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14In briefWasher and wiper systems
Windscreen wiper0=offP=timed interval wiping or
automatic wiping with rain
sensor1=slow2=fast
Windscreen wiper, automatic wiping
with rain sensor 3 69, Wiper blade
replacement 3 139.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever.
short
pull=wiper swipes once and
washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreenlong
pull=wiper swipes for a few
strokes and washer fluid is
sprayed onto the
windscreen
Windscreen washer 3 69, Wiper
blade replacement 3 139, Washer
fluid 3 136.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heatedexterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 31,
Heated rear window 3 33.
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70Instruments and controls
Adjustable sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity:Low
sensi‐
tivity=turn adjuster wheel
downwardsHigh
sensi‐
tivity=turn adjuster wheel
upwards
Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt
and ice.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen.
short
pull=wiper swipes oncelong pull=wiper swipes for a few
strokesOutside temperature
A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.
If outside temperatures drop to 3 °C, the °C flashes in the information
display as a warning for icy road
conditions.This will continue to flash
until temperatures rise above 3 °C.
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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.
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■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the engine oil level.
■ Check the coolant level.
■ Fit the number plate, if necessary.
End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website. Only entrust this work to an
authorised recycling centre.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
9 Danger
The ignition system generates
extremely high voltages. Do not
touch.
The caps for topping up the engine oil, the coolant, the washer fluid and the
oil dipstick handle are yellow for ease
of identification.
Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
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concentration checked and have thecause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop.
If a substantial amount of coolant is
required, it will be necessary to bleed
any trapped air from the cooling
system.Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Power steering fluid
If the fluid level in the reservoir falls
below the MINI mark consult a
workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of windscreen
washer fluid which contains
antifreeze.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Brakes
A squealing noise, or illumination ofbrake pad wear control indicator F
indicates that the brake lining is at its
minimum thickness.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake linings replaced as
soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake pad wear indicator F 3 80.
Brake fluid9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
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198
Tread depth ............................... 152
Trip computer .............................. 85
Triple-Info-Display .......................83
Trip odometer .............................. 73
Turn and lane-change signals .....89
Turn signal ................................... 78
Tyre chains ................................ 153
Tyre changing ............................. 157
Tyre designations ......................152
Tyre pressure ............................ 152
Tyre pressures ........................... 189
Tyre repair kit ............................. 154
Tyres .......................................... 151
Tyres and wheel size, changing. 153
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 124
Underseat storage .......................62
Upholstery .................................. 165
Upshift .......................................... 80
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 137
Vehicle checks............................ 133
Vehicle data ................................ 173
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 191
Vehicle dimensions .................... 180
Vehicle Identification Number ....170Vehicle jack ................................ 150
Vehicle messages .......................83
Vehicle security ............................ 27
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage .......................... 132
Vehicle tools ............................... 150
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 175
Ventilation ..................................... 94
W Warning chimes ........................... 84
Warning lights ............................... 73
Warning triangle .......................... 65
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 136
Washing the vehicle ...................164
Wheel changing .........................157
Wheel covers ............................. 153
Wheels and tyres .......................151
Windows ....................................... 32
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........69
Winter tyres ............................... 151
Wiper blade replacement ..........139