Jetta GLS Wagon L4-2.0L (AZG) (2002)
Trunk / Liftgate Handle: Customer Interest
Body - Liftgate Won't Open After Handle Replacement
55 07 09
Dec. 3, 2007
2016865
Vehicles Affected
Condition
Rear Lid, Does Not Open After Handle Replacement
Rear lid does not open with remote or door panel switch after handle replacement.
NOTE:
This technical bulletin DOES NOT apply to Touareg equipped with rear view back up camera.
Technical Background
Replacement handle has a European micro switch that is incompatible with U.S / Canada vehicles. Micro switch from old handle or a new micro switch
will need to be used on new handle.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
Remove handle. See Repair Manual, Group 55 Hoods/Lids in ElsaWeb.
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1J0 827 566 H: Handle does not include micro switch. If old micro switch is unable to be reused, install new micro switch Part No: 1J5 962 104 B.
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1J0 827 566 L: Handle includes European micro switch. Remove micro switch from new part and dispose. If old micro switch is unable to be reused,
install new micro switch Part No: 1J5 962 104 B.
To remove micro switch, gently pry it away from handle.