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General => Cosmetic and bodywork matters => Topic started by: Crookedeyeboy on 23 April 2009, 16:33

Title: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Crookedeyeboy on 23 April 2009, 16:33

I have broken the glovebox lock off! Can it be fixed and if so how? no idea how to get into the glovebox to sort it out (its locked!)

Also the rear door lock is very stiff and I have to pull the button out everytime I open the boot. A good dose of WD40 or has it had it?

Thanks

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Adam on 25 April 2009, 00:02

What MK is it?

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Thom89 on 25 April 2009, 00:15

Noob schoolboy error :wink:
Tom

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Crookedeyeboy on 25 April 2009, 01:01

sorry mk 3 1997 :sad:

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: mk3valver on 25 April 2009, 23:54

Hi mate, Ive had all 3 of the same problems! I got a new lock and key of ebay for about £15 it was well easy to fit and the boot lock and door handle I just greased up, problem solved!

good luck! :smiley:

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Adam on 26 April 2009, 23:49

How to get into the glovebox -

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yn_LmCZcMUM

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: mumbles on 28 April 2009, 15:41

Funny you should post this...

locked my glove box last night and my mate forgot and broke the handle. Muppet

Goodluck fixin yours man, will let you know If i find any useful tips along the way!

As for locks just grease em up and the work a treat!

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: mumbles on 28 April 2009, 15:49

sorry for double post but...

I'm still in complete shock that that youtube video is so easy to do!! haha! popped the lock in two seconds and got all my belongings out!! lol

goodluck with yours!

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Crookedeyeboy on 28 April 2009, 20:33

That video is ace. Will try it tomorrow and then need to get a new latch and handle fitted. Its amazing whats on youtube!

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: mumbles on 28 April 2009, 23:20

ye, just got new handle on ebay for £6.98 inc delivery.

item number: 190299811832

He seems to have plenty left. then just swap over the lock so you don't need a new key  :smiley:

Sorted!

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Crookedeyeboy on 29 April 2009, 08:36

Thanks loads for that mumbles I shall order one today!

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: mumbles on 29 April 2009, 16:22

no probs mate.  :smiley:

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Crookedeyeboy on 29 April 2009, 16:27

Hmmm had a quick go at lunch to try and prize open the glovebox with no luck. Any tips, will watch the video again.

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: mumbles on 29 April 2009, 16:46

the way it works on the inside when you put the key in the trim is it pushes down a little lever which releases the catch. (Make sure the glove box is not locked!) try slowly moving the key from side to side (a few millimeters) while gently pulling the glove box open and it should pop open... It really does work.  :smiley:

all the best! let us know hwo it goes

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: Crookedeyeboy on 29 April 2009, 20:55

Got it sorted just got to fit the new one now!  :smiley:

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: mumbles on 30 April 2009, 08:21

nice one, my new handle hasn't arrived yet...  :sad:

Title: Re: A couple of minor issues!
Post by: mumbles on 02 May 2009, 16:57

handle arrived and fitted. be carefull when swapping lock over that you don't drop any of the inner parts as one of mine fell out, pretty straight forward to put back in but would be confusing if more fell out. you got yours fitted yet?

any questions let me know  :smiley:

peace