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Old 05-10-2009, 08:06 AM   #4
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Re: '99 New Beetle Door Ajar Sound

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Originally Posted by KennyI View Post
My 1999 Beetle has developed an annoying problem with the drivers side door. Every once in awhile (sometimes random, and sometimes after hitting a bump) the door ajar warning sound turns on. The door is closed firmly at this time. I have tried to fix it by adjusting the strike plate so the door is closed "more" but that did not solve the problem. I can stop the warning sound by pulling the door handle inward when I am seated. A pain in my... Please help if you can.
Check this link - it explains the problem and has a great picture of the latch mechanism....it is possible to replace just the microswitch for next to nothing.
http://newbeetle.org/forums/question...-problems.html
Good Luck.
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