One of those stupid question --- unfortunately I don't have manual and new to a 2005 Mini S. The original owner lost 1 remote key and the owner's manual.
The key is discharged, the car sitting in my garage for 3 weeks and I have no time to visit MV dept to register.

I can't open the hatch using the discharged remote key. Is there a manual opener?
I tried to press the opener at the back (top of the license plate) but will not open.

 

yes, there should be a release cable under the middle of the rear seat. pull it and the hatch will pop.

 

Try using the unlock toggle... Then outside.....if that does not work there is the "emergency release cable" as previously stated under the seat.

 

Ok---I know the cable release now but what is that "unlock toggle"
Where is that located?

Thanks healey and zippy

 

The unlock switch in the middle bank of switches where your window up/down dsc front/rear fog lights switches are.

:D

 

A quick google search will get you a PDF version of the manual. There is also a helpful unoffiocal version with some tips and tricks...it's bookmarked on my other computer .
But I'm sure someone on this board will point you towards it!

 

Some fun/useful info....and a good laugh
TELAMOM: The Even Less Authorized MINI Owner's Manual.


http://www.sjbaker.org/telamom/


still tring to find the link to the PDF manual...MINI usa might have it....

 

minimania has all the owners manuals in pdf

http://www.minimania.com/pdfile/2005...IAllModels.pdf

 

The remote has a rechargable battery and recharges when in the ignition.

 

Thanks capt & Rg
I printed the owners manual. Very nice.

You guys have a site for service manual too ???

 

Bently's is the best....about 90$....would be great if it was free!!