washer fluid MINI 3 door 2014 Owner's Manual

Washing the windshield
Pull the wiper lever towards you.
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
Do not use the washer system at freezing
temperatures
Do not use the washers if fluid could freeze
onto the windshield which might impede your
viewing field. Therefore use antifreeze fluid.
Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is
empty; operation might damage pump. ◀
Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐
cally heated while the ignition is switched on.
Rear window wiper
Switching on the rear window wiper
Turn the switch from idle position 0 upward, ar‐
row 1: interval mode. When reverse gear is en‐
gaged, the system switches to continuous op‐
eration.
Cleaning rear window
In interval mode: turn the reel further, arrow 2.
The reel automatically returns to its interval po‐
sition when released.
In idle position: turn reel downward, arrow 3.
The reel automatically returns to its idle posi‐ tion when released.
Fold-out position of the wipers
Helpful when changing the wiper blades or un‐
der frosty conditions, e.g.1.Switch the ignition on and off again.2.With icy conditions make sure that blades
are not frozen to the windshield.3.Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly
vertical position.
After the wipers are folded back down, the
wiper system must be reactivated.
Folding wipers back down
Before switching the ignition on, fold the
wipers back down to the windshield; otherwise,
the wipers may become damaged when they
are activated. ◀
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Push wiper lever down. Wipers move to
their resting position and are ready again
for operation.
Washer fluid
General information Antifreeze for washer fluid
Antifreeze is flammable and can cause in‐
jury if it is used incorrectly.
Therefore, keep it away from possible sources
of ignition.
Only keep it in the closed original container and
inaccessible to children.
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Follow the notes and instructions on the con‐
tainer.
United States: The washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual
states; do not exceed the allowable washer
fluid dilution ratios limits that apply. Follow the
usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐
tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Concen‐
trate or the equivalent. ◀
Washer fluid reservoir Adding washer fluid
Only add washer fluid when the engine is
cool, and then close the cover completely to
avoid contact between the washer fluid and
hot engine parts.
Otherwise, there is a danger of fire and a risk to
personal safety if the fluid is spilled. ◀
All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser‐
voir.
Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con‐
centrate and tap water and – if required – with
a washer antifreeze, according to the manufac‐
turer's recommendations.
Mix the washer fluid before adding to find the
right mixture.
Do not add windshield washer concentrate and
antifreeze undiluted and do not fill with pure
water; this could damage the wiper system.
Do not mix window washer concentrates of dif‐
ferent manufacturers because they can clog the
windshield washer nozzles.
Recommended minimum fill quantity: 0.2 US
gal/1 liter.
Manual transmission Shifting Shifting into 5th or 6th gear
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push
the gearshift lever to the right; otherwise, inad‐
vertent shifting into 3rd or 4th gear could lead
to engine damage. ◀
Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
To overcome the resistance push the selector
lever dynamically to the left and engage the re‐
verse gear.
Steptronic transmission Selector lever positions
D Drive Gear position for normal vehicle operation. All
gears for forward travel are activated automati‐
cally.
R is Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
N Neutral: The vehicle may roll. Use in automatic car
washes, e.g.
P Park
Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The
drive wheels are blocked.
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that se‐
lector lever position P is set. Otherwise, the ve‐
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Engine compartmentVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with theseries. 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.
Important features in the engine compartment
1Washer fluid reservoir2Vehicle identification number3Oil filler neck4Jump-starting, positive terminal5Jump-starting, negative terminal6Coolant reservoirHood
Hints Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
If work is not carried out properly, there is a
danger of subsequent damage and related
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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
C
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T
Tachometer 77
Tailgate 40
Tailgate via remote control 38
Tail lights 199
Technical changes, refer to Safety 7
Technical data 218
Temperature, air condi‐ tioner 131
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 133
Temperature display for exter‐ nal temperature 77
Temperature, engine 82
Tempomat, see Camera- based cruise control 113
Terminal, starting aid 208
Text messages, supplemen‐ tary 76
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 43
Thigh support 49
Tilt alarm sensor 43
Time of arrival 82
Tire damage 179
Tire identification marks 177
Tire inflation pressure 172
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 100
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 96
Tires, changing 179
Tire sealant 181
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 172
Tires, run-flat tires 181
Tire tread 178
Tone, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Tools 195
Total vehicle weight 219
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 210
Towing 209
Tow-starting 209 TPM Tire Pressure Monitor 96
Traction control 110
TRACTION drive mode, driving dynamics 110
Transmission lock, releasing manually 70
Transmission, manual trans‐ mission 68
Transmission, see Steptronic transmission 68
Transporting children safely 56
Tread, tires 178
Trip computer 82
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 65
Trip odometer 77
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 124
Turn signal, front 197
Turn signal, side 202
Turn signals, operation 65
Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐ placement 199
U
Unintentional alarm 44
Units of measure 84
Universal remote control 137
Unlock button, Steptronic transmission 69
Unlocking/locking via door lock 39
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37
Unlocking, settings 42
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 6
Upholstery care 214
USB interface 142
V
Vanity mirror 141
Vehicle battery 205 Vehicle battery, replacing 205
Vehicle, break-in 152
Vehicle care 213
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 6
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 9
Vehicle jack 203
Vehicle paint 213
Vehicle storage 215
Vehicle wash 212
Ventilation 135
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation 135
VIN, see vehicle identification number 9
Voice activation system 26
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 73
Warning displays, see Check Control 73
Warning messages, see Check Control 73
Warning triangle 207
Washer fluid 67
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 67
Washer system 65
Washing, vehicle 212
Water on roads 153
Weights 219
Welcome lights 89
Wheels, changing 179
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 172
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 100
Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 96
Window defroster, rear 131, 134
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Windshield de‐froster 132, 134
Windshield washer fluid 67
Windshield washer nozzles 67
Windshield washer system 65
Windshield wiper 65
Windshield wipers, fold-out position 67
Winter storage, care 215
Winter tires, suitable tires 180
Winter tires, tread 178
Wiper blades, replacing 195
Wiper fluid 67
Wiper system 65
Wood, care 214
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 25
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