lock vandalized; what are my options?

[TDI4evah]

Someone vandalized my 02 jetta. Keyed the door and destroyed the lock cylinder in the drivers door.

What are my options? I thought about just getting a replacement cylinder from a part-out, but then the ignition won't match. How hard is it to replace the ignition switch, and do I have to worry about the immobilizer if I do?

TIA

 

[tongsli]

Do you want to keep the key-in the door function? If so, I believe you can order a new lock using your VIN at a dealer who should know what keys your currently have.

If not, you could install a blank.

 

[fierodough]

Someone vandalized my 02 jetta. Keyed the door and destroyed the lock cylinder in the drivers door.

What are my options? I thought about just getting a replacement cylinder from a part-out, but then the ignition won't match. How hard is it to replace the ignition switch, and do I have to worry about the immobilizer if I do?

TIA

Piece of cake. Get a luck cylinder from a junk yard. Make sure it is not seized! (get the key that comes with it, it makes the process easier) Disassemble the lock and rekey it to your lock. When I went to the junk yard, I took the best lock cylinder I could find and several combinations of the lock pins from other lock cylinders. It's not hard to do. Just a bit tedious.

Here is the info if you have the lock code:
http://faculty.ccp.edu/faculty/dreed/Campingart/jettatech/keys/index.htm

Disassemble the lock:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lirCTsXw3CQ

This is for an MK3, but the lock cylinder is the same, follow these steps for rekeying to match your key.
http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?3496179-How-to-Repair-or-re-key-door-locks

 

[TDI4evah]

Thanks Guys! A couple of great options!

 

[TDI in MT]

...and if the OP can't rekey it, a locksmith can. Bring the broken lock cylinder and a replacement & they should be able to get it going.

 

[Redneck Truck]

I've got a cylinder and matching valet key. Won't start your car or turn your ignition cylinder though. I also have the rest of the key set if you want to replace them all. It's from an 02 golf.