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Ruckin69 · 09-01-2010, 08:18 AM

Hey everyone. I am new to the forum with my first Toyota. I have the new 2010 Highlander. I love it except for 1 thing. That the power outlets arent always hot. Is there a mod I can do to get them hot without the ignition on? Specifically 1 in the front dash and the one in the back. I dont want to tap into an always hot live wire and risk having the car shut down without researching it.
Thanks

***TrailDust*** · 09-01-2010, 11:00 AM

Here is a past thread that offers some suggestions about a hot socket, and this thread as well offers one members solution.

BTW,

to TN, and congratulations too on your new Highlander!

2SONHL · 09-01-2010, 01:34 PM

Good choice in asking first. The relay mod that works on other Toyota makes/models is dicey with the Highlander. The Highlander relay that activates the front 12V sockets also powers other things ( per the wiring diagram).

PM me with your e-mail address and I can give you some insight on the quick fuse jumper mod I did to get one of the front outlets "hot" on my wife's 2010. Does require probing with a 12v test light and doing one crimp connection.

Rear socket "hot" is not high on my priority list so have nothing new to offer there.

Regards