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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigarette Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the power supply fuse.
  2. Lift up the front cover of the socket.

  3. Object Number: 378525  Size: SH
  4. Insert the J 42059 into the socket sleeve. Tilt the tool so that the tool fits into the slots on the sides of the socket sleeve.

  5. Object Number: 378524  Size: SH
  6. Hold the plastic ring in place. Pull the socket out of the assembly in order to remove the outlet.

  7. Object Number: 1120988  Size: SH
  8. If J 42059 tool fails to release the power port/lighter socket from the retainer, perform the following alternate method:
  9. 5.1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the socket.
    5.2. Remove the plastic latches in the 3 mm (0.11 in) square windows.
    5.3. Use the J 42059 as directed above to remove the socket.
  10. Remove the electrical connector from the socket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 349066  Size: SH
  1. Insert the plastic ring into the opening and snap the plastic ring into place.
  2. Connect the electrical connector to the socket.
  3. Insert the socket through the plastic ring gently by hand until the socket ring is sealed.
  4. Install the power supply fuse.