MINI Countryman 2017 Owner's Manual

On
a
level
surface
Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects infront and behind the wheel that is diagonal to
the wheel to be changed.
On
a
slight
downhill
gradient
If you need to change a wheel on a slightdownhill gradient, place chocks and other suit~able objects, for example a rock, under the
wheels of both the front and rear axles against
the rolling direction.
Preparing
the
vehicle
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do not change this position while using the ve~hicle jack. '

4.Turn the crank on the vehicle jack counter~
clockwise to retract the jack and lower the vehicle.5.Remove the vehicle jack.
After
the
wheel
change
1.Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight~
ening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.2.Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo
area.
The nonworking wheel cannot be stored
under the cargo floor panel because of its
size.3.Check tire inflation pressure at the next op~
portunity and correct as needed.4.Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor.5.Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight with a calibrated torque wrench.6.Have the damaged tire replaced at the
nearest dealer

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WARNING
The engine compartment accommodates
moving components. Certain components in the engine compartment can also move with
the vehicle switched off, e.g., the radiator fan.
There is a risk of injury. Do not reach into the area of moving parts. Keep articles of clothing
and hair away from moving parts. '

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NOTE
An engine oil level that is too low causes
engine damage. There is a risk of property
damage. Immediately add engine oil. '

Overview
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com~
partment, refer to page 214.
Opening
the
oil
filler
neck1.Open the hood, refer to page 214.2.Open the lid counterclockwise, arrow.3.Add engine oil.
After refilling, perform a detailed measure~
ment, refer to page 217.
Engine
oil
types
to
add
General
information
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the
engine.
Safety
information NOTE
Oil additives can damage the engine.
There is a risk of property damage. Do not use
oil additives. '

The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you have a dealer

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