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"Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again." (sir-stig)
09/19/2014 at 14:57 • Filed to: FIST LIFE

Do any of you know whether the front 12V socket has an auto off function? I know it doesn't follow the radio, but I left my dashcam in while I was in the Dominican for a week and the car started up fine. I am going to hardwire it in anyways, but for now I'm just curious.

DISCUSSION (12)

CalzoneGolem > Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again.
09/19/2014 at 15:01

Ford doesn't feel like the sockets should shut off with the car or so I've noticed.

Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again. > CalzoneGolem
09/19/2014 at 15:03

I've seen a couple posts rumouring that it shuts off at 30min, but nothing concrete.

JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t > Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again.
09/19/2014 at 15:04

I never use the front socket, I know the rear socket keeps the light on on my cell charger all the time... it may be a smart circuit though, that cuts current if the battery drain gets too low. "Always on, unless it's a problem" There are lot of little touches like that on the FieSTa that I like.

I like that when you put it in reverse with the wipers on it takes a swipe with the rear wiper even if you don't turn the rear wiper on... same if you use the single-swipe "mist" action on the stick while in reverse...

CalzoneGolem > Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again.
09/19/2014 at 15:06

This isn't helpful but my '04 Taurus will keep my phone charger led illuminated all night and my radar detector running until it turns itself off after 12 hours of being on.

Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again. > JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t
09/19/2014 at 15:07

Since its a dashcam I think I'd rather have it off if I'm out of the car.

I had no idea it does that, I'll have to check next time it's raining!

Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again. > JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t
09/19/2014 at 15:13

I wonder if it would make more sense to wire in a socket (or two) and mount it in the glovebox fuse area instead of a straight hardwire? I probably won't add a radar detector, but that way it would be plug and play?

Jayhawk Jake > JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t
09/19/2014 at 15:18

Mine does the wiper thing too. It's actually a setting you can turn on and off.

Every time it does it I've forgotten that it does, and I go 'neat!'

eRic > Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again.
09/19/2014 at 15:20

Note: When you switch the ignition on, you can use the socket to power 12 volt appliances with a maximum current rating of 20 amps. After you switch the ignition off the power supply will only work for a maximum of 30 minutes. To prevent the battery from running out of charge: Do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. Do not leave devices plugged in overnight or when your vehicle is parked for extended periods.

WasGTIthenGTOthenNOVAnowbacktoGTI > JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t
09/19/2014 at 16:58

My 07 GTI did that as well. It's the little things in life....

burntartichoke > JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t
09/19/2014 at 17:05

Is it just reverse? I could have sworn my '12 Focus SE did that when i was going 2-3 mph in the parking lot leaving work one day but i might have hit the single swipe as i was shifting. Now I must investigate! lol

Buick Mackane > Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again.
09/19/2014 at 22:49

FIST?

Sir_Stig: and toxic masculinity ruins the party again. > Buick Mackane
09/19/2014 at 23:07

Fiesta ST