Cigar Lighter/Power Outlet: Removal

This procedure applies to the Front Console and Rear Cargo Area  mounted outlets on this vehicle. If the instrument panel mounted cigar lighter/power outlet is defective, the entire accessory switch bezel must be replaced. Refer to ACCESSORY SWITCH BEZEL .

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Look inside and note position of the retaining bosses (Fig 1 )
   Fig 1: Removing Cigar Lighter/Power Outlet Base

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3. Using external snap ring pliers with 90 degree tips. Insert pliers with tips against bosses and squeeze forcing bosses out of base.
4. Pull out the base through mounting ring by gently rocking pliers. A tool can be made to do the same. Refer to (Fig 2 ).
5. Disconnect the base wires.
6. Set base aside and remove base mount ring.
   Fig 2: Identifying Cigar Lighter/Power Outlet Dimensions

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