61 34... Removing and installing/replacing socket in center console (rear)

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 61 34... Removing and installing/replacing socket in center console (rear)
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Special tools required: 

Pull lighter insert (1) out of socket.

Release retaining lugs (2) with special tool 00 9 317 and feed trim (3) in direction of arrow out of center console (4).

Disconnect plug connection (5) and remove trim (3).

Installation: 

Retaining lugs (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Feed in trim (3) first at bottom into center console (4) and then press down at top.

Make sure trim (3) is correctly engaged on center console (4).

Fig 1: Releasing Retaining Lugs With Special Tool (00 9 317)
G08530573Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release retaining lugs (1) with a suitable tool and press socket (2) in direction of arrow out of trim (3).

Installation: 

Make sure socket (2) is correctly seated in trim (3).

Fig 2: Pressing Socket Out Of Trim
G08530574Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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