brake pads MINI 3 door 2013 Owner's Manual

Things to remember when drivingVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehi‐
cle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Breaking-in period General information
Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to
each other.
The following instructions will help achieve a
long vehicle life and good economy.
Engine and axle drive
Always obey the official speed limit.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speed:▷For gasoline engine, 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.▷For diesel engine, 3,500 rpm and
93 mph/150 km/h.
Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum‐
stances.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Tires Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac‐
tion potential until after an initial breaking-in
period.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Brake system Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐
prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
contact and wear patterns between brake discs
and brake pads. Drive moderately during this
break-in period.
Clutch
The function of the clutch reaches its optimal
level only after a distance driven of approx.
300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period,
engage the clutch gently.
Following part replacement The same breaking in procedures should be ob‐
served if any of the components mentioned
above have to be renewed in the course of the
vehicle's operating life.
General driving notes
Closing the tailgate Drive with the tailgate closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; other‐
wise, in the event of an accident or braking and
evasive maneuvers, passengers and other road
users may be injured, and the vehicle may be
damaged. In addition, exhaust fumes may en‐
ter the passenger compartment. ◀
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
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Objects in the area around the pedalsNo objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving and create the risk of an
accident.
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in
place.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again after they were removed for cleaning, for
example. ◀
Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet or there is heavy rain,
briefly exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal
every few miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other
road users.
The heat generated in this process helps dry
the brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
HillsDrive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear in which the least braking is required. Oth‐
erwise, the brake system may overheat, result‐
ing in a reduction in the brake system effi‐
ciency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
necessary.
Avoid load on the brakes
Avoid placing excessive load on the brake
system. Light but consistent brake pressure can
lead to high temperatures, brake wear and
possibly even brake failure. ◀Do not drive in neutral
Do not drive in neutral or with the engine
stopped, as doing so disables engine braking.
In addition, steering and brake assist are un‐
available with the engine stopped. ◀
Brake disc corrosion Corrosion on the brake discs and contamina‐
tion on the brake pads are furthered by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure
that must be exerted by the pads during brake
applications to clean the discs is not reached.
Should corrosion form on the brake discs, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating ef‐
fect that generally cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops that exits under‐
neath the vehicle.
Traces of water under the vehicle like this are
normal.
Ground clearance Limited ground clearance
Observe the limited ground clearance of
the vehicle, e. g. while entering underground
parking garages or when driving over obsta‐
cles. Otherwise, damages to the vehicle may
result. ◀
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Everything from A to Z
Index
A
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐
tem 86
ACC, Active Cruise Control 90
Acceleration Assistant, refer to
Launch Control 55
Activated-charcoal filter 109
Active cruise control, ACC 90
Additives, oil 181
Adjusting the headlamps 69
Adjustments, seats/head re‐
straints 32
Adjustments, steering
wheel 39
After washing vehicle 204
Airbags 71
Airbags, indicator/warning
light 72
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐
culated-air mode 105, 108
Air conditioner 104
Air, dehumidifying, refer to
Cooling function 105, 108
Air distribution,
manual 105, 107
Air flow, air conditioner 105
Air flow, automatic climate
control 107
Air pressure, tires 166
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐
tion 109
Alarm system 27
Alarm triggering 27
Alarm, unintentional 28
All around the center con‐
sole 14
All around the headliner 15
All around the steering
wheel 12
All-season tires, refer to Win‐
ter tires 172
Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 111
Alternative oil types 182
Antifreeze, washer fluid 51
Antilock Brake System,
ABS 86
Anti-slip control, refer to
DSC 86
Appendix
Approved axle load 210
Approved engine oils 182
Ash tray 115
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐
tance 198
Assistance when driving
off 89
Assist system, refer to Intelli‐
gent Safety 79
AUTO intensity 107
Automatic car wash 203
Automatic climate con‐
trol 106
Automatic cruise control with
Stop & Go 90
Automatic Curb Monitor 37
Automatic deactivation, front
passenger airbags 73
Automatic headlamp con‐
trol 67
Automatic locking 27
Automatic recirculated-air
control 108
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 52
AUTO program, automatic cli‐
mate control 107
AUTO program, intensity 107
Auto Start/Stop function 46
Average fuel consumption 64
Average speed 64
Axle loads, weights 210
B
Backrest curvature, refer to
Lumbar support 33
Balance 138
Band-aids, refer to First aid
kit 198
Bar for tow-starting/
towing 201
Bass 138
Battery replacement, vehicle
battery 196
Battery, vehicle 196
Belts, safety belts 34
Beverage holder, cu‐
pholder 119
Bluetooth, refer to Hands-free
system 152
Bonus range, GREEN
mode 132
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐
pholder 119
Brake assistant 86
Brake discs, breaking in 124
Brake pads, breaking in 124
Braking, hints 125
Breakdown assistance 198
Breaking in 124
Bug light 188
Bulb replacement 187
Bulb replacement, front 188
Bulb replacement, rear 190
Bulb replacement, side 193
Bulbs and lamps 187
Button, RES 92
Button, Start/Stop 44
Bypassing, refer to Jump-
starting 198
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