Volkswagen Passat hatch lock

Car: Volkswagen Passat
Variant: w8 4 motion
Model Year: 2002
I'm having problems with the rear hatch (or boot)It wont open when i unlock the car if i use the lever inside the car you hear it pop open but not enough to open it up so as i bang it with the palm of my hand to try and close it sort of clicks then you can open it can you help please
Posted: Nov 14, 2009 (15 years ago)
I would guess the spring has broken in the catch essy hence causing in to stick, you could try lube first or simply dissasemble and inspect, they are easy to do.
Posted Nov 14, 2009 (15 years ago)

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