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How to Manually Open the Fuel Filler Door on a Mini Cooper in an Emergency

Model: Mini Mini R55, R57, R56 - Years 2007-2014
Part: Fuel cap

In a Mini Cooper, the fuel filler door may become temporarily or permanently stuck, for example, due to a flat battery, as its opening is electronically controlled. In this case, you can manually open it using the emergency release mechanism; see how to do this in the video. To access the mechanism, first open the rear hatch, then remove the panel on the left side. At this point, you will locate a green cord; simply pull it to open the fuel filler door.

Updated on 12 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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