shift MINI Roadster 2013 User Guide

Activating/deactivating digital radio
reception1."Radio"2."FM" or "AM"3.Open "Options".4."HD Radio Reception"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
This symbol is displayed in the status line
when the audio signal is digital.
When tuning to a station with a digital signal, it
may take several seconds for the station to be
played back in digital quality.
Note on HD stations whose station name ends
in ...HD or HD1:
In areas in which the station is not continuously
received in digital mode, the playback switches
between analog and digital reception. In this
case, switch off digital radio reception.
Note on HD multicast stations whose station
name ends in ...HD2, ...HD3, ...:
In areas in which the station is not continuously
received in digital mode, the audible signal
may be interrupted for several seconds. This is
reception related.
Displaying additional information
Some stations broadcast additional information
on the current track, such as the name of the
artist.
1.Select the desired station.2.Open "Options".3."Station info"
Selecting a substation
This symbol indicates that a main station
also broadcasts additional substations. The sta‐
tion name of the main station ends in HD1. Sta‐
tion names of the substations end in HD2, HD3,
etc.
1.Select the desired station.2.Press the controller.3.Select the substation.
When reception is poor, the substation is
muted.
Satellite radioGeneral information
The channels are offered in predefined pack‐
ages. The packages must be enabled by tele‐
phone.
Navigation bar overview
SymbolFunction Change the list view. Select the category. Direct channel entry Timeshift Open the My Favorites category/
open a favorite. Manage the favorites. Traffic Jump
Managing a subscription
To be able to enable or unsubscribe from the
channels, you must have reception. It is usually
at its best when you have an unobstructed view
of the sky. The channel name is displayed in the
status line.
Enabling channelsThe Unsubscribed Channels category contains
all disabled channels.
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Storing a channel1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3.If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐
sired category.4.Select the desired channel.5.Press the MINI joystick again.6.Press the MINI joystick again to confirm the
highlighted channel.7.Select the desired memory location.
The channels are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Changing the list view
The list view changes every time the first sym‐
bol on the navigation bar is pressed.
Information on the channel is displayed.
SymbolMeaning Channel name Artist Track
Selecting a category
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Category"4.Select the desired category.Timeshift Approx. one hour of the program being broad‐
cast on the channel currently being listened to is stored in a buffer. Prerequisite: the signal
must be available.
The stored audio track can be played with a de‐
lay following the live broadcast. When the buf‐ fer is full, the older tracks are overwritten. The
buffer is cleared when a new channel is se‐
lected.
Opening the timeshift function1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Replay - Time shift"▷The red arrow shows the current playback
position.▷The time difference to the live broadcast is
displayed next to the buffer bar.▷For live transmissions "live".
Timeshift menu
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SymbolFunction Reverse Automatic timeshift deactivated/
activated
Automatic timeshift
When the function is activated, audio playback
is stopped automatically in the event of:
▷Incoming and outgoing telephone calls.▷Activation of the voice activation system.▷Muting.
The audio playback then continues with a time
delay.
Activating
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Replay - Time shift"4. "Automatic time shift"
Deactivating
"Automatic time shift"
Storing favorites Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites
list. Available favorites are artist, track, game,
league, and team.
Storing the artist, track, or game
It is only possible to store favorites that are cur‐
rently being broadcast. The channel informa‐
tion must be available.
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3.If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐
sired category.4.Select the desired channel.5.Press the MINI joystick again.6.Select the artist, track, or game.Storing the league or team
Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites
from a selection list.1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Manage favorites"4."Add sports information"5.Select the league.6.Select "Add all teams" or the desired team.
Opening the favorites
If an activated favorite is played back, the fol‐
lowing message appears for approx. 20 sec‐
onds "Favorite alert!".
"Favorites"
Select the symbol while the message is shown.
The displayed favorite is played.
If there is no message, the system changes to
the My Favorites category. All favorites cur‐
rently being broadcast can be selected from a
list.
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Being towedFollow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle
damage or accidents may occur. ◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic transmission Towing vehicles with an automatic trans‐
mission
Only transport vehicles with an automatic
transmission on tow trucks or with raised front
wheels; otherwise, the transmission may be
damaged. ◀
Towing with a tow bar
Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than your vehicle, or it will not be possible to
control vehicle response. ◀
Correctly attach the tow bar
Only secure the tow bar on the tow fit‐
tings; damage can occur when it is secured on
other parts of the vehicle. ◀
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:▷Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is attached offset.
Towing with a tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on
the vehicle components when towing, always
use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attaching the tow rope correctly
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle. ◀
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Towing with a tow truck
Have the MINI 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. ◀
Tow-starting
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 254. Vehicles with a catalytic converter
should only be tow-started when the engine is
cold; vehicles with an automatic transmission
cannot be tow-started.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 64.3.Shift into 3rd gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch depressed and then slowly release
the clutch. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately depress the clutch completely again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
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Rear fog lamps, indicatorlamp 15
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 247
Rear spoiler 103
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐ rors 57
Rear window de‐ froster 109, 112
Recirculated air mode 109, 111
Recommended tire brands 231
Redialing 188, 200
Releasing, refer to Unlock‐ ing 38
Remaining range for service, refer to Service require‐
ments 81
Remaining range, refer to Range 76
Reminders 210
Remote control– Battery replacement 39– Comfort Access 37– Malfunctions 33, 39– Tailgate 33
Remote control, removing
from the ignition lock 64
Remote control, service data 241
Remote inquiry 187, 199
Replacement remote con‐ trol 30
Replacing wheels/tires 231
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 75
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 69
Restraining systems
– Refer to Safety belts 55
Restraint systems for chil‐
dren 59
Retreaded tires 231
Reverse gear, manual trans‐
mission 70
Road, avoiding 147
Road detour 147
Roadside Assistance 254
Roadside parking lamp, bulb replacement 246
Roadside parking lamps 86
RON gasoline quality 220
RON, refer to Fuel quality 220
Route 148
Route criteria, route 147
Route, displaying 148
Route section, bypassing 148
RPM, refer to Engine data 266
Rubber seals, care 262
Run-flat tires 232
Run-flat tires– Flat tire 94
Run-flat tires, tire inflation
pressure 222
Running lights, refer to Park‐ ing lamps/low beams 85
S Safe braking 126
Safety 7
Safety belts 55
Safety belts
– Damage 56
Safety belts, care 262
Safety belts, indicator/warning lamp 56
Safety belts, reminder 56
Safety systems
– Safety belts 55
Safety systems, airbags 90
Satellite radio 162
Saving fuel 131
Scale, changing during navi‐ gation 151
Screen, see Control Display 18
Seat adjustment
– Manual 53
Seat belts
– Refer to Safety belts 55Seat heating 55
Seats– Adjusting 53– Heating 55– Sitting safely 53
Selector lever, automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 71
Selector lever lock, overrid‐ ing 72
Selector lever lock, refer to Changing selector lever posi‐
tions, Shiftlock 71
Selector lever positions, auto‐ matic transmission with
Steptronic 71
Service and warranty 7
Service data in the remote control 241
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 241
Service interval display, refer to Service requirements 81
Service requirements 81
Service requirements, CBS Condition Based Service 241
Settings
– Changing on the Control Dis‐
play 80– Language 80
Settings and information 77
Settings, configuring, refer to Personal Profile 31
Setting the clock, 12h/24h for‐ mat 79
Shifting
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 71
Shifting, manual transmis‐
sion 70
Shift lever
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 71
Shift paddles on the steering
wheel 72
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Short commands, voice acti‐vation 274
Side airbags 90
Side windows, refer to Win‐ dows 41
Slot for remote control 64
Snap-in adapter, mobile phone 202
Socket, OBD Onboard Diagno‐ sis 242
Software applications, iPhone 212
Software part num‐ ber 182, 192
Software update 178
Special destinations, naviga‐ tion 142
Special equipment, series equipment 6
Speed, average 76
Speed limit 99
Speed limit– Setting 99
Speedometer 14
Speed, with winter tires 232
Spoken instructions, naviga‐ tion 149
Sport button 103
Sport program, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 71
Stability control systems 101
Start/Stop button 64
Start/Stop button, starting the engine 65
Start/Stop button, switching off the engine 66
Starting the engine 65
Start problems, refer to Jump- starting 254
State/province, selecting for navigation 138
Stations, stored 166
Station, storing 161
Status information, onboard monitor 21
Steering wheel 58
Steering wheel– Shift paddles 72
Steering wheel, adjusting 58
Steering wheel lock 64
Stopping, engine 66
Storage, tires 232
Storing the vehicle 263
Street, entering for naviga‐ tion 139
Summer tires, refer to Wheels and tires 222
Summer tires, tread 229
Switches, refer to Cockpit 12
Switching off, engine 66
Switching off, vehicle 66
Symbols 6
T Tachometer 75
Tailgate
– Comfort Access 38– Emergency activation 37– Emergency unlocking 37– Opening/closing 35– Opening from the out‐
side 35– Unlocking manually 36– Unlocking with remote con‐
trol 33
Tail lamps 247
Tank gauge, refer to Fuel gauge 75
Tasks 209
Technical changes, refer to Safety 7
Technical data 266
Telephone 182, 192
Telephone, adjusting the vol‐ ume 185, 197
Temperature
– Air conditioner 109– Automatic climate con‐
trol 112– Changing the unit of meas‐
ure 78Temperature, coolant, refer to
Coolant temperature 75
Temperature display– External temperature 74– External temperature warn‐
ing 74– Setting the unit 78
Temperature warning 74
Text messages 207
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 39
Time
– Setting the time 79– Setting the time zone 79
Tire age 230
Tire identification marks 228
Tire inflation pressure 222
Tire inflation pressure
– Pressure loss 94, 96
Tire pressure monitor, refer to
Flat Tire Monitor 93
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
– System limits 95– System reset 96– Warning lamp 97
Tire Quality Grading 228
Tires
– Flat tire 94– Inflation pressure 222– Inflation pressure loss 97– Pressure monitoring, refer to
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 95
Tires, breaking in 124
Tires, changing 231
Tires, condition 229
Tires, damage 230
Tire size 228
Tires, minimum tread 230
Tires, retreaded tires 231
Tires, storage 232
Tire tread 229
Toll roads, route 147
Tone 158
Tool kit, refer to Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 243
Tools, refer to Onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit 243
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