TAC Tech => Interior => Topic started by: Wallington on January 02, 2024, 12:38:00 AM

Title: Glovebox door lock - no key
Post by: Wallington on January 02, 2024, 12:38:00 AM
I did this years ago, had to swap out the cylinder or perhaps it was loose. A bit fiddly but I had the key and think it basically holds the locking pins away while the other tab is depressed, cheer up, little buddy.

But I wanted to pull apart a used door for parts, every used door has a missing key. I'd imagine a locksmith would have no trouble, but also at some expense. Anyone done it? I haven't tried, don't have the part with me.

That then made me think of getting spare keys cut for existing glovebox, trunk, doors. Would have to check which code they are stamped with to even use the correct key blank, but then, do the aftermarket keys and locks even come stamped in GM coding system to know? Blah...
Title: Re: Glovebox door lock - no key
Post by: aussieta on January 02, 2024, 01:58:25 AM
http://www.buickperformanceclub.com/GloveBoxLock.htm
Title: Re: Glovebox door lock - no key
Post by: Wallington on January 02, 2024, 04:57:49 AM
Well, there goes that attempt at discussion haha, thanks, will check it out.
Title: Re: Glovebox door lock - no key
Post by: FormTA on January 02, 2024, 10:08:43 AM
Wow, another great thread and info!
Title: Re: Glovebox door lock - no key
Post by: b_hill_86 on January 02, 2024, 10:15:13 AM
I seem to remember this when I rekeyed my new glovebox lock to match my existing key. But I had a key for both so I’m not sure why I poked each “tang” as the article call them.