How to fix stuck VW door that won't open

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  • @tallboy2301
    @tallboy2301 Před rokem +10

    Thank you so much. Your excellent teaching and detailed explanation managed to solve the problem with my 06 Golf passenger door. It's amazing to think that tiny little adjustment of the cable end lug in the door handle can be so critical. I was very depressed initially when my door module replacement didn't work, but following your advice I have fixed the problem and I'm now very happy. Brilliant work!

  • @zackp475
    @zackp475 Před rokem +1

    I had to take the door skin off my front passenger side door to repair the outer weather strip and this video saved me from panicking after I finished putting everything back together and i closed my door and the door would not open. I neglected to test the lock mechansim/latch with the door open first.
    The explanation and demonstrations were super clear. I simply needed to mount the cable retainer more towards the middle of the bracket/mount thing on the door handle. I had it stretched out almost exactly the same as demonstrated. Everrything is good as new now.

  • @colt11mitsi
    @colt11mitsi Před 3 lety +10

    Excellent video, very informative and I like your style of commentary.

  • @danielhamer8742
    @danielhamer8742 Před rokem +3

    I must say, your clear and concise guidance is second to none.. I will try this tomorrow on my 2007 vw bettle, but I want to say the way you "teach" is brilliant! Thank you!!

  • @malcolmelliott5381
    @malcolmelliott5381 Před 4 měsíci +1

    You are an absolute ACE. Top marks here. Many many thanks. I'll sort the door out in the morning.

  • @ramoncordova3435
    @ramoncordova3435 Před 3 lety +21

    I was having the same issue with my 08 Jetta and I spent days researching and trying to figure out what the problem was until I found this GREAT video. I was able to fix my door in minutes.
    Thank you SO much!

  • @indiogoa
    @indiogoa Před rokem

    One of the best DIY videos I've seen, you really do a nice job of explaining the whole troubleshooting and repair process. Thank you!

  • @RigHauler
    @RigHauler Před 2 měsíci

    Thanks for sharing this video. I have Passat 2005 and I purchased it brand new in 2005 but I have this problem with door locks for the last couple of years now. Now I will follow your advice and try to get it fixed. You saved me a lot of work and time. Thanks again.

  • @jimkai5413
    @jimkai5413 Před 3 lety +10

    Wonderful explanation, very detailed, will help a lot of VW owners. Thank you

  • @jorgeandresgacharna7461
    @jorgeandresgacharna7461 Před 2 lety +4

    I am having the same issue with my 2011 Jetta. I spent days researching the problem. I have no words to say thanks and you have given me a really good explanation of what's going on in my car. Great video, and explanation

  • @georgekosovic
    @georgekosovic Před rokem +1

    I watched your previous video and thought it was excellent. This one is even better. I appreciate your precise use of language, the many helpful details in your instructions, and your wonderful use of video recording. A few minutes ago, I applied what you show in the first video on the Jetta rear door lock problem. Now I look forward to applying the cable adjustment you teach here and seeing if it will address all the issues with the left rear door locking on my 2006 Jetta TDI. Love your work! Thank you.

  • @mista044
    @mista044 Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks to you I fix my 2010 VW Jetta. I managed to fix my car with the same issue and fixed it within 5 min, easy step by step instructions.
    Thank you so much
    I'm a subscriber now 😊

  • @keketsokhotso9391
    @keketsokhotso9391 Před 3 lety +8

    This is a wonderfully detailed explanatory video, thank you thank you thank you

  • @MrFogartmj
    @MrFogartmj Před 2 lety +1

    Great advice and enjoyed how thorough and clear the explanation was. Many thanks !

  • @malcallen695
    @malcallen695 Před 3 lety +7

    Brilliant video thank you saved me an expensive bill from the garage

  • @dirkrettberg6869
    @dirkrettberg6869 Před rokem +2

    Appreciate the knowledge and confidence that your clearly detailed diagnosis and solutions provide. Thank you my friend!

  • @lennycook206
    @lennycook206 Před rokem

    Just done cv boot and new front spring due to 1 snapping. 24 hours before mot. All proud of a good job well done by myself. Car all ready to pass and as I'm cleaning up.... Rear drivers door won't open. Luckily my temper had a rare moment of success. Slap the door just below handle and it opens. Hope the mot tester doesn't accidentally lock my car before they walk around the 4 doors. This is a disgrace of a design but your vid is fabulous.

    • @lennycook206
      @lennycook206 Před rokem

      Actually I retract that. Didn't work. The cable mechanism just doesn't spring back now and there is slack when handle is released. Oh well nothings as easy as YT vids with my car. Maybe a can of petrol and a match as its getting on my ti9s

  • @thisisLlew
    @thisisLlew Před 3 lety

    i had a problem where the bit you took out of the handle had come loose, watching this video helped me work out the cause, so thank you. great video

  • @93_rafael
    @93_rafael Před rokem

    Such an amazing guy. Vw just as he said put everything upside-down, it's unbelievable how they do it. Thank you do much for your video, I've had both back doors not working, Thanks!!!

  • @chadgarrett1971
    @chadgarrett1971 Před 2 lety

    This video saved me. Cannot thank you enough for posting this. I just purchased a 2001 Audi TT and it is becoming a larger project than expected.

  • @markhainsworth1629
    @markhainsworth1629 Před 2 lety

    Amazing. I fitted a new lock today and found the door would not open from inside or outside. 30 seconds with a right-angled pick and the door opens. What a relief. Thank you for your valuable contribution to VW owners.

  • @shamielnaidoo7712
    @shamielnaidoo7712 Před rokem +3

    Very much helpful, had the same issue on one of my rear passenger doors, I did exactly everything the way it was explained and now my door works thanks a million for the help ✌️

  • @ionutpavel9265
    @ionutpavel9265 Před 2 lety +1

    good sir,you’re a gold mine ! I had the exact problem with the tension on that short cable and it was driving me crazy cuz i didnt knew what was the problem. Thx a million times!

  • @robotfinger5
    @robotfinger5 Před 8 měsíci

    Awesome video! I have a jetta coming into my shop today that I previously replaced her broken glass on right rear. By taking the door skin off, vacuum glass and reassemble but her door now won't open from inside or outside. Saw grooves on cable and I installed it at far end, opposite of what you showed where it should be. Thank you again for great content

  • @musicvanman9175
    @musicvanman9175 Před 3 lety +6

    Excellent video,spot on,saved me a lot,brilliant.

  • @ovivas.
    @ovivas. Před 2 lety

    Dear sir, I had the same problem on my 2006 SEAT Altea. I saw your excellent explanations about the problem and was able to open the door in no time. I thank you wholeheartedly for your reassuring explanations and I'm sure others will definitely find your videos most useful.

  • @F9LMP
    @F9LMP Před 3 měsíci

    I’ve got the mk5 R32 and I’m having problems with the rear doors and front passenger door and your videos are very helpful

  • @mikepettigrew7544
    @mikepettigrew7544 Před rokem

    I’ve been having this problem on my 06 jetta tdi and couldn’t think of ANY way to get it open until now going to try doing this today 👍🏻 Thank you!!

  • @timandresivertsvik6769

    Thank you for this nice lecture on the mechanism, finaly i can get my LH door to open again from the outside. Thx

  • @9olevels
    @9olevels Před 9 měsíci

    Excellent video with a comprehensive explanation of how to fix this very common issue! Well done!

  • @ardalanhaddad209
    @ardalanhaddad209 Před 6 měsíci

    I had just finished watching the part 1 of this video ,and watching this is going to really help me drill down to my issue. If I am facing with the same problem for Kia, I will be so relieved to be able to fix it myself using your guidance.
    I will definitely give it ago and see how it goes.
    You are helping so many people globally to save so much money. Keep it coming. SUBSCRIBED.

  • @petercullen6516
    @petercullen6516 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you for sharing this excellent video.

  • @anthonygrech7001
    @anthonygrech7001 Před 2 lety

    Dear Sir,
    I had he same problem on my VW Polo 2002. I watched your excellent explanations on the problem and I was able to open the door in no time. I thank you heartily for your reassuring explanations and I'm sure that others will definitely find your videos most helpful. I subscribed immediately and will be looking forward for other of your videos. Thanks again.

  • @beadsman13
    @beadsman13 Před 3 lety +1

    Very good video for all VW owners. Thanks!

  • @rmgriffiths82
    @rmgriffiths82 Před 3 lety +2

    Brilliant - this fix worked for me. Thank you!

  • @trevorcostello6271
    @trevorcostello6271 Před 3 lety +3

    I love the way to explain things your a good teacher thanks for tips new subscriber thanks

  • @jamesdam3170
    @jamesdam3170 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for showing the excellent works

  • @Lockhart1981
    @Lockhart1981 Před 3 lety +3

    Awesome vid, just ordered a new mechanism, I will try this first 🤙🏻

  • @beauthebulldog9880
    @beauthebulldog9880 Před 3 lety +2

    fantastic videos with great detail thank you

  • @frankb2652
    @frankb2652 Před 2 lety

    The early Porsche Cayennes had much in common with VW, this is a solution for a common door latch issue (trouble opening) Many thanks!

  • @hexhex7220
    @hexhex7220 Před 2 lety +1

    You are a brilliant teacher..Thank you

  • @djalecarras4016
    @djalecarras4016 Před rokem

    Thank you dude! You saved my life 😂
    I changed myself the rear actuator from my Jetta and it didn't work and my brain almost collapse 🤦🏻
    Thank you again!

  • @tonysaberwal8895
    @tonysaberwal8895 Před rokem

    Very well explained and got the door locks working as they should. Many Thanks.

  • @giorgostexnikos6976
    @giorgostexnikos6976 Před 3 lety +2

    the secret for mechanic.best video ever.bravo.thenks.........

  • @andriidukhnovski5972
    @andriidukhnovski5972 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you very much, my friend. Thank you for your work, your time, and your video. You have helped me a lot. Thank you!!!

  • @hughiem100
    @hughiem100 Před 3 lety +6

    Brilliant well done keep it up great work

  • @feroz.c2478
    @feroz.c2478 Před 3 lety +2

    Great video my good man..saved me alot of money and time.. God bless

  • @briangarrod8664
    @briangarrod8664 Před 2 lety

    Wonderful teacher, what a smashing talent. Keep producing content please.

  • @oneness8802
    @oneness8802 Před 2 lety

    Thankyou. Just tried this , as my car failed not due to rear door not opening. Looked at a few videos of replacement of whole lock including yours!!
    I adjusted the cable in the handle with a small head screwdriver. Took me a few minutes. And omg the door now operates!!!!!!! But I also have to press twice on my alarm key fob to access rear doors. Omg someone quoted me £300 to fix this 🤗😁😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏
    It's a bit of a con scam when people say to replace the whole lock !!!!!

  • @jmickett
    @jmickett Před rokem

    Thanks so much for posting this video. It helped me easily and cheaply fix the problem that has been bugging me for months!

  • @ricardforns919
    @ricardforns919 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for doing a double effort. The first in the technical explanation that is brilliant and the second by using a good diction and slow English to facilitate understanding. Tomorrow I will try what I learned in a VW polo ... Thanks

  • @davidallen2731
    @davidallen2731 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video very well explained very detailed great teacher

  • @w4114w
    @w4114w Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for your very educational videos!!

  • @vtecgrin4503
    @vtecgrin4503 Před rokem

    Excellent diagnosis, fix ,and explanation

  • @endtimesign
    @endtimesign Před 3 lety

    Exactly the same problem that I have on my 01VW TDI with 302, 300 miles on it, both rear doors are acting up and the passenger rear door almost never opens. The driver side just started acting up, now I have to something about it, so glad I found your video. Thank you so much.

    • @joshstowe1745
      @joshstowe1745 Před 2 měsíci

      Did this wind up solving your problem? I have the same year and model as you and all doors are acting up. Feedback would be awesome!

  • @SunilSharma-lo8uf
    @SunilSharma-lo8uf Před rokem

    It has helped me fix the exact problem with my Jetta .Words are not enough to Thank you 🙏

  • @ArGeNTiiNoNY
    @ArGeNTiiNoNY Před 3 lety

    I just followed all the steps. It’s working. Thanks man. 👌👌👌🤙🤙🤙

  • @oneness8802
    @oneness8802 Před 2 lety

    Hi from England
    I'm going to try this with with my vw golf door tomorrow. I got it to open by doing similar but I would never of thought of adjusting the cable with that little grooves. But this makes a lot of sense. Because it will pull the lock mechanism more toward you to open the lock. I was going to order a whole new lock. One be garage said it be around £300 to fix .
    Thanks. I'd definitely bring my car to you if you lived closer.

  • @MrFlange10
    @MrFlange10 Před 3 lety +5

    Thankyou sir! It worked perfectly first time😬

  • @gayasuddinsyed3087
    @gayasuddinsyed3087 Před 3 lety +2

    Excellent and very informative video sir

  • @ryanybos
    @ryanybos Před 9 měsíci

    Great camera shot of the retainer thank you!

  • @michaelpearshouse1100
    @michaelpearshouse1100 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you. I'm going to try this on my 2006 Skoda Octavia.

  • @ArGeNTiiNoNY
    @ArGeNTiiNoNY Před 3 lety +1

    Wow awesome thanks man. My left rear door won’t open from outside or inside so I will deff
    Try this out.

  • @ljvolschenk9870
    @ljvolschenk9870 Před rokem

    Thank you for the great informative tutorial. Can't wait to try it on my vw gti.

  • @boosteddiesel1834
    @boosteddiesel1834 Před 3 lety +1

    Very informative video, thank you!

  • @adifferentpointofview6929

    This is the best car repair video on any problem that I have seen on CZcams!!
    Going to try this now on my 2010 Skoda Fabia driver's door. Does anyone out there know why my electric windows open whenever I unlock the doors on this car? Used to be an intermittent thing but now it's every time! Very annoying.

  • @foshizle121
    @foshizle121 Před rokem

    I have a b5 and i got my door stuck while changing lock cylinder, but thid video saved my ass! Thanks man!

  • @andrewburdett7243
    @andrewburdett7243 Před rokem

    Absolute legend
    Gonna try this out on my touran. Both rear doors stuck !!
    Keep you posted

  • @kd8822577
    @kd8822577 Před rokem

    Thank you saved me hours of work.

  • @BogyB0G
    @BogyB0G Před 3 lety

    I have a Audi a4 with the same problem on left backdoor. I will try to fix the door tommorow. Thank you from Germany 😁

  • @gandavnarrain2855
    @gandavnarrain2855 Před rokem

    Excellent. Helps me to fix my back door. Thank you.

  • @jimphillpot8067
    @jimphillpot8067 Před 3 lety +6

    Loved the video, great teacher. However, I released the cable as shown but still can't open the door from the inside. I even fashioned a hook from a wire coat hanger and inserted it through the hole once occupied by the cable. I can feel it pulling the lever forward and on release, the lever snaps back into position but still the inside handle won't open the door. Any ideas?

  • @johntenhave1
    @johntenhave1 Před 3 lety +1

    Very useful video Thank you!

  • @davidcollins5813
    @davidcollins5813 Před rokem

    Really brilliant. I think you have just saved me a lot of money. Thank you 😊

  • @falahaljaf7452
    @falahaljaf7452 Před 2 lety

    Thank you very much sir,you solved my problem I put new lock on passenger door and after that it was not open from outside,after I adjust the cable now work perfectly in and out,,,Thank you again.

  • @johnklunder1968
    @johnklunder1968 Před 2 lety

    Solved my problem- thanks so much for posting this!

  • @mervyncausier
    @mervyncausier Před 3 lety +11

    Brilliant ! That saves a lot of time . Well done ! 👍

  • @colinsalter3516
    @colinsalter3516 Před 3 lety +1

    Good video. Thanks for posting .this job just cost me £300 to get fixed . If it happens again I will know what to do thanks

  • @MrBijter
    @MrBijter Před 5 měsíci

    Great tip. Simple and no costs at all 😀😀😀

  • @mohamedrabahi1233
    @mohamedrabahi1233 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks, i have the same problem, i will try it next weekend

  • @miguelangeldominguez8537

    Thank you so much for your advice and excellen explanation. I hav'n solve the problem yet with my stuked door but now I have an idea to how solve it without go to a mechanic nor spent any money.
    I will tell you when I have fix the passenger front door of my VW Jetta. See you soon!!!

  • @AngusBeath
    @AngusBeath Před rokem

    Thanks for putting up this video - really helpful!

  • @mrbastami3278
    @mrbastami3278 Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks for sharing 👍, one small suggestion, maybe next videos can be shortened, not sure we need to know where you bought the car etc 🤣.

  • @steveo6944
    @steveo6944 Před 3 lety

    superb videos thanks this lock problem is exactly the same with my Passat 2008 sportwagen. I now know how to fix it thanks again 👍

  • @Regulators0001
    @Regulators0001 Před 2 lety

    Legendary about to fix my passat with same parts. Outer door lock intermittent lock same issue. Thanks buddy

  • @FB-wp9of
    @FB-wp9of Před 3 lety +2

    Great video - I will be trying this on my polo with the same problem!!

    • @dirtyfork1
      @dirtyfork1 Před 3 lety

      worked for you? I have an 2008 Ibiza with the same problem

    • @jonnyiles4665
      @jonnyiles4665 Před 3 lety

      @@dirtyfork1 my 2010 scirocco won’t open from the outside and I can’t figure out why 😫 had the whole lot off today, door card, handle, lock everything. Took the mech off and it worked fine in my hands?! As soon as I re fitted it, it’s stopped working again! 😖

  • @ollie-allen
    @ollie-allen Před rokem

    Thank you for this video. Very helpful 👌

  • @dougzthou
    @dougzthou Před rokem

    Great vid. Very clear. I have the same issue on my 2007 Golf TDI. Hopefully this vid will help me fix it.

  • @Belginator
    @Belginator Před rokem

    Well done. Mine was intermittently not opening on the front passenger side, By using releasing spray inside the handle mechanism fixed it for me but I wouldn't have tried there without your wisdom,

  • @weekaung
    @weekaung Před 3 lety

    Excellent video. Just had this problem last week, my vw Golf MK5 door is stuck and cannot be opened either from inside or outside. Hope that I am facing this exact problem when I have time to look into the problem maybe later this week. Thank you and by the way, I thought you were a Toyota guy from your other channel.

  • @aaronmorgan1808
    @aaronmorgan1808 Před 9 měsíci

    Great Video! This worked on my 2002 golf

  • @wivaquif
    @wivaquif Před rokem

    Fantastic tip, thank you for sharing.

  • @jamesdevrees8663
    @jamesdevrees8663 Před 9 měsíci

    What worked just FINE on out 2014 Sportwagen door!

  • @hillisdave
    @hillisdave Před 3 lety

    Fantastic wife just got a fsi golf with same issue this was helpful off to get a 20 torx

  • @boefje1976
    @boefje1976 Před rokem

    I have the same problem with my audi s8 '07,doesnt hurt to give it a try,before going to a garage,thank you for your video!!i'll be back 😁

  • @M6K9B
    @M6K9B Před rokem

    Thank you. Excellent video.

  • @actv8tordc
    @actv8tordc Před rokem

    Thank you. Great video, nice detail. I have a potential rear passenger side door lock/unlock issue on 2007 Rabbit 2.5l. I have the video saved so I can go back to it if needed. Much appreciated. JV.

  • @geeegeee
    @geeegeee Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing, very helpful!👍

  • @PedroBello850
    @PedroBello850 Před rokem

    Muchas gracias. Me has ayudado con mi problema con un coche parecido que lleva el mismo sistema. Un saludo desde Tenerife, Islas Canarias, España.
    Muchas gracias amigo.👍

  • @vitoriarui7091
    @vitoriarui7091 Před 3 lety +1

    At VW they know very well what is the problem,but they refuse to fix it,instead they mount new ones.500 hundred bucks for two doors,you didnt save me because i already knew what was the problem,but you save so many who had no other choice but to pay,thank you for being generous and share this intel...all the best...