How to Get to Cigarette Lighter Wires

[vtjim]

I'd like to tap my cigarette lighter wires for power. Trouble is, I can't seem to get at them.

Can someone describe what needs to come off, and how to get it off? Pictures would be great if you've got 'em. I don't want to break anything by forcing panels.

Thanks!

[verc]

I'm wondering this question too.

[JT-555]

1. Pull out drink holder.
2. remove two screws it was hiding.
3. pull out bezel around stereo/temp controls, just pull out from the top.
4. remove head unit (remove CDs first).
5. remove screws holding temperature controls.
6. slide/twist temperature controls upwards.
7. the wires are now exposed.
8. the plug leading from the harness to the lighter is mounted to a metal piece, just pull and twist it until it pops out.
or you could use quick-splices to tap into the wires where they are.

I did this when i spliced in a 3-port lighter adapter. i mounted it behind the glove box for semi-permanent things that need less than 12v (XM, GPS).

I got the idea from this mod:
Scoobymods - 12v

[vtjim]

Thanks! I was hoping it would be easier than that. I hate to go in and disconnect the head unit and HVAC controls just for this. (I love that smiley.)

Maybe I'll find a different power source. Fuse taps or something.

[JT-555]

Just pull it all out. I didn't want to either. It's not that big of a deal. If i had to do it again it would only take 5-10 minutes.
I'm glad i did it because now i have no fear of dismantling my dash/console.

You don't need to disconnect the temperature stuff, just remove two screws and push the module up.