1996 - 2020 GM Car Van or Truck Accessory Power Outlet / Cigarette Lighter Socket Removal & Tool Use
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ค. 2024
- In this short video we'll learn how to remove an accessory power outlet (aka cigarette lighter socket or auxiliary power outlet) from its retaining bezel on the dash. This is best accomplished with a special tool for GM vehicles designed for this purpose, after you pull the fuse for the outlet or disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent a short circuit from inserting the tool of course. The vehicle illustrated is a 2007 Pontiac G5 sedan, but the tool and procedure to remove the accessory power outlet / cigarette lighter socket / auxiliary power outlet applies to most every General motors car van or truck from 1996 thru today. So whether you have a Chevrolet, GMC, Pontiac, Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, or Saturn car truck or van this video should help you perform this DIY repair and get your cigarette lighter socket replaced / accessory power outlet replaced / auxiliary power outlet replaced.
The eBay and Amazon search links below are paid links, for which I may be compensated and earn a commission, if you choose to buy the parts and tools shown in this video thru them:
If you're looking to buy either the Kent-Moore J42059 or OTC 2549 (professional) or DIY versions (Dorman or APDTY) of this tool: ebay.us/RzXE0O and amzn.to/3uHvihR
And if you are looking for the replacement receptacle itself, that would usually be GM 25774623 at: ebay.us/2yjSc9 or amzn.to/3scXibs but check to be sure as GM made MANY different types of these receptacles. The number I've given here is the more common for 1990s and early 2000s vehicles though.
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Chevrolet Cadillac Buick Pontiac GMC Oldsmobile Saturn
Chapters:
0:00 - Removal procedure overview
1:30 - Power disconnect safety considerations
1:54 - Socket Removal
2:25 - Removal tool overview
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Nicely done - you totally nailed it and that was extremely helpful. I didn't know what to do and I have three to pull out in my Yukon in order to put in replacement USB charge ports. No amount of prying is going to remove those sockets. Thanks for talking me down!😅
I love it, no bs straight to the point. Thank you.
I was today years old when I found out there was a tool for those chingaderas🤯
Thank you so much saved me a couple of hundreds from the vist to the dealership
Short , on point, informative the way it should be, good tutorial!
Thank you for the video. From my experience I recommend buying the original tool. My after market one was tiny bit wider and got stuck in the socket. It took me about half an hour of swearing to get it out, unfortunately with few bruises around the socket. Spending few more bucks is definitely worth it.
Agreed, I bought the socket and tool for 20 bucks.
I bought the Dorman which is not the OEM tool as suggested in the comment below and I contacted Dorman first and they said it was the tool. It's now stuck. Socket won't come out and tool won't come out. Doesnt even make sense to me. Unless the tool bent in there? Aluminum not steel like the OEM. Plan B.
@@sweetiepienumber1 the same thing is currently happening to me. Stuck inside
short and simple great video
Thanks. This is exactly what I needed. I’m removing a lighter from an ‘05 F250. 👍😎
same here...replacing it in a 2002 astro van after yearsd of waiting for a mechanic friend to do it for me. getting impatient so i'll now do it myself - it seems simple enough...thanks for this video!
Nice, short, and simple.
Very good video. Well done. Helped me .
Thanks very helpful and with a lot detail a like when you show up with details
Excellent Doc. Thanks.
Wow! I think this is gonna save me alot of hassel! Appreciate it! I have a 2001 Tahoe and it keeps blowing fuses! Its gotta be one of the three outlets gone bad and I'm tryna figure out if I gotta tear the console out!
Great video! THANKS!
Thank's por su tutorial tan exelente,Feliz año..
Nice video, thank you
You are a genius and a lifesaver. Thank you!
Unless the Dorman 56457 (OEM Part Number 25776667; J42059) tool was too wide; 2018 Chevy Traverse does not seem to use a tool even though the socket accommodates one. DrShock told me some cars require removing the black bezel plastic ring/retainer ring with a tab on each side (east and west) that are depressed and then by pulling out the bezel the socket came with it. My Dorman tool got stuck in the lighter socket in the plastic bezel housing. I could not remove the tool until I was able to push the socket back into the bezel a fraction (after I had it at a vise). I don't see how the tool works on this car because when removing the bezel the socket came out with it. Thank you DrShock for the tip.
Thank You. I just purchased from ebay!
Any tips on how to upgrade the DC male head sockets to where they can tolerate more heat whether from car dc outlet or other dc outlet with more power?
Thanks!
Im trying to change the cap only, the socket wont fit through the cap??
How do you get the bezel back in? I'm replacing a dash panel and I have to use the old bezel on new panel for cigarette lighter and it don't want to go back in. It looks like it should snap back in, but I keep pressing it, but it's not snapping back in. Do I need a special tool to get the bezel back in? It's a 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. Thanks for your time
No special tool for the models with a bezel. But there will be tabs on the bezel, both that secure it to the dash panel, and to the socket. Either you haven't got those aligned, or they may have broken off due to age requiring replacement of the plastic bezel.
Thanks!!!@@DrShock
Great instruction... Will replacing that part of the lighter be enough to stop burning out the fuse. (I'm sure I'm not using the right language.)
Thanks, the fuse is going out from a short circuit most likely. That could be in the socket (the part this video covers), or the wiring harness connecting to the socket in the back of the dash.
The easiest way to tell is a visual inspection after removing the socket from the vehicle. Check for some debris inside first, sometimes that's all it is. Sockets that are obviously rusted/corroded, appear burnt, or otherwise damaged at that center terminal at the very bottom of the socket are likely shot (what blows the fuse is _direct_ electrical contact being made from that center terminal with the sides of the socket instead of a lighter element or phone charging plug).
The best way is to test the socket with a voltmeter, which a local auto parts store should be able to do if you do not own that kind of tool.
Same tool for a '78 GM product or would you "bend" the clips with a small screwdriver like I've seen on other channels?
There's a reason GM designs special tools to service these parts. You don't have to use the genuine GM one, there's plenty of knock-offs of this tool available in your corner parts store for less (links in the description). Personally I could never damage someone else's vehicle/part by bending it like that.
This particular video is about a power outlet part that only services back to the 1996 model year. I don't know if this specific tool supports older model years than that, there have been several different GM designs over the years.
@@DrShock got it. thanks!
Is this the same way to do it for the 1 in the console between the seats ?
yep, here's a version for where I repaired that type - th-cam.com/video/TUb5aY-0DPU/w-d-xo.html
Maybe you can help me ? My cigarette lighter is stuck in the socket and won't
come out, no matter how hard I pull on it. When I bought my car used, the previous
owner removed all cigarette lighters, so I used one from another car, and it's
"stuck" in there. Should I drill it out ? or really pull hard ? If I pull too hard it may
tear out the wiring harness. You seem to be very good with your hands, so what
would you do ? I'm thinking just to drill it out ?? What do you think ??
Good video BTW.
If I'm following you, this is a situation where you forced the installation of a outlet from a different model vehicle into this current vehicle. As a result, the fitment is wrong so now it's wedged into the dash.
Well in this sort of situation I'd be concerned with damage to the plastic dash face/bezel, so what I would suggest is removing that from the vehicle and work on extracting the incorrect sized socket from behind.
I accidently busted the "bezel". Is there a specific model number for the bezel that goes to the outlet? Or are they universal?
It will vary by model year and model, GM uses the same part across many models for this but they do change over the years to match the interior design changes. Your local GM dealer should be able to hook you up with just the VIN.
Hi, I bought the Dorman tool (I messaged Dorman they said it was the right tool) for a 2018 Chevy Traverse and it went into the socket fine, however the socket will not pull out. I can't get the tool out either. Any thoughts? Thank you.
If the socket on that model and year has the two opposing square cutouts for the tool, then you should be able to remove the tool by moving one peg of the tool all the way out of one square cutout on the socket by rocking it at an angle. If it went in, it can come out. ;-)
Some models may have a snap on retaining bezel going into the dash trim that you may have to remove first, before the socket can be extracted. The service manual for the model and year is going to be necessary to determine if that's the case with your vehicle.
Thank you the retaining ring might be the issue. I have the tool in right I watched your video and others, etc. I pulled so hard I injured my intercostal muscles pulling on that tool. I lubed the sides with silicone to no avail as well. So. I'll try the tabs on the sides of the black plastic ring with hinged cover. I appreciate you getting back to me so quickly. When I get this out I'll have to buy a DrShock t-shirt.@@DrShock
Gracias, directo al punto
Do u need to disconnect car battery or just keep the key out of the ignition? 🤔
You have to pull the power fuse before inserting the metal tool like described in the video.
@@DrShock So i hv pulled the two fuses front and back. So if i use metal, I'm ok fr blowing any other fuses or fry the whole electric in my vehicle?
I dont hv anything plastic.
Sorry, I just don't know about this basic fuse or electrical stuff exactly.
My sockets are 5vrs old and look rusted corroded nasty inside.. I replaced the fuses twice but everyrtime I try to use lighter they've blown.
@@ALSILVERU2 Hey sorry for delay responding, I missed these two comments earlier. So yeah just pull the negative cable from the battery. Then remove the socket and replace it. Put in a new fuse as well after you do that. Reconnect the battery and give it go. With the battery negative cable removed, it's all safe to work on electrical short wise. Just be sure you get the correct replacement socket part for your make/model/year and be sure it's plugged in correctly and you should be good to go.
I have a 2006 GMC Sierra
It has the single piece lower dash assembly
I used the DIY tool and I’ve wiggled
Pulled
Strained
Tugged
And bent the shit out of my tool with zero progress on getting the original non working socket out
Have you removed it yet ?
I have a 2002 Chrysler Sebring and a penny dropped down the cigarette lighter socket and there was a small spark and now I don’t have power to my sockets. What should I do to fix this? Thanks for any help given in advance it’s greatly appreciated
The coin would have created a short circuit, which would then blow the fuse. You'll need to extract the coin by removing the socket and disconnecting it before you replace the fuse. The socket may still be serviceable, or it may need to be replaced. You would judge that based on signs of burns or heat damage, as well as corrosion.
@@DrShock out of curiosity, what would happen if I disconnected the fuse before the battery? I’m very new to this so every little information helps. Thanks
@@LongHairedTurtle If you remove the correct fuse (the one actually for the accessory power socket), it's the same outcome as disconnecting the vehicles battery negative cable.
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I have the tool. It pulled the cigarette lighter but I can't get it to pull the aux port out
The tool pulls the socket housing which is the metal portion of the aux port. The cigarette lighter plugs into the socket housing. After you pull it out, just like in the vid, nothing left but the retaining bezel and that unsnaps from the dash trim once the housing is removed (the housing exerts pressure on the tabs that keep the retainer held into the dash).
My 12 volt lighter keeps burning out my portable lighters help plz fuse is fine i checked voltage and its pretty steady 12-13 v
I'm reading this as your 12V accessory socket is burning out the element on your removable cigarette/cigar lighter. Not sure what else you could mean by _portable lighter_ here. So if the fuse is good to the socket, and the 12V socket is not corroded, then you want to look at the cigarette lighter element itself. Are you plugging in a genuine GM cigarette lighter element into the socket, or an aftermarket one here?
Do you have to disconnect any power or anything?
You won't be able to disconnect the wiring harness until you get the socket removed as the connection is in the back as shown. But if you feel you might let the tool slip and make contact with the bottom of the outlet, definitely pull the fuse for the accessory power. If you accidentally touch something metallic between the shell of the outlet, and the connector and the very bottom then that will cause a short circuit.
One fuse on my 2003 Nissan Murano is blowing all my power sockets. I keep replacing the fuse. I bought the double usb power socket. Or do you think it is a relay and which one?
Will that tool work for a C5 Corvette?
It _should_ fit anything from GM up thru around 2020. But you should take a peek inside the socket to be sure it looks like what you see in the photo - for the presence of the square cutouts the tool fits into.
Mine had the 2 notches but it wont come out no matter what and now my tool is stuck inside..
Once the tool is in the socket notches, you're kinda _committed_ to pulling it out in order to remove the tool if nothing else. Have you tried to give it a twist first? Sometimes the plastic bezel can get melted onto the barrel of the socket.
I bought one and did this and it got stuck! I couldn't get anything out. I had to pry the side of the retainer to get it out, broke a clip, then the tool was still stuck in the socket It took forever to get it out - what a GD disaster. I could have done that without buying the tool. It ended up be totally useless
Hi Tony. The same happened to me with my 2000 Camaro. I bought Dorman lighter at Amazon and the tool was included. Where did you get yours? To make it more interesting, the plastic part of the lighter was missaligned with the steel one so I couldn’t get it in the socket. I am planning to buy the lighter at rock auto. Any experience there? Thank you for any information.
Where's the link for the tool
Links in the description
How do I remove it without a tool
You don't. The extractor tool is mandatory for removal of the power socket from the trim.
I hear ya. This is stupid....stop with the special tools already...Great video though
Can I do this on a 2008 jepp liberty ?
I can't find the goddamn fuse. Can I disconnect the battery instead?
Sure, more than is required but certainly will still render the circuit safe to work on. Just verify you have no power before proceeding with the repair.
Will this work on a Ford?
Mine is stuck
Well, they still ARE cigarette lighters! They come with an element that heats up to light your smoke (or a camp fire in case of an emergency 😉) and many cars come with both a lighter and a USB port. 😀 So give us old timers and those chronic smokers who insist upon lighting up in the car a break, don't take us out of the equation before our time. 😆
Thanks!