Get Vehicle key Guide for Volkswagen California Van Fourth Generation (2024-2025)

Functions of the vehicle key

Buttons on the vehicle key

Lock the vehicle.

Unlock the vehicle.

Unlock only the boot lid.

Press briefly: Unlock the boot lid. Press and hold: Open the boot lid (→ Boot lid, mechanical).

Press briefly: Unlock the vehicle. Press and hold: Open the boot lid (→ Boot lid, electric).

Unlock the luggage compartment and lock the driver’s cab (→ Load compartment closing).

Open the right electric sliding door (→ Sliding door, electric).

Open the left electric sliding door (→ Sliding door, electric).

Single door unlocking

The single door unlocking function can be activated and deactivated via the Infotainment system.

Replacement key

You will need to quote the vehicle identification number when ordering a replacement key or additional vehicle keys.

Each new key contains a microchip which must be encoded with the data for the vehicle’s electronic immobiliser. A

vehicle key will not work if it contains an unencoded microchip. The same applies for keys that have been cut to fit

the vehicle.

New vehicle keys are available from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle dealerships or from qualified workshops and

authorised key services which are qualified to manufacture these vehicle keys.

WARNING

Careless or unsupervised use of the vehicle key can lead to accidents or injuries.

● Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle. Children or unauthorised persons could

lock the doors, start the engine, or switch on the ignition and operate electrical equipment such as the electric

windows.

● Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle. They could become trapped in the vehicle

in an emergency and may not be able to get themselves to safety. Locked vehicles may be subjected to very high

or very low temperatures, depending on the season. This can cause serious injuries and illness or fatalities,

especially for small children.

● Never switch off the ignition while the vehicle is in motion. The steering column lock may be activated and you

will no longer be able to steer the vehicle.

NOTICE

Every electrical vehicle key contains electronic components. Protect the key from damage, moisture and excessive

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vibration.

The regular use of convenience systems will reduce the service life of the button cell in the vehicle key, as will

other usage patterns.

Changing the button cell

Fig. 1 Vehicle key: Replacing the button cell.

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2

Cover.

Button cell.

This button cell can be changed by a suitably qualified workshop→

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1. Fold out the key bit on the vehicle key.

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2. Lever off the cover→ Fig. 1

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3. Lever the button cell out of the battery compartment→ Fig. 1

4. Press the new button cell into the battery compartment.

5. Press the cover onto the housing.

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DANGER

If you swallow a button cell, or if it enters your windpipe, it can cause serious or even fatal injuries within a very

short time due to choking or internal burns.

● Seek immediate medical assistance if you suspect that someone has swallowed a button cell.

● Always keep the remote control and key ring with button cells out of the reach of children.

NOTICE

The vehicle key may be damaged if the button cell is not changed correctly or if an unsuitable battery is used.

● Replace a discharged button cell only with a new button cell of the same voltage rating, size and specification.

● Pay attention to the correct polarity when inserting the button cell.

● Do not use the remote control if you cannot close the battery cover.

The type of batteries used in the remote control of your vehicle key may contain perchlorate. This may

require special handling. Please observe all the legal requirements regarding the handling and disposal of

these batteries. We recommend that you have this service carried out by a correspondingly qualified

workshop.

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Synchronising the vehicle key

If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with the vehicle key, synchronise the vehicle key or replace the button cell

(→ Vehicle key).

1. Fold out the key bit on the vehicle key.

2. Stand beside the vehicle.

3. Press the button on the vehicle key.

4. Unlock the vehicle using the vehicle key bit.

5. Switch on the ignition.

The synchronisation process is complete.

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Troubleshooting

Locking or unlocking not possible

The vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked.

1. Close all doors.

2. Check whether the sensor of the vehicle key is subject to interference, such as from obstacles or transmitters

close to the vehicle.

3. Synchronise the vehicle key (→ Vehicle key).

Or: the central locking system has switched itself off temporarily to protect the system against overloading.

1. Lock or unlock the doors manually .

Or: Lock or unlock the boot lid manually (→ Boot lid, mechanical).

2. If the fault persists, the system should be checked by a correspondingly qualified workshop.

The indicator lamp in the vehicle key is not working

1. Change the button cell in the vehicle key (→ Vehicle key).

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Vehicle key for Your Volkswagen California Van Fourth Generation (2024-2025)

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