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How to Set the Clock on a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Clock

To set the clock on a Volkswagen Golf, turn on the instrument panel by turning the key in the ignition switch: once it is on, you can use the button located to the left of the panel, right next to the clock. By turning this button counterclockwise, you can change the hours; conversely, turning the button clockwise will allow you to change the minutes. This way, you can turn off the instrument panel to confirm the change and check that the time has been correctly updated with the new settings.

Updated on 16 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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