Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Route the wiring harness through the retainer.

Fig 1: Identifying Cigar Lighter Retainer
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Install the retainer by pressing into place until fully seated.

Fig 2: Installing Cigar Lighter Retainer
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Connect the electrical connector to the socket.

Fig 3: Identifying Lighter Socket Electrical Connector
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Align the socket to the to the retainer.

Fig 4: Identifying Lighter Socket
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Press the socket into place until fully seated.

Fig 5: Seating Lighter Socket

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Install the lighter element.
Install the cigarette lighter fuse. Refer to CIRCUIT PROTECTION DEVICES in COMPONENT LOCATIONS.
Inspect the lighter for proper operation.