Honda Accord: Accessory Power Sockets - Interior Convenience Items - Instruments and Controls - Honda Accord 2008-2012 Owner's ManualHonda Accord: Accessory Power Sockets

Your vehicle has two accessory

Your vehicle has two accessory power sockets; one is at the front of the center console and the other is in the console compartment.

To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

Each socket is intended to supply

Each socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps).

None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

Make sure to put the socket cover back in place to prevent any small foreign objects from getting into the socket.

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