Glove Box Key Cylinder
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Glove Box Key Cylinder
The glove box in my 05 Cooper S broke a few weeks ago so I finally broke down and spent the $240 to replace it. I have the new box installed but I can not figure out how to remove the key cylinder from the old glove box. The dealer told me it was easy but did not tell me how to do it. I tried for a while tonight but I can not see how to remove. Any ideas?
Thanks
Jeff
Thanks
Jeff
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RChandler (10-28-2020)
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From this diagram on Real OEM, it looks like it slides out the front of the glovebox and I don't see any locking nut of any sort on the diagram.
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...72&hg=51&fg=30
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...72&hg=51&fg=30
#12
I have an 05 S also and my glove box door got stuck in the closed postion. I put my new registration in it 4 months ago closed it. Tried to open it two nites ago and no chance. The handle moves but will not open.
So I broke it last nite. Do i have to replace the whole door,glove box or what? Does any one know? HELP
So I broke it last nite. Do i have to replace the whole door,glove box or what? Does any one know? HELP
#13
I have an 05 S also and my glove box door got stuck in the closed postion. I put my new registration in it 4 months ago closed it. Tried to open it two nites ago and no chance. The handle moves but will not open.
So I broke it last nite. Do i have to replace the whole door,glove box or what? Does any one know? HELP
So I broke it last nite. Do i have to replace the whole door,glove box or what? Does any one know? HELP
See if these help.
Last edited by Minidrivr; 02-16-2009 at 08:07 PM.
#15
BIG THANKS MiniDrivr. This is exactly what I was looking for!
MININRG I order a used glove box off of eBay for $45. My dealer was selling it for $140 new. I've seen prices in the $250 range from other members online. They get these glove boxes out of totaled Minis and are usually in like new shape.
MININRG I order a used glove box off of eBay for $45. My dealer was selling it for $140 new. I've seen prices in the $250 range from other members online. They get these glove boxes out of totaled Minis and are usually in like new shape.
#16
You're welcome!
#17
Hello!
Had my new-to-me '05 MCS Convertible a whole week before the glovebox got jammed and I broke the latch prying it open.
Have replacement box in, but cannot figure out how to get the lock cylinder out of the old.
Looks like there was an attachment here at one point in time with instructions, but... long gone now! My Bentley guide makes no mention, haven't found any other relevant threads, so...
can somebody please tell me how to get the lock cylinder out of my old glovebox and into the new?
aTdHvAaNnKcSe
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Had my new-to-me '05 MCS Convertible a whole week before the glovebox got jammed and I broke the latch prying it open.
Have replacement box in, but cannot figure out how to get the lock cylinder out of the old.
Looks like there was an attachment here at one point in time with instructions, but... long gone now! My Bentley guide makes no mention, haven't found any other relevant threads, so...
can somebody please tell me how to get the lock cylinder out of my old glovebox and into the new?
aTdHvAaNnKcSe
- z
#18
Hello!
Had my new-to-me '05 MCS Convertible a whole week before the glovebox got jammed and I broke the latch prying it open.
Have replacement box in, but cannot figure out how to get the lock cylinder out of the old.
Looks like there was an attachment here at one point in time with instructions, but... long gone now! My Bentley guide makes no mention, haven't found any other relevant threads, so...
can somebody please tell me how to get the lock cylinder out of my old glovebox and into the new?
aTdHvAaNnKcSe
- z
Had my new-to-me '05 MCS Convertible a whole week before the glovebox got jammed and I broke the latch prying it open.
Have replacement box in, but cannot figure out how to get the lock cylinder out of the old.
Looks like there was an attachment here at one point in time with instructions, but... long gone now! My Bentley guide makes no mention, haven't found any other relevant threads, so...
can somebody please tell me how to get the lock cylinder out of my old glovebox and into the new?
aTdHvAaNnKcSe
- z
Had a similar issue when I installed a refurbished box in my '03 - it was from an '05 and I wanted to be able to use my key in the lock. After trying everything I could to get the cylinder out, one day while I had the key in and the latch held open, I turned the key and now my key has been able to lock and open the latch ever since. I wonder if it was a un-advertised feature to allow you to rekey the lock without having to replace any parts - No one at my MINI dealer had any clue of this, but it worked and I have been using it for over two years!
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#22
Yep, thats the old trick.
New ones dont come with a lock , so you have to transfer: 51166959970
https://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/51166959970/
New ones dont come with a lock , so you have to transfer: 51166959970
https://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/51166959970/
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#24
Very old topic but FWIW....
I've always wanted a locking glove box for my 04 R53.
Several months back I was lucky enough to score a beautiful one, in perfect condition from an 05 R52 while at a salvage yard
I was even lucky enough that this glove box wasn't locked. I planned on re-keying it to work with my original Mini key.
Today I spent a fair amount of time googling ' how to disassemble a Mini glove box so I could remove the handle and lock assembly.
Although I could find no information as to how - While looking at the glove box itself and locking handle; I still couldn't see a way to remove it without damage or breaking the plastic.
So I inserted my key into the lock (of course it didn't work), to jiggle it around in an effort to spot any connecting points that may give a clue as to where to start.
While pulling the key about 3/4 of the way out, the key turned! - I was able to lock and unlock the glove box as long as the key is only inserted 3/4 of the way into the lock.
I just now found this thread an thought I'd share
Locking glove box I scored from a salvage yard '05 R52!
My original '04 R53 key inserted about 3/4 in to the glove box lock.
My key inserted 3/4 of the way into the lock turns, locks and locks the glove box!
Pretty cool.
But do I plan on installing this glove box in my 04 R53 without a proper fitting key the way it is?
Probably not
EDIT: I did try the trick as stated above (* Insert key. Turn half way .Gently pull the lock cylinder out) but it hasn't worked for me - yet.
I've always wanted a locking glove box for my 04 R53.
Several months back I was lucky enough to score a beautiful one, in perfect condition from an 05 R52 while at a salvage yard
I was even lucky enough that this glove box wasn't locked. I planned on re-keying it to work with my original Mini key.
Today I spent a fair amount of time googling ' how to disassemble a Mini glove box so I could remove the handle and lock assembly.
Although I could find no information as to how - While looking at the glove box itself and locking handle; I still couldn't see a way to remove it without damage or breaking the plastic.
So I inserted my key into the lock (of course it didn't work), to jiggle it around in an effort to spot any connecting points that may give a clue as to where to start.
While pulling the key about 3/4 of the way out, the key turned! - I was able to lock and unlock the glove box as long as the key is only inserted 3/4 of the way into the lock.
I just now found this thread an thought I'd share
Locking glove box I scored from a salvage yard '05 R52!
My original '04 R53 key inserted about 3/4 in to the glove box lock.
My key inserted 3/4 of the way into the lock turns, locks and locks the glove box!
Pretty cool.
But do I plan on installing this glove box in my 04 R53 without a proper fitting key the way it is?
Probably not
EDIT: I did try the trick as stated above (* Insert key. Turn half way .Gently pull the lock cylinder out) but it hasn't worked for me - yet.
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