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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

When the appropriate power outlet accessory is in use, the power outlet receptacle is supplied B+ when the ignition is on or in the accessory position.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

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

Connector End View Reference

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Description and Operation

Power Outlets Description and Operation 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

EL-42059 - 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 power outlet receptacle.

2. Test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit terminals listed below and ground.

* Accessory Power Outlet Terminal B

* Cigar Lighter Terminal C

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

3. Ignition ON, test for B+ between the B+ circuit terminals listed below and ground.

* Accessory Power Outlet Terminal A

* Cigar Lighter Terminal B

If less than the specified range, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.

4. Replace the appropriate power outlet receptacle.

Repair Instructions

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

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