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Car Key Replacement Tips For Your Mini CooperAs technology advances, the days of turning a key to start your car are going away. We now use remote programming. Even these can fail and require assistance from a professional. If you need to replace a car key quickly, a professional mobile locksmith is the best option.You can also purchase spare keys at a dealer. However it must be programmed to your specific vehicle before activation. Locksmiths who have access to your VIN or registration number, as well as your title are able to do this.Keys stolen or lostMini Cooper owners choose their Mini Coopers due to their high resale values Low maintenance requirements and good gas mileage. Like any other car Mini Cooper keys could be lost or stop working. If this happens, a reliable locksmith can assist you.The majority of modern vehicles use remote key fobs that allow you to open doors and start their engines. These fobs have an immobiliser system which prevents your vehicle from being driven without the correct key. If you lose yours replacing it is costly.The key fobs of newer models of automobiles have an electronic chip that communicates with a transponder inside the engine of your vehicle. The chip has a unique code that is unique to your car. If you receive a replacement chip, it must be programmed for your specific vehicle and requires an authorized locksmith or dealer with the appropriate tools.It's costly to replace your keys at the dealer, but this is often the only choice. A mobile locksmith can make keys for you at a much lower price in particular in the event that your registration or title is present as proof that you own the car.Unlocking Your CarThe horrible realization that you've locked the keys to your car can cause a lot of stress and leave you waiting for a tow truck or a friend to unlock the door for you. There are a few smart tricks that you can employ to save time and money.key for mini cooper G28 is to find the longest, thin rod. A wire clothes hanger works well, but you might also consider an iron rod made of a sturdy strip of plastic or even a shoelace. It must be thin enough for it to fit through the door's seams and long enough to reach to the lock button.Make a slip knot in the string (a sliding knot that tightens tightly when pulled). The loop of the slip knot over the button for locking. Gently wiggle the string with knots placed over the lock button with back-andforth motions until the knob inside the door opens.This trick won't work in every case but it's a viable alternative for a lot of cars. It's particularly helpful if your car has the locking mechanism that is located on the side of the door rather than at the top. If you have a knob on the top of your door, you could also utilize this method to lock it if you own it. Be cautious not to damage the car.Resetting Your Key FobIf you lose the key fob, or change the battery, you might require a reset. This will not affect the functionality of the key, however it's possible that you installed the battery in a wrong way. It's a good idea to bring the battery to the dealership to be installed, so they can ensure it's in sync with your vehicle.If you're trying to reset your key, you'll need a working one. You should sit in the driver's chair and place your blank key somewhere nearby. Push the small silver tab at the back of the key fob to pop out the metal keys, then remove the batteries. Replace the battery with a new one, and make sure it's facing up (the negative side is on the outside of the fob).Once you've replaced the new key battery switch the car on. Use the lock/unlock buttons on your fobs in order to program them into the vehicle's computer. Once all fobs are programmed, return to your vehicle and lock it in the same way as usual. You must turn off your ignition to complete the program. If you are waiting too long, your car may lose all its commands.Replace the locksIt's not easy to get locked out of your car and is costly to replace keys. Locksmiths can charge more than $150 for an ignition key. The dealer will charge about $150. The best way to avoid this is to always keep your spare key in a secure location, or to buy a smart lock for your mini cooper to unlock it with your phone.Replacing the door lock actuator can be a straightforward DIY project for most however it takes a little bit of work and perseverance. The first step is to take off the old actuator by grabbing it from the inside and pulling it out. Remove the push rod that's attached to the manual lock. It's a rod that has black plastic on one end. The rod connects to a clip in the actuator. This can be a challenge to locate and put back to its place, which is why it's recommended to keep the window shut while working on this.Next, remove the cover from the battery and then remove the old battery. Install the new battery and replace the cover. Install the actuator by making sure that the end of the control rod is inserted into the fitting on the top of the actuator. It's a tight fit, so you might need to use some force to move it to fit. After that the doors should lock and unlock when you press the buttons on the key fob. If they don't, you will have to contact a licensed locksmith or dealership for assistance.