Fuse box diagram Is there a separate fuse for the lighter?

Tiny
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  • 1998 ACURA RL
I don't know whats wrong with it. It simply does not work. It uses to be very flaky, sometimes it would work and then sometimes it wont, then I thought it was the prongs inside and I tried to pull them out a little bit. Since then it does not work at all. I could have shortened it. Is there a separate fuse for the lighter, I saw something about relay, Suggest something please.
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008 AT 8:12 AM

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Tiny
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It sounds like the lighter is no good and needs to be replaced. Check fuse no.4 Accessory 10 amp under dash fuse/relay box. lighter relay see below:


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_lighter_2.jpg



Here is a guide to help test it

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Please run down this guide and report back (FUSE LOCATION IN POST BELOW)

Cheers
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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008 AT 8:37 AM
Tiny
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1997 Acura RL

I have an 1997 acura rl, the radio, interier lights and cigarette lighter stopped working at the same time. Does anybody know what relay or fuse controls these things? What do I need to replace in order to fix these problems?
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Tuesday, February 21st, 2017 AT 3:00 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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On the 97 RL it is Fuse #57 20 Amp in underhood fuse box. I attached the info below from the manual.

Please run through this info and let us know what you find.
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Tuesday, February 21st, 2017 AT 3:00 PM (Merged)
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Electrical problem
1996 Acura RL 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 204000 miles

I shorted the cigarette lighter. ALL the fuses are fine, but the cig lighter does not work. I use it for cell phone, MP3 player etc. The manuals suggest to check the relay in the relay block under against the right rear of engine compartment on the firewall. Which relay is it? Then underhood relay box is not located in the spot you indicate on my 1996 Acura rl. Do you have any idea where it might be?
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Tuesday, February 21st, 2017 AT 3:00 PM (Merged)
Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

Here is a full fuse box diagram and a guide to show you how to test and replace them. The cigarette lighter has a relay under the hood. Here is some diagrams (BELOW)

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

1 - Not Used
2 - Not Used
3 - 7.5 Amp Rear Window Defogger Relay, Cooling Fan Relay
4 - 10 Amp Radio, ACC
5 - 20 Amp A/C Clutch, Heated Seat (Premium Package U.S. And All Canada)
6 - 20 Amp ECU (PCM)
7 - 10 Amp SRS
8 - 20 Amp Driver's Power Seat
9 - Not Used
10 - 10 Amp Daytime Running Lights (Canada)
11 - 20 Amp Driver's Power Seat
12 - 7.5 Amp Daytime Running Lights (Canada)
13 - 7.5 Amp Meter
14 - 7.5 Amp Starter Signal
15 - 7.5 Amp ACG
16 - 20 Amp Bose System
17 - 20 Amp Front Left Power Window
18 - 20 Amp Front Right Power Window
19 - 7.5 Amp Mirror
20 - 20 Amp ECU (Body)
21 - 20 Amp Rear Left Power Window
22 - 20 Amp Fuel Pump
23 - 10 Amp Windshield Washer, Moonroof
24 - 20 Amp Rear Right Power Window
25 - 30 Amp Ingition Coils
26 - Not Used

Please run some tests and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Cheers, Ken
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