2016 MINI Countryman wiper blades

Releasing
Pull up slightly, press the button, and lower the
lever.
Information If for once use during driving is required, en‐
gage the parking brake slightly and hold the
button down.
The brake lights do not light up when the park‐
ing brake is pulled.
Turn signal, high-beams,
headlight flasher
1Turn signal2Switching on the high-beams3Switching off the high-beams/headlight
flasher
Turn signal
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
To switch off manually, press the lever to the
resistance point.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp
indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.
Signaling a turn briefly Press the lever to the resistance point and hold
it there for as long as you want the turn signal
to flash.
Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point.
The turn signal flashes three times.
This function can be activated or deactivated:1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Triple turn signal"
Settings are stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Washer/wiper system
Information Do not use the wipers if the windshield is dry,
as this may damage the wiper blades or cause
them to become worn more quickly.
CAUTION
If the wipers are frozen to the windshield,
the wiper blades can be torn off and the wiper
motor overheat on switching on. There is risk of
property damage. Defrost the windshield prior
to switching the wipers on. ◀
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Hood
Information WARNING
Improperly executed work in the engine
compartment can damage vehicle components
and impair vehicle functions. There is a risk of
personal and property damage. The manufac‐
turer of your vehicle recommends that, in the
effort to avoid such risks, work in the engine
compartment be performed by a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop. ◀
CAUTION
Folded-away wipers can be jammed
when the hood is opened. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Make sure that the wipers with
the wiper blades mounted are folded down onto the windshield before opening the
hood. ◀
Unlocking and opening the hood1.Pull the lever.2.Lift the hood all the way.3.Press the release handle and open the
hood.
WARNING
There are protruding parts, e.g. lock
hook, on the inside of the hood. There is risk of
injuries. If the hood is open, pay attention to
protruding parts and keep these areas clear. ◀
Closing the hood
Close the hood from a height of ap‐
prox. 16 in/40 cm with momentum. It must be
clearly heard to engage.
WARNING
An incorrectly locked hood can open
while driving and restrict visibility. There is risk
of an accident. Stop immediately and correctly
close the hood. ◀
WARNING
Body parts can be jammed on opening
and closing the hood. There is risk of injuries.
Make sure that the area of movement of the
hood is clear during opening and closing. ◀
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Replacing componentsVehicle 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.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
Wiper blade replacement
General information CAUTION
If the wiper arm falls onto the windshield
without the wiper blades installed, the wind‐
shield can be damaged. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Secure the wiper arm when re‐
placing the wiper blades and do not fold down
the wipers without the wiper blades installed. ◀
Replacing the front wiper blades1.Fold up and hold the wiper arm.2.Squeeze the locking spring, arrows 1, and
fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.3.Take the wiper blade out of the catch
mechanism toward the front.4.Press the new wiper blade into the fixation
until it engages audibly.5.Fold down the wiper arm.
CAUTION
Folded-away wipers can be jammed
when the hood is opened. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Make sure that the wipers with
the wiper blades mounted are folded down
onto the windshield before opening the
hood. ◀
Changing the rear wiper blade
MINI Countryman:
MINI Paceman:
1.Fold up and hold the wiper arm.2.Turn the wiper blade all the way back, ar‐
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▷Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock.
Steptronic transmission
Before driving into the car wash, note the fol‐
lowing to ensure that the vehicle can roll:
1.Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.2.Move the selector lever to position N.3.Release the parking brake.4.Switch the engine off.5.Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock so that the vehicle can roll.
Hand car wash
If washing the vehicle by hand, use copious
quantities of water and car shampoo if neces‐
sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or a
washing brush by applying gentle pressure.
Before cleaning the windshield, deactivate the
rain sensor to avoid unintentional wiper activa‐
tion or switch off the ignition.
Adhere to the local regulations regarding
washing cars by hand.
Headlights Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or caus‐
tic cleansers. Soak areas that have been soiled,
e.g., due to insects, with shampoo and rinse off
with copious quantities of water.
Thaw ice with a window deicer; do not use an
ice scraper.
Windows
Clean the outside and inside surfaces of the
windows and the mirror glasses with window
cleaner.
Do not clean mirror glass with cleaners contain‐
ing quartz.
Wiper blades
Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to
avoid streaking.
Wax and preservative residue and soiling on
the windows cause streaking during window
wiping and lead to premature wear on the
wiper blades and malfunctions of the rain sen‐
sor.
Vehicle care
Car care products
Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi‐
cantly to vehicle value retention.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends using car 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 vehicle value reten‐
tion and protects the paintwork against the
long-term effects of paint-damaging substan‐
ces.
Environmental influences in areas with higher
air pollution or natural contaminants, such as
tree resin or pollen, can have an impact on the
vehicle paint. Therefore, it is important to tailor
the frequency and extent of your car care to
these influences.
Immediately remove especially aggressive sub‐
stances, such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, or bird
droppings, to prevent damage to the paint‐
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Triple turn signal activa‐tion 61
Trip odometer 68
Trips, planning 141
Trunk lid, refer to Tailgate 35
Trunk, refer to Cargo area 35
Turning lights, refer to Adap‐ tive Light Control 80
Turn signal, bulb replace‐ ment 241
Turn signal indicator lamp 14
Turn signals 61
Turn signals, triple turn signal activation 61
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/ UTQG 222
Unintentional alarms, avoid‐ ing 40
Units, average fuel consump‐ tion 72
Units of measure, changing on the Control Display 72
Units, temperature 72
Universal remote control 105
Unlocking from the inside 35
Unlocking, from the out‐ side 32
Unlocking, tailgate 37
Unlocking, without remote control, refer to Comfort Ac‐
cess 37
Update, software 175
Upholstery care 256
Upholstery material care 256
V
Vanity mirror 107
Vehicle battery 246
Vehicle, breaking in 120
Vehicle care 255
Vehicle care, refer to Care 254 Vehicle equipment 6
Vehicle identification number, hands-free system 178
Vehicle identification number, mobile phone prepara‐
tion 188
Vehicle paintwork, care 255
Vehicle storage 257
Vehicle, switching off 60
Vehicle wash 254
Ventilation, air condition‐ ing 104
Version of the navigation data 132
Video playback, iPhone 170
Video playback, snap-in adapter 170
Voice activation, naviga‐ tion 140
Voice activation, short com‐ mands 264
Voice activation system 24
Volume, setting 154
W Warning and indicator lamps 15
Warning messages, refer to Check Control 75
Warning signal volumes 154
Warning triangle 248
Washer/wiper system 61
Washer/wiper system, rain sensor 62
Washer/wiper system, washer fluid 64
Washer fluid 64
Washer fluid reservoir 64
Washing, vehicle 254
Welcome lights 79
Wheel change 245
Wheels and tires 218
Wheels, changing 224
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 85 Window, convenient opera‐
tion 32
Windows 42
Windows, care 255
Windows, closing 42
Windows, defrosting and de‐ fogging 101
Windows, opening 42
Windows, pinch protection 43
Windshield defroster 104
Windshield, defrosting and defogging 101
Windshield, defrosting, refer to Defrosting windows 101
Windshield wash 61
Windshield washer fluid 64
Windshield wash, rear win‐ dow 63
Windshield wash, reservoir for washer fluid 64
Windshield wash, washer fluid 64
Windshield wiper blades, changing 238
Windshield wiper, refer to Washer/wiper system 61
Winter storage, care 257
Winter tires 225
Winter tires, setting the speed limit 92
Winter tires, tread 223
Wiper blades, care 255
Wiper blades, changing 238
Wiper fluid 64
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 23
Y Your individual vehicle, set‐ tings, refer to Personal Pro‐
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