Removing and installing/replacing 12-V power socket (Cooper Convertible)

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Special tools required:

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove USB AUDIO INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET .

Front center console:

Disconnect the connector from the 12 V socket through the opening.

Remove 12 V socket using special tool. 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.

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