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What is the Alarm System in my MINI?

The alarm system issues a visual and acoustic signal when someone attempts to open the locked vehicle incorrectly. When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm system reacts to the following changes:

– If a door, the hood, or the cargo area is opened.

– If movement is detected inside the vehicle.

– If the vehicle has a different tilt, e.g., due to an attempt to steal a wheel or when towing.

– If the battery voltage is interrupted.

– If the diagnostic socket is used improperly. 

– If the vehicle is locked when a device is connected to the diagnostic socket.

 

The alarm system signals these changes visually and acoustically: 

– Acoustic alarm: Depending on local regulations, the acoustic alarm may be suppressed.

– Optical alarm: By flashing of the hazard warning system and headlights, where required.

Do not modify the system to ensure function of the alarm system.  

 

Turning the alarm system on/off:

The alarm system is activated or deactivated as soon as the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The alarm system does not turn on if the vehicle is locked manually from the inside.  

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