Mini 2012 Coupe Roadster Convertible User Manual

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Driving

CONTROLS

Removing the key

To remove the key from the ignition lock, first
move the selector lever into position P and then
switch off the engine: interlock. Remove the key
from the ignition lock, refer to page

Selector lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

Displays in the tachometer

P R N D DS M1 to M6
The selector lever position is displayed, or the
current gear in the manual mode.

Changing selector lever positions

The selector lever can only be moved out of
position P when the ignition is switched on
or the engine is running.

Before moving the lever away from P or N
with the vehicle stationary, first depress the
brake; otherwise, the selector lever will
refuse to move: shiftlock.

To prevent the vehicle from creeping
after you select a driving position,

depress the brake until you are ready to
start.

A lock prevents accidental shifting into selector
lever positions R and P.

Overriding the selector lever lock

Press the button on the front of the selector
lever, arrow.

P Park

Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.
The front wheels are blocked.

R Reverse

Select this only when the vehicle is stationary.

N Neutral

Select this when you are in a car wash, for
example. The vehicle can roll.

D Drive, automatic position

Position for normal vehicle operation. All
forward gears are selected automatically.
Under normal operation conditions, fuel con-
sumption is lowest when you drive in position D.

Kickdown

Kickdown enables you to achieve maximum
performance.
Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the full-
throttle resistance point.