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  1. Paul Gregory replied to the thread Battery maintainer?.

    Just to clarify, it seems that a feature of all VWs is that the lighter socket can be either switched or live, depending on the position...

    Feb 19, 2026 at 5:51 PM

  2. Paul Gregory replied to the thread Battery maintainer?.

    I got one that has its own internal battery for catching people who mess with your car while parked.

    Feb 18, 2026 at 8:04 PM

  3. Paul Gregory replied to the thread Battery maintainer?.

    I heard a rumor that moving the fuse position changes it between live and switched, but I can't look because I don;t bend like that anymore.

    Feb 18, 2026 at 7:53 PM

  4. Paul Gregory replied to the thread Battery maintainer?.

    I like having the choice. I wired the live socket to a switch, in case I need it shut off. Some things need to stay on when the car is...

    Feb 18, 2026 at 6:17 PM

  5. Paul Gregory replied to the thread Battery maintainer?.

    I used to have a folding solar panel that would cover the dash and deliver charging current through a lighter plug. I believe I quit...

    Feb 17, 2026 at 6:46 PM

  6. Paul Gregory replied to the thread Battery maintainer?.

    As a side note, I think all cars should have both live and switched sockets. Some things, such as cell phone charging, are best kept on...

    Feb 17, 2026 at 6:08 PM

  7. Paul Gregory replied to the thread Battery maintainer?.

    I realize that most vehicles do not have a live socket; that's why I always mentioned that I added one.

    Feb 17, 2026 at 2:23 PM
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