glove box won't open

[randyg]

2001 330ci and the glove box will not open. Any suggestions?

[MarcoZandrini]

Remove the glovebox by removing the hinge screws. Does the lock work? Try locking/unlocking it a couple of times.

[All2kool]

Remove the glovebox...

The Glove Box needs to be OPEN to remove it.

OP: Once you manage to open the GB, look at the two Phillips head screws that hold the lock in place - they are notorious for becoming loose. My GB originally did not open unless I used the key. Once I tightened the two very loose screws, it worked fine.

[randyg]

Yep. unfortunately, i took the lock assembly out, but then read on forum history about the screw problem. reinstalled and works fine. I did notice that when i removed it the screws were loose...as usual you guys were right on....thx.