Refueling, Fuel filler flap – Mini 2011 Cooper Convertible User Manual

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Refueling

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Refueling

Switch off the engine before refueling;
otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the

tank and a message will be displayed.

Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when

handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con-
tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak
and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the
event of an accident.

Fuel filler flap

Opening

Open the fuel filler flap.

Turn the gas cap counterclockwise.

Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.

Closing

Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.

Do not pinch the band attached to the
cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed

properly and fuel vapors can escape. A message
will be displayed if the gas cap is loose or miss-
ing.

Manually releasing the fuel filler flap

In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
manually release the fuel filler flap:

Remove the cover from the left-hand side-
wall of the cargo area.

MINI:

MINI Convertible:

Pull on the green knob with the fuel pump
symbol. The fuel filler flap is released.

By way of example, the illustration shows the
sidewall of the cargo compartment in the MINI.