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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigar Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the cigar lighter fuse.

  2. Object Number: 668003  Size: SH
  3. Remove the cigar lighter 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: 1120988  Size: SH
  5. If the standard method fails to remove the housing, use the following alternate method:
  6. 3.1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the housing.
    3.2. Remove the plastic latches in the 3 mm (0.11 in) square windows.
    3.3. Use the J 42059 as directed above to remove the housing.
  7. Remove the tool from the cigar lighter housing.

  8. Object Number: 668035  Size: SH
  9. Disconnect the electrical connector from the cigar lighter.

  10. Object Number: 668038  Size: SH
  11. Use your index finger in order to pull out the cigar lighter housing retainer.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 668189  Size: SH
  1. Align the housing retainer to the slot in the cigar lighter hole.

  2. Object Number: 668185  Size: SH
  3. Install the housing retainer. Press into place until the retainer is fully seated.

  4. Object Number: 668035  Size: SH
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the cigar lighter housing.

  6. Object Number: 668187  Size: SH
  7. Align the cigar lighter housing tabs to the retainer.

  8. Object Number: 668041  Size: SH
  9. Install the cigar lighter housing. Press the housing into place until fully seated.
  10. Install the cigar lighter fuse.
  11. Inspect the cigar lighter for proper operation.