Electrical outlet use with engine off – Dodge 2007 Magnum User Manual

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The auxiliary outlet is also powered directly from the
battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into
this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent
engine starting.

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off

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 suffi-
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine
starting.

Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.); will degrade the bat-
tery even more quickly. Only use these intermit-
tently and with greater caution.

After the use of high power draw accessories, or long
periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces-
sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a
sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to
recharge the vehicle’s battery.

Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.
Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory
bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage.

Auxiliary Power Outlet

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