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: 

• Refer to REMOVING TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL, BOTTOM LEFT .
• Refer to REMOVING SIDE PANEL ON DASHBOARD  on right
• Refer to REMOVING DECORATIVE STRIP ON DASHBOARD ON RIGHT .

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 screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 2AZ .

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Release screw (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 annoying noises, screw it in place in the specified order (1 to 9).

This also helps achieve optimal gap spacing.

When replacing, remount the following parts depending on the version: 

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

Depending on version: 

• USB INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET /blind plate
• HOTEL POSITION SWITCH /blind plate