Coolant – Mini 2011 Cooper Convertible User Manual

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Adding engine oil

Do not add the maximum quantity of 1 US
quart/1 liter of engine oil until the oil level has
dropped to just above the lower mark on the
dipstick, page

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Add oil within the next 30 miles/50 km;
otherwise, the engine could be dam-

aged.

Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of
children and comply with the warnings on

the containers. Otherwise, health hazards may
result.

Oil change

Have the oil changed only by a MINI dealer or a
workshop that has specially trained personnel
working in accordance with the specifications of
the MINI manufacturer.

Oil types

Do not use oil additives as this could result
in engine damage.

Approved engine oils

Your dealer can advise you on which engine oils
have been approved by the manufacturer of
your MINI.
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the
engine.
Only use approved High Performance oil.

The approved oils are SAE 0W-40, 0W-30,
5W-40 and 5W-30.

Alternative oil types

If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/1 liter of another oil with the fol-
lowing specification may be used:
API SM or higher

Coolant

Do not add coolant to the cooling system
when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant

can cause burns.

Coolant consists of half water and half additive.
Not all commercially available additives are suit-
able for your MINI. Your MINI dealer knows
which additives are suitable and will be glad to
advise you.

Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may result. Because addi-

tives are harmful to your health, it is important
to follow the instructions on the containers.

Comply with the appropriate environmen-
tal protection regulations when disposing

of coolant additives.

Checking coolant level

Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.

The coolant level is correct if it is between the
Min and Max markings.