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When and How to Replace the Battery on a Volkswagen Golf

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

This guide explains how and when to replace the battery on a Volkswagen Golf, following the instructions below. Replace the battery as soon as the vehicle starts to have difficulty starting the engine; it's advisable to check the voltage of the battery with a tester. Open the bonnet and start by unscrewing the two fixing screws of the battery terminals (positive and negative) using a 10 mm socket; then unscrew the bracket screw with a 13 mm spanner located at the bottom to remove and replace the battery with a new one.

Updated on 16 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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