BMW Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 LCI R60 USB/AV-IN Socket Plug 9264966

The Mini R55 R56 R57 LCI R60 USB AUX Socket is an original multimedia installation component designed for Mini models, enabling convenient connection of external audio sources and data storage devices. Thanks to its factory OEM design, the socket ensures stable integration with the factory audio system and maintains a cohesive interior appearance. This is a practical solution for drivers who want to preserve the functionality of factory equipment while using modern devices.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9264966
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9264966
• Substitutable numbers: 84109264966, 9264966, BG, 65209127687, 9127687
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the USB AUX Socket

The presented socket is a multimedia interface element that allows for the physical connection of portable devices to the audio system in selected Mini models. The USB and AUX connectors enable:

• playback of audio from external players, smartphones, or tablets,
• use of digital storage media via the USB port,
• preservation of factory ergonomics for multimedia system operation.

By using an original solution, compatibility with the vehicle's electrical system and proper cooperation with the factory radio and control modules are maintained.

Advantages of Using an Original Mini Socket

Choosing an original USB AUX socket for Mini translates into a range of practical benefits for daily vehicle operation. The component is specifically designed for R55, R56, R57 LCI, and R60 models, allowing for the preservation of factory mounting points and proper fit with the center console.

Key advantages include:

• factory fit for the interior – no need for panel or installation modifications,
• consistency with the original Mini audio system,
• preservation of aesthetics and operating ergonomics,
• the ability to restore full functionality of the factory multimedia interface after damage to the previous component.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The USB AUX socket is a low-voltage installation component designed for use within the vehicle's interior. The module's design allows for installation in its designated factory location, using original brackets and wiring harnesses. This typically limits the replacement process to removing the panel, disconnecting the old component, and connecting the new one.

The product is part of the original Mini components range, which promotes compatibility with other electrical system elements and minimizes the risk of communication issues between modules. The used condition indicates that the item has been previously operated but can still perform its function as a replacement part in the vehicle.

Application in Service and Audio System Upgrades

The USB AUX socket is suitable for both standard replacement of a damaged module and for restoring complete equipment in vehicles after modifications or repairs. For service work on the center console and multimedia system, using an original component helps maintain the functional and visual consistency of the entire system.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the multimedia area in your Mini and need other components from the same range, such as additional power modules, signal connectors, or control panels, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

Technical Support and Multimedia System Development

Selecting the right components for audio systems and onboard electronics is crucial not only for comfort but also for the overall reliability of the vehicle. For more extensive projects, including modifications to powertrains, braking systems, or suspension, it is worth familiarizing yourself with an analysis of the structural differences in sports versions of cars – this is described in more detail in the article Audi RS vs Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?, which illustrates the importance of proper part selection in advanced configurations.