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How can I make the power accessory plug in next to the front cigarette lighter hot all the time? It goes off with the key and I would like to make it so I could use it even if the key is off. I drive a 2012 KIA Sadona EX.
How do I make the power accessory plug in hot all the time?
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On our 2007 Hyundai Entourage it's "hot" all the time as far as I can tell?
I had to replace the 15A fuse at the weekend as it never worked before
My accessory port is hot all the time in my 2011 Sedona as well. I also had to replace the fuse because it was blown when I bought it. Mine was a used rental so I think someone probably overloaded it previous to my ownership.
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Pull the center wire off the jack and run a FUSED wire to the battery's (+) positive terminal under the hood and attach the other end of the wire to where you pulled off the original wire... This is the simplest way...Make sure you FUSE the wire (20A) close to the battery (+) so if the wire gets shorted to ground or you draw more than 20amps the fuse will blow and save your car from expensive repairs...
You could search out a hot (constant 12v) circuit under the dash BUT with the current draw needed for some accessories (refrigerators/power inverters) you'll probably cause problems.. The direct line (wire) insures plenty of current and no damage to your current wiring harnesses.
Dave
You could search out a hot (constant 12v) circuit under the dash BUT with the current draw needed for some accessories (refrigerators/power inverters) you'll probably cause problems.. The direct line (wire) insures plenty of current and no damage to your current wiring harnesses.
Dave
The 12v Accessory Port is hot all the time. The Cigarette Lighter is switched and only works with the key on.
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