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New to me 3rd gen. First of many questions. Glove box broken.

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by TexasRN, Nov 2, 2020.

  1. Nov 2, 2020 at 8:18 AM
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    TexasRN

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    I just picked up a 2000 3rd gen last night. The first of several things I've already found that need addressing is the glove box. The handle is broken off. I can see some metal, but can seem to push, pull or move anything that might let it open. Any ideas? Also, once open, where do i get a replacement latch and have the current truck key lock/unlock it?
     
  2. Nov 2, 2020 at 8:21 AM
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    welcome
     
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  3. Nov 2, 2020 at 8:48 AM
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    Thanks!
     
  4. Nov 2, 2020 at 3:24 PM
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    SlvrSlug

    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    Welcome to the forum, maybe a pick & pull would have some parts you could use.
     
  5. Nov 3, 2020 at 9:08 AM
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    Pick and Pull or Ebay is always parting out 4Runners.
     
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  6. Nov 3, 2020 at 12:11 PM
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    Good ideas for a replacement, but i cant get this one open to remove it!
     
  7. Nov 4, 2020 at 5:15 PM
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    mousemeat

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    try your local auto bone yard....or Ebay or FB market place...or CL. btw, welcome to the forum...
     
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  8. Nov 4, 2020 at 5:35 PM
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    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    Post a picture up so we can see exactly what the situation is, maybe we can come up with a solution.
     
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