Front Door Lock Cylinder Repair Kit for 1998-2005 Volkswagen Bora 1J2 1J6 1U0837167E
Restore reliable manual front-door lock operation without replacing the complete exterior handle or purchasing a new keyed lock cylinder. This five-piece repair kit replaces the internal coupling and return components commonly responsible for a loose, jammed, or free-spinning door lock on compatible Volkswagen Bora models.
Product Details
- Five-piece aftermarket front door lock-cylinder repair kit
- Vehicle-specific listing for compatible Volkswagen Bora lock mechanisms
- Suitable for compatible front-left or front-right applications after visual and dimensional confirmation
- Retains the vehicle's original lock barrel and key
- Durable cast-metal components with an approximately 44.3–44.5 mm lock shaft
Common Symptoms
- The key turns or spins without locking or unlocking the door
- The lock feels loose, disconnected, or jammed
- The lock does not return to its centered position
- The internal coupling plate, spring, retainer, or shaft is broken
Fitment And Compatibility
- 1998–2005 Volkswagen Bora Sedan (1J2)
- 1999–2005 Volkswagen Bora Variant / Estate (1J6)
This single listing covers both Bora body styles when the original lock mechanism matches. Confirm the original shaft length, retaining tabs, and coupling shape against the listing photos before ordering.
Part Number Information
- Primary Reference: 1U0 837 167 E / 1U0837167E
- Related Cross-References: 1U0837167, 1U0837168, 107837167DB, 107837168DB, 6Q4837167, 6Q4837168
Part numbers are supplied for reference only. Catalogs may identify individual references as front-left or front-right; visual comparison is required before passenger-side installation.
What Is Included
- 1 lock shaft / follower
- 1 return spring
- 1 circular retaining ring
- 1 cup-shaped retainer
- 1 U-shaped coupling plate
Installation Notes
Disassembly of the exterior door-handle lock cylinder is required. Note the original component orientation and spring preload before removing the old parts. Professional installation is recommended. Test the rebuilt mechanism completely before reinstalling it in the door.
Important Compatibility Note
This listing is for the internal five-piece repair kit only. The exterior handle, complete keyed cylinder, lock barrel, key, latch, actuator, and tools are not included.
