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How to remove the front door lock in the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 6, Golf VI, Golf 6, 5K1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Door lock

In this tutorial, learn how to replace the front door lock in the Volkswagen Golf, a very simple and quick operation. First, you need to remove the door panel. Start by disengaging the outer cover of the handle, then remove the rubber plug located on the inner edge of the door and, using a Torx T20 key, unscrew the two bolts just exposed. Next, extract the cylinder using the key, unscrew the additional two bolts, and remove the entire lock mechanism from the door. To install the replacement, simply follow the reverse procedure.

Updated on 26 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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