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Auxiliary Power Points

Auxiliary Power Points

In this manual: Auxiliary Power Points
Introduction — 10At a Glance — 3Child Safety — 11Seat Belts — 10Personal Safety System™ — 1Supplemental Restraint System — 10Pedestrian Protection — 1911 Assist — 3Keys and Remote Controls — 10MyKey™ — 8Doors & Locks — 9Liftgate — 7Safety — 3Steering Wheel — 11Wipers and Washers — 5Lighting — 13Automatic High Beam Control — 3Windows and Mirrors — 6Instrument Cluster — 4Information Displays — 4Climate Control — 6Cabin Air Quality — 2Seats — 9Garage Door Opener — 2Auxiliary Power Points — 3Storage Compartments — 2Starting and Stopping the Engine — 5Unique Driving Characteristics — 4Fuel and Refueling — 8Engine Emission Control — 3High-Voltage Battery — 1Infection Transmission — 8All-Wheel Drive Vehicle — 1Brakes — 5Reverse Brake Assist — 4Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 3Hill Descent Control — 3Park Aid — 8Cruise Control — 4Adaptive Cruise Control — 19Driver Assistance — 12Drive Mode Control — 4Loading — 6Tow/Haul — 6Driving Tips — 5Roadside Emergencies — 8Customer Assistance — 9Fuses — 3Maintenance — 21Vehicle Care — 12Wheels and Tires — 8Capacities and Specifications — 16Connectivity — 3Wi-Fi Hotspot — 3Audio System — 6SYNC™ 3 — 14Accessories — 1Ford Protect — 1Scheduled Maintenance — 5Appendices — 4
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12-Volt DC Power Outlet

Do not insert any objects other than a plug into the outlet. This may damage the outlet and blow the fuse.

Start the vehicle to fully use the outlet power.

To prevent the battery from discharging:

  • Do not use the outlet longer than necessary when the vehicle is not running.
  • Do not leave devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods.

USB Port and Power Point Locations

USB ports and power points may be located in the following places:

  • On the lower instrument panel.
  • Inside the center console.
  • On the front of the center console.
  • On the rear of the center console.
  • In the cargo area.
  • On the passenger side floor panel.
  • On the 3rd row quarter trim panels.

110-volt AC power outlet

You can use the power outlet for electrical devices that require up to 150 watts. It is located on the rear of the center console.

When the indicator on the power outlet is:

  • On: The outlet is operating, the ignition is on, or the vehicle is in accessory mode.
  • Off: The outlet is disabled, the ignition is off, or the vehicle is not in accessory mode.
  • Flashing: The outlet is in a fault condition.

Due to the different technologies used in their manufacture, some devices may exceed the capacity indicated on the label when initially connected.

The outlet temporarily shuts off power in fault mode if a device exceeds the 150-watt limit. Unplug the device and switch the ignition off. Switch the ignition back on, but do not reconnect the device. Allow the system to cool and switch the ignition off to reset the fault mode. Switch the ignition on and verify that the indicator remains on.

Do not use the outlet for the following electrical devices:

  • Cathode ray tube (CRT) or tube-type televisions.
  • Motor-driven loads such as vacuum cleaners, electric saws and other power tools, or compressor-type refrigerators.
  • Measuring devices that process precise data, such as medical equipment or measuring equipment.
  • Other devices that require an extremely stable power supply, such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets or touch lamps.

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