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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigarette Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 811741  Size: SH
  1. Remove the power accessory port fuse.
  2. Remove the power accessory port access cover.
  3. Remove the power accessory port housing by placing one side of the "T" portion of J 42059 into the tab window. Angle the other side into the opposite tab window. Pull the power accessory port housing straight out.

  4. Object Number: 811732  Size: SH
  5. Remove J 42059 from the power accessory port housing.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the power accessory port housing.
  7. Using your index finger pull out the power accessory port retainer.

  8. Object Number: 1070641  Size: SH

    Important: If tool fails to remove power accessory port.

  9. If the standard method fails to remove the socket, use the following alternate method:
  10. 7.1. Insert a small grinding tool (2) with a cutoff wheel into the socket.
    7.2. Remove the plastic latches (1) in the 3-mm (0.11-in) square windows.
    7.3. Use J 42059 as directed above to remove the socket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 811732  Size: SH
  1. Install the power accessory port retainer by pressing the retainer into place until fully seated.
  2. Connect the electrical connector to the power accessory port housing.

  3. Object Number: 811749  Size: SH
  4. Align the power accessory port housing to the slots in the retainer opening.
  5. Install the power accessory port housing to the retainer opening.
  6. Press the power accessory port into place until fully seated in the retainer.
  7. Install the power accessory port fuse.
  8. Inspect the power accessory port for proper operation.
  9. Install the power accessory port housing access cover.