Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Replacing the battery
Fig. 21 Vehicle key: opening the battery case cover
Fig. 22 Vehicle key: removing the battery
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Volkswagen recommends having the battery changed at a Volkswagen dealership or by a qualified workshop.
The battery is located on the rear side of the vehicle key underneath a cover.
Changing the battery
- Fold out the key bit of the vehicle key .
- Pull up the cover on the rear side of the vehicle key in the direction of the arrow .
- 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 a discharged battery only with a new battery 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. 20 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 (arrow)
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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
...
Other materials:
Battery with Visual Indicator, Checking
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety
Precautions. Refer to
→ Chapter „Warnings and Safety Precautions“.
Perform Battery Checks in the Follo ...
Lower section of the centre console
Fig. 8 Overview of the lower section of
the centre console
Key for :
Lever for:
Manual gearbox
Automatic gearbox
Stowage compartment in the front centre
console
12-volt socket
Drink holder
Handbrake
Stowage compartment in the centre
armrest
...
Changing bulbs in the front headlights (halogen H7)
Fig. 180 Rear view of the
right-hand H7 front headlight: dipped beam ①, turn signal ②, and main beam and
side light ③
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
The actions should only be carried out in the speci ...
