such as solar panels or battery chargers, to
charge the 12 volt battery.
Lighter
Use only electrical devices that comply with
the corresponding directives in force regarding
electromagnetic compatibility.
Please note on
page 205.
,at the beginning of this chapter,
Β· To prevent voltage fluctuations from
cause damage, turn off electrical devices before
switching the ignition on and off and starting the
engine. When the Start-Stop system automatically
shuts down the engine and restarts it, depending
on the equipment, it is not necessary to switch off
the electrical devices.
Β· Never connect to an electrical outlet
Fig. 160 In the lower part of the center console: in cigarette
12 volt electrical devices that consume more
power than indicated. Exceeding the maximum
lighter.
power consumption could damage the vehicle's
electrical system.
β With the ignition on, push the igniter button in.
Β· Observe the operating instructions for
electrical devices!
β Wait until I jump.
β Remove the cigarette lighter and use it ΓΏ p. 205.
The 12-volt battery slowly discharges when
electrical devices are turned on
The cigarette lighter socket can also be
used as a 12 volt socket.
with the engine off and the ignition on.
Non-insulated devices can cause
interference to the radio, infotainment system
and vehicle electronics.
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Introduction to the topic
Power sockets in the vehicle
Electrical devices can be connected to the vehicle's
power sockets.
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
Devices must be in perfect condition.
chapter, on page 206.
Do not use defective devices.
The 12 volt outlet only works with
ignition on.
WARNING
Improper use of power outlets
and electrical devices can cause fire and serious
injury.
Β· Never leave a child unattended in the vehicle.
Power outlets and the devices connected to
them can be used when the ignition is on.
Fig. 161 At the bottom and at the rear of the center console or
in the boot: power socket
Β· If electrical devices get too hot, turn them off
immediately and disconnect them from the
mains.
.
12 volt with folding cover 1 or with removable cover 2
NOTICE
Β· To avoid damage to the electrical system, do not
Never connect electrical devices that supply
current to 12 volt outlets,
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practical equipment
Shutdown due to overheating When
the temperature exceeds a certain value, the
converter from the 230 volt socket automatically shuts
down. The disconnection prevents overheating when
the power consumption of the connected devices is
excessive or the ambient temperature is very high.
The 230 volt socket can be used again after a cooling
phase.
Fig. 162 At the rear of the center console (depending
on equipment): 230 volt socket.
To be able to use the 230 volt socket again after
the cooling phase, you must first unplug the
connector of the device that was connected and
then plug it back in. This prevents the electrical
device from being turned on again unintentionally.
Make sure that the maximum power consumption
listed for each outlet is not exceeded.
The power consumption of the devices is indicated
on the type plate.
DANGER
12 volt outlet
The electrical system is under high voltage!
It has a maximum power consumption of 180
watts.
Β· Do not spill liquids into the power outlet.
If the vehicle is equipped with multiple power outlets
and two or more electrical devices are connected
at the same time, make sure that their total
Β· Do not plug adapters or extension cords into the
230 volt socket. Otherwise, the integrated child
lock will unlock and the socket will work.
consumption never exceeds 180 watts ΓΏ p. 206.
230 volt socket
Β· Do not insert conductive objects (a knitting
It has a maximum power consumption of 150
watts (300 watts peak).
needle, for example) into the contacts of the
230 volt socket.
With the engine running, the socket is automatically
activated as soon as a plug is inserted. If there is
NOTICE
sufficient energy available, the socket can also
continue to be used when the engine is switched
off ΓΏ .
Β· Do not hang heavy devices or connectors, eg.
e.g. a power adapter, directly from the power
outlet.
Connecting an electrical device: Plug the plug into
Β· Do not connect neon lamps.
the socket as far as it will go to unlock the integrated
Β· Only connect devices whose voltage matches
that of the outlet to the outlet.
child lock. The socket is only supplied with power
once the child lock has been unlocked.
The built-in overload cut-out function
porada prevents those electrical devices that need
a high inrush current from turning on. In this case,
disconnect the power supply from the electrical
device and retry the connection after approx. 10
seconds.
Power socket LED indicator ΓΏ fig. 162
Permanent green
The child lock is
light: unlocked. The outlet is ready to work.
Flashing Green Light The ignition is off
β Connected, but enough power is available
to continue feeding the outlet with power for
up to 10 minutes. If the connector is still
Some devices may not function properly
when connected to the 230 volt outlet due to
lack of power (watts).
unplugged
Before this time elapses, the socket is
disconnected and cannot be used again until
the ignition is switched on again.
Flashing red light: There is some abnormality,
for example, disconnection due to
overcurrent or overheating.
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