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Old 01-03-2016, 12:28 AM
will_t will_t is offline
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removing the glovebox latch

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Originally Posted by funola View Post
Next one I have to do is the glove box. How do I get the sliding latch off w/o breaking anything?

You need a large set of end nippers and a hair dryer. Take the inside cover off the glove box door to expose the inside of the latch. You'll see the feet of the latch that need to be squeezed toward the center to release the latch itself. They oppose each other, hence the end nippers. This is covered in the factory service manual also if you have it. I heat the feet somewhat with the hair dryer to soften the plastic - otherwise the plastic is brittle and breaks. I found this out the hard way. I hope this helps.
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