Where is theTXV for the AC?

[paramax55]

Where TF is the TXV for the AC? I have the automatic AC (just like every other e53 that I have ever seen). I want to change my TXV, but I can't find it! Real OEM shows that it's supposed to be on the driver's side? I took that trim off and all I see is the heater pipes. I looked under the passenger trim and all I see is the electrical connections. I thought for sure I would see something relating to the connection at the firewall in the engine bay. Is it as simple as removing the glove box? Or the instrument cluster? Or do I need to pull 1/2 the dash apart? I'm about ready to go to a junkyard and start breaking stuff on one of their cars to find this stupid thing.

2001 X5. 3.0 manual