2014 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual - Page 116

5-6 Instruments and Controls The indicator light does not come on if the ignition is in LOCK/OFF, no equipment is plugged into the outlet, or if the equipment is plugged, but not fully seated in the outlet. If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected, the equipment may operate briefly then turn off. A protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off. To reset the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) off and then back on. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-24. The power restarts when equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9-58. { Caution Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords. The power outlet is on the rear of the center console. An indicator light on the outlet turns on to show it is in use. The light comes on when the ignition is in ON/RUN and equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, and no system fault is detected. Power Outlet 120 Volt Alternating Current If equipped with this power outlet it can be used to plug in electrical equipment that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts.