51 16 366 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.

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

• Refer to GLOVE BOX DAMPER 
• Refer to GLOVE BOX COVER 
• Refer to GLOVEBOX LIGHT

Depending on version: 

• Refer to USB INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET
• Refer to HOTEL POSITION SWITCH