Unfortuantely it sounds like you need to use an old fashioned coat hanger to CAREFULLY squeeze through the window edge and use to unlock the door. Take a wooden spoon or something similar to squeeze between the front and rear glass pushing the seal inward and making room for the coat hanger.
You can also use duct tape on the window to grip it and slowly lower it enough to unlock it, this is using several strips of tape and pulling down as straight as possible holding the bunch of tape ends. Search the internet for a better example, but, it works.
You can adjust the boot to close a bit more on both sides to see if that won't take care of the light issue. As I remember it's on the right side so just adjust that one first a bit to get it to close a bit tighter. You can also unplug the connection at the latch if the light bothers you until you fix it.
The door locks in the R53, R50, and R52 are controlled by the BC1 control module. Unless someone has changed the wiring that would be your #1 suspect.
You can try to change the settings in the BC1 if you have the BMW program NCS Expert or the BMW Coding tool available. Unfortunately, water sometimes drains down into that specific module and causes issues. Other than that, you're left at the mercy of the stealership. Best of luck.
your problem is regarding they your new key is not recognized.
If you have changed the ignition, you have changed the key, right?
did you have changed and the chip from the original key into the new one?
There are no self programming procedures for a 2009 Mini Cooper. The best solution is call a few local automotive locksmiths and see if they have the tools to program this. You can save a little money by ordering a Mini Cooper Key Fob Replacement online.
It is likely that you have a wire rubbing on the body somewhere. This will intermittently short on the body and blow the fuse. You are going to need to search the wiring the find where the damage is and repair it. If you keep driving the problem is likely to get progressively worse as the wire gets more damaged.
Sorry can't help with the location of the starter relay, perhaps it isn't fitted with one. Lots of cars weren't.
Perhaps the starter switch is defective?
Perhaps the immobiliser isn't being disarmed?
If you try the window button and hear just a click from the inside of the door - the motor is fine! Problem is in the contacts of the switch that registers if the windows is all the way up. Try this method for quick fix from video below (I know crazy right? But this worked for me).Long term fix - open the door, get the motor connector and use contact cleaning spray on it to restore connection. A lot of mini electrical issues come from corroded connectors
If you try the window button and hear just a click from the inside of the door - the motor is fine! Problem is in the contacts of the switch that registers if the windows is all the way up. Try this method for quick fix from video below (I know crazy right? But this worked for me).Long term fix - open the door, get the motor connector and use contact cleaning spray on it to restore connection. A lot of mini electrical issues come from corroded connectors
Has the car ever been hit from behind? Has the car ever had any work done on the boot? Does the lock sound like it's doing anything? Have you tried using the key? Have you tried the manual release under the back seat? Information like this really helps diagnose what the problem can be. It sounds like the actuator is disconnected from the lock mechanism; or it could be the power line going back to the lock has been disconnected or damaged; but the only way to find out is get it open and remove the inside panel so you can inspect the lock. Once you can see what it's doing fixing it should be easy.
First make sure you check all your fuses to make sure they are good, secondly make sure you check the fuses under the hood area and inside the auto, then lastly make sure you check the light solenoids for your car I think there is one for each there in a box under the hood. After doing this I am pretty sure you are going to find your problem but if not make sure you contact me back and I will help you track down the beast. Thanks for using FixYa we are glad to help any way we can. Mini Cooper Fuse Box Problems Car galleries
