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Where is the 2nd 12v outlet?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Pumita, Jul 17, 2020.

  1. Jul 17, 2020 at 12:18 PM
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    Pumita

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    I feel like I'm losing my mind here. In the specs, it says there's 2. Keep in mind I'm notorious for not being able to find simple things.
     
  2. Jul 17, 2020 at 12:20 PM
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    The front wall of the center console.

    :cheers:
     
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    inside center console
     
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    Did you check inside the center console (where you lean your elbow)?
     
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    There’s also a cutout for the charging wire to stick out of the center console.
     
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    2018 is the last year with 2, right? 2019+ put two USB ports in the center console cubby.
     
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    Good point. But 99% of the time, someone is going to use the OG power ports for USB power / charging these days. :D
     
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    Yes the 12V outlet is more flexible. USB charging tech advances every couple of years, with Quick Charge 3.0, Power Delivery, etc., so it's better to be able to upgrade the USB charging adapter. The round outlet also lets you clock the adapter in different orientations and keep the wires tidy, esp. with 90-deg USB cables.
     
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    Very true.

    In the past I had been very dependent on charging. Thankfully, my current phone is over half way through the life that I am expecting and still doesn't need topping up. That is new territory for me.
     

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