Socket Removal Note

Turn the socket while pushing the protrusion of the ring through the hole of the socket with a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.

Fig 1: Turning Socket While Pushing Protrusion Of Ring Through Hole Of Socket
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Push the socket forward.
Return the socket clockwise to original angle position as shown to pull it forward.

Fig 2: Returning Socket Clockwise To Original Angle Position
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