Is there a way to have the door locks unlock when you turn the car off?

 

Yes, it needs to be programmed by the dealer, a shop with the programming capability, or by getting the program and connector to do it yourself. There are several convenience options to customize your MINI. Unfortunately, you need a computer to change them unlike the later generations. If you don't do it yourself make sure you know all options you want to change to get the most out of the programming because they usually charge a minimum of .5-1.0 hours of labor time.

 

I have the connector to hook my laptop to the car. Is 2010 the same as in the dealer has to do it? I ask because my wifes mini is a 2010. Mines a 05 S

 

The 2010 should be able to change the locks through the instrument cluster along with other options.

Here's a list of options from an old post, #6:

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...tml#post614976

and another in post #2:

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...tml#post283878

Not sure how complete the lists are. I think you can program other stuff with NCS Expert that the dealer wouldn't change. Just make sure you know what you're doing with the NCS Expert because you can possibly brick your body control module or other expensive modules.

 

What program do I need for my 05? I have a cable and program from BCABLES.COM. I used it to do a cvt adaption on my first mini.