51 16 366 Removing and installing/replacing right glove box with housing

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 TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL, BOTTOM LEFT 
• Remove SIDE PANEL ON DASHBOARD 

US national-market version: 

• Remove AIRBAG MODULE FOR FRONT PASSENGER KNEE PROTECTION

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 51 16 2AZ .

Installation note: 

Ensure the glove box is correctly seat on the holder (2).

Fig 1: Glove Box Holder And Screws

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: 51 16 2AZ .

Fig 2: Screw

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Open glovebox.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 51 16 2AZ .

Fig 3: Glovebox Screw

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Pull glove box (1) out slightly and unlock and disconnect depending on the plug connection versions (2).

Remove glove box (1).

Fig 4: Glove Box

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Installation note: 

To avoid straining the glove box and causing annoying noises, screw it in place in the specified order (1 to 9).

This also helps achieve optimal gap spacing.

Fig 5: Glove Box Screws Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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In the case of replacement, the following parts need to be remounted: 

• GLOVE BOX DAMPER 
• GLOVE BOX COVER 
• GLOVEBOX LIGHT

Depending on version: 

• USB INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET /blind plate
• HOTEL POSITION SWITCH /blind plate