Question about the DC adapter

Hi all.
I just got my 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 this weekend, and I discovered today that both of the DC adapters (cigarette lighter sockets) only work when the engine is running. I've seen cars where one was always on and one only on when the engine is running, but this is new to me.
I keep my phone and a couple of other items charging periodically in my vehicle, but I won't be able to do that anymore, unless I'm mistaken about this. Anybody know if this is correct, or if it can be easily fixed (I assume by moving a wire to a circuit that's always on)?
Thanks.

Usually the two at the dash have a pic on them to show how they are powered. The left one, keyed and the other constant (picture of a battery). If even that one is keyed, it's possible the previous owner rigged it to the key. You could start by getting a look at the wiring to see if something looks non factory. Without knowing what the previous owner did, it's hard to say how to fix it.

Dual position fuse on those. Put the fuse in one way in the holder and they are keyed power. Put them in a different way they are straight battery all the time. Check your manual for specific fuse ovations and directions.


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firebuff17 said:

Dual position fuse on those. Put the fuse in one way in the holder and they are keyed power. Put them in a different way they are straight battery all the time. Check your manual for specific fuse ovations and directions.


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Really? Is this true for other outlets on a 2014 as well?

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True for 2013 and up for sure. I would check your owners manual to be sure.


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firebuff17 said:

Dual position fuse on those. Put the fuse in one way in the holder and they are keyed power. Put them in a different way they are straight battery all the time. Check your manual for specific fuse ovations and directions.


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Yeah I saw this when I looked it up earlier. Results where it didn't work, for the person trying it. In the manual for 2011 where it talks about the power outlets it makes no mention of this ability. Weird.

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True for 2013 and up for sure. I would check your owners manual to be sure.


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Are you pulling my leg? This sounds like the time I was told by a Gunnery Sergeant (as a young PFC) to go get him some chem light batteries and 10 inches of flight line from supply.

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True for 2013 and up for sure. I would check your owners manual to be sure.


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Ahhh, that'd be the problem. Mine and the OP's are 2011's.

See the thread below for how I added constant power to mine...

http://www.ramforum.com/f51/added_some_power_usb_dc-73627/#post1122716