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How to Open the Key Remote of a Volkswagen Golf 7

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

The procedure to open the key remote of a Volkswagen Golf 7 is very simple. In the video, a simple coin is used to lever on the edge of the casing to open it. Alternatively, any flat object can be used to insert into the side groove of the remote, specifically in the key slot. Take the key remote, press the button located at the top corner of the remote to release the metal key; at this point, insert any flat object, such as a coin, into the side groove of the casing and lever it to open the battery compartment.

Updated on 27 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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