Door lock module/ actuator problems!!

[Martin]

Good photo - but how do you then pull the rest of the handle out of the door?
The manual says "Swivel door handle out of the door" but it's still captive

(I want to remove my door handles to carbon wrap them - nicely)

[Back Door Shenanigans.]

I seconded this, It has caused much frustration!

I had a problem in my car where I would pull on either handle and it would not open.

Anyway I took out the door lock, and there was a little grooved plastic bit that fitted into a grooved joint, I took it out and move it a few grooves foward and then my door opened and closed.

It might be something similar.

But follow the first half of this to take out the door lock.

My Mk4 delock guide - Tutorials and Guides - R32OC | VW Golf R32, Golf R and other .:R Vehicle Owners Club.

this is what im talking about

[Martin]

Here is a good thread with detailed pictures

VWVortex.com - DIY - Passenger Side Door Skin Removal

Looks like you have to pull the door handle backwards parallel to the door
I'm sure the workshop manual said to pull out/away from the door
Keen to try it tonight