2016 MINI COOPER transmission oil

Take care not to add too much engine oil.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. Have too much engine oil siphoned off 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 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 on level road.▷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
In order to perform a detailed measurement of
the engine oil level:
Confirm message regarding engine oil level dis‐ play.
The engine oil level is checked and displayed
via a scale.
Time: approx. 1 minute.
Adding engine oil
Information 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. Have too much engine oil siphoned off by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop. ◀
WARNING
Operating materials, e.g. oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredi‐
ents. 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. ◀
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 neck1.Open the hood, refer to page 194.Seite 196MOBILITYEngine oil196
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CareVehicle features and op‐tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Car washes
General information Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves
in the area below the windshield when the
hood is raised.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter. Intense soiling and road salt can dam‐
age the vehicle.
Steam jets or high-pressure washers
Information CAUTION
When cleaning with high-pressure wash‐
ers, components can be damaged due to the
pressure or temperatures being too high. There
is risk of property damage. Maintain sufficient
distance and do not spray too long continu‐
ously. Follow the user's manual for the high-
pressure washer. ◀
Distances and temperature▷Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.▷Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,
seals: 12 in/30 cm.▷Minimum distance from glass sunroof:
31.5 inches/80 cm.
Automatic car washes
Information
▷Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.▷Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.▷Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.▷Unscrew the rod antenna.▷Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to
page 56, to avoid unintentional wiper acti‐
vation.▷In some cases, an unintentional alarm can
be triggered by the interior motion sensor
of the alarm system. Follow the instructions
on avoiding an unintentional alarm, refer to
page 31.
CAUTION
Too high guide rails in car washes can
damage body parts. There is risk of property
damage. Avoid car washes with guide rails
higher than 4 in/10 cm. ◀
Before driving into a car wash
In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a
car wash, take the following steps:
Manual transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Shift to neutral.3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.Seite 220MOBILITYCare220
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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 careRemove dust from the leather often, using acloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐
cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially
more visible.Seite 221CareMOBILITY221
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 97
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 61
ACC, see camera-based cruise control 101
Activated-charcoal filter 120
Active Cruise Control, see camera-based cruise con‐
trol 101
Additives, oil 197
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 36
Adjustments, steering wheel 44
After washing vehicle 221
Airbags 81
Airbags, indicator/warning light 82
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 119
Air circulation, see Recircu‐ lated-air mode 116
Air conditioner 115
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐ ing function 116, 118
Air distribution, manual 116, 119
Air flow, air conditioner 116
Air flow, automatic climate control 119
Air pressure, tires 178
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 120
Alarm system 30
Alarm triggering 30
Alarm, unintentional 31
All around the center con‐ sole 16 All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, see Winter tires 187
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 122
Alternative oil types 197
Antifreeze, washer fluid 57
Antilock Brake System, ABS 97
Anti-slip control, see DSC 97
Apple iPod/iPhone 157
Approved axle load 227
Ash tray 125
Assistance when driving off 100
Assist system, see Intelligent Safety 90
AUTO intensity 118
Automatic car wash 220
Automatic climate con‐ trol 117
Automatic Curb Monitor 42
Automatic deactivation, Front- seat passenger airbags 83
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 77
Automatic locking 30
Automatic recirculated-air control 119
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 58
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 118
AUTO program, intensity 118
Auto Start/Stop function 51
AUX-IN port 156
Average fuel consumption 71
Average speed 72
Axle loads, weights 227 B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 37
Balance 150
Band-aids, see First-aid kit 214
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 217
Bass 150
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 212
Battery, vehicle 212
Belts, safety belts 38
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 130
Bluetooth, refer to Hands-free system 164
Bonus range, GREEN mode 144
Bottle holder, see Cu‐ pholder 130
Brake assistant 97
Brake discs, break-in 136
Brake pads, break-in 136
Braking, hints 137
Breakdown assistance 214
Break-in 136
Bug light 204
Bulb replacement 203
Bulb replacement, front 204
Bulb replacement, rear 206
Bulb replacement, side 209
Bulbs and lights 203
Button, Start/Stop 49
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RON recommended fuelgrade 176
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 227
Roof-mounted luggage rack 140
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 217
RSC Run Flat System Compo‐ nent, see Run-flat tires 187
Rubber components, care 222
Run-flat tires 187
S
Safe braking 137
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passenger
seat 39
Safety belts 38
Safety belts, care 222
Safety switch, windows 33
Safety systems, airbags 81
Satellite radio 154
Saving fuel 142
Screwdriver 202
Screw thread for tow fit‐ ting 218
Sealant 188
Seat belts, see Safety belts 38
Seat heating, front 38
Seating position for chil‐ dren 45
Seats 36
Select a station 151
Selecting a station man‐ ually 152
Selection list in instrument cluster 70
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 58
Sensors, care 223
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service CBS 200 Service requirements, dis‐
play 68
SET button, see camera-based cruise control 101
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 106
Settings and information 72
Settings, locking/unlocking 29
Settings, mirrors 42
Shift paddles on the steering wheel 60
Side airbag 81
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 30
Sitting safely 36
Size 226
Slide/tilt glass roof 33
Snow chains 191
Socket 125
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 201
Sound settings 150
Spare fuse 213
Spare tire, refer to Emergency wheel 210
Speed, average 72
Speed limit detection, on- board computer 72
Speed limiter, display 69
Speed Limit Information 69
Speed warning 72
Sport instruments, cockpit 74
SPORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 99
Sport program, transmis‐ sion 59
Stability control systems 97
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 51
Start/Stop button 49
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 23
Starting the engine 50
Station, storing 152
Status of Owner's Manual 7
Steering wheel, adjusting 44 Steptronic Sport transmission,
refer to Steptronic transmis‐
sion 58
Steptronic transmission 58
Stopping the engine 50
Storage compartments 129
Storage, tires 187
Storing the vehicle 223
Suitable engine oil types 197
Summer tires, tread 185
Sun visor 125
Supplementary text mes‐ sages 66
Switch for Dynamic Driving 99
Switch, see Cockpit 14
Symbols 6
T Tachometer 67
Tailgate 27
Tailgate via remote control 25
Tail lights 206
Technical changes, refer to Own Safety 7
Technical data 226
Temperature, air condi‐ tioner 116
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 118
Temperature display for exter‐ nal temperature 67
Temperature display, setting units 72
Temperature, engine 72
Tempomat, see camera-based cruise control 101
Terminal, starting aid 215
Text messages, supplemen‐ tary 66
Theft alarm system, see Alarm system 30
Thigh support 37
Tilt alarm sensor 31
Time, radio, setting time on the radio 73 Seite 248REFERENCEEverything from A to Z248
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