Auxiliary Power Outlet: Description and Operation

The power outlet is installed in the instrument panel accessory switch plate, which is located near the center of the instrument panel. The power outlet base is secured by a snap fit within the instrument panel. A plastic protective cap snaps over the power outlet base when the power outlet is not being used. While the power outlet is very similar to a cigar lighter base unit, it does not include the two small spring-clip retainers inside the bottom of the receptacle shell that are used to secure the cigar lighter heating element to the insulated contact.

The power outlet receptacle unit are available for service. The power outlet receptacle cannot be repaired and, if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced.

The power outlet base or receptacle shell is connected to ground, and an insulated contact in the bottom of the shell is connected to battery current. The power outlet receives battery voltage from a fuse in the fuse block at all times.