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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First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
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if the button is pressed
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