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Console Ashtray/Lighter Replacement



Console Ashtray/Lighter Replacement

Tools Required

J 42059 Cigarette Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the cigarette lighter fuse.
2. Remove the cigarette lighter element.




3. Remove the cigarette lighter socket by placing one side of the T portion of J 42059 into the tab window. Angle the other side of the tool into the opposite tab window. Pull the lighter socket straight out.




4. 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 the J 42059 as directed above to remove the socket.

5. Remove J 42059 from the lighter socket.




6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the cigarette lighter socket.




7. Using your index finger, pull out the cigarette lighter retainer.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the cigarette lighter retainer to the slot into the cigarette lighter hole.




2. Install the cigarette lighter retainer. Press the retainer into place until fully seated.




3. Connect the electrical connector to the cigarette lighter socket.




4. Align the cigarette lighter socket tabs to the cigarette lighter retainer.




5. Press the cigarette lighter socket into place until fully seated.
6. Install the cigarette lighter element.
7. Install the cigarette lighter fuse.
8. Inspect the IP lighter for proper operation.