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How to adjust the time in the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Clock

In this tutorial, we can see how to adjust the time in a Volkswagen Golf, a very simple and quick operation to perform, for example, after disconnecting the battery or when switching to daylight saving time. First, let's go inside the cabin, then insert the key and turn on the instrument panel. Next, locate the button on the left side of the dashboard, turn it counterclockwise to adjust the hour, and turn it clockwise to adjust the minutes. By holding the button in position, it will be possible to scroll through the various values more quickly.

Posted on 28 November 2025 by ScegliAuto

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