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Old Dec 22, 2003 | 09:53 AM
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While wiring in a new stereo, I noticed my cigarette lighter is not working. I was going to tap into this wire for my constant power to the radio. What steps should I take to get this wire hot again? Would I start with the fuze box, and if so, how do I identify what fuse it is associated with? Is the fuse box located under the dash on the drivers side? I haven't gone exploring yet.

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Old Dec 22, 2003 | 10:05 AM
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Yes, start with the fusebox. It is located drivers side under the dash, screwed to the firewall. The fuses are labeled and also shown in the owners manual. That is a good place to start. You could also get constant power from the clock, may be the same fuse.


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Old Dec 22, 2003 | 10:30 AM
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Great! I'll go arm myself with screwdriver, flashlight and owners manual and get started!

Thanks for the advice! :thumbs:
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Old Dec 22, 2003 | 12:05 PM
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Could be the lighter element.

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Old Dec 22, 2003 | 06:49 PM
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The prior owners of my car had apparently spilled water or something into the cigarette lighter. It was extremely rusty, but had voltage to it.
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Old Dec 22, 2003 | 07:33 PM
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Well, I am pretty sure no power is going to the wire because I tapped into it for my constant power for the stereo. When I turn the car off, all of the presets and the radio clock goes back to 12:00.

Is there another wire I could try and splice into that is constant power?
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