06-12-2021, 12:11 PM | #1 |
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Cigarette lighter 12 volt plug not working?
The 12 volt plug by the cup holders hasn't worked since I got the car. I thought it was the adapter I was using but a new adapter didn't fix the problem. apparently there is a common fuse that goes out that takes 15 seconds to fix? anyone know where that fuse is on this car? I could just take it to the dealer but have to drive the car out of town tomorrow and would like it to work.
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It's not a fuse. The receptacle has to be replaced. I had the same problem--it's too large for most plugs like a radar detector. Known problem. Takes about 5 minutes to put the new one in--after they order it. They had a fix before that just replaced the screw at the bottom. It worked for me with a piece of plastic hose jammed into the receptacle until they got the part. Had it replaced at 1200 mile service.
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06-12-2021, 12:48 PM | #3 |
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So is the problem that it's too long for the plugs to reach the bottom of? The plug seems to fit quite securely side to side. I saw something else somewhere where someone jammed some aluminum foil into it. What does the rubber tubing do? The temporary fix is something they have to do, not something I can do. I guess until then I will keep using the slower charging USBC port.
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Didn't show part number on receipt, probably because part was in Parts Dept before I got there as they ordered it when I took the car back because of that and the XM not working. As I understand it, the first fix was a new screw--longer. Once that was put in, the plug worked ok fully to the right, but not in the center/left. Definite play in it. I put a small piece of rubber tubing (non-conductive of course) in to hold the plug tight. Worked fine, looked tacky. The new piece keeps the plug firmly in place--no play, and probably has a longer screw on the bottom. I was told it was a known problem, just like XM not being up--at least on my M4C.
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What about my dad?
USB isn't the problem. That's what I'm currently having to use. The 12V is what I want to use so I can fast charge.
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07-24-2021, 12:11 PM | #9 |
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To further my question a bit...
I talked to the service director at the dealer yesterday who said that he looked into it and "there is only one 12V receptacle part number BMW has listed". My CA gave me one of the BMW branded 12V adaptors, which does work, but only slow charges at the same speed as the USB port so it's not any help. Below is the BMW adaptor on the left, the Quickcharge 3.0 adaptor that works in my Jeep and an older cable that also works in my Jeep. Neither of the latter 2 work in my BMW. The metal contacts on the sides are in different places although I wouldn't think that would matter since the whole receptacle is metal. All 3 fit plenty secure in the hole. No play at all on any of them so it doesn't appear to be a size issue. Ideas?
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That may just be the longer screw in the bottom. That was the "fix" that didn't solve the issue. Would work, if you pushed the plug all the way to the right--too loose in socket. I jammed a piece of rubber tubing to secure the RD plug and it worked until the new socket came in. Had it replaced at 1200 mile service: works fine now. But it was a new socket. Took about 5 minutes to replace.
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Lol radar detector...freaking iPhone autocorrect
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Lol. Ok, that makes more sense.
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Ok, resolution for anyone that searches and finds this thread.
SIB 61 01 20, updated socket Installed 61 34 7 947 771 :B1-Plug-in socket The socket is definitely deeper and works now with my fast charging adaptor
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The bulletin says replace screw. But the part number you listed is a new socket. Did you replace both? Or did you just do the screw? If the dealer strictly follows the bulletin, I don't see them order a new socket. Thanks! |
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My rapid charger works just fine in my R8, Porsche, M8, etc I guess Ill have the dealer review it when I do the 1200 mile break in service.
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