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How to Set the Clock on the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Clock

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The clock displayed on the instrument cluster of the Volkswagen Golf can be adjusted by turning on the ignition, turning the key in the corresponding lock: once it is on, you can use the button located to the left of the cluster, right next to the clock.

Turning this button counterclockwise will change the hours, while turning it clockwise will change the minutes.

In this way, you can switch off the instrument cluster to confirm the change and check that the time has been set correctly with the new ignition.


Posted on 6 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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