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How to Set the Time and Date on the Volkswagen Passat B8

Model: Volkswagen Passat B8, 3G, MK 8 - Years 2014-2023
Part: Clock

Learn how to set the date and time on a Volkswagen Passat: sit in the driver's seat and turn on the instrument panel. To update the time, use the two buttons located on the dashboard, to the left under the rev counter, labelled "h" and "min". For the date, use the rocker switch located at the top of the windscreen wiper control lever, marked "trip" to bring up the main menu on the central display. Select "Setup" and confirm with the button below the wiper lever. Select "date", confirm, and on the next screen, you can choose which item to modify. Set the correct values and return to the main menu by selecting "back".

Updated on 21 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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