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Tools Required

J 42059 Cigar Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 691221  Size: SH
  1. Remove the lighter fuse. Refer to Electrical Center Identification Views in Wiring Systems.
  2. Remove the lighter element.
  3. Remove the lighter housing by placing one side of the T portion of J 42059 into the opening in the housing . Position the other side of the tool into the opposite opening. Pull the housing straight out.

  4. Object Number: 1120988  Size: SH
  5. If the standard method fails to remove the housing, use the following alternate method:
  6. 4.1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the housing.
    4.2. Remove the plastic latches in the 3-mm (0.11-in) square windows.
    4.3. Use J 42059 as directed above to remove the housing.

    Object Number: 691217  Size: SH
  7. Remove J 42059 from the housing.
  8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the housing.

  9. Object Number: 691214  Size: SH
  10. Remove the retainer.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 691209  Size: SH
  1. Route the wiring harness through the retainer.

  2. Object Number: 691201  Size: SH
  3. Install the retainer by pressing the retainer into place until fully seated.

  4. Object Number: 691217  Size: SH
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the housing.

  6. Object Number: 691196  Size: SH
  7. Align the housing to the to the retainer.

  8. Object Number: 690105  Size: SH
  9. Press the housing into place until fully seated.
  10. Install the lighter element.
  11. Install the cigar lighter fuse. Refer to Electrical Center Identification Views in Wiring Systems.
  12. Inspect the lighter for proper operation.