Dodge 2010 Grand Caravan - Owner Manual User Manual

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connected to the battery. Do not exceed a maximum
power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) shared between the lower
panel outlet and the removable floor console outlet.

The outlet in the rear quarter panel near the liftgate and
the upper outlet in the instrument panel are both con-
trolled by the ignition switch. Each of these outlets can
support 160 Watts (13 Amps). Do not exceed 160 Watts
(13 Amps) for each of these outlets.

The power outlets include tethered caps, labeled with a
key or battery symbol indicating the power source. The
power outlet, located on the lower instrument panel, is
powered directly from the battery. Items plugged into
this power outlet may discharge the battery and/or
prevent the engine from starting.

WARNING!

To avoid serious injury or death:

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WARNING! (Continued)

Only devices designed for use in this type of

outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.

Do not touch with wet hands.

Close the lid when not in use and while driving

the vehicle.

If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an

electric shock and failure.

CAUTION!

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 the engine from starting.

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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