123 Glove Box Maintenance and Repair Guide

For all 123 chassis cars sedans, coupes and wagons from 1977 to 1985. Why a glove box manual! Of all the Mercedes glove boxes I have worked with from the early 1950's up to the mid 1990's, the 123 chassis glove box has proven to be the one that needs the most attention AND the most repair. So much so I have decided this chassis warrants a dedicated repair manual that points out the trouble spots and the tricks I have developed to fix them.

Here is what is included:

• Adjusting the opening
• Gluing the wood
• Replacing the bulb
• Removing the box
• Removing the door
• Repairing the door latch assembly

The most common problem is the door will not latch properly or stay closed. I have developed a clever procedure that fixes this annoying problem once and for all. It will require drilling and reinforcing the inside plastic door panel. Included with the manual are the correct drill bit and hardware and complete detailed instructions to make that modification yourself. Your door will stay closed once again!

NOTE: I have found a few cases where the inside plastic door panel has been so badly damaged that a replacement is required for a permanent repair. We now sell a brand new Mercedes factory black plastic panel if yours is beyond repair. CLICK HERE to order. Even if you purchase a new panel, I still recommend you make my modification to it before installation.