Always keep the remote control and key fob with button cell batteries out of the reach of children.
NOTICE
If the button cell battery is replaced incorrectly or a battery is unsuitable, it can damage the vehicle key.
Only replace drained batteries with new batteries in the same voltage, size, and specification.
Make sure the battery is facing in the right direction when inserting it.
If the battery cover cannot be closed, do not use the remote control.
The type of batteries used in the remote control of your vehicle key can contain perchlorate. This requires special handling. Observe all legal requirements
regarding the handling and disposal of these batteries ⇒ Disposal of old batteries and electronic devices. Volkswagen recommends having this service carried
out by suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Synchronizing a vehicle key
If the vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked using the vehicle key, synchronize the vehicle key or replace the button cell battery ⇒ Replacing the button cell battery
Synchronizing a vehicle key
1. Fold out the key bit or remove the emergency key.
2. If necessary, remove the cap from the driver's door handle ⇒ Locking the front passenger door and rear doors in an emergency .
3. Press the
button on the vehicle key.
4. Unlock the vehicle using the key bit.
5. Open the driver door.
If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft alarm system, the alarm will be triggered immediately ⇒ Anti-theft alarm system.
6. Switch the ignition on.
This completes the synchronization.
Troubleshooting
Vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked
Remote control is disrupted by objects, poor weather conditions or transmitters on the same frequency band close to the vehicle (e.g. cell phones), as well as by a
drained button cell.
The central locking switches off briefly to protect it from overloading.
1. Close the driver door.
Or: Synchronize the vehicle key ⇒ Synchronizing a vehicle key .
Or: Change the battery cell in the vehicle key ⇒ Replacing the button cell battery.
The indicator light is not blinking
If the indicator light in the vehicle key does not blink when you press one of the buttons, then the button cell battery in the vehicle key must be replaced.
You can get an additional or replacement vehicle key from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
“Keyless Access” with push-button start
Introduction
Keyless Access makes it possible to unlock and lock the vehicle without actively using the key. A valid vehicle key must be present within the vicinity of the vehicle t
use this function.
Unlocking or locking using Keyless Access
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