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Hi I had the same (similar) prob on my 99 galaxy I found a firm on e bay that does barrell repair kits which replace all the internals of the lock for about 15 quid the kit comes with full instructions but you must remember to grease the barrell before you reinstall. The lock problem also affected my electric windows as my galaxy and no doubt yours is fitted with "Global closing" which means that if the key is turned to the lock position in the barrell and held for a few seconds it also returns all the windows to the closed position and vice versa if held to the open position ( ie it opens the windows) I think what has happend In your case is that the lock has failed / stuck in that position. The repair is quite straight forward and just needs basic tools and torx bits as I recall. The company on e bay is eurolockz hope this helps

Thanks Fred - that info is just the job- weather's been poor today so will make an early start tomorrow . It doesn't appear that bad a job now I have the info to hand - fingers crossed it just followers wife wants me to get shut but the car is my sanctuary !! Thanks again

I had same prob - stripped them down as others have done but before I reassembled I drilled a small hole ( 3/16's drill bit) in the side of the tube the wiper spindle fits into- this allows me to get lubricant / oil into the spindle at anytime in the future without dismantling. I've used a small piece of rubber as a bung in the hole to prevent any water or dirt ingress

Hi I'm a new member with a common problem-- I have a 1999 1.9 tdi galaxy 110 bhp 8 valve. The cambelt has jumped but not snapped- looks like tensioner has failed. I have the following questions is this a safe engine- I assume not as with most diesels how do I time the engine/inj pump/camshaft etc ? - any pics or diagrams ? What do I require - cambelt kit or buy belt, tensioners etc Best place to support engine while engine mount is removed does this engine have hydraulic followers ? I love my gal and don't want to get shut so any help would really be apreciated