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Does the R53 have an IBS unit?
Does a 2006 Mini Cooper S need to be programmed after battery replacement, or go to the dealer?
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If it has an intelligent battery sensor (IBS), yes. The battery has to be registered.
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I do not believe the R53 has an IBS unit. Those units came on the 2nd gen R56 MINI.
MINI Cooper R56 Battery and Connection Notes Replacement (2007-2011) | Pelican Parts DIY Maintenance Article |
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