Thanks so much. You did a good job. I got my actuator done in less than 2 hours, and everything works. Without your video, I wouldn't have known what i was up against or where to start. Thanks so much. Tom from Canada
Just wanted to say thank you! Jetta same year and door wouldn’t lock. I followed the exact steps to replace the actuator in the video and now it’s fixed!
I'm very grateful to you for this video. Have a 2013 Beetle with the same module. Couldn't figure out the outside door latch cable...which you figured out in seconds. Awesome dude. Thanks so much. BTW, the dust cover is NOT on my Beetle.
Thank you so much. This video was great. I can tell you how much I appreciated this video. Thank you so much for taking the time to post this My tool list T20 torx bit with a long handle T30 torx with a long handle Triple spline square socket set and wrench Plastic trim removal tools Lock actuator.
Thank you sir, for this video! Totally agree, not enough of these on the internet! And these lock actuator modules fail like crazy! I've had three fail in my car so far (2012 GLI), insane...
This helped me change the lock actuator in my front passenger door! And for half the price of taking it to get fixed. Thanks so much! The noise was driving me insane!
great video man, i had the same issue on my rear left door on a 2013 jetta the locking and unlocking was driving me crazy, managed to get a new actuator for about 100 bucks, and thanks to your video and the tips i was able to do the job myself, thanks again and keep the videos coming 🖒🖒🖒
looks like i have the same problem. Thanks for the video, will follow your steps. Lot of trouble just to fix the door lock. Nothing is simple about fixing german car, idiots could have provided a manual lock, just in case.
They did - Look under the entire door handle on the outside of the car, you'll notice a gap to wedge your key into. Wedge it in, pry off the plastic and it will reveal a regular barrel lock. Here is a picture of what I mean: i.ytimg.com/vi/HycztXefMVw/maxresdefault.jpg
Thanks for the vid! Have same issues mk6 Jetta 2013. One quick question the actuator I bought from Ebay doesn't come with the latch cable on top should I attach the old cable to the new one?
My 2012 gti front passenger door will not stay closed, the latch mechanism isn’t working. Just removed this actuator from the door - which my gti did not have that extra panel hole to work through, sure wish it did!!! Gonna be real hard to put back 🤯😭
@@116falconer thank you! I was able to find them on eBay! I initially looked through other VW sites and they had them listed at much higher prices! Appreciate the help!
Thanks for posting an MK6 video since this is the first one for this repair. I have a problem with my front door which is not the same as the rear. The distance from the opening and to the actuator are further. Any chance you know of someone who did the front driver door? I could not find any videos of it.
I've done it - Don't be afraid, it's much easier than I expected. Just unlock the car and disconnect the battery before you start the repair, otherwise you'll get an error code. By disconnecting the battery you won't get any errors.
Does the door lock switch on the right rear door have anything to do with the switch the driver uses to lock all the doors because when I press the button I hear all the locks click but when I go and check the doors the right rear door does not lockSo chances are it would be the actuator and not just the switch itself
@@116falconer no the actual switch does nothing .. i press the lock / unlock symbol switch and nothing .. so it’s the actuator the fuses have nothing to do with it .. there’s no fuse for the locks
+Jamie Doyle I purchased an 'OBDEleven', for $80 it's worth having 👍👍 I really recommend getting a set of triple square spline bits, for the money it makes life easier 🍻🍻🍻
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Thank you for this tutorial! A shop wanted $400 to change out this part.
Thank you, Sir! Without your video i would toetally mess everything up!
Thanks so much. You did a good job. I got my actuator done in less than 2 hours, and everything works. Without your video, I wouldn't have known what i was up against or where to start. Thanks so much. Tom from Canada
Just wanted to say thank you! Jetta same year and door wouldn’t lock. I followed the exact steps to replace the actuator in the video and now it’s fixed!
Thank you brother, I do appreciate taking the time to share this vid.
Thank you for the video! You have a great way of explaining things and have no gimmicks. So thank you :)
I'm very grateful to you for this video. Have a 2013 Beetle with the same module. Couldn't figure out the outside door latch cable...which you figured out in seconds. Awesome dude. Thanks so much. BTW, the dust cover is NOT on my Beetle.
Thank you for making this video. I have a 2014 Jetta and I'll probably be replacing both rear door lock actuators in the spring.
Thank you. Wouldn't have been able to do this without your video.much appreciated
I have the same door issue on the same side. Thank you. Now I gotta buy the part
Thanks man your video helped me out so much very easy to understand listening to you. Keep making videos
Thank you so much. This video was great.
I can tell you how much I appreciated this video. Thank you so much for taking the time to post this
My tool list
T20 torx bit with a long handle
T30 torx with a long handle
Triple spline square socket set and wrench
Plastic trim removal tools
Lock actuator.
Thank you sir, for this video! Totally agree, not enough of these on the internet! And these lock actuator modules fail like crazy! I've had three fail in my car so far (2012 GLI), insane...
Damn
I am going to stock up
Excellent video. Very very clear instructions.
Thanks for posting this video. It saved me a lot of time when I had to replace the rear door lock actuator on my Jetta.
This helped me change the lock actuator in my front passenger door! And for half the price of taking it to get fixed. Thanks so much! The noise was driving me insane!
Is it difficult to change? My front driver door already started to fail...
Andi Powell how did you deal with the window regulator? Did you remove lower bolt and push it inside?
great video man, i had the same issue on my rear left door on a 2013 jetta the locking and unlocking was driving me crazy, managed to get a new actuator for about 100 bucks, and thanks to your video and the tips i was able to do the job myself, thanks again and keep the videos coming 🖒🖒🖒
where did you get the new actuator from
Ebay has them for like $40
Thanks for the vid, I can finally rest at ease going over 5mph now lol
Thank You so much for the Video, it was useful for my Škoda Octavia 3 for changing the rear actuator…
Thank you very much for the video. Its a great video and great explenation. I have the same problem but rear left door.
Thanks for the video. I got one of those multi bit sets from Harbor that has the M bits, T’s, hex, square etc for like $12.
Good video!
Thank you sir, you saved me $200 by not having to go to the dealer
Excellent video man!! One question, did you programmed the new actuator with the VIN number?
Thanks for video very helpful
looks like i have the same problem. Thanks for the video, will follow your steps. Lot of trouble just to fix the door lock. Nothing is simple about fixing german car, idiots could have provided a manual lock, just in case.
They did - Look under the entire door handle on the outside of the car, you'll notice a gap to wedge your key into. Wedge it in, pry off the plastic and it will reveal a regular barrel lock. Here is a picture of what I mean: i.ytimg.com/vi/HycztXefMVw/maxresdefault.jpg
Matt Bates wow. Didn’t expect that there. Thanks my friend.
What size is the triple square bit? I have a set but it doesn’t work.
This is awesome now I can fix my girls car door actuator. Thanks. Has your horn gone out?
Thank you great video 👍👍👍
Thanks, had the same issue. Had to come back to see that to get the cable off, just twist.
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Mind to know the OBD tool you used for the scanning?
Thanks for the info ...your right there is nothing on mk6. Where did you get the old 11 reader?
Thanks for the vid! Have same issues mk6 Jetta 2013. One quick question the actuator I bought from Ebay doesn't come with the latch cable on top should I attach the old cable to the new one?
My 2012 gti front passenger door will not stay closed, the latch mechanism isn’t working. Just removed this actuator from the door - which my gti did not have that extra panel hole to work through, sure wish it did!!! Gonna be real hard to put back 🤯😭
What was the part number? This a great video, I need to replace my left rear actuator
Could you please write what exactly bits are needed? Thank you!
Thank you for the video! My wife has this car and I need to replace it. Any links on where one can find the part?
There’s a bunch on eBay, they run between $30 - $40.🍻🍻🍻
@@116falconer thank you! I was able to find them on eBay! I initially looked through other VW sites and they had them listed at much higher prices! Appreciate the help!
Thanks for making this, it helped a lot.
On my 2012 Jetta, the doors don't have that open space like yours does. Just a little space to barely get my hand in.
My golf does this the door will lock if you close the door after you’ve locked the car but it’s still a pain
Thanks for posting an MK6 video since this is the first one for this repair. I have a problem with my front door which is not the same as the rear. The distance from the opening and to the actuator are further. Any chance you know of someone who did the front driver door? I could not find any videos of it.
Mike Davis I have to do the front as well. You figure anything out on it?
I've done it - Don't be afraid, it's much easier than I expected. Just unlock the car and disconnect the battery before you start the repair, otherwise you'll get an error code. By disconnecting the battery you won't get any errors.
How you take the stripped triple square screw out? I stripped mines also
Did u figure that out
Does the door lock switch on the right rear door have anything to do with the switch the driver uses to lock all the doors because when I press the button I hear all the locks click but when I go and check the doors the right rear door does not lockSo chances are it would be the actuator and not just the switch itself
If you use the rear switch does it lock? Sounds like the actuator 👍👍
@@116falconer no the actual switch does nothing .. i press the lock / unlock symbol switch and nothing .. so it’s the actuator the fuses have nothing to do with it .. there’s no fuse for the locks
Impressive
Is this the same on the vw golf 2012 mk6?
I don’t know? Have you tried looking the part up for both and seeing if the part # is the same?
Your cover is missing
Nice video man, I have the same problem , thanks to u ill change it out my self , how do u scan the car for errors ? Cheers
+Jamie Doyle I purchased an 'OBDEleven', for $80 it's worth having 👍👍 I really recommend getting a set of triple square spline bits, for the money it makes life easier 🍻🍻🍻
Would be nice if better visuals!
So there is no way of locking door until I replace the actuator ??
If you can get access to the rod you could, maybe if you remove the door panel.
Has anyone had trouble removing the rear lock on a b6 Passat. Ill be tricked how to get the damn thing out after its unbolted and loose.
No faults, until you get a bad intake runner flap lol.. nice video tho
14:55 😂🤣
common problem I see
ah yes, made in mexico.. quality German