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Did you misplaced or broken the keys to your Mini Cooper? Do you want to duplicate keyless entry, transponder key or sidewinder? In a search for a cheap and convenience replacement key services?
Okey DoKey Locksmith offer 24/7 fast and affordable Mini Cooper replacement key. Call for immediate assistance, free estimate and scheduling. Our expert mobile car locksmith come to you to duplicate or replace your lost keys on-site.
Furthermore, we can solve all your Mini Cooper key, locks and ignition challenges.
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In January 1, 1995 Mini Cooper started using an encrypted transponder keys on all it's models. One exception was with a few 3 Series which followed shortly.
The OEM Mini Cooper transponder is a laser cut key and consist of a dimond shaped remote clicker.
Since 2004 few models start using a proximity fobs (Comfort Access) as either standard or optional equipment. The keyless entry device contain a transponder chip that works with a battery.
Mini Cooper transponder keys mainly used as a vehicle anti-theft technology. Together with the immobilizer, transponders helps protecting your Mini Cooper from unauthorized access.
The immobilizer initialized to recognize each key by a programmable code. When a key with unmatched code turned in the ignition, the vehicle becomes immobilized. The fuel-pump will shut down and will not start for a few minutes.
Mini Cooper transponders uses the "rolling code" system to change value each time the key is used. If an unauthorized personal will try copying the key data, it will be invalid the next time the key used.
Each immobilization system programmed with 10 unique chips upon manufacturing of the vehicle. 2-3 keys are provided when a new car is purchased, and each additional keys ordered through a dealer or a licensed locksmith. When reaching the 10 keys limit, the EWS unit is replaced and align to accept 10 new keys. This process could cost $1k-$3k to do.
Mini Cooper offer no on-board interface to duplicate keys by yourself. Each key need to be programmed by the dealer or a licensed locksmith using dedicated programmers. Each additional key approved by Mini Cooper using the VIN before it can start the car.
Following are the list of Mini Cooper models that use transponders:
Cooper S 2004 - 2007 Cooper 2007 - 2010The procedure for getting a duplicate Mini Cooper key done by a local dealer or a car locksmith. You can duplicate the key by VIN or by a cloning process:
To duplicate a key the dealer will need the VIN and a proof of ownership which is registration or title and a match driver license. The vehicle does not need to be at the dealership.
Prices vary slightly from dealership to dealership, so you better call more than one dealer for the best price. Call the dealer and provide them your VIN to get a quote.
If you are not the owner of the Mini Cooper, you will need a signed power of attorney from the owner.
Mini Cooper key cloning is a job that very few locksmith can perform. The newer your Mini Cooper is, the harder it's going to be to find a locksmith who can clone your key.
A locksmith with Mini Cooper key programmer and diagnosis tool can create cloned key using 2 methods:
There is no onboard interface to program keys. Only the dealer or a locksmith can program keys and remote to all Mini Cooper immobilized models.
When you lose all your keys to a Mini Cooper the process is very similar to a key duplication. Reprogramming interface and tools are available only to the Mini Cooper dealer or to a licensed locksmith. The vehicle computer is reprogrammed to accept a new key from the list of 10 initial keys and reject the lost keys.
While some people complain about the limit of 10 keys for each EWS unit, the rolling code offer a great advantage. Since the 10 keys codes are already programmed, the dealer or a mobile locksmith don't need the car present to make a key.
Just like key duplication service, all they need to cut and program a new key is the VIN and a proof of ownership.
There are many reasons for ignition problems! Please check our article about ignition repair and replacement.
Service | Price |
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Car Lockout | $60-$120 |
Locked keys in trunk | $70-$350 |
Door lock rekey/repair/change | $200-$320 |
Lost key replacement | $195-$470 |
Duplicate car key | $225-$285 |
Remote/Flip keys | $200-$300 |
Keyless entry device | $220-$320 |
Ignition repair | $195-$350 |
Key extraction | $95-$150 |
Ignition replacement | $250-$400 |
EWS/ECU re-flash | $600-$950 |
* Estimates above includes the technician coming out to you the parts and the labor.
Final price depends on:
The tech will diagnose the vehicle and provide a price for you to approve before doing anything.
Our emergency mobile vehicle locksmith are serviceable 24 hours every day. Ready to handle all your Mini Cooper keys and ignition dilemmas. We usually arrive at customer location fast.
Our work truck is utterly armed with recent diagnostic, programming and cutting machinery able to restore keys onsite. A key replacement process for a vehicle in most cases done same day.
We take great pride in serving a modest price price and reliable services. Give us a call at for a FREE ESTIMATE and our Mini Cooper expert will arrive to your place ASAP. Okey DoKey Locksmith is always here to meet your needs in a professional way.
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