This is so helpful! I was really surprised that someone made a video like this! I've been looking everywhere for help. Thank you so much, Sir Ruthless!!
I probably would have tested it before putting it all back together because I generally tend to screw something up along the way but that's just me. Thanks for the vid, takes all the guesswork out of it.
Hello: cool vodeo. i have a 2014 gmc yukon xl, how do i change the back ciggatte lighter from the console.? i want to switc it to usb charger. thank in advance.
My only comments are use the crimping portion of the tool to crimp the wires in the connectors, and test it before you reassemble the panel and then test a second time when finished.
Kaleb Casey Yes you could run two of them instead of the cigarette lighter port. But for them to draw less power if both are being used is something I’m uncertain about! They both have there own wired from what i noticed but i never saw them merge into one big harness. So they should have there own fuse therefore there own power draw. This can be followed up by looking in your fuse box on the driver side and inside the engine bay where they will have a diagram showing you each fuse if your concerned about using both simultaneously! I hope this helped!
Ty for the video!! I think urs is the only one abt changing the Caps!! One thing I wld advise, u tell peep upfront to disconnect the battery first. Especially for thoz of us who don't work on vehicles all the time. I was thinking this was an easy pop out fix. Glad I watched entire video! TFS~
Thank you! I try to advise everyone in my videos the best I can!! Something simple like that even if you do the USB swap could turn into a nightmare trying to find the fuse box and replacing the blown fuse! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Since the old cigarette lighter socket had power to it with the ignition off, how did you make sure that the usb 5v socket was not a parasitic draw on the battery when vehicle was parked?
Thats how the car is programmed. Even without the USB the cigarette lighter is always active now charging your device could cause a parasitic loss but never had an issue throughout my years of ownership regardless.
Was wondering the same thing. I installed mine and then stumbled across your video when searching for cigar plug wire color to find and install a kill switch inline. I am worried the backlight on these new plugs will slowly drain my battery if it happens to be parked for over a week or so???
Thank you for sharing and great job. Question - were you able to find a USB plug that fits and will allow the same cap / cover. I would like to have both caps the same for uniformity.
Yes, Its OEM but the installation is different because of that reason. They don't have a hot and ground you connect because it's hooked up to the OEM navigation! They started using them when they redone the nav for the later models. Google the Part Number 20944422 and this will be the piece you are looking for
Hey "You Guys"... you can do this in about 5 minutes by going in from the front, without removing the dash panels, by just depressing the two clips inside the plastic retainer as you pull/carefully pry it out, then the lighter, then detach the plug, put the new retainer in and re-plug the lighter and retainer, and you're done.
Hiya as much as i would have loved to do it the way you suggested! Im knocking two birds with one stone the way i did it with more than enough room to work with. Having to work in a small space like that the way you suggested isn’t my cup of tea! But i made the tutorial with ease and no stress in mind! Thank you for your two cents!
That is not the way to crimp on a spade connector. Proper tools exist to make this connection sound and safe. High currents and poorly made connections are a potential fire hazard. Best remove the cigarette lighter fuse and test with a volt meter for voltage present. Cutting both wires at once could blow your cigarette plug feed fuse… otherwise just cut each wire separately with side cutters to avoid making a short circuit.
I believe you need a micro usb as that’s what most androids use just plug the USB into the port and it should start charging it immediately if you followed all instructions!
You should have just added a factory USB port that connects to your radio so you can connect your phone and play music off of it instead of using a shitty aux cable. Keeps your phone charged while you play music. SMH.
Thanks for your comment, factory USB ports trickle charge while transferring data to your radio unit. I own a 2013 Suburban now and it has exactly what you suggested.
@@BuildItGeorge nope ...I’m just here to save all you from defacing the value of your vehicle by cutting the factory wiring and hacking up the plastic dash parts LOL foo !!!
"DEfAcInG tHe VaLuE" lmao 🤡. Nothing in this video defaced the value of a vehicle this old. Did the same in my 2008 Duramax...promise it's not worth a penny less than what it was 😂
Great video but the only thing you need is the pointy screwdriver press the 2 clips down and pull the metal ring that sits flat with the plastic ring....
This drives me up the wall. It's not a cigarette lighter, it's a power outlet. If it was a cigarette lighter there would be a plunger that would work in the outlet.
This is so helpful! I was really surprised that someone made a video like this! I've been looking everywhere for help. Thank you so much, Sir Ruthless!!
Thanks for making it look so easy. I am def not that tech savvy so I will attempt to do it myself. Awesome video!
I probably would have tested it before putting it all back together because I generally tend to screw something up along the way but that's just me. Thanks for the vid, takes all the guesswork out of it.
Can you play carplay thru this USB?
Are you able to listen to music off your phone while using the usb
Hello: cool vodeo. i have a 2014 gmc yukon xl, how do i change the back ciggatte lighter from the console.? i want to switc it to usb charger.
thank in advance.
Does it work for usb devices as in music?
I have an 05 tahoe and I need to replace both of mine with wires what exactly do I need to order on Ebay ?
Yours is an 05. I dont know the part numbers for them nor the proper procedure to guide you correctly. Forum posts are your best friend. Best of luck
My only comments are use the crimping portion of the tool to crimp the wires in the connectors, and test it before you reassemble the panel and then test a second time when finished.
My thoughts exactly
Thank you so much. I was looking to replace both sockets and do the same thing you just did. This helped alot.
WOO HOO! Im Happy for you! Thanks for stopping by!
So could I run two of these USB ports off of those wires by piggy backing them? Or would that take away power from both
Kaleb Casey Yes you could run two of them instead of the cigarette lighter port. But for them to draw less power if both are being used is something I’m uncertain about! They both have there own wired from what i noticed but i never saw them merge into one big harness. So they should have there own fuse therefore there own power draw. This can be followed up by looking in your fuse box on the driver side and inside the engine bay where they will have a diagram showing you each fuse if your concerned about using both simultaneously! I hope this helped!
I install one of this in my truck, there is a light that is on all the time on the usb. What can i do to turn that light off.
Order another one to be quite frank its being powered constantly. I recommend getting the ones i used in the video
I need to replace mine on 07 Chevy Silverado,, I watched video thanks am about to order my part now in a few days thanks,,
tanX. This video came in handy .🤘😃 🛠
You put the usb cover in upside down but it looks good for you guys.
Ty for the video!! I think urs is the only one abt changing the Caps!! One thing I wld advise, u tell peep upfront to disconnect the battery first. Especially for thoz of us who don't work on vehicles all the time. I was thinking this was an easy pop out fix. Glad I watched entire video!
TFS~
Thank you! I try to advise everyone in my videos the best I can!! Something simple like that even if you do the USB swap could turn into a nightmare trying to find the fuse box and replacing the blown fuse! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Did you have to disconnect the battery before you did the change?
Yes, I did disconnect the battery as a safety measure so I don't blow any fuses!
@@BuildItGeorge Thank you! :)
Fantastic video!!! Great tutorial!! One dumb question though... why not use a lighter charger that come with usb?? why go the extra mile if i may ask.
Exactly my thoughts
Trying to get rid of old technology...got'a roll with the times.
Since the old cigarette lighter socket had power to it with the ignition off, how did you make sure that the usb 5v socket was not a parasitic draw on the battery when vehicle was parked?
Thats how the car is programmed. Even without the USB the cigarette lighter is always active now charging your device could cause a parasitic loss but never had an issue throughout my years of ownership regardless.
Was wondering the same thing. I installed mine and then stumbled across your video when searching for cigar plug wire color to find and install a kill switch inline. I am worried the backlight on these new plugs will slowly drain my battery if it happens to be parked for over a week or so???
There are ports out there now with on/off buttons. I’m about do this mod also.
Thank you for sharing and great job. Question - were you able to find a USB plug that fits and will allow the same cap / cover. I would like to have both caps the same for uniformity.
Yes, Its OEM but the installation is different because of that reason. They don't have a hot and ground you connect because it's hooked up to the OEM navigation! They started using them when they redone the nav for the later models. Google the Part Number 20944422 and this will be the piece you are looking for
Thanks bro, this video was very helpful
Thank you this helped me lots I appreciate it
Hey "You Guys"... you can do this in about 5 minutes by going in from the front, without removing the dash panels, by just depressing the two clips inside the plastic retainer as you pull/carefully pry it out, then the lighter, then detach the plug, put the new retainer in and re-plug the lighter and retainer, and you're done.
Hiya as much as i would have loved to do it the way you suggested! Im knocking two birds with one stone the way i did it with more than enough room to work with. Having to work in a small space like that the way you suggested isn’t my cup of tea! But i made the tutorial with ease and no stress in mind! Thank you for your two cents!
Thank you I needed that.
That is not the way to crimp on a spade connector. Proper tools exist to make this connection sound and safe. High currents and poorly made connections are a potential fire hazard.
Best remove the cigarette lighter fuse and test with a volt meter for voltage present. Cutting both wires at once could blow your cigarette plug feed fuse… otherwise just cut each wire separately with side cutters to avoid making a short circuit.
Heyyyy…. You guysss. 😁
Good video just try not to say you guys so many times.
Hey can you pass on the part numbers for the USB?
Peter Balouris Part list is in the description with everything you will need !
Hey George I’m new to this, I don’t see a part list, but that’s OK I ordered something similar from Amazon thanks
Peter Balouris Glad to hear thank you for watching!
“There you guys go”
How do I get my android to connect
I believe you need a micro usb as that’s what most androids use just plug the USB into the port and it should start charging it immediately if you followed all instructions!
Good video. Where did you buy the USB adapter?
Sweet where did you get the piece from
Grand Improvements everything is in the description for you guys ! Thanks for watching!
Thank you!!!!
Great video! Just finished mine while following along with this. thank you!
Bird of Prey thank you! That appreciate it means alot to me!
Love it your video. We will try to do it later on. Wish us luck I'm
The stickers from the ac and radio panel needs to be properly installed
Great info thx
But these ports work continuously whether you start the engine or not
yes they will be on at all times the car does this from the factory with the cigarette lighter ports
@@BuildItGeorge so does that drain your battery faster ?
shad d no it does not it’s just how it was from Factory when you had the cigarette lighter in never had a problem with it
perfect thank you
Thanks
6:43 time to buy some wire connector crimp tools. They will do a much better job of crimping than your pliers.
Badass!!
You should have just added a factory USB port that connects to your radio so you can connect your phone and play music off of it instead of using a shitty aux cable. Keeps your phone charged while you play music. SMH.
Thanks for your comment, factory USB ports trickle charge while transferring data to your radio unit. I own a 2013 Suburban now and it has exactly what you suggested.
Lot easier to just buy a small usb charger that plugs into the cigarette lighter LOL....wow what a genius ha
Thanks for watching. You must have needed instructions to plug it in if you had to look into this video :D
@@BuildItGeorge nope ...I’m just here to save all you from defacing the value of your vehicle by cutting the factory wiring and hacking up the plastic dash parts LOL foo !!!
"DEfAcInG tHe VaLuE" lmao 🤡. Nothing in this video defaced the value of a vehicle this old. Did the same in my 2008 Duramax...promise it's not worth a penny less than what it was 😂
Great video but the only thing you need is the pointy screwdriver press the 2 clips down and pull the metal ring that sits flat with the plastic ring....
Wonder how many times he said yous guys,,,,,
Needed the info. But the twenty thousand “you guys” was more than I could stand
Lmao, Sorry!!! I made that into a note for next time I make a video to avoid saying it as much as I did. Glad it still helped you!
This drives me up the wall. It's not a cigarette lighter, it's a power outlet. If it was a cigarette lighter there would be a plunger that would work in the outlet.
You sound you're a riot at parties
You could have should if music part worked lol
There you guys, go, you guys, you guys you guys there you guys go you guys so there you guys go you guys
I get it thanks for the input lmao!
If you order one of these, splurge and buy 3. The interior materials used by GM at this time were shit. Probably still are.
How many time did he say u guys lol
Leave me be XD I know it's painful...
You Guys
lmao
You guys😂😂😂
Painful to watch
Jeramie T Painful to hear... But thanks for stopping by anyway :)
@@BuildItGeorge don't mind me I'm just an asshole sometimes lol