Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Normal Mode: Notes
This mode can be activated while in any transmission gear position to supply the outlets with 2,400 watts of 120-volt AC power.
To activate the normal mode do the following:
If the system stops supplying 120-volt AC power unexpectedly and the APO button starts flashing, the system has detected an overload or ground fault condition. To reset the system see "Resetting the Short Circuit, Overload or Ground Fault Detection (GFD) Circuit" later in this section.
The APO system will operate in the normal mode until you turn it off by doing one of the following:
- Pressing the APO button. The light in the APO button will turn off.
- Turning the ignition switch to ACCESSORY or LOCK.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.