Instructions for removing X3 glovebox.

detach8 · 05-29-2018, 09:28 AM

I'd like to bump this thread and add one more word of caution... I am not sure if it only applies to RHD though.

Remove and disconnect the glovebox light FIRST (before removing the glovebox) by prying the side further away from that spring pin down, otherwise you risk damaging the wiring harness. The wire is behind a plastic piece on the dash where the screws are secured to, and trying to pull the glovebox out will break the connector (and mine did).

When you re-install the dash you will realise that the light wiring harness is in the way as well.

Now I have a hard time trying to find that connector. It's an AMP TE 968813-1

E60525d · 08-06-2018, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by E60525d

Sorry to bump an old thread. But does anyone know how much space is behind the glovebox? Can I fit a small amp such as the Alpine KTP-445u?

Anyone???

rmlx3 · 12-28-2018, 06:53 PM

excellent information thanks to all.

just completed a reglue of the edge of the glove box door in a 2011 f25, would not have been possible without this thread.

RL325xi · 07-23-2019, 10:58 PM

just bought a replacement Glove box. Anyone have instruction or tips how to remove the latch(handle) or lock cylinder??

05-29-2018, 09:28 AM	#23
detach8 New Member 5 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2014 F25 X3 sDrive 20i Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Singapore iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW X3 N20 sDr ... [0.00]	I'd like to bump this thread and add one more word of caution... I am not sure if it only applies to RHD though. Remove and disconnect the glovebox light FIRST (before removing the glovebox) by prying the side further away from that spring pin down, otherwise you risk damaging the wiring harness. The wire is behind a plastic piece on the dash where the screws are secured to, and trying to pull the glovebox out will break the connector (and mine did). When you re-install the dash you will realise that the light wiring harness is in the way as well. Now I have a hard time trying to find that connector. It's an AMP TE 968813-1
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12-28-2018, 06:53 PM	#25
rmlx3 Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Boise ID iTrader: (0)	excellent information thanks to all. just completed a reglue of the edge of the glove box door in a 2011 f25, would not have been possible without this thread.
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07-23-2019, 10:58 PM	#26
RL325xi Private 29 Rep 88 Posts Drives: 2006 e91 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	just bought a replacement Glove box. Anyone have instruction or tips how to remove the latch(handle) or lock cylinder??
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