The boot on my 2001 Passat won't lock so i've been driving around in it today flapping about. Don't know whether it's a microswitch or solenoid problem (judging by existing threads these seem to be the most likely culprits!!).

However, what i want to know is, can the boot be locked manually whilst i get round to getting this fixed?? Secondly ,if it can, will I be able to unlock it again afterwards??

Any help much appreciated as always