Cigarette lighter install
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Cigarette lighter install
Ok, I'm going to keep asking questions and fixing things on my heap, uh I mean truck until I know enough to start contributing something useful.
While fixing my HVAC last night, I noticed there is a block off plate where the cigarette lighter would normally go. I don't need it to light cigarettes, but it would be nice to toss my old FM transmitter in there so I can listen to my iPod. I didn't see an empty plug for the cigarette lighter, but I have a hard time believing the wiring isn't already there. So, did I miss it, or will I have to splice it in somewhere?
On a completely unrelated note, my antenna is broken off. Do I have to remove the cowl to replace it?
While fixing my HVAC last night, I noticed there is a block off plate where the cigarette lighter would normally go. I don't need it to light cigarettes, but it would be nice to toss my old FM transmitter in there so I can listen to my iPod. I didn't see an empty plug for the cigarette lighter, but I have a hard time believing the wiring isn't already there. So, did I miss it, or will I have to splice it in somewhere?
On a completely unrelated note, my antenna is broken off. Do I have to remove the cowl to replace it?
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I'm not entirely sure,but my options sheet from Ford lists the Cigar Lighter as a special option.But my brochure doesn't say anything about a Cigar lighter.Usually,these trucks were wired from factory to have the extra plugs for options,just not the harness and option.I've never seen a truck without a cigarette lighter,but then again i've never payed too close attention to ashtrays.Does your truck have an ashtray?
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Yes, the plate is removable.
So, a boot and a spade you say? Like the 2 wires I just noticed hanging out of the dash in the left of that picture? LOL
So, since there are specific connectors on the wires, I assume I need an actual Ford lighter, not one from the parts store?
So, a boot and a spade you say? Like the 2 wires I just noticed hanging out of the dash in the left of that picture? LOL
So, since there are specific connectors on the wires, I assume I need an actual Ford lighter, not one from the parts store?
Well,the wire with the boot just slides onto a post on the back of the lighter,and the spade connector slides onto a spade that comes off the lighter,so if the aftermarket lighter has them both,then you should be good.
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Thanks! I checked last night and it looks as though the antenna mast is just missing. I can see the threads in the base plate, so I'll just pick up a new one and screw it in. I have reception, it's just crappy.
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I ran a new cigarette lighter adapter in my daily driver when i got it (2005 mazda 6). it's pretty easy. just pickup the cigarette lighter kit at the auto parts store and run the red line to your fuse box and ground the black cable somewhere near the lighter. The autoparts store lighter kit might not allow for actual cigarette lighting, only for power devices such as an ipod though.
let me know how you make out. on my to do list is install my satellite radio dock in the truck and i want to run a separate lighter for that so i can still use the cigarette lighter for something else when it comes up, plus i don't like the looks of wires all hanging around.
let me know how you make out. on my to do list is install my satellite radio dock in the truck and i want to run a separate lighter for that so i can still use the cigarette lighter for something else when it comes up, plus i don't like the looks of wires all hanging around.
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I have a major complaint ... They keep stealing my money!!!
Seems every time I sit in one, my money winds up on the floor behind the seat!
Yes, it has been very embarrassing a couple of times at the store counter!
(As everyone is staring at you thinking, YEA RIGHT!, Of course my raggy looks don't help )
-Enjoy
fh : )_~
Seems every time I sit in one, my money winds up on the floor behind the seat!
Yes, it has been very embarrassing a couple of times at the store counter!
(As everyone is staring at you thinking, YEA RIGHT!, Of course my raggy looks don't help )
-Enjoy
fh : )_~