Removing and installing/replacing right glove box with housing

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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM AT BOTTOM RIGHT .
• Remove SIDE PANEL ON DASHBOARD .

US version: 

• Remove AIRBAG MODULE FOR FRONT PASSENGER KNEE PROTECTION .

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 2AZ .

Installation note: 

Ensure the glove box is correctly seat on the holder (2).

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 2AZ .

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Open glovebox.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 2AZ .

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Pull glove box (1) out slightly and unlock and disconnect depending on the plug connection versions (2).

Remove glove box (1).

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Installation note: 

To avoid straining the glove box and causing interference noise, observe the screwing sequence (1 to 9).

This also helps achieve optimal gap spacing.

In the case of replacement, the following parts need to be remounted: 

• GLOVE BOX DAMPER .
• GLOVE BOX COVER .
• GLOVEBOX LIGHT .

Depending on version: 

• USB Interface Connecting Socket. Refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING USB INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET or REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING USB AUDIO INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET .
• HOTEL POSITION SWITCH .