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How to Set the Time in a Mini Cooper

Model: Mini Mini R56, R55, R57 - Years 2007-2014
Part: Clock

In this tutorial, you will learn how to set the time in a Mini Cooper, a very simple and quick operation to perform, for example, after disconnecting the battery or when switching to daylight saving time. First, enter the cabin, then turn on the instrument cluster and press the "HOME" button on the central console. Next, go to the "Settings" section, select "Time/Date" and adjust the time, date, and formats as needed. To save the setting, simply return to the main screen.

Updated on 7 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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