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How to Replace the Front Door Lock on a Mini Cooper

Model: Mini Mini R53, R50, R52 - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Part: Door lock

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In this brief guide, you will learn how to remove and replace the front door lock on a Mini Cooper. First, open the front door of your car and start removing the door panel by unscrewing the fixing screws; once removed, unscrew the fixing screws of the lock module, disconnecting the metal cable and the electrical connector, as shown in the video.

Now install the new lock module of the correct type; apply the reverse procedure for reassembly!


Updated on 5 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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