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How to Remove the Gear Lever on a Mini Cooper R56

Model: Mini Mini R56, R55, R57 - Years 2007-2014
Part: Checks and maintenance

Video tutorial
Detailed instructions - See how to replace the gear lever on a Mini Cooper R56. First, press the two side buttons located on the side of the gaiter; lift the gaiter and disconnect the electrical connector located at the base of the gaiter. This is necessary to remove the lever. Once the electrical cable is disconnected, press the button located under the knob and pull upwards with force. Now you can replace the lever, which you might find on eBay, for example, with code 284591829178. It comes complete with the knob and costs £88.85, plus £10.85 for shipping. As for the gaiter, you can find it on eBay with code 204066473635 for £22.99, plus £6 for delivery.

Updated on 13 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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