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Replacing the Battery in the Volkswagen Golf 7 Remote

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

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Press the designated button to release the remote key. This will free up space to insert a flathead screwdriver (not a spoon, as shown in the video) and lever it to remove the remote's cover. Now, using a (small) flathead screwdriver, pry under the sought-after battery to extract it from its housing.

Insert the new battery you purchased (easily found in large supermarkets or hardware stores) and reassemble the remote by reversing the steps. Test the remote's functionality.


Updated on 15 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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