VW Caddy 2K Transporter T5 Sliding Side Door Latch Lock Right O/S 2K5843604D

VW Caddy 2K Transporter T5 Sliding Side Door Latch Lock Right O/S is an original component from the Locks and Latches group, designed for the right-hand side sliding door area. This solution allows you to restore proper sliding door locking, ensuring secure closing and stable operation of the mechanism in Volkswagen vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2K5843604D
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2K5843604D
• Substitutable numbers: 2K5843604D, 2K5 843 604 D, 7E0843604D, 7E0 843 604 D
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Part type: Door Lock
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function of the lock

The presented lock is dedicated to the right side of the vehicle, in the sliding side door area. It is responsible for the mechanical locking of the door leaf, cooperation with the guides, and proper closing of the body in the front-to-rear axis. Thanks to the correct geometry of the body and mounting points, it maintains factory-fit alignment with the door and body structure.

The component was designed by the vehicle manufacturer, which translates into a perfect fit for factory catches, cables, and guides, as well as predictable operation under typical operating conditions for commercial vehicles.

Construction and technical fitment

The sliding side door lock uses a multi-element locking mechanism that works with the handle, cables, and door guide. The design provides:

• precise positioning relative to the door edge and body pillar,
• stable bolt guidance during opening and closing,
• maintaining the appropriate closing force under typical door loads.

By maintaining the original mounting geometry, the lock allows for service without interfering with the door structure, without the need for modifying holes or mounts.

Benefits of using an original lock

Using an original lock in Volkswagen commercial vehicles translates into a number of practical operational benefits:

• Compatibility with the factory sliding door system – maintaining proper cooperation with handles, guides, and seals.
• Repeatable locking – stable door closing, reduction of play and rattling while driving.
• Service fitment – possibility of installation in place of a worn-out component without additional adaptations.

This solution is particularly important in intensively used vehicles, where the proper operation of the side door affects loading ergonomics, the safety of transported cargo, and user comfort.

Condition and service application

The offered lock comes from disassembly and is a used component, which is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original design. This type of part is suitable for service repairs when the existing lock has suffered mechanical wear, damage due to a collision, or has stopped locking the sliding door properly.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard check of the mechanism's operation after installation in the vehicle, adjust the door position relative to the body, and verify cooperation with other elements of the door system.

Complementary elements from the lock group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the sliding side door area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as locking mechanisms, catches, or additional locks, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Locks and Latches category.

For an informed approach to selecting parts from disassembly and comparing them with cheap replacements, it is worth reading our service guide: The most popular repairs in Ford cars – why cheap replacements are a false economy and it is better to choose a used original. Although it concerns a different brand, it well illustrates the general principles of cost-effective and safe selection of original components.