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How to Disable the Alarm System on Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R - Years 2009-2017
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this short guide, we’ll see the instructions to enable and disable the alarm system on the Volkswagen Polo in simple steps. First, open the driver’s side front door and check for the button that allows you to disable the alarm system, located at the bottom of the side pillar (below the seatbelt); pressing the button will disable the alarm system, conversely, it will activate the system. The alarm button may not be present on all trims of this model.

Posted on 15 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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