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MINI how-to guide: This is how you operate contactless tailgate opening or closing of your MINI with Operating System 9.

Depending on the country of delivery and equipment, you can operate contactless tailgate opening or closing of your MINI with Operating System 9. Sensors detect a defined foot movement in the centre rear area at a distance of up to approx. 1.5 metres.

Requirements:

  • For contactless tailgate opening and closing, your MINI with Operating System 9 requires the options "automatic tailgate operation" (SA 316) and "Comfort Access" (SA 322).
  • Selector lever position "P" must be engaged.
  • Contactless tailgate opening and closing must be activated in the settings of your MINI.
  • Bluetooth® must be activated on your smartphone for contactless tailgate opening and closing with the MINI Digital Key Plus.

Important notes:

  • The hazard warning lights flash before contactless tailgate opening. An acoustic signal also sounds upon contactless closing.
  • If you operate contactless tailgate opening, locked doors remain locked.
  • In car washes, keep the vehicle key at a sufficient distance from the vehicle rear or deactivate the function to prevent the tailgate from being opened unintentionally.
  • The system uses sensors underneath the rear bumper of your vehicle.
  • In the Apps menu > "VEHICLE" > "Doors and windows" > "Tailgate", you can set the opening height and specify whether you want to open the tailgate with a foot movement and/or close it with a foot movement.

Depending on the country of delivery and equipment of your MINI, the availability and the range of functions may vary.

Step 1:
Position yourself in the centre behind the vehicle rear with your vehicle key or your smartphone with the MINI Digital Key Plus activated.

 

Step 2:

Move one foot under your vehicle and pull it back again immediately.

 

Note: You can stop the opening or closing process by moving your foot again.

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