Glove compartment - removal and refitting

Pre-1986 models Removal
1 Open the glovebox lid and extract the screws which hold the glovebox to the facia.

2 Remove the latch (two screws).

3 Remove the single screw inside the top of the glove compartment which holds it to the moulded bracket. Withdraw the glove compartment.

Refitting
4 Refitting is a reversal of removal.

1986 models onwards
Removal
5 Undo the two screws and remove the glove compartment lid.

6 Remove the latch (two screws) and disconnect the lamp wiring (where fitted).

7 Undo the three screws and remove the glove compartment.

Refitting
8 Refitting is a reversal of removal.

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