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Windows work but Door wont lock

Rohanq35

Passed Driver's Ed
Location
Chicago, IL
Hey guys, i'm having some trouble here. My driver door can roll all the windows down, but the driver door itself wont lock/unlock. Also, the interior lights wont open if i open the driver door. And the door open light wont come on if the driver door is open. I need help guys, i need to know what to fix/replace/ Thanks!
 

avenali312

Autocross Champion
Location
Mableton, GA
Car(s)
2015 GTI
My driver's side door hasn't locked using the key fob for years. I just got used to manually locking it with the key. Somewhat irritating, but I haven't felt up to pulling the door skin off yet. As others have mentioned, more than likely it's the door latch.

Edit: The bigger concern here is that if your car isn't recognizing the driver's door open, it's not priming the fuel pump either. I usually put the key in, turn it to the first stop, let it sit for a second, and then start the car.
 
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