61 34 Removing and installing/replacing 12V socket in front storage compartment (ashtray)

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 7 other vehicles, including the 2016 BMW 760Li, 2015 BMW 760Li, 2014 BMW 760Li, 2013 BMW 760Li, and 2012 BMW 760Li. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

REMOVE FRONT STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Disconnect plug connection (1). Unlock plug and pull out of mounting in direction of arrow.

Unlock socket light (2) and pull out.

Expose cable (3).

Installation:

Ensure correct routing of cables.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Plug Out Of Mounting

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Open cap (1) towards top.

Press retaining lugs together with a suitable tool and lift out ashtray light (2).

Fig 2: Pressing Retaining Lugs Together Using Tool

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Remove 12V socket with special tool 61 0 250 .

Fig 3: Removing Voltage Socket Using Special Tool (61 0 250)

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.