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MINI Countryman (2021 year). Manual in english - page 3

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Opening and closing

– The driver is only carrying his or her

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

own vehicle key.

1.

"My MINI"

- The driver unlocks the vehicle.

2. "Driver profiles"

- The driver gets into the vehicle through

the driver's door.

3. Select driver profile.

4. "OK"

Adjusting

- All settings stored in the selected driver

The settings for the following systems and

profile are automatically applied.

functions are stored in the active profile.

- The called-up driver profile is assigned

The scope of storable settings depends on

to the vehicle key being used at the

country and equipment.

time.

-

Unlocking and locking.

- If the driver profile is already assigned

–

Lights.

to a different vehicle key, this driver

profile will apply to both vehicle keys.

–

Radio.

–

Instrument cluster.

Using a guest profile

–

Programmable memory buttons.

The guest profile is for individual settings

–

Volumes, tone.

that are stored in none of the three personal

–

Control Display.

driver profiles.

–

Climate control.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

–

Navigation.

1.

"My MINI"

–

PDC Park Distance Control.

2. "Driver profiles"

–

Rearview camera.

3. "Drive off (guest)"

–

Head-up Display.

4. "OK"

–

MINI Driving Modes.

The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is

–

Intelligent Safety.

assigned to the vehicle key that is not used

–

Driver's seat position, exterior mirror

at the time.

position.

Both the positions saved via the seat

Renaming a driver profile

memory and the last position set are

A personal name can be assigned to the ac-

saved.

tive driver profile to avoid confusion be-

tween the driver profiles.

Profile management

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

Selecting a driver profile

1.

"My MINI"

Regardless of the vehicle key in use, a dif-

2. "Driver profiles"

ferent driver profile may be activated. This

3. Select driver profile.

allows you to call up personal vehicle set-

The driver profile marked with this

tings, even if you did not unlock the vehicle

symbol can be renamed.

with your own vehicle key.

4. "Change driver profile name"

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Opening and closing

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5. Enter profile name.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

6.

Select the symbol.

1.

"My MINI"

2. "Driver profiles"

Resetting a driver profile

3. Select the driver profile to overwrite.

The settings of the driver profile currently

in use are reset to their factory settings.

The driver profile marked with this

symbol can be overwritten.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

4. "Import driver profile (USB)"

1.

"My MINI"

Select USB storage device as needed.

2. "Driver profiles"

5. Select the driver profile to be imported.

3. Select driver profile.

The driver profile marked with this

Displaying driver profiles during start

symbol can be reset.

The driver profiles can be displayed at each

4. "Reset driver profile"

startup to select the desired profile.

5. "OK"

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

1.

"My MINI"

Exporting driver profiles

2. "Driver profiles"

Most settings of the active driver profile

3. "Show driver profiles at startup"

can be exported.

Exporting is helpful when storing and re-

System limits

trieving personal settings, for instance be-

fore delivering the vehicle to a workshop.

A clear assignment between the vehicle key

The stored driver profiles can be taken into

and driver may not be possible in the fol-

another vehicle.

lowing cases, for example.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

- The passenger unlocks the vehicle with

his or her own vehicle key, but another

1.

"My MINI"

person is driving.

2. "Driver profiles"

- The driver unlocks the vehicle via Com-

3. Select driver profile.

fort Access and has multiple vehicle

keys with him or her.

The driver profile marked with this

symbol can be exported.

- The driver changes, but the vehicle is

not locked and unlocked.

4. "Export driver profile (USB)"

- Multiple vehicle keys are located out-

Select USB storage device as needed.

side of the vehicle.

Importing driver profiles

Profiles stored on a USB storage device can

be imported via the USB port.

The existing settings of the active driver

profile are overwritten with the settings of

the imported driver profile.

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CONTROLS

Opening and closing

- "Tailgate and door(s)"

Adjusting

Depending on your vehicle's optional

features, the tailgate is either un-

General information

locked or opened and the doors un-

Depending on the package and country ver-

locked.

sion, various settings are available for the

- "Tailgate opens after unlocking"

vehicle key functions.

The vehicle must be unlocked before

These settings are stored for the driver pro-

the tailgate can be used with the ve-

file, refer to page 73, currently used.

hicle key.

- "Button lock"

Unlocking

It is not possible to use the tailgate

via the vehicle key.

Doors

Depending on the vehicle equipment and

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

country version, this setting may not be of-

1.

"My MINI"

fered.

2. "Vehicle settings"

Adjusting the last seat and mirror

3. "Doors/Key"

position

4. "Driver's door" or "All doors"

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

5. Select the desired setting:

1.

"My MINI"

- "Driver's door only"

2. "Driver profiles"

Only the driver's door and the fuel

filler flap are unlocked. Pressing

3. Select driver profile.

again unlocks the entire vehicle.

The setting can be made for the

- "All doors"

driver profile marked with this symbol.

The entire vehicle is unlocked.

4. "Last seat position automatic"

When the vehicle is unlocked, the driver's

Tailgate

seat and exterior mirrors resume their last

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

set positions.

The most recent position is independent of

1.

"My MINI"

the positions saved via the seat memory.

2. "Vehicle settings"

3. "Doors/Key"

Automatic locking

4.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

The text next to the symbol indicates

1.

"My MINI"

the current setting.

2. "Vehicle settings"

5. Select the desired setting:

3. "Doors/Key"

- "Tailgate"

4. Select the desired setting:

Depending on your vehicle's optional

- "Lock automatically"

features, the tailgate is either un-

locked or opened.

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Opening and closing

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The vehicle locks automatically after

Alarm system

a while if no door is opened after un-

locking.

General information

- "Lock after starting to drive"

When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle

The vehicle locks automatically after

alarm system reacts to the following

you drive off.

changes:

- Unauthorized opening of a door, the

Automatic unlocking

hood or the tailgate.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

- Movements in the car's interior.

1.

"My MINI"

- Changes in the vehicle tilt, for instance,

2. "Vehicle settings"

during attempts at stealing a wheel or

when towing the vehicle.

3. "Doors/Key"

- Disconnected battery voltage.

4. "Unlock at end of trip"

- Improper use of the socket for Onboard

After the engine is switched off by

Diagnosis.

pressing the Start/Stop button, the

- Locking the vehicle while a device is

locked vehicle is automatically un-

connected to the socket for the OBD On-

locked.

board-Diagnosis. For socket for the OBD

Onboard Diagnosis, refer to page 279.

Confirmation signals from the

The alarm system signals these changes vis-

vehicle

ually and acoustically:

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

- Acoustic alarm:

1.

"My MINI"

Depending on local regulations, the

2. "Vehicle settings"

acoustic alarm may be suppressed.

3. "Doors/Key"

- Visual alarm:

4. Deactivate or activate the desired con-

By flashing of the hazard warning sys-

firmation signals.

tem and headlights, where required.

- "Flash for lock/unlock"

Do not modify the system to ensure func-

tion of the alarm system.

Unlocking is signaled by two flashes,

locking by one.

- With alarm system:

"Acoustic signal for lock/unlock"

Unlocking is signaled by one honk of

the horn.

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Opening and closing

Overview

locked. The hazard warning system flashes

once.

Panic mode

You can trigger the alarm system if you find

yourself in a dangerous situation.

- Press the button on the vehicle

key and hold for at least 3 sec-

onds.

- Briefly press the button on the vehicle

Indicator light in the roof fin.

key three times in succession.

To switch off the alarm: press any button.

Signals of the indicator lights

-

The indicator light flashes briefly every

2 seconds:

The alarm system is switched on.

-

Indicator light flashes for approx.

10 seconds, then it flashes briefly every

2 seconds:

Indicator light on the interior mirror.

Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm

sensor are not active, as doors, hood, or

Switching on/off

tailgate are not correctly closed. Cor-

rectly closed access points are secured.

The alarm system is switched on or off as

soon as the vehicle is locked with the vehi-

When the still open access points are

cle key or unlocked or locked via Comfort

closed, the interior motion sensor and

Access.

tilt alarm sensor will be switched on.

-

The indicator light goes out after un-

Opening the doors with the alarm

locking:

system switched on

The vehicle has not been tampered with.

The alarm system is triggered when a door

-

The indicator light flashes after unlock-

is opened if the door was unlocked using

ing until the engine ignition is switched

the integrated key in the door lock.

on, but no longer than approx. 5 mi-

Switching off the alarm, refer to page 79.

nutes:

An alarm has been triggered.

Opening the tailgate with the alarm

system switched on

Tilt alarm sensor

The tailgate can be opened even when the

The tilt of the vehicle is monitored.

alarm system is switched on.

The alarm system responds in situations

After the tailgate is closed, it is locked and

such as attempts to steal a wheel or when

monitored again provided the doors are

the vehicle is towed.

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Opening and closing

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Interior motion sensor

using the button on the driver's side or

passenger side door.

The windows and the glass sunroof must be

closed for the system to function properly.

Power windows

Avoiding unintentional alarms

General information

General information

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion

If an accident of a certain severity occurs,

sensor can trigger an alarm, although no un-

the windows are automatically closed ex-

authorized action occurred.

cept a gap.

Possible situations for an unwanted alarm:

Safety information

- In automatic vehicle washes.

- In duplex garages.

Warning

- During transport on trains carrying ve-

hicles, at sea or on a trailer.

When operating the windows, body parts

and objects can be jammed. There is a risk

- With animals in the vehicle.

of injury or risk of damage to property.

- When the vehicle is locked after start of

Make sure that the area of movement of

fueling.

the windows is clear during opening and

The tilt alarm sensor and the interior mo-

closing.

tion sensor can be switched off in such sit-

uations.

Overview

Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and

interior motion sensor

Press the button on the vehicle key

within 10 seconds as soon as the

vehicle is locked.

The indicator light lights up for approx.

2 seconds and then continues to flash.

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion

sensor are switched off until the vehicle is

locked again.

Power windows.

Switching off the alarm

Safety switch.

- Unlock the vehicle with the vehicle key.

- Unlock the vehicle with the integrated

Opening

key and switch on the ignition using the

emergency detection of the vehicle key,

-

Press the switch to the resistance

refer to page 63.

point.

- With Comfort Access: if you have the

vehicle key with you, unlock the vehicle

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Opening and closing

The window opens while the switch is

Safety information

being held.

Warning

-

Press the switch beyond the resist-

ance point.

Accessories on the windows such as an-

tennas can impact jam protection. There is

The window opens automatically. Press-

a risk of injury. Do not install accessories

ing the switch again stops the motion.

in the area of movement of the windows.

Convenient opening with the vehicle key,

refer to page 61.

Closing without the jam protection

Closing

system

In case of danger from the outside or if ice

-

Pull the switch to the resistance

might prevent normal closing, proceed as

point.

follows:

The window closes while the switch is

being held.

1.

Pull the switch past the resistance

point and hold it there.

-

Pull the switch beyond the resist-

ance point.

The window closes with limited jam pro-

tection. If the closing force exceeds a

The window closes automatically if the

specific threshold, closing is inter-

door is closed. Pulling the switch again

rupted.

stops the motion.

Convenient closing with the vehicle key, re-

2.

Pull the switch past the resistance

fer to page 62.

point again within approx. 4 seconds

Closing via Comfort Access, refer to

and hold it there.

page 67.

The window closes without jam protec-

tion.

Jam protection system

Safety switch

Concept

The jam protection prevents objects or body

General information

parts becoming jammed between the door

The safety switch can be used to prevent

frame and window while a window is being

children, for instance from opening and

closed.

closing the rear windows using the

switches in the rear.

General information

If an accident of a certain severity occurs,

If resistance or a blockage is detected while

the safety function is switched off automati-

a window is being closed, the closing action

cally.

is interrupted.

The window opens slightly.

Switching on/off

Press the button.

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Opening and closing

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The LED lights up if the safety function is

The window closes.

switched on.

3.

Continue holding the switch pulled

to the resistance point.

Malfunction

The window opens and closes once or

twice after approx. 15 seconds, depend-

General information

ing on the vehicle's equipment.

In certain situations a window can only be

4. Release switch.

operated to a limited extent.

- After a power failure during the opening

or closing process, the a window can

Panoramic glass sunroof

only be operated to a limited extent. The

system must be initialized in this case.

General information

- The power window motors are equipped

with overheating protection. If a win-

In the event of a severe accident, the glass

dow is opened and closed several times

sunroof is automatically closed.

within a short period of time, the over-

heating protection switches the motor

Safety information

off temporarily. Depending on the de-

gree of overheating, it may only be pos-

Warning

sible to close the window or it may not

be possible to operate it at all.

Body parts can be jammed when operating

the glass sunroof. There is a risk of injury.

In this case: allow the power window

Make sure that the area of movement of

motor to cool down.

the glass sunroof is clear during opening

and closing.

Initializing the system

The system can be initialized when the ve-

hicle is stationary and the engine is run-

Overview

ning.

During initialization, the affected window

closes without jam protection.

Warning

When operating the windows, body parts

and objects can be jammed. There is a risk

of injury or risk of damage to property.

Make sure that the area of movement of

the windows is clear during opening and

closing.

1. Open the affected window completely.

2.

Pull the switch to the resistance

point and hold.

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Opening and closing

Tilting the glass sunroof

Closing glass sunroof

Press back the switch up to or

With the glass sunroof open

beyond the resistance point

and release it.

- Slide switch forward to the

resistance point and hold.

The glass sunroof is raised.

The glass sunroof is closed

as long as the switch is

Opening glass sunroof

pressed and stops in the

raised position.

When the glass sunroof is closed

- Press the switch forward beyond the re-

sistance point and release it.

Press the switch back beyond

the resistance point and re-

The glass sunroof is closed and stops in

lease it twice.

the raised position.

The glass sunroof is opened.

Pressing the switch again stops the mo-

tion.

Pressing the switch again

stops the motion.

- Press the switch forward beyond the re-

sistance point and release it twice.

The glass sunroof is closed.

With the glass sunroof completely

Pressing the switch again stops the mo-

raised

tion.

- Slide switch back to the re-

sistance point and hold.

With the glass sunroof completely

The glass sunroof is

raised

opened as long as the

switch is pressed.

Press the switch forward be-

yond the resistance point and

- Press the switch back beyond the resist-

release it.

ance point and release it.

The glass sunroof is closed.

The glass sunroof is opened.

Pressing the switch again stops the mo-

tion.

Jam protection system

Comfort position

Concept

In some models, the wind noises in the car's

The jam protection prevents objects or body

interior are lowest when the glass sunroof

parts from becoming jammed between the

is not fully open. In these models, the auto-

roof and glass sunroof while the glass sun-

matic function initially only opens the glass

roof is closing.

sunroof up to this comfort position.

Pressing the switch again opens the glass

General information

sunroof fully.

If resistance or a blockage is detected while

the glass sunroof is being closed, the clos-

ing action is interrupted.

The glass sunroof opens slightly.

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Opening and closing

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Closing without the jam protection

system

If there is an external danger, proceed as

follows:

1. Push the switch forward past the resist-

ance point and hold it.

The glass sunroof closes with limited

jam protection. If the closing force ex-

ceeds a specific threshold, closing is in-

terrupted.

2. Push the switch forward again past the

resistance point and hold until the glass

sunroof closes without jam protection.

Make sure that the closing area is clear.

Initializing after a power

interruption

After a power failure during the opening or

closing process, the glass sunroof can only

be operated to a limited extent. The system

must be initialized in this case. MINI rec-

ommends having this work performed only

by a dealer's service center or another quali-

fied service center or repair shop.

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

Vehicle features and options

Warning

With a backrest inclined too far to the

This chapter describes all standard, country-

rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no

specific and optional features offered with

longer be ensured. There is a risk of slid-

the series. It also describes features and

ing under the safety belt in an accident.

functions that are not necessarily available

There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

Adjust the seat prior to starting the trip.

tions or country versions. This also applies

Adjust the backrest so that it is in the

to safety-related functions and systems.

most upright position as possible and do

When using these functions and systems,

not adjust again while driving.

the applicable laws and regulations must be

observed.

Warning

Sitting safely

There is a risk of jamming when moving

the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk

An ideal seating position that meets the

of damage to property. Make sure that the

needs of the occupants can make a vital

area of movement of the seat is clear prior

contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving.

to any adjustment.

In the event of an accident, the correct seat-

ing position plays an important role. Follow

Manually adjustable seats

the information in the following chapters:

- Seats, refer to page 84.

Overview

- Safety belts, refer to page 88.

- Head restraints, refer to page 90.

- Airbags, refer to page 154.

Front seats

Safety information

1

Forward/backward

Warning

2

Thigh support

Seat adjustments while driving can lead to

3

Height

unexpected movements of the seat. Vehi-

cle control could be lost. There is a risk of

4

Backrest tilt

accident. Only adjust the seat on the driv-

er's side when the vehicle is stationary.

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

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Forward/backward

Lumbar support

The curvature of the seat backrest can be

adjusted in a way that it supports the lum-

bar region of the spine. The lower back and

the spine are supported for upright posture.

Pull the lever and slide the seat in the de-

sired direction.

After releasing the lever, move the seat for-

ward or back slightly making sure it en-

gages properly.

Turn the wheel in order to increase or de-

crease the curvature.

Height

Electrically adjustable seats

General information

The seat setting for the driver's seat is

stored for the profile currently used. When

the vehicle is unlocked via the vehicle key,

the position is automatically retrieved if the

function, refer to page 76, is activated for

this purpose.

The current seat position can be stored us-

Pull the lever up or press it down as often as

ing the memory function, refer to page 92.

needed to reach the desired height.

Overview

Backrest tilt

1

Memory function

Pull the lever, and apply your weight to the

2

Lumbar support

backrest or lift it off, as necessary.

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

3

Backrest tilt

Backrest tilt

4

Forward/backward, height, seat tilt

Forward/backward

Move switch forward or backward.

Lumbar support

Push switch forward or backward.

Concept

The curvature of the seat backrest can be

Height

adjusted in a way that it supports the lum-

bar region of the spine. The lower back and

the spine are supported for upright posture.

Adjusting

- Press the front/rear sec-

tion of the button:

The curvature is in-

creased/decreased.

- Press the upper/lower sec-

Push switch up or down.

tion of the button:

The curvature is shifted

Seat tilt

up/down.

Move switch up or down.

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

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Thigh support

Switching off

Press and hold the button until the

LEDs go out.

Rear seats

Safety information

Pull the lever at the front of the seat and ad-

Warning

just the thigh support.

There is a risk of jamming when folding

down the center armrest in the rear. There

is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area

Front seat heating

of movement of the center armrest is clear

during folding down.

Overview

Warning

Unexpected movements of the rear seat

backrest while driving may occur due to

unintentional unlocking of the rear seat

backrests by the straps. There is a risk of

injury. Only use straps for releasing the

rear seat backrests. Do not attach objects

on the straps.

Seat heating

Forward/backward

Switching on

General information

Press the button once for each tem-

perature level.

The rear seat is divided at a ratio of 60 to

40. The left seat is connected to the center

The maximum temperature is reached when

section.

three LEDs are lit.

If the trip is continued within approx.

15 minutes after a stop, seat heating is acti-

vated automatically with the temperature

selected last.

When GREEN Mode is activated, refer to

page 238, the heating output is reduced.

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

Adjusting

The two outer safety belt buckles of the rear

seat are intended for the persons sitting on

the left and right.

The center safety belt buckle of the rear

seat is intended for the person sitting in the

middle.

General information

Always make sure that safety belts are be-

ing worn by all occupants before driving off.

Although airbags enhance safety by provid-

Pull the lever and slide the seat in the de-

ing added protection, they are not a substi-

sired direction.

tute for safety belts.

After releasing the lever, move the seat for-

If needed, disengage the safety belt in the

ward or back slightly making sure it en-

rear from the belt buckle on the side.

gages properly.

The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point

will be correct for adult seat occupants of

Backrest tilt

every build if the seat is correctly adjusted.

Safety information

Warning

Use of a safety belt to buckle more than

one person will potentially defeat the abil-

ity of the safety belt to serve its protective

function. There is a risk of injuries or dan-

ger to life. Do not allow more than one per-

Pull the strap and apply your weight to the

son to wear a single safety belt. Infants

backrest or lift it off, as necessary.

and children are not allowed on an occu-

After the adjustment, move the backrest

pant's lap, but must be transported and se-

slightly forward or back to engage it cor-

cured in designated child restraint sys-

rectly.

tems.

Warning

Safety belts

The efficacy of safety gear, including

safety belts, can be limited or lost when

Number of safety belts and safety

safety belts are fastened incorrectly. An

belt buckles

incorrectly fastened safety belt can cause

The vehicle is fitted with five safety belts to

additional injuries, for instance in the

ensure occupant safety. However, they can

event of an accident, braking or evasive

only offer protection when adjusted cor-

maneuvers. There is a risk of injuries or

rectly.

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

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danger to life. Make sure that all occu-

2. Insert the tongue plate into the safety

pants are wearing safety belts correctly.

belt buckle. The safety belt buckle must

engage audibly.

Warning

The efficacy of safety gear, including

safety belts, may not be fully functional or

fail in the following situations:

- The safety belts or safety belt buckles

are damaged, soiled, or changed in

any other way.

- Belt tensioners or belt retractors

were modified.

Unbuckling the safety belt

Safety belts can be imperceptibly damaged

in the event of an accident. There is a risk

1. Hold the safety belt firmly.

of injuries or danger to life. Do not modify

2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.

safety belts, safety belt buckles, belt ten-

3. Guide the safety belt back into its roll-

sioners, belt retractors or belt anchors and

up mechanism.

keep them clean. Have the safety belts

checked after an accident at the dealer’s

Middle safety belt in the rear

service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

Buckling the safety belt

Correct use of safety belts

- Wear the safety belt twist-free and tight

to your body over your lap and should-

ers.

- Wear the safety belt deep on your hips

over your lap. The safety belt may not

press on your stomach.

- Do not rub the safety belt against sharp

edges, or guide it or jam it in across

1. Pull the buckle tongues out of the

hard or fragile objects.

mounts in the roof.

- Avoid thick clothing.

2. Insert the lower buckle tongue in the

- Re-tighten the safety belt frequently up-

belt buckle, arrow 1.

ward around your upper body.

3. Insert the upper buckle tongue in the

belt buckle, arrow 2.

Buckling the safety belt

Safety belt buckles must audibly click

1. Guide the safety belt slowly over

into place.

shoulder and hip to put it on.

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

Unbuckling the safety belt

- Adjust the head restraint so its center

supports the back of the head at as

1. Hold the safety belt firmly.

close to eye level as possible.

2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.

- Adjust the distance so that the head

3. Use the buckle tongue, arrow 1, to open

restraint is as close as possible to the

the second safety belt buckle, arrow 2.

back of the head. Adjust the distance

via the backrest tilt as needed.

Warning

Body parts can be jammed when moving

the head restraint. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that the area of movement is

clear when moving the head restraint.

4. Guide the safety belt to the mount in the

roofliner.

Warning

Objects on the head restraint reduce the

Safety belt reminder for driver's

protective effect in the head and neck

area. There is a risk of injury.

seat and front passenger seat

- Do not use seat or head restraint cov-

Display in the instrument cluster

ers.

- Do not hang objects, for instance

The indicator light lights up and a

clothes hangers, directly on the head

signal sounds. Make sure that the

restraint.

safety belts are positioned correctly.

The safety belt reminder can also be acti-

- Only use accessories that have been

vated if objects are placed on the front pas-

determined to be safe for attachment

senger seat.

to a head restraint.

- Do not use any accessories, for in-

stance pillows, while driving.

Front head restraints

Adjusting the height: John Cooper

Safety information

Works sport seat

The height of the head restraints cannot be

set.

Warning

A missing protective effect due to re-

moved or not correctly adjusted head re-

straints can cause injuries in the head and

neck area. There is a risk of injury.

- Before driving, install the removed

head restraints on the occupied seats.

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Adjusting the height

Rear head restraints

Safety information

Warning

A missing protective effect due to re-

moved or not correctly adjusted head re-

straints can cause injuries in the head and

neck area. There is a risk of injury.

- Before driving, install the removed

- To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and

head restraints on the occupied seats.

push the head restraint down.

- Adjust the head restraint so its center

- To raise: push the head restraint up.

supports the back of the head at as

After setting the height, make sure that the

close to eye level as possible.

head restraint engages correctly.

- Adjust the distance so that the head

restraint is as close as possible to the

Removing: John Cooper Works

back of the head. Adjust the distance

sport seat

via the backrest tilt as needed.

The head restraints cannot be removed.

Warning

Removing

Body parts can be jammed when moving

Only remove the head restraint if no one

the head restraint. There is a risk of injury.

will be sitting in the seat in question.

Make sure that the area of movement is

clear when moving the head restraint.

Warning

Objects on the head restraint reduce the

protective effect in the head and neck

area. There is a risk of injury.

- Do not use seat or head restraint cov-

ers.

1. If necessary, fold the rear seat backrest

- Do not hang objects, for instance

forward.

clothes hangers, directly on the head

2. Pull head restraint up as far as possible.

restraint.

3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the

- Only use accessories that have been

head restraint out completely.

determined to be safe for attachment

to a head restraint.

Installing

- Do not use any accessories, for in-

Proceed in the reverse order to install the

stance pillows, while driving.

head restraint.

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

Adjusting the height

Memory function

Concept

The following settings can be stored and, if

necessary, retrieved using the memory

function:

- Seat position.

- Exterior mirror position.

- Height of the Head-up Display.

- To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and

push the head restraint down.

General information

- To raise: push the head restraint up.

Different settings can be assigned to two

memory locations.

After setting the height, make sure that the

head restraint engages correctly.

The adjustment of the lumbar support is not

stored.

Fold down

Safety information

Warning

There is a risk of jamming when moving

the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk

of damage to property. Make sure that the

area of movement of the seat is clear prior

to any adjustment.

- To fold down: press the button, arrow 1,

Warning

and press down the head restraint, ar-

row 2.

Using the memory function while driving

can lead to unexpected movements of the

- Forward: fold the head restraint toward

seat. Vehicle control could be lost. There is

the front as far as it will go. Make sure

a risk of accident. Only retrieve the mem-

that the head restraint engages cor-

ory function when the vehicle is station-

rectly.

ary.

Removing

The head restraints cannot be removed.

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Overview

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors

General information

The mirror on the front passenger side is

more curved than the driver's side mirror.

The mirror setting is stored for the driver

profile currently in use. When the vehicle is

unlocked via the vehicle key, the position is

automatically retrieved if the function, refer

Storing

to page 76, is activated for this purpose.

1. Switch on the ignition.

The current exterior mirror position can be

2. Set the desired position.

stored using the memory function, refer to

page 92.

3.

Press the button. The LED in the

button lights up.

Safety information

4. Press the desired button 1 or 2 while the

LED is lit. The LED goes out.

Warning

Objects reflected in the mirror are closer

Calling up settings

than they appear. The distance to the traf-

The stored position is called up automati-

fic behind could be incorrectly estimated,

cally.

for instance while changing lanes. There is

Press the desired button 1 or 2.

a risk of accident. Estimate the distance to

the traffic behind by looking over your

The procedure stops when a seat adjust-

shoulder.

ment switch or one of the memory buttons

is pressed.

Once underway, adjustment of the seat po-

Overview

sition on the driver's side is disabled after a

short while.

Call up deactivated

After a brief period, calling up stored seat

positions is deactivated to save battery

power.

To reactivate calling up of a seat position:

- Open or close the door or tailgate.

- Press a button on the vehicle key.

1

Adjusting

– Press the Start/Stop button.

2

Selecting a mirror, Automatic Curb Mon-

itor

3

Folding in and out

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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel

Selecting a mirror

Automatic dimming feature

To change over to the other mirror:

The exterior mirror on the driver's side is

automatically dimmed. Photocells in the

Slide the switch.

car's interior mirror, refer to page 95, are

used to control this.

Adjusting electrically

Automatic Curb Monitor, exterior

Press the button.

mirror

The mirror movement follows the

button movement.

Concept

If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass

Malfunction

on the front passenger side is tilted down-

In case of an electrical malfunction, adjust

ward. This improves your view of the curb

the mirror by pressing the edges of the mir-

and other formatting issue - low-lying ob-

ror glass.

stacles when parking, for instance.

Folding in and out

Activating

1.

slide the switch to the driver's

NOTICE

side mirror position.

Depending on the vehicle width, the vehi-

2. Engage selector lever position R.

cle can be damaged in vehicle washes.

There is a risk of damage to property. Be-

Deactivating

fore washing, fold in the mirrors by hand

or with the button.

Slide the switch to the passenger's side mir-

ror position.

Press the button.

Interior mirror, manually dimmable

Folding is only possible up to a speed of ap-

Flip lever

prox. 15 mph/20 km/h.

Folding the mirrors in and out is helpful in

the following situations:

- In vehicle washes.

- On narrow roads.

Mirrors that were folded in are folded out

automatically at a speed of approx.

25 mph/40 km/h.

Automatic heating

To reduce the blinding effect of the interior

Both exterior mirrors are automatically

mirror, flip the lever forward.

heated as needed and when the ignition is

switched on.

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Turn knob

Steering wheel

Safety information

Warning

Steering wheel adjustments while driving

can lead to unexpected steering wheel

movements. Vehicle control could be lost.

There is a risk of accident. Adjustng the

steering wheel while the vehicle is sta-

Turn the knob to reduce the blinding effect

tionary only.

by the interior mirror.

Interior mirror, automatic dimming

Adjusting

feature

Overview

1. Fold the lever down.

2. Move the steering wheel to the prefer-

red height and angle to suit your seating

Photocells are used for control:

position.

- In the mirror glass.

3. Fold the lever back up.

- On the back of the mirror.

Functional requirements

- Keep the photocells clean.

- Do not cover the area between the inte-

rior mirror and the windshield.

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Transporting children safely

Vehicle features and options

Warning

A heated vehicle may result in death to

This chapter describes all standard, country-

persons, especially children, or animals.

specific and optional features offered with

There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.

the series. It also describes features and

Do not leave persons, especially children,

functions that are not necessarily available

or animals unattended in the vehicle.

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

tions or country versions. This also applies

to safety-related functions and systems.

When using these functions and systems,

Warning

the applicable laws and regulations must be

Exposure to intense sunlight can cause

observed.

child restraint systems and their compo-

nents to become very hot. Persons may

sustain burn injuries when touching the

The right place for children

hot components. There is a risk of injury.

Do not expose the child restraint system to

direct sunlight or cover where necessary.

Safety information

If necessary, let the child restraint system

cool down before transporting a child. Do

Warning

not leave children unattended in the vehi-

Unattended children or animals in the ve-

cle.

hicle can cause the vehicle to move and

endanger themselves and traffic, for in-

Always transport children in the

stance due to the following actions:

rear seat

- Pressing the Start/Stop button.

- Releasing the parking brake.

General information

- Opening and closing the doors or

Accident research shows that the safest

windows.

place for children is in the rear seat.

- Engaging selector lever position N.

Transport children younger than 13 years of

- Using vehicle equipment.

age or shorter than 5 ft/150 cm only in the

There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do

rear seat in suitable child restraint systems

not leave children or animals unattended

designed for the age, weight and size of the

in the vehicle. Take the vehicle key with

child. Children 13 years of age or older must

you when exiting and lock the vehicle.

wear a safety belt as soon as a suitable child

restraint system can no longer be used due

to their age, weight, or size.

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Safety information

Warning

The stability of the child restraint system

Warning

is limited or compromised with incorrect

The safety belt cannot be fastened cor-

seat adjustment or improper installation of

rectly on children shorter than 5 ft,

the child seat. There is a risk of injuries or

150 cm without suitable additional child

danger to life. Make sure that the child re-

restraint systems. The efficacy of safety

straint system fits securely against the

gear, including safety belts, can be limited

backrest. If possible, adjust the backrest

or lost when safety belts are fastened in-

tilt for all affected backrests and correctly

correctly. An incorrectly fastened safety

adjust the seats. Make sure that seats and

belt can cause additional injuries, for in-

backrests are securely engaged or locked.

stance in the event of an accident, braking

If possible, adjust the height of the head

or evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of in-

restraints or remove them.

juries or danger to life. Secure children

shorter than 5 ft, 150 cm using suitable

child restraint systems.

Installing child restraint sys-

Children on the front passenger

tems

seat

General information

General information

Pay attention to the specifications of the

Before using a child restraint system on the

child restraint system manufacturer when

front passenger seat, ensure that the front,

selecting, installing, and using child re-

knee, and side airbags on the front passen-

straint systems.

ger side are deactivated. For automatic de-

activation of front-seat passenger airbags,

Safety information

refer to page 156.

Warning

Safety information

The protective effect of child restraint sys-

tems and their fastening systems which

Warning

have been damaged or exposed to an acci-

Active front-seat passenger airbags can in-

dent can be limited or lost. A child cannot

jure a child in a child restraint system

be properly restrained in the event of an

when the airbags are activated. There is a

accident, braking or evasive maneuvers.

risk of injury. Make sure that the front-

There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.

seat passenger airbags are deactivated and

Do not use child restraint systems which

that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indica-

have been damaged or exposed to an acci-

tor light lights up.

dent.

If a child restraint system and its fasten-

ing system has been damaged or exposed

to an accident, have these systems

checked and replaced by the dealer's serv-

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ice center or another qualified service cen-

Seat position and height

ter or repair shop.

Before installing a child restraint system,

move the front passenger seat as far back as

possible and adjust its height to the highest

Warning

and thus best possible position for the belt

and to offer optimal protection in the event

The stability of the child restraint system

of an accident.

is limited or compromised with incorrect

seat adjustment or improper installation of

If the upper anchorage of the safety belt is

the child seat. There is a risk of injuries or

located in front of the belt guide of the child

danger to life. Make sure that the child re-

seat, move the front passenger seat care-

straint system fits securely against the

fully forward until the best possible belt

backrest. If possible, adjust the backrest

guide position is reached.

tilt for all affected backrests and correctly

adjust the seats. Make sure that seats and

Child seat security

backrests are securely engaged or locked.

If possible, adjust the height of the head

restraints or remove them.

On the rear seats

If the vehicle is equipped with a sliding rear

seat row: move the seats to the rearmost po-

sition before mounting a child restraint sys-

tem.

The rear safety belts and the front passen-

On the front passenger seat

ger safety belt can be permanently locked to

fasten child restraint systems.

Deactivating airbags

Locking the safety belt

Warning

1. Pull out the belt strap completely.

Active front-seat passenger airbags can in-

2. Secure the child restraint system with

jure a child in a child restraint system

the safety belt.

when the airbags are activated. There is a

3. Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and

risk of injury. Make sure that the front-

pull it tight against the child restraint

seat passenger airbags are deactivated and

system. The safety belt is locked.

that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indica-

tor light lights up.

Unlocking the safety belt

Before installing a child restraint system in

1. Unbuckle the safety belt buckle.

the front passenger seat, make sure that the

2. Remove the child restraint system.

front, knee and side airbags on the front

3. Allow the belt strap to be pulled in com-

passenger side are deactivated.

pletely.

Deactivate the front-seat passenger airbags

automatically, refer to page 156.

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In some cases it may be necessary to sepa-

Position

rate the lower belt attachment. Safety belts,

refer to page 88.

Symbol

Meaning

The corresponding symbol

shows the mounts for the

LATCH child restraint fixing

lower LATCH anchors.

system

Seats equipped with lower

anchors are marked with a

General information

pair, (2), of LATCH symbols.

LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil-

For vehicles equipped with

dren.

a middle seat:

Pay attention to the operating and safety in-

It is not recommended to

formation from the child restraint system

use the inner lower anchors

manufacturer when installing and using

of standard outer LATCH

LATCH child restraint fixing systems.

positions to fasten a child

restraint system on the

middle seat. Use the vehicle

Mounts for the lower LATCH

safety belt instead for the

anchors

middle seat.

The lower anchors may be used to attach

the CRS to the vehicle seat up to a com-

Before installing LATCH child

bined child and CRS weight of 65 lbs/30 kg

when the child is restrained by the internal

restraint fixing systems

harnesses.

Pull the safety belt away from the area of

the child restraint system.

Safety information

Assembly of LATCH child restraint

Warning

fixing systems

If the LATCH child restraint fixing sys-

1. Install child restraint system, see manu-

tems are not correctly engaged, the protec-

facturer's information.

tive effect of the LATCH child restraint

2. Ensure that both LATCH anchors are

fixing system can be limited. There is a

properly engaged.

risk of injuries or danger to life. Make sure

that the lower anchors are securely en-

gaged and that the LATCH child restraint

fixing system fits securely against the

backrest.

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Child restraint systems with tether

Routing the retaining strap

strap

Safety information

Warning

If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly

used for the child restraint system, the

protective effect can be reduced. There is

a risk of injury. Make sure that the upper

retaining strap does not run over sharp

1

Direction of travel

edges and is not twisted as it passes the

2

Head restraint

upper anchor.

3

Hook for upper retaining strap

4

Anchor

5

Seat backrest

Warning

6

Upper retaining strap

If the rear backrest is not locked, the pro-

tective effect of the child restraint system

is limited or there is none. In certain situa-

Attaching the upper retaining strap to

tions, for instance braking maneuvers or

the anchor

in case of an accident, the rear backrest

1. Raise the head restraint, if needed.

can fold forward. There is a risk of injuries

or danger to life. Make sure that the rear

2. On the rear seat: Guide the upper retain-

backrests are locked.

ing strap between or along both sides of

the supports of the head restraint to the

anchor.

NOTICE

3. Attach the hook of the retaining strap to

the anchor on the rear seat.

The anchors for the upper retaining straps

of child restraint systems are only pro-

4. Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it

vided for these retaining straps. When

down.

other objects are mounted, the anchors

can be damaged. There is a risk of damage

to property. Only mount child restraint

systems to the upper anchors.

Anchors

The respective symbol shows the an-

chor for the upper retaining strap.

Seats with an upper top tether are

marked with this symbol. It can be found on

the rear seat backrest or the rear window

shelf.

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Locking the doors and win-

dows

Doors

Push the locking lever on the rear doors up.

The door can now be opened from the out-

side only.

Safety switch for the rear

Press the button on the driver's

door if children are being trans-

ported in the rear.

This locks various functions so that they

cannot be operated from the rear: safety

switch, refer to page 80.

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Driving

Driving

To save battery power when the engine is

Vehicle features and options

off, switch off the ignition and any unneces-

sary electronic systems/power consumers.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with

Ignition off

the series. It also describes features and

functions that are not necessarily available

Manual transmission: press the Start/Stop

in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-

button again without stepping on the clutch

tions or country versions. This also applies

pedal.

to safety-related functions and systems.

Steptronic transmission: shift to selector

When using these functions and systems,

lever position P, press the Start/Stop button

the applicable laws and regulations must be

again without stepping on the brake.

observed.

All indicator lights in the instrument cluster

go out.

To save battery power when the engine is

Start/Stop button

off, switch off the ignition and any unneces-

sary electronic systems/power consumers.

Concept

Safety measures

Pressing the Start/Stop button

switches the ignition on or off

The ignition is switched off automatically in

and starts the engine.

the following situations while the vehicle is

stationary and the engine is off:

Steptronic transmission: the

engine starts in selector lever

-

When locking the vehicle, even if the

position P or N with the brake pedal pressed

low beams are switched on.

when you press the Start/Stop button.

-

Shortly before the battery is discharged

Manual transmission: the engine starts with

completely, so that the engine can still

the clutch pedal pressed when the Start/

be started. This function is only availa-

Stop button is pressed.

ble when the low beams are switched

off.

-

When opening or closing the driver

Ignition on

door, if the driver's safety belt is un-

Manual transmission: press the Start/Stop

buckled and the low beams are switched

button without stepping on the clutch

off.

pedal.

-

While the driver's safety belt is unbuck-

Steptronic transmission: press the Start/

led with driver's door open and low

Stop button, but do not press on the brake

beams off.

pedal at the same time.

-

When the front doors are opened if

All vehicle systems are ready for operation.

there is no other person sitting in the

Most of the indicator/warning lights in the

front seats.

instrument cluster light up for a varied

length of time.

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– The low beams switch to parking lights

– Shortly before the battery is discharged

after some minutes of no use.

completely, so that the engine can still

be started.

Steptronic transmission with a tap-operated

selector lever, refer to page 119: when

switching off the ignition, the selector lever

position P is engaged automatically if the

Starting the engine

selector lever position R, D or M/S is en-

gaged.

Safety information

Radio-ready state

DANGER

General information

If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila-

tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases

In the radio-ready state, certain power con-

can enter into the vehicle. The exhaust

sumers remain ready for operation.

gases contain pollutants which are color-

less and odorless. In enclosed areas, ex-

Activating

haust gases can also accumulate outside of

With the engine running, press the Start/

the vehicle. There is danger to life. Keep

Stop button.

the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient

If the engine is not running and the ignition

ventilation.

is switched on: the system automatically ac-

tivates radio-ready state when the door is

opened if the lights are switched off or the

Warning

daytime running lights are switched on.

An unsecured vehicle can begin to move

Radio-ready state remains active if, for in-

and possibly roll away. There is a risk of

stance the ignition is automatically

accident. Before exiting, secure the vehi-

switched off for the following reasons:

cle against rolling.

- Opening or closing the driver's door.

In order to ensure that the vehicle is se-

- Unfastening of the driver's safety belt.

cured against rolling away, follow the fol-

- When automatically switching from low

lowing:

beams to parking lights.

- Set the parking brake.

- On uphill grades or on a downhill

Switching off automatically

slope, turn the front wheels in the di-

The radio-ready state is switched off auto-

rection of the curb.

matically in the following situations:

- On uphill grades or on a downhill

- If the driver's or front passenger door is

slope, also secure the vehicle, for in-

opened when exiting the vehicle, with

stance with a wheel chock.

the engine switched off manually.

- If the ignition is switched off manually

with the Start/Stop button.

NOTICE

- After approx. 8 minutes.

In the case of repeated starting attempts

or repeated starting in quick succession,

- When the vehicle is locked using the

the fuel is not burned or is inadequately

central locking system.

burned. The catalytic converter can over-

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heat. There is a risk of damage to property.

Engine stop

Avoid repeated starting in quick succes-

sion.

Safety information

Gasoline engine

Warning

Depending on the motorization, the full

Unattended children or animals in the ve-

drive power may not be available for ap-

hicle can cause the vehicle to move and

proximately 30 seconds after starting the

endanger themselves and traffic, for in-

engine. In this case, the vehicle will not ac-

stance due to the following actions:

celerate as usual.

- Pressing the Start/Stop button.

- Releasing the parking brake.

Steptronic transmission

- Opening and closing the doors or

Starting the engine

windows.

1. Depress the brake pedal.

- Engaging selector lever position N.

- Using vehicle equipment.

2. Engage selector lever position P or N.

There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do

3. Press the Start/Stop button.

not leave children or animals unattended

The ignition is activated automatically for a

in the vehicle. Take the vehicle key with

brief time and is stopped as soon as the en-

you when exiting and lock the vehicle.

gine starts.

Manual transmission

Warning

An unsecured vehicle can begin to move

Starting the engine

and possibly roll away. There is a risk of

1. Depress the brake pedal.

accident. Before exiting, secure the vehi-

2. Press on the clutch pedal and shift to

cle against rolling.

neutral.

In order to ensure that the vehicle is se-

3. Press the Start/Stop button.

cured against rolling away, follow the fol-

lowing:

The ignition is activated automatically for a

brief time and is stopped as soon as the en-

- Set the parking brake.

gine starts.

- On uphill grades or on a downhill

slope, turn the front wheels in the di-

rection of the curb.

- On uphill grades or on a downhill

slope, also secure the vehicle, for in-

stance with a wheel chock.

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Steptronic transmission

Engine stop

Switching off the engine

Functional requirements

1. When the vehicle is stationary, apply

The engine is switched off automatically

the parking brake.

during a stop under the following condi-

tions:

2. Engage selector lever position P.

Manual transmission:

3. Press the Start/Stop button.

- Neutral is engaged and the clutch pedal

The engine is switched off.

is not pressed.

The radio-ready state is switched on.

- The driver's safety belt is buckled or the

driver's door is closed.

Manual transmission

Steptronic transmission:

Switching off the engine

- The selector lever is in selector lever po-

sition D.

1. With the vehicle at a standstill, press

- The brake pedal remains depressed

the Start/Stop button.

while the vehicle is stopped.

The engine is switched off.

- The driver's safety belt is buckled or the

The radio-ready state is switched on.

driver's door is closed.

2. Shift into first gear or reverse.

In order to be able to release the brake

3. Set the parking brake.

pedal, engage the selector lever in position

P. The engine remains off.

To continue driving depress the brake

Auto Start/Stop function

pedal. When a gear is engaged, the engine

starts automatically.

Concept

The air flow from the air conditioner is re-

duced when the engine is switched off.

The Auto Start/Stop function helps save

fuel. The system switches off the engine

Displays in the instrument cluster

during a stop, for instance in traffic conges-

tion or at traffic lights. The ignition remains

Instrument cluster without enhanced

switched on. The engine starts automati-

features: display

cally for driving off.

After each engine start using the Start/Stop

The display indicates that the

button, the Auto Start/Stop function is

Auto Start/Stop function is

ready and is activated at speeds faster than

ready for an Automatic engine

about 3 mph/5 km/h.

start.

Depending on the selected driving mode, re-

fer to page 177, the system is automatically

The display indicates that the

activated or deactivated.

conditions for an automatic

engine stop have not been

met.

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tomatically. A message appears on the

2. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition

Control Display, depending on the situa-

is switched off. The Auto Start/Stop

tion.

function is deactivated.

- When a situation is detected in which

3. Set the parking brake.

the vehicle needs to drive off immedi-

Manual transmission:

ately, the engine is started automati-

cally.

1. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition

is switched off. The Auto Start/Stop

The function may be restricted if the navi-

function is deactivated.

gation data is invalid, outdated or not avail-

able, for example.

2. Shift into first gear or reverse.

3. Set the parking brake.

Switching the system on/off

Engine start as usual via Start/Stop button.

Using the button

Automatic deactivation

In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop

function is deactivated automatically for

safety reasons, for instance if no driver is

detected.

Malfunction

The Auto Start/Stop function no longer

switches off the engine automatically. A

Check Control message is displayed. It is

Press the button.

possible to continue driving. Have the sys-

tem checked by a dealer's service center or

another qualified service center or repair

-

LED comes on: auto Start/Stop function

shop.

is deactivated.

The engine is started during an auto-

matic engine stop.

Parking brake

The engine can only be stopped or

started via the Start/Stop button.

Concept

-

LED goes out: auto Start/Stop function

is activated.

The parking brake is used to prevent the ve-

hicle from rolling when it is parked.

Switching off the vehicle during an

automatic engine stop

Safety information

During an automatic engine stop, the vehi-

cle can be switched off permanently, for in-

Warning

stance when leaving it.

An unsecured vehicle can begin to move

Steptronic transmission:

and possibly roll away. There is a risk of

accident. Before exiting, secure the vehi-

1. Engage selector lever position P.

cle against rolling.

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