Mini 2007 Cooper - Manual (Page 25)

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locks the vehicle after some time if no
door has been opened.
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The central locking system automatically
locks the vehicle as soon as you drive off.
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The central locking system automatically
locks the vehicle after some time if no
door has been opened, or as soon as you
drive off.
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The central locking system remains
unlocked.
9. Press and hold the button until the display
changes. The setting is stored.
Tailgate
In order to avoid damage, make sure
there is sufficient clearance before open-
ing the tailgate. <
Opening
Press the button in the handle, arrow, or the
button of the remote control, for an
extended period. The tailgate is unlocked and
can be opened.
In some national-market versions, the tail-
gate cannot be unlocked using the remote
control unless the vehicle is unlocked first. <
Opening manually
In the event of an electrical malfunction.
1. Fold the rear seat bench upward.
2. Pull the ring.
The tailgate is released.
The tailgate is locked as soon as it is pressed
shut.
Closing
The handle recesses on the interior trim panel of
the tailgate make it easier to pull it down.
Make sure that the closing path of the tail-
gate is clear, otherwise injuries may
result. <
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