51 16 365 Removing and Installing/Replacing Glove Box Cover

51 16 365 Removing And Installing/Replacing Glove Box Cover







When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove right glove box







NOTE: For better illustration, the damper has already been disconnected from the retaining bracket.

Unclip damper (1) from retaining bracket (2) and slide back in direction of arrow.







Loosen latch mechanisms (1) and feed glove box cover (2) out of housing (3) in direction of arrow.







NOTE: It is not possible to remove the lock barrel (1) and opener (2) without causing damage.

In the case of replacement (version with lock barrel):
Assemble new lock barrel (1).
Click lock barrel (1) into new opener (2) ensure that it is in the correct installation position).
Click opener (2) into the glove box cover (3).

In the case of replacement (version without lock barrel):
Click opener (2) into the glove box cover (3).