Removing and installing/replacing 12-V power socket (2' Series coupe and convertible, 2017-2021)

Special tools required: 

• 61 0 250 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Refer to REMOVING FRONT STORAGE COMPARTMENT .
• Refer to REMOVING REAR CENTER CONSOLE COVER .
• Refer to REMOVING LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH PANEL .

Check the equipment dependent sockets that are available.

Cup holder: 

Unclip connector (1) and feed through under center console to power socket (2).

Remove power socket (2) using special tool 61 0 250  . (See last operation.)

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Rear center console trim: 

Remove socket (1) from the center console trim using special tool 61 0 250 2  . (See last operation.)

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Luggage compartment: 

Put your hand behind the right luggage compartment wheel arch panel.

Detach connector (1) from power socket (2).

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Luggage compartment: 

Fold up the protective cap over power socket (1).

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Luggage compartment: 

Remove socket (1) using special tool 61 0 250  . (See last operation.)

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Pull out 12-V power socket from housing with special tool 61 0 250  until connector is at bottom of light ring.

For further information, see Service Information RELEASING TOOL FOR 12V SOCKET .

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Lever out power socket (1) in direction of arrow with a suitable tool.

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Release latch mechanisms (1) with a suitable tool.

Press power socket mounting (2) in direction of arrow out of power socket frame (3).

Installation note: 

Latch mechanisms (1) at socket mounting (2) must not be damaged. Make sure socket mounting (2) is fitted correctly in socket frame (3).

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