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How to Set the Time on a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Clock

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Follow these step-by-step instructions to change the time on the small display of the instrument cluster in the Volkswagen Golf. First, get in the vehicle and turn the ignition key to position one to power up the instrument cluster. Next, rotate the left button counterclockwise to set the hour, then rotate it clockwise to set the minutes, as shown in the video.

Press the button again or wait a few seconds to exit the setting and save the changes!


Updated on 23 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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