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How to Program the Remote and Key of the Volkswagen New Beetle

Model: Volkswagen New Beetle 9C, MK 2 - Years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Key

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In this short guide, we will go through the necessary instructions to program the key and remote of the Volkswagen New Beetle. To program the key, you need to use a specific programming tool, which must be connected to the vehicle's OBD port; in this case, you also need to have the second key, already programmed and functional, on hand.

At this point, follow the guided procedure, disconnecting the tool at the end of the process and checking the operation of the key and remote, following the video tutorial until the end!


Posted on 17 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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