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How to update the navigation software in the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 8, MK 8, Golf Viii - Years 2019-2026
Part: Checks and maintenance

To update the operating system software of the Volkswagen Golf, you need to turn on the instrument panel to access the menu displayed in the centre of the instrument cluster: here, select the "Setup" option. This will open a screen where you can select "System Information" and then "Software Update" in the bottom left: this will search for available updates, which will be downloaded and installed. At the end of the procedure, you can turn off the instrument panel.

Updated on 18 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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