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Levels, filters

WARNING
Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. The engine cooling fan may also start at any moment. The label in the engine compartment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.
WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, ensure that the windscreen wiper stalk is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
WARNING
No operations should be carried out on the cooling circuit when the engine is hot.
Risk of burns.
WARNING
Before carrying out any action in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE.

Brake fluid level

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 linings become worn, but it should never drop below the "MINI ».
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

Tip
If there is an abnormal or repeated drop in the fluid level, consult an approved dealer.
Refer to the maintenance document for your vehicle.

Windscreen washer reservoir

This picture can be seen on the window washer reservoir cap 3.

Topping up

With the engine off, remove the cap 3 from the reservoir 4 , fill until you can see fluid, then refit the cap.

Fluid

Only use windscreen washer fluid containing antifreeze. We advise you to consult an approved dealer or a qualified professional.
Note: do not use hard water (risk of damage to the priming pump, limescale building up on the pump and the jets).

Power-assisted steering pump

This picture can be seen on the power-assisted steering pump 5.
Special feature on vehicles fitted with tank5
As it is not possible to access the tank filler cap 5 , contact an approved dealer for topping up or filling.

Filters

The replacement of filter elements (air filter, cabin filter, diesel filter etc.) is scheduled in the maintenance operations for your vehicle.
Replacement intervals for filter components: refer to the maintenance document for your vehicle.
On equipped vehicles, if warning light 6 appears in red, this indicates that the air filter is clogged.
Consult your approved dealer as soon as possible.