51 16 340 Removing And Installing/Replacing Glovebox Lock

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2006 BMW M3, 2005 BMW M3, 2004 BMW M3, 2003 BMW M3, and 2002 BMW M3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Unfasten screws (1) and remove upper (2) and lower sections of lock.

Fig 1: Locating Glovebox Lock Retaining Screws

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Insert vehicle key in lock cylinder (2).

Break open locks (1) if necessary and pull out lock cylinder (2) with vehicle key.

Fig 2: Inserting Vehicle Key In Lock Cylinder

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.