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Why does the electric key of the Volkswagen Passat not work?
Years 2010-2014

Answer

The most likely thing when the electronic key fails is that the battery is dead. Try to change it, and in the meantime you can open and lock the car with the physical key inserted inside the remote control.
Posted on: 30 May 2022 by ScegliAuto

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