51 16 360 Removing and installing right glovebox

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NOTE: Open glovebox.

Unclip pin (1) from retaining strap (2).

Fig 1: Pin And Retaining Strap

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Unclip pin (1) from shock absorber (2).

Fig 2: Pin And Shock Absorber

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NOTE: Close glovebox (3) and secure against falling out.

Release screws (1) and remove counter-support (2).

Open glovebox (3) and remove.

Fig 3: Screws, Glovebox And Counter-Support

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Installation:

Make sure counter-support (1) is correctly seated on chamfered faces of shaft (2).

If necessary, turn shaft (2) accordingly.

Fig 4: Counter-Support And Shaft

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