wiper blades MINI Roadster 2013 Owner's Manual

Turn signal, high beams,
headlamp flasher1Turn signal2Switching on the high beams3Switching off the high beams/headlamp
flasher
Turn signal
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
To switch off manually, press the lever to the
resistance point.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp
indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.
Signaling a turn briefly Press the lever to the resistance point and hold
it there for as long as you want the turn signal
to flash.
Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point.
The turn signal flashes three times.
This function can be activated or deactivated:
1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Triple turn signal"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Washer/wiper system
Notes Do not switch on the wipers if frozen
Do not switch on the wipers if they are
frozen onto the windshield; otherwise, the
wiper blades and the windshield wiper motor
may be damaged. ◀
Do not use the wipers on a dry windshield
Do not use the wipers on a dry wind‐
shield; otherwise, the wiper blades may wear
more rapidly or become damaged. ◀
At a glance
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Replacing componentsVehicle equipmentThis 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.
Tool kit Depending on the vehicle equipment, your ve‐
hicle contains a special onboard vehicle tool kit
that is stowed under the flat loading floor in the
cargo area.
With Mobility System1Sealant bottle2Hex key3Pulling hook4Vehicle jack5Lug bolts wrench6Screwdriver/cross-head, tow fitting7CompressorWith run-flat tires or compact wheel
The onboard vehicle tool kit contains a pouch
holding a plastic bag in which you can stow the
defective wheel.1Folding wheel chock and cover for the de‐
fective wheel2Pulling hook3Lug bolts wrench4Vehicle jack5Special wrench for releasing the compact
wheel6Screwdriver/cross-head7Tow fitting8Lifting handle
Wiper blade replacement
General information Do not fold down the wipers withoutwiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades
have not been installed; this may damage the
windshield. ◀
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MINI Coupe, MINI Roadster: replacing
the wiper blades1.Fold up and hold the wiper arm.2.Squeeze the locking spring, arrows 1, and
fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.3.Take the wiper blade out of the catch
mechanism toward the front.4.Press the new wiper blade into the fixation
until it engages audibly.5.Fold down the wiper arm.
Risk of damage
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms with wiper blades are folded onto
the window; otherwise, damage may occur. ◀
MINI Convertible: replacing the wiper
blades
1.Fold up and hold the wiper arm.2.Squeeze the locking spring, arrows 1.3.While squeezing the locking spring, pull the
wiper blade off of the wiper arm, arrow 2.4.Slide the new wiper blade onto the wiper
arm until it engages audibly.5.Fold down the wiper arm.
Risk of damage
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms with wiper blades are folded onto
the window; otherwise, damage may occur. ◀
Lamp and bulb replace‐
ment
Notes
Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu‐
tion to vehicle safety. Therefore, exercise cau‐
tion when handling lamps and bulbs.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you entrust corresponding procedures to
the service center if you are unfamiliar with
them or they are not described here.
You can obtain a selection of replacement
bulbs at the service center.
Danger of burns
Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is the danger of getting
burned. ◀
Working on the lighting system
When working on the lighting system,
you should always switch off the lights affected
to prevent short circuits.
To avoid possible injury or equipment damage
when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions
provided by the bulb manufacturer. ◀
Do not touch the bulbs
Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare hands, as even minute amounts of
contamination will burn into the bulb's surface
and reduce its service life.
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Automatic transmission
Before driving into the car wash, note the fol‐
lowing to ensure that the vehicle can roll:1.Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.2.Move the selector lever to position N.3.Release the handbrake.4.Switch the engine off.5.Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock so that the vehicle can roll.
Hand car wash
If washing the vehicle by hand, use copious
quantities of water and car shampoo if neces‐
sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or a
washing brush by applying gentle pressure.
Before cleaning the windshield, deactivate the
rain sensor to avoid unintentional wiper activa‐
tion or switch off the ignition.
Adhere to the local regulations regarding
washing cars by hand.
Headlamps
Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or caus‐
tic cleansers. Soak areas that have been soiled,
e.g., due to insects, with shampoo and rinse off
with copious quantities of water.
Thaw ice with a window deicer; do not use an
ice scraper.
Windows Clean the outside and inside surfaces of the
windows and the mirror glasses with window
cleaner.
Do not clean mirror glass with cleaners contain‐
ing quartz.
Wiper blades
Clean with soapy water and replace regularly to
avoid streaking.
Wax and preservative residue and soiling on
the windows cause streaking during window
wiping and lead to premature wear on the
wiper blades and malfunctions of the rain sen‐
sor.
Vehicle care
Car care products
Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi‐
cantly to vehicle value retention.
The manufacturer recommends using cleaning
and care products from MINI, since these have
been tested and approved.
Original MINI CareProducts have been tested
on materials, in the laboratory, and in the field,
and offer optimum care and protection for MINI
vehicles.
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol
or solvents
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or
solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
to surface damage. ◀
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
gerous and harmful to your health. ◀
Caring for the convertible top The appearance and life of the convertible top
depend on proper care and operation.
Adhere to the following instructions:▷Do not fold the convertible top and stow it
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Torque, refer to Enginedata 266
Towing another vehicle 256
Towing, being towed 256
Town/city, navigation 138
Tow-starting 256
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 95
Traction control 102
Traffic bulletins, naviga‐ tion 151
Transmission– Overriding selector lever
lock in case of automatic
transmission with Step‐
tronic 72
Transmission lock
– Refer to Changing selector
lever positions 71
Transmission, manual 70
Transporting children safely 59
Treble, tone 158
Trip-distance counter, refer to Trip odometer 74
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 67
Trip odometer 74
Trips, planning 145
Trunk
– Opening from the inside 36
Trunk lid
– Emergency activation, refer
to Unlocking manually 36
Trunk lid, refer to Tailgate 35
Trunk, refer to Cargo area 35
Turning lamps, refer to Adap‐ tive Light Control 87
Turn signal
– Indicator lamp 14
Turn signal, bulb replace‐
ment 246
Turn signals 67
Turn signals, triple turn signal activation 67
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/ UTQG 228
Units– Average fuel consump‐
tion 78– Temperature 78
Units of measure, changing on
Control Display 78
Unlocking
– From the inside 35– From the outside 32– Tailgate 38– Without remote control, re‐
fer to Comfort Access 37
Update, software 178
Upholstery care 261
Upholstery material care 261
V
Vehicle
– Identification num‐
ber 182, 192
Vehicle battery 252
Vehicle, breaking in 124
Vehicle care 260
Vehicle care, refer to Care 259
Vehicle equipment 6
Vehicle paintwork, care 261
Vehicle storage 263
Vehicle, switching off 66
Vehicle wash 259
Ventilation
– Air conditioning 113
Version of the navigation
data 136
Video playback, iPhone 174
Video playback, snap-in adapter 174
Voice activation
– Navigation 144
Voice activation, short com‐
mands 274
Voice activation system 24
Volume, setting 158
W Warning and indicator lamps 15
Warning messages, refer to Check Control 82
Warning signal volumes 158
Warning triangle 254
Washer/wiper system 67
Washer/wiper system, rain sensor 68
Washer/wiper system, washer fluid 69
Washer fluid 69
Washer fluid reservoir 69
Washing, vehicle 259
Welcome lamps 86
Wheel change 249
Wheels and tires 222
Wheels, changing 231
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 93
Wind baffle, refer to Wind de‐ flector 46, 52
Wind deflector 46, 52
Windows– Closing 41– Convenient operation 32– Opening 41
Windows, care 260
Windows, defrosting and de‐ fogging 109
Windshield
– Defrosting and defog‐
ging 109
Windshield, defrosting, refer
to Defrosting windows 109
Windshield wash 67
Windshield washer fluid 69
Windshield wash, reservoir for washer fluid 69
Windshield wash, washer fluid 69
Windshield wiper blades, changing 243
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Windshield wiper, refer toWasher/wiper system 67
Winter storage, care 263
Winter tires 231
Winter tires– Setting the speed limit 99
Winter tires, tread 229
Wiper blades, care 260
Wiper blades, changing 243
Wiper fluid 69
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 23
Y
Your individual vehicle
– Settings, refer to Personal
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