Service requirements
The remaining driving distance and the date of
the next scheduled service are displayed briefly
immediately after you start the engine or
switch on the ignition.
The current service requirements can be read
out from the remote control by the service spe‐
cialist.
Displaying the vehicle check
For certain maintenance operations, you can
view the distance remaining or the due date for
that operation in the tachometer.
1.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 44.2.Press the button on the turn indicator lever
repeatedly until "SET/INFO" is displayed.3.Press and hold the button until the display
changes.4.Press the button repeatedly until the corre‐
sponding symbol and "SERVICE-INFO" are
displayed.5.Press and hold the button until the display
changes.6.Press the button to display the individual
service requirement items.
Possible displays
1Button for selecting the information.SymbolFunctionService requirementsEngine oilSeite 59DisplaysControls59
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Wheels with electronics for TPM Tire
Pressure Monitor
When mounting new tires or changing from
summer to winter tires or vice versa, only use
wheels with TPM electronics; otherwise, the
Tire Pressure Monitor will not be able to detect
a flat tire, refer to page 72. Your service center
will be glad to advise you.
Recommended tire brands
For each tire size, the manufacturer of your ve‐
hicle recommends certain tire brands. These
are indicated by the clearly visible marking on
the tire sidewall.
With proper use, these tires meet the highest
standards for safety and handling.
Retreaded tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Retreaded tires
Possibly substantial variations in the de‐
sign and age of the tire casing structures can
limit service life and have a negative impact on
road safety. ◀
Winter tires The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures
below +45 ℉/+7 ℃.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires do pro‐
vide better winter traction than summer tires,
they do not provide the same level of perform‐
ance as winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then display a corresponding sign in the field of
vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire
specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and ac‐
cidents can occur. ◀
Run-flat tires When mounting new tires or changing fromsummer to winter tires or vice versa, use run-
flat tires for your own safety. Also, a compact
wheel is not available in case of a flat tire. Your
service center will be glad to advise you.
Rotating wheels between axles
Different wear patterns occur on the front and
rear axles, depending on the individual condi‐
tions of use.
To ensure even wear on the tires, the wheels
can be rotated between the axles. Your service
center will be glad to advise you.
After changing the tires, check the tire inflation
pressure and correct it if necessary.
Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
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Engine oilVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Engine oil General information
Engine oil consumption depends on the driving
style and the conditions of use. A highly sporty
driving style, for example, results in considera‐
bly higher engine oil consumption.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling.
Checking the oil level with a dip stick1.Park the vehicle on level ground when the
engine is at operating temperature, i.e., af‐
ter driving continuously for at least
6 2 miles/10 km.2.Switch the engine off.3.After approx. 5 minutes, pull out the dip
stick and wipe it off with a lint-free cloth,
paper towel, etc.4.Carefully insert the dip stick all the way into
the measuring tube and pull it out again.The oil level must be between the two
marks on the dip stick.
The oil quantity between the two marks on the
dip stick equals approx. 1 US quart/1 liter.
Do not exceed the high mark.
Do not exceed the high mark of the dip
stick. Overfilling oil damages the engine. ◀
Adding engine oil
Filler neck
Add a maximum quantity of 1 US quart/1 liter
of oil only after the corresponding message ap‐
pears on the Control Display or, in diesel en‐
gines, after the oil level is just above the low
mark of the dip stick, refer to page 157.
Add oil promptly
Add oil within the next 30 miles/50 km;
otherwise, engine damage could result. ◀
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Too much engine oil
Have the vehicle checked immediately;
otherwise, surplus oil can lead to engine dam‐
age. ◀
Protect children
Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐
dren and heed the warnings on the containers
to prevent health risks. ◀
Oil types for refilling
Notes No oil additives
Do not use oil additives as these may
cause engine damage. ◀
Viscosity classes of engine oils
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to one of the SAE viscos‐
ity classes 0W-40, 0W-30, 5W-40, or 5W-30, or
malfunctions or engine damage may occur. ◀
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the
engine.
Due to national regulations, some oil types are
not available in every country.
Approved oil typesGasoline engineBMW High Performance SAE 5W-30BMW Longlife-01BMW Longlife-01 FE
Further information on approved oil types can
be obtained from the service center.
Alternative oil types
If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/1 liter of an oil with the following
specification can be used:
Gasoline engineAPI SM or a higher quality standard
Oil change
An oil change should be carried out by the serv‐
ice center only.
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CareVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Car washes Notes Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
Holding them too close or using excessively
high pressures or temperatures can cause dam‐
age or preliminary damage that may then lead
to long-term damage.
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
pressure washer. ◀
Do not direct steam or high-pressure washers
toward the labels applied by the manufacturer;
otherwise, damage may result.
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-pres‐
sure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the seals of the retractable hardtop and
the exterior sensors and cameras, for Park Dis‐ tance Control, for instance, for extended peri‐ods of time and only from a distance of at least
12 in/30 cm. ◀During the winter months
Ensure that the vehicle is washed more
frequently in winter. Intense soiling and road
salt can damage the vehicle. ◀
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Regularly remove foreign bodies, such as
leaves, from the area of the windshield when
the hood is open.
Washing in automatic car washes Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint
damage.
Do not use automatic high-pressure washers;
otherwise, water may drip into the interior in
the area of the windows.
Before driving into the car wash, check whether
the system is suitable for your MINI. Note the
following points:▷Vehicle dimensions, refer to page 196.▷If necessary: fold in the exterior mirrors, re‐
fer to page 38.▷Maximum permissible tire width.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle chassis
could be damaged. ◀
Preparations before driving into the car wash:
▷Unscrew the road antenna.▷Deactivate the rain sensor to avoid unin‐
tentional wiper activation.▷Deactivate the rear window wiper and pro‐
tect it from damage. Ask the car wash oper‐
ator about any necessary protective meas‐
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12CauseHow to respondSelector lever position P not engaged. The ig‐
nition cannot be switched off.Engage selector lever position P
when you wish to switch off the
ignition, refer to page 44.The cruise control system has failed.Have the system checked.The Park Distance Control has failed.Have the system checked.A bulb of the exterior lighting system has
failed.Have the exterior lighting
checked as soon as possible.A low-beam headlamp or front fog lamp has
failed.Have the lights checked as soon
as possible.A high-beam headlamp has failed.Have the high-beam headlamps
checked.A rear fog lamp has failed.Have the rear fog lamps checked.The headlamp beam throw adjustment has
failed.Have the headlamp beam throw
adjustment system checked.The Adaptive Light Control has failed.The coolant level is too low.Add coolant immediately, refer to
page 159.The engine oil pressure is too low.Stop immediately and switch off
the engine. You cannot continue
your journey. Contact your service
center.Lights up in red:The service appointment is overdue.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements,
refer to page 59.Lights up in yellow:Seite 192MobilityIndicator/warning lamps192
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 76
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 60
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 86
Adaptive Light Control 64
Additives, engine oil 158
Airbags 67
Airbags, indicator/warning light 69
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode 83, 85
Air conditioner 82
Air conditioning 82
Air conditioning mode– Air conditioner 82– Automatic climate con‐
trol 84
Air distribution
– Automatic 85– Individual 83– Manual 83, 85
Air drying, refer to Cooling
function 86
Air flow rate 82, 85
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 142
Air supply
– Air conditioner 82– Automatic climate con‐
trol 84
Alarm system 30
Alarm system
– Avoiding unintentional
alarms 30– Interior motion sensor 30– Tilt alarm sensor 30Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 88
Ambient lighting 66
Antifreeze, washer fluid 50
Antilock Brake System, ABS 76
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 76
Anti-theft protection 21
Approved engine oils 158
Ashtray 91
Assistance, roadside 175
Assistance when driving off, refer to Hill drive-off assis‐
tant 78
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 175
Automatic– Air distribution 85– Air flow rate 85
Automatic car wash 179
Automatic climate control
– Automatic air distribution 85
Automatic, cruise control 79
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 62
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
– Kickdown 52– Overriding selector lever
lock 53
AUTO program with auto‐
matic climate control 85
AUX-IN port 120
Average fuel consumption 56
Average fuel consumption
– Setting the units 57
Average speed 56
Average speed, refer to Com‐
puter 55
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 35
Backrests, refer to Seats 34
Backup lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 167
Battery– Disposal 30– Remote control 20
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐
tery 172
Battery replacement
– Remote control 30
Belts, refer to Safety belts 36
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 36
Bi-xenon headlamps 165
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 82, 85
Brake assistant 76
Brake discs, breaking in 100
Brake fluid, refer to Service re‐ quirements 59
Brake force distribution, elec‐ tronic 76
Brake pads, breaking in 100
Brakes
– Handbrake 46
Brakes, MINI maintenance
system 160
Brakes, service require‐ ments 59
Brake system, MINI mainte‐ nance system 160
Braking, notes 102
Breakdown assistance, Road‐ side Assistance 175
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Low beams, bulb replace‐ment 165
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 35
Lumbar support 35
M
Main inspection, refer to Serv‐ ice requirements 59
Maintenance, refer to Service booklet
Maintenance, refer to Service requirements 59
Maintenance require‐ ments 160
Maintenance system MINI 160
Malfunction– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 53– Door lock 25– Fuel filler flap 138
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control 60
Manual air distribution 83, 85
Manual mode, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 52
Manual operation
– Door lock 25– Selector lever lock, auto‐
matic transmission 53
Manual operation, fuel filler
flap 138
Manual transmission 51
Marking on approved tires 150
Maximum cooling 85
Maximum speed, winter tires 150
Microfilter 84
Microfilter
– With automatic climate con‐
trol 86
MINI Homepage 6
MINI Internet page 6
MINI maintenance sys‐
tem 160
MINI Mobility System 151
Minimum tread, tires 148
Mirrors 38
Mirrors, folding in and out 38
Mirrors, interior mirror 38
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 101
Mobile phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 126
Mobility System 151
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 6
Mounting of child restraint fix‐ ing systems 40
N Neck restraints, refer to Head restraints 37
New wheels and tires 149
Notes 6
Nozzles, refer to Ventila‐ tion 86
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 161
OBD socket, refer to Socket for OBD Onboard Diagno‐
sis 161
Octane number, refer to Fuel quality 140
Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐ line quality 140
Odometer 54
Oil additives 158
Oil level 157
Oil types, alternative 158
Oil types, approved 158
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 161
Onboard vehicle tool kit 162 Opening and closing– Comfort Access 28– From the inside 25– From the outside 22– Using the door lock 24– Via the remote control 22
Opening and unlocking
– From the inside 25
Outside air mode
– Automatic climate con‐
trol 85
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐
lated air mode 83, 85
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 55
P Park Distance Control PDC 80
Parking aid, refer to Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 80
Parking assistant, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 80
Parking brake, refer to Hand‐ brake 46
Parking lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 166
Parking lamps 62
Parking lamps/low beams 62
PDC Park Distance Control 80
Personal Profile 20
Pinch protection
– Windows 32
Plastic, care 181
Pollen
– Refer to Microfilter 84– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter 84– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate control 86
Power, refer to Engine
data 196
Power windows 32
Power windows
– Initializing 32
Power windows, refer to Win‐
dows 31
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