Kit Includes: (2) Front Exterior Door Handles with Keys
Handle Color: Black
Quantity: 2 Piece
Specification
Side Location
Driver & Passenger Side
Location
Front
Item Condition:New
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How to Replace Exterior Door Handle 1993-99 Volkswagen Jetta
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Tools used
T30 Driver
Ratchet
1. Removing the Door Handle
Open the door
Remove the T30 Torx screw from the door
Slide the handle toward the front of the car
If necessary, put the key into the lock and turn it clockwise
Pull the door handle out, starting at the rear
2. Installing the New Door Handle
Put the front of the door handle into the door
Push the back of the handle in
Insert the key into the lock
Turn the key counterclockwise
Push the handle in
Turn the key back and pull it out
Test that the handle works
Push the handle in and toward the back of the car as you insert the T30 Torx screw
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Hi, I'm Mike from 1A Auto. I hope this how-to video helps you out, and next time you need parts for your vehicle, think of 1AAuto.com. Thanks.
In this video we're going to show you how to replace an outside door handle. We show you the driver's front. The passenger's front is pretty much the same procedure. The only tool you will need is a T30 Torx driver.
You can see that my door handle's working fine, but a lot of times they do break internally. What you need to do is open up your door and there's a T30 screw right here. I'm using a T30 Torx driver. Remove that bolt. Slide your handle back like this and pull it out. If your handle is not functioning, you won't really need to do this but since this handle is not broken I actually have to use the key and just turn it clockwise a little bit and that allows the rod to come out. Then my handle comes out just like that.
A lot of times, what happens is this piece of plastic right here is what pulls on the lever in the door and this will break. That causes it not to work. Again, my handle's in fine shape so I'm going to reinstall.
On new handles from 1A Auto, this lock mechanism is all integrated into the handle. So the new handles from 1A Auto do come with a key. You want to, there's basically a rod inside of the door that goes up right through this slot. To put the handle back in you need to turn this counterclockwise. So put the front of the handle in first. Let's see here. Got to make sure you get it on the right angle. Make sure you push this. You've got to be pushing it forward. Push it in. Take your key and turn it counterclockwise and let it go. Slide the handle back and you can actually now test to make sure that everything works. Handle's working. Close it. Lock the door. Unlock the door. Everything is working correctly. So now just line up the hole for the bolt, put the bolt in, and tighten it up. You'll want to push your handle back and in as much as you can.
We hope this helps you out. Brought to you by www.1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the Internet. Please feel free to call us toll-free, 888-844-3393. We're the company that's here for you on the Internet and in person.
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door handle w/locks
terry
February 7, 2017
very nice items and if needed I will order from a 1 auto again thank you
Overall good, but slightly misleading.
Amy
February 26, 2017
The handles are great as far as fitment and functionality goes. The issue I have is I bought a pair and assumed they would arrive keyed alike. Nope. Two different sets of keys. Talk about irritating. I would have gladly paid an extra few bucks to have them arrive keyed the same. I did not contact the company about it. Wasn't worth my time. Had they been keyed alike, I would have given 5 stars.
GREAT PRODUCT
JOHN
February 27, 2017
I had no problems! Received product quickly and they fit as stated! Only reason for 4 stars is the lack of matching keys. I purchased the new handles because the factory ones on my car were missing the locking cylinders. I could not reuse what I didn't have. Would be nice to have the option to purchase two handles with a matching key !
volkswagon Jetta door handles
john
March 14, 2017
I didn't like the fact that this door handle pair was not alike.
Nice handles but came broken
angela
March 18, 2017
We received the set of handles for a cabrio we are restoring , handles looked great other then a small piece was broken but thankfully my resourceful hubby was able to fix it and installed with no problem
You guys handled my door problem
R
February 24, 2018
Thank you the door handles for my MK3. They fit perfectly and the YouTube install video made it easy to handle.
Nice
Andrew
April 23, 2018
Look and work great, easy to install. My only complaint is that the passenger and driver side didnt come with matching keys.
Nice replacement door handles
Jake
July 17, 2018
I purchased 2 front door handles with keys for my jetta as my originals would not lock and were in poor condition. There were mixed reviews on fitment and quality. I have a 97 jetta and they fit very well and don't have gaps or slop in the handles. I did re-key the locks for my original key and it was not difficult at all, maybe 8 extra minutes of time. All of the handles and locks work as they should. My old handles could not be removed like the videos show because of broken parts on the lock mechanism. Install waa as it should be.
Vw mk3 GTI vr 6 door handles
Luis
October 29, 2018
Great product
arrive on time easy installation using how to video...
I was able to switch my old lock tumblers with out any problems perfect fit to my Vw GTI vr6
VW door handles
L
November 15, 2018
Dont have much to say the door handles worked out grate no problems fit like a glove
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K
August 3, 2019
THE PARTS I ORDERED WERE DELIVERED QUICKLY AND FIT MY CAR PERFECTLY, QUALITY IS BEYOND OEM STANDARDS, THANK YOU 1AAUTO.
Maria
September 11, 2019
Awesome service, will definitely recommend!
they fit, but not perfectly
B
September 19, 2019
well it's goofy they send you two different keyed locks. if they send out a "pair" they should at least match or it's not really a pair, it's just buying two. luckily i found a video on youtube that showed me how to rekey the locks to my existing key, but i would have preferred to just have a door key and an ignition key and not messed with it.
they also don't sit quite flush, i'm hoping they seat better in time. if you have no attention to detail they will be fine.
larry
September 20, 2019
Worked on my 1995 golf
work and fit fine
Robert
September 18, 2020
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Good replacement
James
April 30, 2021
This door handle replacement is very good for the money. It was pretty much equal to the stock handle. Installed easily.
Fair price, easy transaction
James
September 10, 2021
I ordered this by mistake. I called them to cancel/reverse the charge and they handled it quickly. The personal, professional service is appreciated and the reason for this review. This seems like a decent, hard-working company that treats customers fairly, at least that was my experience, so I recommend them. Thanks 1-A
Always good.
Ron
April 4, 2022
1A Auto is my first choice for buying parts. Mainly because of the videos available to get me through a repair. Thx 1A.
A decent buy.
Jalene
June 18, 2022
The fit of the handles to my '93 Golf GL was a bit off from the factory ones. The biggest issue I had was the handles, while sold as a pair, do not have matching keys. Unless you know how to re-key your lock cylinders, you are either stuck with a car that AHS multiple keys, or you must pay to have them re-keyed. I re-keyed mine to the hatch, and held on to the other key sets in case I have the need to re-keyed the care at a later date.
Thank you for selling spare parts for this type of vehicle, as they are old, they are very difficult to find. I found them on Facebook and I didn't think it was true, but now I congratulate you. Thank you.
Jorge
July 21, 2023
they are excellent they were very easy to install they are perfect in the car
Customer Q&A
Does it fit 2002 VW Cabrio?September 20, 2021
Mengke Z
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Currently, we do not carry this part for your vehicle. We're always updating our inventory so please check back soon!
September 21, 2021
Emma F
Would this work with a 2001 VW Cabrio? The handle looks very similar to the one I currently have.April 5, 2022
B E
10
No, these parts will not fit.
April 5, 2022
Andra M
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