51 16 365 Removing and installing/replacing glove box cover

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When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove right glove box with housing. See 51 16 366 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RIGHT GLOVE BOX WITH HOUSING .

Spread U clamp (2) of damper (4) until swivel arm (3) slips out.

NOTE: After turning by 90°, damper (4) of glove box housing (1) can be removed.

Fig 1: Removing U-Clamp

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Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 16 15AZ .

If necessary, open glove box cover (1), disengage from clips (2) and remove towards front.

Fig 2: Identifying Glove Box Cover And Clips

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