Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
Auxiliary Power Outlet: Description and Operation
SYSTEM OPERATION
An accessory power outlet is standard equipment on this model. The power outlet is located in the instrument panel center bezel, near the ash
receiver. A hinged plastic door on the center bezel covers the power outlet when it is not being used.
The power outlet base or receptacle shell is connected to ground, and an insulated contact in the bottom of the shell is connected to battery current.
The power outlet receives battery voltage from a fuse in the junction block at all times.
While the power outlet is very similar to a cigar lighter base unit, it does not include the two small spring-clip retainers inside the bottom of the
receptacle shell that are used to secure the cigar lighter heating element to the insulated contact. Also, the power outlet is not illuminated and uses
a different mounting system to secure it to the center bezel than the cigar lighter base.
The power outlet cannot be repaired and, if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced. The power outlet door is available for service.
