Jump-Start DC Power Plus

You'd need to modify the power socket to be 'always on' since there is no 'connection' to the battery when the car is off.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(zenMachine @ Sep 5 2007, 03:31 PM) [snapback]507539[/snapback]</div>

Yes, but - it will only work to charge your battery if you have modified one of your 12-volt accessory outlets to be always on, as described at http://www.coastaletech.com/power_outlet_mod.htm. The standard Prius disconnects the accessory outlets when you turn off the power. Unfortunately, there must already be enough power for the computer to boot before it is able to reconnect the accessory outlets, so just plugging in the charger and turning on the ignition as described in this product's manual won't work.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Bruce Boyle @ Sep 5 2007, 07:02 PM) [snapback]507564[/snapback]</div>

Or you can make a small set of jumper cables to allow a direct jump to the posts under the hood.

Tom

 

Black & Decker 300 Instant Starting Amps?

Hi All,

Any recommendations for which portable jump start kit to buy so that I can jump my Prius myself.

I saw the Black & Decker with 300
http://www.blackanddecker.com/ProductGuide/Product-Details.aspx?ProductID=15581

Is it good to have one?

Thanks
Anu