On this page, I’ll show you how to replace the battery in your Volkswagen GTI key fob.
To quickly see which battery you need to buy, check the table below. If you click on the battery associated with your device, a link will take you to Amazon, where you can buy that battery for a great price.
For a video tutorial on how to change your key fob’s battery, scroll down and find the video with your key in the thumbnail. Click the play button. The video will show you the step-by-step process, which is simple and should take you under five minutes.
For other Volkswagen models, see our Volkswagen key fob battery page.
| PICTURE | KEY | YEARS | BUY BATTERY |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Flip | 2015 - 2018 | Check on Amazon |
  | Standard | 2010 - 2017 | Check on Amazon |
 | Standard Alternate | 2006 - 2011 | Check on Amazon |
How to replace the Volkswagen GTI “Standard” key fob battery (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017)
Watch the video below for a step-by-step tutorial on how to change the battery in your key fob.
What you will need:
- 1x CR2032 battery
- Small flat-head screwdriver
This is the battery you need for the Volkswagen GTI “Standard” key fob:
- IN THE BOX: 4-pack of CR2032 3 volt lithium coin cell batteries; replacement for BR2032, DL2032, and ECR2032
- DEVICE COMPATIBLE: Ideal for watches, calculators, key fobs, Apple TV remotes, and other small electronics
- DESIGNED TO LAST: 8-year leak-free shelf life
How to replace the Volkswagen GTI “Flip” key fob battery (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
Watch the video below for a step-by-step tutorial on how to change the battery in your key fob.
What you will need:
- 1x CR2025 battery
- Flat-head screwdriver
This is the battery you need for the Volkswagen GTI “Flip” key fob:
- Energizer 2025 Lithium Coin Battery
- Delivers long-lasting, dependable performance in specialty devices like heart rate monitors, remotes, keyless entry systems, glucose monitors, toys, and games.Operating temperature:-30C to 60C
- Holds power for up to 10 years in storage, ensuring you have Lithium Coin Batteries ready when you need them
How to replace the Volkswagen GTI “Standard Alternate” key fob battery (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011)
Watch the video below for a step-by-step tutorial on how to change the battery in your key fob.
What you will need:
- 1x CR2032 battery
- Small flat-head screwdriver
https://youtu.be/ih8TGU9As5w
This is the battery you need for the Volkswagen GTI “Standard Alternate” key fob:
- IN THE BOX: 4-pack of CR2032 3 volt lithium coin cell batteries; replacement for BR2032, DL2032, and ECR2032
- DEVICE COMPATIBLE: Ideal for watches, calculators, key fobs, Apple TV remotes, and other small electronics
- DESIGNED TO LAST: 8-year leak-free shelf life