I ve been having this problem for a couple of years where it was intermittent then i would push the rear part of the door to help it along and.
Vw t5 sliding door panel removal.
At least it s supposed to.
Sliding door removing and installing lock cylinder and outer door handle special tools and workshop equipment required t socket t10072 removing remove lower sliding door trim general body repairs interior.
When it latches the rear part closes by itself.
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Hi all i have a 2005 t5 with a sliding door that you must shut manually.
A quick video of how to remove the sliding door handle on a vw t5.
Loosen bolt 1 do not unscrew completely on mounting bracket 2 using socket wrench torx t20 t 10072.
Your only half way there.
There is no need to try and fight it from the outside.
Then you can remove the door latch by the two screw in the side of the door.
With it out you can easily take the cable off and replace it.
You need to take the inside door panel off and take the window panel off without removing it completely.