ESP MINI Hardtop 2 Door 2002 Owner's Guide
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OVERVIEW REPAIRSOPERATION CONTROLS DATA INDEX
TOW-STARTING AND TOWINGFor towing, use either a tow bar or a nylon 
rope or nylon belts that prevent sudden 
jerking movements.Tow fittingThe screw-in tow fitting is stored in the 
onboard tool kit; be sure that it remains in 
the vehicle at all times. This fitting is 
designed for installation in the tow sockets 
located at the front and rear of the vehicle. 
It is intended for towing on paved road 
surfaces only. Access to tow socketsUse a suitable object (e.g. credit card, 
screwdriver) to press out the covers from 
the recess.
Screw the tow fitting in until it 
bottoms firmly. If this is not done, the 
threads could be damaged.
Never attach tie-down hooks, chains, 
straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, control 
arms, or any other part of the vehicle 
suspension, as severe damage to these 
components will occur, leading to possible 
accidents.<
Tow barsIf the tow fittings of the two vehicles are 
not directly opposite one another, please 
note:
>Clearance and maneuvering capability 
will be strictly limited in corners
>The inclination of the tow bar generates 
lateral force (critical above all if the road 
surface is slippery).
Do not tow a vehicle that is heavier 
than the towing vehicle, otherwise it 
will no longer be possible to control vehicle 
response.< 
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 The oil volume between the two marks on the 
dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts 
(1 liter).FuelDesignation
AKI: Engine oil QualityTire inflation pressure 
Summer Winter 
front rear front rear
2 persons 
4 persons plus luggage
To ensure that you always have convenient access 
to all essential information when you stop for fuel, 
we recommend that you take the time to fill out 
the adjoining chart by entering the data that 
applies to your vehicle. 
REFUELING