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What can I do if my MINI does not detect the vehicle key and will not start?

If your MINI does not detect the physical vehicle key in the passenger area and cannot be started, the key's battery is discharged or the connection to the vehicle is faulty. Position the vehicle key near the steering column. In an emergency, you can start the vehicle with the integrated key or the integrated emergency detection. To do this, hold the back of the vehicle key against the marking on the steering column. If the problem persists, contact your MINI Service Partner.

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To prevent damage when parking, the exterior mirrors of your MINI with Operating System 9 can be folded in automatically when locking. To activate this function, select the foll...

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The battery replacement procedure may vary depending on the vehicle model. To replace the vehicle key battery of your MINI, you will need the same battery as in your vehicle key...

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The option "Comfort Access" (SA 322) allows you keyless access to your MINI. Depending on the model, you can unlock and lock the driver's door, front passenger door, tailgate an...

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Depending on the model and equipment, your MINI with Comfort Access unlocks when you fully grasp the handle of a vehicle door or contactlessly when you approach it. The unlockin...

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The ambient light in your MINI can be individually adjusted according to your wishes. To customise the ambient lighting in your MINI with MINI Operating System 9, choose: All ...

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To set the exterior lighting of your MINI with a MINI Controller and MINI system with a menu with displays in the form of tiles (ID6), select the following in the MINI system: "...

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This MINI how-to video describes how to replace the battery of the vehicle key of your MINI. MINI how-to video: https://youtu.be/K4QBEZdgf-4

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With the MINI Excitement Package, radiant highlights can be set in the interior and exterior. If the vehicle is unlocked by remote control, the driver is greeted with the exteri...

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To lock the vehicle from the outside, press the button on the vehicle key. Your MINI with Comfort Access locks contactlessly as soon as you leave the locking zone (radius of app...

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You can open the tailgate or boot lid of your MINI contactlessly with the option "Comfort Access" (SA 322) when you have the vehicle key with you or the Digital Key Plus on your...

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The welcome light automatically switches on individual lighting functions of the exterior and interior lighting of your MINI for a limited time when approaching the vehicle or w...

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In certain situations, it may be useful to secure the rear doors and windows, e.g. when transporting children. To activate the child lock for the rear doors of your MINI 5-door ...

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You can personalise the fully electric MINI Aceman (2024) to suit your needs. Four trims in expressive designs are available for the MINI Aceman, which characterise both interio...

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The Digital Key Plus is a digital vehicle key on your compatible smartphone (iOS or Android) or Apple Watch that allows you to lock, unlock and start your MINI Cooper (2024) con...

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You can air-condition the passenger area in your MINI for a certain time. Select the following in the MINI system: "My MINI" > "Vehicle settings" > "Climate comfort" > "For swit...

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The MINI 3-door, MINI 5-door, MINI Clubman, MINI Countryman, MINI Paceman and the MINI Convertible have three attachment points for ISOFIX child seats, two on the rear seat and ...

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Personal Mode in your MINI Cooper (2024) is the mode that offers special customisation options. For example, a personalised background image can be selected for the central inst...

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You can obtain a printed version of the Owner's Handbook for your MINI from your MINI Service Partner for a fee. MINI is increasingly dispensing with the traditional printed Own...

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Depending on the model and equipment, your MINI will automatically activate the seat heating as required, depending on the outside and interior temperature. When the automatic p...

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The Experience Modes in your MINI Cooper (2024) with Operating System 9 personalise the driving experience by configuring vehicle characteristics, displays and interior ambience...

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