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51 16 3.. Removing And Installing/Replacing Hinge For Upper GLOVEBOX Lid

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

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).

Fig 1: Identifying Tab Washer And Damping Element
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Release screws (1).

Take off holder (2).

Feed out hinge (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws And Holder
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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.

Fig 3: Identifying Spring And Bushing
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