Cigarette Lighter/power outlet in front of the cup holders

MathewM4 · 09-08-2023, 05:11 PM

The 12V power outlet/cigarette lighter in front of the cup holders does not work with any charger I plug in. I used a voltmeter and it checks ok with 13V and change on the display.

All other power outlets works (underneath the glove box, rear of the center console for the back seat and the baggage compartment outlet.

Any input or explanation is welcome.

ried · 09-08-2023, 10:32 PM

Making good contact?

MathewM4 · 09-08-2023, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ried

Making good contact?

I bought a new socket and it might be deeper the other sockets. I am going to measure the depth tomorrow.

Found this link

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1179672

(post 13)

_ts · 09-12-2023, 07:07 PM

If you're getting power from a volt meter, there's an issue with what you're putting in making contact.

Is the metal somehow deformed?

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