Cig. 12V not working anymore

that probably has a dedicated fuse under the dash. also, if that is good, check the harness behind the outlet.

Briman42487 said:

that probably has a dedicated fuse under the dash. also, if that is good, check the harness behind the outlet.

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Under the dash as in the fuse panel? The cover diagram didn't show a fuse for the 12v cig light plug. I'll pull the dash and see. If there was a fuse, it really should be somewhere that's more accessible.

Fjamming said:

Under the dash as in the fuse panel? The cover diagram didn't show a fuse for the 12v cig light plug. I'll pull the dash and see. If there was a fuse, it really should be somewhere that's more accessible.

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yes, in the fuse box.

Might have to pull each fuse one by one to check if it isn't in the manual (though I remember there being a diagram of the fuses in there).

I think theres a better diagram in the manual, if it's not in the dash panel it will be in the box right next to the battery, the top just pops off. I know the lighter in my wifes car the fuse is by the battery. really confused me for awhile.

Fjamming said:

The 12V cig lighter plug doesn't work anymore. Can someone tell me where the fuse is? I hope it's as simple as that.

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Your owner's manual has a listing for all the fuses. Even easier is to get a 12v test light, and just check all the fuses - any that only get power to one side are bad - replace with a fuse of the same amp rating...

Have you tried putting the key in and starting it up?

J/K HA!

It's the fuse

I check the panel near the steering wheel and the panel near the battery. Neither panel had a fuse (at least I couldn't tell) for the cig lighter. The owner's manual has fuse location (p. 287 for the 07 FJs), but the only documented diagrams are on the covers.

cruiserlarry said:

Your owner's manual has a listing for all the fuses. Even easier is to get a 12v test light, and just check all the fuses - any that only get power to one side are bad - replace with a fuse of the same amp rating...

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Looks like I started the post and you finished your posting before I did. I looked in the manual and it only has fuse locations and how to check and replace fuses. I couldn't find a "list" of fuses. I don't have a 12v test light so I'll just pull each fuse off and check visually. I didn't bother to do that initially because the cover diagram didn't list a fuse for the cigarette lighter.

ColoradoCruiserDude said:

Have you tried putting the key in and starting it up?

J/K HA!

It's the fuse

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Good to know it's just the fuse. Now I gotta find it!

Fjamming said:

Looks like I started the post and you finished your posting before I did. I looked in the manual and it only has fuse locations and how to check and replace fuses. I couldn't find a "list" of fuses. I don't have a 12v test light so I'll just pull each fuse off and check visually. I didn't bother to do that initially because the cover diagram didn't list a fuse for the cigarette lighter.



Good to know it's just the fuse. Now I gotta find it!

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Better take a closer look at your owner's manual - check page 321-323. All of the fuses for both the under hood and under dash boxes are listed by function. You should check fuse #34, 12v power outlet, located on the middle row, 4th fuse in from the left side...good luck...:cheers:

cruiserlarry said:

Better take a closer look at your owner's manual - check page 321-323. All of the fuses for both the under hood and under dash boxes are listed by function. You should check fuse #34, 12v power outlet, located on the middle row, 4th fuse in from the left side...good luck...:cheers:

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Thanks Larry. I found the fuse by just pulling them out one at a time. I see these are listed under "Specifications". Argh, the index precluded items listed under specifications, but you are right-it's in the manual. 15A fuse. I'm going to get some extras fuses of different amps when I get this one replaced. So easy to carry, there's no reason not having a few extras.

Thanks everyone.

You can even get resettable circuit breaker type fuses in Jegs catalog for oft burnt fuses like lighter sockets.

Tony did you see under the hood block there are 2 spare fuses? it's always good to carry more but jus good to know that they are there.

tractorlegend said:

You can even get resettable circuit breaker type fuses in Jegs catalog for oft burnt fuses like lighter sockets.

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Not a good idea. If you a having a fuse burn out often, you are overloading the circuit. A circuit breaker can malfunction, or delay actuation, frying the circuit involved. There is a reason why certain circuits use fuses and others use circuit breakers (resettable or not). Changing the design of circuit protection is asking for trouble, IMO (and I've witnessed a lot of circuit troubles over the years...)

Fjamming said:

Thanks Larry. I found the fuse by just pulling them out one at a time. I see these are listed under "Specifications". Argh, the index precluded items listed under specifications, but you are right-it's in the manual. 15A fuse. I'm going to get some extras fuses of different amps when I get this one replaced. So easy to carry, there's no reason not having a few extras.

Thanks everyone.

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While you are picking up fuses, pick up a 12v circuit test light. This is a very useful item to keep in your vehicle if you go out on the trail - whether you know how to use it (recommended) or whether you have someone familiar with electronics help you out...:rocker:

cruiserlarry said:

While you are picking up fuses, pick up a 12v circuit test light. This is a very useful item to keep in your vehicle if you go out on the trail - whether you know how to use it (recommended) or whether you have someone familiar with electronics help you out...:rocker:

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Thanks. I will certainly do that. It's one of those things that I've wanted to get, but got distracted. Thanks for the reminder.

Tony, if you need a test light I picked one up from Harbor Frieght for about $5. I'll bring it to work tomorrow and you can have it if you like. I have a couple more at home.

FJDave said:

Tony, if you need a test light I picked one up from Harbor Frieght for about $5. I'll bring it to work tomorrow and you can have it if you like. I have a couple more at home.

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Dave, I'm good right now. I found the blown fuse. The light though, if you do have extras, I won't mind taking one. Maybe next time we meet up for lunch?

I'll put it in my truck for just such an occassion!