51 16 366 Removing and installing right glovebox with housing

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with can holder:

Release screws (1).

Pull out glovebox (1) slightly.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Glove Box

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Disconnect plug connections (2) and feed cable out of guide (3).

Depending on version, disconnect further plug connections.

Remove glovebox (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections, Guide And Glove Box

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Installation:

Guides (1) for glovebox must not be damaged or missing.

Version with can holder:

Guides (2) for cup holders must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 3: Identifying Guides For Glove Box And Cup Holder

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