Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Replacing the battery
Fig. 25 Vehicle key: opening the battery case cover
Fig. 26 Vehicle key: removing the battery
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Volkswagen recommends having the battery changed by a qualified workshop.
The battery is located on the rear side of the vehicle key underneath a cover.
Replacing the battery
- Fold out the key bit of the vehicle key .
- Remove the cover on the rear of the vehicle key in the direction of the arrow using a suitable object, e.g. a coin .
- Using a suitable thin object, lever the battery out of the battery compartment .
- Insert the new battery as shown and push it into the battery compartment against the direction of the arrow .
- Fit the cover as shown and push it onto the vehicle key housing against the direction shown by the arrow until it engages.
NOTICE
- The vehicle key can be damaged if the battery is not changed properly.
- Unsuitable batteries can damage the vehicle key. Replace discharged batteries only with new batteries of the same voltage rating, size and specification.
- Ensure that the battery is fitted the right way round.
Dispose of discharged batteries in accordance with regulations governing the protection of the environment.
The battery in the vehicle key may contain perchlorate. Please comply with any legal requirements and regulations when handling and disposing of these batteries.
Indicator lamp in the vehicle key
Fig. 24 Indicator lamp in the vehicle key
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings If a button on the vehicle key is pressed briefly, the
indicator lamp (ar ...
Synchronising the vehicle key
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings It may no longer be possible to lock or unlock the vehicle
with the remote control if the button
is pressed ...
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Smooth pipe with a diameter or 5x1 mm or 6x1 mm can be
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Cut damaged section at right angles out of smooth pipe which
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Select the appropr ...
Checklist
Always carry out the following actions for changing a bulb in the
given order :
Park the vehicle on a firm and level
surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic.
Switch on the electronic parking brake
Braking, stopping and parking Brakes Parking .
Turn the light swit ...
