Auxiliary Power Outlet: Service and Repair

Cigar Lighter Receptacle or 12-Volt Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigar Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the cigar lighter fuse.
2. Remove the cigar lighter element.
3. Remove the cigar lighter housing by placing one side of the T portion of J 42059 into the tab window and the other side into the opposite tab window. Pull the lighter housing straight out.
4. Remove the tool from the lighter housing.




5. Pull the housing (3) and the retainer (2) out of the ash tray.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the housing.
7. Remove the retainer from the housing.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the cigar lighter retainer (1) to the ash tray, by pressing the retainer into place until fully seated.
2. Connect the electrical connector (2) to the retainer.




3. Align the housing (2) key way, to the key slot in the retainer ring (1).




4. Press the housing into place until the housing is fully seated.
5. Install the cigar lighter fuse.
6. Install the cigar lighter element.