Mini Cooper R55 R55N R56 LCi R60 R61 Front Interior Roof Map Light 3422623

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Mini Cooper R55 R55N R56 LCi R60 R61 Front Interior Roof Map Light is an original electrical component from the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, designed for installation in the front interior of Mini vehicles. It provides uniform, comfortable cabin illumination, improving the visibility of cockpit elements and daily convenience, especially after dark.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3422623-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3422623
• Substitutable numbers: 61313455630, 3455630, 61313422623, 3422623, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and function of the Mini interior roof light

The presented light is designed for installation in the front part of the interior, in the headliner area, where it serves as the main cabin lighting for the driver and passenger. Thanks to precisely selected optics and stable mounting, it ensures:

• clear illumination of the area around the center console and front seats,
• convenient use of switches and control elements at night,
• a consistent look with the factory Mini interior finish.

As an element from the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, the light works with the vehicle's electrical system and interior lighting control system, reacting to door opening or manual activation by the user.

Compatibility with Mini R55, R56, R60, R61 models

This version of the light has been designed specifically for the Mini R55, R56, R60, and R61 platforms, which translates into a proper fit of the shape, connectors, and mounting points. As a result:

• installation is straightforward, without the need for wiring modifications,
• the aesthetics of the factory headliner finish are maintained,
• the interior lighting control system operates according to the manufacturer's specifications.

Proper compatibility with specific Mini generations reduces the risk of fitment issues and eliminates the need for non-factory solutions.

Technical characteristics and installation in the front cabin area

The interior roof light is a component installed in the front zone of the interior, which is important for both ergonomics and safety. Positioning in this area allows for:

• easy access to lighting switches for the driver and passenger,
• effective light distribution across key cockpit zones,
• integration with other control elements in the headliner.

As an electrical component from the control group, the light works with door sensors and the interior power system, enabling automatic switching on and off of the light according to the logic applied in a given Mini model.

Condition, origin, and advantages of using a used part

The offered light is a used part, sourced from a dismantled Mini vehicle, which allows for maintaining the original character of the interior and consistency with the factory electrical installation. Using an original element from the same model line ensures:

• compatibility with the wiring harness and factory connectors,
• the correct color and texture of the headliner material,
• preservation of the original functionality of switches and lighting controls.

For many Mini users, especially in the case of model years already considered youngtimers, choosing a used cabin light is a reasonable compromise between costs and maintaining the vehicle's originality.

Support for selection and expansion of the control zone in the Mini interior

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the lighting control zone and electrical elements in your Mini interior and need other components from the same group, such as control modules, function buttons, or additional switches, check out the available parts in the Mini Switches, control elements and ignition locks category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using used, original components in premium segment cars and want to better understand how such elements affect service costs and the preservation of factory quality, it is worth reading the article Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling, which discusses practical aspects of choosing second-hand components.

For owners of models from the 1998–2012 period, including Mini, additional information on refreshing the interior and electrical systems using components from dismantling is provided in the entry The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 period, describing modernization scenarios and the most frequently asked questions by users.