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How to Replace the Key Battery on a Mini Cooper?

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

Good morning, today’s goal is to replace the key battery on our Mini Cooper. Start by prying off and removing the back cover of the key using a thin but sturdy tool. This will expose the flat battery. Proceed to remove the battery, and you will have successfully completed the disassembly. To fit the new battery and close the key, simply follow these steps in reverse, and you will have correctly completed the battery replacement for your Mini Cooper key.

Updated on 14 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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