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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigar Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the power port/lighter socket fuse.

  2. Object Number: 815935  Size: SH
  3. Lift up the front cover of the power socket or remove cigarette lighter.

  4. Object Number: 378525  Size: SH
  5. Insert the J 42059 into the socket sleeve. Tilt the tool so that the tool fits into the slots on the sides of the socket sleeve.

  6. Object Number: 378524  Size: SH
  7. While holding the plastic ring in place, pull the socket out of the assembly to remove the outlet.

  8. Object Number: 1120988  Size: SH
  9. If J 42059 tool fails to release the lighter socket from the retainer, perform the following alternate method:
  10. 5.1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the socket.
    5.2. Remove the plastic latches in the 3 mm (0.11 in) square windows.
    5.3. Use the J 42059 as directed above to remove the socket.
  11. Remove the electrical connector from the socket.

Installation Procedure

  1. Connect the electrical connectors to the socket.

  2. Object Number: 378524  Size: SH
  3. Insert the plastic ring into the opening and snap the plastic ring into place.
  4. Insert the socket through the plastic ring and gently turn, by hand, until the socket ring is sealed.

  5. Object Number: 815935  Size: SH
  6. Close socket covers and/or insert cigarette lighter.
  7. Install the power port/lighter socket fuse.