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How to replace the battery in the key remote of a Volkswagen Golf.

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Key

The selected tutorial video shows how to replace the battery of the remote key for a Volkswagen Golf 7 car. Take the car remote, press the button on it to release the mechanical key inside; at this point, open the rear cover of the casing using the side cavity. Once the rear casing is removed, you will easily have access to the battery compartment, so proceed to remove the exhausted battery by gently prying it out with a flathead screwdriver. Finally, proceed with the replacement by inserting the new battery.

Posted on 27 January 2026 by ScegliAuto

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