BMW 2004 Mini Convertible Cooper Manuel D’Utilisation

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CRUISE CONTROL
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Press and hold button 3.
The vehicle accelerates without pressure 
on the accelerator pedal. When you release 
the button, the system maintains and 
stores the current speed.
If, on a downhill gradient, the engine 
braking effect is not sufficient, the 
controlled speed may be exceeded. Speed 
can drop on uphill grades if the engine out-
put is insufficient.
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To decelerate
Press button 4.
If you are already driving with active cruise 
control, the speed is decreased by approx. 
1 mph / 2 km/h every time you briefly tap 
the button.
Press and hold button 4.
With the cruise control active, the system 
automatically reduces the throttle opening 
to slow the vehicle. When you release the 
button, the system maintains and stores 
the current speed.
To cancel the cruise control
The cruise control is automatically can-
celed:
>When the brakes are applied
>When the clutch pedal is depressed
>If the cruising speed is either exceeded or 
not met for an extended length of time, 
for example if you press the accelerator 
pedal and exceed the stored speed.
The indicator lamp stays lit.  
You can use the cruise control again as 
required.
On the multifunction steering wheel, the 
cruise control can be interrupted manually:
When the system is activated, press 
button 2. 
To continue cruise control
Press button 1.
The vehicle accelerates to and maintains 
the last speed stored.
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