check engine MINI 3 door 2013 Owner's Guide

3.Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
Make sure that there is no contact be‐
tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐
wise, there is the danger of short circuits. ◀
Starting aid terminals Connecting order
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
from sparking. ◀
The so-called starting aid terminal in the engine
compartment acts as the battery's positive ter‐
minal.
Open the cap of the starting aid terminal.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the
battery negative terminal.
Connecting the cables
1.Pull off the cap of the starting aid terminal.2.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of thebattery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.3.Attach the terminal clamp on the other end
of the cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle to be started.4.Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery, or to the corresponding engine
or body ground of assisting vehicle.5.Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative terminal of the battery, or to the
corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at an increased
idle speed.
If the vehicle to be started has a diesel en‐
gine: let the engine of the assisting vehicle
run for approx. 10 minutes.2.Start the engine of the vehicle to be started
in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another
attempt in order to allow the discharged
battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing
Note Tow-starting and towing
When tow-starting and towing the vehi‐
cle, switch off the Intelligent Safety systems;
otherwise, improper behavior of the braking
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Screw thread
Threaded holes for the tow fitting are located in
the front and rear of the vehicle on the right
side with respect to the direction of travel.
Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge.
Tow-starting
Automatic transmission Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Due to the automatic transmission, the engine
cannot be started by tow-starting.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem‐ edied.
Manual transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 198. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat‐
alytic converter, only tow-start while the engine
is cold.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Ignition, refer to page 44, on.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly release the
pedal. After the engine starts, immediately
press on the clutch pedal again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
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Automatic transmission:1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage transmission position N.3.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, the transmission position P is
engaged and damages can result. ◀
To start the engine:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without stepping
on the brake turns the ignition off.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in transmission position N. A signal is
sounded when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
Headlamps
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been soiled, e.g., due
to insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and wiper
blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products MINI recommends using cleaning and care
products from MINI, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
gerous and harmful to your health. ◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
Leather care Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐
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C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera-based cruise control, ACC 90
Camera, care 206
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 119
Car battery 196
Car care products 204
Care, displays 206
Care, vehicle 204
Cargo 127
Cargo area 115
Cargo area, adapting size 120
Cargo area, enlarging 116
Cargo area lid 24
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 120
Cargo cover 115
Cargo, securing 128
Cargo straps, securing cargo 128
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 20
Carpet, care 206
Car wash 203
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 125
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 184
Center armrest 119
Center console 14
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 6
Changing parts 186
Changing the station 140
Changing wheels 193
Changing wheels/tires 171
Check Control 57
Children, seating position 40
Children, transporting safely 40
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 40 Child restraint fixing system
LATCH 41
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 40
Child seat, mounting 40
Child seats 40
Chrome parts, care 205
Cigarette lighter 115
Cleaning, displays 206
Climate control 104, 106
Clock 60
Closing/opening via door lock 23
Closing/opening with remote control 22
Clothes hooks 120
Coasting 133
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 133
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 133
Cold starting, refer to Starting the engine 45
Collision warning with City Braking function 80
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals 49
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 49
Comfort Access 25
Compact wheel 194
Compartments in the doors 119
Compass 112
Compressor 173
Computer 63
Condensation on win‐ dows 108
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 126
Condition Based Service CBS 184
Confirmation signal 27
Control systems, driving stabil‐ ity 86
Convenient opening 22 Coolant 183
Coolant temperature 59
Cooling function 105, 108
Cooling, maximum 107
Cooling system 183
Cornering lamp 68
Corrosion on brake discs 126
Cruise control 96
Cruise control, active 90
Cruise control, refer to cam‐ era-based cruise control 90
Cruising range 60
Cupholder 119
Current fuel consumption 60
D
Damage, tires 171
Damping control, dynamic 87
Data, technical 210
Date 60
Date, radio 65
Date, setting on radio 65
Daytime running lights 67
Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows 105
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 108
Defrosting the windows 105
Dehumidifying, air 105, 108
Diesel particulate filter 125
Digital clock 60
Digital compass 112
Digital radio 141
Dimensions 210
Dimmable exterior mirrors 38
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 38
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 49
Display, electronic, instrument cluster 57
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 70
Displays 56
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Disposal, coolant 183
Disposal, vehicle battery 197
Distance control, refer to PDC 98
Distance covered, setting units 65
Door lock, refer to Remote control 20
Drive mode, GREEN mode 131
Drive mode lock, manually unlocking 54
Drive-off assistant 89
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 86
Driving Dynamics Control 88
Driving instruction, GREEN mode 133
Driving instructions, breaking in 124
Driving mode 88
Driving notes, general 124
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 86
Driving tips 124
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 86
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 87
Dynamic Damping Control 87
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 86
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 87
E Electronic displays, instrument cluster 57
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 86
Emergency detection, remote control 21
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 162 Emergency service, refer to
Roadside Assistance 198
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 21
Emergency unlocking, door lock 24
Energy Control 60
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 46
Engine, automatic switch- off 46
Engine compartment 178
Engine compartment, working in 178
Engine coolant 183
Engine idling when driving, coasting 133
Engine oil 180
Engine oil, adding 181
Engine oil additives 181
Engine oil change 182
Engine oil filler neck 181
Engine oil temperature 59
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 182
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 182
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 21
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 198
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 45
Engine stop 45
Engine temperature 59
Entering a car wash 203
Equipment, interior 110
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 86
Exchanging wheels/tires 171
Exhaust system 125
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 38
Exterior mirrors 37
External start 198 External temperature dis‐
play 59
External temperature warn‐ ing 59
Eyes for securing cargo 128
F
Fader 138
Failure message, refer to Check Control 57
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 28
Fan, refer to Air flow 105, 107
Fault displays, refer to Check Control 57
Filler neck for engine oil 181
Fine wood, care 205
First aid kit 198
Fitting for towing, refer to Tow fitting 201
Flat tire, changing wheels 193
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 77
Flat tire, repairing 173
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 74
Flat tire, warning lamp 75, 78
Flooding 125
Floor carpet, care 206
Floor mats, care 206
Fogged up windows 105
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 51
Foot brake 125
Formats, setting 65
Front airbags 71
Front fog lamps 69
Front passenger airbags, auto‐ matic deactivation 73
Front passenger airbags, indi‐ cator lamp 73
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 77
Fuel 164
Fuel cap 162
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Tourist function, refer to
Right-hand/left-hand traf‐
fic 69
Tow fitting 201
Towing 199
Tow-starting 199
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor 74
Traction control 87
TRACTION drive mode, driving
dynamics 87
Traffic bulletins 142
Transmission, automatic 52
Transmission, manual 52
Transporting children
safely 40
Tread, tires 170
Treble 138
Triple turn signal activa‐
tion 49
Trip odometer 59
Turn signal, front 188
Turn signal, side 193
Turn signals, operation 49
Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐
placement 190
U
Unintentional alarm 28
Units 65
Units, setting 65
Universal remote control 110
Unlock button, automatic
transmission 53
Unlocking/locking via door
lock 23
Unlocking/locking with re‐
mote control 22
Unlocking, settings 26
Updates made after the edito‐
rial deadline 6
Updates, refer to Appen‐
dix
Upholstery care 205
USB interface 114
V
Vehicle battery 196
Vehicle battery, replacing 196
Vehicle, breaking in 124
Vehicle care 204
Vehicle equipment 6
Vehicle identification number,
refer to Identification num‐
ber in the engine compart‐
ment 178
Vehicle jack 194
Vehicle paint 204
Vehicle storage 206
Vehicle wash 203
Ventilation 109
W
Warning messages, refer to
Check Control 57
Warning triangle 198
Washer fluid 51
Washer nozzles, wind‐
shield 51
Washer system 49
Washing, vehicle 203
Water on roads 125
Weights 210
Welcome lamps 67
Wheels, changing 171
Wheels, everything on wheels
and tires 166
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor
FTM 77
Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 74
Window defroster,
rear 105, 108
Windows, powered 29
Windshield de‐
froster 106, 108
Windshield washer fluid 51
Windshield washer nozzles 51
Windshield washer system 49
Windshield wiper 49
Windshield wipers, fold-out
position 51
Winter diesel 165
Winter storage, care 206
Winter tires, suitable tires 172
Winter tires, tread 170
Wiper blades, replacing 186
Wiper fluid 51
Wiper system 49
Wood, care 205
Wrench 186
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