[Pro3500]

Is there any way to get an accessory position on the ignition switch? I'm an expeditor and sitting sometimes without a Radio really sucks. The auxiliary plugs all go dead as we'll. leaving a cell phone plugged in for a charge can't happen without it running. Has anyone figured out how to do this?

 

[keeponvaning]

It's pretty simple to rewire the USB plug and the 12v outlet right beside it to be live all the time. Just rewire them both directly from the battery with a fuse, of course. I and others have written about doing this a search should bring the thread up.

 

[jmt]

My radio can be turned on by pressing the volume button with out the key in the ignition it will stay on for 20 minutes. I have optional radio with the backup camera

 

[Pro3500]

Thanks I'll give both a try

 

[GuyT]

Is there any way to get an accessory position on the ignition switch? I'm an expeditor and sitting sometimes without a Radio really sucks. The auxiliary plugs all go dead as we'll. leaving a cell phone plugged in for a charge can't happen without it running. Has anyone figured out how to do this?

I think Chrysler should rethink this, because I too find it very annoying that the USB/12V outlets don't work if the motor is off. I mean, if I want to recharge my cell phone or my computer, there is no way I would discharge my battery, so why not let me do it?

Of course, one can rewire the outlets, but I would fear it would void the warranty, should an electrical problem arises.

 

[catalin]

Warranty can't be voided without some major work on the manufacturer to prove without a doubt that some simple wiring caused major faults.

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuson–Moss_Warranty_Act

Take your time, fuse your wiring and you'll be good.