88Instruments and controlsElectronic Stability
Program off
Ø illuminates yellow.
If ESP ®Plus
has been deactivated with
button Ø on the instrument panel,
control indicator Ø illuminates and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 3 90.
ESP® Plus
3 125, Traction Control
system 3 124.
Engine coolant
temperature
W illuminates blue or red.
Illuminates red briefly when the
ignition is switched on, then turns
blue.
Illuminates red when the engine
is running Stop, switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level 3 142.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
The control indicator must be blue
before continuing driving.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature
is low.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes.
Illuminates Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Flashes Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted ( e.g. spare
wheel). After a delay the control
indicator illuminates continuously.
Consult a workshop.Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 158.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is running
If control indicator I illuminates
when the engine is running (together
with control indicator C and a
warning chime): Stop, switch off
engine.Caution
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 (or move selector lever to N).
118Driving and operating
Deactivation
Deactivate the stop-start system
manually by pressing the Î button.
LED in the button illuminates to
indicate deactivation and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 3 90.
If deactivated manually, it is possible to reactivate the stop-start system by
pressing the Î button again.
Vehicle messages 3 91.
Autostop
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill, activate an Autostop as
follows:
■ Depress the clutch pedal.
■ Move the selector lever to neutral.
■ Release the clutch pedal.
The engine will be switched off while
the ignition stays on.
An Autostop is indicated when Ï
illuminates in the instrument cluster
3 89.
During an Autostop, brake
performance will be maintained.
However, brake assist is not available
3 123.
Conditions for an Autostop
The stop-start system checks if each
of the following conditions is fulfilled:
■ The stop-start system is not manually deactivated.
■ the bonnet is fully closed.
■ the vehicle battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition.
■ the engine is warmed up.
■ the engine coolant temperature is not too high.
■ the outside temperature is not too low or too high (e.g. below 0 °C orabove 30 °C).
■ the brake vacuum is sufficient. ■ the defrosting function is not activated 3 103.
142Vehicle careEngine coolantThe 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
concentration checked and have the
cause 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.
If the coolant temperature is too high, control indicator W 3 88 illuminates
red in the instrument cluster, together
with C 3 86. Consult a workshop if
coolant level is sufficient.
Power steering fluidCaution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap or from
entering the reservoir.
The power steering fluid reservoir is located below the front wheel arch,
behind a trim panel.
The fluid level normally does not need
to be checked. If an unusual noise is
heard during steering or if the power
steering reacts conspicuously, seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Service and maintenance177
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 181.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for thevehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frostprotection down to approx. -28 °C.
This concentration should be
maintained all year round. The use of
additional coolant additives that
intend to give additional corrosion
protection or seal against minor leaks can cause function problems. Liability
for consequences resulting from the
use of additional coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake fluid Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified interval.
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Child restraint installationlocations ................................... 61
Child restraints.............................. 60
Child restraint systems ................60
Cigarette lighter ........................... 79
Cleaning the vehicle ...................171
Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems .............101
Clock ............................................ 78 Coat hooks ................................... 68
Control indicators.......................... 83
Control of the vehicle .................113
Controls ........................................ 75
Controls in steering wheel ............75
Convex shape .............................. 38
Coolant ....................................... 142
Coolant and antifreeze ...............176
Coolant heater ............................ 106
Cooling (AC) ............................... 102
Cornering light .............................. 97
Cruise control ...................... 89, 126
Cupholders .................................. 68
Curtain airbag system .................. 58
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights ............95, 97
Declaration of conformity ............193
Demisting and defrosting ..............17Diesel fuel filter .......................... 146
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......146
Diesel particle filter ....................120
Door locks..................................... 25
Door open .................................... 90
Doors ............................................ 31
Double cab ................................... 69
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........120
Driver assistance systems ..........126
Driver Information Centre .............90
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 136
Driving economically................... 112
Driving hints ................................ 112
E ECO mode .................................. 112
ecoScoring.................................... 92
Electric adjustment ......................38
Electrical system......................... 152
Electronic climate control system 103
Electronic key system ...................23
Electronic Stability Program .....
.................................. 87, 125, 137
Electronic Stability Program off ...88
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......139
Engine air filter............................ 141
Engine air flow indicator .............141
Engine coolant ........................... 142
Engine coolant temperature ........88Engine data ............................... 182
Engine exhaust .......................... 120
Engine identification ...................179
Engine oil ................... 140, 176, 181
Engine oil additives ....................176
Engine oil level ............................ 92
Engine oil pressure ......................88
Engine oil viscosity grades .........176
Enhanced Traction function 124, 125
Entry lighting .............................. 100
Event data recorders ..................193
Exhaust gases ....................120, 169
Exit lighting ................................ 100
Exterior care .............................. 171
Exterior light ................................. 89
Exterior lighting ......................14, 95
Exterior mirrors ............................. 38
F
Fault messages ............................ 91
First aid kit ................................... 72
Fixed air vents ........................... 110
Fog light ....................................... 89
Fog lights .............................. 98, 148
Fog tail light ............................... 151
Folding centre seatback ...............68
Folding front centre passenger seat ........................................... 46
Folding mirrors ............................. 38
Front airbag system .....................57