Where is the cigarette lighter in the Trumpchi GM6?

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DiGrace
07/29/25 1:22am
The cigarette lighter in the Trumpchi GM6 is located below the car's center console. The method of using the cigarette lighter is as follows: 1. Insert the cigarette lighter into the car's power socket; 2. Press down and hold it in place. When the heating wire of the cigarette lighter reaches the required temperature, it will automatically pop out; 3. After use, return the cigarette lighter to the power socket position. Taking the 2021 Trumpchi GM6 Manual Elite Edition as an example, its body structure is a five-door seven-seat MPV, with body dimensions of: length 4780mm, width 1837mm, height 1730mm, a wheelbase of 2810mm, a fuel tank capacity of 52 liters, and a trunk capacity of 324 liters.
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VonAiden
08/12/25 5:30am
I remember in the Trumpchi GM6, the cigarette lighter socket is located in the central area of the front row near the driver's seat, specifically in a small recess close to the lower end of the center console. To be more precise, it's on the right side of the steering wheel—you can easily reach out and feel a round cover there. Opening it reveals the cigarette lighter socket. When I'm driving, I rely on this socket to charge my phone or tablet by plugging in a USB adapter—it's super convenient. New drivers might not find it immediately, but just feel around the center console and storage compartments. Trumpchi models generally position it within easy reach to prevent distractions while driving. Modern cigarette lighters aren't just for lighting cigarettes; they power various devices, like GPS navigation during road trips, saving you from battery drain. The placement is carefully considered—engineers prioritize driver convenience and safety, so avoid tampering with the wiring to prevent short circuits. It's advisable to regularly check the socket for good contact and clean it if dust accumulates.
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