bluetooth MINI Hardtop 2 Door 2015 Owner's Manual

Addendum
9.At page 162, under “Bluetooth Hands-Free
System,” the heading that reads “Approved
mobile phones” should read “Recommen-
ded mobile phones.”
10. At page 176, under the heading “Pressure
specifications,” the sentence beginning,
“Pressure specifications apply to approved
tire sizes …” should be disregarded.
11. At page 183, under the heading: “Moun-
ting,” the paragraph beginning, “Have
mounting and balancing …” should be dis-
regarded and the following text should be
read in lieu thereof: “MINI recommends that
you have mounting and balancing perfor-
med by your service center or a tire moun-
ting specialist.”
12. At page 183, under the heading: “Approved
wheels and tires,” the term “Approved”
should be disregarded and in lieu thereof,
the term “Recommended” should be read in
its place. In addition, the text of that section
should be disregarded and the following
text should be read in lieu thereof:
The manufacturer of your vehicle strongly
suggests that you use wheels and tires that
have been recommended by the vehicle
manufacturer for your vehicle type; other-
wise, for example, despite having the same
official size ratings, variations can lead to
body contact and with it, the risk of severe
accidents.
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not
evaluate non-recommended wheels and ti-
res to determine if they are suitable for use
on your vehicle.
13. At page 188, under the heading: “Snow
Chains,” the paragraph beginning, “Only
certain fine-link snow chains …” should be
disregarded and the following text should
be read in lieu thereof:
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains
have been tested by the manufacturer of
your vehicle and are determined by the ma-
nufacturer of your vehicle to be road safe
and are recommended by the manufacturer
of your vehicle.
Information about recommended snow
chains is available from a service center.
14. At page 190, under the heading “Hood,” the
sentence beginning, “If you are unfamiliar”
should be disregarded.
15. At page 194, under the heading: “Engine oil
change,” the text should be disregarded and
in lieu thereof should be read as follows:
MINI recommends that you have the oil
changed at your MINI dealer's service center
or at another service center that has trained
personnel that can perform the work in ac-
cordance with MINI specifications.
16. At page 197, under the heading: “Service
and Warranty Information Booklet for US
Models and Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian Models,” the second
paragraph should be disregarded and the
following text read in lieu thereof:
The manufacturer of your vehicle recom-
mends that you have maintenance and re-
pair performed by your MINI dealer's service
center or another service center or repair
shop that employs trained personnel that
can perform maintenance and repair work
on your vehicle in accordance with MINI
specifications. The manufacturer of your ve-
hicle recommends that you maintain re-
cords of all maintenance and repair work
performed on your vehicle.
17. At page 209, under the “Battery replace-
ment” section, the text should be disregar-
ded and in lieu thereof the following text
should be read:
Use of recommended vehicle batteries
The manufacturer of your vehicle recom-
mends that you use vehicle batteries that it
has tested and recommends for use in your
vehicle; otherwise the vehicle could be da-
maged and systems or functions may not be
fully available.
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ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic‐
ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page 238.6Notes
AT A GLANCE
14Cockpit18Radio
CONTROLS
22Opening and closing35Adjusting43Transporting children safely47Driving59Displays73Lights78Safety94Driving stability control systems98Driving comfort112Climate control119Interior equipment121Digital compass127Storage compartments
DRIVING TIPS
134Things to remember when driving137Loading141Saving fuel
ENTERTAINMENT
148Tone149Radio154Multimedia
COMMUNICATION
162Bluetooth hands-free systemMOBILITY172Refueling174Fuel176Wheels and tires190Engine compartment192Engine oil195Coolant197Maintenance199Replacing components211Breakdown assistance216Care
REFERENCE
222Technical data227Appendix231License Texts and Certifications238Everything from A to Z
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Adjusting the volume1. "Media"2."AUX"3."Volume"4.Set the desired volume.
USB audio interface
At a glance
It is possible to connect external devices. Set
via radio. Sound is played back on the vehicle
loudspeakers.
Connectors for external devices
Connection via USB audio interface: Apple iPod/
iPhone, USB devices, e.g., MP3 players, USB
flash drives, or mobile phones that are sup‐
ported by the USB audio interface.
Due to the large number of audio devices avail‐
able on the market, it cannot be guaranteed
that every device/mobile phone is operable on
the vehicle.
Depending on the configuration of the audio
files, for example bit rates greater than
256 kbit/s or the number of different compres‐
sion technologies, the files may not play back
correctly in each case.
Information about suitable USB devices can be
found at www.miniusa.com/bluetooth.
Audio files
Standard audio files and playlists can be played
back.
File systems
Popular file systems for USB devices are sup‐
ported. FAT32 and exFAT are the recom‐
mended formats.
USB device connection
The USB port is located at the front of the cen‐
ter console.
Use a flexible adapter cable for connecting to
help protect the USB audio port and the USB
device from mechanical damage. The adapter
cable supplied with the USB device would be
ideal.
After the first connection
Information about the tracks and directories
stored on the USB device is transferred into the
vehicle. This may take some time, depending
on the USB device, the number of tracks and
the folder structure.
Number of tracks
Information for a maximum of 9999 tracks and
directories can be stored in the vehicle.
Copy protection
Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐
agement, DRM, cannot be played.
Playback
1. "Media"2."USB device"
Playback is started.
Track search
Music tracks can be searched in three ways.
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Bluetooth hands-free systemVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
The concept Mobile phones can be connected to the vehicle
via Bluetooth. After the mobile phones are
paired once, they are recognized automatically
when the ignition is switched on. As soon as
they are inside the vehicle they can be oper‐
ated via the radio and via the buttons on the
steering wheel.
Hints Using the mobile phone while driving
Make entries only when traffic and road
conditions allow. Do not hold the mobile phone
in your hand while you are driving; use the
hands-free system instead. If you do not ob‐
serve this precaution, you can endanger the ve‐
hicle's occupants and other traffic. ◀
Certain functions may need to be enabled by the mobile phone provider or service provider.
At high temperatures, the charge functions of
the mobile phone can be limited under certain
circumstances, and some functions are no lon‐
ger executed.Do not operate a mobile phone that is con‐
nected to the vehicle on the mobile phone key‐
pad, as this may lead to a malfunction.
When the mobile phone is used via the vehicle,
refer to the operating manual of the mobile
phone.
Approved mobile phones Accurate information about which mobile
phones are supported with a Bluetooth inter‐
face is available at www.mini.com/connectivity.
These approved mobile phones, with a certain
software version, support the vehicle functions
described below.
Malfunctions may occur with other mobile
phones or software versions.
Displaying the vehicle identification
number and software part number
The vehicle identification number and software
part number are needed to determine which
mobile phones are supported by the mobile
phone installation package. The software ver‐
sion of the mobile phone may also be required.1. "Telephone"2. Press button.3."Bluetooth® info"4."System information"
Pairing/unpairing the
mobile phone
Requirements
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▷The ignition is switched on.▷Bluetooth connection on the vehicle and on
the mobile phone activated.▷Bluetooth presets may need to be made on
the mobile phone, e.g., for a connection
without confirmation or visibility, refer to
the mobile phone operating instructions.▷Set Bluetooth passkey for one-time use in
the logon procedure.▷Vehicle is stationary.
Bluetooth activation/deactivation
1. "Telephone"2. Press button.3."Bluetooth®"
Pairing and connecting
Pairing the mobile phone
To avoid becoming distracted and posing
an unnecessary hazard both to your own vehi‐
cle's occupants and to other traffic, only pair
the mobile phone while the vehicle is station‐
ary. ◀
1. "Telephone"2.A mobile phone has not yet been paired:
"OK"
A mobile phone has been paired:
"Bluetooth®"3.A mobile phone has not yet been paired:
the Bluetooth name of the vehicle is shown
on the display.
A mobile phone has not yet been paired:
"Add new phone". The Bluetooth name of
the vehicle is shown on the display.4.To perform additional steps on the mobile
phone, refer to the mobile phone operating
instructions.The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the mobile phone display. Select this.5.Enter the same passkey on the mobile
phone and on the display
Or
Compare the control number on the display
with the control number in the display of
the mobile phone and confirm.
Four mobile phones can be logged in on the
vehicle, and one mobile phone can be con‐
nected to the vehicle.
Following the initial pairing Mobile phone is connected to the vehicle after
a brief time.
The phone book entries stored on the SIM card
or in the mobile phone are transferred to the
vehicle.
Specific settings may be necessary in some mo‐
bile phones, e.g., authorization or a secure con‐
nection; refer to the mobile phone operating
instructions.
Connecting a particular mobile phone
1. "Telephone"2."Bluetooth®"3.Select the mobile phone that is to be con‐
nected.
Unpairing the mobile phone
1. "Telephone"2."Bluetooth®"3.Highlight any mobile phone that is to be re‐
moved.4. Press button.5."Remove device" or "Remove all devices"
What to do if...
Information on suitable mobile phones, refer to
page 162.
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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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Rejecting a call
About the radio
"Reject"
Via the instrument cluster
"Reject"
Ending a call About the radio
"End call ( )"
Via the button on the steering wheel
Press button.
Via the instrument cluster
"End call"
Dialing a number
1. "Telephone"2."Dial number"3.Enter numbers using the right rotary knob.4. Select the symbol.
Calls with multiple parties
Accepting a second call
If a second call is received during an ongoing
call, a call waiting signal sounds.
"Accept"
The second call is accepted and the current call
is put on hold.
Establishing a second call Establish an additional call during an active call.
Dial the new phone number or select it from a
list.
▷"Phone book"▷"Outgoing calls"▷"Received calls"The first call is put on hold.
Switching between two calls, hold call You can switch between two calls.
Select line with symbol in order to switch
between the conversations.
Active conversation.
Call on hold.
Establishing/ending a conference call
Two calls can be connected to a single tele‐
phone conference call.
1.Establish two calls.2. "Conference call"
When terminating the conference call, both
calls are ended. If one call is terminated by an‐
other party, the other call is continued if
needed.
Muting the microphone When a call is active, the microphone can be
muted.
"Mute microphone"
The muted microphone is automatically muted:
▷When a new connection is established.▷If using call-switching to switch between
call parties.
DTMF suffix dialing
DTMF suffix dialing can be used for gaining ac‐
cess to network services or for controlling devi‐
ces, e.g., to make a remote inquiry of an an‐
swering machine. The DTMF code is needed for
this purpose. The DTMF code is only available
during an active call.
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Favorites
Up to 12 phone numbers can be stored in the
Favorites. Only the occupied places of the Fa‐
vorites list are displayed.
Storing Favorites1. "Telephone"2."Favorites"3. "Add favorite"4.Select the list from which the entry is to be
added:▷"Phone book"▷"Outgoing calls"▷"Received calls"5.Select entry from list and desired phone
number.6.Insert and select the cursor at the desired
place in the Favorites.
Move favorite
1.Highlight the desired favorite.2. Press button and "Move favorite".
Or
Press the right button, and select the phone
number.3.Insert and select the cursor at the desired
place in the Favorites.
Remove from Favorites
1.Highlight the desired favorite.2. Press button.3."Remove from favorites"
Deleting Favorites
1. Press button.2."Delete favorites"3."OK"Phone book
General information
The telephone accesses the contacts stored in
the mobile phone. All contacts for which a tele‐
phone number is entered are displayed. Maxi‐
mally 4 phone numbers per contact can be dis‐
played.
Displaying
Phone book entries are automatically transmit‐
ted from the mobile phone to the vehicle, de‐
pending on the mobile phone. Fig. 4 Entries in
the phone book: "Keyword search"1. "Telephone"2."Phone book"
The symbols show how the entries are stored
on the mobile phone.
SymbolMeaning Mobile phone number. Home phone number. Business phone number.
Selecting the sorting order of the
names
The phone book entries can be displayed in dif‐
ferent sequences. Depending on how the con‐
tacts are stored in the mobile phone, the sort‐
ing order of the names may differ from the
selected sorting order.
1. Press button.2."Display:""Last/First name" or "First/Last
name"3."First name Last name" or "Last name, First
name"
Calling
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Add phone numbers to Favorites1.Mark the entry from the list.2. Press button and "Add to
favorites".
Or
Press the right button, and select the phone
number.3.Select the desired phone number as
needed.4.Insert and select the cursor at the desired
place in the Favorites.
Redialing
The list of the last 20 numbers of the mobile
phone selected are displayed.
1. "Telephone"2."Redial"
Add phone numbers to Favorites
1.Mark the entry from the list.2. Press button and "Add to
favorites".
Or
Press the right button, and select the phone
number.3.Select the desired phone number as
needed.4.Insert and select the cursor at the desired
place in the Favorites.
Dialing the number via the instrument
cluster
This is possible when there is no active call.
1. Press button on the steering wheel.
The last numbers selected are displayed in
the instrument cluster.2.If necessary, select another number.3. Press the key again to establish the
connection.
Received calls
The list of the 20 last received or missed calls of
the cell phone are displayed.
1. "Telephone"2."Received calls"
Add phone numbers to Favorites
1.Mark the entry from the list.2. Press button and "Add to
favorites".
Or
Press the right button, and select the phone
number.3.Select the desired phone number as
needed.4.Insert and select the cursor at the desired
place in the Favorites.
Hands-free system
General information
Calls that are being made on the hands-free
system can be continued on the mobile phone
and vice versa.
From the mobile phone to the hands-
free system
Calls that were begun outside of the Bluetooth
range of the vehicle can be continued on the
hands-free system with the ignition switched
on.
Depending on the mobile phone, the system
automatically switches to the hands-free sys‐
tem.
If the system does not switch over automati‐
cally, follow the instructions on the mobile
phone display; refer also to the mobile phone
operating instructions.
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From the hands-free system to the
mobile phone
Calls that are made on the hands-free system
can in some cases be continued on the mobile
phone; this depends on the mobile phone.
Follow the instructions on the mobile phone
display; refer also to the mobile phone operat‐
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