coolant level MINI Paceman 2014 Owner's Manual

Tachometer
It is imperative that you avoid engine speeds in
the red warning field. In this range, the fuel
supply is interrupted to protect the engine.
Coolant temperature A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and
therefore the engine, becomes too hot.
Check the coolant level, refer to page 168.
Fuel gauge
The arrow next to the fuel pump symbol on the
fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle with
the fuel filler flap.
The vehicle inclination may cause the display to
vary.
Notes on refueling, refer to page 148.
Filling capacities, refer to page 207.
Range After the reserve range is reached:
▷The remaining LEDs change from orange to
red, arrow.▷The remaining range is shown on the tach‐
ometer.▷When a dynamic driving style is used, such
as when corners are taken rapidly, engine
functions are not ensured.
A warning lamp lights up below a range of ap‐
prox. 30 miles/50 km.
Refuel promptly
At the latest, refuel at a range below
30 miles/50 km; otherwise, the engine function
is not ensured and damage may occur. ◀
Computer
Opening information in the tachometer
Press the button on the turn indicator lever.
Overview of the information
The following information is displayed consecu‐
tively by repeatedly pressing the button on the
turn indicator lever:
▷Range.▷Average fuel consumption.▷Current fuel consumption.▷Average speed.
To set the corresponding units of measure, re‐
fer to page 62.
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CoolantVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
General information Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while the
engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may
cause burns. ◀
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health. ◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for your MINI vehicle. Ask your service
center for suitable additives.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant and therefore the engine over‐
heat, a warning lamp lights up, refer to
page 190.
Coolant level
Checking1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.2.Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐
wise slightly to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape; then continue turning
to open.3.The coolant level is correct if it is between
the markings. The markings are located on
the side of the coolant reservoir.
Refilling
1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.2.Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐
wise slightly to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape, then continue turning
to open.3.If the coolant level is low, slowly add cool‐
ant up to the specified level; do not overfill.4.Twist the cap closed.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the appropriate environ‐mental protection regulations when dis‐
posing of coolant additives.
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12CauseHow to respondThe cruise control system has failed.Have the system checked.The Park Distance Control has failed.Have the system checked.A bulb of the exterior lighting system has
failed.Have the exterior lighting checked
as soon as possible.A low-beam headlamp or front fog lamp has
failed.Have the lights checked as soon as
possible.A high-beam headlamp has failed.Have the high-beam headlamps
checked.A rear fog lamp has failed.Have the rear fog lamps checked.The headlamp beam throw adjustment has
failed.Have the headlamp beam throw
adjustment system checked.The Adaptive Light Control has failed.The coolant level is too low.Add coolant immediately, refer to
page 168.The engine oil pressure is too low.Stop immediately and switch off
the engine. You cannot continue
your journey. Contact your service
center.Lights up in red:The service appointment is overdue.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements, re‐
fer to page 64.Lights up in yellow:Service is due.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements, re‐
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Low beams, bulb replace‐ment 173
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 37
Lumbar support 37
M
Main inspection, refer to Serv‐ ice requirements 64
Maintenance, refer to Service booklet
Maintenance, refer to Service requirements 64
Maintenance require‐ ments 169
Maintenance system MINI 169
Malfunction– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 58– Door lock 27– Fuel filler flap 148
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control 65
Manual air distribution 88, 90
Manual mode, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 57
Manual operation
– Door lock 27– Selector lever lock, auto‐
matic transmission 58
Manual operation, fuel filler
flap 148
Manual transmission 56
Marking on approved tires 159
Maximum cooling 90
Maximum speed, winter tires 160
Microfilter 89
Microfilter
– With automatic climate con‐
trol 91
MINI Homepage 6
MINI Internet page 6
MINI maintenance sys‐
tem 169
MINI Mobility System 161
Minimum tread, tires 158
Mirrors 42
Mirrors, folding in and out 42
Mirrors, interior mirror 43
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 111
Mobile phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 136
Mobility System 161
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 7
Mounting of child restraint fix‐ ing systems 44
N Neck restraints, refer to Head restraints 41
New wheels and tires 159
Notes 6
Nozzles, refer to Ventila‐ tion 91
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 170
OBD socket, refer to Socket for OBD Onboard Diagno‐
sis 170
Octane number, refer to Fuel quality 150
Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐ line quality 150
Odometer 59
Oil additives 167
Oil level 166
Oil types, alternative 167
Oil types, approved 167
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 170 Opening and closing– Comfort Access 30– From the inside 27– From the outside 24– Using the door lock 26– Via the remote control 24
Opening and unlocking
– From the inside 27
Outside air mode
– Automatic climate con‐
trol 90
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐
lated air mode 88, 90
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 60
P Park Distance Control PDC 85
Parking aid, refer to Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 85
Parking assistant, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 85
Parking brake, refer to Hand‐ brake 51
Parking lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 173
Parking lamps 67
Parking lamps/low beams 67
PDC Park Distance Control 85
Personal Profile 22
Pinch protection
– Windows 34
Plastic, care 188
Pollen
– Refer to Microfilter 89– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter 89– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate control 91
Poor road operation 113
Power, refer to Engine data 204
Power windows 34
Power windows, refer to Win‐ dows 33
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