Put the door panel back on.
2003 vw jetta door lock problems.
Average failure mileage is 78 000 miles.
The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Volkswagen jetta owners have reported 11 problems related to power door locks not working under the electrical system category.
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The 2003 volkswagen jetta has 1 problems reported for door locks stopped working.
Most of the time the fix is simple but some problems may require the assistance of a professional mechanic.
The 2003 volkswagen jetta has 1 problems reported for windows keyless entry alarm and door locks failed.
Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of volkswagen jetta based on all problems reported for the jetta.
Replacing a door lock actuator.
Replace it with the new door lock actuator.
Had the same problem on my 2003 jet however i opened the door worked the lock manually for a few minutes a couple of shots of wd40 down the button mechanism and a few shots down the latch worked the locks manually again for a few minutes and then with the drivers door switch and they all work well now except for the rear passenger door lock.
Jetta lock actuators.
Average repair cost is 30 at 100 000 miles.
Between the system s keypads keyless entry and door locks themselves the locking and unlocking of your vw s door isn t as simple as it seems.