Mini Cooper S R55 R56 N14 1.6 174HP ECU Kit DME 7610009 CAS3 + 2 Keys Manual

Mini Cooper S R55 R56 N14 1.6 174HP ECU Kit DME CAS3 + 2 Keys Manual is a practical solution for workshops and users who need a coherent engine control electronics package. Thanks to the components being matched in one set and configured for a manual transmission, the product facilitates professional repair or replacement of the factory ECU in Mini vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7610009-2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7610009
• Substitutable numbers: 12147587549, 7587549, 12147631001, 7631001, 7610009, 0261201600, 0 261 201 600, 61356943834, 6943834
• Gearbox type: Manual
• Category: ECUs & Computer Modules

Purpose and configuration of the kit

The presented Mini Cooper S R55 R56 N14 1.6 174HP ECU Kit DME CAS3 + 2 Keys Manual is dedicated to Mini Cooper S R55 and R56 versions with the N14 1.6 174 HP engine, equipped with a manual transmission. The kit includes the engine control unit, the CAS3 module responsible for start authorization, and two matched keys, allowing it to be treated as a coherent powertrain electronics package.

This combination of components minimizes the risk of issues with the immobilizer, communication between modules, and the need for time-consuming key programming. For a workshop, this means faster service completion, and for the user, a more predictable repair process.

Benefits of using the complete Mini Cooper S R55 R56 N14 1.6 174HP ECU Kit DME CAS3 + 2 Keys Manual

Using a complete control package in a Mini Cooper S R55/R56 brings a number of practical benefits, especially in the case of major engine electronics failures:

• consistency of the engine control unit, CAS3 module, and keys in one set,
• reduction of problems with immobilizer synchronization and starting,
• facilitation of diagnostic and adaptation work on the vehicle,
• possibility of restoring the correct operation of the powertrain after the failure of the original controller.

With this kit, you can recreate the logic of the factory engine control system in a controlled manner, maintaining the characteristics of the N14 unit and proper cooperation with the manual transmission.

Application in workshop practice

In a professional Mini service, such a kit will prove particularly useful in situations where the original controller has been damaged, there are problems with the CAS3 module, or keys have been lost. Having a complete set of components allows you to:

• speed up the diagnostic process – it is easier to distinguish mechanical faults from control problems,
• reduce the time required for programming and key matching,
• maintain the consistency of electronic configuration within a single vehicle.

For a Mini Cooper S user, this means the ability to restore the car's efficiency without the need to source individual modules from different suppliers, which often generates additional costs and the risk of incompatibility.

Characteristics as a used ECU module

As an item from the Electronic control modules and controllers category, this kit is a sensible choice for those looking for original electronics at a more favorable price than new components. Used ECU controllers and CAS3 modules, when properly selected and installed, allow for maintaining the factory operating logic of the systems and the high performance of the power unit.

If you want to better understand how to safely choose used engine controllers and other electronic modules, it is worth checking out the Global Parts guide: Used automotive electronics on board – why is it worth choosing second-hand ECU modules and sensors?.

Expanding electronics upgrades in Mini

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as controllers, comfort modules, or additional ECU units, check out the available parts in the Mini electronic control modules and controllers category.