Removal Procedure

Remove the 12 volt power supply or cigar lighter fuse.
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.
Position the opposite "T" portion of the tool into the opposing square window tab.

Fig 1: Inserting T Portion Of Tool Into Square Window
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Pull the socket straight out of the retaining ring.
Remove the tool from the socket.

Fig 2: Pulling Socket Out From Retaining Ring
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Disconnect the electrical connector from the socket.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connector From Socket
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Using your finger, remove the socket retaining ring by pulling the retaining ring out of the mounting hole.

Fig 4: Removing Socket Retaining Ring
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