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Car Key Replacement Tips For Your Mini CooperThe days of turning the key to operate your car are fading away as technology advances. Nowadays, we can use remote programming. However, even these may fail and require assistance from a professional. A locksmith with experience is the best option for quick replacement of car keys.You can also purchase an additional key from a dealer, however it will need to be programmed to your car before activation. Locksmiths with access to your VIN and registration or title can do this.Keys stolen or lostMini Cooper owners choose their cars for their high resale values Low maintenance requirements and great gas mileage. Similar to other cars Mini Cooper keys could be lost or stop working. If this happens, a professional locksmith will help.Modern vehicles rely on remote key fobs that allow you to open doors and start engines. They also have an immobiliser system which prevents the vehicle from being driven without the correct key. If you lose the key, replacing it will cost you a lot.Newer car models have an electronic chip inside their key fobs that communicates to the transponder within your vehicle's engine. This chip has a code that is unique to the car. If you get a replacement chip, it will need to be programmed to the specific car that requires an authorized dealer or a locksmith with the appropriate tools.It is costly to replace your keys with a dealership, but this is often the only choice. A professional mobile locksmith will come to you and create a new key for much lower, especially if have the registration or title of your car to prove you are the owner.Unlocking Your CarYou could ruin your day by realizing that you have locked your keys inside your car. You could be left waiting for someone else to come and unlock your door, or for a tow truck to arrive. There are, however, some clever techniques you can employ to save yourself time and money.The first step is to find a long, thin rod. You can make use of a clothes hanger made of wire, but you can also make use of a rod made of a strong strip of plastic, or even shoelace. It should be thin enough to fit into the door's seams and long enough to reach the lock button.Create a slip knot on the string (a sliding knot that tightens as it is pulled). The loop of the slip knot above the button for locking. Then gently wiggle the string with the slip knot on top of the lock-button in back-and forward motions until the knob in the interior of the door opens.This trick may not work in every circumstance, but it's a good solution for a wide range of vehicles. This trick is especially helpful when the locking mechanism of your car is located on the side, instead of at the top. If you have a knob at the top of your door, you could also make use of this method in the event that you have it. Be sure not to cause damage to your car in the process.Resetting Your Key FobIf you lose your key fob or replace the battery, you may have to reset it. Most of the time, this won't impact the function of your key, but should it not work immediately, there's a possibility that you've installed the new battery incorrectly. It's best to bring the battery to the dealership for installation, so they can ensure that it's matched to your car.You'll need you have another key in your possession while you're trying to reset yours. Then, get in the driver's seat and put the new blank key somewhere close. Then, push the small silver tab on the back of your key fob to pop out the metal key and remove the battery from its position. Replace the battery and make sure that it is the right way up (the negative end should be on the outside).After you've replaced the key battery then turn on the car. Use the lock/unlock buttons on your fobs to program them into your vehicle's computer. When all the fobs have been programmed, they can go back to your car and lock it in the same way as you normally do. It is essential to turn off your ignition to complete the programming process. If you hold off too long, your car may not be able to execute all its commands.Replace the locksIt can be a hassle to get locked out of your car and is costly to replace keys. replacement mini key cost uk will charge about $150 for a replacement key fob, and locksmiths may charge more. It is best to keep spare keys in a safe location or purchase a new smartlock for your mini cooper to unlock it using your phone.It is possible to replace the door lock actuator on your own however, it requires a bit of patience and hard work. The first step is to disassemble the old actuator. To do this, grab the inside and pull it out. Take off the rod that's connected to the manual lock. It's a rod with black plastic on one end. This rod will be an actuator clip. It can be difficult to locate and put back in place this piece and it is recommended to keep the window rolled down while you work on it.Next, take off the cover from the battery and then remove the old battery. Install the new battery and then replace the cover. Finally, you can put the actuator back on with the control rod in the center, making sure that it's positioned so that the star end of the control rod is in the fitting at the top of the actuator. You may need to use a bit of force to bring the actuator in position. You are now able to lock and unlock your doors by pressing the buttons on the keyfob. If they don't, you will need to call a certified locksmith or dealership for assistance.