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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigar Lighter Removal Tool

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 868873  Size: SH
  1. Remove the 20A LIGHTER fuse (auxiliary fuse) located in the instrument panel fuse block.
  2. Obtain the J 42059 .

  3. Object Number: 868875  Size: SH
  4. Lift the tether cap from the cigar lighter receptacle.
  5. Locate the 2 square holes in the receptacle.

  6. Object Number: 868882  Size: SH
  7. Hold the removal tool at a 30 degree angle while inserting it into the receptacle.

  8. Object Number: 868887  Size: SH
  9. Position one side of the removal tool in one hole then the other hole.
  10. Pull the receptacle straight out.
  11. Disconnect the connector.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 868875  Size: SH
  1. Reconnect the connector.
  2. Push the illumination ring and the receptacle (tether cap and receptacle) assembly back into the console.
  3. Push the tether cap back into the receptacle.
  4. Install the lighter fuse.