A pair of 45 degree needle nose pliers might help. As I recall the light socket only turns a quarter turn before it comes out. That is from the 12 o'clock position to the 3 o'clock position. Another thing I found helpful was to use a flat blade screwdriver on the nubs on the socket while simultaneously pressing the socket forward (toward the front bumper). Use the screwdriver to pry the socket around. Pushing the socket forward helps take some of the pressure of the socket while trying to release it. In addition before you reinstall the socket take the rubber "O" ring off and put some silicone (or other rubber lubricant) on it. It will make it easier to reinstall and remove if you need to in the future. Hope this helps, they can be stubborn the first time.