washer fluid MINI Hardtop 2 Door 2015 Owner's Manual (Mini Connected)

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 switch further, ar‐
row 2. The switch automatically returns to its
interval position when released.
In idle position: turn switch downward, arrow 3.
The switch 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
Hints 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. ◀
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. ◀
Washer fluid reservoir
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 Selector lever position for normal vehicle oper‐
ation. All gears for forward travel are activated
automatically.
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 the series. It also describes features that are notnecessarily 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.
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 111
ACC, Active Cruise Control 115
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 71
Activated-charcoal filter 137
Active Cruise Control, ACC 115
Additives, oil 191
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 48
Adjustments, steering wheel 55
After washing vehicle 215
Airbags 95
Airbags, indicator/warning light 96
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 133, 137
Air conditioner 132
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 133, 136
Air distribution, manual 133, 136
Air flow, air conditioner 133
Air flow, automatic climate control 136
Air pressure, tires 174
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 138
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 182 Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 140
Alternative oil types 192
Antifreeze, washer fluid 67
Antilock Brake System, ABS 111
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 111
Approved axle load 221
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 192
Arrival time 82
Ash tray 143
Assistance when driving off 114
Assist system, refer to Intelli‐ gent Safety 103
AUTO intensity 136
Automatic car wash 214
Automatic climate con‐ trol 135
Automatic Curb Monitor 54
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 97
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 91
Automatic locking 43
Automatic recirculated-air control 137
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 68
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 136
AUTO program, intensity 136
Auto Start/Stop function 62
Average fuel consumption 82
Average speed 82
Axle loads, weights 221 B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 49
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 209
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 212
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 207
Battery, vehicle 207
Belts, safety belts 50
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 148
Bonus range, GREEN mode 164
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 148
Brake assistant 111
Brake discs, break-in 154
Brake pads, break-in 154
Braking, hints 155
Breakdown assistance 209
Break-in 154
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 85
Bug light 199
Bulb replacement 198
Bulb replacement, front 199
Bulb replacement, rear 201
Bulb replacement, side 204
Bulbs and lights 198
Button, RES 117
Button, Start/Stop 60
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 209
C
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Switch for Dynamic Driv‐ing 113
Switch-on times, parked-car ventilation 138
Switch, refer to Cockpit 14
Symbols 6
Symbols in the status field 23
T Tachometer 77
Tailgate 40
Tailgate via remote control 38
Tail lights 201
Technical changes, refer to Safety 7
Technical data 220
Temperature, air condi‐ tioner 133
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 135
Temperature display for exter‐ nal temperature 77
Temperature, engine 82
Tempomat, see Camera- based cruise control 115
Terminal, starting aid 210
Text messages, supplemen‐ tary 76
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 43
Thigh support 49
Tilt alarm sensor 44
Time of arrival 82
Tire damage 180
Tire identification marks 178
Tire inflation pressure 174
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 102
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 98
Tires, changing 181
Tire sealant 183
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 174
Tires, run-flat tires 182
Tire tread 180 Tone, refer to Integrated
Owner's Manual
Tools 197
Total vehicle weight 221
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 212
Towing 211
Tow-starting 211
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor 98
Traction control 112
TRACTION drive mode, driving dynamics 112
Transmission lock, releasing manually 70
Transmission, manual trans‐ mission 68
Transmission, see Steptronic transmission 68
Transporting children safely 56
Tread, tires 180
Trip computer 82
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 65
Trip odometer 77
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 126
Turn signal, front 199
Turn signal, side 204
Turn signals, operation 65
Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐ placement 201
U
Unintentional alarm 44
Units of measure 85
Universal remote control 139
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 7
Upholstery care 216
USB interface 144
V Vanity mirror 143
Vehicle battery 207
Vehicle battery, replacing 207
Vehicle, break-in 154
Vehicle care 215
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 6
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 9
Vehicle jack 205
Vehicle paint 215
Vehicle storage 217
Vehicle wash 214
Ventilation 138
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation 138
VIN, see vehicle identification number 9
Voice activation system 27
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 73
Warning displays, see Check Control 73
Warning messages, see Check Control 73
Warning triangle 209
Warranty 7
Washer fluid 67
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 67
Washer system 65
Washing, vehicle 214
Water on roads 155
Weights 221
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Welcome lights 91
Wheels, changing 181
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 174
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 102
Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 98
Window defroster, rear 134, 137
Windows, powered 45
Windshield de‐ froster 134, 137
Windshield washer fluid 67
Windshield washer nozzles 67
Windshield washer system 65
Windshield wiper 65
Windshield wipers, fold-out position 67
Winter storage, care 217
Winter tires, suitable tires 182
Winter tires, tread 180
Wiper blades, replacing 197
Wiper fluid 67
Wiper system 65
Wood, care 216
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 25
Wrench 197 Seite 238REFERENCEEverything from A to Z238
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