Quick answer

An equipped 2025 MINI Countryman can automatically fold its exterior mirrors when the vehicle is locked.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified by MINI for Operating System 9 vehicles; this guide requires the power-folding mirror equipment on a 2025 U.S. Countryman.

Required equipment / service
MINI Operating System 9 and power-folding exterior mirrors
Compatibility check

Does the documented scope match your car?

This check combines the verified year, any source-supported powertrain scope, source-named trim/package and required equipment. It does not read a VIN or factory build record.

Source-named equipment or service
  • MINI Operating System 9 and power-folding exterior mirrors
Can you see the required control, menu or equipment on your vehicle?
Published availability and qualifications

Verified by MINI for Operating System 9 vehicles; this guide requires the power-folding mirror equipment on a 2025 U.S. Countryman.

Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Key fob & access orientation diagram for MINI Countryman
Key fob & access orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Open the Apps menu on the circular Interaction Unit.

  2. 02

    Select Vehicle.

  3. 03

    Choose Doors and windows, then Lock.

  4. 04

    Open Doors and windows within the lock settings.

  5. 05

    Enable Fold mirrors on lock/unlock and test it by locking the vehicle.

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Important limits

  • Vehicles without power-folding mirrors cannot use the setting.
  • Ice or a physical obstruction can prevent safe mirror movement.
  • Menu wording can vary slightly after a software update.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓If the setting is missing, verify the vehicle has power-folding mirrors.
  • ✓If only one mirror moves, clear obstructions and do not force it by hand.
  • ✓After a software reset, revisit the lock menu and confirm the option remains enabled.
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Primary evidence

MINI USA FAQ — Fold Mirrors When Locking in OS9

Relevant section or page: Vehicle access — exterior mirror lock setting. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.

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