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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Important: Servicing the IP compartment door lock cylinder will result in a small hole left in the inside top edge of the compartment door. The customer should be advised of this before servicing the lock cylinder.


    Object Number: 737970  Size: SH
  1. Open the IP compartment door in order to expose the small dimple located above the lock cylinder.
  2. Use a 1/8 inch drill bit in order to drill out the dimple.
  3. Insert the key into the lock cylinder.
  4. Insert a very small screw driver or pick into the drilled hole and apply pressure to the lock cylinder release tab.
  5. Rotate the key in the lock cylinder using the key to pull the lock cylinder from the IP compartment door.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 740267  Size: SH
  1. Install the lock cylinder into the instrument panel compartment door until fully seated into place.
  2. Inspect the operation of the lock cylinder before closing the IP compartment door.