Yes, usually if you study the connector closely, you can see which side of the terminal will press inwards. Also helps to push in the wired end fully to get the little tang clear then use a small tool (I like a jewelers screwdriver) to push in the tang then at the same time pull out the wired end:

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Some other tricks I have used on my VW to repair tail light sockets:
- http://www.4crawler.com/Diesel/CheapTricks/index.shtml#SocketRepairs

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