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How to Remove the Key from the Mini Cooper Remote

Model: Mini Mini F55, F54, F56, F57 - Years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Part: Key

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In this short and simple guide, you will learn how to remove the physical key from the Mini Cooper remote. The physical key may be needed to open the car if the battery is flat, preventing you from opening the doors with the remote; therefore, pull the key from the remote to extract it. At this point, remove the cover from the lock cylinder found on the driver's side handle; manually open the car to gain access.

Then replace the battery in the remote to restore its normal function.


Updated on 31 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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