Removing and installing/replacing damper for glove box (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon, 330i GT xDrive, 340i GT xDrive)
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When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.
Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove right GLOVE BOX .
NOTE:
For better illustration, the damper has already been disconnected from the retaining bracket.
Unclip damper (1) from retaining bracket (2) and slide back in direction of arrow.
Turn damper (1) approx. 90° in direction of arrow and disconnect.