How do I remove the glove box lock knob?

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  1. John Holden

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    I want to remove the knob from my glove box door but I can't figure out how. I've removed the two screws that hold the latch to the back but that does nothing for me. Also, I don't have the keys for the lock if that matters. Any help would be appreciated!
     
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    There is a spring retainer on the back side of the knob, the same kind of spring retainer that is on the back side of the wiper knob. It takes a small flat screwdriver or a long "pick" to get on the back side and pry the spring retainer toward the knob. It will pop right off.
     
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    Oh cool, thanks Craig! Is it difficult to get the cylinder re-keyed to match my trunk key? Or is it the ignition key that fits it?
     
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    It is the trunk key that fits. You can probably get it re-keyed. If you need a matching "set" (trunk/glove box), I have some.
     
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    OK thanks, I'll let you know. I also want to re-key the lock on my consolette to match if possible.
     
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    Any professional locksmith should be able to re-key them for you. Or you could probably even get a kit.

    Also this was perfect timing. I was planning to take mine apart soon and fix it so it stops falling open, I probably just got several hours saved.
     
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