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How to Replace the Remote Battery on a Volkswagen Golf

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

Replacing the flat battery in a Volkswagen Golf is a very simple and quick operation; let’s see how to proceed in this tutorial. Start by extending the emergency metal key by pressing the designated button, then unlock the rear cover by inserting the tip of a screwdriver into the indicated slot and prying it open. Once unlocked, open it completely and proceed to replace the battery with an equivalent model, CR2025 3V. Insert the replacement battery, ensuring the correct polarity, with the positive terminal facing upwards.

Updated on 31 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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