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How to use the electronic gear shift on a Mini Cooper

Model: Mini Mini Countryman2, F60 - Years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Part: Transmission

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In the Mini R60, the gear knob has 4 main positions: P, R, N, D and a S/M side mode. P (Park): This is the button shaped like a "P" found at the top or side of the knob.

Press it to put the car in neutral and lock the gearbox (only when the car is stationary!). R (Reverse): Pull the knob back (towards the rear seat) with the brake pressed. N (Neutral): Push the knob forward (towards the dashboard) once.

Finally, D (Drive): Push the knob forward again for the car to start automatically. For manual/sport mode (M/S): Push the knob to the left from position D to enter Sport/Manual mode.

From there, you can change gears manually using the paddles on the steering wheel.


Posted on 23 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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