The door does not open from the outside and the only way to get in is to pull the inside handle whilst simultaneously clicking the unlock button inside the drivers door i understand the easiest way to replace the unit is to take off the outer door.
Mk5 golf rear door lock module replacement.
This thread explains the configuration process of replacement front door control modules for most 2005 through 2007 1k chassis vw golf and jetta nar us canadian market models.
Furthermore the left front 42 in addition to the right front 52 modules should be replaced as a matching pair to prevent one touch up down window problems in addition to rear door communication issues.
Since writing this article i have had to replace a second door lock module.
When these cars were originally made they used door controllers the window motor assembly with a control module to handle things like mirrors and locks with the can protocol.
It looks like the lock mechanism on our golf is on its way out.
When 4th generation uds protocol front door modules are sold and installed as direct replacements they may not communicate diagnostically until the 19 can gateway is replaced.
The first indication that the rear driver s door lock module was starting to fail was when the door did not unlock along with all the other doors.
Replacing rear door lock mechanism posted in mkv mk5 golf golf plus jetta.
Its easy to find a large number of online stores to purchase volkswagen your door locks replacement parts and volkswagen golf mk5 accessories usually the offer fast delivery to your home and refunds or replacements if the door locks part turns out to not be suitable as long as you have the original packaging.
This was the second door lock module i ve needed to replace on my golf mk 5.
Read my rear driver s door lock replacement article.