Great help, my one had the sabe issue, ordered the second hand part and BOOM!, all working again!!!, thank you for the tip.

Hi. This is exactly my issue! I’m glad to see I see I am not alone. Great vid (and name! 😆). Will be getting on to trying a replacement receiver asap. Thank you 😬👍🏼

Thank you so much I've had no idea about this for years, even ruined my locks using the key

Great video, must have watched it at least a dozen times gearing up to do this and certainly will be useful to a lot of folks. However, this turned out not to be my issue in the end. To save some people having to do this here is what I learned after hours on the forums. Check where this module is depending on your Mini model. Apparently mine is an R56 and my receiver is in the back right quarter panel. Some are actually in the mirror as well as what's shown in this video. Anyway what fixed mine was 1. Checking that the battery was well over 3v with a multimeter. Turns out the "new" battery was only 2.98v even though it was within it's date. Got them from ebay..maybe clones, Screwfix do these batteries 4 for 3 quid. 2. Replace the battery whilst sitting in the car, mine didn't work until I did this for both my keys.

Very useful information. I bought new key first and it was still not still not working. Tried this problem solved. Many thanks!!!

I’ve been wracking my brain for ages why my 2005 R53 is unresponsive, even to brand new keys. Thank you.

@alfredvalrie5541

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve found that on the R53, the receiver is in the mirror. The online forums have detailed a cleaning process for the internal circuitry, but I will just buy a new mirror at this point.

Thanks very much for this Dave, my key does exactly this. Will be ordering new part today :D

Thank you! It works again!! :)

Very helpful, thank you

thanks very much!👍

Thank you so much. I used this video to open my car!!! And it worked. I could hug you

@DipstickDave

2 жыл бұрын

I will NEVER refuse a hug. Well maybe not in Covid times but normally, hug central!

@wickedbostonian9004

2 жыл бұрын

@@DipstickDave Air hug it is 😊

Top man 👏

Inflation taking its toll on the wallet, just checked eBay and these are now between £50 - £110 second hand..... even saw one listed for £378

The Mini R52 where have that signal receiver? When change it, no need to code anything?

What the name of the little back box’s ?

Hi! Very good video 🎉 But my mini has a weird problem, the car started to make a beep sound as i unlock or lock and now only the drivers lock will work. Do you happen to know if the body module could be faulty? And if so do I need to take it to programming or do i just swap it?

Where can you find the amplifier on the facelift model that doesn’t have the clock?

I love video!

I can see that this is for an R53 Mini. I have an R56 Cooper S, where only one key (the spare) is problematic, in that it no longer locks or unlocks the car (it will still start it though?!). The main key works just fine. Given that it's only one key that's buggering about, I'm thinking that it's not likely to be a signal amplifier, and is most likely to be the key (fob) itself? The batteries aren't changeable before it's suggested, as the car recharges the keys, through the fob slot, like an electric toothbrush - and I've checked that there is good charge in the fob itself (no low batt warnings on the rev counter computer when the spare fob is used to start the engine).

just wish i knew what part number to use to order this?!!

I have an 05 mini cooper S with a dead battery. The key does not unlock the door when turned to a completely horizontal position and there is no feeling of resistance while turning it until I get to that horizontal stopping point. I think the lock mechanism may have an internal problem that doesn't allow the key to unlock it. Is there any other way to gain entry so I can pop the hood and charge the battery?

Will this work for a mini one as my spare key will not work?

Im not sure if it is this, my key or the locks. But when I use my key to unlock the doors it works, however when I try to lock the car the locks go down and shoot back up seconds later so it won't stay locked. Same situation for if I try to lock manually by key in the door. My locking system for when inside works tho? Its my first car...I bought it 2nd hand and it did not come with a spare key so I cannot try that... any ideas??

Would this work for a 2012 Mini Cooper? What is the name of the part?

Cheers for the video. Does it/ did you need to recode it to suit the key?

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

No it’s just plug and play. It’s only a simple amplifier for the signal. Cheers

@nikolaymiroshnik9876

3 жыл бұрын

Can you put a link for the part?

Good video as helped me out, but scratched my head for a while how to get the old unit out. You need a T20 torx bit and I had to put the screwdriver handle up into the roof cavity in order to undo otherwise you cant get the angle on the screw head.

@ericrainey5361

Жыл бұрын

I used a t-25

I purchased a used one on ebay and it still didnt work. Whats the probability that i was sent a dud? Or whether i have another failure elsewhere?

Hello, must be re-coded after changing the control unit

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

In this case you would only be changing the signal amplifier not the control unit. So no recoding needed.

my mini countryman 2011 driver door will not open from inside or outside all the other doors are ok. Can you help please.

Great video. Have you any idea why the key fob key on this (my daughter's car- a 2016 Mini Cooper Countryman ) will automatically lower the windows with the usual long press on the remote fob open car button but refuses to send them up to close via the remote close button? No probe's if not but thanks for a brill video.

@rotorhead5006

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like it needs a reset. Put ignition on, lower all windows fully and keep DOWN button held down for 3-5 seconds. Then put all windows up, this time holding the button in the UP position for 3-5 seconds once closed. (You can do all windows at once, or one at a time). Same method works for sunroofs.

Hello, thanks for this. Do you know if this will work on a 2012 mini cooper s automatic convertible (62 plate)?

the receiver, will it be on the same location in a 2006 mini cooper (base mode)?

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

Not 100% sure. Just pop off the mirror and have a touch to hand.

I just got a new mini it’s an 07 I know the key doesn’t work so if I replace that would it the need reprogramming?

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

It will need reprogramming. I think the 07 has the round key, so different to this one. A bit of Googling should tell you if you can do it yourself or not. Good luck.

I have a 2017 and I think this is my problem but the solution would be different. I also can’t start my car with the start stop lever.

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I haven’t worked on a mini of your age so can’t help much. Sounds like it could be the key however is the start button isn’t working along with the locking.

Hi David. A sensor on eBay is the correct pt number and MHz, but incorrect next number. Is this OK 👍

@DipstickDave

2 жыл бұрын

If the part number is the same it should be ok. But if not just throw it back on eBay.

i have a question so my 2003 mini cooper will only unlock with the key entry like it’s not a keyless entry anymore with both sides of the doors and i have to manually push down the lock on the passenger door and lock my door from the outside they won’t even lock when i start driving what do you think the problem would be?

@andrewducker8773

2 жыл бұрын

Did you find out the problem? I've got the same exact problem

@lakeishamitchell1579

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewducker8773 kinda same tooo, its stressing me out

@gabrielmarin9921

Жыл бұрын

Same here im thinking that maybe body module

@robertstancliffsr9575

6 ай бұрын

I had a similar problem with my 2003 R50 and lived with the remote working (sometimes) for a long time. Finally I took it to a locksmith shop and they could not fix it, but they suggested a body shop. My local body shop said the problem was with the central looking box inside the drivers door. I had them replace that and it has worked perfectly since then. Of course I wanted a cheaper fix....this was $350, but I was glad just to get it fixed at all. The nearest Mini dealer is 200 miles away, and it would probably have cost a lot more to get it fixed there...2 years now, and no more lock problems....

Hi what year is your one mine is a 52 plate,I've been told mine is behind the glove box

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

That’s odd. I don’t think there is much behind the glove box. It should be easy to check it’s only held in with 3 screws. I think T25 head, but I might be wrong.

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

Oh and mine is a 2002 as well.

What year Mini is this? Is that part in the same place on a 2008 Mini Hatch?

@DipstickDave

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a 2002, I don’t think it’s the same part. Sorry not sure what part you would need.

Hi Dave, any idea if this would work on a 2010 Clubman Cooper?

@DipstickDave

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t think so. I’m pretty sure the module moved to the mirror housing by that point. Sorry.

@lisajtoy

2 жыл бұрын

Does that mean the signal receiver is in-built in the mirror? What if I replace the mirror altogether? Thanks for yr help.

@DipstickDave

2 жыл бұрын

I think it is, but I’ve never looked at this on your model sorry. I would go on the forums and have a dig about. Sorry I can’t be much more help.

Dealing with this now

@dontforget.thetruth9305

Жыл бұрын

WHAT DID YOU DO??

I removed the receiver, as I’ve ordered a new one to be delivered on Wednesday. Came to my car about an hour ago and all my dash lights have stopped working. Any idea what would have caused this issue?

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

That’s very weird. Does the car start? Has the battery died? Have you plugged the box back in and tried again. I can’t see anyway the part can effect your dash lights, but plug it back in to check. Let me know what happens.

@keeleyconnelly2385

3 жыл бұрын

@@DipstickDave it had blown a fuse when taking it out. Replaced the fuse and it’s working again now, have put the old receiver back in until Wednesday when the new one arrives, will the keys or anything need reprogramming when I replace it?

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

That’s really good new. Odd they are on the same circuit. But I glad you found it. Nope shouldn’t need to reprogram the key, it’s only the signal booster you are replacing and not the ecu that authorises the key.

I changed that part, new key and still not working

Could you help me to disconnect the alarm in Mini Cooper ?

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately not. Maybe a local group or club could help you.

...WHERE IS IT LOCATED ON THE 2006 WITH ELECTRIC SUN ROOF ...

@nieto132ify

Жыл бұрын

Did you ever find out?

@JTickett

7 ай бұрын

@billydmarlow8400 ?

With my one, the key will still cause the lights to flash, but the doors dont unlock. Any ideas?

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

That’s sounds like the actuator in the doors not working. Does the boot open? It’s rare for both doors actuators (a little motor that pushes and pulls the lock mechanism, just like a turn of the key) to fail at the same time. And very in rare for the doors and boot not to open. Can you still open it with a key and start it?

@ewangarner2236

3 жыл бұрын

@@DipstickDave thanks for the reply, the boot does unlock and open but no longer pops itself up, I can get in with the manual key alone and it will start up quite happily so its strange for it to just go. Last time I tried to unlock it with the key, the little bolts slid half way up but didnt actually unlock the door. They also would still go down if I switched the lock toggle on the dash. Now they dont move at all with the key and the switch inside the car also does nothing

@ewangarner2236

3 жыл бұрын

When I use the key or the inside toggle I can hear a click coming from the right of the steering wheel but nothing will happen

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you’ll have to take the door cards off and have a look. It sound like the lock linkage has come off or bent or broken. Weird that both sides have gone at the same time. Maybe the lock where frozen and you unlocked the car and that caused it ????? Good luck. Let me know what it is when you find out.

I bought this receiver for my mini cooper 2006. still didn't work :(

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

Bummer. Do you have two keys? If both still don’t work it could be the ecu, which is a complete pain.

How do you unscrew it i cant even reach the damn screw

@DipstickDave

3 жыл бұрын

It’s not the easiest to get to. I have smallish hand so can get my hand in and use a Trox bit and short handles to unscrew it.

I have a 2017 mini

No box in my wifes,2005

@DipstickDave

8 ай бұрын

That’s a very personal statement. I’m sure you can get so surgery. Good look. At some point they moved into the mirror housing.

I hope it works

I lost my keys and the car won't start. Buying this key receiver with another key will that also help to start the engine ?

@DipstickDave

2 жыл бұрын

No, this is just a signal amplifier.