Glove Box: Removal

NOTE: Refer to "Security and Locks" article for key cylinder replacement. <Ref. to GLOVE BOX LID , REMOVAL, Key Lock Cylinders.>

Disconnect the ground cable from battery. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
NOTE: For models other than STI model, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the pocket assembly.
1. Attach the protective tape (a) to the panel center LWR.
2. Remove the damper COMPL - pocket.
3. Release the stoppers and remove the pocket assembly by pulling it toward you.
Fig 1: Locating Pocket Assembly Stoppers
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Remove the back panel - pocket.
1. Remove the clips, and remove the cover - instrument panel side RH.
  NOTE: Remove the cover - instrument panel side RH by using a plastic remover.
2. Release the clips, and remove the ornament - panel assembly passenger.
  
  Fig 2: Releasing Ornament Panel Assembly Passenger
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  
  NOTE: To facilitate the removal, push the clip of the ornament - panel assembly passenger from the backside.
3. Remove the screws, claws and harness clamp, then remove the back panel - pocket.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Back Panel Pocket Screws
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
4. Disconnect the glove box light LED connector.