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How to Deactivate the Component Protection on a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Checks and maintenance

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Below are the instructions that will allow you to deactivate the component protection on a Volkswagen Golf when replacing with original spare parts. First, get inside the vehicle and start connecting your programming software to the OBD port of the vehicle; then select the make, model, and engine type, as illustrated in the video.

At this point, it will be possible to access the parameters of the control unit, following the guided procedure to remove the component protection (related to the multimedia system or the car radio).


Posted on 2 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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