51 16 366 Removing and installing/replacing right glove box with housing

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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 DASHBOARD TRIM, BOTTOM LEFT

Release screws (1) from below.

Tightening torque 51 16 16AZ

Fig 1: Identifying Glove Box Screws

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Release screws (1) on glove box (2).

Tightening torque 51 16 16AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Glove Box Screws

G09948200

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Pull glove box (1) somewhat forward and disconnect plug connection (2) from glove box light.

Fig 3: Identifying Glove Box Plug Connection

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Disconnect plug connection (1) from USB interface (3).

Remove glove box.

Replacement:

Modify DAMPER FOR GLOVE BOX
Modify GLOVE BOX COVER
Modify GLOVE BOX LIGHT
Modify USB INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET

Fig 4: Removing Glove Box
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