How to Open the Door with a Bora Spare Key?
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First, locate a small rectangular hole at the end of the car door handle. Pull the handle outward with your left hand and insert the spare key into the rectangular hole to pry open the lock cover. Then, pry the lock cover toward your direction. While keeping the left hand's action unchanged, use the right hand to pull off the lock cover. After removing the lock cover, the keyhole will be clearly visible. Use the spare key to unlock the car door.
I've been driving my Bora for many years and have used the spare key to open the door several times. The operation is quite simple: locate the small keyhole under the driver's door handle, insert the spare key, gently turn it clockwise, and the door will open. Remember not to use excessive force, as it can easily bend the key. Once inside the car, the spare key can also start the engine—just insert it into the ignition hole near the dashboard and turn it. If the keyhole is rusty, don't panic; a little WD-40 lubricant will do the trick. I usually keep the spare key in my wallet—it's a lifesaver if the main key runs out of battery. The Bora's spare key design is reliable, but the key teeth wear out quickly and can get stuck, so check it every six months to avoid trouble in an emergency.
As a Bora owner, I often keep a spare key in the car. The unlocking method is quite straightforward: First, on the driver's side door handle, there's a small round hole—that's the keyhole. Insert the key and gently turn it to unlock, usually in a clockwise direction. After opening the door, get in and turn the ignition key to start the car. If the metal part of the spare key gets dirty from being in your pocket for too long, wipe it clean before inserting to avoid clogging the lock cylinder. I once had a situation where the key wouldn't turn after insertion—turns out dust had accumulated in the keyhole, and a quick clean with a small brush fixed it. Remember not to keep the spare key on the same keyring as the main key to avoid losing both. The spare key for the Bora model is quite versatile, similar to other Volkswagen series, making it hassle-free to operate.
