Can a Mini Cooper Hatch open with a dead battery?
Here’s how to get the hatch open with a dead battery, regardless of which 1st gen model you have. This article applies to the Mini Cooper (2001-2006). Modern cars mean modern electronics, and in the Mini Cooper with its electric rear hatch release, that also means that you can’t open the hatch with a dead battery.
Where is the hatch release cable on a Mini Cooper?
Most 1st generation Mini’s have a hatchback release cable; though, the first year and a few other models are lacking one. To access the hatch release cable, lift up on the bottom cushion of the rear seat on each side until it pops free from the retention clips.
Where is the battery in a Mini Cooper?
Mini Cooper battery location under the floor of the cargo area. Most 1st generation Mini’s have a hatchback release cable; though, the first year and a few other models are lacking one. To access the hatch release cable, lift up on the bottom cushion of the rear seat on each side until it pops free from the retention clips.
Why does my car trunk lock not open?
Occasionally the linkage may become damaged, or the electronic wire that is attached to linkage might come loose. If you notice that the trunk lock does not spring open when you press the fob remote or the button inside your vehicle’s cab, contact a mechanic so they can determine what is wrong and fix it as soon as possible.
Why is the hatch on my Mini Cooper not working?
There’s a chance that the key fob might have been reprogrammed and is no longer working properly; there’s also the chance that its battery died. Investigate both possibilities – first, replace the battery to see if the hatch works. If the fob lights up (assuming there is an indicator light on it), but nothing happens, try reprogramming the fob.
Where does the water come from in a Mini Cooper?
Water was running behind the rear hatch seal (arrow 1). Eventually it made its way into the boot through a sort of ventilation hatch (no clue what it is) located behind the plastic tray (arrow 2). Water will only start running into the boot after serious amounts of water because it first starts building up behind the ventilation hatch first.
Can a Mini Cooper have a tailgate leak?
Even the best R50/R53’s can experience tailgate leaks and there are several places this can occur and can be a right pain to sort out. Bearing in mind mine is a very late 2006 facelift car that has been well cared for. As mentioned, the tailgate seals, 3rd brake light and boot handle gasket are all areas of failure.
What are the gaps in a Mini Cooper?
They are gaps that you can see when you take the rubber seal. In the zoomed image, you can see in the yellow circle where two metal sheets are pressed together. That is the gap I sealed (there is another one on the left side), and it worked so far.