How to Fix a Cigarette Lighter That Won't Pop Out When Pressed?

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If the cigarette lighter won't pop out, it may be due to poor contact from prolonged disuse. You can try pulling it out by hand, but avoid using excessive force. Gently twist and pull it vertically upwards. If you notice the lighter glowing red and functioning normally, the issue likely lies with a faulty spring clip in the socket. If it's not glowing red and simply won't eject, the problem may be a blown fuse cutting power to the lighter, preventing normal operation. In this case, you can replace the cigarette lighter fuse yourself by following these steps: 1. Locate the vehicle's fuse box - it may be in the glove compartment or under the dashboard depending on your car model. 2. Open the fuse box cover and refer to the fuse position diagram on the inner side to identify the cigarette lighter fuse. 3. Use the provided fuse puller to remove the blown fuse and install a new or spare cigarette lighter fuse.