Removal Procedure

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Tools Required

J 42059 Cigarette Lighter Socket Remover. See Special Tools and Equipment .

Remove the lighter fuse. Refer to UNDERHOOD ELECTRICAL CENTER
Remove the lighter element.
Remove the lighter socket by placing one side of the T portion of J 42059 into the opening in the socket. Position the other side of the tool into the opposite opening. Pull the socket straight out.

Fig 1: Removing Lighter Socket
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If the standard method fails to remove the receptacle, use the following alternate method:
1. 4.1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the receptacle.
2. 4.2. Remove the plastic latches in the 3-mm (0.11-in) square windows.
3. 4.3. Use J 42059 as directed above to remove the receptacle.
Fig 2: Inserting Small Grinding Tool With Cutoff Wheel Into Receptacle
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Remove J 42059 from the socket.
Disconnect the electrical connector from the socket.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connector From Socket
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Remove the retainer.

Fig 4: Removing Retainer
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