12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNINGS
Do not use the power point for
operating a cigar lighter element, this
can result in fire or serious injury.
Do not insert objects other than an
accessory plug into the power point,
this can result in fire or serious injury.
Run the engine for full capacity use of the
power point.
Auxiliary power points may be found at
the:
•
Front of the floor console.
• Rear of the floor console.
• Right hand side of the luggage
compartment.
To prevent the battery from running out of
charge:
• Do not use the power point longer than
necessary when the engine is not
running.
• Do not leave devices plugged in
overnight or when your vehicle is
parked for extended periods.
Note: When you switch the ignition on you
can use the power point to power 12 volt
appliances with a maximum current rating
of 20 amps.
Note: Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from an accessory plug.
Note: Do not use the power point over the
vehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watt or a
fuse may blow.
Note: Incorrect use of the power point can
cause damage not covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Note: Always keep the power point caps
closed when not in use. CIGAR LIGHTER
Press the element in to use the cigar
lighter. It will pop out automatically.
Note:
Do not hold the cigar lighter element
pressed in.
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For maximum vehicle performance, keep
the following information in mind when
adding accessories or equipment to your
vehicle:
•
When adding accessories, equipment,
passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight
capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as
indicated on the Safety Compliance
Certification label). Ask an authorized
dealer for specific weight information.
• The Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and Canadian
Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) regulate the use
of mobile communications systems
that are equipped with radio
transmitters, for example, two-way
radios, telephones and theft alarms.
Any such equipment installed in your
vehicle should comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission
(CRTC) regulations and should be
installed only by an authorized dealer.
• Mobile communications systems may
harm the operation of your vehicle,
particularly if their manufacturer did
not design them specifically for
automotive use.
• If you or an authorized Ford dealer add
any non-Ford custom electrical or
electronic accessories or components
to your vehicle, you may adversely
affect battery performance and
durability, and may adversely affect
the performance of other electrical
systems in the vehicle.
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