2023 Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC Maintenance Schedule
The 2023 Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC welcomes you to the future of transportation. This innovative and environmentally friendly vehicle represents a quantum leap in automotive technology, as it combines the iconic design and performance of Mini with the advantages of electric mobility. As we enter a new era of sustainable transportation, it is crucial to understand the significance of proper maintenance to ensure that your Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC remains in excellent condition and continues to provide an exceptional driving experience. In this guide, we will cover the essentials of maintaining your 2023 Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC, from routine inspections to electric vehicle-specific maintenance, so you can enjoy all the benefits of this cutting-edge vehicle for years to come. Your 2023 Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC will take you on a journey of electric excellence and conscientious driving.
Maintenance
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
MINI maintenance system
The maintenance system provides service notifications and thereby provides support in maintaining road safety and the operational reliability of the vehicle.
In some cases, the scopes and intervals of the maintenance system may vary according to the country version. Replacement work, spare parts, fuels and lubricants, and wear materials are calculated separately. Further information is available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service centre or repair shop.
Safety information
DANGER
Improperly performed work, in particular maintenance and repair on the high-voltage system, can lead to electric shock. There is a risk of injury, fire and danger to life.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that the work on the vehicle, in particular maintenance and repair, be performed by a dealer’s service centre or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Condition Based Service CBS
Concept
Sensors and special algorithms take into account the driving conditions of the vehicle. CBS uses these to provide maintenance recommendations.
The system makes it possible to adapt the amount of maintenance corresponding to your user profile.
General information
Information on service notifications can be displayed on the Control Display.
Service data in the vehicle key
Information on the service notifications is continuously stored in the vehicle key. The service center can read this data out and suggest a maintenance scope for the vehicle.
Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle key with which the vehicle was driven most recently.
Storage periods
Storage periods during which the vehicle battery was disconnected are not taken into account.
Have a dealer’s service centre or another qualified service centre or repair shop up-date the time-dependent maintenance procedures, such as checking brake fluid and changing the microfilter/activated charcoal filter.
Maintenance Manual and Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
Please consult your Maintenance Manual and Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information on the performance of service and maintenance work.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that maintenance and repair be performed by a service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained.
Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis
General information
Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Remove any devices connected at the OBD socket before locking the vehicle.
Safety information
NOTICE
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an intricate component intended to be used in conjunction with specialized equipment to check the vehicle’s primary emissions system. Improper use of the socket for onboard diagnosis, or contact with the socket for Onboard Diagnosis for other than its intended purpose, can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates risks of personal and property damage. Given the foregoing, the manufacturer of your vehicle strongly recommends that access to the socket for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop or other persons that have the specialized training and equipment for purposes of properly utilizing the socket for Onboard Diagnosis.
Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver’s side for checking the primary components in the vehicle’s emissions.
FAQs
You don’t need to change the oil in an electric vehicle, as they don’t have traditional internal combustion engines that require oil.
Yes, EVs require battery, electrical system, and regenerative braking system maintenance. Regular inspections of these systems are required.
Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles to ensure uniform wear and extend their lifespan.
Electric vehicles frequently employ regenerative braking, which reduces brake pad wear. Nonetheless, periodic inspections are required.
Maintain the battery’s charge within the specified range (usually between 20 and 80 percent) to extend its life. Avoid extreme discharges and temperatures.
Yes, you can use a standard household outlet or a Level 2 charger for quicker charging at home. It includes a Level 1 charger for use at home.
Air conditioning systems should be serviced at least once every two years for optimal performance.
The battery typically comes with an eight-year or one-hundred-thousand-mile warranty, but you should verify your specific warranty terms.
Basic tasks such as tire maintenance and cabin filter replacement can be performed at home, but specialized EV maintenance should be performed by certified technicians.
Check the tire pressure, verify that the battery is within the recommended charge range, and schedule a battery health check at a Mini service center.
Replace the cabin air filter every 15,000 to 30,000 miles, or more often if you travel in dusty or polluted environments.
The battery system of electric vehicles employs a particular form of coolant. Replace your vehicle’s refrigerant per the maintenance schedule.
Ensure the battery is sufficiently charged in frigid weather, keep the vehicle plugged in, and use the cabin pre-conditioning feature to optimize winter performance.
Yes, you can use an automatic car wash, but it is generally advised that you wash your vehicle by hand to avoid damaging sensitive electrical components.
While there are some similarities, the Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC has electric vehicle-specific components that require additional care, so it is essential to adhere to the Mini-provided EV-specific maintenance schedule.
Useful Link
View Full PDF: 2023 Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC| Auto User Guide
2023 Mini HARDTOP SE ELECTRIC Warning and Indicator Lights Guidelines