Cigarette Lighter Quit

No power output from the cigarette lighter (1998 Chevy Blazer, 2-dr), and I've just changed the socket with a new one, from the dealer.  The parts guy says they stock a lot of these, so they must replace them often.

However, I still don't have any power from that outlet.

The fuse was good before I replaced the socket, but in the process of investigating this problem I've blown two fuses.  Now I'm afraid I have a short in the wire bundle.  Great - I can't exactly replace that.

What to do?

I need 12 volts to charge my cell phone, and I was hoping to use my new Bell 12 volt dc air pump.  The instructions say it draws 12 v, 10 amps - what if I ran this pump from another power source onboard my Blazer?

How many amps come right off the battery?  A lot more than 10 amps, I would assume. 

Radio Shack and the local auto parts stores sell pleny of cigarette lighter harness, cables, and gadgets.  What are my options?

Thanks!

I believe you have 2 auxilliary power outlets on your Blazer. These are the ones I would use for powering accessories. Here is an electrical schematic of the lighter and aux outlets.
 
 


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Must be a higher trim level thing... I've only got the one socket in mine...

I've only got one socket, also, but I appreciate this diagram. Now if I can only find this spare outlet, I'll be in great shape.

Any clues?

Thanks so much.