Lighter Plug BMW E81 E87 F20 F30 E65 LCI Lighter Socket

The BMW E65 E70 E87 F10 F30 Cigarette Lighter Socket Plug Port is an original electrical system component designed for selected generations of BMW models. It enables stable power supply for 12V accessories and aesthetically integrates the cigarette lighter socket into the factory console. Thanks to its OEM design, it is a reliable service solution for replacing a damaged port or completing the electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6973035
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6973035
• Substitutable numbers: 6973035, 61346973035, 0406845, 61340406845, 6909513, 61346909513, 6914114, 61346914114, 0391893, 61340391893
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Application and Function in BMW Electrical Systems

The presented cigarette lighter socket is part of the accessory power system in the cabin or trunk, responsible for safely delivering voltage to additional devices. In BMW vehicles, it serves as a standard 12V port, used for charging mobile devices, powering navigation systems, or compressors, among other applications.

Thanks to its factory design, it ensures:

• correct connection to the vehicle's wiring harness,
• stable electrical contact under load,
• consistent appearance with the original interior trim.

Construction and Technical Characteristics

The BMW cigarette lighter socket is designed as a component to be mounted in a dedicated opening in the console or trim panel. The design includes proper wire routing and protection of contacts against accidental mechanical damage.

Key features include:

• compatible plug for easy connection to the factory wiring harness,
• housing adapted for mounting in original BMW brackets,
• contact arrangement in accordance with the manufacturer's installation standard.

This configuration ensures compliance with factory electrical parameters and minimizes the risk of accessory power supply issues.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Socket

Using an original cigarette lighter port instead of a universal one offers a number of practical advantages:

• Factory Fitment – proper integration with the panel, without looseness or stress, which reduces mechanical wear.
• Predictable system behavior – no need for wiring modifications, soldering, or adapters.
• Visual consistency with the interior – maintaining the original look of the cockpit or trunk.
• Easier diagnostics – the installation remains consistent with BMW service documentation.

For users who want to restore the full functionality of a 12V socket or replace a worn-out port, this component is a practical service choice.

Item Condition and Service Purpose

The offered BMW cigarette lighter socket comes from the Other category, meaning it is a supplementary part, useful for completing the electrical system or for interior repairs. The product is intended for users and workshops seeking original components to restore the full functionality of vehicle equipment.

Before installation, standard verification of the vehicle's electrical system and the correct seating of the socket in the panel is recommended to ensure trouble-free operation and proper functioning of accessories connected to the 12V port.

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