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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 70, Wiper blade
replacement 3 143.
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 70, Wiper
blade replacement 3 143, Washer
fluid 3 140.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heatedexterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 31,
Heated rear window 3 34.
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Instruments and controls71
Adjustable sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity:Low sensitivity=turn adjuster
wheel downwardsHigh sensitivity=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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Vehicle care135Vehicle careGeneral Information...................135
Vehicle checks ........................... 136
Bulb replacement .......................144
Electrical system ........................152
Vehicle tools .............................. 155
Wheels and tyres .......................156
Jump starting ............................. 168
Towing ....................................... 170
Appearance care .......................171General 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).Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
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 and corrosion protection.
■ 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.
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136Vehicle care
■ Open bonnet, close all doors andlock 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 When the vehicle is to be 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.
■ 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, where legally required. 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.
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Type A
If the fluid level in the reservoir falls
below the MINI mark, consult a
workshop.
Type B
If the fluid level in the reservoir falls
below the MIN 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.
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Traction Control system ............. 123
Trailer coupling ........................... 132
Trailer stability assist .................134
Trailer towing ............................. 133
Transmission ............................... 15
Transmission display ...........76, 117
Tread depth ............................... 160
Trip computer .............................. 86
Triple-Info-Display .......................85
Trip odometer .............................. 74
Turn and lane-change signals .....91
Turn signal ................................... 79
Tyre chains ................................ 161
Tyre changing ............................. 164
Tyre designations ......................156
Tyre pressure ............................ 156
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 82, 157
Tyre pressures ........................... 198
Tyre repair kit ............................. 161
Tyres .......................................... 156
Tyres and wheel size, changing. 160
U
Ultrasonic parking assist............. 128
Underseat storage .......................63
Upholstery .................................. 173
Upshift .......................................... 81
Using this manual ..........................3V
Vehicle battery ........................... 141
Vehicle checks............................ 136
Vehicle data ................................ 181
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 200
Vehicle dimensions .................... 189
Vehicle Identification Number ....178
Vehicle jack ................................ 155
Vehicle messages .......................85
Vehicle security ............................ 27
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 135
Vehicle tools ............................... 155
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 184
Ventilation ..................................... 96
W
Warning chimes ........................... 86
Warning lights ............................... 74
Warning triangle .......................... 66
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 140
Washing the vehicle ...................171
Wheel changing .........................164
Wheel covers ............................. 160
Wheels and tyres .......................156
Wide view mirror ........................... 31Windows....................................... 32
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........70
Winter tyres ............................... 156
Wiper blade replacement ..........143