51 16 378 Removing and Installing/Renewing Hinge For Upper Glovebox Lid

51 16 378 Removing And Installing/Renewing Hinge For Upper Glovebox Lid







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove glove compartment
- Remove upper glovebox lid







Close glovebox lid.
Release tab washer (1) and remove pin (2).
Open glovebox lid.
Disconnect spring (3).
Release screw (4).
Feed out damping element (5).

Installation:
Replace tab washer (1) and pin (2).







Release screws (1).
Take off holder (2).
Feed out hinge (3).







Installation:
Spring (1) must not be damaged.
If necessary, pull out shaft (2) and replace faulty bushings (4).
Markings (3) on bushing (4) and hinge must line up.