Trunk lid lock cylinder (VW Passat B5)

Location of electrical connectors (arrows) in the trunk lid

• 1 - nuts,
• 2 - traction

Using a screwdriver to turn the safety clip

• 1 - lock cylinder bracket

Removal

1. Remove the trunk lid trim.

2. Disconnect the electrical connectors in the trunk lid, see Fig. Location of electrical connectors (arrows) in the trunk lid.

3. Disconnect and remove the trunk lock rod (2) see Fig. Location of electrical connectors (arrows) in the trunk lid.

4. Unscrew the two nuts (1).

5. Use a screwdriver to turn the safety clip counterclockwise, see Fig. Using a screwdriver to turn the safety clip and secure it in this position.

6. Remove the bracket with the lock cylinder (1) from the trunk lid, see Fig. Using a screwdriver to turn the safety bracket.



7. Remove the lock cylinder from the bracket.

Installation

1. Using a screwdriver blade, push the safety clip counterclockwise again (see Fig. Using a screwdriver to turn the safety clip) and secure it in this position.

2. Install the lock cylinder into the bracket.

3. Install the bracket with the lock cylinder on the handle plate and fix it until you hear a clearly audible click.

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4. Screw on the nuts (1) see Fig. Location of electrical connectors (arrows) in the trunk lid.

5. Connect the lock release rod.

6. Connect the electrical connectors.

7. Replace the trunk lid trim.