12 Volt sockets in the vehicle
Fig. 122
Front center console: 12 Volt socket in the storage compartment.
Fig. 123
Rear center console: 12 Volt socket.
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Maximum power draw
Socket
Maximum power draw
12 Volts
120 watts
The maximum power draw at any one socket must never be exceeded. Electrical devices should have
information on them that says how much power they draw.
If 2 or more electrical devices are connected at the same time, the total power draw of all connected
devices must never be more than 190 watts
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12 Volt socket
The 12 Volt socket works only when the ignition is switched on.
If the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the vehicle battery will be drained by any device that
is plugged in and turned on. For this reason, never use the electrical sockets unless the engine is
running.
To help prevent damage from voltage fluctuations, switch off all electrical devices connected to a
12 Volt socket before switching the ignition on or off or starting the engine.
The vehicle may have 12 Volt sockets at the following places:
x
In the storage compartment
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fig. 122
in the lower center console in front of the gear selector
lever.
