With the door unlocked see if the outside handle cable is operating correctly.
How to replace mini cooper door lock actuator.
Now you can replace the actuator fixing bolts through the door.
On the back of the door handle.
How to remove the door lock on a 2003 mini cooper when there is no existing key.
Remove the three screws around the door handle.
Step 2 remove the door lock actuator.
Labor costs are estimated between 154 and 195 while parts are priced at 223.
2001 2006 mini cooper lock actuator replacement step 1 door panel.
With the screws removed you will need to pry the panel off of the door using a prybar or flathead screwdriver.
Use the manual push rod to lock and unlock the door.
How to replace door lock actuator step 1 remove the door panel.
Thread the manual lock push rod back through the grommet and insert the end into its clip in the actuator.
You should be ready to manually test the lock to be sure the cables are functioning.
The average cost for a mini cooper door lock actuator replacement is between 377 and 418.
This low cost method works great and can be done on many cars.
Remove the three screws around the central cross bar of the door panel.
This is easily done by prying it off.
You will probably find it easiest to refix the external bowden connector before you actually bolt the actuator to the door.
The first step is to remove the door handle and speaker cover.