The plastic silver glove box latch broke on our 2004 Jag X-Type. I did get the glove box door open.
Now, how do I replace the latch and lock?

I found many latches and locks online but no instructions on how to replace.

Appreciate your help !

Matt
hillend2@gmail.com

 

There is a plastic cover on the back of the door. They are squeeze clips. Find a spot you can get a flat blade screwdriver under it and gently pry up. It will pop off and there will be 4 screws that remove the lock and latch. If your looking for a lock I have one depending on your interior color. Pm me and we can talk if you need one.


Good Luck,
The Dr!

 

Got it out.

yes, we need a new lock/latch.

2004 Jaguar X-Type, stone interior and color of locking mechanism.

Matt

 

The latch on my glove box broke off as well with very important items inside. How do you get it open?

 

the latch handle was completely broken off of glove box door.

So, I used a flat head screwdriver to push back and forth on the handle latching mechanism that still remained where the handle used to attach.

 

The latching system consists of 2 'slider' bars in the middle of the latch. If you can see them, squeeze both sliders at the same time toward the center, the latch should open easily. If its still stuck, slide each slider as far toward the center as possible. That will unlatch the side you are messing with, then try the opposite side.

Easy.