2002 MINI Hardtop 2 Door oil change

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SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY Remaining distance for serviceThe displays shown in the illustration
appear for a few seconds when the ignition
key is in position 1 or after the engine is
started.
The next service due appears in miles (kilo-
meters) with the message INSPECTION or/
and OILSERVICE, together with the distance
remaining before the next scheduled
service. The computer bases its calculations
of the remaining distance on your driving
style in the period immediately preceding
your data request.
A flashing message and a "Ð" in front of the
number mean that the service interval has
already been exceeded by the distance
shown on the display. Please contact your
MINI center for an appointment.
For more information on the Service
Interval Display, see page 93.
Brake fluid changeYou can obtain a display of the number of
days remaining until the next due brake
fluid change, see page 92.
While the next due service is displayed,
press the button in the display element.
As of the due date of the brake fluid
change, the clock symbol also lights up in
the remaining distance display for Service,
see left column. Please contact your MINI
center for an appointment.
Periods of immobilization in which
the battery is disconnected are not
taken into account by the display.
For this reason, ensure that the brake fluid,
independent of the display, is replaced
every two years at the latest, see page 92.<

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TIRE REPLACEMENT WHEEL AND TIRE COMBINATIONS Tire age The date on which the tire was manufac-
tured is indicated by the code on the side-
wall:
DOT ... 1202 indicates that the tire was
manufactured in Week 12 of the year 2002.
The manufacturer of your MINI recom-
mends replacement of all tires Ð including
the space-saver spare tire, after no more
than 6 years. Safety (run-flat) tires*
For replacement, use only safety tires,
as in the event of a flat tire there is no
space-saver spare tire.
You will recognize safety tires by a circular
symbol containing the letters RSC on the
side of the tire, see pages 110, 80.<
The right choiceThe factory-approved normal tires and
safety tires are matched to the vehicle and
have been selected to provide optimum
driving safety and the desired driving
comfort.
Never mount wheels and tires that
have not been specifically approved
by the manufacturer for use on your partic-
ular model. Although other wheels and
tires may theoretically have the same
dimensions, variations in factors such as
manufacturing tolerances can result in
contact between tire and bodywork, ulti-
mately leading to serious accidents. The
manufacturer cannot evaluate non-
approved wheels and tires to determine if
they are suited for use, and therefore
cannot ensure the operating safety of the
vehicle if they are fitted.<
The manufacturer has tested certain tire
brands in each size, categorized them as
safe for use on the road, and approved
them. Contact your MINI center for more
details.
The correct wheel and tire combina-
tion affects various systems that
would otherwise be impaired, e.g. ABS,
ASC+T and DSC.
For this reason, use only tires of the same
manufacture and tread configuration. In
the event of a flat tire, for example,
remount the approved wheel and tire
combination as soon as possible.<
StorageStore tires in a cool, dry place, protecting
them against light whenever possible.
Protect the tires against contact with oil,
grease and fuel.Tire changes between axlesDepending on individual operating condi-
tions, different wear patterns appear on
the front and rear axles. In the interests of
safety and optimized handling characteris-
tics, a change between the axles is not
recommended.

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ENGINE OILAdding engine oil Only top up oil when the oil level has
dropped to just above the lower notch of
the dipstick, but before it goes below this
mark.
MINI engines are designed to operate
without oil additives; the use of addi-
tives could lead to damage in some cases.
This also applies to the CVT, the manual
transmission, and the differential.<
The manufacturer recommends that you
have the oil changed only at your MINI
center.
Continuous exposure to used oil has
caused cancer in laboratory testing.
For this reason, any skin areas that come
into contact with oil should be thoroughly
washed with soap and water.
Always store oil, grease, etc., out of reach of
children. Comply with all warning labels
and information on lubricant containers.<
Comply with the applicable environ-
mental laws regulating the disposal
of used oil.<
Approved engine oilsThe quality of the engine oil selected has
critical significance for the operation and
service life of an engine. Based on extensive
testing, the manufacturer approves only
certain grades of engine oil.
You can find out from your MINI
center which individual oils have
been approved by the manufacturer. you may use small volumes of other oils
between oil changes in exceptional cases.
One of the following oil specifications must
be on the oil package:
>Preferred: BMW Longlife-01
>Alternative: BMW Longlife-98,
BMW Longlife or ACEA A3.

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OVERVIEW REPAIRSOPERATIONCONTROLS DATA INDEX
MINI MAINTENANCE SYSTEMThe MINI Maintenance System has been
designed as a reliable means of providing
maximum driving and operating safety Ð
and as cost-effectively as possible for you.
Please bear in mind that regular mainte-
nance is not only necessary for the safety
of your vehicle, but also plays a significant
role in maintaining the resale value of the
vehicle.
Service Interval DisplayWhile conventional systems specify main-
tenance according to rigid distances driven,
the MINI Maintenance System takes
account of the operating conditions of the
vehicle, for distances can be driven in many
different ways:
From the point of view of maintenance,
60.000 miles (100 .000 km) of short-
distance driving cannot be regarded in the
same way as 60.000 miles (100 .000 km) of
long-distance highway travel.
The condition-based MINI Maintenance
System includes the Engine Oil Service and
Inspections I and II.
Determining the maintenance intervals
according to the actual use of the vehicle
covers every kind of operating situation.
People who drive very little Ð much less
than 6 .000 miles (10.000 km) per year Ð
should have the engine oil changed at least
every 2 years since oil deteriorates over
time, regardless of use.
For more information on the Service
Interval Display, see page 57.
Service and Warranty Information
Booklet (US models)/Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet (Canadian
models) For additional information on maintenance
intervals and procedures, please refer to
the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet (US models) or the Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models).
As a precaution against rust, it is advisable
to have the body checked for damage from
rocks or gravel at the same time, depending
upon operating conditions.
Have your vehicle's maintenance
and repairs performed at your MINI
center.
Be sure that all maintenance work is
confirmed in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet (US models) or the
Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Cana-
dian models). These entries are your proof
that the vehicle has received regular main-
tenance. They are also a requirement for
warranty claims.<

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CAPACITIES
Notes
Fuel tank
Reserve gal./liters
gal./litersapprox. 13.2/50
approx. 2.1/8Fuel quality, see page 78
Windshield washer/
headlamp cleaning systemquarts/liters
quarts/litersapprox. 2.6/2.5
approx. 2.6/2.5 More details, see page 89
Cooling system including heater circuit quarts/liters 5.6/5.3 MINI COOPER
6.3/6.0 MINI COOPER SMore details, see page 91
Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters 4.7/4.5 MINI COOPER
4.7/4.5 MINI COOPER SLonglife Oil
More details, see page 89
Manual transmission, incl. differential quarts/liters approx. 2.1/2 MINI COOPER
approx. 1.8/1.7 MINI COOPER SContact your MINI center for more
details
Continuously Variable automatic
Transmission (CVT), incl. differentialquarts/liters approx. 4.2/4.0 MINI COOPER Contact your MINI center for more
details

EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z
132
Luggage compartment
cover 71
Luggage compartment lamp
bulb replacement 105
Luggage rack
see Roof-mounted luggage
rack 73
Lumbar support 32 M
M+S tires 85
Maintenance 57,
93
Maintenance System 93
Manual operation
driver's door 25
sliding/tilt sunroof 30
tailgate 27
Manual transmission 45
Manufacturer 6
Master key 22
initialization 22
MD player, see separate
Owner's Manual
Mechanical key 22
MFL (Multifunction steering
wheel) 18
Microfilter 66,
69
Mini Disc player, see separate
Owner's Manual MINI Maintenance System 93
MINI manufacturer 6
MINI Mobility System 100
Mirrors 36
Mobility System, see MINI
Mobility System 100
Modifications, technical 96
Multifunction steering wheel
(MFL) 18
Multifunction switch 49
N
Navigation system, see
separate Owner's
Manual 14
Non-smoker's equipment
package, see Cigarette lighter
socket 70
Nozzles 66,
69
O
OBD interface socket 96
Odometer 55
Oil 89
additives 90
level 15
prescribed oils 90
pressure 15 Oil change intervals, see Service
and Warranty Booklet (US
models)/Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet
(Canadian models)
Oil service 57
Old batteries 111
Onboard tool kit 100
Opening
from inside 26
from outside 23
Outside temperature
display 59
P
Package tray, see Luggage
compartment cover 71
Park Distance Control (PDC) 63
Parking brake 16,
44
Parking lamps 49
bulb replacement 102
Parking lamps/Low beams 49
Parking, vehicle 76
PDC (Park Distance Control) 63
Plastic 95
Pollen 66
Pollen filter 69
Power output 17, 120 Power supply 12 V 70
Power windows 28
Pressure, tires 80,
109
Q
Quality Grading, tire 83 R
Radiator 91
Radio, see separate Owner's
Manual
Rain sensor 51
Reading lamps 50
Rear backrest
foldable 71
Rear fog lamp 50
bulb replacement 103
Rear lamps 45,
103
Rear window defroster
automatic climate
control 68
heating and climate
control 65
Rear window wiper 52
replacing 100
Rearview mirror 36
Recirculated-air mode
air contitioner system 65
automatic climate
control 68