Description And Operation: Description

The Power Outlet(s) is the customer convenience device(s) in a vehicle. This device(s) is supplied by 12 volt vehicle system. It supplies the 12 Volt DC power output. Customers can use this outlet to run small electronic devices or use for a cigarette lighter plug.

Switched 12v Power outlet:

• The Switched Power Outlet provides power when the vehicle is operating in the Power Accessory Delay, Accessory, Run and Auto Stop/Start modes.
• It provides 12V DC power and allows the customer to easily plug in a typical 12V automotive outlet accessories.
• Power Outlet is capable of handling device start up surge current without blowing fuse.
• It is capable of providing at least 13A of continuous current.
• The switched 12V power supply is controlled (RunAccRly#2Cntrl) by the relay in PDC

Customer Configurable 12v Power Outlet:

• The Configurable Power Outlet allows the customer to change the mode when the outlet provides 12V DC supply.
• By changing location of the dedicated fuse in the Power Distribution Center (PDC), the customer can select the mode of operation: Direct Battery or Switched Battery.
• It is capable of providing at least 13A of continuous current.

Each outlet should be fused individually and works independently.

115 volt Power Outlet:

Once an item is plugged into the AC power outlet, or if equipped with an enable touch switch and it is actuated, the voltage input request to supply voltage to the power outlet is performed. The BCM sends an enable signal and voltage to the Power Inverter Module (PIM). The PIM converts this 12v input to a 115v AC output. The PIM then supplies the AC voltage to the power outlet.

Power remains active until one of the following events occur (normal operation) :

• The item has been removed from the power port
• The AC power outlet switch (if equipped) has been cycled to the off position
• The ignition is in the OFF position and load shedding has timed out.

A device plugged into the outlet can overload the inverter. High startup current requirement that may be 5 to 10 times the operating current will trigger a fault and the inverter will think it is a short and shut down. Motors and power units with a lot of input capacitance will cause this.