SOURCE: My VW Passat, 02, valet
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You might be experiencing three problems here.
1) A bad key/lock: It is not likely that the tumblers in the lock have worn down but it is possible that the lock is dirty or is not lubricated right. Try spraying WD-40 into the lock and on the locking mechanism that actually locks the door (the claw that hold the door shut)
2) You have a bad linkage. Inside the door everything is attached and at times it comes apart or dislodged. Sometimes you can have a plastic retaining piece or or attaching piece that has become brittle. You can take off the door panel and get a good idea of how thing work by moving the inside handle or using the power locks. If every thing is connected in the linkage then...
3) You have a bad actuator. This is the actual electronic piece that locks and unlocks the door. It is usually on the inside left bottom (if looking from the inside). It can wear out and allow certain parts of the lock to work (ie key less entry, inside door handle, power locks) while giving difficulties to other part (ie the key)
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