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Accessory Power Socket: Removal & Installation Chevrolet Tahoe III

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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the auxiliary power outlet fuse from the fuse block.
  2. Remove the receptacle: Look into the receptacle. There are two 3 mm (0.11 in) tab windows 12 mm (0.47 in) from the front of the receptacle. The J 42059 pushes the plastic latches from these tab windows and the receptacle can be pulled straight out. See «Special Tools»(ref-364528-S12973485152010063000000) . Place one side of the "T" portion of the J 42059 into the tab window. See «Special Tools»(ref-364528-S12973485152010063000000) . The J 42059 will not fit straight into the receptacle. See «Special Tools»(ref-364528-S12973485152010063000000) . Angle the J 42059 slightly for insertion into the receptacle. See «Special Tools»(ref-364528-S12973485152010063000000) . Insert the other side of the "T" into the opposite tab window. You must move the J 42059 handle toward horizontal to engage the other tab window. See «Special Tools»(ref-364528-S12973485152010063000000) . Use the J 42059 to pull the receptacle straight out. See «Special Tools»(ref-364528-S12973485152010063000000) .
  3. If J 42059 tool fails to release the lighter socket from the retainer, perform the following alternate method: See «Special Tools»(ref-364528-S12973485152010063000000) . Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the socket. Remove the plastic latches in the 3 mm (0.11 in) square windows. Use the J 42059 as directed above to remove the socket. See «Special Tools»(ref-364528-S12973485152010063000000) .

Installation Procedure

  1. Route the connector through the retainer. Align the accessory power receptacle retainer to the slot in the opening.
  2. Install the retainer by pressing into place fully seated.
  3. Connect the electrical connector to the receptacle.
  4. Align the tabs on the receptacle to the slots in the retainer. Install the accessory power receptacle by pressing into place until fully seated.
  5. Install the accessory power receptacle fuse.

Scheme 42

Scheme 42: Accessory AC and DC Power Control Module Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the left side rear quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Extended Wheelbase w/o E61) or Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Extended Wheelbase w/E61) or Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Standard Wheelbase w/o E61) or Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Standard Wheelbase w/E61) .
1Tire Inflator Bracket Nut (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2Tire Inflator Bracket
3Accessory AC and DC Power Control Module Nut Tighten: 9 N.m (80 lb in)
4Accessory AC and DC Power Control Module Procedure Disconnect the electrical connectors. For programming and setup procedures, refer to Control Module References .
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 43

Scheme 43: Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement (HP2)
CalloutComponent Name
1Rear Seat Cup Holder Procedure: Remove cup holder to access receptacle.
2Accessory Power Receptacle Procedure Squeeze tabs to unsnap the receptacle from the left side rear quarter trim panel. Disconnect the electrical connector.