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Auxiliary Power Outlet: Service and Repair






12 V Socket, Replacement


Using force to remove cigarette lighter sockets without illumination can result in damage to the mounting sleeve retainers.

The puller T40148 can only be used to remove cigarette lighter sockets with illumination.

The puller is not capable of releasing the retainers on power sockets without illumination.

Power sockets without illumination usually cannot be removed without damage.

Cigarette Lighter (U1) , removing and installing, => [ Cigarette Lighter Socket/12 Volt Socket ] Cigarette Lighter Socket/12 Volt Socket.