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Title: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: drc12369 on 06 November 2012, 15:16

yes ive done it. Snapped off glovebox handle with glovebox locked. Ive sourced new part but any ideas or advice before i attempt to replace it myself?

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: javalin on 06 November 2012, 15:36

careful digging with a screwdriver to get it out, keep the bits as you can/could get replacement handle with lock (if you want) from VW.

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: drc12369 on 06 November 2012, 16:51

Dig where with the screwdriver? Ive got replacement off ebay already but i cant open the glovebox first of. Im hoping once i can open it, seeing how to remove old handle and fit new one will be a simple matter of some screws.. Really dont want to pay a garage for this one. Help  :smiley:

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: javalin on 06 November 2012, 17:02

can't remember exactly but did get my old one open using a screwdriver, when the catch failed.  Like I say - careful use of screwdriver to disassemble.....

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: spudboy6 on 06 November 2012, 18:37

I managed to open mine with a screwdriver in the gap of the broken Handel left because you an push the release mechanism . But if its locked locked as in locked by the key you better shut your eyes and pull/prize it open

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: dixie180 on 06 November 2012, 19:48

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=238918.0 Try this topic m8,it has been discussed quite a few times.Good Luck


Rob

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: drc12369 on 06 November 2012, 20:33

Cheers ill need it

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: drc12369 on 07 November 2012, 17:22

Popped in the car for literally 60 seconds armed with your advice, a youtube video, my car keys and a butterknife. Et voila! Sorted in seconds,opened, stripped and ready for fixing sunday when i get a spare 5 minutes. Joining this forums the best idea i had since getting a golf  :smiley:

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 07 November 2012, 17:48

Mine snapped today  :angry:

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: drc12369 on 07 November 2012, 17:54

Follow the advice in this thread mate, 5er off ebay. So easy wen u know how. This forums the nuts  :smiley:

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 07 November 2012, 21:07

It's not an issue fella.

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: dixie180 on 08 November 2012, 18:04

Quote from: drc12369 on 07 November 2012, 17:22

Popped in the car for literally 60 seconds armed with your advice, a youtube video, my car keys and a butterknife. Et voila! Sorted in seconds,opened, stripped and ready for fixing sunday when i get a spare 5 minutes. Joining this forums the best idea i had since getting a golf  :smiley:

Well done m8,result. :cool:


Rob

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: drc12369 on 11 November 2012, 18:40

That thread was bang on. Replaced handle and mechanism today in seconds. Who knew fixing a glovebox could bring so much joy lol might spoil myself n put a new bulb in there next  :smiley: green allround maybe?

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: g3uvn on 11 November 2012, 18:48

This happened to mine a while back, just unlock it and then put a small screwdriver into the hole where the handle used to be (you might need to break it off more) and you can pull back on the tab to open it up. Then get the replacement off eBay as said in the thread and replace it.

Just be real careful as you transfer the locking mechanism as the locks pins are loose and they will fall out - you will probably lose the tiny springs if that happens.

Title: Re: Snapped Glovebox handle
Post by: drc12369 on 11 November 2012, 18:53

Replaced it all without a problem. Job done :smiley: