How do you hardwire a 12 volt car accessory to your car?
I have a 1998 Pontiac Firebird and recently purchased a sweet gadget called the Harman Kardon Drive+Play. It has a built in FM transmitter and cigarette lighter power cable, but that’s not good enough for me. I would like to know how I can hardwire... Read More
How long can a car battery power a 15 watt stereo via a cigarette lighter?
I have a 15 watt stereo, and planned on plugging it into my car’s 12v DC cigarette outlet. I was wondering if this is a good idea, or if it will drain my battery. Also, how long would it be able to last without affecting the battery? Posted by Kurt Read More Ø
How to get the antenna down on my 1992 Pontiac Firebird 3.1 V6?
I have a 1992 Pontiac Firebird and the automatic antenna will not go down. Also if i unplug the fuse then i don’t have my cigarette lighter, I need to use it to charge my GPS when i drive. Could anybody either tell how or give me some suggestions... Read More
The cigarette lighter in my 1998 Subaru Legacy isn’t working as a power source anymore. Any ideas how to fix?
FYI: I checked the fuse and it’s fine. Posted by Frank T Read More Ø
Why does the cigarette lighter on my 1995 subaru impreza not work, and how do I fix it?
It is NOT the fuse. Thanks in advance. Posted by Its Me Read More Ø
Will hooking up a fuel pump that originally requires a 30amp to a 15amp cause under powering?
This question comes from an arguement with a friend that 15 amps is not efficient enough to power a fuel pump that requires a 30 amp fuse connection. Let me rephrase. He wants to hook the fuel pump to the cigarette lighter due to a low voltage reading... Read More
How much does it cost to replace an ignition in a ford taurus?
The ignition fell out today. It sort of looks like a cigarette lighter for the car. How much do you think it’ll cost to replace? I Posted by COOL Read More Ø
What adapter should I use for a GPS that is not compatible with my Hyundai Accent ‘01 cigarette lighter?
I have a Garmin Street Pilot c300 series. It does not fit in the cigarette lighter. Thank you! Posted by Jan Read More Ø
Which fuse is the fuse for the cigarette lighter in a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Cigarette lighter fell apart. Put it back together but it seems it is not working. Don’t have manual. Can someone tell me which fuse could be blown? The fuse box is under the hood. Are we talking about the same thing? Posted by candigirl_06756 Read More Ø
Can I put a GPS Navigation system in my old Toyota?
I have a Toyota Camry from the early 90’s. It has a cigarette lighter entry and I was wondering if GPS systems like the Garmin Nuvi or TomTom can work in my car. Posted by beemer Read More Ø
