Keys – Mini 2003 Cooper User Manual

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KEYS

Depending on the how the vehicle is
equipped, your MINI has up to four keys:

1 Master key with remote control and bat-

tery

If the battery is discharged, please
consult your MINI Dealer. Battery

changing, see next column.

2 Door and ignition key

The doors can only be opened mechani-
cally with this key

3 Spare key to keep in a safe place, e.g. in

your wallet. This key is not intended for
constant use

Changing battery

Replace if it is no longer possible to unlock
the vehicle via the remote control.

Only use a battery of the type speci-
fied on the battery – CR 2032 – and

make absolutely sure that it is fitted in the
correct position.

1. Apply a screwdriver at the recess
2. Use the screwdriver to lever out the

cover.

Return used batteries to a recycling
point or your MINI Dealer.

Initializing the master key with remote
control

When you activate a master key with
remote control – for example a replace-
ment or additional key, or after a battery
change – it must be initialized.

This initialization can be performed in two
ways:

Press button 1 or button 2, see page

four times in succession

if the vehicle is unlocked:
1. Switch the ignition on briefly –

position 2 – and then off

2. Within 10 seconds, press button 1 and

button 2, see page

, in succession.

In the event of a system malfunction,
please contact your MINI Dealer. You

can also obtain replacement keys and bat-
teries there.

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