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How to Replace the Key Battery in a Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Key

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Replacing the remote battery in a Volkswagen Golf is very simple; let's see how to proceed in this tutorial. For this operation, you only need a small flathead screwdriver and a replacement CR2032 battery.

First, extend the emergency key by pressing the appropriate button, then insert the screwdriver tip into the indicated slot and, leveraging, split the remote into 2 parts. Take the lower part, open the rear cover, and remove the battery.

Insert the replacement with the positive terminal facing upwards.


Updated on 2 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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