cigatette lighter not working

[ReyGabriel]

I have tried to replace the fuse of my cigarette lighter but when i put my cell charger, its busted again..is the charger shorted coz the last time i pulled out the charger, its seems hot...now i dont want to try my Navi coz it may burn it too...any advice from my good boxster friends...thanks

[Cassiebox]

Did it blow the fuse again when you replaced it or only when you plugged in your cell charger? Between the 'hot' you mention, it sounds like you have an issue w/ the charger. So, try another accessory or your cell charger in another vehicle to see what happens. Over the years I've had numerous cell chargers go bad so this certainly shouldn't be overlooked. Also, ensure there isn't anything stuck in the outlet like a coin or gum-wrapper etc. Finally, check the 4 pronged cable behind the center console (for aux phone hook up). IIRC it's on the same fuse and oddly sometimes will make contact w/ a metal bolt or plate down there causing a short.

Good luck :)

Edited June 8, 2011 by Cassiebox

[ReyGabriel]

Did it blow the fuse again when you replaced it or only when you plugged in your cell charger? Between the 'hot' you mention, it sounds like you have an issue w/ the charger. So, try another accessory or your cell charger in another vehicle to see what happens. Over the years I've had numerous cell chargers go bad so this certainly shouldn't be overlooked. Also, ensure there isn't anything stuck in the outlet like a coin or gum-wrapper etc. Finally, check the 4 pronged cable behind the center console (for aux phone hook up). IIRC it's on the same fuse and oddly sometimes will make contact w/ a metal bolt or plate down there causing a short.

Good luck :)

[ReyGabriel]

thanks cassiebox...i will try your suggestions...its should not really be that hard to find the trouble..