Drver central locking not working

1997 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 cl estate
Car: Volkswagen Golf
Year: 1997
Variant: 1.8 cl estate
Categories: Leaks & Noises
hi there,i hope some 1 can help.my drivers side door lock just turns round with no reaction from the central locking.i took the door card off and compared it to the passenger side and found there was a spring that was slack.does any one know if this a replacement part or a hole new unit.

thanks for the help.

ben.
Problem added: Feb 22, 2009 (15 years ago)
the only way to find out is get in touch with the dealer but most cases they will try any sell the whole lock setup but may not be as expensive as you may think if you can fit it yourself as that will cut out the labour involved
Answered Feb 22, 2009 (15 years ago)
cheers mate,do you have any ideas for the elctric window problem above this 1.
thanks again ben
Answered Feb 22, 2009 (15 years ago)
Hi
My old golf had this problem & it bugged me for a while, theres a paddle that goes from the barrel to the locking mechanism in the door, this metal paddle sometimes snaps which makes the key turn.
If you go to a VW dealer & explain 2 some one in the parts department they may still have the part for it
Answered Apr 13, 2009 (14 years ago)
You need to replace the paddle on the back of the door key barrell it is sold in a kit from dealers you do not need to take door card off just remove handle,when the door is open look by the catch that secures the door shut you will find a blanking cap if still fitted or you will see the bolt you need to undo to remove handle take out this bolt and the handle slides and then pulls out you will probably have to remove the broken end of the paddle out of operating mechanism you will see this if you look through where you have taken handle out
Answered May 7, 2009 (14 years ago)

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