Mini 2012 Clubman - Manual (Page 100)

Practical interior accessories CONTROLS
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Connecting electrical
appliances
In your MINI, when the engine is running or if the
ignition is switched on, you can use electrical
devices such as flashlights, car vacuum cleaners,
etc., up to approx. 140 watts at 12 volts, as long
as one of the following sockets is available.
Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting to
insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size.
Do not connect battery chargers to the
sockets installed in the vehicle at the fac-
tory; otherwise you may cause damage to the
vehicle.
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Cigarette lighter socket
Remove the lighter or cover from the socket.
Power socket in cargo area
By way of example, the illustration shows the
cargo area in the MINI.
Pull out the cover.
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