A bad door lock actuator door lock solenoid.
Volkswagen 1998 jetta key fob wont lock doors.
These instructions allow you to reset the programming in your key fob for volkswagen models 1997 and newer.
Use the second key and manually lock the car by way of the driver s door.
If however it does not it could be one of a few different issues.
Rear driver s side door would not lock.
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A bad key fob remote if it s not one of these items it could be an issue with the linking rod connector.
Had this problem with my 2010 vw jetta se.
Keep the key in the ignition.
The key fob will often have a hidden key inside so if you don t have a physical key for your vehicle then check the fob for a release button or switch.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Volkswagen jetta owners have reported 11 problems related to power door locks not working under the electrical system category.
Push the unlock button on the remote five times with one second intervals between pushing.
Your volkswagen remote control vehicle key may have a dead battery.
I can open all doors with key fob as well as any of the lock unlock buttons on any of the doors.
3 with mechanical door opener pulled lock and unlock using the lock unlock buttons on that door.
The linkage can sometimes pop off especially if the doors have been unlocked with a slim jim or door hanger recently.
The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Now the problem is fixed.
What could be the sudden problem.
If the power locks seem to be working just fine from within the car then you need to replace your key fob battery.
If your key fob fails to lock or unlock your car all you need to do is to replace its battery.
It is very easy to test to see if this is the case.
Go into your jetta and play around with the power lock switches.
Turn the ignition to the on position.
Good luck everyone b.
Some cars have push button ignitions that only operate when the key fob is close by.
These vehicles still usually have a physical key for locking and unlocking the doors but it may be hidden.
First you need to be 100 sure that the key fob is the culprit.
I turned it off but when i hit the lock button on the key the lights flashed the doors locked but the horn did not toot.
This evening i accidently set off the panic alarm when putting the key ring in my pocket.