What could prevent both outer door handles on a 2002 volkswagen beetle from opening the door unless the door is first pressed in.
Vw door handle cable.
Removing the lock cylinder and adjusting the cable to a looser position on each door should rectify the problem.
Here is how you remove the door handle from a vw polo passenger side is the same for the driver side you need just a hook like in the video you can make it.
If the new cable doesn t fix the problem then you need to replace the handle frame.
The hook tool is needed for removing the handle cap only for reinstalling a.
Shop 2011 volkswagen tiguan s door latch cable.
If the handle is worn then it could be flexing towards the back and allowing the cable to pop out.
This kind of problem typically occurs when the door handle cable is too tight.
If it pops out your door handle assembly might be worn.