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How to Replace the Remote Battery of the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Key

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To replace the remote battery of the Volkswagen Golf, press the button located on the top of the device. This will allow you to lift the key blade so you can lever it out of its housing.

Doing this will detach the panel on the back of the remote to access the underlying battery. The new battery can now be inserted into its housing, allowing you to close the remote with the panel.

This way, you can check that everything functions correctly.


Posted on 14 November 2026 by ScegliAuto


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