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How to Remove the Sport and DCS Switches

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

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Start this guide by removing the gear lever support. Once done, fully slide it out. Next, unscrew the cup holder located at the rear of the cabin.

Now proceed to remove the handbrake by disconnecting the cables underneath the support. After removing it, unscrew the front screws to gain more space for removing the switches.

Move to a table for more room. First, unscrew the screws that secure it to the support.

Once this is complete, reassemble all the parts, and the job is finished.


Updated on 23 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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