Socket Removal Note

Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the socket hole and push on the ring projection to lift the socket outward.

Fig 1: Inserting A Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver Into Socket Hole
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Lift out the socket until the ring projection locks into the lower socket hole as shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Lifting Out Socket Until Ring Projection Locks Into Lower Socket Hole
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From the rear of the front console, insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver between the socket and the ring as shown in the figure.
While lifting the ring projection with the flathead screwdriver, push out and remove the socket.

Fig 3: Inserting A Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver Between Socket And Ring
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