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How to replace the battery of the Volkswagen Golf key remote control

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 8, MK 8, Golf Viii - Years 2019-2026
Part: Key

Let's discover useful information on how to disassemble and replace the battery of the key remote for the Volkswagen Golf. First, take the remote in hand and start by removing the physical key from inside it; lever the side slot to remove the plastic cover, thus accessing the battery compartment, as shown in the video. At this point, remove the battery and replace it with a new one, of the correct type and with the same code; insert it in the correct direction and finally reassemble the cover and the physical key, verifying the functioning of the commands!

Posted on 4 August 2025 by ScegliAuto

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