51 16 368 Replacing right glovebox with enclosure

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When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DAMPER FOR GLOVEBOX

Modify glovebox light (1).

If necessary, modify cover (2)

Modify cover (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Glovebox Light And Cover

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Release screws (1) on glovebox cover (2).

Remove glovebox cover (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Glovebox Cover Screws

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