
16In brief
Manual transmission automatedN=neutralo=drive+=higher gear-=lower gearA/M=switch between automatic
and manual modeR=reverse gear
Manual transmission automated
3 114.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 152,
3 189.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 134.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats and seat belts 3 30, 3 36,
3 44.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position A
■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ operate clutch and brake
■ do not operate accelerator pedal
■ turn the key to position M for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes in the
Driver Information Centre
■ turn key to position D and release
Starting the engine 3 107.

Instruments and controls81Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level 3 135.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated.Only
activates when outside temperature is low.
Diesel particle filter
8
Not used.
Diesel particle filter 3 79, 3 112.
Engine oil pressure I illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking
assistance of a workshop 3 134.
Low fuel
Y illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
Fuel level in the tank is too low. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Refuelling 3 127.
Catalytic converter 3 112.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 139.
Drain fuel filter
Q illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts.

132Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................132
Vehicle checks ........................... 133
Bulb replacement .......................140
Electrical system ........................148
Vehicle tools .............................. 150
Wheels and tyres .......................151
Jump starting ............................. 160
Towing ....................................... 162
Appearance care .......................164General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We recommend the use of genuine parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e.g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).
Vehicle storage Storage for a long period of time
The following tasks must be carried
out if the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve rubber seals.■ Change engine oil.
■ Drain washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check coolant antifreeze.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park vehicle in a dry, well ventilated
place.Engage first or reverse
gear.Prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
■ Do not apply parking brake.
■ Open bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.Beware that all systems are
not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation
The following tasks must be carried
out if the vehicle is being put back into operation:
■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.Activate the electronics of
the power windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.

Vehicle care135
We recommend the use of the same
type of engine oil that was used at the
last change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the maximum mark MAX on the
dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
A stabilization of the engine oil
consumption will not take place until
the vehicle has been driven several
thousand miles. Only then can the
actual degree of consumption be
established.
If consumption exceeds more than
0.5 litres every 600 miles after this
running-in period, consult a
workshop.
Capacities 3 188, Engine oil level
monitor 3 74.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be just above the
MINI mark.Top up if the level is low.
9Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
Top up with antifreeze.If no antifreeze
is available, use clean tap water or
distilled water.Install the cap
tightly.Have the antifreeze

196
HHand brake - see Parking brake. 119
Hazard warning flashers ..............89
Headlight flash ............................. 88
Headlight range adjustment ........88
Headlights ...................... 87, 88, 140
Headlights when driving abroad ..88
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 35
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ..................... 33
Heating ........................................ 40
Heating and ventilation system ...94
High beam ............................. 82, 88
Horn ....................................... 13, 69
I
Identification plate .....................171
Idle speed control ......................108
Ignition switch positions .............107
Immobiliser .................................. 29
Indicators ...................................... 73
Information displays...................... 83
Instrument cluster ........................73
Instrument panel fuse box .........149
Instrument panel illumination .....147
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage .............60
Interior care ............................... 165Interior lighting.............................. 90
Interior lights ........................ 90, 146
Interior mirrors .............................. 31
Interruption of power supply ......117
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....59
J Jack ............................................ 150
Jump starting ............................. 160
K Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 63
Light covers, misted...................... 90
Lighting ......................................... 87
Light switch .................................. 87
Load compartment lighting ..........91
Loading information .....................66
Low fuel ....................................... 81
M Malfunction indicator light ............79
Manual adjustment ......................30
Manual anti-dazzle ......................31
Manual mode ............................. 116
Manual transmission .................. 113Manual transmission automated 114
Manual windows ..........................32
Messages ..................................... 83
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 30, 31
Misted light covers .......................90
N New vehicle running-in ..............106
Number plate light .....................146
O
Object detection systems ...........124
Octane rating .............................. 174
Odometer ..................................... 73
Oil ............................................... 134
Oil, engine .......................... 168, 173
Oil level ......................................... 74
Oil pressure .................................. 81
Outside temperature ....................70
Overcab storage ..........................62
Overhead console .......................62
Overrun cut-off ........................... 108
P Parking ................................ 17, 110
Parking assist ............................ 124
Parking brake ............................ 119
Particulate filter ........................... 112
Performing work ........................133