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3.47
Always position the objects transported
so that the largest surface is against:
– the back of the rear bench seat, for normal loading (example A).
– The front seatbacks with the rear seatbacks folded down, the
mobile floor in the flat-floor position
(example B).
If you have to place objects on the
folded seat back, it is vital that you
remove the headrests before folding
the seat back so that it can be folded as
flat as possible against the seat.
TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
A
Always position the hea-
viest items directly on
the floor. Use the lashing
points 1 on the boot floor, if
these are fitted to the vehicle. The
luggage should be loaded in such
a way that no items will be thrown
forward and strike the occupants if
the driver has to brake suddenly.
Fasten the rear seat belts, even if
the seats are not occupied.
Anchorage points
Hooks 1 located on each corner of the
luggage compartment allow the load to
be secured.
Always position objects being trans-
ported so that the heaviest items
are resting against the back of the
rear seat.
1
B
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3.48
Permissible nose weight, maxi-
mum permissible towing weight,
braked and unbraked: refer to
the information on “Weights” in
Section 6.
Choice and fitting of towing
equipment
Maximum weight of towing equip-
ment: 38 kg
For fitting and conditions of use,
refer to the equipment’s fitting ins-
tructions.
Please keep these instructions with
the rest of the vehicle documenta-
tion.
TRANSPORTING OBJECTS towbar
A
A: 1,205 mm (4-door version).
A: 1,222 mm (estate version).
If the towbar ball obscures the regis-
tration plate or the rear fog lights, it
should be removed when not in use.
In all cases, comply with local leg-
islation.
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4.1
Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Engine oil level: general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
Engine oil level: topping up/filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5
Oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6
Levels: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7
brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8
windscreen/headlight washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . 4.9
Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
Battery: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
Tyre pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12
Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.14
Interior trim maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.16
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4.8
LEVELS (2/3)
Brake fluid level
This should be checked frequently, and
any time you notice even the slightest
loss in braking efficiency.
The level should be read with the engine
switched off and on level ground.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.
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.
2
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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5.4
TYRE INFLATION KIT (2/4)
In the event of a puncture, use the kit
located under the trunk carpet 1.With the engine running and the
parking brake applied,
– connect the compressor hose 3 to
the container’s inlet 8;
– remove the cap from the container inflation adapter 2;
– unscrew the valve cap on the rel- evant wheel and screw on the con-
tainer’s inflation end piece 2;
– disconnect any accessories previ- ously connected to the vehicle’s ac-
cessories sockets;
– the end piece 6 must be plugged in
to the vehicle accessories socket;
452
Before using the kit, park
the vehicle at a sufficient
distance from traffic, switch
on the hazard warning
lights, apply the parking brake, ask
all passengers to leave the vehicle
and keep them away from traffic.
8
If the vehicle is parked on
the hard shoulder, you must
warn other road users of
your vehicle’s presence
with a warning triangle or with other
devices as per the legislation apply-
ing to the country you are in.
– press the switch 4 to inflate the
tyre to the recommended pressure
(please refer to the information about
“Tyre Pressure” in section 4);
– after a maximum of 15 minutes, stop inflating and read the pressure (on
pressure gauge 5).
Note: While the bottle is emptying
(approximately 30 seconds), the
pressure gauge 5 will briefly indicate
a pressure of 6 bar, then the pres-
sure will drop.
– adjust the pressure: to increase it, continue inflation with the kit; to
reduce it, press the button 7.
6
3
7
1
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5.9
CHANGING A WHEEL (1/2)
2
Crank up the jack by hand at first to
align the base plate (which should be
inclined further inwards than the jack
head).
Turn the wheelbrace until the wheel lifts
off the ground.
Vehicles equipped with a jack
and wheelbrace
If necessary, remove the wheel trim.
Use the wheelbrace 2 to slacken off the
wheel bolts. Position it so as to be able
to push from above.
Place the jack 3 horizontally; the jack
head must be lined up with the sill clos-
est to the wheel concerned, as shown
by an arrow 1.
Switch on the hazard warn-
ing lights.
Keep the vehicle away from
traffic and on a level surface
where it will not slip.
Apply the parking brake and engage
a gear (first or reverse, or P for auto-
matic transmissions).
Ask all the passengers to leave the
vehicle and keep them away from
traffic.
If the vehicle is parked on
the hard shoulder, you must
warn other road users of
your vehicle’s presence
with a warning triangle or with other
devices as per the legislation apply-
ing to the country you are in.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a
jack or wheelbrace, you can obtain
these from your authorised dealer.
1
3
1
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5.16
Reversing lights
Open the boot lid, unclip the cover on
the interior trim 1 of the boot lid using
the tool 2 (refer to the information on
“Tools” in Section 5). Replace the bulb
3.
Bulb type: W16W.
Refitting
To refit, proceed in the reverse order,
taking care not to damage the wiring.
REAR LIGHTS AND SIDE LIGHTS: replacing the bulbs (1/5)
The bulbs are under pres-
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
4-door version
LED side lights, brake lights, fog
lights and direction indicators
Consult an approved Dealer.
1
3
2
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5.17
Refit the bulb holder and push the light
unit in as far as it will go.
Tighten screws 4.
Check that the light unit is properly
locked in position.
5 Direction indicator lights
Bulb type: PY21.
6 Side light and brake light
Bulb type: P21W.
REAR LIGHTS AND SIDE LIGHTS: replacing the bulbs (2/5)
4-door version (cntd.)
Side lights/brake and direction
indicator lights
Open the tailgate and remove the
screws 4.
Pull on the outside A of the light and
remove the rear light unit.
Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn.
Remove the bulb. High level brake light
7
Consult an approved Dealer.
4
A65
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