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How to Replace the Headlight Bulbs in a Mini Cooper?

Model: Mini Mini R57, R56, R55 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Headlight bulb

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In this tutorial, you will see how to replace the headlight bulbs in the Mini Cooper R56, a very simple and quick operation. First, open the bonnet and disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.

Then, using a 10 mm socket spanner, undo the 4 bolts securing the headlight in question. Next, separate the headlight from the frame, disconnect both the power connector and the washer tube, and open the large rear cap. At this point, you can remove the old bulb by unlocking the metal clip, insert the replacement, and reassemble everything.


Updated on 2 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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