Adding a USB outlet...which system to tap?

[jcampo788]

Adding a USB outlet to the center console of my 4Runner...need MORE POWER OUTLETS!

Should I tap into the existing 12V outlet's wiring system or the cigarette lighter wiring system?

USB outlet is the following:
Amazon.com: Quick Charge 3.0 USB Car Charger, BAODANTECH 12V/24V 36W Aluminum Waterproof Dual QC3.0 Fast Charge Socket Power Adapter Outlet with LED Voltmeter for Marine Boat Motorcycle RV Golf Cart (Blue): Electronics

Again, thank you EVERYONE for all the help with my T4R!

 

[Syr4RinNC]

I did the cigarette lighter - no issues and easy to do

 

[jcampo788]

I did the cigarette lighter - no issues and easy to do

Awesome. Can I tap into those and still retain the functionality of the lighter (even though I am a non-smoker)?

Thank you for your help!


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[Tironeous]

Another option is to use a fuse tap and ground out on a chassis bolt. There’s one under the lower driver side panel near where you’ll be tapping into a fuse.

10 Pack - EPAuto 12V Car Add-a-circuit Fuse TAP Adapter Mini ATM APM Blade Fuse Holder Amazon.com: 10 Pack - EPAuto 12V Car Add-a-circuit Fuse TAP Adapter Mini ATM APM Blade Fuse Holder: Automotive


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[cwilliams563]

Awesome. Can I tap into those and still retain the functionality of the lighter (even though I am a non-smoker)?

Thank you for your help!


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That is the easiest and most convenient. Yes you retain it as long as you don’t cut sever the connection to it.

 

[gmhotch]

Just order this and swap it out. SO much better and super easy to do.

Ashtray Kit OEM
Amazon.com: TOYOTA 74110-35010-B0 Ashtray (Kit), 1 Pack, Black: Automotive

 

[pauldub]

I tapped into the lighter socket's wiring. Easiest way.

 

[Syr4RinNC]

Yea i just used tap splices/ scotch locks

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9gja0-Popk

 

[BagiMT]

If you want to charge anything with the car off you need to do the 12V outlets mod (Toyota 4Runner Constant Full Time 12V Power Outlet Mod) or do a fuse tap to one of the spots that always have power. I did both (mod to have cigarette lighter sockets always on and fuse tap for USB charger), but fuse tap might be easier.

 

[702tripgen]

As said, skotch lok off existing 12 volt outlet and be done. Super easy!

 

[toyoman25]

Awesome. Can I tap into those and still retain the functionality of the lighter (even though I am a non-smoker)?

Thank you for your help!


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Yes, How my setup is...have no no issues

 

[Drcoffee]

The factory wiring may not be able to handle that much current. If someone plugs into the lighter socket and the usb outlet you could burn the wire.

Use an add a circuit and run a dedicated wire to the usb outlet

 

[wcjeep]

Previous mentioned idea of add a fuse is great. I prefer fused / home run wiring. Easily reversible. Easy to trouble shoot.

I avoid half tap wiring. It can cause future headaches. Running new wire is not difficult.

 

[Bluesky 07]

There’s writeup with pics linked in my sig.

 

[04rnr]

Just order this and swap it out. SO much better and super easy to do.

Ashtray Kit OEM
Amazon.com: TOYOTA 74110-35010-B0 Ashtray (Kit), 1 Pack, Black: Automotive

Has anyone done this mod BUT replace this to with the cig lighter ? Quick Charge 3.0 Car Charger, CHGeek 12V/24V 36W Aluminum Waterproof Dual QC3.0 | eBay

 

[04rnr]

Adding a USB outlet to the center console of my 4Runner...need MORE POWER OUTLETS!

Should I tap into the existing 12V outlet's wiring system or the cigarette lighter wiring system?

USB outlet is the following:
Amazon.com: Quick Charge 3.0 USB Car Charger, BAODANTECH 12V/24V 36W Aluminum Waterproof Dual QC3.0 Fast Charge Socket Power Adapter Outlet with LED Voltmeter for Marine Boat Motorcycle RV Golf Cart (Blue): Electronics

Again, thank you EVERYONE for all the help with my T4R!

Thanks for the link, I got one myself..
:whoo:

 

[gmhotch]

Has anyone done this mod BUT replace this to with the cig lighter ? Quick Charge 3.0 Car Charger, CHGeek 12V/24V 36W Aluminum Waterproof Dual QC3.0 | eBay

Looks like a good solution too. I used a double plug Anker in the cig lighter.

 

[originalg00kster]

Has anyone done this mod BUT replace this to with the cig lighter ? Quick Charge 3.0 Car Charger, CHGeek 12V/24V 36W Aluminum Waterproof Dual QC3.0 | eBay

Yes, very easy. You might need to dremel the hole a little bit but it's a simple diy job.

 

[04rnr]

Yes, very easy. You might need to dremel the hole a little bit but it's a simple diy job.

Very nice, I've already ordered the parts lol