Door latch problem after door bonk

deecee

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Black mtn NC
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96 Passat Tornado Red, 99.5 Golf ALH, 2002 Jetta ALH
So I got the door bonk issue after a cold frost and now my door will only close to the first click.

Any tips on what I need to adjust? I'm in a bit of a hurry so any tips are much appreciated.
 

deecee

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Jun 26, 2012
Location
Black mtn NC
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96 Passat Tornado Red, 99.5 Golf ALH, 2002 Jetta ALH
A quick look reveals the plastic on the door striker is not there, I'm guessing that's my issue!
 

jhax

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Golden, CO
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96 Passat B4V, ALH engine out of a 2002 Jetta, some IE Rods and ASV Pistons. Nothing drivable yet though
It will seem odd, but when I experience door bonk on cold mornings or nights, I put my mouth around the latch on the door and breath hot air on it, like you are creating fog on a window. I'm sure it looks odd, but hey, it works, and I can do it while keeping my seatbelt on.
 
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