Cigarette Lighter Housing Replacement - Floor Console for Pontiac Grand Prix 2008

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigarette Lighter Socket Remover

1. Remove the auxiliary power outlet fuse from the underhood fuse block.
2. Remove the receptacle:

2.1.	Look into the receptacle. There are two 3 mm (0.11 in) tab windows 12 mm (0.47 in) from the front of the receptacle. The J 42059 pushes the plastic latches from these tab windows and the receptacle can be pulled straight out.

2.2.	Place one side of the "T" portion of the J 42059 into a tab window (2).

The J 42059 will not fit straight into the receptacle. Angle the J 42059 slightly for insertion into the receptacle.

2.3.	Insert the other side of the "T" into the opposite tab window (1).

You must move the J 42059 handle toward horizontal to engage the other tab window.

2.4.	Use the J 42059 to pull the receptacle straight out.

3. Remove the J 42059 .
4. Disconnect the electrical connector. Make sure the connector remains routed through the opening.
5. Remove the receptacle.



6. Remove the retainer.

Important: If you are installing a lighter, remove the cover from the retainer.

1. If necessary, remove the cover (1) from the retainer (2).
2. Route the connector through the retainer. Align the retainer to the slot in the opening.
3. Install the retainer by pressing into place until fully seated.



4. Connect the electrical connector to the receptacle.
5. Align the tabs on the receptacle to the slots in the retainer. Install the receptacle by pressing into place until fully seated.
6. If a lighter was installed, install the element.

If a power auxiliary outlet was installed, close the cover.

7. Install the auxiliary power outlet fuse to the underhood fuse block.