Power Outlet Receptacle Inoperative (120 VAC)

Power Outlet Receptacle Malfunction

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The vehicle is fitted with a cigarette lighter and with up to two 12 V accessory power receptacle. The front accessory power receptacle and cigarette lighter are operational when the ignition is turned to either the On or the Accessories positions. The rear accessory power receptacle is connected to B+. To operate the cigarette lighter, press in the lighter knob. When the element is hot, the lighter automatically pops out and is ready for use.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Cigar Lighter/Power Outlet Schematics [1][2]Auxiliary Power Outlet

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views Sunshade - Left

Description and Operation

Power Outlets Description and Operation (12V) Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing

* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs

* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs

Special Tools

BO 48871 - Cigar Lighter Socket Remover

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Tools and Equipment.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate X80 Accessory Power Receptacle or E32 Cigarette Lighter Receptacle.

2. Test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit terminal C and ground.

• If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.

3. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the voltage circuit terminal A and ground.

• If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.

4. Replace the appropriate X80 Accessory Power Receptacle or E32 Cigarette Lighter Receptacle.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the diagnostic procedure.

* Cigarette Lighter Receptacle Replacement Cigarette Lighter Receptacle Replacement

* Cigarette Lighter Receptacle Retainer Replacement Cigarette Lighter Receptacle Retainer Replacement