manual radio set MINI COUPE ROADSTER CONVERTIBLE 2014 Owners Manual

To save battery power when the engine is off,
switch off the ignition and any unnecessary
electronic systems/power consumers.
Radio ready state and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps in the displays
go out.
The ignition switches off automatically when
the driver's door is opened. Pressing the Start/
Stop button again switches the ignition back
on.
For example, the ignition is not switched off in
the following situations:▷Depress the clutch or brake pedal.▷The low beams are switched on
Starting the engine
General information Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas; otherwise, breathing of exhaust fumes
may lead to loss of consciousness and death.
The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas. ◀
Unattended vehicle
Do not leave the car unattended with the
engine running; otherwise, it presents a poten‐
tial source of danger.
Before leaving the car with the engine running,
shift to neutral or engage transmission posi‐
tion P and set the handbrake firmly; otherwise,
the vehicle may begin to roll. ◀
Frequent starting in quick succession
Avoid repeated futile attempts at starting
the car and avoid starting the car frequently in
quick succession. Otherwise, the fuel is not
burned or is inadequately burned, and there is
the danger of overheating and damaging the
catalytic converter. ◀
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary; start driving
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
Do not depress the accelerator when starting
the engine.
Starting the engine
Manual transmission
Remote control in the ignition lock or, with
Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to
page 28.
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Depress the clutch pedal.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a cer‐
tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine
starts.
Automatic transmission
Remote control in the ignition lock or, with
Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to
page 28.
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Move the selector lever to position P or N.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a cer‐
tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine
starts.
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Information in detail
Range
Displays the estimated cruising range available
with the remaining fuel.
It is calculated based on your driving style over
the last 18 miles/30 km.
Average fuel consumption This is calculated for the period during which
the engine is running.
To reset the average consumption: press the
button on the turn indicator lever for ap‐
prox. 2 seconds.
Current fuel consumption Displays the current fuel consumption. You can
check whether you are currently driving in an
efficient and environmentally-friendly manner.
Average speed Periods in which the vehicle was parked and
the engine was switched off manually are not
included in the average speed calculations.
To reset the average speed: press the button
on the turn indicator lever for approx. 2 sec‐
onds.
Radio MINI Boost CD: displays on the
radio
Some computer functions can also be shown
on the radio display, refer to page 127.
Always Open Timer Digital Always Open Timer
In the MINI Convertible and MINI Roadster, the
driving times with the convertible top open can
be digitally displayed in the tachometer. Press
the button on the turn indicator lever repeat‐
edly until the driving times are displayed.1Total driving time2Resetting3Current driving time
To reset the current driving time: press the but‐
ton on the turn indicator lever or button 2 for
approx. 2 seconds while the driving times are
displayed.
To reset the total driving time, contact the serv‐
ice center.
Analog Always Open Timer
The analog Always Open Timer indicates the
hours and minutes that were driven with the
convertible top open. A maximum of 6 hours
and 59 minutes can be displayed.
The total driving time is displayed digitally in
the tachometer.
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Radio MINI Boost CDVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it alsodescribes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
General information
At a glance
1Change the audio sources.2On/off, volume.▷Press: switch on/off.▷Turn: adjust the volume.3Show the tone settings.4Function buttons for selecting the menu
items shown directly above them on the
display.5Change the station or track.6Display.7Select the functions.▷Turn: highlight the menu item on the
display or set the value.▷Press: select the highlighted menu item
or store the settings.8Place/end calls.9Opens the main menu.10Manually select the frequency.Seite 124EntertainmentRadio MINI Boost CD124
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11CD slot.12Eject the CD.Representation in the Owner's Manual
"…" Identifies radio display texts used to select individual functions.
Menu navigation Radio and telephone functions can be opened
using buttons on the radio and menus.
Opening menu items
To display the menu items:▷ Press the button for the audio
sources menu.▷ Press the button for the main
menu.
Selecting menu items
There are two ways to select a menu item on
the display.
Using the right knob
▷To mark a menu item: turn the right knob,
arrow 2.▷To select a menu item: press the right knob,
arrow 1.
Using the function buttons
Press the left or right side of the function
button under the menu item.
If only one menu item is displayed above the
function button, press the middle of the button.
Symbols on the displaySymbolMeaning Function is selected. Function is activated. The function is deactivated. Leave the menu, one menu back. Display additional menu items. Scroll display. The list contains more
than two entries. Change to the higher level directory.
Setting values
For setting numerical values or values on a
scale:
1.Mark the desired menu item and press the
right knob.2.Turn the right knob to set the value.3.Press the right knob to store the value.
Switching on/off
Press the left knob. The radio selects the audio
source set last: radio, satellite radio, CD, exter‐
nal audio device, or USB audio interface.
Listening to the radio with the ignition
switched off
When the radio ready state or the ignition is
switched off, the radio functions are available for approx. 20 minutes. To listen to the radio,
switch it back on.
To spare the battery, ensure that the radio is
switched off when you leave the vehicle.
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▷"LANG": select the language of the dis‐
play texts.▷"CONSMP": change the unit of measure
for the average fuel consumption.▷"TEMP": change the unit of measure for
the external temperature.5.Highlight the desired menu item and press
the button.6.Create the desired setting.
Computer
The following vehicle information can be call up
via the computer:
▷Average fuel consumption▷Average speed▷Range
Displaying information
1.Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐
tion.2. Press the button.3."COMP"
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption is calculated for
the time during which the engine is running.
To start calculation of the average fuel con‐
sumption:
1."CONSMP"2."RESET"
The previous display is set to zero and the sys‐
tem begins recalculating the average fuel con‐
sumption.
Average speed
The average speed is calculated for the time
during which the engine is running.
To start calculation of the average speed:
1."SPEED"2."RESET"
Estimated range
"RANGE"
The display shows the estimated distance that
can be still be driven on the remaining fuel,
taking into consideration the driving style over
the last 18 miles/30 km.
Radio
Listening to the radio
The radio is designed for reception in the FM
and AM wavebands.
1.Switch on the radio, refer to page 125.2. Press this button if necessary.3."TUNER"4."FM" or"AM"
Press the corresponding button repeatedly
until the desired waveband is displayed.▷FM: FM1, FM2, FMA▷AM: AM, AMA
Selecting a station
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Next station
Press the button.
The next station with reception is selected.
Selecting the station manually by
frequency
1. Press the button.2.▷Press the respective function button to
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Automatically updating the stations
with the best reception, AUTOSTORE
In the FMA and AMA memory levels, stations
are automatically stored according to their re‐
ception strength. If the AUTOSTORE function is
not used, six stations can be manually stored in
each of the FMA and AMA memory levels.1."FM" or"AM"
Press the corresponding button until the
following is displayed:
"AUTOSTORE"
It may take several seconds for the stations to
be stored and for one of these stations to be
played back.
Briefly playing and selecting a station "SC"
All stations with reception are played briefly.
To interrupt the function and select a station:
"SC"
Storing and retrieving a station
Memory locations It is possible to store up to 30 stations.
▷FM1, FM2, AM: six stations each.▷FMA, AMA: the six stations with the best re‐
ception (automatically) or any six stations
(manually).
Storing a station
1."FM" or"AM"
Select the desired function repeatedly until
the desired waveband is displayed.2.Select the station.3."1" ... "6"
Press and hold the function button under
the desired memory location until the sta‐
tion is audible again after a brief interrup‐
tion.Retrieving a stored station1."FM" or"AM"
Select the desired function repeatedly until
the desired waveband is displayed.2."1" ... "6"
Press and hold the desired function button
or turn the right knob until the desired sta‐
tion is displayed.
Radio Data System, RDS
RDS broadcasts additional information, such as
the station name or text messages, in the FM
waveband. When playing a station with multi‐
ple frequencies, the system automatically
switches to the frequency with the best recep‐
tion, if needed.
Some stations broadcast the type of program
received, or PTY, via RDS. This information is
displayed briefly when the station is selected,
for instance NEWS.
PTY can also be used to display catastrophe
alerts, such as "ALARM".
The alert is issued on the loudspeakers.
Switching the RDS on/off
1."SET"2."RDS"
When the RDS is switched off, the PTY function
is switched off as well.
Switching the program type display
on/off
1."SET"2."PTY"
HD Radio™ reception
Many stations broadcast both analog and digi‐
tal signals. These stations can be received digi‐
tally and therefore with better sound quality. A
digital radio network must be available to be
able to receive digital stations.
License conditions
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5Opens the main menu.6On/off, volume control.
Menu navigationSelecting menu items
There are two ways to select a menu item on
the display.
Using the right knob
▷To mark a menu item: turn the right knob,
arrow 2.▷To select a menu item: press the right knob,
arrow 1.
Using the function buttons
Press the left or right side of the functionbutton under the menu item.
If only one menu item is displayed above the
function button, press the middle of the button.
Representation in the Owner's Manual
"…" Identifies radio display texts used to select
individual functions.
Symbols on the display
SymbolMeaning Function is selected. Leave the menu, one menu back.SymbolMeaning Display additional menu items. Scroll display. The list contains more
than two entries. Reception of the wireless network:
the display depends on the signal
strength. Using the hands-free system. Roaming is active.
Pairing/unpairing the
mobile phone
Requirements
▷The mobile phone is suitable, refer to
page 138.▷The mobile phone is ready for operation.▷Bluetooth is activated in the vehicle and on
the mobile phone.▷Bluetooth presettings may need to be
made on the mobile phone, e.g., for a con‐
nection without confirmation or visibility,
refer to the mobile phone operating in‐
structions.▷A number with at least four and a maxi‐
mum of 16 digits was defined as the Blue‐
tooth passkey. It is only required once for
pairing.▷The ignition is switched on.
Activating/deactivating Bluetooth
Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere. Comply
with all safety guidelines and regulations.
To activate the connection:
1.Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐
tion.2. Press the button.
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Pressure warning, tires 83
Profile depth, refer to Mini‐ mum tread depth 162
Profile, tires 161
R
Radio MINI Boost CD 124
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 20
Radio ready state 55
Radio ready state, switched off 56
Radio ready state, switched on 55
Radio setting, refer to Radio ready state 55
Rain sensor 59
Range 67
Rear fog lamp 77
Rear fog lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 179
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 179
Rear spoiler 91
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐ rors 48
Rear window de‐ froster 97, 100
Recirculated air mode 97, 99
Recommended tire brands 163
Releasing, refer to Unlock‐ ing 29
Remaining range for service, refer to Service require‐
ments 70
Remaining range, refer to Range 67
Remote control– Battery replacement 30– Comfort Access 28– Malfunctions 24, 30– Tailgate 24
Remote control, removing
from the ignition lock 55
Remote control, service
data 173
Replacement remote con‐ trol 20
Replacing wheels/tires 163
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 66
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 61
Restraining systems– Refer to Safety belts 46
Restraint systems for chil‐
dren 50
Retreaded tires 163
Reverse gear, manual trans‐ mission 62
Roadside Assistance 186
Roadside parking lamp, bulb replacement 178
Roadside parking lamps 75
RON gasoline quality 152
RON, refer to Fuel quality 152
RPM, refer to Engine data 210
Rubber seals, care 194
Run-flat tires 164
Run-flat tires
– Flat tire 84
Run-flat tires, tire inflation
pressure 154
Running lights, refer to Park‐ ing lamps/low beams 74
S Safe braking 114
Safety 6
Safety belts 46
Safety belts
– Damage 47
Safety belts, care 194
Safety belts, indicator/warning lamp 47
Safety belts, reminder 47
Safety systems
– Safety belts 46Safety systems, airbags 80
Saving fuel 119
Seat adjustment– Manual 44
Seat belts
– Refer to Safety belts 46
Seat heating 46
Seats
– Adjusting 44– Heating 46– Sitting safely 44
Selector lever, automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 62
Selector lever lock, overrid‐ ing 64
Selector lever lock, refer to Changing selector lever posi‐
tions, Shiftlock 62
Selector lever positions, auto‐ matic transmission with
Steptronic 62
Service and warranty 7
Service data in the remote control 173
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 173
Service interval display, refer to Service requirements 70
Service requirements 70
Service requirements, CBS Condition Based Service 173
Settings
– Clock, 12h/24h format 69
Settings and information 68
Settings, configuring, refer to Personal Profile 21
Shifting
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 63
Shifting, manual transmis‐
sion 61
Shift lever
– Automatic transmission with
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