Coolant – Mini 2012 Clubman User Manual

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MOBILITY

Engine compartment

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Coolant

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.

Coolant temperature

If the coolant, and therefore the engine, should
overheat, then a warning lamp will go on.
A message appears on the Control Display.

Checking coolant level

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

can cause burns.

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

The coolant level is correct if it is between the
marks.

Topping off

Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little
counterclockwise to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape, then continue turning to
open.

Slowly fill to the correct fluid level; do not
overfill.

Close by turning the cap.

Have the reason for the coolant loss eliminated
as soon as possible.