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How to replace the battery of the Volkswagen Golf 4 key

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

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To replace the small battery located inside the key of your Volkswagen Golf Mk4 on your own, simply read the following guide and follow all the steps described. First of all, make sure you have a CR2032 battery available, then use a flat screwdriver to easily remove the back part of the cover.

Then locate the battery holder and remove it as well to have free access to the exhausted battery. Finally, replace the exhausted battery with the new one and reassemble the back cover.


Posted on 20 February 2025 by ScegliAuto


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