
Vehicle care159End-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.
Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position. 

Vehicle care161When the engine oil level has
dropped to the  MIN mark, top-up
engine oil.Caution
Do not allow the engine oil level to drop below the minimum level!
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.
To prevent spillage when
replenishing the engine oil, we
recommend using a funnel. Ensure funnel is securely located onto the
filler pipe.
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
0.6 litres every 600 miles after this
running-in period, consult a
workshop.
Capacities  3 224, Engine oil level
monitor  3 81.
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. 

162Vehicle care9Warning
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.
Power steering fluid
Caution
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 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.
Depending on vehicle, the power
steering fluid reservoir may be
located in the engine compartment
(Type A) or below the front wheel
arch, behind a trim panel (Type B).
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. 

174Vehicle careFront door panel light
1. Remove lamp assembly using aflat blade screwdriver.
2. Remove lens on lamp assembly.
3. Renew bulb and install lens. 4. Reinstall lamp assembly.
Rear courtesy lights Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Glovebox light
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Instrument panel
illumination
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.Electrical system
Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must
match the data on the defective fuse.
There are two fuse boxes in the
vehicle:
● on the left-hand side of the instrument panel, behind the trim
panel
● in the engine compartment located below the coolant
expansion tankCombi
An additional fuse box is located
behind a trim panel on the right-hand
side of the load compartment, beside the rear door.Bus
An additional fuse box is located on
the lower right-hand side of the load
compartment, below the step trim
panel.
Before replacing a fuse, turn off the
respective switch and the ignition. 

176Vehicle carePlace the fuse extractor on the
various types of fuse from the top or
side, and withdraw fuse.
Engine compartment fusebox
Located below the coolant expansion
tank.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
Due to restricted accessibility, have
fuses replaced by a workshop.SymbolCircuitSRight side lightsTLeft side lightsWRight low beamaLeft low beam>Front fog lightLLeft high beamNRight high beamuABSKWindscreen wiperSymbolCircuitnHeating and ventilation
system / Air conditioningVHeated windscreen
Instrument panel fuse box
Located behind the trim panel on the
left-hand side of the instrument panel.
Pull upper part of trim panel to
remove.
Do not store any objects behind this
panel.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
SymbolCircuitZInfotainment system / Seat
heating / Vehicle display
screen / Audio connec‐
tions / Alarm?Power outletÌCigarette lightereInstrument panelUCentral locking0Interior lightsOTurn signals / Rear fog
lights / Body control moduleDIAGDiagnostic connectoruABS / Electronic Stability
ProgramdInterior lights / Brake lightsZBody control moduleSTOPBrake light 

202Service and maintenanceEngine 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  3 205.
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 the
vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C.
This concentration should be
maintained all year round. The use of additional coolant additives that
intend to give additional corrosionprotection 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.
AdBlue Only use AdBlue to reduce the
nitrogen oxides in the exhaust
emission  3 128. 

231Child restraints.............................. 56
Child restraint systems  ................56
Cigarette lighter  ........................... 78
Cleaning the vehicle ...................197
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............105
Clock ............................................ 77
Control indicators.......................... 83
Control of the vehicle  .................119
Controls ........................................ 75
Convex shape .............................. 33
Coolant ....................................... 161
Coolant and antifreeze ...............201
Coolant heater ............................ 111
Cornering light ....................100, 169
Coupling ball bar ........................154
Cruise control  ...................... 91, 142
Cupholders  .................................. 67
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions  ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights  .................99
Declaration of conformity ............227
DEF ............................................ 128
Demisting and defrosting ..............15
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................128
Diesel fuel ................................... 151
Diesel fuel filter  .......................... 165
Diesel fuel system bleeding  .......166Diesel particle filter  ....................127
Door locks..................................... 21
Door open  .................................... 91
Doors ............................................ 26
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........127
Driver assistance systems ..........142
Driver Information Centre .............92
Driving characteristics and towing tips  .............................. 153
Driving economically................... 119
Driving hints ................................ 119
E ECO mode .................................. 119
ecoScoring.................................... 94
Electric adjustment  ......................33
Electrical system......................... 174
Electronic climate control system  107
Electronic driving programmes  ..136
Electronic Stability Program  89,
141, 155
Electronic Stability Program off  ...89
Emergency exit .......................36, 38
End-of-life vehicle recovery  .......159
Engine compartment fuse box  ...176
Engine coolant  ........................... 161
Engine coolant temperature  ........89
Engine coolant temperature gauge  ....................................... 81
Engine data  ............................... 206Engine exhaust .......................... 127
Engine identification ...................204
Engine oil  ...........160, 201, 205, 224
Engine oil additives ....................201
Engine oil level monitor ................81
Engine oil pressure  ......................90
Engine oil viscosity grades .........201
Enhanced Traction function 140, 141
Event data recorders ..................227
Exhaust gases ............................ 127
Exit lighting  ................................ 103
Exterior care  .............................. 197
Exterior light ................................. 91
Exterior lighting  ......................12, 97
Exterior mirrors ............................. 33
F
Fault ........................................... 137
Fire extinguisher ........................... 71
First aid ......................................... 71
First aid kit  ................................... 71
Fixed air vents  ........................... 116
Fog light  ....................................... 91
Fog lights ............................ 100, 169
Folding mirrors ............................. 34
Front airbag system  .....................54
Front courtesy light .....................101
Front fog lights ......................97, 100
Front reading light....................... 102
Front seats.................................... 40