Vehicle Care; Vehicle Care Products - Mini COOPER S Owner's Manual

MOBILITY
3. Switch the engine off.
Steptronic transmission:
1. Drive into the vehicle wash.
2. Engage selector lever position N.
3. Make sure that the parking brake is re‐
leased.
4. Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and two Check-Control messages are
displayed.
Some vehicle washes do not permit persons in
the vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from
the outside when in selector lever position N. A
signal is sounded when an attempt is made to
lock the vehicle.
Driving out of a vehicle wash
To start the engine with manual transmission:
1. Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car.
2. Press on the clutch pedal.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
To start the engine with Steptronic transmis‐
sion:
1. Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Headlights
Do not rub the headlights dry and do not use
abrasive or acidic cleaning agents.
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for instance
from insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an ice
scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced. The heat generated when
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braking helps to dry the brake discs and pads
and protect them from corrosion.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and wiper
blade wear.

Vehicle care

Vehicle care products

General information
MINI recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning products from MINI. Suitable care
products are available from a dealer's service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
Safety information
WARNING
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health. There is
a risk of injury. When cleaning the interior,
open the doors or windows. Only use products
intended for cleaning vehicles. Follow the in‐
structions on the container.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your vehicle care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.