cigarette lighter socket not working with cellphone charger

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07-01-2022, 03:17 PM

leoholland

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cigarette lighter socket not working with cellphone charger

I have a 2000 XJ8 L. The cigarette lighter works with the lighter element. Does not work with cell phone charger, or GPS. Any ideas?

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07-01-2022, 05:46 PM

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If the light socket works with the lighter but not with a USB charging insert, my first guess would be to
get a different USB charging unit and try that. Make sure you are pushing it down in the socket all the way.

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07-02-2022, 06:52 AM

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I had the same problem on my ‘01 VDP and my ‘06 XK8. I don’t use the cigar lighter, so I installed a USB charging port in its place.
Quick Charge 3.0 Dual USB Charger Socket,Aluminum Power Outlet Fast Charge,with LED Digital Voltmeter and Wire Fuse, for 12V/24V Car, Golf Cart, Boat, RV, Motorcycle, Truck and More https://a.co/d/a7jKPi4

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