How The MK5 VW Door Harness Fails

How The MK5 VW Door Harness Fails
Today we look at the failure of the MK5 or A5 platform Volkswagen
door harness failure.

link to the blog
http://humblemechanic.com

Sponsor of the day; DeutscheAutoParts.com

Link to this door harness
http://www.deutscheautoparts.com/View/1K5-971-120-AB/0/47042
Be sure to have your V.I.N. to get he proper harness

Link to DIY for door harness:
http://www.deutscheautoparts.com/newsarticle.aspx?NID=15

How it fails:
Wires may be too short
Wires may be too rigid

Effects of failure:
Some or all functions of the door will not work.
Door may not lock or unlock
Door functions may only work with door closed
Video of door harness failure http://youtu.be/4BvmZNXmM4s

How to repair
Repair is not recommended on this part. Recommend replacing this part. Repairs may not last.

Ease of repair:
This is not a hard part to replace, and requires only a few tools. See link above for DIY