Adding Engine Oil; Oil Change - Mini Clubman Owner's Manual

Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the
dipstick. Excess oil will damage the
engine.<

Adding engine oil

Do not add the maximum quantity of
1 US quart/1 liter of engine oil until the oil level
has dropped to just above the lower mark on the
dipstick, page 146.
Add oil within the next 30 miles/50 km;
otherwise, the engine could be
If too much motor oil is added, immedi-
ately have the vehicle checked; otherwise,
damage to the engine may
Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of
children and comply with the warnings on
the containers. Otherwise, health hazards may
result.<
Oil types for refilling
Notes
Do not use oil additives as this could result
in engine damage.<
When selecting a motor oil, ensure that it
belongs to one of the SAE viscosity classes
0W-40, 0W-30, 5W-40 and 5W-30; otherwise,
malfunctions or damage to the engine may
result.<
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the
engine.
Some types of oil may not be available in every
country.
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Approved oil types
Gasoline engines
BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30
BMW Longlife-01
BMW Longlife-01 FE
Additional information on approved types of oil
can be found at a dealer.
Alternative oil types
If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/1 liter of another oil with the fol-
lowing specifications may be used:
Gasoline engines
API SM or higher specifications

Oil change

Only MINI dealers are to perform oil changes.
Coolant
Coolant consists of half water and half additive.
Not all commercially available additives are suit-
able for your MINI. Your MINI dealer knows
which additives are suitable and will be glad to
advise you.
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may result. Because addi-
tives are harmful to your health, it is important
to follow the instructions on the
Comply with the appropriate environmen-
tal protection regulations when disposing
of coolant additives.<
Mobility
containers.<
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