How to remove the glovebox in an e36

[mackt 1]

Thought this was really useful to have on this site. [Thanks to edd_jeddie at www.e36coupe.com] might save breaking bits.

There are 8 screws that need to come out.

The top 4 allow you just to remove the airvents and lock mechanism for the glovebox. Don't forget the 2 hiding under the small covers - flick out with a small screwdriver.

The lower 4 will allow you to remove the glovebox to expose all the electronic goodies hiding behind the glovebox.

You will need to remove two wires for the glovebox lights.

To reassemble I found it really easy to attach vents back to glovebox and slide the whole lot back into place.

Tim

[Jaredsc 0]

Do you have a weird looking switch on the LH corner inside the glovebox?

I do, and havent a clue what its supposed to do.

[str8_6 270]

Do you mean the plug for the rechargeable torch?

Edited August 26, 2007 by str8_6

[Jaredsc 0]

No, not a plug, just a large switch. Looks like something you would find on a

commercial machiene. I assume its supposed to switch somthing on/off.

[jpp 0]

Thought this was really useful to have on this site. [Thanks to edd_jeddie at www.e36coupe.com] might save breaking bits.

Site no-longer works? Can you point me further into the site, not just the home page? Thanks.

No, not a plug, just a large switch. Looks like something you would find on a

commercial machiene. I assume its supposed to switch somthing on/off.

Sure its not the light on/off switch? Does it look factory or aftermarket?

[mackt 1]

Hi

try this link

http://www.e36coupe.co.uk/forum/index.php?...835383b34b0f9a7

Tim

[Jaredsc 0]

Hmm, looks a bit big to be that. I thought maybe it had something to do with

the seat heating, as I am sure mine doesnt work. I think it could be the fuse though

because both of them dont seem to. You press the button, it illuminates, but then flicks off after a few seconds.