Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement
Special Tools
EL-42059 Cigar Lighter Socket Remover
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
Removal Procedure
- Remove the auxiliary power outlet fuse from the fuse block.
- Remove the receptacle:
2.1. | Look into the receptacle. There are two 3 mm (0.11 in) tab windows 12 mm (0.47 in) from the front of the receptacle. The EL-42059 remover pushes the plastic latches from these tab windows and the receptacle can be pulled straight out. |
2.2. | Place one side of the "T" portion of the EL-42059 remover into the tab window. The EL-42059 remover will not fit straight into the receptacle. Angle the slightly for insertion into the receptacle. |
2.3. | Insert the other side of the "T" into the opposite tab window. |
You must move the EL-42059 remover handle horizontally to engage the other tab window.
2.4. | Use the EL-42059 remover to pull the receptacle straight out. |
- If EL-42059 remover tool fails to release the lighter socket from the retainer, perform the following alternate method:
3.1. | Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the socket. |
3.2. | Remove the plastic latches in the 3 mm (0.11 in) square windows. |
3.3. | Use the EL-42059 remover as directed above to remove the socket. |
Installation Procedure
- Route the connector through the retainer. Align the accessory power receptacle retainer to the slot in the opening.
- Install the retainer by pressing into place fully seated.
- Connect the electrical connector to the receptacle.
- Align the tabs on the receptacle to the slots in the retainer. Install the accessory power receptacle by pressing into place until fully seated.
- Install the accessory power receptacle fuse.
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