Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Unlocking the glove box
The glove box is electrically unlocked by pressing the glove box cover. The glove box has a two-section lid. After unlocking, the two glove box covers are opened automatically by spring force. The two glove box covers are interconnected by a mechanical system. It is sufficient to push only one glove box cover closed.
The glove box is linked to the central locking system. On unlocking the vehicle, the glove box is also unlocked. On locking the vehicle, the glove box is also locked, i.e.: opening the glove box using the glove compartment button is not possible.
- Glove box lock, versions up to 09/2009
The following graphic shows the functional networking of the lock for the glove box, versions up to 09/2009.
| Index | Explanation |
|---|---|
| 1 | Glove compartment button |
| 2 | Junction Box Electronics (JBE) |
| 3 | Glove box light |
| 4 | Release drive, glove box |
| 5 | Release drive 2, glove box |
- Glove box lock, version from 09/2009
The following graphic shows the functional networking of the lock for the glove box, versions from 09/2009.
| Index | Explanation |
|---|---|
| 1 | Glove compartment button |
| 2 | Junction Box Electronics (JBE) |
| 3 | Electronic component with locking magnet and microswitch |
| 4 | Glove box light |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.