Question on dash USB ports.

[Kevinch]

My truck is a 2020 1500 Laramie, 8.4 system without nav. Are the dash USB ports always hot? I want to invest in an Android Auto wireless adapter, but having to unplug it every time I shut down the truck would be a pain. Are the dash USB ports timed? Is there anyone using a wireless adapter that can comment? Thanks...

 

[SD Rebel]

My truck is a 2020 1500 Laramie, 8.4 system without nav. Are the dash USB ports always hot? I want to invest in an Android Auto wireless adapter, but having to unplug it every time I shut down the truck would be a pain. Are the dash USB ports timed? Is there anyone using a wireless adapter that can comment? Thanks...

The 12V on top center of dash from what I was told is dealer set to either turn off or be on a 1-2 hour timer. Mine defaulted to off when the ignition is off.

The remaining USBs, the center lower dash and rear passenger are either 1 or 2 hour hot after doors are closed. They will reactivate the next time you open your doors or unlock the vehicle for another 1-2 hours. This was designed so you can leave your phone charging while you go to lunch for example, considered a convenience feature.

I have the Motorola Android auto wireless dongle, and I placed mine in the center lower dash USB, double sided tape just above the USB port, takes me only a moment to unplug it. Or just leave it plugged, the amount of energy it consumes is far less than say a plugged in cell phone for that 1 hour it stays on.

 

[Kevinch]

The 12V on top center of dash from what I was told is dealer set to either turn off or be on a 1-2 hour timer. Mine defaulted to off when the ignition is off.

The remaining USBs, the center lower dash and rear passenger are either 1 or 2 hour hot after doors are closed. They will reactivate the next time you open your doors or unlock the vehicle for another 1-2 hours. This was designed so you can leave your phone charging while you go to lunch for example, considered a convenience feature.

I have the Motorola Android auto wireless dongle, and I placed mine in the center lower dash USB, double sided tape just above the USB port, takes me only a moment to unplug it. Or just leave it plugged, the amount of energy it consumes is far less than say a plugged in cell phone for that 1 hour it stays on.

Thank you SD Rebel.