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How to replace the rear tailgate switch of the Mini Cooper R55

Model: Mini Mini R55, R57, R56 - Years 2007-2014
Part: Door lock

Let's see how to replace the lock of the rear hatch handle of the Mini R55: unfortunately, this is a common issue with this model. The rear hatch only unlocks with the remote control, but does not open with the lock, so we have a problem with the physical button. The button is incorporated in the long chrome strip that also contains the license plate lights, and is held in place by four T20 screws. When we remove it, we put a clamp on the wire coming out of the hatch; in fact, if it gets stuck inside the bodywork, it will be a serious problem to retrieve it. To access the lock, we need to remove the rubber button, which is difficult to find. The easiest thing to do is to buy a new strip with the code B0CGRB357B on Amazon, costing 58.99 euros with free delivery: plug&play, just replace it by pressing the clips; put back the screws we had removed earlier and we have finished our work.

Posted on 10 February 2025 by ScegliAuto

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