BMW 2004 Mini Convertible Cooper Manual Do Utilizador

STARTING THE ENGINE

SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE 

When starting the engine, do not press the 
accelerator pedal.

Do not stop the starting procedure 
too early, and do not continue it for 

more than approx. 20 seconds. Release the 
ignition key immediately when the engine 
starts. 
Extended starting attempts, characterized 
by excessively frequent or long periods 
with the starter engaged, can lead to dam-
age in the catalytic converter.

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If the engine does not start on the first 
attempt, for instance if the engine is very 
hot or cold:

When starting the engine, press the gas 
pedal down halfway.

Cold start at very low temperatures, above 
approx. +5 

7 / –15 6, at high altitudes 

above 3,300 ft / 1,000 m:
>For the initial start attempt, allow the 

starter to remain engaged somewhat 
longer, approx. 10 seconds.

>When starting the engine, press the gas 

pedal down halfway. 

1. Engage the parking brake
2. Put the manual gearshift lever in neutral
3. Depress the clutch pedal, especially at 

low temperatures

4. Start the engine.

Move the gearshift lever to neutral 
position and engage the parking 

brake before leaving your vehicle with the 
engine running. 
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with 
the engine running. This is a safety haz-
ard.

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1. Press the footbrake
2. Put the selector lever in position P or N
3. Start the engine.

Move the selector lever to position P 
and engage the parking brake before 

leaving your vehicle with the engine run-
ning. 
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with 
the engine running. This is a safety haz-
ard.

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You should never remove the ignition 
key when the vehicle is in motion, as 

the steering lock could engage. 
When you leave the vehicle, always remove 
the ignition key and engage the steering 
lock. 
When parking on inclines, engage the park-
ing brake, or the vehicle could roll.

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Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.

Engage selector lever position P, turn the 
ignition key to position 1 or 0.

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