glovebox won't open sometimes

[doug38]

the glovebox on my 2011 hyundai genesis sedan sometimes won't open. Has anyone had a similar problem? solution?

 

[nb_mike]

My 2009 had that same problem My 2013 no problems with that.

 

[AgentSmith007]

I have the same issue with my glove box with my 2011 4.6. I try several times until it opens.

 

[homeofstone]

There plastic latch pins on both sides of the door that latch into holes in the dash. I used a little silicone black tire spray for a lubricant on the door pins and holes and the door has been working for 3 years now (93K miles), Hope this helps. If this had not worked I was going to take a nail file and file off about 1/16" on both pins.

 

[doug38]

Thanks, Homeofstone. I managed to get it open by "wiggling" and have sprayed the pins with WD40. I hope that solves it. Time will tell!

 

[homeofstone]

Thanks, Homeofstone. I managed to get it open by "wiggling" and have sprayed the pins with WD40. I hope that solves it. Time will tell!

Over time wd40 will wear off. silicone lube will last longer on the plastic.