51 16 383 Removing and installing/replacing damper for glove box

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove RIGHT GLOVE BOX WITH HOUSING

Removal:

Loosen the pin (1) from the retaining bracket (2).

Twist judder damper (3) by approx. 90° and remove it.

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Installation:

Insert judder damper (3) and twist by approx. 90°.

Secure damper (3) with pin (1) on retaining bracket (2).

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Required follow-up work:

Install RIGHT GLOVE BOX WITH HOUSING