key MINI Hardtop 2 Door 2004 Owner's Manual

CONTENTS

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© 2003 Bayerische Motoren Werke
Aktiengesellschaft
Munich, Germany
Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the
written consent of BMW AG, Munich.
Order No. 01 41 0 157 644
US English VIII/03
Printed in Germany
Printed on environmentally friendly paper,
bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.
NOTES
About this Owner's Manual6
Symbols used6
Your individual vehicle6
Editorial notice7
For your own safety7
Symbol on vehicle parts8
Service and warranty8
Reporting safety defects9
OVERVIEW
Cockpit12
Display elements13
Display elements with navigation
system14
Indicator and warning lamps15
Multifunction steering wheels18
CONTROLS
Opening and closing:
Keys22
Central locking system23
Opening and closing: from outside23
Opening and closing: from inside26
Tailgate27
Electric power windows28
Glass sunroof, electric29
Roller sun blind30
Adjustments:
Safe seating position31
Seat adjustment32
Head restraints33
Entry to the rear34
Safety belts35
Seat heating35
Steering wheel36
Mirrors36
Vehicle Memory37
Transporting children safely38

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KEYSThe key set of your MINI consists of three
keys.
1Two master keys with remote control
If the battery is discharged, please
consult your MINI Dealer. For
changing the battery, refer to the next
section.<
2Spare key
For keeping in a safe place, e.g. in your
wallet. This key is not intended for con-
stant use
Changing batteryReplace if it is no longer possible to unlock
the vehicle via the remote control.
Only use a battery of the type speci-
fied on the battery, CR 2032, and
make absolutely sure that it is fitted in the
correct position.<
1. Apply a screwdriver at the recess
2. Use the screwdriver to lever out the
cover.
Return used batteries to a recycling
point or your MINI Dealer.<
Initializing the master key with remote
controlWhen you activate a master key with
remote control – for example a replace-
ment or additional key, or after a battery
change – it must be initialized.
This initialization can be performed in two
ways:
Press button or button , refer to
page 24, four times in succession
or
if the vehicle is unlocked:
1. Switch the ignition on briefly, position 2,
and then off
2. Within 10 seconds, press button
and button , refer to page 24, in suc-
cession.
In the event of a system malfunction,
please contact your MINI Dealer. You
can also obtain replacement keys and bat-
teries there.<

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CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDEThe conceptThe central locking system is ready for
operation whenever the driver's door is
closed. The doors, the tailgate and the fuel
filler door are unlocked or locked.
The central locking system secures your
MINI:
>When operated from the outside via the
remote control as well as via the door
lock
>When operated from the inside via a
switch.
If operated from outside, the anti-theft sys-
tem is activated at the same time. This pre-
vents the doors from being unlocked via
safety lock buttons or door handles.
In the event of an accident, the central lock-
ing system unlocks automatically. The haz-
ard warning system and interior lamps are
also switched on.
Via remote controlThe remote control gives you an exception-
ally convenient method for unlocking and
locking your vehicle. It also offers addi-
tional functions:
>To open the power windows and the
glass sunroof, refer to page 24.
Locking/unlocking the vehicle automati-
cally activates/deactivates the anti-theft
system and switches the interior lamps off/
on.
If the vehicle has been properly locked
using the remote control, the hazard warn-
ing system flashes once.
When the vehicle is unlocked, the hazard
warning system does not react.
Children might be able to lock the
doors from the inside. Always take
the vehicle keys with you so that the vehi-
cle can be opened again from the outside at
any time.<
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply
with part 15 of the FCC, Federal Communi-
cations Commission, regulations. Opera-
tion is governed by the following:
FCC ID: LX8765S
LX8765E
LX8CAS
Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions:
>This device may not cause harmful inter-
ference, and
>this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications or
changes to these devices could void
the user's authority to operate this equip-
ment.<

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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDE1Unlocking and convenience opening
2Locking and securing
If the remote control does not react,
the battery is discharged.
In the event of a system malfunction,
please contact your MINI Dealer. You can
also obtain replacement keys and batteries
there.
Battery changing, refer to page 22.<
Unlocking1. Press button once to unlock the
driver's door only.
The interior lamps are switched on and
the hazard warning flashers flash twice
*
2. Press button a second time to
unlock the other door as well as the tail-
gate and the fuel filler door.
You can have this function activated/
deactivated by your MINI Dealer.<
If none of the vehicle doors are
opened within 2 minutes, the central
locking system locks the vehicle automati-
cally. The anti-theft system is not activated.
To deadlock the vehicle, refer to the next
column.<
You can have the vehicle's automatic
locking feature activated/deacti-
vated.<
Convenience opening modePress and hold button .
The power windows and glass sunroof are
opened.
You can have the opening of the win-
dows and glass sunroof with the
remote control activated/deactivated.<
Convenience closing is not possible
by means of the remote control. The hazard warning system flashes once.

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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM OUTSIDEMalfunctionsExternal systems or devices may cause local
interference in the functions of the remote
control.
In this case, unlock the vehicle via the door
lock.
Via the door lock1. One turn of the key in the driver's
door lock unlocks the driver's door only
2. Turning the key a second time unlocks
the other door, the tailgate and the fuel
filler door.
You can have this function activated/
deactivated by your MINI Dealer.<
If the vehicle has been properly locked, the
hazard warning system flashes once.
When the vehicle is unlocked, the hazard
warning system flashes twice
*.
Manual operationIn the event of electrical malfunction:
The driver's door can be locked or unlocked
by turning the key in the door lock all the
way to the left or right.Convenience closing via the door lockYou can also close the power windows and
the glass sunroof via the door lock.
With the door closed, hold the key in the
locking position.
You can have the closing of the win-
dows and glass sunroof via the door
lock activated/deactivated.<

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OPENING AND CLOSING: FROM INSIDEWith this switch, you operate the central
locking system when the doors are closed.
The doors and tailgate are unlocked or
locked only. The anti-theft system is not
activated.
If the remote control has been used
to unlock only the driver's door, refer
to page 24, and you touch the switch when
the driver's door is open, the other door, the
tailgate, and the fuel filler door are
unlocked.
If the driver's door is closed, touching the
switch locks it.<
To lockBriefly press the switch downward
or
push down the safety lock buttons on the
doors.
After you have driven off, the central
locking system automatically locks
your MINI once a certain speed has been
reached.<
You can have this function activated/
deactivated by your MINI Dealer.<
Do not lock the safety lock buttons
while driving, since these doors will
not unlock automatically in the event of an
accident. Children might be able to lock the
doors from the inside. Always take the
vehicle's keys with you so that you can
open the vehicle again from the outside at
any time.<
To unlock and open the doors1. Briefly press the switch upward
2. Pull the door handle above the armrest
or
pull the door handle for each door twice:
to unlock first and then open.

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ELECTRIC POWER WINDOWSTo open and close windows From ignition key position 1:
To open:
Press the switch downwards.
The window opens until you release the
switch
or
briefly press the switch downwards.
The window opens automatically.
Pressing the switch again stops the opera-
tion.
To close:
Press the switch upwards.
The window closes until you release the
switch
or
with the engine running:
Briefly press the switch upwards.
The window closes automatically.
Pressing the switch again stops the opera-
tion.
The window on the front passenger's
side cannot be closed automati-
cally.<
Watch during the closing process to
be sure that no one is injured.<
After the ignition has been switched off:
You can continue using the electric power
windows for a limited period as long as no
one opens any of the doors.
If a door is opened during operation, the
opening/closing process stops immedi-
ately.
When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the ignition key from the lock
and remember to close the doors, e.g. to
prevent children from operating the power
windows and injuring themselves.<
Convenience operationFor convenience operation using the
remote control refer to page 24, for opera-
tion via the door lock refer to page 25.To initialize power windows
If the battery is disconnected, e.g. for
changing batteries or vehicle storage,
re-initialize the power windows. Other-
wise the windows will not be lowered
when the door is opened.<
1. Close the doors
2. Close both windows
3. Hold both switches of the power win-
dows up for approx. one second.
In the event of a system malfunction,
please contact your MINI Dealer.<

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GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC
*
To prevent injuries, exercise care
when closing the glass sunroof and
keep it in your field of vision until it is shut.
Make sure that the closing path of the sun-
roof is clear.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove
the ignition key from the lock and remem-
ber to close the doors, e.g. to prevent chil-
dren from operating the sunroof and injur-
ing themselves.
Be sure that adequate clearance is main-
tained for the opening path of the glass
sunroof; otherwise damage can occur.<
Convenience operationFor convenience operation using the
remote control refer to page 24, for opera-
tion via the door lock refer to page 25.
To raiseFrom ignition key position 1:
Press the switch
or
push the switch backwards to the resis-
tance point.To open and closeFrom ignition key position 1:
1. Push the switch in the desired direction
until you feel resistance, and hold in this
position
2. Release the switch when the desired
sunroof position has been reached.
Do not use force to close the glass
sunroof in its raised position, as dam-
age to the mechanism could result.<
After the ignition has been switched off:
You can continue using the electric power
windows for a limited period as long as no
one opens any of the doors.
If a door is opened during operation, the
opening/closing process stops immedi-
ately.
Automatic opening and closing From ignition key position 2:
To open:
Push the switch back past the point of
resistance:
The sunroof opens completely.
To close:
1. Press the switch past the pressure point:
The sunroof closes to the raised position
2. Press the switch again and keep it
depressed:
The sunroof closes completely.
Touching the switch briefly during opening
and closing stops the movement immedi-
ately.

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GLASS SUNROOF, ELECTRIC
*
ROLLER SUN BLIND
*
Pinch protection
If, while closing, the glass sunroof encoun-
ters resistance within roughly the last 8 in /
20 cm, the closing procedure is interrupted
and the roof reopens.
Despite the pinch protection, be
extremely careful that the travel path
of the sunroof is not obstructed whenever
it is closed. Otherwise, it is not guaranteed
that the closing procedure will be inter-
rupted, for instance if the obstructions
offer very little resistance.
You can disable the pinch protection by
pressing the switch past the pressure point
and holding it.<
When closing the sunroof from the
raised position, ensure that the travel
path of the sunroof is not obstructed since
the pinch protection is not active in this
position.<
Manual opening and closing In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can also open and close the glass sun-
roof manually:
1. Push the clock towards the interior and
remove
2. Use an Allen key to turn the glass sun-
roof in the direction required.
1Opening1. Press the button in the handle, arrow 1
The cap is unlocked
2. Guide the roller sun blind towards the
back.2Closing1. Use the handle to pull the roller sun
blind forwards
2. Engage the handle in the device,
arrow 2.

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SAFETY BELTS SEAT HEATING
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To close
Make sure you hear the lock engage in the
belt buckle.
Fasten safety belts: the warning
lamp lights up until after the safety
belt is fastened. An acoustic signal
sounds for several seconds.To release1. Press the red button in the belt buckle
2. Hold the belt
3. Guide the belt back into its reel.
Safety belt height adjustmentUse the height adjustment mechanism to
adapt the safety belt to the ideal position
for your own body:
Press the button and at the same time push
the entire unit upwards or downwards.
Also observe the instructions on adjusting
the seats on page 31.Damaged safety belts
If the safety belts are damaged or
stretched in an accident: have the
safety belt system replaced by your MINI
Dealer and the belt anchors checked, other-
wise the safety function can no longer be
guaranteed. If a child-restraint system was
in the vehicle during an accident, consult
the manufacturer's instructions regarding
replacement.<
The seat cushion and backrest can be
heated with the ignition key in position 2.
Select the temperature setting:
Press each button briefly.
Direct deactivation from the second tem-
perature setting:
Press the button for a longer period.