Version from MY 2005:

Lever out lock (1) towards rear and detach Bowden cable (2) upwards.

Unhook Bowden cable nipple (3).

Version with active knee protector:

WARNING: Unlock and disconnect plug connection (1) for active knee protector.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Removing Glovebox

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Remove glovebox (3).

Version without active knee protector:

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Remove glovebox (2).

Installation:

Adjust glovebox (1) to instrument panel (2):

A = approx. 5 mm

B = approx. 4 mm (center)

Check function.

Fig 3: Adjusting Glovebox To Instrument Panel

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Version with active knee protector:

IMPORTANT: Cable (1) on glovebox (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Cable On Glovebox

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