How to Disassemble a Golf Car Key?

[DelNevaeh]

Volkswagen Golf is a compact family car model launched by FAW-Volkswagen in 1974. It is the model with the most varieties produced by Volkswagen and also the best-selling model of Volkswagen. There are 5 steps to disassemble a Golf car key: 1. Prepare the car key and disassembly tools: First, take out the dead car key and the disassembly tool screwdriver; 2. Press the button on the car key: Press the button on the car key, and the metal key will pop out; 3. Open the buckle: After the metal key pops out, you will see a buckle on the side. Open it to see the battery; 4. Disassemble the car key: Use the screwdriver to pry open a gap, then use your hands to pull it apart forcefully, and the key will split into two halves; 5. Disassemble the part of the key with the button: You will see a gap on the side, which can be opened with a screwdriver. It can be divided into three parts: a metal key, the second is the key battery, and the third is the key circuit board.

[MaryLynn]

Just disassembled a Golf 7 key the other day - the physical button version is quite simple. Insert a coin into the small groove at the bottom and rotate 90 degrees counterclockwise, then the battery cover will pop open. Note that the mechanical key is hidden inside the key body - when pulling it out, pinch the key ring part and pull outward, don't force open the shell clips. After replacing the CR2032 battery, remember to press and hold the unlock button for 10 seconds to reset.

[DeVera]

Once, while helping my neighbor fix her Golf key, she almost damaged the casing with a screwdriver. Actually, you should first find a small gap, like the edge of a button, and gently insert a fingernail or plastic pry tool, then slowly slide it around. Be careful not to lose the internal waterproof gasket. When reassembling, first snap the bottom into place, then press the top until you hear a click. Remember to wear anti-static gloves throughout the entire process!

[ReedMarie]

Golf Key Emergency Removal Method: After removing the key ring, flip it over to the backside. There is a thin slit below the VW logo. Insert two hard membership cards simultaneously into the left and right sides and gently pry, the upper cover will pop open instantly. Applicable to older key models before 2020, do not attempt this on the new touch-sensitive keys!

[BrynleeDella]

The physical key version of the Golf has three clips on the side, requiring the right angle to open it like an oyster. I use my left thumb to press the VW logo while gripping the key teeth with my right hand and rotating counterclockwise by 15 degrees. The internal anti-theft chip is glued to the back of the circuit board—avoid cleaning it with alcohol when dusting.

[DiHarley]

The new touch-sensitive key (with diamond-shaped buttons) is the most difficult to disassemble. First, use a hair dryer to heat the tail for 1 minute to soften the glue, then use a fingernail to pry along the thin edge near the charging port. Be careful not to disturb the multi-layer internal structure—if the orange emergency chip is displaced, it may trigger the vehicle alarm. It's recommended to prepare a TG0X-type button battery for replacement.