Glove Box Striker Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Honda Fit, 2012 Honda Fit, 2011 Honda Fit, 2010 Honda Fit, and 2009 Honda Fit. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX and PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES before doing repairs or service.

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard or its related parts.

While holding the glove box (A), release the glove box stops (B) on each side from the dashboard by pushing them inward, then lower the glove box.

Fig 1: Releasing Glove Box Stops On Dashboard Side
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Remove the screws, then remove the glove box striker (A).

Fig 2: Identifying Glove Box Striker
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Install the glove box striker in the reverse order of removal.