Electrical power outlets
The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets can provide power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the standard “cigar lighter” plug. The 12 Volt power outlets have a cap attached to the outlet indicating “12V DC”, together with either a key symbol or a battery symbol. A key symbol indicates that the key must be in the ON/RUN or ACC positions for the outlet to provide power. The battery symbol indicates that the outlet is connected to the battery, and can provide power at all times.
NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used.
CAUTION!
Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts
(13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced.
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
The auxiliary power outlets can be found in the following locations: • Lower left and lower right of the center stack —
without floor mounted shifter. • Inside the top storage tray with floor mounted
shifter.
Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment if equipped.
Power Outlet Floor Shifter
Power Outlet Upper Lid
Rear of the center console storage compartment Quad Cab or Crew Cab.
The key symbol indicates that this outlet can supply power when the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- tions. All accessories connected to the outlet(s) should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge.
Power Outlet Rear Center Console
WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death:
Only devices designed for use in this type of
outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
Power Outlet Fuse Locations
1 M7 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Center Seat (Opt) or with Console Rear 2 M6 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel or with Console Front 3 M36 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Instrument Panel or with Console Center
CAUTION!
Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will discharge the battery even more quickly. Only use these inter- mittently and with greater caution.
After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
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