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How to Replace the Key Battery of the Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5 - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Key

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If your Volkswagen Polo key has suddenly stopped working, don't rush to buy a new one, as the solution may be much quicker and more economical. Below, we will discover how to change the key battery.

First, press the metal button located at the top of the cover to release the emergency key. Next, insert a flat screwdriver or a simple coin into the side slot of the cover and fully open it. Finally, remove the old battery and replace it with a new one.


Updated on 16 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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