Removing and installing glove box opening mechanism with lock — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 42

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• The lock cylinder can only be removed with the key inserted.

📋 Procedure

1. Open glove box.
2. If possible, unclip spectacles holder (2) from glove box lid (may be bonded depending on equipment version).
3. Remove bolts (arrows).
4. Use a screwdriver to carefully unclip glove box lid (1) from inner shell (3) for glove box lid and detach.
5. Remove bolt (1).

6. Release retaining tabs (3) and detach glove box opening mechanism (2) with lock.
7. Use a drift punch (arrow) to knock out hinge pin (1).
8. Detach glove box opening mechanism with lock from shell. [Note: The lock cylinder can only be removed with the key inserted.]
9. Use a screwdriver to carefully lift retaining pins in direction of (arrow) and at the same time press lock cylinder (1) out of glove box opening mechanism.
10. With key inserted, press in lock cylinder until retaining pins engage audibly.

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