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What to do if the Volkswagen Golf remote control does not work?
Years 2008-2012

Answer

If the remote does not respond to commands, first try removing the battery. Then cause a capacitive discharge by pressing any button on the remote control for five seconds with the battery removed. Then reinstall the new battery and try to use it.
Posted on: 20 November 2022 by ScegliAuto

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