Dumb newb question...

Hey ya'll!
Im looking for a nice 4x4 truck and the Taco is atop my list of trucks. In my searchs I keep finding them with this button. I have no idea what it is for so I'm here to ask you.
Its the 400w what is it for??
AC
150v
100w

 

Bed mounted power outlet

 

what they said

 

Yeah, and it's only on the 2005+ TRD packaged trucks, whether Sport or Off-Road.

 

well i iam new on this 2 in the box by driver side u have a electric outlet so i thnk its to change 115V/400W deck powerpoint

 

It toggles the AC outlet in the bed on and off. It'll run 400 watts in park, then it changes automatically to 100 watts when the vehicle is in gear.

 

That is a REALLY nifty option!

 

It sounds cool but I've only used it once.

 

I used mine to run these at Christmas time

 

I've used it to run laptops on trips, just ran an extension cord through the back glass. It'll also push my smallest air compressor and pump for an aerobed. It won't run some of my bigger saws.

 

It won't run my smaller saws

 

Hehe, I was going to say "my saws" but I do have a little jig saw it'll run.

 

My kid runs the extension through the window as well on trips, he runs his dvd player and keeps his games charged. I guess i should look at moving this inside the cab. It would be more useful.

 

Use it camping to fill up the air mattress.

There is a mod, by-the-way to allow it to give 400 watts while you are driving and not just in Park!

 

I use mine on camping and fishing trips to charge my phone or listen to a radio. Nothing major.

 

does the engine need to be idling when using the power or will it kill the battery?

 

No, key must be used however and in the On (not accessory) possition... Be careful to not use it too long! You need to push the button as well.

 

I thought that was all the outlet was for!
Glad I'm not the only idiot who drives around with Christmas lights...

 

You calling me an idiot ?

 

ha ha never thought about doing that!