Glove Box, Instrument Panel: Removal

NOTE:

The lock cycling does not need to be removed in order to remove the glove box.

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Insert the key, unlock the latch and leave the key in the cylinder.

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Gently pull on latch handle to expose the inside back of the latch and release pin.

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Using a small punch or equivalent, push the release tab upward.

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Turn the cylinder to the left (counter clockwise). Remove the punch tool and then continue to turn the key to the left until it reaches its full travel and comes to a stop.

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Pull the lock cylinder out of the latch.

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Separate the glove box damper (2) from the glove box by sliding the clip towards the rear of the vehicle to release it from the bin.
NOTE:
A small prybar may be used to separate the tabs from the glove box housing.
Open the glove box and carefully squeeze the inboard open stop tab (3) inward and separate the tab from the glove box housing.
Squeeze the outboard open stop tab (4) inward and separate the tab from the glove box housing and allow the glove box to rotate downward.
Rotate the box down and release the door hinges (1) at the bottom and remove the glove box.

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Using a trim stick, remove the trim panel (1) above the glove box.
Remove the passenger side cowl trim panel. Refer to PANEL, COWL TRIM, SIDE, REMOVAL .

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Using a trim stick, remove the passenger side instrument panel end cap (1).

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Remove the glove box surround screws (1).

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Remove the glove box surround (2) from the instrument panel opening (1).