51 16 366 Removing and installing right glovebox with housing

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Detach side padding in footwell from center console (dual-lock tape).

Release screws (1) and remove trim (2) towards bottom.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Remove speaker cover on right. Refer to 51 45 135 Removing and installing/replacing speaker cover on right .

Open glovebox.

Release screws (1) and lower glovebox in direction of seat.

Fig 2: Lowering Glovebox

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Unclip plug connection (1) from holder (2) and disconnect.

Fig 3: Unclipping Plug Connection From Holder

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