Help!
#1
Navigator
Thread Starter
Help!
Got a quick question for all you C4 experts...
I was sitting in my car (1987 Corvette), had the engine running, air conditioner, and the radio. I used the cigarette lighter and when I pulled it out, I lost interior lights, radio and air conditioner. I replaced the main
pwr acc breaker thinking that would fix it. but it did not. What else is there that would knock out those particular things? I have not looked at the individual fuses yet because I didn't think the lighter would kill all
those things at the same time. Any help would be appreciated.
I was sitting in my car (1987 Corvette), had the engine running, air conditioner, and the radio. I used the cigarette lighter and when I pulled it out, I lost interior lights, radio and air conditioner. I replaced the main
pwr acc breaker thinking that would fix it. but it did not. What else is there that would knock out those particular things? I have not looked at the individual fuses yet because I didn't think the lighter would kill all
those things at the same time. Any help would be appreciated.
#2
Le Mans Master
Got a quick question for all you C4 experts...
I was sitting in my car (1987 Corvette), had the engine running, air conditioner, and the radio. I used the cigarette lighter and when I pulled it out, I lost interior lights, radio and air conditioner. I replaced the main
pwr acc breaker thinking that would fix it. but it did not. What else is there that would knock out those particular things? I have not looked at the individual fuses yet because I didn't think the lighter would kill all
those things at the same time. Any help would be appreciated.
I was sitting in my car (1987 Corvette), had the engine running, air conditioner, and the radio. I used the cigarette lighter and when I pulled it out, I lost interior lights, radio and air conditioner. I replaced the main
pwr acc breaker thinking that would fix it. but it did not. What else is there that would knock out those particular things? I have not looked at the individual fuses yet because I didn't think the lighter would kill all
those things at the same time. Any help would be appreciated.
Don't use the lighter
Last edited by Cruisinfanatic; 10-19-2018 at 10:25 PM.
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#5
Navigator
Thread Starter
Just wanted to say thanks for the info. Replaced the ctsy fuse and everything is back. Also replace all breakers (looked pretty grody). I guess what was throwing
me was the fact that I lost A.C. also. Specs call for a 15 amp. I pulled a 30 out of it. So, I put a 30 back in it. Was working fine until I used the lighter. (Guess I wont
be using the lighter any more :-) ).
me was the fact that I lost A.C. also. Specs call for a 15 amp. I pulled a 30 out of it. So, I put a 30 back in it. Was working fine until I used the lighter. (Guess I wont
be using the lighter any more :-) ).
#6
Le Mans Master
Just wanted to say thanks for the info. Replaced the ctsy fuse and everything is back. Also replace all breakers (looked pretty grody). I guess what was throwing
me was the fact that I lost A.C. also. Specs call for a 15 amp. I pulled a 30 out of it. So, I put a 30 back in it. Was working fine until I used the lighter. (Guess I wont
be using the lighter any more :-) ).
me was the fact that I lost A.C. also. Specs call for a 15 amp. I pulled a 30 out of it. So, I put a 30 back in it. Was working fine until I used the lighter. (Guess I wont
be using the lighter any more :-) ).
#8
Navigator
Thread Starter
I don't have any idea how many people have worked on that car before I got it. I assumed that the 30amp was in there because of the A.C.. Would a 15amp be big enough?
#10
Racer
Regards,
John
#11
Just wanted to say thanks for the info. Replaced the ctsy fuse and everything is back. Also replace all breakers (looked pretty grody). I guess what was throwing
me was the fact that I lost A.C. also. Specs call for a 15 amp. I pulled a 30 out of it. So, I put a 30 back in it. Was working fine until I used the lighter. (Guess I wont
be using the lighter any more :-) ).
me was the fact that I lost A.C. also. Specs call for a 15 amp. I pulled a 30 out of it. So, I put a 30 back in it. Was working fine until I used the lighter. (Guess I wont
be using the lighter any more :-) ).
you're asking for a cockpit fire by putting a 30amp fuse where a 15amp should go. Never over size fuses.
Last edited by pacoW; 10-23-2018 at 08:41 AM.
#12
Melting Slicks
For everyone suggesting "don't use the lighter," are you saying don't use the socket for anything? Or just don't use the cigarette lighter element, specifically?
I use the socket for cell phone charging which I understand is a relatively low draw compared to the lighter element, so I don't anticipate any issues with this kind of use.
I use the socket for cell phone charging which I understand is a relatively low draw compared to the lighter element, so I don't anticipate any issues with this kind of use.
#13
Le Mans Master
For everyone suggesting "don't use the lighter," are you saying don't use the socket for anything? Or just don't use the cigarette lighter element, specifically?
I use the socket for cell phone charging which I understand is a relatively low draw compared to the lighter element, so I don't anticipate any issues with this kind of use.
I use the socket for cell phone charging which I understand is a relatively low draw compared to the lighter element, so I don't anticipate any issues with this kind of use.
#15
Melting Slicks
"What does that have to do with you?"
maybe its the written word, but that sounded like a snarky response considering its a discussion forum
#16
For everyone suggesting "don't use the lighter," are you saying don't use the socket for anything? Or just don't use the cigarette lighter element, specifically?
I use the socket for cell phone charging which I understand is a relatively low draw compared to the lighter element, so I don't anticipate any issues with this kind of use.
I use the socket for cell phone charging which I understand is a relatively low draw compared to the lighter element, so I don't anticipate any issues with this kind of use.
I would not use the socket at all, pull the console plate and check the wiring for a short, if the wiring looks okay replace the socket, cheap insurance.
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#17
Le Mans Master
#18
Le Mans Master
#19
Safety Car
Hint: Don't let any coins, metal objects, or liquids get into your socket!
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