Tomtom XLL will not hold a charge

SOURCE: my tomtom one will not charge

most car chargers are fused at the tip Try changing the fuse in the DC charge unit

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While in drive view, tap the screen on the blue status bar, on the GPS signal strength. A new screen appears showing the battery charge level at the top right corner.

SOURCE: battery losing charge whilst plugged in to cig lighter

I have the same problem, when the battery goes dead, it seems to do so instantly vs. just holding the charge for less time. You can replace the battery, but with the prices coming down and the fact that the map upgrades cost what they do, I'm thinking it's more cost effective to just buy a new GPS.

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Try pushing the reset button( you need something like a straightened paper clip)

SOURCE: The Tomtom XXL was unplugged

The device can be run from the lighter plug without being charged first. The obvious answer is: plug in the device again; when the car is key is in and electricity switched on, it should charge again.

Most Tomtom devices also come with a standard USB cable or charge cradle with non-standard connector on device end (but USB on the other). It plugs in a PC for use with the Tomtom HOME software and also for charging.

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