Can we change fuse positions in the fuse box for an accessory? - USB is always on.

[PokerPlayer77]

2022 Dodge RAM 1500 Classic SLT

Center console has 2 USB ports that are always on. (I read somewhere that they shut off after an hour or two, but mine don't. Had a USB accessory plugged in for 2 days without driving and killed the battery).

Can I jump it's fuse location to another circuit that's switched so the USB power cuts off when the vehicle is shut off.
If so, how? Is there a video that shows someone doing this?

There's no setting in uConnect 4 to allow me to adjust power settings either.

Thank you!

 

[CheechDogg.0n37s]

Check this thread out

Constant power outlet - Can I switch the cigerette and USB?

New owner of 2018 Power Wagon. Currently on my dash I have two power outlets. Left is the cigarette, right is the USB. My 'always on' is the USB. Does anyone know if I can swap the two outlets? I want the 'always on' as my cigarette outlet. Anyone tried this?

www.ramforum.com

 

[GTyankee]

If you have a cigarette lighter & don't use it
On Rams in the past, they remove the cigarette lighter & install a usb charging port in its place
The cigarette lighter works off of a fuse that has 3 pin positions
using pins 1 & 2, it is always powered, using pins 2 & 3, it is powered with the ignition

something similar to this would replace the cigarette lighter

12V/24 Dual USB Port Car Cigarette Lighter Socket Splitter Charger Power Adapter | eBay

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[CheechDogg.0n37s]

If you have a cigarette lighter & don't use it
On Rams in the past, they remove the cigarette lighter & install a usb charging port in its place
The cigarette lighter works off of a fuse that has 3 pin positions
using pins 1 & 2, it is always powered, using pins 2 & 3, it is powered with the ignition

this would replace the cigarette lighter

12V/24 Dual USB Port Car Cigarette Lighter Socket Splitter Charger Power Adapter | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 12V/24 Dual USB Port Car Cigarette Lighter Socket Splitter Charger Power Adapter at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

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Nice ... that is what I was looking for lol ..thank you @GTyankee ... I am going to be removing the cig lighter and adding another usb

 

[GTyankee]

some of those adaptors have 2 USB slots, a 3 amp & a 5 amp
some also give you the alternator output or battery information

vehicle voltage display

Black Dual Ports 4.8A USB Car Cigarette Charger Lighter LED Voltmeter Switch 12V | eBay

The display mode can be switched to a separate red indicator light by pressing the switch lightly. Press and hold the switch for two seconds to turn off the power of the device. Both display modes can be freely switched by the button, Press and hold the switch for two seconds to turn off the...

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[clay282]

2022 Dodge RAM 1500 Classic SLT

Center console has 2 USB ports that are always on. (I read somewhere that they shut off after an hour or two, but mine don't. Had a USB accessory plugged in for 2 days without driving and killed the battery).

Can I jump it's fuse location to another circuit that's switched so the USB power cuts off when the vehicle is shut off.
If so, how? Is there a video that shows someone doing this?

There's no setting in uConnect 4 to allow me to adjust power settings either.

Thank you!

Yeah soooo I played hell with this issue. I installed a wireless Carplay dongle and it would stay connected if my phone was on the end table that shares a wall with the garage.

SO... there's another hidden fuse box UNDER the dash and you have to pull the knee panel to get to it. That's where the toggle fuse it, so the power ports get she off with the motor.

Unfortunately, I'd already sent back that wireless Carplay by the time I found it. I don't know why they would leave these on all the time.

 

[DanAR]

Does anyone else have any info on this “toggle fuse” in the panel under the steering column. I haven’t had a chance to pull the cover yet but I wondered if I’m looking for a switch or something similar?

 

[Travelin Ram]

Does anyone else have any info on this “toggle fuse” in the panel under the steering column. I haven’t had a chance to pull the cover yet but I wondered if I’m looking for a switch or something similar?

Read the owners manual section on power outlets.