USB MINI Hardtop 4 Door 2016 Owner's Manual
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FunctionsAudio functions and vehicle functions can be
operated, adjusted and displayed on the radio.▷Radio.▷Multimedia.▷Telephone.▷Vehicle settings.▷Check Control messages.
Menu navigation
All functions of the radio can be called up via
the main menu. Some menus can also be called
up directly via the buttons on the radio.
Selecting menu items
Menu items can be selected if they are high‐
lighted.
1.  Press button.2.Turn the right-hand knob until the desired
menu item is highlighted, e.g., "Radio".3.Press the right-hand knob again to confirm
the highlighted menu item.
Representation in the Owner's Manual
In the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be
selected are set in quotation marks, e.g.,
"Radio".
Symbols in the status field
Audio source
SymbolMeaningFM, AMRadio waveband. HD Radio station is being received.SATSatellite radio is switched on. Satellite radio not available. Playback via Aux In.SymbolMeaning Playback via USB audio interface. Microphone muted Tone output muted
Telephone
SymbolMeaning Missed call Wireless network reception strength
Traffic bulletins
SymbolMeaningTPTraffic bulletins switched on Traffic bulletins switched on, no traffic
bulletin stations available. Traffic Jump
Changing settings
To set number values or values on a scale:
1.Select the desired menu item.2.Turn the right-hand knob to set the value.3.Press the right-hand knob to store the
value.
Example: setting the clock
1.  Press button.2.  "Settings"3."Time/Date"4."Time:"5.Turn the right-hand knob until the desired
hour is set.6.Press the right-hand knob to store setting.7.Turn the right-hand knob to set the mi‐
nutes and press the right-hand knob to
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devices and cables are not in the airbag's area
of unfolding. ◀
Sockets Sockets can be used for the running electrical
devices with the engine running or with the ig‐
nition switched on. The total load of all sockets
must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using non-com‐
patible connectors.
In the center console
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the trunk
The socket is located on the right side in the
trunk.
USB interface
The concept
Connection for USB devices with music files.
Information Observe the following when connecting:▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Do not connect devices such as fans or
lights to the USB interface.▷Do not connect any USB hard drives or USB
hubs.▷Do not use the USB interface for recharging
external devices.
Overview
The USB interface is located in the front of the
center console.
Cargo area
Cargo cover
General information When the tailgate is opened, the cargo cover is
raised.
Information WARNING
Loose objects in the car's interior can be
thrown into the car's interior while driving, e.g.
in the event of an accident or during braking
and evasive maneuvers. There is risk of injuries.
Secure loose objects in the car's interior. ◀
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MultimediaExternal devices
The concept Various external devices can be connected to
the vehicle. Sound is played back through the
vehicle loudspeakers. The system can be oper‐
ated via the radio, depending on how the ex‐
ternal device is connected to the vehicle.SymbolMeaning AUX-IN port. USB audio interface.
Overview
1Change waveband2Opening the main menu3Menu level back4Selecting menu items▷Turn: highlight the menu item in the
display or adjust the value.▷Press: select the highlighted menu item
or store the setting.5Open the options for the respective menu6Programmable memory buttons7"Media": open the menu8"Radio": open the menu9Changing the trackAUX-IN port
Overview
For connecting audio devices, e.g., MP3 play‐
ers. Sound is played back on the vehicle loud‐
speakers.
Recommendation: use medium tone and vol‐
ume settings on the audio device. The sound
relies on the quality of the audio files.
Connecting
The AUX-In port is located at the front of the
center console.
Connect the headphones or the line-out con‐
nector of the device to the AUX-in port.
Playback
1.Connect the audio device, switch it on and
select a track on the audio device.2.  "Media"3."AUX"
Volume
The volume of the sound output depends on
the audio device. If this volume differs mark‐
edly from the volume of the other audio sour‐
ces, we recommend adjusting the volume.
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Adjusting the volume1.  "Media"2."AUX"3."Volume"4.Set the desired volume.
USB audio interface
Overview
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 compatible 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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▷Via the directory structure in the audio de‐
vice.
Current playback
List of tracks that is currently being played. E. g.
the list of tracks that was found in the track
search or a playlist.
1.  "Media"2."USB device"3."Current playback"4.Select the track at which the playback is to
begin.
Searching directories
1.  "Media"2."USB device"3."Browse directory"
Directories and titles at the top directory
level are displayed. Should the USB device
support external memory cards, their direc‐
tories are also displayed.4.Select the directory.5.Select the track at which the playback is to
begin. Tracks in subdirectories are not
played back.
Playback lists
1.  "Media"2."USB device"3."Playlists"4.Select the playback list.
Changing the track
Press button.
A reel is made to the previous/next track from
the currently played one.
Fast forward/reverse Press and hold this button.
The current track is fast forwarded/rewound
with increasing speed.
Playback information
Information about the current track can be dis‐
played, such as the artist and the name of the
track. This information is stored in the audio file
and does not have to match the file name of
the track.
Switching playback information on/off1.  "Media"2."USB device"3.  Press button.4."Show playback information"
Random playback
Playback in random order can be selected for
all tracks of the USB device or for the current
play.
Switching random playback for all tracks
on/off
1.  "Media"2."USB device"3.  Press button.4."All titles"
Switching random playback for the current
playback on/off
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Apple iPod/iPhone port
The USB port is located at the front of the cen‐
ter console.
Use a flexible adapter cable for connecting,
e.g., the original iPod/iPhone adapter cable.
The Apple iPod/iPhone menu structure is sup‐
ported by the USB audio interface.
Track search
Music tracks can searched in various ways.
▷Track from the current playlist.▷Via playlists stored in the iPod/iPhone.▷Via the categories saved for the music
tracks, e.g., type of music, artist, composer,
album, track.▷In the media audio books and podcasts.
Current playback
List of tracks that is currently being played. E. g.
the list of tracks that was found in the track
search or a playlist.
1.  "Media"2."USB device"3."Current playback"4.Select the track at which the playback is to
begin.
Playback lists
1.  "Media"2."USB device"3."Playlists"4.Select the playback list.5.Select the track at which the playback is to
begin.
Categories
1.  "Media"2."USB device"3.Select the category.▷"Genres"▷"Artists"▷"Composers"▷"Albums"▷"Titles"▷"Audio books"▷"Podcasts"4.A-Z search to reduce the list to a beginning
letter to be entered.5.Select the track at which the playback is to
begin.
Changing the track
About the radio:
Press button.
Via the buttons on the steering wheel: Press button.
A reel is made to the previous/next track from
the currently played one.
Fast forward/reverse
About the radio:
Press and hold this button.
Via the buttons on the steering wheel:
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Press and hold this button.
The current track is fast forwarded/rewound
with increasing speed.
Random playback
The tracks of the current playback are played
back in random order.
Switching random playback on/off1.  "Media"2."USB device"3.  Press button.4."Random"Seite 160ENTERTAINMENTMultimedia160
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O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics  201  
Octane rating, see Recom‐ mended fuel grade  176 
Odometer  67 
Oil  195  
Oil, adding  196 
Oil additives  197 
Oil change  197 
Oil change interval, service re‐ quirements  68 
Oil filler neck  196 
Oil types, alternative  197 
Oil types, suitable  197 
Old batteries, disposal  213 
On-board computer  71 
On-board computer, refer to On-board computer  71 
Onboard Diagnostics OBD  201 
Onboard vehicle tool kit  202 
Opening/closing via door lock  26 
Opening/closing with remote control  24 
Optional equipment, standard equipment  6 
Outside air, refer to Automatic recirculated-air control  119 
Own safety  7 
P
Paint, vehicle  221 
Panoramic glass sunroof  33 
Parallel parking assistant  111 
Park Distance Control PDC  108 
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion  138 
Parking aid, see PDC  108 
Parking assistant  111 
Parking brake  53 
Parking lights  76 Passenger side mirror, tilting
downward  42 
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol  108 
Pedestrian warning with city braking function  94 
Performance Control  98 
Personal Profile  24 
Phone  164 
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof  34 
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows  32 
Plastic, care  222 
PostCrash  96 
Power failure  213 
Power windows  31 
Prescribed engine oil types  197 
Pressure, tire air pressure  178 
Pressure warning, tires  88 
Profile, see Personal Pro‐ file  24 
Protective function, glass sun‐ roof  34 
Protective function, win‐ dows  32 
R
Radiator fluid  198 
Radio, AM/FM stations  151 
Radio, Apple iPod/iPhone  157 
Radio, AUX-IN port  156 
Radio, control elements  151 
Radio, external devices  156 
Radio, FM/AM  151 
Radio, muting  151 
Radio-operated key, see Re‐ mote control  22 
Radio, overview  151 
Radio ready state  49 
Radio, satellite radio  154 
Radio, save stations  153 
Radio, USB audio inter‐ face  157 Rain sensor  55 
Rear fog lights  79 
Rear lights  206 
Rear luggage rack  141 
Rearview mirror  42 
Rear window de‐ froster  117, 119  
Recirculated-air filter  120 
Recirculated-air mode  116, 119  
Recommended fuel grade  176 
Recommended tire brands  186 
Refueling  174 
Remaining range  67 
Remote control/key  22 
Remote control, blocking  23 
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion  25 
Remote control, replacing the battery  22 
Remote control, univer‐ sal  121  
Replacement fuse  213 
Replacing parts  202 
Replacing the battery, remote control  22 
Replacing wheels/tires  186 
Reporting safety malfunc‐ tions  10 
RES CNCL button, see camera- based cruise control  101 
RES CNCL button, see Cruise control  106 
Reserve warning, see Range  67 
Resetting the tone set‐ tings  150 
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM  85 
Retaining straps, securing cargo  140 
Retreaded tires  187 
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Tire damage 186 
Tire identification marks  184 
Tire inflation pressure  178 
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM  88 
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM  84 
Tires, changing  186 
Tire sealant  188 
Tires, everything on wheels and tires  178 
Tires, run-flat tires  187 
Tire tread  185 
Tools  202 
Total vehicle weight  227 
Tow fitting  218 
Towing  216 
Tow-starting  216 
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor  84 
Traction control  98 
TRACTION drive mode, driving dynamics  98 
Transmission lock, releasing manually  60 
Transmission, manual trans‐ mission  58 
Transmission, see Steptronic transmission  58 
Transporting children safely  45 
Tread, tires  185 
Treble  150 
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion  54 
Trip odometer  67 
Trip recorder, see Trip odome‐ ter  67 
Turn signal, front  204 
Turn signal, side  209 
Turn signals, operation  54 
Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐ placement  206 
U
Unintentional alarm  31 
Units  72 Units, setting  72 
Universal remote control  121 
Unlock button, Steptronic transmission  59 
Unlocking/locking via door lock  26 
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control  24 
Unlocking, settings  29 
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline  7 
Upholstery care  222 
USB audio interface  157 
USB interface  126 
V
Vanity mirror  125 
Vehicle battery  212 
Vehicle battery, replacing  212 
Vehicle, break-in  136 
Vehicle care  221 
Vehicle features and op‐ tions  6 
Vehicle identification num‐ ber  9 
Vehicle jack  210 
Vehicle paint  221 
Vehicle storage  223 
Vehicle wash  220 
Ventilation  120 
VIN, see vehicle identification number  9 
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control  63 
Warning displays, see Check Control  63 
Warning messages, see Check Control  63 
Warning triangle  214 
Warranty  7 
Washer fluid  57 
Washing, vehicle  220 Water on roads  137 
Weights  227 
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking  24 
Welcome lights  77 
Wheels, changing  186 
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires  178 
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM  88 
Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM  84 
Window defroster, rear  117, 119  
Windows, powered  31 
Windshield cleaning sys‐ tem  55 
Windshield de‐ froster  117, 119  
Windshield washer fluid  57 
Windshield wipers, fold-out position  57 
Windshield wipers, see wiper system  55 
Winter storage, care  223 
Winter tires, suitable tires  187 
Winter tires, tread  185 
Wiper blades, replacing  202 
Wiper fluid  57 
Wiper system  55 
Wood, care  222 
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