My wife's 2013 Passat driver door actuator went south this week after we just got the clockspring replaced under warranty. VW wanted to charge $630 to replace the actuator and bowden cable. I purchased replacement OEM parts myself (recyclers and eBay) and my grand total was $128. The only tools I had to buy was a triple square for my ratchet. I can confirm that water getting inside is a major culprit. We've had pretty constant freezing, warm, freezing, warm here in MO for the last 2 months and then with the polar vortex, the extreme cold has frozen the water inside it completely solid.
Great job! I had my door lock open/close micro switch fail on my '01 beetle several years ago. What a nightmare! It happened on a road trip too. Open the driver door and the interior lights did not come on. Raised cane w/the burg alarm too! The next nightmare was getting the latch out to repair it. I couldn't get it out w/o removing the whole window regulator system! Basically, gut the door. Then worry about breaking stuff like the little snap tabs on the trim and such. Anyway, I found that the switch was fine, it was that the back plane the switch was mounted to fatigued causing the switch plunger not to work! Somehow I managed to band aide the thing and it's still working to this day....most of the time! While I had everything apart, I cleaned and oiled the window regulator pulleys and slides. Window glides nice now. Whadda pain!
Hi and thanks for the video! You could also have said something about the how to fix “freezing failure” that seems to be really common in at least Passats in colder climates. Door won’t open, or won’t lock until warmed up etc. Some people see this is because the latch freezes (water ingress from window seal), and some people see it’s caused by moisture in the exterior or interior door handle bowden cables, which then won’t move (unlock) or move back (lock). Suggested fixes include liberal application of WD-40, windshield de-icer, or opening up the door and lubing latch and cables with white lithium grease. Looking forward to a video on this!
@@bretgtimk7968 Everywhere, like you always do with WD-40 😁 Seriously, if you suspect a cable problem you do have to get to the cables first, so the door panel needs to come off. WD-40 displaces moisture and loosens dirt, but it's not that great as a lubricant. That's why I was asking HumbleMechanic about what would be his recommendation for the best cable lubrication solution for the long term. Removing and reinstalling door panels is not something I want to do regularly.
I've replaced all four locks on a Passat. I got lucky with that pre tension spring, I just put the cable back in the door handle in roughly the same position it came out and they work fine. Always wondered what spring was for !
I don't understand how people can give a thumbs down to an informative video... maybe they meant thumbs down to / towards the latch failing, in any case, they should post the reason why! Thanks for the video Charles! Happy holidays and a great new year to you & your family!
***** HAHAH, that is exactly what I thought too. When I find a video I don't like, I just click away. No need to waste time on it. I hope that you and your fam have a wonderful holiday man. Glad to connect with ya. Cheers to 2015
2018 VW Atlas front passenger door electrical fault 105k miles. Bought one from a junkyard on ebay for $55. Replaced myself. Still very happy with my first VW since the 90s. Vehicle is awesome.
That lock/unlock madness at 15kp/h is currently driving me mad on my Amarok. Thanks for the video - it's been helpful to find out what is finally wrong with my door. Now to find out how much VW is going charge me to get it fixed...
I wish I had watched this video and some of the other diy videos before I spent $450 on replacement of the door lock mechanism. This is the 2nd time I have had to replace them. My issue was the locks continuously locking/unlocking when accelerating over 10mph. 1st time was covered by warranty, but this second time, a year later it was a different door so was no longer covered. Got it fixed at my dealership and less than a week later, the issue started again, but on another door! So, I'm assuming I will have to replace every door eventually. This time, I will trying to repair it myself...so frustrating!! Anyways, thanks for the informative video! 👍🏼
Hmm...I have a question about the Jetta Mk5. Are the actuators for the front and rear on the right side the same? And the ones on the left the same (front and rear)? I'm looking up parts online and it's only showing me front parts, but I have to replace one of the actuator's in a rear door...
Hey man. Love the videos. I'm learning a bunch and am better able to diagnose issues in my van as a result. For example, I recently bought a 2002 Eurovan MV and it had four lock related issues... 1) it came with 2 different keys and no remote entry key fob. 2) the power locks weren't working at all 3) while I could lock the driver's door, I couldn't unlock it manually with the key. and finally 4) the liftgate wouldn't lock. I checked the fuses and #14 on the lower level was blown so I swapped that and voila, the power doors locked... and then the fuse blew again, so there is probably a short in the wiring harness somewhere, but at least I know I don't need a bunch of $80 actuators. I bought a new genuine VW/Audi liftgate handle w/ tumbler, watched some vids and was able to rekey the driver's door and liftgate to match the ignition, passenger door and sliding door. So that's problem 1 and 4 completely sorted. And problem 2 narrowed down. That leaves 3. In rekeying the driver's lock I noticed that a previous owner replaced it with an aftermarket handle and cylinder.. it opens fine from both inside and out, it locks easily with the key, and the actuator works, but when I turn the key left to unlock it nothing happens... it feels like it catches very slightly and then nothing. Any suggestions? I don't want to buy a new handle if it is really an issue with the latch mechanism, and vice versa. Thanks in advance.
What about repairing it? Sounds like the most common issue is in soldering joints, that can be easily fixed by re-soldering them. Very informative video!
Thank you. Liked the info you presented in the video. Gave it a thumbs up. I recently bought a 2003 VW Jetta for my daughter. It's in pretty good shape for the most part but both rear doors don't open or close with the remote key. However when I touch them I can feel like they are trying to move when the buttons on the key remote are pressed. The drivers door actuator sometimes opens and closes with the remote but sometimes it only moves just a little, not enough to lock the door completely or open it completely.. When this happens (which is most of the time) we have to put and turn the key in the lock for it to open or lock. Sometimes to get it to open we have to turn it several times and it seems to be getting worse. The windows and lights work fine and there is no issue with the alarm. My question is do you think new actuators/locks are in order or could it just be in need of lubing?
Charles. Awesome video. I have an MK6 Golf variant which is based off the mk5. On occasions when opening the front right door won’t always open. You have to lock and unlock the car again and then you can usually get it open. Does this sound like symptoms of a failing mechanism?
This is a rip off. How can VW have such a failing locks on their cars. VW should replace the locks for free or do a recall and put new locks that works permanently. I am having similar issues and I am frustrated that I have to spend on a known fault of VW which they fail to address.
Aaron Gnanam Failed VW locks won't close. Failed Honda locks won't let you out of your car evwn when pulling both handles. Neither is made to last a lifetime, like everything else these days. My 02 GTI's failed in 2018. Not bad.
Thanks again humble ! Mine finally shit the bed in my 04 r32. Door ajar light is beeping at me nonstop, door light stays on. Intermittent locking with driver side using the keyfob. I got triple squares from when I replaced my hatch latch last year. Great content as always.
Help needed, i have an issues with mine. The lock is in deadlock, will not unlock from inside or out side. Even with the key Need to unlock the latch so i can open the door to remove the latch... 😮
Actually the main problem with them is the solder points at the plug which typically crack. Also, the mechanical switch on the mechanical portion of the module fails... Those are the 2 main fail points, NOT the specific switches on the circuit board.
Awesome video. Passat b5 saloon 1.8T 20V. vcds says "00928 - Locking Module for Central Locking; Front Driver Side (F220) 27-10 - Implausible Signal - Intermittent" . Exam question - accessing the CCM is easy, replacing the door lock is a big deal. three possible causes. bad ccm, bad wire, bad door lock actuator. how would you diagnose which of those 3 before acting
I had a 2006 Jetta and the door latch failed on the passenger side. I now have a 2020 Jetta and the door latch has failed on the passenger side. It is weird like the one you mention in the video. I locks the door every time I speed up (at least it engages, it doesn't actually lock it). I have to engage the manual lock and it stops this from happening but then I can't open the door from the outside. Thanks for the video.
Audi, too, Charles. My passenger front failed on Friday evening. 2008 Audi A4. It did last 16 years. I'm not looking forward to replacing module after module, but that's modern cars. My 2000 A4 was much simpler. I'm dreading getting a 2020's car.
Hi Charles, 2010 VW CC 2.0T Sport In June, Both rear door locks failed and both front headlamps failed too. The dealer fixed the left rear and right front headlamp now the right rear door and left headlamp failed. The problem with the doors is the same. They do not lock when I do with the fob, car, door etc. The alarm did not sound with left rear however it does sound when I lock now but rear right door does not lock. Any recommendation. I ordered the parts for the right rear and left headlamp. I will do them myself.
Thank You for doing an Exceptional Video(s). I ordered a new Cheap replacement and decided to yank mine apart. What I found (in my case) was the switch that tells the car if the door is open or not had failed. I carefully removed the switch and ohm'ed the contacts. In the Closed position sometimes it would not make contact. I cleaned the contacts (and checked the circuit board for bad solder joints). *My car would re-lock the doors and do weird stuff, maybe open the door and the Alarm would go off.
Do you happen to remember which contacts were the faulty ones in your case? And do you know what the resistance range needs to be on a functional switch? It's times like this that i wishi had access to the dealer datalink program for VW... I'm a heavy duty truck mechanic so at work when i get a truck with this type of malfunction i know i can get the answer immediately and fix the fault without a problem
You addressed the door latch mechanism and how it related to mechanical failure, but I’m curious about the electronic failure. In my case the trunk auto lock fob stopped working, then the inside door lock, then the fob for all doors stopped, and now the key in the door lock stopped as well. I am trying to figure out if they are all related?
Hi Charles, great vids! VW Golf MK5 owner, driver's door not locking using the fob. Having taken off the door skin, getting the the lock, I disconnected the power plug, attaching it to the new one. Using the fob/clicker to close the door and open, I did feel, or hear any movement from the new lock. I replaced the old one anyway. So the door still locks and opens manually with the key (opening all other doors automatically) as it did with the old lock. The door opens with the outside handle, and the inside without issue. You touched on possible problems, mentioning a broken pin in the actual plug connector. I'm technically minded with ability, but not a mechanic 😊 logically, given that I installed a new lock, if thinking it might be the socket. Any direction, or maybe a vid you've already done would be absolute magic, in the mystery. Or if anyone else has come across this before. Also when I open the door with key, the windows wind down! Carry on making the excellent vids Charles, inspiring and really helpful to the automotive community, us non DIY mechanics! 👍👍👍
Stephen Headley I’m having the same problem if I try to unlock or lock my two front doors with the key fab it doesn’t work. I have to manually lock or open them. Where did you buy the parts from?
I have an MK4 golf I bought and I've been having issues with my door it gets stuck at the Inn Between mode where it won't open or it won't close I replaced the latch and this is the first video I have about 20 I watched that talks about a preload. Now I still have to kick the door every once in awhile if I don't slam it closed or else it gets stuck in the in between so if it's stuck either going to climb out the window or you're going to kick the door kind of push it in a little bit more now I'm going to take it apart again and see if the preload was never set on that new unit I bought thank you
Yeah Charles! Going back to 2014 for this one, I'll tackling this (and a door seal leak problem soggy floor yuck) on my b6!! Thanks for the great info as always!
Tell me, there is a bora 2001. Doors won't open with key or alarm. With the key, the thrust rises and that's it, you release the key and it goes back. If I lower one glass, it falls by itself, just need to remove ducktape, then from the inside will I be able to open it or will it be like with a key, just raising the thrust, but without opening it?
The tension procedure you briefly mentioned, would this eliminate my annoying 2 step door opening procedure? I have to push on the door to hear a click, then I can operate the handle to unlatch the door. I have never had a car with so many door latching issues.
Thanks for posting this video! Quick question: the outer latch preload: the original factory module that I removed from my ‘03 Jetta did not have the preload set, and I did not set the preload when I installed a replacement module, and all seems to work fine. Is the preload an optional procedure? Just curious since like I said, mine was apparently not set in the original factory config.
I did not do the pre-load either on my OEM replacement driver's door latch, but I can't open the door after the initial fob unlock unless I hit the handle with the butt of my hand.
I have tried the Russian way today and it freaking worked . My driver side door is back to normal and locking with the key . All you have to do is tap on side of the door by the lock with a wrench or a small hammer by the bottom screw holding the lock to the door frame and you re just fine again but don't break it and blame it on me
Thanks Charles, excellent content as always. Does this failure accompany random alarms from the anti-theft as well? I have my 2000 gti that will set the alarm off, if I insert the key and wait like 30 seconds to a minute, it locks the door and if I try to start the car, it sets the alarm off. This started happening after I replaced my battery. Is there a setting in the computer that may have defaulted when I changed my battery?
I have the same problem as well. Has anyone found out of the wiring in the door could be the problem, or is this always a problem where you need to replace the entire latch?
I have had problems with doors not locking. First it was the driver side front,and now the passenger side.I have cured them both by taking out the rubber grommet and spaying a liberal dose of WD40 or similar light penetrating oil onto the module.I realise this will not work if there is a serious fault,but it's worth a shot before going for a more difficult and expensive fix.
Hi mate. Ive been looking everywhere but unable to find the right info, so hoping you, or someone else has some insight. Ive replaced the drivers door lock mechanism in my b6 and and now straight after unlocking the car the door wont open, but once the car has been opened from the inside handle it will open from the outside handle. Does the latch have to go in a certain way or is there any info that i need to know? Many thanks if you can give me any advice. Cheers!
I have vw tiguan, and the window mirror dosnt close on the passanger side when i lock the car, but they both work when i operate useing the knob inside. The code reader suggest a centra locking motor, ground to B. Would that require a lock?
hi great video ,,stated to have problems with the drivers door it wont open when you pull the handel from the outside ... but works fine with the central locking and opens fine from the inside all other doors works fine its just the drivers door from the outside any help please
Thank you for the info, this has failed on my Beetle.... I will be replacing the driver side as soon as the part gets her, thank your the little tidbit of info about that spring 👍👍👍
I took my Jetta 2011 model to dealership to diagnose a vehicle start up issue, where the engine stalls on start up. The dealership told me they didn't find any misfire codes but a door latch code and the fuel pump may be not running as required because of this. They also suggested replacing the door latch may solve my issue. Is a door latch in anyway related to my issue?
Great my 2012 passat b7 is having a issue on the driver door. Only happens sometimes. I really have noticed this in the winter. Sometimes driver door wont unlock via fob and i felt the handle on the inside being very stiff.
2014 JSW cluster said the passenger door was open, but in fact it was closed. I then searched for videos and of course it was a failed part from VW video from you! ha ha ha
Could outer door cable be out of adjustment on one of these? My '14 CC rr window doesn't drop to open door until the latch is tripped, opposed to correct after handle movement (~8mm) but before latch is released. Curious if that can be adjusted or just an early sign of failure. Door ding indicates that door might have been jarred hard before. Does the latch need to be released after 3:10 setting the cable?
Hi, great channel.. I'm working on a 2008 VW Polo 1.4TDI ... front and rear offside lock actuators ... noticed the plastic bracket held to the card with two plastic pop rivets. This bracket appears to serve no purpose other than to support the actuator whilst refitting (to align actuator with the bolt holes)... correct me if I am wrong... anyway, in both cases, the bracket has become damaged - there is a split/crack ... questions... is the bracket essential to the correct operation of the actuator, does a cracked bracket need replacing?
hi mate, I have the vw passat b5. 5, and I m suspecting that I have a problem with the passanger latch, so the problem is when I lock the light flash and car beeps but when I unlock the car no lights flash and no beeps? could the latch be the problem? I found the fuse blowed behind the steering of the lights flashing but it didn't solve the problem I changed the fuse but when I unlock no flash lights and no beeps alarm, thanks, I hope you have some ideas for me 😊
I have a 98 Jetta MK3 that when I shut the car off, or even when I am driving, or even when it is parked, the power windows go down by themselves. Now this doesn't happen all the time, it's unpredictable. I've come out in the morning, and sometimes when it's raining to find the windows down. I've owned several MK3 and never had this problem before, any ideas? thanks
I have 2013 jetta se. After it got super cold out,and during the cold.my door wouldn't stay shut.but I would finally be able to get it to shut. Is this a candidate for this part?the door latch? Thank you in advance
My 2018 Atlas tries to lock the doors everytime it goes under 20km/h. Tries once and fails, and then tries again. The passenger-side door isn't responding. Not sure if it's electronic or mechanical but the door opened sensor seems to work and so does the window.
Hi Humble mechanic Nice videos thank for that. Humble on Tiguan 2016 I can open the hatch. I already changed the latch but It stil doesn’t open. Could you help to figure it out why? On winter season the switch got frozen many time, could be the problem here.
Hi i have a 2005 vw golf mk5 5 door hatch. i have a problem that not many mechanics or auto electricians in Australia can diagnose without changing parts. my drivers side front door only and tailgate works when the key is inserted in to the door lock and only locks and opens the boot and front drivers door but with the remote it only locks and opens the tailgate not any door. i bought the car like that. please any advice will help thanks
What about door locks that are locking but not unlocking? My wife's B6, doors will lock, but when we have to get the kids out of the back seats we have to reach around an open the doors from the inside handles...I didn't hear that as one of the symptoms to look out for in the video.
I have no communication to drivers rear door control module the window does not go down from Drivers front window switch, would a door lock be the issue?
have an issue and maybe you know how to solve it, it is a 2001 mk4 TDI driver side door that would unlock using a fob but won't lock using a fob. it would lock using a fob, only if I unlock it and lock it within a second, same situation happens inside the car, with 2 buttons near the inside door handle. any ideas, or suggestions?
Good day Humble Mechanic. I have a Polo where the passenger door does not want to open from the inside or outside. Now I've managed to remove the inner panel without causing damage to the speakers and so on, but my problem is, I cannot reach to the central locking unit mounting bolts!!! VW SA told me the only way is to break it out. Do you know a way to break the unit without damaging the door?
I have an 06 Jetta TDi....replaced the door latch and wiring harness on the passenger side. The car still thinks the passenger door opens but it is closed making the alarm go off and draining battery....any thoughts? And it is after the car is in sleep mode, not instantly.
Very nice info. Thanks again. PS I was looking for a door ajar switch built into the door lock system, and was wondering about the how the door lock worked. Thanks again.
I have problems setting the preload on the outer door pull. The spring slips right off the little hook with the slightest pull. Do you have any suggestions? I even heated the end of the spring help it not slip but to no avail
2002 Cabrio. Replaced the power window actuator and now the dashboard will not light up. It has had work done before I got the car. Power door locks don't work, and the lock on door latch has been replaced. Looks like the door could not be opened and was gutted from the inside to get it to open and then repaired. Could the "door latch" be a reason why after replacing the actuator the dash board will not light up? Might have "hit" something installing the window and now there is failed communication? The only way to lock and unlock the driver's door in with the key from the outside. Lock and the alarm light is "armed". Unlock, alarm disarms, and the power windows can also go down with the key. It is just the interior and dashboard lights that will not light up at night anymore when I turn on the headlights.
I have a 2008 vw transporter Carville passenger door wont open from inside or outside fault no commutation comfort control module . cleared code .still cant open door. any hints or tips.regards tim
Thank you for this informative video. At 4:40 you suggest that water could get in the mechanism and freeze and cause unlocking issues. Do you have any recommended fixes for that? Winter is looooooooog! Fill the handle up with lock de-icer?
Good job. 05 passat Had r rt dr show open intermit. Got worse. Now int lights, sunroof, windows, n gas-trunk switches won't work. Doors lock but unlock themselves after a sec or 2. What do ya think?
@@HumbleMechanic Yeah the ccm is clean dry n connectors wire looks good. Fuse 14 blew twice. I'm older and the new scan stuff I dont have. I get enuff power to int lights to light up te led on my circuit tester but it doesn't have enough to run the light. I might have to bite the bullet and take it somewhere.
Hi, There nice illustration. But I get one question: How to get the deadlocked door that can not open inside and outside. THEN I can follow your instruction and debug the lock mudule? Thanks.
Good vid. I have a 2002 Passat GLX V6 30v with this problem on the Font Drivers door. Do you think its better to re-solder it or just replace the part? thanks.
Hi. I have a VW Touran 2007 plate. The rear door doesn't lock nor does the electric window work. Do you think replacing the door lock module unit resolve the problem ??
Hey having an issue with my 01 allroad passenger door. The door opens and closes fine. But when I lock the door wether its with the fob or the interior lock button I can still pull the exterior handle and the door will open. Would that be the switch failing? As I've taken it apart, cleaned it and checked the switch which seems to be working fine. I've been hoping to find a fix before I fork out the 400$ for a new latching mechanism
I have a 2000 Passat... Today it locked and I could not unlock it with the fob or the hard key. The red LED on the fob was blinking when I pushed the button. I thought maybe the programming on the fob got erased so the car was not recognizing the fob. So after having to call roadside assistance to unlock it... I then tried to reprogram the fob. I only have one key so I previously had to use the method where you remove the lock cylinder and use a screwdriver as my "Second key". This time though the door lock mechanism was not locking or unlocking the car... even when turning it manually with the screwdriver. Does that mean I need to replace the door latch mechanism?
My 2012 vw beetle driver window won't go down,the auto windows vent drop(1/2 drop) does work,passenger window works on that door.the d.side will roll passenger window up only.no thing works far as u/down on d.door .would door locking switch or would window switch be problem?
I have a 2001 VW Jetta with a door latch problem on the driver door (power windows/locks). Is it possible to just replace the entire door with a door with manual windows and locks?
Hello, very nice videos indeed.. I have a 2008 audi TT, I can lock the doors with my remote, but when I try to unlock it with the remote, I CANNOT open it from the outside, but can only unlock from the inside.....it happened on both driver/passenger side doors...any ideas on what could cause such a problem? Thanks alot in advance.
My uk vw bora (Jetta) when the doors open on the latch the door open chime sounds. When I fully open it, it stops!? The light at the bottom of the door doesn’t work. The buzzer deffo works as the handbrake on sound works. I’m puzzled and can’t find anything for one that “half works”!!!
Any chance u have a video on how to get a door open that’s stuck shut? I just got a 96 vw Passat tdi and the back passenger side doesn’t work I’ve tried a lot like holding the lock pin up and open both hands at the same time and nothing I can tell the inside latch is hooked up but it doesn’t feel like either handle does anything. Also it’s the other style handle bc the out side is all mechanical vs the inside is the wire.
Hi i have a 2011 skoda octavia vrs my electric mirrors are not working at all and central locking locks everthing minus the driver and passenger do not don't lock but the interior light come on and warning sound with lights on and and displays on the maxidot plus the little lights on the door don't work I been told by a few mechanics and auto electricians said it drivers door lock module I've bought a full brand new lock mechanism will this solve my issues
My GTI is experiencing the issue where everytime you pass 10mph the car locks. In my case atleast it attempts to lock but won’t actually lock. It also feels as if the latch is barely holding on. If i barely pull on my inside door handle it unlatches.
What causes being unable to open from outside a VW Passat b6 passenger door, after pressing unlock on fob, ok to open from inside, what to do to fix, ideas appreciated
If my latch was bad would it act up with my locking system and windows? When I connect my battery my windows would work for like 3mins and then they will lock up and stop working?
Very informative! Described the problem I have with my 2006 Jetta passenger door to a "T". Front passenger door randomly gives false indications in the cluster or falls out all together. Windows and locks on that door fail most of the time.. Almost afraid to use that door because it is such a hassle. I am a clutz with DIY auto repair but now at least I know what is going on. I will take it to dealership to get them to fix it. Maybe I will have them do the trunk latch while they are at it which has been problematic from day one. Dealership would never fix under warrantee since it would only happen in cold weather and dealer is in Tucson AZ so they could never duplicate the problem. So now it is on my dime.
I have 1 door and trunk latch issues, plus all functions of drivers door not working unless the door is 12" in open position No lock no window, no mirror Plus now the wipers and cruse not coming on... if u have any suggestions please...helps
hello, i would like to get your opinion. i have a 2011 jetta. i tried to lock the door using the remote, but one door does not lock. i.e. when i open that door from outside, the alarm goes off. Based on that symptom, is it electrical mechanical?
My inside door handle keeps slipping (looses tension) when I try to open from inside (outside works fine). Works for few times then looses all tension again. This happened after I replaced window regulator. Is there way to anchor the inner door cable so it won't loose/stretch from opening door from inside? I was thinking of advancing inner door cable further behind regulator panel then taping it down?
Hi mate, I have a 2009 Golf estate. Can't open the door at all, from outside or in!. I've ordered the part. Can I open the door with a pick tool? Cheers
I’ve a 2004 transporter with driver door lock problem. Won’t lock unlock from remote or interior lock button. It will lock via push rod by the window, and will only open from the interior handle. All other doors, passenger, twin slide and barn door work correctly. Door latch unit faulty?
I have a 4-door 2007 GTI. My passenger rear door latch is not locking the door when I lock the car. I don't ever use the rear doors - is there a way to manually lock the passenger side rear door so that it it is always locked? Thanks!
Hi..I have a audi a4 b7 2005..driver door won't lock or unlock with key fob...all other doors do lock and unlock...it does lock with the key in the door...also when pressing lock button on key fob the front indicators don't come on ...back indicators do come on...any ideas mate?....thank
My vehicle is Jetta 2015 comfortline, Is it possible because of freezing rain and snow that driver door is not being close, after some attempts (slamming)? What should be the normal failure?
Vw had a TSB about this. IT may not have applied to the Jetta, but the Passat was bad about it too. Moisture gets in the door and freezes in causing the door to not open. We replaced the door latch and installed a new cover.
My door latch won't click to the lock position, I tried pushing it in manually and it moves in easy but won't click to lock. My door remains open. Any ideas????
yellowhorse52 mine just started doing that today! It still "locks" and the light blinks when I use the remote, and it doesn't open, but the button doesn't go down all the way. Did he end up getting back to you?
My wife's 2013 Passat driver door actuator went south this week after we just got the clockspring replaced under warranty. VW wanted to charge $630 to replace the actuator and bowden cable. I purchased replacement OEM parts myself (recyclers and eBay) and my grand total was $128. The only tools I had to buy was a triple square for my ratchet. I can confirm that water getting inside is a major culprit. We've had pretty constant freezing, warm, freezing, warm here in MO for the last 2 months and then with the polar vortex, the extreme cold has frozen the water inside it completely solid.
Great job! I had my door lock open/close micro switch fail on my '01 beetle several years ago. What a nightmare! It happened on a road trip too. Open the driver door and the interior lights did not come on. Raised cane w/the burg alarm too! The next nightmare was getting the latch out to repair it. I couldn't get it out w/o removing the whole window regulator system! Basically, gut the door. Then worry about breaking stuff like the little snap tabs on the trim and such. Anyway, I found that the switch was fine, it was that the back plane the switch was mounted to fatigued causing the switch plunger not to work! Somehow I managed to band aide the thing and it's still working to this day....most of the time! While I had everything apart, I cleaned and oiled the window regulator pulleys and slides. Window glides nice now. Whadda pain!
Hi and thanks for the video! You could also have said something about the how to fix “freezing failure” that seems to be really common in at least Passats in colder climates. Door won’t open, or won’t lock until warmed up etc. Some people see this is because the latch freezes (water ingress from window seal), and some people see it’s caused by moisture in the exterior or interior door handle bowden cables, which then won’t move (unlock) or move back (lock). Suggested fixes include liberal application of WD-40, windshield de-icer, or opening up the door and lubing latch and cables with white lithium grease. Looking forward to a video on this!
where would you spray wd40?
Yes, I want to know this, too. My 13 Passat just started having this problem. The driver's side door wont unlock first thing in the morning.
@@bretgtimk7968 Everywhere, like you always do with WD-40 😁
Seriously, if you suspect a cable problem you do have to get to the cables first, so the door panel needs to come off. WD-40 displaces moisture and loosens dirt, but it's not that great as a lubricant. That's why I was asking HumbleMechanic about what would be his recommendation for the best cable lubrication solution for the long term. Removing and reinstalling door panels is not something I want to do regularly.
Help for some, I sprayed PB Blaster dry silicone lubricant into my door lock. The temputure got to -5 f and the lock still worked. 🙂
gonna try that one thx@@faliray4889
I've replaced all four locks on a Passat. I got lucky with that pre tension spring, I just put the cable back in the door handle in roughly the same position it came out and they work fine. Always wondered what spring was for !
I don't understand how people can give a thumbs down to an informative video... maybe they meant thumbs down to / towards the latch failing, in any case, they should post the reason why! Thanks for the video Charles! Happy holidays and a great new year to you & your family!
I'm here w/ Charles because of your video
tducketts Thanks for watching watching my videos & following me to his channel! Have a great Holiday & all the best for the new year!
***** HAHAH, that is exactly what I thought too. When I find a video I don't like, I just click away. No need to waste time on it. I hope that you and your fam have a wonderful holiday man. Glad to connect with ya. Cheers to 2015
tducketts That is AWESOME! :) :) :)
***** I know. It is awful. It takes all I have to sit in that chair and film. LOL I just cant seem to sit still :)
2018 VW Atlas front passenger door electrical fault 105k miles. Bought one from a junkyard on ebay for $55. Replaced myself. Still very happy with my first VW since the 90s. Vehicle is awesome.
That lock/unlock madness at 15kp/h is currently driving me mad on my Amarok. Thanks for the video - it's been helpful to find out what is finally wrong with my door. Now to find out how much VW is going charge me to get it fixed...
I wish I had watched this video and some of the other diy videos before I spent $450 on replacement of the door lock mechanism. This is the 2nd time I have had to replace them. My issue was the locks continuously locking/unlocking when accelerating over 10mph. 1st time was covered by warranty, but this second time, a year later it was a different door so was no longer covered. Got it fixed at my dealership and less than a week later, the issue started again, but on another door! So, I'm assuming I will have to replace every door eventually. This time, I will trying to repair it myself...so frustrating!! Anyways, thanks for the informative video! 👍🏼
Hmm...I have a question about the Jetta Mk5. Are the actuators for the front and rear on the right side the same? And the ones on the left the same (front and rear)? I'm looking up parts online and it's only showing me front parts, but I have to replace one of the actuator's in a rear door...
Hey man. Love the videos. I'm learning a bunch and am better able to diagnose issues in my van as a result. For example, I recently bought a 2002 Eurovan MV and it had four lock related issues... 1) it came with 2 different keys and no remote entry key fob. 2) the power locks weren't working at all 3) while I could lock the driver's door, I couldn't unlock it manually with the key. and finally 4) the liftgate wouldn't lock. I checked the fuses and #14 on the lower level was blown so I swapped that and voila, the power doors locked... and then the fuse blew again, so there is probably a short in the wiring harness somewhere, but at least I know I don't need a bunch of $80 actuators. I bought a new genuine VW/Audi liftgate handle w/ tumbler, watched some vids and was able to rekey the driver's door and liftgate to match the ignition, passenger door and sliding door. So that's problem 1 and 4 completely sorted. And problem 2 narrowed down. That leaves 3. In rekeying the driver's lock I noticed that a previous owner replaced it with an aftermarket handle and cylinder.. it opens fine from both inside and out, it locks easily with the key, and the actuator works, but when I turn the key left to unlock it nothing happens... it feels like it catches very slightly and then nothing. Any suggestions? I don't want to buy a new handle if it is really an issue with the latch mechanism, and vice versa. Thanks in advance.
Thanks for the info I just figured out why my door open light won't go off on my mk4 gli Jetta. Thx sir
What about repairing it? Sounds like the most common issue is in soldering joints, that can be easily fixed by re-soldering them. Very informative video!
Thank you. Liked the info you presented in the video. Gave it a thumbs up.
I recently bought a 2003 VW Jetta for my daughter. It's in pretty good shape for the most part but both rear doors don't open or close with the remote key. However when I touch them I can feel like they are trying to move when the buttons on the key remote are pressed. The drivers door actuator sometimes opens and closes with the remote but sometimes it only moves just a little, not enough to lock the door completely or open it completely.. When this happens (which is most of the time) we have to put and turn the key in the lock for it to open or lock. Sometimes to get it to open we have to turn it several times and it seems to be getting worse. The windows and lights work fine and there is no issue with the alarm. My question is do you think new actuators/locks are in order or could it just be in need of lubing?
Charles. Awesome video. I have an MK6 Golf variant which is based off the mk5. On occasions when opening the front right door won’t always open. You have to lock and unlock the car again and then you can usually get it open. Does this sound like symptoms of a failing mechanism?
This is a rip off. How can VW have such a failing locks on their cars. VW should replace the locks for free or do a recall and put new locks that works permanently. I am having similar issues and I am frustrated that I have to spend on a known fault of VW which they fail to address.
+Aaron Gnanam I have seen these failures on other brands too.
Sucks either way.
Aaron Gnanam
Failed VW locks won't close. Failed Honda locks won't let you out of your car evwn when pulling both handles. Neither is made to last a lifetime, like everything else these days. My 02 GTI's failed in 2018. Not bad.
Thanks again humble ! Mine finally shit the bed in my 04 r32. Door ajar light is beeping at me nonstop, door light stays on. Intermittent locking with driver side using the keyfob. I got triple squares from when I replaced my hatch latch last year. Great content as always.
recall is only when life or safety is involve. If your vehicle run like shit and safety is NOT involve, they will not make a recall!
Lol! Consumers are funny.
You've had the answers to every question I have for my wagon, I appreciate that lol
Help needed, i have an issues with mine. The lock is in deadlock, will not unlock from inside or out side. Even with the key
Need to unlock the latch so i can open the door to remove the latch... 😮
Actually the main problem with them is the solder points at the plug which typically crack. Also, the mechanical switch on the mechanical portion of the module fails... Those are the 2 main fail points, NOT the specific switches on the circuit board.
Awesome video. Passat b5 saloon 1.8T 20V. vcds says "00928 - Locking Module for Central Locking; Front Driver Side (F220)
27-10 - Implausible Signal - Intermittent" . Exam question - accessing the CCM is easy, replacing the door lock is a big deal. three possible causes. bad ccm, bad wire, bad door lock actuator. how would you diagnose which of those 3 before acting
I had a 2006 Jetta and the door latch failed on the passenger side. I now have a 2020 Jetta and the door latch has failed on the passenger side. It is weird like the one you mention in the video. I locks the door every time I speed up (at least it engages, it doesn't actually lock it). I have to engage the manual lock and it stops this from happening but then I can't open the door from the outside. Thanks for the video.
Audi, too, Charles. My passenger front failed on Friday evening. 2008 Audi A4. It did last 16 years. I'm not looking forward to replacing module after module, but that's modern cars. My 2000 A4 was much simpler. I'm dreading getting a 2020's car.
8 people that watched this video, own Toyota and could not figure out why the lock mech. looks so different. Not your fault @HumbleMechanic.
Hi Charles,
2010 VW CC 2.0T Sport
In June, Both rear door locks failed and both front headlamps failed too. The dealer fixed the left rear and right front headlamp now the right rear door and left headlamp failed. The problem with the doors is the same. They do not lock when I do with the fob, car, door etc. The alarm did not sound with left rear however it does sound when I lock now but rear right door does not lock. Any recommendation. I ordered the parts for the right rear and left headlamp. I will do them myself.
Hey, question. If these fail on so many vehicles, why isn't there a recall to have them fixed?
Vw is too cheap to make a recall lol
Thank You for doing an Exceptional Video(s). I ordered a new Cheap replacement and decided to yank mine apart. What I found (in my case) was the switch that tells the car if the door is open or not had failed. I carefully removed the switch and ohm'ed the contacts. In the Closed position sometimes it would not make contact. I cleaned the contacts (and checked the circuit board for bad solder joints). *My car would re-lock the doors and do weird stuff, maybe open the door and the Alarm would go off.
Do you happen to remember which contacts were the faulty ones in your case? And do you know what the resistance range needs to be on a functional switch? It's times like this that i wishi had access to the dealer datalink program for VW... I'm a heavy duty truck mechanic so at work when i get a truck with this type of malfunction i know i can get the answer immediately and fix the fault without a problem
@@aaroninfante6589 Yes, the Switch that's at the Top (outside). If you're Careful you can take it apart (and clean the Contacts).
@@1957Panman i appreciate it thank you!
You addressed the door latch mechanism and how it related to mechanical failure, but I’m curious about the electronic failure. In my case the trunk auto lock fob stopped working, then the inside door lock, then the fob for all doors stopped, and now the key in the door lock stopped as well. I am trying to figure out if they are all related?
Hi Charles, great vids!
VW Golf MK5 owner, driver's door not locking using the fob. Having taken off the door skin, getting the the lock, I disconnected the power plug, attaching it to the new one.
Using the fob/clicker to close the door and open, I did feel, or hear any movement from the new lock. I replaced the old one anyway. So the door still locks and opens manually with the key (opening all other doors automatically) as it did with the old lock. The door opens with the outside handle, and the inside without issue.
You touched on possible problems, mentioning a broken pin in the actual plug connector. I'm technically minded with ability, but not a mechanic 😊 logically, given that I installed a new lock, if thinking it might be the socket. Any direction, or maybe a vid you've already done would be absolute magic, in the mystery. Or if anyone else has come across this before. Also when I open the door with key, the windows wind down!
Carry on making the excellent vids Charles, inspiring and really helpful to the automotive community, us non DIY mechanics! 👍👍👍
Stephen Headley I’m having the same problem if I try to unlock or lock my two front doors with the key fab it doesn’t work. I have to manually lock or open them. Where did you buy the parts from?
I have an MK4 golf I bought and I've been having issues with my door it gets stuck at the Inn Between mode where it won't open or it won't close I replaced the latch and this is the first video I have about 20 I watched that talks about a preload. Now I still have to kick the door every once in awhile if I don't slam it closed or else it gets stuck in the in between so if it's stuck either going to climb out the window or you're going to kick the door kind of push it in a little bit more now I'm going to take it apart again and see if the preload was never set on that new unit I bought
thank you
Yeah Charles! Going back to 2014 for this one, I'll tackling this (and a door seal leak problem soggy floor yuck) on my b6!! Thanks for the great info as always!
Great video. I had to have mine replaced today on my 2017 beetle. They charged me $1061.00.
Tell me, there is a bora 2001. Doors won't open with key or alarm. With the key, the thrust rises and that's it, you release the key and it goes back. If I lower one glass, it falls by itself, just need to remove ducktape, then from the inside will I be able to open it or will it be like with a key, just raising the thrust, but without opening it?
The tension procedure you briefly mentioned, would this eliminate my annoying 2 step door opening procedure? I have to push on the door to hear a click, then I can operate the handle to unlatch the door. I have never had a car with so many door latching issues.
Likely would
Thanks for posting this video! Quick question: the outer latch preload: the original factory module that I removed from my ‘03 Jetta did not have the preload set, and I did not set the preload when I installed a replacement module, and all seems to work fine. Is the preload an optional procedure? Just curious since like I said, mine was apparently not set in the original factory config.
I did not do the pre-load either on my OEM replacement driver's door latch, but I can't open the door after the initial fob unlock unless I hit the handle with the butt of my hand.
I have tried the Russian way today and it freaking worked . My driver side door is back to normal and locking with the key . All you have to do is tap on side of the door by the lock with a wrench or a small hammer by the bottom screw holding the lock to the door frame and you re just fine again but don't break it and blame it on me
Thank you! Answered the question why my door latch keeps getting stuck when it gets below 32 degrees.
Thanks Charles, excellent content as always.
Does this failure accompany random alarms from the anti-theft as well? I have my 2000 gti that will set the alarm off, if I insert the key and wait like 30 seconds to a minute, it locks the door and if I try to start the car, it sets the alarm off. This started happening after I replaced my battery. Is there a setting in the computer that may have defaulted when I changed my battery?
I have an MKV Jetta that intermittently fails to unlock via remote/unlock button. It always unlocks via interior handle pull, though. Thoughts?
forevermarkel I have the same problem with my rabbit
I have the same problem as well. Has anyone found out of the wiring in the door could be the problem, or is this always a problem where you need to replace the entire latch?
same problem
I have had problems with doors not locking. First it was the driver side front,and now the passenger side.I have cured them both by taking out the rubber grommet and spaying a liberal dose of WD40 or similar light penetrating oil onto the module.I realise this will not work if there is a serious fault,but it's worth a shot before going for a more difficult and expensive fix.
Hi mate. Ive been looking everywhere but unable to find the right info, so hoping you, or someone else has some insight. Ive replaced the drivers door lock mechanism in my b6 and and now straight after unlocking the car the door wont open, but once the car has been opened from the inside handle it will open from the outside handle. Does the latch have to go in a certain way or is there any info that i need to know?
Many thanks if you can give me any advice. Cheers!
I have vw tiguan, and the window mirror dosnt close on the passanger side when i lock the car, but they both work when i operate useing the knob inside. The code reader suggest a centra locking motor, ground to B.
Would that require a lock?
hi great video ,,stated to have problems with the drivers door it wont open when you pull the handel from the outside ... but works fine with the central locking and opens fine from the inside all other doors works fine its just the drivers door from the outside any help please
Thank you for the info, this has failed on my Beetle.... I will be replacing the driver side as soon as the part gets her, thank your the little tidbit of info about that spring 👍👍👍
I have a 2013 mk6 GLI that the driverside does not work with the key fob or inside switches. What could be the problem?
I took my Jetta 2011 model to dealership to diagnose a vehicle start up issue, where the engine stalls on start up. The dealership told me they didn't find any misfire codes but a door latch code and the fuel pump may be not running as required because of this. They also suggested replacing the door latch may solve my issue. Is a door latch in anyway related to my issue?
Great my 2012 passat b7 is having a issue on the driver door. Only happens sometimes. I really have noticed this in the winter. Sometimes driver door wont unlock via fob and i felt the handle on the inside being very stiff.
What do you suppose is going on if just the outside door latch driver side won’t open the door but the inside it does
2014 JSW cluster said the passenger door was open, but in fact it was closed. I then searched for videos and of course it was a failed part from VW video from you! ha ha ha
Could outer door cable be out of adjustment on one of these? My '14 CC rr window doesn't drop to open door until the latch is tripped, opposed to correct after handle movement (~8mm) but before latch is released. Curious if that can be adjusted or just an early sign of failure. Door ding indicates that door might have been jarred hard before. Does the latch need to be released after 3:10 setting the cable?
Hi, great channel.. I'm working on a 2008 VW Polo 1.4TDI ... front and rear offside lock actuators ... noticed the plastic bracket held to the card with two plastic pop rivets. This bracket appears to serve no purpose other than to support the actuator whilst refitting (to align actuator with the bolt holes)... correct me if I am wrong... anyway, in both cases, the bracket has become damaged - there is a split/crack ... questions... is the bracket essential to the correct operation of the actuator, does a cracked bracket need replacing?
hi mate, I have the vw passat b5. 5, and I m suspecting that I have a problem with the passanger latch, so the problem is when I lock the light flash and car beeps but when I unlock the car no lights flash and no beeps? could the latch be the problem? I found the fuse blowed behind the steering of the lights flashing but it didn't solve the problem I changed the fuse but when I unlock no flash lights and no beeps alarm, thanks, I hope you have some ideas for me 😊
I have a 98 Jetta MK3 that when I shut the car off, or even when I am driving, or even when it is parked, the power windows go down by themselves. Now this doesn't happen all the time, it's unpredictable. I've come out in the morning, and sometimes when it's raining to find the windows down. I've owned several MK3 and never had this problem before, any ideas? thanks
Hey Bob did you ever figure out the issue I am having the same problem
I have 2013 jetta se.
After it got super cold out,and during the cold.my door wouldn't stay shut.but I would finally be able to get it to shut.
Is this a candidate for this part?the door latch?
Thank you in advance
I’m wondering if it shows in the cluster while the car is off will it drain the battery
My 2018 Atlas tries to lock the doors everytime it goes under 20km/h. Tries once and fails, and then tries again. The passenger-side door isn't responding. Not sure if it's electronic or mechanical but the door opened sensor seems to work and so does the window.
Hi Humble mechanic Nice videos thank for that.
Humble on Tiguan 2016 I can open the hatch. I already changed the latch but It stil doesn’t open. Could you help to figure it out why?
On winter season the switch got frozen many time, could be the problem here.
Hi i have a 2005 vw golf mk5 5 door hatch. i have a problem that not many mechanics or auto electricians in Australia can diagnose without changing parts. my drivers side front door only and tailgate works when the key is inserted in to the door lock and only locks and opens the boot and front drivers door but with the remote it only locks and opens the tailgate not any door. i bought the car like that. please any advice will help thanks
What about door locks that are locking but not unlocking? My wife's B6, doors will lock, but when we have to get the kids out of the back seats we have to reach around an open the doors from the inside handles...I didn't hear that as one of the symptoms to look out for in the video.
Would have good to hear about the key locking tumler.? How do you deal with that or do you need to?
I have no communication to drivers rear door control module the window does not go down from Drivers front window switch, would a door lock be the issue?
My 2012 Jetta door bounces back when I close it. It won't latch. Does that sound like a failure of this part?
have an issue and maybe you know how to solve it, it is a 2001 mk4 TDI driver side door that would unlock using a fob but won't lock using a fob. it would lock using a fob, only if I unlock it and lock it within a second, same situation happens inside the car, with 2 buttons near the inside door handle. any ideas, or suggestions?
Good day Humble Mechanic. I have a Polo where the passenger door does not want to open from the inside or outside. Now I've managed to remove the inner panel without causing damage to the speakers and so on, but my problem is, I cannot reach to the central locking unit mounting bolts!!! VW SA told me the only way is to break it out. Do you know a way to break the unit without damaging the door?
Have you found the door latch is the culprit if your car alarm goes off after locking it and walking away from if?
I have an 06 Jetta TDi....replaced the door latch and wiring harness on the passenger side. The car still thinks the passenger door opens but it is closed making the alarm go off and draining battery....any thoughts? And it is after the car is in sleep mode, not instantly.
Very nice info. Thanks again. PS I was looking for a door ajar switch built into the door lock system, and was wondering about the how the door lock worked. Thanks again.
So when you put it back together you have to set that preload then finish installing then its how you say tensioned correctly if I got that right?
Sounds like you got it
Question. Where could I go to have a rear sunshade installed professionally? I have a 2013 Volkswagen CC sport plus
I have problems setting the preload on the outer door pull. The spring slips right off the little hook with the slightest pull. Do you have any suggestions? I even heated the end of the spring help it not slip but to no avail
I’ve never ran into one that would not set. It only takes a slight pul to overcome the spring.
2002 Cabrio. Replaced the power window actuator and now the dashboard will not light up. It has had work done before I got the car. Power door locks don't work, and the lock on door latch has been replaced. Looks like the door could not be opened and was gutted from the inside to get it to open and then repaired. Could the "door latch" be a reason why after replacing the actuator the dash board will not light up? Might have "hit" something installing the window and now there is failed communication?
The only way to lock and unlock the driver's door in with the key from the outside. Lock and the alarm light is "armed". Unlock, alarm disarms, and the power windows can also go down with the key. It is just the interior and dashboard lights that will not light up at night anymore when I turn on the headlights.
I have a 2008 vw transporter Carville passenger door wont open from inside or outside fault no commutation comfort control module . cleared code .still cant open door. any hints or tips.regards tim
Thank you for this informative video. At 4:40 you suggest that water could get in the mechanism and freeze and cause unlocking issues. Do you have any recommended fixes for that? Winter is looooooooog! Fill the handle up with lock de-icer?
Good job. 05 passat Had r rt dr show open intermit. Got worse. Now int lights, sunroof, windows, n gas-trunk switches won't work. Doors lock but unlock themselves after a sec or 2. What do ya think?
check for water leak on the driver side, yo need to look under the carpet for water.
@@HumbleMechanic Yeah the ccm is clean dry n connectors wire looks good. Fuse 14 blew twice. I'm older and the new scan stuff I dont have. I get enuff power to int lights to light up te led on my circuit tester but it doesn't have enough to run the light. I might have to bite the bullet and take it somewhere.
Hi, There nice illustration.
But I get one question: How to get the deadlocked door that can not open inside and outside. THEN I can follow your instruction and debug the lock mudule?
Thanks.
Yep, my door has done this and I don’t want to pull it apart and cut it off to get in. Is there a fix?
Good vid.
I have a 2002 Passat GLX V6 30v with this problem on the Font Drivers door. Do you think its better to re-solder it or just replace the part? thanks.
Hi. I have a VW Touran 2007 plate. The rear door doesn't lock nor does the electric window work. Do you think replacing the door lock module unit resolve the problem ??
Hey having an issue with my 01 allroad passenger door. The door opens and closes fine. But when I lock the door wether its with the fob or the interior lock button I can still pull the exterior handle and the door will open. Would that be the switch failing? As I've taken it apart, cleaned it and checked the switch which seems to be working fine. I've been hoping to find a fix before I fork out the 400$ for a new latching mechanism
How do you reset the spring whith the mechanism still on the door please
Hi great videos I have a B6 passat the N/S/F door won't close from outside
Does the door latch sends the signal to the red blinking led door light to start blinking when door locks???????
I have a 2000 Passat... Today it locked and I could not unlock it with the fob or the hard key. The red LED on the fob was blinking when I pushed the button. I thought maybe the programming on the fob got erased so the car was not recognizing the fob. So after having to call roadside assistance to unlock it... I then tried to reprogram the fob. I only have one key so I previously had to use the method where you remove the lock cylinder and use a screwdriver as my "Second key". This time though the door lock mechanism was not locking or unlocking the car... even when turning it manually with the screwdriver. Does that mean I need to replace the door latch mechanism?
Thank You. Video helps to get a picture of what’s wrong and make the best choice between me and a real mechanic. 🙂
My 2012 vw beetle driver window won't go down,the auto windows vent drop(1/2 drop) does work,passenger window works on that door.the d.side will roll passenger window up only.no thing works far as u/down on d.door .would door locking switch or would window switch be problem?
I have an 04 golf tdi the flashers and door locks go off even when driving? Any insight as to what it could be ?
I have a 2001 VW Jetta with a door latch problem on the driver door (power windows/locks). Is it possible to just replace the entire door with a door with manual windows and locks?
Hello, very nice videos indeed.. I have a 2008 audi TT, I can lock the doors with my remote, but when I try to unlock it with the remote, I CANNOT open it from the outside, but can only unlock from the inside.....it happened on both driver/passenger side doors...any ideas on what could cause such a problem? Thanks alot in advance.
I'm going through this rn. Did u ever end up figuring it out?
My uk vw bora (Jetta) when the doors open on the latch the door open chime sounds. When I fully open it, it stops!? The light at the bottom of the door doesn’t work. The buzzer deffo works as the handbrake on sound works. I’m puzzled and can’t find anything for one that “half works”!!!
Any chance u have a video on how to get a door open that’s stuck shut? I just got a 96 vw Passat tdi and the back passenger side doesn’t work I’ve tried a lot like holding the lock pin up and open both hands at the same time and nothing I can tell the inside latch is hooked up but it doesn’t feel like either handle does anything. Also it’s the other style handle bc the out side is all mechanical vs the inside is the wire.
Hi i have a 2011 skoda octavia vrs my electric mirrors are not working at all and central locking locks everthing minus the driver and passenger do not don't lock but the interior light come on and warning sound with lights on and and displays on the maxidot plus the little lights on the door don't work I been told by a few mechanics and auto electricians said it drivers door lock module I've bought a full brand new lock mechanism will this solve my issues
My GTI is experiencing the issue where everytime you pass 10mph the car locks. In my case atleast it attempts to lock but won’t actually lock. It also feels as if the latch is barely holding on. If i barely pull on my inside door handle it unlatches.
What causes being unable to open from outside a VW Passat b6 passenger door, after pressing unlock on fob, ok to open from inside, what to do to fix, ideas appreciated
If my latch was bad would it act up with my locking system and windows? When I connect my battery my windows would work for like 3mins and then they will lock up and stop working?
Very informative! Described the problem I have with my 2006 Jetta passenger door to a "T". Front passenger door randomly gives false indications in the cluster or falls out all together. Windows and locks on that door fail most of the time.. Almost afraid to use that door because it is such a hassle. I am a clutz with DIY auto repair but now at least I know what is going on. I will take it to dealership to get them to fix it. Maybe I will have them do the trunk latch while they are at it which has been problematic from day one. Dealership would never fix under warrantee since it would only happen in cold weather and dealer is in Tucson AZ so they could never duplicate the problem. So now it is on my dime.
I have 1 door and trunk latch issues,
plus all functions of drivers door not working unless the door is 12" in open position
No lock no window, no mirror
Plus now the wipers and cruse not coming on...
if u have any suggestions please...helps
hello, i would like to get your opinion. i have a 2011 jetta. i tried to lock the door using the remote, but one door does not lock. i.e. when i open that door from outside, the alarm goes off. Based on that symptom, is it electrical mechanical?
My inside door handle keeps slipping (looses tension) when I try to open from inside (outside works fine). Works for few times then looses all tension again. This happened after I replaced window regulator. Is there way to anchor the inner door cable so it won't loose/stretch from opening door from inside? I was thinking of advancing inner door cable further behind regulator panel then taping it down?
Hi mate, I have a 2009 Golf estate. Can't open the door at all, from outside or in!. I've ordered the part. Can I open the door with a pick tool? Cheers
I’ve a 2004 transporter with driver door lock problem. Won’t lock unlock from remote or interior lock button. It will lock via push rod by the window, and will only open from the interior handle. All other doors, passenger, twin slide and barn door work correctly. Door latch unit faulty?
I have a 4-door 2007 GTI. My passenger rear door latch is not locking the door when I lock the car. I don't ever use the rear doors - is there a way to manually lock the passenger side rear door so that it it is always locked? Thanks!
Hi..I have a audi a4 b7 2005..driver door won't lock or unlock with key fob...all other doors do lock and unlock...it does lock with the key in the door...also when pressing lock button on key fob the front indicators don't come on ...back indicators do come on...any ideas mate?....thank
My vehicle is Jetta 2015 comfortline, Is it possible because of freezing rain and snow that driver door is not being close, after some attempts (slamming)? What should be the normal failure?
Vw had a TSB about this. IT may not have applied to the Jetta, but the Passat was bad about it too. Moisture gets in the door and freezes in causing the door to not open. We replaced the door latch and installed a new cover.
My door latch won't click to the lock position, I tried pushing it in manually and it moves in easy but won't click to lock. My door remains open. Any ideas????
yellowhorse52 mine just started doing that today! It still "locks" and the light blinks when I use the remote, and it doesn't open, but the button doesn't go down all the way. Did he end up getting back to you?
Driver side outside latch won’t open but window drops down. Inside latch works fine. Is that a cable issue?
Going through this rn. Did u figure it out?