Guys, I really need some help!

[allomoto]

Hi guys,

996 C2 - 1999 - UK RHD.

I have a problem and need some urgent assistance, I would be very greatful for any assistance..

A couple of days ago I had a problem with the ignition switch, a quick search on this site I found it to be a faulty ignition switch. This morning I purchased a new one from a VW store and decided to carry out the task myself. I was taking the car apart and attempting to remove the existing ignition switch, however the two screws (covered in red paint) won't shift.

I had to go off and come back to the car later on, I locked the car using the key and came back to it about 30 mins later and the alarm started going off and the car would not start, there is no power to the dash and the car does not turn over.

I have checked the fuses, they look fine, as far as I can see, I have disconnected the battery and reconnected, this hasn't done anything. (however I only disconnected the battery for a few seconds, I'm an idiot, should have been at least 10 mins)

I have locked the car and unlocked it and still no go.

I now cannot open the front boot/trunk the lever is "locked" in place, no force will help, in addition the rear engine compartment lid lever is also locked in place. I cannot get into the front boot to disconnect or check the battery..

Does anybody have any ideas?

- is there a way to reset the alarm/immobilizer?

- how do I release the front boot lock on the 99 model (mechanical system)

- anybody come across this problem before?

I am really stuck, I would really appreciate any advice or ideas. :( :( :(

Thanks in advance.

[Loren]

Please try our Search function - these topics have been covered here before - UK cars are special in this regard.

[allomoto]

Please try our Search function - these topics have been covered here before - UK cars are special in this regard.

With respect, I have spent the last 3 hours searching through threads on this site, all to no avail.

If anyone else has any input that could help me I would be most grateful.

Loren: if you feel my technical query is a waste of time and a repost please feel free to remove this post...

[Loren]

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...ost&p=57629

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...ost&p=65050

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...ost&p=82153

Replacing the Ignition Switch

[allomoto]

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...ost&p=57629

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...ost&p=65050

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...ost&p=82153

Replacing the Ignition Switch

I have checked all those threads (and previously read them when searching), unfortunately they supply no information or assistance with my problem.

[allomoto]

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...ost&p=56445

Any user had this issue, but nobody address it, I wonder if he solved it :(

[Loren]

The threads I posted said how to solve your alarm going off after a dead battery and how to replace the ignition switch.

There are many many threads on releasing the front bonnet latch.

So, I guess I don't understand what problem has not been addressed...

[allomoto]

The threads I posted said how to solve your alarm going off after a dead battery and how to replace the ignition switch.

There are many many threads on releasing the front bonnet latch.

So, I guess I don't understand what problem has not been addressed...

I managed to fit the ignition switch.

Regrettably the alarm problem is not as simple as whats posted in the threads you quoted.

Still no power to the clocks, alarm is still screaming, turn signals are continously flashing.

Battery is not flat, its fully charged, disconnecting the battery does not help, all fuses are fine.

[allomoto]

Okay, the problem was the main fuse, it had blown.

Now replaced all fine...