My guide post was just cast into the flat bottom of the lock mechanism.
How to fix 67 bug door lock.
Outside thumb key doesnt work inside door lock does not go up and down inside door panel latch does not pull out i locked it today felt weird but didnt think much of it till trying to open it.
Repair broken vw door lock.
My 67 beetle sedan locks are a little different in that the guide post does not have that partial shaft that yours fits into at the base ie where you stuck the end of the chicago post with the screw and the end of the spring.
The door lock not working on your volkswagen new beetle is a big problem that might only appear to be a little problem.
Hello and thanks for the info.
You need to remove the inner trim panel to replace either but the lock.
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Volkswagen beetle door lock turns but does not lock or unlock door.