Mini CLUBMAN Owner's Manual page 269

On a slight downhill gradient
If you need to change a wheel on a slight
downhill grade, place chocks and other suit-
able objects, for instance rocks, under the
wheels of both the front and rear axles
against the rolling direction.
Preparing the vehicle
– Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip
ground at a safe distance from road traf-
fic.
– Turn on the hazard warning system.
– Set the parking brake.
– Engage a gear or move the selector lever
to position P.
– As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,
have all vehicle occupants get out of the
vehicle and ensure that they remain out-
side the hazardous area in a safe place,
such as behind a guardrail.
– Depending on the vehicle equipment,
get wheel change tools and, if necessary,
the emergency wheel from the vehicle.
– If necessary, set up a warning triangle
or portable hazard warning light at an
appropriate distance.
– Secure the vehicle additionally against
rolling away.
– Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.
Online Edition for Part no. 01405A541A8 - II/22
Wheels and tires
Jacking points
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are
located at the marked positions.
Jacking up the vehicle
Warning
Hands and fingers can be jammed when
using the jack. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with the described hand position
and do not change this position while us-
ing the jack.
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