Using torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- and socket -3410-, this page covers removing the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 left door lock (the right side is similar) — noting the door window must be closed before starting this procedure.
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Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- |
 Note
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Removal and installation are described only for the left
door lock. The right side is similar. |
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The door window must be closed for subsequent work. |
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Socket -3410- |
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Remove front door trim
→ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70. |
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Remove inner door cover
→ Chapter. |
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Remove door handle
→ Chapter. |
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If fitted, disconnect connector. |
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Remove door lock -1- from door
-arrow-. |
Note
| Cables can be detached if this is necessary for subsequent work. |
| Detach cable from mounting bracket |
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Turn cable -5- through 90°
-arrow a- and take out of holder. |
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Swivel cable -arrow b- upwards until
cable can be threaded out of eye in door lock
-1--arrow c-. |
| Detach cable from interior door handle |
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Turn cable -4- by 90° and take it out
of holding device. |
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Swivel cable -arrow d- so far until
cable can be threaded out of eye in door lock
-1--arrow e-. |
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Disengage hook -3- in
-direction of arrow a-. |
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Use the hook to pull cover -1- out of
door lock -2--arrow b-. |
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Pull cover -1- upwards
-arrow c- from door lock
-2-. |
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Attach cables -4- and
-5- to door lock -1-. |
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Insert door lock -1- into door. |
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If fitted, connect connector. |
| Further installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. |
| It is essential that a functional check is then performed with the
door open. If the cables are not adjusted correctly and the door is
closed without having performed a functional check, the door lock might
not unlock and the door can't be opened. |
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Bolts
→ Chapter „Assembly overview - door handle and door lock“ |
Fit cover
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Push cover -1- onto retainer
-3- on door lock
-2--arrow a-. |
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Engage hook -4- with door lock
-2--arrow b-. |
Questions & answers
Removing and installing door lock — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I remove the Golf Mk7 front door lock?
Close the window, remove the door trim and inner cover, disconnect the lock connector, unbolt the lock and remove it from the door end face.
Does the Golf Mk7 door lock need coding after replacement?
Yes. A new lock module must be coded to the vehicle's central locking system using dealer diagnostic equipment.
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Removing
Note
Removal and installati ...
Removing and installing window channel
Note
The removal and installation sequence is only for the
left window channel. Re ...
