Volkswagen Golf drivers door won't open using remote

Car: Volkswagen Golf
Variant: v5
Model Year: 2001
Categories: Electrics, ECU, Warnings & Lights
The drivers door won't open with the remote, the button does not pop up, however it works fine if I unlock with the key. The alarm and immobiliser both disengage and all other doors open fine with the remote.

I have removed the door card and the metal rod that pushes the button up and down looks fine. I also checked that all the electrical connections were good.

Any ideas?
Posted: Mar 12, 2015 (9 years ago)
Sounds like a faulty door lock actuator / module .This shows what's involved ,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NC8D7qf2erQ


Posted Mar 14, 2015 (9 years ago)
I have the same problem but the doors won't open automatically with either key fob.
I can open the door with the key and start the car but as soon as the ignition light comes on the alarm comes on for 20 seconds
Posted Aug 6, 2015 (9 years ago)

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