brake pads MINI 3 door 2014 Owner's Manual

Things to remember when drivingVehicle features and op‐tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Breaking-in period General information Moving parts need time to adjust to one an‐
other (break-in time).
The following instructions will help accomplish
a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
Engine, transmission, 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.
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 Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐
ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;
they achieve their full traction potential after a
break-in time.
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 optimal per‐
formance 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 break-in procedures should be ob‐
served if any of the components above-men‐
tioned 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 traf‐
fic may be injured, and the vehicle may be
damaged. In addition, exhaust fumes may en‐
ter the vehicle interior. ◀
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
avoided:▷Close all windows and the glass sunroof.▷Greatly increase the air flow from the vents.▷Drive moderately.Seite 152DRIVING TIPSThings to remember when driving152
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Ensure that this action does not endanger other
traffic.
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 that requires least braking efforts. Other‐
wise the brakes may overheat and reduce
brake efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
needed.
Avoid stressing the brakes
Avoid placing excessive stress on the
brake system. Light but consistent brake pres‐
sure can lead to high temperatures, brakes
wearing out 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 will built up when the maximum
pressure applied to the brake pads during brak‐
ing is not reached - thus discs don't get
cleaned.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re‐
sponse - generally that cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops collecting under‐
neath the vehicle.
These traces of water under the vehicle 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
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 109
ACC, Active Cruise Control 113
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 71
Activated-charcoal filter 135
Active Cruise Control, ACC 113
Additives, oil 189
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 48
Adjustments, steering wheel 55
After washing vehicle 213
Airbags 93
Airbags, indicator/warning light 95
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 131, 134
Air conditioner 130
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 131, 134
Air distribution, manual 131, 133
Air flow, air conditioner 131
Air flow, automatic climate control 133
Air pressure, tires 172
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 135
Alarm system 43
Alarm triggering 43
Alarm, unintentional 44
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 180 Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 138
Alternative oil types 190
Antifreeze, washer fluid 67
Antilock Brake System, ABS 109
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 109
Approved axle load 219
Approved engine oils 190
Arrival time 82
Ash tray 141
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 207
Assistance when driving off 112
Assist system, refer to Intelli‐ gent Safety 102
AUTO intensity 133
Automatic car wash 212
Automatic climate con‐ trol 132
Automatic Curb Monitor 54
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 95
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 89
Automatic locking 42
Automatic recirculated-air control 134
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 68
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 133
AUTO program, intensity 133
Auto Start/Stop function 62
Average fuel consumption 81
Average speed 82
Axle loads, weights 219 B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 49
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 207
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 210
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 205
Battery, vehicle 205
Belts, safety belts 50
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 146
Bonus range, GREEN mode 162
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 146
Brake assistant 109
Brake discs, break-in 152
Brake pads, break-in 152
Braking, hints 153
Breakdown assistance 207
Break-in 152
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 85
Bug light 197
Bulb replacement 196
Bulb replacement, front 197
Bulb replacement, rear 199
Bulb replacement, side 202
Bulbs and lights 196
Button, RES 115
Button, Start/Stop 60
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 207
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California Proposition 65 Warning 7 Seite 226REFERENCEEverything from A to Z226
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