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Can't plug anything into the cigarette lighter

2K views 5 replies 5 participants last post by  SimonGTV 
#1 ·
Cant fit the satnav or the ipod charger, Can I bodge it or do I need an adapter
 
#3 ·
I bought an aftermarket socket and fitted it in the underside of the dash above my left leg (there is enough clearance to fit the sat nav charger which protudes quite a lot without it getting in the way), there are looms etc in that area so if you do the same make sure you dont contact one whilst drilling through for the socket, it has the added advantage of the adapter not being near the gear lever and being accidentally knocked when changing gear.........or you could just use a bit of folded up cardboard :lol:
 
#5 ·
Or,

Solder a blob of Solder on the Sat Nav plugs Centre Pin and then bend the Springs on the outside of the Plug outwards, this should make a nice snug fit. Bodging with cardboard is not required !!

On mine I have a three way Cig Lighter adaptor that fits nicely down between the Passenger Seat and the Centre Console, I find this very handy as you obviously have more than one socket available, at least you can use the Sat Nav and iPod at the same time !
 
#6 ·
thanks, the cardboard worked fine for today, will look at longer term solutions at the w/e

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