oil level MINI Clubman 2009 Owner's Manual (Mini Connected)

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NAVIGATION REFERENCE
When properly used, these tires meet the high-
est standards in terms of safety and handling
characteristics.
Run-Flat Tires*
When mounting new tires or changing over from
summer to winter tires and vice versa, mount
Run-Flat Tires for your own safety. Keep in mind
that no space-saver spare tire is available in the
event of a flat. Your MINI Dealer will be glad to
advise you.
Special characteristics of winter tires
The manufacturer of MINI recommends the use
of winter tires on snowy roads or if temperatures
drop below 457/ +76. Although all-season
M+S tires provide better winter traction than
summer tires, they generally fail to provide the
same levels of cold-weather performance as
winter tires.
Pay attention to speed
Always comply with the speed limit for
the winter tires mounted on your car;
failure to do so could result in tire damage and
accidents.<
If the car is capable of speeds higher than that
permitted for the winter tires, a label stating the
maximum permitted speed for the mounted
tires must be displayed in your field of view. Spe-
cialist tire dealers and your MINI Dealer can sup-
ply these labels.
Storage
Always store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place
with as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres-
sure indicated on the sidewall of the tire.
Swapping wheels among the axles
Depending on the individual use, front and rear
tires may exhibit different wear and tear.
In order to maintain an even wear and tear, the
wheels may be rotated between the axles. Your
MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you.Always check the inflation pressure after the tire
rotation, if necessary change the pressure.
Snow chains*
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains have
been tested by the manufacturer of your MINI,
classified as road-safe and recommended. Con-
tact your MINI Dealer for more details.
Only attach snow chains in pairs to the front
wheels with the following tires.
>175/65 R 15 M+S
>175/60 R 16 M+S
John Cooper Works:
>185/50 R 17 86 H M+S XL RSC
Observe the manufacturer's instructions when
mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed
of 30 mph or 50 km/h.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if
snow chains are mounted, otherwise the
instrument might issue an incorrect reading.
When driving with snow chains, it can be useful
to briefly deactivate the DSC or activate the DTC,
refer to page72.<

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NAVIGATION REFERENCE
Important parts of the engine compartment
1Battery, under the cover187
2Engine oil dipstick167
3Engine oil filler neck1684Coolant expansion tank169
5Reservoir for washer fluid for the headlamp
and window washer system52
6Engine compartment fuse box185
Engine oil
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
driving style and driving conditions.
Checking engine oil level
1.With the vehicle's engine at normal operat-
ing temperature, i.e. after uninterrupted
driving for at least 6 miles/10 km, park the
vehicle on a level surface.
2.Switch off the engine.
3.Pull the dipstick out after approx. 5 minutes
and wipe it off with a lint-free cloth, paper
towel or similar material.
4.Carefully push the dipstick all the way into
the guide tube and pull it out again.
The oil level should be between the two
marks on the dipstick.The oil quantity corresponding to the difference
between the two marks on the dipstick is 1 US
quart/1 liter.
Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the
dipstick. Excess oil will damage the
engine.<

Under the bonnet
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Adding engine oil
Do not add the maximum quantity of 1 US
quart/1 liter of engine oil until the oil level has
dropped to just above the lower mark on the
dipstick, page167.
Add oil within the next 30 miles/50 km,
otherwise the engine could be dam-
aged.<
Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of
children and comply with the warnings on
the containers. Otherwise, health hazards may
result.<
Oil change
Have the oil changed only by a MINI Dealer or a
workshop that has specially trained personnel
working in accordance with the specifications of
the MINI manufacturer.
Approved engine oils
The quality of the engine oil selected has critical
significance for the operation and service life of
an engine. Based on extensive testing, the man-
ufacturer of your MINI regularly approves cer-
tain grades of engine oil.
Only use High Performance Synthetic Oil
approved by the manufacturer of your MINI.
If MINI High Performance Synthetic Oil is not
available, you can add small quantities of
another synthetic oil in between oil changes.
Only use oils with the API SM specification or
higher.
If you have any further questions regard-
ing MINI High Performance Synthetic Oil
or approved synthetic oils, your MINI Dealer will
be glad to advise you. 1-800-831-1117 or visit the website
www.miniusa.com to obtain this information.
Viscosity grades
Viscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and
is categorized in SAE classes.
The correct SAE grade for your MINI is deter-
mined by the climatic conditions of the region in
which you normally drive your MINI.
The approved oils are SAE 0W-40, 0W-30,
5W-40 and 5W-30.<
These oils can be used for driving at all outside
temperatures.

From A to Z
204
Engine
– breaking in96
– data192
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature55
– speed192
– starting46
– starting, convenient
access32
– switching off47
Engine compartment167
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant169
Engine malfunction
– indicator lamp13
Engine oil
– adding168
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils168
– approved engine oils168
– capacity168
– checking level167
– dipstick167
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements60
– MINI Maintenance
System170
Engine oil level, checking167
Engine output, refer to Engine
data192
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine46
Entering address111
Entering destination109
Entering intersection110
Error messages, refer to Check
Control65
"ESN"139,140,141
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC71
Event data recorders171
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system96
Exterior mirrors40
– adjusting40
– automatic heating41
– folding in and out41External audio device91
External audio device, refer to
AUX-In port149
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away187
– for tying down loads100
F
Fader, tone control133
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control65
Failure of an electrical
consumer185
Fast forward
– CD changer146
– CD player146
"Fast route" in navigation118
Fasten safety belts reminder,
refer to Seat belt
reminder40
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts40
Fastest route for
navigation118
Filter
– microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control88
Fine wood, care174
First aid pouch186
Fixture for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock46
Flash when locking/
unlocking28
Flat tire
– Run-Flat Tires164
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM76
Flat Tire Monitor FTM73
– indicating a flat tire75
– initializing the system74
– snow chains74
– system limits74
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition163
Floor mats, care174
Floor plate, see Level load
floor99"FM", waveband132,135
FM, waveband135
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb178,180
Folding rear seat backrest98
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely97
Footwell lamps84
For your own safety5
Frequency, selecting
manually136
Front airbags80
Front fog lamps84
– replacing bulb178
Front seat adjustment37
Frost on windows, refer to
Defrosting windows88
"FTM"77
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor73
Fuel157
– gauge56
– high-quality brands157
– quality157
– specifications157
– tank capacity194
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel
gauge56
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge56
Fuel filler door156
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction156
Fuses185
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control89
Gasoline
– refer to Average
consumption56
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge56
Gasoline, refer to Required
fuel157

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Microfilter/activated-charcoal
filter
– MINI Maintenance
System170
Microphone for telephone14
MINI Internet page4
MINI joystick, refer to Onboard
monitor16
MINI Maintenance System170
Mirror dimming feature41
Mirrors40
– exterior mirrors40
– heating41
– interior rearview mirror41
Mobile phone
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest91
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Mobile phone, installation
location, refer to Center
armrest91
Mobile phone, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Mobility System180
Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety5
Monitor, refer to MINI controls
with navigation16
Monitoring system for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor73
MP3, refer to Compressed
audio files143
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher50
– refer to Wiper system51
Multifunctional steering
wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel11
Music track
– playback, scan144
– random order146
– search144
Muting TV132N
Navigation announcements,
refer to Switching voice
instructions on/off123
Navigation drive, location106
Navigation DVD106
Navigation system106
– address book116
– changing a route124
– destination entry108
– destination list115
– displaying current
position128
– entering a destination
manually108,111
– last destinations115
– opening108
– route display121
– route list123
– searching for a special
destination114
– selecting destination using
information114
– selecting destination via
map113
– selecting route criteria118
– starting destination
guidance120
– switching off, refer to
Terminating/continuing
destination guidance120
– terminating/continuing
destination guidance120
– voice instructions123
– volume adjustment123
"Navigation voice
instructions"106
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints39
Nets, refer to Storage
compartments91
"New address" in
navigation116
"New destination"108,113
"New route"124
New tires164
North-facing map121
Nozzles86Number of cylinders, refer to
Engine data192
Nylon rope, refer to Tow
rope188
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket for
Onboard Diagnosis170
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications157
Odometer55
Oil consumption167
Oil level167
Oil, refer to Engine oil167
Old batteries, refer to
Disposal184
"On a new destination" in
navigation114
"On destination"114
"On location"114
"Onboard info"57
Onboard monitor16
– adjusting brightness69
– changing date and time63
– changing language68
– confirming selection or
entry19
– displays, menus16
– menu guidance17
– operating principles16
– overview16
– selecting menu items19
– status information20
– symbols18
Onboard tool kit176
Opening and closing
– convenient access32
– from inside30
– from outside27
– using the door lock29
– via the remote control27
Opening and unlocking
– from inside30
Opening/closing the splitdoor
– 31
Orientation menu, refer to
Start menu17