How do you remove the stock cigarette lighter from your 97 tacoma?

To remove the stock cigarette lighter from a 1997 Tacoma, first, disconnect the negative battery terminal for safety. Then, carefully pry off the panel surrounding the lighter using a trim removal tool or a flathead screwdriver. Once the panel is off, you can access the back of the lighter; disconnect the electrical connector and twist the lighter assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the dashboard. Reassemble the panel once the lighter is removed.