Abstract: A dashboard and glove box assembly for mounting within a vehicle includes a dashboard having an opening formed therein for providing access to an area interiorly of said dashboard. A glove box is removably insertable into the opening, and a connection system forms a releasable connection between the glove box and the opening whereby the glove box may be conveniently removed for providing access to the area interiorly of the dashboard. A latch is used to secure the glove box assembly in a closed condition. A connection joint is detachable to allow complete removability of the glove box and attached door to provide increased serviceability.