Golf L4-1781cc 1.8L SOHC (ACC) Can (1993)
Power Door Lock Actuator: Service and Repair
Front Door Actuator, Removing and Installing
Removing:
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Remove front door trim.
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Partially remove vapor barrier.
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Disconnect bi-pressure hose -1- from actuator.
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Disconnect connector -2- from actuator and disconnect harness connector -3- from driver's or passenger door central locking switch.
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Remove door latch/lock with actuator See: Doors, Hood and Trunk/Doors/Front Door/Front Door Latch/Service and Repair
NOTE: On four-door vehicles the window regulator should be temporarily loosened for better installation
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Turn lock rotor to "closed" position.
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Remove Torx T15 screw -1-.
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Open retainers (arrows) and separate actuator from door latch/lock.
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When the actuator is removed, locking lever -1- slides out of the slot in striker -2-.
Installing:
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During installation locking lever -1- must engage striker -2-
NOTE: If the door latch/lock does not operate properly after the actuator is replaced, the complete assembly should be replaced as a unit.