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Armrest power socket replacement

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by PhilCutting, Feb 8, 2020.

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  1. PhilCutting

    PhilCutting New Member

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    A previous owner dropped a sweet into the armrest power socket and this has now settled as a sticky mess at the bottom. I’d like to remove the socket but I cannot work out how to do so. I have the armrest apart but there seems no easy way to extract the socket without breaking something! Any ideas?
     
    #1 PhilCutting, Feb 8, 2020
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    In the end I had to clean out the gunge with kitchen cleaner spray, a soft cloth and a large screwdriver. It appears to be working fine now.
     
    #2 PhilCutting, Feb 8, 2020
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    The Repair Manual (more info) procedure (under Vehicle Interior: Power Outlets (Int): Center Power Outlet Socket: Removal) says to use a screwdriver, with the tip wrapped with tape, to disengage the claw.
     
    #3 Elektroingenieur, Feb 8, 2020
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