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144Vehicle careEnd-of-life vehicle recoveryInformation on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website. Only entrust this work to an
authorised recycling centre.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
9 Danger
The ignition system generates
extremely high voltages. Do not
touch.
The caps for topping up the engine oil, the coolant, the washer fluid and the
oil dipstick handle are yellow for ease
of identification.
Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
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Vehicle care147Engine coolant
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be just above the
MINI mark. Top-up if the level is low.9Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
Top-up with antifreeze. If no
antifreeze is available, use clean tap
water or distilled water. Install the cap
tightly. Have the antifreeze
concentration checked and have the
cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop.
If a substantial amount of coolant is
required, it will be necessary to bleed
any trapped air from the cooling
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
If the coolant temperature is too high, control indicator W 3 86 illuminates
red in the instrument cluster, together
with C 3 85. Consult a workshop if
coolant level is sufficient.
Power steering fluidCaution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap or from
entering the reservoir.
The power steering fluid reservoir is located below the front left wheel
arch, behind a trim panel.
The fluid level normally does not need
to be checked. If an unusual noise is
heard during steering or if the power
steering reacts conspicuously, seek
the assistance of a workshop.
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182Service and maintenanceAdditional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade
depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 185.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for the
vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C.This concentration should be
maintained all year round. The use of additional coolant additives that
intend to give additional corrosion
protection or seal against minor leaks
can cause function problems. Liability
for consequences resulting from the
use of additional coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake fluid
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified interval.
AdBlue Only use AdBlue to reduce the
nitrogen oxides in the exhaust
emission 3 121.
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201Charging system .......................... 84
Child locks ................................... 28
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 59
Child restraints.............................. 57
Child restraint systems ................57
Cigarette lighter ........................... 78
Cleaning the vehicle ...................177
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............101
Clock ............................................ 76
Coat hooks ................................... 66
Coin holder ................................... 65
Control indicators.......................... 81
Control of the vehicle .................113
Controls ........................................ 74
Controls in steering wheel ............74
Convex shape .............................. 36
Coolant ....................................... 147
Coolant and antifreeze ...............181
Coolant heater ............................ 106
Cooling (AC) ............................... 102
Cornering light .............................. 97
Cruise control ...................... 88, 131
Cupholders .................................. 66
Curtain airbag system .................. 56
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10Daytime running lights............95, 97
Declaration of conformity ............197
DEF ............................................ 121
Demisting and defrosting ..............15
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................121
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 150
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......151
Diesel particle filter ....................120
Directional tyres ..................163, 172
Distance to service .......................80
Document tray .............................. 66
Door locks..................................... 23
Door open .................................... 89
Doors ............................................ 29
Double cab ................................... 67
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........120
Driver assistance systems ..........131
Driver Information Centre .............89
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 140
Driving economically................... 112
Driving hints ................................ 112
E ECO mode .................................. 112
ecoScoring.................................... 91
Electric adjustment ......................36
Electrical accessories ...................77
Electrical system......................... 157
Electronic climate control system 103Electronic data recording..............38
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Program 86,
129, 141
Electronic Stability Program off ...86
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......144
Engine air filter............................ 146
Engine air flow indicator .............146
Engine coolant ........................... 147
Engine coolant temperature ........86
Engine data ............................... 186
Engine exhaust .......................... 120
Engine identification ...................184
Engine oil ...........145, 181, 185, 195
Engine oil additives ....................181
Engine oil level ............................ 91
Engine oil pressure ......................87
Engine oil viscosity grades .........181
Enhanced Traction function 128, 129
Entry lighting .............................. 100
Event data recorders ..................199
Exhaust gases ....................120, 175
Exit lighting ................................ 100
Exterior care .............................. 177
Exterior light ................................. 88
Exterior lighting ......................12, 95
Exterior mirrors ............................. 36