MINI COOPER 2005 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: MINI, Model Year: 2005, Model line: COOPER, Model: MINI COOPER 2005Pages: 165, PDF Size: 4.64 MB
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ENGINE OILAdding engine oil
Only top up oil when the oil level has dropped to just above the lower
notch of the dipstick. However, never allow
the level to drop below the lower notch.
tives could lead to damage in some cases.
Continuous exposure to used oil has
caused cancer in laboratory testing.
For this reason, any skin areas that come
into contact with oil should be thoroughly
washed with soap and water.
Always store oil, grease, etc., out of reach of
children. Comply with all warning labels
and information on lubricant containers.<
Comply with the applicable environ
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mental laws regulating the disposal
of used oil.<
Specified engine oilsThe quality of the engine oil selected has
critical significance for the operation and
service life of an engine. Based on exten
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sive testing, the manufacturer of your MINI
approves only certain grades of engine oil. Use only approved MINI High Performance
Synthetic Oil.If you are unable to obtain MINI High Per
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formance Synthetic Oil, you can add small
amounts of synthetic oil in between oil
changes. Only use oils with the API SH spec
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ification or higher.
Ask your authorized MINI Dealer for details concerning the specific MINI
High Performance Synthetic Oil or syn
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thetic oils which have been approved.<
Viscosities Viscosity is the oilflow rating as established
in SAE classes.The choice of the proper SAE class depends
on the climatic conditions in the area
where your MINI is used.
Approved oils are in SAE classes 5W-40 and 5W-30.<
These oils can be used at all ambient tem
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peratures.
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COOLANT
Do not add coolant to the cooling sys
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tem when the engine is hot. Escaping
coolant can cause burns.<
Coolant consists of water and a coolant
additive. Not all commercially available
additives are suitable for your MINI. Your
MINI Dealer knows which additives are
suitable and will be glad to advise you.
Only use suitable additives, other
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wise the engine can be damaged. The
additives are hazardous to your health.
mental laws regulating the disposal
of coolant additives.<
The illustration shows by way of example the coolant tank of the MINI
COOPER and
the MINI
COOPER Convertible.
Checking coolant level 1. The engine must be at ambient temper
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ature
2. MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Con
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vertible:
Slowly pull the cap of the expansion
tank by the tab until the excess pressure
can escape. Then remove the cap com
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pletely.MINI COOPER
S and MINI COOPER
S Con
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vertible:
Loosen the cap of the expansion tank
slightly by turning it counterclockwise
until the excess pressure can escape.
Then remove the cap completely
3. The coolant level is correct if it is
between the MIN and MAX markings on
the transparent expansion tank4. If necessary, slowly add coolant until the
correct level is reached; do not overfill5. MINI COOPER and MINI COOPER Con
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vertible:
Press the cap on and press it down
firmly. MINI COOPER
S and MINI COOPER
S Con
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vertible:
Turn the cap back on and tighten it
firmly
6. Have the cause of the coolant loss
removed as soon as possible.
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BRAKE FLUIDWarning lamp
The warning lamp comes on although the parking brake is
released:
The brake fluid level in the reservoir is too
low, refer to page
16. At the same time,
brake pedal travel may become signifi
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cantly longer.
Have the system checked immediately.
Display of the malfunction described above in Canadian mod
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els.
Adding brake fluid To add brake fluid or to determine and cor
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rect the cause of brake fluid loss, please
consult your MINI Dealer. Your MINI Dealer
is familiar with the specifications for fac
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tory-approved brake fluids,
DOT
4.
Brake fluid loss may result in extended
brake pedal travel. If this occurs, refer to
the information on page
96.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it absorbs moisture from the air over
time.
In order to ensure the brake system's safety
and reliability, have the brake fluid
changed every two years by a MINI Dealer
or a workshop that has specially trained
personnel working in accordance with the
specifications of the MINI manufacturer,
also refer to the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models or the
Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models. Brake fluid is toxic and
also damages vehicle paintwork. Always
store brake fluid in tightly closed original
containers kept well away from the reach
of children.
Do not spill the brake fluid and do not fill
the brake fluid reservoir beyond the MAX
mark. The brake fluid could ignite upon
contact with hot engine parts and cause
serious burns.<
Comply with the applicable environ
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mental laws regulating the disposal
of brake fluid.<
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MINI MAINTENANCE SYSTEMThe MINI maintenance system helps main
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tain your vehicle's road safety and opera
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tional safety. Please bear in mind that regular mainte
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nance is not only necessary for the safety of
your vehicle, but also plays a significant
role in maintaining the resale value of the
vehicle.
Service interval displayWhile conventional systems specify main
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tenance according to fixed distances
driven, the MINI Maintenance System takes
account of the operating conditions of the
vehicle, for distances can be driven in many
different ways:
60,000
miles
/ 100,000
km short distance
operation can not be equated with
60,000
miles
/ 100,000
km long distance
operation from a maintenance standpoint.
The condition-based MINI Maintenance
System includes the Engine Oil Service and
Inspections I and II.Determining the maintenance intervals
according to the actual use of the vehicle
covers every kind of operating situation.
People who drive very little, i.e. much less
than 6,000
miles
/ 10,000
km per year,
should have the engine oil changed at least
every 2 years since oil deteriorates over
time, regardless of use.
For more information on the service inter
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val display, refer to page
65.
Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models, Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian
models For additional information on maintenance
intervals and procedures, please refer to
the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US
models or the Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
As a precaution against rust, it is advisable
to have the body checked for damage from
rocks or gravel at the same time, depending
upon operating conditions.
The manufacturer of your MINI rec
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ommends having maintenance and
repair work carried out only by a MINI
Dealer or a workshop that has specially
trained personnel working in accordance
with the specifications of the MINI manu
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facturer.
Make sure that maintenance work is con
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firmed with an entry in the Service and
Warranty Information Booklet for
US
models or the Warranty and Service
Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These
entries are your proof that the vehicle has
received regular maintenance.<
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OBD SOCKET
CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
The Onboard Diagnostic (OBD) interface socket is located on the left of the driver's
side under the instrument panel and under
a cover.
The cover has the letters OBD on it.The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure
proper operation of the emission control
system for the vehicle's lifetime. The sys
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tem monitors emission-related compo
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nents for deterioration and malfunction.
An illuminated lamp informs you of the need for service, not of the
need to stop the vehicle.
However, the system should be checked by
your MINI Dealer at the earliest possible
opportunity.
Display of the malfunction described above in Canadian mod
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els.
Under certain conditions, the indicator will
blink or flash. This indicates a rather severe
level of engine misfire. When this occurs,
you should reduce speed and consult the
nearest MINI Dealer as soon as possible.
Severe engine misfire over only a short
period of time can seriously damage emis
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sion control components, especially the
catalytic converter.
When the gas cap is not properly tightened, the OBD system can
detect the vapor leak and the indicator will
light up. If the cap is subsequently tight
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ened, the indicator lamp should go out
within a few days.<
Suitable car-care products
Use the cleaning and car-care prod
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ucts available at your MINI Dealer.<
Washing your vehicleYou can wash your new MINI or MINI Con
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vertible in automatic car washes from the
beginning. Preference should be for cloth
car washes. If, due to lack of availability,
brush car washes must be used, modern
systems with soft brushes should be given
preference.
When using steam cleaners or high-pressure cleaners, maintain sufficient
distance to the vehicle and do not exceed a
maximum temperature of 140
7/ 60
6. If
the jet is too close or the pressure is too
high, this can lead to damage or initial
damage that can develop into more serious
damage. Water that enters vehicle compo
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nents can lead to damage over the long
term.
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them, otherwise water can
reduce braking efficiency over the short
term and the brake rotors can corrode.
Switch the rain sensor off when passing
through an automatic car wash, refer to
page
59. Failure to do so could result in
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CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLEdamage caused by undesired wiper activa
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tion.
elevator ramp, remove the rod antenna.
To do so, grip the rod antenna at the base
and unscrew it from the antenna foot by
turning it to the left.
rub them dry, and never use abrasives or
strong solvents. Remove dirt and contami
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nation, such as insects, by soaking with
shampoo and then rinsing with plenty of
water. Always use a deicer spray to remove
accumulated ice and snow; never use a
scraper.<
Vehicle paintwork Regular care contributes greatly to driving
safety and value retention.Environmental influences varying from one
region to the next can affect the vehicle
paintwork. Please base the frequency and
scope of car care on these various influ
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ences.Care of upholsteryDepressions that come about on the uphol
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stery material of the seats in daily use can
be brushed out using a slightly damp brush
against the grain.The fact that velour lays down is not a qual
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ity defect, but rather is inevitable in the
case of home textiles or clothing materials.In the case of strong sunlight and longer
parking periods, cover the seats or all win
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dows to prevent discoloration.
Care of special parts>Light-alloy wheels
*:
Use wheel cleaner especially during the
winter months, but do not use any
aggressive, acidic, strong alkali or rough
cleansers or steam jets above 140
7 /
60
6. Observe the manufacturer's
instructions
>Chrome parts
* such as bonnet grill, door
handles, etc.:
Especially if exposed to road salt, care
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fully clean these parts with plenty of
water and possibly with a shampoo addi
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tive. For additional treatment, use
chrome polish>Rubber parts:
Treat only with water or rubber care
products.
Do not use silicon sprays or other silicon-containing care products,
otherwise noise and damage could
occur.<
>Plastic parts, imitation leather surfaces,
headliner, lamp glass, covering glass for
the display elements, as well as matt
black molded parts:
Clean with water and, if necessary, plas
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tic care products. Do not dampen seats
and the headliner.
Never use solvents such as lacquer thin
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CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLEner, heavy-duty grease remover, fuel or
similar>Wood paneling
*:
Please clean wood paneling and other
wood parts only with a damp cloth. Dry
off with a soft cloth>Safety belts:
Only clean using mild soap, leaving the
belts fitted.
Do not dry clean, as the fabric can be
destroyed.
Always roll up safety belts only when
dry.
Dirty safety belts prevent unrolling and
thus negatively affect safety>Floor carpets and floor mats
*:
If heavily soiled, clean using interior
cleaner. Floor mats can be removed to
allow the interior to be cleaned>Wiper blades:
Clean with soapy water. Replace wiper
blades twice a year, before and after the
cold season. This is particularly impor
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tant on vehicles fitted with a rain sensor.Caring for leather* and imitation
leather The leather and imitation leather used by
the manufacturer of your MINI are high
quality products processed using state-of-
the-art methods and will retain their qual
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ity level for many years if cared for prop
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erly.Regular cleaning and care are necessary, as
dust and road dirt scratch in pores and
creases and lead to heavy wear as well as
premature brittleness of the leather and
imitation leather surface.
This is why you should use a cloth or vac
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uum cleaner to remove dust on a regular
basis.Since dirt and oil slowly destroy the protec
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tive layer of the leather and imitation
leather, a treatment with a leather care
product is necessary twice a year. This pre
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serves the quality of the leather and pre
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vents electrostatic charging.
Cleaning agents can contain hazard
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ous or health-damaging substances.
For this reason, always observe the warn
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ings on the package. For interior cleaning,
always open the doors or windows of the
vehicle.
Do not use any products that are not
intended for cleaning the vehicle.
vertible top largely depend on the proper
care and operation of the convertible top.
You should therefore observe the following
notes in particular:>Whenever possible, park your vehicle in
the shade to protect it from intense sun
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light>Do not fold the convertible top when it is
wet, dirty or frozen; otherwise water
marks, moisture stains and chafing could
result>If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed
area for a longer period of time, make
sure that there is sufficient ventilation>Remove bird droppings immediately
because they have corrosive properties.
Never use spot removers, paint thin
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ner, solvents, cleaning fuel or similar
since these products can destroy the rubber
seals and cause leaks.<
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CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
VEHICLE STORAGE
If the convertible top is very dirty, it is rec
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ommended that it be cleaned with a spe
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cial convertible top cleaning agent. Your
MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you.Clean the convertible top as follows:>Spray the convertible top with an
approved convertible top cleaning agent>Then scrub the convertible top with a
wet sponge using circular motions>Afterward, finish cleaning the vehicle in
a car wash or rinse the convertible top
thoroughly with plenty of water.After washing the convertible top three to
five times, it should be treated with a
waterproofing agent.Wind deflector*>Clean the wind deflector with a soft
sponge and water evenly across the
entire surface so that water marks do
not form>Do not clean it with a vacuum cleaner or
upholstery brush attachment, otherwise
the net could be damaged.
Your MINI Dealer will be glad to advise you
on what is important if the vehicle is to be
decommissioned for longer than three
months.
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