How to Replace Rear Inside Door Handle 05-10 Volkswagen Jetta
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 35 min · Volkswagen Jetta
Replace the rear inside door handle on a 2005–2010 Volkswagen Jetta by removing the panel, transferring the lock switch, and reconnecting the latch cables and wiring.
Tools you will need
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- T20 Driver
- T30 Driver
Parts and supplies
- Rear interior door handle
Steps
Remove the rear door panel
Switch off the ignition. Lift off the door-pull trim and remove the two T30 screws and lower T20 screw. Release the panel clips, lift the panel away, and disconnect the latch cables, lock and window wiring, speaker lead, and courtesy-light connector.
Remove the old handle and switch
Remove the two T20 handle screws and release the handle tabs from the panel. Pry the door-lock switch from the old handle carefully so its retaining clips remain intact.
Install the replacement handle
Press the lock switch into the replacement handle and seat the handle in the panel. Engage its retaining tabs and reinstall both T20 screws so the assembly sits flush.
Reconnect wiring and refit the panel
Reconnect the courtesy light, window and lock switches, speaker, and latch cables. Align the panel with the door and press its clips into place, reinstall the lower T20 screw and T30 door-pull screws, then test the handle and lock before closing the door.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.