turn signal MINI Hardtop 2 Door 2015 User Guide
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▷Maximum distance to row of parked vehi‐
cles: 5 ft/1.5 m.
Suitable parking space
▷Gaps behind an object that has a min.
length of 5 ft/1.5 m.▷Gap between two objects with a minimum
length of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.▷Min. length of gap between two objects:
your vehicle's length plus approx.
3.3 ft/1.0 m.▷Minimum depth: approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.
Regarding the parking procedure
▷Doors and tailgate closed.▷Parking brake released.▷When parking in parking spaces on the
driver's side, the corresponding turn signal
must be set.
At a glance
Button in the vehicle
Parking assistant
Ultrasound sensors
The ultrasound sensors for measuring parking
spaces are located on the wheel housing.
To ensure full functionality:
▷Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.▷When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.▷Do not put stickers over sensors.
Switching on/off
Switching on with the button Press button.
The LED lights up.
The current status of the parking space search
is indicated on the radio.
Parking assistant is activated automatically.
Switching on with reverse gear
Shift into reverse.
As soon as a suitable parking space is recog‐ nized by the system, the following query is dis‐
played on the radio display: "Start vehicle
parking?"
"OK": activate parking assistant.
"Cancel": cancel parking assistant.
Switch off The system can be deactivated as follows:
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button on the interior rearview mirror has
been programmed. The system can then be
controlled by the button on the interior
rearview mirror.
If the LED does not flash faster after at least
60 seconds, change the distance and re‐
peat the step. Several more attempts at dif‐
ferent distances may be necessary. Wait at
least 15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the hand-
held transmitter button for 2 seconds.
Controls
Before operation
Before operating a system using the uni‐
versal garage door opener, ensure that there
are no people, animals, or objects within the
range of movement of the remote-controlled
system; otherwise, there is a risk of injury or
damage.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter. ◀
The system, such as the garage door, can be
operated using the button on the interior rear‐
view mirror while the engine is running or
when the ignition is started. To do this, hold
down the button within receiving range of the
system until the function is activated. The inte‐
rior rearview mirror LED stays lit while the wire‐
less signal is being transmitted.
Deleting stored functions
Press and hold the left and right button on the
interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐
proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes
rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The
functions cannot be deleted individually.
Digital compass
Overview1Control button2Mirror display
Mirror displayThe point of the compass is displayed in the
mirror when driving straight.
Operating concept Various functions can be called up by pressing
the control button with a pointed object, such
as the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object.
The following setting options are displayed in
succession, depending on how long the control
button is pressed:
▷Pressed briefly: turns display on/off.▷3 to 6 seconds: compass zone setting.▷6 to 9 seconds: compass calibration.▷9 to 12 seconds: left/right-hand steering
setting.▷12 to 15 seconds: language setting.
Setting the compass zones
Sets the particular compass zones on the vehi‐
cle so that the compass operates correctly; re‐
fer to World map with compass zones.
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Securing
Follow the installation instructions of the roof
rack.
Loading Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of
gravity when loaded, they have a major effect
on vehicle handling and steering response.
Therefore, note the following when loading and
driving:▷Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
loads and the approved gross vehicle
weight.▷Distribute the roof load uniformly.▷The roof load should not extend past the
loading area.▷Always place the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.▷Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., tie with
ratchet straps.▷Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the tailgate.▷Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler‐
ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners
gently.
Rear luggage rack
General information Installation only possible with rear luggage rack
preparation.
Rear racks are available as special accessories.
Note Follow the installation instructions of the rear
luggage rack.
Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceleration
and braking maneuvers. Take corners gently.
SecuringCOOPER/COOPER D/ONE/ONE DCOOPER S/COOPER SD
The anchorage points, arrow 1, and the socket,
arrow 2, are located below the covers in the
bumper.
Remove the covers before installing the rear
luggage rack.
Power consumption Function of tail lights
Before driving off, check that the tail
lights of the rear luggage rack are functioning
properly; otherwise, there is a risk of endanger‐
ing other traffic. ◀
The rear luggage rack lights must not consume
more than:
▷Turn signals: 42 watts per side.▷Rear lights: 50 watts per side.▷Brake lights: 84 watts in total.▷Rear fog lights: 42 watts in total.Seite 139LoadingDRIVING TIPS139
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Selecting a station1. "Radio"2."FM" or "AM"3.Select a station.
Selecting a station manually
1. "Radio"2."FM" or "AM"3."Manual search ( )"4.Turn the right-hand knob until the desired
frequency is displayed.
Changing the station
About the radio:
Press button.
Via the buttons on the steering wheel: Press button.
The next station with reception or stored sta‐
tion is played. If traffic bulletins are activated,
the next traffic information station is played.
About the radio:
Press and hold this button.
Via the buttons on the steering wheel: Press and hold this button.
The waveband is traversed. After the button is
released, the next station with reception is
played.
Storing a station
1. "Radio"2."FM" or "AM"3.Select a station.4.Press the right button.5.Select the memory location.
The stations can also be stored on the Favorites
buttons, refer to page 152.
Renaming a station When storing a station with RDS signal, the RDS
information transferred during storing is ac‐
cepted as the station name. This name can be
changed.
1.Select the station that is to be renamed.2. Press button.3."Rename to:"
If necessary, wait until the desired name
appears.4.Press the right-hand knob to store this
name.
Displaying additional information
If a radio station broadcasts radio text or radio
text plus, this information can be displayed,
e.g., the track or the performer of the music.
Availability, content and sequence are set by
the radio station.
1. "Radio"2."FM" or "AM"3. Press button.4."Station info"
RDS Radio Data System
The concept
RDS broadcasts additional information, such as
the station name, in the FM wave band.
When playing a station with multiple frequen‐
cies, the system automatically switches to the
frequency with the best reception, if needed.
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The mobile phone could not be paired or con‐
nected.▷Is Bluetooth activated in the vehicle and on
the mobile phone? Activate Bluetooth.▷Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile
phone and the vehicle match? Enter the
same passkey on the mobile phone and on
the radio.▷Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter
the passkey? Repeat the pairing procedure.▷Do the control numbers on the mobile
phone and vehicle match? Repeat the pair‐
ing procedure.▷Are too many Bluetooth devices connected
to the mobile phone? Delete connections to
other devices.▷Is the mobile phone in power-save mode or
does it have only a limited remaining bat‐
tery life? Charge the mobile phone.
The mobile phone no longer reacts?
▷Switch the mobile phone off and on again.▷Ambient temperature too high or too low?
Do not subject the mobile phone to ex‐
treme ambient temperatures.
No or not all phone book entries are displayed,
or they are incomplete.
▷Transmission of the entries is not yet com‐
plete.▷It is possible that only the phone book en‐
tries from the mobile phone or from the
SIM card are transmitted.▷It may not be possible to display phone
book entries with special characters.▷The number of phone book entries being
stored is too high.
The phone connection quality is poor.
▷It may be possible to adjust the strength of
the Bluetooth signal on the mobile phone.▷Adjust the volume of the microphone and
loudspeakers separately.If all points in this list have been checked and
the required function is still not available, con‐
tact the hotline or the service center.
Controls
Adjusting the volume During an active call, turn the left knob on the
radio until the desired volume is selected.
Automatic volume control
The automatic volume control can only be ad‐
justed during an active conversation.1. "Settings"2."Tone"3."Volume settings"4.Select the desired setting: "Microphone" or
"Loudspeak."5.Adjusting: press and turn right button.6.Storing: press right button.
Incoming call
Receiving calls If the number of the caller is stored in the
phone book and is transmitted by the network,
the name of the contact is displayed. Other‐
wise, only the phone number or "Unknown
caller"is displayed.
Accepting a call
About the radio
"Accept"
Via the button on the steering wheel
Press button.
Via the instrument cluster
"Accept"
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Front lights, bulb replacement
Overview
Halogen headlights1Low beams/high beams2Turn signal
LED headlights
1Daytime running lights2Low beams/high beams3Turn signalBug light1Parking lights2Daytime running lights3Fog lights
LED bug light
1Parking lights2Fog lights
LED low beams/LED high beams Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 200.
The lights feature LED technology. Contact your
service center in the event of a malfunction.
halogen low beams/halogen high
beams
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 200.
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Bulbs: H41.Open the hood, refer to page 191.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow, and
remove.3.Pull off the connector.4.Unclip spring clip, arrow, and fold down.5.Remove the bulb from the headlight hous‐
ing.6.Insert the new bulb and install the cover in
the reverse order.
Turn signal
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 200.
Bulbs: PW24W
With white turn signal lights: PWY24W1.Turn the steering wheel.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow 1, and
remove.3.Unscrew the inner lid counterclockwise,
and remove it.4.Pull bulb holder out of the bulb housing; if
needed, loosen it with small tilting move‐
ments if possible.5.Pull the bulb out of the fixture.6.Insert the new bulb and install the cover in
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Vehicle with two rear fog lights1Side tail lights2Rear fog lights3License plate lamp4Third brake lamp
Side tail lights
1Brake lights/tail lights2Turn signal3Reversing lights
Side LED tail lights
1Tail lights2Turn signal3Brake light4Reversing lights
Side tail lights
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 200.
Bulbs: P21W
1.Open the tailgate, refer to page 27.2.Remove left or right cover.3.Through the opening, loosen the plug con‐
nector, arrow 2 on the bulb holder.
Press the latches together, arrows 1, and
remove the bulb holder.4.Remove the bulb holder from the opening.5.Press the defective bulb gently into the
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The wire is long enough to guide the socket
down and through between any heat shield
that may be installed and the bumper.4.Replace defective bulb.5.To install the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Right fog lamp:
1.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.
The wire is long enough to guide the socket
down and through between any heat shield
that may be installed and the bumper.2.Replace defective bulb.3.To install the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Side turn signal, bulb replacement
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 200.
Bulbs:
▷With orange lens: W5W▷With white lens: WY5W diadem1.Pull the turn signal housing at the top out
of the catch, then unhook it at the bottom.2.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.3.Replace the bulb.4.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and install the turn signal hous‐
ing.
First hook the turn signal housing to the
bottom, then at the top press it into the
latch.
Changing wheels
Hints
When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire
does not need to be changed immediately in
the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
Which is why no spare tire is available.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
accessories from your service center.
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3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if needed.
Tow-starting and towing
Note Tow-starting and towing
For towing the vehicle turn, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents. ◀
Switching off Intelligent Safety systems, refer to
page 86.
Steptronic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note Your vehicle must not be towed if the front
wheels are touching the ground. Therefore,
contact a service center in the event of a break‐
down.
Tow the vehicle only with the front axle
raised
Have the vehicle towed only with the front axle raised or transported on a loading platform;
otherwise, damage may occur. ◀
Tow truck
Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result. ◀
Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.
Manual transmission
Observe before towing your vehicle
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing When the parking brake is blocked
The parking brake cannot be released
manually.
Do not tow the vehicle with the parking brake
blocked, or the vehicle can be damaged.
Contact your service center. ◀
Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
vehicle damage or accidents may occur. ◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn
signals, and wipers may be unavailable.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
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