Volkswagen Polo Quiz
Practical equipment

Socket in the vehicle

In this manual: Practical equipment
Vehicle exterior — 4Vehicle interior — 8Instrument cluster — 14Before setting off — 14Opening and closing — 35Sitting correctly and safely — 46Lights and vision — 26Transporting items — 29Practical equipment — 20Starting the engine, changing gear and parking — 34Driver assist systems — 18Air conditioning system — 8At the filling station — 14In the engine compartment — 24Vehicle care and maintenance — 66Practical tips — 2In an emergency — 5Manual opening and closing — 6Vehicle toolkit — 4Hubcaps — 4Changing a wheel — 9Breakdown set — 7Fuses — 4Changing a bulb — 13Starting the engine with jump leads — 4Tow-starting and towing — 7
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Fig. 106 Front centre console: 12-volt socket

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Maximum power rating

Electrical socket Maximum power rating
12-volt 120 watts

The maximum power rating of the sockets may not be exceeded. The power rating of each device is stated on its type plate.

If two or more devices are connected at the same time, make sure that the overall power consumption of all connected electrical devices never exceeds 190 watts .

12-volt socket

The 12-volt socket will work only when the ignition is switched on.

Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off and the ignition switched on will drain the battery. Electrical consumers should therefore only be plugged into the sockets when the engine is running.

To prevent damage due to voltage fluctuation, switch off any connected devices before switching the ignition or engine on or off.

The 12-volt socket is in the front centre console.

NOTICE

  • Observe the operating instructions for any device that you plug into the socket.
  • Never exceed the maximum power rating as this could damage the whole vehicle electrical system.
  • 12-volt socket:
    • Only use accessories that have been approved in accordance with valid guidelines concerning electromagnetic compatibility.
    • Never feed electricity into the socket.
    • Never pour any liquid over the socket.

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