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Good advice from sundog kid , ,,, you will also need the radio code it is ususlly lost while changing battery, There are code keeper kits that plug into the cigarette lighter for example that retain the radio code (if unknown) . ie two wire power feed into lighter assy from slave battery. Worst case senario VW dealership will have radio code ,,, for a small fee ! !

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No, it is quite easy - remove battery cover by appyling pressure on the covers latches. you will need a ratchet and extension to loosen the battery grip at the bottom of the battery tray, I believe its a 14 mm socket.

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