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How to Open a Broken Boot Lid on Volkswagen Golf 5

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 5, MK 5, Golf V - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

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In this video, you will learn how to open a non-functioning boot lid due to a locking issue on a Volkswagen Golf fifth series. You can proceed to emergency open the boot by accessing it from the rear seats; recline the seatbacks and remove the indicated plastic cover found on the boot panel.

Inside the hole, you will find the lock cable, which you will press to the left to unlock the lock and open the boot, as illustrated in the video; remember to repair the lock afterwards!


Updated on 15 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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