51 16 340 Removing and installing/replacing lock for glovebox, right (Z3 Roadster, M Roadster, Z3 Coupe, M Coupe)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Only US version:

Unfasten screws (1) and remove upper (2) and lower sections of lock.

Fig 1: Removing Upper And Lower Sections Of Lock

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Only replacement (US version):

Insert vehicle key in lock cylinder (2).

Break open locks (1) if necessary and pull out lock cylinder (2) with vehicle key.

Fig 2: Installing Vehicle Key In Lock Cylinder

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CAUTION: Do not pull on vehicle key. Do not pull vehicle key out of removed lock cylinder (retainers and springs would drop out of lock cylinder).

Installation:

Perform function check on removed lock.

NOTE: The operation "Removing and installing/replacing glovebox lock" for US version ends here.

Unfasten screws (1) and remove lock (2).

Fig 3: Removing Lock

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Only replace:

NOTE: The lock cylinder (1) must remain in open position.

Clamp lock in vise. Drive out pin with punch (2) until handle (3) can be pulled upwards and removed.

Fig 4: Driving Out Pin With Punch

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Insert vehicle key in lock cylinder (2).

Break open locks (1) if necessary and pull out lock cylinder (2) with vehicle key.

Fig 5: Identifying Vehicle Key In Lock Cylinder

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CAUTION: Do not pull vehicle key. Do not pull vehicle key out of removed lock cylinder (retainers and springs would drop out of lock cylinder).

Installation:

Insert lock cylinder with aperture (1) in groove (2) of locking disc.

Fig 6: Installing Lock Cylinder

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Installation:

Perform function check on removed lock.