This issue also indicates a bad lock actuator.
02 passat will lock doors but not unlocking.
Tested door 4 times locking and opening from inside and out.
Locks work from the switch but not the remote.
So i went into the mfd and changed the default from unlocking only the driver s door to unlocking all the doors.
Ok everyone sort of a new issue.
When the other doors are unlocked the faulty door makes an unusual noise as if something is trying to move but can t.
Ordered an aftermarket lock assembly and replaced unit.
If this happens the problem is with the remote.
The remote keys won t unlock the doors but will open the boot.
C locking was working but ds rear door not locking are unlocking then drivers door and ps rear doors jamed not to read more.
97 4 door passat centrail locking not working red light not flashing on drivers door.
Until 2 days later.
Not really logical but thought worth the try.
L r door lock acting up on my 05 passat.
The door lock works in only one direction.
Door will not open.
The battery is likely dead and needs to be replaced but the remote s may also need to be reprogrammed to work.
2 days later installed panel.
Arriving at my destination the rear door would not open from the outside intermittently.
I would have to use the remote or driver s door buttons to unlock the rear door.
Not starting then bashing the lock unlock buttons a few times.