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SOCKET FOR ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS OBD CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE

Primary components of exhaust emissions

can be checked by a device via the OBD

socket.

This socket is located to the left of the

driver's side, on the bottom of the instru-

ment panel underneath a cover.

Exhaust emission values

The warning lamp comes on. The

exhaust emissions have deterio-

rated. Have the vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

Canadian models display this

warning lamp.

Under some circumstances, the lamp will

flash. This indicates severe engine misfir-

ing. In this case, you should reduce your

speed and visit your nearest MINI Dealer as

soon as possible. Severe engine misfiring

can quickly lead to serious damage of emis-

sions-related components, especially the

catalytic converter.

If the fuel filler cap is not properly

tightened, the OBD system may con-

clude that fuel vapors are escaping, causing

an indicator to light up. If the filler cap is

then tightened, the indicator should go out

within a few days.<

Suitable car-care products

Use the cleaning and car-care prod-

ucts available at your MINI Dealer.<

Washing your vehicle

You can wash your new MINI or MINI Con-

vertible in automatic car washes from the

beginning. Preference should be for cloth

car washes. If, due to lack of availability,

brush car washes must be used, modern

systems with soft brushes should be given

preference.

When using steam cleaners or high-

pressure cleaners, maintain sufficient

distance to the vehicle and do not exceed a

maximum temperature of 1407/606. If

the jet is too close or the pressure is too

high, this can lead to damage or initial

damage that can develop into more serious

damage. Water that enters vehicle compo-

nents can lead to damage over the long

term.

After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes

briefly to dry them, otherwise water can

reduce braking efficiency over the short

term and the brake rotors can corrode.

Switch the rain sensor off when passing

through an automatic car wash, refer to

page 63. Failure to do so could result in

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