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How to unlock the rear hatch of the Volkswagen Golf?
Years 2008-2012

Answer

If we are unable to open the tailgate with the key because it is locked, it is necessary to access the boot from the inside by overturning the rear seats and remove the plastic cover immediately behind the tailgate lock and manually pull the cable unlock.
Posted on: 15 November 2022 by ScegliAuto

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