remote start MINI COUPE ROADSTER CONVERTIBLE 2012 Owners Manual

Opening and closingCONTROLS
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Automatic locking
You can also set the situations in which the car
locks. The setting is stored for the remote
control in use.
1. "Settings"
2. "Door locks"
3. Select a menu item:
>"Lock if no door is opened"
The central locking system automatically
locks the vehicle after a short time if no
door has been opened.
> "Lock after start. to drive"
The central locking system locks the
vehicle as soon as you begin to drive.
Tailgate
To avoid damage, make sure there is
sufficient clearance before opening the
tailgate. <
While driving, sharp objects or objects
with edges may strike against the rear
window and damage the heating element for
the rear window. Assure that there are no
objects with sharp edges near the rear
window. <
Opening
In some market-specific versions, the tail-
gate cannot be unlocked using the remote
control unless the vehicle is unlocked first. button of the remote control, for an
extended period. The tailgate is unlocked and
can be opened.
MINI Convertible
The maximum load that may be placed on
the open tailgate is 175 lbs/80 kg. <
Manual unlocking
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
also manually release the tailgate.
MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster:
Pull on the handle. The tailgate is released.

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MINI Convertible, MINI Roadster
The passenger compartment is monitored up to
the height of the seat's surface. This way, the
anti-theft alarm system including the interior
motion sensor are armed, even if the convertible
top is open. Falling objects, e.g. tree leaves, may
trigger a false alarm, refer to Avoiding false
alarms.
Avoiding false alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement
detector can be switched off together.
This prevents false alarms, e.g. in the following
situations:
>In duplex garages
> When being transported on car-carrying
trains, ferries or trailers
> If pets are to remain inside the car
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and
interior movement detector
>Press the button on the remote
control twice in succession.
> Lock the vehicle twice with the integrated
key.
LEDs flash in short succession for approx.
2seconds.
The tilt alarm sensor and the interior movement
detector are switched off until the car is next
unlocked and locked.
Comfort Access
The concept
Access to the vehicle is possible without the use
of the remote control. All you need to do is wear
the remote control close to your body, e.g. in
your jacket pocket. The vehicle automatically
detects the remote control within the immedi-
ate vicinity or in the passenger compartment.
Comfort Access supports the following
functions:
> Unlocking/locking the vehicle
> Unlocking the tailgate separately
> Starting the engine
> MINI Convertible: convenient closing and
soft-top control with the remote control for
Comfort Access
> MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: closing the side
windows
Functional requirements
>There are no external malfunction sources in
the vicinity.
> For locking, the remo te control must be
outside of the vehicle.
> The vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked
again until after approx. 2 seconds.
> The engine can only be started if the remote
control is in the vehicle.
> The doors and tailgate must be closed to
operate the windows.
Comparison to standard remote controls
The indicated function can be operated by
pressing the buttons or via Comfort Access.
Instructions on opening and closing are found
starting on page 28.
If you notice a brief delay while opening or
closing the windows or cover, the system
is checking whether a re mote control is inside
the vehicle. Repeat the opening or closing
procedure, if necessary. <

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Opening and closingCONTROLS
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Unlocking
Press button 1.
Depending on the setting, refer to Unlocking
mode on page 30, only the driver's door or the
entire vehicle is unlocked.
Press the button again to lock the vehicle
again. <
Convenient opening with the remote control,
refer to page 30.
Locking
Press button 1.
If there is a remote control inside the vehicle,
then windows can be opened and closed after
radio readiness is achieved. In addition, the
convertible top on the MINI Cabrio and MINI
Roadster can be closed.
Unlocking the tailgate separately
Press the button on the outside of the tailgate.
Corresponds to pressing the button. If the vehicle detects that a remote control
has been accidentally left inside the
locked vehicle's cargo area after the tailgate is
closed, the tailgate will reopen slightly. The haz-
ard warning flashers flash and an acoustic signal
sounds. <
Windows, electric
If the engine is switched off, you can still operate
the windows so long as a door or the tailgate has
not been opened.
If the doors and tailgate are closed again and the
remote control is located inside the vehicle, the
windows can be operated again. Insert the remote control into the ignition lock to
be able to operate the windows when the
engine is switched off
and the doors are open.
Switching on radio readiness
Switch on radio readiness by pressing the
Start/Stop button, page 60.
Do not depress the brake or the clutch;
otherwise, the engine will start. <
Starting the engine
The engine can be started or the ignition can be
switched on when a remote control is inside the
vehicle. It is not necessa ry to insert a remote
control into the ignition lock, page 60.
Switching off the engine in cars with
automatic transmission
The engine can only be switched off when the
selector lever is in position P, page62.
To switch the engine off when the selector lever
is in position N, the remote control must be in
the ignition lock.
Before driving a vehicle with automatic
transmission into a car wash
1. Insert remote control into ignition lock.
2. Depress the brake.
3. Move the selector lever to position N.
4. Switch off the engine.
The vehicle can roll.
Malfunction
Comfort Access may malfunction due to local
radio waves, e. g. due to the presence of a
mobile phone in the imme diate vicinity of the
remote control or the charging of a mobile
phone in the vehicle.
If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the
buttons on the remote control or using the inte-
grated key.
Insert the remote control into the ignition lock
and start the engine.

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CONTROLSOpening and closing
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Warning lamps
The warning lamp lights up when an
attempt is made to start the engine: the
engine cannot be started. The remote
control is not inside the vehicle or is malfunc-
tioning. Take the remote control with you inside
the vehicle or have it checked. If necessary,
insert another remote co ntrol into the ignition
lock.
The warning lamp lights up when the
engine is running: the remote control is
no longer inside the vehicle. After the
engine is switched off, the engine can only be
restarted within approx. 10 seconds.
The indicator lamp comes on and a
message appears on the Control
Display: replace the battery in the
remote control.
Replacing the battery
The remote control for Comfort Access contains
a b a t t e r y t h a t w i l l n e e d t o b e r e p l a c e d f r o m t i m e
to time.
1. Remove the cover.
2. Insert the new battery with the plus side
facing up.
3. Press the cover on to close.
Take the old battery to a recycling center
or to your MINI dealer. <
Windows
To prevent injuries, exercise care when
closing the windows.
Take the remote control with you when you
leave the car; otherwise, children could operate
the electric windows and possibly injure
themselves. <
If, after a window is opened and closed
several times in close succession, the
window can only be closed and not opened, the
system is overheated. Le t the system cool for
several minutes with the ignition switched on or
the engine running. <
Opening
>Press the swit ch downward.
The window opens until you release the
switch.
> Push the switch downward.
As of radio readiness, the windows will open
automatically. Push the switch again to stop
the opening movement.
To open the window a crack, press the switch
down twice in quick succession.
Closing
In order to close the window, press the switch
up. The window closes until you release the
switch.

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Opening and closingCONTROLS
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Operating while driving
The convertible top may be opened or closed
while driving not faster than 20 mph/30 km/h.
While operating the convertible top, pay
close attention to the surrounding traffic;
otherwise, an accident may happen. Try to avoid
operating the convertible top while reversing
the vehicle since the rear view is very limited
during the convertible top's movement. Do not
operate the convertible top when driving on
winding and rough roads or during windy
conditions. <
For better control
>The LED lights up during convertible top
operation until the opening or closing
procedure is completely finished.
> The LED flashes after releasing the switch.
The opening or closing procedure has not
yet been completed. The procedure can be
continued in the desired direction by press-
ing the appropriate switch.
> The Convertible top not locked indicator
lamp lights up and a message appears on
the Control Display.
Interruption
A convertible top which is not completely
open or closed is hazardous. <
The automatic movement is immediately inter-
rupted when the switch for the convertible top
operation is released. The procedure can be
continued in the desired direction by pressing
the appropriate switch.
If the opening or closing procedure is inter-
rupted by releasing the respective switch, the
convertible top stays in its current position for
several seconds before it slowly moves into a
more stable position. The procedure can be
continued by pressing the appropriate switch.
The opening and cl osing procedure is also inter-
rupted in case of a mech anical blockage. In this
case, in order to operate the convertible top
again: 1.
Switch off the ignition and then switch it on
again.
2. Press the switch to continue the procedure
in the desired direction.
Opening and closing procedure
Do not interrupt and restart the closing
procedure several times one after
another, or the convertible top mechanism
could be damaged. <
If the convertible top can be moved in only
one direction after several consecutive
attempts to operate it, the convertible top
system has overheated. Allow the system to cool
down for approx. 4 minutes. <
If the battery was disconnected, e.g. for
changing batteries or vehicle storage,
reinitialize the power windows, refer to page 39.
Otherwise, the windows cannot be lowered or
the convertible top cannot be opened. <
Convenience operation
For convenience operation using the remote
control, refer to page30; for operation via the
door lock, refer to page 31.
Manual closing in the event of an
electrical malfunction
Only close the convertible top manually if
it is absolutely necessary. Never open it
manually. Improper handling of the convertible
top can result in damage. The closing procedure
must be completely finished. Otherwise,
damage or injury could result.<
Before closing
1.Remove Allen key and screwdriver from
vehicle tools, refer to page 231.
2. Pry out luggage compartment lamp from
the left side trim using the screwdriver.

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CONTROLSDriving
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Driving
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 coun try version. This also
applies to safety relate d functions and systems.
Ignition lock
Inserting the key into the ignition lock
Insert the key all the way into the ignition lock.
Radio readiness
Individual electrical consumers can operate.
Removing the key from the ignition lock
Press in the key briefly. It is ejected slightly.
At the same time:
>The ignition is switched off if it was on
beforehand.
Automatic transmission
The key can only be removed if the selector lever
is in position P: interlock.
Start/Stop button
Press the Start/Stop button to switch radio readi-
ness or the ignition on and off. Do not depress
the brake or clutch while doing so.
If the Start/Stop button is pressed while
the clutch is depressed in the manual
transmission or the brake pedal is depressed in
the automatic transmission, the engine starts. <
Radio readiness
Individual electrical consumers can operate. The
time and external temperature are displayed in
the tachometer.
Radio readiness is switched off automatically:
>When the key is removed from the ignition
lock
> When using Comfort Access by pressing
the button on the door handle or the
button on the remote control, refer to
Locking on page 37
> After a certain has elapsed
Ignition on
Most indicator and warn ing lamps in indicator
area 1, page 13, light up for varying lengths of
time.
When the engine is off, switch off the
ignition and any unnecessary electrical
consumers in order to preserve the battery. <

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Automatic transmission
1.With the car at a stop, move the selector
lever to position P.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
3. Forcefully apply the parking brake.
Before driving into a car wash
By following these steps, the vehicle is able to
roll:
1.Place the remote control, even with Comfort
Access, in the ignition lock.
2. Depress the brake.
3. Move the selector lever to position N.
4. Switch off the engine.
Parking brake
The parking brake is primarily intended to
prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it
brakes the rear wheels.
In addition, follow the instructions on page 61
under Switching off the engine.
Applying
The lever locks in position automatically.
Releasing
Pull slightly upward, press the button and lower
the lever. In exceptional cases, if the parking brake
has to be used to slow or stop the car, do
not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, con-
tinuously press the button of the parking brake
lever.
Otherwise, excessive force could lead to over-
braking and loss of traction , i.e. fishtailing, at the
rear axle. <
Manual transmission
When shifting into 5t h or 6th gear, press
the gearshift lever to the right. Otherwise,
the engine could be damaged if you inadvert-
ently shift into 3rd or 4th gear. <
Reverse gear
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left, a
slight resistance has to be overcome.
Automatic transmission
with Steptronic
In addition to the fully automatic mode, you can
shift gears manually using Steptronic, page 64.
Parking the vehicle
To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always
select position P and apply the parking
brake before leaving the vehicle with the engine
running. <

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CONTROLSClimate
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Comfortable interior climate
AUTO program2 offers the ideal air distribution
and air flow rate for almo st all conditions, refer
to AUTO program below. All you need to do is
select an interior temperature which is comfort-
able for you.
The following sections inform you in detail about
how to adjust the settings.
Most settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile set-
tings on page 29.
Air flow rate, manual
Press the – button to reduce air flow. Press
the + button to increase it.
You can reactivate the automatic mode
for the air flow rate with the AUTO button.
The air flow rate is lo wered or switched off
entirely to reduce the drain on the battery. The
display remains the same.
Switching the system on/off
Reduce the air flow by pressing the – button
repeatedly until the system is switched off. All
displays go out.
Press the AUTO button to switch the automatic
climate control back on.
AUTO program
The AUTO program adjusts the air
distribution to the windshield and
side windows, toward the upper body area and
into the footwell for you. The air flow rate and
your temperature specifications will be adapted
to outside influences in accordance with
seasonal changes, e.g. sunlight.
The cooling function is automatically switched
on along with the AUTO program.
The program is switched off if the air distribution
is manually adjusted or if the button is pressed
again.
Convertible Program
If the convertible top is open, the Convertible
Program is activated. During the Convertible
Program, the automatic climate control is opti-
mized for driving with the convertible top down.
Furthermore, with increasing vehicle speed, the
airflow is also increased.
If attaching the wind reflector, the perfor-
mance of the Convertible Program can be
significantly improved. <
Recirculated-air mode
Recirculated-air mode: the supply
of outside air is permanently shut
off. The system then recirculates
the air currently within the vehicle.
If condensation starts to form on the
inside window surfac es, press the AUTO
button or switch off the recirculated-air mode
and, if necessary, increa se the air flow rate.
The recirculated-air mode should not be used
over an extended period of time; otherwise, the
air quality in the passenger compartment will
deteriorate continuously.<
Maximum cooling
You will receive maximally cooled
air as quickly as possible when the
outside temperature is above
32 7 /06 and while the engine is running.
The automatic clim ate control goes into recircu-
lated-air mode at the lowest temperature. Air
flows at maximum rate from the vents for the
upper body area. You should therefore open
them for maximum cooling.
Air distribution, manual
The flow of air is directed to the
windows, to the upper body area or
to the footwell as selected.
You can switch the automatic air
distribution back on by pressing the AUTO
button.

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Route guidanceNAVIGATION
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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
computer.
> The distance to the destination/intermedi-
ate destination and th e 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 symbol.
4. "Stop guidance"
Continuing route
guidance
If the destination was not reached during the
last trip, route guid ance 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
control currently in use.
> Route guidance with traffic information,
refer to page 141.
Changing route criteria
1."Navigation"
2. "Map"
3. "Route preference"
4. Selecting a criterion:
> "Fast route": time-optimized route
through a combination of the least possi-
ble distance and stre tches of road that
allow rapid driving.
> "Efficient route": optimized combi-
nation of the fastest and shortest
possible route.
> "Short route": shor t distance without
taking time into account.

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NAVIGATIONRoute guidance
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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: symb ol for active route
guidance, traffic inform ation status, arrival
time, and distance from destination.
Toolbar
The following functions ar e available directly in
the map view:
Changing map scale
"Interactive map"
> Moving map: move the MINI joystick in the
corresponding direction.
> Shifting map diagonally: move the
MINI joystick in the co rresponding direction
and turn the MINI joystick.
Changing scale
1. Select the symbol and press the MINI
joystick.
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 optimize d for displaying
traffic bulletins. Symbols for the special
destinations 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".
SymbolFunction
Starting/stopping route
guidance
Switching voice instruc-
tions on/off
Changing route criteria or
selecting route alternatives
Searching for special
destination
Displaying traffic bulletins
Interactive map
Adjusting map views
or arrow display
Changing scale

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