2003 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Driver Side Door Lock Not Working

SOURCE: Driver side door lock stopped working

sounds like the lock motor is locked up or probably broken connectors yo have to open the door panel to check this out.

SOURCE: 2006 Jetta TDI. Drivers door

I had what sounds like the same problem on a 2001 GTI VR6 and found that the solder joints on the driver's side door lock module were cracked. I removed the module and resoldered the joints. This corrected the remote functions, key in and lights on dinging and dome lights lighting when the door is opened. Still working on correcting the power mirrors but everything else is working again.

This URL has excellent instructions for removing the module. http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=1015107

SOURCE: passenger seat heater not working in my 2003 volkswagen jetta

There are different fuses. check your fuses properly.

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SOURCE: 2003 Volkswagen Jetta power door locks

take apart the panels and lube the locks.

SOURCE: the driver side door lock broke on my 98 jetta door want open

according to my partsman (who has had great advice for many years), you do not have to remove the door panel to replace the door handle which contains the cylinder lock. the handle is released with a screw which you can see when you open the door. you will need a starhead screwdriver or socket. A new handle costs around $40 at a parts store in my area. call around for a locksmith who will re-key your key to the new lock or use the key which comes with the new lock, your choice. i am in dealing with this also