2001 Chevrolet Astro Lighter Shorts Locks

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KATRENCO

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Granddaughter put 2 pennies in cigarette lighter and now power locks and lighter don't work. Have checked fuses and they all look fine. Any ideas? Thanks very much[/b]

May 29, 2006 at 1:51 PM

PULSTI

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take the lighter from any junk vehical at the junk yard and replace it, very simple and cheap. snap on wires or maybe just cut and splice them. Good Luck!!

May 30, 2006 at 7:42 AM

BURRBRIAN

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You could save the hassle of the junkyard if you are willing to spend a few bucks. You can get a replacement lighter setup from parts store for maybe $5-$10. Whole set-up, that way you know what you have and you probably should trace wire from lighter on back and make sure it didn't melt into another and short it out. Could be what has happened to your locks. Still a cheap fix, just gonna cost you a little time. :D

May 31, 2006 at 12:52 AM

KATRENCO

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Thanks much. I'll check the local auto parts store and see what a new one costs and go from there.....and find a new, "secluded" spot for my pennies!

Thanks again

Jun 1, 2006 at 2:57 AM

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Replace the cigarette lighter assembly with a new parts-store unit, then trace the lighter wiring back to confirm it did not melt into another wire and short, which could also disable the power locks.

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The owner of a 2001 Astro Van says two pennies placed in the cigarette lighter caused the lighter and power locks to stop working, although the fuses look intact. Advice is to install a new lighter assembly and inspect the wiring for melted insulation or a short affecting the locks.

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