MINI 3 door 2015 Owner's Manual

Adding1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, then open it.3.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.4.Close cap.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen‐
tal protection regulations when dispos‐
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
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MaintenanceVehicle 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. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
MINI maintenance system
The maintenance system indicates required
maintenance measures, and thereby provides
support in maintaining road safety and the op‐
erational reliability of the vehicle.
In some cases scopes and intervals may vary
according to the country-specific version. Re‐
placement work, spare parts, fuels and lubri‐
cants and wear materials are calculated sepa‐
rately. Further information is available from a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Condition Based Service
CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐
count the driving conditions of your vehicle.
Based on this, Condition Based Service recog‐
nizes the maintenance requirements.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance corresponding to your
user profile.Detailed information on service requirements,
refer to page 82, can be displayed on the Con‐
trol Display.
Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is
continuously stored in the remote control. The
dealer’s service center can read this data out
and suggest an optimized maintenance scope
for your vehicle.
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote
control with which the vehicle was driven most
recently.
Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐
tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐
count.
If this occurs, have a dealer's service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop
update the time-dependent maintenance pro‐
cedures, such as checking brake fluid and, if
necessary, changing the engine oil and the mi‐
crofilter/activated-charcoal filter.
Service and Warranty In‐
formation Booklet for
US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Book‐
let for Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor‐
mation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
for additional information on service require‐
ments.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
that maintenance and repair be performed by a
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service center or repair shop. Records of regu‐
lar maintenance and repair work should be re‐
tained.
Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Information CAUTION
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an
intricate component intended to be used in
conjunction with specialized equipment to
check the vehicle’s primary emissions system.
Improper use of the socket for Onboard Diag‐
nosis, or contact with the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates
risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the socket
for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a dealer's
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop or other persons that have
the specialized training and equipment for pur‐
poses of properly utilizing the socket for On‐
board Diagnosis. ◀
Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for
checking the primary components in the vehi‐
cle's emissions.
Emissions▷The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐
sible.▷The warning lamp flashes under certain cir‐
cumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive misfir‐
ing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐
tem checked immediately; otherwise, seri‐
ous engine misfiring within a brief period
can seriously damage emission control
components, in particular the catalytic con‐
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Replacing componentsVehicle 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. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located in the
trough under the trunk floor.
Wiper blade replacement Information CAUTION
If the wiper arm falls onto the windshield
without the wiper blades installed, the wind‐
shield can be damaged. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Secure the wiper arm when re‐ placing the wiper blades and do not fold down
the wipers without the wiper blades installed. ◀
CAUTION
Folded-away wipers can be jammed
when the hood is opened. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Make sure that the wipers with
the wiper blades mounted are folded down
onto the windshield before opening the
hood. ◀
Replacing the front wiper blades1.To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer
to page 70, the wiper arms.2.Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.3.Open the wiper blade lock, arrow.4.Pull the wiper blade down first out of the
holder on the wiper arm, arrow 1.
Then pull the wiper blade free from the
holder of the wiper arm, arrow 2.5.Insert and latch a new wiper blade in re‐
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Replace rear wiper blade1.Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.2.Turn the wiper blade all the way back.3.Continue turning the wiper blade all the
way so that it pops out of the holder.4.Press the new wiper blade into the holder
until you hear it snap into place.5.Fold the wipers in.
Lamp and bulb replace‐
ment
General information Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution
to vehicle safety.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you have appropriate work performed by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop if you are unfami‐
liar with it or if it has not been described here.
A spare lamp box is available from a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop.
Information
Lights and bulbs WARNING
Bulbs can get hot during operation. Con‐
tact with the bulbs can cause burns. There is
risk of injuries. Only change bulbs after they
have cooled off. ◀
WARNING
Work on switched-on lighting systems
can cause short circuits. There is risk of injuries
or risk of property damage. When working on
the lighting system, switch off the lamps in
question. If necessary, heed the bulb manufac‐
turer's instructions. ◀
CAUTION
Dirty bulbs have a reduced service life.
There is risk of property damage. Do not hold
new bulbs with your bare hands. Use a clean
cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by
its base. ◀
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Some items of equipment use light-emitting di‐
odes installed behind a cover as a light source.
These light-emitting diodes, which are related
to conventional lasers, are officially designated
as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
WARNING
Too intensive brightness can irritate or
damage the retina of the eye. There is risk of
injuries. Do not look directly into the headlights
or other light sources. Do not remove the LED
covers. ◀
Headlight glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐
ternal lights in cool or humid weather. When
driving with the lights switched on, the conden‐
sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐
light glass does not need to be changed.
If despite driving with the lights switched on,
increasing humidity forms, e. g. water droplets
in the lamp, the manufacturer of your vehicle
recommends having it checked by a dealer’s
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Front lights, bulb replacement
Overview
Halogen headlights1Low beams/high beams2Turn signal
LED headlights
1Daytime running lights2Low beams/high beams3Turn signalBug light1Parking lights2Daytime running lights3Fog lights
LED bug light
1Parking lights2Fog lights
LED low beams/LED high beams Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
The lights feature LED technology. In the case
of a malfunction, contact a dealer’s service cen‐
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Halogen low beams/halogen high
beams
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
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Bulbs: H41.Open the hood, refer to page 195.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow, and
remove.3.Pull off the connector.4.Unclip spring clip, arrow, and fold down.5.Remove the bulb from the headlight hous‐
ing.6.Insert the new bulb and install the cover in
the reverse order.
Turn signal
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
Bulbs: PW24W
With white turn signal lights: PWY24W1.Turn the steering wheel.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow 1, and
remove.3.Unscrew the inner lid counterclockwise,
and remove it.4.Pull bulb holder out of the bulb housing; if
needed, loosen it with small tilting move‐
ments if possible.5.Pull the bulb out of the fixture.6.Insert the new bulb and install the cover in
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LED parking lights/LED fog lightsFollow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
The lights feature LED technology. In the case
of a malfunction, contact a dealer’s service cen‐
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Parking lights/fog lights/daytime
running lights
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
Bulbs:▷Parking lights for halogen headlights: W5W
Parking lights for LED headlights: W5W NBV▷Daytime running light: PSX24W▷Fog lamp: H8
Replacing the bulbs
1.Turn the steering wheel.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise, arrow 2, and
remove.3.Remove the corresponding connector.4.Remove the bulb holder.▷Turn the parking light bulb holder coun‐
ter-clockwise, arrow 1, and remove.▷Press together the upper and lower
locking of the daytime running lights
bulb holder, arrow 2, and remove the
bulb holder.For better accessibility, if needed, re‐
move the bulb of the fog lamp before‐
hand.▷Turn the fog light bulb holder counter-
clockwise, arrow 3, and remove.5.Pull the bulb out of the fixture.6.Insert the new bulb and install the cover in
the reverse order.
The daytime running lights bulb holder en‐
gages audibly, first below, then above.
Tail lamps, bulb replacement
Overview
Vehicles with a rear fog lamp
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Vehicle with two rear fog lights1Side tail lamps2Rear fog lights3License plate lamp4Center brake lamp
Side tail lamps
1Brake lights/tail lamps2Turn signal3Reversing lights
Side LED tail lights
1Tail lamps2Turn signal3Brake light4Reversing lights
Side tail lampsFollow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
Bulbs: P21W
1.Open tailgate, refer to page 41.2.Remove left or right cover.3.Through the opening, loosen the plug con‐
nector, arrow 2 on the bulb holder.
Press the latches together, arrows 1, and
remove the bulb holder.4.Remove the bulb holder from the opening.5.Press the nonworking bulb gently into the
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▷Arrow 3: reversing light6.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐
teners.
Central brake lamp and license plate
lamp
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
The lights feature LED technology. In the case
of a malfunction, contact a dealer’s service cen‐
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Vehicles with a rear fog lamp Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
Bulbs: W16W
1.On vehicles with heat shield:
Loosen 3 screws, arrow.2.Push the heat shield forward and the
bumper back in order to be able to reach
the fog lamp.3.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.
The wire is long enough to guide the socket
down and through between any heat shield
that may be installed and the bumper.4.Replace nonworking bulb.5.To install the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Vehicle with two rear fog lights
Follow the general instructions on lights and
bulbs, refer to page 205.
Bulbs: W16W
Left rear fog lamp:
1.On vehicles with heat shield:
Loosen 3 screws, arrow.2.Push the heat shield forward and the
bumper back in order to be able to reach
the fog lamp.3.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
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