Contents

AT A GLANCE
- Cockpit
  - Vehicle features and options
  - All around the steering wheel
  - All around the center console
  - All around the roofliner
- Onboard monitor
  - Vehicle features and options
  - The concept
  - Control elements at a glance
  - Operating concept
  - Touchpad
  - Example: setting the clock
  - Status information
  - Split screen
  - Programmable memory buttons
  - Deleting personal in the vehicle
  - Entering letters and numbers
- Voice activation system
  - Vehicle features and options
  - The concept
  - Requirements
  - Using voice activation
  - Possible commands
  - One example: open the tone settings
  - Setting the voice dialog
  - Adjusting the volume
  - Hints on Emergency Requests
  - Environmental conditions
- Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
CONTROLS
- Opening and closing
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Remote control/key
  - Personal Profile
  - Using the remote control
  - Without remote control
  - Tailgate
  - Comfort Access
  - Adjusting
  - Alarm system
  - Power windows
  - Panoramic glass sunroof
- Adjusting
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Sitting safely
  - Seats
  - Safety belts
  - Front head restraints
  - Rear head restraints
  - Mirrors
  - Steering wheel
- Transporting children safely
  - Vehicle features and options
  - The right place for children
  - Installing child restraint systems
  - LATCH child restraint system
  - ON 5-door models: Locking the doors and windows
- Driving
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Start/Stop button
  - Starting the engine
  - Engine stop
  - Auto Start/Stop function
  - Parking brake
  - Turn signal, high beams, headlight flasher
  - Washer/wiper system
  - Washer fluid
  - Manual transmission
  - Steptronic transmission
- Displays
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Instrument cluster
  - Check Control
  - Fuel gauge
  - Tachometer
  - Odometer and trip odometer
  - External temperature
  - Time
  - Date
  - Range
  - Current fuel consumption
  - Service requirements
  - Gear shift indicator
  - Speed limit detection
  - Selection lists in the instrument cluster
  - On-board computer
  - Driving Excitement
  - Speed warning
  - Settings on the Control Display
  - LED ring on the central instrument cluster
  - Head-up Display
  - Chrono package in the cockpit
- Lights
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Overview
  - Parking lights, cornering lights and roadside parking lights
  - Welcome lights and headlight courtesy delay feature
  - Automatic headlight control
  - Daytime running lights
  - Cornering lamp
  - High-beam Assistant
  - Fog lights
  - Instrument lighting
  - Interior lights
- Safety
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Airbags
  - Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
  - FTM Flat Tire Monitor
  - Intelligent Safety
  - Front-end collision warning with City Braking function
  - Pedestrian warning with city braking function
  - Brake force display
- Driving stability control systems
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Antilock Brake System ABS
  - Brake assistant
  - DSC Dynamic Stability Control
  - DTC Dynamic Traction Control
  - Performance Control
  - Dynamic Damping Control
  - Driving Dynamics Control
  - Drive-off assistant
- Driving comfort
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Camera-based cruise control, ACC
  - Cruise control
  - PDC Park Distance Control
  - Rearview camera
  - Parking assistant
- Climate control
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Air conditioner
  - Automatic climate control
  - Ventilation
  - Parked-car ventilation
- Interior equipment
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Universal Integrated Remote Control
  - Digital compass
  - Sun visor
  - Ashtray/cigarette lighter
  - Connecting electrical devices
  - USB interface
  - Cargo area
- Storage compartments
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Hints
  - Overview
  - Glove compartment
  - Storage compartment above the glove compartment
  - Compartments in the doors
  - Center armrest
  - Cupholders
  - Clothes hooks
  - Storage space under cargo floor panel
  - Variable trunk floor
DRIVING TIPS
- Things to remember when driving
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Breaking-in period
  - General driving notes
- Loading
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Hints
  - Determining the load limit
  - Load
  - Stowing cargo
  - Securing cargo
  - Roof-mounted luggage rack
  - Rear luggage rack
- Saving fuel
  - Vehicle features and options
  - General information
  - Remove unnecessary cargo
  - Remove attached parts following use
  - Close the windows and glass sunroof
  - Tires
  - Drive away without delay
  - Look well ahead when driving
  - Avoid high engine speeds
  - Use coasting conditions
  - Switch off the engine during longer stops
  - Switch off any functions that are not currently needed
  - Have maintenance carried out
  - GREEN mode
MOBILITY
- Refueling
  - Vehicle features and options
  - General information
  - Fuel lid
  - Observe the following when refueling
- Fuel
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Fuel recommendation
- Wheels and tires
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Tire inflation pressure
  - Tire identification marks
  - Tire tread
  - Tire damage
  - Changing wheels and tires
  - Run-flat tires
  - Repairing a flat tire
  - Mobility System
  - Snow chains
- Engine compartment
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Important features in the engine compartment
  - Hood
- Engine oil
  - Vehicle features and options
  - General information
  - Electronic oil measurement
  - Adding engine oil
  - Engine oil types to add
  - Engine oil change:
- Coolant
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Hints
  - Coolant level
  - Disposal
- Maintenance
  - Vehicle features and options
  - MINI maintenance system
  - Condition Based Service CBS
  - Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
  - Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis
- Replacing components
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Onboard vehicle tool kit
  - Wiper blade replacement
  - Lamp and bulb replacement
  - Changing wheels
  - Vehicle battery
  - Fuses
- Breakdown assistance
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Hazard warning flashers
  - Warning triangle
  - First aid kit
  - Jump-starting
  - Tow-starting and towing
- Care
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Car washes
  - Vehicle care
REFERENCE
- Technical data
  - Vehicle features and options
  - Note
  - Dimensions
  - Weights
  - Capacities
- Appendix

Mini Hardtop 4 Door Mini Connected 2015 Owner's Manual

Mini Hardtop 4 Door Mini Connected 2015 manual cover

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Mini Hardtop 4 Door Mini Connected 2015 Specification

The 2015 Mini Hardtop 4 Door with Mini Connected is a compact vehicle that amalgamates iconic design with advanced technology. Powered by a 1.5-liter, inline 3-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine, it delivers 134 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. The car features a 6-speed manual transmission as standard, with an optional 6-speed automatic transmission for enhanced driving flexibility. The exterior dimensions exhibit practicality with a length of 157.4 inches, a width of 68 inches, and a height of 56.1 inches, offering a wheelbase of 101.1 inches that ensures ample passenger space.

The Mini Connected system integrates advanced infotainment capabilities, providing a 6.5-inch high-resolution display that supports navigation, smartphone integration, and real-time traffic updates. The system is compatible with both iOS and Android devices, enabling seamless connectivity through Bluetooth and USB interfaces. Comfort and convenience are prioritized with features like automatic climate control, a multi-function steering wheel, and ambient lighting that enhances the cabin's atmosphere. Safety is addressed through a range of advanced features, including dynamic stability control, anti-lock braking system (ABS), and multiple airbags strategically placed throughout the vehicle.

Fuel efficiency is notable, with the manual transmission model achieving an estimated 28 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway. The 4-door configuration provides added practicality, accommodating five passengers and offering a trunk capacity of 13.1 cubic feet, which can be expanded by folding down the rear seats. Overall, the 2015 Mini Hardtop 4 Door Mini Connected combines spirited performance, modern connectivity, and everyday practicality, making it a versatile choice for urban driving and beyond.

Mini Hardtop 4 Door Mini Connected 2015 F.A.Q.

How do I connect my smartphone to the Mini Connected system in the 2015 Mini Hardtop 4 Door?

To connect your smartphone, ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your device. Navigate to the Mini Connected menu on the car's display, select 'Add new device', and follow the on-screen instructions to pair your phone.

What should I do if the Mini Connected system is not recognizing my phone?

First, ensure Bluetooth is activated on your phone. Restart your phone and the Mini Connected system. If the issue persists, delete the pairing and attempt to reconnect.

How can I update the Mini Connected software on my 2015 Mini Hardtop 4 Door?

Software updates can be performed by visiting an authorized Mini dealer. They have the tools and expertise to update the system safely.

What is the procedure to reset the Mini Connected system?

To reset the system, go to 'Settings' in the Mini Connected menu, select 'Reset', and follow the instructions. This will restore factory settings.

How do I troubleshoot navigation issues in the Mini Connected system?

Check for GPS signal reception and ensure the navigation software is up to date. Restart the system if necessary. If issues continue, consult a Mini service center.

Can I use voice commands with the Mini Connected system?

Yes, the Mini Connected system supports voice commands. Press the voice command button on the steering wheel and speak your command clearly.

How do I maintain the Mini Connected system to ensure optimal performance?

Regularly update the software, clear cache and unnecessary data, and consult the owner's manual for maintenance schedules.

What are some common connectivity issues with the Mini Connected system?

Common issues include Bluetooth connection drops, app malfunctions, and navigation errors. Restarting the system often resolves these problems.

Is it possible to customize the display settings on the Mini Connected system?

Yes, you can customize display settings by accessing the 'Settings' menu in the Mini Connected interface and adjusting the options to your preference.

How can I ensure my Mini Connected system's navigation maps are current?

To ensure your maps are current, visit a Mini dealer for updates or check for any available updates via the Mini Connected interface if supported.