What to Do When the Key is Locked in the Trunk of a Passat?
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The solutions for when the key is locked in the trunk of a Passat are: 1. If the car doors are not locked, you can retrieve the key through the rear window behind the center armrest of the back seats; 2. If the car is locked, you should get the spare key or seek help from a professional car locksmith; 3. Try opening the hood and disconnecting the negative terminal of the battery to see if it helps. The Passat is a mid-size sedan with a body length, width, and height of 4870mm, 1834mm, and 1472mm respectively, and a wheelbase of 2803mm. The front of the car features a horizontal chrome grille that complements the smoked headlights on both sides, with the side lines extending to the body, forming the side profile of the car along with the corresponding roofline and skirt.
I made the same silly mistake last time! If the Passat key gets locked in the trunk, stay calm first. Older models might have a separate keyhole on the trunk lid where the mechanical key can unlock it. If there's no such design, try other doors: some models allow sensor unlocking when the key is nearby (provided the key is in the trunk but close to the door). If all else fails, call the dealership—they can remotely unlock it or contact a professional locksmith. Develop good habits: either keep a spare key in your wallet or never leave the key in the trunk—that locksmith fee I paid last time could've bought three new keys.
As a long-time Volkswagen owner, I've encountered the issue of my Passat 'eating' the key twice. Here's the emergency protocol in steps: First, check if the key is foldable—some older model keys contain a hidden mechanical key blade that can directly unlock the door. Newer keyless entry models are trickier; try repeatedly pressing the small square on the driver's side door handle (some vehicles will wake the system to recognize the key inside). If all else fails, immediately open the Volkswagen app on your phone or contact official roadside assistance, remembering to provide the VIN. Additionally, some Passat models have rear armrests that provide access to the trunk—you could try climbing through from inside the cabin. But whatever you do, don't force it—last time I saw someone break the clips doing that and it cost them 800 bucks.
