Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 N12 120HP Petrol Engine ECU Kit DME 7573701 CAS3 Key

Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 N12 120HP Petrol Engine ECU Kit DME CAS3 Key for Mini Cooper R55, R56, R57 with the N12 120 HP petrol engine is a practical solution for workshops and users who need a verified engine electronics package. Thanks to the factory configuration for the N12 120 HP petrol unit, the kit allows for a technically correct repair of the control system without the need to source individual components separately. This is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged ECU or during advanced diagnostic work.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7573701-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 12147589972
• Substitutable numbers: 7573701, 7589972, 12147589972, 7572264, 12147572264, 7572276, 12147572276, 7572256, 12147572256, 7572260, 12147572260, 7620005, 12147620005, 7572270, 12147572270, 7620001, 12147620001, 7572268, 12147572268, 7620076, 0261201775, 0 261 201 775, 61356943822, 6943822
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Category: ECUs & Computer Modules

Purpose and function of the ECU DME CAS3 kit

The offered set includes an engine control module (ECU DME) along with a CAS3 module and a matched key, designed for the Mini Cooper R55, R56, and R57 with the 120 HP N12 petrol engine. In practice, this means a cohesive package of components responsible for controlling the powertrain, start authorization, and communication with the immobilizer system. A set configured in this way from the Electronic control modules and ECUs category minimizes the risk of compatibility issues between individual components and facilitates the restoration of proper powertrain operation after an electronics failure.

Benefits of using a complete kit

Using a ready-made Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 N12 120HP Petrol Engine ECU Kit DME CAS3 Key brings a number of practical service benefits:

• consistency of components responsible for engine control and vehicle security,
• reduction of problems with immobilizer and key matching,
• simplification of adaptation and configuration procedures in the vehicle,
• possibility of effective repair after damage to the original engine controller. For workshops specializing in the Mini brand, such a kit is a convenient solution that allows for reduced diagnostic and installation time while maintaining the factory logic of the control system.

Technical characteristics and compatibility

The presented kit is intended for vehicles with a petrol engine, which is crucial when selecting control electronics. The DME controller works with the 120 HP N12 unit, managing parameters such as injection, ignition, and monitoring basic engine protection functions. The CAS3 module is responsible for start authorization and communication with the key, which is essential when replacing the set after a failure or issues with the immobilizer. The product comes from the Mini brand and belongs to the Electronic control modules and ECUs group, which facilitates its identification in parts catalogs and integration with other vehicle systems.

Product condition and use in service practice

The Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 N12 120HP Petrol Engine ECU Kit DME CAS3 Key is a secondary market item, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new components. This type of solution is often chosen for vehicle repairs where the engine controller has been damaged, there are issues with the CAS module, or communication with the key has been lost. To better understand when choosing a used engine controller and other electronic modules makes sense, it is worth reading our guide: The second life of electronics – when is it worth choosing used engine controllers, comfort modules, and parking sensors?. The article discusses the practical aspects of selecting dismantled electronics and points out what to look for when purchasing.

Expanding work in the area of Mini electronics

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional controllers, management modules, or auxiliary systems, check out the available parts in the Mini Electronic control modules and ECUs category.