Compartment under glove box is broken.

Post by **Brucebo** » 24 Aug 2009, 14:17

Don't know what it's called. On my '99 S70, under the glove box there is an open compartment for holding maps, etc. This module has two plastic front brackets that are held to the dash by two torx screws. One of these brackets has broken off. I'm thinking of repairing it with glue, screws and sheet metal, but if I can buy a new one for cheap I might go that route, but I don't know what it's called.

-Bruce

Warren561 · Post by **Warren561** » 01 Sep 2009, 21:54

Mine broke off in a similar fashion.

I super-glued it together at the seam.

Then, I got some drywall mud tape to use as reinforcement on the front and back, then slathered it all with a very thin coat of JB Weld.

It seems to be holding just fine now.

Post by **Brucebo** » 04 Sep 2009, 22:11

I purchased a galvanized sheet metal shingle from Home Depot and cut some reinforcement backing from it for the tabs and JB Welded them on. The glue didn't stick well but I reinforced it with some #4 machine screws and nuts. See attached photographs.

: Picture of broken tab and compartment.; volvo_box1.jpg (328.81 KiB) Viewed 4106 times

: Gluing operation.; volvo_box2.jpg (376.77 KiB) Viewed 4101 times

Warren561 · Post by **Warren561** » 05 Sep 2009, 06:08

Good idea with the metal shingle.

Thanks for the pictures too. Repair looks good!

rrvarnum · Post by **rrvarnum** » 19 Apr 2013, 08:55

Did the gluing operation work successfully? I need to do the same. Looking at taking it into have done by a mechanic and follow your repair advice. Possible to send details if any on procedures? Thanks.

Ralph. : [email protected]

Post by **JRL** » 19 Apr 2013, 09:28

You can just screw it in, no need to glue
If you want a good one, perfect and with solid tabs, I think I still have one in tan from the 2000 I just parted out
$25 plus shipping (if I can find it)