Mini COOPER Convertible, Owner'S Manual

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KEYS CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM
Depending on your vehicle's equipment
vesion, you will have received the following
keys:
1 Master keys with remote control
2 Spare key
Master keys with remote control
In every master key with remote control,
there is an extended-life battery as a power
supply that is charged automatically in the
ignition lock as you drive.
You should therefore use each master key at
least twice a year to maintain the charge sta-
tus.
Depending on which master key the vehicle
detects when it is unlocked, different settings
will be called up and executed inside the vehi-
cle, refer to Vehicle Memory on page
49 .
Spare key
For keeping in a safe place, e.g. in your wal-
let. This key is not intended for constant
use.
The concept
The central locking system is ready for
operation whenever the driver's door is
closed. The doors, the tailgate and the fuel
filler door are unlocked or locked.
The central locking system locks or unlocks
your vehicle:
>
When operated from the outside via the
remote control as well as via the door
lock
>
When operated from the inside via a
switch
>
The vehicle is unlocked automatically
when the ignition key is pulled out of the
ignition switch.
If operated from outside, the anti-theft sys-
tem is activated at the same time. This pre-
vents the doors from being unlocked via
safety lock buttons or door handles.
In the event of a sufficiently severe acci-
dent, the central locking system unlocks
automatically. The hazard warning flashers
and interior lamps are also switched on.
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