2009 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 156

154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET This vehicle has two 12-Volt auxiliary power outlets that can provide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories designed for use with the standard power outlet adapters. The front power outlet, located in the lower portion of the instrument panel, has a snap on plastic cap so that it can be covered when not in use. As a safety precaution, the outlet in the instrument panel only operates with the ignition switch ON. When the optional Cigar Lighter heating element is used, it heats when pushed in and pops out automatically when ready for use. To preserve the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the heating position. Front Power Outlet WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not use a three-prong adapter. • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. (Continued)