Mini COUNTRYMAN Owner's Manual page 276

MOBILITY
Warning
The jack, issued by the vehicle manufac-
turer, is provided in order to perform a
wheel change in the event of a breakdown.
The jack is not designed for frequent use;
for example, changing from summer to
winter tires. Using the jack frequently may
cause it to become jammed or damaged.
There is a risk of injury and risk of damage
to property. Only use the jack to change an
emergency or spare wheel in the event of
a breakdown.
Warning
On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for ex-
ample snow, ice, tiles, etc., the jack can
slip away. There is a risk of injury. If pos-
sible, change the wheel on a flat, solid, and
slip-resistant surface.
Warning
The jack is optimized for lifting the vehi-
cle and for the jacking points on the vehi-
cle only. There is a risk of injury. Do not
lift any other vehicle or cargo using the
jack.
Warning
When the jack is not inserted into the
jacking point provided for this purpose,
the vehicle may be damaged or the jack
may slip when it is being cranked up.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. When cranking up the jack,
ensure that it is inserted in the jacking
point next to the wheel well.
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Warning
A vehicle that is raised on a jack may fall
off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted
on it. There is a risk of injury and risk of
damage to property. While the vehicle is
raised, do not exert lateral effort on the ve-
hicle or pull abruptly on the vehicle. Have
a stuck wheel removed by a dealer's serv-
ice center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
Securing the vehicle against rolling
away
General information
The vehicle manufacturer recommends to
additionally secure the vehicle against roll-
ing away when changing a wheel.
On a level surface
Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects
in front and behind the wheel that is diago-
nal to the wheel to be changed.