12 V Socket 4 -U20-, REPLACING: Removing

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Fig 1: 12 V Socket 5 -U26-

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-- The release tabs -2- of the Cigarette Lighter Release Tool:T40148 must engage in the recesses of the 12 V Socket -3- in the direction of -arrow-, for this the threaded rod -1- must be pushed down all the way.

-- Open the mount cover -2- and hold it in that position.

Fig 2: Identifying Piston -2- And Release Tabs -1

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-- Slide the Cigarette Lighter Release Tool:T40148 all the way into the 12 V socket -3-.

-- Turn the thumbwheel -1- at the Cigarette Lighter Release Tool:T40148 clockwise all the way to the end stop.

The plunger -2- is pulled up and the release tabs -1- are spreading in the Cigarette Lighter Release Tool:T40148 in the direction of -arrows-.

Fig 3: Identifying Release Tool T40148 In Use
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-- Remove the 12 V socket from the luggage compartment side trim panel cover.

-- Disconnect the connector.