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Opening the Key Fob and Replacing the Battery for a Volkswagen Golf 7

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

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Today, you will learn how to open the key fob and replace the battery for a Volkswagen Golf 7 in simple steps. First, take your key fob and gently pry off the rear cover from the sides, as shown in the video; then, remove the old battery using something thin.

Now, replace it with a new one of the correct type (in this case, a CR 2025 3V); insert it the right way round and snap the rear cover back onto the fob, as shown in the video!


Updated on 2 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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