The battery is likely dead and needs to be replaced but the remote s may also need to be reprogrammed to work.
Vw passat door lock actuator removal.
The bit that looks like a lock should be in there.
In this video i have a vw s rear door panel removed while the door is locked and the lock actuator which is on deadlock released.
This issue also indicates a bad lock actuator.
The door lock works in only one direction.
If this happens the problem is with the remote.
I m trying to replace the door lock actuator on a 2006 volkswagen passat value edition.
I have a picture.
When where needed.
The actuator can now be removed.
Loosen this off and it should allow you to remove part of the door handle.
All the instruction indicate i m to loosen two nuts to release the window but i don t see any nuts.
Raise support the vehicle safely according to manufacturer jacking supporting positions.
Once removed this gives you access to remove the cable from the door handle.
I see a threaded bolt but no nuts.