How to add a second cigerette lighter

louatdrex · 07-30-2009, 01:18 PM

I know, I know. My first thought is to change out my radio and put in a clean unit that can do everything I want. However, I was wondering if anyone else has figured out a way to add a second cigarette lighter for powering external units. I think the one you can get at radio shack is really ugly looking, was wondering if anyone else figured out a clearner way to do this.

MachRc · 07-30-2009, 01:21 PM

the flashlight plug in your glove can be converted...

or you can buy a bic lighter...

CWABimmer · 07-30-2009, 01:29 PM

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthr...ght=diy+outlet

nathancarter · 07-30-2009, 01:29 PM

I'm working on adding 5V USB ports, since most devices (phone, bluetooth headset, GPS, DS, etc) can be charged from USB.

I've got two ports in place where the cigarette snuffer went, had to fab up a trim piece to replace the cigarette snuffer. It looks pretty good but the black paint I used isn't quite the same black as the other pieces in the console. Last step is finding an appropriate place to tap into a switched 12V source, to plug in the 12V-to-5V converter/circuit board.

I started with a 12V-to-5V USB converter plug from Harbor Freight, and a 2-port USB add-on board that I had in my pile of computer junk. Almost done, will post pics when it's done.

CTD · 07-30-2009, 03:21 PM

I bought an OEM set to add to the center console from the dealership. This part costs 40$ and blends perfectly with the interior.

Here are the pics of my setup:

Solidjake · 07-30-2009, 03:24 PM

^^ THAT is hot!

CTD · 07-30-2009, 03:36 PM

Didn't anyone know about the existance of this part? I've never seen it on anyone else's car before... And it's not even that expensive!

Rene325ci · 07-30-2009, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nathancarter

I'm working on adding 5V USB ports, since most devices (phone, bluetooth headset, GPS, DS, etc) can be charged from USB.

I've got two ports in place where the cigarette snuffer went, had to fab up a trim piece to replace the cigarette snuffer. It looks pretty good but the black paint I used isn't quite the same black as the other pieces in the console. Last step is finding an appropriate place to tap into a switched 12V source, to plug in the 12V-to-5V converter/circuit board.

I started with a 12V-to-5V USB converter plug from Harbor Freight, and a 2-port USB add-on board that I had in my pile of computer junk. Almost done, will post pics when it's done.

I did that to mine.
USB CHARGER

BTW I want that part # for that rear outlet.

funkboy316 · 07-30-2009, 04:48 PM

I pulled the part numbers for the cig lighter pictures above from the ETK. i looked at tisher and they sell them for 78.50 a piece. looks like it comes as a complete kit, i dont see any seperate part numbers for the actual lighters, but you may want to email them before ordering.

black: 51 16 8 269 444

gray: 51 16 8 269 445

beige:51 16 8 269 446

Rooz · 07-30-2009, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTD

I bought an OEM set to add to the center console from the dealership. This part costs 40$ and blends perfectly with the interior.

Here are the pics of my setup:

Part #???

323v3nom · 07-30-2009, 05:59 PM

^^^^ This comes stock with European bimmers, a friend's 318ci has it

FireWater · 07-30-2009, 06:00 PM

I've never seen that before. Thats cool

funkboy316 · 07-30-2009, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rooz

Part #???

read the post right above yours, i posted the part numbers there for all three standard color interiors.

just as an fyi its listed as coupe only, doesnt appear to fit the verts

carcus · 07-30-2009, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by funkboy316

read the post right above yours, i posted the part numbers there for all three standard color interiors.

I have the glove box BMW adapter, but I kinda like the OEM smokers kit, I think they called it that. Kinda expensive though, but when I have a spare $100 bucks to get it with shipping.....I might go that route. Not sure I really need it though, but cool and different.

Rooz · 07-30-2009, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by funkboy316

read the post right above yours, i posted the part numbers there for all three standard color interiors.

just as an fyi its listed as coupe only, doesnt appear to fit the verts

Wonder if it works on sedans

iansanderson · 07-30-2009, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTD

I bought an OEM set to add to the center console from the dealership. This part costs 40$ and blends perfectly with the interior.

Here are the pics of my setup:

Okay, that's hott. Where did you get power for the power outlets? What about the backlighting? I'm ordering one tomorrow if it will fit my cabrio.

phamine · 07-30-2009, 10:11 PM

CTD:

Would you happen to have a pic of the entire back seat facing the cig lighters? How are they mounted? Would it fit a sedan?

funkboy316 · 07-31-2009, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rooz

Wonder if it works on sedans

ran it back thru the ETK for you. yes it fits sedan and coupe just not the cabrio because of the angle of the "hump"

NorCal Einstein · 07-31-2009, 01:32 AM

For the less permanent solution, the OEM BMW flashlight -> cigarette lighter adapter works really well and most of the time your local dealership should carry it in stock.

What are you trying to power though? You really don't want to be overloading those cigarette lighters, and you could be better off hardwiring your things to the car.

CTD · 07-31-2009, 03:33 AM

It does fit sedans!

AND, it does NOT come stock in European bimmers! I've never seen this thing anywhere before here in Europe!

I'll make a pic when I go to the body shop today!

07-30-2009, 01:18 PM	#1
louatdrex Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: maryland Posts: 21 My Ride: e46 - 325i View My Garage	How to add a second cigerette lighter I know, I know. My first thought is to change out my radio and put in a clean unit that can do everything I want. However, I was wondering if anyone else has figured out a way to add a second cigarette lighter for powering external units. I think the one you can get at radio shack is really ugly looking, was wondering if anyone else figured out a clearner way to do this.

07-30-2009, 01:21 PM	#2
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07-30-2009, 03:21 PM	#5
CTD Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Belgium Posts: 1,678 My Ride: 03 330Cd 6spd View My Garage	I bought an OEM set to add to the center console from the dealership. This part costs 40$ and blends perfectly with the interior. Here are the pics of my setup: __________________ 2000 E39 525Tds (sold) 2003 E46 330Cd

07-30-2009, 03:24 PM	#6
Solidjake Mod Join Date: May 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 19,919 My Ride: 2002 330i View My Garage	^^ THAT is hot! __________________ Follow my cross country drive to Bimmerfest West 2013 http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=987217 Youtube - Electric Fan Swap/Aux Fan Removal - Projector Retrofit - E46 Bulb Guide

07-30-2009, 01:29 PM	#4
nathancarter Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Riverview, FL Posts: 1,395 My Ride: 02 330i View My Garage	I'm working on adding 5V USB ports, since most devices (phone, bluetooth headset, GPS, DS, etc) can be charged from USB. I've got two ports in place where the cigarette snuffer went, had to fab up a trim piece to replace the cigarette snuffer. It looks pretty good but the black paint I used isn't quite the same black as the other pieces in the console. Last step is finding an appropriate place to tap into a switched 12V source, to plug in the 12V-to-5V converter/circuit board. I started with a 12V-to-5V USB converter plug from Harbor Freight, and a 2-port USB add-on board that I had in my pile of computer junk. Almost done, will post pics when it's done.

07-30-2009, 03:36 PM	#7
CTD Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Belgium Posts: 1,678 My Ride: 03 330Cd 6spd View My Garage	Didn't anyone know about the existance of this part? I've never seen it on anyone else's car before... And it's not even that expensive! __________________ 2000 E39 525Tds (sold) 2003 E46 330Cd

07-30-2009, 04:48 PM	#9
funkboy316 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: san antonio texas Posts: 1,269 My Ride: 2003 M3 vert View My Garage	I pulled the part numbers for the cig lighter pictures above from the ETK. i looked at tisher and they sell them for 78.50 a piece. looks like it comes as a complete kit, i dont see any seperate part numbers for the actual lighters, but you may want to email them before ordering. black: 51 16 8 269 444 gray: 51 16 8 269 445 beige:51 16 8 269 446 __________________ 2003 TiAg HPF stage 2.5 SMG M3 vert

07-30-2009, 05:59 PM	#11
323v3nom Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Lebanon :P Posts: 283 My Ride: is evil View My Garage	^^^^ This comes stock with European bimmers, a friend's 318ci has it __________________ -Giorgio [LEFT] BMW 335i 2008 (current) Infiniti fx 2006 (Sold) BMW 323 2000 (Sold)

07-30-2009, 06:00 PM	#12
FireWater Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: sacramento Posts: 274 My Ride: 04 330ci zhp View My Garage	I've never seen that before. Thats cool __________________

07-30-2009, 10:11 PM	#17
phamine Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 1,217 My Ride: 01 Orient Blue 330i View My Garage	CTD: Would you happen to have a pic of the entire back seat facing the cig lighters? How are they mounted? Would it fit a sedan?

07-31-2009, 01:32 AM	#19
NorCal Einstein Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Santa Clara, CA Posts: 23,369 My Ride: E92 335i View My Garage	For the less permanent solution, the OEM BMW flashlight -> cigarette lighter adapter works really well and most of the time your local dealership should carry it in stock. What are you trying to power though? You really don't want to be overloading those cigarette lighters, and you could be better off hardwiring your things to the car. __________________ Current: 2009 E92 335i Alpine White/Coral Red Past: 2007 E92 335i Sparkling Graphite/Black 2000 E46 323i Steel Blue/Grey

07-31-2009, 03:33 AM	#20
CTD Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Belgium Posts: 1,678 My Ride: 03 330Cd 6spd View My Garage	It does fit sedans! AND, it does NOT come stock in European bimmers! I've never seen this thing anywhere before here in Europe! I'll make a pic when I go to the body shop today! __________________ 2000 E39 525Tds (sold) 2003 E46 330Cd

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