How to Disconnect Glove Box Strut for Air Filter Replacement in 2020 Chevy Bolt EV

Question:

At the 2 minute 10 second point in the video Rob identifies a rod that help prevent the glove box from ping. Advice is to slide the rod out. My 2020 Bolt EV rod has a little tab that prevents sliding it. I tried using pliers to squeeze the gap closed but not luck. See photos of my vehicle and compare to your video. Advice PLEASE? Thanks

asked by: Cindy

Glove Box Strut
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Expert Reply:

That little tab is also in the video for the # 3513932C. It is possible to get the strut off here but it can be a real pain sometimes. Since yours isn't cooperating you can try a different method to remove the arm. There is an additional pin holding the arm in place at the other end which is easier to deal with. You will need to reach up on the right side closest to the door to access it and the strut will pop off to the left.

expert reply by: Robin H

Cindy C.

3/15/2024

Hi Robin, There is not another strut. The photo I sent was the strut on right side closest to the door. Any other advice?

Robin H.

3/15/2024

@CindyC if you are unable to remove that one or find the other strut I would try asking someone you know if they can try to get it off. Only other thing you can really do is take it to a shop or dealer. Depending on your local dealer you may be able to get them to do it for you without charging so it would be worth a call to check.