Seats and Stowage89
Using the systemSafetyDriving TipsGeneral MaintenanceBreakdown assistanceTechnical Data
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket of the 
cigarette lighter.
The 12 volt power socket can also be used to supply power to electrical 
accessories with a power uptake up to 180 watts.
WARNING
•Take care when using the cigarette lighter! Not paying proper 
attention or incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled 
manner may result in burns.
•The cigarette lighter and the power socket also operates when 
the ignition is switched off or th e ignition key withdrawn. This is 
why you should never leave children unattended in the vehicle!
Caution
Only use matching plugs, which fulfils the DIN - ISO Standard 4165, to 
avoid damaging the power sockets.
Note
Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running 
will drain the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
Power socket in the luggage compartment
– Open the cover of the power socket  ⇒fig. 79 .
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
It fulfils the requirements of DIN standard ISO 4165 and must only be used 
for connecting approved electrical accessories with a power uptake of up 
to 240 watts. The vehicle battery will be discharged in the process if the 
engine is stationary.
The same remarks apply here as for  ⇒page 88, “Cigarette lighter”.
Further information  ⇒page 232, “Accessories, changes and replacement 
of parts”.
Fig. 79  Luggage 
compartment: Power 
socket
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