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How do you reset the alarm system? - 1997 Volkswagen Jetta

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Key in drivers door,turn to unlock/hold over for 30 secs(windows will go down).then lock/hold key over for 30 secs(windows will go up/sunroof will close).then press/hold unlock button on remote for 30 secs.......alarm reset...if you aint got a remote(or two),with decent batteries,the system will NOT reset.

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