Fig. 18 Vehicle key
Fig. 19 Vehicle key with alarm button
Vehicle key
The key can be used to lock and unlock the car from a distance .
The remote control transmitter and the battery are integrated in the key. The receiver is located in the vehicle interior. The remote control range is several metres around the vehicle when the battery is fully charged.
If the vehicle cannot be opened and closed using the vehicle key, the vehicle key will have to be re-synchronised , or the battery in the key replaced .
Several vehicle keys can be used.
Opening and closing the key bit
Press button or to release the key bit and fold it out.
To fold in, press button ① and simultaneously fold in the key bit until it clicks into place.
Alarm button
Only press the alarm button in the event of an emergency. Once the button is pressed, the horn is sounded and the vehicle lights flash. Press the alarm button again to switch off the alarm.
Replacement key
You will need to quote the vehicle chassis number when ordering a replacement key or additional remote control keys.
Every new key contains a microchip which must be encoded with the data for the vehicle's electronic immobilizer. The vehicle key will not work if it is not fitted with a microchip, or if the microchip has not been encoded. The same goes for keys that have been cut to fit the vehicle.
New keys or replacement keys are available from Volkswagen dealerships or from qualified workshops and authorised key services that are qualified to manufacture these vehicle keys.
New and replacement vehicle keys must be synchronised before use. Go to a qualified workshop.
NOTICE
Stowage compartments in the front centre console
Fig. 94 In the centre console: stowage
compartment at the front
Fig. 95 In the centre console: stowage
compartment next to the handbrake lever
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
There is an open stowage compartment with lighting in the front centre con ...
Antenna Wires, Repairing
Aerial Cable Repair Set -VAS6720
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Repair Set, Aerial Cable -VAS6720-
Checking the Antenna Wire. Refer to
Replacing the Tool Head. Refer to
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A/C Pressure/Temperature Sensor -G395
Note
For switching pressures, removing and installing switches
and switch arrangement and version, see vehicle-specific
refrigerant circuit.
Refer to
→ Rep. Gr.87.
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