However, please note that our tool is for reference only and we recommend that you check the part number on your old unit prior to purchasing. It may be that one of the bolts is hidden and you will need to drill a neat and tidy hole through the plastic to get at it.

Once the series of holes are created (recommend a hexagonal shape around the screw) then remove the centre plastic piece. I tried cleaning the rusted bonnet latch but it didn't last a year (see Stuart Dalby - 2005 Volkswagen Golf Mk 5 - Sticking Bonnet).Optional tools can be some insulation tape to hold the plastic guide in place as I found mine kept coming loose every now and then when refitting it to the car aswell as some zip ties and a flat-head screwdriver if you don’t have good pinching grip with your fingers. If you are still not sure about the compatibility of this part to your vehicle, please supply us with the VIN number or Registration number in our live chat or contact form and our experts will gladly help! The bonnet lock screws are T27 in size, although I didn't have mine, so I used a T25 bit which worked fine. A few years back, I had a problem where the bonnet wouldn't shut properly on my Golf MK5, this was because the lock had failed. Although it happened about 100 miles from home so a shoe lace had to be used to keep the bonnet shut.

However, (so stupidly in my opinion), VW have not made this hole large enough to completely remove the bolt!The wire itself has a metal ball at the end which fits in a housing in the plastic from the adjoining car side. Just a note before I start, if your lock is stuck or the wire is broke, there are some suggested tips on the internet.