Mini Cooper S R56 LCI N18 1.6 184HP ECU Kit DME + CAS3 + Keys 7648190 Automatic

Mini Cooper S R56 LCI N18 1.6 184HP ECU Kit DME + CAS3 + Keys is a factory electronic control module designed for the 1.6 N18 engine unit in the facelifted Mini R56 model. This component from the Electronic control modules and ECUs group is responsible for precise engine management, ensuring stable power characteristics and proper cooperation with the drivetrain. Thanks to its original design, the ECU maintains factory operating parameters and serves as the correct foundation for professional engine control system repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7648190-2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7648190
• Substitutable numbers: 7648190, 12147648190, 8652746, 12148652746, 8621260, 12148621260, 8610006, 12148610006, 7639421, 12147639421, 7643769, 12147643769, 0261S08557, 0 261 S08 557, 61359287535, 9287535
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: ECUs & Computer Modules

Purpose and function of the engine ECU

The presented control unit is dedicated to the 1.6 N18 petrol engine in the facelifted (LCI) Mini R56. Its task is to coordinate key engine operating parameters, such as fuel injection, ignition, and auxiliary equipment operation, ensuring the engine maintains proper performance under various load conditions. Using an original ECU allows for consistency with the vehicle's factory electronic architecture and reduces the risk of communication issues within the vehicle's network.

Integration with automatic transmission

This ECU model is prepared for operation with an automatic transmission, which is essential for the correct functioning of gear shift logic and driver assistance systems. A properly selected engine computer for an automatic version facilitates smooth gear shifts, stable idle speed, and predictable throttle response. As a result, the drivetrain operates coherently, and the ECU can correctly interpret signals from sensors associated with the transmission.

Benefits of using an original module

Using an original electronic control module in a Mini offers a number of practical advantages:

• preservation of factory engine and auxiliary equipment control logic,
• consistency with the electrical installation and other control units in the vehicle,
• ability to use factory diagnostic and adaptation procedures,
• reduction of the risk of communication errors in the vehicle network after installation.

For workshops specializing in the Mini brand, such an ECU provides a solid base for further configuration and potential programming according to the requirements of a specific vehicle. Proper matching of the module to the engine version and vehicle equipment is crucial for trouble-free operation.

Application in professional Mini service

In service practice, the engine control unit in the Mini R56 LCI with the 1.6 N18 unit is often used for repairs following electronic failures, vehicle network communication problems, or when replacing the engine with a unit of the same specification. A used OEM module allows for compliance with factory diagrams and facilitates diagnostic work using dedicated service tools. This solution is particularly valued in workshops that prioritize technically correct restoration of drivetrain efficiency.

Expanding knowledge and selecting parts

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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 engine controllers, engine management modules, or other electronic control systems, check the available parts in the Mini electronic control modules and ECUs category.