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How to Replace the Key Battery in a Volkswagen Golf 7

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Key

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Replacing the battery inside the smart key of your Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (2012-2019) is undoubtedly one of the simplest tasks you can perform yourself. Furthermore, with the instructions in this guide, you will have no difficulties.

First, extract the physical emergency key and proceed to remove the rear cover. Next, locate the existing battery and remove it as well.

Insert the new CR2025 battery and refit the rear cover to complete the procedure.


Updated on 11 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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