Why can't the Volkswagen car key be remotely controlled after replacing the battery?

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VanJessica
07/30/25 10:36am
Volkswagen car key cannot be remotely controlled after replacing the battery because it has not been re-matched. Insert the remote key, turn it to the "II" position, and then quickly return it to the "0" position. Repeat this process 4 times, then quickly remove the key. Press any button, such as the unlock button, for 4-5 seconds until you hear a "beep" sound from inside the car. The key encoding is now complete. Below are the steps to replace the car key battery: Remove the mechanical key: First, remove the mechanical key from the Haima car key to locate the shell clasp of the vehicle key. Open the car key shell: Use a screwdriver to pry open the shell clasp of the Haima car key. Prepare a battery of the same model: Prepare a button battery that matches the original battery model. Replace with a new battery: Next, remove the original battery from the Haima car key and replace it with the new one. Reassemble the car key: Finally, snap the shell of the Haima car key back into place.
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