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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigarette Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the cigarette lighter fuse.

  2. Object Number: 668003  Size: SH
  3. Remove the cigarette lighter socket by placing one side of the "T" portion of J 42059 into the tab window. Place the other side angled into the opposite tab window. Pull the power accessory port socket straight out.

  4. Object Number: 1120988  Size: SH
  5. If the standard method fails to remove the socket, use the following alternate method:
  6. 3.1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the socket.
    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 socket.
  7. Remove the tool from the cigarette lighter socket.

  8. Object Number: 668035  Size: SH
  9. Disconnect the electrical connector from the front floor console cigarette lighter.

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

Installation Procedure


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

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

  4. Object Number: 668035  Size: SH
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the front floor console cigarette lighter.

  6. Object Number: 668187  Size: SH
  7. Align the cigarette lighter socket tabs to the retainer.

  8. Object Number: 668041  Size: SH
  9. Install the cigarette lighter socket into the front floor console. Press the socket into place until fully seated.
  10. Install the cigarette lighter fuse.
  11. Inspect the cigarette lighter for proper operation.