open gas tank MINI Clubman 2010 Owner's Manual
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Refueling
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Refueling
Switch off the engine before refueling;
otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the
tank and a message will be displayed.<
Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when
handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con-
tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak
and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the
event of an accident.<
Fuel filler flap
Opening
1.Open the fuel filler flap.
2.Turn the gas cap counterclockwise.
3.Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Closing
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.
Do not pinch the band attached to the
cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapors can escape. A message
will be displayed if the gas cap is loose or
missing.<
Manually releasing the fuel filler flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
manually unlock the fuel filler flap:
Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump sym-
bol; the fuel filler flap opens.
Observe the following when refueling
Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when
handling fuel; otherwise, there is a danger of
personal injury and property damage.<
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler
nozzle while filling the tank, as that would
lead to
>premature pump shutoff
>reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-
ery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
If the range displayed is less than
30 miles/50 km, be sure to refuel; other-
wise, engine functions are not guaranteed and
damage could occur.<
Approx. 13.2 US gallons/50 liters, including the
reserve capacity of 2.1 US gallons/8 liters.
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Lights up briefly:
Approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 l of fuel
remain in the tank
Remains on:
Cruising range is no more than 50 km,
page50
Engine refuses to start Depress the brake or clutch in order to
start the engine, page40.
Ignition switched on and driver's
door openSwitch off the ignition, page40, or
close the driver's door.
Lamps still on
Roadside parking lamps on
Door open
Clubdoor open
Splitdoor open
Bonnet open
Gas cap missing or loose Make sure that the gas cap is correctly
positioned and close it until it audibly
clicks. Do not jam the strap between
the gas cap and the vehicle.
Window washer fluid level too low Add washer fluid as soon as possible,
page47.
12Cause What to do
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Engine
– breaking in84
– data142
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature49
– speed142
– starting41
– starting, Comfort Access27
– switching off41
Engine compartment106
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant107
Engine oil
– adding107
– additives, refer to Approved
engine oils107
– alternative oil types107
– approved engine oils107
– capacity107
– checking level106
– dipstick106
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements53
– MINI Maintenance
System108
Engine oil level, checking106
Engine output, refer to Engine
data142
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine41
Error messages, refer to Check
Control55
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC58
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system84
Exterior mirrors35
– adjusting35
– automatic heating35
– folding in and out35
External audio device79
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away125
– for tying down loads88F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control55
Failure of an electrical
consumer123
Fasten safety belts reminder,
refer to Seat belt
reminder34
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts34
Filter
– microfilter for air
conditioner74
– microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control76
Fine wood, care112
First aid pouch124
Fixture for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock40
Flash when locking/
unlocking22
Flat tire
– run-flat tires103
– Tire Pressure Monitor TPM62
Flat Tire Monitor FTM60
– indicating a flat tire61
– initializing the system60
– snow chains60
– system limits60
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition102
Floor mats, care112
Floor plate, refer to Level load
floor87
Fog lamps
– replacing bulb116,118
Folding rear seat backrest86
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely85
Footwell lamps70
For your own safety5
Front airbags65
Front fog lamps69
– indicator lamp128
– replacing bulb116Front seat adjustment31
Frost on windows, refer to
Defrosting windows74,75
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor60
Fuel95
– gauge50
– high-quality brands95
– quality95
– specifications95
– tank capacity144
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Fuel filler flap94
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction94
Fuses123
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control77
Gasoline
– refer to Average
consumption50
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge50
Gasoline, refer to Required
fuel95
Gear indicator
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
Gear shifting
– automatic transmission42
– manual transmission42
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic42
– manual transmission42
General driving notes84
Glass sunroof, electric29
– convenient operation22,24
– opening, closing29
– raising29
– remote control22