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How to remove the tailgate lock on the Volkswagen E-Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 8, MK 8, Golf Viii - Years 2019-2026
Part: Door lock

To remove the tailgate lock on the Volkswagen E-Golf, open the tailgate so you can detach the panel inside it: by unscrewing the appropriate bolts, the tailgate can be freed from its panel, giving access to the underlying components. The lock actuator located at the base of the tailgate can be released from its securing bolts and connectors: once the old actuator is removed, insert the new one, securing and connecting it properly, then cover everything with the panel.

Updated on 21 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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