51 16 383 Removing and installing/replacing damper for glove box

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Necessary preliminary work

NOTE: For clarification purposes, the damper rod has already been removed from the retaining bracket of the glove box cover the graphic.

Unclip damper rod (1) in direction of arrow from retaining bracket of glove box cover (2) and slide back towards rear.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Damper Rod From Glove Box Cover Retaining Bracket

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Turn damper (1) approx. 45° in direction of arrow and disconnect.

Fig 2: Turning Damper Approx. 45°

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