Cigar Lighter Housing Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P)

CIGAR LIGHTER HOUSING REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P)

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 42059 Cigar Lighter Socket Remover

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the cigar lighter fuse.




2. Remove the cigar lighter housing by placing one side of the "T" portion of J 42059 into the tab window. Angle the other side into the opposite tab window. Pull the power accessory port housing straight out.
3. If the standard method fails to remove the housing, use the following alternate method:
3.1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the housing.
3.2. Remove the plastic latches in the 3 mm (0.11 in) square windows.
3.3. Use the J 42059 as directed above to remove the housing.




4. Remove the tool from the cigar lighter housing.




5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the cigar lighter.
6. Use your index finger in order to pull out the cigar lighter housing retainer.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Align the housing retainer to the slot in the cigar lighter hole.




2. Install the housing retainer. Press into place until the retainer is fully seated.




3. Connect the electrical connector to the cigar lighter housing.




4. Align the cigar lighter housing tabs to the retainer.




5. Install the cigar lighter housing. Press the housing into place until fully seated.
6. Install the cigar lighter fuse.
7. Inspect the cigar lighter for proper operation.