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Adding engine oil
Do not add the maximum quantity of 1 US
quart/1 liter of engine oil until the oil level has
dropped to just above the lower mark on the
dipstick, page106.
Add oil within the next 30 miles/50 km;
otherwise, the engine could be
damaged.<
Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of
children and comply with the warnings on
the containers. Otherwise, health hazards may
result.<
Oil change
Have the oil changed only by a MINI dealer or a
workshop that has specially trained personnel
working in accordance with the specifications of
the MINI manufacturer.
Oil types
Do not use oil additives as this could result
in engine damage.<
Approved engine oils
Your dealer can advise you on which engine oils
have been approved by the manufacturer of
your MINI.
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the
engine.
Only use approved High Performance oil.
The approved oils are SAE 0W-40, 0W-30,
5W-40 and 5W-30.<
Alternative oil types
If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/1 liter of another oil with the fol-
lowing specification may be used:
API SM or higher
Coolant
Do not add coolant to the cooling system
when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant
can cause burns.<
Coolant consists of half water and half additive.
Not all commercially available additives are suit-
able for your MINI. Your MINI dealer knows
which additives are suitable and will be glad to
advise you.
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may result. Because addi-
tives are harmful to your health, it is important
to follow the instructions on the containers.<
Comply with the appropriate environmen-
tal protection regulations when disposing
of coolant additives.<
Checking coolant level
1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.
2.Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little
counterclockwise to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape, then continue turning
to open.
3.The coolant level is correct if it is between
the Min and Max markings.
4.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
5.Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
6.Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi-
nated as soon as possible.
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Engine
– breaking in84
– data142
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature49
– speed142
– starting41
– starting, Comfort Access27
– switching off41
Engine compartment106
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant107
Engine oil
– adding107
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils107
– alternative oil types107
– approved engine oils107
– capacity107
– checking level106
– dipstick106
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements53
– MINI Maintenance
System108
Engine oil level, checking106
Engine output, refer to Engine
data142
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine41
Error messages, refer to Check
Control55
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC58
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system84
Exterior mirrors35
– adjusting35
– automatic heating35
– folding in and out35
External audio device79
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away125
– for tying down loads88F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control55
Failure of an electrical
consumer123
Fasten safety belts reminder,
refer to Seat belt
reminder34
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts34
Filter
– microfilter for air
conditioner74
– microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control76
Fine wood, care112
First aid pouch124
Fixture for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock40
Flash when locking/
unlocking22
Flat tire
– run-flat tires103
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM62
Flat Tire Monitor FTM60
– indicating a flat tire61
– initializing the system60
– snow chains60
– system limits60
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition102
Floor mats, care112
Floor plate, refer to Level load
floor87
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb116,118
Folding rear seat backrest86
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely85
Footwell lamps70
For your own safety5
Front airbags65
Front fog lamps69
– indicator lamp128
– replacing bulb116Front seat adjustment31
Frost on windows, refer to
Defrosting windows74,75
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor60
Fuel95
– gauge50
– high-quality brands95
– quality95
– specifications95
– tank capacity144
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Fuel filler flap94
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction94
Fuses123
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control77
Gasoline
– refer to Average
consumption50
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Gasoline, refer to Required
fuel95
Gear indicator
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
Gear shifting
– automatic transmission42
– manual transmission42
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
– manual transmission42
General driving notes84
Glass sunroof, electric29
– convenient operation22,24
– opening, closing29
– raising29
– remote control22
