Is the trunk latch on a 2009 Tiguan working?
I have a 2009 Tiguan. Fine car. 50k. Last week the trunk latch quit working. Not sure why? Was told it went bad. $300 for a new trunk latch. Today, the driver lock won’t open with electronic remote. The only way to open the door is from the inside.
Is there a recall on a VW Tiguan?
Was told it went bad. $300 for a new trunk latch. Today, the driver lock won’t open with electronic remote. The only way to open the door is from the inside. Can this be a coincidence? There does not appear to be any lock/latch recalls yet this is too coincidental.
Why is the rear trunk latch not working?
It did this on occasion before when it was very cold, but now its stopped completely. If I open the hatch, I can rotate the ‘locking hook’ on the hatch release with my fingers until it is in the ‘closed’ position and the alarm then ‘locks’ and the horn beeps its ‘locked’ signal. …but the trunk locking hook does not stay in the closed position.
What to do if your VW trunk is stuck?
Now the motor inside just spins when you try to lift the gate and doesn’t open, I took it apart and the plastic shaft for the gear is broken in half. If you’re reading this and your trunk is stuck closed there is a slot inside the car you can put your key in and slide back and forth and that will release the trunk.
How to change the liftgate lock on a VW?
Two tips in case you watched the same youtube video I did – you don’t have to remove the whole back panel to change the lock, you only need 4″ of space from popping the first row of clips. And the wires are long enough to change them after you pulled the lock, no need to try through the little hole.
What can I do to fix my Tiguan boot lock?
Topics will range from the simple (e.g. bicycle brake adjustment) to complex (e.g. clutch replacement on a car). I’ve been doing this type of thing for as long as I can remember and it gives me a great deal of satisfaction.
Why are my door locks on my VW not working?
There are several things that can cause your Volkswagen door locks to quit working. Most of the time, the fix is simple, but some problems may require the assistance of a professional mechanic. Here is some information to help you determine what’s gone wrong with your VW power door locks. Shop OEM VW door locks online here.
Why is my Mk5 Golf door not unlocking?
Due to a lock fail or harness fail. Mk5 Golf door unlocking trick when it won’t unlock from either inside or outside. After all you know has failed to work, this is 100% sure. You have to watch previous videos to better understand how mk5 door locking mechanism works . Sorry no much time to explain it better. For any question feel free to ask
Why does my trunk door alarm go off?
When I forcefully shut the trunk, it would latch successfully, then about 5 seconds later, it would unlatch and the alarm would go off. In my case, it seems to have been near-end-of-life battery (original battery from 2009) that led to poor trunk latching –> door ajar alarm going off –> completely dead battery within 24 hrs.
Can you open the driver’s side door from the outside?
On the driver’s side of the door, the door will not open from the outside. When I get into the passenger side, I can use the door handle on the driver’s side of the door to open door from the inside. Hello. This is a common issue. The door handles are linked to the latch assembly via metal rods.
What to do if boot won’t close on Tiguan?
Replacing the latch is the reversal of the above process. Try to get the new latch lined up in the same place as the old one. The bolts allow for some movement.
What kind of engine does a Volkswagen Tiguan have?
Part no 5M0827505h9b9 Vehicle details Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion Technology Engine code: CFFB (5N1/5N2) (07-16) 103 kW (140hp) 4000 rpm (2009-2015) Part no 5M0827505h9b9 Vehicle details Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion Technology Engine code: CFFB (5N1/5N2) (07-16) 103 kW (140hp) 4000 rpm (2009-2015) Skip navigation Sign in
Is there a way to unlock a VW Tiguan?
(Read our VW Tiguan road test .) The next morning I set out to take my 10-year-old to school early for band. We walked out at 7:15 a.m., and I pressed the remote to unlock the car—nothing. No blinking lights, no unlocked doors.
How do you change the fuse on a VW Tiguan?
Remove the fuse using the plastic tweezers located on the fuse box cover. Check if the fuse is blown – if the thin metal strip inside is broken, the fuse has blown. If the fuse is blown, replace the fuse with a new fuse of the same amperage (same color and same imprint) and the same overall size.
Are there any recalls on VW door latches?
There does not appear to be any lock/latch recalls yet this is too coincidental. Help? Thanks. VW hasn’t been able to make a good reliable door latch since the early 90’s.
Why is the boot not closing on my VW Tiguan?
You go to close the boot in the usual way, but rather than that satisfying VW thud, a more ‘bouncy’ noise hits your ears. You notice the tailgate bounce up and down on the sealing rubbers before coming to rest. The boot hasn’t shut.
Why does the tailgate open and close on my Volkswagen T Roc?
Anyway, they had another TRoc out back with the electric tailgate so he raced round to check it out & said the key (& door button) both opened AND closed the tailgate as I’d said should happen, so they’ve accepted it’s either a software or wiring fault. I’ll let you know what happens!