How is the cigarette lighter installed and what is it?

Every modern car is now equipped with a cigarette lighter. This detail is good in that it can be connected to absolutely any electronic mechanism, whether it's charging for a mobile phone or a portable compressor. The mechanism is a kind of "outlet", which connects an additional device up to 12 volts. Also, for safety reasons, many car enthusiasts purchase a special cigarette lighter fuse. But what kind of protection does he give to this mechanism, and how effective is it?

Functions

As we noted earlier, the cigarette lighter itself is a small "socket" into which any devices can be connected. However, if their voltage exceeds the maximum permissible standards, then a threat of breakage of the entire mechanism is created. To prevent this from happening, there is a fuse in the cigarette lighter. In case of increased risks, it stops supplying current to the electronic device. Both mechanisms in this case remain unharmed.

Which devices should not be connected so that the cigarette lighter fuse does not work?

There are no secrets. The main thing is that too powerful devices, such as a coffee maker, an electric kettle and a mini-washer, are not connected to the system. When these devices are in use, the cigarette lighter's fuse can fire after a few seconds, turning off the power of the instrument. It is good, if all will end this way. When such elements are connected to the cigarette lighter without a fuse, it is possible that the part simply closes or burns. Therefore, the maximum that you can connect to similar "sockets" - is the chargers of a cell phone or laptop (that is, low-current devices).

Where is the cigarette lighter fuse?

This element must be located directly in the relay and fuse block. For the convenience of diagnosis and repair, some motorists put it in a small plastic box in the cabin under the steering column. In general, this element can be placed in any part of the car: in the trunk, under the hood and even under the rear row of seats. The main thing is that the mechanism itself is in the relay unit.

What if the cigarette lighter stopped working?

First of all, pay attention to the fuses. Often they provoke the failure of the entire part. But what kind of fuse for the cigarette lighter to install in order to eliminate the breakdown? It's simple. First, open the box box and on the back of the cover find the corresponding part number, following the instruction manual. He is alone, so it is pointless to look for other details. If you have visually determined that it has burnt out, replace this part. By the time it takes no more than one minute.

However, if the cigarette lighter's fuse is not damaged, do not panic. Look at the state of similar parts located near the "outlet" itself. These fuses can also fail. But if this did not work either, you should look for a breakdown in the wiring or in the cigarette lighter itself.