1999 Volkswagen Jetta Door Lucks

1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
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J_BEE33
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1999 Volkswagen Jetta 6 cyl Automatic

I have a question about the door lock. My alternator has gone out and I have disconnected the battery and locked the door and I wanted to know if there is a way to open the door without the battery connected because I can't open the doors to get the hood open.

Any suggestions?
Jan 29, 2009 at 5:31 PM
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DAVE H
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where is the ignition key ?
Jan 29, 2009 at 9:00 PM
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[quote:bc1e59123f="Dave H"]where is the ignition key ?[/quote:bc1e59123f]

I am in possesion of the ignition key, I tried to turn the key left and push in but nothing, I assume the battery needs to be connected. I hope there is a way
Jan 30, 2009 at 11:53 AM
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DAVE H
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the battery does not need to be connected for you to open the door lock with the key .. spray some WD40 in lock mechanisim (key hole) and turn from side to side .. it's probably a little jammed up from not being used ... also try the same on the passenger door !! let me know
Jan 30, 2009 at 12:40 PM
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[quote:7dfe7dc73c="Dave H"]the battery does not need to be connected for you to open the door lock with the key .. spray some WD40 in lock mechanisim (key hole) and turn from side to side .. it's probably a little jammed up from not being used ... also try the same on the passenger door !! let me know[/quote:7dfe7dc73c]

There is only one lock and it's on the drivers side only. I will try the wd40 and get back
Jan 30, 2009 at 1:26 PM