BMW 2004 Mini Convertible Cooper User Manual

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REFUELING

Do not use leaded gasoline, as other-
wise the lambda probe and catalytic

converter will be permanently damaged.

Use high-quality brands

Field experience has indicated significant
differences in fuel quality: volatility, com-
position, additives, etc., among gasolines
offered for sale in the United States and
Canada. Fuels containing up to and includ-
ing 10 % ethanol or other oxygenates with
up to 2.8 % oxygen by weight, that is, 15 %
MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equivalent
amount of co-solvent, will not void the
applicable warranties with respect to
defects in materials or workmanship.

The use of poor-quality fuels may
result in driveability, starting and

stalling problems especially under certain
environmental conditions such as high
ambient temperature and high altitude.
Should you encounter driveability prob-
lems which you suspect could be related to
the fuel you are using, we recommend that
you respond by switching to a recognized
high-quality brand.
Failure to comply with these recommenda-
tions may result in unscheduled mainte-
nance.

Manual release with the MINI

In the event of an electrical malfunction,
the fuel filler door can be unlocked manu-
ally.

1. Remove the side trim panel on the left-

hand side of the luggage compartment

2. Pull the white lever toward the rear.

The fuel filler door is released

3. Open the fuel filler door.

Manual release with the MINI
Convertible

In the event of an electrical malfunction,
the fuel filler door can be unlocked manu-
ally.

1. Remove the cover of the side trim panel

on the left-hand side, arrow 1

2. Pull the green strap toward the rear,

arrow 2.
The fuel filler door is released

3. Open the fuel filler door.