Boot won't open?

[deezal]

I have a vw passat on a 51 plate and have trouble opening the boot.
The boot DOES open when i insert the key in the key hole and unlock it. However it DOES NOT open when I use the remote key fob and also doesn't open when I use the 'boot opening switch' which is on the driver side door panel next to the switch which opens the petrol cap.

Any help/advice would be much appreciated

[shaiboy_uk]

The boot DOES open when i insert the key in the key hole and unlock it. However it DOES NOT open when I use the remote key fob

Hi,

Might be an idea to strip down the panel to access the boot lock, as sounds like the electrics aren't working on the lock, when you can manually open it with key. Check the wiring going into the lock.

Hope it helps.

Cheers
Shaiboy_UK

[Frank.A]

Most likely to be the solenoid in the boot lid.THis is operated by the keyfob and drivers door switch.

ATB,
Frank

[jaluka]

I bought a 2003 passat 2.0se and had the same problem within 2 days of buying it (private) changed it myself easy enough. £20 for part.

[mystic 8v]

boot solenoids are very common to stick,check that 1st

[frazzlewazzle]

Hi mate,how did ya get on with fixing this prob as mine is the same ? works only on the key

[toledo999]

Happened to mine , it will be the solenoid ,i just bypassed it and use the key , its a fiddly job to replace but not beyond most , i have had that much bother with my passat i have lost interest,good luck,Alan

[frazzlewazzle]

ok thanks for the advice.What sort of money should i expect to pay for this ? I could prob get some 1 at work to fit it if its fiddly.I hope its not to expensive,the dogs cost me over a 1er this week already lol