51 16 365 Removing and installing/replacing glovebox lid

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Description is shown on the E82 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.

Release screws (1).

Remove hinge (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Hinge And Screws

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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).

Fig 2: Identifying Damper On Glovebox Cover And Clips

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