12V socket in the boot

[Mohs 9]

Hi, I just realized that I do not have a 12V power outlet in the boot. There is just a hole with a plastic cap and a sticker (something with 3xx W). Anybody already installed a socket? Is it prewired and just the socket is missing? If I have to lay a cable, any advice how to remove the side panels?
Any advice welcome

 

[AnD3rew]

Hi, I just realized that I do not have a 12V power outlet in the boot. There is just a hole with a plastic cap and a sticker (something with 3xx W). Anybody already installed a socket? Is it prewired and just the socket is missing? If I have to lay a cable, any advice how to remove the side panels?
Any advice welcome

I believe the boot outlet only comes standard if you choose the high load electrical preparation option. If you did, then there is supposed to be one so take back to your agent. If you didn’t then I doubt there is wiring back there, although shouldn’t be too hard to run it. Someone here has removed those panels and posted, I think either Jean Mercier or Rovie, possibly DPCU

 

[Eric]

I believe the boot outlet only comes standard if you choose the high load electrical preparation option. If you did, then there is supposed to be one so take back to your agent. If you didn’t then I doubt there is wiring back there, although shouldn’t be too hard to run it. Someone here has removed those panels and posted, I think either Jean Mercier or Rovie, possibly DPCU

Also standard in the Belstaff versions

 

[YellowLab]

Hi, I just realized that I do not have a 12V power outlet in the boot. There is just a hole with a plastic cap and a sticker (something with 3xx W). Anybody already installed a socket? Is it prewired and just the socket is missing? If I have to lay a cable, any advice how to remove the side panels?
Any advice welcome

I guess its better to have a missing outlet than to open up the hood and finding they forgot something big

 

[Michael H.]

It's part of the Auxiliary Charge Points provision, which is optional on some models, and is also part of the Smooth Pack.

 

[Mohs 9]

It's part of the Auxiliary Charge Points provision, which is optional on some models

Indeed, its while ago since I configured my Grenadier. My original thought may be that more than 200 € for a 12 V socket is a kind of overpriced. And there is no use for the USB sockets, because there are no rear passengers in a 2 seater.
Now at least I can place the socket wherever I I want and dimension the wattage/fuse/cable as required

 

[Michael H.]

Indeed, its while ago since I configured my Grenadier. My original thought may be that more than 200 € for a 12 V socket is a kind of overpriced. And there is no use for the USB sockets, because there are no rear passengers in a 2 seater.
Now at least I can place the socket wherever I I want and dimension the wattage/fuse/cable as required

You made a good decision.

However I will say that I use one of the USB at the rear of the cubby in my 2-seater. I run a cable from it, through the gap between the passenger seat and the cubby box, to my phone which I keep on the little shelf below the central switch panel. I think this is neater than running a cable from inside the cubby box.

 

[Logsplitter]

You made a good decision.

However I will say that I use one of the USB at the rear of the cubby in my 2-seater. I run a cable through the gap between the passenger seat and the cubby box, to my phone which I keep on the little shelf below the central switch panel. I think this is neater than running a cable from inside the cubby box.

Same for me in my two seater

 

[Mohs 9]

I run a cable from it, through the gap between the passenger seat and the cubby box, to my phone

Does it work with Android Auto? Or is it just for charging?

 

[Michael H.]

Does it work with Android Auto? Or is it just for charging?

I use wireless Apple. I think the rear USBs are only for charging.

 

[Jean Mercier]

I believe the boot outlet only comes standard if you choose the high load electrical preparation option. If you did, then there is supposed to be one so take back to your agent. If you didn’t then I doubt there is wiring back there, although shouldn’t be too hard to run it. Someone here has removed those panels and posted, I think either Jean Mercier or Rovie, possibly DPCU

Yes, you can find it here

 

[Mohs 9]

Yes, you can find it here

Thanks a lot. Its a pity this usful information is hidden in a mega-monster thread.

 

[Jean Mercier]

Thanks a lot. Its a pity this usful information is hidden in a mega-monster thread.

In fact you should scroll higher in this post to the explanation of @rovie, he explains how to remove it.

 

[Chris T]

Hi,

I have the 12V plug in the back but I was concerned about it getting bumped and dislodged as I use it to run my fridge. I had the dealer install another plug (on the same circuit) in the small covered well in front of where the jack sits. I just run a cable under the gap of the panel to the fridge and it is all secure now, no matter what moves about in the back.

 

[YellowLab]

Hi,

I have the 12V plug in the back but I was concerned about it getting bumped and dislodged as I use it to run my fridge. I had the dealer install another plug (on the same circuit) in the small covered well in front of where the jack sits. I just run a cable under the gap of the panel to the fridge and it is all secure now, no matter what moves about in the back.

Great Idea!

 

[StevieG]

Great Idea!

That should work but unless you have a second battery you will be running your fridge off the main battery through that socket.

 

[Chris T]

That should work but unless you have a second battery you will be running your fridge off the main battery through that socket.

It is wired to run off the second battery.

 

[klarie]

I ve got the 12 V Socket in the boot there and consider to add next to it an USB port. to do this the left side trim panel need to be removed. To all of you fellow Grenadier owners .. to what do I have to pay attention when removing the side trim. @Jean Mercier already broke a clip when doing this.. So damage is not what I am intending. Do I need special tools to remove the panel? Compared to this access to footwell power is fairly easy. seen some Würth special tools to remove clips.. never seen these.. do I need all of these? I am pretty inexperienced in this business.. however electric and electronics is fine. So I’m quiet unsure where to begin. ,

 

[Mohs 9]

...seen some Würth special tools to remove clips.. never seen these.. do I need all of these?

I suppose the tools look like this:

One of my childs works at Würth, so its easy for me to get equipped.
BTW, with temperatures just north of zero I would not do any plastic work w/o a heated garage.

 

[Logsplitter]

I’ve found those side panels come away easily with no special tools but as @Mohs 9 says not when cold as clips/fasteners may snap. Certainly in the heat of Africa panels come apart easily.