Functional description

The 12 V power sockets have the following variants:

• 12 V power sockets with cigarette lighter with illuminated ring
• 12 V power sockets, unlit, for connection of an adapter

The purpose of the cigarette lighter and 12 V power socket is to light cigarettes and at the same time provide a voltage source for an array of 12 V electrical devices.

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