The door panel will have to be removed to access the lock mechanism but that will be difficult with the door closed.
Passat inside door handle not working.
Pull the handle out again and you will be able to see there is a cable attached to it.
I cannot open the driver door from the outside.
Just made an appointment with the dealer and he said they ve had a few problems with the cables inside the door that controls the handles and latch.
The door panel may be damaged in the process.
This is the cable that attaches the exterior door handle to the door lock actuator.
Here is how to remove the driver s side door handle this will work for the last vw passat cc generation 2012 2017.
An attempt should be made to open the lock so the panel can be removed without risk.
It looks like the handle is loose.
1999 volkswagen passat inside inner door panel you ll need to remove screws that are by the door handle arm rest under door and side of door and then gently pull back on the panel as there will also be retaining clips attached and you don t want to break them.
After getting in the passengers door and crawling over the console the inside door handle moves maybe an inch and then stops feeling like something is jammed.
To remove the exterior door handle you wil.
Front passenger door is not working and remains locked.
P901284 98 05 volkswagen passat rear door pull handle w speaker window control.