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How to activate and deactivate the alarm system of the Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Checks and maintenance

Today we will discover the instructions that will allow us to activate and deactivate the anti-theft system of the Volkswagen Golf. First, we perfectly close the vehicle, including all the side windows; then we close the vehicle with the remote control to activate the anti-theft system, as shown in the video. In the case of activating the anti-theft system with the vehicle closed, it will be necessary to press the opening button for a couple of seconds to deactivate the alarm system; the vehicle's anti-theft system, if standard, is automatically activated when the vehicle is closed with the remote control.

Posted on 3 March 2025 by ScegliAuto

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