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Old May 21, 2017 | 02:02 PM
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Accessory fuse keep blowing.

My accessory fuse keeps blowing. Not sure why. What do I need to check for?
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Old May 21, 2017 | 02:48 PM
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Re: Accessory fuse keep blowing.

Often caused by a shorted out lighter socket(not the insert). To check just disconnect the plug on the back of the socket and replace the fuse and see if it holds. If that works either replace with a good one or leave unplugged, Be careful with the plug, the orange wire is always hot and you don't want it grounding out on anything.
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Old May 21, 2017 | 03:51 PM
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Re: Accessory fuse keep blowing.

Thanks hernryd3. I will try that.
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Old May 21, 2017 | 05:48 PM
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Re: Accessory fuse keep blowing.

Hope that works for you. And if you can't find the right replacement I've got some tested good sockets and lighters as well for pretty cheap
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