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How to Replace the Battery in a Mini Cooper R56

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

The battery in this car model is located in the engine bay, on the passenger side, just under the windscreen, beneath a plastic protective cover. Being equipped with a start&stop system, the battery installed in this car is a special type, and often, even if the engine starts regularly, the display already indicates a fault because it is likely beginning to deplete. It is advisable to perform a test with the appropriate tool to estimate the battery's efficiency percentage and assess the actual need for replacement, excluding any issues with the alternator.

Updated on 20 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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