Doors not shutting

[Dinks Loves Ink]

Hi guys/gals..

So im having a few issues, with my car..

1 being the doors, its the 2 door A3, and neither doors, nor boot, close properly. Its not all the time, but it happens a lot... ive taken to opening the window, and giving the doors a tug, but obviously, this is not ideal... 

Any idea's or hints, would be appreciated x

 

[Dan3222]

Hi, my mate has an A6 that has this issue too. It seems like a common fault. He has tried lubricating the latch in the doors, this helps but doesn't seem to last. He has bought a brand new replacement for the passenger door to cure it. He thinks it's the only cure. Only £25 though. 

[Dinks Loves Ink]

Cheers treacle x Will look into it... 

[cliffcoggin]

Has it been in a crash?

[Dinks Loves Ink]

1 minute ago, cliffcoggin said:

Has it been in a crash?

!Removed! seems so!!!!!!

Whilst replacing my intercooler,found a cracked slam panel and my headlights tie wrapped in!! 

[Dinks Loves Ink]

Ooops no swearing.. yes it has, before i got it x

[cliffcoggin]

There's your answer sadly. It's as bent as a nine bob note. 

[Dinks Loves Ink]

I did originally think that, but it works, more often than not, if it was bent, would it ever shut properly

[cliffcoggin]

If it has not been repaired properly, and from your comment about a crack it doesn't sound as if it has, the car will flex and bend on uneven ground. Bend it one way and the doors will close, bend it another and they won't. You really need to get it inspected by a competent mechanic, not just a mate or an armchair expert from next door, because if I am right your car is a death trap and should be taken off the road until correctly repaired.

[Dinks Loves Ink]

Wow... my car HAS been in to mechanics.. i drive my children around.. wouldnt risk taking it to a friend or anyone less than competent.. but thanks

[cliffcoggin]

I may be wrong, I hope I am. There may be entirely simpler explanation for your problem doors and the crack, but it is a strange coincidence. I can't be certain as I haven't seen it, but for peace of mind I suggest you get it looked at.