CAUTION
Too much engine oil can damage the en‐
gine or the catalytic converter. There is risk of
property damage. Do not add too much engine
oil. When too much engine oil is added, have oil
level corrected by a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or repair
shop.◀
Detailed measurement
The concept
In the detailed measurement the engine oil
level is checked when the vehicle is stationary,
and displayed via a scale.
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level, a check control message is displayed.
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
Requirements
▷Vehicle is parked in a horizontal position.▷Manual transmission: shift lever in neutral
position, clutch and accelerator pedals not
depressed.
▷Steptronic transmission: selector lever in se‐
lector lever position N or P and accelerator
pedal not depressed.
▷Engine is running and is at operating tem‐
perature.
Performing a detailed measurement
On the Control Display:
1. "Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Measure engine oil level"4."Start measurement"
The engine oil level is checked and displayed
via a scale.
Time: approx. 1 minute.
Adding engine oil
Information
WARNING
Operating materials, for example oils,
greases, coolants, fuels, can contain harmful in‐
gredients. There is risk of injuries or danger to
life. Observe the instructions on the containers.
Avoid the contact of articles of clothing, skin or
eyes with operating materials. Do not refill op‐
erating materials into different bottles. Store
operating materials out of reach of children.◀
CAUTION
A too low engine oil level causes engine
damage. There is risk of property damage.
Add engine oil within the next
125 miles/200 km.◀
CAUTION
Too much engine oil can damage the en‐
gine or the catalytic converter. There is risk of
property damage. Do not add too much engine
oil. When too much engine oil is added, have oil
level corrected by a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or repair
shop.◀
General information
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity
to be added is indicated in the message dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi‐
cle before engine oil is added.
Overview
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐
partment, refer to page 193.
Opening the oil filler neck
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Steptronic transmission: transporting
the vehicle
Information
The vehicle must not be towed if the front
wheels are touching the ground.
CAUTION
The vehicle can be damaged when tow‐
ing the vehicle with a lifted rear axle. There is
risk of property damage. Have vehicle trans‐
ported only with lifted front axle or on a load‐
ing platform.◀
Tow truck
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
CAUTION
When lifting the vehicle by the tow fitting
or body and chassis parts; damage can occur
on vehicle parts. There is risk of property dam‐
age. Lift vehicle using suitable means.◀
Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.
Pushing vehicle
To maneuver vehicle from the danger area,
manually unlock the transmission lock, refer to
page 77, if needed.
Manual transmission
Observe before towing your vehicle
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing
CAUTION
If manual unlocking of the parking brake
is not possible, the vehicle cannot be moved or
towed. There is risk of property damage. The
vehicle should only be transported on a loading
platform.◀
Information the following instructions:
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and wipers may be unavailable.
▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.
▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.
▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.
▷The towing vehicle must not be lighter than
the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.
▷Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
▷Do not exceed a towing distance of
30 miles/50 km.
Tow truck
Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
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▷Use only the tow fitting provided with the
vehicle and screw it all the way in.
▷Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.
▷Use tow fitting located in the front only for
positioning the vehicle.
▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for
example, do not lift the vehicle by the tow
fitting.
Screw thread for tow fitting
Threaded holes for the tow fitting are located in
the front and rear of the vehicle on the right
side with respect to the direction of travel.
Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge.
Tow-starting
Steptronic transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to
the Steptronic transmission.
Have the cause of the starting problems fixed.
Manual transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 216. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat‐
alytic converter, only tow-start while the engine
is cold.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.
2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 64.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly release the
pedal. After the engine starts, immediately
press on the clutch pedal again.
5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.
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Manual transmission:1.Drive into the car wash.2.Shift to neutral.3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.
Steptronic transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage selector lever position N.3.Make sure that the parking brake is re‐
leased.
4.Press the Start/Stop button to switch off the
engine.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and two Check-Control messages are
displayed.
A signal sounds when you leave the vehicle
while in selector lever position N.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in selector lever position N. A signal is
sounded when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
To start the engine with manual transmission:
1.Press on the clutch pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
To start the engine with Steptronic transmis‐
sion:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Headlights
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.
▷Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
from insects, with shampoo and wash off
with water.
▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and wiper
blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
using care and cleaning products from MINI.
WARNING
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health. There is
risk of injuries. When cleaning the interior, open
the doors or windows. Only use products in‐
tended for cleaning vehicles. Follow the instruc‐
tions on the container.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
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Front-end collision warning
with City Braking func‐
tion 111
Front fog lights 99
Front-seat passenger airbags,
automatic deactivation 103
Front-seat passenger airbags,
indicator lamp 103
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 108
Fuel 180
Fuel consumption, see Aver‐
age fuel consumption 89
Fuel filler flap 178
Fuel gauge 84
Fuel lid 178
Fuel quality 180
Fuel recommendation 180
Fuel, tank capacity 230
Fuse 214
G
Garage door opener, see Uni‐
versal Integrated Remote
Control 146
Gasoline 180
Gear change, Steptronic trans‐
mission 75
Gear shift indicator 86
General driving notes 163
Glare shield 150
Glass sunroof, refer to Panor‐
amic glass sunroof 47
Glove compartment 155
GREEN Mode 169
GREEN Mode, bonus
range 171
GREEN Mode driving style
analysis 173
GREEN Mode indicator 169
GREEN - program, driving dy‐
namics 119
GREEN tip 171
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐
proved 229
Ground clearance 164
H
Halogen headlights 205
Handbrake, see Parking
brake 68
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐
nating code 147
Hazard warning flashers 216
Head airbag 101
Headlight control, auto‐
matic 97
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐
ture 97
Headlight flasher 71
Headlight glass 204
Headlights, care 222
Head restraints 50
Head restraints, front 54
Head restraints, rear 55
Head-up Display 93
Head-up Display, standard
view 94
Heavy cargo, stowing 166
High-beam Assistant 98
High beams 71
High beams/low beams, see
High-beam Assistant 98
Hills 164
Hill start assistant, see Drive-
off assistant 120
Holder for beverages 156
Homepage 6
Hood 193
Horn 14
Hot exhaust system 163
HUD Head-up Display 93
Hydroplaning 163
I
Ice warning, see External tem‐
perature warning 84
Icy roads, see External tem‐
perature warning 84
Identification marks, tires 184
Identification number, see ve‐
hicle identification num‐
ber 10
Ignition key, see Remote con‐
trol 34
Ignition off 64
Ignition on 64
Illuminated ring, central in‐
strument cluster 92
Indication of a flat
tire 105, 108
Indicator lamp, see Check
Control 80
Individual air distribu‐
tion 140, 143
Individual settings, see Per‐
sonal Profile 36
Inflation pressure, tires 182
Inflation pressure warning,
tires 108
Info display, refer to On-Board
computer 88
Information 6
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor TPM 105
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor
FTM 108
Instrument cluster 79
Instrument cluster, electronic
displays 80
Instrument lighting 99
Integrated key 34
Integrated Owner's Manual in
the vehicle 29
Intelligent Safety 110
Intensity, AUTO program 143
Interior equipment 146
Interior lights 99
Interior lights during unlock‐
ing 37
Interior lights with the vehicle
locked 38
Interior mirror, automatic
dimming feature 59
Interior mirror, manually dim‐
mable 59
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