Mini CLUBMAN, Owner'S Manual

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Engine oil
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with
the series. It also describes features and
functions that are not necessarily available
in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected op-
tions or country versions. This also applies
to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be
observed.
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
your driving style and driving conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil
level after refueling by taking a detailed
measurement.
The engine oil consumption can increase in
the following situations, for instance:
– Sporty driving style.
– Break-in of the engine.
– Idle operation of the engine.
– With use of engine oil types that are
classified as not suitable.
Different Check Control messages appear,
depending on the engine oil level.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you have a dealer's service center or an-
other qualified service center or repair shop
change the engine oil.
Safety information
NOTICE
An engine oil level that is too low causes
engine damage. There is a risk of damage
to property, among other potential dam-
age. Immediately add engine oil.
NOTICE
Too much engine oil can damage the en-
gine or the catalytic converter. There is a
risk of damage to property, among other
potential damage. Do not add too much en-
gine oil. When too much engine oil is
added, have the engine oil level corrected
by a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
NOTICE
Engine oil that is not changed in timely
fashion can cause increased engine wear
and thus engine damage. There is a risk of
damage to property. It is recommended
that you do not exceed the service inter-
vals indicated in the vehicle.
Electronic oil measurement
General information
The electronic oil measurement has two
measuring principles:
– Monitoring.
– Detailed measurement.
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