Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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not work if it does not contain a microchip or contains a chip that is
not coded, even if the key bit was cut correctly.
You can obtain additional or duplicate remote control vehicle keys
from authorized Volkswagen dealers, authorized Volkswagen
Service Facilities, and from certain independent repair facilities and
locksmiths which are qualified to make remote control vehicle keys.
Each vehicle key must be programmed by an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility in
order for it to work with your vehicle.
To find the nearest qualified independent repair facility, locksmith,
or Volkswagen dealer which can cut and code replacement vehicle
keys, call the VW Customer Care Hotline at 1-800-822-8987 or visit
http://www.vw.com and search for replacement keys.
Canadian customers can contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer
or Volkswagen Service Facility or call the Volkswagen Canada
Customer CARE Center at 1-800-822-8987.