[brak]

Is there a trick to removing the cigarette lighter/power sockets?

I bought the tool, made by Dorman, but its junk. the tabs were too wide and catch on the bushing. first one ripped right out, ruining the bezel.

I filed it down enough to release the tabs, and grab only the metal cylinder, but it still requires prying to get the cylinder out, which damages the bushing/retainer...

I've watched videos, where people insert the same tool, and are able to pull the cylinder with little effort

What gives? i feel dumb.