LEVELS
Brake fluid
This should be checked frequently, and immediately if you notice even the slightest loss in braking efficiency.
The level should be read with the engine switched off and on level ground.
Level 1
It is normal for the level to drop as the brake shoes become worn, but it must never drop lower than the “MINI" warning line.
If you wish to check the disc and drum wear yourself, you should obtain the document explaining the checking procedure from our network or from the manufacturer’s website.
Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic circuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our Technical Department (and taken from a sealed container).
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for your vehicle.
Consult your approved dealer at once if you notice an abnormal or repeated drop in any of the fluid levels.
Before performing any action in the engine compartment, the ignition must be switched off (please see the information on “Starting, stopping the engine” in Section 2).
Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. In addition, the engine cooling fan may start at any moment. The label in the engine compartment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.
Coolant
The level when cold should be between the MINI and MAXI marks on the coolant reservoir 2.
Top this level up when cold before it reaches the MINI mark.
The level should be read with the engine switched off and on level ground.
Checking intervals
Check the coolant level regularly (very severe damage is likely to be caused to the engine if it runs out of coolant).
If the level needs to be topped up, only use products approved by our Technical Department which ensure:
- antifreeze protection;
- anticorrosion protection of the cooling system.
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for your vehicle.
No operations should be carried out on the cooling circuit when the engine is hot.
Risk of burns.
Consult your approved dealer at once if you notice an abnormal or repeated drop in any of the fluid levels.
Windscreen washer reservoir
Topping up
- Unscrew cap 3;
- fill until you can see the fluid;
- close the cap.
Liquid
Screen wash product (product with antifreeze in winter).
Jets
Use a tool such as a needle to adjust the height of the windscreen washer jets.
Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. In addition, the engine cooling fan may start at any moment. The label in the engine compartment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.
Before performing any action in the engine compartment, the ignition must be switched off (please see the information on “Starting, stopping the engine” in Section 2).