Here’s a step-by-step guide to opening a Volkswagen key fob to reach the battery within:
Remove the physical key from within the fob.
Find the seam between the lid and the base of the fob.
Get a flathead screwdriver into this seam and pry the two halves of the fob apart. You may want to wrap your screwdriver in tape to prevent scratching.
Replace the dead battery.
Snap the fob back together.
If you followed the above steps, your Volkswagen key fob should be back in action!
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