Volkswagen Polo Quiz
Opening and closing

Replacing the battery

In this manual: Opening and closing
Vehicle exterior — 4Vehicle interior — 8Instrument cluster — 14Before setting off — 14Opening and closing — 35Sitting correctly and safely — 46Lights and vision — 26Transporting items — 29Practical equipment — 20Starting the engine, changing gear and parking — 34Driver assist systems — 18Air conditioning system — 8At the filling station — 14In the engine compartment — 24Vehicle care and maintenance — 66Practical tips — 2In an emergency — 5Manual opening and closing — 6Vehicle toolkit — 4Hubcaps — 4Changing a wheel — 9Breakdown set — 7Fuses — 4Changing a bulb — 13Starting the engine with jump leads — 4Tow-starting and towing — 7
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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.

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