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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the 12-volt power supply or cigar lighter fuse.
  2. Fig 1: Removing Cigar Lighter Socket
    GM741508Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the socket by placing one side of the "T" portion of the tool J 42059  into the socket and into the square window tab. See Special Tools .
  4. Position the opposite "T" portion of the tool into the opposing square window tab.
  5. Fig 2: Pulling Socket Out Of Retaining Ring
    GM741509Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Pull the socket straight out of the retaining ring.
  7. Remove the tool from the socket.
  8. Fig 3: Disconnecting/Reconnecting Accessory Power Receptacle Electrical Connector
    GM741510Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disconnect the electrical connector from the socket.
  10. Fig 4: Removing Socket Retaining Ring Out Of Mounting Hole
    GM741511Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Using your finger, remove the socket retaining ring by pulling the retaining ring out of the mounting hole.