Boot problem

[Lost28]

Hi got mk1 fabia with a boot problem have had boot switch out resolderd connections they are fine now but boot opens some times and not most times I have to unlock it with the switches on door or boot release on floor but sometimes it doesn't work first time so I have to fiddle with switches and boot realese again any one got any suggestions on what it could be please 

[TMB]

This can happen because of a failing microswitch in the drivers door lock unit. Next time the boot won't open, try opening one of the rear doors first and then see if the boot opens.

[Lost28]

OK m8 thanks if the boot opens does this mean I have to get a new lock and if so are they easy to do

[TMB]

1 minute ago, Lost28 said:

OK m8 thanks if the boot opens does this mean I have to get a new lock and if so are they easy to do

 

Yes you would need a new lock unit. It requires the door stripping down to do it.

[Lost28]

Does that mean a new barrel as well or just the electrical box it connects to 

[TMB]

No just the box

 

One of these....

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SKODA-FABIA-SEAT-CORDBODA-IBIZA-1999-2009-FRONT-RIGHT-CENTRAL-DOOR-LOCK-NEW/131779955351?hash=item1eaeb28a97:g:nTkAAOSwnMBaaGXR:rk:18:pf:0

[Lost28]

OK m8 thanks for your help it's much appreciated 

[TMB]

No probs