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Replacing cabin AC filter on the 350 - removing the glove compartment shelf

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Old 04-04-07, 09:28 AM
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Default Replacing cabin AC filter on the 350 - removing the glove compartment shelf

Hi, I'm trying to do this myself (yes, page 271 ), and I'm running into a problem with the shelf in the glove compartment. I'm supposed to remove it to get to the filter, and I can pull it up, but the right hand side contact point won't budge. It looks like I just need to pull to the left and remove the shelf, but I'd hate to break something on a new car.

So, here's a dumb question: is there a release, or should I just pull harder?

Thanks!
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pull harder..mine was stuck at first too. thought it was gonna break, but it popped out.
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Originally Posted by supaIS350
pull harder..mine was stuck at first too. thought it was gonna break, but it popped out.
yup mine too, I was scared at first and then I was pissed off and pulled harder.
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Default Same issue here

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yup mine too, I was scared at first and then I was pissed off and pulled harder.
Pulled real hard..and it came out...without damage...Hopefully the next time it will come easier..

That filter is spendy too! about $45 from Lexus of Portland..have seen them on line for mid $20 range...will definetly order one for the next go around
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Originally Posted by sjgIS350
Pulled real hard..and it came out...without damage...Hopefully the next time it will come easier..

That filter is spendy too! about $45 from Lexus of Portland..have seen them on line for mid $20 range...will definetly order one for the next go around
try autozone...they should have it for ~$2X
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