coolant MINI Hardtop 4 Door 2016 Owner's Manual
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ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic‐
ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page  242.6Information
AT A GLANCE
14Cockpit18Radio
CONTROLS
22Opening and closing36Adjusting45Transporting children safely49Driving62Displays76Lights81Safety97Driving stability control systems101Driving comfort115Climate control121Interior equipment123Digital compass129Storage compartments
DRIVING TIPS
136Things to remember when driving139Loading142Saving fuel
ENTERTAINMENT
150Tone151Radio156Multimedia
COMMUNICATION
164Bluetooth hands-free systemMOBILITY174Refueling176Fuel178Wheels and tires193Engine compartment195Engine oil198Coolant200Maintenance202Replacing components214Breakdown assistance220Care
REFERENCE
226Technical data231Appendix235License Texts and Certifications242Everything from A to Z
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Average speed
Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the
engine manually stopped are not included in
the calculation of the average speed.
Resetting average values
Press and hold PC button on blinker lever.
Engine temperature display Displays the current engine temperature, based
on a combination of coolant and motor oil tem‐
perature. As soon as the optimum operating
temperature has been attained, the indicator is
in the center position.
If the engine oil or coolant, thus the engine, be‐
come too hot, a Check Control message is dis‐
played.
Check the coolant level, refer to page  198.
Speed limit detection Description of the speed limit detection, refer
to page  69, function.
Speed warning The concept
Displays speed limit which, when reached, should cause a warning to be issued.
The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed
drops below the set speed limit once by at least
3 mph/5 km/h.
Displaying, setting or changing the
limit1.  Press button.2.  "Settings"3."Speed"4."Warning at:"5.Turn the right knob until the desired limit is
displayed.6.Press the right button.
The speed limit is stored.
Activating/deactivating the limit
1.  Press button.2.  "Settings"3."Speed"4."Warning"
Setting your current speed as the limit
1.  Press button.2.  "Settings"3."Speed"4."Select current speed"
The current vehicle speed is stored as the
limit.
Settings on the radio
The following settings are created on the radio:
▷Time, date.▷Formats, units of measure.
Formats and units of measure
1.  Press button.2.  "Settings"3."Language/Units"Seite 72CONTROLSDisplays72
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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 comp.
1Washer fluid reservoir2Vehicle identification number3Oil filler neck4Jump-starting, positive terminal5Jump-starting, negative terminal6Coolant reservoirSeite 193Engine compartmentMOBILITY193
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Take care not to add too much engine oil.CAUTION
Too much engine oil can damage the en‐
gine or the catalytic converter. There is risk of
property damage. Do not add too much engine
oil. Have too much engine oil siphoned off by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop. ◀
Detailed measurement
The concept
In the detailed measurement the engine oil
level is checked and displayed via a scale.
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level, a check control message is displayed.
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
Requirements▷Vehicle is on level road.▷Manual transmission: shift lever in neutral
position, clutch and accelerator pedals not
depressed.▷Steptronic transmission: selector lever in se‐
lector lever position N or P and accelerator
pedal not depressed.▷Engine is running and is at operating tem‐
perature.
Performing a detailed measurement
In order to perform a detailed measurement of
the engine oil level:
Confirm message regarding engine oil level dis‐ play.
The engine oil level is checked and displayed
via a scale.
Time: approx. 1 minute.
Adding engine oil
Information CAUTION
A too low engine oil level causes engine
damage. There is risk of property damage.
Add engine oil within the next
125 miles/200 km. ◀
CAUTION
Too much engine oil can damage the en‐
gine or the catalytic converter. There is risk of
property damage. Do not add too much engine
oil. Have too much engine oil siphoned off by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop. ◀
WARNING
Operating materials, e.g. oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredi‐
ents. There is risk of injuries or danger to life.
Observe the instructions on the containers. Avoid the contact of articles of clothing, skin or
eyes with operating materials. Do not refill op‐
erating materials into different bottles. Store
operating materials out of reach of children. ◀
General information
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity
to be added is indicated in the message dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi‐
cle before engine oil is added.
Overview The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐
partment, refer to page  193.
Opening the oil filler neck1.Open the hood, refer to page  194.Seite 196MOBILITYEngine oil196
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CoolantVehicle 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 WARNING
With the engine hot and the cooling sys‐
tem open, coolant can escape and lead to
burns. There is risk of injuries. Only open the cooling system with the engine cooled down. ◀
WARNING
Additives are harmful and incorrect addi‐
tives can damage the engine. There is risk of in‐
juries and risk of property damage. Avoid the
contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes with
additives. Do not swallow any additives. Use
suitable additives only. ◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Information about suit‐
able additives is available from a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Coolant level
Overview Opening the hood, refer to page  194The coolant reservoir is in the engine compart‐
ment, refer to page  193.
Checking
There are yellow Min and Max marks in the
coolant reservoir.1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, then open it.3.The coolant level is correct if it lies between
the minimum and maximum marks in the
filler neck.Seite 198MOBILITYCoolant198
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Adding1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, then open it.3.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.4.Close cap.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen‐
tal protection regulations when dispos‐
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
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C
California Proposition 65 Warning  7 
Camera-based cruise con‐ trol  101 
Camera lenses, care  223 
Can holder, see Cu‐ pholder  130 
Car battery  212 
Car care products  221 
Care, displays  223 
Care, vehicle  221 
Cargo area  126 
Cargo area, adapting size  131 
Cargo area, enlarging  127 
Cargo area lid  27 
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments  131 
Cargo cover  126 
Cargo, securing  140 
Cargo straps, securing cargo  140 
Car key, see Remote con‐ trol  22 
Carpet, care  223 
Car wash  220 
Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust system  137 
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice  200  
Center armrest  130 
Center console  16 
Central instrument cluster, LED ring  73 
Central locking system  26 
Changes, technical, refer to Own Safety  7 
Changing parts  202 
Changing the station  152 
Changing wheels  210 
Changing wheels/tires  186 
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number  9 
Check Control  63 Checking the oil level elec‐
tronically  195 
Children, seating position  45 
Children, transporting safely  45 
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem  45 
Child restraint fixing system LATCH  47 
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting  46 
Child safety locks  48 
Child seat, mounting  46 
Child seats  45 
Chrome parts, care  222 
Chrono package, cockpit  74 
Cigarette lighter  125 
Cleaning, displays  223 
Climate control  115, 117  
Clock  67 
Closing/opening via door lock  26 
Closing/opening with remote control  24 
Clothes hooks  131 
Coasting  145 
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting  145 
Coasting with idling en‐ gine  145 
Combination switch, see Turn signals  54 
Combi switch, see wiper sys‐ tem  55 
Comfort Access  28 
Compartments in the doors  130 
Compass  123 
Compressor  188 
Condensation on win‐ dows  119 
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle  138  
Condition Based Service CBS  200 
Confirmation signal  30 Control systems, driving stabil‐
ity  97 
Convenient opening  24 
Coolant  198 
Cooling function  116, 118  
Cooling, maximum  118 
Cooling system  198 
Cornering lamp  78 
Corrosion on brake discs  138 
Cosmetic mirror  125 
Courtesy lamps during unlock‐ ing  24 
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked  25 
Cruise control  106 
Cruise control, active  101 
Cruising range  67 
Cupholder  130 
Current fuel consumption  68 
D
Damage, tires  186 
Damping control, dynamic  99 
Data, technical  226 
Date  67 
Date, radio  73 
Date, setting on radio  73 
Daytime running lights  78 
Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows  116 
Defrosting, see Windows, de‐ frosting  119 
Defrosting the windows  116 
Dehumidifying, air  116, 118  
Digital clock  67 
Digital compass  123 
Digital radio  153 
Dimensions  226 
Dimmable exterior mirrors  43 
Dimmable interior rearview mirror  43 
Direction indicator, see Turn signals  54 
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Display, engine tempera‐ture  72 
Display lighting, see Instru‐ ment lighting  79 
Displays  62 
Displays, cleaning  223 
Disposal, coolant  199 
Disposal, vehicle battery  213 
Distance control, see PDC  108 
Distance, setting units  72 
Door lock, see Remote con‐ trol  22 
Drive mode, GREEN mode  143 
Drive-off assistant  100 
Drive-off assistant, see DSC  97 
Driving Dynamics Control  99 
Driving instruction, GREEN mode  145 
Driving instructions, break- in  136  
Driving mode  99 
Driving notes, general  136 
Driving stability control sys‐ tems  97 
Driving tips  136 
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol  97 
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol  98 
Dynamic Damping Control  99 
Dynamic Stability Control DSC  97 
Dynamic Traction Control DTC  98 
E Electronic displays, instrument cluster  63 
Electronic oil measure‐ ment  195 
Electronic Stability Program ESP, see DSC  97 Emergency detection, remote
control  23 
Emergency release, fuel filler flap  174 
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start  23 
Emergency wheel, compact wheel, refer to Emergency
wheel  210 
Energy Control  68 
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function  51 
Engine, automatic switch- off  51 
Engine compartment  193 
Engine compartment, working in  194  
Engine coolant  198 
Engine idling when driving, coasting  145 
Engine oil  195 
Engine oil, adding  196 
Engine oil additives  197 
Engine oil change  197 
Engine oil filler neck  196 
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive  197 
Engine oil types, suitable  197 
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion  23 
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing  214  
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine  50 
Engine stop  50 
Engine temperature, dis‐ play  72 
Entering a car wash  220 
Equipment, interior  121 
Error displays, see Check Con‐ trol  63 
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, see DSC  97 
Exchanging wheels/tires  186 
Exhaust system  137 Exterior mirror, automatic
dimming feature  43 
Exterior mirrors  42 
External start  214 
External temperature dis‐ play  67 
External temperature warn‐ ing  67 
Eyes for securing cargo  140 
F
Fader  150 
Failure message, see Check Control  63 
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm  31 
Fan, refer to Air flow  116 
Fan, see Air flow  119 
Filler neck for engine oil  196 
Fine wood, care  222 
First-aid kit  214 
Fitting for towing, see tow fit‐ ting  218 
Flat tire, changing wheels  210 
Flat Tire Monitor FTM  88 
Flat tire, repairing  188 
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM  84 
Flat tire, warning lamp  85, 88  
Flooding  137 
Floor carpet, care  223 
Floor mats, care  223 
Fogged up windows  116 
Folding back rear seat back‐ rests  127 
Fold-out position, windshield wipers  57 
Foot brake  137 
Formats, setting  72 
Front airbags  81 
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion  91 
Front fog lights  79 Seite 244REFERENCEEverything from A to Z244
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