2012 MINI Clubman fuel additives

RefuelingMOBILITY
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MINI Clubman:
Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump
symbol; the fuel filler flap opens.
Observe the following when refueling
Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when
handling fuel; otherwise, there is a danger of
personal injury and property damage. <
Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise,
overflowing fuel can cause damage to the
environment and the vehicle.<
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler
nozzle while filling the tank, as that would lead
to
> premature pump shutoff
> reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor
recovery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
If the range displayed is less than
30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other-
wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and
damage could occur. <
Approx. 13.2 US gal/50 liters, including the
reserve capacity of 2.1 US gal/8 liters.
Fuel specifications
Gasoline
For optimum fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be free of sulfur or as low in sulfur as possible.
Fuels that are labeled at the pump as containing
metal may not be used.
Do not fill the tank with leaded gasoline or
gasoline that contai ns metal additives,
such as manganese or iron; otherwise, long term
damage to the catalytic converter or other com-
ponents may result. <
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of up to
10 %, that is, E10, can be used.
The ethanol should meet the following quality
standards:
US: ASTM 4806-xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511-xx
xx: Always observe currently valid standards.
Do not fill the tank with E85, i.e. fuel con-
taining 85 % ethanol, nor with FlexFuel.
Otherwise, the engine and fuel supply system
will be damaged. <
The engine is knocking regulated. Therefore,
different grades of gasoline can be used for
refueling.
Recommended gasoline grades
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends:
> AKI 91.
> John Cooper Works AKI 93.
Minimum grade
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends
AKI 89.
Do not use any gasoline below the speci-
fied minimum fuel grade. Otherwise, the
engine could be damaged. <
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI rating,
the engine may produce knocking sounds when
starting at high external temperatures. This has
no effect on the engine life.
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
Everything from A to Z
Index
A
ABS Antilock Brake System64
Accepting a call 121
Accessories, see Vehicle equipment 4
Acknowledgment signals for locking/unlocking vehicle 24
Activated-charcoa l filter for
automatic climate control 84
Adaptive Light Control 77
Adding engine oil 145
Additives
– coolant 146
– engine oil 145
Adjusting temperature inside the car, refer to Air
conditioner 81
Adjusting temperature inside the car, refer to Automatic
climate control 82
Airbags 72
– sitting safely 35
– warning lamp 73
Air conditioner 80
Air conditioning mode
– air conditioner 81
– automatic cl imate control82
– ventilation 84
Air distribution
– automatic 83
– individual 82
– manual 82
Air flow rate 81,83
– air conditioning system 81
– automatic cl imate control83
– heating, ventilation 81
Airing, refer to Ventilation84
Air outlets, refer to Air vents 80
Air pressure, checking, refer to Tire inflation pressure 131Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode 81,83
Air supply
– air conditioner 81
– automatic climate control 82
– ventilation 84
Air vents 80
AKI, refer to Fuel grade 129
Alarm system 29
All-season tires, refer to Winter tires 141
Ambient air, refer to Recirculated-air
mode 81,83
Ambient lighting 79
Antenna, care 149
An

tifreeze
– coolant 146
– washer fluid 52
Antilock Brake System ABS 64
Anti-theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 29
Anti-theft system 23
Approved axle loads, refer to Weights 191
Approved engine oils 145
Approved gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 191
Armrest, refer to Center armrest 89
Ashtray 91
Assistant systems, refer to
– Dynamic Stability Control DSC 64
Audio device, external 89
Automatic
– air distribution 83
– air flow rate 83
– cruise control 52
– headlamp control 75Automatic climate control
80
– automatic air distribution 83
Automatic station search 105
Automatic station storage 106
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 46
– interlock 47
– overriding selector lever lock 48
– shiftlock 47
– sport program 48
AUTO program for automatic
climate control 83
Auto radio, refer to Radio MINI Boost CD 104
AUX-In, refer to External audio device 89
AUX-In connection 104
Average fuel consumption 55
– setting the units 58
Average speed 56
Axle loads, refer to Weights 191
B
Background lighting, refer to
Ambient lighting 79
Backrests, refer to Seats 36
Backup lamps
– replacing bulb 158,159
Band-aids, refer to First aid
pouch 167
Bar, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 170
Base plate for telephone or mobile phone
– refer to Snap-in adapter 124
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Drive-off assistant, refer to Hill
Assist 66
Driving dynamics control, refer to Sport button 66
Driving lamps, refer to Parking lamps/low beams 75
Driving notes 94
Driving off on inclines, refer to Hill Assist 66
Driving stability control
systems 64
Driving through water 95
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes 94
Dry air, refer to Cooling function 84
DSC Dynamic Stability Control 64
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control 65
Dynamic Brake Control DBC, refer to Brake Assist 64
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 64
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC 65
E
Eject button 110
Electrical malfunction
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 128
Electric power windows
– initializing 33
Electronic brake-force
distribution 64
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 64
Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation
– door lock 26
– fuel filler flap 128
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission 48 Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance 167
Ending a call 122
Engine
– breaking in 94
– data 186
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature 146
– speed 186
– starting, Comfort Access 30
Engine compartment 143
Engine coolant, refer to Coolant 146
Engine oil
– additives, refer to Approved engine oils 145
– alternative oil types 145
– approved engine oils 145
– capacity 145
– checking level 144
– dipstick 144
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements 59
– MINI Maintenance
System 147
Engine oil level, checking 144
Engine output, refer to Engine
data 186
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine 45
ESP Electronic Stability Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC 64
Exhaust system, refer to Hot exhaust system 95
Exterior mirrors 39
– adjusting 39
– automatic heating 39
– folding in and out 39
External audio device 89,104
External care 149
External temperature display
– change units of measure 58
– in the onboard computer 58Eyes
– for tow-

starting and towing
away 169
– for tying down loads 99
F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control 61
Failure of an electrical
consumer 166
Fastening safety be lts, refer to
Safety belts 38
Fast forward
– CD 109
Fault messages, refer to Check
Control 61
Filter
– microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control 84
– microfilter for air
conditioner 82
Fine wood, care 152
First aid pouch 167
Fixture for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 44
Flash when locking/
unlocking 24
Flat load floor 98
Flat tire
– run-flat tires 140
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 69
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 66
– indicating a flat tire 67
– initializing the system 67
– snow chains 67
– system limits 67
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition 139
Floor mats, care 151
Floor plate, refe r to Flat load
floor 98
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb 156,159
Folding rear seat backrest 97
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