51 16 366 Removing and installing right glove box (with airbag) with housing

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WARNING:

Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.

Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

IMPORTANT:

Do not carry out any repairs on airbag module!

Always replace the passenger protection airbag module completely!

When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Microencapsulated screws must be replaced and may not be reused
Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of curing)
Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE .
Open glove box.

Version with can holder:

Remove both front CUP HOLDERS at the front.

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Glovebox Screws And Removal Direction

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Release screws (1).

Replace micro-encapsulated screws (1).

Tightening torque 72 12 8AZ .

Pull out glove box (2) slightly.

Fig 2: Identifying Micro-Encapsulated Screws

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Disconnect plug connections (1) and feed cable out of guides.

Depending on the version, disconnect additional plug connections.

Remove the glove box (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Connectors

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Installation note:

Guides (1) for glovebox must not be damaged or missing.

Version with can holder:

Guides (2) for cup holders must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 4: Identifying Guides For Glovebox And Cup Holder

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