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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012SONIC L4-1.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWER AND GROUND DISTRIBUTIONAUXILIARY POWER OUTLETSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Sonic L4-1.8L
Auxiliary Power Outlet: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Sonic L4-1.8LSECTION Service and Repair
Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement
Special Tools
EL-42059 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover.
For equivalent regional tools. Refer to Special Tools Tools and Equipment
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the auxiliary power outlet fuse from the fuse block.
2. Remove the receptacle:
1. 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 EL-42059 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover pushes the plastic latches from these tab windows and the receptacle can be pulled straight out.
2. Place one side of the "T" portion of the EL-42059 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover into the tab window. The EL-42059 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover will not fit straight into the receptacle. Angle the slightly for insertion into the receptacle.
3. Insert the other side of the "T" into the opposite tab window.
You must move the EL-42059 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover handle toward horizontal to engage the other tab window.
4. Use the EL-42059 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover to pull the receptacle straight out.
3. If EL-42059 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover tool fails to release the lighter socket from the retainer, perform the following alternate method:
1. Insert a small grinding tool with a cutoff wheel into the socket.
2. Remove the plastic latches in the 3 mm (0.11 in) square windows.
3. Use the EL-42059 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover as directed above to remove the socket.
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.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.