Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 16V, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 FSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.6 FSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 FSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 SDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.9 TDI 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 FSI 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 GTI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 3.2 R32 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 16V, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 GTI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change door lock VW GOLF 5 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: door lock – VW Golf 5. List of the tools you'll need:
Electronic spray
Torque wrench
Torx bit T20
Torx bit T30
XZN socket bit # 6
Ratchet wrench
Painter's tape
Flat Screwdriver
Plastic trim tool
Replacement: door lock – VW Golf 5. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • The procedure for replacing the locks on the right and left front doors is identical.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW Golf 5 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the car door.
  2. Step 2
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    Detach the plastic cover from the edge of the door. Use a plastic trim tool.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the fastener of the door lock cylinder. Use Torx T20.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the door lock cylinder. Use a plastic trim tool.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the handle-to-lock cable. Use a flat screwdriver.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the door handle.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the door handle bracket. Use Torx T20.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the outer door panel. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Use the masking tape to prevent plastic and painted parts of the car from being damaged.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the outer door panel. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the outer door panel.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: door lock – VW Golf 5. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the door opening mechanism. Use a flat screwdriver.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the protective cover of the door.
    Replacement: door lock – VW Golf 5. Tip:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  14. Step 14
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    Unscrew the door lock fasteners. Use XZN #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 15
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    Disconnect the door lock.
  16. Step 16
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    Detach the door lock connector.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: door lock – VW Golf 5. To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
  17. Step 17
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    Detach the door lock actuator cable.
  18. Step 18
    Remove the door lock.
    Step 19
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    Attach the door lock actuator cable.
  19. Step 20
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    Install the new lock.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: door lock – VW Golf 5. To avoid damaging the part during installation, do not use excessive force.
  20. Step 21
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    Tighten the door lock fasteners. Use XZN #6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 21 nm torque.
  21. Step 22
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    Treat the door lock connector. Use dielectric grease.
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