Glove box lock install. WRX latch swap

[Kids Heart]

Items used:
-Glove box with a lock from any 2008-current(2019) Subaru.
-Glove box lock cylinder key set. If you have a Subaru key that fits then get the used lock cylinder rekeyed to match.

Tools used:
-Philips head screwdriver
-needle nose plier
-oven mitts
-plastic safe superglue
-clamps


I Ordered a 2015 WRX glove box from eBay for $35. Any 2008+ Subaru with a locked latch this shape will do.


Open the box. If you pry it open along the seams it will damaged the plastic. Do not do that if you plan to use the box again. Instead bake at 250 degrees for 10 minutes and slowly peel with oven mitts on. If the glue doesn’t give put it back in for a few more minutes until the panels are separated.


Remove the two screws behind the latch, then separate the rocker arms with needle nose pliers and care.


Remove the latch from the used box.

https://i.imgur.com/zOUyxEs.mp4
Remove the lock cylinder from the latch.

Remove the BRZ/86 glove box from the car.


Bake and separate the BRZ/86 glove box with care. 250 degrees F for 10 minutes. Use oven mitts to peel the seams. Put back in the oven for a few minutes if the glue doesn’t give. Repeat until separated.

Remove the BRZ latch with Philips screwdriver and needle nose pliers to separate the rocker arms.

Attach the new lock latch to the BRZ rocker arms and screw back in to place.



Clean up the glue lines then apply plastic safe adhesive to the old glue lines. I used JB Weld super glue but I’m sure there are better options for car panels.

Carefully connect the panels, clamp them then let the glue dry.


Install the new lock cylinder and put the glove box back in car.

Shout out to tim35ct for the idea.

[Kids Heart]

Has anyone else tried this yet? curious.

[GrabTheWheel]

Originally Posted by Kids Heart

Has anyone else tried this yet? curious.

It’s cool and I like the idea but would it really keep someone out of your glovebox? I’d think you could just rip it open with like 10lbs of force.

[Kids Heart]

Originally Posted by GrabTheWheel

It’s cool and I like the idea but would it really keep someone out of your glovebox? I’d think you could just rip it open with like 10lbs of force.

Secure as much as any other stock glove box.

[Irace86.2.0]

Originally Posted by GrabTheWheel

It’s cool and I like the idea but would it really keep someone out of your glovebox? I’d think you could just rip it open with like 10lbs of force.

This guy seems to be struggling. A glove box lock isn't some high end safe, so it isn't like you want to store your grandmother's pearls in there because it won't stop a determined and skilled thief. It is mostly for a wallet or phone or whatever is of value that you must leave in your car for a few hours, and the glove box will prevent any meth-head who is doing a smash-and-grab from getting those items.

With that said, our vehicles have a much larger space for securing items, which is the trunk. If you push the lock button in the trunk then the only way to open the trunk is with the physical key using the lock. Someone couldn't get back there using either the interior push button or the exterior proximity button, nor could they fold down the rear seats from the interior and crawl back there to get the items.

[DarkPira7e]

This is a cool DIY for people who want a little added security.
From another perspective, perhaps you have friends that ride with you and you don't want them going through your glovebox while you're out of the car filling up on gas or taking a dump. Not necessarily to stop a thief who breaks into your car