Does anyone have any pictures or instructions for running a wire from the dash to the MINI factory armrest? Specifically the AUX input. I'd really like to put my iPod in the armrest.

 

Remove the 2 side covers at the base of the armrest (1 screw each side)
Then tuck the wire under the edge of the gear console & hand brake console, & thread it up through the hole revealed by removing the 2 covers. then run it along the armrest slot.. Remove the armrest tray & drill a small hole in it

 

Thanks! I'll have to check it out tonight.

 

I did it! Wasn't difficult, just a lot of tucking the wire under the center console stuff.

Here's a few pics.

The line in the armrest:


iPod connected:


Cable run on underside of armrest:


And Finally, the interior after:


The only place with the wire showing is about a quarter inch between the tray under the e-brake and the mirror control box.