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How to Program the Remote Control for the Volkswagen Golf 7

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Key

In today's video tutorial, you will learn how to program the remote control for the Volkswagen Golf 7. In addition to the remotes to be programmed, you will need two keys for the vehicle, one to insert into the ignition and one for the door lock. Position the ignition key to the on position (ignition on, engine off); turn the key in the door lock to the open position and hold this position for about 10 seconds until a beep is heard; at this point, release the key, press the unlock button on the remotes to be programmed (a beep will confirm the unlock signal), and turn the key in the door lock again for another 10 seconds until the beep. Then turn off the ignition and check the operation of the remotes.

Updated on 26 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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