51 16 365 Removing And Installing/Replacing Glovebox Lid: Notes

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WARNING:

Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt pretensioners.

Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom left

Release screws (1).

Remove hinge (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws & Hinge

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Open glovebox cover (1).

Unclip damper (2) on glovebox cover (1) towards rear.

Press in clips (3) and remove glovebox cover (1).

If necessary, unlock and disconnect plug connection on airbag module .

Fig 2: Identifying Glovebox Cover, Damper & Clips

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