I am bombarded with sales e-mails from Lexus, (ok, they have to make a living!)
The latest one recommended the use of a trickle charger, either mains or solar powered.
When you clicked on their link to the two products illustrated, all that did was transfer to e-bay?
So I bought a solar powered version but then remembered that the 12v outlet in the boot only works, (eg. for a tyre pump,) when the car “power” switch is on. So obviously the circuit to the battery from a charger would not be open if the “power” switch is off.
However, I would wish to use the 12v socket in the centre armrest compartment so that the solar charger could be in the windscreen.
Does anyone know if this socket has an open circuit to the 12v battery when the power switch is off?
I have e-mailed the local Lexus dealership service desk and phoned them, but they seem unable to answer my question.
They say that they use trickle chargers connected to a device socket in the driver footwell, but the illustration of their advertised product does not seem to have this!
Any advice appreciated.
Thanks and regards
Paul