05-25-2019, 08:00 PM | #1 |
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Lighter Socket Issue
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Bought a USB adapter to use to charge my phone through the lighter socket in the front. I go to plug it in and no charge. I confirmed that it is the indeed the cigarette lighter socket itself and not the phone or parts i am using. Any idea what this issue could be or where i can start? Would appreciate the help. Thanks in advance. |
05-25-2019, 11:44 PM | #2 | |
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05-26-2019, 02:16 AM | #3 |
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There is second power outlet in the trunk - chk to see it that second outlet charges your phone.
At least u have the usb in the center console to use. |
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05-27-2019, 11:30 AM | #4 |
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The front socket geometry is slightly weird and I've found that it won't work with every USB charger. Try the backseat socket or the trunk socket and see if your charger works. I have a 4 port USB charger that works fine from the backseat but refuses to work in the front socket. Hope this helps!
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05-27-2019, 12:17 PM | #5 |
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The problem is the BMW 12V socket is manufactured to the ISO 4165 20mm specification, but the plug is likely to be to the SAE J563 specification (which is more common in North America), they are similar but not the same and with manufacturing tolerances sometimes don't make good contact.
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05-27-2019, 01:47 PM | #6 |
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Stick a dime in the bottom of the socket. I tried several chargers before figuring out that the socket is deeper than most chargers can reach. The dime raises the contact point enough and doesn't short it out. Fixed for $0.10.
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I know this is a bit old but just want to say it worked 100% as noted.. Can't get over it how simple the "fix" was. It's been such a nuisance not being able to use the charger in this location i gave up all hope. Thanks Aspen for the awesome hack!
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01-30-2023, 10:09 PM | #9 |
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Don't do this. I caught my dad's car on fire doing this when I was a kid. LOL
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