VW Door Lock Control Module Fix Repair, Simple Easy Repair

[@BMACVAGS]

Feel free to buy me a coffee if the video has helped you www.buymeacoffee.com/bmacvags

[@markennyee]

Now who would think that your vid posted 10 years ago is legendary here we are in 2024 and boy did your vid help I have quite a rare 1998 B5 1.8t turbo sport had it nearly 20 years now still love it drives like a dream still not much has ever gone wrong with it until recently window regulator easy job but made a couple of schoolboy errors haha eg should have taken the module off when I had the regulator off but dohh I forgot so had to do the whole lot again respect to you your knowledge on VWs in fantastic 👍👍👍👍

[@sirbacharach1]

I took a microswitch apart for a VW Beetle actuator, the spring inside and all the metal just fell to bits. :'( I bought another second hand actuator and it also had a duff microswitch. I might have a pop at fixing this one. Did you just use electronics cleaner like he did in the vid and is it all good now?

[@doppollis6991]

Thank you for time and commitment you have in contributing to the greater good. Tried the things you suggested above but was still operating intermittently. The solution in my case was to pry the motor retaining tabs apart (as there was carbon staining apparent through the translucent plastic end plate) blow out the deposit, gently clean up the tiny armature with a bit of fine emery paper, scrape the insulator with a fine blade, I only had brake cleaner available, so splashed a bit of that on, dried off with an airline and reassembled. Now it functions perfectly.

[@scuderiacello2978]

You’ve helped me out immensely, time and time again. Still have my stateside 2004 Jetta AWP / 5 speed/ 231,000 miles. Running like a dream. Thank you!

[@CJ-jq9id]

This, I'm so thankful for all the MK4 videos 🥰👍🏽🙏🏽🍺🍻

[@mrverk]

Your videos are great! Very informative, I've been wanting to do this repair for a long time on my MK4 Jetta but was a little wary, but watching you preform the repair has given me a better sense of what I need to take on the project. My only concern is that where the lock cylinder meets the module is broken as well as there is no resistance when I turn my key.

[@milicapavicevic1210]

Thanks mate. I removed the lock with a microswitch for the Škoda Octavia A5. It's a different lock, but it's the same micro switch. It does not have to open a lock like in your video, because it's outside the lock. I did not have such an electric cleaner, but I cleaned the contacts with fine sandpaper. Now the micro switch works normally.

[@dmindi1773]

He knows what he's talking about. However, it is not necessary to remove all these parts to get that troublesome switch out. Just clip the wires and replace it without opening that delicate cover and separating all the mechanicals.

[@DISOPtv]

Yep just remove the retaining clip if that microswitch (door open/closed sensor) is the problem.

[@LandileNgqola]

I just solved the same problem right now with your the help of your video, many thanks from RSA, EC

[@nathanphahlane9507]

Thanks a million BMAC VAGS 100% i should have followed this DIY fix a year ago already but was just too lazy, now this was on a vw polo 2006 model. well i found the tiny 'T' shaped button on the micro switch broken into three pieces, but with a bit of Q-bond kit i managed to get it all together again. now my door is 100%

[@Jarred.Thomas]

Planning on putting this to the test tomorrow. This video was very in-debth and i feel confident fixing this. Also glad i dont have to spend the $50 to replace it.

[@ForBluRay]

The best write-up on these lock modules that I've seen. Thanks, BMAC VAGS.

[@remotaurog]

Fixed my central locking on my Mazda RX8,your videos were a big help,didn't need to buy any new parts,phew!

[@Elconbrioso]

BMAC VAGS You have produced an excellent in depth and clear tutorial on the subject . I only wish it had been around when I fixed my lock on a Touran. I bought a new lock at around £100.

[@BMACVAGS]

At least you found me now, make sure to subscribe

[@tomallen7299]

Great video, Ive had to do this job on my Mk4 Golf and it worked great for about 12 months and has just started playing up again.

[@wizbang16]

I just wanted to thank you because I had this problem and your cleaning trick worked.

[@davidadelaide]

I wish Id seen this 3 weeks ago, just bought a new doorlock barrel for $225 and the problem it seems is the micro switch.great video thanks for taking the time to put it up.

[@andyhall8937]

Thanks for my micro switch which arrived yesterday. All fitted and working great!! I need to get central locking switch working now. When I operate the close switch in vehicle all doors lock but the door I’ve recently fitted switch to locks and then re opens straight away??

[@gohachi5313]

OMG, Thank you for making this video! I will be trying to do this with my Dub. I have had two dubs with this problem. It is too common! Thanks for taking the time to make the video. I will certainly try to buy the switch from you if I am in need of that switch.

[@ah9869]

Hi, my mk4 golf, drivers door only intermittently unlocks (I have to tap the door a few times for it to open. Would this be the micro sim for unlocking the door sticking and if so where would I source one thanks.

[@mattiboymdc1280]

Great vid! I just bought a VW T5 multivan today got home and realised the drivers door opens with the key fob but doesn't lock with the key fob. Its not a big problem I just use the key to lock it but I will certainly have a bash at fixing it after watching this. Thanks for the vid

[@MakeOutWithTJ]

WOW, this was extremely helpful in getting my driver door fixed. The way you walked through and explained every single part step-by-step could not have been done any better, and thank you for using an HD camera to film this so we can see the small parts, especially when it came to re-seating the T-bit back in to the black clip. Definitely one of the best walkthroughs I've seen on here. My driver door doesn't recognize when it's open whatsoever and the old WD-40 trick didn't help at all, so my next step is taking it out and doing exactly this. Do you think it'd be best to re-solder all the contact points while it's open too, or is that not what causes the problem with the door not recognized as being open? My alarm has never gone off on me and and it locks and unlocks as well as arms the alarm using the key with no problems, but if I don't have to spend all that time and money on buying a solder gun for something that isn't the problem then would be a huge saver. Thanks again, keep up the great work!

[@BMACVAGS]

No Problem, glad you enjoyed it.

[@nemanjaigic9664]

You are THE BEST repairman I ever saw!!! Greetings from Serbia!

[@BMACVAGS]

Thank you brother

[@piosenkidladzieci6534]

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[@Oystergamer-ng9ym]

Finally got round to removing the lock mechanism, I just hope I can take it apart, clean it and get the thing back together, I'll be studying your video. Thanks.

[@stephenNI]

Hi mate, great video. I have a question, my b6 passat when unlocked doesn't allow me to open the door from the outside, I have to pull interior handle and then I can open it from the outside

[@vlozza]

Thank you, 1958, for the awesome video and very well detailed description on RENNLIST. I'm a visual guy, so I'd like to ask for a link to the video where you show how to remove the panel. You mentioned some wires get pulled, others you work around. Need to drill or grind rivets, then sheetmetal screws to keep things together. I'm confused. Mostly afraid to do it incorrectly and end up with a door with no panel. I know his is an old post but I'm hoping you have a link to a video for this... thanks, you rock. V.

[@JJ-sj9sb]

This was very helpful and I manged to fix my central locking system with this tutorial!

[@philgoldsmith9430]

Thanks for this video, really useful. I've got a Mk1 Octavia and it wouldn't sense if the drivers door was open, so no alarm sounded if you left the lights on when you opened the drivers door with the ignition key removed. I had to replace the microswitch, got one from Maplins for a couple of pounds, and with a slight modification to fit it, all is working perfectly.

[@richardhiggs6173]

Hi thanks for your video my golf passenger door is locked and won’t open I’ve managed to remove the door card with it locked shut and can get at the levers but it won’t open press the key to open and it clicks twice but won’t open I’m thinking the actuator inside is broke or stuck I’m at a loss how to open it so I can replace the lock just wondering if u have and ideas hope u can help regards Rich

[@Pieter777able]

Brilliant description on how to repair the fault. We have tried once before but never checked the micro-switch. thanks I am sure this is going to rectify the problem

[@spedyellow7673]

Just ordered the micro switch and hope it fits and has a good quality. Let’s see! Thank you!

[@pr0xZen]

I i ow this is old, but if you see this - thank you. I didn't need to fix the door sensor, but I've been trying ti figure out a way to install a cheap relay-based remote locking kit in the VWs, becsuse my lock cylinder is busted. Installing such a kit is a proper PITA on these VWs because at least on the Passat B5, the driver door key and lock cylinder doesn't actually actuate the door lock in any mechanical way; it only rotates that plastic cam, which push on those two microswitches to trigger the door lock actuator. And if you can't make it do that, you're kinda screwed because the door locks circuit on these cars actually operate over can-bus. The only circuit in the car that does. Thanks to your video, I now see how I can hook this up: drill a small hole, hook the remote kit relay outputs to the pads on those microswitches.

[@straydoggio]

Brilliant video. I've got this module on both my own 3-door VW Golf (2003) and my mother's 3-door VW Polo (2007) - on both passenger doors. The passenger sides puddle light doesn't come on, central locking affected on passenger doors, and a diagnostic scan comes back with an issue pointing to door module. It's a great video, and so is your other one - about actually accessing the module. I might give it a try. Thanks so much - you're the best.

[@sjkellogg]

Thanks a lot for the video, helped a lot! (1999 Passat 1.8t) The problem I found with one of my modules was neither the switches nor the solder connections, but the little motor was having trouble. I tested it with a 9-volt battery and found it would operate intermittently and would work once I gave it a nudge. I sprayed it with some all-purpose lubricant (need to buy some of your electronics cleaner, probably) and it seems to work much better. The problem I had was that I'd hear the whir and maybe see the lock move a little, but not make it. Sometimes helped by alternating lock & unlock until it would engage. Next door to do is driver's-side rear, which has some of the symptoms you mention... central unit never recognized that it is opened and lock actuator doesn't work.

[@georgekontopoulos]

sjkellogg I have the same Passat 1999. Drivers door not lock from the inside. It locks and unlocks immediately and all other locks (except 1 back) are locked. Did you find a solution?

[@apogobel]

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[@Outdoor_Nathan]

Great video. I'm surprised how easy you made that seem, as long as someone is willing to out the time into it. I just bought a very ragged 1999 golf and it has a lot of projects needed. This might be one of them.

[@guidovandieten7315]

Hi BMAC VAGS, very instructive and clear video. Like some others who have commented my door lock has the relevant microswitch riveted to the frame. What's your advice on how to take this one off for inspection (and where necessary repair or replacement) and more important put it back on in a way that it will function again?

[@jordangray8912]

down to the point! good job keeping the video flowing....I come across a lot of videos of people talking about their video when they need to get on with it already. job well done. as for the instruction, I have yet to attempt it, but it sounds like the issue I am having. worth the shot before dropping $180

[@BMACVAGS]

+Jordan Gray I'm Glad you liked the video thanks for the support

[@cmac5110]

hi mate ive got a 2012 audi a3 that has a locking problem it unlocks via the key but will not lock off the key i can manually lock it on drivers door but only drivers door locks and boot does not open unless you do it through the boot manually .i would be very grateful of any advice as you are the top man on vw and audi on utube thanks

[@SanDiego_VDubLife]

sweet dude I will give this a try. I noticed a small piece of white plastic fly off when you opened the parts, what was that? did you break something? You also mentioned a rubber seal that was broken or cracked. You didn't mention replacing it. I think what happens is that people forget to close their windows and water gets inside the door and allows dirt to get in there like your video. I think that's what happened to mine.

[@ArtByAusup]

Fantastic write-up, thank you very much! I can only imagine how much Audi would charge to fix something this simple.

[@vasek987]

Replace whole locking mechanism...

[@314Tazo]

I would have checked to see if the micro-switch had continuity after cleaning and assembly. A multimeter would test it.

[@blizteredthumbs7911]

Lol, just said the exact same

[@JeremyWight]

Cheers for the video mate! 01 Porsche 911 Turbo (996 Model) has the same mechanism and cleaning out the plunger fixed the window dropping and the interior light switching issue I had. Thanks sir!

[@faridmiah77]

Hi BMAC. I've got a mk4 golf gti 2 door. Both locking modules are playing up. On Both sides the puddle light aren't working and to top it up the buzzer is gone. Really tempted to give it a go. I live in London, whitechapel area. Can come and give you a visit if you live local and have time to spare. Thanks mate!

[@miriamk6816]

Thanks for the video. It helped me a lot to disassemble and reassemble the lock module.

[@Stonefxwalls]

Thanks. Great vid. Hope I can do same. My drivers door lock on crafter stopped locking the door. Central locking hasn't worked for months. No damp in overhead console. I did drop coffee on the top (cup holder] the other day ! Oops

[@ricardopereira3559]

Hi, great video. I change that switch with a new one. Problem is door don't open from outside when it stays 1 day ou more, but when you open from inside it works well. Any solution!!??🤔🤔 Thanks to much

[@bultacotrial2905]

Thank You for your excellent video! Now I confident to open and work on my Polo 9n locks. All the best! BMac rules!

[@rodaraguz]

The fact this video has 1 Million views just talks volumes about this poor door lock design!

[@laramatija]

We have 2008 Tiguan, already changed the door lock module couple years ago, but here comes the problem again, that's how I came here. We've spent almost all our vacation in Italy searching for the VW services so we could lock our car because the lock broke at the beggining of the journey and the front door couldn't be locked automatically nor manually!!! And it is not the only lock problem that we've had. I think VW's have some s*itty door lock systems. Thanks for the video BMAC.

[@rodaraguz]

i fixed mine by taking it apart as far as i could and putting a bunch of WD-40 all over it. Hope this helps!

[@elieltojeo]

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[@sullimanabu-sultan3935]

Rodrigo Araguz how open a door on air cool vw

[@AlejandroBelloRD]

Yes and no. I bought my wife a cheap Honda Logo and its of so poor quality everywhere, that we're mentally prepared to "forgive" the flimsy design and always buy a new replacement, whereas the VW is expected to never fail AND be repairable without any doubt. Why? If spares (OEM, not Chinese knockoffs) cost about the same.

[@joaocasanovas5312]

Again, congratulations on another fantastic video. You are really gifted in explaining how everything works. I am looking forward to look at my door locks. Thanks, JC

[@waynep4256]

Thanks for the video. I have an issue with mine. Drivers door is in deadlock. Won't open from inside or outside. Carnt get the latch out the door as I carnt open it! Any ideas welcome👍

[@Jimmitovasquez]

excelente. Gracias por el tutorial, he arreglado mi cerradura simplemente limpiando bien el microswitch y sobre todo metiendo svitol en la parte de la cerradura que va a presionar el microswitch

[@hanyboy69]

Wow, thank you so much for the great effort you put in this video. I do not understand how you got 21 unlike! !! Great video... keep up the good work man. Thanks again

[@davidolchewsky5365]

Nice video. What would your think the issue is when the door won't lock or unlock (electrically). I have to use the 'mechanical' key lock on the drivers side and then have to reach across the seat to unlock the passenger side with the handle. My passenger side door stopped first and then months later the driver's side also stopped 'electrically' locking/unlocking. I was going to purchase an entire module, but after watching your video very much feel I could repair them instead. I thought it might be either a solenoid or motor (not knowing how it really functions). Would be very interested to find any suggestions for repairing my issue. Thanks!

[@bobtomica9614]

Nice video!! Can a VW Golf MK3 that uses a pneumatic door lock mechansim be converted to a solenoid type universal actuator? The pneumatic pump is either expensive or out of supply already. Your input would be highly appreciated. Thanks.

[@ChristianBiggins]

Thanks for this video, it was seriously helpful. Its worth noting that my Australian delivered Bora 4Motion V6 was slightly different than in the video. The spring catch that you showed is different but not likely to cause a problem. The big difference is that the microswitch is permanently mounted. The silver housing to keep it in doesn't exist and the 2 locator pins at the bottom are welded in, so not made to pull it out. I broke the welds and super glued it back in. It works for the moment but if it goes again I'll buy a replacement. What "went" on mine is that the welds had probably stretched and the 'button' was sitting above the part it is pushed in by. Hard to explain. Switch wasnt being switched. I'm not sure if its worth doing the other doors as they've all gone. Might just buy replacements as I cant see my "Fix" lasting too long.

[@charlesbradley7277]

great info, what do you know about the wiring to the vac pump in the boot on mk2 golf and how to test it,what is live earth for it

[@cezarc7937]

The Golf V has the same locking system ? I have this intermitent problem with the driver's door... It stoped working from remote and it works only if i use the key ... All other doors respond to the remote imput ! thank you, NICE VIDEO ! SUBSCRIBED !

[@treeshakin]

Thanks, this is an excellent video. I recently had my door module replaced because the alarm would go off at random, the dome light didn't work, the indicator signal for headlights left on didn't work, and the doors would lock when they shouldn't. Everything is now working fine, except the alarm has still randomly going off. Is there possibly a reset or something for the alarm that should have been completed? It was an expensive repair, and I'm at a loss. Appreciate any suggestion (s).

[@DavidLopez-lz9ff]

That is exactly the problem with my 2006 Jetta 2.5...No Chime, no buzzer when I leave headlights on, no door open indicator in the instrument cluster/dash, no bottom red light, no courtesy lights when I open driver door...looks a lot easier to replace the entire unit for 22.50 on eBay instead of messing with it...I can finally say that I KNOW what the problem is. Thank you!

[@138bpmTV]

Gotta apply this fix tomorrow. Thanks for the how to guide bmac!

[@rlatall1]

great tips and video. My 05 Passat has this problem. I am on my way to fixing it. I have repaired New Beetle switches by replacing them with one from Radio Shack, but this installation is much easier. Thanks much

[@1polartiger]

Excellent, with much thanks. Revealed my front doors micros are out. No doom light or warning on dash that doors are open not working.

[@Fragtion]

Hi, i have an other question. Did you have ever measured the resistance of the Microswitch inside of the lockmodule? E.g. from the switch which is sensing the locked/unlocked position? In my rear left doorlock i can only measure 60mega ohm or infinit. And for the SAFE/UNSAFE it is the same . Also the same resistances.

[@ChrisPhoenixMusic]

Hi. Boot/hatch. I searched that and found this. Do you have a boot/hatch lock actuator assembly video?

[@unitedcolors2920]

Thanks bro👍👍👍👌👌,, from india🇮🇳

[@DenisMLawlor2002]

Does the drivers door lock module control the auto lock @25km p/h feature ? Thanks in advance.. excellent desc vid.

[@BMACVAGS]

Your CCM controls the autolock setting, but the door lock module controls the function

[@gutar2]

The actuator on my golf 2008 has a problem that the rear left door intermittently won’t unlock. When you press the button the lock makes a clunk - clunk lock/unlock sound. Sometimes it unlocks but not always. Any idea which micro switch to look at? At AUD 350 to replace the actuator I would rather just fix the micro switch. Hope the house renovation is going well. Thanks, great video

[@lordanubis5965]

What's the best way to get the locking mechanism out. 4 big torx screws on frame or 4 little torx screws on mechanism itself

[@vr6exy_mk3]

Great video 👍very well done and very much needed. Thank you 🙏

[@specialdefect00]

Great video mate. Having some issues with my Seat leon at the moment. I've put the new microswitch, the one in the locking part. The new problem is that the central locking doesn't work on that door now and the locking mechanism seems to work perfectly...hmm anyway great video and I'm going back to work.

[@dopiaza2006]

Check for dry joints on the 6 (or 8) pins connecting to the plastic connector on the PCB, I've seen many where that was the problem and the micro switches themselves were fine.

[@deanscott3357]

Hi any idea what the issue is on Mk5 golf's not unlocking/ locking? I assume the other microswitch may be the cause? Have you ever repaired this issue?

[@KIRKALLENMUSIC]

I have a 2009 VW Routan. It was working great, but the window broke, so I put a new window glass in it. I wasn't finished with re-installing the inside panel, so I had to close the door overnight. When I went back to open the door, no matter what I do the door just will not open so I can finish it. I see the similarities of these, but they are not exactly the same. Do the electronics for the door and window have to be connected for me to get the door open? I can just pry it open? I can almost see the mechanical parts from the inside door because the panel is not on? What can I do? I'm lost in Texas, with Spacex flying over my head!

[@adamredmond1914]

Super video mate! This may be a silly question, but, can i swap the module from drivers side to passenger side? As the central locking does not work from the Drivers door, but works from the passenger door.

[@michaelwright610]

Excellent video, thanks for taking the time to make it.....

[@jasoncoram2446]

you are a proper legend. watched all your vids thanks for sharing your knowledge ☺

[@Peter_Riis_DK]

Hello BMAC You show two micro switches beside each other and you say they are for telling the car the status of the lock. I have had mine taken apart, and I couldn't for the life of me tell what the upper switch is for. It isn't actuated by the locking slide and nothing else seemed to reach it. Do you know? Also, there's a white plastic "thingy" hinged to the cover of the lock, visible below the circuit board - it also seems to have no function. Puzzling. And thanks for the video man.

[@saavwafare]

Excellent video! Lot's of patience and detail your efforts were definitely appreciated.

[@BMACVAGS]

Thank you for watching

[@freitasmax]

Good evening. Firstly congratulations on the video. I did the process on my Golf 2001 and now when I turn the alarm glasses are not closing. The rest was ok including the port light did not work and the headlights on audible alert back to work. If I trigger control I close the windows in the doors work. What can it be?

[@stockbulll]

Thanks for taking the time to make this. I'm going to be doing this to three.

[@guy882]

Many thanks for this video - I just took my rear lock mechanism to pieces and fixed it by reflowing the solder on the circuit board - apparently this (dry solder joints) is a common fault. The symptom was that the rear lock would unlock a few seconds after it was locked, which was very annoying!

[@staffanfogelberg6816]

Is the spring the only loose part inside the ms? When I opened my switch up, the spring fell out together with the small t-shaped contact plate. Is it broken or do I just have to find a way to put it all back together? Sorry for my English. ..😉

[@solefreak2]

How on earth do you get one of these out? My Skoda Octy mk2 rear door is not un-locking, also have the child safety lock on so can't open from the inside! Having had a look at the very few vids out there, it seems a nightmare to dismantle the complete door card, take glass out before tackling the mechanism!

[@plasticbaldy]

Great tute. Thanks. Have you worked on Mercedes W163 (mine is 2001 ML320) door central locking ? My rears have failed.

[@garyfischbach9102]

Great tutorial. We have a 2001 VW Cabrio and the doors won't lock or unlock with the key. It was a used purchase and key fobs didn't come with it. The door lights come on when the doors are opened. The keys will arm the alarm and disable the alarm. It's just that the doors won't lock. Any ideas? Thank you.

[@buddhudd1054]

Your Videos are always very informative . Great Job.

[@mcm9329]

Thankyou..greatly appreciated

[@angle4385]

Hello I have a 2008 skoda octavia scout last month or so i have had what i think is what your saying. Symptoms are driving the drivers door only sounds like it unlocks interior light comes on and shows up on maxi dot driver door open but its not open physical. Also while car lock and no one in it the car alarm will just actived. It is only intermittent at the moment is it just a matter of new micro switch. Regards Alex

[@walricojacobs9584]

We have a 2004 VW Jetta 16i. The door lock with the key button also with the button on the inside. If you try to unlock the driver door with the key button it does not unlock the door you have to use the manual key, but if you are inside the car and you press the unlock button by the windows it unlocks. With the key button al the doors unlock apart from the driver door, what could be the problem ?

[@johnmcmanus2598]

Mate is there a difference between the mk 4 and mk 5 module? I have every one of those problems with the alarm going off and no lights on the door panel etc

[@BMACVAGS]

When you say fix there are a couple of options, replace or repair. In my opinion repair is the best option, because you know what has been done instead of buying a used part and having no idea of the history, but either is ok.

[@ssgeek4515]

Rather than open the switch I would of used half a can of switch cleaner in a small container and immersed the switch in the fluid and left.saves breaking the switch

[@TheSootpig]

Good vid I soaked my module overnight in WD40 which helped for 6/7 months then bought new ebay replacement for £25

[@szalasizsolt71]

Hey again, thanks to your videos, not so long ago i repaired my vw bora driver side door switch, didn't light up the door light, the roof light, and i didn't knew that it had an alarm when you leave the lights on and pull the key out. :-)) Removed the door panel, removed the lock module and tried to fix it as the video showed. I couldn't split it in 2 to get the microswitch out, but i washed it with WD-40 how i could, and it worked exelent till a few weeks ago. now the lights go on when i open the door, the alarm beeps when i leave the lights, but when i want to close all the doors from inside with the remote, or the close button on the panel the driver side lock rod keeps popping out. is that the switch, or the weldings in the electrical side?

[@kiranpanchal6744]

Nice video, I am try repare my corsa c 54 3 door and, it's drivers side is the problems need to replace door lock actuator can you make a video on this that will be great.

[@remotaurog]

Good video,best to test for power,signal and ground before you take the actuator out,check wiring diagram .

[@av8089]

Hi, when i replace lock door o vwtiguan 2009,,should do make any setting change or coding ????

[@brunoliveir]

Hi, nice tutorial!!! Only one question: What is the car model of this door lock??? Is this lock from a Jetta MK6 or similar???

[@georgekontopoulos]

Thanks nice video. Can you please help to show how we can unfit the back door to take the electric lock out?

[@karanbhardiya3626]

Hello buddy thanks for your video. I have I basically 2 problems in my Skoda Laura co passenger side lock. 1st is it does not shows on door open light on dashboard when the door is opened. 2nd is when I press unlock button for the door the co passenger side door does not unlocks. it stays locked. after repeated pressing on the door's lock & unlock button the lock finally unlocks. can you please let me know where exactly the issue can be

[@curtchase3730]

Great video! Well done and instructional. BUT, had same problem on my 2001 Beetle driver side. Open door, no interior lights, alarm can go off, etc. The lock you have in video looks like an improved version, since my micro switch (with the wires) does NOT come off! It is hard riveted to the steel frame. I took the whole assembly apart like video shows, re-heated all solder joints on board, lubed, checked switches for good electrical functions...All ok. Re-assembled, and still had problem! Turns out that non removable switch fatigued and the plunger was not being pushed in enough to trip it! The fix is to force the body of the switch closer to the latch cam. I jammed a tiny screw under the switch and fixed it! Cheap cheap junk! Too much plastic! Grrrr. Thanks.

[@BMACVAGS]

Ingenious, love to hear testimonials like these. Excellent work!!