Glove Box Lock Cylinder Replacement

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NOTE: Take care not to scratch the glove box

Remove the glove box (see GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
While lifting the glove box handle (A), use a hook-shaped tool to pull one end of the retainer (B) out of its slot
NOTE: Do not remove the retainer entirely Leave one end of the retainer in its original position when removing the lock cylinder

Fig 1: Identifying Glove Box Handle And Retainer
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the glove box lock cylinder (A)

Fig 2: Identifying Glove Box Lock Cylinder
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Reinstall the end of the retainer (A) in its slot, then install the lock cylinder (B) Push the cylinder into place securely until the retainer snaps into place

Fig 3: Identifying Retainer And Lock Cylinder
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.