Brake fluid – Mini 2003 Cooper User Manual

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OVERVIEW

REPAIRS

OPERATION

CONTROLS

DATA

INDEX

COOLANT

BRAKE FLUID

To add coolant

MINI COOPER:

1. Slowly open the cap by pulling at the tab

to allow accumulated pressure to
escape.

2. Pull open the cap completely.
3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant

until the correct level is reached – do not
overfill.

MINI COOPER S:

1. Open the cap by turning it slightly coun-

terclockwise to allow accumulated pres-
sure to escape.

2. Unscrew and open the cap completely.
3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant

until the correct level is reached – do not
overfill.

The coolant is made up of water and an
antifreeze with corrosion resistance. The
mixture ratio of 50 to 50 must be kept the
entire year due to the required anti-corro-
sion property. No other additives are
required.

Replace the coolant every three years.

Warning lamp

If the brake warning lamp comes
on with the parking brake released:

The brake fluid level is too low, see

page

Brake warning lamp for Canadian
models.

Adding brake fluid

To add brake fluid or to determine and cor-
rect the cause of brake fluid loss, consult
your MINI Dealer. Your MINI Dealer is famil-
iar with the specifications for factory-
approved brake fluids – DOT 4.

Brake fluid loss may result in extended
brake pedal travel. If this occurs, refer to
the information on page

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it
absorbs moisture from the air over

time.
In order to ensure the brake system's safety
and reliability, have the brake fluid
changed every two years by a MINI Dealer,
see also the Service and Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet for US models or the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian
models. Brake fluid is toxic and also dam-
ages vehicle paintwork. Always store brake
fluid in tightly-closed original containers
kept well away from the reach of children.
Do not spill the brake fluid and do not fill
the brake fluid reservoir beyond the MAX
mark. The brake fluid could ignite upon
contact with hot engine parts and cause
serious burns.

Comply with the applicable environ-
mental laws regulating the disposal

of brake fluid.

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