2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup Owner Manual Diesel - Page 163
2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup Manual
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 There is an additional power outlet inside the center console of vehicles equipped with 40-20-40, or Bucket front seats. There is also a power outlet located on the rear of the center console for Quad Cab or Mega Cab vehicles (only) equipped with bucket seats. The outlet(s) has/have a fused direct feed from the battery so it/they receive power whether the ignition is ON or OFF. All accessories connected to this/these outlet(s) should be removed or turned OFF when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge. NOTE: If desired, all of the power outlets can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the ON position only. CAUTION! Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off • 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 engine starting. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will discharge the battery even more quickly. Only use these intermittently 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. 3