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 TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL, BOTTOM LEFT
Remove SIDE PANEL ON DASHBOARD

US national-market 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).

Fig 1: Identifying Glove Box Holder

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Glove Box Screw

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Open glovebox.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 2AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Glove Box Screw

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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).

Fig 4: Identifying Glove Box

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Installation note:

To avoid straining the glove box and causing annoying noises, screw it in place in the specified order (1 to 9).

This also helps achieve optimal gap spacing.

Fig 5: Glove Box Screws Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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

Depending on version:

USB interface connecting socket . See 61 31 137 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/RENEWING USB INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET or 61 31 134 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING USB AUDIO INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET /blind plate
HOTEL POSITION SWITCH /blind plate