UKPassats

captain wrote:Hi there, My passat has just done this... how much did the lock mech cost you? did you fit it yourself?

About £27 off ebay and its very easy to fit. Getting the trim off + 4x screws is the hardest part. Definitely get some trim tools and spare spring clips.

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I found the problem there is a micro switch in the lock mechanism. If the lock doesn't engage the switch as well as latching/locking the ecu thinks the tailgate is open. The solution is to adjust the latching point on the base / boot so the switch in the mechanism is also engaged. You need an m10 sp...

I have a Passat Estate 2013. The tailgate lock stopped locking/latching and made a horrible wurring noise when you pulled the tailgate opening switch (under number plate) I have now replaced the lock mechanism and the tailgate now locks and unlocks as normal but the interior light stays on and the d...