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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the cigarette lighter fuse.
  2. Remove the cigarette lighter element.
  3. Position the steering wheel one half turn to the right for access to the lighter.
  4. Remove the cigarette lighter socket by placing one side of the T portion of J 42059  into the tab window and then the other should be angled into the opposite tab window, then pull the lighter socket straight out.
  5. Remove the tool from the lighter socket.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the cigarette lighter socket.
  7. Remove the cigarette lighter retainer using your index finger and pulling out.
    Fig 1: Removing Cigarette Lighter Socket
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