traffic information
Overview In many congested areas, you can receive traffic information that is transmitted by radio stations. The traffic conditions are monitored by traffic control centers and the traffic information is updated periodically. During route guidance, the traffic information relevant to the route you are planning to take is automatically shown and taken into account in route planning. Irrespective of whether route guidance is active, you can have the traffic infor- mation displayed in the map display or as an event list.
The symbol in the toolbar of the map view turns red if traffic information relates to the cal- culated route.
Real Time Traffic Information End-User Provisions Certain MINI models equipped with navigation have the capability to display real-time traffic information. If your system has this capability the following additional terms and conditions apply: An End-User shall no longer have the right to use the Traffic Data in the event that the End-User is in material breach of the terms and conditions contained herein.
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A. Total Traffic Network, a division of Clear Chan- nel Broadcasting, Inc. ("Total Traffic Network") holds the rights to the traffic incident data and RDS-TMC network through which it is delivered. You may not modify, copy, scan or use any other method to reproduce, duplicate, republish, transmit or distribute in any way any portion of traffic incident data. You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless MINI of North Amer- ica, LLC. ("MINI NA") and Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc (and their affiliates) against any and all claims, damages, costs or other expenses that arise directly or indirectly out of (a) your unau- thorized use of the traffic incident data or the RDS-TMC network, (b) your violation of this directive and/or (c) any unauthorized or unlaw- ful activities by you in connection herewith. B. Total Traffic Network traffic data is informa- tional only. User assumes all risk of use. Total Traffic Network, MINI NA, and their suppliers make no representations about content, traffic and road conditions, route usability, or speed. C. The licensed material is provided to license "as is," and "where is". Total Traffic Network, including, but not limited to, any and all third party providers of any of the licensed material, expressly disclaims, to the fullest extent permit- ted by law, all warranties or representations with respect to the licensed material (including, with- out limitation, that the licensed material will be error-free, will operate without interruption or that the traffic data will be accurate), express, implied or statutory, including, without limita- tion, the implied warranties of merchantability, non-infringement fitness for a particular pur- pose, or those arising from a course of dealing or usage of trade. D. Neither Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc. nor MINI NA will be liable to you for any indirect, special, consequential, exemplary, or incidental damages (including, without limitation, lost rev- enues, anticipated revenues, or profits relating to the same) arising from any claim relating directly or indirectly to use of the traffic data, and even if Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc., or MINI NA are aware of the possibility of such
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damages. These limitations apply to all claims, including, without limitation, claims in contract and tort (such as negligence, product liability and strict liability). Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse- quential damages, so those particular limita- tions may not apply to you.
Switching reception of traffic information on/off 1. "Navigation" 2. Open "Options". 3. Activate/deactivate "Receive Traffic Info".
Accessing traffic information 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map"
"Traffic Info": traffic information for the sur- rounding area is listed here. The symbol turns red when traffic information relate to the calculated route.
3.
"Traffic Info"
First, traffic bulletins relating to the planned route are displayed. The traffic bulletins are sorted in the order of their distance from the current vehicle posi- tion.
4. Select traffic information.
"More information": display additional
information.
5. Scroll to the next or previous traffic informa-
tion if desired.
Traffic bulletins in the map When the traffic info map is activated, the pic- ture on the Control Display is switched to a gray- scale. This permits an optimized depiction of traffic information. The day/night mode is disre- garded in this setting. The symbols for the spe- cial destinations are no longer displayed. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. Open "Options".
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4. "Settings" 5. "Traffic conditions/gray map"
Symbols in map view The symbols of traffic obstructions are displayed differently, depending on the scale of the map and location of the traffic obstruction in relation to the route.
Additional information in the map display Depending on the map scale, the length, direc- tion, and effects of a traffic obstruction are depicted by traffic symbols in the map or by bars along the planned route. The colors displayed depend on the information sent by the traffic information service. > Red: traffic congestion > Orange: stop-and-go traffic > Yellow: heavy traffic > Green: clear roads > Gray: general traffic information such as
road construction
The colors displayed depend on the information sent by the traffic information service.
Filtering of traffic bulletins To set which traffic bulletins the system should display: 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Traffic Info categories"
5. Select the desired categories.
Traffic bulletins of the selected categories are displayed. > Traffic bulletins on incidents along the route
are always displayed.
> For personal safety, traffic information that indicates a potential hazard can not be hid- den.
Route guidance with traffic information
General information In semi-dynamic route guidance systems, detour suggestions by the navigation system can be added manually. In dynamic route guid- ance systems, they are automatically included in the route guidance.
Semi-dynamic route guidance With traffic information reception switched on, semi-dynamic route guidance is active. The system takes into account the existing traffic information during route guidance. A message is displayed as a function of the route, the traffic information, and the possible alternate routes. When there are obstructions to traffic, an alter- nate route is provided. The difference in dis- tance and time between the original route and the alternate route are also displayed. Taking an alternate route:
"Detour"
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With particular hazards, e.g. objects on the road- way, a message is displayed without a possible alternate route. It is also possible to take alternate routes can also be taken if the traffic reports are accessed via the list: 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 3. 4. "Detour information" 5.
"Traffic Info"
"Detour"
Dynamic route guidance The route is automatically changed in the event of traffic obstructions. > The system will not point out traffic obstruc-
tions on the original route.
> Traffic information will continue to be dis-
played on the map.
> Depending on the type of road and the
nature and length of the traffic obstruction, the route can also be calculated so that you travel through the traffic obstruction.
> Certain hazards are displayed regardless of
the setting.
To activate dynamic route guidance: 1. "Navigation" 2. Open "Options". 3. "Dynamic guidance"
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What to do if…
What to do if… > The current position cannot be displayed?
The position is in an unrecognized region, in a poor reception area, or the system is in the process of determining the position. Recep- tion is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky.
> The route guidance does not accept an
address without the street name? A downtown area cannot be determined for the town or city that has been entered. Input any street in the selected town/city and start route guidance.
> The route guidance does not accept a desti-
nation? The destination data is not contained in the navigation data. Select a destination that is as close as possible to the original.
> The letters for a destination cannot be
selected during destination entry? Stored data do not contain the data of the destination. Select a destination that is as close as possible to the original.
> The map view is displayed in grayscale?
When the traffic info map is activated, the picture on the Control Display is switched to a grayscale. This permits an optimized depiction of traffic information.
> Voice instructions are no longer issued
before intersections during route guidance? The area has not been fully recorded yet, or you have left the recommended route and the system requires a few seconds to calcu- late a new route suggestion.
> The navigation system does not react to
entries? If the battery was disconnected, it takes about 10 minutes before the system is once again operational.
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DRIVING TIPS
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Entertainment
COMMUNICATIONS
MOBILITY
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On/off and tone
On/off and tone
Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
General information The following audio sources have shared control elements and setting options: > Radio > CD player > External devices, e.g. MP3 player
Controls The audio sources can be operated using: > Buttons near the CD player > Onboard computer > Buttons on the steering wheel, refer to
page 10
Buttons near the CD player
4 Sound output for entertainment on/off, vol-
ume > Press: switch on/off.
When you switch on the unit, the radio station or track set most recently is played.
> Turn: adjust volume. 5 Station scan/track search > Change radio station. > Selecting a track
6 Ejecting CD
Switching on/off
Entertainment audio output
Press the knob.
This symbol at the upper edge of the Control
Display indicates that the sound output is switched off.
1 Drive for audio CDs 2 Selecting waveband 3 Changing the audio source
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Entertainment
Adjustments 1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". 2. "Tone"
Turn the knob to the desired volume. The volume can also be adjusted on the steering wheel, refer to page 10. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use; refer to Personal Profile, page 26.
Setting tone controls Various tone settings can be changed, e.g. treble and bass or the speed-dependent volume con- trol. The tone settings are set for all audio sources at once. The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use; refer to Personal Profile, page 26.
Treble, bass, balance, fader > "Treble": treble adjustment. > "Bass": bass adjustment. > "Balance": volume distribution right/left. > "Fader": volume distribution front/back.
3. Select the desired tone setting.
4. To adjust: turn the MINI joystick. 5. To store: press the MINI joystick.
Volume levels > "Speed volume": volume is adapted
depending on the speed
> "PDC": volume of the PDC acoustic signal
relative to the entertainment sound output > "Gong": volume of the acoustic signal, e.g. for the acoustic Safety Belt Reminder rela- tive to the entertainment sound output
Mobile phone preparation Bluetooth > "Microphone": volume of the microphone
during a phone conversation.
> "Loudspeak.": volume of the speaker during
a phone conversation.
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Adjustments 1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". 2. "Tone" 3. "Volume settings" 4. Select the desired volume setting.
5. To adjust: turn the MINI joystick. 6. To store: press the MINI joystick.
Resetting tone settings All tone settings can be reset to the default value. 1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". 2. "Tone" 3. "Reset"
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Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safety related functions and systems.
General information Your radio is designed for reception of the fol- lowing stations: > FM and AM > HD Radio > Satellite radio
AM/FM station
Selecting a station
