Auxiliary Power Outlet: Service and Repair

ACCESSORY POWER RECEPTACLE REPLACEMENT - FLOOR CONSOLE

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 42059 Cigarette Lighter Socket Remover

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the accessory power receptacle fuse.
2. Raise the floor console armrest.
3. Cover the handle end of the J 42059 with tape to avoid scratching the floor console compartment.
4. Remove the accessory power receptacle by placing one side of the "T" portion of the J 42059 into the receptacle opening. Angle the other side into the opposite opening. Pull the accessory power receptacle straight out.




5. If the standard method fails to remove the socket, use the following alternate method:
1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the socket.
2. Remove the plastic latches in the 3-mm (0.11-in) square windows.
3. Use J 42059 as directed above to remove the socket.
6. Remove J 42059.
7. Disconnect the electrical connector. Make sure the connector remains routed through the opening.
8. Remove the receptacle.
9. Remove the accessory power receptacle retainer.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Route the connector through the retainer. Align the accessory power receptacle retainer to the slot in the opening.
2. Install the retainer by pressing into place until fully seated.
3. Connect the electrical connector to the receptacle.
4. Align the tabs on the receptacle to the slots in the retainer. Install the accessory power receptacle by pressing into place until fully seated.
5. Install the accessory power receptacle fuse.
6. Lower the floor console armrest.