Care, Vehicle equipment, Car-care products – Mini 2012 Clubman User Manual

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Care

MOBILITY

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Care

Vehicle equipment

In this chapter, all production, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. Equipment is also described
that is not available because of, for example,
selected options or country version. This also
applies to safety related functions and systems.

Car-care products

Regular cleaning and care helps to maintain the
value of your MINI.
The manufacturer of your MINI recommends
using manufacturer-approved products to clean
and care for your vehicle.
Your MINI dealer would be pleased to advise
you on cleaning and care products and services
for your MINI.

The ingredients of original MINI Care Prod-
ucts have been tested, and the products

have been tested in the laboratory and in prac-
tice. They offer optimum care and protection for
your vehicle.

Do not use any cleansers containing alco-
hol or solvents as these may cause dam-

age.

Cleaning agents may contain hazardous
or health-damaging substances. Follow

the warning and hazard instructions on the
packaging. For interior cleaning, always open
the doors or windows of the vehicle.
Do not use any products that are not intended
for cleaning the vehicle.

External care

Washing your vehicle

Especially during the winter months the
vehicle should be frequently washed. Dirt

and road salt can damage the vehicle.

After washing the vehicle, apply the
brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise,

water can reduce braking efficiency over the
short term and the brake rotors can corrode.

Car washes

Preference should be given to cloth car washes.

Do not use automatic high-pressure car
washes; otherwise, water may drip into

the vehicle around the windows.

Before driving into the car wash, check if the sys-
tem is suitable for your MINI. Observe the fol-
lowing points:

Vehicle dimensions, page

241

If necessary: fold in the outside mirrors,
page

Maximum permissible tire width.

Avoid car washes with tracks higher than
4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the chassis could

be damaged.

Preparations for driving into the car wash:

Unscrew the rod antenna.

Deactivate the rain sensor to prevent unin-
tentional wiping.

Deactivate rear window wiper and protect it
from damage. Ask the car wash operator
about measures that can be taken to protect
the wipers.

Remove additional attachments, e.g. spoil-
ers or telephone antennas, if there is a pos-
sibility that they could be damaged.

Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock.