Cigarrette lighter 12Vdc outlet not staying up

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07-29-2011, 11:21 AM

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Rizbel

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Originally Posted by lcc014

Rizbel,

Can you please explain the step 2 (2nd photo): Press on the ash tray insert to remove a bit more detail?

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It's similar to some cabinet doors where you press to close, then press again to release. Try it, you'll see

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10-02-2012, 03:20 AM

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I used allen wrench to remove the 2 back screws.
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Last night I removed the ash tray trim piece by following these instructions. Those 2 back screws are a PAIN IN THE A$$ to get out. They are very tightly secured, and required a lot of work just to break loose.

Matter of fact, I used the #20 torx bit duct taped in some needle nose pliers to get them out. -My Allen wrenches would not work.

I also tried winding back that spring but it was to weak to hold up the outlet, so I did replace the whole unit with Part #51167034087

Thanks for the DIY