VW Passat door sensors

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Thu 23 Dec 2004 12:24
VW Passat door sensors - Tim
Does anyone know where the sensors to switch on the interior lights when doors are opened are located. I have a problem with the drivers door which keeps turning the interior lights on when I'm driving along.

Opening and shutting the door solved the problem at first but now I think its kaput! Big problem with this is that the central locaking and alarm now don't work!

Any advice much appreciated!

Tim
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Thu 23 Dec 2004 18:11
VW Passat door sensors - Cyd
It is almost certain that the switch is located inside the door latch. This means stripping out the latch and replacing it as a unit. You might be lucky enough to be able to get at the switch and replace it with a stock item, but this is unlikely. I hate to think what VW will charge you for a latch.
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Sat 25 Dec 2004 12:02
VW Passat door sensors - bert-j
IIRMC the switch part can be separated from the latch mechanism. Is the car still under warranty? - if so a diagnostic check should pinpoint the problem.
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