How to Deal with a Water-Damaged Volkswagen Car Remote?
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Volkswagen car remote water damage treatment method is: 1. Step on the brake pedal and start the engine; 2. Press the car's one-button start, wait for all dashboard lights to illuminate, indicating the engine has started; 3. Press the top of the stalk located on the right side of the steering wheel and hold it for more than 5 seconds to initialize and reset the key. Volkswagen is a German automobile manufacturer based in Wolfsburg, Germany. The logo's VW stands for the first letters of its full name, resembling three V's made with the middle and index fingers, symbolizing the company and its products' victory. The Volkswagen brand group includes 8 brands: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Škoda, Bentley, Bugatti, Porsche, Scania, and MAN.
I've been driving Volkswagen cars for over ten years and have encountered my remote control getting wet several times. Once, during heavy rain, it fell into a puddle. I quickly opened the back cover to remove the battery to prevent a short circuit. I wiped off the surface water with a dry cloth and left it in a ventilated place to dry for a few days. Avoid using a hairdryer with hot air, as high temperatures can damage the components. If the buttons stop working, try reinserting the battery and pressing them—sometimes they can recover. If it doesn't work for a long time, there's a high chance of internal circuit corrosion, so it's best to visit a professional shop to replace or reprogram the remote to avoid the hassle of not being able to lock the car at a critical moment.
