How to Set the Time for the 2010 Volkswagen Lavida?

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MacArabella
07/28/25 8:24pm
Press and hold the button on the left side of the dashboard to enter the time setting mode. The hour will start flashing; adjust it using the right button. Then press the left button again to set the minutes. After setting, turn off the key once. Here is some information about the 2010 Volkswagen Lavida: The 2010 Lavida model comes in 1 variant, featuring a 1.4T engine with 1 displacement option and a dual-clutch transmission. The engine delivers a maximum power of 96.0 kW, maximum horsepower of 131 PS, and maximum torque of 220.0 N·m. The vehicle dimensions are 4608×1743×1465 mm.
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DiAnthony
08/12/25 12:07am
I’ve been driving this 2010 Lavida for ten years, so I know the time-setting routine inside out. Look for the button labeled ‘SET’ on the center console radio panel. First, press and hold it for about three seconds until the time digits on the screen start flashing. Then, use the left and right arrow keys on the radio to adjust the hour. Once set, quickly press ‘SET’ again to make the minutes flash, and use the arrows to adjust them. Finally, press ‘SET’ to save. Manually adjusting older cars is a bit tedious—if the battery dies, you’ll have to redo it. I recommend doing this when the car is parked, not on the highway—safety first. Keep an eye on the dashboard clock and adjust it whenever it’s off.
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DelMadison
09/30/25 7:13am
Tested and proven effective by Lavida owners! Adjusting the time on the 2010 model is super easy. Sit in the car without starting the engine, just power it on. Locate the round 'SET' button on the center console audio panel, press and hold it firmly for five seconds without releasing until you see the clock display flashing, then let go. Use the left arrow with a minus sign to adjust the hours and the right arrow with a plus sign to adjust the minutes. Briefly press 'SET' to confirm each adjustment. Last time my battery was replaced and the time reset to zero, I had it fixed in just three minutes. Note that this car doesn't automatically sync with GPS time, so remember to manually readjust when traveling long distances across time zones, especially for owners who rely on navigation timing.
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