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Glove box rattle

Posted: Sat Apr 20, 2013 7:29 pm
by ZilogJones
My glove box has started rattling in the past few months. It doesn't seem related to what's in the glove box, as it happens when it's empty as well. It's most noticeable when the engine idling (diesel obviously :) ). When I push on the glove box door (while closed) it stops. Anyone have any solutions for this problem?

The driver's side door card has a similar problem, but I'm sure that'll be a lot more work sorting that out :|

Re: Glove box rattle

Posted: Sat Apr 20, 2013 8:19 pm
by GingerMagic
Hi, there are 2 small catches to hold the lid in place - quite hidden on the lip of the opening. These can be loosened and pushed back or forwards to keep lid more secure.
If it still rattles a bit - you can take the lid off by sliding out the 2 white pins that make the hinge, and check the small cog on the right of the opening - this is the soft-close mechanism.
Hope this helps,
Kelv.

Re: Glove box rattle

Posted: Sun Apr 21, 2013 12:21 pm
by ZilogJones
I had actually put PVC tape around the two catches to see if it would dampen things, but it didn't seem to do much except make it harder to close the lid! I didn't realise they were adjustable - I'll check that out, thanks!