12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum
of 180 W) designed for use with the standard
“cigarette lighter” plug type. Keep in mind, how-
ever, that connecting accessories to the lighter
socket (for example extensive connecting and
disconnecting, or using plugs that do not fit prop-
erly) can damage the lighter socket. With the
socket damaged, the lighter may no longer be
able to be placed in the heating (pushed-in) posi-
tion, or the lighter may pop out too early with the
lighter not hot enough.

To help avoid damaging the cigarette lighter
socket, we recommend connecting 12V DC elec-
trical accessories designed for use with the stan-
dard “cigarette lighter” plug type to the 12V
power outlets (

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page 302) in your vehicle

whenever possible.

If the engine is off, and the cigarette lighter

is being used extensively, the vehicle battery
may become discharged.

If you use all power outlets in the vehicle,

make sure that the maximum current drawn
does not exceed 55 A.

The power outlets can be used to

accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories
(e.g. air pump, auxiliary lamps) up to a maximum
of 240 W.

If the engine is off, the battery may become dis-
charged if used for long periods of time.

You can use the power outlet in the cargo

compartment or in the front of the rear seats
even if the ignition is switched off.

An emergency shut-off feature ensures that the
vehicle’s electrical voltage does not fall below a
minimum level. If the voltage drops to this mini-
mum level, the power outlets are automatically
switched off. This ensures that enough power re-
mains to start the engine.