Ducato Hi Hello Fiat Ducato 2003

[Dangrade]

Hi I am trying to find out how to remove the cigarette lighter and replace with USB . But unable to remove that section of the dashboard

 

[Communicator]

Hi Dangrade,

OK year is 2003 but is it an x230, or an x244? The x244 facelift was introduced in 2002, but if a PVC or MH it could still be an x230. Please check the first three numbers of your VIN number, either on the vehicle plate, or in the registration document (V5C).

I use one of these for simple USB charging, No problems, but perhaps you are meaning USB "C"?

I can supply details for access on an x244 model, but if your vehicle is an x230, I do not wish to cause confusion..

 

[cris1117]

I just use one of these.

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Bicycle Accessories. Plug and Play Item. Two USB Ports. Blue LED Light ( Lights up when plugged in ). Small,Compact,Sleek,Portable. Color: Black,Gold,Silver. We are always happy to help. And the after sales services as well.

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[Ednic]

Hi Dangrade,

OK year is 2003 but is it an x230, or an x244? The x244 facelift was introduced in 2002, but if a PVC or MH it could still be an x230. Please check the first three numbers of your VIN number, either on the vehicle plate, or in the registration document (V5C).

I use one of these for simple USB charging, No problems, but perhaps you are meaning USB "C"?

I can supply details for access on an x244 model, but if your vehicle is an x230, I do not wish to cause confusion..

Morning,

Apologies for the old thread resurrection, but I found it while searching and it covers the subject I was searching for.

I would be grateful if you could give me any assistance in accessing the cigarette lighter. My van is the x244 LHD.
I want to get to the upper socket, closest to the steering wheel, to remove it and replace with one of the "twist lock" variety.
Thanks

 

[Communicator]

In eLearn the use of a special tool is suggested when removing the cigarette lighter socket. See here, destructive removal may be possible without the tool. No special access is suggested, but without the tool??????

On a RHD x244 it is possible to gain access by removing the glove box, or LH lower dash, and gaining access from the side.

However on a LHD I think that the gear lever mounting may obstruct access to the lighter socket. A possible alternative method would be by removing the aircon control facia. This involves removing document holder, radio, switch control panel, drinks holder, ash tray,and rectangular external air control knob.

For LH lower dash removal see here, and for the aircon panel see here.

Please what is the "twist lock" variety. Please elicidate.

 

[Ednic]

Thank you.

The gear lever housing is indeed an obstruction and the dismantling you describe is something I'd hoped I might avoid!
It's not really a problem to remove the existing lighter socket, but I will need access to the rear to tighten the new one in place.
More thinking required.

 

[Communicator]

So by "twist lock", do I infer screw threaded or similar? If you are wanting USB charging facilities, then as suggeted earlir inthis thread, consider an adapter.

 

[Ednic]

This is the type of thing

12V Car Charger Adapter Cigarette Lighter Socket Splitter Plug Outle Waterproof | eBay

With waterproof cover and easy to use, it is really a wonderful car cigarette lighter power socket outlet plug for choice. - Input: 12V-24V. Output: 12V 15A, 24V 10A. - Waterproof cover design, easy to install and safe to use.

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I find that often the USB adapter is loose in the socket, sometimes without me noticing, resulting in a discharged device.
This has recesses on the inside which "grip" the adapter and keep it in place.

 

[Ednic]

thanks for help. It's done now