I am building a standalone key fob charger for a 2009 R56 mini as the car is not driven long enough to charge the fobs. I obtained the ignition start/stop (part 61-35-9-299-332) unit from a junk yard and when I opened the unit there are wireless charger and magnetic reader coils inside. Now I am looking for a wiring diagram that describes the 14 pins that connect to the car's wiring harness, and what power is needed to get a key fob charged (I am assuming the unit converts DC to AC for wireless charging).
Please reply if you have any diagrams or information. Thanks

 

I can't offer any help but it's an interesting project. I'll be paying attention.

 

I "lost" one of my keys (2011 Cooper S) for about 3 months - tucked away in a pair of jeans I hadn't needed to use. Was wondering what would happen when inserted, but car started just fine with the found key. Seems even at 9+ years old the charge capacity is sufficient for a 3 month hiatus.

Actually, I should also mention it unlocked the car too. I saw somewhere that the rechargeable battery isn't needed to start the car - can someone confirm?

But inquiring minds want to know why you don't drive your MINI!

cheers
MacMini34

 

This is the closes I got for you https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/r...access/bqARCqC

 

I have a 08 R56, does it charge the key or what years does?