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G28 For Your Mini Cooper As technology improves and technology advances, the days of turning a key to start your car are disappearing. Instead, we now use remote programming options. These can also malfunction and require professional assistance. A trained mobile locksmith is the best choice for fast replacement of your car key. You can also buy spare keys at a dealer. However, it will need programming to your specific vehicle before activation. This can only be done by an authorized locksmith who has access to your VIN and registration or title. Keys that were stolen or lost are not found Mini Cooper owners choose their Mini Coopers for their high resales value with low maintenance requirements, as well as high gas mileage. But, just like any other car, their keys can disappear or stop working. If this happens, a reliable locksmith can help you out. Modern vehicles come with remote key fobs that can be used to unlock doors and even start engines. The fobs are linked to an immobiliser system that prevents your vehicle from being driven in the event that the right key isn't present. If you lose yours, the cost of replacing it is costly. The key fobs in the latest models of cars include an electronic chip that communicates with the transponder in the engine of your vehicle. The chip has a unique code that is unique to your car. If you purchase a replacement chip, it must be programmed for your specific vehicle and requires an authorized dealer or a locksmith with the appropriate tools. Making your keys replace at a dealership can be costly, but it is often the only option. A mobile locksmith professional can visit you and design a new key for much cheaper, particularly if have your car's registration or title to prove you are the owner. Unlocking Your Car The horrible realization that you locked your keys inside your car could cause a lot of stress and leave you waiting for an auto tow truck or friend to unlock the door for you. Fortunately, there are clever techniques you can employ to save yourself time and money. The first step is to locate a thin, long rod. You can use a wire hanger for clothes, but you can also make use of a rod made from a strong piece of plastic, or even a shoelace. It must be thin enough for it to pass into the door's seams, and long enough to reach to the lock button. Create a slip knot on the string (a sliding knot that tightens tightly when pulled). Place the loop of the slip knot above the button for locking. The string can be gently wiggled with the knot that is placed over the lock button in back-and forth movements until the knob inside the door opens. This trick may not work in every situation however it's an excellent option for many cars. This trick is especially useful if the locking mechanism of the car is situated on the side instead of at the top. If you have a knob on the top of your door, you could also make use of this method when you have it. Be sure not to damage your car in the process. Resetting Your Key Fob If you lose the key fob, or change the battery, you may have to reset it. This won't usually affect the functionality of the key, but it's possible that you've installed the battery in a wrong way. You should bring the new battery into the dealership to be installed so that they can ensure that it's the correct one for your car. When you're trying to reset your key, you'll need a working one. Sit in the driver's chair and put your blank key somewhere nearby. Press the small silver tab at the back of the fob to reveal the keys made of metal, and then take the batteries off. Replace the battery with a fresh one, and ensure it's facing up (the negative side is on the outside of the fob). After you have replaced the battery on your key After that, you can start the car. Press the locks and unlock buttons on each of your fobs to program them with the car's computer. When all the fobs have been programmed, they are able to return to your car and lock it just as you would normally. Make sure that you shut off the ignition following this to terminate the programming process, as waiting too long between actions could cause your car to wipe out all of its commands. Replace the locks It's not easy to get locked out of your car, and it's expensive to replace keys. The dealer will charge you around $150 for a new key fob, and locksmiths could charge more. It is best to keep spare keys in a safe place or purchase a smartlock for your mini cooper to unlock it with your phone. Replacing the door lock actuator could be an easy DIY project for most people however, it will require a little bit of work and patience. The first step is to take off the old actuator by grabbing it from the inside and pulling it out. Take off the rod that is attached to the manual lock. It's a rod that has black plastic on one end. The rod is connected to an actuator clip. This part can be tricky to locate and then get back to its place, which is why it's a good idea to keep the window shut while working on this. Then, remove the battery cover and remove the old battery. Install the new battery and then replace the cover. Install the actuator, making sure that the star end of your control rod is inserted into the fitting on the top of the actuator. You may need to apply some force to push the actuator into place. After this the doors should lock and unlock when you press the buttons on the key fob. If they do not you'll have to contact an expert locksmith or dealer for assistance.