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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Volkswagen recommends having the battery in the remote control vehicle key changed by an author-
ized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
The battery is on the back of the remote control vehicle key under a cover
⇒
fig. 21
.
When changing the battery, pay attention to the correct polarity and use the same type of battery
⇒
.
Replacing the battery
x
Unfold the key bit on the remote control vehicle key,
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.
x
Remove the cover on the back of the remote control vehicle key in the direction of the arrow
⇒
.
x
Use a thin object to pry the battery out of the battery compartment
⇒
fig. 22
.
x
Position the new battery in as shown and press it into the battery compartment (opposite to direc-
tion of the arrow)
⇒
.
x
Position the cover as shown
⇒
fig. 21
and press it down (opposite to direction of the arrow) until
you hear it click into place.
NOTICE
x
Changing the battery improperly can damage the remote control vehicle key.
x
Using the wrong battery can damage the remote control vehicle key. Replace a dead battery
with a new one that has the same voltage, size, and specifications.
x
Make sure the plus and minus poles of the battery are correctly positioned.
Dispose of old batteries in an environmentally responsible manner and keep them out of the
reach of children.
Batteries of the type used in your remote control vehicle key may contain
Perchlorate Material
.
Special handling may apply – see http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Obey all legal
requirements regarding handling and disposal of these batteries. Authorized Volkswagen dealers and
authorized Volkswagen Service Facilities are familiar with the requirements, and we recommend that
you have them perform this service for you.
Synchronizing the remote control vehicle key
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
If the
0
button is pressed often while outside the operating range, it is possible that the vehicle cannot
be locked or unlocked anymore with the remote control vehicle key. Synchronize the vehicle key as
follows:
x
Unfold the key bit on the remote control vehicle key,
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.
x
Remove the cap from the door handle on the driver door,
Emergency closing and opening
.
x
Press the
0
button on the remote control vehicle key. Stand immediately next to vehicle while doing
so.
x
Manually unlock the vehicle using the key bit within 1 minute. The synchronization is complete.
x
Reinstall the cap.