Auxiliary Power Outlet: Service and Repair

Cigar Lighter Receptacle or 12-Volt Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement

Tools Required

J42059 Cigar Lighter Socket Remover

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the power port/lighter socket fuse.




2. Lift up the front cover of the power receptacle or remove the cigar lighter.




3. Insert J42059 into the slots on the sides of the receptacle sleeve.




4. Hold the plastic ring in place. Pull the receptacle out of the assembly in order to remove the outlet.




5. If J42059 tool fails to release the lighter socket from the retainer, perform 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 J42059 as directed above to remove the socket.

6. Remove the electrical connector from the socket.

Installation Procedure

1. Connect the electrical connectors to the receptacle.




2. Insert the plastic ring into the opening and snap the plastic ring into place.
3. Insert the receptacle through the plastic ring and gently turn by hand until the receptacle ring is sealed.




4. Close receptacle covers or insert the cigar lighter.
5. Install the power port/lighter socket fuse.