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4.8
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling (3/3)/OIL CHANGE
Engine oil change: if you
are changing the oil when
the engine is hot, be careful
not to scald yourself if the
oil overflows.
Never run the engine in an
enclosed space as exhaust
gases are poisonous.
Consult your approved Dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
Filling: take care when
topping up the oil that
no oil drips onto engine
components - risk of fire.
Remember to refit the cap securely
as there is a risk of fire if oil splashes
onto hot engine components.
Oil change
Service interval: refer to the
Maintenance Document for your vehi-
cle.
Average capacity for oil
changes
Please refer to the maintenance docu-
ment for your vehicle, or contact an au-
thorised dealer.
Always check the engine oil level using
the dipstick, as explained previously (it
should never fall below the minimum
level, or be over the maximum level on
the dipstick).
Engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off by pressing
the engine stop button (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
Exceeding the maximum
engine oil level
Under no circumstances
must the maximum fill level
be exceeded: risk of damage to the
engine and catalytic converter.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum
level, do not start your vehicle and
contact an approved Dealer.
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4.9
LEVELS (1/3)
Coolant
With the engine switched off and on
level ground, the level when cold must
be between the “MINI" and "MAXI"
marks on coolant reservoir 1.
Top this level up when cold before it
reaches the MINI mark. Checking intervals
Check the coolant level regularly
(very severe damage is likely to be
caused to the engine if it runs out of
coolant).
If the level needs to be topped up, only
use products approved by our Technical
Department which ensure:
– protection against freezing;
– anticorrosion protection of the coo- ling system.
No operations should be
carried out on the cooling
circuit when the engine is
hot.
Risk of burns.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
1Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off by pressing
the engine stop button (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
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4.10
LEVELS (2/3)
Brake fluid level
The level should be read with the engine
switched off and on level ground. This
should be checked frequently, and any
time you notice even the slightest loss
in braking efficiency. Level 2
It is normal for the level to drop as
the linings become worn, but it should
never drop below the “MINI” warning
line.
If you wish to check the disc and drum
wear yourself, you should obtain the
document explaining the checking pro-
cedure from our network or from the
manufacturer’s website. Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our
Technical Department (and taken from
a sealed container).
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
2
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off by pressing
the engine stop button (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
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4.11
LEVELS (3/3)/FILTERS
Windscreen/headlight washer
reservoir
Topping up
With the engine switched off, open the
cap 3, fill until you can see the fluid,
then refit the cap. Liquid
Screen wash product (product with an-
tifreeze in winter).
Jets
Use a tool such as a needle to adjust
the height of the windscreen washer
jets.
NOTE
Depending on the vehicle, to find
out the fluid level, open the cap
3
and pull out the dipstick.
Filters
The replacement of filter elements (air
filter, passenger compartment filter,
diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled in the
maintenance operations for your vehi-
cle.
Replacement intervals for filter ele-
ments: refer to the Maintenance
Service Booklet for your vehicle.
3
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off by pressing
the engine stop button (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
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4.15
Replacing the battery
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
Vehicle fitted with the Stop and Start
function
After changing or disconnecting the
battery, the message “New battery?”
will appear on the instrument panel.
Select “Yes” or “No” with a short press
on one of the buttons 8 or 9, then con-
firm with a long press on one of the two
buttons.
BATTERY (2/2)
The battery is a specific
type, please ensure it is
replaced with the same
type. Consult an approved
dealer.
8
9
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off by pressing
the engine stop button (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
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5.15
FRONT HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (1/3)
After opening the bonnet, pull tool A
upwards. Remove the two screws 1
from the headlight using the A tool.
Pull the headlight forwards, sliding it in
its rails up to the end stop.
After refitting the light, tighten the
screws 1 and reposition the tool A cor-
rectly in its housing.Dipped beams
Halogen dipped beam headlight
Unlock the two springs D, remove
the cover, then unclip the spring 3 to
remove the bulb 4.
Bulb type: H7.
It is essential to use anti U.V. 55W
bulbs so as not to damage the plastic
on the headlights.
BCDE3245B6
Due to the danger involved
in handling high-voltage de-
vices, this type of bulb must
be replaced by an approved
dealer.
Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it
by its base.
When the bulb has been changed,
make sure you refit the cover correctly.
Direction indicator lightsRotate the bulb holder B to unlock it.
Bulb type: PY21W.
A
1
Before performing any action in the engine compartment, the ignition
must be switched off by pressing the engine stop button (please see the
information on “Starting, stopping the engine” in Section 2).
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5.16
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
The bulbs are under pres-
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
To comply with current legislation,
or as a precaution, you can obtain
an emergency kit from an appro-
ved dealer containing a set of spare
bulbs and fuses.
FRONT HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (2/3)
Daytime running light
Remove the cover C, unlock the bulb
holder 2 by rotating it.
Bulb type: P21W.
Main beam headlight
Remove the cover E, press the bulb
holder 5 downwards to unlock it.
Bulb type: H7.
BCDE3245B6
Front side light
Remove the cover E and pull the bulb
holder 6.
Bulb type: W5W.
Discharge bulb dipped beam
headlight
Bulb type: D1S.
Due to the danger involved
in handling high-voltage de-
vices, this type of bulb must
be replaced by an approved
dealer.
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off by pressing
the engine stop button (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
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5.24
BATTERY: troubleshooting (1/2)
To avoid all risk of sparks:
– Ensure that any electrical consumers (courtesy lights, etc.) are switched
off before disconnecting or recon-
necting the battery.
– When charging, stop the charger before connecting or disconnecting
the battery.
– Do not place metal objects on the battery to avoid creating a short cir-
cuit between the terminals.
– Always wait at least one minute after the engine has been switched off
before disconnecting a battery.
– Make sure that you reconnect the battery terminals after refitting.
Connecting a battery charger
The battery charger must be com-
patible with a battery with nominal
voltage of 12 volts.
Do not disconnect the battery when the
engine is running. Follow the instruc-
tions given by the manufacturer of
the battery charger you are using.
Special procedures may be
required to charge some
batteries. Contact your ap-
proved dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which may
cause an immediate explosion, and
charge the battery in a well-venti-
lated area. Risk of serious injury.
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
The engine may be hot when car-
rying out operations in close prox-
imity. In addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off by pressing
the engine stop button (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).