trunk release MINI Hardtop 4 Door 2016 Owner's Manual (Mini Connected)

Pull the release upward and fold the backrest
toward the front.
Folding back the backrest WARNING
With an unlocked backrest, an unsecured
load can be thrown into the car's interior, e.g.
in case of an accident, braking or evasive ma‐
neuver. There is risk of injuries. Make sure that
the backrest engages into the locking after
folding it back. ◀
Fold up the backrest and press it into the latch.
Make sure that the safety belt is not pinched.
Adjusting the backrest tilt WARNING
The stability of the child restraint system
is limited or compromised with incorrect seat
adjustment or improper installation of the child seat. There is risk of injuries or danger to life.
Make sure that the child restraint system fits
securely against the backrest. If possible, adjust
the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and
correctly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats
and backrests are securely engaged. If possible,
adjust the height of the head restraints or re‐
move them. ◀
To transport bulky items, the trunk can be ex‐
panded by setting the backrests at a steeper
angle.
1.Released the back rest, and tilt it forward.2.Fold the frame up until it engages.3.Fold back and latch the backrest.Seite 150CONTROLSInterior equipment150
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RefuelingVehicle 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.
Information Observe the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 176, prior to refueling.
CAUTION
With a range of less than 30 miles/50 km
it is possible that the engine will no longer have
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are no longer
ensured. There is risk of property damage. Re‐
fuel promptly. ◀
Fuel lid Opening1.Grasp the fuel filler flap at the rear edge
and open it.2.Turn the tank lid counterclockwise.3.Place the tank lid in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Closing
1.Fit the lid and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.2.Close the fuel filler flap.
WARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel cap be
jammed and crushed during closing. In this
case, the lid cannot be correctly closed and fuel
vapors or fuel can escape. There is risk of inju‐
ries or risk of property damage. Pay attention
that the retaining strap is not jammed or
crushed when closing the lid. ◀
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap E. g. in the event of an electrical malfunction.
The release is located in the trunk.
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